The economy is coming back and unemployment is continuing to drop, which is awesome news for job seekers. It also means that many job seekers are being faced with a new “problem” – turning down a job offer. Everyone needs a job, so most of us never expect to be in a situation where we […]
Is It Ever Ok To Work For Free?
Working free of charge?! Well it certainly sounds silly, but sometimes it is a good idea. Consider for whom you are working? Is it your Mom, a non-profit, a friend, an employer, or an online mystery organization? Weigh the pros and cons. How much karma will you receive? Is there actually a benefit for you? […]
Airline Industry Faces Major Pilot Shortage
The US airline industry is facing a serious problem – a major lack of pilots. This potential crisis is caused because the majority of pilots are reaching retirement age, airlines are instituting more rest time for pilots, and new regulations require more flight hours and costly training to become a professional pilot. FYI this is […]
Upcoming Job Fairs with Princess Tours & Holland America
If you want a really cool, memorable summer job then consider working for Princess Tours / Holland America. They have a series of job fairs coming up. You can find a whole range of job opportunities – both land- and sea-based positions. The two companies have 15 ships sailing to and from Alaska, 15 big […]
Resumes for Federal Job Applications
One of the most intimidating job applications is the one used by the federal government. It’s not that the process is so confusing – although it is somewhat – but that it has multiple parts. First there’s the application itself. Of course you’ll be honest and accurate. Even so, there’s just more anxiety when you […]
Five Ways to Stay Upbeat During Job Search
It’s tough to feel upbeat about job search. There aren’t very many activities in life that take as much energy while returning so little reward, at least on a daily basis. Of course, the reward comes at the end, making this one of life’s ultimate exercises in delayed gratification. If this sounds like a problem […]
Is it Too Early to Find a Summer Farm Job?
There’s still snow on the ground in many places across the United States, and eve if you live in a warmer climate, you’re probably not ready to start thinking about hot summer days just yet. After all 2012 has barely started! Yet, it’s really not too early to start looking for a summer job, especially […]
Find a Job in Paradise
Most people who visit Hawaii on vacation never want to leave…but have you considered actually making this dream of living in paradise in a reality? It might be easier to think – if you can line up a job. It’s not cheap to live in Hawaii, so let’s take a look at what you need […]