My apologies for not getting this Hot Jobs posted yesterday. My Mac was in the shop! It’s going back this weekend for a more extended repair job, but thanks to Apple Care, I don’t pay a dime! The JobMonkey Job Center is loaded this week with a numerous nursing jobs all over the country. I often think about going back to school to become a nurse — it’s a wonderful profession and a career that it generally quite recession-proof. Are you about to graduate with your nursing degree? Or are you an RN who is thinking about making a career change? Then you should definitely ch...

How prepared are you for your next interview? Do you find yourself blanking out, stuttering and stammering, or fumbling your answers in an interview situation? In this competitive job market, you can’t afford to be anything less than 100% when you step into that conference room for your job interview. Career coaches will charge you a pretty penny to help practice your job interview skills, but you can buff up on your interviewing prowess on your own, too. Grab a friend or just position yourself in front of a mirror and see how well you can answer these 10 traditional job interview que...

Happy Wednesday. At the JobMonkey, “hump day” is hot job days, which is when I post three of the hottest new job leads from the JobMonkey Job Center. If you are looking for a new job, the Job Center is the place to be. This free resource for job seekers features hundreds of job opportunities from around the world, in every imaginable field. Leads are updated daily, so be sure to check back frequently. And if you haven’t already become a registered user (it’s free!), take a moment to do so. It’s the best way to take full advantage of the Job Center. This week...

Have ever dreamed of working in sports? Perhaps as a reporter, agent, coach or manager? Then you definitely want to read this week’s JobMonkey newsletter, which profiles a work-at-home sports writer. (If you haven’t already subscribed to our free job newsletter, be sure to do so today!) The web editor for Euroleague Basketball, Frankie Sachs recently chatted with the JobMonkey about how he made his break into the competitive world of marketing for professional European basketball. As a former sports writer and then newspaper editor, Sachs also offered this advice to aspiring spo...

Are you currently looking for a job? Maybe you can’t find a full-time job in your field. Maybe you are a college student need a seasonal job during the summer or over winter break. Have you considered working in retail? Retail jobs are not the most glamorous, nor do they pay top dollars. And the hours aren’t the greatest either (think: nights and weekends). The advantages of a retail job, however, are that they are readily available — yes, even in this economy. And with night or weekend shifts, you will still have plenty of time to go on interviews and send off resumes for...

Do you ever love the thrill of the crowd? The roar of a packed stadium? The pulsating beat of a rock concert? Have you ever wondered how such a large-scale event is pulled off? Here’s a look at just a few of the jobs that are essential for putting together a great event. Jobs at Event Management Companies Event management companies are hired to plan large-scale events, which can include booking bands and other entertainment, working in light and sound, putting together food vendors, hiring security, security sponsors and so much more. Jobs with event management companies vary widely, ...

On Thursdays, I answer readers’ questions about their job search. I love hearing what is on your mind, so don’t be shy — send me an email or leave your question in the comments section. Dear JobMonkey, I’ve seen you talk a lot of networking online to help find a job, but I really don’t know how that’s supposed to work. I signed up for accounts on LinkedIn and Twitter, like you suggested, but now what? Thanks, James in Vermont Dear James in Vermont, Thanks for your letter! You know, using online networking to find a job is a lot like job networking in person...

It’s Wednesday at the JobMonkey, which means its time to get a jump on all the hot job leads at the Job Center. Are you looking for a new job? The Job Center is the place to be. The Job Center is a free resource for job seekers, featuring hundreds of exciting job opportunities all over the country — and the world. Our leads are updated daily, so be sure to check back frequently. I also want to remind you about importance of registering with the JobMonkey. (Yes, it’s free, too!) Sure, you can search our Job Center without registering, but when you become a registered user, you...

Life-long learning is the key to a satisfying career (and probably to a satisfying life, but that might extend beyond the realm of my expertise!) Technology, business practices and even cultural norms are constantly changing and adapting. In order to stay current — or, better yet, ahead of the curve — you need to be able to understand and respond to those changes. Even if you have a PhD, your knowledge of current practices quickly becomes outdated unless you engage in career development and enrichment. Some careers even require you to undergo a certain number of hours of continu...

Do you spend your weekends glued to the TV, catching all the sporting action?  Do you live for the Sweet 16, Superbowl Sunday or the World Series?  If your passion is sports, then have you ever considered making it your profession, too? You don’t have to be a start athlete to earn a living from sports. Here’s a look at four ways to make a great salary while working in sports: Sports Journalists From reporters to broadcasters, sports journalists cover the world of sports. Many newspaper reporters start off specializes in a specific sport within a specific market — usuall...