Have you decided to switch careers in light of the COVID-19 pandemic? You’re far from alone. Although it seldom gets mentioned as essential work, the finance field isn’t going to disappear anytime soon.

Many people think about changing careers, but they don’t know where to start. They let fear and other people’s opinion made them stay in a career that isn’t for them. If you are in this group of people, here is some advice for you.

Fall semester is quickly approaching and with it, many concerns about the current pandemic. How are classes going to be held? Will things be safe? Will there be school activities like music events and such? Here are some things that you should know about the Fall 2020 semester.

If you want a career with impressive job security and outstanding benefits, federal government jobs offer what you seek. What kind of degree do you need, and how can you get your foot in the door?

If you’re entering campus life for the very first time, it can feel like an entirely new world. That can sometimes be scary. But learning to stay safe and make smart choices is a part of growing up, and this learning can begin in your college years.

Psychology is a fascinating subject, but it will soon become clear that the classes are swamped with paper after paper if you talk to any psych major. It can be overwhelming when you get your first research assignment and have no idea how to write one.

Have you ever wanted to use a semester to travel to another country? A study abroad or foreign exchange program can lead to many opportunities that you can’t experience otherwise. You’ll come back home with a renewed world view and skillset, as well as unforgettable memories to share with your family and friends.

If you’re reading this, you’ve undoubtedly had your college education shaken up by the recent pandemic. You’ve probably had to switch to online classes. You may have lost a job or internship that you were counting on. If you’re in research, it’s probably been put on hold. So how can you turn this situation around? Consider the following.

“Experience highly preferred.” These words might cause you to reconsider submitting a resume for an open position at all. It’s an age-old problem — you need experience to get the job you want, but to meet that qualification, you need to first work in a related field.

If you recently graduated from college, you might feel like crawling under the covers and sleeping until life returns to normal. However, admitting defeat before you even start your job search is a surefire recipe for depression. Companies are still hiring during coronavirus, but if you don’t ask — or apply — the response is always “no.”

From a young age, everyone imagines what they want to be when they grow up, whether it be a pirate or a princess. As the years go by, your ideal dream job may change to something more practical, such as a doctor or teacher. After going through years of school and getting a degree, you probably have an idea of what you want to do, but may wonder what steps are needed to get there.

Today, five generations span our workforce — traditionalists, baby boomers, Generation X, millennials and Generation Z. Each group seems to carry their own characteristics, experiences and attitudes, all of which impact their work style. It’s important to recognize each generation so you can communicate with them effectively.