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The Value of Seasonal Work

So many are still unemployed, and nation-wide, it’s taking an inordinate amount of time to find that new position.  Instead of being discouraged at not finding a new job in your career, consider some seasonal temporary employment.  This is a great time of year to look, as well.  Many companies need to put on extra [...]

Online Applications for Your Favorite Stores

Nearly all large employers are now accepting applications online.  In fact, that’s the ONLY option for many of these employers.  Here are a few tips for online  applications:

Be Thorough

Fill out the application completely and fully.  Make sure you don’t skip any sections or leave any fields blank.

Be Accurate

Check your spelling and your grammar.  If you [...]

Economic Turnaround?

Speaking from one of the hardest-hit areas of the country in terms of job loss, I’m still a bit skeptical that we’re seeing a true turnaround in the job situation.  The politicians are excited-President Obama visited our area on Wednesday and gave an uplifting speech about the new jobs coming to our neck of the [...]

Wanted: Upbeat, Energetic, Enthusiastic Workers

Whether you’ve been recently laid off, out of work for a while, or just looking for a better position, you’ll find that employers are looking for attitude!  You can have the best resume and the most accomplished interview style in the world, but if you lack that special spark, you’ll also be lacking that job.  [...]

Find Job Training Resources in Your State

Navigating the maze of state services can be a huge challenge, especially if you are new to using the internet.  The Job Training Readiness Center now offers a state-by-state guide to agencies and offices that can help you find information about training for a new job!  Just head on over to the State by State [...]

Be a Winner At Work!

You’ll want to check out my newest article at ezinearticles.com!  Be a Winner at Work: Seven Tips to Keep Your Job in Tough Times is a great resource for people who want to stay employed during the economic downturn or any other time that you feel your job might be at risk.  You’ll get practical, [...]

Preparing for Your Interview: Interview Styles

Job interviews aren’t simply question and answer fests anymore.  If it’s been a while since you’ve been through one, you should be advised that there are a number of different styles that interviewers use these days.  Being familiar with the main varieties can help you feel more prepared and allow you time to think through [...]

Think Outside the Box

If you are job-hunting, things are tough all over.  Don’t let that get you down!  Instead, get those creative juices flowing and think outside the box. 
Make an inventory of your skills and put your resume together because it’s time to head out and sell yourself.  Watch the job boards, the classified ads and the help [...]

Building on an Unsuccessful Interview

So you’ve sweated out an interview for a great job, sat by the phone waiting and wondering, and now you find out that it was all for nothing.  You didn’t get the job.  You have two choices.  You can sulk and call it a complete waste of time, or you can make lemonade from the [...]

Get Ready for Fierce Competition

On the news last night, I heard that a local restaurant had advertised they were hiring.  This new establishment was looking for about 160 workers.  Guess how many applicants had shown up by newstime?  Over 1400.  For restaurant jobs. 
Granted, I live in one of the most depressed areas of the United States (I live in [...]