The sooner someone applies for a job opening at Collegewise, the better their chances of being hired. Obviously, the longer someone waits, the more likely that job will be filled by the time they apply. But there’s a second, more subtle reason for the early advantage, one that can also benefit applicants at some colleges. […]

“Talk to me for a long time about something you don’t really care about.” “Tell me what you think I want to hear—it doesn’t’ have to be the truth.” “Your accomplishments encapsulate you, so let’s hear about them. Nothing else.” “Sell yourself to me. I want to hear your pitch.” “If you’ve made mistakes, please […]