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Seven Careers in a Lifetime? Think Twice

WSJ.com: Careers on Sep 3rd 2010

A belief that Americans will average seven careers over their lifetimes has gained traction despite little evidence, say researchers. While job changes are common, the notion of multiple major career changes seems implausible.

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B-Schools Reward Referrals

WSJ.com: Careers on Sep 1st 2010

As more companies pull back on sponsoring employees in executive M.B.A. programs, schools are looking to beef up their referrals by offering more incentives to alumni.

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Companies Tap Students as Teachers

WSJ.com: Careers on Sep 1st 2010

Some business schools have been teaming up with companies to run programs in which students play the role of consultant—for little or no cost to the business.

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Young Women Earn More Than Male Peers

WSJ.com: Careers on Sep 1st 2010

The earning power of young single women has surpassed that of their male peers in metropolitan areas around the U.S., a shift that is being driven by the growing ranks of women who attend college and move on to high-earning jobs.

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M.B.A. Applications Muted

WSJ.com: Careers on Aug 26th 2010

Applications for full-time programs saw a 2% decline for the incoming class and part-time program applications fell 7%. But specialized and executive degree programs applications rose.

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Hiring a Résumé Writer? Ask These Questions First

WSJ.com: Careers on Aug 24th 2010

Before you sign on for a pricey résumé make sure the service you hire can deliver on its promises. Know the answers to these five things before you decide.

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Dot-Jobs Draws Worry

WSJ.com: Careers on Aug 19th 2010

Job-site operators are bracing for an influx of competitors as the dot-jobs domain widens its reach.

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Test Prep for 4-Year-Olds

WSJ.com: Careers on Aug 19th 2010

A look at the high-pressure kindergarten admission’s process in New York City.

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Hiring Rises in City of London

WSJ.com: Careers on Aug 19th 2010

The number of new jobs in London’s financial-services sector rose in July as hiring conditions improved despite weak second-quarter bank earnings and concerns about a double-dip recession.

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London’s Financial Job Market Improves

WSJ.com: Careers on Aug 18th 2010

The number of new jobs in London’s financial-services sector rose in July as hiring conditions improved despite weak second-quarter bank earnings and concerns about a double-dip recession.

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A New White-Collar Juggle

WSJ.com: Careers on Aug 18th 2010

Furloughs, pay cuts and layoffs have driven many white-collar workers to find a second job. But moonlighting can take its toll on the primary job, as well as home life.

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Executives Quit to Find New Jobs

WSJ.com: Careers on Aug 18th 2010

Your Executive Career: In the first installment of Joann S. Lublin’s new monthly careers column focused on challenges facing those in the executive suite, a look at whether it’s a good idea to resign to job hunt.

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Employers Slow to Resume 401(k) Matches

WSJ.com: Careers on Aug 16th 2010

Roughly a year into the economic expansion, many employees are still waiting for the restoration of one of their most important benefits, the 401(k) match.

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New Website For Would-Be M.B.A.s

WSJ.com: Careers on Aug 13th 2010

John A. Byrne, a former BusinessWeek writer and editor who created modern M.B.A. rankings more than a decade ago, hopes to lure readers with his expertise on business schools. Can he succeed?

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Some Companies Struggle to Fill Jobs

WSJ.com: Careers on Aug 9th 2010

A 9.5% jobless rate has left many employers inundated with applicants, but some say they’re having trouble filling positions.

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