
The computer, engineering and information technology fields are growing so quickly that the supply of employees can’t keep up with employers’ demands. Techies have plenty of jobs to choose from, but that doesn’t mean that the job search is easy. Several sites can help jump-start a high tech job search by providing information, resources, and lots of listings.
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The long run of the bull market during the 1990s drew many people to the fast-paced, number-sexy world of high finance. The allure of a good salary and of gaining valuable financial knowledge through experience makes a business career a popular one.
However there are a limited number of high-ranking financial professionals such as equity analysts and investment bankers. "Generally, you need an advanced degree and usually some type of accreditation," said Edward, a financial professional in the investment field. "You don’t see too many ‘vice-president of finance’ postings in the newspaper." Read the rest of this entry »

The resume is an essential part of the job search process. Once you find the perfect employer, you must send them a resume that makes you look like the perfect employee. Online resources can help, whether you have 20 years of experience or are just entering the workforce. Read the rest of this entry »
Ever wonder why you don’t get called back after that first interview? What’s holding you back from that great job while others are getting hired after shorter job searches?
It could be something you DIDN’T do.
What are the traits of a good candidate? How can you make a good impression? Here are the top five ways to win over your interviewer and get a leg up on the competition. Read the rest of this entry »

Last Spring, I received an e-mail from a student who was planning to spend the summer in Boulder, Colorado. He had gotten my name from a list of Northwestern University alumni living in Colorado and asked if I could offer any advice. As luck would have it, our Denver office was looking for a summer intern. He was interviewed and hired. Read the rest of this entry »