Tag Archives: Employment

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6 Reasons You Should Stay on Your Career Path

Don't let a workplace rut cause you to do a total 360

Don’t let a workplace rut get you down. It may not be your industry that’s…

By BlackEnterprise.com

Posted: June 4, 2012 Tags: , , , , ,
Skip the objective. Objectives are outdated and rarely used in today’s world of professional resume writing. The purpose of the objective was to tell employers what you were seeking, i.e. “a challenging sales position.” Instead, the objective has now been replaced with a career profile or a summary of qualifications which tells employers exactly what you have to offer, i.e. “accomplished professional with 10 years sales experience.” Your resume should include a concise yet quality career profile which clearly indicates what you have to offer, rather than just what you desire. Employers are far more attracted to a candidate who actually brings something to the table.

Startup Savvy: 5 High-Paying Opportunities for Job Seekers

You don't have to be a technie to land a gig at the next Facebook

You don’t have to be a technie to land a gig at the next Facebook.…

By BlackEnterprise.com

Posted: June 4, 2012 Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
For many recent grads, the next step is finding the perfect job in the perfect location to ensure the perfect post-grad life. To help you get at least close to that, employment Website CareerBliss.com analyzed data based on reviews from college grads to find the happiess place to be after all the classes, parties and papers are done. Factors such as work-life balance, cost of living, and growth opportunities were taken into consideration to come up with 10 locations where young professionals can potentially find their bliss. Take a look at cities that made the cut and their "Bliss Scores" (on a scale of 1 to 5).

10 Best Cities for Young Professionals to Find Bliss

A snapshot of best places to live and work

The best cities for recent grads looking are not necessarily the big ones. Take a…

By Janell Hazelwood

Posted: May 31, 2012 Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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7 Steps to Getting a Promotion

Make strategic power moves in the right direction

Use this seven-step strategy to position yourself for a power move in the right direction.

By BlackEnterprise.com

Posted: May 30, 2012 Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,
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Cool Jobs: Dell VP Uses Skills Learned in Military to Achieve Corporate Success

West Point grad finds fulfillment using vital leadership qualities in the C-suite

Mel Parker, vice president and general manager at Dell, took time management and leadership skills…

By Demetria Irwin

Posted: May 29, 2012 Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Noah Stephens captures the beauty of Detroit and is paid to do international gigs. (Image: Stephens)

Cool Jobs: Photographer Makes Living Capturing Beauty of City Life

Entrepreneur enjoys freedom of independent career while doing what he loves

Photographer and entrepreneur pushes against stereotypes to showcase diversity of Detroit and the world at…

By Demetria Irwin

Posted: May 25, 2012 Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Cool Jobs: Television Executive Cultivates Diversity for the Screen

Tiffany Smith-Anoa’i enjoys ensuring inclusion and fairness in entertainment

Tiffany Smith-Anoa’i, a CBS diversity executive, enjoys ensuring inclusion and fairness in entertainment.

By Gil Robertson

Posted: May 15, 2012 Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Office Shade: 6 Things to Consider When Dealing with Workplace Politics

Learn to navigate the career advancement waters properly

Some professionals play the career advancement game clean, with ethics and moral limits, while others…

By BlackEnterprise.com

Posted: May 9, 2012 Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Tony Cleveland, Blind Rehab Specialist (Photo: Cleveland)

Cool Jobs: Professional Helps Blind Vets Get Second Chance

Rehab specialist inspired by the success stories of his clients

Profiles of professionals who have jobs that combine creativity, fun, and their professional passions.

By Demetria Irwin

Posted: May 8, 2012 Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Balanda Atis, Chemist, L'Oreal (Photo: Artis)

Cool Jobs: L’Oreal Chemist Takes Cosmetics Passion Global

Searching for perfect makeup shades for women of color is all in a day's work

Profiles of professionals who have jobs that combine creativity, fun, and their professional passions.

By Demetria Irwin

Posted: May 1, 2012 Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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