Here at Laurus College we are excited to have a group of local professionals that assist us with ensuring our curriculum is up to date and includes skills required by employers. This Program Advisory Council (PAC) is an integral part to creating a quality education and quality experience for our students. This article was written…
By: Andres Guerrero Due to everything that happened with the pandemic, a lot of us were on furlough or working from home. Now, things are going back to normal. The state is opening slowly but surely and a lot of people are going back to the workforce. Also coming back is the nerve-wracking in-person interview! Getting…
by: Greg Gardner Professionalism in the workplace is the behavior and attitude of someone in a work or business environment. It is essential to present yourself as a competent employee. Whether you work in a customer-facing position or not, the way you present yourself impacts the way your clients and co-workers perceive you. In this article, we’re going to…
Written by: Chris Koehler, Department Director, 3D Animation Department Can Students Freelance? At the heart of many artists is the aspiration of becoming a self-employed artist for hire, better known as a freelancer. Freelance artists can be found in every industry and act as independent contractors providing services directly to clients. Although claiming the freelance…
Written by: Greg Gardner, Career Services Coordinator The Basics of Freelancing As with any endeavor, it all comes down to your work. It’s about the initiative and getting work done. If you’re thinking about freelancing, you should be aware that freelance work is harder, not because of the art skills, but because you must be…
Written by: Lyn Stageland, Instructor, Professional Business Systems Department The First Time Entrepreneur’s Guide to Starting a Business You earned your degree and an impressive set of skills along the way. Now you’re interested in starting a business and building something you are passionate about pursuing, but before you can get started, there are several…