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CAREER REALISM | MONDAY, MAY 21, 2012 9 Traits of Good Outplacement Services Outplacement is typically given to people who are part of a layoff (a.k.a. For those of you that don’t know what outplacement services are, it’s simply career coaching services employers pay for to assist ex-employees in finding a new job. where the loss of a job isn’t their fault). How Do They Help Laid-Off Workers? Are They Effective? -
CAREER ALLEY | THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 2012 Explaining Long-Term Unemployment to the Interviewer Mass layoffs are an unfortunate but all-too-common occurrence these days, so mentioning a layoff isn’t always indicative of subpar work performance. “ The man who views the world at 50 the same as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life. ” – Muhammad Ali. Introduction. Interview Tips. Conclusion. This is a Guest post. -
THE RECRUITER'S LOUNGE | FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2012 Finding Work in Tough Times – The Hunt for Reality, Optimism and a Job When Teresa lost her job, it marked the third round of layoffs at her company. Teresa, a 40-something manager, rode a career wave that peaked and crashed. The major telecommunications company where she had worked in Silicon Valley for many years showed signs leading up to the lay off. was not surprised, but it was disturbing.” Network. -
WRITE SOLUTION | THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2012 Asking for job search help effectively There were layoffs and hiring freezes in North Carolina. There were (and still are) layoffs and hiring freezes not only here, but everywhere. Photo by Coletivo Mambembe via Flickr. Following is a recent LinkedIn exchange I had with a complete stranger. Albert. I’ve gotten over people using the “generic” LI invite. -
RECAREERED | MONDAY, APRIL 16, 2012 84% Of Currently Employed Workers Compete For Your Job Featured Job Search Strategy reCareered Blog career career change career coach Employment Job job search layoff Planning researchA CareerBuilder study last year projected that 84% of currently employed workers are searching for a new job and the numbers haven't changed much this year. Learn what that means for your job search.
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CAREER ROCKETEER | SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 2012 Courage Under Fire: How to Defuse Conflict in the Workplace [WEBINAR] As budgets tighten, layoffs happen and higher productivity expected, tempers flare. There seems to be more stress, pressure and conflict in the workplace then ever before. Show your leadership skills by mastering these tips to maintaining a calm presence in the face of conflict and crisis. Career Management Dorothy Tannahill-Moran SEO1 -
THE JOB QUEST | THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 2012 Consider the Long View to Determine Work-Life Balance If there is a layoff, it’s as if an arm or a leg has been cut off. In reading an article about the recent passing of legendary news broadcaster Mike Wallace , I was struck by something that his son, Chris Wallace, said: “The interesting thing is, he never mentions ’60 Minutes.’ There’s a lesson there. Not really. -
RESUME BEAR | MONDAY, APRIL 9, 2012 ResumeBear: 10 Industries Most in Need of Skilled Workers While many salespeople have seen layoffs in the past year, that doesn’t mean there aren’t jobs out there. While the job market is making a recovery, it’s still hard to find a job in many cities in America, especially for new college grads who have little experience. Yet not all industries have been hit hard by the recession. -
RESUMESIMO | FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 2012 New year, new career Maybe you’re facing a layoff as you watch your once-thriving industry dwindle down to nothing. There’s nothing like the beginning of a new year to start fresh. Something about that blank slate of a new calendar opens up possibilities as we dream about what the next twelve months might bring. -
CAREER REALISM | THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2012 4 Tips for Yahoo Layoff Victims ” Then, I realized I could shoot this quick video to share the four steps layoff victims need to take to minimize the time they are out of work. wish the victims of the layoff the best and hope this video post finds it’s way to each of them. That layoff turned out to be the best thing that ever happened to me!” -
CAREER REALISM | TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2012 How to Cover Employment Gaps on Your Resume gap can occur because of a layoff, a family emergency, a health issue, a desire to further education and many other excellent reasons. At some time in our careers, we will all have a gap in our employment history—maybe a few weeks or months, maybe a few years. How do you handle an employment gap on your resume ? -
SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2012 Seven Short Q & A’s on Saturday My present business group is downsizing and I face possible layoff. Question 1: If my client conversations are recorded, can what I say be held against me? If your job requirement is talking to customers, and those conversations are recorded, can an employer use those conversations against you? . Name Withheld, Fitzgerald, Georgia. -
RECAREERED | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 2012 How To Job Search Like Peyton Manning – From unemployed to in demand Featured Job Search Strategy reCareered Blog ageism career career change career coach Employment getting noticed hiring interview Job job search layoff networking personal branding Planning research social branding solution subject matter expertise unemploymentPeyton found a job in less than 2 weeks. Continued at [link]. -
ASK A MANAGER | SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 2012 short answer Sunday: 7 short answers to 7 short questions Interviewing with a company that recently had layoffs. It’s short answer Sunday — seven short answers to seven short questions. We’ve got a question about what to think when an employer doesn’t check references, whether you can ask not to work with someone, and more. Here we go… 1. You should ask about it. -
Talk about What You’ve Learned List these out on a piece of paper and use the layoff or the firing situation as an example of how you can cultivate the adjectives in the job description. Walking into an interview, you’re likely to feel anxious about the questions you’ll be asked. But there’s a way to turn your past negative encounters into proof you’re the person to hire. -
RESUME BEAR | SUNDAY, MARCH 11, 2012 Jobs wanted, Harvard analysts suggest Rx for America’s unemployment doldrums Policies tying layoffs to guaranteed entry to job training programs would help less-skilled workers to transition, he said. While parts of the U.S. economy have recovered from the recession, American jobs haven’t returned with them. Unemployment remains above 9 percent nationally for the third straight year. Stirling Jr. In addition, U.S. -
ASK A MANAGER | THURSDAY, MARCH 8, 2012 reader update: the company with too many parties and gifts First, I’m sorry to hear about the layoffs. If indeed the layoffs indicate tight finances, I’ll be curious to know if that changes the party situation. The letter-writer was annoyed and concerned about the impact on her own finances and everyone’s productivity. Here’s her update: Just wanted to update you. -
CAREERS DONE WRITE | MONDAY, MARCH 5, 2012 Get Ready! The Layoffs Continue. Bureau of Labor Statistics , employers carried out 1,434 mass layoff actions in January 2012 that affected 129,920 employees. Do you think a layoff could be as devastating as a hurricane? According to the U.S. This number is slightly up from December 2011. If your company is the next to lay off employees, are you ready? Get social. -
SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2012 Seven Short Q & A’s on Saturday In your case, your employer made the decision, and the reason was layoff. Question 1: Can my husband sign away my right to speak my mind about his company? My husband signed a contract today at work with a non-disparagement clause. Can my husband sign away my right to speak my mind? Also, what does “family” mean? Does it include uncles? -
THE JOB QUEST | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2012 Do Your Fears Hamper Your Job Search? Or maybe your company had a layoff and then called back several people a few months later. “But Mommy, I’m afraid they’re going to laugh at me! That is a sentiment I’ve heard expressed from my daughter a number of times in her short life. The fear of ridicule is one that follows us through life. What drives that fear? -
FIST FULL OF TALENT | TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2012 Old Milwaukee and the Pressure to Do More With Less Did you watch the Super Bowl a few weeks ago? Apart from actual contest itself, won by the New York Football Giants, the Super Bowl has also become the pinnacle event for big brands, marketers, and advertising agencies. In fact the Super Bowl has become well, the Super Bowl for the ad game. million for the average 30-second national spot. -
SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2012 “Can my boss make me sign a letter saying I left voluntarily in return for a letter of recommendation?” Layoff notice? Question: Alan: I have to resign my job due to a foreclosure, and because after my husband lost his job, he has a new one in another state, and so we are relocating. have asked my employer for a letter of recommendation. He wants me to sign it, or he won’t give me a letter of recommendation. ve worked here for 7 years. Maryann. -
CAREERS DONE WRITE | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2012 How to Handle Transitional Jobs on Your Résumé However, layoffs happen and it may take several months to get back on track. If you are fortunate, you find a new job before you leave a current role and move in an upward trajectory. In the meantime, you need a paycheck - pronto! Some have a skill set that lends itself to temporary work in a similar field. Whatever you do, give your all. -
RESUME BEAR | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2012 Don’t Let Your Age Hold You Back When Job Hunting. We have also had to accept taking lesser wages in order to get back in the working world following a layoff, etc. Although there are laws on the books to protect workers 40 and over from being discriminated against, that does not mean such illegal practices don’t take place during the background screening process. -
CUBE RULES | MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2012 The only way to win is not to play If you believe this, you won’t look for signs in the company that a layoff is imminent. Cube Rules Commentary employment security indispensable employee job security layoffsphoto credit: ste3ve. Have you seen the movie War Games ? Choosing from a menu, our hero starts off the big one. The only way to win is not to play.” -
Go Back to Class…for Job Hunting Tips After a layoff – Because so many people have been laid off in recent years, you might find a class that is devoted just to this issue and how a person might want to handle it. Interview classes – Some classes will teach you the basics of learning how to navigate the interview appointment. -
BLOGGING4JOBS | MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2012 HR Doesn’t Stand for Headcount Reduction Headcount decisions, layoffs, corporate resizing , and downsizing are things that in most cases middle management human resources really has no involvement in. Late last week I read an interesting comment on a fellow HR Blogger, Charlie Judy’s blog. The comment was this: “HR simply stands for Headcount Reduction.” -
CAREERS DONE WRITE | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2012 Getting employers to look past education and focus on experience have been searching for 3 months in anticipation of the layoff. Dear Deb: I think I am being screened out of the selection process because I do not have a college degree. have worked in the logistics department for a manufacturing company for 12 years. They are closing the U.S. office in 6 weeks. What can I do? Rick M. Ask Deb jobs search - Is Your Job Secure?
There are layoffs happening at your company. Are your skills going to be able to weather the storm? How secure is your position within the company? There are some things you can do to ensure your place with the company. It all comes down to profitability for the company. Is the department you work in -
CUBE RULES | FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 2012 How your goals impact your performance review How well your company is doing and how likely are there to be layoffs based on performance come to mind. photo credit: duncan. Business goals are the holy grail of performance reviews. Or, at least they should be. Goals, though, are a slippery slope when it comes to performance reviews. Here’s why: 1. Hit your goals — golden! -
THE RECRUITER'S LOUNGE | SUNDAY, JANUARY 22, 2012 What Recruiters Do in a Recession – Research! Related Posts COMIC – I knew the recession was serious when… PODCAST: Socialism, the recession and recruiting in Canada Temporary layoffs… Good times! This can be of immeasurable help in the future when you are called upon to recruit other wireless engineers. An obvious, but very important question.). gmail, yahoo, aol)? -
ASK A MANAGER | SUNDAY, JANUARY 22, 2012 are you always at least partly to blame if you’re laid off? Her philosophy is, if a company values an employee enough, then even if tough times come, and layoffs are in store, they will still keep you. firing layoffsIn one of her books, she gave some good ideas of how to be a good employee and ways companies could come to value you as an employee. The question I had for you is, Ms. But always? -
BRAZEN CAREERIST | FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2012 Things I wish I had written Women earn more and women are less likely to get hit in layoffs. In therapy lately I am learning to identify my feelings. Maybe you’re thinking this is elementary, but did you know that envy is about wanting something you don’t have, but jealousy is the fear of losing something you already have? am thinking about those two things. The girl. -
ASK A MANAGER | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2012 job offer from a company in the midst of layoffs But keep in mind that plenty of companies have gone through periods of layoffs and ended up perfectly strong. Layoffs aren’t in and of themselves a signal to run — you need to know more.). A reader writes: I’m a senior in college and I interned at a company this past summer and subsequently got a full-time offer. -
RESUME BEAR | MONDAY, JANUARY 16, 2012 The 8 Best Career Movies of All Time Layoffs affect the office place. Ever watch a movie and think, “Oh my God, that is my LIFE?”. Yeah, that happens all the time. And especially when it comes to your career, sometimes the movies just so perfectly represent where you’re at. The Devil Wears Prada. Plot: Girl gets everybody’s dream job at fashion magazine. Life is hard. Clerks. -
SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 2012 How to Defeat a Non-Compete Ten Effective Defenses Not only had large corporations cut back on refurbishing their offices, but layoffs and bankruptcies in many industries had resulted in corporate employers occupying diminished office space. “In great straits, when hope is small, the boldest counsels are the safest.”. - Livy (Roman Historian, 59 BC – AD 17). Their decision? 2012, Alan L. -
BOOMERS NEXT STEP | FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 2012 Resume Writing Tips to Succeed in a Tight Job Market Turnover rates are at an all-time high, given the number of layoffs and agency closings. It’s an undisputed fact – today’s job market is tighter than ever before. During this period of economic strife and instability, competition for the best jobs is extremely stiff. Job stability seems practically non-existent. -
WATER COOLER WISDOM | THURSDAY, JANUARY 5, 2012 Boeing and the Layoff Culture Within a few months, all anyone could talk about were the mass layoffs taking place around the country. No one had anything to say on this matter except a few academic researchers who provided an eye-opening account of their 10 years studying the layoff culture at airplane manufacturing powerhouse Boeing. -
JOBMOB | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2012 Were You Laid Off or Fired? Why It Matters The word ‘layoff’ gets thrown about very easily, especially when times are tough and the unemployment rate is high, but getting laid off and getting fired aren’t the same thing. Why you’re not allowed to be embarrassed about your layoff. Are you embarrassed about your layoff? ” of course). -
TIM'S STRATEGY | TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, 2012 Proven Job Search Blog Grows Into Innovative Online Software Tool For anyone who is stuck in a job search, feels inefficient without a structure or needs to plan for a pending layoff, Tim’s Strategy is now ready to help a lot more people,” said Tyrell-Smith, a popular career blogger, author, strategist and founder of Tim’s Strategy™. It’s A New Year. . Time To Get Serious About Job Search. world wide web -
EXECUTIVE CAREER BRAND | TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, 2012 Brand New Year. New Personal Brand? Times being what they are, you never know when a new job opportunity, a possible career change, or even a layoff may come your way. Brand New Year. New Personal Brand? is a post from: Executive Career Brand. If you’re like many people, January is the time to make – and stick to – resolutions that will improve your life in some way. -
JOBMOB | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2011 20 Creative Job Names Explained So You Don’t Miss Out Lately “change” in business equates to layoffs. It would be a shame to skip a great opportunity because someone in HR was trying too hard. This is a guest post by Isaac Bullen. If you’d also like to guest post here on JobMob, follow these guest post guidelines. Dreaming of a career change? Be careful of what you wish. Description: Courier. -
ASK A MANAGER | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 27, 2011 update from the reader wondering how to avoid jobs that expect 70-hour work weeks When layoffs were announced a week later, I was an obvious candidate. Back in February, a reader wrote in wondering how to avoid inadvertently accepting a job that would expect him to work ridiculously long hours. Initially they asked me to extend my contract and keep thinking about it instead of saying no. ” Seriously? updates -
JOB SHOE | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2011 Don’t Be Scared of a Job Search Sometimes, workers find themselves let go because of layoffs. People make career changes for a wide variety of reasons. Often, there is no room to grow at the old company. Finding a new job can be viewed as a difficult or upsetting issue, but it can be a wonderful opportunity. Searching for a new job [.]. -
BLOGGING4JOBS | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2011 Don’t Let the Grinch Steal Your Job Fitting with tradition, there were over 71,000 layoffs reported in January 2010, the highest for the year, according to a recent report by Challenger Gray. In 2011, however, January layoffs slowed significantly with just 38,000 reported, compared to September, which had a record 115,000 layoffs. The holiday season is upon us. -
CUBE RULES | MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2011 3 career lessons from 2011 There are still way too many layoffs from the Great Recession. Cube Rules Commentary Career Management job interviews Job Search layoffs Performance Review photo credit: TC Morgan Photography. Pundits will have their best and worst of 2011 articles out there. What lessons did I learn? But your raise and (perhaps) bonus depend on it. -
RESUMESIMO | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2011 I don’t want to be unemployed There are some things workers can do now to make them less vulnerable to a layoff. Building skills may mean taking some college classes or doing some self-study, but the extra time spent in personal and professional development will payoff when layoff time comes. Therefore, many people should make keeping their current job a priority. -
HR CAPITALIST | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2011 "BARs" (Big Audacious Rewards) in the Social Media Age. Layoffs, schmaoffs. "Nancy! Get payroll on the line. I want to cut some $5,000 spot bonus checks for my senior team so I can hand them out tonight at our Christmas dinner.". Used to be you could do that and have it be your little moment with your team. That's no longer the case in the digital era. About $1.5 million just for showing up!" -
CUBE RULES | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2011 Can You Get Around a Firing When Interviewing for Work? Yes, there is a difference between a firing and getting laid off from a job mainly that many layoff victims are oftentimes kept in their company’s plans should conditions improve where they can be brought back. photo credit: muffytyrone. How many times do you see an employer re-hiring a fired employee? By all means, do not lie. -
CAREER ALLEY | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2011 Updating Your Old Resume For Today’s Job Search But middle aged Americans and baby boomers, although on the whole better off and less likely to be unemployed than the average person, have still seen numbers from their ranks faced with layoffs and job searches. ” -. Vince Lombardi. In today’s tough economy, there are numerous people out there who are unemployed and looking for work. -
SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2011 Five Short Q&A’s on Saturday It sounds like nothing other than a layoff. Question 1: Can a coerced resignation be rescinded? My sister was terminated for absenteeism. She has lupus, and required time off.) She was shocked and crying. they told her it would be better if she resigned. without proper consideration (advice) she signed a blank piece of paper. Raymond. Megan. -
EMPLOYMENT BLAWG | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2011 Thinking About Quitting Your Job? Ten Key Signs It Might Be a Good Idea Understandably, many who have survived rounds of layoffs in the recession and ongoing weak labor market are thankful to just have a job. How do you know when quitting your job makes sense? Here are 10 signs that you should start looking to make a move. You weren’t really that crazy about the job to start with. ” 6. -
EMPLOYMENT BLAWG | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2011 Thinking About Quitting Your Job? Ten Key Signs It Might Be a Good Idea Understandably, many who have survived rounds of layoffs in the recession and ongoing weak labor market are thankful to just have a job. How do you know when quitting your job makes sense? Here are 10 signs that you should start looking to make a move. You weren’t really that crazy about the job to start with. ” 6. -
BLOGGING4JOBS | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2011 And the verdict is… Not Guilty! Slowly, all the folks I had brought to the company either left on their own or were subjected to a series of layoffs within a year’s time. Recruiting to Retain. have some worn-out luggage. Actually, it’s baggage and it ain’t pretty. Whatever it is, I feel sorry whenever anyone around me fails or gets hurt. loved this job. -
JOBMOB | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2011 Why Holiday Job Searches Lead To The Best Presents You may be a little hesitant to attend holiday events given you’re out of work, but that is exactly the time to get with other professionals who escaped the layoff bug and network. Surprise! ‘No holiday hires’ really is a myth, so take advantage. This is a guest post by Dave Thomas. Think again. 3) Network, network, network. -
GUERRILLA JOB HUNTING | SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2011 # 4 - Top 10 Reasons Occupy Wall Street Protestors Can't Find a Job It may be a ruse from your employer trying to cull the ranks for deserters, ahead of an upcoming layoff. # 4 You Don't Know What to Do When a Recruiter Calls. Here’s what to do if a recruiter calls you at work. Be flattered. If a recruiter calls you in most cases the recruiter’s team has prequalified you. -
RESUME BEAR | FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2011 How Can I Get a Job Following a Termination? With the national unemployment rate hovering around 9 percent, countless individuals continue to look for work, whether fired, layoff victims or are looking for positions fresh out of college etc. While there is hope of finding a job after a firing, the odds are definitely increased for such individuals. -
FIST FULL OF TALENT | FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2011 The FOT Interview: RIM/Blackberry's Kat Drum ve been through 5 layoffs in 4 years during my time in Seattle. FOT founder Kris Dunn recently sat down with Kat Drum , Head of Global Employment Brand and Social Media Strategies at Research In Motion , which most of you know as "RIM", the maker of the Blackberry. We didn't have to ask Kat to defend the brand. Let's roll the tape : 1. -
CUBE RULES | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2011 Unemployment hurts your confidence – and how to get it back Losing your job due to a layoff is tough business. No matter how much you expect a layoff to happen and no matter how well prepared, the layoff is a shock. The longer the layoff, the more your confidence can dwindle. Layoffs are now common. The layoffs are not their fault — and they are not yours either. -
MS. CAREER GIRL | SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2011 Nicole’s Entrepreneurial Life: I’m on an Ideas Freeze I went from being overly optimistic about my layoff being a huge “blessing in disguise,” into somewhat of an identity crisis to new a period of calm. Everyone told me layoffs spark a lot of different emotions, and now that a bit of time has passed I see what ya’ll are talking about. ” - Scott Belsky. Nicole. -
CAREER ALLEY | SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2011 5 Job Search Tips for Prospective Graduates It will also provide some insight into market trends — for instance, a particular area might have a lot of jobs while others don’t, or a big company that just announced a lot of layoffs could lead to a glut in the market. ” – Theodore Roosevelt. Network. Any of these contacts could lead to a referral or job tip. -
CAREER ROCKETEER | FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2011 Now Hiring! The Value of Virtual Job Fairs Dismal unemployment figures, combined with predictions that layoffs will continue to rise, have created a variety of challenges for job seekers as they attempt to land a job in this highly competitive environment. Another rainy day in New York City.…bringing bringing the rainfall to a record breaking total not seen since 1934. Or is it? -
HR CAPITALIST | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2011 This Big HR Mistake Has Your Name On It. Pray It Doesn't End Your Career. More from TechCrunch : "The suspense on the day of the layoffs was a continuation of a pattern at BuyWithMe. Rumors gathered momentum in between the leak and the announcement of layoffs, but the company waited an entire day to say anything officially.". You know the drill. This is a huge one. Most assumed the company was healthy. -
GUERRILLA JOB HUNTING | MONDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2011 Occupy Wall Street Protestors: Top 10 Reasons You Can’t Find a Job #10 - You’re G ullible. Well actually… you’ve been lied to. But it’s your responsibility to separate out truth from propaganda and because you believed there were no jobs without verifying it yourself – you have to accept responsibility. You know there are no jobs. The ‘classifieds’ are scant. -
RESUME BEAR | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2011 20 Big Ways the Recession is Changing Young Adults Economists studying layoffs during the 1970s and 1980s found that regardless of age, unemployment increased mortality rates — and not just in the short term. It’s tempting to assume that young adults, much less settled into their lives than older adults, would be less hard hit by the recession. Young people are spending less, saving more. -
BLOGGING4JOBS | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2011 The Leaky Bucket Theory Forever gone are the days when employees are told individually and in person about corporate layoffs, restructures, and terminations. The Wall Street Journal announced this week that for the first time since 2008 there were more voluntarily resignations than layoffs in February of this year. ” I don’t have all the answers. -
RESUME BEAR | SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2011 How Do You Explain Away Gaps in Your Resume? The lack of work on a resume can be due to a variety of factors, including firings, layoffs, time off to raise a family and more. You really want a posted job, in fact, you really need that job. The problem is, however, you’re worried about how you will explain a gap or gaps on your resume. percent nationwide. -
CAREER ROCKETEER | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2011 Recession-Proof Yourself Layoffs and outsourcing can come at any time and in any industry, and no job is really immune. It seems like not a day goes by now without a story in the news about unemployment and how people are struggling to find jobs. These are stressful times. But if you are employed, is there anything you can do to keep your current position secure? -
SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2011 “How can I prove retaliation has occurred?” objected to one of them by filing a grievance, and then one month later I was chosen for a layoff for supposedly financial reasons. Question : My employer has a policy against retaliation for objecting to impropriety, dishonesty or illegality. How do I prove this is retaliation? Larry. Milton, Washington. Let me explain: . 2011 Alan L. -
JOBMOB | MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2011 7 Things You Must Immediately Do If You Suspect A Mass Layoff The layoff scare. You might be inclined to keep the impending layoff a secret from your loved ones because you don’t want them to worry, but this actually bad strategy on your part. Cut down on your personal costs as soon as you suspect that a layoff is near. Must-Read Tips guest posts Krisca Te layoffsSave your money. -
CAREER REALISM | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2011 10 Ways to Deal with the Signs of Layoff I will be satisfied if at least ONE person can benefit from the tell-tale signs of a layoff. Climbing the Ladder advice career expert layoff unemploymentHaunting as the signs may be, they're in no order. To get this useful advice and many other helpful career resources, visit us now at CAREEREALISM.com. -
WATER COOLER WISDOM | MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2011 Keep From Getting Fired However, it’s important to understand when you’re in danger of being fired so that you can take steps to avert it – because unlike layoffs, many firings can be prevented. While writing my new book Blind Spots: The 10 Business Myths You Can’t Afford to Believe on Your New Path to Success , I met a guy named Sebastian. -
THE UNDERCOVER RECRUITER | MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2011 Safe Hiring: Why Pre-Screening Is A Must Employees are consistently being asked to do more with less and corporations large and small continue to turn to layoffs as a means to remain viable. The downturn of the economy has created an increase in personal stress levels both at home and in the workplace. According to the U.S. Reduced potential for employee theft. Discourage fraud. -
RESUMESIMO | SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2011 5 Cover Letter Tips Whether your employment gap is due to a layoff or returning to school, the cover letter is an opportunity to give an explanation. Little things can make a huge difference between writing a cover letter that is noticed and one that is ignored. Every cover letter should be customized towards the job for which you are applying. -
CUBE RULES | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2011 Careers are over Have we seen the layoffs? Cube Rules Commentary employment security Job Search job security layoffsphoto credit: Alex E. Proimos. Most of us realize that just having a job does not make it a career. But there are a lot of us out there that think the goal in our adult working life is to have a career, not just a job. Think about it. -
MS. CAREER GIRL | MONDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2011 Why Young Professionals Should Blog And on a personal note, this blog helped me get through so much over the last 3 years: a breakup with an x-boyfriend who I lived with, 5 moves, credit card debt, 3 jobs, a career transition, a layoff and even some bouts of depression. lot of people ask me why/how I started blogging. Let’s rewind 3 years. Don’t believe me? -
CAREER KEY | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2011 Promising Careers 2011 Part 5: Enterprising Careers For example, real estate and banking have had massive layoffs and restructuring this recession. Explore these promising Enterprising career options , and consider how you might combine them with a growth industry (see my previous post on finding careers in high growth industries ). systems in these fields more promising. -
JENNIFER ANTHONY | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2011 Three Critical Things To Know Before Jumping Ship In A Bad Economy By Dawn Rasmussen. As a résumé writer, I hear some of the most dreadful tales imaginable from clients about searching for or changing jobs. Then there’s the boss who is just peachy in the interview and turns into Bosszilla the day you report for work, and your life has been miserable ever since. There are exceptions, of course. Really? link]. -
JENNIFER ANTHONY | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2011 Three Critical Things To Know Before Jumping Ship In A Bad Economy By Dawn Rasmussen. As a résumé writer, I hear some of the most dreadful tales imaginable from clients about searching for or changing jobs. Then there’s the boss who is just peachy in the interview and turns into Bosszilla the day you report for work, and your life has been miserable ever since. There are exceptions, of course. Really? link]. -
CAREER ROCKETEER | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2011 Spicing Up Your Video Resume with the 4 Types of Conflict For instance, did you survive a round of layoffs by somehow standing out? If you are looking for some excellent Youtube entertainment, just do a search for “video resume.” You will find that very talented and nice people have taken the time to read you their resume. Perhaps they think the managers who might hire them can’t read. -
FIST FULL OF TALENT | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2011 Do You Run HR Like Hotel Le Bleu? Let’s Hope Not. Layoffs, cutbacks, reduction in 401K matches, reduction in benefits, and increases in costs to employees for services and benefits. Hurricane Irene came sashaying up to the east coast of the US last week and made quite an entrance. . lot of damage, a lot of power outages, and a lot of stress. Hey this is America. Capitalism rules. -
HR CAPITALIST | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2011 BACK TO THE FUTURE: A Labor Day Note To My Boys. Layoffs and RIFs ensue. . My sons aren't really old enough to have this conversation yet, but they're getting close. When we eventually have the conversation, we'll do it every Labor Day and call it the "Labor Day Gut Check". Hi Kids! chipper intro, I know. Labor Day is a time to relax (that's why I'm writing a blog post on Labor Day, right?), -
MS. CAREER GIRL | SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2011 Beware of Interview Liars: A Warning Since I was let go, there’s been another round of layoffs along with execs cutting their hours in half and other leaders who supposedly left on mutual terms. As many of you know, I was laid off from my job about 6 weeks ago. The company preached its belief in work/life balance and flexibility even though I worked until 9pm most nights. -
CAREER ALLEY | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2011 Limited Shelf life – Is Your Job About to Expire? Five signs you may be on the layoff list – This article was posted on MarketWatch.com and provides 5 warning signs. “ My son is now an “entrepreneur. That’s what you’re called when you don’t have a job. – Ted Turner. just watched this happen to someone that works in my company. What can you do? -
CAREER CHAOS | WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2011 Layoff Heading Your Way? 7 Things to Do Now! Career Advice career career coach layoff networking resumeWe all know that today's workplace is like a ship on a turbulent sea: You never know when you might get thrown overboard - or at least injured. So, be prepared for whatever happens. Take precautions so you won't be. -
WATER COOLER WISDOM | MONDAY, AUGUST 29, 2011 8 Unconventional Recruiting Strategies Layoffs are all too common in today’s business world, and you can often find highly-qualified candidates as a result of contacting the human resources professionals in affected neighbors and competitors, and working with them to hire displaced individuals into your organization. -
JOBACLE | FRIDAY, AUGUST 12, 2011 Westfield’s Stan Duncan Addresses The Importance of Knowing How To Sell Yourself With so many layoffs, there were suddenly far more people scrambling for every open job. As 2008 came to a close, many Americans were faced with a bleak outlook for the years ahead. As the economy slumped further and further towards a full-blown recession, the employment figures had a mirrored affect. Think of yourself as the product. -
REDSTARRESUME | THURSDAY, AUGUST 11, 2011 Resume Writing Tips to Succeed in a Tight Job Market Turnover rates are at an all-time high, given the number of layoffs and agency closings. It’s an undisputed fact – today’s job market is tighter than ever before. During this period of economic strife and instability, competition for the best jobs is extremely stiff. Job stability seems practically non-existent. -
THE JOB QUEST | THURSDAY, AUGUST 11, 2011 The Power of Love No matter where you are in your career — if you’ve been laid off, if you are in a job that is a bad fit, if you are back to work but still feeling the negative emotions from your layoff, or if you are feeling secure in your position — take the time to strengthen the love with those around you. -
BLOGGING4JOBS | TUESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2011 What Will Stop the Madness? Riots, Stock Market, Navy Seals… Banks announce more layoffs. This is not my typical blog. This is not what I usually write about but the last couple of days have taken it out of me. And writing about it just might give it back to me. When certainty is scarce, one must hope. London is burning. The stock market plummets. An elite team is sacrificed. -
FIST FULL OF TALENT | TUESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2011 Synergies: Just Another Word For My HR Is Better Than Your HR But in the practice and execution of corporate consolidations, particularly if you are on the side that is getting acquired, synergy is just a boardroom word for ‘The amount we will save in labor costs after the layoffs.’. Synergies’, when looked at as a stand alone term, sounds kind of cool - dynamic, exciting, and even intriguing. -
CAREER ROCKETEER | SATURDAY, AUGUST 6, 2011 Stop Working for the Man – Start an Internet Business In these troubling economic times, many people are either searching for jobs because they are unemployed (or expecting layoffs) or they are desperately hoping that they will be able to keep their job longer. There is another choice: working for yourself. There are many different ways to start your own business. -
HR CAPITALIST | THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2011 The Worst VP of HR in the World? Fortune Reports, You Decide. By the time she became Pfizer's HR chief in early 2007, the company was preparing for wholesale layoffs. Let me state from the start that I don't know this person. I'm simply going to use excerpts from Fortune give you some cliff notes on HR pros behaving badly. Kindler's loyalty to her would undercut him at a crucial moment. So far so good. -
CAREER REALISM | TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2011 10 Secrets to Control Your Boss (a.k.a How to Avoid Getting Laid-off) That way, we could ensure we'd get what we want, and at the very least, never be considered for a layoff. Climbing the Ladder advice boss career control job laid off layoff Manager search tipWe all wish we could control our boss. To get this useful advice and many other helpful career resources, visit us now at CAREEREALISM.com. -
CAREER REALISM | SATURDAY, JULY 30, 2011 10 Secrets to Control Your Boss (a.k.a How to Avoid Getting Laid-off) That way, we could ensure we'd get what we want, and at the very least, never be considered for a layoff. Climbing the Ladder advice boss career control job laid off layoff Manager search tipWe all wish we could have power over our boss. Here are 10 tips to help. -
SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | FRIDAY, JULY 29, 2011 Seven Short Q & A’s on Saturday The employer says that “voluntary termination (that is, resignation) gets treated the same way as “involuntary termination without cause (that is, layoff). Question 1: Can a former employer forbid me to speak to former co-workers, and them to me ? Debra P. Islandia, New York. The Very Short Answer is “No.”. Patty. Anonymous. -
FIST FULL OF TALENT | WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2011 Working for the Government: You're More Likely to Die in the Job Than to be Fired. Rather than indicating something positive, rates below 1% in the firing and layoff components would indicate a serious management problem," he says.". Ever throw a Turnover slide up in an Operations review and have to tread carefully about what you say? You: "Customer Ops is working to research some of the drivers behind that trend." -
CAREER REALISM | TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2011 Laid-off? Request Outplacement! You should request your employer provide you with outplacement services if you've been affected by a layoff, or you get laid-off in near future. Choosing a Career Path career expert HR job laid off layoff outplacement searchTo get this useful advice and many other helpful career resources, visit us now at CAREEREALISM.com. -
CUBE RULES | MONDAY, JULY 25, 2011 5 actions employees should take in case of debt default If some of the worse events happen because of a default, lots of layoffs will occur. Besides, after savings and a long layoff, you may need some of that available credit. If the economy takes a shock, credit won’t be available to use and layoffs will happen. Cube Rules Commentary 401(k) IRA job ends laid off layoffs -
RECAREERED | THURSDAY, JULY 21, 2011 Sobering News: Long-Term Unemployment By State Employment Economy Featured reCareered Blog career career change career coach Employment hiring Job job search layoff recession unemploymentToday's Journal included an interactive chart showing long-term unemployment by state. explain what this chart means to you, based on your state. Continued at [link]. | |