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It’s also an opportunity to faithfully showcase the gifts and skills God has given you to potential employers. Use these tips to stay organized, stand out, and stay positive.  \n1. GET FOCUSED  \n• Clarify your career goals and the types of roles you are targeting  \n• Build a list of job titles and keywords to guide your search  \n“Marketing Coordinator,” “Lab Assistant,” “Teaching Fellow”  \n• Set weekly goals: number of applications, outreach efforts, and follow-ups  \n2. 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FOLLOW UP  \n• Send a thank-you email within 24 hours of your interview  \n• Keep track of applications, deadlines, and contacts in a spreadsheet  \n• Maintain a clean and positive online presence—review your social media  \nFinally, reach out to Career Services, peers and mentors for support!  \n[Regent University Career Services | regent.edu/cs | 757.352.4926 | cs@regent.edu](Regent University Career Services | regent.edu/cs | 757.352.4926 | cs@regent.edu)","cbCaicFSQEst7ABg","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaicFSQEst7ABg","pdf",69973,"English","# Job Search Tips - A Focused & Confident Approach\n## 1. Get Focused\n## 2. Customize Your Documents\n## 3. Prepare for the Interview\n## 4. 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