Good news on the job front! Employer hiring activity is picking up! Even better for graduates, there is renewed graduate demand from employers, including from those who did not hire graduates in 2009.

Hiring activity is being driven by newly created positions and the reinstatement of positions that had been been left unfilled in 2009. Young professional employees are also now actively searching the job market. Many endured tough conditions last year handling more work with fewer fellow staff members. They are ready to make a change.

Andrew Carnegie was a self-made man who rose from poverty to greatness in the US during the latter half of the 19th century. He made his fortune in steel and railroads. Some say he was worth more than Bill Gates today.

What advice has he left for aspiring young business people?