College Central Podcasts: Career and Job Search Advice

Your resume, like your cover letter, must be perfect in both appearance and content. Period. Both should catch the eye of recruiters by your credentials, not by distractions. To create an effective resume, know the taboos, not just the to-do's.

Clothes say a lot about you. And while they may not make the man, they certainly make an impression. That means, no matter how solid your credentials, you still want to look professional for your interview.

As an employee, you need to be efficient and effective when emailing for business. Because the Internet is a public forum, and business professionals aren't always forgiving, familiarize yourself with online protocol and manners to avoid "oh, no" moments.

Job fairs can be crucial when it comes to finding employment opportunities. Here's how to successfully interact one-on-one with recruiters, gather details and leads firsthand, and present your resume and credentials, all in one place!

The interview is where your credentials, credibility, and confidence create career success. After all, you've practiced and know your material. Now focus on these tips for a positive interview experience.

Keywords are vital in helping employers find your resume in job searches. So, choose your words wisely: keyword-rich resumes help you pass that screening firewall for a better chance at an interview. Remember, 90% of success is just showing up!

The annual company holiday party is coming up and you're invited. Listen up! Office parties, holiday or not, can be a minefield of manners and social skills. Don't sink your career by colliding with an iceberg of ignorance.

Why be fluent in body language? Body language often reveals what we are thinking and feeling, something smart detectives--and interviewers--notice. Your resume may be filled with credentials, but are you as impressive in person as you are in print?

Despite your compelling cover letter and impressive resume, an employer may request references to verify your credentials and character. Here's how to obtain those candidacy confirming connections and have others to back up your good name with theirs.

Job fairs are great opportunities to meet multiple employers in one location. Such face-to-face forums allow you to learn first hand about prospective employers and their hiring needs, and to present your credentials in person without a prior appointment.

Few can advance your job search or career success like a mentor. A mentor can show you the ropes, build your self-confidence, help you think strategically, and enable you to better transition into a company. Here's how to be inspired to aspire.

Your military tour is over and you're about to enter or return to the civilian workforce. To transition from wings and 0900 hours to wingtips and 5:00 p.m. occupations, focus on your transferable skills and give yourself a job search advantage.

Internships are a great way to enhance your resume, expand your knowledge base, and help get your foot in the job market. Here's how to preview a career path, gain real world experience, and become a more marketable job candidate.

If you think the interview process ends with the handshake at the end of the meeting, think again! Despite your good credentials, possibly even a great interview, a follow up thank you (or lack thereof) can still make or break the deal.

Telephone interviews don't require a pressed suit or travel directions, but they are no less important than in-person interviews. As more companies choose this means to pre-screen job candidates, know how to answer the call and make a good impression.

Starting a new job in a new place can be exciting. However, the physical act of relocating is less romantic. Here's how to make sure your career move to a new location isn't a bumpy one.

Employees will sometimes evaluate prospectives during business meals, where even your table manners indicate how you could potentially represent the company in a public forum. Here's the dish on how not to choke at a business lunch interview.

It's not what you know, it's who you know. Networking helps you expand your circle and build relationships for greater personal and professional advancement. Here's how to network and create career connections through communication and contacts.

As a job seeker, you will be judged by how well you communicate, even in emails. Remember, a prospective employer is not your BFF. If you want to be taken seriously, familiarize yourself with online communication manners and protocol.

As a job seeker, among thousands of other job seekers, how do you separate, differentiate, and elevate yourself from the rest of the competition? You begin by building You, The Brand.

Cover letters are an integral part of your resume, and a key job search component. They are your first opportunity to sell yourself as the product, explain why you believe you are a good fit for the position, and help separate you from the competition.

An elevator speech enables you to instantly promote yourself and confidently answer those questions "Tell me about yourself" and "Why should I hire you?" in as little as 15 seconds. Here's how to keep your personal sound bite short, sweet, and effective.

The Internet is a wonderful thing: Just about anything and anyone can be found online nowadays. And that can work for OR against a job seeker. So don't jeopardize your job search or career success by tripping over your own digital footprint.

Internships have become both crucial and controversial. Should interns be paid? Or should they settle for the opportunity to add work experience to their resume? Here are financial, ethical, and legal factors to consider when pursuing an internship.

Clothing is non-verbal communication that says a lot about you: your values, economic status, savviness, and more. So when interviewing, how do you keep your own individual style and personality while still being seen as a good fit for the company?