2019 is already well on its way and new work opportunities are cropping up every day. Since 2009, our world has changed quite a lot, and that includes jobs. Here are 10 careers that didn’t even exist a decade ago:
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Why Professional Development is a Perk You Should Be Looking for in Your Next Job
When receiving a job offer, the first few things people usually look at are the salary, the paid time off (PTO), the retirement plan, and the insurance plan. Don’t get me wrong – these things are all very important, but
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Top Industries for College Freshmen to Consider
Entering college can be a dizzying experience. While few students know exactly which career they want to pursue before they even set foot on campus, most college freshmen have no clue. A landmark study revealed that about 20 to 50
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The Job Interview: Don’t Add Insult to Injury
Unintentionally Insulting the Interviewer Isn’t the Way to Win the Job I recently was speaking with a friend about bad job seeker behavior during the job interview. The topic came up as she was recalling when she worked on the
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How to Bounce Back After a Career Setback
Whether it’s bad feedback on a major piece of work, missing out on a promotion, or redundancy, career setbacks are the pits. If you need to mope for a while, then go forth and mope. Once you’ve spent your feelings,
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Transforming a Disability Into a Specialty
I’ve mentioned on the blog before that I’m an avid 60 Minutes watcher and recently they featured a story on Chris Downey, a blind architect (yes you read right). Chris Downey lost his sight ten years ago after brain surgery
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5 Tips for Online Networking
Not long ago, networking was pretty straightforward. It simply involved navigating a crowded room while scoping out the best people to talk to, and preparing to strike up a meaningful conversation. Just as we (finally) mastered the art of handing
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How to Successfully Make the Transition from Freelance to Corporate
It’s time, you’ve decided. It’s time to hang up the freelance jersey and either move back to the corporate world or enter it for the first time. You’ve decided that moving to a full-time job is now the right move
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The Secrets For A Successful Transition From Military Life To Civilian Life
Living in the military means learning how to be prepared. Preparation is critical for all aspects of the armed forces — from packing gear to being vigilant on the battlefield. However, not as many servicemen or women understand that preparation
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A Nexxt Giveaway!
A few weeks ago, we announced our partnership with the Northeast Conference (NEC). Nexxtciting things were promised – and we’re delivering on that promise. Along with the NEC, Nexxt is excited to kick off our Career Makeover sweepstakes. What exactly
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