With the earthquake and hurricane masking our job searches for the last two weeks, some of us are back to the task at hand. Searching for a full-time position with benefits and advancement potential is wearing on the whole world. Here are some reminders as we move through this holiday weekend.
I’ve been hearing about many unemployed people who are willing to uproot their lives and are actually moving out of state. If you are intrigued about where people are headed or if you are thinking that might be the solution for you, take a look at Jobbait’s list of the top seven metro areas around the country that are recession proof. There is even a list of 230 recession proof industry sectors. While you’re checking the list out, you might want to sign up for JobBait newsletters (www.jobbait.com) to keep your finger on the heartbeat of the up and coming trends . . . all calculated according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Sometimes we are so close to the mountain top that we can’t feel it or see it.
Here is one of the greatest examples of someone who has failed their way to the top.
Check out this utube of Michael Jordan. I think you will agree that plugging away eventually gives way to winning.
She had been to five interviews at global companies. She was not only extremely attractive but she had a very charming personality along with a strong academic record. And yet, she had zero job offers.
I checked her LinkedIn page to see if she was up with the “times” and yep, there she was, photograph and all. This gal was a smart cookie. She had many distinct advantages, including nailing down an extra pharmaceutical sales credential while in her senior year. “Impressive,” I thought, “Very impressive.” It appeared she was doing everything right, so what was happening in her interviews that was sabotaging all her hard work?
To: Baby Boomers, Generation X, Y, Z and Entrepreneurs Sitting on the Fence
From: Mindy Thomas
Subject: Social Media Is Not A Fad
If you are still sitting on the bleachers and not getting into the game (you won’t sign up for LinkedIn, Facebook or any other social media) OR you are “wanna be” entrepreneur, indulge me for 5 minutes by checking out this Youtube video.
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