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Jerri writes: I graduated college in December but am not having any success in landing a job in this economy. Any suggestions for what I can do? Continue Reading »

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Teens, there really is not a whole lot of mystery behind developing and writing a good resume. It does take some time and effort — and a good set of eyes to spell-check and proofread it — but if you are serious about making a statement as a job-seeker, then use our worksheet as a guide for creating your resume.

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This posting is a guest entry from the Career Doctor, Randall S. Hansen, PhD: Karen writes: My sister has a bachelor’s degree in sociology (or is it social science?) with a specialization in archeology. (She wanted to become an archeologist, but the college she went to didn’t offer it as its own major, but instead as part of another major.) After she graduated, she worked a few years of archeology “construction detail,” and then gave it up. She’s not interested in that career field or type of work anymore and has been in career limbo for about two years. She’s currently working at a store in a local mall and is very unhappy. She told me that she since she earned a college degree she’d like to be using it. However, she has no idea what kind of jobs she might be able to get! What sort of jobs are available for someone with her qualifications? Continue Reading »

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Persida writes: I wonder if you can help me. I am working on a bachelor’s degree in accounting, have two more years to go (full time work). I’ve been an administrative assistant for 3 years, and would like to do something else for a while, something more challenging, and more fun. Without a degree what are my options? Also, my idea of a perfect job would be one that would change every 3 months (I get bored very easily). What career would fulfill that need for change? I know accounting is not the most interesting position, but it will help me achieve my career goals. Continue Reading »

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