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What to Bring to an Interview

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:00:50 +0000

What should you bring to a job interview? It's important to go on a job interview prepared with everything you need organized and ready to go including directions, contacts, extra ...

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Job Interview Thank You Notes

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:00:12 +0000

It's important to send a job interview thank you note after a first interview and after a second interview, as well. If you interview with a group, you should thank everyone you interviewed with if you want to make a really good impression. Did you interview with employees who would be working for you? It's a good idea to say thank you to them, as well.

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Big Data Jobs Outlook 2013

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:59:48 +0000

Even though the job market is still difficult for some industries, tech is booming. Gartner estimates that nearly 4.4 million IT jobs globally, including 2 million technology jobs in the U.S., will be created to support big data by 2015.

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MyEdu - Connecting College Candidates With Companies

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:20:14 +0000

MyEdu is an exciting new recruiting platform which connects college students and recent graduates with employers. Candidates complete a multimedia profile which includes evidence of their key assets. Student accomplishments, skills, work experience and academic successes are easily captured within this profile page. Students can search for posted jobs and internships which match their personal criteria.

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No Application Required

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:07 +0000

One of the benefits of applying for jobs with small companies is that you might not even need to fill out a job application. That can help you get over the hurdle of a gap in your resume, especially if you have been unemployed for a while.

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Oklahoma Unemployment Benefits & Disaster Assistance

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:27:01 +0000

Workers who have lost their jobs, even temporarily, because of the Oklahoma tornado may be eligible for unemployment benefits and/or disaster assistance. For current claimants, some payments may be delayed because of power outages and state office closures.

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Pay for Employees if Office is Closed Due to a Storm

Tue, 21 May 2013 06:00:23 +0000

When disaster strikes and you can't get to work because of a storm or storm damage, whether you'll get paid if your office is closed is a concern for many workers. Are you entitled to get paid if your company closes because of the storm or if you can't make it into to work because of weather issues? There are several factors involved, including whether you are an exempt or non-exempt employee, federal and state law, and company policy.

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Acing a Telephone Interview

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:00:05 +0000

Don't think that you're getting off easy if you're asked to schedule a telephone interview. Phone interview etiquette is just as important as in-person job interview etiquette when it comes ...

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Tips for Using Keywords in Your Cover Letters

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:00:25 +0000

How's your cover letter going to get noticed by hiring managers? You will need it, and your resume, to get noticed by both the recruiting management software many companies use to screen candidates for job openings and by the hiring manager who reads it, if makes it that far.

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What Type of Job Would You Take?

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:00:38 +0000

Despite the shift in hiring from full-time to part-time or temporary employment on the part of employers, most employees would prefer to work full-time. There's a lot to be said for the flexibility of being able to set your own schedule, but the security of a full-time position with salary and benefits is overwhelming the ideal work arrangement for most workers.

A survey from Lee Hecht Harrison, the career transition and talent development consulting firm, reports that workers prefer:

Full-time employee - 74%
Self-employed - 10%
Part-time employee - 9%
Contract employee - 7%

Greg Simpson, Senior Vice President, Career Transition Practice Leader for Lee Hecht Harrison stated, "While the majority of workers prefer full-time employment, we recommend that job seekers assess all available career options. A part-time or contract position can bridge a gap on an individual's resume, it keeps the job seeker connected to the job market and can be the catalyst to a full-time position. Career paths seldom follow a straight line so it's important to be open to all opportunities."

That's good advice. Employers who don't want to commit to bringing a full-time employee on board often hire temporary or contract employees. That type of position can be a way to get a foot in the door at a company you'd like to work for. In addition, to filling in a resume gap, it can also help fill in the wage gap if you're running out of unemployment benefits.

The same scenario works with summer jobs. Some employers keep on staff after the season ends and a summer job can turn into a year-round position. The more open you are to what type of position you'll take, the more options you'll have. So, don't automatically exclude jobs that aren't full-time permanent positions from your list of where to apply. You just never know what might happen once you've been hired.

How about you? Would you hold out for a full-time position or would take a chance on a temporary or part-time job turning into something more permanent?

Related Articles: How to Search for a Temporary Job | Summer Jobs 2013

Tips for Using Resume Keywords

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:00:41 +0000

Many companies use recruiting management software to screen candidates for job openings. Instead of a person reviewing your resume, the software screens resumes based on the terms included the resume. Resume keywords are the words that those hiring managers search for when going through their database of resumes. In order to get found, your resume needs to contain keywords that directly target the jobs you are interested in.

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RallyPoint - Professional Networking for the Military

Sun, 19 May 2013 09:41:12 +0000

RallyPoint is a professional networking site for active military and veterans. It's free to join, and RallyPoint members can develop a strong professional military network, increasing their chances of landing a post-service job. In a phrase, RallyPoint is LinkedIn for the military. Member can tap their military network in a secure, private setting and RallyPoint is the only employer-to-service member skill matching network in the U.S.

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Memorial Day Holiday Pay

Sun, 19 May 2013 06:00:20 +0000

Do you have to work on Memorial Day or will you get the day off from work? Depending on who you work for, Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, 2013 - may - or may not - be a day off from work. If you have to work, there's no guarantee that you will be paid extra for working on a holiday. That depends on your company and/or your bargaining agreement if you're covered by a contract.

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About.com Job Interview Videos

Sat, 18 May 2013 14:00:49 +0000

Looking for job interview tips? Whether you're a teen going on a first interview or an experienced candidate seeking a top level position, your appearance, your body language, what you say, and what you do, are all important to successful interviewing.

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Top 10 Steps To Find a New Job

Sat, 18 May 2013 08:00:43 +0000

The job market is still difficult, which means that job hunters need to put some extra effort into their job search. It's not enough to apply for a job and hope for the best. These ten steps you can take to find a new job including where to look for jobs, the best job sites, how to use your connections, how to ace the interview, and how to follow up.

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