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• Good news for recent grads: Entry-level jobs increase by 22 percent
  

  Recent graduates, rejoice. According to the results of our 2011 Top Entry-Level Employers survey, entry-level hiring is on the rise. In fact, our findings show that entry-level hiring increased 22 percent from last year, and is the highest it's been in more than three years. Read More.

• Job interview obstacles: Overcoming the dreaded weakness question
  

  Overcoming the job interview weakness question requires a bit of forethought, but it's easier than you might think. Learn how to answer in a way that could reveal your honesty and motivation to a potential employer. Read More.

• 6 Tips for Conducting a Successful Entry-Level Phone Interview
  

  Some companies may prefer to pre-screen applicants through telephone interviews prior to face-to-face meetings. This important first contact can ultimately land job seekers an in-person interview--and a job. Read More.

• Ace the Interview: Top 5 Dos and Don'ts
  

  A job interview is all about marketing and casting yourself in a favorable light. Following certain dos and don'ts can make or break your job interview. Read More.

• Entry-Level Jobs: Startups vs. Large Corporations
  

  Students who have completed a college degree can seek employment at a startup company, or a well-established business. Learn more about the benefits of both. Read More.

• How to Write a Winning Resume
  

  Learn more about the most pertinent traits of a successful resume and how a good resume can differentiate job seekers from the pack of applicants and gain an entry level interview. Read More.

• Weighing Your Options: Pursuing a Graduate Degree or Trying to Find Entry Level Jobs
  

  Nationwide unemployment is soaring, and competition for jobs has never been tougher. Students nearing graduation need to ask themselves if it is better to try and enter the workforce or stay in school and earn a graduate degree. Read More.

• Six of the best paying entry level jobs for recent grads
  

  When deciding what major to pursue in college, students should keep in mind that some careers have starting wages that far exceed national averages. College programs that offer degrees in engineering, computer sciences, or finance often land recent college graduates good-paying positions in fields with steady job growth. Read More.

• Starting Your Job Search Early: Five Tips to Finding a Good Entry Level Job
  

  Do not wait until you are close to graduation before beginning a job hunt. Planning ahead can alleviate much of the stress of finding work and leave you better prepared to land a good entry level job. Read More.

• Student Credit Cards Are a Thing of the Past
  

  Under provisions of the Credit CARD Act, Americans under 21 years old may no longer get a credit card without a co-signing adult. Read More.

• Overcoming Credit Card Debt: A Strategy for Students
  

  It's up to students to learn how to use their credit cards wisely to avoid crippling debt and a poor credit score. Read More.

• Plastic 101: A Sensible Credit Card Guide for College Students and Their Parents
  

  Having a credit card at college offers convenience along with potential financial pitfalls. Decisions you make now will affect your adult life. Read More.

• Fact or Fiction? A Master's Degree Is the Key to Career Success
  

  Earning a professional master's degree can be a smart career move, and online education can make the process easier on your wallet and your schedule. Find out more about this high ROI degree. Read More.

• The 5 Greatest Lessons to Learn from a Job Search
  

  No one ever said job hunting was fun or easy. But they might say it teaches you a lot about yourself and your abilities, exposes you to new and exciting careers, and provides beneficial new experiences. Learn how to take advantage of this down time, and things just might start looking up. Read More.

• Don't Give Up the Job Search: Advice for Recent College Graduates
  

  Although the economy has taken a downturn and layoffs have increased, this doesn't mean that recent graduates have no hope of getting a job. Check out these four hot tips for recent graduates looking for work. Read More.

• Resume and Cover Letters: Do's and Don'ts
  

  If you're entering the job market, here are critical do's and don'ts for preparing a resume and cover letter. Read More.

• Prepare Now, Get Paid Later: Getting Ready for the Job Market
  

  It's a tough job market, but you can improve your chances by building a strong resume, using job boards, and wowing them at the interview. Read More.

• Five Hot Jobs in a Cool Economy
  

  With unemployment rising and many of the country's core industries--auto manufacturing, banking, home construction--falling faster than a lead balloon, it's a tough time to look for a job. If you're getting ready to enter the job market, or simply want to change careers, the following five occupations offer tremendous opportunities and are expected to grow significantly over the next decade, even if the economy withers. Read More.

• Top 5 Reasons You Should Go Back to School
  

  Looking for reasons to go back to school? Look no further. Upgrading your education with an advanced degree can mean honing your skills, learning new specializations, and coming back to work a stronger, more versatile employee. Read More.

• Salary Watch: What's Your Next Degree Worth?
  

  Are you ready to earn more with a career that rises above the daily grind? Taking the next step in your career may require furthering your education with an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctorate degree. Read More.

• Top 5 Most Lucrative Degrees
  

  The numbers are in, and they are rising. A list published by CNN Money finds that a number of majors in the class of 2007 found it easier to secure healthy starting salaries in the work force. Read More.

• Need a New Career? Change Course with a Graduate Degree
  

  Feeling underpaid or unappreciated? Attention wandering? Perhaps you've discovered skills or career passions that rocket beyond the humdrum routine of your current job. Age or experience shouldn't lock you into a career that no longer suits you--and it's never too late to continue your education. Earning a graduate degree can be the perfect pickup for a stalled career. Read More.

• Get Your Boss to Pay for College
  

  Before you apply for that student loan to pay for your degree or graduate training, try asking your boss for tuition. Many employers offer tuition reimbursement for schooling that advances career-based credentials. The process is not complicated and often the employer's terms are not overly restrictive. Many bosses are glad to pay for training that ultimately benefits their organizations. Read More.