PsyVocational Blog

PsyVocational is not just a blog, it is your go-to resource for professional development tips and information tailored specifically for undergraduate students and new graduates in psychology. Whether you're navigating your academic journey or preparing to step into the workplace, we're here to support and empower you every step of the way. You can expect career guidance, practical tips, interviews with psychology professionals, and more! Welcome to a community that understands your aspirations, appreciates your journey, and is committed to helping you thrive in the world of psychology. 

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Interesting in contributing to the PsyVocational Blog?

We are excited to invite you to contribute to our community by submitting blog posts that align with our mission of supporting the growth and success of aspiring professionals in the field of psychology. Here are the expectations for blog post submissions:

Relevance to our Audience: Ensure that your blog post is tailored to the interests and needs of undergraduate students and recent graduates pursuing careers in psychology. Topics should focus on professional development, career advice, and relevant insights to help them navigate the early stages of their careers.

Clear and Concise Writing: Write in a clear, concise, and accessible manner. Aim for a conversational tone that resonates with our target audience. Break down complex concepts into digestible information and use examples to illustrate your points.

Practical Tips and Actionable Insights: Offer practical tips, actionable insights, or tangible advice that readers can apply to enhance their professional development. Share personal experiences, case studies, or success stories that can inspire and guide our audience.

Formatting and Structure: Format your blog post for easy readability. Use subheadings, bullet points, and short paragraphs to break up the text. Include visuals like images or infographics when relevant to enhance comprehension. Please ensure visuals are accompanied by alternative text to make images screen reader accessible.

Word Count: Aim for a word count between 800 to 1,500 words. This range allows for a comprehensive exploration of the topic without overwhelming our readers.

Inclusive Language: Use inclusive language to ensure that your content is accessible and welcoming to individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Submission Process: Submit your blog post in a Word document or Google Docs format to Ruth Walker at ruth-walker@utc.edu. Include a brief author bio and a high-resolution headshot.

Review Process: Our editorial team will review submissions for relevance, quality, and adherence to our guidelines. We may provide feedback for revisions if necessary.

Author Attribution: We will credit you as the author of the blog post and include a brief bio along with links to your professional profiles or social media accounts.

We look forward to receiving your submissions and appreciate your contribution to PsyVocational. Together, let's empower the next generation of psychology professionals on their journey to success!

“It’s traditional at graduation to offer neat, packaged stories of triumph over difficulties. But life isn’t like that — it’s open-ended, subject to a million contingencies and constant change. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t make plans. But it does mean you should be alert to all the changes in the world and in yourself that could render your plan suddenly obsolete, unattractive or perverse. Be open to change. Be prepared to experiment. Take risks. Keep learning. Make your life your own.” 

Margaret Heffernan