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Why January is the perfect time for early career job seekers to stand out

January is not just the start of a new year. It is the best time to reboot a stalled job search. Hiring teams are setting new priorities and budgets are resetting. Most candidates start the month by sending out generic …

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Back-to-School Checklist: Must-Dos for Every College Student

Welcome back to school! Are you settling in? I hope so—Syllabus Week is probably over, and it's time to get to actual work. The year can absolutely fly by, so I thought now would be a good time to take …

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18 Career Goals for 2025 That Will Make This Your Best Year Yet

As the end of the year approaches, it’s natural to reflect on everything you’ve accomplished over the past 12 months. Maybe you landed a new job, took on a big project at work, or even started thinking about a career …

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7 Highest Paying Skilled Trades For Top Earning Potential

Are you looking for a career that offers high earning potential? Skilled trades are a great option, with most workers earning above average wages for their level of experience. In fact the top 7 highest paying skilled trades are all …

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How to get a job if you have a felony, misdemeanor, or other criminal record | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep5

The Challenge:

Prevalence of criminal records: A significant number of students and graduates have criminal records, with an estimated 4% having felony convictions.
Employer Reluctance: Many employers are hesitant to hire individuals with criminal histories, making the job search particularly …

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When There’s No Home To Return To

Many of my close friends as well as my sister recently took voluntary separation packages from the large newspaper company for whom I toiled for 14 years.
I was long gone, but I still kept tabs on the shocking demise …

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Adulting 101: How to Spend Your Paycheck. On Yesterday, Today, or Tomorrow?

More employees today than ever face this challenging dilemma when they start a career after college: Pay down student loan debt, take care of yourself now or build savings for the future? To answer this question for yourself, you first …

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16 Passive Income Ideas for Young Adults—With Little Money, Online, and More

If you’re in your late teens or early 20s and—like many young Americans—currently stressed about money, we’ve got some passive income ideas that might help you get by or build a more secure financial future.

In today’s unpredictable economy, …

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