Archive for 2013Page 3
5 Mistakes College Kids Make
By E.W., 5/21/13 In an interview in Forbes Magazine, Dan Schawbel, founder of Millennial Branding, a consulting firm with clients such as American Express and NBCUniversal, states that there are five things that college kids are (and are not) doing that are holding them back from landing a job out of college. Students are not […]
Why do we have a blog?
By E.W., 5/20/13 The Career Development blog is for any Gustavus student who is unsure about the world after college. Looking for a job, creating a résumé and cover letter, and preparing for an interview are stressful and time consuming tasks, and they aren’t even all of what goes into finding the perfect job. This […]
Prescreening Interviews Tips
By E.W., 5/17/13 According to ISEEK’s blog, the prescreening interview is becoming an increasingly common tool for employers to shorten their list of potential employers. For those of you have yet to experience a prescreening interview, and for those who need a little help, here is some advice that ISEEK gives. First, to make sure […]
3 Tips for Utilizing Social Media
By E.W., 5/16/13 Most people have an understanding of what social media is and how to use it. Few, however, know how to utilize social media in their job search. Social media consultant and career counselor Kevin Grubb has three tips that will help you take advantage of what social media has to offer. Be […]
7 Traits Business Leaders Look for in Top Talent
By E.W., 5/8/13 When writing up your resume and cover letter and preparing for an interview, you want to make sure it conveys who you really are as an individual. Yet, as you fine tune everything, Onewire Blog gives you a few more things to consider. The blog conducted numerous interviews of prominent executive leaders […]
Job Choices Online
By E.W., 5/8/13 There is another great online resource out there for job hunters. Created by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), the Job Choices Online website is a fantastic resource for finding and preparing for jobs. The site operates much like an online magazine; it has sections on key aspects of landing […]
Spring NACE Surveys
By E.W., 4/30 According to several of the latest NACE surveys, the outlook for employment is mixed for the Class of 2013. First, NACE reports that the 13 percent increase in job openings that had been projected in the fall of 2012 is failing to live up to expectations. Instead, the projection has flattened to […]
Writing Careers Blog – Firethorne
By E.W. 4/18/13 According to their statement on the Gustavus website, the Firethorne is a “student-run literary magazine comprised solely of student work.” And while the magazine presents a fantastic outlet for Gusties to share their creative work, for Gustavus students interested in writing and publishing, the Firethorne offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity. First and foremost, […]