“Can you review my resume” is the first question most people ask me when they find out I’m a career adviser. They waste the opportunity of developing new strategies for connecting with employers and others in their career field. Your resume is an important part of your job search toolkit -- it’s just not the only, or the most important part.
3 Things New Hires Should Do
Congratulations! After a difficult search, you are starting a new job. Now what? Aside from knowing your job description, what does your new employer expect from you? Think about it: When was the last time you were the new person at work? Do you remember how to make a good first impression?
6 Job Search Tips For Grads
1. Job Advice for New College Graduates (iSpeak) 2. Vital job-hunting advice for new college grads (CBS Money Watch) 3. College Grad Job Search 2013 (About.com) 4. New College Grads: Social Media and the Job Search (TribLocal) 5. Nine Job-Seeking Tips for College Graduates (New Talent Times) 6. How To Get--And Keep--A Job After Graduation … Continue reading 6 Job Search Tips For Grads
What Type of Person Are You?
If you choose a career path based only on what you know how to do (your skills), you are less likely to enjoy the job and more likely to get burned out. Find a job that you are good at and that uses your skills is important. However, wouldn’t you also like to find a job that you enjoy and that matches your personality? Take a few minutes to remind yourself of your likes and dislikes. Then look for career options that fit what interests you.
Q&A: Job Or Grad School?
I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in finance. I do not have any work experience. I am thinking of doing a Master’s program in finance, which starts this fall. I am confused if I should get my Master’s now, or should I wait and look for work? Will it be appropriate to do a Master’s program without any job experience?
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