By anthony balderrama on Aug 3, 2009 in Career Advice, Employment, Featured, Interviews, Job Search, News, Unemployment | 0 Comments
First Monday of August, and job seeker news is busting out everywhere! Relatively speaking, at least. And today there are some really interesting bits of news coming out of Washington and conversations happening on blogs and in newspapers. I think any of these good reads could spark some worthwhile chats with friends or family–or even [...]
By anthony balderrama on Jul 30, 2009 in Current Affairs, Job Search, Jobs, News, Unemployment | 0 Comments
The news today was a bit kookier than normal. Definitely some important issues in this batch of today’s big items, but some were a little strange. Let’s get to it.
This is definitely a regional issue, but I suspect it’s something we’ll be seeing in various states. So students, pay attention to deadlines.
130,000 Illinois college students [...]
By anthony balderrama on Jul 29, 2009 in Employment, Job Search, News, Retirement | 0 Comments
Here we are again, recapping all the big news of the day. Time sure flies when the economy is unpredictable.
Here is your midweek newsbreak:
Well, sure, much of the country’s unemployed and few people have jobs that allow them go away for a month. It’s probably a good idea that Congress did this.
House approves infusions for [...]
By anthony balderrama on Jul 28, 2009 in Current Affairs, Fun stuff, Interviews, Job Search, News, Unemployment | 0 Comments
On this very special Tuesday, we bring you some good reading material. (OK, so it’s not a very special Tuesday, but if I say it is, maybe it’ll feel more special.)
Here’s what you should catch up on:
This is a good FYI that could help your job hunt…or it’s just good to know.
Comparisons of full- and [...]
By anthony balderrama on Jul 27, 2009 in Employment Trends, Job Search, Job Surveys, Jobs, News | 0 Comments
Another Monday, another week, another day of exciting job seeker news!
Here are today’s worthwhile stories:
Ever an optimist, good ole Ben Bernanke. He is the rainbow in our economic thunderstorm.
Bernanke: Economy to bounce back stronger
Are you willing to move for a job? If it’s true today, was it true before the recession started?
More job seekers willing [...]
By anthony balderrama on Jul 24, 2009 in Current Affairs, Employment Trends, Featured, Job Search, Jobs, News, Unemployment | 0 Comments
Today is Friday. I checked three calendars to be sure this time.
Before you begin your weekend relaxation, read these stories. You’ll not only be current on what’s in the news, you’ll also wow your friends with your vast knowledge.
Can we all say, “Ugh” collectively?
Jobless Checks for Millions Delayed as States Struggle
Here are some books to [...]
By anthony balderrama on Jul 23, 2009 in Employment Trends, Jobs, News, Salary | 0 Comments
I admit, I was about to title this “Friday’s good reads roundup.” So, just in case you had the same mind slip, don’t forget tomorrow is Friday.
Now that that’s settled, here are some of the big stories making news today:
Money, money, money. Mooooooney.
Pay raises will be bigger – next year
Part of me wants to say, [...]
By anthony balderrama on Jul 22, 2009 in Career Advice, Dress Code, Job Search, News | 0 Comments
An eclipse, a health-care plan, Michael Jackson’s doctor…these are the big stories of the day. That’s quite a mix, isn’t it?
Here are other stories pertaining to job seekers and the workplace that you might find interesting because, well, we did:
An interesting debate on minimum wage.
Minimum Wage Hike Could Lead To Job Losses
I know, you probably [...]
By anthony balderrama on Jul 21, 2009 in Employment Trends, Jobs, News | 0 Comments
Heeeey, Tuesday. Long time no see.
So much to read and so little time. Here’s what we have for you today, in case you missed it:
The pressure to look young and ageless isn’t just for starlets. Apparently, it’s for some job seekers.
Face Lift for Job Lift (vide0)
We mention green jobs a lot on the blog because [...]
By anthony balderrama on Jul 15, 2009 in Job Surveys, Jobs, News, Unemployment, Work | 0 Comments
We’re ad the midpoint of the workweek and the month. Time flies, yes?
Take some time to relax and curl up with your computer, laptop, iPhone, Kindle, whatever, and read these good reads:
So the Fed says the economy isn’t imploding at such a terrifying pace anymore…but unemployment will get worse. Let’s start the slow clap for [...]
