H-1B Back-Up Options For International Students

The most common work visa in the U.S. is the H-1B visa. However, the H-1B lottery is highly competitive, and there is no guarantee that international students will be able to stay in the U.S. for work. As you explore …

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5 Ways to Protect Your Mental Health During a Stressful Job Search

During a high-stakes job search — or any job search, for that matter — emotions can run high and stress can become unbearable. However, there are steps you can take to protect yourself from burnout and self-blame.  

I’m not a medical …

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ADHD Career Talk – How to Find a Job You Won’t Want to Quit

As someone with ADHD, I’ve had my fair share of struggles when it comes to finding the right career path. I’ve job hopped, quit jobs impulsively, and struggled to find something that truly lights me up. But over time, I’ve …

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Get a Work Permit While Waiting for Your Green Card

Green card applicants who apply from inside the United States are generally eligible for employment authorization (work permit). While consular applicants must wait until they arrive in the U.S. with permanent resident status, adjustment of status applicants may obtain an …

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Entry-Level Software Engineer Resume: What Recruiters Want to See

Starting out in software engineering? Your resume needs to show technical skills, problem-solving ability, and a willingness to learn—even if you don’t have much formal experience. Here’s how to stand out.

1. Essential Sections for an Entry-Level Software Engineer …

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Should I Study Abroad?

Each year, over 180,000 college students in the US take the leap to study abroad, embracing the opportunity to live and learn in another country.

While stepping into the unknown can be daunting, it often turns into a transformative journey …

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Mastering ADHD Follow Through (when you want to quit badly)

Have you ever started a project with excitement only to abandon it when things got tough? For those of us with ADHD, this pattern can feel frustratingly familiar. The good news? Understanding the “Valley of Despair” can transform your ability …

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LinkedIn Power-Up – Boosting Your Visibility for Recruiters

your visibility to recruiters. LinkedIn is the largest professional networking tool online. For individuals in career transition, an updated LinkedIn profile is a must.

Your LinkedIn profile should be filled out completely. A complete profile allows you to use LinkedIn …

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More Than Just Salary: How to Evaluate a Job Offer

If you’re coming from hourly jobs or a blue-collar background, it may be easy to think your paycheck is the whole story. But guess what? It’s not. In this episode, I break down exactly what total compensation means and why …

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Aisha Myrick: Redefining Career Paths at Cummins

When Aisha Myrick talks about her career journey, ‘unexpected’ is the first word that comes to mind. From flightline electrician in the Air Force to Strategic Talent Pathways Leader at Cummins, Aisha has transformed her career using her military-driven mindset …

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