Archive for tag: job
4 Specialized Fun Jobs With Decent Pay
February 23, 2011 11:47 am Career Advice, Careers, Choosing a Degree, EducationThe ripple effect ever-changing technology has on just about every industry makes it hard for anyone to have the same job for 40 years. And if that’s the case, why not consider jobs that are not only lucrative, but also fun? Check out these four fun careers that you can actually make a living doing.
3 Ways to Avoid a Company Lay Off
January 17, 2011 2:42 pm Career AdviceThink you’re secure in your job? So did 14 million other people until they were laid off in the last two years. In a poor economy lay offs are a fact of life, however there are several things you can do to make sure that you’re way down the list of people your company is thinking about letting go.
The Secret to Staying Motivated While Looking for Work
January 12, 2011 3:06 pm Career AdviceAre you in a funk because it’s taking longer than you thought to find a job? The competition is tough right now, but you can’t let that get you down. The only way you’ll find work is to stay focused. Read how millions of unemployed Americans are keeping motivated while looking for jobs, even though open career doors are hard to find.
Employer Assisted College Aid (the Hidden Goldmine)
December 10, 2010 4:00 pm Career AdviceThinking of going back to college, but wondering how you’re going to pay for it? Before you do something crazy (like give up on your dream) check into employer-subsidized financial aid. Many companies offer assistance, but don’t make that fact well known. Read on to find out how you can learn more about college tuition aid from your employer.
4 Lies to Avoid During a Job Interview
December 9, 2010 1:03 pm Career AdviceTurns out 23% of all job seekers lie at some point during the interview process. However, studies show interviewers value integrity over lack of experience, so is lying really going to land you that job? Not if you’re caught. Here are four common lies to avoid during your interview.
Last Minute Ways to Score Extra Cash During the Holidays
December 3, 2010 2:01 pm Career AdviceNeed extra cash this holiday season? Don’t mope around about it just because you’re not earning your full potential (or you happen to looking for work). Be creative by finding a job that doesn’t exist until YOU suggest it. Here are five last minute, low impact ways you can find a few bucks in the metaphoric couch cushions of Christmas.
4 Benefits of Job Hunting During the Holidays
November 23, 2010 3:29 pm Career AdviceJob hunting this holiday season? Landing a job during the holidays isn’t as hard as you might think. It’s easy to convince yourself that nobody hires between Thanksgiving and Christmas, but in reality that’s just a myth. Before you hang up your resume until after New Year’s check out these job search opportunities that only come around once a year.
5 Resume Terms That Will Keep You Unemployed
November 19, 2010 2:03 pm Career AdviceIf the reader of your resume can’t decipher your strengths, then you need to throw that resume away and start over. But before you do check out the five most anemic resume killing descriptions you should avoid.
The Web Tells All When Looking for a Job
November 12, 2010 1:50 pm Career AdviceThink no one other than your friends looks at your Facebook pictures? Think again. According to Microsoft 75% of all job recruiters and Human Resources departments cyber stalk a job candidate BEFORE they call them in for an interview. Check out what might be floating around cyberspace that prevents you from getting hired.
