Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
Many college graduates can expect to relocate in order to find employment. It’s not surprising that those who invested money and time into job training put their careers before desired locations. A recent study published by Apartment List shows that college graduate renters are moving for jobs, while renters without a degree move for location. Key Read More …
You’ve likely heard that robots are taking our jobs. Although that’s an extreme statement, there’s some truth to it. Many jobs that once offered good pay or upward mobility within an organization are now being replaced by technology. Some of the disappearing jobs are obvious, like cashiers. We see how automation is eliminating these positions Read More …
A new survey from Junior Achievement USA (JA) shows that 77 percent of parents are “concerned” about their children’s ability to have a successful job or career as adults in light of global competition and automation. The same percentage (77%) of teens said they share similar concerns about having a successful job or career Read More …
The best time to find out about a potential employer’s work environment is before and during the interview. You don’t want to accept a job only to discover that your workplace is miserable. While interviewing for a job, you may be focused on impressing the hiring manager(s) but you should also be taking Read More …
Most professions don’t allow enough time off to travel extensively, but some lucky people get paid to travel. If you can’t get enough travel or just don’t like staying in one place all the time, a travel-related job could be for you. Read on for five jobs for travel lovers to consider. Flight Attendant Read More …
Do you struggle with math even after studying long hours and seeking help? Maybe you’re okay at math but just don’t like the subject. The truth is that many people don’t like math for one reason or another. Some people learn to like math over time, but for others it just never clicks. Don’t feel Read More …
Skilled trades are often overlooked because college is viewed as a necessary step on the path to success. However, careers in the skilled trades can often pay more than jobs that require college degrees and workers with these skills are often hard to find due a decrease in interest as students choose college over the Read More …
When you think of working in the medical field, you may imagine making life and death decisions in split second or delivering bad news to a patient. But many jobs in the healthcare field aren’t quite as stressful and they often come with decent salaries and job security. If you’re not up for high Read More …
Looking for job that’s in demand? It’s good to know what jobs employer need to fill before you start applying. Knowing which jobs are in great supply gives you the opportunity to tailor your resume to highlight skills and experience relevant to these jobs. The following job titles currently have the most listings* across the Read More …
Working at home offers many advantages, including saved time and travel expenses. Those who work from home also tend to have more flexible schedules. A designated office space is important if you plan to work from home, since you’ll need to be free of distractions. If you have your heart set on working from home, Read More …