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50 Mistakes College Students Make

It’s alright to make some mistakes, as long as you learn from them. College is a time to adapt to your world and adapt your worldview to best serve you. However, there are mistakes that can be irreparable if you don’t watch your step.… Continue reading

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Know What You’re Getting Into

I am proud to be a lawyer and I am proud to help other people reach their dream of becoming a lawyer. However, there have been numerous stories recently that may discourage you from applying to law school. There are negative and disgruntled law students and attorneys warning you about the evils of law schools, of the profession, and of anyone remotely related to it.… Continue reading

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How To Switch Careers

There’s nothing like a recession that rips more than seven million jobs out of the economy to get you focused on your career. The road back to full employment will be a years-long slog during which survivors will learn this important lesson: The key to success in the 21st-century job market is to reinvent yourself.… Continue reading

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Highest paying college degrees and schools

Attending school in California and becoming an engineering major can really pay off for college graduates — by thousands of dollars a year.

According to a report released Thursday from salary-tracker PayScale.com, petroleum engineering majors and graduates of Harvey Mudd College are taking home the biggest paychecks.… Continue reading

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Making an Easy Re-Entry Into the Work Force

If you’ve been unemployed for months and have finally found a job, you’re likely thrilled at first. But anxiety often follows that excitement. Starting any new job is hard, and coming back to work after a long layoff can be even harder.… Continue reading

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Career Advice: Building a Resume

It’s the great “Catch-22″ of life: if you want a job, get experience. If you need experience, get a job.

How does one get around this? Obviously, it is possible; everyone has to start out somewhere. In fact, chances are that you do have experience in your chosen career field and don’t even realize it.… Continue reading

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