6 Bad Reasons to Choose a Grad Program

6 Bad Reasons to Choose a Grad Program

People often choose careers on the flimsiest basis. Because their Dad was one. Because they like the idea of wearing a suit or a wig. Or because they can’t think of anything else. So how do you know if you are picking a career for the wrong reasons? Choosing a...
What You Can Do with a PPE Degree

What You Can Do with a PPE Degree

Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE), otherwise known as the blagger’s degree. Or is it? In the UK, students have traditionally majored in one subject. When I finished PPE, I felt like I’d spent three years not really mastering anything – except...
How to Write a Winning Motivation Letter

How to Write a Winning Motivation Letter

You may have the grades and the experience. But do you ever wonder why you didn’t make the cut? Sometimes motivation letters are what really sets you apart from other candidates; both for work and a university application. That’s why we at Start Me Up highly emphasize...
How to Start a Business After University

How to Start a Business After University

“Talk with more experienced entrepreneurs and be proactive. Go to meetups and don’t be afraid to talk about and test your ideas.” Benjamin Touboul, Founder NUSApack As a child, Benjamin had a plan. He would be an inventor. So he was disappointed to discover there were...
In Defense of Early Career Risks

In Defense of Early Career Risks

“Taking risks worked out well for me. When you’re young you can take bigger risks career-wise. As you get older, it gets trickier.” 25-year old Arnas Goldberg didn’t take a conventional route. So it’s little surprise that he doesn’t do a conventional job. After...
Career Advice For Polymaths

Career Advice For Polymaths

“Find a thing you like and do it. Figure out what people have paid you for in the past and where that intersects with what you like. Make a list of those things and pick one that speaks to you.” Michael Burns is a professional writer, copywriter, storyteller, and...
Why Historians Make Good Programmers

Why Historians Make Good Programmers

Think you have to study computer science to a decent programmer? Think again. Check out Start Me Up’s Coding Bootcamp and Software Engineering Internships. Jenny Ho, a British software developer did a BA and a Masters in History before becoming a full-time...
8 Ways to Build Your Resume at University

8 Ways to Build Your Resume at University

With the rise of the internet and online applications there are are hundreds, maybe even thousands, of people applying for the same job. This can make landing your dream job nearly impossible. The key is to figure out how you can stand out from the crowd of students...