Ever call in sick even when you’re not? A Career Builder survey found 30 percent of workers over the past year have. I’m surprised that number isn’t higher. I’m also surprised by some of the bizarre and creative excuses workers gave to explain their absence from work. Try to imagine calling in with some of […]
There’s Hope For The Over 50 Job Hunter
07/18/2012 By Leave a Comment
I read something really encouraging today. It gave me hope. Unless you’re over 50 you probably wouldn’t understand. Here it is: Contrary to the old stereotype, older job hunters aren’t necessarily being passed over for the younger, less-experienced worker. A story by Fortune cited employment numbers crunched by the Chicago outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & […]
Survey: More College Grads Could Hear “You’re Hired”!
04/25/2012 By Leave a Comment
I got a call from my oldest son today from college. He’s trying to line up an internship this summer that fits his major, and he just finished an interview with a recruiter. “Dad, it would be perfect,” he told me. “Then when I graduate, they would probably hire me full-time.” Those are words every […]
Best and Worst Jobs 0f 2012
04/16/2012 By Leave a Comment
Think you have the worst job in America? Chances are you don’t. Unless your job puts you in constant risk for getting hurt or killed. And you’re working for little pay. CareerCast.com is out again with its best and worst jobs list. It rated 200 professions using five criteria: pay, outlook, work environment, stress and physical […]
Don’t Make These Job Hunting Mistakes
06/01/2011 By Leave a Comment
The economy is showing some signs of improvement… but it’s still not easy for those who need jobs. In this job market, there’s no room for error if you’re looking for work. So don’t make these mistakes: Don’t say, “I’ll take anything.” No employer wants to hear that. Instead focus on what you’re best qualified […]
Need a McJob?
04/18/2011 By Leave a Comment
Looking for work? There are two events (one nationwide, the other in Tulsa) Tuesday that could help you land a job. Need a McJob? Tuesday April 19 is McDonald’s National Hiring Day. The fast food chain says it’ll fill 50,000 openings at its restaurants nationwide. There nearly 200 McDonald’s in Oklahoma, with more than 8900 […]
More Summer Jobs? Depends on the Survey
03/24/2011 By Leave a Comment
High school and college students will soon be looking for that summer job. And the prospects for landing that job are mixed this year. All three of my boys are among that age group, and I’m counting my lucky stars that all three have jobs lined up this summer. In fact, each one has a […]
Top Careers of 2011
03/02/2011 By Leave a Comment
Are you looking for a job change? Maybe you’re even thinking of changing careers entirely. A lot of people are fed-up, bored, or just plain unhappy with their job, and they want a change. There’s a lot that goes into making such a big decision. Here are a few of the best careers of 2011.
Job Fair In Tulsa
01/18/2011 By Leave a Comment
Looking For Work? Stop Saying “Extensive Experience”
12/14/2010 By Leave a Comment
Next time you’re interviewing for a new job try not to say, “I’m a dynamic and motivated team-player with a proven track record as a problem solver who loves a fast-paced, results-oriented work environment.” According to LinkedIn, if that’s how you describe yourself, you need to change your entrepreneurial mindset and get a little more […]
Turnaround in Seasonal and Temp Jobs
12/03/2010 By Leave a Comment
The nation’s unemployment rate climbed to 9.8% in November, a seven month high, as hiring slowed. But locally, it’s a different story if you’re looking for temporary work that could lead to a full-time job. Casey Lamb, president of American StaffCorp in Tulsa told me: “We are as busy as ever. The jobs are there. We need […]
