Career Planning
What is a resume?
This document highlights your education, experience, and skills when applying for a job.
How can a planner be useful?
Using this tool can help you plan out your classes, work, and free time.
What is credit card interest?
This kind of interest builds up on money you borrow and don't pay back right away.
What is burnout?
A sign of overexertion in different areas of your life.
Basic car maintenance is good for?
This simple maintenance task can extend your car’s life and improve fuel efficiency. Examples include knowing how to check oil, tire pressure, and change a flat.
What is a cover letter?
This letter introduces you and explains why you're a good fit for a specific job.
What is the Pomodoro technique?
This technique breaks work into 25-minute focused intervals followed by short breaks.
What is paying yourself first?
Saving 10% of your paycheck is an example of this smart habit.
What are some examples of boundaries?
Setting time for yourself, saying no when you need to, basically anything that is set to protect your time and energy.
What is networking etiquette?
Knowing how to introduce yourself professionally, follow up, and maintain contacts.
What is a career assessment?
This resource helps you explore career paths based on your interests and values.
What is chunking?
Breaking larger tasks into smaller steps is a strategy known as this.
What is net income?
The amount of money left after taxes and deductions.
What is over-commitment?
Students often struggle with this, trying to "do it all" without taking breaks.
What are job interview skills?
Practicing how to answer common questions, dress appropriately, and follow up.
What is an elevator pitch?
This is an elevator speech you give in under a minute to describe who you are and what you do.
What is a weekly review?
This practice involves setting aside time weekly to review and plan your upcoming responsibilities.
What is a Roth IRA?
This retirement savings account offers tax advantages and is commonly started in early adulthood.
What is a support network?
This type of support system can include friends, mentors, or professionals.
Why is it good to plan meals and budget groceries?
Planning weekly meals to avoid food waste and save money.
What is a thank you email?
Following up after an interview with this gesture can help you stand out.
What can scheduling and planning look like?
Taking time at the start of the week or as the week goes on, to be able to stay organized and set time for responsibilities.
What is a deductible?
This is the amount you pay out of pocket before your insurance begins to cover costs.
What are some examples of self care?
Prioritizing sleep, exercise, hobbies, meditation or anything that doesn't add any extra stress to your daily life.
What is good to know when apartment hunting?
Understanding lease terms, deposits, co-signers, and renters’ rights.