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Career options for graduates of finance programs
Graduates who have done studies in finance programs can work in areas such as real estate, banking and investment sector. There are so many different job titles for people with finance degrees, however, the following are a few common titles associated with the finance...
Beat the odds with these job search strategies
The majority of clients I speak to as a recruiter and interview coach use online job boards as their primary source of finding opportunities. However, according to many sources, less than 20-30% of hires come from job boards. Applying to hundreds of jobs online isn't...
How to use August wisely to get hired in September!
Many people put their job search on hold until September. And of course summer is the perfect time to go away and recharge your batteries. However, if you’re serious about changing jobs, I wouldn’t recommend slacking off on your job search during the summer for...
Being The Baby of the Workplace – Overcoming Age Discrimination
You finally get a new job and you can’t wait to start. Unfortunately, when you enter your office, you notice that you can’t see anyone in your age group and all the employees there are older than you. You may feel that everyone continues to ignore you as they consider...
Careers in Finance Industry
The finance industry offers a wide variety of opportunities, training, and career enrichment and on top a better working environment. If you are a graduate, a degree in finance is just the beginning. The most important thing is to know which career path to follow...
8 Interview Questions You Shouldn’t Be Answering in Interviews
This article is part of the "Interview Questions tips" series. There are some questions and some topics that should be off-limits during an interview and some of them are even illegal. But, it is not common for inexperienced and even sneaky interviewers to throw one...
Feeling the pressure of the job hunt? Here’s a quick fix
Looking for a job isn’t a bundle of fun. It takes hard work, patience and hundreds of CVs sent to apathetic employers – and that’s before you even receive a reply. Indeed, without a sense of perspective, you’ll most likely feel like giving up before you’ve even...
7 Benefits of an Online Resume
This article is part of the "Resume tips" series. When a potential employer sees your name, the very first thing they’re going to do is type it into Google, and what pops up could very well make or break your chances of getting that coveted position. Just about...
How to increase your chances of getting a job offer
If you’re a job seeker and interviewing with many companies, you might be wondering: What does it actually take to get a job offer? Landing a job can be tough. Many companies have smaller budgets and when several people have an input into a hiring decision and they...
8 Interview Shortcomings That Cost Millennials A Golden Job Opportunity
Research has shown that companies are more likely to hire those nearer retirement age as compared to millennials, and it seems like millennials’ attitudes are to blame. Many firms call millennials in for an interview but never extend a job offer. If you are among...
