A recent poll in the Wall Street Journal cited an amazing statistic: 82% of people ages 18-29 believe there is a generation gap, that "older" people don't understand their needs and concerns. This number is even higher than in 1969 (74%).  Young adults prefer to get advice of any kind from their peers and if their peers can't answer a question, they can get it answered online. Although Generation Y is very close to their parents, they will not easily ...

Informational interviews are a great way to learn more about a specific job, an industry or company.  Here are some questions you can use when on an informational interview. How did you get started in this business? What made you choose XYZ company? What do you like the most and least about this job/industry/company? What impresses you when you are interviewing candidates for entry-level positions? What advice can you give me as I pursue jobs in this field? And, finally, (I know... I said 5 questions) ...

September is upon us and many college graduates who have not been able to find meaningful jobs ask themselves: is this the right time to go to grad school?  But, instead of asking if it's the right time, the question is: do I have the right reason for going to grad school? There are only three reasons for pursuing a graduate degree. The first reason is to enter a profession. To become a doctor or a lawyer, for example, will require multiple years ...

Helicopter parents are typically associated with Generation Y -- over involved parents who frequently overstep their bounds and "hover" over their child. Some parents look at themselves as being "loving and caring" and not hovering. So, how do you know if you're acting like a helicopter parent? Are you doing things for your child they can do for themselves? Did you fill out your child's college application for them? Have you ever written large sections of your child's papers? Do you associate your child's ...

You're about to drop your son or daughter off at college. You're worried that they won't be able to choose a major at school, or that they'll waste a few years at college in the "wrong" one just to switch it and have to spend more time there. Or, maybe your child has never vocalized an interest in any profession -- what do you do? Here are some tips for parents to help your child discover their path: Emphasize involvement and ...