It’s no surprise that jobs are harder than ever to come by.  And the “right” job??  Many job seekers have stopped questioning what the right job is– they just want to be employed.  But there are definitely things every job seeker can do to increase their chances of success. First, stop perfecting your resume.  Yes, it has to depict who you are and what you can bring to the table. Yes, it has to be error-free.  And, yes, it has to ...

You just had a great interview.  You clicked with the recruiter, you liked the hiring manager… even the receptionist was friendly.  You really want that job.  What can you do AFTER the interview to help make sure the job is yours??? Within the first 24 hours…. Send a (separate) thank you note to everyone you met with.  Each note should be customized for each person you met with and should be used as one more way to sell yourself.  Keep the note ...

The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently released some statistics: almost 50% of all job searches exceed 6 months.  When you are looking for a job, 6 months is a long time.  How can you shorten your job search to land  a job sooner? Be clear on your career goals.  Know what you want and why you are qualified.  Your goals should be realistic and include a wide variety of tactics.  For example, a job seeker who wants to pursue a career ...

It's that time of year.  College graduation is up on us.  Many seniors are frantically trying to complete all requirements for graduation and many are wondering what to do about the bleak job market.  One very common strategy is to attend graduate school.   After all, college students know how to study and what to expect from academia.  But there are ONLY 3 reasons to attend grad school immediately after college: First, to enter a profession. If a pre-med student is ...

College seniors everywhere are busy completing graduation requirements and (hopefully) formulating post-graduation plans.  Here are a few things you can- and should- do before you graduate. If you have't already done so, make an appointment with  Career Services. Have your resume reviewed and conduct a mock interview.  Most Career Centers will continue to support students beyond graduation, but you’re sure to get a better response if they can place a name with a face when you call. Likewise, make an appointment with the ...