In the United States, the healthcare system is complicated and confusing. People who need healthcare are often too sick to effectively navigate the labyrinth to get the care they need, so family members and friends may try to help but become overwhelmed as well. Because of this sad reality, patient advocates are starting businesses to […]
Health & Patient Advocate Career Advice From Industry Experts
By Last updated: Wednesday, January 17, 2018
What Do Career Counselors Do?
By Last updated: Monday, November 28, 2016
One of the most common questions I am asked is, “What do career counselors do?” Usually people ask this question for one of two reasons: (1) They are considering becoming a career counselor themselves and they want to know what the day-to-day job is like, or (2) They are considering hiring a career counselor and […]
Career Profile: Recruiter
By Last updated: Monday, October 6, 2014
Recruiting is a terrific career for people who want to help organizations connect with the talent they seek. This career profile interview is with recruiter extraordinaire, Kristen Fife. Hello, Kristen! Please give us a brief summary of your recruiting experience. I have been a recruiter in the Seattle area for over a decade. My experience has included […]
Startup Coach Career Profile: Devesh Dwivedi
By Last updated: Tuesday, December 29, 2015
A startup coach can help you make your entrepreneurial launch happen faster and with more success. VocationVillage.com interviewed Devesh Dwivedi, Chief Entrepreneur, Business Coach, Consultant, and Author of Breaking The 9 To 5 Jail. Hello, Devesh Dwivedi. Please tell us more about what you do. I’m an entrepreneur and I wear many hats – a […]
Human Resources Career Paths
By Last updated: Tuesday, September 8, 2015
No matter what the job market looks like, human resources may be a good career choice for you. Almost every company, regardless of what they do, has an HR department. You won’t find that kind of variety of potential employers in many other fields. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook predicts […]
Graphic Designer Career Profile
By Last updated: Monday, August 26, 2013
Today’s career profile features Bronson Dunbar, a Graphic Designer and Web Developer. I interviewed Mr. Dunbar to find out what he does at work during a typical day, what skills he uses in his job, and what career advice he has for people considering graphic design and web development as a career. Bronson, how would […]
