Is this the year you’re going to make the leap to a new career? Sometimes a career change is inspired by the realities of the job market: salaries, demand, technology or any number of factors can be big motivators for…
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Over 50 and overqualified?
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The job market is improving for older workers, but many still deal with the concern that they may appear overqualified to a prospective employer.
Mount a defensive against this assumption by putting yourself in the employer’s shoes.
Careers in video-game design
Think you have what it takes to be a video-game designer?
Video-game design jobs require a mix of artistic creativity and technical skills.
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Career and Technical Education
If we told you that high school students can earn high school credits while taking skill training that prepares them for high-wage, high-demand careers, would you say that sounds too good to be true?
National Apprenticeship Week: apprenticeships for veterans
This year National Apprenticeship Week (Nov. 13-17) comes right on the heels of Veterans Day.
And that couldn’t be more appropriate.
Veterans only! Job fairs for vets
Veterans in the job market have an exclusive opportunity to meet employers, receive job leads, and practice their networking skills: veterans job fairs are open only to veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses.
How to write a cover letter
So you’re about to apply for a job when you notice that, along with your resume, the company wants you to send a cover letter.
The goal of your cover letter is to make your resume stand out in a pile of applications. And although that’s a lofty goal, writing an effective cover letter doesn’t need to be a daunting task.
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Using data to make career decisions
Time to make a big career decision?
Whether you’re just beginning to investigate your career options, or you’re deep into planning a new twist to your established career path, making a career decision is complicated.
Need training that leads to a job? Try workforce education.
Curious about what it would take to learn marketable skills that could earn you an in-demand new job?
Graduates of workforce education programs are ready for employment as soon as they finish, generally in careers that pay a family wage.
Build an inclusive work culture
If you work for one of the many employers that want to create a more inclusive workplace, but lack the knowledge or creativity to come up with ideas, take advantage of some recommendations from the experts.