While it would be wonderful if all of our job search efforts were fruitful, but the harsh reality is that sometimes we’re going to be told “no.” There may also be times when it feels like we get rejected by every potential employer—if we hear back at all. It’s easy to get down, but when we get too bogged down, those negative emotions may hold us back further if we allow ourselves to expect to be turned down and therefore don’t shoot as high.
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How To Deal With Rejection On The Job Hunt
Friday, July 12, 2019
Hot Stuff
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
We are welcoming in a couple of great groups this week! It may be hot outside, but there is a cool buzz of excitement on campus at CW this summer.
CW Summer Explorations Academy. I am so delighted to welcome a large group of high school students who want to have fun, immerse themselves in a career area, get familiar with college life, meet new people and earn 3 college credits! What a wonderful group of students!
How To Answer This Common Interview Question
Tuesday, July 2, 2019
An interview question that throws a lot of people for a loop is also one of the most common: “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?”
Interviewers aren’t being nosy or trying to throw you for a loop—they’re trying to assess whether your vision aligns with that of the company you’re interviewing for a position at and whether you would fit in with the company culture.
Five Things To Stop Saying To Yourself
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
For many of us, we’re used to being our own harshest critic. We might not think anything of it, but negative self-talk can erode our self-esteem over time and block us from making progress in our career. This article from Career Contessa shares five things you absolutely have to stop saying to yourself.
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CW’s CIO is Innovation Leader
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Kelly Walsh
Kelly Walsh, CIO and member of the Faculty at The College of Westchester recently participated in the podcast, CIO as an Innovation Leader.