We tend to ignore our energy levels when planning our work, but it's a major player in productivity. Everyone's energy spikes at different times—we each have our own built-in body clock called a circadian rhythm.

If you know you're most productive right before lunch, for instance, don't pla...

Find out as much as much as you can about those fields and reach out to personal contacts in those sectors for informational interviews. 

A good source of contacts for informational interviewers is your college alumni career network. LinkedIn is another great resource for finding con...

Not looking away from the computer doesn’t translate into productivity. A good way to boost your motivation throughout the day is to take small exercise breaks.

You can do anything from stretches to treadmill runs, just to get your blood flowing and boost your brain function by movin...