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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 […]
Minnesota’s Economy is Rising…Sort of
By E.W., 4/15/13 While it is still far too early to say that Minnesota’s economy has made a full come back, recent numbers show that the job market is not nearly as bleak as it once was. According to the Star Tribune, nearly 12,100 new jobs were created in nearly every sector in the month […]
Staffing Agencies
Last week I was at an information session by staffing agencies. The confirmed that staffing agencies often have positions with major employers and are a great way for new grads to find great career positions. Now – after spring break – is a great time to be in contact with agencies about opportunities for after […]
Tips for Science Majors
By E.W., 3/26/13 For all of you who are science majors, there are some helpful hints just for you that will help you in obtaining job after college. According to some of the most well-known science companies in the nation including PACE Analytical Services, Kelly Scientific Resources, and Aerotek, the form in which resumes and […]
How to Handle a Salary Request
By E. W., 3/21/13 At some point during your working life, a potential employer might ask to see your salary history. This is obviously used by the employer to screen candidates who might demand too much money. However, this request puts you in a very awkward position: you don’t want to get paid for less […]
The Only 2 Things You Need to Know About Networking
By E.W. , 3/19/13 I have written several blogs about networking and given hints about how to start, how to do it better, and with whom you should connect. However, according to Isa Adney, networking is all about two things: making friends and working hard. Adney states that in the real working world, people are […]
Top Ten for FY and SO
3/15/13, By E. W. Sophomore and first years, listen up; this blog is for you. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) there are 10 things that you should be doing right now to help you land your dream job after graduation. 1. Maintain good grades-You kept good grades all the way […]