Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
Jason Mayes via Compfight Large corporations are often demonized by both consumers and employees. However, working for a large company can prove advantageous for professionals, particularly entry-level workers. Some major reasons to consider a corporate job: Better Training and Mentoring Possibly the greatest advantage to working at a large company, particularly for entry-level workers, is Read More …
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 Read More …
If you’ve been on a job board lately, you may have noticed an interesting and, for job-seekers, frustrating trend: entry-level jobs requiring several years of experience. Getting experience has always been a challenge for recent graduates, but it seems more difficult than ever to find a true entry-level position. Why the mislabeling of jobs? Money Read More …
When the economy is bad, employers are hesitant to invest in inexperienced applicants, and older workers delay retirement. Campus recruiting has also dried up, eliminating a way for graduates to find real entry-level jobs. These factors create significant barriers for new graduates. But it’s not all bad news. Hiring of 2010 graduates is greater than Read More …
Employers tend to be more cautious when hiring for entry-level positions. Candidates typically have little work experience and therefore are more of a risk. In place of work history, hiring managers look for other accomplishments to prove a potential hire’s ability to succeed in the workplace. Take the following actions to prepare yourself for an Read More …