At the start of the New Year, you may have made some resolutions. If you are like most people, you probably already broke some of them. Even if you did not keep all of your New Year resolutions, you should still have career goals for this year. It is important to take steps to make [...]
Although you may see a cover letter as an afterthought, it should be a serious consideration. In fact, experts note that some hiring managers see the cover letter as even more important than the resume. This is because it is the first thing that the hiring manger will see—even before your resume. If the employer [...]
Getting hired at your dream job all starts with stellar resume writing. There are plenty of resume writing programs and online resources that will provide you with templates. But what, exactly, is the magic bullet that will land you that prize position? These 5 tips for resume writing will put you on top of any [...]
Do you remember your first job? For some, it was that moment where Mom or Dad said “if you do such and such, I’ll pay you $5!” The second that payoff was mentioned, you sprung to action to complete whatever it was your parents asked. Some kids received an allowance: the beginning stages of understanding [...]
If you’ve ever typed “resume writing tips” or “resume formats” into Google, you’ve been given more information than you probably knew what to do with. Resume writing can be confusing, and the fact that there are several accepted resume formats doesn’t help anything. It doesn’t have to be that way. With a little information, you [...]
Every resume needs an objective. It’s that first statement at the top of the resume that tells the reader—your potential employer, what it is you seek. Even if you are open to different roles at a company or just aren’t really sure which job you want, your resume still must have an objective. Although that [...]
Yahoo! Finance recently published an article about the hottest careers for 2012, which combined research from a number of job sites and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Here are the top careers from the list and explanations as to why they are in such high demand.
Finding a new job is often a difficult task, especially when the economy is in a slump. Here are some tips will make your job smooth a bit smoother. Quantity over quality is not necessarily a good thing. Instead of applying to hundreds of jobs, try taking the time to tailor your resume for a [...]
Whether you are a new graduate, are looking to switch careers, or simply want to keep on top of your career, routinely assessing your skills and strengths is vital. The investment is worthwhile not only in finding a job but also to improve the position you already have. If you are still a college student [...]
In what seems to be an increasingly competitive society and a difficult job market, many people are looking for ways to stand out to employers. As students, we are bombarded from all sides with suggestions and recommendations of what we must do in order to land a good job upon graduation. Since my major is [...]
Working for oneself is a dream many people share, but it is not as easy as you may think. There are important considerations before starting any freelance work or business. You have to decide whether you will be doing freelance or consulting work fulltime or whether it is just to earn some extra money on [...]
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At the start of the New Year, you may have made some resolutions. If you are like most people, you probably already broke some of them. Even if you did not keep all of your New Year resolutions, you should still have career goals for this year. It is important to take steps to make [...]
Top 10 Fastest Growing Careers for 2012
Yahoo! Finance recently published an article about the hottest careers for 2012, which combined research from a number of job sites and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Here are the top careers from the list and explanations as to why they are in such high demand.
