Finding the right career path can be a real challenge, no matter what stage in life you are at. Dream jobs can turn into nightmares, our interests and values can change, and unfortunately, lay-offs and job loss can happen.
My career path has led me to an Employment Center where my job as an Employment Specialist is to help other people find success in their own careers. From applying for a new job, starting your own business, and being a valuable employee, you can find career advice and the resources I use here.
You’re probably already familiar with the traditional ways of how to find a job. You use one or more of the many online job boards like Monster, ZipRecruiter or Indeed as part of your job search. And keep an eye on the job postings sections of the company websites that you may want to work for. You might also browse …
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Throughout our lives, we are given a lot of advice. Most of it is offered in good faith by people that are trying to help. But unfortunately, as we all know, not all advice is good advice. What was best for them might not be what’s best for you. Following bad advice can set you back or make things more …
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Since the pandemic hit, the job market has been thrown in disarray. Many people have lost their jobs and are having a hard time finding other employment to replace that income. Unfortunately, the major impact on many industries has created a significant loss of many in-demand jobs that were once thought to be secure. Even with all the losses in …
A lot has happened in the world in the last few years. More women are climbing up through the ranks at work, there are more women in medical school than there are men, women make up about half of the overall workforce, and 36% of small businesses have female majority ownership. However, there are struggles. Female-led startups traditionally get much …
If you are someone who doesn’t mind burning the midnight oil and working while the rest of the world sleeps, there are many great night shift jobs out there that are in high demand. Night shift jobs, which are also referred to as 3rd shift or graveyard shift jobs, are a lot more common than people realize. Night shifts are …
If you’re anything like millions of other Americans and Canadians right now, you‘re probably looking for a new job. Since the start of 2020, unemployment has skyrocketed. Companies have had to make cutbacks, and some have even closed their doors. With online job search sites, finding a job is easier than ever. But with so many options, how do you …
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Being unemployed is incredibly difficult. With current unemployment rates at a record-breaking high thanks to COVID-19, you probably know someone close to you that’s been laid off, let go or looking for a new, better job. Giving your unemployed friends and loved ones a thoughtful gift could really go a long way. Think about what sort of things they need …
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If you’re actively looking for employment, you’re probably familiar with the standard resumes and cover letters. You’ve probably even gone on a few interviews and have some strong answers in your back pocket ready to go. But there’s one major job search tool you might be neglecting, and it can make a big difference when it comes to landing a …
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When you’re looking for a new job, you probably search job sites to find current opportunities online. Just as when an employer is looking to hire, they typically advertise the job vacancy online. Most job sites are free for us job seekers to use, but did you know that employers often have to pay to post their jobs on these …
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Sometimes you need a little more money. When your regular job isn’t covering what you need, you turn to other opportunities. This is especially true if it’s the holiday season and you want to stay out of debt but still spend money. Today there are a crazy number of ways to make different types of income. Whether you take on …
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Are you a stay at home mom who needs or wants to work as well? Here are some great side stay at home mom jobs that all share one thing: flexibility. These are all great jobs you can do while also being an awesome mom. I know that being a stay at home mom isn’t easy. I also know that …
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