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Employment Spot: Fastest Growing Job Fields
The U.S. Department of Labor projected which industries and occupations will experience the most growth from now until 2008. Areas set to experience the biggest boom include computer technology, health services and social services.
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Employment Spot: Work at Home Moms
One of the biggest decisions a new mother faces is whether to stay home with her children or work outside the home. If she takes outside work, she faces separation from her child and the expense of a caregiver. If she stays home, she...
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Employment Spot: Cover Letters
Are you looking for tips to create a super cover letter? Use the cover letter resources to help you get an interview!
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Employment Spot: Internships
It might seem like school just started up again, but believe it or not it's already time to start thinking about next summer. Summer internships have become increasingly competitive since more and more students have abandoned mowing...
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Employment Spot: Labor Day
Today, most Americans view Labor Day as the last chance to take a dip in the pool, a great excuse to barbecue with friends or a farewell to summer. But in 1894, when Labor Day was declared a legal holiday, the day was a celebration of...
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Employment Spot: Minority Resources
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects individuals against employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or religion. Before starting the search, you should know your rights in the workforce.
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Employment Spot: Telecommuting
The workday is getting longer and more stressful. Parents are away from home up to 12 hours a day. Employees are forced to spend hard-earned salaries on power wardrobes. They commute long distances at the expense of their pocketbook,...
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Employment Spot: Temporary Work
Twenty years ago -- even 10 years ago -- temp employees were a quick fix during busy work months or temporary coverage during illness, vacation or maternity leave. Today it's safe to say that temps are essential to almost every American...
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Employment Spot: Choosing a Career
Choosing a career is possibly one of the most important decisions of a lifetime. Whether you are fresh out of school or facing a mid-life career change, it is vitally important that you seriously consider your personality and interests...
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Employment Spot: Corporate Culture
Every organization is unique. Many companies celebrate their individuality by aligning their employees, work environment and procedures with predetermined ideals.
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Employment Spot: A Day in the Life
Whether you're just entering the workforce or have been there for 30 years, it's not uncommon to wonder what it would be like to spend a day in someone else's shoes. Many career sites allow you to satisfy that curiosity without quitting...
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Employment Spot: Peace Corps
You've earned a 4-year degree, have grand plans to build a career and are ready to face the world. For many, the next step is simple: begin the job search or grad school. Looking for another option? If you're interested in seeing a new...
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Employment Spot: What Employers Want
When you scan the want ads looking for a new job, you see all sorts of requirements - a bachelor's degree, at least two years experience in the field, proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. But what about the intangibles? What are...
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Employment Spot: 401 K Basics
Salary isn't the only variable to consider when evaluating a job offer. Retirement benefits such as 401(k) plans offer financial security and positive returns on your investment when maximized. Knowledge is power when it comes to...
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Employment Spot: Evaluating Job Offers
The search is finally over. You've received a job offer and it sounds too good to be true. Before you scream "I accept," step back and think. There are many factors to weigh before deciding whether to accept and on what conditions.The...
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Employment Spot: What You're Worth
Money. Everyone wants it, but when it comes to raises and salary offers, no one knows how to ask for it. These helpful hints will have you rolling in dough before you can say "Negotiate."
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Employment Spot: Ace the Interview
The company of your dreams liked your resume enough to call you in for the real test, THE INTERVIEW. You know you're qualified for the job, but will they?
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Employment Spot: Perfect Your Resume
The resume is an essential part of the job search process. Once you find the perfect employer, you must send them a resume that makes you look like the perfect employee. Online resources can help, whether you have 20 years of experience...
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Employment Spot: Salary Negotiation
Explore Salary Negotiation information to determine what you are worth in the job market. Use the Employment Spot resources to calculate your potential salary.
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Employment Spot: Job Fairs
Are you looking for job fairs? Find the online and local job fairs using the Employment Spot resources.
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Employment Spot: Engineering Employment Resources
Explore engineering employment resources using the Employment Spot career resources.
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Employment Spot: Math/science Employment Resources
Explore the Math/Science Employment Resources using the Employment Spot career resources.
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Employment Spot: Social Services Employment Resources
Explore Social Services Employment Resources using the Employment Spot career resources.
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Employment Spot: Back to School
Perhaps it's time to consider further education or training. In today's job market, the competition is fierce. Applicants are more qualified and better educated than their counterparts of only a few years ago. Many times, the only way to...