In a recent report from Georgetown University called “Help Wanted: Projections of Jobs and Education Requirements Through 2018,” researchers looked at the effect of the current economic recession on education and the job market. They concluded that some form of postsecondary education (this includes college, on-the-job training, military training, apprenticeships, formal employer-provided education programs, and [...]
Posts Tagged ‘career’
Recession-Proof
Posted: 2nd July 2010 by Nicole in College BoundTags: anxiety, career, college opportunities, college students, Georgetown University, higher education, Job, Money, planning, pray, purpose, recession
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Career Ready?
Posted: 20th May 2010 by Nicole in College Opportunity, College and CareerTags: Association for Career and Technical Education, career, college, college opportunities, higher education, Job, skills, success
In a recent article called “What is ‘Career Ready’?,” the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) addressed the fact that “career ready” and “college ready” are often used interchangeably, while in reality, being academically prepared for college success does not necessarily equate with bring prepared for a career. So what does all this mean [...]
Job-hunting?
Posted: 11th May 2010 by Nicole in College Living, College OpportunityTags: career, college opportunities, Job, network, pray, relationships, research, wisdom
Newly graduated or just out for the summer and looking for a job? USA Today featured an article yesterday about job hunting and social networking with some good tips and resources. A church in Virginia has been offering weekly sessions on job-hunting for the community as part of its Career Network Ministry. One of the [...]
To the Graduate
Posted: 6th May 2010 by Nicole in College Living, College OpportunityTags: career, college, debt, Everyday Cheapskate, Mary Hunt, wisdom
Congratulations College Graduate! You’ve persevered, overcome obstacles, and reached your goal. Now, however, I’m sure you’re not unaware you’re moving on to the next chapter in your life. It can be scary, especially if you’re not sure yet where God is going to take you, but it is also exciting! God has been teaching and [...]
College is a Family Experience
Posted: 4th May 2010 by Trevor in College Living, College OpportunityTags: career, college, college opportunities, family, pray, wisdom
Every week I meet with the Fellowship of Christian Faculty to study Scripture and pray. Two weeks ago, the director of an International Student Ministry shared with us about his daughter who is graduating from college this year. Lately, she’s been sharing with her parents about the desire God has placed within her to work [...]
The 10,000 Hour Rule
Posted: 26th February 2010 by Nicole in College Living, College OpportunityTags: career, college opportunities, success
In a recent article on www.careerealism.com, J.T. O’Donnell discusses the “10,000 Hour Rule.” Ever heard of it? The 10,000 Hour Rule simply says that no one gets to the top of their field unless they log at least 10,000 hours of practice. Malcolm Gladwell describes the idea in his book called Outliers: The Story of [...]
Try, Try, Again…
Posted: 20th January 2010 by Trevor in College Living, College OpportunityTags: career, college opportunities, major, scripture, try
A majority of students start college without knowing what they’d like to major in. For most of us, deciding on a major is a process of discovery. It’s about trying out some courses to find which ones fit with our interests, values, and strengths. Even career searchers tend to “try” their way into new careers. [...]
How to Pay for College
Posted: 1st December 2009 by Nicole in College Bound, College Money, College OpportunityTags: career, college opportunities, Money, pay for college, student loans, work
If God has led you to pursue your education in college or you feel as if He is preparing you for college in the future, He will provide you with a way to pay for it: “My God shall supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:19). Perhaps [...]
Wisdom vs. Knowledge
Posted: 17th June 2009 by Nicole in College Leadership, College LivingTags: Adrian Rogers, career, college, knowledge, scripture, Steven Scott, wisdom
Have you ever thought about the difference between knowledge and wisdom? College is about searching out your interests and gifts and attending classes to gain the knowledge you’ll need to continue down a career path, right? So, what about wisdom? Do we need it? Is it something that just comes with age, experience, or knowledge? [...]
Making Plans
Posted: 2nd June 2009 by Nicole in College LivingTags: career, college, planning, purpose, try
College involves a lot of planning. Planning your future career, planning your class load, planning your schedule to balance school, a job, family, and friends. It’s a lot to think about. Some of us are natural planners. We thrive off organization, knowing our goals, and working with a purpose. Others aren’t so much, but everyone’s [...]