30 July 2009

When Message Board Personas Bite Back

Who's Googling whom? Job seekers and students take note. The next time you're tempted to post an angry, over-the-top entry to a discussion board, take a deep breath and consider how it might sound to someone reviewing your resume or college application. There are some real concerns about the tone of what you post on discussions boards.
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23 July 2009

Don't Overlook Employment in Small-Business Sector

Small businesses are driving much new job growth and benefits can outpace Big Business.
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16 July 2009

Abusive Bosses Signal Need to Leave

There are few rewards and plenty of regrets in putting up with an abusive boss, long-term. Reframe the abusive cycle with an exit strategy.

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9 July 2009

Job Hop to the Top

Long gone are the days of remaining with the same employer for your entire 40-year work life. With the way the economy changes so rapidly, there's a good chance your current company won't be around in 40 years anyway. Along with the recognition of this trend, employers have come to value the diversity of perspectives and talent that come from outside their own organization. All of this means that it's becoming more common – and more necessary – to "job hop" your way to the executive office.
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2 July 2009

Unemployment Rate Highest in 26 Years

The Labor Report for June was released today revealing that employers cut about 62,000 jobs in the previous month.
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1 July 2009

Sign Up for the All Star Resume Newsletter

The July newsletter is filled with valuable news on career development and job-search strategies. Here's how to sign up.
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