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Welcome to Gradversity, the leading online resource for entry level job seekers. We've recently revamped the site to allow anyone with quality information on the new graduate job hunt to submit articles directly for publication. So take a look around and feel free to drop us a line with any comments!

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Create A Featured Post On Gradversity!

November 30, 2011 Posted By: Trevor Wilson Category: featured_post

Looking for an increase in traffic? Hoping for more exposure? Have an idea you want to share? Gradversity is now offering “Featured Posts”. Featured posts run in the lead position on the Gradversity homepage, ensuring maximum visibility for your content. Featured posts run in 1-week increments based on the length of time you want your [...]

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LinkedIn Resources For Entry Level Job Seekers

March 4, 2010 Posted By: Trevor Wilson Category: LinkedIn

I just wanted to take a minute to draw your attention to an article written by Alison Doyle over at About.com. She has a post up called LinkedIn for College Students and Grads which provides detailed information and resources you will need to get set up on LinkedIn. I would seriously recommend checking it out [...]

Grad To Great’s 3 R’s of Networking

December 29, 2009 Posted By: Trevor Wilson Category: References

I love this article. The Three R’s of Networking for Grads is a great example of how Networking can be boiled down into very simple goals. In an ideal world, you would strive to get one of the following three “R’s” out of your references: Referral Recommendation Reference You need to ensure that you keep [...]

Gradversity Quick Tip #24: Organize Your Contacts

December 21, 2009 Posted By: Trevor Wilson Category: Finding Contacts

As you start to become better at networking, it’s important to keep all of your contacts straight. I would suggest keeping a contacts file in whatever email application you are using. Be sure to include Names, Titles, Addresses, Emails, Phone Numbers, and any other special information that may help you out down the line (spouse’s [...]

Tips For Your LinkedIn Job Search

November 30, 2009 Posted By: Trevor Wilson Category: LinkedIn

Fantastic read over at a blog called New Grad Life. 22 Tips for Landing a Job On LinkedIn has a great list of advice covering the best ways to use LinkedIn during your job search. Among the best advice: 7. Update Your Profile Often (keeps you on your contacts’ news stream), but Not Egregiously 10. [...]

    • Recent Articles

      Will a Disability Hinder Me in the Job Search?

      February 6, 2012 | Posted By: David Thomas | Category: Marketing Yourself

      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 [...]

      My Career in Business Administration

      February 6, 2012 | Posted By: JustJobs | Category: Fit

      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 [...]

      What to Do When You Haven’t Done a Lot

      February 6, 2012 | Posted By: Jesse Langley | Category: Tips

      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 [...]

      Controlling Your Interview

      February 6, 2012 | Posted By: YP Edge | Category: Preparation

      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 [...]

      What You Can Learn in an MBA Program

      January 26, 2012 | Posted By: Jesse Langley | Category: Grad School

      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 [...]