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May 31, 2006
"Do moms make better managers? Some say having kids teaches lessons valued in workplace."
Del Jones, USA Today, May 12, 2006
The key word in the title of this article is “some.” Employers don’t necessarily see their return on investment from hiring a mother. Article author Del Jones presents examples from both sides of the issue. But, as Ken Siegel, author of So … You Call Yourself a Leader says, there is little scientific research in this area, one that’s crying out for a major study.
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Want to read more about women, family, and careers? Check out the articles on this page: http://my.simmons.edu/libraries/collections/career/womenandcareers/index.shtml.
—Robert Demanche
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May 30, 2006
"Getting Wise to Lies: Alarmed about the prevalence of resume padding, employers are turning fib detection into an industry"
Lisa Takeuchi Cullen, Time, 5/1/2006, Vol. 167, Issue 18, pp. 59-59.
Some call it “impression management,” while others refer to it as “lying” or “fibbing,” but apparently quite a few job seekers are not telling the truth on their resumes. Since this can cause problems for a business who hires them, a $2 billion third-party industry has sprouted to detect such fraud. Still, “many bosses feel that a worker’s track record on the job speaks more strongly than a stretched resume,” says John Challenger of the outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, who suggests an amnesty period.
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For tips on how to prepare a great resume (without lying, of course), visit our Career Resource e-Library at http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/resumes.shtml.
—Robert Demanche
Posted by msLibraries at 08:35 AM
May 26, 2006
"Summer Jobs are Easier to Find This Year"
Rachel Emma Silverman, WSJ.com College Journal, May 12, 2006
http://www.collegejournal.com/jobhunting/searchstrategies/20060512-silverman.html?refresh=on
According to this article, “Summer job prospects for students at places ranging from amusement parks to hedge funds are looking brighter this year.” Says Shawn Boyer, CEO of Snagajob.com, a website listing hundreds of summer jobs, “most of the listings are in the retail and hospitality sector – stores, theme parks, restaurants, movie theaters – but there are also an increasing number of listings in less traditional areas, such as health-care attendants, in-store product demonstrators and event staffers at catering and party-planning firms.”
For more help with your summer job hunting, visit the following Career Resource e-Library pages:
- http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/internships.shtml#summer
- http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/jobbanks.shtml.
—Jennifer M. Lege
Posted by msLibraries at 09:17 AM
May 25, 2006
"You've Been Accepted: How to Choose?"
Tara Kuther, Gradschool.about.com, April 11, 2006
http://gradschool.about.com/od/admissionsadvice/a/Acceptance.htm
Some factors to consider when choosing a graduate school are: funding (is amount offered enough or will it be necessary to look for outside financial resources?), the school atmosphere (location, facilities and services available), and the background information of the school (reputation of the school, length of time to complete degree, accessibility of faculty members).
For more information about choosing a graduate school, visit the Career Resource e-Library at http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/gradprog/index.shtml.
—Jennifer M. Lege
Posted by msLibraries at 12:53 PM
May 24, 2006
"Strong Cover Letter, Resume Keys to Getting Noticed"
Holly Fisher, Quill, 4/06, Vol. 94, Issue 3, p. 45
Geared toward those seeking employment in journalism and related fields, this article provides a basic approach to the nature of writing cover letters and resumes. It is imperative that these job search documents are precise, concise, and tailored for each position for which one applies. Advice such as this will surely benefit any jobseeker. Specific job hunting tips for those pursuing communication-based careers are provided.
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Need a professional opinion on your resume or cover leters? Make an appointment with a Simmons career counselor! See http://my.simmons.edu/services/cec/services/counseling.shtml for details.
For additional resources on resumes and cover letters, visit our e-Library at http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/resumes.shtml.
—Doug Devanney
Posted by msLibraries at 09:35 AM
May 23, 2006
"Grads, Take Note: Jobs Are Out There, So, Don't Panic!"
Erin White, The Wall Street Journal (Eastern Ed.), 4/25/06, Vol. 247, Issue 96, p. B9
Searching for that first “real job” can be an overwhelming prospect. Above all, it is important to be flexible and calm about the situation. While it is desirable, it’s often not feasible to have a permanent position secured before graduation, since many businesses simply don’t advertise that far ahead. Also, bear in mind that “your first job is just that — [a] first job.” View it as a stepping stone to something better, if need be. Think of it in terms of its applicability to future career goals. Doing so will make the transition to the working world that much easier.
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For more recent articles on the job search scene, see http://my.simmons.edu/libraries/collections/career/jobsearchprocess/index.shtml.
—Doug Devanney
Posted by msLibraries at 09:24 AM
May 22, 2006
"Can High Salary Buy Job Satisfaction?"
USA Today (Magazine), April 2006, Vol. 134, Issue 2731, pp. 8-9.
Does your employer act like your long lost friend and suggest a pay raise when you indicate that you’d like to move on? Money may matter, and it may look like a good deal, but weigh all the reasons for your dissatisfaction, says Tracey Turner, executive director of The Creative Group, a Menlo Park, Calif., specialized staffing service. Turner outlines things to consider if you should receive a company counteroffer.
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—Robert Demanche
Posted by msLibraries at 08:24 AM
May 19, 2006
EEOC issues new guidelines on race, color discrimination
from Wolf, Block, Schorr and Solis-Cohen LLP
http://www.wolfblock.com/marketing/EEOC_Guidelines.pdf
More than one-third of all U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charges in 2005 concerned race claims. As a result, the EEOC has just issued a Compliance Manual section on race and color discrimination in the workplace (see www.eeoc.gov for the full manual). The present article helps define race and color discrimination and provides a list of “best practices” for employers on how to proactively prevent race and color discrimination, harassment, and bias.
—Robert Demanche
Posted by msLibraries at 12:24 PM
May 18, 2006
"Money" talks about changing careers
The May 2006 issue of Money magazine offers a triple-play of articles aimed at giving hope and help to baby boomer career changers:
Read about real-life comebacks, in “The Art of the Second Act” by Josh Hyatt, Money, May 2006, Vol. 35, Issue 5, p 108-116. http://search.epnet.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&an=20483566
Learn how to transfer a hard-earned skill set to create a new job opportunity, in “What Else Can You Do?” by Donna Rosato, Money, May 2006, Vol. 35, Issue 5, p 112.
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Find out how to bring your interviewing IQ up to date, in “Once More to the Interview Chair” by Donna Rosato, Money, May 2006, Vol. 35, Issue 5, p 116.
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For more resources for career changers, visit our e-Library at http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/careerchange.shtml.
—Robert Demanche
Posted by msLibraries at 09:06 AM
May 17, 2006
“Forget the soul search, just do something”
Penelope Trunk, BostonWorks.com, May 14, 2006
http://bostonworks.boston.com/news/articles/2006/05/14/forgetthesoulsearchjustdosomething/
While many job hunters tend to worry about choosing a career that may not fit their personality type or may not match what they perceive to be their exact aspirations, this article stresses that the best way to “find oneself” is to get down to business and choose a job that matches at least some of the job hunter’s interests. It is only through actual employment that a job seeker will learn what she really likes or dislikes.
The article goes on to stress that there is no one single career, but actually many potential careers, which may lead to happiness and satisfaction for the job hunter. Even if the job hunter changes jobs several times over the years, the experience gained from each prior job will serve as a good stepping stone to other opportunities for career building.
—Peter Simm
Posted by msLibraries at 08:59 AM
May 16, 2006
"Tips on Reducing Nervousness"
Robert R. Peterson, Landing the Job blog
http://landingthejob.blogspot.com/2006/05/tips-on-reducing-nervousness.html
Peterson discusses the following tips for decreasing nervousness in more detail: Become knowledgeable about the organization, practice, tell your friends and relatives about interviews only after you have completed them, get safety offers, and do something active.
Recommended resources at Simmons:
Research a potential employer! — For tips and resources to learn more about a company you will be interviewing with, visit our Career Resource e-Library at http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/industryresearch.shtml. Remember that Career Resource Library staff are available to assist you if necessary!
Schedule a mock interview! — The Career Education Center provides this service, complete with videotape and feedback from professional career counselors. Call 617-521-2488 for an appointment.
Manage your stress! — See our information on exercise and other forms of stress management at http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/transitions/wellness.shtml.
You can find more interviewing tips on our website at http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/interviewing.shtml. Good luck!
—Jennifer M. Lege
Posted by msLibraries at 02:22 PM
May 10, 2006
"Best Jobs in America"
Tara Kalwarski, Daphne Mosher, Janet Paskin and Donna Rosato,
MONEY Magazine and Salary.com, April 12, 2006
http://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/bestjobs/
Among the top ten are: software engineer, college professor, human resources manager, physician assistant, pharmacist, and psychologist. Check out this article for the list of all fifty and for more information about each!
To learn more about potential careers, visit the Descriptive Career Information section of any individual Major or Field located in the Career Resource e-Library at http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/bydiscipline.shtml, or check out our Career Exploration page at http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/careerresearch.shtml.
—Jennifer M. Lege
Posted by msLibraries at 09:31 AM
May 09, 2006
"Young Women Face Culture Shock in First Jobs"
Hannah Seligson, Women’s e-news, April 7, 2006
http://www.womensenews.org/article.cfm/dyn/aid/2696/context/archive
This article talks about many important issues for women entering the work force for the first time. The article quotes Alfia Muzio, 23, who has been in the work force for about a year. She says that working can be lonely and intimidating. “The men at my office are totally inappropriate,” she said. “They say things of a sexual nature, commenting on appearance in an unwelcome way using ‘honey’ or ‘sweetie’ instead of names. It gets very uncomfortable. One guy actually just got fired for sexual harassment. That kind of stuff would never have happened in college.”
The article also covers pay equity, workplace dynamics, and the importance of mentoring for young women in the business world.
For information on other career issues facing women today, visit the Career Resource e-Library “Women and Careers” news archives at http://my.simmons.edu/libraries/collections/career/womenandcareers/index.shtml.
—Jennifer M. Lege
Posted by msLibraries at 04:19 PM
May 08, 2006
Where do I go from here, literally? -- RE/community workshop tomorrow!
When: Tuesday, May 9, 1-3pm
Where: Career Resource Library, #P304E (Palace Road Building)
http://my.simmons.edu/transitions
Graduating this spring? Come find out how to navigate the real estate scene in Boston and beyond, make friends and connections in your new neighborhood, and stay involved with Simmons as an alumna.
Featured speakers include:
—Courtney Bryant ‘94, ‘01SM, Director at Large, Alumnae Association of Simmons College
—Jeremy Poehnert, Assistant Director of Service Learning
—Kathleen Votolato ‘05, William Raveis Real Estate
There will also be a peer support discussion on general job-seeking and post-graduation concerns facilitated by a career counselor, as well as time for refreshments and networking.
This event is part of the Career Resource Library’s Transitions: Classroom to Career program. Visit the Transitions website at http://my.simmons.edu/transitions to register, to view our online post-graduation survival guide, and to find out about upcoming Transitions events.
Transitions: Classroom to Career is funded by a Centennial Grant from the Alumnae Association of Simmons College.
Posted by msLibraries at 08:42 AM
May 05, 2006
"Study: US mothers deserve $134,121 in salary"
Ellen Wulfhorst, Boston.com, May 3, 2006
http://www.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2006/05/03/studyusmothersdeserve134121insalary/
According to a study released Wednesday by Waltham, MA, based Salary.com, “a full-time stay-at-home mother would earn $134,121 a year if paid for all her work, an amount similar to a top U.S. ad executive, a marketing director or a judge.” The study also showed that “employed mothers reported spending on average 44 hours a week at their outside job and 49.8 hours at their home job, while the stay-at-home mother worked 91.6 hours a week.”
For more news on women and careers, visit the Career Resource e-Library “”omen and Careers” archives at http://my.simmons.edu/libraries/collections/career/womenandcareers/index.shtml.
—Jennifer M. Lege
Posted by msLibraries at 10:59 AM
May 04, 2006
"Federal Internships"
From the Partnership for Public Service, Publicservice.monster.com
http://publicservice.monster.com/articles/internships/?WT.mc_n=MNL000147
“The federal government offers a wide range of summer internships and employment opportunities during the school year.” This article looks at where to find federal internships, student employment opportunities, and internship placement agencies.
For more information on internships, visit the Career Resource e-Library Internships collection at http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/internships.shtml or Internships news archives at http://my.simmons.edu/libraries/collections/career/internships/index.shtml.
—Jennifer M. Lege
Posted by msLibraries at 11:01 AM
May 03, 2006
GSLIS Students/Alumni: "Information Literacy Beyond the Diploma"
Presented by ACRL/New England Library Instruction Group (NELIG) and the Roger Williams University
Program information and registration: http://www.wesleyan.edu/libr/nelig/2006/
Lodging information:
http://www.rwu.edu/About+RWU/Conferences
Summer’s here – well, almost. Why not begin it in the Ocean State? On Friday, June 9, the New England Library Instruction Group (NELIG) presents a one day program exploring the information literacy skills students will need after graduation, going into higher level academia, the workplace, or every day life. Hosted by Roger Williams University of Bristol, Rhode Island, the day includes a panel discussion, break-out sessions, and thoughts on “All Learning is Local: Giving Students a Stake in Research.”
Attend a reception the night before, and stay that night for a reduced rate at Roger Williams’ Baypoint Inn and Conference Center over the nearby Mt. Hope Bridge. Then, why not make it a weekend with a visit to Newport, a few minutes away?
—Your tour director, Robert Demanche
Posted by msLibraries at 09:33 AM
May 02, 2006
"Job Seekers, Take Heart -- and Control"
Business Week Online, 3/31/06, p. 2
Job hunting, to say the least, is a daunting process. The inherent difficulties in finding steady employment are enough to frustrate even the most optimistic of candidates. It is essential to regard every rejection by a potential employer as an opportunity for personal advancement and growth. Be prepared to honestly critique yourself, and seek out areas of improvement. Doing so will serve you well as you navigate the world of job hunting.
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Need more help organizing and staying motivated for your job search? Check out our new page on Job Search Strategic Planning at http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/transitions/strategic.shtml. This page is part of the Transitions: Classroom to Career program for new Simmons graduates. We also invite your to attend our Transitions seminar and peer support series. Please see http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/transitions for details.
—Doug Devanney
Posted by msLibraries at 10:02 AM
May 01, 2006
"Poll: Networking Occurs in Unusual Places"
Justin Bachman, Washingtonpost.com, April 25, 2006
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/04/25/AR2006042501209.html
A January poll of 1,000 women found that the most popular schmoozing venue was a party, followed by travel (on a plane, bus, or train), and the gym. Thirty-six percent have also talked business in the ladies room. The poll was conducted by DowntownWomensClub.com, a site run by DWC Services Inc., based right down the street in Brookline, MA.
For more networking tips, visit the Career Resource Library at http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/ntwkg.shtml.
—Jennifer M. Lege
Posted by msLibraries at 11:57 AM