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Preparing for and Tracking Learnings from Informational Interviews

You think you know what field you want to pursue after college. You think this because you know some of the things you like and some of the things you don’t like. But you don’t have any direct experience nor... Read More

What is Self-Efficacy and Why Does It Matter in Achieving Your Goals?

We often hear of the importance of “confidence” – being sure about our abilities, qualities, and ideas. But what if we trust ourselves in some areas and not in others? Does this mean we don’t have confidence? Is confidence binary... Read More

Addressing Common Student Fears and the Student Role in a Coaching Partnership

Two common fears college students mention prior to entering a coaching or mentoring relationship are: 1) not being able to build a genuine connection/relationship, and 2) not wanting to be judged. These two fears are interrelated. A Ted Talk by... Read More

Founder’s Message September 2021

Our partnerships are expanding! This fall marks our third cohort of students who are recruited from the Steppingstone Foundation and our first cohort of students from the Student Support Services Program (SSSP) at Brandeis University. We are now interviewing the... Read More

Key Attributes Employers Seek on Students’ Resumes

The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) surveys employers to understand what they focus on when reviewing candidates’ resumes. NACE’s Job Outlook 2021 survey found that nearly 8 out of 10 employers look for problem-solving skills and the ability... Read More