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Starting a Career Tennessee

Explores these uncertain times in the world of work, both for employers and recent graduates starting their careers. Poses questions and offers advice on a range of topics including job training and career development.

Local Companies

Bringmor Group - Memphis Staffing & Recruiting
(901) 261-0105
1755 N. Kirby Parkway, Suite 300
Memphis, TN

Wood Personnel Services
(615) 399-0006
63 E Thompson Ln
Nashville, TN

On Demand Enterprises, LLC
(423) 648-7815
7003 Shallowford Road
Chattanooga, TN

Towe & Associates, Inc
615-385-2088
2416 21st Avenue South
Nashville, TN

Accountemps
(615) 385-2600
3100 West End Avenue,
Nashville, TN

Filial Piety Healthcare
901-603-9178
119 S. Main Street
Memphis, TN

SBR-Southwestern Business Resources
(615) 391-2717
2451 Atrium Way
Nashville, TN

Spartan Staffing
(615) 868-4225
1641 gallatin rd north
nashville, TN

Hadden Group Inc The
(615) 292-2455
102 Woodmont Blvd
Nashville, TN

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These are uncertain times in the world of work, both for employers and recent graduates starting their careers. Many solid companies are struggling to control costs and ensure earnings in the infinite quest to satisfy shareholders. Yet despite these uncertainties, the need to obtain and retain a talented workforce is more important than ever.

If you are just starting your career, you need to maximize your experiences and develop your skills. Remember: In this employment environment, you are expected to manage your own career. That may sound like a daunting task in this brave new world, but there are road signs that may help you navigate, advance your career development and find satisfaction in your first job.

Many life considerations will contribute to your happiness as a new graduate entering the workforce, such as job location, cost of living, community, and the opportunity to connect with people of similar ages and interests. You may want to ask yourself the following questions to determine your priorities and what you expect from your first job.

Job Training

Will you receive the training you need soon after being hired and in the first year or two with the organization? The type of training varies with each job, so during the recruiting process, you should ask about the initial and ongoing training. Are you comfortable with the offering? Does it seem there will be additional opportunities for learning beyond day-to-day experience?

Career Clarity

Does the employer provide a clear picture of the career paths and opportunities available to new hires? This may become more important once you have completed a training program. How long are expected to remain in the first assignment?...

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Featured Local Company

Bringmor Group - Memphis Staffing & Recruiting

(901) 261-0105
1755 N. Kirby Parkway, Suite 300
Memphis, TN

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