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The Top Ten Career Fields in America
June 30, 2007 by sarah ennengaBy Careers and Colleges
For the third year in a row, the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) reports that employers are hiring more new college graduates than in previous years. NACE’s 2006 Job Outlook Survey indicates that students with degrees in business, engineering, and computer-related fields will be in high demand.
But don’t expect to find your dream job right away. Marilyn Mackes, NACE’s executive director, explains, “Employers are looking for candidates who have the right mix of skills, enthusiasm, and experience for the job.” -
Aging in San Francisco
June 29, 2007 by joel cheesmanAmerica’s population is aging. Older individuals are living longer and therefore have a longer amount of time to enjoy retirement. But what about the empty positions they will leave behind them?
In San Francisco, the fasted growing age group is those nearing and those who are already elderly. According to a report done by the Local Workforce Investment Board of San Francisco, 13 percent of the city’s workforce was 55 or older at the time of the last census. These individuals have either already reached the age of retirement or will reach it by 2010.
The two industries this will affect the most are those of education and health care. With many older San Franciscans working these fields there is some concerns about the number of employees that will be needed to replace those who will soon decide to leave work behind and no longer search San Francisco jobs. The report found that school administrators, teachers from elementary to high school, and special education teachers all tend to be older than the average working individual. -
Marriage & Family Therapist Sample Cover Letter
by Candice AMARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST RESUME COVER LETTERS
When writing marriage and family therapist resume cover letters be sure the hiring managers know you have a recognized license that is current in the state where you wish to work. Also include your experience level and special interests such as addictions, spousal abuse, etc. Each marriage and family therapist resume cover letter should provide details about what applicants can bring to the counseling center that may separate them from other job seekers. -
Orientation Therapist Sample Cover Letter
by Candice AORIENTATION THERAPIST RESUME COVER LETTERS
All orientation therapist resume cover letters focus on the job applicants’ ability to guide, train, lead, and assist individuals with sight impairments so they can protect themselves as they walk, prepare food, eat, groom, handle money, etc. Any orientation therapist resume cover letter that is clear and effective in communicating the intention and ability of the job is very likely to land an interview and a job. -
Occupational Therapist Sample Cover Letter
by Candice AOCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST RESUME COVER LETTERS
Job seekers who create occupational therapist resume cover letters convey to hiring managers their ability to help people improve performing daily tasks at home and at work. By reviewing what this job involves, the applicant shows the hiring manager that he or she is an accomplished and trained professional. Any occupational therapist resume cover letter should include such information. -
Get Time On Your Side
by sarah ennengaBy Jennifer Nichols
We asked college students around the country what their biggest problems were adjusting to freshman year, and time management was consistently one of their top issues. Mastering some basic time management skills can help you get the whirlwind of college deadlines and activities under control. -
Ratting on Coworkers
by Candice ADear Sue:
A few months ago, a co-worker of mine told me something in confidence, which has put me in a precarious situation. I was told that two employed staff members and someone who was previously employed by our company started their own business on the side.
I have monitored the situation since I was made aware of it, and I am almost certain that their new business is in a related field. I have a hunch that they are using the resources of this company to help get their new business off the ground. These people are well liked and respected, and given lots of freedom. They have access to our software and intellectual property, and I can easily envision them utilizing these resources either before or after hours as they are without supervision.
Knowing what I know has been particularly difficult for me since I am the marketing person for our company. When I sense someone is “not on our team” anymore, I am reluctant to share information with them, and have been more cautious with everyone as a result. In addition, I have issued some new policies and directives, which is confusing for some people. As a result, I feel that some of my relationships are being damaged with other co-workers.
I don’t want to be a “rat” or betray a confidence, but I also don’t want the company to suffer; the business climate already has made business tough enough. Do I tell my supervisor? What do you think I should do?
- Confidant -
Surviving a Management Change
by Candice ADear Sue:
When I first started working at this company over five years ago, I felt as though I had a dream job. I was able to work flexible hours and focus on sales, which is what I do best. Employees were respected, empowered to make decisions and encouraged to sell using their own personal style. Business was good, we were having fun and coming to work was most enjoyable.
That was then – today things are different. We have a new owner/manager who is changing the way things are done. Business has been good all along and continues to grow, but instead of allowing us to do what has worked to get us where we are, he has been changing the very things that helped us to grow to this level.
The biggest change is that instead of allowing us to focus on our sales, which we were hired to do; we are being asked to do lots of other things, including large amounts of paperwork. We are being asked to document and be accountable for every minute of our time. He has never asked for input from us and doesn’t seem to care about what we know or want. He has even commented on how ‘tight’ the employees seem to be and expressed concern that our friendship with each other could be interfering with our productivity.
Most of us are not happy with the changes, and some of us are downright miserable and considering leaving. The joy we once had for our jobs is slowly fading. Is there anything we can do?
– Unhappy -
Overcoming Shyness
by Candice ADear Sue:
I am in the first week of a new job with a new company. The first week is so overwhelming; I am learning the structure of the new company, going through training and relearning what I thought I already knew. On top of all that, I need to get to know my coworkers, and understand that these are the people who will help me succeed in this position.
I am a shy, introverted and private person. I know how to do my job and I am good at it, but when it comes to networking, meeting, greeting and small talk, I am at a complete loss. I realize this is a weakness and I failed to relay this to my boss in the interview. Now that I am here, I realize I need to put this weakness aside and forge ahead, but I am not sure how to do it.
I don’t want to ruin a great opportunity and the chance for me to eventually move into a better position with the company. I want to master the art of small talk so that I can meet and greet and network and further my career. What are some ways for me to beat this fear I have?
– Shy -
In the Fast Lane: Boosting Your Career Through Cooperative Education and Internships
by sarah ennengaBy Amanda Martinez
Just because you’re still in school doesn’t mean you can’t jumpstart your career. As you enter college, there are plenty of things you can do to propel yourself into a promising future—including cooperative education and internships.
