Mohammadali F. via Compfight Everyone experiences anxiety and fear to some degree, but some individuals allow overwhelming fear and intimidation to prevent them from pursuing their dreams and achieving important goals. A fear of failure and lack of confidence are often the root causes of this crippling anxiety, leaving those individuals affected to seek out…
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Questions to Ask About Job Placement Statistics
Many colleges and degree programs boast high job placement ratings that all but guarantee a job upon graduation, but what do those percentages really mean? It’s probably not surprising that schools skew information in their favor. When you hear an exceptionally high statistic, ask some important questions to find out if things are as great…
Where to Find Insider Career Information
It’s easy to find job descriptions, but they don’t tell you what people really think about their jobs and employers. Before deciding to pursue a career or accept a position, you should hear from the people who’ve actually been there. Several websites allow people to write honestly about their career experiences and submit employer reviews. …
Great Jobs for Business Majors
As the most popular bachelor’s degree, business provides a wide degree of career opportunities. Many students choose to major in business because it’s practical but not too specific. Business students study marketing, information systems, human resources, accounting, finance, and management. This breadth of knowledge attracts employers in a variety of industries. If you’re a business…
Create Your Own Best Jobs List
Sam Churchill via Compfight Search for “best jobs” and you’ll find plenty of lists. While these lists provide a great resource for career planning, they aren’t specific enough for the individual reader. External factors including pay and demand matter, but so do other factors that vary from person to person. Where to Start…