Tourism, Hospitality, Event Management

Leadership Lessons from 15 Women Founders & CEOs

At the time of writing, women are the CEOs of 41 companies of the Fortune 500; for anyone not looking to do math today, that's about 8%. And that distressingly low number is actually higher than its ever been. The …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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IHLA Educational Foundation Scholarship Application Process

The purpose of our scholarship program is to financially assist Illinois residents who have demonstrated a desire to make the hotel and hospitality industry a career. Scholarships are available in amounts ranging from $1,000 up to $4,000 per academic year.  …

By Kristine Nielsen
Kristine Nielsen Assistant Director, Career Services
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Yes, You Can Still Learn About Company Culture When Interviewing Remotely—Here’s How

There are a number of things you consider when evaluating whether or not a job is a good match for you. You need a salary that meets your expectations, responsibilities that get you excited, and a manager you think you’d …

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The Muse: Beat the Robots: How to Get Your Resume Past the System & Into Human Hands

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The following blog article by Regina Borsellino originally published on The Muse website provides some great insights on how to make sure your resume will make it beyond an initial computerized resume scanner. Schedule a career coaching …

By Kristine Nielsen
Kristine Nielsen Assistant Director, Career Services
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How Recruiters Really Read Your Resume

Have you ever been curious about how recruiters read your resume? Ashley Watkins is a Nationally Certified Resume Writer with more than 15 years of experience. Read her blog post on Jobscan to learn about her review process and what …

By Kristine Nielsen
Kristine Nielsen Assistant Director, Career Services
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