by Donald Strankowski | Jul 7, 2026 | General, Graduates and Young Professionals, Job Search Tactics, Over 40 and Boomer Job Search, Resumes and Cover Letters
If you’ve submitted dozens—or even hundreds—of job applications without receiving interview requests, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common frustrations among today’s job seekers. The good news? In most cases, the problem isn’t...
by Donald Strankowski | Mar 6, 2026 | Graduates and Young Professionals, Job Search Tactics, Over 40 and Boomer Job Search, Technology and Your Job Search
The February 2026 U.S. jobs report delivered an unexpected signal: the labor market may be entering a period of adjustment. CNBC host Jim Cramer raised concerns about the unexpectedly weak February jobs report, pointing to one statistic in particular. The information...
by Donald Strankowski | Jul 18, 2025 | Advice for Teens, Avant Garde Career Advice, Be Your Own Boss, General, Graduates and Young Professionals
For many, the traditional four-year college path isn’t the right fit — and that’s perfectly okay. Whether it’s due to financial reasons, a desire to enter the workforce earlier, or a preference for hands-on learning, there are many fulfilling and financially rewarding...
by Donald Strankowski | May 28, 2025 | Advice for Teens, Avant Garde Career Advice, Career Change, General, Graduates and Young Professionals
While the value of a 4-year college degree is still debated, it remains a strong path for many career goals, especially in fields like healthcare, engineering, technology, and finance. Many jobs require a bachelor’s degree or higher, and a college education...
by Donald Strankowski | Nov 2, 2014 | Advice for Teens, Graduates and Young Professionals, Success at Work
Internships provide recent college graduates and those transitioning to new careers with the opportunity for real-life job training and can even lead to full-time jobs. Employers, meanwhile, can use internship programs to scout out new talent and get temporary help...
by Donald Strankowski | Jul 6, 2014 | Advice for Teens, Graduates and Young Professionals
In the late 1970s, more than 70 percent of teens had summer jobs. This summer, only about 40 percent will. Though the challenging economy is partly to blame, less than 10 percent of unemployed teens even wanted a job last summer. However, early jobs can teach critical...
