Contract Jobs for Unemployed Have you considered working contract jobs? U.S. Labor Department released its latest unemployment figures Friday and the picture isn’t rosy. The unemployment rate is still 9.5% not counting those who’ve given up looking for work. Private employers, like banks who refuse to lend, aren’t adding substantially to their payrolls fearing [...]
Keyword Research Identifies Your Job Skills and Interests
July 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
As I wrote in a previous post “Career Search in 16 Steps,” you’ll only find a satisfying career or job if you’re doing what you like to do. And one of the best ways to start is keyword research: writing 10-20 keywords reflecting your strongest skills, interests, knowledge, experiences, desired industries and other preferences. The [...]
Job Search Advice Helps People in Tight Times
April 23, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Getting useful job search advice is frequently frustrating. Friends and relatives want to help you but, as I’ve written elsewhere on ProCareerSearch, finding mentors and using social media is critical. Choosing satisfying jobs and careers is also important. See “Do What You Like to Do.” One of my relatives in the Midwest emailed me today [...]
Career Search Using a Mentor
March 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment
We’ve all heard the line: “the more people you know, the better.” But finding a mentor is more important in your career search. Helpful persons who are also great mentors make searching for careers and jobs more productive. A mentor may even help you create your future vision. What makes a superb mentor? They’re knowledgeable, [...]
Do What You Like to Find a New Career
March 23, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Seeking a new career? Changing jobs? Searching? Find a job and company where you can do what you like and you’re 80% there. While this may sound simple or naive, many career seekers in the frenzy of finding a job don’t consider their hobbies and recreational activities when searching for new careers. You’ve probably attended [...]
