By Shannon Farrell, Talent Egg

When we enter an interview situation, many of us immediately become our “professional” selves. We were taught in order to get a job we must dress modestly, speak eloquently and behave in a confident and courteous manner.

But is it possible to act too professional? What happens when your personality disappears altogether because you’ve become so concerned with behaving the right way and saying the right things?

By GreenJobsReady.com

Alternative energy careers are suited for those people who possess a large variety of skills and a deep desire to help the world become more environmentally friendly. These are dream green jobs not only because they provide a valuable career but also help the world as a whole through the production of alternative energies.
 

Jobseekers in any industry can benefit from this Talentegg Career Counselor’s advice to one new graduate who is having difficulty landing a position in childcare.

By Cathy Keates, Talentegg

I’m a recent graduate with a degree in economics and psychology who has a ton of volunteer experience in charity and working with children. I’ve been applying for tons of similar paid jobs, but I’m not even getting called in for an interview. What can I do to stand out when applying for jobs like these?

Many professionals feel they get lost in the crowd, and have difficulty standing out in the workforce. With an increasing number of university and college graduates, is having a post secondary education enough? And how do you stay on top of rapidly changing industries long after you’ve graduated? Professional development is an excellent option for advancing your education, and has many additional benefits, whether you are an emerging professional or have years of experience.

By Mira Saraf, TalentEgg

I’ve always heard that the people you work with make or break a position. Most jobs within a particular field or category at a particular level have the same basic description. There may be slight variations in semantics and responsibilities, but overall they will be similar. Where they vary is in their corporate culture and it is advisable to figure out what type or company you want to work for.

By Marisa Baratta, talentegg

An undergraduate degree used to be rare and earned only by an elite few, but today, a bachelor’s degree is considered the minimum educational requirement for most entry-level jobs.

Undergraduate degrees provide important tools, such as critical thinking and research skills, but they don’t always offer everything students or employers are looking for.