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How to Network: Tips for Getting Started & Finding Success

Not sure how to network? Start with people you know, send simple messages, and take small steps to build strong connections and grow your network.

By Kirsten Chorpenning, Career Advice Writer

Updated: Jun 4, 2026

16 min read

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How to Tell a Job You Have Another Offer: Tips, Templates, & Examples

To tell a job you have another offer, clarify the hiring timeline, stay honest and professional, keep it brief, and don’t wait too long to tell them.

By Kirsten Chorpenning, Career Advice Writer

Updated: Jun 25, 2026

15 min read

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40 Jobs for People With Criminal Records (& How to Get One)

Good jobs for people with criminal records can be found in construction, trucking, food service, and other fields. See more options and tips to get hired.

By Kirsten Chorpenning, Career Advice Writer

Updated: Jul 8, 2026

17 min read

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How to Find Jobs for Non-English Speakers: 14 Bilingual Careers

By Emily March, Career Advice WriterUpdated: Nov 14, 202410 min read

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What to do when your first job offer isn’t your first choice

By Toni Frana, Career Advice ExpertUpdated: Nov 13, 20246 min read

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How to Find and Ask for a Job Referral

By Elizabeth Muenzen, Career Advice WriterUpdated: Aug 14, 20248 min read

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What Do References Mean in Your Job Application and How Do Recruiters Use Them?

By Elizabeth Muenzen, Career Advice WriterUpdated: Aug 14, 20247 min read

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Can You Get an Internship After College?

By Elizabeth Muenzen, Career Advice WriterUpdated: Aug 14, 20249 min read

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5 intern mistakes you don’t realize you’re making that cost you job offers

By Toni Frana, Career Advice ExpertUpdated: Apr 30, 20245 min read

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How long should you wait for a job offer?

By Elizabeth Muenzen, Career Advice WriterUpdated: Apr 18, 20245 min read

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Help! I Don’t Have Any References for Job Applications

By Elizabeth Muenzen, Career Advice WriterUpdated: Oct 6, 20238 min read

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What is a Professional Reference and How Can it Help You Secure a Job?

By Elizabeth Muenzen, Career Advice WriterUpdated: Sep 4, 202312 min read

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