The nature of the employment market has evolved considerably in the last decade, as technological and social developments have changed the way in which people look for work and the type of work available. This evolution has been exacerbated by the Great Recession, which has created a paucity of long-term and well paid job opportunities….
Space exploration is one of the most fascinating of human pursuits. Since we’ve been able to look up to the sky, we’ve wanted to know what was up there and one day go ourselves. Even the wide variety of microscopes you might find in chemistry doesn’t bring with the the same level of excitement and…
With the new year almost here, many people start planning for a job search and many employers begin planning for their staffing needs. Consequently, this is the time of year I like to do a brief refresher on how to work job fairs, as these can be an important component of any job search. In…
Congratulations! It is likely that you recently obtained your teaching certification and are in the process of finding your first teaching job. However, it is also possible that you have been out of the workforce for a period of time and are looking to obtain a new teaching position. Regardless of your reason, the following…
Finding a job in a tough economy certainly isn’t easy. With all of the competition from other job seekers and not enough job openings to go around, many people end up finding themselves unemployed for far too long, and their savings accounts begin to get smaller and smaller as they resort to digging into them…
According to Simply Hired, more than 60,000 seasonal jobs are available this holiday season. Seasonal work offers an ideal opportunity to learn more about a field or company you’ve been interested in, while earning extra wages. Remember thought that you’re not the only one with this plan in mind. Everyone from retirees to stay-at-home moms…
In the current job market, only those who meet the high standards of corporate hiring managers will make the cut. There are just too many applicants looking for positions. You need to make sure that you really dazzle in order to get a position. In order to make the best impression possible, follow these six…
The interview process can be one of the most frustrating and nerve-wracking things a person can go through. Not only is it extremely pressured, but not getting that call back can be a huge blow to self esteem, and can have a negative effect on all subsequent job interviews. Getting the interview is the hard…
Technology has made it easier for employers to fill open positions at their company. Online job applications are easier to keep up with and less likely to be misplaced. Career websites allows employers to advertise open vacancies to more people. Technology has also made it easier for employers to administer career tests and perform background…
The medical profession is one of the most rewarding of all career paths. Medical workers get the satisfaction of helping people and improving their lives. They also get the monetary satisfaction of working in one of the most in-demand career fields. For people who are currently studying in the medical field, here are five jobs…
If you have spent the last few weeks or months looking for a job with no joy it’s time to throw out the rule book. There are some surprising tips that will help you to land a job and they aren’t what you expect. While the job center may not approve of these tips they…
One of the most exciting experiences of an individual’s life is oftentimes interviewing for a job. Because jobs offer individuals the opportunity to make the type of personal and professional advancements that can entail financial stability and personal fulfillment, people who are scheduled for interviews should take time to prepare for them so that they…