Archive for tag: jobs
Graduates using Facebook to snag jobs
April 28, 2011 11:05 am CareersThere was a time that college graduates spiffed up their resumes, printed them out, and searched the local papers for job opportunities. Then Monster.com came along and resume submission became easier as graduates applied for jobs online. Recently, the popularity of social media has added another layer to the graduate job search. Graduates need as [...]
Ten reasons why moms should graduate from college
April 21, 2011 6:46 am Career Advice, Moms in SchoolIf you are a mom trying to talk yourself into returning to school or wanting to enter those college doors for the very first time, don’t stop trying to convince yourself. Being able to graduate from college is such a tremendous opportunity which reaps so many rewards and benefits. If you need extra convincing, here [...]
ATTENTION MOMS: Get a graduate degree and earn more money for your family
April 19, 2011 10:47 am Moms in SchoolSo, you have a Bachelors degree and you are earning decent money for you and your family. What if you took it up a notch? What if you enrolled in graduate school? Those with Master’s degrees and higher tend to make more money. Sounds worth it doesn’t it? Sure, it will be a lot of [...]
5 Reasons NOT to Change Careers
March 24, 2011 7:43 am Career AdviceSwitching careers is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. But are you being rational about it? Before you throw in the towel on a perfectly good career, make sure you’re not doing it for all the wrong reasons. Check out these five reasons NOT to change careers.
Eight Ways to Make a Great First Impression
March 9, 2011 7:17 am Moms in SchoolHere’s your “Get Out of Jail” – or your sad closet – free card. When I think about spring, warmer weather and wearing shorts, I think shopping. And I think you need a new look. Every great woman needs to make a great first impression. Really, what do you think of someone who shows up [...]
Women Need to Make Their Own Opportunities
March 7, 2011 7:29 am Moms in SchoolSpring is almost here – and it is the season of our discontent. And by that I mean women in the working world. And if you’re not there yet as a student, you soon will be. And if you’re like me, you will be surprised by the recent results of a survey of female professionals [...]
Schools are beginning to offer more healthcare-related degree programs
February 23, 2011 11:19 pm Online Education NewsRecent reforms along with an aging baby boomer generation have prompted the healthcare field to seek more qualified employees. As a result, many colleges and universities are creating programs to entice students to pursue degrees in high-demand fields to help certain regions in the U.S.
Using the Data to Find a Job that is Hiring – Now
February 16, 2011 12:34 pm Moms in SchoolPersonally, I like putting my trust in the right places: my mom, good friends, a rock-solid husband. And I also love data. Lots and lots of it. Gimme some numbers, statistics, facts or figures and I’m a happy girl. (Granted, you need to check and double check the sources…but, that said, numbers are a good [...]
College partners with company to offer high graduates free college education
February 10, 2011 11:47 pm Online Education NewsVerso Paper Mill and Bay West College, which are located in Michigan, recently announced that they will enter into a partnership to a provide an associates degree, news station Fox UP reports.
