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Online Masters Degree: How Long Does it Take to Get One?

Written on 27 Dec, 2010 at 12:03

If you’re considering getting an online masters degree, you’re probably wondering how long it will take. Most schools that offer online masters degree programs realize how busy you are and let you obtain your degree in as little time as... (Continue reading)

Twelve Things Employers Want To See in Your Resume & Interview

Written on 22 Dec, 2010 at 16:14

mysalary.com Has Posted a Nice Set of Twelve Job Hunting Tips (Referred to as “12 HR Hot Buttons) Maybe holiday time is a good time to give that resume a fresh look, and to work on your interview preparation, considering... (Continue reading)

Job Seekers Beware: Work at Home Scams

Written on 6 Dec, 2010 at 21:43

With the unemployment rate now up to 9.8 %, discouraged job seekers are more vulnerable than ever to a wide variety of scams and abuses. Here’s an example of a work-at-home scam that security software company PC Tools discovered. Looks... (Continue reading)

Online Degrees: Educational Boon or Bust?

Written on 2 Dec, 2010 at 20:47

Technology and Higher Education Technology changes everything it touches, and post-secondary education is no exception. Traditionally, a college hopeful could find no viable substitute for a brick-and-mortar classroom experience, leaving full-time workers and young parents with few practical options for... (Continue reading)

Five Big Career Trends for Job Seekers

Written on 31 Aug, 2010 at 21:04

This post by David Couper — author of Outsiders on the Inside: How to Create a Winning Career…Even When You Don’t Fit In! — identifies and briefly describes five major trends impacting where jobs may be found in this challenging... (Continue reading)

Key Ways for Students to Jumpstart Their Careers While Still in College

Written on 6 Aug, 2010 at 21:54

Simply getting a college degree will definitely play an important role in landing a job or advancing a career, but these days it often won’t to be enough. There are specific steps every student should take while in school, so... (Continue reading)

5 Ways to Stay Productive While You Search for a Job

Written on 14 Jul, 2010 at 21:21

It can be easy to be discouraged when searching for a job, even if you have one. It’s very similar to dating: you have to present your best self and then hope they like you enough to give you a... (Continue reading)

Job Seeking Tips for College Graduates

Written on 8 Jun, 2010 at 13:54

Reconsider Location and Size of Target Employers While job prospects are more hopeful than last year, 2010 graduates won’t have it easy, and students on the hunt really need to keep two things in mind: location and size. Be Open... (Continue reading)

How to Win a Job Interview in a Competitive Market

Written on 8 Jun, 2010 at 12:07

The Challenge According to a recent article published in the Wall Street Journal, nearly 17 percent of people ages 20 to 24 are unemployed. This includes many recent college graduates — even Ivy-Leaguers — that know what they want to... (Continue reading)

You’re About to Graduate; Now What? Tips on Preparing for Your Job Search

Written on 5 May, 2010 at 22:49

If you’re one of the many seniors coming to the end of your time in college, you might be a little unsure about what’s next. The “real world” is fast approaching while you’re still trying to soak in your last... (Continue reading)

What are Typical Career Coaching Costs?

Written on 9 Apr, 2010 at 8:55

What is a Career Coach? A career coach helps a job seeker land his next employment opportunity in the most efficient and expedient means possible. The services of a career coach are targeted for individuals who are unemployed or in... (Continue reading)

Top 10 Resume Tips for Career Changers

Written on 17 Mar, 2010 at 22:58

Guest post by Katherine Jewell, author of New Resume, New Career Millions of Americans have been forced into career changes by struggling industries and tough economic times. There’s a danger of appearing over-qualified, or not experienced enough, when competing for... (Continue reading)

Tips for Entry Level Jobs & College Grads

Written on 10 Mar, 2010 at 23:17

Today’s post covers a variety of topics to help you in your job search. Before getting started, though, a word of hope. We know you keep hearing about all the jobs lost and the high unemployment rate. What you don’t... (Continue reading)

5 Keys To Creating A Resume They’ll Remember

Written on 9 Mar, 2010 at 20:55

Stop agonizing over how to write the best resume and take a moment to read over the following five key steps to creating a resume that hiring managers will remember. This isn’t a definitive list but will give you a... (Continue reading)

Public Survey of Job Search and Career Sites Completed By US Department of Labor

Written on 22 Feb, 2010 at 6:00

The US Department of Labor (“DOL”) has just completed an important informational project sure to be very useful to the millions of Americans trying to find a job in these trying times. On Feburary 2, 2010, the DOL announced the... (Continue reading)

“New Jobs for a New Decade” — NPR Series on Job Prospects for Business Sectors That Are Often Cited as Growth Areas

Written on 2 Jan, 2010 at 6:00

I’m a big fan of NPR, catching it on the car radio to and from work daily. The following information about an upcoming series on who’s likely to be hiring in the next few years came my way, and I... (Continue reading)

Who’s Hiring Recent College Grads: Resources for Entry-Level Job Seekers

Written on 31 Dec, 2009 at 11:53

This guest post is from CareerAlley. “Education is what remains when one has forgotten everything he learned in school.” – Albert Einstein You graduated when? It’s already January 2010 and you still don’t have a job? Have you heard these... (Continue reading)

Motoring With Your Career

Written on 4 Aug, 2009 at 13:47

This guest post is by Peter Weddle of WEDDLE’s, “your guide to resources for employment, personal development and career success.” Changing Perspectives on Careers A recent survey by eFinancialCareers found a surprising shift in the career outlook of financial professionals.... (Continue reading)

Green Jobs: What They Are and Where to Look for Them, Part III

Written on 22 Jun, 2009 at 5:00

This guest post is by Alexia Vernon, a leadership and career speaker, certified coach, trainer, and writer with an expertise in social enterprise and millennials. Previous Posts in Series Part I of this green jobs series was a general introduction... (Continue reading)

Green Jobs: What They Are and Where to Look for Them, Part II

Written on 17 Jun, 2009 at 5:00

This is a guest post by Alexia Vernon, a leadership and career speaker, certified coach, trainer, and writer with an expertise in social enterprise and millennials. As discussed in Part I of this green jobs series, “a green job is... (Continue reading)

Green Jobs: What They Are and Where to Look for Them, Part I

Written on 2 Jun, 2009 at 9:48

This guest post is by Alexia Vernon, a leadership and career speaker, certified coach, trainer, and writer with an expertise in social enterprise and millennials. Take a Look at These Real Job Openings Analyst Technical Billing/Financial Analyst with 3+ years... (Continue reading)

Tough Job Interview Question: “What Is Your Greatest Weakness?”
Three Tips for Answering This One

Written on 17 Apr, 2009 at 5:00

Why Do Interviewers Ask About My Weaknesses? No interviewer expects “brutally honest answers like,’I'm below-average intelligence and difficult to work with,’” says a hiring expert quoted by the Washington Post. So why do they ask this tough job interview question?... (Continue reading)

Online Job Search and Recruitment Part III — Five Tips for Getting Your Online Resume Noticed

Written on 13 Apr, 2009 at 5:00

So Many Resumes, So Little Time In the late 1990′s, I helped my boss screen candidates for a new position. It was my job to review the resumes and separate them into two piles: “Interview” and “Send Immediate, Polite Rejection... (Continue reading)

The Best Time to Schedule an Interview

Written on 1 Apr, 2009 at 12:29

This guest post via Recruiting Blogswap is from JobGoRound.com, providing career advice on resume writing, job searching, interviewing, and more. There are certain rules for scheduling job interviews that should be followed for the best results. Best Days of the... (Continue reading)

Startup Entrepreneurship — Six Tips for Avoiding Common Pitfalls While Bootstrapping a New Firm

Written on 18 Mar, 2009 at 15:00

Entrepreneurs have always driven the American economy. They always will. In fact, today’s economic dislocations, coupled with federal stimulus money, are creating fertile breeding grounds for another generation of startups. This year, many folks will be stepping out on their... (Continue reading)