It’s a given that you should always send a heartfelt thank you note after an interview, but it’s also possible to express a little too much gratitude. When I was talking with ConAgra recruiter JoDee Klinker a few months ago, she mentioned that she received a bouquet of flowers from a candidate after an interview. Klinker said the candidate went “above and beyond any expectation.” But it made me wonder:…

By Noël Rozny Web Editor & Content Manager When it comes to graduate school, potential students often ask themselves, “should I apply right away, or should I wait a few years before going back?” It was definitely a question I tossed around when I first considered pursuing a master’s degree. And while there are pros and cons to both options, I ultimately decided to take a year off before graduate…

By Patrick O’Connor There’s a new phrase cropping up in job postings, interviews, and advertisements for job training programs: “HELP WANTED:  IT Support person. Flexible hours; 21st century job skills a must.” “We’re impressed with your resume.  Tell me, what 21st century skills would you bring as a member of our team?” “Come to our training program, and you will leave with the 21st century skills employers are demanding.” This…

By Don Fornes For as far back as I can remember, I knew I wanted to be a businessman. Never mind that I really had no idea what kind of business career I would pursue, or what business people actually do each day. I simply understood that business people wore important clothes, were well respected, and, well, made lots of money. This lack of understanding persisted through college, where the…

By Patrick O’Connor Last time, we talked about the important of having enough study time to make the most of the classes or training you may be starting this fall.  If it seems like you might not have enough time for studying – or if you don’t have enough time for anything at all – maybe it’s time for a time management makeover of your personal time, too! Finding extra…