Returning to the Workforce? Strategies to Address the Dreaded Employment Gap

While gaps in employment are more common since the COVID-19 pandemic, they can still hinder your job search by raising red flags for recruiters. If you have an employment gap of more than 8-10 months, don’t wait for a recruiter …

By Jill Rand
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What to Do If Your Job Offer Is Rescinded

Receiving a job offer can feel like the culmination of all your hard work. You’ve polished your resume, aced the interviews, and finally landed that coveted position. But what happens when the unthinkable occurs and your job offer is rescinded? …

By WeSolv
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What Is an Externship? Here’s How It Differs from an Internship

If you’re looking to get some hands-on experience in your field, you’ve probably come across the terms “internship” and “externship.” While internships often take center stage when it comes to career prep, externships can be just as valuable. These short-term, …

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Are you Considering a Program Change at WGU?

Are you considering changing your degree program at WGU?  This short video will take you through some things to consider as you make that decision to ensure that you have a clear understanding of career opportunities related to the degree you are exploring. …

By Christy Grayum
Christy Grayum Career Advisor
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Get Personalized Career Recommendations from PathwayU

PathwayU is a career tool designed to help you find career paths that align with your values, interests, personality, and workplace preferences. PathwayU provides personalized career recommendations that will empower you to make informed decisions and achieve your professional goals. Watch this short PathwayU Introduction

By Christy Grayum
Christy Grayum Career Advisor
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AI Takes the Lead: The 25 Fastest-Growing Jobs in the U.S.

If shifting careers or finding a new job is on your 2025 to-do list, we’ve got you covered. LinkedIn has just released its annual fastest-growing jobs report, featuring the 25 most promising roles this year. No surprise here: AI jobs

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How to Get Into Cybersecurity With No Experience

Cybersecurity is a booming technical career path. As more companies move their data, processes, and systems online, they need cybersecurity professionals to help ensure their information is secure. However, because this field is growing and evolving, it can be challenging …

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Returning to the Workforce? Be Prepared to Talk About Your Employment Gap

There are many reasons for someone to step away from the workforce, from health challenges to family obligations to traveling the world. No matter the reason, ‘life’ takes precedence sometimes. Getting back into the world of work, though, can be …

By Jill Rand
Jill Rand
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How to Get Into Tech With No Experience

Technology (or tech) is a great career path if you’re interested in solving problems, innovating, and using technical skills. It’s a growing field with many opportunities — but how exactly are you supposed to break in without experience?

Because the …

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Three Tips for Maintaining an Online Presence with LinkedIn

Is your LinkedIn Profile “lonely?” In other words, have you created a strong LinkedIn Profile yet struggle with maintaining your engagement with the site?  Depending on your current focus with utilizing LinkedIn, it may be easier for you to engage with this valuable …

By Jennifer Rhodes
Jennifer Rhodes
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