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Wednesday, March 25, 2009

The most effective way to get a job in this economy

Abridged: Today MSNBC

LOS ANGELES, CA -- Lost your job? Join the club. Better yet, join the party. As unemployment numbers hit historic highs, "pink slip" parties are popping up in big cities around the country. Hundreds of axed employees are going to happy hour meet-and-greets, where one can enjoy a drink and discuss career prospects with eager recruiters.

People are finding creative ways to stand out above the pack. In order to get a job in this economy, people have to get out there. And while there are no guarantees of gaining anything more than good conversations and a few contacts, some pink slip attendees have had success in finding new employment. Pink slip parties offer those on the prowl for jobs a chance to share information among themselves.

"If you take your network and compare it to the network of a total group, you get access to more people - if you can help each other, it's a win for everyone," said John Challenger, CEO of outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Pink slip parties are just one extension of social networking. Whether online or in person at networking events, many agree that these one-on-one connections have stood the test of time as the most effective way to get a job.

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Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Use the magic of the web to enhance your job search

Abridged: Greencollar.wordpress.com

NEW YORK, NY -- Obviously the web has completely changed the way job searches are done. Gone are the days of circling ads in the local paper. But so much information on the web comes with a downside: it's really hard to manage it all. You have to check the job boards, specific company websites, blogs, news, etc. every day. Plus, what if you're interested in a company and eventually want a job there, but they aren't hiring? Are you going to check their site every day for years?

Fortunately, there's an amazing solution that I don't think enough job seekers are taking advantage of. It's called Really Simple Syndication, or RSS. In short, RSS is a feed that pushes content (new blog posts, changes to websites) out onto the web. If you have a feed reader, like Google Reader, you can pull lots of feeds together in one place and read them the same as you would your emails.

RSS is used a lot in the blog world so that one doesn't have to visit 15 blogs multiple times per day, it's just all in one place. So why is this useful for job searches? Over the past year, many companies, career sites and job boards have started to include RSS feeds for their job posts. Play around with RSS feeds a bit and I guarantee you'll be impressed at how powerful they can be for your job search.

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Considering a new job or new career path?

Abridged: LATimes.com

LOS ANGELES, CA -- If you are currently employed and considering looking for a new job, you may notice there are many careers available that may be beyond your expertise. If you want to move forward in your career or change it altogether, you may need to re-create yourself to be more marketable. First you will need to consider the career you want. Is it completely different from the one you are currently working in, or is it in the same field?

Take time to research the different careers that interest you. Something that never would have appealed to you when you graduated from high school or college might now be a career that truly holds your interest. Consider available options on training and education. There are many online colleges that offer degrees and certificates. Research the college beforehand and check to see if it's accredited.

Check with your state and local employment offices. They have great resources and counselors available to help you in your quest for a new career. If finances are holding you back, consider applying for financial aid. Grants and school loans are available to most people and can considerably help with the cost of your training. Some of the career fields that are understaffed right now, such as nursing and teaching, are offering a chance to forgive your student loans once you have completed training and have taken a job in that field.

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Layoffs Alert

Layoffs bring tears at Tyco
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Take control of your online job hunt

Abridged: Associated Press

CHICAGO, IL -- Applying for jobs online may make you feel like you're sending your resume into an abyss even though it's not true. John Thieman, a career development specialist at Stratford University in Falls Church, Va., offers these tips for using the Internet to your advantage during your job hunt:

Build a professional website or enhance your current online resume profile. The site can double as a resume and portfolio to demonstrate your skills and experience. Use job search engines and job search tools to save time. Network online. Use social networking sites to let others know what your skills are and what type of job you're seeking. Try different resume formats. Depending on your field, an online video resume may give you an edge. It's also a great opportunity to showcase communication skills.

Google yourself. It's important to know what others will find if they are researching your background. If you find unsavory pictures or information, contact the sites and ask them to remove them. Be assertive. Use alert systems on job boards and be sure to check a company's website for employment ads.

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Forced back into the job market?

Abridged: iStock Analyst

NEW YORK, NY -- In today's world, many of those who, either through choice or misfortune, don't have the resources they need to retire comfortably are being forced back into the job market. During past recessions, older workers simply would have retired rather than searching want ads and applying for jobs. But these days, with outstanding mortgages, bank loans and high medical bills, many of them can't afford to be out of work.

With jobs so scarce, people in their seventh and eighth decades are up against those half their age in a desperate scramble for work. As people live longer and stay in better health, some of them merely want the stimulation and challenge of a job. But for most baby-boomers, the motivation is financial necessity.

Fewer people than in years past are covered by benefit plans or pensions. Those with retirement investments have seen their values erode with the stock-market tumble. Many are outliving whatever savings they might have had, especially by the time they reach their mid to late 70s. Mortgages and medical bills push others into the job market because Social Security and Medicare, though helpful and critical, aren't enough.

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Layoffs Alert

National Briefing | Puerto Rico Government Layoffs on Horizon
New York Times - United States
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Washington Post - United States
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Levy asks for authority to impose layoffs by April 1
Newsday - Long Island,NY,USA
Though Levy could not say the number of layoffs he might seek, experts estimated it could range from 400 to 600 - as much as 5 percent of the workforce. ...

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Social networking sites are powerful job hunting tools

Abridged: Star Tribune

MINNEAPOLIS, MN -- As the country's recession continues and millions of Americans swell unemployment rolls, workers are turning to professional networking sites more than ever to search for jobs. As well, corporate recruiters increasingly are scouring these professional networking sites, looking for the best candidates through references and recommendations.

It's common knowledge today that human resources collect resumes in databases that require them to read through piles of resumes. They are more turning to job sites that allow them to find people through someone who knows someone. According to a survey by Robert Half International, 62% of executives say networking sites will prove useful in recruiting job candidates over the next three years.

It still is quite challenging to find qualified workers. But social networking sites are a good way to tap into additional contacts. A person found through networking tends to be a stronger candidate than a blind job seeker. The real value in many social networking sites is that they allow people to "link" with other users whose own links may prove useful to the job seeker. For example, a software designer seeking a job at Microsoft can link with a friend who's linked to his college roommate whose fiance happens to be the company's vice president of product development.

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Chandler Hill Partners Blog - Career News, Layoffs and Advice provided by Chandler Hill Partners

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

The most effective way to get a job in this economy

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Use the magic of the web to enhance your job search

Considering a new job or new career path?

Layoffs Alert

Take control of your online job hunt

Forced back into the job market?

Layoffs Alert

Social networking sites are powerful job hunting tools

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