Relocating for Work? Here’s What You Need to Know

While it might be exciting to move to another city because of a new job, there are certain factors to carefully consider.  The following post tells you what to look out for.

When you land a position in a new city, state or even country, there are two things you must immediately do: 1. Have a beer (or two or three) with friends to celebrate. 2. Start planning the move. On second thought, maybe stick to just one beer, because there’s a lot to think

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1.8 Million 2013 Four-Year College Grads Entering Improving Job Market

John Challenger of Challenger, Gray & Christmas

With college seniors around the nation returning to their respective campuses following spring break recess, many will undoubtedly turn their attention to their impending graduation and the search for their first post-collegiate job.  A new analysis of the entry-level job market estimates that while the job market continues to strengthen for college graduates, the environment remains highly competitive, which may force some to pursue unexpected career paths.

In its annual college graduate job-market outlook, global outplacement consultancy Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. says this year’s crop of 1.8 million bachelor’s degree recipients will be able to take advantage of the 36 consecutive months of private-sector employment growth that has occurred since the jobs recovery began in earnest in March 2010.

“Job creation has been slow, but it has been steady.  Over the past 14 months, private payrolls have grown by an average of 190,000 new workers per month.  There are a growing number of opportunities for job seekers, but the search definitely requires an aggressive approach.  This is especially true for new graduates, who are likely to have less real-world experience to point to in job interviews,” said John A. Challenger, chief executive officer of Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Continue Reading

Attention Unemployed Or Underemployed Recent College Graduates

While the job market may still be tough, recent college graduates shouldn’t completely blame themselves for not having jobs or the jobs they want.  Find out why, and learn some things they should keep in mind during their job searches.

The following is a guest post by Caroline Ross. We’ve all seen the reports: around 50% of recent college grads are unemployed or underemployed. Now, before we start pointing fingers and placing blame, let us remember that, even though the recession is supposedly over, our economy still isn’t as strong as it was before. Employers all across the board

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Attention Unemployed Or Underemployed Recent College Graduates

Passive, Active… Pactive? Let’s Call the Whole Thing Recruiting

Are you a passive or active job seeker?  Either way, find out why you’re an attractive candidate to recruiters in the following post.

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Passive, Active… Pactive? Let’s Call the Whole Thing Recruiting

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Employers may want to consider getting feedback from their employees.  Why?  Learn more in the following post.

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Opportunity to Start Franchise is Improving

Have you ever thought about starting your own business?  If you’re holding back because of the economy, you may want to reconsider.

The first few months of 2012 have brought some encouraging news for potential franchise owners hamstrung during the recession by a clenched-fist credit market.

Since the collapse of the housing market and near-collapse of the world economy in the fall of 2008, banks facing increased regulation and oversight of their lending practices have been loath to lend money, especially in the form of unsecured loans — the kind that most newly minted franchise owners need to cover their initial investment costs.

Lately, though, franchisors that work with FranNet, the international network of franchise consultants, have reported that their franchisee candidates are finding it easier to borrow money, even in the form of unsecured loans. It’s a sign that the economy is on the road to recovery and that banks are recognizing the benefits of lending money to worthy business ventures. Continue Reading

Economy Creates Hiring Hang-Up for Employers

While employers may want to hire more workers, some are uninspired by the current economy. Continue Reading

Economy Added 216,000 More Jobs in February

Employment in the U.S. nonfarm private business sector increased by 216,000 from January to February on a seasonally adjusted basis. The estimated advance in employment from December to January was revised slightly upwards to 173,000 from the initially reported 170,000. Employment in the private, service-providing sector rose 170,000 in February, and employment in the private, goods-producing sector increased 46,000 in February. Manufacturing employment increased 21,000.

Employment on large payrolls — those with 500 or more workers — increased 20,000, and employment on medium payrolls — those with 50 to 499 workers—rose 88,000 in February. Employment on small payrolls — those with up to 49 workers — rose 108,000 that same period. Of the 108,000 jobs created by small businesses, 18,000 jobs were created by the goods producing sector and 90,000 jobs were created by the service-producing sector. Continue Reading

Institute Names Top US Community College

Highlighting the need to improve student learning and graduation rates in community colleges — leading to good jobs — the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program recently announced that Valencia College in Orlando, Florida, is the nation’s top community college and honored four “finalists with distinction” from an original pool of over 1,000.  The announcement follows a rigorous, yearlong effort by the institute to assemble and review an unprecedented collection of data on community colleges and the critical elements of student success: student learning, degree completion and transfer, equity and employment/earnings after college. Continue Reading

What are the hardest challenges facing college graduates

Competition (too few jobs and too many graduates)

Here is the scenario… You have graduated college with a good looking degree; you feel on top of the world and ready to pick and choose your dream job. The reality however is that your one of a many in the same boat. While you feel as though you would be best suited for a particular role there can be hundreds of other people who feel the same way as you. I often tell the story about my days as a recruitment consultant where I used to recruit for graduate positions. I would post a graduate position on the job boards and by lunch time I would have 200 applicants in my inbox. So what can you do to differentiate yourself from the rest of the crowd? You need to ensure that your resume is in the top 5-10% of all resumes. A single mistake in your resume can be the difference between your resume ending up in the interview stack or in the deleted folder. Continue Reading