Most of the Class of 2009 will soon be looking to cross the bridge from college to the real world of full-time work. While the current job market may appear scary to new graduates, it's far from impossible to land that first job. This Learning Center article features five important tips to help ease the transition from student to professional.
Job-hopping and changing careers are more acceptable today than ever before. In fact, a recent Boston Globe article pointed out that the idea of following a particular career path is certainly changing, if not already outdated. In its place is an unpredictable path with twists and turns that cover a professional's working years. Read this Pongo Blog post and let us know how you feel about this issue.
Job ads have a language all their own, with such terms as self-starter or attention to detail. But what do employers really mean when they use these words? Knowing the answer can help you write resumes and cover letters that target their requirements. This Pongo Blog post takes apart an online job posting and translates 14 examples of jargon into plain English.
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