by American Public University System | Mar 12, 2017 | About the Public Sector, Career Advice
Expand Your Career Opportunities by Exploring New Titles AMERICAN PUBLIC UNIVERSITY Recognized Leader in Online Education By Leia O’Connell, MSW Contributor, Career Coach Habits…we all have them. Whether it’s folding your laundry in the same way or using the...
by American Public University System | Feb 8, 2017 | education/training, Trends
By Rachel Dhaliwal Contributor, Career Coach If you’re like most service members, chances are you’ve assumed that you can’t have an internship while on active duty. A logical assumption, to be sure, but as it turns out, also an inaccurate one. There are a few...
by American Public University System | Jan 13, 2017 | networking/interviewing, Trends
By Leia O’Connell, MSW Contributor, Career Coach Traditional interview advice should not be a surprise to any job seeker; wear professional clothes, show up on time, don’t finish the lunch you were just eating in the car while being asked about work experience. These...
by American Public University System | Dec 10, 2016 | Career Advice, Trends
By Kristen Carter, M.Ed., GCDF Contributor, Senior Career Exploration Specialist Do you thrive on the buzz of a big city, or do you prefer to wake up to the scenic countryside? Does the hustle and bustle of a metropolitan area excite you? Or is your preference to only...
by American Public University System | Nov 7, 2016 | networking/interviewing
By Rachel Dhaliwal Contributor, Career Coach A common misconception I see as a career coach is the idea that a person can write one resume that will serve him in pursuing both private and federal job opportunities. I have come to refer to this type of resume as the...
by American Public University System | Oct 8, 2016 | About the Public Sector
By Leia O’Connell, MSW Contributor, Career Coach Fresh out of college (many years ago), I remember starting my first real job search with little to no guidance. The basics of how to use a job search engine were obvious, but I did not truly understand the mechanics of...
by American Public University System | Sep 7, 2016 | on the job
By Kristen Carter, M.Ed., GCDF Contributor, Senior Career Exploration Specialist Whether in college or your current job, we have all been tasked to work on a group project or serve on a cross-functional committee. Initially, it’s essential to know the required task,...
by American Public University System | Aug 8, 2016 | Career Advice
By Jaymie Pompeo Contributor, Career Coach We all say we read job descriptions, but do we really invest the time in discovering the true value offered? As job seekers, it’s our responsibility to figure out the best way to position ourselves and a job description can...
by American Public University System | Jun 4, 2016 | networking/interviewing
By Ann Eastham Contributor, Career Coach Interviewing can be one of the most stress inducing aspects of a job search, especially when you are new to the process. Speaking with someone you don’t know can be challenging under ideal conditions, much less when your goal...
by American Public University System | May 5, 2016 | resumes/cover letters
By Marcia Powers Contributor, Career Coach Federal jobs can attract hundreds of qualified applicants all vying for the same opportunity. Although it’s easy to get lost in the sea of numbers, a tip-top resume can help you stay afloat in the competition. Before applying...