The internet is filled with advice for job seekers, from what they can expect to be asked in interviews to what companies are looking for and how to tailor themselves to those expectations. But sometimes we forget it takes two to tango. The best employer-employee matches happen when candidates feel like the company fulfills what …
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With a job being something that we can no longer count on and more demands than ever on our time, we seem to be in constant search of balance and fulfillment. This has created a huge “follow your passion” movement, which suggests that you should earn a living by creating a livelihood from your greatest …
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One look at your perfectly straightened desk or a peek into your magnificently color-coded closet and everyone will know your secret… You’re a planner. You might even be an organizer. Thank goodness, because the world needs you. If you’ve ever given any thought to taking your natural gifts for organizing and going pro, here’s a …
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You’re broke a lot of the time, and it’s no fun. With a few extra bucks in your pocket, you might actually be able to replace your tennis shoes or upgrade your phone. And there’s something to be said for actually eating something other than Ramen noodles, no matter how many creative recipes people come …
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If you find yourself feeling queasy at the thought of negotiating your salary, you aren’t alone. Research from Salary.com reveals that around one-fifth of candidates don’t counter the first number on the table after they receive a job offer. In fact, a poll by the Society of Human Resource Management found that nearly 80 percent …
Ask a recent college graduate if earning their degree was worth it and you may be surprised at the answer you receive. According to a recent Bloomberg article, many college graduates are pessimistic about the return on their investment in a degree. The growing costs of paying for college, coupled with the misconception that graduates …
Whether you’re looking for work or eager to advance your career, where you choose to live can make a real difference. Job prospects are not equally rosy across America. Some states are booming, while others still struggle with high unemployment. Living costs and local taxation can vary widely, making a dollar earned here not the …
So, you didn’t get to travel abroad in college? You always swore you would, but graduation has come and gone and you’ve still never left your comfort zone. Don’t worry! There are plenty of jobs out there that actually pay you to travel for a living. However, before you start applying for your passport, you …
There are many people who cringe at the thought of college students setting up a business. The usual line of argument is: you should focus on school, you don’t have enough experience, you’re not prepared for that kind of commitment or you’re already scrapping by in your college life, so why add another thing to …
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It is likely that some of you would have goals of one day becoming an entrepreneur and running your own business. I want to share with you my story of that transition a number of years ago. Early career success I was always what you would call a relatively ambitious person and had high expectations …
