What Jobs Do You Avoid?

What Jobs Do You Avoid?

Like any 20-something young adult does, I often wonder what my long-term career will be (if I have one). Sure, I may dream of being a self-employed business person, but it is hard to see that it will come true some days. While it may be difficult to nail down what I...
The Cost of Moving

The Cost of Moving

The other day I was talking to a friend of mine. He and his fiancé were moving into their new apartment prior to their wedding (this is the same friend whose wedding I was in – read all about how much it cost me). As our conversation unfolded, the topic of...
Job Interview Tips

Job Interview Tips

Have you ever felt like you were guaranteed the job, only to be turned down hours or days later? When applying for jobs, whether it be immediately after graduation, or just trying to move up the corporate ladder, the interview can be one of the most important aspects...
Should You Look Into Temporary Jobs?

Should You Look Into Temporary Jobs?

It’s no secret, it’s hard to find a good paying full time job. With unemployment still sitting around 8%, those out of work have typically resorted to low paying retail and fast food positions. There are other options, such as staffing agencies (or temp agencies)....
Is the Best Job The Highest Paying One?

Is the Best Job The Highest Paying One?

Too often our society places the highest value on that which costs the most money. Somehow we have come to learn that the most money means the best product and ultimately, quality of life. We convince ourselves that life would be better if we had more money. While it...

How to Get a Job without Experience

Are you looking to switch careers or get a new job? If you are just graduating from college and are trying to get a job in this economy it may be pretty difficult. There is a lot of competition out there and even if you had a job in college, odds are that there is...