What are employers really asking when they ask you about your weaknesses?

There are several common questions that you can expect anytime you are invited to interview for a job. One of the most daunting is, “What is your weakness?”

How do you answer this one? You probably don’t want to point …

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Can I Apply for CPT or OPT If The Job is Related to My Minor?

Can I apply for CPT or OPT if the job is related to my minor? This is a common question for international students exploring internships or job opportunities in the US under F-1 work authorization.

While CPT (Curricular Practical Training) …

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Get a Work Permit for the UK Without a Job Offer

Dreaming of launching your career in the UK but don’t have a job offer yet? Don’t worry—you’re not out of options. If you’ve recently graduated from a top university, the UK’s High Potential Individual (HPI) visa could be your ticket …

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How to Build a Board-Ready Reputation in Your 30s

By your 30s, you’ve probably started gaining momentum in your career. You’ve made big decisions, learned from a few mistakes, and maybe even began mentoring others. But to be board-ready, you must do more than just work hard.

You need …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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5 Email Response Management Tools Every Professional Should Know About

As an HR professional or recruiter, email can either be your best productivity ally or your biggest bottleneck. Between responding to candidate queries, sending interview feedback, and coordinating internal communication, the email volume can get overwhelming.

So, how can you …

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The ‘Hour-a-Day’ Job Hunt Routine That Works

Job searching can easily feel like a full-time job. Some days, you’re firing off applications in rapid bursts; other days, you barely send one. There are times you’ll spend hours glued to your screen, scrolling through job boards and LinkedIn, …

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Featured Classes

Course Registration 101

Registration must be done online through the myIIT portal system. The schedule of courses can be accessed through the myIIT portal. The following…

Introduction To The Profession (ITP)

Introduction to the Profession (ITP) is a course that every Illinois Tech student takes during their first semester. Each academic…

COM 545: Academic Writing

Taught by Dr. Hannah Ringler
This course familiarizes graduate students with both reading and writing academic texts across disciplines. Students will practice reading, analyzing, and…

Salesforce Foundations: Building Apps – Is It for You?

Are you wanting to register for the Salesforce Foundations: Building Apps course, but are not sure how it fits in…

Networking & Outreach

Utilize practical exercises and advice from successful professionals to grow your network, build your professional community, represent your organization, and…

Clarifying Expectations

What questions do you need to ask to get the job done correctly? Improve your ability to communicate with your…

Goal Setting

Setting relevant and precise goals is a recipe for career success—but where do you start? Learn how to choose which…

Giving & Receiving Feedback

Feedback is a two-way street — this course helps prepare you to thoughtfully give and receive constructive feedback with team…

LinkedIn Overview

Learn how to harness all of LinkedIn’s features in order to optimize your job search, expand your network, and maximize…

Informational Interviews

Careers aren’t built alone! Informational interviews are a key tool in your professional toolbelt: learn how to leverage the peers…

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Explore the essential roles and functions you’ll be collaborating with at top companies, then dive into best practices for leading…

Requesting Time Off

Nervous about requesting time off from work? Not sure how to ask your manager? Get the essential information and templates…

Presentations

Improve your ability to communicate big ideas to clients, teams, and execs by honing your presentation skills! Gain access to…

Cover Letters

When used correctly, a cover letter can be a valuable companion to your resume. This course will provide the samples…

Interviewing

Prepare to ace the interview! Dive into interview fundamentals, secrets to making a great first impression on employers, and how…

Professional Writing & Organization

Take a deep dive into the unspoken dos and don’ts of professional communication with coworkers, customers, managers, and more! Then,…

Presence & Professionalism

Whether you’re in the office, joining a remote meeting, or attending a work event, how you show up matters! Demystify…

Getting to Know Your Manager & Team

Navigating a new workplace is a challenge. Start your new role with confidence by asking the right questions on (and…

Hiring Process & Offer Evaluation

Upgrade your hire-ability by demystifying the hiring process from application to offer.

Resumes

Get seen by employers and put your best foot forward in the application process by unlocking key hacks and tips…