The readers of Lifehacker have voted and chosen their top 5 job search websites.
Lifehacker also has a very helpful post on the top 10 tools for landing a better job.
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5 Best Online Job Search Sites
Posted by Sarah on April 15, 2009
Posted in All, Blogs, Job Searching | Tagged: job search engines, Job Searching, job tools, lifehacker | 1 Comment »
Temporary Healthcare Coverage
Posted by Sarah on March 25, 2009
If you’re facing a layoff, or considering any type of work transition, be sure to check out this great blog post from GovGab about temporary healthcare coverage. It describes the various options, from COBRA and special enrollment to private insurance. Links are provided for more information.
Posted in All, Blogs, On the Job, Unemployment | Tagged: COBRA, GovGab, health insurance, temporary health insurance, Unemployment | Leave a Comment »
Green Jobs
Posted by Sarah on February 5, 2009
Many news sources have been commenting on the great potential for growth in the ‘Green Jobs’ market. So, where do you search for green jobs?
The Green Collar Blog has an impressive list of green job boards. You can even sign up for the Green Job List, a mailing list for people interested in green jobs.
Posted in All, Blogs, Job Openings, Job Searching | Tagged: energy, Green Collar Blog, green jobs, job boards | 1 Comment »
Attention Monster Users!
Posted by Sarah on January 29, 2009
Do you have an account with Monster.com?
It appears that Monster’s database has been hacked and that the personal information of Monster’s users has been accessed. The folks at the Gear Live blog have a few good suggestions of what you should do to protect yourself now and in the future.
Posted in All, Blogs, Job Searching, News, Resumes | Tagged: internet security, Monster.com, Resumes | Leave a Comment »
Best Recession-Proof Jobs
Posted by Sarah on November 13, 2008
It’s no secret that it’s a tough job market these days… If you’re considering a career shift or trying to find a field with a bit more security, check out this article on the Best Recession-Proof Jobs from the Get Rich Slowly blog. In it, several experts give their picks.
You might also check out their article on How To Make Yourself Recession-Proof.
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How to Find Meaningful Work
Posted by Sarah on October 2, 2008
The Brazen Careerist has a few thoughts about what makes work meaningful. These tips might help you prioritize your job search. If you already have a job, you might enjoy this quiz–Do You Have a Good Job? But, remember the quiz is just for fun.
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Edit Your Resume Like a Professional
Posted by Sarah on March 28, 2008
The Brazen Careerist has some good advice for people who want to edit their resume. Her top three tips? Focus on your achievements, treat your resume like a marketing document, and don’t give it all away… You’ll have to read the article to find out just what that means!
Posted in All, Blogs, Resumes | 1 Comment »
Rule of Thirds
Posted by Sarah on January 10, 2008
TheJobBored has a great article about applying the Rule of Thirds to your job search. Essentially, you add structure to your job search by creating three categories for your job search: dream jobs, ‘gettable’ jobs, and random jobs. This is an alternative to sending out one resume to every job you see posted. Check out the link and feel free to comment!
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Brazen Careerist
Posted by Sarah on July 27, 2007
Brazen Careerist is a blog by Penelope Trunk that is chock full of great tips and trips for the employed and the jobseeker.
A recent article, about choosing a career path that makes you afraid of failure, is really quite good. Check it out!
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