Employment Spot

Rather than throwing yourself into the job market without any idea of where you are heading, planning your career will help ensure that you have the right tools to get the perfect job for you.  It is important to keep in mind that career planning isn’t about getting a job as soon as possible.  In fact, once you have a job you enjoy, you will still be in the planning process.  Career planning means setting career goals for the future and taking the steps to ultimately reach your desired career.  Here are some career planning steps:

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When you scan the want ads looking for a new job, you see all sorts of requirements – a bachelor’s degree, at least two years experience in the field, proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. But what about the intangibles? What are employers looking for that they won’t see on your resume? Read the rest of this entry »