There is a misconception that traveling is expensive, but the truth is it doesn’t have to be the case at all. There are many different ways to explore new places, even with a student budget — whether it’s taking advantage of visiting family or being strategic in travel timing. Here are some tips and tricks to manage your travels as a college student:…
Figuring out your personal finances is honestly, well, intimidating. It’s this lingering worry in the back of your head—you know you have to get your money sorted, but it’s easier to do it “soon” and until then continue to like memes on Instagram about being broke and still treating yourself (been there.) Being smart about financial decisions doesn’t have to…
It’s true that the ability to take on an unpaid internship is not available to everyone, which can create inequality in the workforce when individuals with more experience are more likely to be hired—leaving those that couldn’t afford to get that same experience in the dust. But if you want to stay ahead of the curve without the unpaid internship…
One key to a productive day is an effective morning routine that can increase performance and efficiency. 1. Wake Up Early Waking up early can set the tone for your entire day. Although it can seem impossible, through repetition and determination, waking up early can make a world of difference. Whether you have a class at 8 AM., 11 AM.,…
Maybe you’re a fresh graduate, or maybe you’re simply seeking a career change, but it always stings when you scroll through Indeed and Glassdoor only to stumble across the words: “five years of experience required.” For an entry-level position, this is all backwards. How are you, a person with minimal experience, supposed to land an accesible job with a basic resume? Now comes the period…
You’re never too young to set goals for yourself. As young women, we spend our high school English classes having lofty daydreams about our future, wondering if we’ll end up hustling in New York City or Los Angeles, starting a small company in our hometown, or if we’ll be traveling the world. There are so many possibilities that are available…
Professors, mentors and parents can constantly be asking about post-graduation plans and whether or not you are ready to join the professional world. It’s a loaded question though, because there’s no way to know how ready you are until you actually get out there and start doing your thing. But there are some steps you can take — yes, while you’re…
While we all dream of the day that we score the perfect internship, it’s safe to say that the path to getting there can be pretty tough. From applications, to networking, to writing a resume and cover letter, it’s easy to understand why the internship search process is a little daunting for collegiettes. And if you plan to apply to an internship…
As a single mom, it can be hard to manage school, work, and children. “It’s important to get that education so you can better provide for yourself and your children,” said Sarah Bettencourt, a single mom and founder of Mother of Marketing, a digital consulting firm. “But paying for college as a single mom can be a struggle.” One way to get help…
It feels like just yesterday you were throwing your graduation cap in the air and vowing to have the best summer ever. But believe it or not, many of you are only a few weeks away from becoming an official collegiette. While you’re so excited for the best four years of your life to begin, you’re probably starting to freak…
