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Archive for July, 2009
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Friday, July 17th, 2009Double Whammy of the Down Economy
Thursday, July 16th, 2009It takes forever to find a new job, and then when you do you can’t sell your house to move. Those are two of the nastiest characteristics of this down economy.
Boomerang Kids
Wednesday, July 15th, 2009A little discussed by product of the economic meltdown: Adult children coming home to live with their parents. How does one handle this potentially awkward situation? Tips for catching a boomerang.
The Overqualified Advantage
Tuesday, July 14th, 2009In this market, there is no such thing as overqualified if you know how to play the angles. If you can take the pay cut, look at it as a strategic move.
Hire Me!
Monday, July 13th, 2009Sex up that resume. Add some photos. Try video. Rent a billboard. Shout it from the highest mountain: “HIRE ME!”
Glimmer of Light in the Gloom?
Friday, July 10th, 2009This multimedia report takes a look at how the housing markets are faring in 10 cities, and suggests that there are signs they have hit bottom and are ready to rebound.
Down-shifting out of College
Thursday, July 9th, 2009They burnished their resumes with summer internships even as they took extra classes. When school ended, they had their sites set high. But in this economy, they are being forced to get used to feeling the grass growing between their toes. High achievers are just going to have to be patient.
Effective Executives
Wednesday, July 8th, 2009Hope Between the Sheets
Tuesday, July 7th, 2009While the overall job numbers continue to be grim, there is evidence that things are beginning to stabilize. Two-thirds of job providers who have imposed hiring freezes now say that they are going to lift them.
Sticking With Green
Monday, July 6th, 2009Despite the recent job numbers, President Obama remains convinced that new economic opportunities can be created by pursuing a green jobs strategy.