In today's competitive job market how can you stand out?  One way is by staying involved in your chosen profession.  Did you get your degree in accounting 5 years ago and now have to start a job search?  Are you finding the going tough?  Do you have a first interview but not many seconds?  The problem may not be your interview skills it may be your involvement.  Back in the day once you had your degree and got your job you were done.  The idea of furthering your education or joining groups of like minded professionals was very much an after thought.  Now companies are looking for that ongoing involvement in something outside of your work.  Whether it's the Society of Human Resource Professionals if in Human Resources or the American Payroll Association.  The ongoing interest in your chosen profession can make a difference to an employer looking to hire someone that is keeping their skills updated along with the latest trends in their area of expertise.