Seeking Career Advice through Blogs

Many of you may have been required to read a blog or write a blog at some time in your college career but did you really understand the power of this tool?

Blogs related to your career area of interest, location or work environment could be some of the most helpful tools that can lead your decisions while in college or after you graduate.

Here are my top 5 career blogs. Please note, this is not an exhaustive list and I challenge you to find the blog that speaks to you. We all have a certain style and each blog writer is intended for a certain audience. Do your own research and subscribe to a blog that you will read daily.

1.       http://www.lindseypollak.com/blog

Lindsey gives career advice for millennial employees. She helps this generation to bust through the stereotypes and own the strengths that will make millennials thrive in their careers.

 

2.       http://www.mscareergirl.com/category/work/job-search/

Ms. Career Girl aims to help ambitious young professional women find passion in their profession, or a profession out of their passions. 

 

3.       http://blog.linkedin.com/

Have you heard all of the hype about LinkedIn but are still unsure as to how to use it? This blog is an excellent tool to give you insight as to how to use this tool to network and job search.

 

4.       http://www.lifeaftercollege.org/blog/category/career/

Learn from a former Google employee on tips of how to thrive in your life after college.

 

5.       http://www.personalbrandingblog.com/tag/finding-a-job/

Do you know what makes you stand out? Subscribe to this blog to continually learn about how to differentiate yourself in a global marketplace.

 

Remember, your job search is your own. It’s time for you to take control and actively seek success whether you are a Freshman or Senior. You all will be job searching very soon!

 

Best Regards,

Jessie

 

Jessie Amanda Bush, M.A.

Assistant Director, Career Coaching & Professional Development

Hey UT…Are you fully LinkedIn? Here’s some advice from Omar @ LinkedIn to get you ahead!

Many students and alum are starting to reap the benefits of using LinkedIn to develop their network and search for internship and full-time opportunities.  But are you using LinkedIn to get the most out of this amazing resource?  Probably not.   Omar Garriott of LinkedIn, recently shared with UT staff a top 10 list he posted to ensure you get the most out of LinkedIn and find the right connections.   Fully realizing its potential can be a key contributor to finding success as you look to take that next step in your career.   Check out the top 10 list here:

 

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/10-tips-students-new-grads-linkedin-omar-garriott

Share YOUR thoughts on the most valuable tip from Omar….we want to hear from you.  

 

Mark Colvenbach

Director

Office of Career Services, The University of Tampa

Using LinkedIn During A Job Search

Are you new to LinkedIn? Are you fully utilizing LinkedIn in your job or internship search? Find out more about the newest features and strategies for taking advantage of all that LinkedIn has to offer by participating in FREE webinars!

These FREE LinkedIn Learning Webinars can be found within the LinkedIn Help Center (located under the “Help” section of your LinkedIn page).  Just type in “Learning Webinars” in the search feature of the Help Center.

Select the webinar that best suits your needs!

If you are new to LinkedIn, I recommend starting with the webinar “LinkedIn 101: The Basics of LinkedIn”. If you are currently in a job or internship search and want to ensure that you are leveraging all of the LinkedIn features participate in “Job Seekers: Tips for Using Your LinkedIn Account to Help You Land Your Next Great Opportunity”.

 

NEW Resource! LinkedIn Volunteer Marketplace

Looking to enhance your skills? Interested in making a positive impact in your community? Want to connect (network!) with others who share your passion and interests? Thought about volunteering but not sure where to begin your search? 

Well, you are in luck! LinkedIn recently launched LinkedIn Volunteer Marketplace! LinkedIn’s newest feature allows you the opportunity to utilize and hone your skills while making a positive impact in the community.

To learn more, visit http://volunteer.linkedin.com/