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Unlocking Your Career Potential: Essential Tips for College Students

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May 8, 2025
Fran Berrick, founder of Spearman Coaching, shares her expertise in guiding college students and young professionals toward career success. She emphasizes conducting a self-audit to identify strengths and interests, enabling informed career choices. Fran highlights the importance of using college career services and building a robust network. She reassures students that success can be found beyond their selected majors and provides strategies for maximizing internship opportunities and effectively transitioning into the job market.
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ANECDOTE

Andrew's Internship Experience

  • Andrew Seaman shares he completed nine internships by his bachelor's graduation.
  • He credits applying at the right time as key to securing internships and a full-time job.
ADVICE

Understand Your Strengths

  • Conduct a self-audit of classes, extracurriculars, and work to find where you experience flow.
  • Ask trusted friends how they see your strengths and consider evidence-based tools like CliftonStrengths.
ADVICE

Use Career Services Early

  • Visit your college's career services early and often, ideally from freshman year.
  • These services are usually free and can provide valuable support in your job search.
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