Archive for April, 2008
Stay Away from Dangerous Jobs
April 29, 2008 12:53 pm Career Advice, Preparing for SchoolWhy do people keep going into dangerous careers? Opportunities abound for people to get better, safer jobs. Higher education is more widely available than ever before. Anyone, with the right amount of determination and hard work, can get a better education and a better job.
Graduation: All Dressed Up with Nowhere to Go?
April 24, 2008 11:57 am Careers, EducationIn celebration of graduation season, I drew up this comic for all those walking across the stage and out into the real world without a job.
5 Reasons to Hide in Education
April 22, 2008 8:54 am Economy, EducationWith a doozy of a recession upon us, this may seem like the worst time to put your precious time and money into going back to school for a degree. Contrary to that intuition, however, going back to school can give you an unlikely shelter in the recession storm. Here are five reasons why.
The Job Market is Getting Tougher!
April 21, 2008 1:19 pm EconomyIn the last few weeks, I have noticed a troubling trend. It could just be my recession-phobic imagination, but it looks like the good jobs are disappearing. Sure, you can always find a job as a customer service rep in some call center or as a security guard scanning irate travelers at the airport. But what is happening to all the jobs for people who are looking for high salaries and challenging tasks?
Hillary, Obama & the Cost of Conflict
April 17, 2008 11:55 am CareersConflict can be good for an organization, but not when it is as long, drawn-out, overly personal, and in the public spotlight as the Democratic contest between Hillary and Obama has been. No, there comes a point when organizations must say, “Enough is enough, kids.” Conflict, when taken to excessive levels, can hurt an organization.
Career & Job Resources
April 16, 2008 8:34 am ResourcesWhether you are at a job you love, or looking to change careers, there are thousands of career and job resources available to help you reach your goals. If you are doing a job search, more options will mean more choices and a better chance that you will find a job that fits. The more [...]
School is Addictive!
April 15, 2008 11:32 am Career Advice, Choosing a Degree, Choosing a School, Online Education, Preparing for SchoolDespite all the hardships required, my mind craves the thrill of learning, discovering, and being challenged. I enjoy talking with really smart people and talking about theories and philosophies, the kinds of conversation you won’t find in the workplace. Education has become a stimulant to me. It has become addictive.
Greed and Fees are SO Last Year
April 11, 2008 3:42 pm Career AdviceIdeally, you could charge everyone who comes to your website. In fact, you may want to have your site be some sort of subscription service, but this might be a grave mistake.
10 Things to Do If You Get Laid Off
April 11, 2008 9:03 am Career AdviceI think it’s time to face the facts and admit we’re in a recession. Of course, this means there is a higher-than-normal chance that you could get laid off. I embrace the whole lay-off thing by providing this list of ten things to do with all your free time if you get laid off.
