Emotional intelligence, the ability to identify and control emotions in oneself and others, has gained much attention recently. With the increasing automation and offshoring of jobs that don’t require much human interaction, emotional intelligence will be become even more important as time passes. Although not everyone is a natural at understanding or regulating emotions,…
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Gaining Marketable Skills in College
AdamLogan via Compfight Most students go to college in order to improve their earning potential and job prospects. With rising tuition costs at public and private institutions, learning for the sake of learning just isn’t enough. Unfortunately, many students graduate without useful skills that allow them to be competitive in the job market. But by…
Can Your Hobby Be a Career?
Everyone dreams about turning a favorite hobby into a career. What’s not to love about working for yourself and earning money while having fun? Unfortunately, not all hobbies can produce full-time incomes. How do you know when it’s time to turn your favorite past-time into a career? Three signs that your hobby might make a…
Tips for Gaining Transferable Skills in College
No matter what major you choose, gaining transferable skills should be a key goal in your college career. Transferable skills differ from technical skills in that they are useful in any industry or job. Examples of transferable skills include communication, organization, leadership, research and time management. By demonstrating these skills, you’ll experience a wider variety…
Essential Skills for Entry Level Job Seekers
As it has been said time and time again, today’s economic atmosphere is a desolate and dark place. With many highly qualified candidates on the hunt and only a few well-paying jobs actually available, finding a job that fits your skill set and qualification level is challenging. So, because there are so many job-seekers with…