Career Corner

• There are more than 1,000 businesses providing more than 9,250 jobs in Southwest & South Central Minnesota, accounting for more than 5% of total employment.

• Median wage offers for job openings in these occupational groups range from $15 to $35 per hour, which is the equivalent of $30,000 to $70,000 per year.

• Business careers are expected to grow nearly +6% over the next 10 years, adding more than 600 new jobs and more than 3,000 replacement openings

Click on the link to download: Business Infographics

If you're independent, optimistic, creative, and motivated, then gig work, self-employment, or entrepreneurship might be right for you!

Find out how to start, what to consider, and more resources at CareerOne Stop.

Understand the basics of creating and financing a successful business by watching a series of short young entrepreneurs video clips. The videos include fundamentals and characteristics of Entrepreneurship, your business idea, marketing, creating a business plan, resources, where to get help, and more!

Check out the video below for some information about women in business and management, some of the barriers they face with obtaining higher level positions, and ways to overcome those barriers.

Informational interviews are a great way to learn about occupations you are interested in. While it is not a job interview, they have great potential to lead to job prospects in the future.

Informational interviewing can help you explore career options, answer questions you may have about your career choice and gain feedback and advice in your interested career field.

Check out CareerForce for a guide to get started on your next informational interview.

Develop and Maintain a Quality Workforce for South Central Minnesota

Email: slongtin@workforcecouncil.org
Website: www.workforcecouncil.org
Location: 706 North Victory Drive, Mankato, MN, USA
Phone: 507-345-2408
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