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  • Career Building BooksUpdated: Wed May 14 20:43:15 2008
    These books will help you build and manage your career, regardless of whether you are just starting out, reentering the workforce, or are ready to retire and do something different with your career…
  • Building Relationships as You Leave Your JobUpdated: Tue May 13 20:04:09 2008
    Leaving your job can be a positive transition for everyone involved. You have the power to ensure that leaving your current employer strengthens your relationship and reputation rather than destroy…
  • Leaving Your Job - How to Handle a Resignation, Termination or Retir…Updated: Mon May 12 15:43:19 2008
    Leaving your job including how to handle a termination or lay-off, how to resign, retirement, how to say goodbye to co-workers, along with sample letters and job loss advice…
  • Guest Author Elizabeth R. Rose (Mitchell)Updated: Sun May 11 20:33:38 2008
    Elizabeth R. Rose (Mitchell)has a bachelor's degree in social work from Kansas State University and a master's degree in social work from San Jose State University's bicultural/bilingual MSW progra…
  • How to Say Good-ByeUpdated: Sun May 11 19:23:05 2008
    You have found a new job and you're ready to give two-weeks notice to your current employer. What's the best way to say good-bye? The first step is to let your boss know that you're resigning. Next…
  • Interview Questions: Job Interview Questions and AnswersUpdated: Sat May 10 12:31:59 2008
    Job Interview Questions and Answers: Interview questions employers might ask during a job interview and sample answers. Includes sample interview questions and answers on a variety of topics…
  • Job Interview Answer: Describe a Time When Your Workload was HeavyUpdated: Sat May 10 12:30:03 2008
    Top job interview answers to the question "Describe a time when your workload was heavy and how you handled it."…
  • Job Interview Answer: Give Some Examples of TeamworkUpdated: Sat May 10 12:24:20 2008
    Top job interview answers to the question "Give some examples of teamwork."…
  • Tough Interview Questions: Difficult Job Interview Questions and Ans…Updated: Tue May 6 15:44:51 2008
    Tough Interview Questions: Some of the more difficult questions you might be asked during a job interview…
  • Job Interview Answers: Questions About Your Career GoalsCreated: Tue May 6 15:38:55 2008
    Top job interview answers to questions about your career goals…
  • Job Interview Answers: Questions About Your AbilitiesCreated: Tue May 6 15:34:11 2008
    Top job interview answers to questions about your abilities…
  • LinkedIn Job Search Success StoriesUpdated: Mon May 5 13:11:03 2008
    LinkedIn job search success stories. …
  • Job Search KeywordsUpdated: Sun May 4 14:42:09 2008
    Using keywords to job search helps job seekers narrow search results to get targeted job listings that match their criteria…
  • Wal-Mart Employment: Walmart JobsUpdated: Fri May 2 18:17:23 2008
    Wal-Mart employment including job openings, Walmart employment application information, company locations, and how to apply online…
  • Interview AttireUpdated: Fri May 2 18:14:59 2008
    How to dress for an interview including advice on what, and what not, to wear on a job interview, appropriate interview attire, how to impress a prospective employer, business vs. business casual a…
  • Retail JobsUpdated: Fri May 2 18:11:52 2008
    Retail job listings and information on companies that hire retail workers, including how to apply, employment applications, job openings, and company benefits…
  • Interview Attire - Non-Professional JobsUpdated: Fri May 2 16:49:50 2008
    When you're interviewing for a non-professional level position (in a store or restaurant, for example) business casual attire is usually appropriate. It is always important to be neat, tidy, and w…
  • Interview Attire - Non-Professional JobsUpdated: Fri May 2 16:42:31 2008
    When you're interviewing for a non-professional level position (in a store or restaurant, for example) business casual attire is usually appropriate. It is always important to be neat, tidy, and w…
  • Interview Attire - Non-Professional JobsUpdated: Fri May 2 16:42:31 2008
    When you're interviewing for a non-professional level position (in a store or restaurant, for example) business casual attire is usually appropriate. It is always important to be neat, tidy, and w…
  • Interview Attire - Non-Professional JobsUpdated: Fri May 2 16:42:31 2008
    When you're interviewing for a non-professional level position (in a store or restaurant, for example) business casual attire is usually appropriate. It is always important to be neat, tidy, and w…
  • Interview Attire - Non-Professional JobsUpdated: Fri May 2 16:42:30 2008
    When you're interviewing for a non-professional level position (in a store or restaurant, for example) business casual attire is usually appropriate. It is always important to be neat, tidy, and w…
  • Interview Attire - Non-Professional JobsUpdated: Fri May 2 16:42:30 2008
    When you're interviewing for a non-professional level position (in a store or restaurant, for example) business casual attire is usually appropriate. It is always important to be neat, tidy, and w…
  • Interview Attire - Non-Professional JobsUpdated: Fri May 2 16:42:30 2008
    When you're interviewing for a non-professional level position (in a store or restaurant, for example) business casual attire is usually appropriate. It is always important to be neat, tidy, and w…
  • Resume Samples - Sample Resumes and TemplatesUpdated: Thu May 1 16:49:09 2008
    Resume samples that provide job seekers with examples of resume formats and layouts that will work for almost everyone, including new college graduates, students, moms returning to the work force, …
  • Cover Letter Samples - Review Cover Letter Samples for ResumesUpdated: Thu May 1 16:30:19 2008
    Cover letter samples are included in this cover letter writing guide. Review cover letter samples and examples for a variety of employment situations…
  • Thank You Letter SamplesUpdated: Thu May 1 16:20:56 2008
    Thank you letters samples and additional job search correspondence including samples…
  • Jobs in IraqUpdated: Thu May 1 16:09:41 2008
    Despite the danger, there is quite a bit of interest in jobs in Iraq. Billions of dollars have been allocated to construction and reconstruction projects throughout Iraq. Iraq job postings are avai…
  • Career Options for TeachersUpdated: Wed Apr 30 21:35:02 2008
    Career Options for Teachers…
  • Job Search Engine SitesUpdated: Wed Apr 30 15:16:17 2008
    Job search engine sites, including Indeed and Simply Hired, allow users to search the major job sites, company sites, associations and other online job sites by keyword and location…
  • Indeed.com - Job Search Engine Indeed.comUpdated: Mon Apr 28 23:17:08 2008
    Indeed.com is an excellent resource for finding job listings fast. Indeed.com has a job search engine which collects job listings from across the web. Advanced search options are available…
  • Interview with Indeed.com CEO Paul ForsterUpdated: Mon Apr 28 23:16:27 2008
    Interview with Indeed.com CEO Paul Forster…
  • Job Search Engine Tips From Indeed.comUpdated: Mon Apr 28 23:16:04 2008
    Tips and suggestions for how to get the best results when using a job search engine…
  • Resume Sample - High SchoolUpdated: Mon Apr 28 21:43:57 2008
    Resume sample for a high school student…
  • Teen Interview AttireUpdated: Sun Apr 27 14:28:30 2008
    Applying for a part-time, non-professional, job is a little different from applying for a full-time professional position. Dress should be, at the least, neat and tidy. Business casual is usually a…
  • Teen Interview AttireCreated: Sun Apr 27 14:27:27 2008
    Applying for a part-time, non-professional, job is a little different from applying for a full-time professional position. Dress should be, at the least, neat and tidy. Business casual is usually a…
  • Teen Interview AttireCreated: Sun Apr 27 14:24:20 2008
    Applying for a part-time, non-professional, job is a little different from applying for a full-time professional position. Dress should be, at the least, neat and tidy. Business casual is usually a…
  • Teen Interview AttireCreated: Sun Apr 27 13:53:08 2008
    Applying for a part-time, non-professional, job is a little different from applying for a full-time professional position. Dress should be, at the least, neat and tidy. Business casual is usually a…
  • Teen Interview AttireCreated: Sun Apr 27 13:53:08 2008
    Applying for a part-time, non-professional, job is a little different from applying for a full-time professional position. Dress should be, at the least, neat and tidy. Business casual is usually a…
  • Employment LawUpdated: Sat Apr 26 16:29:22 2008
    Information on what you need to know about employment law when you're job searching or lose your job - wages, background checks, required employment forms, unemployment and other related informatio…
  • Employment Tests - Pre-Employment Testing and SelectionUpdated: Sat Apr 26 15:38:27 2008
    Employers often use tests and other selection procedures to screen applicants for hire. The types of of tests and selection procedures utlized include cognitive tests, personality tests, medical ex…
  • Employment at WillUpdated: Sat Apr 26 15:03:10 2008
    Employment at will means that an employee can be terminated at any time without any reason. It also means that an employee can quit without reason. Employers are not required to provide notice whe…
  • When a Job Offer is RevokedUpdated: Sat Apr 26 13:07:36 2008
    What rights do those whose job offers have been revoked have, what recourse is there, and what happens to signing bonuses or advances once an offer has been rescinded. …
  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)Updated: Sat Apr 26 12:23:39 2008
    The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) provides for minimum standards for wages and overtime, and details how covered worktime must be compensated. The Fair Labor Standards Act also contains provision…
  • Email Cover LettersUpdated: Fri Apr 25 15:12:04 2008
    Suggestions and tips for writing an email cover letter, including what to include in your email cover letter and how to send it…
  • Job Interview Answers: Questions About Co-Workers and SupervisorsUpdated: Wed Apr 23 20:15:32 2008
    Top job interview answers to questions about co-workers and supervisors…
  • Interview QuestionsUpdated: Wed Apr 23 15:49:10 2008
    Interview Questions - interview questions you may be asked, including common job interview questions, tough interview questions, and sample answers for many interview questions…
  • Job Interview Answers: Questions About YouUpdated: Wed Apr 23 15:18:21 2008
    Top job interview answers to questions about you…
  • Job Interview Answer: If You Know Your Boss is Wrong How Would You H…Updated: Wed Apr 23 14:31:59 2008
    Top job interview answers to the question if you know your boss is 100% wrong about something, how would you handle it?…
  • LinkedIn and Your Job SearchUpdated: Tue Apr 22 13:55:24 2008
    How to use LinkedIn as part of your job search, including how to increase your visibility and connections, so employers and recruiters can find you. …
  • Job Interview Answer: Why Have You Been Doing Since Your Last Job?Updated: Sun Apr 20 12:02:39 2008
    Top job interview answers to the question "What have you been doing since your last job?"…
  • Participation in a Professional Association Pays OffUpdated: Sat Apr 19 14:46:45 2008
    A membership in a professional association can often be an excellent source of employment information and job leads. Here is how membership in one can assist you with job hunting and your long-ter…
  • Summer Vacation Career TipsUpdated: Sat Apr 19 11:53:36 2008
    Advice for using your summer vacation to assist with your career plans…
  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Updated: Thu Apr 17 17:27:34 2008
    FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act) eligibility requirements, covered employees, FMLA benefits provided and how the Family and Medical Leave Act works…
  • College Graduate Job Market OutlookUpdated: Thu Apr 17 17:05:15 2008
    College Graduate Job Market Outlook - Job market implications for college seniors and recent graduates…
  • Guest Author Kay StoutUpdated: Wed Apr 16 14:27:49 2008
    Guest author Kay Stout is an executive advisor with Oklahoma Professional Search where she provides career consulting/coaching to professionals in career transition…
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