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"Career Tip Tuesday 💼✨

You don't need to be the loudest person in the room to build great work relationships. You just need to be intentional 🤝

Whether you're starting a new job or want to reset the way you connect where you are, relationships at work matter — for your growth, your sanity, and sometimes just having someone to grab lunch with.

Here's what works (no forced small talk or awkward happy hours required):

1. Learn names and use them. Repeat them back when you meet someone. Write them down with a tiny note — ""Sarah, marketing, has a dog."" It takes seconds and pays off forever.

2. Start with low-stakes questions. Skip the deep stuff early on. Try: ""How do you take your coffee?"" or ""How long have you been on the team?"" Easy questions build easy connection.

3. Be helpful before you need help. Offer something small early — share a useful link, take notes in a meeting, volunteer for a low-effort task. Trust grows from tiny deposits.

4. Show up to the ""extra"" stuff. Virtual coffee chats. Team lunch. That random Slack channel. You don't have to go to everything, but showing up sometimes = showing you care.

5. Follow through on small promises. ""I'll send you that doc"" → actually send it. ""Let me check and get back to you"" → actually get back. Reliability is a relationship superpower.

6. Stay curious after the first month. Don't stop asking questions just because you're settled in. ""What's your role in this project?"" or ""What's been your favorite thing to work on lately?"" Curiosity = care.

Building relationships doesn't require a big personality — just consistent, small actions. Start on Day 1. Keep going from there. Your future network will thank you 💼

Save this for later & tag someone who's starting a new role soon 👇

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"Career Tip Tuesday 💼✨

First day jitters? Totally normal 🙃

But here's the thing — your first day sets the tone for everything that follows. So let's make it a good one.

Swipe for 6 simple tips to walk in (or log on) with confidence:

✅ Show up early — but not too early
✅ Bring a notebook (you'll thank yourself later)
✅ Ask the ""beginner questions""
✅ Send a quick intro to the team
✅ Don't try to fix anything yet
✅ End the day with 3 notes: what you learned, who you met, one question for tomorrow

Your first day doesn't have to be perfect — just present. Listen. Learn. Be kind to yourself.

You've got this 💪

Save this for the night before your start date & tag a friend who's starting a new role soon!

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"🌷 Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing women balancing love, life, and limitless potential.

Today, we celebrate the women who are also students, faculty, staff, and supporters. Those who are juggling early morning study sessions, late-night job applications, and everything in between. 💼📚👶

Whether you're a student-parent pursuing a degree, a mom helping your child navigate career decisions, or a graduate entering the workforce, we see you. We support you. And we're here to help you succeed.

Tag a mom who inspires you to chase your career goals. 💐

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"Today honors the bravery and resilience of the Mexican army at the Battle of Puebla.

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"Career Tip Tuesday 💼✨

You crushed the interview, negotiated the offer, and finally heard ""You're hired!"" 🎉

…Now what?

Getting the job is a huge win — but what you do after you accept can make or break your first few months. Swipe through for your post-offer game plan 👉

We're covering:
✅ The paperwork you actually need to read
✅ Why you should message your future team before Day 1
✅ How to prep for your first 90 days
✅ What a 30/60/90 day plan is (and why it's a game-changer)
✅ Loose ends to tie up before you start
✅ And yes — celebrating the right way 🎊

The job search doesn't end at the offer letter — it just changes shape. Set yourself up for success before your first Zoom login 💼

Save this for later and tag a friend who just got the news 🤝

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"""It’s Final Exam Week!
You’ve worked hard all semester, now finish strong. University Career Services is cheering you on every step of the way!
You’ve got this, Trojans!
You’ve worked hard all semester; now finish strong. University Career Services is cheering you on every step of the way!

Career Tip Tuesday 💼✨

We understand how overwhelming it can be to search for help that won’t ask for your debit card information. Remember: You are never alone. We are always here to support and guide you through your professional journey. A simple email could be the difference between struggling alone and thriving in your workplace.

You can unlock your career potential with these free & low-cost resources 🎯💼

From interview prep to skill building, job searching to networking; swipe through for tools that actually help (without breaking the bank).

🔹 Mock interviews & career closets
🔹 Free courses on LinkedIn Learning, Coursera, edX
🔹 Handshake, LinkedIn Alumni Tool, and more

Save this for your job search journey & share with a friend who needs it 🙌

🌱 Earth Day Table Time – Mark Your Calendar
Visit Career Services at our Earth Day table.
Where: In the courtyard, outside of the Donaghey Student Center (DSC)
When: April 22nd, 2026 -3pm
Why: Free resources, green career advice, and a chance to connect your values to your future work.
See you there!
Reduce. Reuse. Recruit yourself into a better career. ♻️
Happy Earth Day, Trojans!

"Career Tip Tuesday 💼✨

Rejection once? Fine. Rejection five times? Time for a new playbook.

85% of job seekers face multiple rejections before landing a role. You are not broken. Your strategy might just need a refresh.

This week's Career Tip Tuesday covers long-term fixes for repetitive rejection:

📚 Skill building
🧭 Professional development
🏙️ Local career services (yes, free help exists)
🤝 Professional organizations
🎙️ Informational interviews

Plus a sample 6-month plan to keep you moving forward.

Save this for when the ""no's"" start stacking up. Then build your way to ""yes."" 💼✨

Resources mentioned:

American Job Centers (free nationwide)

LinkedIn Learning (often free through libraries)

Professional orgs like SHRM, PRSA, NSBE (student rates available)

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Career Tip Tuesday 💼✨

Part 1 of 2: Short‑Term Fixes

Today: How to respond, recover, and fix what's not working; right now.

Rejection hits different. But here's the truth: 40-50% of recent grads are underemployed in their first job, and half take at least 6 months to land a full-time role.

You are not broken. You are not behind. You are just in the middle of the process.

This week's Career Tip Tuesday walks you through:

😮‍💨 What to do before you reply
📄 When to fix your resume
🎤 When to fix your interview skills
👻 How to handle ghosting
💙 Why you aren't alone (yes, even J.K. Rowling and Steve Jobs got told "no")

Save this for the next rejection that stings. Then breathe, reply short, and take one small action.

One "no" isn't the end. It's a redirect.

Visit Career Services or Handshake for resume reviews, mock interviews, and more. 💼