It should be no surprise in 2022 that social media acts as a “character resume” for potential employers.
As many as 90% of workplaces look to predict an employee’s “fit” by checking social media accounts before moving forward with their interview process.
There have been several studies done on how much the ability to interact with other people affects someone’s capability to thrive in a collaborative workplace. In many cases, it greatly outweighs the person’s general qualifications and often serves as an easy tiebreaker among candidates.
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For many students, college marks the first time they’re making frequent trips to the grocery store to stock up on things for when the cafeteria (or preferred food stops) are closed. Some consider this a fun part of “adulting,” but it can go south quickly if you don’t know what you’re doing.
Here are some tips for students at the grocery store:
As a young person transitioning from high school to college, you expect to go to school to get an education, graduate in four(ish) years, earn a reputable degree, and land a great job.
1. Tight-knit community: The sense of community is a pivotal part of private institutions. As a student, you will have so many opportunities to partake in a hands-on learning experience.
Did last semester not go as well as you had planned? Are you looking to bump up your GPA in the new year? Here are some tips from us at Rockhurst.
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As much as we’d like to imagine college will be a stress-free paradise filled with perfect relationships and 4.0’s, that’s not always the case. Problems will arise and one of the great lessons of college is how to navigate the potholes on your road to success.
It’s finally that time of year. Whether you are a preĚýor post-Thanksgiving holiday decorator or simply wish you were in a warmer climate during the holidays, here is how you can enjoy this season in the Kansas City Area.
You’ve seen them around campus or in class, and you finally get the nerve to ask them out. Things go well and eventually you both decide that you’re in a relationship!
There are three major questions asked first on college campuses as students get to know each other: What’s your name? Where are you from? What’s your major?
Many companies these days offer student discounts for subscription plans, and when you’re in college, you’ve got the best chance to take advantage. Below are some that we recommend!
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