Top Ten Careers of 2009In a country where the advancement in technology governs the work-force, the demand for certain jobs seem to vary on a year-to-year basis. For that reason, it becomes increasingly necessary for up and coming entrepreneurs do their research before jumping into a field. With an economy on the rocks, the demand for certain professions has gone down...By: Jackie B | [Read Full Article] What every employer wants from an applicantOn my previous post "What job applicants should know about the employer", I stated that each employer needs different things, but there are some major things that all employers look for in a potential employee.By: John David Fitzgerald | [Read Full Article] Career Crossroad? Let Me Show You What One Looks LikeIn a previous article I described how when preparing for a speaking engagement, I completed exercises from the book "What Color Is Your Parachute?" leading me to some personal discoveries. I was a software engineer, project manager and technical architect realizing I had stronger people skills than I had realized and I enjoyed using. My technical skills had been driving a successful career to date, but could this be a sign pulling me in another direction.By: Jorge Lazaro Diaz | [Read Full Article] Project Engineer Careers (A Field Engineer's Perspective)After completing their university degree, most Engineering Graduates tend to go into one of two lines of work: Engineering Design or Project Management.By: Marco Fratelli | [Read Full Article] The Important Roles of Pharmacy TechniciansA pharmacy technician is a person who works under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Many pharmacy-related tasks and functions are handled by them, even some that one expects to be the tasks for the pharmacist himself. They are not simply assistants to the pharmacist, as we will see in this article.By: Brent McNutt | [Read Full Article] The Best Jobs in a Bad EconomyA look at some of the best jobs to have during weak and unstable economic times.By: KatNels | [Read Full Article] Why Some Job Seekers Get Interviews - And Others Wait by the PhoneWhen it comes to the job search, some people just seem to have more luck. They're the ones who get traction...they get called for interviews...things happen for them. Why is that?By: Rebecca Metschke | [Read Full Article] Does Volunteer Work Really Count on My Resume?Hiring Managers, HR professionals, and recruiters all agree - Volunteer work absolutely does count! You simply have to present it in the right light. They really don't mind seeing a "gap" in employment, but they do want to know what you have been doing, and what skills you've been using in your volunteer work that are relevant and transferable to the job you're applying for.By: Linda Kerr Waters | [Read Full Article] What Does Your Email Address and Voice Mail Say About You?You only have one chance to make a first impression. What image does your email address convey? When someone calls you on the telephone and gets your voice mail, what do they hear? These small details can make the difference between getting an interview or a new job.By: Michael Birzon | [Read Full Article] All Time Worst Career Change MistakesUltimately I hate writing about mistakes because I always feel like I am the bearer of bad news. I don't like things that insult people or that make them feel bad for doing things that they were sincere about but just went about in the wrong way. But, the truth is... We...By: Stephen Van Vreede | [Read Full Article] Articles 1 to 10 Prev | Next |
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