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How to make money and build your career without a full-time job
Posted in Career Advice First Job Out of College Generation Y Recommended Resources on March 23, 2009 at 9:07 am
With graduation around the corner and the economy plunging deeper into recession, many students are facing the possibility that they may graduate without full-time jobs. While this is not the ideal scenario, especially for those with student loans, it is not the end of the world.
There are many ways to make money and build your career without a full-time job. Plus, you’ll keep busy and you’ll be “out there” while continuing to look for a full-time position. Many short-term or part-time gigs also have the potential to lead to more permanent employment situations. The following suggestions may not make sense for everyone, but they might open your eyes to some new possibilities.
Temp. Temporary employment agencies are hurting along with the rest of the economy, but they are still a good option to try. Here’s the trick: Register with a few agencies, register in person and follow up regularly (every few days) to see if any opportunities are available. It’s common for companies to hire temps into permanent positions, so it’s worth the extra effort to win a temporary assignment. Plus, you may gain some experience — and potential interest — in a field that you didn’t know about previously.
Become an Urban Intern. Urban Interns is an innovative Web site that connects small-business owners and busy professionals with a pool of qualified, college-educated part-time assistants looking for flexible paid or unpaid opportunities. The site just launched in New York City and will be expanding to other metropolitan areas. According to Urban Interns co-founder Cari Sommer, “Urban Interns offers opportunities ranging from assisting with marketing projects, doing online research and customer outreach to running errands and organizing files. When an Urban Intern registers, he or she can dictate what tasks are interesting and hours of availability.” As with temping, an urban internship has potential to lead to a full-time opportunity in the future.
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Tags: consulting, freelance, temping, Urban Interns
Considering Entrepreneurship: First steps to starting your own business
Posted in Career Advice Economic Crisis Entrepreneurship Recommended Resources on March 15, 2009 at 8:14 pm
This Saturday’s New York Times featured a front-page story about how the recession is prompting some people to start their own businesses instead of looking for new jobs. It’s an encouraging story if you’ve ever considered the option of creating your own venture, large or small.
While some people decide to dive headfirst into entrepreneurship, others feel more comfortable dipping in a toe, then an ankle, then a knee before swimming solo. The choice is very personal and depends on your experience, finances and overall comfort with risk. But, if you’re thinking even just a little bit about starting your own business, it’s never too early to take actions that will set you up for taking the plunge when you’re ready. Here are some suggestions for first steps to take if you’re thinking about starting your own small business or becoming a full-time freelancer: (more…)
