If you are considering a career change, but don’t want to start completely over, there are alternatives that will allow you to use your experience in a new job. Some options to consider: Change where you work. Most careers offer a variety of options in terms of where you can work. For example, nurses can…
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Should the Recession Influence Your Choice of Career?
With the constant reports of layoffs and rising unemployment, will more people choose secure occupations over more prestigious or exciting ones? I graduated high school shortly after the dot-com bust and, as a result, never considered a career in information technology. High school and college students, as well as workers who have experienced layoffs, may…
Five Job Scam Red Flags
If you’ve visited job boards lately, you have probably seen work-at-home jobs advertised. There are also positions listed that promise suspiciously high wages with little details about the actual job. While it is possible to find a good job online, many of these ads are scams that provide profit for only a few people while…
Dealing with Academic and Career Disappointment
Failing a test, being turned down for a job, and being laid off are all very difficult experiences for most people. The poor self esteem, depression, and anxiety that result from these events can make it hard to perform your best in the future. You tried so hard and weren’t rewarded, so why keep trying?…
Common Fears about Pursuing Your Dream Career
Why do people pursue certain careers? I suspect that many choose their careers because they are familiar and safe. Maybe they grew up in an area where there weren’t a lot of career options, so they chose something they knew. They are held back from pursuing careers that interest them because they have fears, some…