Category: Entry-level workers

10 skills to boost your paycheck

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You may have heard that learning new skills is a great way to advance in your career.

But what specific skills should you focus on?

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Labor laws protect vulnerable workers

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Did you know that everyone who works in the United States has the same workplace rights?

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Find the certifications employers value the most

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Ready to boost your career?

Earning a certification is a great place to start.

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What is the minimum wage?

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Minimum wage in the United States: if the topic incites both your curiosity and confusion, read on for some facts, myth busters, and revelations.

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5 careers you can get with a degree in information security

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Thinking about an IT career? One of these cyber security fields may be right for you.

According to a report by Forbes.com, there were 209,000 vacancies of cyber security jobs heading into 2016.

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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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I’m still in high school—why should I take an interest assessment?

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There’s one big reason to take an interest assessment when you’re starting to think about your future career plans: when you enjoy your job, you’re more likely to be good at it.

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5 tips for teens looking for a summer job

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Summer’s officially here, but it’s not too late to search for and land a summer job.

Follow these 5 tips to help make your search successful:

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Career and employment help for young adults

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Job seekers ages 16-24 have a new, mobile-friendly resource to help them plan their careers, explore education and training options, and search and apply for jobs: CareerOneStop’s GetMyFuture website!

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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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