Career Planning

The Essential Guide to Negotiating a Job Offer

Your contract with a new employer defines your position, earning potential, and career trajectory within an organization. It attaches expectations to the role and establishes your position within the corporate hierarchy. From the job title to the compensation package and …

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10 Jobs That Are Fantastic for Political Science Majors (You Don’t Have to Work in Politics!)

It might seem like a political science undergraduate degree would prepare you primarily for a career in politics. However, there are four million professionals with poli sci degrees—and their jobs range from attorneys to social workers to financial analysts. If …

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The Post-Interview Thank-You Email | Template Toolbox

If you’re on the job hunt and are wondering whether you really need to send a post-interview thank-you email, the answer is a resounding yes! Now that we got that out of the way, use these helpful tips and the …

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How the Interview Question “What Are Your Interests?” Can Help You Avoid a Workplace You’ll Hate

I’ve had some jobs I really hated. And I don’t just mean jobs that were a bit boring or had less-than-savory duties. I mean the kinds of jobs where each day is more spirit-draining than the last and you wake …

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Your Remote Leadership is Doomed to Fail Without These 4 Elements

On the one hand, remote leadership is no different from regular leadership. Managers must set clear strategies and goals, attract and retain the right talent, and motivate that talent to reach the stated goals. But when the tide goes out, …

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Overcoming Obstacles for Promotion

Taught by Madecraft
In today’s world, you can get stuck in a career rut, even if you’re dedicated to your own career development.…

Starting Your Career as a Financial Analyst

Taught by Ben Sullins
Curious about pursuing a career as a financial analyst? If so, you may want to explore the basics of what…

Bed Bath & Beyond CEO Mark Tritton (Thirty Minute Mentors)

Taught by Adam Mendler | Thirty Minute Mentors
A Fortune 500 CEO, Mark Tritton is a longtime leader in the world of retail and has been leading the…

Connecting Your Work to Your Purpose

Taught by Madecraft
Finding your purpose can give you a greater sense of purpose and can lead to countless benefits, including increased productivity,…

Introduction to Career Skills in Software Development

Taught by Annyce Davis
Are you ready to take the first step on your journey as a computer programmer? Maybe you want to land…

Land Your First Cybersecurity Job

Taught by Mari Galloway
From logging onto your phone to checking the balance of your bank account online, cybersecurity is a part of your…

Promoting Internal Mobility as a Manager

Taught by Alisa Cohn
During the “Great Reshuffle,” organizations are rethinking their entire working models, cultures, and values. At the same time, employees are…

Inclusive Tech: Breaking into the Tech Industry

Taught by Shawna Curran
There exists a perception about who tech jobs are for. That perception doesn’t often include people from historically marginalized groups…

Landing a Business Intelligence Role

Taught by Madecraft
In today’s competitive job market, being able to find a role that leverages your skillset is increasingly difficult. In this…

Career Wellness Nano Tips with Shadé Zahrai

Taught by Shadé Zahrai
Welcome to our Nano Tips series, where LinkedIn Learning creators deliver impactful lessons in literally seconds. In this course, get…

Double Down: Bet on Yourself and Succeed on Your Own Terms

Taught by Antoinette Clarke
You’re working harder than ever at your job, with longer hours, less support, and more responsibilities. You keep trying to…

You Need a Career Development Plan

Taught by Macmillan Publishers
You can’t navigate your way to career success without first plotting a course. Having a career development strategy can be…

Be an Intrapreneur to Take Your Career to the Next Level

Taught by Macmillan Publishers
Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit, but also like the stability of working for an established company? This audio-only course,…

Lifelong Learning as a Tool for Building Your Career

Taught by Living Corporate
In this audio-only course, host Sheneisha White speaks with Dr. Jacquelyn Malcolm, the CIO and VP of Enrollment, Marketing &…

Leveraging Authenticity in the Workplace

Taught by Madecraft
Discover your authentic self in the professional realm with guidance from Sterling De Sutter Summerville. This course explores ways you…

Activating Your Courage to Increase Workplace Success

Taught by Shanita Liu
Have you ever felt nervous or uncomfortable facing uncertainty at work? It’s difficult to embody courage when apprehension takes hold.…

How to Change Careers by Building a Powerful LinkedIn Profile

Taught by Nickquolette Barrett
Join Nickquolette Barrett as she demystifies the process of using LinkedIn for career growth. In this course, you’ll learn how…

A CEO’s Guide to a Career in Advertising and Marketing

Taught by genConnectU
Get a ready-to-use blueprint for building a successful career in advertising and marketing. In this course you can get insights…

Career Path Counselor: Making It in Media and Entertainment

Taught by genConnectU
Learn how to break into the media and entertainment industry and create meaningful relationships along the way. Uncover and reflect…

Purpose-Driven Sales

Taught by Lisa Earle McLeod
Do you have a purpose, or do you just sell stuff? Best-selling author and sales leadership consultant Lisa Earle McLeod…

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OSU Alumni Career Connections – Online

Beaver Nation is everywhere. The OSU Alumni Association has introduced a virtual platform that allows you to connect with Oregon …

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What Are Micro-Internships?

Micro-Internships are short-term, paid, professional assignments that are similar to those given to new hires or interns. …