4 Strategies to Secure a Corporate Board Seat was originally published by the Harvard Business Review We’ve all heard, “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” Very few recognize that even knowing the right people is not enough. Instead, who knows you actually drives the opportunities you’re presented with. This notion was reinforced by a recent study I did to explore how people who are historically underrepresented on corporate boards — in this case, Black women — successfully landed their seats. I recruited 12 Black female public corporate director ..read more

Top 5 Tips To Get The Most Out Of Your Internship was originally published by Forbes Congratulations on landing that internship! Whether you are an undergraduate starting to navigate your career options or a graduate student confident of your ideal job, an internship brings exciting opportunities to gain a hands-on understanding of the company, industry, and, most importantly, yourself. Internships vary widely across companies and industries. Some start-ups, for instance, may not be able to develop a thorough intern program and require all employees to be autonomous about their contributions ..read more

How to Get Work Experience This Summer — Without an Internship was originally posted by Forage Knowing how to get work experience when you’ve never worked before can feel like a paradox. You need job skills to get hired, but you also need a job to build those skills. What are your options? While many students look to internships to get their first professional work experience, internships can be highly competitive and you might not always land one. That’s OK! There are tons of alternative ways to get work experience, network, build your skills, and boost your resume. Here ..read more

Rise of the Inclusive, Sustainable Consumers was originally published McKinsey and Company André Dua: Welcome to the fourth episode of McKinsey’s Future of America podcast, where today we’ll explore how we can build a future that drives sustainable and inclusive growth. I’m your host for today, André Dua. I’m a senior partner with McKinsey and the managing partner of our Miami office. Today, I have the privilege to be joined by two of my favorite colleagues, Kelsey Robinson and Tamara Charm. Kelsey is a senior partner in our Bay Area office, where she partners with executives to inte ..read more

7 Tips for Standing Out in a Group Interview was originally published by iHire One-on-one job interviews are nerve-wracking. Finding out you’ll be in a group interview alongside your direct competition can amplify your worries even further – leaving you wondering how to stand out and make an impression.  Not only do you have to think about interacting with the interviewer, but you also have to interact with the other candidates. Somehow you must stand out while being courteous, listening, and collaborating.    If you question how on earth you are supposed to do all this at ..read more

Here’s how AI can — and can’t — help you look for a job was originally published by CNN New York CNN —  When it comes to job hunting, applicants are starting to use generative artificial intelligence to make a better first impression. Job seekers using free AI programs like ChatGPT are asking the programs to tailor their resumes to a specific employer and job description, write cover letters, create writing samples and provide answers on job applications, according to Gartner, a research and consulting firm. Job candidates also can use it to help prepare for interview questions, shou ..read more

Job Interview Preparation Tips to Help You Stand Out was originally published by the WSJ In brief To prepare for an interview, study up on the role so you can explain how you meet each of the job requirements. Be prepared to address your biggest weaknesses, such as gaps in your résumé.  The best way to learn how to interview is by practicing your Q&A with someone you trust, on camera or in the mirror. You have put time and effort into your job application, perhaps polishing up your résumé and crafting a well-constructed cover letter, earning you a coveted interview. N ..read more

Advice for College Students Struggling to Find Internships was originally published by Medium Spring is here and the end of the semester is in sight. For many college students it means an exciting summer internship. For others it means time to panic because they don’t yet have an internship. If you or someone you know is in that position, here is some advice. While this is being written as the economy is starting to slow in the spring of 2023, this advice will apply any year, in any economy (it just may be a little harder in weaker economies). Don’t Despair My fraternity had a great tradition ..read more

Essential advice for landing your dream job was originally published by Fast Company When you’re looking for a new job there’s a lot to figure out: What information should you include on your résumé and what do you need to trim? Is a cover letter really necessary? What are the best answers to the most common interview questions? Do you really need to send a thank-you note? Fast Company contributor Judith Humphrey’s book The Job Seeker’s Script offers everything job seekers need to navigate all the unwritten rules of applying for (and hope ..read more

What Is a HireVue Interview & How to Prepare was originally published by TopInterview Here’s everything you need to know about a HireVue interview to beat the algorithm and move on to the next step. Technology is changing the way we do everything, including applying and interviewing for jobs. More and more companies nowadays utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS), which automatically sort, scan, and rank resumes before they are reviewed by the hiring manager. But what does that mean for the interview process? Well, recruiting agencies and companies have started deploying on-demand v ..read more