College Study Tips

Reading skills are extremely important for anyone who wishes to acquire information, whether for a job, an education or simply a personal interest. Yet literacy alone is not a guarantee that one can read effectively. Everyone has had an experience of reading a page only to realize that not a single sentence on that page can be recalled. This is an unfortunate example of distracted, inattentive reading which wastes the reader’s time and contributes nothing to his or her knowledge of the reading materials subject. Effective reading skills are especially important for students, who are expected to study independently and absorb a bulk of written material. Preparing for class, reading for homework, researching for essays and studying for exams all require the ability not only to Read more

Some of the best jobs aren’t listed anywhere but filled through word-of-mouth or networking. Networking means developing a broad list of contacts and using them to your advantage when you are looking for a job. There are many career networking opportunities every day. It’s done at parties, dinners, events, small gatherings, birthdays, volunteer activities, ceremonies and online via social media. It happens at the gym, the grocery store, and the garage. Talk to anyone and everyone including those new to an industry and old pros, those in school and those overseas. They all matter. Here are some strategies for a successful job networking: 1. Develop Contacts Contact everyone you know. You meet people who might have insight into your job search. You talk to people who know Read more