Popular Professions Among Graduates in 2014 [Infographic]

According to the Popular Professions Among Grades in 2014 Infographic, in the lingering aftermath of the Great Recession, recent college graduates are having a tough time of it. As state aid for education has fallen, student loans have risen, leading to crippling levels of debt — the average in recent years has been about $23,300 though that figure may have climbed to more than $29,000. Although the unemployment rate for those with a bachelor’s degree or higher declined in 2013, many recent college graduates are still struggling to find their desired jobs.

Top 5 Occupations with the Most Job Openings (Graduate Degree)

1. Postsecondary Teachers
   College and university professors, career and technical education instructors, and graduate teaching assistants.
2. General Practitioners
   They perform yearly checkups, treat a variety of conditions, and refer patients to specialists.
3. Lawyers
   Private-practice lawyers work in law firms or are self-employed.
4. Pharmacists
   They prepare and distribute medications prescribed by doctor and other health practitioners.
5. Physical Therapists
   They prevent and treat conditions that limit a person’s ability to move and function

Top 5 Occupations with the Most Job Openings (Bachelor’s Degree)

1. Computer Systems Analysts
   They create new computer systems and improve existing technology and business processes.
2. Software Developers
   They combine their expertise in computer science, engineering, and math to design, develop, and test software for home, school, and business use.
3. Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts
   They plan, design, build, maintain, and test networks and other data communications systems.
4. Construction Managers
   They plan and coordinate construction projects, including residential, commercial, and civil (or public works) building.
5. Market and Survey Researchers
   They collect information about the public.

What Happens to your CV Once Submitted for a Job Application

Here are some key points:

• 5-7 seconds is average time spent looking at your CV
• 1 spelling or grammar mistake and you are done
• 68% of employers will find you on Facebook
• 1 in 3 employers rejected candidates based on something they found about them online

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The 10 Most Important Work Skills in 2020 [Infographic]

The job search is a challenging process, so ensure that you keep on top of the recent trends.

Some important points:

•   In a global workplace you’ll need cross cultural competency;

•   New Media Literacy is important to critically assess and develop content in different media;

•   In the highly competitive IT workplace Computational Thinking is vital to understand concepts and data;

•   Virtual Collaboration entails working effectively as a member of a virtual team.

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How To Boost Your Career: Personal Branding [Infographic]

Building your brand online has become a necessity to stand out from the crowd and get a dream job. Learn more why you need to promote yourself as a brand with the infographic above.

Find out more about Personal Branding with new Unius Learning course.

How to Get a Job With No Experience

Breaking into an industry or switching to a new field requires you to earn an entry-level job where you can improve your qualifications. Learn what you can do when an employer requires relevant experience and you have none. 

Start volunteering

Hiring managers consider volunteer work experience a valuable asset when considering candidates as it shows the initiative skill development. Most people think of volunteering in terms of providing services to individuals, such as tutoring a child or visiting an elderly person. But that’s just part of the picture. If you want experience in accounting, see if any local nonprofit agencies would let you volunteer with their accounting staff. Want to learn marketing? Offer to create a Twitter feed, write brochures or call prospective donors.

Apply for internships, paid or unpaid

Internships aren’t just for students. In this day and age, they are considered the new entry-level job. Find something you’re genuinely interested in and ensure that the opportunity will allow you to develop the skills you need to get the job you want.

Don’t discount your university experiences

Make a list of all the activities you were involved with over the course of your college career. Consider all of the tasks that you performed and translate them into real work experience.

Use social media

Use social media and LinkedIn groups to spread the word that you’re looking for a job. Build a profile and connect with people you admire with a personal but professional connection request that indicates that you’ve done your research and would like to connect with them. The combination of research and initiative is a great way into a job.

Ask your professors for help

If you did research for a professor in college or had a particularly good relationship with one, ask if you can list him or her as a reference.

Take on a leadership role

If you belong to any groups or organizations, take on a leadership role by offering to organize an event or spearhead a project.

 

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The skills gap [Infographic]

Bridging the Gap in Today’s Skill Lacking Economy

The Skills Gap Infographic focuses on the extreme skill gap in today’s economy. Is it a skill gap or education gap? The growing gap between the market places’ current skills and the future capabilities of the marketplace to meet the needs for future development is what is being called the Skills Gap. Organizations and companies in the US and across the globe are noting this every widening gap. Even more disturbing is the large unemployment rate still plaguing the US and other economies. The skills gap, if left unchecked, will have lasting effects on business, the economy, and the world at large.

Top Reasons For The Skills Gap

According to ASTD’s member survey:

• Skills of the workforce don’t match company strategy, goals, markets, or business models
• Lack of bench strength in the company’s leadership ranks
• Less of an investment in training/lack of support for employee learning and development in training/lack of support for employee learning and development

44%: US students believe their postsecondary studies (post-high school) improved their employment opportunities

“New graduates are adequately prepared for entry-level positions”

• 50% of youth and employers believe the above statement is true
• 72% of education providers believe the above statement is true

“The main reason students drop out is that the course of study is too difficult”

• 39% of education providers believe the above statement is true
• 9% of youth say the above statement is true (affordability is cited as the main reason)

2/3: Education providers that report they are able to estimate the job-placement rate of their graduates

20%: Education providers over estimate the job-placement rate of their graduates compared with what was reported by youth themselves

60%: Youth say that on-the-job training and hands-on learning are the most effective instructional technique

½: Those above are enrolled in curricula that prioritize those techniques

via: nogre.com

 

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How to prepare for a job interview: a step-by-step guide

Good preparation seems to be essential to a successful job interview.  We summarized top tips provided by job searching experts and outlined the most important stages in preparation process.

Step 1.  Know yourself

Such questions as “tell me about yourself” or “let’s talk about your CV” are normally asked by every employer and it seems to be relevant to prepare for them beforehand. Think about 2-3 minutes response that can summarize your overall experience and show how you got to your current career position.

Step 2. Research the potential employer

“Why do you want to work for us?” is another million-dollar question that is usually asked by recruiters. In this case, the key to success lies in through company’s research.  Take time to examine its homepage, recent news articles and social media channels and see what information you can gather.  Such sites as Glass Door and The Job Crowd may also give you useful insights into corporate culture.

Step 3.  Re-read a job description  

Read carefully through the job and candidate specifications and requirements and consider relevant experiences that demonstrate the skills and knowledge you gained.

Step 4. Be prepared for tricky questions

Questions like “What are your weaknesses?” may confuse a potential candidate. Find out the format of interview beforehand, prepare a sample list of standard questions and consider how you are going to answer it.

 

Remember that job hunting is a two-way process; as well as the company needs to find out if you are right for them, you must also assess if they are right for you.

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