9 job application mistakes students and recent graduates make

There’s a specific kind of frustration that comes from sending out dozens of applications and getting nothing but automated “no thank you” emails—or worse, total silence. When you’re a new grad, it’s easy to blame a “bad market” or “the …

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10 tips for those who graduated without a job and are now searching

Sitting at home with a fresh degree and an empty inbox is a special kind of stress. Most people in this position treat the job search like a numbers game—throwing a hundred generic resumes at a hundred different portals and …

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Networking for Introverts: Event Preparation and Conversation Tips

Event networking can feel overwhelming, these insights will help you approach networking with confidence and authenticity. By Meaghan Maybee

https://blog.pcnametag.com/networking-for-introverts

By Kerri Carlson Anderson
Kerri Carlson Anderson Director of Career Services
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Best Jobs for College Students With No Experience 2026

If you’re trying to find a job with no experience, you’re not alone. In fact, over 70% of college students work while enrolled, balancing classes with part-time jobs or side work. That’s because the goal has shifted. It’s no longer …

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How to Build Career Resilience in Unstable Markets

Building a career in today’s world requires more than just a solid resume. Markets shift quickly, and industries often change overnight.

While many factors beyond your control influence the market, you’re in charge of how prepared you are when changes …

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Skills over degrees: Navigating the 2026 merit hiring plan as a new graduate

The landscape of federal employment has undergone a seismic shift, and if you are just entering the professional world, the timing could not be better. For months, the primary question for job seekers has been: is the U.S. federal government …

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Falling in love with your career path (again): How to beat the 6-month slump

February is a strange time in the professional world. The holiday decorations are long gone and the initial rush of New Year resolutions has started to fade. For those of you who started a new role last summer or fall, …

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Starting your career in the age of AI: What every new grad needs to know

By Toni Frana, Career Expert for Zety.com 

Not only is beginning your career an exciting time, you have the opportunity to start your professional life at a time that is unlike any other in recent history. Why? AI has …

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Career cushioning: How smart job seekers protect their next move

If you have been on TikTok, LinkedIn, or your favorite career site recently, you have probably seen the phrase career cushioning. It is often mentioned in the same breath as quiet quitting and job hopping. For a lot of students …

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How Mid-Career Professionals Will Accelerate Faster in 2026

In your mid-career, you already know how to do your job well. You have real experience and strong skills. However, your growth may seem slow, leaving you feeling stuck in the same position for too long.

Fast career growth in …

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