By Matthew Tarpey, CareerBuilder Writer
It’s one of the most frustrating experiences any job seeker faces: After a rigorous search, you’ve found a job that you’re really excited about, where you’ll work on interesting things with like-minded people and in a great location. The catch? The job requires experience, often more than a recent college graduate has under his belt. As disheartening as this situation is, it isn’t necessarily the end of the line.
Here are some ways you can boost your résumé to help you secure your dream job:
Become an intern
Many …

 By Maryalene LaPonsie, Online Education Columnist 
If you spend more than you make, does that mean you are living within your means?
According to a recent Country Financial survey, for some Americans, the answer may be yes. The survey discovered a “perception gap” between what people are actually spending and how they see their financial situation.
While some individuals may be wearing rose-colored glasses when it comes to finances, there is help available for those who want to improve their family’s money situation. Personal financial advisers offer one-on-one consultations that can be used to …

Networking online can be easy: All through a screen, you can find potential contacts and express an interest in establishing a professional relationship. However, networking in person can be a little more challenging, especially for new grads who may not have experience pitching their skills or asking for help in their career.
Lucky for you, recent grads, we’ve gathered some of our best advice and articles to help you transition smoothly from collecting your diploma to your first paycheck. What’s more, online printing company MOO wants to help you stand out …

By Tony Lewis, Senior Recruiting Specialist, Insperity
In the first installment of “Job hunting after 50,” I wrote about performing a personal inventory of your skills, experiences and career dreams and making sure that you have the support from those closest to you as you search for your new opportunity. Now you have the core of your ever-evolving personal brand — your résumé. You’ll need to constantly help your résumé adapt to the specifics of the role for which you are seeking, so don’t hesitate to rewrite it as needed so …

Wouldn’t it be nice if, the moment you started looking for a job, the right opportunity at the right company just happened to be available? If only life worked like that. In a more realistic job search, it might take a while before you find the exact fit. You may find jobs that sort of align with your skills but don’t really excite you. Or, there might be a certain company that you’d love to work for but it doesn’t have any openings in your area of expertise.
One way to …

Editor’s note: This is the first installment in a three-part series about temporary work. We’ll be exploring its benefits, how it can factor into your long-term career goals, and what it’s like to be a temporary worker.
Temporary workers, also called independent contractors or free agents, are self-employed and are hired by businesses or people to provide an end-result of work. From flexible schedules to control over projects and clients, being a temporary worker offers a number of perks that permanent employees can’t always enjoy.
“Transitioning to an independent contractor is a …

Armed Forces Day is Saturday, May 18, and many Americans will be celebrating and paying tribute to the men and women who serve the United States’ armed forces. For those who have completed their time serving, it may feel challenging to transition into a civilian job or a role outside of the military. However, there are ways to make the changeover go smoothly. Find out how veterans can prepare for a civilian career and check out advice for a successful job search.
Create a clear résumé
Some hiring managers may be unfamiliar with …

Growing up, your ideal summer job may have been lifeguard at the local pool, concession worker at an amusement park or counselor at an overnight camp. You were just looking for anything that got you outside and in the sun. As an adult, your idea of what makes a good seasonal position has probably changed – a steady paycheck, interesting work and an opportunity for long-term employment may be higher on the list of priorities. Perhaps No. 1 on the list is just getting a job.
Luckily, seasonal hiring is heating …

We recently identified the top growth jobs for 2013 and identified meeting, convention and event planner as one of the jobs with the highest growth since 2010, with 12 active candidates for every 25 jobs posted. Learn more in the graphic and video below:

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By Tony Lewis, Senior Recruiting Specialist, Insperity
My efforts to find a new career later in life led me to the career that I have now — one that I not only enjoy, but that makes a difference in the world. In the previous article of this series, I recounted some of the steps that worked for me in performing a personal inventory so that I would have a better idea of the direction I needed to go for the next stage of my career. In this article, I have already made some …