Blogging interests?
Q: For three years, I have worked in academia. I need to make a career change. I am interested in developing a blog to showcase my writing skills, and to continue to improve my writing skills. I have been told … Continued
A May grad asks about a career in advertising
Q: I am graduating in May. My major has been Advertising/Marketing with a minor in English. I had an internship last year, but it was more focused on marketing communications, and some social media tasks. I have been working with … Continued
Post-layoff, what are “recession-proof” industries?
Q: I have recently been laid off and I want to look at opportunities in a more secure industry. In March, I was terminated from a travel-industry software company. What companies are recession-proof? A: Many job seekers are looking … Continued
Lots of colleagues are leaving. Should I be looking for a new job?
Q: My company has experienced constant turnover since I started 10 months ago. I like the company and my position, but the constant turnover makes me nervous. Should I be looking around? It seems like everyone is leaving and “ringing … Continued
A candidate being pursued
Q: Two years ago I landed a job. It’s ok. I don’t love it and I don’t hate it. However since January, 2017, I am getting calls from headhunters almost every week. What is this all about? Some are discussing … Continued
Traits for successful entrepreneurs
Q: The corporate track isn’t right for everyone. In your work, what do you see as the required traits of successful entrepreneurs? I think I would be nervous, but excited about starting my own business. I am a senior in … Continued
Web design, a new career interest
Q: I am interested in a new field. I have an undergraduate degree in history but I have recently developed an interest in web design. My work experience has been in office management and now community relations for a large … Continued
Can you go back to an employer you left years ago? And how?
A recent survey by staffing firm Spherion found that one-third of workers surveyed had gone back to a previous employer. As long as you didn’t burn any bridges at your former workplace, you shouldn’t feel weird about returning to a … Continued
Job hopping vs. non-job hopping between the generations
Q: Job hopping vs. non-job hopping. I was told when I was in college that you should stay with your employer as long as possible. I am not saying your whole career but maybe a few jobs over 30 years. … Continued
Job Doc blog – June 28, 2010
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