The food service industry may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about long-term career options, but there are many people out there that choose the food service industry and excel in it. Check out this overview for more information.
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Five Tips for Getting Positive Job References
What would former and current bosses say about you if you gave their names as a reference? A good reference is important, after all, to getting the job you want and building a great career. Here are five tips you should keep in mind.
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Choosing a Career Pathway That’s Best for You
It can be hard to pinpoint exactly what job is best suited to your skills and talents, and sometimes you’re not exactly sure what you need to do to be able to get there. Here are some steps that you can follow to build a satisfying, effective career pathway.
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Getting Started in Three Education Careers
If you are interested in a career in education, you may ask yourself, ‘What kind of educator do I want to be?’, and, ‘Where do I begin?’ Answering these questions starts with understanding the education labor market as well as beginning to develop your career pathway.
One Indispensable Career Advice Tool
When you’re looking for a job, trying to enhance your career or even thinking about switching fields, you might find that the journey is full of false starts and complications that you didn't anticipate. It can be a frustrating experience, but the trick is getting real advice that you can help you get ahead.
Miami Valley Goodwill Connects Veterans with Employers with the Help of Retired Military Personnel
Goodwill Easter Seals Miami Valley (OH) is dedicating a new program to the meaningful, long-term employment of veterans in the Miami Valley. The Veterans and Employers Connection is a community partnership led by the Goodwill intended to meets the needs of veterans and employers in the area by coordinating a broad range of resources available to them.
Three Social Media Sites to Use for Networking and Job Searching
Traditionally, searching for a job meant face-to-face networking, going through classified ads in print publications, and attending job fairs. Today, using social media to network and find job opportunities can give you a big advantage over individuals who are only using print and in-person approaches to landing a job. Each social network has its particular advantages, but there are three sites that deserve special consideration from job seekers.
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The Long-distance Job Search: Getting Past the Zip Code Filter
Meredith from Orlando, FL, asks, “I’m willing to move for a job but am afraid I’m being weeded out simply because my address isn’t local. What can I do to increase my chances of success?”
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How to Overcome Being Overqualified
Brendon from Denver, CO, asks, “I have a good educational background and strong work experience on my résumé, but higher-level jobs are too hard to come by in my field. I’m applying to positions that are a step down from my previous role as a last resort. I really just need a job. How do I handle the fact that I’m overqualified during the application and interview process?”
Networking Cards: The Pocket-sized Résumé
Katie from Nashville, TN, asks, “I’m job hunting and attending lots of career fair and networking events. A friend told me I should get business cards to hand out to people, but I don’t know where to start. Can you help me?”
