Category Archives: General

Internships –

Posted on June 1, 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Wall Street Journal has an important article to read on internships for students.  Internships can be a stepping stone to a higher position and an important addition to a resume.  Many firms have cut back on hiring new employees … Continue reading →

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Highest Paid MBAs –

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Businessweek has an article on the highest paid MBA alumni that includes estimated total career compensation.  The data is provided by PayScale and it indicates that Harvard MBA graduates earn more on average than any other MBA program graduates.  Wharton finishes second … Continue reading →

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MBA Job Market Improves –

Posted on May 15, 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Although it is still a tight job market there are some bright spots for MBA students and recent grads.  The number of full time hires are picking up as well as the number of first year internships.  Internships for first … Continue reading →

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WetFeet –

Posted on May 12, 2010 by Jim Sutliff

A great career site for students and graduates is WetFeet.  WetFeet provides a library of information regarding careers and the job search process.  It is one of the better sites for job seekers in providing guidance for the acutal search.  WetFeet provides … Continue reading →

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America’s Best Prep Schools –

Posted on May 10, 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Forbes has a special report on America’s Best Prep Schools that lists the top 20.  A few in the New York City area that should be ranked top 20 did not make the list.  However, it is still worth reading … Continue reading →

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MBA Gym –

Posted on April 30, 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The MBA Gym is a great site if you are going to start business school or are just considering the MBA as an option.  The website is a product of the Financial Times and it provides interactive online training sessions … Continue reading →

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MFA Rankings –

Posted on March 28, 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Poets & Writers magazine have compiled their rankings of MFA programs.  The top 50 programs are listed and they provide a separate ranking for poetry, fiction, and non-fiction.  The University of Iowa top top honors and placed first in all … Continue reading →

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MIT Open Courseware –

Posted on November 27, 2009 by Jim Sutliff

Open Courseware can be one the best ways to explore new topics.  The Massachusetts Institute of Technology has one of the best sites for open courseware.  They provide lecture notes, exams, and videos on their website.  Course subjects range from … Continue reading →

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MyMoney.Gov –

Posted on November 5, 2009 by Jim Sutliff

A good source of information on financial literacy is the www.mymoney.gov website.  They cover everything from buying a home to balancing a checkbook.  There is a link to order a free “My Money” toolkit and section for kids. To view the site, … Continue reading →

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In-House Counsel Positions –

Posted on October 24, 2009 by Jim Sutliff

The Association of Corporate Counsel have a job site for In-House counsel positions.  The site allows you to create a profile, job agent, and to browse open positions by state or category. To visit the site, please click here:  ACC In-House … Continue reading →

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B & N e-book Reader –

Posted on October 21, 2009 by Jim Sutliff

The Nook is now available from Barnes & Noble and it is listed at $249 dollars.  A good price point with many features makes it strong competition for the Kindle.  Even in a down economy the sales should be strong … Continue reading →

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Compaq Ultra-Cheap Laptops –

Posted on October 16, 2009 by Jim Sutliff

HP is pumping some life back into the Compaq brand and offering “ultra-cheap” laptops.  The price is in the neighborhood of $399 and the machines have decent specs.  This appears to be a move directed at the rising netbook market … Continue reading →

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HomeSchool.Com –

Posted on October 10, 2009 by Jim Sutliff

Homeschool.com is a must visit for those who are homeschooling or considering the option.  The site was founded by Rebecca Kochenderfer and is considered by many to be one of the best on the internet.  It provides links to free … Continue reading →

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Fins.Com —

Posted on September 28, 2009 by Jim Sutliff

FINS is part of the Wall Street Journal digital network and provides information on finance, resources and career news.  The section for managing your career is worth a visit if you are looking to move between firms or just starting … Continue reading →

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Accelerated MBA Programs —

Posted on September 15, 2009 by Jim Sutliff

The Wall Street Journal took a look at accelerated MBA programs and provided a quick set of rankings.  Accelerated MBA programs are good for those who do not want to be out of the work force for two full years.  … Continue reading →

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