The following article is an interesting take on “job searching” during these slower summer months. In referencing the article, the main point to drive home is that you only get out of your job search what you put into it. The days of mass applying, where someone throws their resume against the wall and hope it sticks somewhere, are over. Job seekers need to be smarter and more efficient about the ways that they use their time when searching.
More Temp Staffing, Part-Time and Contract Work Predicted
August 5, 2011 By
Pounding the pavement without a solution? Given there are 2 million temporary employees in the U.S. today (U.S. Bureau Labor Statistics), temporary staffing may be just the answer. Plus, the stigma that has been associated with being a “temp” is diminishing.
Read more on Temp Jobs in the Future of Work
New Changes in Florida Unemployment Benefits
August 1, 2011 By
For those of you who are unemployed, be aware that several changes to Florida’s unemployment compensation programs were signed into law by Governor Rick Scott last month. Take a look at the link below to see how these changes might affect you. Changes in Florida’s unemployment benefits
New Townhome Sales Lift Confidence for Local Markets
August 1, 2011 By
Since the last three years have been incredibly tough on the local job market, good news that show signs of improvement in the housing sector should put a smile on everyone’s face. Especially since the real estate, construction and development markets have always been key to the success of the state of Florida. Here is some positive news on the housing in Pompano Beach! Townhomes in Pompano Beach seen as sign of returning confidence
Does Your Resume Sell You Well?
July 26, 2011 By
Everyone knows that there are 2 things that sell YOU in an interview. One of those things is yourself, but the single most important thing that sells “you” is your resume. Your resume is the first thing an employer glances at when it comes to considering you for a position they are looking to fill. That being said, here are some tips that will be sure to make your resume stand out above the rest:
Should Employers Use Facebook Posts to Screen Job Applicants?
July 20, 2011 By
Employers:
Have you ever Googled or searched Facebook for information regarding a job applicant? Here is some interesting information regarding the use of Social Media as part of a background check for new employees.
An article posted on UWire on July 6th, 2011, reports that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission is allowing a background-checking company, Social Intelligence Corp., to store Facebook users’ public posts, which employers may use to screen job applicants:
Company Archiving All Publicly Posted Facebook Information for Employment Screening
Take a look at this article and share your comments. We would love to know how you feel about this topic.
Take Control of Your Job Search
July 13, 2011 By
Applying to online job postings is not going to get you very far. In order to take control over your job search you must apply “outside-the-box” strategies.
Read this article for some helpful tips to progress your career search: Take Control of Your Job Search
Florida Bank Rates, Salaries Show Signs of Recovery
July 5, 2011 By
These articles that follow seem to be the norm these days when reading anything about the local economy. There is an article that starts out mentioning a positive note, and then comes the gigantic BUT in the middle of it. I think we need to take these articles and stories in the positive light, however, and realize that the economy is slowly but surely recovering.
Bachelor’s Degree Offers Edge for Young South Florida Job Seekers
June 28, 2011 By
If you are trying to get the edge on today’s employment market, you may want to consider earning that extra degree. Read more on how many people are taking the next step to their bachelor’s degree. One-fifth of S. Fla. young adults have bachelor’s degrees
Top 10 Fastest Growing Jobs
June 22, 2011 By
If you are in the job search market or wondering in what industry you should direct your career search, it may pay to check out the industries listed in this article for the fastest growing jobs.
Even if you don’t have the education or experience for the skill sets listed, you can target the industry itself:
Where the Top 10 Jobs Are
