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About Sharon Reed Abboud
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Expertise
I can answer questions about career planning, job searching, career change, telecommuting, and resumes/cover letters.

Experience
I am a career and education writer. I previously worked as a Career Specialist and as an Academic Advisor at American University, Washington, D.C.


Publications
USNews.com, Quintessential Careers.com, Washington Post Express, Succeed Magazine, Back2College.com, Northern Virginia Magazine, Mature Years, and others. Author: "All Moms Work: Short-Term Career Strategies for Long-Range Success," (Capital Books): www.allmomswork.com

Education/Credentials
BA, MA, American University, Washington, DC.
Member: National Career Development Association, Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches.

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Sharon Reed Abboud 
In Category  Career Planning

SubjectDate Asked

Direction1/26/2009
  Q: I have a bachelors degree in English Language Arts and have no clue what I want to do in terms of a ...
  A: I suggest that you visit your campus Career Center. They will have many resources to help you decide ...
advice needed...12/8/2008
  Q: first let me say forgive me if I am asking the wrong expert. I am about to finish my first semester ...
  A: Lee, Thanks for your question. There are many resources to help you choose your major and your ...
i want to get out11/29/2008
  Q: Well i am a 21 year old guy just finished higher diploma (equivalent to bachelors as my college ...
  A: I cannot suggest what career would be suitable for you because only you can make that decision. I ...
career change10/29/2008
  Q: I have a bachelor's degree. I did that work for several years but have decided to go on a different ...
  A: Carl, Thanks for your question. There are many possible careers that you can explore. You can start ...
Tryin to get out of teachin'6/17/2008
  Q: I have been teaching high school and middle school for six years and would like to get out of ...
  A: As a teacher, you have many transferable skills that can be used in other types of careers. Many ...
Career Info. Help6/11/2008
  Q: I am currently a senior in high school and I found an area of interest that I possibly could major ...
  A: I suggest that check the Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/OCO/. Use the keyword ...
Classes5/26/2008
  Q: I want to be someone who helps Siberian Tigers when I grow up. I know I need to take zoology and ...
  A: Sydney, Thanks for your question. According to the Friends of the National Zoo (FONZ) website, to ...
cover letter2/14/2008
  Q: Do you have any tips on a cover letter or note for an email attachment resume? By the way, thanks ...
  A: Demetrius, Hi. Thanks for your question. Here are just a few tips for writing a dynamic cover ...
editing and writing2/8/2008
  Q: Abboud: I have taken and received good grades in college writing and editing courses. Recently I ...
  A: Congratulations on getting the internship! While there is no way to know if any internship will lead ...
MBA1/28/2008
  Q: Mrs. Sharon I have a bachelor degree in Industrial engineering, i would like to do an MBA but i am ...
  A: I suggest that you check out some of the websites for universities with MBA programs. Here are a few ...
a little advice...?1/13/2008
  Q: I am 25 y/o man and need some advice. I am about to move from a small town (Fyffe, AL) to a city ...
  A: I suggest that you start by researching companies in the city that you are moving. Here is the link ...
Banking12/4/2007
  Q: What does it take to become a private banker?
  A: Private bankers are financial services sales agents who serve all the financial needs of a single ...
need to ask11/14/2007
  Q: I finished my university (engineering studies) but unfortuntly I have multiple interests like ...
  A: Ahmed, Thanks for your question. I suggest that you start by researching careers that combine your ...
job search10/11/2007
  Q: I don't know what type of job should I do. I am 24 years old, I finished a business college and a ...
  A: There are many career options for someone with your language abilities, business degree and master ...
career advice10/7/2007
  Q: I am a student wondering what career to pursue.What job is lucrative, Requires creative ability - ...
  A: Without knowing more about you—your age, year in college, college, major, your interests, etc.—it is ...
Career Changing10/5/2007
  Q: I am 27yrs old BSc graduate in computer science 2004 batch with ups and down in academics.Actually i ...
  A: It sounds like career change is a definite option for you. This is not unusual--people change ...
dog training help9/24/2007
  Q: Here’s me in a nut shell… I’m 21 years old and I still live at home. I have a fire Science degree, ...
  A: It sounds like you are taking the right steps toward becoming a dog trainer. I would suggest that ...
starting my own business9/23/2007
  Q: im only a graduate from high school right now. however in the future , i really want to start my own ...
  A: College would be excellent preparation for becoming an entrepreneur and starting your own company or ...
Career change9/21/2007
  Q: My problem is: I have been in hospitality for approx 7 years now (done everything except run my own ...
  A: It sounds very exciting to spend a year traveling in Europe! It sounds like you are ready for a ...
career in ms marine engineering9/19/2007
  Q: mam, i am a graduate in bs marine engineering. i have done 6 months of sailing as a junior engineer ...
  A: I would suggest that you network with people in your industry—marine engineering—and find out if it ...

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