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56 articles
Mind the gap: Why it’s good to take some time off
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“Life begins at the end of your comfort zone” – Neale Donald WalschTaking the step from high school ...

Why taking unpaid leave may be the best thing you ever did – and how to best spend it
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It can be truly hard to slow down. But anyone who has spent years at work knows that doing just that...

How to give a great presentation: 10 easy and effective tips
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Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an intern or a student, giving a presentation can be a stres...

EF Talks: Louise on how to have an international career that you love
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This Q&A is part of a special series of interviews with successful, internationally minded profe...

10 reasons to take a “smart vacation”
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If you’re a young professional in today’s fast-paced world, you know that work doesn’t stop at the o...

EF Talks: Matt on how to find a career that makes you truly happy
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This Q&A is part of a special series of interviews with successful, internationally-minded profe...

10 reasons to take a gap year now
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gap year _(_gæp jɪr)nounan amazing way to win at lifea period – often before, during or after univer...

Q&A with EF Global Intern Maria Chiara
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A native of pretty Padova in Northern Italy, Maria is a cookbook enthusiast and wannabe interior des...

5 dream internships you wish you had
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Taking your first steps into the workplace can be a challenge, and it’s made much easier when you ge...

EF Talks: James Mandl – How important is fluency to getting the job?
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The suggestion that speaking multiple languages fluently is good for your career has been around for...

How to improve your LinkedIn profile: 11 tips
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You’re ready to take your career to the next level – and LinkedIn is one of the best tools around to...

Avoid these 10 mistakes when working internationally
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When working abroad or in teams with people from all over the world, it’s absolutely essential to re...