There are more of us looking for work now than there ever has been but the sad fact of the matter is that there are fewer jobs to go around. As such, interview opportunities will be nowhere near as plentiful as they were 10 or even 5 years ago so instead of simply writing off…
Technology and certain professional trends are changing the face of the facilities management industry. With each one of these changes, comes a burgeoning demand for individuals who are experienced and qualified in the facilities management arena – in almost every capacity. What is facilities management? Facilities management basically has to do with the upkeep and…
More than 74 thousand new jobs were filled in December 2013, reports the Bureau of Labor Statistics. For each one of those people, their first day on the job has to be a good one. First impressions are hard to reverse so you need to prepare yourself to impress your boss and co-workers. These suggestions…
A faltering economy can have severe repercussions, one of which is college graduates who can’t find jobs. With mounting student loan debt, they find that the job market in their chosen field isn’t hiring. When graduates can’t find work in more traditional fields, it may be time to look at other job options. Here are…
You may think your job is dangerous – maybe you have to be on your feet for long hours, maybe you have to work long hours, or maybe you work with some dangerous tools. However, there are some jobs out there where there is a very real possibility that you won’t come home at the…
Looking for a job today can often be a daunting prospect, particularly if you are not familiar with the ins and outs of online job hunting. The following tips will help you organize and execute your job search in the digital age. 1. Perfect Your Resume The first step in any job search is to…
If you’re someone who likes to cook (or bake), enjoys working with people and would like to find a way to merge those two things together on a daily basis, have you ever thought about going into catering? It’s a lucrative business, it’s in high (as well as constant) demand and it’s also something that…
Finding a job without a degree is not always easy. In this economy, you may end up fighting for jobs with underemployed college graduates. Fortunately, there are many jobs that only require a high school diploma. Here are five jobs that any high school graduate can apply for. Chef A chef is someone who prepares…
Do you like to talk to people on a daily basis? If working with other people is your idea of the perfect day, then there are some jobs that would be ideal for you. Some of them involve one on one interaction with others, and there are some where you work in a large group….
The professional world today is more competitive than it is ever been before. Getting ahead and earning promotions has become very challenging for many people. While the professional world is very competitive, here are six tips that the average person could follow which would help to improve your skills and advance your career. Certification In…
The office grind certainly takes its toll, and those without windows and multiple cubicle walls have to take solace in the little victories to survive the day. Okay, well maybe that was a little bit melodramatic, but having the right level of comfort and maybe an acceptable distraction or two on your desk can go…
Engineers have some of the most interesting and challenging careers in the world today. Whether it’s building new highways as a civil engineer, designing new products as a mechanical engineer or figuring out the best ways to use natural resources for energy as a chemical engineer, the field is full of opportunities for those willing…