Beyond Ready

Career Change – Is it for you?

Have you been declared "non-essential" during the pandemic? Maybe you’re in a role that is or has been eliminated or…

6 years ago

Assessing As a Student Intern

Written by: Lucy Orr, student intern with Horizon Point Consulting My name is Lucy Orr. I am going into my…

6 years ago

Killing the College Misconception

Did you know that Alabama has a “College Application Campaign”? A statewide initiative with the goal of having EVERY high…

6 years ago

Why a Decline in Teens Working is Bad For Them and Bad For Business

The diamond on my ringer finger I can thank in part to a teenager engaging in summer work. My husband…

7 years ago

Put Your Phone Away: The 1 Best Piece of Advice for Today’s Adults and Teens?

I’ve been asked to speak to a group of high school student leaders this week.  I’m always open to almost…

7 years ago

4 Pieces of Advice for College Students

One of the things I like to do most is help students consider what would maximize their learning and experiences…

7 years ago

Secrets of the Job Search for Recent Graduates

This time of year is always crazy busy with upcoming graduation and new beginnings for recent grads. Job search is…

7 years ago

Revisiting 4 Tips to an Awesome Job Shadow or Informational Interview

A couple of years ago, I worked with a student who participated in a job shadow offered through a program…

8 years ago

An Authentic Resume… What Sets You Apart?

While we are contemplating authenticity, how does this relate to the job seeker, and in particular, his or her resume?…

8 years ago

Do You Have a Plan of Action to Reach Your Goals?

Action Planning and Goal Setting are key tools for career success. Stephen Covey’s “Circle of Concern vs Circle of Influence”…

9 years ago

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