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Maura FitzGerald

Instructional Designer
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations - Community and Social Service Occupations
New York, New York
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Nalini Jul 03, 2023 632 views

How to start a career in Instructional Design?

I am an SME in the Chemistry field and looking to switch to the Instructional Design field.

I am seeking a piece of serious advice and what are the options for jobs in this Instructional Design field.

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Asia Nov 13 339 views

What advice would you give to someone with a non-finance background trying to break into finance?

In my internship with the Office of Children and Families, I developed strong project management and research skills, especially through engaging with community stakeholders and working on policy development. I’m interested in applying my analytical skills to the finance sector and would...

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Asaiah Jun 12, 2023 1222 views

How do you make your college application/resume stand out?

I don't want to seem like an average student to admissions officers.

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Mireia Jan 17, 2018 12456 views

How do you write an outstanding, effective cover letter?

Applying for an internship and was asked to submit a cover letter. What is it and how can you write an effective one? Would really appreciate some examples or guidance. #job #job-search #resume #resume-writing #cover-letters #evaluating-resumes #skills #job-skills #interviewing-skills #career...

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Calyn Oct 06, 2023 637 views

What’s the best way to reach out to firms and organizations about internships?

I’m an aspiring architect student, and was wondering about potentially trying to intern at a local firm for a short while to get a feel for the field.

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Jayla May 13 500 views

How can I properly network in college?

I am a rising sophomore currently on break. My first year in college I was successful when it came to making acquaintances and friends, but I lacked in my networking skills. Also, how can I network outside of school to start practicing?

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Genevieve Oct 22 462 views

How do you overcome your natural shyness to effectively network?

I'm really shy, so the idea of networking makes me really uncomfortable. My shyness is keeping me back from making impactful connections. How do I overcome it?

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Jenna Oct 31 270 views

What steps should I be taking to connect with industry professionals or companies, and how should I be using platforms like LinkedIn or networking events to explore job opportunities?

Being halfway done with senior year and having post grad be right around the corner, what are some tips to get yourself out there and continue to network to increase job opportunities?

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Katelyn Jan 26, 2017 2772 views

Do resumes need to be one page?

Hi, I'm attempting to become an "officer" in a club at my college and they want to see a resume. My boyfriend is a part of this club and he told me that my resume needs to be one page, that jobs only want to see one page anyways. Is this true? The job application my father helped me make it...

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Aiwen Oct 28 302 views

How should I go about requesting letters of recommendations?

As a rising senior who's applying for colleges, I feel some anxiety that surrounds letters of recommendations. This is not only limited to college applications, but job wise as well that I would like to improve on especially in future.

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Kekoa Dec 11 396 views

What is some advice that you'd give to younger or new people how are looking for a new career

I've just entered my young adult phase and I'm curious and confused about what I should do I'm not confident in my success going forward.

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Riley Dec 11 149 views

How can I prepare for high-school and college in middle school?

Hi my name is Riley and I want to be successful in high-school and college but don't know some of the challenges there are.

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Zori 18 hours ago 489 views

What was your experience switching career paths?

I know some adults choose to stick to their stifling jobs, even when it makes them miserable or exhausted everyday.

I'm concerned about my future being like this, in which I end up stuck in an unfulfilling job. What are some things people should consider when pivoting to another career path?

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Christian Nov 21 212 views

how can i manage my passion for football together with my dream of becoming a software engineer?

i love football

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Kaelyn Dec 11 185 views

What are some skills that I need to become a teacher other than teamwork and communication?

I'm in the 9th grade and want to be a teacher but I need to know what skills I should or need to work on