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Do you recommend putting relevant course descriptions on an entry level information technology resume?
In general, it is not necessary to add this information to your resume as just listing your degree and/or certifications in the education section of your resume is sufficient. The bigger interest from…
View all answers »What kind of writing degrees are there? I understand the obvious ones like journalism, but what are some other fields that would require a degree related to writing?
Depending upon the college or university, some of the degrees available for writing include Creative Writing, Fine Arts, Engilish, Litterature, Communications, Library Science, Liberal Arts, Business/Technical/Medical…
View all answers »When do you know its the right time to leave a job?
The answer to this question is really dependent upon the individual person and his/her circumstances. Usually people leave a job once they have found something else that is more professionally or personally…
View all answers »Do you have any advice for working with a boss I do not like? I really like the organization and my coworkers, but me and my boss just don't get along. What can I do to make it more bearable without leaving?
I echo my fellow contributors when I say you are not alone. Regardless of what you do, if it involves working in any capacity with other people you are going to inevitably work with someone that you would…
View all answers »I graduated with a master's in mechanical engineering, but aside from research work, I do not have formal industry experience in my field. It's been about a year since my graduation and I've had no luck finding a position so far; has the window passed for me to find a career opportunity within my field of study?
You are not out of the running! Focus on entry-level roles that do not need much experience in order to better your odds of getting hired. I suggest reviewing your resume and determining if you…
View all answers »I will turn 19 this year. I never had a job nor do I have any work experience. What are some things I can do to complete my resume? I also want to add that I don't know how to start a resume? No one to guide me through these type of things.
There are a plethora of resources available to you to accomplish the actions you've listed above. The first place to start is with the Jobipedia site. I suggest you go to the "resources" tab and…
View all answers »Now that I’ve graduated from college, should I still include jobs or activities from high school on my resume? What is the cut-off point at which you stop including that stuff?
You should no longer be including your high school activities now that you've graduated from college. You should really not include them past your sophomore year in college and I find that even a stretch…
View all answers »I've been a business owner for many years, but getting back onto the job market. How should I explain my gap of job experience and references during a job interview?
When returning to the job market it can be a challenge explaining the gap in time. You should not put anything on your resume if the reason was personal, such as taking care of children, family, or medical…
View all answers »I am have a degree in Mathematics and already opted for a masters in operation research. Do you think I stand a change to be employed as a financial or business analyst? I don't have a CFA or CBA, but plan to get those certifications in the near future.
If that is the focus that you have for your career after graduation then you need to ensure that you are networking and building those relationships in the desired industry in order to better align yourself…
View all answers »I have my MBA and MS in Management: Procurement and Contract Management. I want to get into Procurement. I get the interview, told that I am a finalist but then hear that they went with a candidate with more experience. I don't have experience. I apply to both entry level and advance positions. Can you help me to overcome these obstacles, please?
It is a very competative market right now for professionals in the business arena. If the issue is experience and you do not have any then you really should start targeting more entry level roles in procurement,…
View all answers »Networking For A Job While You're Still In College
No matter how many credits you have until graduation, you know the day is coming when you’ll need your first “real” job. For some it feels like a long way off, but for others the day of self-sufficiency is coming all too soon...
View this post »3 Things To Consider Before Your Internship
Internships can be pure joy, filled with numerous opportunities during summer break or post-graduation. An internship also has the possibility to be pure undiluted slog...
View this post »2 Simple Ways to Improve Your Job Search
Once you find a job you're interested in, the path to employment is fairly straightforward. Resumes, applications, interviews and, if all goes well, a job offer...
View this post »Anxiety and the Interview
Since graduation, your anxiety may have been like waves on the beach. It seemed to overwhelmingly crash forward then recede calmly away...
View this post »How to Negotiate an Entry-Level Salary
You networked like a savant, crafted the perfect resume, knocked the interview out of the park, and were offered the job! Your moment of jubilation is met with the sudden thud of a less than impressive initial salary offer. Negotiating a salary at any level can be difficult, but this can be especially difficult if you are starting your first job out of college...
View this post »How to Change Careers
Changing careers is common for many people. Whether you’ve simply discovered you actually hate your current career path or your industry has made it impossible for you to continue being employed...
View this post »5 Ways to Improve Your Resume
You found the perfect job opening. It has all the elements you desire: compensation, corporate culture, and location are all in line with your dream job...
View this post »Coffee Fiends In The Workplace
Coffee is a national pastime for millions of people in the US. From the first cup shortly after the alarm goes off in the morning, to the 3pm refuel we’re a country that loves our bitter caffeinated beverages...
View this post »The Balancing Act Of Vacation Time
Vacation time can be a difficult subject to deal with in the workplace. Most companies have a set amount of paid time off based on various elements that designate a person’s ‘right’ to more or less vacation...
View this post »How To Work With People You Genuinely Dislike
The workspace can be a place of inspiration and joy, filled with people who you deeply appreciate. Your office can also be a drudgery littered with various individuals who you’d rather not see twice let alone every day...
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