Tools & Tips

Sandy – Rhode Island: UI waiting-period waivers available for Huricane-related layoffs

Governor Lincoln D. Chafee has issued a statement announcing that Rhode Island workers unemployed due to the effects of the Hurricane Sandy may be able to waive their 1 week waiting period for benefits. For a Limited Time receive a FREE HR Report “Top 10 Best Practices in HR Management.” This comprehensive special report will … Continue reading →

US – Unemployment Claims : Still An Uncertain Job Market Outlook with a a decrease of 9,000

SEASONALLY ADJUSTED DATA In the week ending October 27, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 363,000, a decrease of 9,000 from the previous week’s revised figure of 372,000. The 4-week moving average was 367,250, a decrease of 1,500 from the previous week’s revised average of 368,750. The advance seasonally adjusted insured unemployment … Continue reading →

Tips – Job Interview From A College Professor

Here are five tips to improve your interviewing skills from one of these professors: 1. Know the company.  Know everything about the industry in which it competes.  Know its history, know how it operates presently, and if it’s publicly traded, know the stock price on the morning of the interview. 2. Know what the position … Continue reading →

Tips : Good interview will make your work shine

Pre-grad school gap year – Best Things To Do

Gap years are sometimes viewed as an excuse to be a couch potato for a year, but there are valuable learning opportunities. Some students work full-time in retail or restaurant businesses prior to graduate school. However, a year with few restraints, school responsibilities and loose city ties opens the door for endless adventures that will … Continue reading →

US – Unemployment Claims : An Uncertain Job Market Outlook

After last week announcement of an increase of 34,000, DOL says that Unemployment Inssurrance Claims dropped by 23,000. The real job market coudn’t be that volatile. But it shows how incertain is the job market outlook. -*-   SEASONALLY ADJUSTED DATA In the week ending October 20, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 369,000, a … Continue reading →

Nursing Grads – More schooling may help to land jobs

The health care industry has been an employment bright spot in Sacramento and across the country as demand grows to care for a graying population. But newly minted nursing graduates are having trouble squaring that good news with their difficulties in finding work, said Anne McNamara. McNamara, dean of Grand Canyon University’s College of Nursing … Continue reading →

Tattoos and Jobs

‘I received an email from someone who wondered whether his long hair, facial hair, and tattoos were hurting his chances of getting a job” writes Alison Doyle. (Choosen excerpts by JMM to follow) There are employers, especially in the hospitality and retail industries, that are very concerned about the appearance of their employees. Many employers have … Continue reading →

What to Say – Job Interview Questions and Answers

Sure, you know the obvious things to avoid—like showing up late or dressing too casually—but the following nine lines can just as easily derail your chances of scoring the gig. Read on to learn which talking points to steer clear of during your next job interview. “I’m leaving my current job because my boss is … Continue reading →

Psychology – 10 Techniques to Help Your During Interviews

Hiring decisions are made on more than just skills and experience. It’s also about gut feelings and instinctual reactions. All sorts of subtle psychological factors come into play; so here are ten techniques which can help you give the interviewer the feeling that you are the one. 1. Schmooze but don’t self-promote Schmoozing is good. … Continue reading →

Job Search – Target, Target, Target!

In this labor market, hiring managers are looking for people who are the right fit for the job. The responsibility to prove you are uniquely qualified rests on you. Since you can’t possibly be perfect for all those jobs you are blasting your resume to, your time is wasted. Here’s what to do instead: Identify … Continue reading →

30+ Simple Resume Designs

A collection of some 30+ Simple Resume Design Ideas that might actually work when you apply for a job. http://www.ispsd.com/12/resume-design-ideas/

Job Fairs – 10 Tips if you are really going there

For those who don’t know, here are ten valuable tips to help job seekers find success at job fairs. 1. Dress Professionally The general rule of thumb is to dress to fit the job for which you are applying… 2. Communicate What You Want and What You Have to Offer Prior to attending a job … Continue reading →

Resume – Not leading to job interview?

To understand why your resume isn’t getting any callbacks, despite all your best efforts, you first have to ask yourself a few questions… First, are you applying for jobs that you’re qualified for? If yes, are you customizing your resume each time you apply for jobs you’re qualified for? If you are tailoring your resume to … Continue reading →

Resignation letter – What to Say When You Quit a Job

Your resignation letter and in-person conversations should contain as many of the following elements as possible. Thank You for the Opportunity. An expression of gratitude for the opportunity to grow in your current job or learn new skills. This might include a brief reference to specific skills or knowledge. Expressing thanks for the opportunity to … Continue reading →