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Job Searching
Asked by L.K. from Detroit
on June 30, 2008
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What a change in my life. My husband and I have always worked in the twenty some years in the job field we love. I'm an accountant and my husband is in the manufactur...
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- I am sorry to hear about your job situation. I suggest trtying to contact Jewish Vocational Services they JVS (Jewish Vocational Service) builds the skills needed t...
- L. K, I'm in the same position, except I'm a single Mom. I lost my job of 32 years & was/is desparate. First things first. Go to the Dept of Health & Human Services...
- have you thought about looking for another job? there are TONS of openings in this area! and most with full benefits. I work in the accounting field and I sent out ...
Searching for a Job
Asked by N.F. from Seattle
on July 26, 2011
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My husband is looking for a job and is considering using Monster.com or Headhunters.com. Is it worth it? We will be moving out of state (from WA to Texas) and already ...
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- Try indeed.com Also does you husband have a linked in account? Set one up and search for groups applicable to his field -linked in is the primary wau recruiters fi...
- My husband's work used Monster.com a lot. They found several employees that way.
- I think that his chain of command would know more info about soldier to civilian life classes, or adjustment help. They may even help him find something in Texas hospi...
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. ...
Need Some Idea on How To...............
Asked by Y.I. from Dallas
on September 13, 2009
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I am needing some ideas on how to make my job sound as important as it was. I was a home daycare provider for 16 years and I don't want employers thinking I just stay...
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- the library is a fantastic source of job hunting books. check them out!
- I've written resumes for years, and would be happy to help you out. My rates are very reasonable ($50 to fine-tune a current resume or $100 to create a resume). I ...
- I ran a child care out of my home and when I put it on my resume, I listed it as Child Care Owner/Provider.....and you did a lot of organzing to keep up with those dem...
How to Remain Supportive When You're Freaking Out?
Asked by R.D. from Richmond
on September 22, 2010
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My BF lost his job. He, as the manager, went to open the office last Monday, and the CEO's office was completely empty... he sold the company to a bigger corporation a...
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- I agree with Dawn. Yes, it's a shock to unexpectedly lose a job -- especially the way he lost his, but now it's time for a plan! He can easily split time between job...
- Why are you living with someone you are not married to? He is less of a man-and it's not because he lost his job-he didn't step up and marry you. You are right about o...
- Many people don't know it, but working at a simple auto parts store is still more than unemployment and you can apply online. AND usually there's some overtime involve...
My Brother's Job Search
Asked by E.D. from Boston
on June 23, 2011
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My brother was laid off (abt 6 weeks ago) and is looking for job searching tips (for something insurance related), as daily searches of websites like monster, indeed e...
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- I work as a career consultant for an outplacement company. If your brother doesn't have a profile on www.LinkedIn.com I recommend he build one. 80% of jobs are landed ...
- LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com) is a great professional networking site. It's free (there's a premiere version which costs but that's not necessary). His profile should re...
- What about cold calling local insurance offices? Not all places apply online. It wouldn't hurt to try.
How to Get "Out There" to Find Employment
Asked by P.G. from Dallas
on January 20, 2010
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Hi Moms. I feel a little stupid asking, but here goes - other than getting resumes up on career builder, etc., interviewing at placement firms, what else can I do to m...
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- Craigslist is used a lot for both employers and employees, it is great because there are so many people on it and the fees are very low for the employers.
- P., Depending on what type of position you are looking for, you may be able to go directly to a company's website to see the positions they are looking to fill. For ...
- Another great job site is Indeed (www.indeed.com). It has postings from lots of other job sites and even remembers your recent searches. You should also check out L...
Looking for Employment
Asked by R.V. from Denver
on January 4, 2008
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I would like to start off by saying Happy New Year Ladies!!
I am looking for part time work. It is time for me to return to work, I would like to get ahead financia...
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- Happy New Year R.! I work from home and would be happy to share with you what I do. visit my website: www.AHomeCareer.com I am in referral Marketing for a Heal...
- I am in a similar situation! One area I have been trying is www.craigslist.com If you go to this site you can locate your city, so you would select "denver" on the ri...
- Hi R., Here is a popular website that has got some openings for positions. I work at the UCDHSC for a research department for diabetes prevention and healthy heart ...
Jobsearch and Sanity
Asked by P.G. from Dallas
on September 16, 2011
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Hi Moms,
I need your brainstorming powers to help me keep on keepin' on in my jobsearch. Can you help with tips on connecting and finding a job? Or with keeping foc...
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- Hi, I just went through the job search thing. I ended up applying at several temporary agencies (actually the first one found me on CareerBuilder.com). I'm working m...
- I have signed up with 3 staffing agencies. It's how I found my last 2 jobs and I hope they will help me find my next one.
- What worked for me was to print a stack of resumes and get all dressed up as though I were going to an interview. I have an insurance license. So, I went to the clo...
Seeking Resume Help!!!!
Asked by B.W. from Minneapolis
on August 26, 2010
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I am in need of help with my resume. I have been struggling with it for months and I can’t really begin searching for a job without one. I’m in my early 30’s a...
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- How you felt about your last Company will not reflect on your resume. All you need to do is bullet point what your responsibilities were and your personal qualificatio...
- Hi B., In my job I review resumes all day every day so I have a few suggestions for you.... Like the last person said you just want to list your job and the job du...
- this church has a free career counseling that will help with resume's as well as interviewing skills. it''s totally free and open to anyone, whether you belong to the ...
