Should I have been fired for sharing my salery info with another co-workers?

April 18, 2009 by  
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wildangel216 asked: It was at a child care center. I was making more than the other employees, and they asked what I was making. I have a degree and experience that they do not have. They found out I was making more, and went and told the boss. The boss NEVER ... Continue Reading

Could I lose my job if I refuse to work hours I do not get paid for?

April 14, 2009 by  
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E M asked: I work for a large company in middle management, I have a contract that includes the amount of hours I work but we are continually pressured and we feel almost intimidated into working well over and above this without pay or time in lieu.Although the managers above me ... Continue Reading

Should mothers get paid maternity leave, regardless of the occupation?

April 12, 2009 by  
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In 1919, the International Labor Organization adopted the first Convention on Maternity Protection laying down the basic principles of protection of the right to maternity leave, the right to medical benefits and cash and right to job security and the right to breastfeeding while working hours. Since then, employment patterns ... Continue Reading

Can I be fired from my job because I smoke cigarettes?

April 10, 2009 by  
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des asked: I was hired for a great job back in February. The owner was great , they assured me that this was a company that was going places and good things were comin for the company as a whole. They knew I smoked and so did one of my supervisiors. ... Continue Reading

What would you say about your unemployment?

April 9, 2009 by  
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caizi asked: What would you say about your unemployment? Hi everybody, I am looking for a job now, but the problem is since I graduated six months ago, I have been staying at home. Because when I was about to graduate, I was suffering from a strange illness that my hair was falling ... Continue Reading

Quick ways to cope with the situation after losing job

March 29, 2009 by  
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1.The first thing to do is collect dust yourself off. You have to realize that this probably is not your fault and you need to know what you do. 2.Do you know where you rank in the world when it comes to wealth? There is a web site called World List ... Continue Reading

How to handle Job Loss Emotions

March 27, 2009 by  
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The unemployment rate seems to rise higher and higher with each report. When it happens to you or someone you love, how to deal with the emotional aspect of the job losses? Are you sure you’re looking for a job in every way he can, but must also take care ... Continue Reading

If you get laid off from your job, can you claim unemployment even if you get self-employment income?

March 26, 2009 by  
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Todd S asked: Basically I’m getting laid off from my day job, but I also make money on some side jobs, though they don’t earn enough to pay the bills. They are reported to the government, and they’ve been reported for the last few tax seasons. Can I still claim unemployment when ... Continue Reading

How to make ends meet if you’re unemployed

March 23, 2009 by  
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You could be one of the millions who have lost their jobs in the last four months and now you’re wondering how to make ends meet while you are unemployed. In fact, there are some very simple things you can do to help you and your family through these difficult ... Continue Reading

Tips on making a living in times of global layoffs

March 16, 2009 by  
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Due to the global economic crisis, are mass layoffs that lead to an increase in global unemployment rate. Hunger and crime are beginning to be experienced by most countries into recession. People should earn for life to survive. But in times of layoffs worldwide, there is still opportunity for the ... Continue Reading