Archive for the ‘Professionals’ Category
Good News for College Grad Employment
Sunday, November 8th, 2009The latest government (BLS) unemployment statistics for October, 2009, were accompanied by a collective national groan. Across all populations, the average unemployment rate rose to a high of 10.2%–up four tenths of a percent from September, 2009, and 54% higher than a year ago. But unemployment woes have not affected every group equally. There is a whopping discrepancy between individuals with no high school diploma, and those with a college degree.
How Can I Transition From a Career in Law to Business?
Tuesday, September 29th, 2009Q. After six years in corporate law, I have decided to go into business. I’m having a hard time getting my foot in the door. What do you advise?
Is starting your own business a good idea for unemployed new grads?
Thursday, September 17th, 2009Q. I’m a recent college grad with a true entrepreneurial spirit. Since I’m currently unemployed, I’m thinking of starting my own business. Unfortunately, I have debts rather than investments. What do I need to consider before I put “CEO” on my resume?
Getting out of Law
Friday, September 11th, 2009Q. I’m a lawyer who’s never taken to the legal profession. Can I look forward to other career options?
A. What your question does not tell me is if you’ve “gone off” the law entirely, or simply don’t want to work in a law firm, where you have to bill in excess of 2,000 hours a year and never see your family.
Interview Success: An Employer Perspective
Saturday, August 29th, 2009Whew! You got your foot in the door for an interview. Now what? It turns out that what you don’t do is as important as what you do. In this guest blog, Adriane Kyropoulos gives the inside scoop on these important do’s and don’ts. Adriane’s an expert: As Vice President in Human Capital Management at Goldman Sachs, she interviewed hundreds, if not thousands, of candidates. Here are her reflections on common mistakes made during the interview process.
Management Coaching: A Strategic Investment for Colleges & Universities
Monday, August 24th, 2009When college and university budgets are tight, one of the first items on the chopping block is travel. The non-essential travel ban hits training and conferences the hardest–just at a time when more is being asked of higher education professionals. Luckily, there is an excellent, cost-effective alternative to external training: management coaching.
How Do I Ace The Interview?
Tuesday, August 18th, 2009Question. I’m a recent grad who has not yet found work. I’m looking for an event management position in New York, and employers seem interested, but I don’t get called back after the interview. What am I doing wrong?
Laid Off: Choosing Outplacement Assistance vs. Salary Pay Off
Tuesday, August 18th, 2009Question: I have been laid off from my mid-level management position, and have been offered outplacement assistance or an extra month of salary. Which should I take?
What Next for Would-be Investment Bankers?
Sunday, June 21st, 2009Business Students Rethink Wall Street Plans: McNeil Lehrer News Hour, June 15, 2009
After the economic slump scuttled their plans to enter the financial sector, business students at Duke University look at different alternatives, such as graduate school, or rethink their career paths altogether. Judy Woodruff talks to some recent graduates in the second part of her Generation Next series.
Employment and the New College Grad
Saturday, May 30th, 2009What should college students and recent grads do to find employment? In this transcript of a Forte Foundation webinar conversation, Sheila Curran maintains that success in the job search is all about attitude, focus and strategy.