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7 Things to Know Before Writing Your First Resume

Let's face it, nearly everyone needs a resume to get a job. Even if this is your first job, your application will rise to the top of the pile if it is attached to a well written resume. It will take time to gather your information and format it in a professional manner.

Tips for Being a Successful Online Student

Online courses are a great way to attend college without having to travel to campus. It will take the proper mind-set, as well as discipline, to be successful in the virtual classroom. Here are few tips, adapted from the Illinois Online Network, to help you: 

Thinking About a Career as a High School Dropout?

Have you ever thought about droppig out of high school? There are lots of things to consider before chucking your backpack for what you believe to be the good life. A group of 533 youth from across the state of Kansas were asked a variety of questions regarding their decision to drop out of school. The final question, "Is there anything you want to share with students who are thinking about dropping out?" brought about some insightful comments.

Take a look at the actual verbiage from young Kansans who bailed before the final bell:

There is Still Time to Take a Campus Tour

It's hard to believe that July is nearly over and college classes will soon begin. Did you take the time to go on a campus tour? If not, there is still time. I touched on this topic in March, but thought I'd post a reminder on what questions to ask before you sign on the bottom line. The source of my information was from Good Morning America. Here are some of their suggustions:

11 Career Tips from a Seasoned Professional

In a previous post, I shared some insightful information on How Not to Get a Job. My source for that information was an article from AgCareers.com, written by Karen Debus, a Human Resource Manager for Valley View Farms in Maryland. In the same article, Ms. Debus gave a great list on how to land a job:

How Not to Get a Job

I spend a great deal of time visiting with people about all aspects of careers from finding jobs to getting hired to staying employed. Perhaps I have missed the boat because I spend so much time communicating what people should do, that I don't talk about what NOT to do.

Criminal Background Checks for College Studens: Yes or No

The Chronicle of Higher Education recently published a debate on whether or not colleges should perform Criminal Background Checks on their students prior to admission. According to Sara Lipka,

College Grads Moving Back Home

Where do you see yourself after graduation? After you paint yourself into a corner office with a magnificent view of downtown, take a few minutes and imagine the rest of your surroundings. Perhaps you plan to rent an apartment, drive a late model used car, and party with friends on the weekeds. While that is a great dream, it is far from reality. Take a look at this artilce by Erin Brown from the Topeka Capital:

Effective Study Habits for Students

As you prepare to head off to college for the first time, it is important to create effective study habits from the very start. Virginia Graces shares a list of  7 study habits that will increase your success rate in the big league:

Top Money-Making College Majors

When you consider your options when planning for college, do you seek a major that will pay the most, one that will make you happy, or one that members of your family predetermined for you? If you are all about the money, check out this article by Sherry Williams from Texas. According to Ms. Williams, the top 10 most profitable college majors are:

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