Managing Up: Tips for Success
Students and new graduates often feel powerless in the earliest roles in their careers. However, knowing how to “manage up” and influence the decisions of your boss and those above them can be beneficial. Managing up is using your voice and influence to encourage folks higher on the organizational ladder than you to make decisions ...
Disclosing a Disability in the Workplace
Starting a new job can be intimidating for anyone. For students and employees with disabilities, the challenges are magnified. One challenge is determining whether or not to disclose your disability to the people you work with. Although this is a very individualized decision, some tips can help you navigate the process. In honor of National ...
Articulating Volunteer Experience on Your Resume
April is National Volunteer Month! BU students complete an estimated 130,000 hours of community service each year. However, many do not realize that by giving back to their community, they are also gaining valuable experience that can enhance any resume. Here are some top tips on how you can include your valuable volunteering experience on ...
Communicating Bilingualism in the Job Search
When looking to get ahead in the job search, many students will consider their additional skills and talents. At BU, there are many students with experience in a language other than English, whether from high school classes, completing CAS requirements, or because English was your second (or more!) language. Here are a few tips on ...
Making the Most out of a Year of Post-Graduate Service
As a soon-to-be-graduate, you have been weighing your options about how to spend your first year after graduation. One option that you may be considering is a year (or two) of service. I spent two years after college working for AmeriCorps as a college advisor through their College Advising Corps program. There are many benefits ...
The Pros and Cons of Working on Campus
It has been said that universities are like mini-cities. They require many departments to complete a wide variety of tasks in order to run successfully. A number of these departments employ current students part-time. If you are considering a job on BU’s campus, read to learn more about the pros and cons of on-campus jobs. ...
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