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With the sky-high prices of a college education today, the sad reality is students are graduating severely in debt. Even worse, many are unable to find good paying jobs and are underemployed. Well, here's some good news. You may not need to go to college to find a great career! The Trades Are Hot! MORE
According to Bullhorn, existing candidate referrals ranked as the single best source for high-quality talent in 2018. It makes sense, your current employees are on the front-line of your business every day. MORE
Are you in the process of searching for a new job but can't seem to get the callbacks you want? You could be making some big job search mistakes. Don't worry, though! We can help you identify what you're doing wrong in your job search, and how to fix it. MORE
When founders and CEOs look to hire and promote managers , they want people who exhibit leadership. But how can you exhibit leadership if you’re stuck in individual contributor roles? No one reports to you, and you’re not even a project manager. Good news is, leader isn’t a title, it’s a group of characteristics, and you can acquire them, even if you’re not the boss. Here are 10 ideas: 1. Communicate clearly. MORE
As an investor and retiree, you might be thinking of diversifying your investments and finding new ways to increase your earnings. The foreign exchange market is the largest and most liquid trading space in the world. MORE
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
Sponsored content Some companies have unlimited travel budgets, but most do not. Every flight, hotel, business dinner is scrutinized and limited in many corporate organizations. And we’re not even talking about business class travel expenses. Basic travel is not cheap. MORE
Job seekers often ask me, “How do I identify resume keywords?” ” Until recently, that was a tough question for me to answer with an explanation that made sense. While I. Read More. The post Awesome New Tool for Resume Keywords appeared first on AvidCareerist. MORE
Are you getting ready for a video interview? When you’re looking for a job, sometimes you might find yourself interviewing in some ways that you couldn’t have anticipated 20 years ago. MORE
Full stack development is all the rage in today’s tech-fuelled industry, for reasons that run the gamut from high demand to competitive salaries. However, it’s a challenging field to enter and navigate and only the best of the best makes it to the top. MORE
I was 34 years old, a lucky chief cook and bottle washer, chauffeur, social planner, wife and mother with a loving husband who paid the bills for our happy family of four in west L.A. My diploma from UCLA had been filed away long ago, along with my old teaching credential. MORE
Without question, candidates with options in the job marketplace are looking for companies with a purpose behind their business. MORE
“When a great moment knocks on the door of your life, it is often no louder than the beating of your heart, and it is so very easy to miss it.” ” – Boris Pasternak. So true, and so very true in work and career. MORE
Selling crafts that you enjoy making is a satisfying way to make money, as long as you are creating products that people want to buy. […]. Discover Career Opportunities Crafts MORE
There are always situations when you’ll have to take the first job offer even if you know it’s not the right job for you. Usually, this is because you've been out of work for a long time. MORE
The streets are once again clogged with yellow buses. Children are jamming straws into Carpi Sun drinks across the country. The teacher christens a new blackboard with the first morsel of chalk. It must be back to school time! MORE
For over a century, the five-day working week has been a pillar of the business world. Employees reported to a desk in an allocated building and worked allocated hours. However, technology has allowed employee expectations to change rapidly, as the modern workforce demands a more flexible approach. MORE
Have you ever connected with someone new, enjoyed the brilliancy of their smile, the ebullience of their voice and the mutual passion for a hobby? Have you experienced such instant-connections abruptly taking a nosedive? MORE
When you’re looking for a part-time job in retirement, you want something that will boost your income. However, you also need a position that will help boost other areas of your life at the same time. So, where should retirees look for post-retirement employment? MORE
Resume Writing Tips Successful resume writing is a skill that can be developed. Think of the first page of your résumé as being like a billboard outside a shop. Does it catch your eye? Or does it provide you with all the information you want to know? Or maybe, does it have a statement that […]. MORE
In China, it is seen as a good thing for a female to appear shy, modest, and subtle in how you communicate. The way I would normally say ‘hello’ was I would look and smile – and never actually say ‘hello’. MORE
My friend Jennifer McClure is a speaker and loves to share actual feedback that's been gathered by organizations that bring her into speak. Overall ratings that are numbers-driven are appropriate and you have to have them for overall measurement. But the real gold? MORE
Michelle was looking for a job, and Rock Island County, IL, was hiring. She was excited when she got an email, sent through recruiting site, Indeed , inviting her for an interview. But before she could schedule the interview, the recruiter needed just a few things. MORE
While major corporations tend to have large, dedicated legal teams to protect them from employee lawsuits, small businesses rarely have those kinds of resources. But small business legal advice doesn’t have to be cost prohibitive just because you can’t afford a full legal team. Here’s what you need to know. Prevention Is Key to Avoiding Lawsuits. Employee lawsuits are a risk from the moment you hire your first employee, even if that person is your best friend or brother-in-law. MORE
It’s the Thursday “ask the readers” question. A reader writes: I am having a really hard time transitioning into the professional world and it’s at the point where I am worried I don’t have the ability to be a professional working person. I graduated from college a little over a year ago and I got a full-time administrative position immediately. MORE
“The large print giveth and the small print taketh away.”. – Tom Waits. ACTUAL CASE HISTORIES : Marta had just received a graduate degree as an Artificial Intelligence Engineer, and was recruited by several large employers. MORE
A reader writes: I’m one of several part-time workers for a growing start-up. We all work remotely, so I communicate with my managers and coworkers entirely electronically. I’m one of the higher performers in my department, so I’m trusted with more responsibility, but my position is pretty peripheral in the organization so I don’t really have any clout in the larger context. MORE
You've certainly heard that using a powerful personal brand message will make your executive resume a compelling read—and help you gain traction in your job search. But how do you go about defining and capturing your brand? MORE
“I yearned to be my own boss, to choose who I worked with and what I did.”. Long hours, lack of creative control and constant illness left Katie Ryde exhausted. Then, a timely conversation and an impending change in family circumstances gave her the push she needed to set up something of her own. MORE
For people considering a career in the medical field, taking on work as a medical scribe is a fantastic first step to take. Discover Career Opportunities Medical Careers MORE
A firefighter, a professor, a computer repair technician and a lawyer are having dinner together. Which one is the salesperson? None, right? One is in the business of saving lives; another teaches; one fixes stuff; and the last one keeps people out of jail. They’re not in sales. Or are they? MORE
I’m on record as saying when an employee asks for something look for a way to say yes. If you come to me and say you want to bring an emotional support clown to a meeting–any meeting–I will look for a way to say no. But Human Resources people in New Zealand are nicer than I am. Or perhaps, they were blindsided and were so freaked out they didn’t know how to respond. I don’t know. MORE
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Whatever your reasons for needing more money, there are plenty of freelance careers you could undertake from the comfort of your very own home. Discover Career Opportunities MORE
When Facebook decided to create a jobs marketplace about 18 months ago, they scored another home run. Recruiting through social media is one of the most important and transformative trends in the past decade for this industry. MORE
As an employee, you have rights. You may not be aware of all these rights , but that doesn’t mean they don’t exist. And now, if you’re a Google employee, you have more rights than the average employee. In a settlement with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Google agreed to post a list of rights that employees have. MORE
Whether you love or loathe your current job, I’ll bet that you wish it paid you more money. In fact, I think most of us wish we all had a little extra disposable income each month. When did the cost of living get so high? And why don’t our wages reflect that? MORE
I’d be very surprised if you had never used a 3M product at some point in your life. It’s probably best known for its tapes and adhesives, and possibly the trusted post-it note. MORE
This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion you’d like to have with other readers, by popular demand. This one is truly no work and no school.). Book recommendation of the week: The Secrets We Kept , by Lara Prescott. MORE
Career Trend
SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
Have you ever connected with someone new, enjoyed the brilliancy of their smile, the ebullience of their voice and the mutual passion for a hobby? Have you experienced such instant-connections abruptly taking a nosedive?
Sklover Working Wisdom
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
“The large print giveth and the small print taketh away.”. – Tom Waits. ACTUAL CASE HISTORIES : Marta had just received a graduate degree as an Artificial Intelligence Engineer, and was recruited by several large employers.
Ms. Career Girl
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
I was 34 years old, a lucky chief cook and bottle washer, chauffeur, social planner, wife and mother with a loving husband who paid the bills for our happy family of four in west L.A. My diploma from UCLA had been filed away long ago, along with my old teaching credential.
Career Shifters
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
“I yearned to be my own boss, to choose who I worked with and what I did.”. Long hours, lack of creative control and constant illness left Katie Ryde exhausted. Then, a timely conversation and an impending change in family circumstances gave her the push she needed to set up something of her own.
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
When founders and CEOs look to hire and promote managers , they want people who exhibit leadership. But how can you exhibit leadership if you’re stuck in individual contributor roles? No one reports to you, and you’re not even a project manager. Good news is, leader isn’t a title, it’s a group of characteristics, and you can acquire them, even if you’re not the boss. Here are 10 ideas: 1. Communicate clearly.
Sklover Working Wisdom
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
“When a great moment knocks on the door of your life, it is often no louder than the beating of your heart, and it is so very easy to miss it.” ” – Boris Pasternak. So true, and so very true in work and career.
Ms. Career Girl
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
In China, it is seen as a good thing for a female to appear shy, modest, and subtle in how you communicate. The way I would normally say ‘hello’ was I would look and smile – and never actually say ‘hello’.
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Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
Michelle was looking for a job, and Rock Island County, IL, was hiring. She was excited when she got an email, sent through recruiting site, Indeed , inviting her for an interview. But before she could schedule the interview, the recruiter needed just a few things.
Avid Careerist
SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
Job seekers often ask me, “How do I identify resume keywords?” ” Until recently, that was a tough question for me to answer with an explanation that made sense. While I. Read More. The post Awesome New Tool for Resume Keywords appeared first on AvidCareerist.
Ms. Career Girl
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
A firefighter, a professor, a computer repair technician and a lawyer are having dinner together. Which one is the salesperson? None, right? One is in the business of saving lives; another teaches; one fixes stuff; and the last one keeps people out of jail. They’re not in sales. Or are they?
Career Alley
SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
Whatever your reasons for needing more money, there are plenty of freelance careers you could undertake from the comfort of your very own home. Discover Career Opportunities
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
I’m on record as saying when an employee asks for something look for a way to say yes. If you come to me and say you want to bring an emotional support clown to a meeting–any meeting–I will look for a way to say no. But Human Resources people in New Zealand are nicer than I am. Or perhaps, they were blindsided and were so freaked out they didn’t know how to respond. I don’t know.
Jobacle
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Whether you love or loathe your current job, I’ll bet that you wish it paid you more money. In fact, I think most of us wish we all had a little extra disposable income each month. When did the cost of living get so high? And why don’t our wages reflect that?
Boomers Next Step
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
Resume Writing Tips Successful resume writing is a skill that can be developed. Think of the first page of your résumé as being like a billboard outside a shop. Does it catch your eye? Or does it provide you with all the information you want to know? Or maybe, does it have a statement that […].
Career Alley
SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
Selling crafts that you enjoy making is a satisfying way to make money, as long as you are creating products that people want to buy. […]. Discover Career Opportunities Crafts
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
As an employee, you have rights. You may not be aware of all these rights , but that doesn’t mean they don’t exist. And now, if you’re a Google employee, you have more rights than the average employee. In a settlement with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Google agreed to post a list of rights that employees have.
Jobacle
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
The streets are once again clogged with yellow buses. Children are jamming straws into Carpi Sun drinks across the country. The teacher christens a new blackboard with the first morsel of chalk. It must be back to school time!
Boomers Next Step
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Are you getting ready for a video interview? When you’re looking for a job, sometimes you might find yourself interviewing in some ways that you couldn’t have anticipated 20 years ago.
The Undercover Recruiter
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
When Facebook decided to create a jobs marketplace about 18 months ago, they scored another home run. Recruiting through social media is one of the most important and transformative trends in the past decade for this industry.
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
While major corporations tend to have large, dedicated legal teams to protect them from employee lawsuits, small businesses rarely have those kinds of resources. But small business legal advice doesn’t have to be cost prohibitive just because you can’t afford a full legal team. Here’s what you need to know. Prevention Is Key to Avoiding Lawsuits. Employee lawsuits are a risk from the moment you hire your first employee, even if that person is your best friend or brother-in-law.
Ask A Manager
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
A reader writes: I’m one of several part-time workers for a growing start-up. We all work remotely, so I communicate with my managers and coworkers entirely electronically. I’m one of the higher performers in my department, so I’m trusted with more responsibility, but my position is pretty peripheral in the organization so I don’t really have any clout in the larger context.
Career Realism
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
With the sky-high prices of a college education today, the sad reality is students are graduating severely in debt. Even worse, many are unable to find good paying jobs and are underemployed. Well, here's some good news. You may not need to go to college to find a great career! The Trades Are Hot!
The Undercover Recruiter
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
For over a century, the five-day working week has been a pillar of the business world. Employees reported to a desk in an allocated building and worked allocated hours. However, technology has allowed employee expectations to change rapidly, as the modern workforce demands a more flexible approach.
Imarticus Learning
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
Full stack development is all the rage in today’s tech-fuelled industry, for reasons that run the gamut from high demand to competitive salaries. However, it’s a challenging field to enter and navigate and only the best of the best makes it to the top.
HR Capitalist
SEPTEMBER 20, 2019
My friend Jennifer McClure is a speaker and loves to share actual feedback that's been gathered by organizations that bring her into speak. Overall ratings that are numbers-driven are appropriate and you have to have them for overall measurement. But the real gold?
Boomers Next Step
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
As an investor and retiree, you might be thinking of diversifying your investments and finding new ways to increase your earnings. The foreign exchange market is the largest and most liquid trading space in the world.
The Undercover Recruiter
SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
I’d be very surprised if you had never used a 3M product at some point in your life. It’s probably best known for its tapes and adhesives, and possibly the trusted post-it note.
Career Tips Blog
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
Improve your life by intentionally targeting your go-to habitual negative thought to a thought more aligned with what you want to create more of in your life. Mentions* The Path to Wealth: Seven Spiritual Steps to Financial Abundance by May McCarthy Blink: The Power. Podcast
Career Realism
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Are you in the process of searching for a new job but can't seem to get the callbacks you want? You could be making some big job search mistakes. Don't worry, though! We can help you identify what you're doing wrong in your job search, and how to fix it.
Boomers Next Step
SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
When you’re looking for a part-time job in retirement, you want something that will boost your income. However, you also need a position that will help boost other areas of your life at the same time. So, where should retirees look for post-retirement employment?
The Undercover Recruiter
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
Sponsored content Some companies have unlimited travel budgets, but most do not. Every flight, hotel, business dinner is scrutinized and limited in many corporate organizations. And we’re not even talking about business class travel expenses. Basic travel is not cheap.
Career Advice Guy
SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
There are always situations when you’ll have to take the first job offer even if you know it’s not the right job for you. Usually, this is because you've been out of work for a long time.
Ask A Manager
SEPTEMBER 20, 2019
This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion you’d like to have with other readers, by popular demand. This one is truly no work and no school.). Book recommendation of the week: The Secrets We Kept , by Lara Prescott.
Career Realism
SEPTEMBER 20, 2019
You've certainly heard that using a powerful personal brand message will make your executive resume a compelling read—and help you gain traction in your job search. But how do you go about defining and capturing your brand?
The Undercover Recruiter
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
According to Bullhorn, existing candidate referrals ranked as the single best source for high-quality talent in 2018. It makes sense, your current employees are on the front-line of your business every day.
HR Capitalist
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
Without question, candidates with options in the job marketplace are looking for companies with a purpose behind their business.
Ask A Manager
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
It’s the Thursday “ask the readers” question. A reader writes: I am having a really hard time transitioning into the professional world and it’s at the point where I am worried I don’t have the ability to be a professional working person. I graduated from college a little over a year ago and I got a full-time administrative position immediately.
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