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  1. Digesting a New Project

    When you are assigned a task or project at work, the instructions and deadline are often unclear. The secret to doing a good job is taking ownership of understanding what is expected of you. Your goal is to demonstrate that you’re not only able to...
  2. SkillUp

    Whether your top priority is getting hired as soon as possible or training for a long-term career, SkillUp can help you discover in-demand career pathways and training options in your region. There are three main features on their website: 1) ...
  3. Preparing for Future Interviews

    Are you planning on searching for a new job in the next few months? It’s never too early to prepare for the interview process! In this article, you’ll find a list of questions about your goals, work history, skills, and accomplishments. Being able...
  4. How important is my major?

    Choosing your major is a significant milestone in your academic journey, as it determines the specialized content you’ll learn and lays the groundwork for potential career paths. It allows you to dive deep into a particular field of interest, gain...
  5. Rivet School Job Opportunities Tracker

    This  job opportunities tracker is a tab in the Rivet School Community Resource List that is updated weekly with any jobs that are shared with Rivet School team members. If you would like additional support with your job search, fill out this Ca...
  6. Writing a Good Email

    Being able to write a good email or message on LinkedIn, Slack, etc. can be the difference between getting a prompt response or getting ignored. Good emails follow a similar pattern, so once you identify the pattern you’ll be able to adapt it to a...
  7. Getting Promoted

    There are different ways to get promoted (i.e. vacancy, organizational growth). A promotion is an investment in you, so your organization will want to be sure there’s a high chance of it paying off before they invest their time and money. In this ...
  8. What should I consider before choosing my major?

    Before making this choice, you should consider several factors: 1) your interests and passions 2) your skills and strengths and 3) your career goals and aspirations. Take the time to reflect and remember that it's okay to seek advice from family, ...
  9. Balancing Work and School

    Balancing a job and schoolwork (among other priorities) can be quite challenging. In this article, we’ll talk about what you can do if your work schedule is interfering with your ability to make progress towards your degree. We know every situatio...
  10. Presidio MBA in Sustainable Solutions 🤝

    Are you thinking about continuing your education after the BA? We’re excited to announce that we will be continuing our partnership with Presidio Graduate School at the University of Redlands to offer Rivet School alumni (like Sarahi ) an 80% t...