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• Social media and the job search: Your first impression is made long before the interview

  In today�s social media saturated world, the likes of LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook can both help you and hurt you if you�re not careful. On one hand, you can use social media and the web as a job search and networking tool that is becoming more robust by the second. However, just as you have [...] Comments

• Wasted Words: A Different Kind of Cover Letter Advice � Part 1

  I�d like to assume a few things you�re doing as a matter of course for this particular cover letter tips entry. Mainly that you are already: Keeping your cover letter free of grammatical miscues Tailoring your cover letter to the specific company you�re applying for There�s plenty of cover letter writing advice highlighting those best [...] Comments

• Ask an Employer: Fire Chief Stresses Importance of Lifelong Learning

  Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes during the hiring process? Sure, there are plenty of books and articles that provide tips on what to do or not do in an interview. But, at the end of the day, what are hiring managers really looking for? How much weight does that degree carry? How [...] Comments

• Sleep in Grad School�May College Meme

  We all have to make sacrifices for the sake of school, and unfortunately, sleep is often the first thing to be put on the back burner. It’s not the healthiest choice, but sometimes it feels like there’s no other choice for busy students. How do you make time for all the work that you need [...] Comments

• Finding the Financial Aid that Fits Your College Plans

  Entering college is a momentous step, but it can also be an expensive one. With the cost of a college education rising, more students are depending on financial aid to complete their education. It is critically important in planning for college to know what the total cost of your education will be and how much [...] Comments

• Thinking Through Going Back to School � Part 4

  The Final Step: Start Searching for Schools and Programs and Apply Now that you’ve had a chance to fully evaluate what you want to accomplish, what’s feasible for your lifestyle, and what course of study would best suit your goals, you’re ready to look for your ideal school and program. If you’ve been thinking about [...] Comments

• Thinking Through Going Back to School � Part 3

  In this installment of our “Thinking Through Going Back to School” series, we begin to shift the focus to deciding what to study. Should I get a master�s degree, a bachelor�s degree, an associate�s degree? Should I start with online courses? What master�s degree should I get? Before searching for specific programs, you should first [...] Comments

• Thinking Through Going Back to School � Part 2

  In the previous installment of our “Thinking Through Going Back to School” series, we discussed the importance of identifying your objectives � deciding what you want to accomplish with your education. Now that you’ve thought about how you want school to change your life for the better, it’s time to think about how you can [...] Comments

• Thinking Through Going Back to School � Part 1

  “Should I go back to school?” It’s something that people ask often, but it isn’t a decision that can be taken lightly. School requires sizeable investments of time, money and brainpower. It changes your day-to-day routine, and can impact your home and work life. Yet, despite the challenges, returning to school can yield great rewards. [...] Comments

• Paying Off Student Loans: Prepare Yourself

  You may be nearing the end of your college career, but that doesn�t mean you�re off the hook. If you�ve taken out education loans like most students do, you can look forward to years of paying for college. Preparing now can make the financial road ahead a little less bumpy. 1. Get a Job� You [...] Comments