Make Quick Cash On Campus

Almost every college student has endured the struggle of what we call maintaing money. Whether you don't have time for a part time job or can't find any money making opportunities, maintaining money while in school isn't always the easiest. There are so many ways to earn quick cash on campus that students don't even know about. Sometimes all it takes is to be creative! Check out these 5 ways you can make quick cash on campus!

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1. Become a Tutor

Although everyone may not have the experience and expertise to tutor someone on a specific topic, you might be qualified to tutor your own peers and may not even know it! Studies show the best way to learn something is to teach someone else. Pick a subject you really enjoy and find out how you can become a tutor on your campus. Not only will you get paid but it will also be a great experience to put on your resume.

2. On-Campus Job
There are many on campus jobs that are flexible with class schedules. From a Resident Assistant to a receptionist in the student center, the opportunities are endless. There are more jobs on campus for students than you think. Find out what student jobs your school has to offer.

3. Sell Old Textbooks
Once the semester is over and your done taking that dreadful english class, what can you do with your books? Sell Them! Often times your school bookstore will buy back old textbooks that are new or used. You don't have to resort to just your school book store. Try selling your books online on websites like Amazon.com or Ebay.com. You may even get more money for what the book is worth!

4. Note Taker
Believe it or not, you can make money just by taking notes! Sounds easy, right? Many schools pay their students to take notes for another student who has a disability. You have to take notes for your class anyway so why not help someone in need too!

5. Provide Student Services 
Sometimes if you want to make money you have to be creative. Ever think about having a laundry service for students on campus? How about a cleaning service? Find your inner entrepreneur spirit and create your own business on campus that students will enjoy!

What are some ways you like to make money on campus? Comment your money making ideas!

Stay Fabulous and Sassy!

xo,
Nastaja 

Let's Talk Business: Résumé Do's and Don'ts

So you've had some work experience, done some extracurricular activities and made some great achievements, but how can you fit so much information on one single document? You're résumé is basically you're professional identity so it's important that you sell yourself to employers the right way. Check out these do's and dont's on how to successfully catch an employer's eye.

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 DO create a résumé that has a simple format. A simple font, proper spacing and appropriate arrangement makes a resume easier for a recruiter to read.

DON'T make your résumé look too "busy". Weird fonts and odd spacing make the résumé unpleasant to read and can often be rejected by recruiters right away. Also, make sure you proof read! Very important that your résumé is typo free!

DO include your name, address, PROFESSIONAL email and phone number in the heading of your résumé. Providing this information will help recruiters to easily contact you if interested in your qualifications. 

DON'T put unnecessary personal information. This includes your race, age, a photograph of yourself or your social security number. This information will not help you gain your future job and does not provide good use in what you really have to offer for the position. 

DO include a thorough objective. Clearly stating an objective that includes the position you are applying for or career objective that you have shows that you are primarily focusing on the employer's needs. Make sure it is clear, concise and no more than 3 lines.

DON'T include an objective that is vague and not specific. Make sure when applying for jobs that you change your objective according to the position. For example, you don't want to your objective to say "A teller position at _____ bank..." if you're applying for a receptionist job at another company. Embarrassing! 

DO include your college name, your major/field of study and your anticipated graduation month and year in the education section. This is very essential for employers to know your skills and level of education.

DON'T incorporate your GPA if it is not too impressive. A low GPA will show your lack of work ethic and will not be a good look in showing your best qualifications.

DO list your work experience in chronological order. It will look much better if you put your most recent job first to see what jobs you've been doing while attending school.

DON'T list any jobs that will not benefit your chances of gaining the position. You don't have to put EVERY single job that you've held. Most likely that job you had working at a fast food restaurant in high school will not be an asset in gaining that accounting internship. This is only acceptable if you don't have too much work experience, then it is better to show that you've held a couple jobs.

While these are amongst many do's and don'ts of résumé writing, it is important that you display yourself in the most professional way possible. Display your most important qualities and show recruiters that you have the skills and education to gain the position.

What are some important do's and don'ts that you think are most important when creating your résumé? Share your thoughts by commenting below!

Stay fabulous and sassy!

Career Path: How to Banish Your Major Problems

Choosing a major and actually sticking with it can be a challenge. For some of the freshman coming into college you might be thinking, "How can I know what I want to do for the rest of my life in such a short amount of time?!" Although it may seem difficult, it is not impossible. There is a career for everyone! All it really takes is some self evaluation and thinking about your goals for your future. So try asking yourself these 3 questions to give yourself an idea on what major is perfect for you.

What are my academic interests? Think about those subjects you were really good at in high school. You're academic interests can gear you into the right direction. For example, if you really enjoyed your math classes then think about majors that involve crunching numbers such as Finance or Engineering. We're you really interested by the topics in your history class? Think about majoring in Anthropology or Political Science! The possibilities are endless. The most important thing is that your major is something you enjoy and interests you!

What environment do I work best in? This question can not only help you figure out what major is best for you but also what kind of career you would like to have. If you are the kind of person that likes to work individually think about majors such as Computer Science or Accounting where you are mainly focusing on your own tasks. If you are looking for a career that will help you meet new people and interract with others, think about the Education field where you can interact with students or even Criminology. Thinking about your best working environment can help you decide what major is best for you.

Do I see myself working in this field in the future? It's safe to say that if you do not see yourself working in that field for at least 5 years, then that major is definitely not for you. You spend a lot of money and hard work in college so why waste it on a degree that you wouldn't use? Choose a major that involves a career you see yourself working longterm. Although there may be many careers within the major you choose, make sure they involve opportunities for you to grow in that field.

The most important thing is that your major is something you love to do. It is better to sit down and think about what major you want to choose than changing your major 4 times within your college career. The best way to figure out which field is best for you is experience! Ask your friends what their majors are and why it interests them. Their opinion can definitely influence yours! You can even choose an elective to see if that field fascinates you! Also, contact your academic advisor to help guide you on what majors are right for you.

What is your major and why did you choose it? Let us know by commenting below!

Stay fabulous and sassy!


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