Skills we give a lot of attention to tend to transform more than areas we give less emphasis. As an employer, focusing on your employees’ weaknesses could lead to developing more weak areas instead of generating new strengths. Knowing how to create high quality...
5 Benefits of Hiring Local Interns Working with local interns is beneficial for any brand, for a number of many reasons. While building your brand, you’re going to have the opportunity to mentor an intern, give back to the industry that’s brought you so...
The Career Development Department at F.I.R.S.T. Institute ensures you’re ready for entry-level employment upon completing your program. It was designed to help students prepare to begin their job searches after graduation. Every Career Development team member works...
Meet Alfonso Alvarez, Director of Career Development at F.I.R.S.T. Institute in Orlando, FL. Interestingly enough, he started off wanting to be a Miami rapper as a teen. So, he and his friends opened up their own independent record label, right out of high school....
One of the fuels known to accelerate success is networking. It’s been known to help boost careers in every industry. When you improve your networking skills, you get the chance to learn directly from the professionals you meet. You’ll also benefit from growing your...
As a graduate of F.I.R.S.T. Institute, you already have the education you need to land a new job in your industry. Whether you plan to work for a large corporation or small business or work as a freelancer, you’ll need certain tools to help you succeed in the digital...