There is no doubt that 2021 was not shy of career news and trends. From The Great Resignation to mastering the virtual interview and to learning how to network again, here are some of the top blog posts from your UMGC Career Services team in 2021.Ìý
4.ÌýStep Up Your Video Interview Game
If the pandemic has taught us one thing, the workforce can be productive teleworking. As more employers are allowing employees to work from home, employees have become more comfortable being on camera. Of course, collaborating with your coworkers via Zoom is a bit different than trying to impress your future boss while interviewing from your living room. Learn how to maximize your video interview game in this blog post.Ìý
3.ÌýVMOCK Helps Ali Alnaqeeb ‘20 With His Career Advancement
Are you familiar with the tools and resources available to UMGC students and alumni to help you on your career path? Whether you are a career changer or climbing the corporate ladder, read how VMOCK helped UMGC alumnus Ali Alnaqeeb finesse his resume to help him get the attention of hiring managers to help him land a job in his career field.ÌýÂ
2. Four Ways to Get Back Into the Networking Game
The introduction of the COVID vaccine helped people feel more comfortable resuming face-to-face activities.ÌýHowever, after more than a year of hiding behind their video cameras, many may need a refresher before resuming pre-pandemic networking activities.ÌýRead more on how to brush up on your in-person networking skills before hitting the ground running.Ìý
1. Five Ways to Successfully Job Search Post-Pandemic
In 2020 the pandemic forced many companies to decrease their workforce footprints. However, in 2021, employees took charge of their careers. With millions of Americans taking charge of their careers and leaving their jobs this year for the quest of greener pastures, learn more on how to successfully search for a job in today’s career climate.ÌýÂ
Remember, no matter what stage of your career, be sure to check out the latest t É«ÇéÖ±²¥Èí¼þ´óÈ« Career Services tools and resources on .ÌýHungry for more career content? Check out more career-boosting content on the UMGC Career Connection blog.Ìý