You might ask yourself, “Why do I need a degree if I can already get a job?” Of course, you might have millions of reasons to convince yourself that it’s not necessary to finish your degree to make money. But mind you, there are just as many reasons why it’s better to have a degree. For one, you land a BETTER job. And the fact remains - better job means higher income: you earn 62% more with a degree in your hand than if you were a high school graduate. If that doesn’t convince you, let me enumerate more specific reasons.

 

1. In case you haven’t noticed, most job openings require you to indicate information about your… Read More

A lot of us tend to be complacent when things are just going all too well. But then with the rise of unforeseen events like massive lay offs most of us are stricken with the effects of recession. Don’t get caught off guard. Incorporate these tips in your everyday work life to assure you a safe spot whenever the ground shakes.

 

1. Work like you're losing your job. Negative events sometimes bring out the best in people. Think of it like training for a race...imagine the wolves coming after you..won't that motivate you to run faster? This would be a great way for you to see the value of your job no matter how much… Read More

The vast number of online job boards out there can be confusing and sometimes you have to wonder which one of those job postings are even real. Scams are well hidden these days; so don’t just jump at the first job posting you come across. Avoid postings with vague job details. Learn to spot the good ones so your efforts won’t just be for nothing. Here are some tips to make those online job boards work for you.

 

• Set clear career goals. You should base your search on your education and training, skills and experience.

 

• Aside from submitting at popular job boards, look for job boards that are industry-specific.… Read More

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Exposure is the key and this generally works especially for celebrities and politicians. Thus, it would seem logical to advertise your resume to any social means possible. Not always! Let me tell you why. Sending out your resume is like a contest where the more entries you send, the more chances of winning. But you’d be deluding yourself if you’d expect great results relying on only this. Among the tools in your job hunting arsenal, Social Networking emerges as one of the most powerful; however, you have to heed some warning signs using this approach.

 

Let’s break this down. With the rise of Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook,… Read More

Everyone needs a break from work. Sometimes, you go on a short leave; but there are times when you have to leave work for a long period because of necessity. Now that you want to rejoin the world of the employed, you have to go job hunting again and that means you need a resume.

 

Here are some things to consider on your return-to-work journey.

 

1. Make sure you're ready. The word ready means you should be very certain that you want to go back to work. Be sure that the break you had was enough to get you back on your feet and find the job you want. If you still have some reservations, better step back… Read More

Not so good playing around with words? Well, let me give you a hand. Writing great resumes is my expertise after all!

 

By using powerful adjectives, you can tickle the imagination and put a spotlight on your resume. Don’t just plainly make a statement; remember your goal is to impress, so do exactly just that! Use action words or power words that can better describe what you do and what you have accomplished.

 

Have you seen a resume written based on resume wizards? Compare those with customized resumes and you’d be introduced to a whole new definition of mediocre and brilliant pieces.

 

Here are some… Read More

Everyone dreams of a bright future when they finish college but nearly half of the graduates do not even know the kind of job they want. An unclear mindset coupled with the economy’s current state makes it even harder for a graduate to find a job that fits both his interests as well as his capabilities.

 

Here are the top five job opportunities that are suitable for graduates to get a head start in this trying economy:

 

1. Accounting/Auditing. Most roles in accounting call for someone who has completed credit hours in accounting and is simply good with numbers (this is true for accounting clerks and… Read More

Pay is not just always commensurate to education or experience it can also vary depending on the demand, the company you’ll be working for or the state where the workplace is located.

 

Obviously, people in the medical field are among the highest paid. Doctors easily earn more than $100,000, however Registered Nurses, Physical Therapists and Massage Therapists earn between $45,000 to $65,000. The investment to earn degrees in this field will not be cheap. You could almost say “It pays to study hard”. Oh but the rewards would be infinite. Yes, these jobs really pay good coin.… Read More

There’s always a time when one has to take time off from working. It could be by choice; but in some cases, it’s beyond your control. So, how do you explain an employment gap in your resume? Your explanation depends on the circumstances and activities you were involved in while you were unemployed; but the point is, you have to justify these gaps in your resume.

 

Here are some tips on how to address these gaps:

 

1. For short-term employment gaps, leave out inclusive months when you write your work history. Just write down the inclusive years. Aside from making it easier to read, this covers up the apparent gaps.… Read More