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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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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 [...]

Entry Level Job Hunting Blunders

February 12, 2010 Posted By: Trevor Wilson Category: Preparation

Great post over at New Grad Life called New Grads’ Biggest Blunders in Job Interviews. It’s has some great “what not to do” advice for new grads looking for entry level jobs. Among the tips: Thinking the interview only begins when you’re across the desk from the interviewer. HR professionals repeatedly told me: From the [...]

Tip From A Job Hunter: Descriptive Phrases

January 21, 2010 Posted By: Trevor Wilson Category: Descriptive Phrases

I recently received this tip from a job seeker who wanted to share one of their experiences. Stuck on a company’s request for a “descriptive phrase”, she had to take the time not only to research what they are, but also how best to write them. Here’s the tip: I recently applied for a one-year [...]

Can You Handle the Truth? 10 Tips About Careers (That No One Ever Tells You!)

March 5, 2009 Posted By: Greg Barrette Category: Preparation

Yikes! Hey college students and young professionals – have you seen the lead story on WSJ’s CareerJournal today? Not to mention, their follow up punch to the gut – an excerpt from a book that refers to you as ‘trophy kids’ and discusses why your egos are going to get the best of you in [...]

    • 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 [...]