The participation for the career bootcamp in NYC next week is much less than expected. Two thirds of college grads expect to have a job within 3 months of graduation. Wow. both statements seem counter inutitive to me. This is the worst job market for college grads in decades yet there seems to be a lack of concern coming from the grads. Our advice: get out there and start now! Things are getting somewhat better but ...

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There is a career boot camp for college graduates in Manhattan on June 3 and 4. Reps from many large companies including Estee Lauder and Accenture will be there to provide career advice and networking opportunities. For info and registration: www.careerbootcampnyc.com

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I just read an article in the Boston Globe that when you lose a job, it may be the time to find your "passion". The word is definitely overused but you get the point. But what about college seniors who may be entering the workplace for the first time? What's their passion??? Finding a job and moving out of the house is probably passion enough for right now. Building a track record of work experience where you ...