So the big news this week is that LinkedIn is in the process of launching a job application service that employers can build into their websites. This would allow them to accept LinkedIn profiles in lieu of resumes. Personally, I think this is a fantastic idea. I’ve always found that using the old “legacy” web [...]
Moving away from your college town and finding new networks After graduating college I find that many people decide to move away from their college town. Most college towns are built in smaller towns an hour or so out of bigger cities. And because no one wants to live in a college town after graduation, [...]
If you’re a college senior, you’ll be a job seeker soon. Students traditionally use on-campus job interviews as a way to get their first post-college job, but according to one article, less than 1/3 of college students find jobs from companies that hire through career services. So what’s a bright, enthusiastic, newly educated wannabe wage-earner [...]
I know the title seems heavy, but it is an important concept to understand. Students know about and use social networking sites, like Facebook and Twitter. However, many of them are oblivious to the potential value that these online networks possess. Students and job seekers, alike, need to recognize that these sites can and will [...]
Finding a job in today’s challenging job market and struggling economy can be quite a chore. Now imagine the issues that a disability can potentially bring to one’s job search. In the event you have a disability and are wondering how your job hunt will unfold, rest assured that there are federal, state and local [...]
This is a true story as told to LatPro.com. Read on to see the ups and downs you can expect in the position as a contracted employee, what it takes to land the job, what you can expect to earn and more. I’m a contract administrator for a major nuclear power plant that’s under [...]
After completing your bachelor’s degree you may be ready to head out into the job market and get started on your career, but these days that might not be the best option. With so many qualified people out of work, a standard college education may not be enough to convince employers to choose you over [...]
Aaron McDaniel (aka “Mr. Business”) is the author of the Young Professional’s Edge blog (YP Edge). He is a corporate director, entrepreneur, public speaker, community volunteer and avid world traveler. Aaron has experience in sales, customer care, marketing, operations, strategy and business development and has managed over 110 different direct reports and organizations as large [...]
If you’re thinking about going back to school, enrolling in a Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is a great way to prepare yourself with the knowledge and skills you’ll need to be successful in the exciting and competitive industry of business. To truly determine whether this program is suited for you, it’s important to [...]
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