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Tips and Strategies for Starting a Small Business
People assume that you need undivided attention, thousands of ideas, contacts, and an unending supply of materials in order to establish a small business. Have you ever considered establishing your own small business but believed it would be impossible to balance work...
Why Professional Communication Should be a Priority for Young Professionals
Today’s workplace is most definitely not the same one that was the norm three years ago. Having faced a pandemic, generational shift of workers and technological advances, the world of "adulting" looks much different. For young professionals, this also means that what...
March Alum Spotlight: Nick Valego
Nick Valego, an alumnus of 1893 Brand Studio’s Campaigns team, is now a strategist at Wunderman Thompson Health – a global marketing and communications agency in New York City. Valego, who is originally from Gastonia, N.C., came to UNC-Chapel Hill in 2017 to pursue a...
How to Grow Your Emotional Intelligence and Stand Out in the Job Search
In the fast-paced post-COVID market that has erupted, it’s important to develop and focus on emotional intelligence that will set you apart from your competitors and help you stand out as a leader. Here is how you can work on developing your emotional intelligence:...
Tips on How to Ace a Job Interview
In today’s competitive job market, acing a job interview has become more important than ever. Companies are looking to hire employees who not only look great on a resume, but are also professional and exceptional in person. Interviews are often candidates’ best shot...
February Alum Spotlight: Molly Looman
A thriving community of young professionals doing impactful work that moves the line for local clients; that’s what 1893 Brand Studio is now, but how’d we get here? So many students have walked through our doors, leaving behind legacies that...
Six Soft Skills for Young Professionals to Find Success in Today’s Job Market
In our competitive marketplace, it has become more important than ever for young professionals to stand out. You must demonstrate to employers that you have the malleability to understand new complexities, perspectives and opportunities as they arise. As a result,...
How to Approach Networking on LinkedIn (College Student Edition)
Given the spike in competitiveness on the current job market, it is all the more important for graduating college seniors to leverage LinkedIn during their job search as much as they can. As much as 85% of jobs are filled through networking, and 70% of...
Six Ways To Set Yourself Apart From the Competition as a Young Professional
Standing out in your first job can seem like a daunting task. From the second you walk into your interview, it’s important to make a good first impression. Luckily, we have some simple tips on finding your edge and expressing your interest that will make you an...
Case Study: The Helium Agency
By Lilly Behbehani Helium Agency Background Helium Agency is a Durham-based full-service sports marketing agency specializing in content strategy, custom publishing, digital marketing and advertising solutions. Helium Agency helps its customers build...