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5-11-2024

Mastering Your CV: 15 Unwritten Rules and 9 Common Pitfalls

Your CV is more than just a summary of your career; it's a personal marketing tool designed to land you an interview. Crafting an effective CV requires a delicate balance of highlighting your achievements while avoiding common pitfalls....
Career blogs
22-10-2024

Starting your own business; what to consider?

For a lot of people starting their own company is a daunting experience, especially in the current economic climate where funding is hard to get. On the other hand if you succeed in starting your company now, it can only get better when...
Career blogs
8-10-2024

Unlocking the power of networking

Unlocking the power of networking Many of us are not born as natural networkers. The term ‘networking’ alone can be an immediate turn-off, and can be dismissed as a waste of time. But why is networking so difficult for many? Is it...
Career blogs
24-09-2024

Using social media to find a job

Using social media in a job search is often recommended, but how effective is this really? And what are the do’s and don’ts when using social media to find a job? There are two main ways in which networking on social media sites can...
Career tools
10-09-2024

Hidden costs of doing a PhD

Hidden costs of doing a PhD Join Suzanne van Wouw and Jayron Habibe in this podcast on the hidden costs of doing a PhD! In this eye-opening discussion, they dive deep into the untold story of pursuing a PhD. ‍ ‍ Ever...
Career blogs
27-08-2024

Overview of the Life Science hubs in the Netherlands

Introduction The Netherlands, known for its rich history in science and innovation, is rapidly becoming a leading player in the biotech industry. This article offers a brief overview of the biotech clusters in the Netherlands and their...
Career blogs
13-08-2024

Soft skills – how to showcase them on your CV

Skills can be divided into 'hard skills' and 'soft skills'. The 'hard skills' are easier to define and control because they are measurable. With 'soft skills' it is a bit more complicated. But don't be afraid, in this blog article we...
Career blogs Career tools
22-07-2024

How to deal with disappointment when you are chasing your dreams and how to find the courage to try again

To start something new, do something scary or go for something you truly want, you need hope. Hope is the fuel that drives you into action, that allows you to move forward even when it is uncomfortable or scary. Without hope we would...
Career blogs
16-07-2024

Career orientation tool for Life Science students and professionals

Are you a student or a young professional? This orientation tool will guide you in your future study and career choices. This instrument uses your acquired knowledge and soft skills to determine your profile. This is matched to study...
Career blogs
2-07-2024

How to convince employers if you have a non-traditional education path

Where you used to have to read physical manuals and books to master certain skills, things have changed a bit since the rise of the internet. One simple search on YouTube or Google and you will find videos and articles from experts who...

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