career goals

Talking with your supervisor about career goals

Growing in your profession doesn’t always have to mean getting a promotion.

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Businesswoman working on cover letter

How to make your cover letter shine

Convince the hiring team you’re an excellent fit for the job they’re offering, not just a job in your field or at their company.

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Survival skills for a new workplace

Soft skills will help you understand how your new team works and adapt to the organization’s culture.

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career planning map

So you want to see a career counselor?

The outcome of a session will be proportional to the amount of effort you invest.

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Progress

Are you ready for the career challenges of 2018?

Whether you’re looking for a job, changing careers or setting goals for the future, get ready for the next challenge with this quiz by a University of Wisconsin-Madison career counselor.

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Dealing with questionable job-interview questions

Some questions can violate the law.

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References

The care and feeding of professional references

Develop authentic relationships with professional references and make an effort to stay connected.

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pay cut

When should you consider a pay cut?

Accepting a big promotion is a no-brainer, but taking a pay cut is a different story. When should you consider it?

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online reputation management

Cleaning up your digital footprint

Even if you’re content in your current position, a filthy footprint can stop your career in its tracks. Here are some tips on keeping it clean.

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