A Goal Without a Plan Is Just a Wish

We are the sum of our experiences and the habits we have developed. Some of these habits will dramatically influence your life. We have to be very careful in choosing our pursuits, because our habits make us. Cultivating specific habits will send you in the right direction. They’ll help you to lead a more meaningful and fulfilling life, whereby you cultivate the best within yourself. 

For 10 intentional habits that will dramatically influence your life see the complete article here.

Tips on Landing an Internship

If you are in college and hoping to use an internship to get your foot in the door of any industry, you are not alone. The competition can be intense, but there are certain things that you can do to enhance your chances of landing a position 

This article highlights some of the important considerations to check off the proverbial list before going after that internship. If you know the career path you want to take, get started as quickly as possible with an internship

Find some pointers from the financial industry that are also useful for other industry internships here.

Mistakes Older Job Seekers Make

If you are job hunting in your 50s your last resume probably won’t cut the current screening process. Your technical jargon, even your e-mail carrier can quickly date you. 

For 8 pointers ranging from your attitude through your resume content, see the material here.

Explore Careers for Women

Exploring careers for women provides a basis for making a selection among many popular options. Based on interests, summaries of a wide range of careers are available including the training and education necessary.

See the website here for an interactive exploration.

Build Your Career Network

The most effective method for finding a new job is through networking. Networking calls on a network of contacts and enlists their help in uncovering job leads.

The problem for many job-seekers is in the execution of networking. Job-seekers wonder, where do all these networking contacts come from — and how can I get people to be part of my network? The key point to remember is that networking is relationship-building. Your network consists of people you’ve met (either in person or online) — and you build your network by going out and meeting more people.

The question then becomes, how do I meet people to add to my network?  See 10 proven techniques for building your career network here.

Resume Action Words

Action Verbs and "power words" can provide your resume power and direction. When employed strategically throughout your resume, action verbs can help you resume stand out from the competition. 

Make sure to backup any assertion or claims you make in your resume with detailed experience that demonstrates your skill and ability. 

See a comprehensive list of action verbs to consider using in your resume and cover letters here.