Albright College is a four year private school located in Reading, Pennsylvania. The 118 acre campus has a workout facility where students can break a sweat in between classes. Albright's students come from 30 states and 26 countries.

Admission into Albright College depends on your GPA and curriculum's rigor, not standardized tests says Vice President of Enrollment and Dean of Admissions, Greg Eichhorn. There are 36 majors, 8 minors, and 4 pre-professional programs students can choose from; I would assume the pre-professional programs would better prepare students for entry level jobs after they graduate. Some of the most popular majors are business administration, education, and fashion. As an elective, students may be interested in the school's hip-hop course, which is designed to help them take ownership of their abilities to critically analyze literature.

Albright College has over 80 clubs and organizations, which includes performing arts, as well as national sororities and fraternities. The school is also known for "ooze ball" a.k.a. muddy volleyball.

So, if you're looking for a high quality education in a college that features cutting edge facilities and equipment that keeps its students competitive in the new millennium, then check out a college video tour of Albright College, http://www.youniversitytv.com/albright_university.html, and learn more today.

Posted by William F on July 31, 2009 at 2:57 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

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There's a strange chilling effect with social media users these days. With so many people looking for work, no one wants to write or post anything that might hurt their chances at their next interview. Not posting pictures of your last sushi night out with your friends, where you did all those sake bombers and wound up in the street in your underwear pretending to be a bullfighter and swinging your pants at oncoming traffic... that's definitely something no hiring manager wants to see.

What about something more innocent? Should you write about your political beliefs? Music you hate? Post pictures of your last hunting trip, or a vacation video taken of you in a bathing suit?

What is the line between something that could be bad for you, and simply sharing something from your life?

Know the Line

Rather than simply being paranoid and not posting anything, think about whether or not what you are going to say or show is really negative. Is it anything that falls into this quick list:

• Hate speech
• Showing drug use
• Commission of any other crimes
• Nudity
• Egregious swearing

Not surprisingly, these are the big ones that you should always avoid posting publicly. The easy rule of thumb here is keep your social media life as PG-13 as possible. The first four are painfully obvious, but perhaps number 5 isn't.

If you are always swearing when you post, this not only gives the impression that you may speak this way normally, but that you aren't smart enough to come up with other words on your own. (And if you knew what "egregious" meant, this probably isn't the case.)

If you do post this kind of content on your social network profiles, by all means hide them - don't use your real name, and DO NOT share them in places where an employer will read them. Most people are finally aware of how much damage sharing information like this about themselves in public can be for them, so if this is at all true for you, just detach yourself from these profiles before you even submit that next resume.

The Troublesome Subtleties

Well that's easy enough not to do - but what about political opinions, or even opinions about the industry you work in?

For the most part, you should never have to censor your real beliefs on these subjects. The first is that if everything you post is edited and sanitized, you won't have any more fun. The reason for that Facebook or Twitter account is to share something about you. The fact of the matter is, if you don't get an interview because of an honest opinion, you don't want to be working at that company anyway. If your honest opinions really are in conflict with the culture of the company you are applying to, it really is for the best if you don't get the call - not just for them, but for you as well.

Also, your opinions on your industry, while they may not be what everyone else says, shows that you have an intuitive understanding of the subject matter, and can come up with outside-the-box analysis. If the general consensus is that Home Loan A is a great product, and you can share reasons why it isn't, the right hiring manager can learn that you not only know about the home loan industry, but that you can think for yourself. If the company does not want employees who can think beyond what they're told about a product, you probably don't want to work there either. Generally speaking, the ability to think independently is considered a virtue, and can actually help you.

Frequency

Oddly enough, while so many are worried about what they post, there isn't the same kind of warning about how often you post. It can definitely work against you if you are posting to Twitter and Facebook and Linkedin twice an hour all day. If you are unemployed and have oodles of free time on your hands, you might be doing just that.

What a hiring manager sees, however, is someone addicted to social networking. They may conclude that, if hired, you will spend an inordinate amount of time continuing to post messages and photos and comments.

What Kind of Company Do You Want to Work For?

Don't think I'm being insensitive when I suggest you don't want to work for a company that doesn't want you. We are definitely in an employer's job market these days, and there are many candidates for them to choose from. Dealing with pleasing potential employers by not posting anything at all, however, can hurt more than help.

I have always maintained that if you are worried about what you do online coming back to haunt you, you should distance your real life from your social networks. If it is too late for that, consider keeping two kinds of profiles - the fun one that cannot come back to you, and the professional one that you don't mind employers seeing.

This issue ultimately comes down to controlling what others can learn about you. Given the amount of use social networks receive, it's rather like learning that employers are listening in on your phone conversations, too - so watch what you say.

The difference is that phone conversations really are private, and what you do on social media is not only public, but everyone knows that it's public. Anything you are ashamed to share shouldn't be shared - but anything else you should simply be prepared to stand by, and possibly even defend.

Your social networking footprint is a representation of who you are, and the best way for hiring managers to get to know you before an interview. While it is smart to hide the embarrassing stuff, don't be ashamed to show people the rest.

Eric Reid is an Internet marketer from Tempe, Arizona, specializing in SEO and social media marketing. Currently he writes the blog Ciao Enrico, which is also his nom de plume on Twitter and many other social media sites. He recently took the best driver's license photo anyone has ever seen.

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Posted by Candice Arnold on July 31, 2009 at 8:11 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

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In some cases, telephone interviews are a way for employers to "pre-screen" possible job candidates before they are granted an in-person interview. In other cases, employers will conduct the full interview over the phone. Whether you are required to go through a pre-screening or have already been given the interview, you must be more prepared than you would be for an in-person interview, even if you are allowed to interview in your PJ's. Below are some telephone interview tips to keep in mind so your next phone interview is a success.

Telephone Interview Tips:

1. Use a land line.You don't want to risk having problems with cell phone service. It is irritating for employers to conduct interviews if the call breaks up frequently or is dropped completely. If you don't have a land line at home, just make sure you are in an area with as much cell phone service as possible. Do what you can so the process runs as smooth as possible.
2. Keep your materials handy. In fact, lay everything out in front of you. This includes your resume, notes about your career objective (even if it isn't included in your original cover letter it's a good idea to have this out depending on the questions he will ask you), a pen and pad of paper for note-taking and anything else you think may be helpful during your interview. Because you won't have to schlep into an office, you can have anything out in front of you to aid with your success.
3. Steer clear of distractions. Find a quiet place to interview and stay there! There shouldn't be any noise in the background to distract you or your potential employer. However, it is understandable that this can be tricky if you have young children at home who need your attention. When you set up your interview appointment, try to schedule it for as precise a time or window as possible. That way, you are able to avoid possible distractions (ex.: your phone interview is between 4 and 4:30, so no one can have company over during that time, the kids are fed and occupied or a sitter will watch them, if need be.)
4. Speak slowly and clearly. When you speak to people face-to-face, you are able to understand what they are saying more clearly because you can see their mouth move. So in a way, you are reading their lips! Neither you nor your potential employer will be able to do this over the phone of course, so speak clearly and a little bit more slowly than you would if you were talking to this person in person. If you can't hear him, drop hints that he isn't speaking clearly or loud enough by politely asking him to repeat himself. If this makes you uncomfortable at all you can always blame it on your phone: "I'm really sorry, it's hard to hear you, the volume on my phone just won't go up!"
5. Remember - you can't be seen. That means that anything you say cannot be interpreted by your body language. Beware of jokes or sarcastic remarks that would have been harmless had he seen your facial expression. Maintain your professionalism; stay on target with the interview topics and focus on the key information about you that will get you hired.
6. No eating, drinking or chewing gum! This is self-explanatory. But, we humans are creatures of habit and might pop a potato chip in our mouths at just the wrong moment. However, when I say no eating or drinking I mean during the phone interview. You should eat beforehand to get your brain going so you can focus.
7. Prepare questions ahead of time. Just like in a personal interview, prepare a few questions to ask your potential employer at the end of your phone interview. Some examples are:

"What does a typical day look like for an employee with this job?"

"What are some skills I would need to develop in order to excel in the position I'm applying for?"

"What software/equipment would I be using?"

Remember - do not ask about salary or benefits until the employer has brought it up.

Fortunately, it can be less intimidating interviewing over the phone with these telephone interview tips and you may even feel more confident that you'll do well. Great! As long as you are fully prepared and take the necessary precautions, there is no reason why you shouldn't have a successful phone interview.

Adrienne is a Syracuse University student from Danbury, CT majoring in Writing and Rhetoric with a Leadership Communication minor. She is a big fan of impressionist art, ocean views and classic rock. She hopes to one day have her name in the credits of a hit film whether behind the scenes or in front of the camera.

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Posted by Candice Arnold on July 31, 2009 at 7:38 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

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Another case of how someone's Facebook account got them fired.

This is first of a long trail of increasingly inappropriate comments that Lee Landor, who worked for a politician in NY, left on Facebook. She "resigned" effective immediately within a day of the comments.

Now there are a few things to be learned from this:

1. Don't use Facebook or any other social networks while working unless it is part of your job description. It can be hard to resist the urge but you're getting paid to fulfill your responsibilities and not talk to friends. A good quote from the article below:

Dick Dadey, the executive director of Citizens Union, a good-government group, said 'Landor's comments were inappropriate because they were made on government time and with government resources.' Dadey added that 'allowing government employees, especially those involved in representing elected officials to the public, to comment on political issues on personal websites made it difficult to discern official policy from private opinion.'

2. There are certain things that you should and shouldn't do when it comes to social media.

• Hate speech
• Showing drug use
• Commission of any other crimes
• Nudity
• Egregious swearing

She broke three of these rules (see the her full remarks here) during work, on government computers - which can be traced.

3. Horror stories like this spread like wildfire online, scarring personal brands forever. I doubt Lee will ever get a job working in politics again. I guarantee her Google results will only get worse as the story spreads.

Everyone always jokes and thinks that things online through social networks will never come back to haunt them. Everything online is public and permanent. If your profile settings aren't set properly anyone can see what you say and do. She deleted her Facebook account the day after that slew of comments, but they were already immortalized in screenshots, which will undoubtedly plague her forever.

Just a friendly reminder to be careful!

Trace Cohen is a rising senior at Syracuse University and bleeds orange! He is double-majoring in Entrepreneurship and Marketing. Trace has always been fascinated with technology and how stuff works. Once he gets his hands on a new gadget, rest assured it will be taken apart and put back together in a matter of minutes. Trace is a hands-on kind of guy whose first love was video games, which he loves to this day.

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Posted by Candice Arnold on July 30, 2009 at 7:51 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Garden City, New York is the home of the 75 acre campus, Adelphi University. The student body represents 36 states and 47 countries; 37% of the overall 5,100 students represent diverse backgrounds. Adelphi is known for its performing arts, which includes a dance team. For leisure, students can take advantage of low ticket prices to broadway plays, or enjoy beaches located nearby the school.

93% of incoming freshman at Adelphi University receive some type of financial aid, which may include scholarships; 88% of all undergraduates receive financial aid. Nursing and education are just two of the over 50 graduate and undergraduate programs offered to students. If you're looking for a future entry level job as a writer or a banker, then you may be interested in one of Adelphi's internships with publishing houses or financial institutions.

Adelphi University has six residence halls designed to emphasize a community for students to get to know one another, not just a dorm where they sleep. You may even spend more time with some new friends in any of the 80 clubs and organizations at the school.

So, if you're looking for a school that has a diverse student body and offers many educational opportunities, then watch a college video tour of Adelphi University, http://www.youniversitytv.com/adelphi_university.html, and learn more today.

Posted by William F on July 29, 2009 at 12:07 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

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In an article from Web Worker daily, business writer Pamela Poole emphasizes that, in the business world, "personal branding is important, like it or not."

"Image," she continues, "is unavoidable."

Remember: if you don't brand yourself first, someone else will. Think back to summer camp in third grade when you forever became known as the kid who still wet the bed. Now multiply that feeling by one hundred.

You don't want to be branded by someone else as the proverbial corporate bed-wetter, so it is up to you to create your own identity. However, don't get carried away; your image should be real. It should not be a false depiction or seem too contrived.

Your Personal Brand

Essentially, your personal brand consists of three main qualities: competencies (in other words, your skills); personality, which includes your goals, values, and identity; and the unique value or benefit you are able to provide (i.e. what do you have to offer that sets you apart form the rest?).

As you begin to solidify your personal brand identity, keep these three points in mind:

INDIVIDUALITY

What makes you different and valuable? Although job titles are important on your resume, don't focus too much on them when creating your personal brand. There are thousands of other people who have been general managers and research assistants, and you need to stand out from the rest of the crowd.

VISIBILITY

Enhance your profile by getting your name out there. Start a blog, take on side projects, teach a class, speak at workshops, get on panel discussions at conferences - the important thing is to get yourself known by people outside your place of employment so that you have a larger, more diverse network of people who can serve as references and possible job opportunities. Chances are, if a possible employer has heard of you (in a good way) before you even apply for a job, you are automatically more desirable.

CONSISTENCY

Maintaining your personal brand is ongoing and will continue throughout your entire life cycle. It is important not only that your personal brand identity reflects you truthfully as a person, but also that your identity doesn't develop multiple personalities over the course of your life that may confuse or alienate interested parties.

You alone are in charge of and responsible for your personal brand identity. Approach it as you would a real-life brand, and work hard to maintain and protect that brand. You will be acting as the CEO, project manager, and administrative assistant of the most important company in the world: yourself.

Gabrielle is a recent graduate from Syracuse University, where she studied fashion design and fashion communications. She is in the process of building a small fashion business over the internet and plans to return to Syracuse in 2010 to pursue her Master's Degree in art journalism.

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Posted by Candice Arnold on July 29, 2009 at 6:32 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

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I ran across the site howtonailaninterview.com a few weeks ago and ended up watching every last one of their hilarious bad interview videos. After stalling productivity over here at the Brand-yourself.com headquarters for a good 10 minutes as we all watched one bad interview faux pas after another, I felt obliged to write a post about the site and what not to do in an interview.

First, a little background: this site started because a man named Steinar Skipsness was sitting around one day asking himself this question: "What is it that certain people say or do while interviewing that makes them stand out? Why do some people struggle to find work, while others land a job in no time?"

To answer this all important question Steinar decided to go undercover and experience the interview from the other side of the table. He bought a couple small cameras, made a quick stop at home depot, rented out an office for a few days and posted a fake job on Craigslist. He made a few hidden cameras, and presto, the trap was set and the bad interview blunders began piling up instantly.

28 interviews later and Steinar had more or less seen it all, learned a whole lot, and lucky for us, he caught the entire adventure on tape.

When you sit through that many bad interviews, you pick up a of good tips, so here are 10 great interview tips from the man himself (to see the rest of his videos and tips head over to the site, you wont be disappointed):

1. Know the company, and why you want to work there: Find out as much as you can about the company before the interview and the interviewer is bound to be impressed. "I like the companies location" was one answer Steinar received and I'm guessing that one usually doesn't impress your potential employer all that much.

2. Bring a notepad: Taking notes shows your listening, the fact that you brought the notepad shows you're prepared.

3. Profiles to private: I think the above video says plenty for this one.

4. Don't badmouth a boss: Easy one to stumble into but not an easy hole to climb out of.

5. Don't flirt with the interviewer: Unless your super good at it of course : )

6. Less is more: Some things just simply don't need to be said, if you feel like you may be ranting, you probably are.

7. Have goals in mind.

8. Show some passion!

9. Ask Questions: Asking questions shows the interviewer that you have a strong interest in the job and that you have been thinking about the best way you can help their company.

10.Send a thank you note: Emails are too easy, sending a hand written thank you note is more than worth the extra 5 minutes and 50 cent card.

So there you have it, the lessons learned from 28 interviews and countless slip-ups. I think it would only be fitting to end this post with another bad interview video, so here it is, enjoy!

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Posted by Candice Arnold on July 28, 2009 at 12:17 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Daytona Beach Community College is a two year college located in Florida. It offers degrees from less than one year to two, but less than four years. Some of the most popular majors in which students hope to find entry level jobs include business, criminal justice, marketing, and psychology.

I am including a chart which you can link to from one of my sources below; it features the average hourly rate for certain jobs at Daytona Beach Community College.

For more information on this school, see the sources below.

Sources
http://www.uscollegesearch.org/daytona-beach-community-college.html
http://www.payscale.com/research/US/School=Daytona_Beach_Community_College_(DBCC)/Hourly_Rate

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You've got an impressive resume listing your many accolades and experiences. Great! You and 1,000's of other brilliantly qualified applicants. A solid resume is vital, but it only shows what you've done not who you are. What to do? Show prospective employers and colleagues what makes you different from the pack. Distinguish yourself by writing a personal bio. Relax - it's much simpler than you think! Here is the answer to the question "how to write a personal bio" broken down into 5 simple steps

How to Write a Personal Bio:

1. First things first - decide on your target audience. Are you writing so that potential employers can get to know how fascinating you are so they want to interview you? To let your students know you're human? If you want your writing to sound more professional, it would be best to write the personal bio in the 3rd person (even if it's a bit awkward at first). 1st person is usually fine too, but more informal.
2. Be brief! Even though your personal bio can be longer if it's posted online (in print it's usually about a paragraph or two), we probably don't need to know that your pooch Fluffy died when you were 12 unless that incident has some bearing on who you are now. Shorter, more frequent paragraphs are easier for readers to follow than long, rambling ones. Flowery sentences may have worked for Hawthorne and Faulkner, but has no place in your personal bio. It doesn't necessarily even need to be in paragraph format, but if you're going to use a list format make it interesting. You have a lot less space to show your personality.
3. What to include? Most personal biographies at least touch on all important times of life: childhood, young adulthood, recent successes. It's important to keep it proportional, however, as you wouldn't want to write five paragraphs about your childhood and only two about current endeavors. Focus on recent accomplishments, hobbies, favorites (movies, food, whatever you want the world to know). Mention family (spouse, children, parents) briefly, after all this is your personal bio, not theirs. Write little interesting tidbits that are unique to you! Be careful though and remember your audience - you may love the story of that frat party but it looks bad to an employer. Also include stories that make you relatable to readers (I was the typical nerd in high school . . .).
4. Stay positive! This is not the place to tell people about the s.o.b. father who left you and the mother who beat you. The goal here is to make yourself noticed in a good way - employers don't want to hire people who have a chip on their shoulder (be it justifiable or not).
5. Pizazz! This is not supposed to be boring (for you or the reader) - include your personality in your personal bio. If you're tongue-in-cheek, dry humored, zany, or whatever it should show in how you present yourself. Just remember to keep it appropriate and inoffensive - you're not applying to be the next Jeff Foxworthy. Anyone and everyone will be able to read your bio and this is something that employers will probably look at before they decide to interview you. People with a can-do attitude and cheerful personality look far more appealing than those who are angry and embittered. Make a lasting impression!

Writing a personal bio may be brazen self-promotion, but you have to be your own advocate. Even if you have had some, ahem, unfortunate content of you (photos or otherwise) end up on the internet, a recent, well-written bio will help undo some previous poor choices. Don't lie and keep it interesting, professional, and uniquely you. Being pro-active in creating a positive internet presence for yourself through a short personal biography will impress employers and make you memorable (in a good way).

Bethany Stringer is a graduate of Texas A&M University (class of '08) and has her B.A. in English Literature with minors in History and Psychology. She is currently working as a decorative artisan's apprentice, and plans to teach English in Russia in 2010 as a CELTA certified teacher. She owned her own business working horses when she was 17, and still loves riding her horse Romeo. Always appreciating a challenge, she loves sea kayaking and prefers Rachmaninov to Bach.

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Posted by Candice Arnold on July 28, 2009 at 6:39 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

You've heard the expression "a mind is a terrible thing to waste". Well, it's true, and that is why our schools at every level need the best teachers to educate students who are willing to learn. At the same time, those who teach should also have the opportunities to advance beyond entry level jobs in education. There are opportunities for teachers to move up the ranks in school administration that can be rewarding personally, and provide a good living.

A general path to a career in school administration is as follows: teacher to school principal, school principal to district-wide specialist, district-wide specialist to instructional leadership. Each position has different responsibilites. For example, two responsibilities of a school principal include:

1. Providing overall leadership in setting goals and objectives for the school
2. Hiring, evaluating, and improving the skills of teachers

The level of education required for a school administrator will depend on the area where someone is looking to advance. Often, students entering into school administration have earned at least a bachelor's or master's degree in teaching or another form of education. More education and/or training may be necessary depending on how far you want to go into the field. In addition, don't forget to network when attempting to advance your career in school administration; there are organizations that can give you support and information in your job search.

While you may hear that a career in education doesn't pay well, that's not necessarily true for school administrators. On the college and university level, academic deans and presidents can make $100,000 or more annually. School administrators generally receive good benefit packages to go along with their salaries, which can include performance-based bonuses.

School administration jobs are expected to grow, as administrators move into retirement and more adults go back to school. Here are some of the jobs expected to be in demand:

• elementary and secondary school principals
• directors of university student affairs
• directors of technical and trade schools
• preschool and childcare administrators

Information provided by Shannon Borg and Kate Halstead.

Sources
http://www.alleducationschools.com/faqs/school-administration-career-paths
http://www.alleducationschools.com/faqs/education-administration-salary

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Located in the rural town of Alamosa, Colorado, Adams State College covers 90 acres of land, featuring plenty of trees and mountains. If you like being outdoors, then you'll appreciate around 300 days of sunshine a year, according to Eric Carpio, Director of Admissions. Adams State has the third largest outdoor adventures program in the United States, which includes skiing, biking, and climbing.

Adams State College has an enrollment of about 2,500 students with 2,200 in the undergraduate program. For admission into the four year school, students generally must have a 3.0 GPA and score a 20 or higher on the ACT. Students have 18 majors to choose from such as business, biology, and education. There are 60 internship programs in healthcare administration, which could provide opportunities for entry level jobs for graduates in this field.

For entertainment, students at Adams State can enjoy movies, concerts, and comedians.

So, if you're looking for a school that combines liberal arts and sciences with the great outdoors, then check out a college video tour of Adams State College, http://www.youniversitytv.com/adams_state_college.html, and learn more today.

Posted by William F on July 27, 2009 at 12:41 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

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"A qualified employee must be organized, possess skills in word processing, and be a team player." Sound familiar? These are some of the basic qualifications many employers look for in an employee, and unless you're planning on joining the circus, you don't exactly need to know how to juggle fire to be considered "qualified." However, these qualifications won't cut it if you want your personal brand to be outstanding.

Think of it this way: A hirable actor can memorize all his lines before the show. A hirable actor takes direction. A desirable actor is a triple threat, a jack of all trades, and a sought-after performer- that automatically increases his hirability. So, how can you develop more than just the basic skills you need to do a job so that your personal brand gets you a great reference, a possible promotion and will make you sought-after by employers?

Keep your attitude positive as often as you can. This point reminds me of my favorite hot-dog stand worker. Every day the man who runs the hot-dog stand down to road from my house seems like the happiest guy around. Even in the pouring rain he never forgets to ask, "So, how is your day going? Got anything fun planned?" I've bought hot-dogs from him a few times just to be around his optimism. His positive attitude has helped him do business. And, with a positive attitude you'll simply look more confident -- and when it comes to personal branding, looks matter!

Get inspired. John Mayer once said that the movie "Back to the Future" was his inspiration to learn to play guitar. In fact, most successes stem from inspirations. Not many people were born exemplifying the behaviors that take them to the top. Learn from someone else and follow their lead. The actions and behaviors of others can help shape your character that will make you stand out in the work world. Everyone needs inspiration before they excel, and the right inspiration that fits your goal sets will help you as you develop your personal brand.

Familiarize yourself with the latest in technology. In a digital, fast-paced world it's important you stay on top of the latest in high-tech stuff. Even if the job you're after only requires knowledge in Microsoft Word or Excel, learning how to use other programs such as editing software (Final Cut Pro, Avid Express) or digital design programs (Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects) will give you a leg up when you want to prove you're technically well-rounded. Plus, you never know when your boss is looking for someone to put together a funny video to show at the company picnic. Guess who's getting a "tech savvy" reputation?

Keep your intent in check. You know what you want your brand to convey, but does everyone? Find a test audience such as family members and close friends (people who aren't in charge of determining your employability) and make sure you have developed a persona that comes across the way you intend it to.

Maintain your neutrality. I was given a pay increase at a previous job I held because I was "the only employee who never seemed to gossip about other employees," according to my boss. Keep a neutral perspective on situations at work and do not gossip about your co-workers. You'll appear much more trustworthy and dependable, both components of a strong personal brand.

Standing out from co-workers or other job candidates is crucial if you hope to move up in the ranks, especially in a competitive job market. Not only should you develop a reputation that will pave the way to success, but take note of what brands haven't worked for you or others so you know what to avoid in the future.

Adrienne is a Syracuse University student from Danbury, CT majoring in Writing and Rhetoric with a Leadership Communication minor. She is a big fan of impressionist art, ocean views and classic rock. She hopes to one day have her name in the credits of a hit film whether behind the scenes or in front of the camera.

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Posted by Candice Arnold on July 27, 2009 at 12:11 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

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I recently spoke with Jacob Share, personal branding & job search expert at JobMob. In the interview we discuss the changing job market, specific personal branding tactics to use, and how to find a job on Twitter.

Many recent grads are having trouble finding jobs, despite sending their resumes everywhere. What is different about today's job search?

1) Personal branding - personal branding has always existed even if we didn't call it that. The people who've met you all have an impression of you. The question is whether they have the same image, and if that image is a positive one. Using both online & offline tools, it's easier than ever to continuously project and reinforce the desired impression of yourself so that people remember you the way you want them to.

2) Networking - In the past, leveraging a network usually meant your family & friends, an alumni association or other student-related group such as a fraternity/sorority. You should still reach out to these people for help but the reality is that relatively, they are just aren't too many people and more importantly, many of them aren't familiar with your profession.

In today's world, it's very easy to complement (not replace!) that real-world network with online friends and acquaintances from social networks, forums and anywhere else that you've congregated online with people who share interests with you.

Do you have/know of any astounding personal branding success stories where joining the right networks and building an online presence helped someone find a perfect job?

Recently, people have begun to understand how they can use twitter to attract jobs, and often much more quickly than they expected. In one of the success stories mentioned in The Ultimate twitter Job Search Guide, a woman working near Boise, Idaho was at work when she found out that she was going to be laid off. By the time she returned to her desk from the meeting where the layoff was announced, the IT department had already blocked some of her access to the Internet, including twitter. Still, she sent off a quick tweet using her Blackberry and then gradually made her way out of the office. By the time she got to her car in the parking lot, someone had already replied to her with a job opportunity.

Many people join twitter, and find themselves stuck. Are there any specific actions EVERYONE needs to take to put them on the right path?

1) Search. Use twitter Search, Google, or any other search engine that indexes tweets to see which jobs have been posted recently and are still likely to be available. Search on keywords related to your field (like your desired job title) or on phrases that companies in your industry might use when mentioning a hire. Subscribe via RSS to any searches that are yielding good results so that you can follow them for future job openings.

2) Follow the right users. There are many twitter accounts used for posting job listings - I recently blogged a list of over 400 of them - so follow the ones that are relevant to you. There are also industry headhunters who post leads and so do the companies themselves, so look for the twitter presence of any companies you might want to work for and then follow them.

3) Personal branding. By building your brand on twitter and helping people as much as possible with expertise, the priniciple of reciprocity comes into play. In other words, the people you helped will be inclined to give you something back. If they know you are available for hire and are aware of a lead, they will bring it to you. And if you've been following and helping i.e branding yourself to the right people, you're more likely to have those leads come quickly. Another way that personal branding attracts jobs on twitter is by bringing up your profile consistently in search results when people go looking for answers related to your expertise.

Article by, Patrick Ambron and courtesy of Brand-Yourself.com for actionable tips to put you in a position of power in the job market

Posted by Candice Arnold on July 24, 2009 at 12:06 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

College students and recent graduates may need to look to the past for help with their entry level job searches. The Great Depression affected our economy in the United States much worse than the current recession, with an unemployment rate of about 25%, according to one article. While the unemployment rate isn't nearly that high today, people are concerned about a continuous loss of jobs. However, some people were able to find jobs during the Great Depression. Here are some tips people used then, and that you can use now in your job search:

Look your best - Your appearance isn't unnoticeable in the public eye. Dress like you're a professional; you never know who is watching you.

Put the employer's needs before your own - Concentrate on how you, the job seeker, can fill the needs of a prospective employer. Allow that thought to influence how you approach your job search (resumes, interviews, etc.).

Make a written sales presentation of what you have to offer - This idea could seal the deal when it comes to landing a job. My source lists what should be included in this presentation; it basically involves providing physical proof to an employer of your qualifications for a particular job.

In reality, our country doesn't have it as bad in this recession when compared to the Great Depression. Sometimes, people need to look back before they can move forward. And it may be this approach that helps college students and recent graduates weather this recession, and find entry level jobs.

Information provided by Kevin Donlin.

Source
http://www.job.com/my.job/careerlib/aid=711/

Posted by William F on July 24, 2009 at 10:58 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Anyone who is familiar with the world of personal branding is probably aware that Dan Schawbel is not its only advocate. Pete Kistler, a leading online reputation management expert for Generation Y, one of the Top 30 definitive personal branding experts on Twitter and CEO of Brand-Yourself.com is another. Kistler is possibly every bit as dedicated as Schawbel to teaching his peers - and anyone else who's interested - in how to build and maintain a strong, positive online presence.

Since October of 2008, CollegeRecruiter.com has had an agreement with Brand-Yourself.com that allows us to cross post complete articles from their site to ours, thereby expanding their reach and helping CollegeRecruiter.com provide the most relevant, timely information for its visitors.

Kistler, who values curiosity, well-defined goals, simplicity and relationships (above all else), is a finalist for Entrepreneur Magazine's $5,000 College Entrepreneur of 2009 contest. If he wins, Kistler will also receive two spreads in Entrepreneur Magazine (one in January 2010 and a follow-up piece in December of that year), and an all-expense paid trip for himself and a guest to an awards ceremony in Miami, FL, in addition to the $5,000 seed money to put toward starting a business based on his own concept. Click here to cast your vote.

Although there's plenty of time to vote for Kistler, the contest runs until October 12, 2009, it's better to get your votes in early!

Posted by Candice Arnold on July 22, 2009 at 4:13 PM | Leave a Comment (2)

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Maintaining a professional online image is a very important aspect of your career. Through a simple online search, an employer or client can find out what you like to do, how you blog and tweet and see the overall professional online image you portray of yourself.

Here's advice and eight tips on maintaining your image as a professional online:

First of all, how often do you update your Facebook status? More importantly, how do your updates reflect your professional online image? The status "At the bar getting trashed tonight" does not sounds professional. Neither does the wall post from your friend talking about that last party.

Tip No. 1: Don't use your status updates to share information about the actions an employer doesn't need to know about, censor your wall posts and patrol the posts written by others on your own wall.

The photos you post also can impact how people perceive your online professional image. Although it won't hurt your image if you have photos showing you outside of the professional setting, it will hurt you if your photos display you in a way an employer may see as inappropriate. Even if you don't post unprofessional photos of yourself, your friends could still tag you in photos without considering how it could affect your image. Depending on your career goals, the type of photos considered appropriate will vary.

Tip No. 2: Never post pictures of yourself at a bar, party or other situation that may be inappropriate and inform your friends to ask for permission before tagging you in a photo.

Facebook users concerned with maintaining a professional online image also should be cautious about joining groups and fan pages. Groups such as "Party Girls" do not portray professionalism. The various applications on Facebook, such as quizzes and games, also can affect your image.

Tip No. 3: Try to avoid joining groups, fan pages and applications that are not relevant to your field. If you decide to join an irrelevant group, be sure it is about a topic you would be willing to discuss with a company CEO and your grandmother.

Setting your profile to private is one way to avoid professional online image issues. But, people often accept friends who they do not know well. Additionally, a potential employer may go through a mutual friend to see your profile.

Tip No. 4: Even with strict privacy settings, it is still possible for other people to get access to your Facebook account. Always be insistent on maintaining a professional online image, even if your profile is set to private.

Your tweets and the conversations you join are a reflection of your professional online image. If you do not have your tweets set to private, watch what you tweet.

Tip No. 5: Build a professional online image by sharing ideas and information and adding knowledge to the community. Write relevant and useful tweets.

One of the social networks used less often by young professionals is LinkedIn. But, LinkedIn can help build credibility in a person's professional online image. You should go beyond simply filling out a profile and take full advantage of the site's features.

Tip No. 6: Request recommendations, join groups and answer questions of other users after creating your LinkedIn profile.

Participating in the blogosphere also can help build a professional online image. Blogging displays leadership and knowledge in your given field. As a blogger, you also should contribute to the community by commenting on other blogs. If you wish to be seen as a professional, you should not write about personal matters on your blog.

Tip No. 7: Strategically write blog posts that will showcase your skills and knowledge and comment on other industry-related blogs.

A personal Web site or online portfolio is a great tool to help build a professional online image. Not only does it show that you are serious about your career, but you also can include materials to promote your personal brand, such as recommendations and work examples.

Tip. No. 8: Create a clean, well-designed Web site focused on promoting your personal brand in your field to help build your image.

Professional online images take time to create and build. By following these eight tips, you can help build a positive and credible online image that can help advance your career.

Rachel Esterline, a public relations senior at Central Michigan University, blogs at A Step Ahead and is the 2009 Founder's Award recipient and public relations intern at Fahlgren Mortine, a public relations firm in Columbus, Ohio.

Article courtesy of Brand-Yourself.com for actionable tips to put you in a position of power in the job market

Posted by Candice Arnold on July 22, 2009 at 10:36 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

I know it's hard to imagine that any industries are doing well during this recession. Probably, most of them have been affected in some way. However, there are industries where employment opportunities do exist. Here are some industries in the recession everyone should look out for, including college students and recent graduates who are looking for entry level jobs.

Education - With the right skills and knowledge, you can find opportunities in places from daycares to colleges.

Healthcare/Psychology - There is always a need to take care of people physically and/or mentally. For more on healthcare, see Health Care Jobs on the Rise.

Security/Public Safety/Military - The people who protect and serve our country make us feel safe; jobs in these areas should provide "security" in the workforce.

Skilled Trades - Having a specific skill that affects people's everyday lives is useful when trying to find a job (ex. - beauty professionals).

Sales - If you have a knack for being a good salesperson, you could potentially find employment in this field.

Even though this recession may be impacting most industries, there are areas where people can find work; this includes college students and recent graduates who are searching for entry level jobs.

For more industries that have employment opportunities in the recession, see the source below.

Information provided by Megan Pittsley.

Source
http://www.jobseekerweekly.com/newsletter.php?news=1079

Posted by William F on July 22, 2009 at 9:51 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Well, I was talking a long time and I thought that the interview was going well when they asked - when it was private and nobody was around - an illegal question on me. In my hands I had the booklet for the answer but what I found out was that it was a rights driven line of interviewees so I left and told them that I was going to accept the offer of the other employer because he was a person who respected the law.

Ask around and don't forget the employment office near you. The job hunt is murder on the soul.

-- Submitted by A. T. from Oakland, California, United States through the CollegeRecruiter.com Career Blog Application on Facebook.com.

Posted by Facebook Career Blog on July 21, 2009 at 11:45 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

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People want to interact with your personal brand on their own terms. That's why building your brand online is so important. No matter where you are physically, getting Brand You on the web helps you attract unknown opportunities.

Today, we'll focus on becoming visible on the web.

Before we dive in, make sure the username and name combination you use across the web is unique enough to stand a chance in Google results. To make sure they're working for you and not against you, check out 5 Tips to Rank Highly on Google. Now let's start making your personal brand more visible!

How to Establish Visibility for Your Personal Brand

1. Professional profiles. If you aren't on LinkedIn, you're missing out on serious professional networking. Create an account and build your brand on LinkedIn. Next, claim your Google profile, which ranks highly in Google results.
2. Social networking profiles. Be authentic and be safe here. Perception is reality on the web, so keep things clean, professional, and if necessary, enable privacy settings.
3. Directories. Create a basic profile on ZoomInfo, Naymz, Ziggs, and Xing. They make it easier to find you in Google. Think of them as a way to point people to other places like your blog/website, LinkedIn profile and Twitter profile.
4. Usernames for top-tier web services. To prevent mistaken identity, claim your username on Digg, StumbleUpon, Delicious, Technorati, WordPress, Flickr and YouTube. Also consider an account on Vimeo, Disqus, BackType, Posterous and Tumblr. It takes a minute to sign up for each, and will save you a world of pain down the road if a belligerent ex-convict takes your username tomorrow.
5. Gravatar. Claim your Gravatar (globally recognized avatar) so your blog comments and online activity have a consistently branded headshot. Make sure your headshot fits your brand.
6. Photos and videos. Do a quick Google image search and video search to make sure you have no incriminating photos or movies out there. If you do, ask the owner to take it down or publish so much positive media that it becomes irrelevant. Visibility for the wrong reasons can be worse than no visibility.
7. Interlink your web presence. Now that you've laid the foundation of a visible brand with the 6 tips above, interlink your web presence to maximize your rank in Google and make it easy for people to find out more about you.

Don't even think about leaving this page until you complete these tips. The only time you have to build your brand is now! If you have any tips of your own, I'd love to hear them.

Random shout out: Check out Phil Gerbyshak's post, My Personal Brand (in response to my post of the same name), both of which are based on Meg Guiseppi's popular Personal Branding Worksheet. Try the worksheet yourself, write a blog post about it, and I'll feature it on our blog!

Article by, Pete Kistler and courtesy of Brand-Yourself.com for actionable tips to put you in a position of power in the job market

Posted by Candice Arnold on July 21, 2009 at 7:06 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

When most people think about health care careers, they focus on doctors and nurses, and rightfully so. These workers play an important part in their patients' well being. However, there are some other health care professions on the rise that are also essential in treating people. College students who are interested in the health care field may find entry level job opportunities in the following professions:

Dosimetrist - Calculates and measures the dosage of radiation used in cancer treatment.

Phlebotomist - A medical technician who draws blood.

Cytotechnologist - Examines human cells under a microscope for signs of malignancy, infection, and other diseases.

As the needs become greater for health care, so will the demand for various professions in the field. This means that more entry level job opportunities will be made available in areas like the ones mentioned. This is good news in case you don't plan on becoming a doctor or a nurse.

For more information on health care jobs on the rise, read the magazine below.

Information provided by Liz Wolgemuth.

Source
U.S. News & World Report - July 2009

Posted by William F on July 20, 2009 at 11:29 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

While many people continue to lose their jobs in this recession, they are wondering which companies are hiring, and the type of candidates they want. Some companies are looking for more diversity in the workplace; these diverse candidates are willing to adapt to change and work with a variety of people on the job. In this economy, employers only want to hire the best candidates for entry level jobs. That means college students and recent graduates need to have the skills and qualities relevant to the jobs they're looking for. An article I read for this blog talked about one MBA graduate who took her internship and turned it into a full-time job.

Now, here are some of the companies who made Black Enterprise's 40 Best Companies for Diversity list:

1. Aflac Inc.
2. AT&T Inc.
3. Burger King Corp.
4. The Coca-Cola Co.
5. Darden Restaurants Inc.
6. Fedex Corp.
7. Ford Motor Co.
8. General Mills
9. Kellogg Co.
10. Marriott International Inc.
11. McDonald's Corp.
12. MGM Mirage
13. Pepsi Bottling Group Inc.
14. Procter & Gamble Co.
15. State Farm Insurance Co.
16. Toyota Motor North America
17. United Parcel Service
18. Verizon Communications Inc.
19. Xerox Corp.
20. Yum! Brands Inc.

For more of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity, read the magazine below.

Information provided by Sonia Alleyne and Annya M. Lott.

Source
Black Enterprise - July 2009

Posted by William F on July 17, 2009 at 4:05 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

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You've landed the internship. The boss liked you. He was impressed by your extensive list of extra-curricular activities and leadership roles as a student in college. You're all set...right? Wrong! Plenty of interns acquire internships with an impressive résumé. These steps will tell you how to impress your employers with the writer of the résumé-you!

Be a "self-starter." You will surely hear this phrase in the workplace for years to come. Employers are always looking for "self-starters." That is, someone who will not wait to be asked to do something, but rather someone who looks for work to do. This means you're asking anyone you can if there is something you can do to help them out.

Do the dirty work eagerly! You're at the bottom of the totem pole when you're an intern, so it is inevitable that you will be given undesirable work to do. Be excited to do it! Exude enthusiasm when given the chance to answer the phones. Light up at the opportunity to sift through paperwork. If you're happy to do what most people dread, this will definitely show in a positive way.
Volunteer your spare time. Even if you and your boss decided on a set schedule, they won't forbid you from staying a little late. Tackle a project that might take an hour or so longer to complete than you're supposed to work. This brings me back to my first point: Ask for the assignment in the first place.
Be talkative! You are at your internship primarily to learn. Ask questions. Present new ideas. Talk to the employees about what they do and how they do it. Just make sure you aren't spending all your time chatting about how things are going with your girlfriend or what your plans are for the weekend.
Sell your strengths. Are you a pro at Adobe Photoshop? Have a way with words? Are you the fastest typist this side of the Mississippi? Let others know that! Whether you are mentioning your strengths in the interview process or boasting about them to fellow employees, you may just find that the opportunities to prove yourself in these areas will present themselves.
Find a mentor. The head honcho of the company might be a little busy, but there is probably another employee that would be happy to be your mentor. Look for a go-to person who seems the most welcoming to you and hang around them for a little while. See if you can shadow them while you work. You'll find that many people will be happy to act as your internship "guru." Keep this person as a reference, too - this is a great networking opportunity!

Being proactive at your internship may not be second-nature for everyone, but it really is an excellent way to market yourself. This is your first taste of what life after college will be like, and using these points as your guide will show everyone that you'll be fully equipped for the real world when you graduate.

Adrienne is a Syracuse University student from Danbury, CT majoring in Writing and Rhetoric with a Leadership Communication minor. She is a big fan of impressionist art, ocean views and classic rock. She hopes to one day have her name in the credits of a hit film whether behind the scenes or in front of the camera.

Article courtesy of Brand-Yourself.com for actionable tips to put you in a position of power in the job market

Posted by Candice Arnold on July 17, 2009 at 2:17 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

A resume provides information about who you are as a job candidate. It helps a prospective employer understand how you can benefit his or her company. Resume bullets are often used to emphasize skills or key points you want to make that are relevant to a particular job. It's important, however, to present these bullet points in a way that makes them see more interesting to an employer. One college career specialist offers a four step process to get entry level job seekers started:

1. Skills - Focus on any job skills you've acquired, not the job duty itself (ex.- leadership skills).

2. Structure - Create a statement that combines the skills you learned with the job duty (ex.- I learned [skills] by doing/because/while [job duty]).

3. Verb - Change "I learned" to begin your bullet point with a more eye catching verb (ex.- I acquired leadership skills by working on a group project).

4. Clarify - Let's say your original bullet was "worked on group project". Now, you can be more specific with your bullet point by answering questions such as who, what, where, when, and why. For example, if you wanted to focus on who you worked with and the type of project, you might say the following:

Revised bullet - Acquired leadership skills in marketing campaign alongside management team.

I like this approach to an entry level job candidate's resume bullets. By following this four step process, you can go from having plain bullet points to more appealing bullet points. As a result, your resume could stand out from the competition.

Information provided by Cindy Norberg.

Source
Campus Career Counselor - June 2009

Posted by William F on July 15, 2009 at 4:46 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

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Believe it or not, twitter is more than just a place to tell the world what you had for lunch. With over 6 million current users, it's a perfect place to take your job hunt. By adding to the conversation, twitter can help you:

1. Gain credibility in your field
2. Build meaningful professional networks quickly and effectively
3. Introduce new opportunities and land a job

However just like LinkedIn, simply joining twitter will get you nowhere. You need to develop a well-defined strategy catered specifically to your needs. Here are four easy steps that will get you well on your way and the tools that will help you get there.

1) Create a focused, targeted profile

The first step is creating your presence on twitter. Everything about twitter is short and concise. Your profile needs to say everything important about you in the time it takes to read half a sentence.

#1) Claim your twitter handle. Your goal is to get noticed so use your real name. If your name is taken, use some variation with a professional spin. (example: PR_PeggySue)

#2) Upload a professional head shot. Twitter is about meeting new people who share your passions and interests. Nobody wants to share with a default graphic. (Tip: use the same profile picture across all your social networks).

#3) Write a professional, targeted bio. You only have 160 characters, so make them count. Strip away all the fluff and pinpoint your most important qualities. Why are you on twitter and what are you passionate or knowledgeable about? Include keywords in your profile to help others find and connect with you. (Tip: Don't forget to link to your personal website or Linkedin profile)

#4) Create your custom background. If you keep your background as default, you are wasting prime real estate. Use TwitterImage to promote your other sites and profiles. The whole point is connecting, so direct your audience to other places where they can actually connect. (example: Dan Schawbel's profile here http://twitter.com/danschawbel).

2) Build your Network

Once your profile is complete, it's time to start reaching out for followers.

#1) Follow major players in your industry. Use Twellow to find them. This is a great opportunity to interact with them and put yourself on their radar. They are also phenomenal resources to keep up with industry trends. After responding directly to their tweets a few times, they are likely to follow or even respond to you back, exposing you to their highly valuable audiences.

#2) Search for people who are talking about your industry. Type relevant keywords into the search function and follow people who are talking about them. This is a quick, effective way to build a relevant network. Use Tweepz to search people's bio for relevant job titles, as well.

3) Add value to your community
This is the most important point to take away. Twitter is a completely open, ongoing conversation. While following people will connect you to valuable, new information, your followers expect the same from you. Before you benefit from your network, you need to establish yourself as a thoughtful, contributing member.

Schawbel consistently puts out interesting, relevant info for followers

#1) Post helpful, interesting tweets. Most people don't care what you had for lunch. They are interested in tweets that yield a positive impact on their day. Try posting daily quotes or tips. For example, at @brandyourself, I post daily job search tips since many of my followers are looking for a job.

#2) Link to interesting, relevant information. The best way to establish yourself as a valuable member-or even expert- of your community is to share new, interesting information. Read industry blogs and newsletters and post your favorite articles. Use TwitterFeed and TweetLater to save you time and post them throughout the day.

#3) Answer relevant questions. There is no better way to prove your worth. Take a little time each day to search for questions pertaining to your area of expertise. Type in a specific keyword followed by a question mark to filter results. For example, I type "resume tips ?" to find people looking for help with their resume. This is an excellent way to attract more followers, and establish yourself as an authority in your line of work.

#4) Retweet other people who add value to you. If someone in your network posted something you found helpful, acknowledge it by retweeting it to your followers. This is important for building relationships and it also exposes you to their audience.

#5) Engage your community. Above all else, twitter is a conversation. So ask questions, reply to others using the @ function, and ask for feed back. Just make sure you are part of the conversation.

4) Find a job

Once you build a strong network, you will be surprised at the opportunities 140 characters can bring.

Job Boards on twitter are becoming increasingly effective

#1) Tweet occasionally about your job search. Be clear exactly what you are looking for and what kind of skills you bring with you. If you have proven yourself as a thoughtful, intelligent individual, your followers will be happy to extend a helping hand. A few retweets brings your profile a long way.

#2) Keep growing your network. Once you build a strong network of followers who like what you have to say, find more. Use tools like twubble to find out who your followers are following. This is a quick way to multiply relevant followers

#3) Search. Use twitter search to look for job openings that were posted. Type in relevant keywords like your job title or desired position. Set up an RSS feed for these keywords using TweetBeep.

#4) Follow accounts that post job listings in your industry. There is no quicker platform to browse or post job listings. More and more companies are posting listings online, looking for socially savvy individuals. Choose aggregators that are geographically/industry specific.

In reality, these are the same tactics used in traditional job hunting, just magnified. Build quality relationships with people in your industry who know and understand your qualifications. For more tips follow us @brandyourself.

Patrick is a 21 year old graduate of the Newhouse School of Communications at Syracuse University. For the past few years, he has been extensively studying and practicing the transformitive power of New Media and social technologies. He believes these technologies have made it possible for all businesses-big or small- to reach out and build meaningful relationships with relevant customers.

Article courtesy of Brand-Yourself.com for actionable tips to put you in a position of power in the job market

Posted by Candice Arnold on July 15, 2009 at 8:47 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Recently, I read an article about someone who has had a few, tough experiences. The author compares these experiences with the cold, hard reality many people are facing in the real world - looking for a new job. Toughness is exactly what college students and recent graduates need to find entry level jobs. Here are some tips they can use in their job searches:

Network - Talk to anyone who may be able to help you in your job search; this may include your family, friends, former co-workers, etc.

Stay connected to your industry - Do research on your industry to follow any trends, and find the most up-to-date information. Use resources such as the Internet to conduct your research.

Use LinkedIn to your advantage - This tool can allow you to find job opportunities and also connect with new acquaintances. Recruiters also use the site in search of the best candidates for jobs.

Join a hobby group - Becoming part of an organized activity is a good way to make good contacts during your job search (ex.- a bowling league).

College students and recent graduates must show toughness in their entry level job searches. In a competitive environment for jobs, they should take advantage of any resources that can help make the difference in getting hired by employers.

For more tips to employ in your job search, see the source below.

Information provided by Rachel Polish.

Source
http://www.jobseekerweekly.com/newsletter.php?news=1062

Posted by William F on July 13, 2009 at 12:10 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

For college students and recent graduates who are looking for expert advice and relevant information on their paths to success in the real world, they should visit CollegeRecruiter.com's Insights By Career Services Experts Blog. On our blog, readers will find blogs written by college career service office professionals. This blog was created because CollegeRecruiter.com wants students and graduates, as well as employers and contributors, to know that there is a place where career services experts share their knowledge. So, how does the blog benefit you, the college students and recent graduates?

The Insights by Career Services Experts Blog provides excerpts of blogs written by professionals in one place so you can quickly and easily find information on various topics such as entry level jobs and internships. Here are some of our contributors to the blog and the type of information you can find on it:

• University of Michigan
• Blog: SI Career Services Blog
• Article: Looking for International Work or Internship?

• St. Norbert College
• Blog: SNC Open Positions
• Article: Survey Center Interviewers

• Auburn University
• Blog: Tigers Prepare
• Article: Super-charge your job search!

Posted by William F on July 8, 2009 at 12:12 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

For college students who want to make a lasting impression on people's health and on the environment, they may want to consider entering a bioengineering program. Bioengineers focus on how living systems can help to promote both of these ideas. The University of Stanford in California offers a program to help prepare students for entry level jobs in bioengineering.

By learning concepts from both engineering and life sciences, students can engage in discovering and developing new practices in biomedicine through research and teaching. Thanks to Stanford's Department of Bioengineering, students often learn biology and engineering together to understand how they are used in bioengineering. The department's goal is to prepare students to be fluent in biomedicine and engineering.

While Stanford doesn't offer an undergraduate degree in bioengineering at the moment, there are undergraduate programs available in other areas. There are also introductory seminars, and advanced undergraduate and graduate courses students can participate in; one course is bioengineering problems and experimental investigation.

Stanford has had success with other research programs and wants to continue that trend with its bioengineering program. The school wants students who are interested in playing their role in advancing biomedicine.

Sources
http://bioengineering.stanford.edu/
http://bioengineering.stanford.edu/education/
http://bioengineering.stanford.edu/about/history.html

Posted by William F on July 8, 2009 at 10:16 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Competition for jobs is fierce these days with everyone on the prowl trying to catch the opportunities that are available. Anyone looking for a job must be at the top of their game in order to stay ahead of the competition. That's why college students and recent graduates who want to get internships and entry level jobs must be willing to go the extra mile in their job search. Here are a couple of tips they can use to do just that:

What will you bring to the employer? - This is showing a prospective employer what skills and other benefits you have that make you the best candidate for the job. Use your resume, cover letter, and other opportunities to clearly communicate this information.

Utilize the free career related workshops in your area - As a job seeker, these are your opportunities to learn more information so you can improve your job search.

College students and recent graduates are dealing with a competitive environment that has only so many internships and entry level jobs. They must be willing to go that extra mile to show employers how much they want these positions.

For other tips, see the source below.

Source
http://www.thecareernews.com/newsletter.php?news=1070

Posted by William F on July 6, 2009 at 12:59 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

I plan on researching new ways to become more marketable to prospective employers by finishing my degree program through a new federal grant I recently found out about.

-- Submitted by A. G. from Jackson, New Jersey, United States through the CollegeRecruiter.com Career Blog Application on Facebook.com.

Posted by Facebook Career Blog on July 6, 2009 at 7:55 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Many college students are probably looking for work this summer while they're away from school. Due to the recession, students should expect to have competition with a limited number of jobs available per employer. That said, there are opportunities available; college students just have to be proactive in their searches for summer jobs. Here are some tips to keep in mind:

Use multiple resources in your job search - Check your career services office, the Internet, newspapers, and even your friends, family, and other acquaintances.

Develop a quality resume - Include your skills and qualifications like you would do when applying for an entry level job. In addition, provide your educational background.

Dress to impress for an interview - Having a professional appearance for an interview shows that you are serious about getting the job you want.

Summer is here, and I believe many college students want to earn some money and/or gain some valuable work experience for the future. For students who are thinking beyond the summer, they may want to consider internships to learn more about their career fields.

Check out some summer job options for college students by clicking on the source below.

Information provided by Maya Pillai.

Source
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/summer-jobs-for-college-students.html

Posted by William F on July 2, 2009 at 11:49 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

No, they should thank me. I am the one who came to them.

-- Submitted by W. A. from Merrifield, Virginia, United States through the CollegeRecruiter.com Career Blog Application on Facebook.com.

Posted by Facebook Career Blog on July 1, 2009 at 8:19 AM | Leave a Comment (0)