We are often asked by many folks for help and assistance on their individual job searches. As a result of the demand, we will be holding a webinar on Tuesday, April 20 at 9 a.m. Please contact me for more details. There are only 15 slots available. If you cannot make it, then you can view the slides here.

Andy Rooney perfectly illustrates what we mean by practicing humility as one of the four steps in becoming a perfect job seeker. Sometimes a job seeker may temporarily have to take something he/she did not intend to do. He is right there are jobs out there, if people want to do them. Unfortunately, many do not want to do those that are available and unemployment benefits are too generous that prevent some from doing them. If you are looking for work, submit a profile.

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I have received numerous inquiries from people asking for job search assistance and it has prompted me to create a simple database capturing some information from the requester. If you would like assistance with your job search, then please complete this online form.

This video clip was shown on the CBS Evening News. It is a staggering visual and statistical attempt to show the current state of the labor market, especially for college students.

As I am beginning to work more closely with college students beginning to enter this market, this clip should grab their attention. At this week’s on campus job fair, there was not a good turnout of students despite over 80 employers in attendance.

A friend sent this chart from Payscale, which shows that Virginia Tech is one of the best publics in the US in terms of earning potential. Of course, you must select the right major and industry/location matters. But nonetheless, this is great news for Hokies and Hoos!

Methodology Annual pay for Bachelors graduates without higher degrees. Typical starting graduates have 2 years of experience; mid-career have 15 years. See full methodology for more.