College
Guide to the Holidays
Wrapped up in a nice tidy bow from me to
you.
Most of us don’t need a guide
for any break, let alone a Christmas one. Sleep.
Eat. Friends. Sleep Again. Eat Again…more sleep. And while it’s important
to unwind, equally important is making sure we don’t let this break pass us by
with no gains. Following are 5 vital tips for staying on top of your game.
Handle your business
Resume, business cards,
portfolio: now is the time. The holidays provide the perfect opportunity to get
these non-negotiables up to date. Create a master resume which holds all of
your experiences, skills, and qualifications, and then use it to populate
specialized resumes for your major or a given job. Once all is intact you can make
moves to secure an internship. No matter your classification, experience is a
must.
Google me Baby
But seriously; Google
yourself! Nowadays it’s less about conceitedness and more about awareness,
(just a step above fb stalking a potential lover.) Be conscious of your online
presence and what it tells those who see. You may need to private or even
delete an old account. Future employers will be sure to see check your status
so why don’t you?
Got Skills?
Think about your dream job: where
do you want to end up in life or at the very least after you graduate? Find
those jobs and see what skills they require, make a list of those skills, and
then work on obtaining them. Sites such as Coursera offer free classes which
could provide just the edge you are looking for.
https://www.coursera.org/
Speaking of skills
Work on that hobby/skill you
love. Are you a writer? Start a blog. An artist? Put out some solid pieces of
work. Log all of your skills technical and otherwise on your LinkedIn profile.
Which reminds me: if you don’t have one, create a LinkedIn account! What you
couldn’t fit in between this semester’s 10 page paper and math exam is begging
to be addressed now.
Self Improve
Challenge yourself to fix one
bad habit this break, just one! They say it takes 21 days to develop a good habit
so you have the perfect amount of time. Whether it’s waking up at 7 am or
starting your days with positive affirmation, now is the time to be better.
Graduation may seem super far
away, but as a college student on the way out the door, I promise it comes
sooner than you think. This year for Christmas, give yourself the gift of
marketability. Mozel ton!
By Sharlita Green REEL Softspoken
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