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From the Bench and Bedside to the Boardrooms (How to transition from academia into consulting, Part 1 of 2)

Tom Spencer

One of the hardest parts of the application process, especially for those coming from an academic background is putting together a strong business style resume. Below are a handful of tips to assist in transitioning your academic resume into a consulting resume: Keep it to 1 page. Focus on results (ideally quantifiable ones).

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Job Hub: Tesla Motors Jobs and Culture

Management Consulted

Tesla Motors first gained widespread attention following its production of the Tesla Roadster, the first fully electric sports car. After submitting your initial application with your resume/CV, cover letter, and other supporting documents, HR typically will respond to your application within a few days. Starbucks Jobs and Culture.

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How Military Veterans Can Turn Their Skills into a Corporate Career

Harvard Business

’” Today, Chris is leveraging his military and leadership experience running a startup operation within a larger company that specializes in security consulting for major sports arenas and convention centers. He tried tech, finance, and real estate — all to no avail. But recognize that your first job may not be a fit.

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From STEM PhD to Federal Consulting: An Interview with Josh

Management Consulted

Well, I grew up in Bethesda, MD, and attended the University of Vermont in Burlington, VT for – BS (finance), MS (nutritional sciences), and PhD (cell and molecular biology). The University of Vermont had a strong sports nutrition program and I decided to go back to school and learn how to be a better athlete.

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How to Beat Mid-Career Malaise

Harvard Business

.” It could be that you need to seek self-worth and life satisfaction outside of work — perhaps through your family or faith, a charity you support, or a project, hobby, or sport you’re passionate about. Finances were a consideration. And yet James also reflected on his good fortune and stage in life.

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FTI Consulting Interviews and Culture

Management Consulted

The FTI Technology practice played a substantial role in the Major League Baseball steroids investigation that both news and sports casters covered religiously. They did much of the work piecing together Mr. FTI Consulting has 5 areas of expertise, but excels in Forensic & Litigation Consulting and Corporate Finance/Restructuring.

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Shutting Down Your Business Gracefully

Harvard Business

Home Run Media, a media agency that helped its clients plan and carry out their marketing strategies, had been operating for more than a decade when a key client in the fantasy sports industry began to grow rapidly, thanks in part to Home Run’s work and to a healthy dose of venture capital that was fueling its growth. He wanted out.

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