Written on August 11, 2011 by Jennifer Armitstead
Adding to Interview Skills 101: Part 1, here’s a look at what the company is looking for during the interview. At the end of the day, you may never really know what the manager is looking for when meeting with the candidates. But, if you’re better prepared for the conversation, you should be able to find out more in the interview. Continue reading →
Written on August 10, 2011 by Jennifer Armitstead
Funny comic, isn’t it? Reminder of how important it is to be clear about your skills during an interview… Particularly because you never know how the manager is deciphering what you tell him. In today’s economy, people want any job … Continue reading →
Written on August 3, 2011 by Rafe Gomez
Being stuck in a bad job can wreak havoc on your psychological health. However, the resulting misery can be dramatically reduced if you think of your awful job as an unfortunate, yet necessary, part of a long-term strategy to improve your employment situation. In other words, while you’re suffering, keep looking. And until the right opportunity opens up, here’s the upside of having a job, even if it’s a lousy job. Continue reading →
Written on July 29, 2011 by Classy Career Girl
Ready for some on the job training from Classy Career Gal? Here are 4 mistakes that women make at the office from a recent article in Oprah Magazine that we all need to be aware of including taking a back seat, doing too much for free, and treating other women like enemies. Read more here! Continue reading →
Written on July 28, 2011 by Tim Funk
While I was toying with the idea of majoring in information systems, I spoke with someone who graduated from the same program I did. He said, if I want to see how the industry is, get a part time job in this field. I took this advice and got a job for a local IT firm with honestly zero experience. Lucky for me, it was the best decision I have made in my professional career so far. Continue reading →
Written on July 27, 2011 by Sarah Ward
Earlier this year, I heard Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg speak at Brigham Young University and one of my biggest takeaways from his presentation was this: “Most people have something that they’re super passionate about, and I would just encourage you guys to find that thing.” But why not take your hobby, your love and turn it into a career? Here are some steps you can take to kickstart your hobbyist career. Continue reading →
Written on July 26, 2011 by Tracy Brisson
There’s constant debate in the blogosphere about internships and whether college students should take unpaid internships. But the reality is that the recession changed the structure of jobs in our country and as a result, there are few paid internships available these days. The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) reported in 2010 that students who had internships earned approximately $11,000 more when they graduated compared to those who didn’t have internships. What is a budding professional with limited means expected to do? Continue reading →
Written on July 20, 2011 by Eric Clark
Recently I was inspired by a tweet by My Colleges and Careers about teachers and how they make a difference in people’s lives. Regardless of how I feel when I wake up in the morning, I am always excited to enter my classroom and teach. Today I wanted to share my top four reasons why you should consider becoming a teacher. Continue reading →
Written on July 19, 2011 by Beth Campbell Duke
In a previous post, I gave pointers to setting up and using LinkedIn so that it could be incorporated into your personal marketing social media strategy. I could hear the resounding chorus of, “My what, now?” so I’ll outline how … Continue reading →
Written on July 17, 2011 by Beth Cabrera
People typically see their work as a job, a career, or a calling. Those who view their work as a job do it mainly to earn a living. People who see their work as a career are interested in money, responsibility, & advancement. People who consider their work a calling believe the work they do serves an important purpose. They do the work for its own sake, not for financial or other benefits. They are passionate about what they do because they feel they are making a difference in the world. Continue reading →