With the state of the economy in turmoil all over the world, many young people and their parents are questioning the usefulness of a college education.
by pentecostalsofoc under CC BY with WPSEOPixAre there any jobs for graduates?
While governments encourage young people to get a degree, increasing fees and the lack of good jobs at the end of it, are leading many people to think twice. The prospect of huge debt and a mediocre job, in a field unrelated to your studies or worse
Saturday 19 May 2012
Friday 18 May 2012
Recession Proof Jobs
Is there such a thing as a recession proof job? These days, very little in life is certain and this applies more than ever to job security. The days in which you could find a job and expect to be there for all of your working life are long gone.
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Sunday 13 May 2012
Finding Out About Nursing
When you are considering which career might be the right one for you, it's a good idea to do as much research as possible. This is particularly true if you are considering a tough career such as nursing.
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Although any type of work in the medical field is rewarding, it comes with its down side and the best way to find out about this is not from career brochures, but from people who have actually done the job themselves.
Finding someone in your chosen or
Friday 11 May 2012
New Approach to Job Search
Taking a different approach to finding a job could be the key to success in today's economy. If you have been sending out CVs or resumes with cover letters and getting nowhere, it could be time to try something new.
by CERTs under CC BY-ND with WPSEOPix New Approach to Job SearchThese days there are a number of different ways in which you can look for a job. In fact the most tradition route of responding to classified ads is one of the least effective ways of finding the
by CERTs under CC BY-ND with WPSEOPix New Approach to Job SearchThese days there are a number of different ways in which you can look for a job. In fact the most tradition route of responding to classified ads is one of the least effective ways of finding the
Thursday 10 May 2012
Job Interview Tips for Young People
Interviews are an unavoidable part of the the jobsearch process and as the marketplace gets more competitive, it's really important to develop good interview skills, whatever age you are. But this is particularly important if you have just left college and are looking for your first job.
by bpsusf under CC BY with WPSEOPix Job Interview Skills
If you are a parent, there is plenty you can do to help your son or daughter get ready for a job interview. They need to know that with so
by bpsusf under CC BY with WPSEOPix Job Interview Skills
If you are a parent, there is plenty you can do to help your son or daughter get ready for a job interview. They need to know that with so
Wednesday 9 May 2012
Coping With Job Rejection
If you are looking for a job, you will experience some level of job rejection. Just how much will depend on a lot of factors - the local economy, your level of experience and skill, the industry in which you have been working are just a few.
by Kheel Center, Cornell University under CC BY with WPSEOPix Coping With Job Rejection
However, one of the most important points in dealing with rejection, is how you react to it. In yesterday's post we looked at resilience when
Monday 7 May 2012
Career Survival Tactics
With so little job security, so much redundancy and the cost of living rising at an unprecedented rate, it's no surprise that so many people are suffering
from stress.
It is a particularly tough time for those who have already lost their jobs, especially if they find themselves having to start out again in a new field.
You can't control the economy or your employer. So what can you do to cope more effectively with uncertainty in the workplace?
While it is normal to feel anxious if you
from stress.
It is a particularly tough time for those who have already lost their jobs, especially if they find themselves having to start out again in a new field.
You can't control the economy or your employer. So what can you do to cope more effectively with uncertainty in the workplace?
While it is normal to feel anxious if you
Thursday 3 May 2012
Phlebotomy as a Career
Jobs in the medical sector are on the increase and this is one area which is not affected by the economy.However, not everyone is cut out to be a doctor or nurse and so it is important to look at the other career opportunities available. You may find that there are jobs you have never heard of or considered.
by comedy_nose under CC BY with WPSEOPixPhlebotomy as a Career
One such job is phlebotomy. You have probably had to have a blood test at some point in your life - this is because
by comedy_nose under CC BY with WPSEOPixPhlebotomy as a Career
One such job is phlebotomy. You have probably had to have a blood test at some point in your life - this is because
Wednesday 2 May 2012
Finding Inspiration for Your Career
When you are trying to make a career choice, whether you are just starting out or whether you are changing careers, how do you go about it? Do you create a plan, starting from where you are now and listing the steps you will need to take to reach your intended goal?
This is certainly one way to do it and it can be very helpful .After all, if you have a definite career in mind, you need to know which qualifications and skills you'll have to acquire and you'll need to know what sort of
This is certainly one way to do it and it can be very helpful .After all, if you have a definite career in mind, you need to know which qualifications and skills you'll have to acquire and you'll need to know what sort of
Tuesday 1 May 2012
Volunteering in Hospitals
Should You Volunteer in a Hospital Before You Apply to Medical School?
If you are a medical student or planning to study medicine, is it a good idea to volunteer in a hospital?
Many students don't have the time to volunteer - they are too busy with their studies and part-time jobs to find the time. This is particularly true for medical students. Studying medicine takes longer and is more gruelling than many other courses and so it may be a good idea to do your hospital volunteering before
If you are a medical student or planning to study medicine, is it a good idea to volunteer in a hospital?
Many students don't have the time to volunteer - they are too busy with their studies and part-time jobs to find the time. This is particularly true for medical students. Studying medicine takes longer and is more gruelling than many other courses and so it may be a good idea to do your hospital volunteering before
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