Cat Miller
Articles by Cat Miller
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How to Seem Confident in an Interview, Even If You Aren’t
When it comes to communicating, there is a potentially huge difference between what we actually say and how it comes across. Our message comes across as 7 percent verbal, 38 percent vocal, and 55 percent body l… -
How to Behave After You've Landed the Job
You know that old expression, “a new broom sweeps clean?” Anything brand new will do the job well….in the beginning. But eventually, that broom might get a little comfortable or complacent and start to miss a s… -
4 Not-So-Obvious Interview Basics
They say the way to gauge the skill of a trained chef is not by their hollandaise sauce, it’s by the egg that goes with it. What am I talking about? Here’s the connection: Today’s advice is not about your holla… -
When Do You Remove College Details From Your Resume?
Whether you want to appear qualified for a large number of jobs maximize the chances of your resume getting past scanning software, listing every tech-related experience you’ve ever had can be tempting. But par… -
5 Ways to Evaluate a Company During an Interview
Interviews aren't just for companies to evaluate you -- they're also your chance to decide if the company is someplace you'd like to be. Look out for these things during your interview to get a sense of the emp… -
Ask Cat: Job Hunting Tips for Students and Recent Grads
Cat Miller answers questions from college students and recent grads on getting hired for internships and first jobs, including how to land an internship out of state, how to deal with "entry-level" job postings… -
How to Construct an Unbeatable Cover Letter
Your cover letter is the first communication you make with a potential employer. It's your first impression, so it better be a good one. Here's how to write a cover letter that will impress both HR and hiring m… -
How to Answer 'Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years?'
Interviewers often ask candidates where they see themselves in 5 years. But asking a common question doesn't mean they're looking for a cliché answer. Here's a look at what the question's meant to evaluate, so… -
How to Answer 'What's Your Biggest Weakness?'
"What's your biggest weakness?" is a common interview question, but a tricky one. Choose something too critical and the interviewer may be concerned about your ability to do the job. But say something too minor… -
5 Tips for Computer Science Freshmen
Starting college is a big adjustment for anyone, but it can be especially daunting for CS majors. After all, they're jumping into a tough curriculum that's very different from the work they did in high school.…