Whether to work for a large company or a small start up depends in large upon a person's work values, or what they need to feel motivated in the workplace. Large companies typically can provide more perks, from career development and training opportunities to a gym or even subsidized food in the cafeteria.  They may help pay for graduate school and offer more resources than small companies.  These are all positive things.  But they can also have more levels of decision ...

Networking is the single most effective way to find a job in any economic climate and never moreso than in a bleak job market.  Many college graduates don't realize just how many contacts they already have.  Check out this list to see if you can identify more contacts. Your boss.  The biggest thing employers are looking for in a college grad is a work ethic.  Who better to ask for job search help than a current or former boss? Your parents. ...

It's a tough job market... we all know that.  But applicants frequently (and inadvertently) hurt their own chances in the job market by committing one of these errors. Make sure you're not one of them. Not having a clearly defined job search plan.  Knowing what you want to do, what companies you will target and  how (specifically) you will approach those companies will yield more successful results. Typos on resumes and cover letters will get your information moved to the infamous circular ...

This may sound elementary but I have been asked this question so often, I thought I would reiterate it.  The 5 must-haves on your business cards are: Your professional name Your cell phone number (no cutsey voice mail messages, please!) Your email address: a gmail address with your full name is preferable.  You want to make it easy for people to contact you! Your Linked In account profile link: people will not carry your resume but they will carry a business card.  With your ...

The job market is dismal for any job seeker but for those starting out, there are a few things you can do to make the job search more successful. First, create a structured job search plan that includes target employers and specific activities to approach those employers.  Your plan should include activities such as networking, temp work and searching company websites for jobs.  A daily schedule helps as well to keep yourself on track.  Keep in mind the "10/10" rule: no ...