Recruiting begins for the 2013 Census!

Carol Slappendel, General Manager for the 2013 Census, provides us an introduction into why the census is important. Unfortunate circumstances led to the deferment of the 2011 Census. This is your opportunity to join our team and help us finish the job.

Careers and the Job Market - A 2013 Outlook!

Bill Golden, CEO of IntelligenceCareers.com, aka USADefenseIndustryJobs.com gives his outlook for the 2013 defense industry jobs market. In his outlook are a number of significant red flags regarding the defense budget, national debt, and sequestration due to the August 2011 Congressional Debt Deal that created the 'Super Committee'.

Job Market Gets Even Worse for Law Grads!

Law school graduates face what may be the worst job market in more than 30 years, according to a new report by the National Association for Law Placement. Just 85.6 percent of the Class of 2011 was employed nine months after graduation -- the lowest employment rate since 1994. And that's the good news. That figure actually conceals a number of negative employment trends, according to NALP. Only 65.4 percent of graduates are working as lawyers, which is defined as jobs that require them to pass the bar exam, the study found. That's down from 82.3 percent in 2007, and it's the lowest percentage NALP has ever measured in the 38 years of its studies. Less than half of graduates have jobs in private practice -- the lowest number since 1975. Of those working for law firms, just 16.2 percent of graduates are working for firms with more than 500 lawyers. That's down from more than a quarter of the Class of 2008. Meanwhile, 42.9 percent of graduates in private practice work for firms with two to ten lawyers -- up 11 percentage points in the last three years. And almost 12 percent of the Class of 2011 are working in part-time jobs -- about double the number recorded prior to the start of the Great Recession in 2008. While the job market may improve modestly in coming years, NALP doesn't expect a significant rebound. NALP Executive Director James Leipold says, quote, there is nothing to indicate a rapid recovery or a likely return to pre-recession employment levels any time in the near future.

The Restaurant Industry Snapshot - May 2012!

Wally Doolin, Chairman and CEO of Black Box Intelligence/People Report, presents the May results at the PRBBI Summer Brand Camp. [endtext]

Job Interview Skills - DOs and DON'Ts!

Job interview tips: what to do and what NOT to do to get your dream job! Some of the tips might seem obvious, and some are more subtle. Make sure you are prepared fully by watching this video.

How to Get a Job Interview!

So you know what you want to do when you grow up, finally. But getting started can be tough. It all depends on getting your foot in the door. Career consultant Maggie Mistal explains how to land a job interview.

How To Find A Job During A Recession!

It's hard enough to find a job in good times--what are you supposed to do when jobs are scarce? Career coach Maggie Mistal has great advice for people trying to find a job during a recession. Finding a job during a recession Being without a job is never easy, but it can be extremely stressful during hard economic times. Here are some tips for finding a job during a recession. 

Work at Home Scams!

Working at home has become attractive to many stay-at-home moms, college students, and retirees. While some jobs are legitimate, others just don't deliver on their promises. This free, short film tells the story of a new type of work-at-home scam and how a young mother gets caught up in it. It also provides tips on how you can avoid being duped by criminals and what to do if you've been victimized. This High Noon Film is presented by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. Make Big $$ working from your home! No commuting. No time clock. Be your own boss! Sounds great, doesn't it? Although there are genuine jobs working at home, many "offers" don't deliver on their promises. Before responding to a work at home opportunity, check it out. Protect Yourself: * Closely examine the ad or offer. * Don't give out personal information to a person or company you don't know. * Be suspicious of any offer that doesn't pay a regular salary or involves an overseas company. * Check out the company with the FTC, Better Business Bureau, state Attorney General or your local consumer protection agency. Be smart. There is no easy way to wealth. If the offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is. WORK AT HOME SCAMS. THEY JUST DON'T PAY!

The Best and Worst Jobs of 2012!

What are the best and worst jobs? As Lauren Weber explains on The News Hub, the year's best jobs boast a good work environment, high salaries and are relatively low stress.

Global Employment Trends for 2012!

Three years after the global economic crisis devastated markets, wiped out savings, ruined businesses and disrupted the lives of billions of working people, the International Labour Organization's annual report on global employment has concluded that the deep consequences of the crisis are continuing into 2012. The report also calls for a global response to create hundreds of millions of new, productive jobs in the next ten years.

Why Job Seekers and Employers Aren't Connecting!

The U.S. job market appears to have a paradox: Many job seekers say they're desperate for work while many employers say they can't fill open positions. Are workers being too picky? Are employers being too cheap? Correspondent Paul Solman explores what's behind the disconnect as part of his Making Sen$e of financial news series.

New Crowdfunding Site Fundable Helps Startups Take Off!

When the JOBS Act was signed into law in April, it legalized the concept of "crowdfunding." This idea allows startups to solicit the general public for investments as opposed to going through investors and traditional banks. A new startup called Fundable launched recently in an effort to take advantage of this now permitted activity. As Wil Schroter, the company's CEO and Co-founder, explained to us, Fundable opens the door for serious startups to raise money from anyone willing to support their initiative. Fundable is, however, different from companies such as Kickstarter since it gives startups more options for raising money. Not only can startups raise money through rewards, but those that need larger investments can also receive backing by offering equity in their companies. According to Schroter, "crowdfunding" creates valuable opportunities for businesses. He believes that access models such as Fundable could as much as double the number of startups that begin in the U.S. each year, which could also greatly boost the economy. Since the SEC is still reviewing the JOBS Act, Fundable is only able to work with accredited investors. It is confident though that the SEC will extend its approval to non-accredited investors as well.

National Institute of Health - IT Specialist!

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the nation's medical research agency—making important discoveries that improve health and save lives. Thanks in large part to NIH-funded medical research, Americans today are living longer and healthier. Life expectancy in the United States has jumped from 47 years in 1900 to 78 years as reported in 2009, and disability in people over age 65 has dropped dramatically in the past 3 decades. In recent years, nationwide rates of new diagnoses and deaths from all cancers combined have fallen significantly. Interested in what it is like to be a IT Specialist at the National Institutes of Health? Check out this video as one the National Institutes of Health's IT Specialists talks about what it is like to work at such a great place.

Defense Industry Job Market - A 2013 Outlook!

Bill Golden, CEO of IntelligenceCareers.com, aka USADefenseIndustryJobs.com gives his outlook for the 2013 defense industry jobs market. In his outlook are a number of significant red flags regarding the defense budget, national debt, and sequestration due to the August 2011 Congressional Debt Deal that created the 'Super Committee'.