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Startups from a Recent College Grad’s Perspective

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At the end of my college experience, I had the chance to get experience in the startup world; a lucky encounter after years of toying with the idea of law school. My first internship began at a startup incubator: a business program/co-working space that was a startup itself. As a marketing assistant/event coordinator/social media intern [...]

February 7, 2012 0 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Why Hating Your Job is a Waste of Time

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Today’s post will resonate with many twentysomethings who don’t like their jobs and still have the opportunity to do something about it.  I agree with author, Jesse, when he says you don’t HAVE to accept career dissatisfaction as part of growing up.  Although changing jobs or industries may sometimes take a LONG time, it is entirely possible. [...]

February 6, 2012 0 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Don’t Accept a Job Without Doing This!

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If there’s one thing I’ve learned about my career since graduating college, it’s to trust your gut and do your due diligence.  Ok, that’s two things.  Let me explain. I’ve worked for four different companies since I graduated college in 2006.  Of those, two were fantastic in their integrity, staff, core values and way of [...]

January 30, 2012 9 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

How to Quit Your Job with Grace

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A big welcome to Melody Kiella!  This is Melody’s first guest post on MsCareerGirl.com! Recently I made a job change that required me to reevaluate my career goals, step out of my comfort zone, and resign from my first professional position. I had been working as an in-house attorney for a small Atlanta-based company for [...]

January 16, 2012 5 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

New Year Resolutions Professionals SHOULD Make

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What resolutions should you be making in the new year? When the calendar flipped to 2012, it ushered in a new year of potential and possibilities. As a job seeker looking to take the next step in your career, now is the time to make a resolution to turn the new year into a successful [...]

January 12, 2012 14 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

What Recent Grads and Job Seekers can Learn from Content Marketers

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I worked for a content marketing agency that convinced its clients that the buying cycle has changed. It was there that I realized — there’s a lot that  recent graduates can learn from content marketers.  For those of you who don’t know what content marketing is — here’s a drilled down definition from a sort [...]

January 10, 2012 0 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

My Job Search Journey

Today’s guest post is by Rachel Esterline. I’ve gone back and forth about whether or not to write about my job search. From the reason behind the decision to leave the agency world to the interview process itself, it’s been a roller coaster of a journey. However, I’ve received several direct messages and emails from other young [...]

December 26, 2011 16 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Don’t Think About How Much You Hate Your Job… You Might Feel The Urge To Do Something About It

I meet people all the time who hate their job but rather than help them wallow in their misery, I try and help them see the possibilities. What do you want to do instead? What’s your dream job? Is it… … Becoming a Feng Shui consultant … Moving to L.A to be an actress and photographer [...]

December 19, 2011 1 comment CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Not Satisfied with Your Life? How to Change Careers

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Okay. Let’s admit it—you hate your job. Or, at least, you find that stress from work is affecting your personal life for the worse. And when your work life has been constantly interfering with the satisfaction and quality of your personal life, it’s probably time for a fresh start and a new career. So how [...]

December 6, 2011 3 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

How to Launch Your International Career: A Review of Stacie Berdan’s GoGlobal!

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If you’ve ever dreamed of building an international career, you must read Stacie Berdan’s Go Global! Launching an International Career Here or Abroad. I found myself nodding and smiling throughout this concise, convenient eBook. Stacie draws from her own experience to give practical, step-by-step advice. She worked for a top global public relations firm in [...]

November 22, 2011 3 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →