Career Advice & Advancement

Every professional’s career path follows a unique trajectory, depending on a slew of factors: your background, education, interests, aspirations, experience, and more. Whether you want to advance in your current career or pursue a new one, we’ve gathered together some of the best career advice to help you reach your goals. Use these articles, tips, interviews, how-to guides, and other resources to reach the next step in your career.

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March 28, 2019

7 Career-Focused Reasons to Pursue a Graduate Degree

From building your professional network to increased salary potential, a graduate degree can have a significant impact on your career.

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May 3, 2023

6 Signs It's Time To Change Jobs

Feeling frustrated, undervalued, and burnt out? Here are six signs you need a career change, and the steps you can take to make it happen.

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July 10, 2019

Curiosity is the Key to Professional Growth

Gizem Weggemans, global head of the human resources and communication practice at Egon Zehnder, shares her tips for professional growth in the industry.

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July 19, 2016

7 Tips for Becoming an Effective Networker

Knowing how to effectively network is key to building professional relationships. But where do you start? Here are seven tips to help you build and maintain your connections.

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August 24, 2016

6 Words to Avoid When Writing Your Resumé

Recruiters spend six seconds reviewing a resumé before deciding to contact a candidate. Make every second count by avoiding these six words.

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September 13, 2016

How to Craft a Resumé That Will Attract Employers

In a competitive job market, how do you better guarantee your resumé rises to the top of the pile? Here are some tips to help get you started.

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July 12, 2017

How To Add Experiential Education to Your Resume

Northeastern’s experiential learning model can help enhance every part of your resumé—not just the education section. Here’s how.

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August 18, 2017

How to Highlight Transferable Skills on Your Resumé

Learn more about what transferable skills are and why should you be highlighting them on your resumé.

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August 25, 2017

How to Properly Follow Up After an Interview

What you do after the job interview is just as crucial as what you say during it.

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September 1, 2017

How to Write a Cover Letter That Stands Out

Simply regurgitating your resumé won’t help you land the job you want.

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