2019-11-19 13:30
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Paying it forward, preparing the next generation of talent for the career of their dreams!
2019-10-01 12:30
People with INFJ personalities often strive to find meaning through worthy causes. INFJ stands for introverted, intuitive, feeling and judging, meaning that individuals with this rare person… Read More
2019-09-18 13:30
Have you ever been told you need to work on your “soft skills?” What exactly does that mean?? More importantly, where do you go to work on… Read more "[PODCAST] Are Your S… Read More
2019-08-15 15:54
Have you ever been told you need to work on your “soft skills?” What exactly does that mean? More importantly, where do you go to work on… Read more "[PODCAST] Taking a Ha… Read More
2019-06-25 12:30
You’ve spent weeks (maybe months) surfing job sites, tweaking your resume and making all of those 6-degrees-of-separation connections available to you to try and land an…… Read More
2019-04-25 12:30
Did you just graduate from college? Are you contemplating everything that comes next? If so, you stand at a crossroads in one of the most exciting chapters… Read more "Relocating: Wha… Read More
2019-02-13 13:51
By Brad Miller, TheMilitaryGuide.org When veterans apply for jobs in the civilian marketplace, they offer a number of advantages over other candidates due to the many useful… Read mor… Read More
2018-11-20 18:54
“Thankful. Just thankful.” Someone said that to me recently, and it really stuck. That’s also how I’d describe how I feel. Thankful. Here’s what I’m thank… Read More
2018-09-19 17:25
There’s nothing more rewarding than making it through senior year and completing your graduation. Finals are all done, you finally have ample free time to enjoy yourself… Read m… Read More
2018-07-26 12:30
Shiny new degrees are awesome, but they’re just a method of helping you get an interview. If you really want to fit in at an organization and… Read more "More Than a Degree: 6 C… Read More
2018-06-19 12:30
A very lucky few finish college and graduate straight into the job they’ve always dreamed of. For many, the end of college signals the start of… Read more "How to Stay Po… Read More
2018-05-15 13:58
Seventeen weeks. According to 2017 research from Statistic Brain, that’s the typical length of a job search. What’s more, their research also found that every job posting…… Read More
2018-05-08 12:30
Aristotle said it best when he proclaimed, “He who cannot be a good follower cannot be a good leader.” As a college student, you’re looking to jump… Read more "How t… Read More
2018-05-01 13:47
Being properly prepared for interviews is critical for impressing potential employers. It shows that you understand and are genuinely interested in the job opportunity. It shows commitment&h&hell…Read More
2018-04-26 13:42
Getting your dream job can sometimes be tough. That’s probably why it’s called a “dream job” in the first place, right? But, with enough confidence and the… Re… Read More
2018-04-17 13:39
For college seniors, this time of year is one with mixed emotions. You’re quickly approaching the end of your collegiate career and about to be introduced to… Read more "5 Workf… Read More
2018-04-10 12:30
We all wish we could graduate college and instantly start working at our dream job. Unfortunately, that’s not usually how real life works. There might be a… Read more "Surviving… Read More
2018-04-03 12:30
Maybe you’re unhappy with your current job and are actively seeking new opportunities. You might have the attitude of “anywhere but here” when it comes to the… Read… Read More
2018-03-20 12:30
Even if you’re a seasoned pro, job interviews can cause a lot of nervousness. This is nothing but natural – your performance is being judged. Every time… Read more "3 Tips… Read More
2018-03-06 13:30
Personalizing your LinkedIn connection request can help you stand out. In fact, a recent (unscientific) poll revealed that a request with a personal note exponentially increased the…… Read More
2018-02-27 13:30
Are you graduating with an information technology degree? If so, congratulations, your skills are in strong demand! But for the best jobs – those with great pay,… Read more "4 W… Read More
2018-02-06 15:45
I’m betting the title of this post caught your attention. And, I’m also guessing that you think you have a pretty good idea what the answer is!… Read more "What Defines a… Read More
2018-01-23 13:30
Technology has brought about tremendous changes in the types of work positions available. It has also altered the way people can apply for those positions. Video interviews… Read more… Read More
2018-01-10 14:45
Something BIG is coming to help you realize your dreams. Want first access?? Sign up for the Campus to Career newsletter. We’re loading it with up with some… Read more "Som… Read More
2018-01-09 13:30
When was the last time you tried something new? Like, really tried? Growing up, I went fishing many times with my father, friends, or, went by myself.… Read more "Why It’s… Read More
2017-12-29 20:17
Ready to accelerate your career in 2018? As another year comes to an end, we want to take the opportunity to say one thing: THANK YOU. Thank… Read more "2017 Year in Review: Our Top 1… Read More
2017-12-20 14:52
Just the mere thought of networking is dreadful for many people. Such individuals often believe that this activity is unnecessary. Others feel anxious about the possibility of putting themse… Read More
2017-12-05 14:37
Interviews are stressful, nerve-wracking experiences. You’re trying to sell yourself to a prospective employer who will decide whether you’re worth hiring in just 90 seconds. So… Read More
![[INFOGRAPHIC]: How To Overcome Your Fear Of Public Speaking](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1891/189103-77343364.w320.jpg "[INFOGRAPHIC]: How To Overcome Your Fear Of Public Speaking")
2017-10-11 15:08
Delivering a presentation in front of a live audience demands a great deal of self-confidence that allows the orator to overcome his fears of failing. In public speaking, and in life if you… Read More
2017-09-19 12:58
Being an entrepreneur is undoubtedly difficult at any age, but the reality is that younger individuals may face even more challenges simply because of their age. As an entrepreneur, you must… Read More
2017-08-22 12:30
We all want to find a great job, but depending on where you live, it can be difficult. In some cities, you can have excellent qualifications but struggle to find a well-paying job. It really… Read More
2017-08-15 14:22
It’s a crowded job market and everyone is fiercely fighting for a piece of the pie. The average recruiter spends approximately six seconds reviewing every resume that… Read More
2017-07-25 12:30
Competition for an internship is quite high. And, the rules for getting your resume noticed have changed considerably. The key to getting a clear shot at a coveted internship is to stand out… Read More
2017-06-14 14:52
When you graduate from college, you enter a whole new world. It’s fun. The opportunities are practically limitless. Where will you head to? Whatever you want to be, you can become. How… Read More
2017-05-16 14:33
The presentation is a procedure where you represent your product or project in a speech, lecture or demonstration in order to educate your audience. For some, the anxiety level is… Read More
2017-05-09 13:47
Job hunting can be extraordinarily exhausting. It can be especially taxing when you feel like you’re not getting much response. Submitting your resume to dozens of employers week after… Read More
2017-04-11 15:48
You’ve already put in years of hard work and schooling to get where you are today. Now it’s time to put together a cover letter and resume that reflects all of the work you&rsquo&hell…Read More
2017-03-28 12:30
A very common, and often accepted piece of wisdom in the world of recruiting is that you should follow your gut. Some of the most respected minds in HR and recruiting advice using intuition… Read More
2017-03-21 14:35
It’s no secret that LinkedIn is the king when it comes to social and professional networking for businesses and professionals. Like all social media, it only serves its purpose when th… Read More
2017-03-14 12:30
As you prepare to leave college and head into the world of work, you’ll have one thing on your mind: landing that dream job! Those first months after graduating can be a disheartening… Read More
2017-02-21 15:18
Forming a new habit or behavior more conducive to getting what and where you want to go: How is this accomplished and how long does it take? Building better habits is not an all-or-nothing p… Read More
2017-02-01 14:49
Did you share that super-fun, albeit slightly embarrassing story about your wild Friday night on Facebook? How about express a moderately insensitive political viewpoint on a short bu… Read More
2017-01-19 13:30
When applying for a job, hiring managers are going to look at your education to determine whether or not they feel you are qualified for the job. But your degree and education are not the on… Read More
2017-01-10 13:30
Let’s face it, if you were hired for a job based on your resume alone, there would be no need to interview. But because no one is hired solely as a result of their work experience and/… Read More
2016-12-20 13:30
Making the move from college to starting your career can be an exciting or stressful time for fresh graduates, depending on their preparation, chosen field, and a whole host of factors that… Read More
2016-12-06 13:50
So, you want to work for a startup? They can be exciting to work for, offer up tremendous learning opportunities, and really pay off if you’re working for the best ones. But getting hi… Read More
2016-12-02 19:07
There are many types of bosses that you will run into when entering the working world. And each of them brings their own unique problems, but there are ways to turn said problems into advant… Read More
2016-11-15 15:00
Plenty of new graduates are more than happy to take a lower salary than they might have wanted to get their first foot on the career ladder. Six months down the line, once they’ve prov… Read More
2016-11-13 16:00
In some ways, it’s a great time to be looking for work. The labor market is really tight, and there are more unfilled positions in the U.S. than ever. But don’t be deceived. Part… Read More
2016-11-01 13:37
Receiving feedback at work and school is universally difficult. It’s hard not to take criticism personally when you’ve poured your time, attention and passion into something only… Read More
2016-10-04 13:44
Most college students have held jobs in the past—whether a full-time job in the summer, a part-time job during the school year, or both. Yet searching for that first “real”… Read More
2016-09-27 12:30
International internships are both exhilarating and frightening, but when you get passed the fear, you will be faced with one-of-a-kind opportunity: A chance to build a career in a foreign c… Read More
2016-09-21 12:30
Sure, we all have a 9-to-5, but what about a 6-11? You might be thinking, “what in the world is this guy talking about??” Let me explain. The concept of a 6-11 is based on the gr… Read More
2016-09-08 12:30
As you begin working a new job, you always want to be as successful as possible. Although this often entails hours of hard work, sometimes this isn’t enough. Just because you put in th… Read More
2016-08-23 15:57
Professor McBorely’s course, History and Theory of Monotonous Drudgery, meets three times a week at 8:00am for an hour and a half. He’s 117 years old, never takes questions, neve… Read More
![Boost The Skills Section Of Your Resume [Infographic]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/1891/189103-3442418681.w320.jpg "Boost The Skills Section Of Your Resume [Infographic]")
2016-08-09 12:30
Are you a talented content marketer? Or perhaps you’ve got killer sales skills? Many candidates ignore their skills section, believing that recruiters focus more on other parts of thei… Read More
2016-07-19 12:30
Congrats! You’ve just landed the summer internship of your dreams! Though don’t be too quick to sit back and relax – the journey to your dream career is only just beginning… Read More
2016-07-05 13:08
Choosing a career is one of the most important decisions you make as an adult. But it’s not the only one. Once you’ve jumped on the adulting train, you’ll have to make coun… Read More
2016-06-28 12:30
Graduation can be an exhilarating time. All of the work you have put in over the past few years has finally paid off. You are finally able to step into the working world and put to use all t… Read More
2016-06-21 13:31
You read that right. A 400 hour interview. Before you start freaking out, let me break it down for you… The standard internship period these days is approximately 10-12 weeks, predomi… Read More
2016-06-07 14:28
It’s very exciting to receive a new job offer, but there are still many questions that must be answered before actually accepting and starting a new job. Certain information may… Read More
2016-05-24 12:30
It’s as simple as this: without an excellent résumé, your prospects of finding employment are slim to nil. Your résumé is your first impression on a recruit… Read More
2016-04-26 12:55
For most of us, navigating the work environment on our first day at the job is much like riding a roller-coaster. The excitement of meeting your new colleagues and getting familiar with on-s… Read More
2016-04-19 12:30
Guest post by Kathy Jackson. If you’re a woman looking for a well-paying career with great opportunities for advancement, then you might want to consider searching beyond the tradition… Read More
2016-04-12 12:52
No matter what type of job you’re seeking (or going to seek), odds are that you’ll do a Skype or teleconferencing interview. Companies especially love to use this to screen… Read More
2016-03-29 12:30
Need a job? Invent it. This is the title of a New York Times article that was written almost two years ago about the changing nature of young professional life. In part it discussed how even… Read More
2016-03-08 13:30
If you’re a recent college grad or are going to graduate soon, you’re about to be faced with a choice — now that you finally have your degree, you need to move somewhere an… Read More
2016-03-01 14:03
One of the lessons I learned from ‘American Idol”, is that you can’t magically sing just because you want to be a rock star. That’s a life lesson. Music is also a goo… Read More
2016-02-23 13:30
Most honest job-seekers with stellar resumes, sufficient experience and impeccable references also have gaps in their employment histories. Some of those gaps were filled with personally-enr… Read More
2016-02-17 13:30
There is a growing trend among employers these days: ask really weird interview questions. So what is the purpose? Is it just to entertain them or is there something else? Well…i… Read More
2016-02-10 14:32
February 10, 2016. This date might not have much significance to you, but it has great meaning to me. You see, today is my official blogging anniversary. Six years ago, I decided to take a h… Read More
2016-02-02 14:10
Each year, Americans celebrate Groundhog Day on February 2. That’s right. For the past 129 years, we’ve had a day celebrating a rodent. Punxsutawney Phil is a l… Read More
2016-01-12 13:30
By now, there’s a good chance you’ve seen the new Star Wars movie. If you haven’t, don’t worry – this post doesn’t contain spoilers. I came across this un… Read More
2016-01-07 13:30
Happy New Year! For me, 2015 got off to a rocky start, but all in all, it was a good year. Want to make 2016 an awesome year? Twitter and LinkedIn are amazing resources for… Read More
2016-01-05 13:30
Photo by Alex Jones College is supposed to prepare you for the real world, so you can find a job and contribute to society. But that’s a big responsibility to expect universities to do… Read More
2015-12-01 13:30
Guest post by Zaheen Nanji My first day on the job I noticed all my co-workers were male! Being in the field of public health inspections, I didn’t know what to expect in an office env… Read More
2015-11-24 13:30
What happens when you have a really bad customer service experience? You talk about it, right? You might even blog, tweet, or review the company/individual on Yelp or TripAdvisor. That exper… Read More
2015-11-12 13:30
Photo credit: Tyler Barnes via Unsplash Military experience can provide very notable value to prospective employees. Many companies look positively upon the commitment, discipline, ad… Read More
2015-11-10 13:30
Photo credit: Jacob Valerio via Unsplash When you join the armed forces, your whole life shifts. Instead of school, it’s bases and battlefields. Instead of home life, it’s life w… Read More
2015-10-27 12:30
‘Travel’ is often cited as a top interest everywhere from dating sites to professional resumes, but how often have you heard others say “I’d love to travel, but I jus… Read More
2015-10-21 12:30
There’s an incredible amount of information out there about how to improve prospects in job interviews, and by now you’ve probably heard all the tips: dress sharp, make eye conta… Read More
2015-10-08 12:30
Google “self-promotion” and up come the haters. In a flash, you’ll see countless negative articles. From “Why Self-Promotion Is a Terrible Idea” to “The B… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Career planning provides the ability to see yourself, where you are now and where you want to go in the future. It helps you decide what type of work you want, determine the skills you need… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
The job search brings with it a number of different tasks that you should be expected to have perfected or, at least, down pat before you can take on your new career. Those of course include… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I’ve gone to school more than most people, and I’ve come to the conclusion that group assignments are the bane of all existence. Seems there’s always the guy who barely par… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Over the past few weeks, I’ve talked to over 100 college students about their careers. Most of them – despite a slightly better economy and for reasons we all understand –… Read More
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