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How to Grow Your Career in Photoshop Logo Design

Logo design is a highly sought-after skill in the creative industry, and mastering Photoshop for logo design can open doors to freelance gigs, agency jobs, and even your own design business. Here’s a proven roadmap to grow your career in this field.

Step 1: …

By Ansu Man
Ansu Man Photo Retouching
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Beyond Physical Requirements: The Cognitive Assessment Challenge of Elite State Law Enforcement

When most people envision the selection process for elite law enforcement positions, they immediately think of rigorous physical fitness standards—scaling walls, completing obstacle courses, and demonstrating tactical capabilities. While physical readiness remains essential, the cognitive assessment component of law enforcement …

By James Wilson
James Wilson Beyond Physical Requirements: The Cognitive Assessment Challenge of Elite State Law Enforcement
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5 High-Paying Careers in Physics

Physics is an area of study in which practitioners employ a variety of methods in order to better understand the world we live in, as well as the entirety of the Universe at large. The demand for roles in physics …

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4 Tips for Salary Negotiations During the Interview Process

Ah, money. We all think about it plenty, but it can be so uncomfortable to bring up in conversation—especially when the topic is that you deserve more of it! When it comes to negotiating your salary for a new job, …

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12 tips for how to negotiate how much you’re paid in your first job

Many (most?) candidates do not negotiate how much they’ll be paid for the work they do. That’s a shame, because employers are often able and willing to pay more, sometimes in terms of wages and other times by providing more …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Alumni mentors can help students thrive

A program pairing alumni with students through the Toppel Career Center helped Rosenstiel School senior Juliana Bevacqua and a few others find jobs this spring.

From left, Juliana Bevacqua, graduating this week, with her mentor Richard Pollack, an alumnus of …

By Carly Smith
Carly Smith STEM and Environment, Marine & Atmospheric Sciences
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Toppel Welcomes the Newest Career Champions from 2024-2025!

The Toppel Career Center is thrilled to announce the newest members of the Career Champions Network, a group of faculty and staff at the University of Miami who provide support to students as they navigate their careers.

Students often utilize …

By Carly Smith
Carly Smith STEM and Environment, Marine & Atmospheric Sciences
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Ways to Develop a CEO Mindset Before You Get There

Do you wonder how some people easily land leadership roles while others struggle to get noticed? It may sometimes seem like luck, but it’s really about the mindset. Most professionals who end up running companies have been training their minds …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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14 tips for international relations majors who are mapping their careers

Career mapping is the process of strategically planning your professional journey by identifying potential career paths, the skills you’ll need, and the steps to achieve your long-term goals. For international relations majors, career mapping is especially important because the field …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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9 tips for philosophy majors who are mapping their careers

Career mapping is the process of strategically planning your professional journey by identifying potential career paths, the skills you’ll need, and the steps to achieve your long-term goals. For philosophy majors, career mapping is especially valuable because the degree develops …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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