June 2009 Archives

Hope everyone is having a great summer!

I recently spent the weekend with my husband, children, and grandchildren at a state park lodge. We had a wonderful time, and in the midst of the frivolity, I was struck by what a good example we all are of Perceivers. If you have done an MBTI evaluation, you should know that as Perceivers we are all spontaneous and open to change.

My son and grandson were tent camping, but the rest of us stayed in the lodge. Our original plan was to cook dinner at the campfire. We brought all the food with us in multiple coolers. When we got to the lodge and walked by the restaurant we changed our minds almost in unison. Of course, that meant that we had to eat dinner in shifts because the baby fell asleep for the night before we could eat. It's ok...we ate our camp food for dinner when we got home! I think my grandson is a budding planner. He slept most of the way home, poor little guy.

It's great to see theory in action. If you aren't familiar with MBTI, you must check it out. Take a look at www.typelogic.com.

BTW-Clifty Falls State Park has a new lodge and it is beautiful! It sits on the Ohio River just a little east of Madison, Indiana.

In this economy and market, everyone is trying to make an extra buck or two.  Please beware of job scams.  I received this article,  Job Scams ( Job Scams Feb 2009.pdf) from the Wall Street Journal and wanted to share it with you.   Whatever you do, do not pay money to get a job.  If anyone tells you that they need money from you before they can help you find a job, run out of the office.  There are many reputable search firms out there who do not charge you money.   Keep that in mind when using search firms for your job search.  Also do not give out any personal information unless you know for sure that it is a legitimate job or place of employment. 

The best way to get a job is through networking and talking to people.  Let everyone you know that you are seeking a job.  This includes your neighbors, friends, friend's sisters, dentists, pastor, etc.  Let them know the type of job you are seeking.  Keep talking to people.  Even when you secure a job, keep working on your network.  You never know when your next big break will come from someone you met while networking.   I got the job I am in now due to someone I worked with years ago at my previous job.  She remembered that my dream job was to work in a Career Planning Office and she contacted me when there was an opening. 

Be smart about your job search and you will be okay.  If there's ever anything you're not sure of or if something just doesn't seem right, then it's best to move on to something else.  You can always contact our office if you have any questions regarding your job search.  Good luck out there and remember that we are here to help students get through the job search process. 

Companies Hiring: 

Midwest ISO, Carmel, IN
US Internet, Connersville, IN 

Alorica Inc., Lafayette, IN

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