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In 2022, Being Active On LinkedIn Is As Important As Having a Resume

When it comes to LinkedIn, a lot of my clients have it backwards. 

I recently spoke to a Project Manager who didn’t get a job that she was a great fit for because of her LinkedIn profile. When I asked …

By Ivy Exec
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Considering a Career in Business, Finance, or Consulting?

Careers in business and finance continue to be popular for Duke students. Recently, the Duke Career Center hosted an Exploring Careers in Business and Finance Panel discussion featuring Duke alumni who have experience in the field. Alum panelists shared insight …

By Stacia Solomon (she/her)
Stacia Solomon (she/her) Director, Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture
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How to Write a Cover Letter | 10 Tips for Getting Noticed

Illustration by Marian Blair

The. Dreaded. Cover. Letter.

We all hope to find ways to stand out during our job search, and how best to convey “I’m perfect for this job!” to prospective employers. We also know that taking the …

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Want to Break Into the Finance Industry? Here’s How

In this article from The Muse, author Claudia Pou describes how to transition into the finance industry even if you don’t have a degree in business or finance.

https://www.themuse.com/advice/want-to-break-into-the-finance-industry-heres-how

By Rachel Coleman (she/hers)
Rachel Coleman (she/hers) Director, Career Development and Education
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Bad interview questions and how to handle them

Whether you are looking for a part-time job in college or you’re going after
your first full-time job after graduation, inevitably you’ll have to take part
in a few interviews as part of the hiring process.

The interview process is …

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Career Readiness Resources

Duke Career Center Resources to get you started

Duke Career Hub The hub of career conversations, content and resources at Duke, including Career Communities. Learn about our Guiding …

What’s Career Got To Do With It? Podcast

A much-loved podcast brought to you by four Career Center team members who hope to provide a space for honest …

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