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Professionalism 101

The end of your university path is near and you’re starting to get a bit nervous about reaching that dream job of yours… if there’s one thing that will set you apart and make you feel confident, its professionalism. Below summarises the idea of...

How to write a killer resume

You never know when you’ll need to have your resume handy. From job applications to career building workings, even to scholarship applications – your resume is something that you always need to have ready to go. It may seem daunting to build a...

How to write a cover letter

Whether your study is coming to an end or you need a part-time job to get you through next session, having a powerful cover letter is a crucial part of the job-seeking process. In short, a cover letter introduces who you are by giving a brief...

How to balance work and uni

Everyone knows that a uni degree can bring you a whole new world of opportunities. However, it can be a big challenge to take on a full study workload on top of a full-time job. To combat this, I’ve started implementing a few simple strategies to...

Why you should challenge yourself in every subject

Here are four reasons for why you should challenge yourself to do your best throughout your degree. Job opportunities. The reason most of us enter university, is also a major reason for aiming to do your absolute best. Often, the first impression a...

Smart ways to invest scholarship money

Receiving a scholarship could be of great help to any one of us financially! Studying and working at the same time can be tricky to balance and a few extra funds can go a long way. So, how do you make the most of your scholarship money? 1. Reduce...

My journey with LinkedIn Learning

Want to build soft skills for your future career? While being at uni, I am also seeking opportunities to improve my soft skills – including personal and technical skills – to help me land my dream job when I graduate! You might have...

The secret to a great LinkedIn profile

LinkedIn is one of your best assets when planning for your future career. It is the perfect place to make contacts and network, show off your skills and get noticed by the people who are looking for the best employees in the industry. Refining your...

How to stretch your student budget

Studying at uni can be a struggle on the old wallet, especially when textbooks, food and living expenses start to add up. Here’s how you can make every dollar count! Your student card While your Charles Sturt student card can get you into...

Life hack: money saving

Everyone knows that students have very small budgets and a single dollar can go a long way for some of us. Here are hacks that I have used to save money on a daily basis: Loyalty cards: Most businesses have loyalty cards for customers that offer a...

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