by Noël Rozny myFootpath Web Editor & Content Manager In her article “Disappearing Jobs,” Cindy Perman takes a look at previously in-demand jobs that appear to be vanishing and the factors—outsourcing, technology, the economy—contributing to their extinction. There’s no doubt that certain industries are changing rapidly, and that some career paths might never regain the prominence or prevalence they once had. But from their ashes, a whole new set of…

by Noël Rozny myFootpath Web Editor & Content Manager Once upon a time, different career paths existed in separate silos, completely independent of each other. If you decided to become a lawyer, you couldn’t change your mind, take a few classes, and become a part-time teacher, and vice versa. No matter what career you chose, you were pretty much stuck there for the long haul. Luckily that’s no longer the…

by Noel Rozny myFootpath Web Editor & Content Manager A few weeks ago, we published a post about how to decide which career is right for you. We talked about the many factors you need to consider, including personal interests, lifestyle choices, and geographic locations. Now that you’ve got an idea of the career (or careers) you’re interested in pursuing, it’s time to take the next step: getting more information….

by Noël Rozny myFootpath Web Editor & Content Manager You may think that an associate’s degree can’t open up as many doors for you as a bachelor’s degree. Think again. Truth be told, there’s a lot you can do with an associate’s degree these days. It can a faster, less expensive way to start a one of 2010’s top careers, start a rewarding vocational career, or work towards a four-year…

by Noël Rozny myFootpath Web Editor & Content Manager If you’re out of work or going through a job transition, chances are you’re looking for a little inspiration for your next career move. There’s only so many times you can comb the want ads or the job listings on Monster, so for some new career options, look no further than your favorite TV shows. According to TV Guide, the series…