Christian Anderaos, UMKC alumnus, has made impressive strides in both his athletic and professional career since his time at UMKC. Currently a professional indoor soccer player for the Kansas City Comets and certified by the American Council on Exercise in exercise and nutrition….. click to read more
For many students aspiring to build careers in sports, Tyler Kirby’s journey from Ticket Sales Representative to Executive Vice President of Business Development at the Kansas City Chiefs offers a compelling roadmap…. click to read more
Cassie Pikarsky, a 2018 graduate of UMKC’s Executive MBA program, has had a professional journey as diverse as it is impressive…. click to read more
Rohan’s journey from a graduate student at UMKC to his current role at Alvarez & Marsal in Chicago is a testament to his dedication and adaptability… click to read more
Career Tips & Resources – What to do after the career fair?
Being prepared and asking the right questions will help you stand out during the event itself. But when the career fair is over, don’t forget to send a …
Career fairs can be a very intimidating event for the uninitiated; dozens and sometimes hundreds of students trying to impress tons of employers in order to secure a coveted follow-up interview, all within a few intense hours. Nonetheless, for recruiters, …
Jalonni Weaver is a senior talent acquisition analyst at Slalom. Weaver is a part of Slalom’s global services team, where she works to meet the hiring needs of business partners, retain quality talent, and educate candidates about the organization. Slalom …
At one point or another in our professional lives, we’re likely to face moments of self-doubt and imposter syndrome. As a result, we may feel at a loss for how to build our confidence. Gen Z’ers are even more likely …
Being a first-generation college graduate is an incredible accomplishment that is nothing short of life-changing. For some first-gen college grads, their circumstances might be that their parents immigrated from other countries and weren’t able to get a degree. For others, …
You’ve probably seen the stats that say a majority of resumes are screened out by applicant tracking systems (ATS) and never seen by a human. Or you’ve heard that if you don’t use enough of the right keywords, your application …
Students and young professionals face a great deal of anxiety when it comes to choosing a career path. “What do you want to be?” and “What do you want to do after you graduate?” are questions that plague the typical …
Even if you don’t use it, you’ve probably heard of LinkedIn. With over 830 million members in more than 200 countries, it’s easily the place for professionals around the world to meet and interact.
LinkedIn can help you reach your …
“I applied for a job last Friday that had only just been posted that day,” a Fairygodboss community member wrote on the feed. “My qualifications are a pretty perfect match.
Today, I got a rejection email. I was extra careful …
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On the last day of his junior year, Psychology major Olabanji Sonuga came …
