Our radio show with Eli Bravo on Actualidad 1020 AM, on developing a new resume in the new year. Nuestro show radial con Eli Bravo en Actualidad 1020 AM acerca de desarrollo de resumes en el nuevo ano. Nuevo Ano, Nuevo Resume

By Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan With the beginning of a new year, we make resolutions, think of our goals towards the future and hope for great things to come. One of the tools to make all things happen is a resume. It is a professional way to present ourselves and help others understand our

Why Temporary Work May Be Good for You With unemployment at more than 10%, the job market for traditional careers has become very challenging. According to briefing.com, goods producing payrolls declined in 129,000 posts, the construction and manufacturing sectors lost 123,000 jobs combined, and the service sector lost 61,000 jobs as of November, 2009. However,

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What you did not consider before could turn out to be your next career move… Everyone knows that registered nurses and computer engineers make a lot of money, but did you know a postsecondary teacher can earn $51,800? Or that general and operations managers earn an average of $77,420? No matter who you are or

Next to buying a house, a college education is one of the steepest expenses you will ever face. How much will it cost? Visit http://www.savingforcollege.com/college-savings-calculator/ and you’ll see that if a child is 4 years old today, saving for his or her college education will cost $247,000 assuming college tuition costs increase by 6% each

What are the Types of Interview Questions and how to prepare to tackle them? The word “interview” comes from the French “entre” (between) and “voir” (to see). The role of the interview is to get a glimpse of a candidate beyond his or her physical appearance and resume. That’s why the interviewer asks all kinds

As reported by Inside Higher Ed, new grad school statistics show interesting information for this year’s graduate school candidates. Inside Higher Ed explains that for the first time in four years, the percentage of International Graduate Students entering graduate programs has not increased but flatted out. Every year for four years, this statistic grew, which

What implications do they have on us? By Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan The National Association of College Admission Counseling – NACAC recently published their “2009 State of College Admissions Report”. Although reporting that college admission trends are relatively steady, there are many implications to newfound increased application numbers as well as the impact our

Here are some ideas of excellent summer programs for high school students interested in combining music and/or business. This career is becoming more popular as students seek to get into the music business, not necessarily being musicians, but just interested in this industry… –          Wagner College in NY on Staten Island. –          “What Makes a

EduPlan and Claudine Vainrub provide analysis on the Cost of Higher Education, what changes to expect, how can parents prepare.

By Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan What we call today “Elevator Pitch” is what once was a simple introduction. The term refers specifically to what you would say to someone about you and your added value if you were in an elevator with them for a minute, before getting to your floor. In today’s competitive

Annie Le had everything going for her; a coveted education at Yale University, a fulfilling job, a beautiful life ahead of her. Her horrible death three days before her wedding, in the bathroom of a library at her Alma Mater, reminds us that although college crimes of this nature are rare, they do occur. Universities

Many students are attracted by the prospect of being able to generate an income and take up a job immediately after high school. While a high school diploma was sufficient to land a decent job and keep it thirty years back, the situation has definitely changed in the current scenario. You can still find a

Financial aid has recently become a hotter topic in the mind of many more Americans, as we survive a recession. However, there is light at the end of the tunnel. We count with enhanced Government support, especially led by President Obama, who strongly advocates towards positive change in the field. Supporting Americans to achieve higher

Courtesy of industry leader Hobsons, we are now offering a college, grad school and international school search tool on our website. This system will help you search for universities and programs from undergraduate to graduate all over the world. We hope you find it very valuable in distinguishing educational options. The tool can be found

Our weekly radio segment on Twitter and how to use this tool for job search. Sorry folks, only En Espanol… Nuestro segmento semanal radial con Eli Bravo acerca de como utilizar a Twitter como herramienta en la busqueda de trabajo. Twitter como herramienta de busqueda de trabajo

As social media becomes more and more popular, companies are catching up to technology and finding ways to maximize their ROI through these new alternative tools. One of the social networking tools, Twitter, catches our attention, as companies begin to use it to recruit. Twitter, in few words, provides a microblogging service that is transmitted

News for International Students Seeking College Admissions and How to Make the Best of them… As we enter the fall, many students prepare to begin the application process to enter colleges and universities in USA. If you’re a international student, this is a good time to consider applying to enter a college or university, in

How to choose a College that will not Bankrupt me At this time of the year, seniors and even graduate admissions candidates are thinking about their college and graduate school options. Being that the economy has hit many of us hard this year, the choices might not seem as abundant as when our family income

When are applications due for MBA programs in USA? In this chart you can find the Application deadlines for several MBA Programs across the U.S. As more MBA dates become available, we hope to bring you this information. USA MBA Program Application Deadlines for 2009-2010 Full-Time MBA Program Round 1 Deadline Round 2 Deadline Round

SchoolSoup.com has posted a scholarship you do not want to miss. It frees some tuition money for online education. Now, beware of the institutions you might want to use it for, since degree mills are in abundance. Degree mills represent, in other words online universities that are not accredited by the U.S. Department of Education,

Our weekly show with Eli Bravo, this time on choosing another career. If you are seeking for a job, maybe you should consider a career change. The program talks about how to go about it and achieve this goal successfully. Sorry, only en Espanol… Nuestro segmento radial semanal con Eli Bravo en Actualidad 1020 AM,

What to look for and Is Online Education what you Want? By Claudine Vainrub, MBA and Principal of EduPlan Many adult learners who want to go back to school today consider online college programs. I know I did a few months back, as it was for me the only alternative to achieve a certification I

Finding the Perfect Match Between Demand, Skill and Interest By Claudine Vainrub, MBA If you are unemployed, a student, or at a time in your life when you are in doubt of your current career path, the time could be right to make a bold move in a new direction. Finding a new career path

Our radio show with Eli Bravo on Actualidad 1020 AM this week touching on the topic of Independent College Advisers, our work, and how to evaluate a consultant’s potential to conduct the coaching effectively. Nuestro show radial semanal con Eli Bravo en Actualidad 1020 AM, esta semana tocando el tema de Consultores Independientes de Admisiones

Our weekly radio show with Eli Bravo, this time on MBA Admissions, the process and is it worth the effort and investment to pursue an MBA. Sorry folks, only En Espanol… Nuestro segmento semanal con Eli Bravo, esta vez acerca del tema de admisiones a MBA’s (Postgrados de Administracion). Vale la pena el esfuerzo y

What to do if you have been looking for a job for too long? Here are some strategies as presented in our program with Eli Bravo on Actualidad 1020 AM. Only en Espanol… Si su busqueda de trabajo se ha prolongado por mas de seis meses, escuche nuestro programa acerca de como abordar la busqueda

Register soon to take the SAT in 2009 – 2010 and become eligible to attend college at the end of this academic year. Here is the information on the SAT Dates for 2009-2010… 2009 – 2010 SAT Dates SAT and Subject Tests Test Dates Test Regular Registration Deadline (postmark/submit by) U.S. Late Registration Periods (late

Here are the ACT Dates for 2009-2010. Register soon to take this exam and be eligible to attend college at the end of this academic year. ACT Dates 2009 – 2010 ACT TEST DATE REGISTRATION DEADLINE September 12, 2009* August 7, 2009 October 24, 2009 September 18, 2009 December 12, 2009 November 6, 2009 February

Educational Consultants offer an opportunity for students to find themselves, understand their career opportunities and find a school with a great fit for the student. We focus on the student and maximizing their career potential in the long run. Find out how to select that one professional that will help you achieve all this, while conducting themselves ethically and providing you with the support you need for yourself or your daughter/son.

By Claudine Vainrub Principal of EduPlan How to find a Job offered through the Stimulus Plan Just yesterday, we conducted a job phone bank in CBS Channel 4 and the unemployment statistic became alive to us attendants through the amount of phone calls received in a matter of 2 ½ hours. Over 400 calls and

By Claudine Vainrub Principal of EduPlan What is involved in the MBA Application Process and How to Tackle this Challenge Application to MBA programs is a process that requires a lot of planning and strategizing. According to Dr. Randall S Hansen, career coach and founder of Quintessential Careers, the ratio of students accepted to the

Our weekly show with Eli Bravo in Actualidad 1020 AM on college and graduate admissions secrets. Learn what admissions officers from top schools have to say about what they seek in candidates. Sorry folks, only in Spanish… Nuestro show radial semanal con Eli Bravo en Actualidad 1020 AM, esta vez acerca de admisiones universitarias y

Los mas recientes comentarios de los directores de admision de las universidades top en USA, incluyendo la Universidad de Virginia, Michigan, Dartmouth College, NYU, Columbia, y otras, en nuestro programa radial semanal con Eli Bravo en Actualidad 1020 AM. Our radio show discussing this week Secrets of Admissions, as provided by Deans of Admissions from

Good Cover Letters Do Make a Difference How to create an effective cover letter and why you should devote time to this task By Claudine Vainrub In the process of finding a job, most of our focus lies in developing a compelling resume. However, another marketing document, essential to the job search process, is the

Secrets of Admissions: Do’s & Don’ts from College and Grad School Admissions Decision Makers Two weeks ago, EduPlan had the honor of being invited to the prestigious AIGAG conference in New York, where we met with several admission officers from prestigious institutions like the University of California at Berkeley, Dartmouth College, Columbia University, NYU, University

Our weekly program with Eli Bravo and Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan, discussing this time how to find employment if you are a recent college graduate. Nuestro programa semanal con Eli Bravo y Claudine Vainrub en Actualidad 1020 AM. Esta semana, conversando acerca de como conseguir trabajo si eres un recien graduado universitario. Eli Bravo

Our weekly radio show with Eli Bravo, to discuss the different job search methodologies and how to tackle them. What works, what does not, and how to maximize return on investment when seeking the right career opportunity. Nuestra entrevista semanal con Eli Bravo para conversar acerca de las diferentes metodologias de busqueda de trabajo, que

Applying to a top MBA program requires a lot of thinking. You have to put together many components in this arduous application process. One of the tough decisions to make is when to apply. Many MBA programs have three application periods. Some have five, some have only two. However, mostly the choice is between applying

How to approach the college admission process Tis’ the time of the year to get busy… It’s college application time! High school seniors struggle in deciding which schools are right for them, presenting the perfect mix of academics, social life, location, financial aid and future career growth opportunities. College Advisors provide essay writing workshops, FAFSA

Always on the lookout for interesting information, my father sent me this article, the closest to a “to-do” list to find success and feel joy at the end of the day (or journey). A very successful entrepreneur, my father is a testimony that if you follow this recipe, it works! Here is the To-Do list (excerpts from

Here is a wonderful tool to learn more about a very hot and fascinating topic – Personal Branding. For those who have yet to discover it, in essence, this career growth and individual marketing methodology helps uncover your true differentiation from your peer competitors. I know this is a very simple way of illustrating a very elaborate

How Facebook, Linkedin and other networking tools increase your chances of career advancement Recent research shows that at least half of all jobs are filled through personal contacts. Social networking is one of the newest, most effective and less costly job search methodologies. Ultimately, we hear about how Social networking has become a cultural phenomenon.

A few days ago, I found this rather interesting caricature on adsoftheworld.com that draws very well the difference between the concepts of Marketing, PR, Advertising and Branding. This illustration recreates vividly the added value Personal Branding has. Since Personal Branding is ALL about individuals, portrayed here is a simple and generalized view one of the important results from

Are you on the Web? Why Personal Websites are an Important Career Success Tool If the answer is no, you are taking a risk… If we look back only 10-12 years ago, the Internet was just starting and we hardly used it. Nowadays, I know you would agree with me when I say that one