An increasing number of people are “going green” recently, and one group that really could use some change are college students. There are a variety of ideas of how someone can help the environment, obviously you can’t do all of them but taking on one at a time you will help reduce your individual carbon footprint and become an example for others. Most people don’t change because they are either lazy or uninformed. Continue reading →

In the present post-credit crisis world, where small businesses and other reputable firms are still finding it difficult to secure loans and credit, credit companies are still inundating college campuses with marketing material, practically begging students to apply for a credit card. In the past, free T-shirts, food, or other items were offered simply for a student’s signature on an application. Continue reading →

There are several reasons why wearing eyeglasses to an interview could be a wise move, whether you need them to correct your vision or not. According to a recent study by the British College of Optometrists, 43% of adults believe eyeglasses make the person wearing them look more intelligent, and one third think people with glasses look more professional. Continue reading →

I have learned over the course of my college career that almost more important than choosing a major is choosing a roommate. A college roommate is like the shoes you choose to run a marathon in. If it’s a good fit, you are bound for success and a sense of accomplishment at the end. If there is constant friction or the shoes are of low quality, you can expect pain and blisters the whole way. Continue reading →

After 9 months of coming and going as you please, doing what you want, when you want, moving back home can certainly cramp your style. Your parents are still the king and queen of the castle and it might be hard to find your place at home again. Here are our best tips to survive a summer at home. Continue reading →

Over the last 12 years, I have successfully placed hundreds of employees in new careers and realized early on in that I couldn’t send out candidates to interviews without properly coaching. Case in point: I had a great candidate with an excellent background, an accountant, who I sent to one of my clients for an interview. When he reviewed her resume he wanted to meet her right away. Continue reading →

Graduating college is no easy feat. A college degree requires hours of study and dedication and it’s nothing to be taken lightly. Now that it is Graduation time, let that scholar of yours know just how awesome a job they’ve done by giving them a gift to remember. Here are our top picks for grad gifts: Continue reading →

You may have noticed our fabulous Career Experts page which features professionals from various different careers. Our experts regularly blog about valuable information for college students. To welcome our experts, we will periodically feature a get to know you Q&A. Today we’re spotlighting Charles Trapunski, a tutor from Toronto, Canada whose job involves helping students reach their full potential. Continue reading →

Most of us can attest to the fact that stress is reaching epidemic proportions in modern society. Balancing work, family, health, money, church, etc. is a challenge that many of us feel ill equipped to face. Eighty percent of the doctor visits in our country are stress related. Our quality of life and health is largely determined by how we adapt and relate to daily stressors. Excessive stress not only takes its toll on our bodies, it strips the joy out of life, and suppresses our creative instincts. Without physical health, joy, and creativity, life is scarcely worth living. Dissolving stress is certainly possible but takes a commitment to making lifestyle choices that creates balance throughout our lives. Continue reading →

Recently I’ve been reading through New York interior designer Jill Vegas’s Speed Decorating book, gleaning ideas for dorm decorating for college students. If your dorm room needs a face lift, look no further. Continue reading →