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Over the past 10 days, I’ve talked individually to over 100 college students about their careers. Most of them – and for reasons we all understand – are scared to death about their pending entrance into the workforce. During these conversations, however, five primary areas of concern (please notice I did not use the word [...]

Today’s guest post comes from Mark Babbit of YouTern.  Originally posted here. – Bryce There’s been a lot of talk lately about whether or not “Follow your Passion” is the “worst career advice ever given”. Particularly applicable to Millennials, who have heard this advice repeated from those who perhaps didn’t follow their devotions early enough [...]

After our “7 Words I Never Want to See on Your Resume” post, many asked if those same rules applied to cover letters and interviews. Our answer, for the most part, was “yes!” Cover letters, after all, can contain just as many red flags to a prospective employer as a resume – and can end your [...]

I’m frequently asked how an intern or young careerist can make the most of every possible opportunity. The answer is amazingly simple: “Impress the crap out of your boss!” HOW that is done is the real issue, of course – because the answer varies so much from person to person. However, there is one common [...]

In every job interview, there are five “make-it-or-break-it” moments that send the candidate onto the next round of interviews, possibly even a job offer, or to the discard pile. Of course, there are highly important aspects before (research) and after (effective follow up) the interview. For the purpose of this discussion, however, we’ll focus exclusively [...]

When I read a blog post by a career “expert” or hear a “recruiting guru” tout having worked for a large corporation as essential to the career success of young professionals, or college students preparing to join the workforce… I have to pause and take a deep breath… or I’d probably go throw myself out [...]

Editor’s Note: Today’s guest post comes from Mark Babbitt from YouTern.  We are thrilled to have Mark and his team as regular contributors for Balanced WorkLife. I started my career as a Silicon Valley engineer. As such, my on-the-job learning was full of “ah-ha” moments. We all have them – the second when someone communicates [...]

Editor’s Note:  Today’s post comes from Mark Babbitt of YouTern. Every time I see yet another boomer blog bashing Millennials, I’m tempted to defend. The reality is, however, they don’t need me in that role. They do just fine by – and for – themselves. So let me take this in another direction and say, [...]

Editor’s Note: Today’s guest post comes from YouTern where they connect emerging talent with dynamic start-ups, change oriented non-profits and passionate entrepreneurs – through internships!  Make sure to follow them on twitter @YouTern or @YouTernMark If you’re new to using Social Media in your job search – specifically Twitter – how do you know who [...]