Job Hunting Tips
Network! Think of the people you know — relatives, friends, professors, classmates, co-workers at summer jobs, and others. Make more of an effort to meet with… Read More »Job Hunting Tips
Job Hunting Tips
Preparing for a Job Interview?
Career counselors say a good job interview starts well before the jobseeker and interviewer meet. Preparation can be as important as the interview itself. Researching,… Read More »Preparing for a Job Interview?
Job Growth by Industry over the next decade: Number 1?
What are the hot jobs of the future? No one knows for sure, but the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) identifies occupations that are… Read More »Job Growth by Industry over the next decade: Number 1?
Does Formal Education Really Impact Earning Potential?
Everyone is told that their level of formal education will greatly determine their earning potential. But is there data to support the concept of learning… Read More »Does Formal Education Really Impact Earning Potential?
Has Going Green become a hot new career path?
Data suggests that green related occupations are pushing above the median average for income and job satisfaction. What’s good for the earth may be good… Read More »Has Going Green become a hot new career path?
What to Expect if Hired as an Office Clerk
General office clerks perform a variety of clerical tasks, including answering telephones, typing documents, and filing records. Duties General office clerks typically do the following:… Read More »What to Expect if Hired as an Office Clerk
Writing a Cover Letter that Works
Your cover letter is your opportunity to make a good first impression with the Federal hiring manager. It provides you with the chance to convince… Read More »Writing a Cover Letter that Works
80% of Resumes are Rejected in Just 11 Seconds – How To Write A Better One
The resume is the first impression a potential employer will have about you, long before an interview or introduction is possible. It’s one of the… Read More »80% of Resumes are Rejected in Just 11 Seconds – How To Write A Better One
Facts about the US Minimum Wage in 2019
What is the federal minimum wage? Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the federal minimum wage for covered nonexemptemployees is $7.25 per hour effective July 24,… Read More »Facts about the US Minimum Wage in 2019
Why are Apprenticeships making a huge comeback?
In June 2017, President Trump signed the Executive Order “Expanding Apprenticeships in America.” This Executive Order contained several important tasks and requirements to help modernize… Read More »Why are Apprenticeships making a huge comeback?