Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
I’ve focused on introverts in a past article because introverts are more limited in terms of what careers they can pursue. Since I don’t want to leave extroverts out, I’ll suggest some good jobs for introverts and extroverts within each field. Many introvert career suggestions will suit extroverts and visa versa. This post is meant…
There are many online career assessments. Some tests can be very helpful when helping you decide on a career. Before you take a test or pay for a detailed report, you should look for signs that the test will be as accurate as possible. Here are some characteristics of a good career test: 1. It…
Recessions and economic downturns can seem pretty scary, particularly if you are a college student or recent graduate hoping to break into the job market. You haven’t even gotten your foot in the door while experienced workers are being laid off left and right. However, there are a few major advantages that young candidates have…
Who majors in history? Future business executives, lawyers, politicians, and writers. With a history degree, you are not limited to a particular occupation or field. Many history majors go on to obtain a doctorate, business or law degree. If you aren’t sure about graduate school (or want to take a break from school), but still…
English majors have skills that employers highly value: critical thinking, communication and reading comprehension. People with English degrees can be found in a wide variety of industries and occupations, including advertising and media. Some great careers for English majors to consider: Copy Writer Copy writers create advertising copy and promotional materials. They collaborate with clients,…