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6 IRL Networking Tips for Introverts

The country is reopening, with more and more in-person events being held each day. This means that in-real-life networking will soon return. While this might be a welcome development to some, to others, including many introverts, this might be daunting. …

By Firsthand
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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The 30-60-90 Rule is a New Leader’s Most Powerful Tool for Success

When entering a new job, the energy, excitement, and environment should fire you up and have you ready to roll your sleeves up and get to work. However, being driven solely by that energy and not taking a step back …

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Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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6 Tips for Successful Virtual Networking, Even During the Pandemic

Successful networking can open doors to mentorship, professional development, friendship, and career growth.

Of course, things have been different due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Not only are many more of us working from home, but professional and industry events of …

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6 Ways To Build Business Relationships Through Communication

For entrepreneurs, building relationships is essential for long-term growth, profitability, and sustainability. And to build relationships—with customers, employees, vendors, and investors—good communication is key. So here are six tips on how to communicate better to improve your business partnerships.

1. Overcommunicate

This sounds like …

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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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Career Planning Resources

Find resources relevant to the community to help you succeed.

Career Design Workbook

The Career Design workbook will guide you in your career search through in-depth looks at industries, search techniques, and application …

Access The New York Times through Columbia University Libraries

Columbia University faculty, staff, and students now have full access to content from The New York Times through the Libraries. The Libraries’ …

Support Groups at Columbia University

During at your time at Columbia, you may want to explore additional support groups that can range from Time Management …

Columbia Alumni Directories
SPS Alumni Directories and Network

The program directory is a tool for each SPS program’s alumni, faculty, and current students …

Building Your Network

It’s important for all professionals to build their network throughout their careers. A network of professional connections can be useful …

Creating A Professional Pitch

You will need a pitch to introduce yourself at professional meetings, in networking situations and at other gatherings where you …

Career Guides

When it comes to job success, it’s not only what you know: it’s who you know. Every year employers fill …

The Vault Guide to Top Internships rates more than 100 internship programs. Based on a survey of approxiomately 11,000 interns, …

When it comes to job success, it’s not only what you know: it’s who you know. Every year employers fill …

Career Resources

Career Design Workbook

The Career Design workbook will guide you in your career search through in-depth looks at industries, search techniques, and application …

Access The New York Times through Columbia University Libraries

Columbia University faculty, staff, and students now have full access to content from The New York Times through the Libraries. The Libraries’ …

Support Groups at Columbia University

During at your time at Columbia, you may want to explore additional support groups that can range from Time Management …

Columbia Alumni Directories
SPS Alumni Directories and Network

The program directory is a tool for each SPS program’s alumni, faculty, and current students …

Building Your Network

It’s important for all professionals to build their network throughout their careers. A network of professional connections can be useful …

Creating A Professional Pitch

You will need a pitch to introduce yourself at professional meetings, in networking situations and at other gatherings where you …

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