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Monthly Archives: February 2012
Companies hiring this week
- February 28th, 2012
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Tomorrow is a good day. It’s leap day, which means you’ve (theoretically) got an extra 24 hours to do whatever the heck you want.
So what are you going to do with your extra day? Continue reading
Have you experienced violence in the workplace?
- February 27th, 2012
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The idea of workplace violence is frightening, but it’s one of those situations about which someone might think, “It won’t ever happen to me.” Yet a new survey reveals some startling statistics about the prevalence of violence, or intent of violence, in the workplace. Continue reading
7 behind-the-scenes jobs at the Academy Awards
- February 24th, 2012
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To make sure the annual Academy Awards show goes off without a hitch, thousands of volunteers, employees and vendors work tirelessly to ensure that the audience and at-home viewers have an unforgettable experience.
Here’s a list highlighting just seven of the many behind-the-scenes jobs at the Oscars:
Hello, stranger: How to use cold introductions to advance your job search
- February 23rd, 2012
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If you’ve ever gotten an unsolicited phone call from a telemarketer, you know what it’s like to think your time is being wasted by someone who wants something from you. It’s annoying to have people think you have nothing better to do than listen to them talk about why you need a new furnace or why you should support a political candidate. Continue reading
10 unusual interview mistakes, and 6 that are all too common
- February 22nd, 2012
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Most of us can recall an embarrassing moment in our lives that was caused by nerves. Whether it was drawing a blank at a crucial time, spilling a drink on a first date or stuttering through a presentation at work, at one point or another, anxiety has gotten the best of all of us. Continue reading
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