Category: Career changers

5 career ideas for introverts

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An introverted nature is almost always accompanied by some above-average abilities, such as strong observation, excellent listening skills, high degree of readiness and extreme attention to detail.

If you’re an introvert, then you should definitely choose a career that plays to your unique skills.

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Build your network through professional associations

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Whether you’re just starting out or already have an established career, a little bit of networking can pay off big.

CareerOneStop’s Professional Association Finder can help you locate professional networking groups in your field.

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Promising careers within reach

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What kind of job could you get that pays well, but won’t take much extra training? A new study by Mathematica Policy Research just made the answer easier to find.

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Thirsty for a new career? Look into the water sector

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Would you like to have a job that puts you on the front lines of protecting the environment and your local community?

The water sector may be for you.

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How America loves to learn

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A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that Americans prefer learning in-person over online methods, and that their strongest motivations to learn include both getting ahead, and personal fulfillment.

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Differentiating a nontraditional career path

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Nontraditional careers, tailored to individual needs and based on more than one source of income, are increasingly appealing.

Guest author Ron Elsdon elaborates in his book How to Build a Nontraditional Career Path: Embracing Economic Disruption

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Five Tips on How Recent College Grads Can Beat the Resume Robots

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These days, the first screening of your resume and job application is not likely to be done by a person but by a computer using ATS (Applicant Tracking System) screening software

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Looking for the right career? Start with self-assessment

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Career assessments that help you identify your skills, interests, or values can help you choose a good career fit.

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Networking? Start using social media!

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Even though networking is a very effective job search method, it can be daunting to pick up the phone or walk into a room and start talking.

Online networking offers another way to reach a large group of people who can power up your job search.

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Ideas for a new career

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Do you secretly believe a career assessment might reveal the “real you” ?

Career assessments can provide important feedback about finding a career that suits you.

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