Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
Photo by Vlada Karpovich from Pexels With more people working and learning from home, it’s imperative that a home office fosters productivity. Not only should a home work environment encourage productivity, it should also be comfortable. Even if you plan to go back to work at the office or learning in the classroom, always keep a dedicated space…
Job search scams have been around for a long time. However, as technology has evolved and new challenges appear for job seekers, scammers have developed new tactics. According to the Better Business Bureau, the COVD-19 pandemic has caused an increase in work-from-home job scams. In a recent article, job search site FlexJobs identified fourteen common…
The United States is currently facing a shortage of skilled trade workers. This is due to several factors, including an emphasis on four-year college degrees and retiring Baby Boomers. This shortage has pushed up wages for those working in skilled trades. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for all construction…
Although women’s participation in the workforce has increased considerably over the past 70 years, a gender pay gap still exists. On average, a woman earns 81 cents for every dollar earned by a man. Pay gaps are larger in some industries and occupations than in others. For example, women in legal occupations earn just 55…
Job searching after graduation is intimidating and often overwhelming. With such a competitive job market, it can be hard to determine how to stand out from other candidates and get companies to hire you. Your first professional job out of college is important. It’s your first stepping stone into the professional world and will make…