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Job Interview Question: "Why Do You Want to Work here?"

2009-12-30T15:20:00.002-06:00

Posted by: Whitney Austin

Job interview questions can be difficult at times, but one question that definitely causes many people to get nervous is "Why do you want to work here?" It is a very frank, hard job interview question, and one that every job seeker could use a few tips on how to approach.

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Turning One's Age Into a Job-Market Asset

2009-04-06T10:55:00.001-05:00

By Vickie Elmer
Special to The Washington Post
Sunday, April 5, 2009; Page K01

Richard Anton believes his age and experience are an advantage in looking for a job as a facilities manager. Yet he carefully cultivates an upbeat, energetic attitude -- and he did update his hair style recently to prepare for interviews.

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9 Recession-Proof Careers

2009-04-03T09:54:00.003-05:00

by: Reader's Digest

These careers are still growing even during these tough economic times.

1. Education
Math and science teachers will be in demand as the U.S. struggles to compete with other countries in engineering, technology, and medicine.

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The 30 Best Careers for 2009

2009-02-15T14:03:00.001-06:00

U.S. News's annual list of 30 Best Careers gets updated for a rapidly changing economy.
By Liz Wolgemuth

U.S. News has plowed through hundreds of careers, looking for the jobs with the best outlook in this recessionary economy (and beyond), the highest rates of job satisfaction, the least difficult training necessary, the most prestige, and the highest pay. These careers have staying power: They're smart moves now, and they'll be smart moves for years to come.

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Data Spotlight: A Look at “Green” Occupations, Part 1

2009-01-12T09:45:00.003-06:00

Resource: EMSI Resource Library

Among the many economic stimulus proposals coming out of Washington of late are calls to transform the economy and reduce energy dependence through “green investments” and the creation of “green jobs.” But just what constitutes a “green investment?” And how does one distinguish a “green” from a “non-green” occupation?

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10 Highly Profitable Two-Year Degrees

2008-12-29T20:29:00.001-06:00

By MICHELLE GOODMAN,
PAYSCALE.COM

Think a bachelor’s or master’s degree is the only way to advance your career? Think again.

Whether you’re looking for a fresh start in a new, more lucrative field or enrolling in college for the first time, a two-year associate’s degree from a community college is one of the quickest routes to bringing home more bacon each week. ...

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Obama Offers First Look at Massive Plan To Create Jobs

2008-12-19T14:15:00.007-06:00

By Michael D. Shear
Washington Post Staff Writer
Sunday, December 7, 2008; Page A01 Washington Post

On the heels of more grim unemployment news, President-elect Barack Obama yesterday offered the first glimpse of what would be the largest public works program since President Dwight D. Eisenhower created the federal interstate system in the 1950s. ...

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Top 20 most recession-proof jobs

2008-08-13T15:14:00.002-05:00

From NewtorkWorld.com

Is it really possible to have a recession-proof job? The job search experts at Jobfox seem to think so.

The firm today issued a study that looked at the professions that have most consistently remained in highest demand over a more than eight-month period dating from November 2007 through July 7, 2008.

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Best Places To Live

2008-07-15T08:23:00.000-05:00

Money Magazine - From the August 2008 issue
Plentiful jobs, excellent schools, affordable housing - America's best small cities have all that and more. See the top 100 best places to live.
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25 Top-Earning Towns

2008-07-15T08:18:00.002-05:00

By Althea Chang
Money Magazine

Wondering where the wealth is? Residents of these 25 places have the highest median family incomes in the country.

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Top 10 Hot Careers in Oklahoma City

2008-06-16T21:34:00.002-05:00

From Adam Knapp,
Employment in Oklahoma City has seen its ups and downs, so employees often focus on stability. As many opt to return to higher education or technical schools to prepare for a change, it helps to analyze which careers appear to be leading OKC.

Based on data from the OK Dept. of Commerce, the OK Employment Security Commission and other economic experts, these areas figure to see many opportunities in the coming years, the ones to examine if considering a career change.

The top 10 are...

The Top 10 Hardest Jobs to Fill

2008-06-11T08:27:00.001-05:00

(J. Rossheim)
Among white-collar jobs, the following positions make Manpower's 10 Hardest Jobs to Fill list: engineers, technicians, sales reps, accountants and IT staff. And on the blue-collar side, the list includes machinists and machine operators, skilled tradespeople, mechanics, laborers and production operators.

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31 Careers With Bright Futures

2008-05-13T08:51:00.002-05:00

The careers listed at on the left side of this homepage offer strong outlooks and high job satisfaction. Each career is profiled in two parts: an executive summary and a portrait of a typical day in the life. Click below to see these 31 careers and other important news about careers in 2008.

31 Best Careers in 2008

Hot Careers in National Defense

2008-05-04T21:16:00.003-05:00

Department of Defense careers offer an opportunity to work in award winning organizations and to serve our Nation and those who defend it worldwide. That is why they are looking for the best people - the most qualified and highly motivated professionals. Read more at... http://www.godefense.com/hot-careers.html

10 Hot Careers for 2008 and Beyond

2008-03-29T21:19:00.001-05:00

by Joe Taylor Jr.

Now that 2007's hot career trends are history, job seekers and career shifters alike want to know where the big career payoffs will be in the months to come.
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5 Hot Careers for 2008

2008-03-13T14:25:00.002-05:00

Military.com

In today's knowledge-driven economy and competitve job market, the more you know the more you're worth.

Most military veteran job seekers want a job that will challenge them and maximize their skills and experience. And, many employers are ready to offer qualified job seekers that opportunity. But in most cases you still need a degree or professional certificate to get your foot in the door.

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The Offshoring of America's Top Jobs

2008-03-12T08:53:00.002-05:00

By:
Michael T Robinson
CareerPlanner.com

Many of America's top jobs are moving offshore. Which jobs are most likely to be hit by "offshoring" and what can you do to protect and safeguard your career?

Jobs that are most likely to be moved offshore have these Characteristics:
* Work is highly repetitive (accounting)
* Work is predictable and well defined (customer service)
* Can be broken down into small manageable projects (software development)
* Can be turned into a routine (Tele-marketing)
* Proximity to the end customer is not important (phone based tech support of consumer products)
* End customer has already moved offshore (semiconductor sales)

Jobs that are unlikely to move offshore have these Characteristics?
* High degree of ambiguity (top management positions)
* Unpredictable (hands on technical troubleshooting)
* Understanding of the culture is critical (authoring books, marketing, comedians)
* Time is of the essence (fast product development)
* Requires a high degree of collaboration (making a movie)
* Requires close proximity to the end customer (firefighting, auto repair, dental work)
* Requires high degree of creativity and innovation (creating new products, technical breakthroughs, writing music)

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Hot Jobs For The Future (article)

2008-03-12T08:35:00.004-05:00

By:
Michael T. Robinson
CareerPlanner.com Inc

How would you feel if the job you've been doing for most of your life just moved offshore without any warning?

What if you just spent several years getting an education for what you thought would be a very hot job but later turned out to be a very bad choice?

How would you like to know the secrets to choosing a satisfying career that will also be a hot job?

By understanding the major trends that are affecting our lives, you will be able to play an active role in planning and directing your career. By understanding these trends you will have a better chance of seeing the big changes before they hit.

This look into the future will show you the hot jobs that are expected to have high demand and some that aren't. But more importantly this article will show you the basics of "trend spotting" so that you can make your own intelligent career choices.
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Best Careers for 2008

2008-03-10T17:04:00.003-05:00

Making informed career decisions requires reliable information about
opportunities in the future. Check out these links for the best careers for 2008

U.S. News and World Report
http://www.usnews.com/features/business/best-careers/best-careers-2008.html

MSNBC
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23037164/

YAHOO! Education
http://education.yahoo.net/degrees/articles/featured_10_hot_careers_for_2008_and_beyond.html

What are the best jobs in the US?

2008-03-10T13:52:00.000-05:00

Research by Money Magazine and Salary.com

Product/Brand Manager

You won't be senior management, but you will have control over developing, managing and marketing an assigned product line. In other words, you get to exercise business savvy and creativity. A sizable salary and launching pad to other high-level marketing jobs are part of the package.

Staff Nurse (RN)

Talk about a guaranteed job: The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects demand for nurses to be way above average for all occupations through 2014. You can specialize in a variety of areas and work in settings from major hospitals to patients' homes. If you've got management experience, you can move into administration.

Property Manager

You maintain a group of commercial, industrial or residential properties. Tasks range from organizing trashpickup to directing the buying, selling or leasing of units. There can be hectic moments when, say, a tenant's pipes burst, but the job is a good segue to other real estate positions.

Public Accountant

Public accountants do everything from auditing financial statements to advising companies on tax strategies and other business costs. You need a C.P.A. only to certify financial records, but "it's a credential a lot of employers like to see," says Frank Fusaro of the Forum Group, an industry recruiter.

Information Technology Generalist

This is the gateway to more advanced IT jobs. You'll learn the basics by doing routine maintenance and fixing faulty PCs. Offshoring or not, growth in IT jobs is expected to be faster than average. And you'll have an advantage if you've picked up good communications skills in your first career.