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SAHM Job Searching-how to Explain My 3Yr Gap in Work Experience?
Asked by T.U. from Minneapolis
on January 3, 2011
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Hi everyone! I have been a working professional for 10+ yrs since college. I've never had a problem finding work in the past. My combined skills, education, work ex...
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- I wouldn't put anything about the "gap" on your resume but definitely mention something briefly in your cover letter. "....anxious to re-enter the work force after ch...
- I went back to work 4 years ago part time and everyone knew me from before so there was nothing to discuss. I did not put my stay at home job in my resume but would a...
- Go for the experience resume instead of the chronological resume. Volunteer work would be great, plus it would provide you with current professional references. ...
Job with Flexible Hours
Asked by L.L. from Los Angeles
on July 26, 2011
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I am mother of 2 kids (3 yrs old and 4 months) and a full time employee. I work long hours for a big company as a manger and have tons of responisbilities. I am happy ...
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- Hi L., I hear you. When I was teaching, I LOVED it! The pay was decent and I got to do what I loved, however, I spent more time with other people's kids than my own. I...
- i just applied at www.liveops.com. you are your own boss and you make your own hours. can take a couple months according to my SIL to call back, but she has been worki...
- What about Freelancing? Look it up online. There are many online freelancing sites.
Finding a Job While Pregnant
Asked by L.S. from Omaha
on May 27, 2011
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Hello, Moms! I just wanted to get a little advice or to see if anyone out there ever applied for a new job and/or was hired at a new job while already pregnant. I am i...
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- No harm at all in looking. Even if you don't get an offer, there's much to learn about companies while doing a job search.
- I think you should wait. They aren't supposed to discriminate but they do. I didn't get a job that I was very qualified for when I was pregnant and I found out it was ...
- A close friend and I are about a month apart in our pregnancies. We both left our company and she decided to look for work right as she entered her 2nd trimester. Sh...
Looking for a Saturday and Sunday Job
Asked by R. from Dallas
on April 28, 2006
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Hi Moms,
I am currently looking for a job to work on Saturdays and Sundays. Apartment leasing, etc. I could really use the extra income. If you have any referral...
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- Hi R., It is very exciting to hear that you are looking for a home based business opportunity! The Direct Sales industry is really starting to make an impact worldw...
- I am hiring for our new babystyle in Northpark. ###-###-#### A.
- Hello R.! I want to recommend a job that allows you to be your own boss, set your own schedule, work from home, and earn that extra income that you are looking for. ...
Teen Summer Job
Asked by J.H. from Las Vegas
on March 21, 2007
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hello,
Does anybody can give me any advice or ideas about a summer job for my daughter she is 16 years old turning 17 in September.
I just want her to learn about ...
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- She can try Target. They have a lot of young teens working as cashiers. She can go into any Target and complete the job application at the hiring kiosk. Once she co...
- You might also have her ask her councelors at school if they have any recomendations. What about something like being a camp councelor? More fun than retail and she ...
- Hi Josie, When my daughter was 16, I made her get a job. She hated the thought, but later loved having her own money and got a great deal of confidence out of it. H...
Filling Out Job Applications
Asked by B. from Augusta
on August 17, 2011
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I have found that I am in need of a job and I am filling out applications.
I have been a SAHM and military wife for the past 10 yrs. What do I put in previous emplo...
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- Really? You have been working harder than most women in the past ten years! Don't be down on yourself!! Being a SAHM is harder than being a working mom. Being a milita...
- You did have a job in the past 10 yrs honey: SAHM & military wife. You raise your kids and make the house run like a machine! :) I would put the temp agency jobs bu...
- For your work history, just put in that you have been a stay at home mom for 10 yrs and list the ARMY as your last employer. Who says you have not had a job for 10 yr...
Job Hunting and Expecting!
Asked by A.R. from Little Rock
on October 19, 2007
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Today I was laid off from a job that fit perfectly into my life. I am the mother to 3 great kids and am expecting #4 in May. I did plan on working up to my due date an...
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- I was pregnant and got a job, because I was upfront with the company I signed up for. Now, if you need a job, and you are willing to work outside of the optical world...
- While it may not pay much, I know that the Wal-Mart Supercenters & Sam's Clubs in my area have optical places in them, maybe you can try looking for a job with them, a...
- I know this is kind of late...but I have just stumbled upon this group. Did you find some extra income? I am an Independent Consultant with Arbonne, and it's a totall...
Teacher Job Fair Advice
Asked by R.S. from Dallas
on April 15, 2009
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Okay, so I am going to my first job fair (for teachers) this Saturday and would love to hear any sage advice from you educators out there who have been through it before!
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- I don't know how the job fairs work. I've been a substitute teacher by choice since 2000. I have seen a LOT of subs end up with jobs at the school where we teach the...
- I don't know if your are ESL certified, but I recommend it. Also get on district websites and see if they are having their own job fairs. You will get one on one int...
- I'm in the same boat as you, 33 and returning after a 2 year absence. I went to one last week and it was a mess, totally crowded, loud, chaotic. I hope the one you a...
Portfolio Fo Job Interview?
Asked by T.L. from St. Louis
on April 11, 2011
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I have a job interview coming up soon and I want to take copies of my resume in a portfolio. My problem is my portfolio had the logo of my current job on it. Should ...
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- I agree with all of Scarlett's advice below and have bookmarked the websites she suggested. I view it that I am also interviewing the company to see if I like the j...
- - Get a new portfolio without a logo - Wear the suit - when in doubt, over dress. You can NEVER go wrong wearing a suit - you can be underdressed, however. A suit...
- Good advice from others. I just have one suggestion... follow up with the thank you cards, but send a thank you email right away. Also, Scarlett mentioned researching ...
Attire for a Job Interview
Asked by P.:. from Phoenix
on August 1, 2012
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I have a job interview tomorrow and have a question about what to wear. I live in Arizona, it's 100+ degrees out, is it advisable to wear nylons to a job interview? ...
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- No one I know in any field wears hose anymore. Not even to church or dinner party's in winter time. They are just so out of style nowadays. Toss them all in the trash ...
- Based on the type of company you're interviewing with, I'd say wear the nylons, and a nice classic pump. No open toes for any interview. It's my opinion that you sho...
- I'm an accountant and I would NEVER wear open toe shoes to an interview especially if this is your first interview to get past HR. They may have a more conservative ap...
