May 2 - Online Discussion Question 4

Daniel just graduated from college. He earned a degree, but didn’t feel prepared for any line of work. He went to the school’s placement office and took a battery of tests to see where his strengths and weaknesses might lie. To some extent, he was surprised by the results. He knew he was strong in technical skills, but he didn’t realize his people skills were suspect. His adviser suggested that he get a job that will develop his weaker skills, because that’s where he will grow the most. Good advice?

May 2 - Online Discussion Question 3

Manuel earned a college degree in computer science and now works at a really laid-back dot-com. His high school business teacher asked him to speak at their annual job fair, not on the subject of working in computers, but on how to make a winning impression at the all-important first interview. As soon as he hangs up, he begins listing ideas. What should be on that list?

May 2 - Online Discussion Question 2

Mia and Allen, married with two teenage sons, both work. They have read Dave’s books, finished a beginner emergency fund, established a budget, and are working on their debt snowball. Both claim no dependents and take extra money out of their checks. Then in April, when they see how much they’ll get back, they celebrate! It’s like “found” money! They use that windfall for a lavish family vacation every summer. You told them that was all wrong. They asked why. Explain yourself.

May 2 - Online Discussion Question 1

Post some Job Interview tips that you personally have found helpful.