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		<title>College Seniors: What to do BEFORE you graduate</title>
		<description><![CDATA[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&#8217;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 [...]


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<li><a href='http://careertreking.com/8-ways-to-establish-networking-contacts/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: 8 Ways to Establish Networking Contacts'>8 Ways to Establish Networking Contacts</a></li>
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		<link>http://careertreking.com/college-seniors-what-to-do-before-you-graduate/</link>
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		<title>What can the class of 2012 expect this year?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[College students and parents everywhere are asking the question: will I (or my son/daughter) be able to find a job when I (he/she) graduate?  A legitimate question as the national unemployment rate hovers at 8.6% and has been reported as high as 16% for those between the ages of 16 and 24. For college graduates, [...]


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<li><a href='http://careertreking.com/will-there-by-jobs-for-the-class-of-2009/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Will there by jobs for the class of 2009?'>Will there by jobs for the class of 2009?</a></li>
<li><a href='http://careertreking.com/what-can-the-class-of-2010-expect/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: What can the class of 2010 expect?'>What can the class of 2010 expect?</a></li>
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		<link>http://careertreking.com/what-can-the-class-of-2012-expect-this-year/</link>
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		<title>Does GPA Really Matter?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Your GPA, or grade point average, is a strong indicator of testing success in a controlled environment; it is not an accurate predictor of success in the working world.  In a recent survey conducted by Career Builder, 55% of employers reported no interest in using GPA as a recruiting tool for college graduates.  Instead, they [...]


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<li><a href='http://careertreking.com/4-to-dos-for-every-college-student/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: 4 To Dos for Every College Student'>4 To Dos for Every College Student</a></li>
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		<link>http://careertreking.com/does-gpa-really-matter/</link>
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		<title>Job Search Tips for the Holidays</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Many people believe that the holidays are the worst time to look for a job.  That is a myth.  The fact is that many organizations have their new year budgets approved and know exactly who they can hire and when.  In addition, business travel often slows down for the holidays so people are in their [...]


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<li><a href='http://careertreking.com/job-search-tips-for-the-holidays/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Job Search Tips for the Holidays'>Job Search Tips for the Holidays</a></li>
<li><a href='http://careertreking.com/4-things-job-seekers-must-do-over-the-holidays/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: 4 Things Job Seekers Must do over the Holidays'>4 Things Job Seekers Must do over the Holidays</a></li>
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		<link>http://careertreking.com/job-search-tips-for-the-holidays-2/</link>
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		<title>Take any job or wait for THE job??</title>
		<description><![CDATA[I am often asked if someone who is unemployed should take any job or wait for THE job.  Here is what I recommend to my friends and clients when asked that question: Taking any job will provide cash flow a track record of work experience and work ethic confidence benefits getting a foot in the [...]


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<li><a href='http://careertreking.com/how-you-should-use-job-boards-in-your-job-search/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: How You Should Use Job Boards in your Job Search'>How You Should Use Job Boards in your Job Search</a></li>
<li><a href='http://careertreking.com/the-first-step-in-career-planning-college-selection/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: The First Step in Career Planning: College Selection'>The First Step in Career Planning: College Selection</a></li>
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		<link>http://careertreking.com/take-any-job-or-wait-for-the-job-2/</link>
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		<title>FAQ: The College Graduate Resume</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Rule number one for resume writing: it is an art, not a science. You can ask 10 people for feedback on your resume and you will get at least 10 different suggestions.  The key to a resume is to clearly delineate what you can offer to the employer.  With that said, here are some Frequently [...]


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<li><a href='http://careertreking.com/6-things-that-are-best-left-off-your-resume/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: 6 Things that are Best Left Off Your Resume'>6 Things that are Best Left Off Your Resume</a></li>
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		<link>http://careertreking.com/faq-the-college-graduate-resume-2/</link>
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		<title>Interview Followup: why? when? how?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[You just had a great interview.  You clicked with the recruiter, you liked the hiring manager&#8230; even the receptionist was friendly.  You really want that job.  What can you do AFTER the interview to help make sure the job us yours??? Within the first 24 hours&#8230;. Send a (separate) thank you note to everyone you [...]


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<li><a href='http://careertreking.com/5-tips-for-effective-job-searching/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: 5 Tips for Effective Job Searching'>5 Tips for Effective Job Searching</a></li>
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		<link>http://careertreking.com/interview-followup-why-when-how/</link>
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		<title>Best Places for College Grads to Look for a Job</title>
		<description><![CDATA[In order of priority On-campus recruiting.  This tops the list…  the employer is coming to YOU. Internship programs.  The conversion rate from an internship to full time employment averages 50%. Employee referrals.  Knowing someone who can recommend you at one of your target organizations is significantly more successful than applying blind. Career and job fairs.  [...]


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		<link>http://careertreking.com/best-places-for-college-grads-to-look-for-a-job/</link>
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		<title>The Dos and Don&#8217;ts of a Successful Job Search</title>
		<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s no surprise that jobs are harder than ever to come by.  And the &#8220;right&#8221; job??  Many job seekers have stopped questioning what the right job is&#8211; 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, [...]


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		<link>http://careertreking.com/the-dos-and-donts-of-a-successful-job-search/</link>
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		<title>Demonstrating Appropriate Behavior at Work</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Hiring employers are looking (and expecting) that professionals of all ages act appropriately and respectfully in the workplace.  Young professionals are especially susceptible as they transition from school to work...


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		<link>http://careertreking.com/demonstrating-appropriate-behavior-at-work/</link>
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