Dec

11

Creative resumes: Worth the risk or career suicide?

December 11, 2009 | 2 Comments

I have a confession to make: I added a splash of color to my resume.
I know, I know; many people say not to, but I couldn’t help myself. I just learned the basics of using InDesign this semester and wanted to practice my skills.
And while there are those out there who warn against the evils [...]

May

13

Personality Sold Separately

May 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Many times when graduates are applying for jobs, their skills and accomplishments are extremely similar to a majority of other candidates. In such cases, organizations look for something that makes one candidate stand out more than the others; this extra something may be an internship with a prestigious organization, or community involvement for something they’re [...]

Apr

27

Pulling Yourself out of the Applicant Pool

April 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment

In today’s failing economy, I often hear the following comments from my distressed peers:
“What am I going to do when I graduate?”
“Will mom and dad let me move home if I can’t pay rent?”
To avoid unemployment upon graduation, I suggest that college students learn two skills:
Flipping burgers.
Handling a mop.
Now if a fast-food or janitorial job [...]

Apr

13

The Economy Shouldn’t Decide PR’s Fate

April 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment

It’s no secret our economy is in a downward tailspin. As college students, we are constantly reminded of how hard it will be to be to find a job after we accept our diplomas. However, I think this is a very pessimistic view of the situation. I understand it’s important to prepare students to enter [...]

Apr

8

Tips from one “go-getter” to another

April 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment

With graduation on my mind (45 days from today, to be exact), I find myself daydreaming about my very soon-to-be future. As mixed emotions run through my head about leaving Chico, moving back in with my parents and the transition from student to professional, I begin to feel queasy when finding an actual job comes [...]

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