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Before Day 1: Taking Advantage of the In-Between

Tom Spencer

Rather, if you find that you have some additional time before starting your first job post-graduation or even in-between your first and second jobs, these suggestions might provide some ideas on how to best utilize it. With your new-found free time upon securing a job, consider learning a new skill or two. Learn a New Skill.

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3 Ways to Get More Done Right Now

Harvard Business

When I need to get something done in a hurry, I use three time management tactics to maximize my available time and sharpen my focus. I had limited time to record my next project, a jazz opera about the European financial crisis, or I risked having to wait several months to find a date that worked for the musicians and studio.

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The Right Way to Check Someone’s References

Harvard Business

After all, she says, the goal with any reference check is to “go beyond simply verifying facts” on a resume. If Richard was hired, he was going to work remotely at least part of the time, and several team members wanted to learn more about Richard’s time management and organizational skills.