By Noël Rozny Web Editor & Content Manager You can go to your college career center to get help with your resume. You can find someone to teach you how to work the spreadsheets in Excel. But college students: there’s one career skill you’ll need when you graduate that no one can teach you. And that’s how to network. According to Harvard Business School, 65 to 85 percent of jobs…

By Nancy Mann Jackson In December, 13.1 million Americans were unemployed, and 5.6 million of those were long-term unemployed, meaning they had been without a job for more than 27 weeks, according to U.S. Department of Labor figures. The long-term unemployed accounted for more than 40 percent of all unemployed workers. As the economy continues to drag, the group of people who have been without a job for weeks and…

By Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter Imagine for a moment, a marathon runner who has trained for years, only to stop short of the finish line. The runner has all but won the race, and a mere couple of inches are all that are needed to collect the trophy, applause and accolades they so richly deserve for all the hard work and self sacrifice they’ve put themselves through. But instead, the runner stands…

By Julie Feinerman No matter what type of job you’re applying for, it’s likely that you’ll be required to submit a list of references – three to four people who can vouch for you. Even in college, applying for a position in the dining hall is going to require some kind of background check. That said, it’s best to secure a list early on in your college career. But how…

By Vickie Elmer Anyone who wants a new job or a new assignment this year could start with a clear picture of their ideal position – their destination – and then develop a roadmap on how they’ll get there. Write down your ideal job profile – and be sure to consider both the slot you want to fill and the type of employer where you’re most likely to thrive.  By…