Posts for Ramen Noodles Rent and Resumes


Uncertainty

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
April 11, 2011 at 1:33 pm
I've been thinking about uncertainty a lot. Of course there is uncertainty out there but sometimes we think once we're past it, we'll never be "in it" again.Today, I picked up ... (more)

LinkedIn Jobs for Students/Recent Grads

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
April 6, 2011 at 1:20 pm
It’s the home stretch on college campuses across the country. Graduating students are looking for full-time jobs, while others are seeking summer internships. To help students ... (more)

Looking for a job? Consider building your career foundation!

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
April 4, 2011 at 9:49 am
It's graduation season--and I know for many grads that brings a lot of anxiety. New grads are facing a different job climate. Not necessarily the worst, but it's different...and ... (more)

I Don’t Want to be Crazy

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
March 29, 2011 at 9:34 pm
Looking for your next big 20-something read? Check out this book, I Don't Want to be Crazy by Samantha Schutz.It's about a girl who struggles with anxiety during and after college. ... (more)

Top 10 Companies Young People Want to Work For

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
March 24, 2011 at 9:37 am
A new report recently came out about the places that soon-to-be grads want to work for. Are any of these on your list of employers to target?10. Teach for AmericaThis New York ... (more)

5 Things Nobody Tells You About Working

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
March 16, 2011 at 11:51 am
Check out my article, "5 Things Nobody Tells You About the Working World" on Pongo Resume! ... (more)

LinkedIn on Campus Training Webinar, etc.

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
March 15, 2011 at 11:46 am
In this free training webinar designed exclusively for careers professionals, you will learn the strategies and best practices to leverage LinkedIn in your classroom or your ... (more)

Tips to Manage Your Time in a Distraction-Filled World

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
February 28, 2011 at 3:03 pm
I was approached by the folks at GreekforMe.com and asked if I would accept a guest post. I usually do depending on the author or the company writing it. At the same time, I ... (more)

My First Job: Networking Works to Break into Entertainment Arena

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
February 18, 2011 at 12:47 pm
Name: April SeeligAge: Depends on who’s asking ;-)Current Location: Las Vegas, NevadaYear Graduated: May 2010Major: Integrated Marketing Communications with a minor ... (more)

My First Job: Staying Competitive in the Marketing Arena

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
February 9, 2011 at 12:25 pm
The My First Job series continues and this time we hear from a girl who had a rough go upon graduation, but is now thriving in the marketing field.Name: Grace CheungAge: 24Current ... (more)

Is social media ruining your friendships?

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
January 28, 2011 at 2:09 pm
I was reading this post about social media ruining friendships, and it got me thinking. I know many recent grads rely on social media as a way to communicate--maybe more than others. ... (more)

Never Get a “Real” Job Giveaway

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
January 10, 2011 at 9:17 am
I've got another giveaway for a book I really think you'll like! This time it's for Never Get a Real Job by Scott Gerber. And if you are into freelancing or you dream of starting ... (more)

Hiring to Rise for Bachelor-level Jobs

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
January 4, 2011 at 12:59 pm
Good news for recent grads trying to find a job--things are looking up. According to a report from Recruiting Trends, overall hiring will rise by 3%, but hiring at the Bachelor's ... (more)

Thoughts on an Old Year, Thoughts on a New Year

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
December 31, 2010 at 12:27 pm
I love New Year's. It is usually my favorite holiday other than Thanksgiving.Just a note to all those recent grads out there that had a tough year--always remember there is a chance ... (more)

Fresh Links for New Grads

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
December 27, 2010 at 11:15 pm
Some recent Web resources for recent grads:Job Hunting? Face-to-Face Trumps Online: An awesome article about why you shouldn't rely on social media to find a job. College is Worth ... (more)

Don’t Name Your Resume, “resume” & Nine Other Head-Smacking Tips for Job Seekers

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
November 29, 2010 at 11:12 am
Today, it's a guest post from Don Fornes, the founder the CEO of Software advice. Enjoy! At Software Advice, we’re hiring like mad, or at least trying to. You might think ... (more)

Holiday Giveaway: Business Cards and a Resume Critique

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
November 17, 2010 at 12:14 pm
Well, you can scratch business cards off your holiday wish list--because NextDayFlyers is giving away 500 standard business cards printed in full color on the front, black on ... (more)

My First Job: Nikki Takes the Stage

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
November 8, 2010 at 12:00 pm
Name: Nikki KlechaAge: 29Current Location: Los Angeles, CAYear Graduated: 2003Major: Theatre performanceSchool: University of Alabama at BirminghamFirst Job: Louise in "Private ... (more)

Congratulations, Sharon!

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
October 18, 2010 at 9:06 am
This is Sharon, one of my best friends. We met in college; she shared all those great experiences with me that made up my college life. If you read the book, you remember that ... (more)

My First Job: The Entrepreneurial Path, Marian’s Way

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
October 12, 2010 at 3:43 pm
Name: Marian SchembariAge: 23Current Location: London, England (by way of NYC)Year Graduated: 2009Major: Sociology with a concentration in Gender StudiesSchool: Davidson ... (more)

And Who Am I? A College Kid That Never Goes to Class!

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
October 8, 2010 at 2:23 pm
I'm not ashamed to say that I'm a huge fan of the CW show, Gossip Girl. Every Monday night, without fail, I am glued to my couch and TV to find out what happens in the "scandalous ... (more)

Which Debt-Destroying Strategy Is Right for You?

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
October 7, 2010 at 2:18 pm
Chances are, you've got some debt hanging over your head. Whether it is from student loans or credit card spending, having the weight of "owing back" is never fun.Check out this ... (more)

LinkedIn Focuses on College Students and Recent College Grads with Career Explorer

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
October 4, 2010 at 3:23 pm
LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network with more than 80 million members globally, today announced Career Explorer in collaboration with PwC US, one of the largest ... (more)

Best bogs for entry-level jobseekers

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
September 28, 2010 at 9:39 am
Career guru Heather Huhman recently compiled this list of blogs for entry-level job seekers. Thought you may enjoy!Alexandra Levit’s Watercooler WisdomAsk a ManagerBlogging4JobsBrian ... (more)

Average Starting Salaries Stabilizing

From Ramen Noodles, Rent and Resumes
September 14, 2010 at 1:41 pm
It's about time that recent grads heard some good news, isn't it?Well here it is: Starting salaries for recent grads seem to be stabilizing, according to a new study. The average ... (more)