Double digit unemployment (and rising) - what’s the plan? President Obama is announcing his plan to add jobs and tackle the deficit. What do you think? Read More
Whether you’re currently searching for a job or not, becoming a member of professional organizations is a great way to increase your network, provide volunteer services, as well as open up opportunities for new job opportunities. Interested in becoming involved in your community? Check out the APA, whose mission is to “…provide leadership in the development » Read More
Are you beginning to get up everyday and wonder what step to take next in your job search efforts? Is it becoming overwhelming trying to remember what you have done and what you still need to do? If you’re hitting a wall the best thing to do is to get a plan in order and a » Read More
More openings I’ve come across - pass them on if you know someone who is searching, there may be a fit. – Network Administrator – Pembroke Pines, FL Area – Local Candidates only please My client is looking for a Network Admin who is certified MCSE in 2003 at the lasts with ten years of server administration » Read More
Recent openings I’ve come across - scroll down and pass along if you know someone else who is looking: Systems Analyst Operations Position Available in Miami, Florida This position is responsible for working in a cross-functional environment and partnering with internal users to provide day to day support, define business and technical requirements, develop recommendations, and implement, » Read More
Guest Post by CareerAlley — Several days ago I published a post regarding “the road less traveled” and suggested that one strategy is to look for job opportunities where there is less competition (and I still think this is a good idea). This post is the first in a series of posts reviewing Fortune’s list » Read More
Guest Post by Kevin Donlin – The current job market could most charitably be described as rotten. Employers and job seekers alike are scared. They’re uncertain of the future and worried about what to do next. You, too? If so, here’s an idea: Why not try something different in your job search? Specifically, why not try the following two counter-intuitive » Read More
Guest Post by: Dr. Debi Yohn – This is a tough job market but there are jobs. With all the downsizing and layoffs, employers still have specific needs. This article is written for people of all ages who have specific job skills. These may be internet skills, technical skills, writing skills, proofreading, translation, being a virtual » Read More
Guest Post: CareerAlley – There are hundreds of job search boards on the Internet. The vast majority of those are not very helpful at best and a waste of time at worst. You could easily spend all of your time searching for job search boards and posting your resume. This would not be time well spent. » Read More
Openings that have come across my desk over the past week - perhaps one may be a fit for you…or, pass along to a friend who may have a need. ——— Director of Corporate/Inside Sales Needed ASAP (San Fran/Bay area)!!! Can anyone point me towards a talented “director level” person that may be in search mode? My client » Read More
Here’s what’s come across my desk this week. Lend a hand and pass on to anyone you know who may be a fit. —————– Director of Retail Merchandising & Purchasing Entrepreneurial Position > Growing Company > Focused Brand Great Opportunity! • Imagine leading a $100 million dollar division as Director of Retail Merchandising & Purchasing • An autonomous & » Read More
It’s Friday and here are a few openings that have come across my desk this week - scroll through and see if there’s a fit for you, if not pass the post on in the event there is something here that might help someone else. Sr. Tax Manager, Systems I am currently conducting a search for a » Read More
Guest post by Kevin Donlin – The most brilliant job-search plan in the world won’t get you hired by itself. You have to take action. But before you can act, you must decide to act. And that’s where things get tricky. Because your mind can work for you or against you. If you can harness your thoughts and let » Read More
Each Friday I will post openings here that I gather during the week from perusing the web, or that have been passed by me via a group or contact. Hope one might fit your needs, if not pass the post along to help others who may be a match. Thanks! ——- Senior Infrastructure Project Manager - London » Read More
The reports are out and Market Watch has just predicted that February ‘09 will show the worst job loss in 60 years. How do you fight that? Where does that leave you? What a hopeless headline that is! I’m not really a huge football fan, but I do have to say that so many » Read More
Just announced in the NY Times that G.M. will be cutting 10,000 salaried positions plus cut the salaries of others up to 10%. Layoffs are everywhere and more keep haunting us everyday. What can a person do who is in the midst of this terrible ’storm’? How can one prepare to face these difficult job search » Read More
Needless to say, there are several million people out there right now that need ‘career transition’ help. The latest figures are startling…nearly 600,000 people lost their jobs in January ‘09 alone - unemployment is up to 7.6% in the US and climbing. As Obama said - this will soon be a “catastrophe”. How can you help? » Read More
Finishing school and heading out into the real world can be tough business these days - especially with the current economic climate. Fortunately there’s loads of help out there for you. Here are some links to great people who have a lot of experience and great information to offer you so you can hit the » Read More
Who wouldn’t want this one: “a six-month contract on a tropical Grand Barrier Reef Island where the person’s only responsibility is exploring the majestic land and then bragging about it.” Check it out here: http://tinyurl.com/8qlt2z Read More
Just finished reading 2009 hiring predictions on Cheezhead - here’s a brief: “The industries set to see the most number of new jobs are professional and business services and information technology, as 28 percent of IT employers and 23 percent of professional and business services employers plan to add full-time jobs. The transportation and utilities industry » Read More
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