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  #truth The most qualified person does not necessarily get the job. The person with the best job search skills will typically get the job over the most qualified person! According to many experts, 70% – 80% of all available jobs are not published online or otherwise. However, a CareerXRoads Source of Hire Study debunks… Continue reading How do I network?

  SIU graduate Rana Schenke “killing it on LinkedIn” connect, follow, network! https://www.linkedin.com/in/ranaschenke/ Learn more about networking here.  

  Google Never Forgets What You Forgot Before you apply or interview for that coveted position — give yourself a social media makeover! Search your name using multiple platforms ie: google, safari, firefox et al. Review all existing social media pages and edit out unprofessional content. Even if strictly social use, recruiters will view all… Continue reading What does Google have to say about you?

  ATS or applicant tracking systems are software programs that provide recruiting and hiring tools for companies. These systems collect and sort thousands of resumes based on pre-set algorithms. Whether a human recruiter ever sees your resume, depends on how well your resume is optimized for ATS. Why do employers use ATS? Employers may receive… Continue reading What the @#$% is ATS?

    We need a Fashion Revolution NOW!   Fashion Manifesto ride or die… What is your Fashion Mission – why are you passionate about fashion? What are your values or ethos – what do you stand for? What are your fashion goals – what do you want to achieve? What problem will you solve?… Continue reading Radical Fashion Now!!

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This blog will help you navigate the crazy world of fashion internships and first jobs. We’ve got it all from informational interviews to writing that dreaded cover letter. We walk you through building your LinkedIn page, winning at social media, and networking your way to that first gig! Lose the job search scaries and come… Continue reading Help I need an internship!!