When Steve Jobs passed away in October everyone who shares a passion for technology and computers felt a sense of grief. America lost an extreme visionary who revolutionized the way we look at the personal computer.  Throughout Steve Jobs’ career he experienced highs and lows, but each experience taught him a life lesson. Read about the lessons he learned in the article “Steve Jobs: 20 Life Lessons” written by Lance Ulanoff.

Steve Jobs not only left his mark on history, but he also left us with advice about life and pursuing the career of your dreams. Throughout four decades, Steve Job shaped his own career and became a brilliant entrepreneur. He continues to inspire those looking to begin their career in the technology field such as Information Technology, PC & Network Design, and Computer Programming. The legacy Steve Jobs left behind only reiterates the fact with hard work, determination and dedication the career of your dreams can become reality.

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With the New Year fast approaching, it is that time when people begin pondering their New Year’s resolution and the changes they wish to make in the upcoming year. It is also a great time to outline career goals and create a plan of action in order to accomplish those goals.

Setting SMART goals will help you reach attainable goals. When establishing career goals ensure that each goal meets the following criteria:

S – specific, significant, stretching

M – measurable, meaningful, motivational

A – agreed upon, attainable, achievable, acceptable, action-oriented

R – realistic, relevant, reasonable, rewarding, results-oriented

T – time-based, timely, tangible, trackable

Setting SMART goals brings you one step closer towards success.

What are some of your career goals for 2012?

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Personal branding became popular after Tom Peters published an article titled “A Brand Called You” in Fast Company Magazine in 1997. Peters wrote:

“It’s time for me — and you — to take a lesson from the big brands, a lesson that’s true for anyone who’s interested in what it takes to stand out and prosper in the new world of work. Regardless of age, regardless of position, regardless of the business we happen to be in, all of us need to understand the importance of branding. We are CEOs of our own companies: Me Inc. To be in business today, our most important job is to be head marketer for the brand called You.”

Personal branding combined with how others perceive you can be an important component in building a successful career. It is evident that landing your dream job requires more than simply submitting a resume. Take time to develop your personal brand. When defining your personal brand ask yourself a couple questions:

• What are you known for?
• What is your expertise?
• What do others think of you, what is the key value that comes to their mind?

After creating your personal brand don’t stop there. Take time to promote and leverage your personal brand. For more ideas on how you can promote your personal brand read 7 Key Ways to Promote Your Personal Brand . Tom Peters concluded his article writing, “It’s this simple: You are a brand. You are in charge of your brand. There is no single path to success. And there is no one right way to create the brand called You. Except this: Start today. Or else.”

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Over twenty years ago a revolution took place that changed the way that we live today. Tim Berners-Lee developed a tool to make the web a creative space to share and edit information and named it the World Wide Web.  Berners-Lee connected hypertext with the Internet and personal computers. Hypertext enabled users to easily browse web pages using links. Berners-Lee developed a tool to make the web a creative space to share and edit information and named it the World Wide Web.

It can be hard for many of us who use the Internet everyday to imagine a time when websites looked like a series of text documents connected by inline links. Web design has come a long way since the first website was published over twenty years ago. The web continues to grow and today there are millions of websites, none of which existed 20 years ago.

Learn exactly how far web design has come from the early days when pages of text with hyperlinks ruled the web by viewing The Evolution of Web Design infographic.

Do you have an interest in web design? The Graphics and Web Design program at American Career Institute can prepare students for some of today’s most in-demand jobs such as graphic designer, computer artist and web designer. Secure your future today and contact us for more information about enrolling in Graphics & Web Design at American Career Institute!

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Have you ever left a job interview thinking “I wish I would have said that” or “I wish I would have been more prepared”? Do your homework before an interview. Spend time researching the company and show your knowledge about the company when answering questions. In a survey taken by 2000 bosses, 47% responded that the most common interview mistake job seekers make during an interview is having little or no knowledge about the company[1].

It is inevitable that your interviewer will ask, “Do you have any questions?” Not asking questions shows a lack of interest and preparation. Come prepared with questions to ask. Remember an interview is a two-way street. It is important to make sure that the company is one that you would like to work for. The more prepared you are for an interview, the less nervous you will be. Confidence speaks volumes to a potential employer.

To learn more about what you need to know before going on a job interview read the article What You Wish You’d Known Before the Job Interview .

American Career Institute provides you with the skills you need for your job search. As an American Career Institute student or graduate take advantage of ACI’s career assistance benefits. A career service manager will work with you on your interview skills, resume, job search and more.

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Dental assistants play a vital role in dentist offices. Not only do dental assistants provide support to dentists and other members of the dental team, but they also play the important role of promoting good health. Dental assistants perform a variety of patient care, office and laboratory duties. One of their duties includes instructing patients on general oral healthcare such as how to brush and floss correctly to prevent poor dental hygiene. Bad dental hygiene doesn’t just affect your teeth; it can cause problems that can harm your entire body. Did you know that your teeth and gums can show signs of your overall health including heart disease to osteoporosis? The infographic below displays how gum disease, gingivitis and tooth abscesses can cause major health problems.

 

Are you interested in a career as a dental assistant? The dental assisting program at American Career Institute provides hands-on training to help you prepare for a successful career. Enroll today in the Dental Assisting program at any of the following locations: Braintree, Cambridge, Framingham, Springfield and Woburn.

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The Special Effects Design Program at American Career Institute prepares students for a successful career as a special effects designer, video production specialist, audio technician, film and video editors and more.

Film and video editors edit film, soundtracks, major motion pictures, cable and broadcast television programs and more. Creating quality movies and video programs requires technical training and creativity. American Career Institute provides students training in the industry-standard programs of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Soundbooth, Encore and Autodesk 3DS Max.

The video below highlights audio and video editing segments from projects completed by ACI students.

Are you interested in pursuing a career in audio and video editing? Enroll in the Special Effects Design program at our our Braintree, Cambridge, Columbia, Framingham, Springfield and Woburn locations.

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Medical Assistants perform administrative tasks and some clinical duties to keep doctor offices running smoothly. The responsibilities of medical assistants vary depending on the type of health practitioner, office size and location. Administrative tasks may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, handling insurance forms, answering phone  calls and/or billing or bookkeeping. Medical assistants may also perform clinical duties such as recording vital signs, preparing patients, explaining procedures to patients, assisting patients during examination, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, authorizing drug refills and/or collecting blood for testing.

Prepare for a rewarding medical assisting career at American Career Institute. ACI’s Medical Assisting program is offered at our Baltimore, Braintree, Cambridge, Columbia, Framingham, Springfield, Wheaton and Woburn locations.

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Need help with your résumé? Check out the articles below for some résumé tips that will place you ahead of your competition.

Myths regarding résumé length continue to impact job seekers. Find out the real truth about how long a résumé should be.
How Long Should a Résumé Be?

Design your résumé around the job you are applying for. Someone applying for a Medical Assisting job will have a different look and feel to their résumé than someone applying for a Graphics Design position.
Keys to Customizing Your Résumé

Stand out from your competition. Create a résumé that grabs the reader’s attention.
4 Tips for an Attention-Getting Résumé

American Career Institute’s Career Services offers assistance with résumé writing, job search techniques, interviewing skills and more. Contact Career Services for more information!

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As cyber attacks become more sophisticated major companies find themselves victims of security breaches. The infographic below illustrates the costs and outcomes of security breaches. Security breaches can cause seriously damage to a company. Organizations are looking to Security Specialists to protect, maintain and coordinate their information security.

Interested in becoming a Security Analyst or a Security Specialist? American Career Institute offers a PC and Network Design program with Security training. Get the information technology training you need to start a successful career at ACI in Baltimore, Braintree, Cambridge, Columbia, Framingham, Springfield and Woburn.

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