It likely isn’t news to you that recruiters are actively searching for candidates on Google and social media. According to a survey from Jobvite, 2 out of 3 hiring managers and recruiters check candidates’ social profiles, even if they are not provided. That number is growing, as more firms turn to online profiles to learn more about candidates’ professional and … Read More
Google’s Eight Innovation Maxims
Alphabet—Google’s newish parent company—opened today’s trading day with a market capitalization (value) of just over $550 billion. That’s equivalent to a sizeable nation. The company has reached this valuation through constant innovation. What began as a better way to search files on the internet has evolved into a massive company that relentlessly pursues new breakthroughs. Google X, now simply “X,” … Read More
Resume Tips for College Grads
Writing a resume when you don’t have a lot of work experience can be daunting. But even if your only real job was working at the local McDonalds, there are other ways to fill up your resume and show employers what an excellent candidate you are. Your resume, especially as you are just starting out, should be one page long. … Read More
Thiel’s 7 Essential Business Questions
Peter Thiel is the co-founder of PayPal, the first outside investor into Facebook, and, among many other things, one of only a handful of men to be on the founding team of multiple billion-dollar companies. He knows business. His book, Zero to One—which evolved from a students’ detailed notes on Thiel’s lectures on innovation at Stanford—is highly regarded in the … Read More
5 Best Countries for Young People to Travel
There are so many incredible places to travel in the world – where do you start? These five tried-and-true countries are the perfect destinations for students – great nightlife, abundance of students, and lots of cheap options. Whether it’s for a study abroad or a spring break trip, consider adding these spots to your bucket list. Thailand There’s no wonder … Read More
Two Ways to Fast-Track Your Financial Freedom
Money isn’t everything. It is certainly important, though. In his book Sapiens, Yuval Harari makes the case that money is the only thing to break through all barriers and become universally accepted by humankind. Speaking in more actionable terms, money can be used as a tool to buy the things you need, comforts you desire, and experiences you’ll never forget. … Read More
THREE MUST-READ MARKETING BOOKS
Marketing is a key component of business. Without marketing, even the best products, services, and companies would fail to gain any traction. This is why marketing is a key operation for every venture—whether you’re selling electronics, raising money for your favorite foundation, or want to become a famous artist, you’re going to have to market. These concise classics will level … Read More
Five Fascinating Young Entrepreneurs – And What You Can Learn From Them
Thanks to the internet, it’s easier than ever to start your own business from your bedroom. And these four young companies did it – and are now leaders in their industries, despite being half the age of their competitors’ CEOs. If you’re curious about starting a company, follow advice from these experts – you could be the next Mark Zuckerberg. … Read More