Career change in Recession

March 8, 2009 by  
Filed under Layoffs & Firings

One way to cope with the recession is considering a career change. He does not like too much the idea of change in career plans during a recession. However, if you have already felt the effect of the recession – say they have been dismissed, why not give a career ... Continue Reading

How to prepare and survive a layoff

March 4, 2009 by  
Filed under Layoffs & Firings

Dismissal is not new to us more. We heard melt down, the reduction, mergers, layoffs in the news every day, our friends, family and coworkers. Many people are worried about losing their jobs. I’ve gone through two layoffs. What I learned about this experience is learning to accept, let go ... Continue Reading

Fired prior to this contract: Five ways to ruin any interview

February 28, 2009 by  
Filed under Job Interview

Arrive on time. Dress well. Write a thank-you note. Do not lie on the application. You have the job search basics, but the gods of jobs have plagued their village with a drought. If you’re interviewing after a layoff, finding a change of employment or the documentation for your interview ... Continue Reading

Quick ways to Quit a job

February 22, 2009 by  
Filed under Change Jobs

Leaving a job is often a difficult step. Sure, there is an opportunity to do something different, but if you have been with an employer for more than a year, this can become an emotional step. People leave jobs for various reasons. The old job could simply horrible. The pay ... Continue Reading

6 Factors of Career Success

February 20, 2009 by  
Filed under Career Planning

What do employers look for in potential employees? That was the question that was posted recently in an online discussion forum posts. Naturally, for each position, the response to this particular issue would be different. However, there are some skills that employers look for in every employee if the employee ... Continue Reading