Category: Entry-level workers

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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New graduates: time to clean up your online image

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Getting ready to graduate and hit the job market?

Take the time to clean up your social media profiles before future employers start looking for you online.

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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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Welding as a Career: Exciting, Rewarding and Secure

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Looking for a solid career with a promising future?

Learn more about welding from guest blogger Audrey Jenkins.

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Top 10 in-demand IT skills

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It’s the third annual Computer Science Education Week, a national call to action promoting computer science education and computer careers.

It’s a terrific opportunity for kids to learn about and expand their computer sills—but gaining those skills isn’t just for kids.

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Solve the interview mystery

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Everyone knows about the great mystery of interviewing that every job candidate wants to solve: How can I demonstrate that I am perfect for this job?

While your employer research and review of common interview questions are important, they aren’t enough. You need to go deeper.

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Study up on Apprenticeship Week

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Announcing the first annual National Apprenticeship Week, November 2-8!

Want to get paid to learn valuable job skills? Or recruit and retain a skilled, diverse workforce? Apprenticeship is on the rise.

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Jobs on the decline: Watch for narrowing job openings

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Wondering whether openings in your field are narrowing down, or if you will find job openings after investing in a training program?

To chart your future, take a look at these jobs on the decline, and what factors may be behind the changes.

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