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Would you bring a parent with you to the job interview? Some do
May 16, 2012 3:21 PM0 Comments
A new study takes a look at the career trends and attitudes of the emerging generation of workers. What is the common theme to the behavior of Generation Y?
Category: Latest news & advice, Student
Summer job tips
May 14, 2012 12:04 PM0 Comments
In a recent survey, nearly 80% of employers said that most of their summer job hiring was done by the end of May. So if you're hoping to work this summer, now is the time to get out there!
Category: Job search strategies, Student
What to do while growing up: Adventures for the under-employed
May 2, 2012 11:43 AM0 Comments
What can you do between school and work to experience some real-world adventures? Colleen shares the inspiring stories of three young people who went off the beaten path.
Category: Job search strategies, Student
Pining for a career move? How Pinterest could help your job search
Apr 10, 2012 9:39 AM0 Comments
Pinterest, an online 'pin board' for collecting images from the web, is just the latest social networking tool that career experts say job seekers should be aware of. Here's how to use it.
Category: Job search strategies, Student
How to complain about work… without landing in hot water
Apr 3, 2012 10:32 AM1 Comments
The recent furor about privacy, employers and Facebook were the hot topic of conversation among my friends and family, both off and online. Could the issue be solved simply by having a better understanding of how to use social networking sites?
Category: Latest news & advice, Student
How and where to find your first summer job
Mar 26, 2012 10:11 AM0 Comments
Wondering how to kick off your summer job hunt for 2012? Well, there are five main industries where students with little or no experience can get their foot in the door of a first gig. Here's how to get started.
Category: Job search strategies, Student
How the Baby Boomers and Generation Y are squeezing out Gen Xers
Mar 23, 2012 10:00 AM0 Comments
Many members of Generation X have long felt that they were being asked to play second fiddle to the huge Boomer demographic than came before them. Now they're also feeling the pressure from the younger Gen Y cohort coming up from behind.
Category: Latest news & advice, Student
Having a successful career without a bachelor's degree
Mar 20, 2012 11:06 AM0 Comments
It is no secret that we have a knowledge-based economy, but there are many different types of knowledge needed to keep the country prosperous. There are other paths to success besides a university degree.
Category: Student
Onboarding: How to survive your first day at a new job
Mar 14, 2012 10:09 AM0 Comments
Many of us change jobs (approximately five to seven times during our careers) and find ourselves coming in to new work environments. Here are some tips for surviving and making the most of those crucial first few days.
Category: Life @ work, Student
What employers are really looking for: The top in-demand skills and degrees
Feb 28, 2012 3:09 PM10 Comments
New research indicates there is a serious disconnect between the skills employers are looking for in candidates and what skills job seekers are highlighting in their applications. So what are the most sought after skills and degrees for 2012?
Category: Job search strategies, Latest news & advice, Student
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