You love being around students and young learners. Imparting knowledge to other people is not just another job to you; it’s a passion and a calling. You love to teach and you know you are a good teacher. Now, how do you get hired as a teacher? Let’s start with your resume; an effective resume is absolutely essential in today’s extremely competitive job market. The question now becomes: What should it focus on?

 

1. Career Statement. Let's not confuse this with an objective, which says little about what you are all about. In your Career Statement, you need to be specific and let the employer know… Read More

Some people are born for routine 9-to-5 jobs, sitting at a desk free of any excitement. Some people enjoy working all alone without any sort of human contact. But then, there are just some who simply can’t sit still; they need an adrenaline rush or to get in on the action all the time. If you’re the type who needs to be constantly on the go, then you’re in luck because there are diverse jobs that allow you to feed that need.

 

Fitness Instructor They have to keep moving in order for their students to keep moving too. This job would help you develop a great body too! Perks also include meeting celebrities (who… Read More

 

 

(You asked for it, Katrina...and you got it!)

 

People change jobs all the time and so do military men (and women). It’s a great leap, but it’s not any different from changing careers as most people do to cope with the changing times. The challenge here is how to translate your skills and achievements in the military in a way that appeals to corporate needs.

 

Here are some tips to help military personnel make the switch to a corporate setting:

 

Socialize Being in the military means that you have been confined to a work environment typically more rigorous and… Read More

 

 

So you're a law enforcer or a military person? Most people think being in the military or law enforcement makes one appear tough. That may be so, but it's also tough to enter the service. You are probably aware that even as you read this there are a lot of people like you who share the same dream of landing a job in the military or law enforcement. Competition can be very fierce. Here are a few things to remember when you craft a winning resume that highlights your career as a public servant.

 

1. Education: Accentuate the Details. Let the officer know that you came from a good school and… Read More

 

A writer’s resume is distinct from that of traditional corporate resumes. A writer’s resume focuses more on projects rather than places of employment. Most writers are self-employed, which sometimes makes writing their resume a little bit more complicated. Your resume is the first document (aside from your submission) that publishers, editors and agents see; so it on;y makes sense that it should showcase who you are as a writer: where your successes are accentuated, and where your interests, passions and style are explained. Are you a romantic novelist? A serious journalist? A jack of all trades? A humorist? The tone and style… Read More

 

Not everyone lives the good life; with the recession, more and more people are forced into accepting low paying jobs. If you don’t find your job title on this list then you should be thankful for that. But in case you do, don’t feel too bad. The life lessons we get from doing honest work still count, no matter what it is you are doing.

 

Here’s the list of the 5 lowest paying jobs in America:

 

1. Hosts and Hostesses in Restaurants and Lounges Hotel and Restaurant entry level jobs are not so lucrative. These job titles only earn $19,190 annually. It gets better though, I heard that… Read More

Some job seekers only have one resume. Some have two and others have more than three. Which begs the question: how many resumes should you really have anyway? Normally, there is no one-size-fits-all resume, but determining how many resumes you should have depends on many factors. You have to go back and think of your career plans as well as your skills, capabilities, and experience. The following advice may help you gain insight on how many resumes you should really prepare.

 

1. What are your career goals? The number of resumes you should prepare depends on the position(s) you want to pursue. If you are someone who… Read More

Just as corporate folks get bored of the usual, people holding odd jobs can also get tired of what they are doing and hope for a sense of normalcy. Sometimes severe monetary reasons push people to take jobs that are a bit out of the ordinary. But whatever reason you may have, whether it’s money, curiosity or real interest, there is always have some kind of lesson to learn from these unusual jobs.

 

Here are some jobs that might raise an interviewer’s eyebrow and leave them in awe and disbelief and just blurt out “Excuse me, you were a what?”

 

Snake Milker You can say: I helped scientists to create… Read More

There’s no scarcity in government jobs because these agencies will always be here to stay. If you browse through the job openings you will find there are positions available that pay way over $100,000. Most of the positions would pay around $50,000-$60,000 on the average. Plus the benefits are awesome! So you see, it’s not a bad idea to look into a career with the government.

 

Heads up though, applying for a government job is completely different from the usual applications for private companies. Application for a government job involves a lot of detail…and I mean a LOT of detail! Browse through the description for each of… Read More

Desperation can lead us to make a lot of bad decisions when our mind is cluttered with all the problems we carry on our shoulders. Sometimes personal relationships or problems saying “no” can also affect our judgment and lead to really poor choices. Being nice and agreeable are traits often expected from every applicant, but it is still best to take control of every decision.

 

In order for you not to stray from your goals, you must take the wheel and not let others sway you (too much) into making decisions about your career. Don’t just go with the flow. Take careful consideration of what choices you accept or forget about altogether.… Read More