The Labor Department released unemployment numbers for the month of May on Friday, revealing some good news / bad news for the U.S. economy. 345,000 Americans lost their jobs in May — far fewer than experts had predicted. In January, 741,000 Americans were laid off — more than double May’s numbers. The dramatic slowdown in […]
All New at JobMonkey: Event Jobs & Nanny Jobs
Have you visited the JobMonkey website lately? We’ve been expanding again! Just added are new sections on Event & Festival Jobs as well as Nanny Jobs. Event Jobs Do you love the thrill of the crowd? Are most at home at a heart-pounding sporting event? Do summer festivals really float your boat? For event professionals, […]
In the News: Stay at Home Moms Heading Back to Work
The New York Times recently ran this insightful piece on how the recession has been impacting former Stay at Home moms. According to the article, about 80 percent of the layoffs in the current recession have been men, forcing a number of once full-time moms to head back to the workplace. Author Eilene Zimmerman interviewed […]
Hot Jobs 39: Government Jobs with NASA, Census Bureau, ATF
Happy Wednesday! It’s Hot Jobs day, but I first apologize for missing last Wednesday’s installment. I have a good excuse, though — I was having a baby! She’s a perfect little angel and sleeping quietly next to me right now while I search out this week’s hottest jobs! That’s also the reason the posting has […]
Tuesday Tips: Kick Start Your Resume By Working Abroad
Hey college grads, I just came across this great article from Transitions Abroad on how to kickstart your resume by working. Given the rather soft job market in America, the time has never been better to live out your dreams to work, volunteer and travel abroad. Author Nora Dunn’s article includes tips for everything from […]
In the News: Tips for College Graduates Looking for a Job
If you are about to graduate from college, you are probably feeling a bit nervous about finding a job in the current climate. The Boston Globe recently answered a question from one such student — a January ’10 grad with concerns about making himself attractive to would-be employers. Some of the Globe’s suggestions included: Taking […]
Profile on Diving Jobs
First things first: On this Memorial Day, I want to extend a big thank you to all of our readers who have served or are serving in the military. We appreciate your service to your country. Now, on to the Monday morning job profile! Are you sick of your 9-to-5 job? Do you want more […]
Reader Mailbag: 8 Ways to Market Your Home Business
Each Thursday, I answer a question from one of our readers about finding a job. I love hearing from you, so please don’t be shy — send me your questions via email or leave a comment in the section below. You can check out past Reader Mailbags, where I’ve covered everything from job search tips […]