My 5 Minute Career Test: Is Your Job Right For You?
We hear this all the time. If you have a good job you truly enjoy, that’s awesome!! A lot people though……don’t fall in the above category, so that is who this post is intended for.
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Change Is Inevitable: Elvis, Jobs & Technology
The date was June 5th………. The year was 1956…… A young star hailing from Tupelo, Mississippi was about to make a national appearance on The Milton Berle Show. His music was dazzling fans all across the country, but his new style was the start of MAJOR controversy. His name was Elvis Presley (you might’ve heard of him :))
Jobs, Occupations & Career Paths: False Perceptions
Our society has a narrow perception of what we think a “typical job” should be. So many of us unknowingly put professional careers in corporate office settings on a pedestal, but fail to appreciate careers that are equally as important yet less recognized.
Why Can Resumes Hurt Your Chances of Getting Hired? How to Fix It (Part 2)
A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog discussing alternative ways to present yourself to employers (opposed to just sending in a generic resume). The post received quite a bit of positive feedback/discussion via e-mail so I am following the post up with a Part 2.
What We Were Taught From A Young Age
Go to school Get good grades Your good grades will get you into that college Your college degree will automatically secure you with your dream job The dream job will never let you go If the year was 1965, this might have been pretty sound advice.
You Probably Don’t Know Clarence Birdseye, But You Know His Invention
When you think about famous inventors in history, names like Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Edison & Henry Ford usually come to mind. Their inventions have all changed the way we live our lives on a daily basis.
Stop Bothering People- Start Providing Value
In 1996, you were thrilled when you got an e-mail. In 2001, you were happy when someone called your cell phone. In 2006, you were still excited when someone texted you.
Why Workers With College Degrees Aren’t Getting The Jobs They Used To
Since the Early 20th Century, we’ve been raised with this notion to go to school, do well, and you will be compensated with a comfortable wage. This held true for over almost 100 years. Regular employees were able to afford a vehicle, a home, as well as many luxury items. Everyone was happy working for …
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The Sh*t We Should’ve Learned In High School
I remember my first day of high school orientation quite well, even though it was many years ago. The senior giving us a tour told us the following quote: “The next 4 years will be the best 4 years of your whole life” I had to stop myself from laughing at the narrow minded statement.
Why Can Resumes Hurt Your Chances of Getting Hired? How to Fix It
Resumes Other than the obvious fact that most resumes are boring and created in a similar fashion, they lack many important components that best highlight YOU, the job seeker.