“Definitely do it! In today’s job market, it’s not enough to just have a degree. Most employers are looking for people with a degree and relevant experience.” (MBA male respondent) “Do it. Starting pay is generally higher after graduation because of the applicable work experience.” (MBA male respondent) “I would highly recommend interning... (more...)
* Earn salary to offset educational expenses * Opportunity to earn academic credit * Participate in meaningful work assignments relative to their academic area * Opportunities to apply business school concepts to work assignments * Exposure to public service careers * Develop a network... (more...)
html> What do you know now that you wish you had known when you chose your career/profession? We ask the viewers of The Career Exposure Network to let us know and our QuickPoll respondents gave some great career advice. Here’s what they said: • Formal business acumen is important • Have excellent financial management skills, as your backbone.... (more...)
Establish networks with professionals in your current or desired fields. Search for and attend association events, cocktail receptions and critical seminars that will attract the people you should know. Be prepared to talk with new people. Draft a few questions and statements that will help get the conversation going. Ask what inspired your new contact to join his/her company or... (more...)
We asked our Employers/ Recruiters; What’s the most important advice you would give a Job candidate to gain the edge above the competition and get that interview? “Make sure you are qualified for the job. Come prepared, be professional and tell me how you can help our company achieve our objectives. Don’t come with your list of demands and what you think the job should be.” Source:... (more...)
What can you do in the interview to stand out and get the offer. Here are a few quesitons that focus on five critical areas: goal setting, awareness of protocol, desire to learn, commitment to excellence and recognition of wisdom. Read the full content here. Read More →
Companies are hiring to assist with the Gulf oil spill clean up efforts. A variety of positions are available including jobs for engineers, technicians, chemists, laborers, environmental specialists, project managers, and general clean up workers. Read Full Post Gulf Oil Spill Jobs originally appeared on About.com Job Searching on Saturday, May 29th, 2010 at 12:06:14. Permalink | Comment |... (more...)
Individuals and companies who have lost income due to the Deepwater Horizon Gulf oil spill may be eligible for compensation from BP. Read Full Post BP Claims Information originally appeared on About.com Job Searching on Saturday, May 29th, 2010 at 10:00:19. Permalink | Comment | Email this Read More →
When you’re job searching, it’s important to find out as much as you can about what it’s really like to work at a company you’re interested in. One of the best ways to do that is to research the company to get as much inside information as possible. Read Full Post Best and Worst Companies To Work For: Company Reviews originally appeared on About.com Job Searching on Friday,... (more...)
If you’re getting ready to relax and enjoy Memorial Day weekend, take a few minutes to plan ahead and, in addition to getting ready for a holiday weekend party, consider how you can integrate job search networking into your upcoming events. Read Full Post Promote Your Job Search at a Party originally appeared on About.com Job Searching on Friday, May 28th, 2010 at 06:00:41. Permalink | Comment... (more...)
