It is a common mistake to think that a career begins after a degree is conferred. Although a young college student isn’t likely to have life planned out to the last detail, having some general job-seeking goals is appropriate for … Continue reading
How to Begin Your Job Search Long Before Graduation
The Best and Worst Questions to Ask During an Informational Interview
Ask the right questions during an informational interview, and you’ll receive valuable information on potential employers or careers (with the occasional benefit of cultivating a future career ally). But asking the wrong questions will often produce nothing but regret for … Continue reading
How Many Professional References Should I Provide?
In a recent online conversation among career professionals, the optimal number of references to provide a potential employer was discussed. The consensus was that providing too many references could be off-putting, confusing, and even disrespectful towards a potential employer’s time … Continue reading
3 for Friday – The Power of 10
Ten is a nice, round, manageable number so it’s not a surprise that a lot of bloggers and columnists write how-to articles based on the power of 10 — 10 ways, 10 solutions, 10 tips. Today’s 3 for Friday is … Continue reading