In only a few minutes, you can transform a bland cover letter into an interview magnet.

At my day job, my team is hiring a front end/back end developer.

In Silicon Valley terms, we’re looking for a “unicorn” – someone with a very unique, very des...

Finding opportunities through relationships isn't as scary or hard as you might think.

The concept of networking always felt foreign to me as an English Major. I knew it was important; I just didn’t know how to begin.

I've had all but one of my j...

Don't Worry – This is Great News for English Majors...

Today, I saw a Georgetown University report about unemployment rates for recent college graduates. Data for each major was compared to the national average.

What this report said was good new...

Don't let geography get you down. Sometimes, being in a small town without lots of English Major jobs is an advantage...

Earlier today I came across an undergrad worrying about finding part-time work.

“I have some graphic design and beginner web ...

Everyone knows internships are always a good way to get experience. But what this email presupposes is... maybe they aren't?*

One of the ideas I frequently cover in these messages (and theEnglish Major's Guide to Getting a Job) is the importance o...

Spending a few minutes setting up a simple free tool will send you the exact skills employers want straight to your inbox, letting you know what you need to develop before you graduate.

Normally, finding jobs has been absurdly easy for me.

Once, ...

What Have You Learned This Week?

What have you learned this week?

I don’t mean in your classes. I mean what are you learning in addition to your required coursework?

Some of the greatest lessons I learned in college came from what I studied outs...

Practice this skill, and your coworkers will love you.

I received a confusing email today:

“I wanted to give you a heads up about a webpage that will need to be created in the next week in preparation for the upcoming awards ceremony.”

I read th...

This weekend, I made an extra grand using skills I learned as an undergrad. I'm still surprised at how easy it was.

Remember a few posts ago when I said there are myths about English majors holding you back?

Well, there are myths about other majo...

Industry expert explains why choosing to study English sets you up for a great career.

I came across an article this week I simply had to share. It's called "Why English Majors are the Hot New Hires," and it explains why English majors may be in h...