The topic I have chosen to write about for the next 20 or so post is “Building a Better You: A recent college graduate quests for a job.” I figure that since I am going through the process and already doing research on it, that it would be a wonderful choice. My hope is that I can create a good resource for any one prospecting a new career. There should hopefully be tips for the young and 0ld , or at least a few refreshing points that one may have forgot. I created a rough table of contents that should give you an idea of where we will be going.

1. Who am I?
2. What do I want to do?
3. Where do I see myself in 5 years?
4. Resumes
5. Monster.com and Careerbuilder.com
6. Online Applications
7. Cover Letters
8. Interview – First Contact
9. Interview – Preparation
10. Interview – Appearance
11. Interview – Composure
12. Interview – Thank You Cards
13. Interview – Call Back
14. Interview – Basic Negotiating
15. Interview – Contract Negotiating
16. Interview – Finalization
17. First Day on the Job
18. Conclusion — Etc.

The series will start on Monday and a new section will be posted every weekday. If you feel passionate about a subject that is not included, please feel free to submit your ideas via email or in the comments section of any related post.

Happy Hunting!