During economic slumps, many of us may be tempted to stop looking for ways to advance our careers. It seems good enough to hold on to the entry-level job we were lucky enough to get a year after college. Yet, as the old saying goes, those who don’t try never succeed. That philosophy still applies [...]
In today’s economy, many working adults are returning to college. Whether it’s due to lay-off or a simple desire to enter a better career, college can be a great first step. Returning to school may mean that you need to cut back on your hours at work which, in turn, means a smaller paycheck. If [...]
If you are a recent graduate who is currently unemployed, chances are you’re using technology to help you with your search. While older, traditional job search methods such as inquiring about open positions in person have been replaced with online newspaper classifieds and job listing sites such as CareerBuilder and Monster (and despite the fact [...]
The bad news: One of the toughest challenges for new grads is finding the direction they need to create a clear, focused, and ultimately successful job hunt. In a world filled with both thousands of career options and serious job competitors, even knowing where to start can be overwhelming, right? The good news: There are [...]
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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