There is no shortage of careers to consider when you’re looking for a new job. However, if years of school and tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of debt aren’t the routes you want to take in the pursuit of a job, you may find yourself considering a career in trucking. … [Read more...] about Important Things to Know When Considering a Career in Trucking
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Lawyer Career Myths That Need a Good Busting
If you’ve been interested in becoming a lawyer for a long time, it may well be because you’ve watched a lot of legal-related TV shows or movies over the years. Big productions such as “Suits,” “The Good Wife,” “Boston Legal,” “Law and Order,” “Legally Blonde” and “Erin Brockovich” have made the legal career path more popular than ever. However, many people don’t realize that what’s portrayed on the screen isn’t necessarily true to life! … [Read more...] about Lawyer Career Myths That Need a Good Busting
Robots Taking Jobs – But It’s Going to Be Okay
Robots taking jobs is undoubtedly a growing trend. They’re not taking all of our jobs, but they’ve certainly been making themselves comfortable in the job force over the past few years and they don’t show any signs of slowing down anytime soon. But even though robots are taking over certain areas of business, in theory, they just make things run more efficiently, which should add up to more productive workplaces and better-suited career options for people. … [Read more...] about Robots Taking Jobs – But It’s Going to Be Okay
Does Meditation Work? How It Can Make You a Better Employee
Stop wondering, 'does meditation work?' Yes, it does! By this point you’ve heard a lot about meditation, maybe you’ve even tested it out yourself a time or too. But the question for many remains, does meditation work? The simple answer is yes, and when all the great things about it are taken into account, sticking with a regular meditation routine can make you a better employee as well. Here’s why. … [Read more...] about Does Meditation Work? How It Can Make You a Better Employee
Podcast Interview With Jobacle Founder Andrew Rosen
I recently had the pleasure of being a guest on the 12 Minute Conversations podcast. If you are interested in learning a bit more about the history behind my little career advice journey with Jobacle.com, I encourage you to take a listen. This project has always been a labor of love. And as long as the audience sticks around (2017 was a banner year!), we will be here, dishing our career advice and viewpoints that you won't find on those other job websites. We will always put YOU, the hard-working employee first. http://traffic.libsyn.com/12minconvos/1496_Andrew_Rosen.mp3 … [Read more...] about Podcast Interview With Jobacle Founder Andrew Rosen
How Is 2018 Shaping Up for Job Seekers?
People who have a tough time finding or holding a job understand that the labor market can be an incredibly frustrating place. There is always something you could be doing to land the next job you apply to. There are always some things you can improve to have more successful interviews. But that’s the part of being a job seeker that’s fine. What’s not fine is that your success at finding a job can also depend on circumstances that are out of your control. During a recession or a slowdown, or when unemployment is high, you can do everything you can but still have a hard time finding employment. … [Read more...] about How Is 2018 Shaping Up for Job Seekers?
Job Vacancies on the Rise Despite Slow Growth in the UK
Brexit's effect on the economy has not been entirely positive, but it has led to one especially big advantage for jobseekers: a greatly increased number of job vacancies. Recent research cited by Insight found that there were 1,179,586 advertised openings, but a mere 0.44 jobseekers per vacancy. This has been despite signs of slow growth in other aspects of the UK economy. … [Read more...] about Job Vacancies on the Rise Despite Slow Growth in the UK
How Lean Six Sigma Can Solve Sticky Business Problems
If you’re looking for a business process used to troubleshoot a problem you’re having with your business, you’re in luck. There is a remarkably accurate process for solving business problems. This process combines Lean methodology and Six Sigma methodology to help businesses eliminate waste, increase efficiency, enhance productivity, and improve profitability. It’s called lean sigma six. So, what is lean six sigma? And how can it help you solve all kinds of sticky business problems? Let's start with a hypothetical problem, then talk about the lean six sigma methodology would go about dealing with it to arrive at a viable solution. … [Read more...] about How Lean Six Sigma Can Solve Sticky Business Problems
Q&A – Advice for First-Time Job Seekers
I recently had the opportunity to chat with vocate.me, a website designed to help students and recent grads track down great internships or entry-level jobs. We discussed the challenges faced by rookie applicants along with some tips on how Millennials can excel at their first gig. … [Read more...] about Q&A – Advice for First-Time Job Seekers
Tips on How to Find a Good Essay Writing Job
At this day and age of modern technology, almost everyone is highly dependent on the internet to find, learn, and source for various products and services. When people are interested to find a good dining place, they immediately browse the web. Students who are looking to hire a good essay writer can simply try CustomWritings to hire a good essay writer. In other words, the internet has practically opened a new world of opportunities and possibilities. … [Read more...] about Tips on How to Find a Good Essay Writing Job