Temping is often viewed as an inferior alternative to permanent jobs. While temping does have obvious drawbacks, it can offer many benefits as well. Don’t discount temporary jobs to the negative connotations. A temporary position can lead to a full-time job and can offer opportunities for making important industry connections. Read on for some of [...]
There’s no question that the world of work is changing. Secure jobs with great benefits are on the decline, while white-collar workers scramble for the good positions that remain. Cracking the New Job Market, by William Holland, offers seven rules for navigating today’s unstable market. The book offers practical advice, particularly in the area of [...]
Oftentimes, college students spend all four years in an apartment with roommates or in the close quarters of school dormitories. Most graduates cannot wait to put this aspect of the college lifestyle behind them. However, unless you graduate with a high 5-figure salary waiting for you—and realistically, that’s not common—you must maintain the tight budgeting [...]
Although many jobs are obtained through networking, not everyone has the necessary connections to secure a job this way. It may seem as if your resume falls into a black hole when you respond to online job listings. However, with patience, persistence, and a little luck, you can find a job online. As you search, [...]
Job-hopping doesn’t have many positive connotations, and it can be a red flag for many employers. Despite the negatives, there are some advantages to holding a number of different jobs in a short time period. Knowing the advantages and disadvantages of job-hopping can help you decide if changing jobs is the best career move. [...]