Starting a business? Here’s what you should know
Are you thinking about starting a business? Consider these tips to help you become a more confident first-time entrepreneur.
What to do when you can’t find a job after college
The weeks since graduation are turning into months, and you haven’t landed your first "real" job after college. Now what? Here are some tips.
Put your first paycheck to work
There’s a certain thrill that comes with earning your first paycheck. But entering the working world comes with plenty of big decisions—especially surrounding what to do with your newfound money. “Whether you are just graduating from high school or college, there…
College grads: Get LinkedIn to opportunity
A new wave of college graduates is hoping to land their dream job. If you’re among them, don’t discount the power of social networking. "LinkedIn can be an invaluable tool to use before, during and after the job search process," says…
Dupaco ranked among top workplaces in Iowa
Dupaco Community Credit Union has been named one of Iowa’s “Top Workplaces” in 2016 by The Des Moines Register. The member-owned financial cooperative ranked among the top 10 companies in the mid-size employer category. The Register recognized 150 Iowa companies…
The job search: 8 musts for polishing up your next resume
Technology has changed the landscape of the job search. But one thing remains the same. “Resumes haven’t gone away,” says Sarah Sieglaff, human resources employment specialist at Dupaco Community Credit Union. “In order to get that phone call to get…
Changing jobs? Don’t leave your 401(k) behind
When you change employers, don’t forget to take your 401(k) with you. Rolling your employer retirement savings plan into an Individual Retirement Account can leave you money ahead. Not only will transferring those funds into an IRA help you continue…