Fall 2023 Job Market Update (log in to view)

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Overview
The overall job market is strong despite cooling in the Tech and Consulting sectors in the past year. While companies along the “highway” (those that engage in large-scale recruiting activities) may not deliver the same volume of hiring for …

By Mark Newhall
Mark Newhall Director, Employer Relations & Recruiting

Writing the Code: 2nd Annual Networking & the Game of Golf

On September 24, 2023, we hosted the Writing the Code: 2nd Annual Networking & the Game of Golf! The rain did not dampen the enthusiasm of more than 60 student golfers, alumni, faculty, MIT Sloan Office of DEI, and staff …

By MIT Sloan CDO
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MFin Career Question of the Week: How can I follow up with MFin Networking Night contacts?

How can I follow up with MFin Networking Night contacts?

We witnessed so many of you engaging in great conversations with industry reps, and with the amazing MFin alumni who returned with their companies to talk with you! To continue …

By MIT Sloan CDO
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The Lowdown with Professors Lo and Rigobon: Follow Up (Video & Slides)

Thank you for joining us for The Lowdown with Professors Lo and Rigobon: Making Sense of Financial Markets, the Global Economy and Career Strategies in Turbulent Times. A huge thank you to Professors Lo and Rigobon for sharing their expertise …

By MIT Sloan CDO
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Using ChatGPT to Perform a Skills Gap Analysis

By Carrie Cabezas and Samantha McGurgan

What is a skills gap analysis, and why does it matter? 

A key aspect of your MIT Sloan journey is bridging gaps that may exist between your current capabilities and the requirements of your …

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The Challenges of Networking as an Executive

Herminia Ibarra and Spish Rurak | Harvard Business Review | September 5, 2023

Look online at any of the thousands of articles available on the challenges of networking for a job, and you’ll find that 100% of them give advice on how …

By Aliya March
Aliya March CDO Assistant
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MFin Career Question of the Week: How do I get cover letter writing support?

How do I get cover letter writing support?

A cover letter is your opportunity to convince an employer that you will be a great fit for the position. Similar to writing a resume, it’s important to tailor your content to …

By MIT Sloan CDO
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6 Rules for Communicating With Executives

Lea McLeod | The Muse | 8/31/2023

The first time I made a presentation to an executive team, I quickly realized it wasn’t business as usual. There was a different energy in the room. It was intense, efficient, and expectant. No one …

By MIT Sloan CDO
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How to Boost Your Optimism

Jordan Stark | Next Step Partners

Let’s face it, the last several years have been difficult. Covid, and all of its knock-on effects, the climate crisis, culture wars, and concerns around AI have all made it difficult for many of us …

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10 Most Common Leadership Styles and Their Pros and Cons in 2023

Kat Boogaard | The Muse | 9/11/2023

When we think about different types of leaders, it’s tempting to group them into just two categories: good and bad. Maybe there was that former boss who made you feel supported and inspired. And maybe …

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3 Ways Career Changers Can Use ChatGPT to Identify and Convey Transferable Skills on a Resume

By Sumayya Essack and Maggie Luo
For career changers, a key task is to be able to communicate on your resume the transferable skills you bring to the table. This helps recruiters and hiring managers see that while you …

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