Is it Legal to Cut Your Pay?
Sunday September 30, 2012
How Old is Too Old?
Saturday September 29, 2012
You might think experience would be an advantage when you're job searching, but that's not always the case.
The older you are, the longer it can take and the harder it can be to find ... Read More
Employers Hiring Older Workers
Friday September 28, 2012
Despite the fact that most people, myself included, think that the older you are the harder it is to get hired that's not necessarily always the case.
A new survey from ... Read More
LinkedIn Success Stories
Thursday September 27, 2012
I've spent some time this week talking to job seekers about LinkedIn and I've heard some great success stories.
One of the people I spoke to is thrilled because, for the ... Read More
Get References in Writing
Wednesday September 26, 2012
It's quick and easy to ask for a LinkedIn recommendation or to ask someone if you can give out their phone number to prospective employers.
However, depending on the job you ... Read More
Out of the Office
Tuesday September 25, 2012
Have you checked the skills section of your resume lately? If you haven't, it's a good idea to take a look to make sure the skills you have listed aren't obsolete.
Listing ... Read More
Career Services for Alumni Returning to Work
Tuesday September 25, 2012
I know more than a few moms (and some dads) who have put their little one on the school bus for kindergarten and are ready to get back into the ... Read More
Top 10 Reasons for Getting Fired
Sunday September 23, 2012
There are many reasons that companies fire employees. If you take a look at stories about getting fired shared by About.com readers you'll find a variety of reasons people were ... Read More
How to Write a Resume
Sunday September 23, 2012
Your resume needs to present your skills, knowledge, and accomplishments - as they relate to the jobs you apply for. It's important, and even more important when the job market ... Read More
Severance Pay
Saturday September 22, 2012
I've received several inquiries this week about severance pay. One person I spoke to thought that her employer was required to give her a severance package (they aren't) and that ... Read More
Tackling Veterans' Unemployment
Saturday September 22, 2012
The overall unemployment rate for veterans dropped to 6.6% in August. This was the lowest level in more than three years. The rate for Iraq/Afghanistan veterans was much higher (10.9%) and above ... Read More
How Not to Email About a Job
Friday September 21, 2012
When you're applying for a job or writing to a networking contact via email words matter, typos matter, and grammar matters.
It's important to write your email messages, your LinkedIn messages, ... Read More
The Best Career Websites
Friday September 21, 2012
My colleagues and I, who comprise the About.com Careers channel, were honored this week to be included on the list of The Top 75 Websites For Your Career from Forbes:
About.com offers ... Read More
Underemployment: Are You Underemployed?
Wednesday September 19, 2012
Unemployment isn't the only job market issue that's been in the news lately. In addition to the millions American workers who are unemployed, there are millions more people who are ... Read More
Moving Down the Career Ladder
Wednesday September 19, 2012
Sometimes, moving down the career ladder, instead of up it, is worth considering. It could be by choice. I know more than a few people who have decided to opt ... Read More
Keep Your Job Search Eyes Open
Tuesday September 18, 2012
I can't help but notice help wanted ads and I recently returned home from a trip where I saw help wanted signs in stores, a couple of billboards on the highway that said "we're ... Read More
Why You Didn't Get Hired
Tuesday September 18, 2012
I hear from many job seekers who can't help but wonder why they didn't get the job. There can be one reason that makes it difficult to get hired, or ... Read More
Resume Writing Tips
Monday September 17, 2012
Writing a resume isn't easy. It's important to make sure your resume compellingly showcases your candidacy for employment.
It's also important to choose the right resume format for your circumstances. You ... Read More
Do You Love Your Job?
Sunday September 16, 2012
It's sad how many people hate their jobs, but it's also good to hear about people who love their jobs. Given the amount of time we spend at work, it's ... Read More
Job Interview Thank You Letters
Sunday September 16, 2012
I'm always thrilled when someone thanks me for helping them or for giving them advice. I'm not the only one who likes being appreciated - employers like being thanked, too.
The ... Read More
What To Do When Networking Isn't Working
Saturday September 15, 2012
Sometimes, despite your best efforts at applying for jobs, looking for contacts to network with at companies, and doing everything else within your power to get your candidacy noticed, you're ... Read More
I Hate My Job!
Saturday September 15, 2012
I hate my job. I hate my company. I hate my boss. What can I do? I hear that all the time.
Many people do hate something or other about their ... Read More
How to Write a Targeted Resume
Friday September 14, 2012
A targeted resume is a resume that is customized so that it specifically highlights the experience and skills you have that are relevant to the job you are applying for. ... Read More
Do You Know What You Did When?
Thursday September 13, 2012
It's easy to forget when you worked where, especially if you've had a lot of jobs. Interviewers, however, will expect you to be able to provide an accurate and detailed ... Read More
Election 2012 Jobs
Wednesday September 12, 2012
With less than two months left until Election Day, campaigns are kicking into high gear, recruiting volunteers and interns to help out on the homerun stretch.
Working on a campaign is ... Read More
What to Include in a Resume
Tuesday September 11, 2012
Need help compiling the information for your resume? Here is what to include in a resume, along with the appropriate format and advice on what information include in each section.
Take ... Read More
Jobs in the Cloud
Tuesday September 11, 2012
A recent survey from Citrix reported that 97% of Americans use cloud computing. If you use Gmail, shop online, back up your iPhone to iCloud, or access your work network from home, you're one ... Read More
How to Turn Down a Reference Request
Monday September 10, 2012
I was asked to provide a reference by someone who hadn't done a good job on a project she had done for me. Not only had she taken much longer than ... Read More
Ski Resort Jobs
Sunday September 9, 2012
If you're interested in a ski resort job this winter, now is the time to be looking. Ski resorts are hiring and job fairs are scheduled starting this month, so ... Read More
Writing Cover Letters and Resumes
Saturday September 8, 2012
Do you need to write a cover letter or create a resume? Well-written letters and resumes can make a big difference in the outcome of your job search.
Rather than starting ... Read More
Watch Out For Job Scams
Saturday September 8, 2012
When you're job searching, it can be hard to tell the difference between scams and legitimate job openings, especially when it comes to work at home jobs. Here are scam ... Read More
Recommendations: Letters and LinkedIn
Friday September 7, 2012
Do you need a letter of recommendation or are you adding to your LinkedIn recommendations? Don't just ask everyone you can think of to give you a reference.
It's important to be ... Read More
Network Your Way to a New Job
Friday September 7, 2012
Even if you're not looking for a job right now, career networking should be a part of your daily, or at least weekly, routine. You never know when you might ... Read More
What to Look For in a College Career Office
Friday September 7, 2012
As high school seniors start thinking about getting started on their applications for college, one of the important factors to consider is how the choice of a school will impact future employment opportunities.
The career ... Read More
How to Handle Being Overqualified
Thursday September 6, 2012
When a job market is challenging, like it is today, it can be hard to find job listings that are a good match for your skills. In fact, they may be few ... Read More
Types of Job Interviews
Thursday September 6, 2012
There are a variety of types of interviews that employers may conduct when hiring, including behavioral interviews, group interviews, phone and video interviews, second interviews, and even interviews held during ... Read More
Top 10 Health Care Jobs 2012
Thursday September 6, 2012
A new report from CareerCast.com ranks Dental Hygienist, Audiologist and Occupational Therapist as the top three health care jobs for 2012.
The other highly rated health care jobs include Physical Therapist, ... Read More
Fall Hiring for Seasonal Jobs
Wednesday September 5, 2012
Most retailers hire extra help for the holidays and a seasonal job can be a great way to earn extra money, get a store discount, and to supplement your income ... Read More
Get Job Search Help at the Library
Wednesday September 5, 2012
In addition to providing job search and career related books, public libraries offer many other resources for job seekers. Libraries are a good resource for unemployed workers and job changers, especially ... Read More
A New Job in Three Weeks
Wednesday September 5, 2012
I spent some time recently helping a family member with her job search. I actually didn't do much to help other than tweak her resume a little and suggest that ... Read More
Fast Track Your Job Search
Tuesday September 4, 2012
If you have slowed down your job search during the summer and want to get back on the fast track, now's the time to up your hunt for a new ... Read More
Jobs for Retirees
Tuesday September 4, 2012
Retirement from a lifelong career doesn't necessarily mean an end to work. Many retirees return to the workforce to pursue a passion, earn extra money, gain healthcare benefits, serve their community ... Read More
Getting Job Search Results
Monday September 3, 2012
Job searching certainly isn't easy. The days where you could apply for a job, get called for an interview, and get a job offer in short order, are mostly gone. ... Read More
Don't Iron While the Strike is Hot!
Monday September 3, 2012
Irish immigrant Kate Mullaney was the original Norma Rae, both a great woman and a true role model for women in organized labor.
She formed the first women's union in the ... Read More
Thank You Letters for References
Sunday September 2, 2012
Thank you letters are always appreciated by the people who give you references, write you letters of recommendation, or provide a recommendation on LinkedIn for you.
When you take the time ... Read More
Where to Find Job Search Help
Sunday September 2, 2012
Do you need help with your job search? Here's how to identify free, or inexpensive, personal job search assistance in your geographic area, how a career counselor can assist, how ... Read More
Resume Writing Tips
Saturday September 1, 2012
Your resume needs to not only measure up to the competition - it needs to beat them and make an interview winning impression on everyone who reads it.
Not only that, it also needs to ... Read More