Is 2016 going to be the year you take that next step in your career?
Whether you have a high-school diploma or an advanced degree—or anything in between—earning a certificate is one of the best ways to boost your career.
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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
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.
Create your personal brand
Why take the time to develop a personal brand?
Besides helping you identify your personal strengths, having a brand can pull your resume to the top of the pile, make you shine in interviews, and leave your LinkedIn readers positively wowed.
A Veterans Day resolution for small businesses: Hire a Vet
An encouraging trend in veterans’ employment is looking even better: after reaching a seven-year low in August, the unemployment rate for veterans dropped even lower in October, to just 3.9 percent.
That’s good news! Find out how your small business can join in, and find qualified veterans to meet your needs.
Study up on Apprenticeship Week
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.
Jobs on the decline: Watch for narrowing job openings
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Posted in Career changers, Career counselors, Entry-level workers, Students, Uncategorized
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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.
Top 10 jobs for work-life balance
Seeking some balance between work and your personal life?
Check out the results of this survey of employees in hundreds of fields—and see which jobs they ranked highest for their sense of work-life balance.
What’s next? Planning beyond high school for youth with disabilities
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Posted in Career counselors, Students, Uncategorized, Workers with disabilities
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Youth across the country developed a guide for youth with disabilities to explore their options after high school.
Learn more about Hitting The Open Road After High School: How to Choose Your Own Adventure to Success!
3 tips for finding an entry-level job
Ready to join the workforce—but having trouble finding and landing that first job?
Get started with these three tips.