5 Ways to Fight Pre-Grad Anxiety

Dec 21, 2019 by Michelle McGuire

Tags: Your next career move

Last week, I talked about my pre-grad anxiety as May 2020 quickly approaches. The nagging question of “what do I want to do next?” is plaguing my thoughts every single day. But instead of downward spiraling with Netflix marathons, avoidance, and stress, I’ve started taking action to chip away at the uncertainty. The next time the feeling of pre-grad anxiety hits you, try checking one of these suggestions off the list:

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When the Pre-Grad Anxiety Hits

Dec 13, 2019 by Michelle McGuire

Tags: Your next career move

I know post-grad anxiety is a thing. Transitioning into adulthood after undergrad hit me like a brick wall. You know what I didn’t expect to hit me just as hard? Pre-grad anxiety. With a May 2020 graduation date from the Virginia Commonwealth University Brandcenter in the distance, my daily existence has an undercurrent of existential dread. I was blissfully unaware of this sensation while studying my undergraduate degree. I thought you got handed your diploma, easily found your dream job, and everything was perfect. This time around, I know everything is about to change, it’s going to be a challenge, and there’s just that much more pressure to get it right. As I get closer to the finish line, here’s what’s stoking my pre-grad anxiety:

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6 Stress Management Tips

Dec 06, 2019 by Daniella Baires

Tags: Early career advice

The holiday season can be the culprit for some added stress to your every day routine. While there are many levels of stress, some can be harmful, and even make you feel ill. It is important to learn what triggers stress so that it can be prevented. Learning to manage your stress is also key to stop it from taking over during the busy holiday season. Follow these simple tips to help manage stress at work or school:

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5 Obstacles Preventing You from Going to Graduate School

Nov 22, 2019 by Michelle McGuire

Tags: Grad school consideration

We get it, there’s nothing easy about making the decision to go to graduate school. There can be a lot standing in the way between being just an idea and actually attending. How will you afford it? Can you even handle school again? Read about the five most common obstacles that may be holding you back and what you can do to overcome them. 

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5 Tips to Set Good Goals

Nov 15, 2019 by Michelle McGuire

Tags: Early career advice

You now know just how important it is to set goals. They not only help you achieve your dreams, they show potential jobs or grad schools you mean business. But when it comes to formulating that perfect goal, what should it look like? What makes a goal a good one you’ll live by versus a bad one you’ll throw away in a few weeks? Make it a goal for your next goal to follow these tips:

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Why Setting Goals Matters

Nov 08, 2019 by Michelle McGuire

Tags: Early career advice

When did the concept of setting goals become so complicated? At their core, goals are easy to understand. They’re defined as “the end toward which effort is directed.” Put into practice, they’re the answer to pressing questions like, “what do you want to get out of life?” and “what do you want to achieve professionally?” But you probably already know this. What’s holding you back from setting goals isn’t not knowing what goals are, it’s not knowing why you should kick that goal setting process into high gear.

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Nov 01, 2019 by Daniella Baires

Tags: Your next career move

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Quarter Life Crisis Survival Guide

Oct 25, 2019 by Michelle McGuire

Tags: Your next career move

It’s bound to happen. You finish your undergraduate degree and you're ready to take on the real world. You start building out your new adult life: you embark on a career path, form new relationships, and move to a new city. But then all of the sudden a quarter life crisis hits you like a freight train. It leaves you anxious, stressed, and wondering what you want your life to actually look like. Are you on the right path? Here’s how to weather the inevitable quarter life crisis:

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Full-Time Work, Part-Time Study: Choosing an Online MBA

Oct 18, 2019 by Michelle McGuire

Tags: Grad school consideration

Sarabeth Dobbs recently started one of the greatest balancing acts known to working professionals: being both a part-time student and a full-time employee. Product Manager at the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) by day, part-time online MBA student at William and Mary by night, Sarabeth’s busy days are meticulously scheduled. Seven weeks into her balancing act, Sarabeth shares why she ultimately chose an online program and how it differs from a traditional business school experience.

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What Are Soft Skills and Why Do They Matter?

Oct 11, 2019 by Michelle McGuire

Tags: Early career advice

If an employer asked you to describe your skills, what would you say? Your brain likely jumps to all the hard skills you’ve picked up along the way. Maybe you are a coding wizard or just added another degree under your belt. But what about your soft skills? That’s what employers really care about. In fact, 57% of business leaders think soft skills are the most important skills. Here’s how to identify and show off your own soft skills so the next time an employer asks, you know how to answer:

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