18 early warning signs your Gen Z employee might quit
Gen Z employees rarely wake up one morning and quit out of the blue. Most start pulling away in small, visible ways weeks or even months before a resignation shows up in your inbox. The problem is that many managers either do not notice those signals or they brush them off as normal early career […]
How to build a stronger relationship with your manager
For many students and recent grads, building a good relationship with a manager can feel a little like trying to read a new language. You are learning the role, the workplace culture, and how your boss likes to communicate, all at the same time. That can be stressful, especially if you do not want to […]
What is career cushioning?
If you have spent any time on LinkedIn or TikTok in the last couple of years, you have probably bumped into the phrase career cushioning. It sounds soft and harmless, like something you would do with pillows. In a way, that is exactly the point. Career cushioning is the habit of building a safety net […]
8 high paying career paths for psychology majors
For psychology majors who are getting close to graduation, the big question about what comes next is usually more complicated than simply matching a major to a job title. There is the pull of doing meaningful work, and there is the need to earn a solid living. Career experts consistently remind students that this major […]
Should early-career candidates use salary sites like Glassdoor to benchmark pay?
Salary sites like Glassdoor and Blind can be useful, especially when you are early in your career and trying to make sense of what people in your field get paid. They give you a baseline. A rough map. But that map is full of gaps. If you rely only on what you see there, you […]
You met every requirement. So why didn’t you get the job?
When I talk with early-career job seekers—or really, job seekers at any stage—the same question comes up again and again: “Why was I rejected when I’m clearly qualified?” I get it. I’ve sat on both sides of the hiring desk. I’ve been the one applying, confident that I check every box, and I’ve also been […]
How to talk about gaps on your resume
By Vicki Salemi, career expert at Monster.com Whether you’re a current student or a recent grad, you may be stressed out thinking about how to talk to employers about gaps on your resume. Maybe you had summer internships consecutively the past few years, but last summer you didn’t intern anywhere. Or maybe you graduated a […]
How taxes and student loans impact take-home pay for those early in their careers
Starting your first full-time job can feel like the beginning of real independence — but that first paycheck often delivers a surprise. The number you see in your offer letter isn’t the number that hits your bank account. Taxes, student loan repayments, and other deductions quietly chip away at what you actually take home. For […]
How to negotiate your first job’s salary so you’re not underpaid throughout your career
Negotiating a job offer can feel daunting, but it’s a crucial step that sets the tone for your financial future. Failing to negotiate your initial salary can have a significant compounding effect, potentially costing you hundreds of thousands of dollars over your career. On today’s episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we discuss why […]
Tips to stay focused on your job search during the holidays
By: Vicki Salemi, Career Expert with Monster When the semester kicks into high gear as the holidays are right around the corner, it’s important to be consistent in your job search efforts whether you’re looking for an internship or a full-time job after graduation. A recent study showed there’s a longer time-to-hire than in the past, […]