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How to determine and boost your value on the job market

By gaining expertise in a new and challenging area, you’re likely to increase your worth.

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Digital portfolio

Building an online portfolio that’s right for you

If you’re applying for jobs in publishing, public relations, web design, or another creative field, be prepared to share an online portfolio.

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Professional Life Coaching Certificate

Professional Life Coaching Certificate program participants support communities through coaching

Life coaching students worked with Big Brothers Big Sisters and Stoughton Area Resource Team (START)

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Mastering the art of the follow-up

Remember, a thank-you note isn’t a report or even a cover letter. Restate your interest in the position and thank the interviewers for spending time with you.

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Skills = experience, training, competence, learning, knowledge, growth and training

Personalized learning is key to meeting students’ needs in higher education

Traditionally, college faculty prepare a one-size-fits-all curriculum for a class, and students either master the material or they don’t. Those who struggle are liable to fall farther and farther behind, with potentially serious consequences for …

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UW-Madison makes it easier to pursue a career in data science and analytics

A new webpage is a gateway to finding work in engineering, computer science, economics, statistics, and many other specialized fields.

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Sean Gallagher explores the future of alternative credentials

Professionals increasingly prefer to master particular skills as quickly as possible with digital badges, certificates, or other micro-credentials.

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Portage Daily Register: Path to Farm & Industry Short Course helps teen succeed in school

Farm & Industry Short Course students can customize the 16-week program with classes in soils, crops, dairy, agricultural engineering, farm business planning, and more.

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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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