Korbel MA Students: 5 Tips to Prepare for a US Government Security Clearance in Advance

By Carmen Iezzi Mezzera from APSIA

Attached is a pdf rundown of ways one could prepare for obtaining security clearance for the US government. These are good tips to keep in mind if you plan on applying for security clearance …

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Korbel MA Students: How Do I Assess Organizational Culture?

From APSIA

Attached are eleven questions to ask both yourself and your interviewer in order to assess the organization’s team culture and your potential place within it.

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How to Put a Positive Spin on Quitting a Job

If you’ve ever quit a job, you know how stressful it can be.

You had to tell your former boss why you were leaving.

Perhaps you had to prepare your replacement for taking over your job. 

Even more stressful, however, …

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Four Authentic Ways to Convince the Interviewer You’re Not Overqualified

There are many reasons to apply for jobs that may be perceived as “steps down” from your past roles.

Maybe you’re looking for a less-demanding role so you can spend more time with family.

Perhaps you want to start your …

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How to Answer Tricky Interview Questions: Part II

Welcome back to our guide to tricky interview questions and what you can do conquer them. Yes friends, those interviewers are a shrewd bunch, but we’ve got what it takes to succeed. If you haven’t read part one yet, you …

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How to Answer Tricky Interview Questions: Part I

Job interviews can be stressful as it is, but when the interviewer throws some trick questions into the mix, it can make the entire process feel like an abject nightmare. These types of questions are designed to trip you up, …

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How to Get a Job: Your Ultimate Guide

Finding a job can be nerve-wracking, exciting, frustrating, exhausting, and even anxiety-inducing. Unfortunately, we’re not here to tell you it’s an easy feat to land a job you love. However, there are ways to make the job search easier (and …

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How to Answer “Why Are You No Longer with Your Previous Company?” in an Interview

There are many reasons not to quit your current job before you have another one lined up.

For one, you may not know precisely what you’re dissatisfied with in your current role, and without being able to pinpoint the issue, …

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Get the Most Out of Your Job Interview with These Questions

During a job interview, you can expect to be asked all kinds of questions about your education, experience, and skills. At a certain point, the interviewer will shift gears and ask if you have any questions for them, which gives …

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What to Say in Interviews After Your Position Was Eliminated

Getting laid off can feel like the end of the world… But it’s far from it. 

Feeling nervous about losing your job isn’t uncommon. In fact, 78 percent of Americans are worried about losing their jobs, so you’re just a …

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