College Grads Scared By Job Prospects

College Grads Scared By Job Prospects

The job outlook for recent college grads looks grim. The non-partisan Economic Policy Institute says unemployment among college grads under 25 has averaged 9.4%. Social scientists say these young adults are a lot like young Americans during the Depression ... and like them, this economic uncertainty will change the entire mentality of this next generation.

How can parents prepare their children for financial survival in this new world, where economic security is not guaranteed? Ed and Amy spoke with Chris Lawson, a hiring expert and CEO of the Eli Daniel Group.

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'Looking everywhere, and no one is hiring'

Chris Lawson, CEO of Eli Daniel Group, a Texas-based job staffing/consulting firm.

He says the growing demands of summer classes, sports practices and band camps are keeping many teenagers from seeking full-time work, and acknowledges the economy's influence in creating a tight job market for all age groups.

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Chris Lawson, CEO, Eli Daniel Group

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With School out and statistics show that about 25% between the ages 16 and 24 are without jobs. Employment and hiring expert Chris Lawson, CEO, with Eli Daniel Group says most teens are not looking for work. It been a trend since 1994 that the number of teen between 16 and 19 years of age has been on a decline. Where the focus of academics and sports there is also a lack of motivation to find a job.

Chris Lawson Featured on Americas Radio News

Chris Lawson, CEO, Eli Daniel Group
Hiring and Employment Expert

Chris Lawson, CEO with Eli Daniel group featured on Americas Radio News talks about the current job environment with recent college graduates.

Chris Lawson Hiring and Employment Expert

Chris Lawson Joins 1150 WJBO to discuss verterans finding a place in the workforce when they return from duty.

There is more to life than just work...

I went to the lobby to meet a candidate for an interview, and as I walked around the corner the candidate was picking at their toe nails“cleaning them out”. Very awkward moment as the candidate was really embarrassed. At the end of the interview I asked the candidate what they were looking for in a company, and
they replied “I am looking to have a manager that understands
there is more to life than just work and that although I am a hard worker and I am extremely dedicated I will from time to time need time off to take care of personal affairs”. I asked the candidate what that meant and they said their last manager expected them to be at work and never take time off and that they just don’t want to look back and say they only ever worked and never took time for themselves.


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