Every job seeker receives different advice and strategy from family, friends and professionals when it comes to job search. But what is true and what is a myth. While certain myths of the trade are harmless, others are disastrous to the success of a job seeker. So how do you know which advice to disregard … Continue reading Myths of the Job Hunt Exposed!
Several of us had the opportunity to attend the Florida Association of College and Employers (ACE) conference this week with our Career Service colleagues from all over the state. What we learned is this: “the times they are a changing.” Career Service Centers all over the state are retooling to meet the needs of a … Continue reading The Future of Career Services: What does it mean for you – the student?
Rajae White is a recent graduate from Gibbs High School and was dual enrolled at St. Petersburg College. We asked him if he knew what he wanted to go to college to study – and somewhat surprisingly – he knew! He credits his time at SPC to helping him think in terms of his long term future … Continue reading Dual Enrolled Student? Start thinking about your career path now!
Are you searching for the perfect career? Not sure what you want to major in at St. Petersburg College? What are the hot jobs of the future? Check out what the U.S. News & World Report has to say about the best jobs of 2015! What are the Top Ten Jobs of 2015: 1. Dentist … Continue reading U.S. News and World Report, Best Jobs of 2015!
By many studies, networking is noted as the #1 way people find new jobs and advance their career. Levo’s Personal Branding Blog notes multiple strategies for effective networking, highlighting two: 1) Make the other person talk more than you and 2) make effective requests for action. Many people believe that the goal of networking is … Continue reading Everyone talks about “Networking” – but could you be doing it wrong?
“As a major contributor to this blog and career specialist working directly with students and employers to assist in making connections, I have had the unique opportunity to review a lot of resumes. In fact, in the last six months, I have reviewed approximately 300 resumes – all belonging to SPC students.” Student or not, describing previous … Continue reading How to describe your skills on your resume
Reading this blog is a great first step to beginning your online network, but if you’re new to networking online, it can feel like you’re not getting anywhere at all. Levo writer, Avery Blank, gives a great timeline for online networking. She says that the first step is to establish your goal. Why are you … Continue reading Online Networking How the Future is connecting
As a major contributor to this blog and career specialist working directly with students and employers to assist in making connections, I have had the unique opportunity to review a lot of resumes. In fact, in the last six months, I have reviewed approximately 300 resumes – all belonging to SPC students. SPC students can … Continue reading Resume Tips: An Inside Look Directly From A Career Professional
You know it’s coming… and if you don’t, you should. “Do you have any questions for me?” Almost every interview you ever go to will end with this question. There is no reason to be ill-prepared. Asking a strong question showing your knowledge of the business and care for the position will leave a lasting … Continue reading Do You Have Any Questions For Me?
Have you ever found yourself in job search mode eagerly applying for ANY position that crosses your path? Many of us approach the job search process in a rushed fashion for a variety of justifiable reasons. Financial needs, lack of work satisfaction, and instability, are among popular reasons why job seekers engage in the haphazard … Continue reading How To Avoid Job Search Fatigue