GoWell Director Hidekazu Matsuda interviewed by Vietnam News Agency (Source: VNA) Tokyo (VNA) – Numerous Vietnamese in Japanespecially Japanese university graduates, received prompt and efficient assistance from a local employment service company during the two years of the COVID-19 pandemic. Founded in 2010, GoWell is one of the prestigious suppliers of Asian workers for local […]
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Ms Lazar talks about a new NSW Multicultural Elderly Care Project which is specifically designed to serve older people from multicultural communities. Multicultural Elderly Care will have a dedicated person who will make home visits to elderly people who request home care. This will help process their request much more efficiently and quickly. Ms. Lazar […]
To what extent should job seekers purge their social networks?
SHRM President and CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, answers questions from Human Resources as part of a series for USA today. Do you have an HR or professional question that you would like answered? Submit it here. I’m graduating in the spring and looking to start my professional career. Should I clean up my […]
13% of college juniors already have job offers as hiring has increased
With many companies facing labor shortages, 13.5% of university juniors seeking employment and others who are expected to graduate in March 2023 have already received job offers. use. The government-led recruitment guidelines call for companies to start holding explanatory sessions and accepting applications in March and start interviews and other selection processes in June. As […]
MSU Office Gives Job Seekers Ideas | Local News
Encouraging students to take advantage of the extensive resources available to them at Minnesota State University’s Career Development Center is not unlike horses at watering hole; there are many, but whether they drink or not is up to them. CDC Director Pam Weller, an experienced career counselor with over 25 years in the field, has […]
Cryptocurrency scam: Job seekers lose thousands to fake company promising jobs
DURHAM, NC — The Better Business Bureau has sent out multiple alerts about a fake cryptocurrency company that scammed job seekers out of thousands of dollars. A man says he lost $10,000 because of the scheme. Daniel LaSane thought he had found a fresh start to re-entering the workforce by browsing job postings on Indeed.com. […]
Temple Students, Use Career Resources for a Brighter Future – The Temple News
KRISTINE CHIN / TEMPLE NEWS With the anxiety I feel during job interviews and the uncertainty about my professional future, I worry that I am not prepared for the career I am heading into or that I do not know what profession to pursue. According to The Atlantic, less than 20% of students turn to […]
The Employment Help Center offers remote services to job seekers
Kyle McGuire, a second year HVAC student, stands outside the Supported Employment Center in the Student Commons. Photo credit: Leslie Bader While the doors of the Algonquin College Employment Support Center have been closed and its windows dark throughout the pandemic, the number of students who have used their services – virtually – has only […]
Check your library for resources on careers and life skills
Provided by Prince William County There is no shortage of instructional videos available online. On YouTube alone, there are thousands of videos covering just about any topic or question you might be looking for. Whether you need to change your spark plugs, update your smartphone settings, or sew on a button, you’ll be able to […]
UD PCS Expands Career Resources
The University of Delaware’s Division of Professional and Continuing Studies (UD PCS) is preparing to offer an expanded suite of career-focused resources to participants in the UD PCS certificate program in the spring of 2022. Starting this semester, participants enrolled in designated non-credit professional development programs will have access to resources and tools such as […]
Free recruitment platform in the Philippines connects employers and job seekers instantly, securely and easily
Instajobsph is pleased to present its one-of-a-kind recruitment site, Instajobsph.com. Instajobsph was founded by Homebrew Information Technology Solutions, a startup based in Angeles City, Philippines. This revolutionary service offers free job postings to all companies in the Philippines. It only takes three simple steps to start a new career. On Instajobsph.com, users can create a […]
Philadelphia marijuana testing ban: what it means for job seekers
💌 Do you like Philly? Sign up for Billy Penn’s free newsletter to get everything you need to know about Philadelphia, every day. A new Philadelphia law that bans marijuana testing during the hiring process is expected to improve job prospects for many, including people with state-sanctioned prescriptions. However, several of the city’s largest employers […]
Callahan bill would prohibit ‘able-bodied’ adults without children from refusing job offers to maintain Medicaid eligibility
BY JALEN MAKIMMC STAFF MADISON — State Rep. Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) and several Legislative Republicans introduced a package of legislation to “help address the ongoing statewide jobs crisis,” said a statement from Callahan’s office. The Workforce Initiative Package, introduced on Tuesday, January 18, includes a bill authored by Callahan. “The 35th Assembly District, like much […]
Bill Callahan would prohibit ‘able-bodied’ adults without children from refusing job offers to maintain Medicaid eligibility
By Jalen Maki Tomahawk Editor-in-Chief MADISON — State Rep. Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) and several Legislative Republicans introduced a package of legislation to “help address the ongoing statewide jobs crisis,” said a statement from Callahan’s office. The Workforce Initiative Package, introduced on Tuesday, January 18, includes a bill authored by Callahan. “The 35th Assembly District, like […]
Launch of BR Works, aims to provide opportunities for job seekers and employers
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – People looking for jobs in the Baton Rouge area now have an easier way to find employers, training opportunities and resources through the Baton Rouge job portal. Baton Rouge Area Chamber (BRAC): BR works. Job seekers can use the site to upload resumes, perform simple skills assessments, and browse available […]
These are the skills most sought after by Canadian job seekers
By Brooklyn Neustaeter, CTVNews.ca Editor Click here for updates on this story Toronto, Ontario (TVC network) — As the job market continues to shift amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a new report suggests employers are looking for candidates with skills that weren’t as relevant before 2020, including work experience. virtual customer service and safety compliance. According […]
Goodwill hosts free webinars to help job seekers change, clear criminal records and ace interviews
From Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Although Central Florida’s unemployment rate remains below 5%, many people are still searching for their next career opportunity, making Goodwill’s job connection services more important than ever to the community. Employment specialists worked virtually with job seekers to update resumes, practice interviewing and apply for vacancies online. Upcoming free […]
Orange County employers and job seekers face labor shortage
It’s extremely frustrating, Joe Hannigan said, to see how many job opportunities exist in the Hudson Valley and not even get a response from potential employers. “It seems like there are more options than ever before, not that I’ve been more successful than before,” said Hannigan, 32, of Walden, of his recent job search. “It […]
Library program offers help to job seekers | Local News
For those unable to access live support during set hours, recorded workshops, resume templates, interview tips, and skills assessment tools are available 24/7. JobNow also offers an Adult Learning Center, which includes everything from GED test prep, to academic tutoring to help with Microsoft Office. But Warren said the most exciting aspect of JobNow is […]
Central Washington Works: Welcome back, job seekers | Business
We have all seen the signs posted on the doors of businesses. “Help Wanted” adorns reading signs throughout the city. Banners touting new, higher wages for entry-level positions are hung on parking lot fences and the sides of buildings. Companies large and small are hiring and the majority of companies I speak to are struggling […]
What is your salary requirement? Job seekers and recruiters are rethinking pay talk
When she began her tech career over a decade ago, Shanae Chapman quickly felt comfortable answering traditional interview questions: core strengths (time management, attention to detail), weaknesses (prioritization). “Tell me about yourself” was tricky at first. No one in his family had ever held a job in a company before. What exactly did the interviewer […]
Top tips for job seekers in 2022
JT: One of the many joys of this time of year is that Dale and I can look back and offer our annual review of our top tips from last year’s columns. VALLEY: And with that advice goes our annual wish: May the coming year be the best yet. To apply for jobs that don’t […]
Job seekers speak loudly about their availability
Looking for a job. Should you advertise your availability on LinkedIn and other social networks? During the pandemic, hashtags such as #opentowork, #hireme and #ono – open to new opportunities – lit up social media and networking platforms, as unemployed professionals announced they were in the labor market. job. This is a marked departure from […]
Triad Community College helps job seekers navigate new careers
Rockingham Community College launched Career Development Services over the summer to help individuals develop the skills employers are looking for. ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, North Carolina — Rockingham Community College (RCC) is helping individuals navigate new careers with its new Career development services. The department that formed over the summer helps job seekers prepare for their job […]
Redlands Library Gets New Electronic Resources For Job Seekers And Others – Redlands Daily Facts
By Jennifer Downey AK Smiley Public Library Obtains Six New Electronic Resources To Help With Job Searching And Skills Building, Thanks To California State Library And COVID-19 State Funding. These new electronic resources will be available until September 30, 2022 and can be viewed at the library or at home. Coursera partners with colleges and […]
A Little-Known Travel Benefit For Job Seekers – And Here’s How To Get It
Job seekers can get half-price bus and train fares as part of a little-known discount scheme. Hundreds of thousands of people could miss out on free Jobcentre Plus travel discount card, recent figures have shown this. You can apply for the card, which is designed to help you return to work, if you are receiving […]
New CFO fund helps employees and job seekers move
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.– The Community Foundation of the Ozarks announced its “Let’s Get to Work Fund” Wednesday morning. The fund will support both workers and job seekers who face transportation issues that prevent them from getting hired or keeping their current job. TOP STORIES: Missouri man charged with revenge murder; victim accused of sexually abusing a […]
Gifts for job seekers, 2021 style – Twin Cities
Planning holiday gifts this year is more complex than conducting a stealth military operation. Supply chain logistics, schedule, finance, personnel – it’s all here. Pretty much all you would need to make the situation more dramatic is a giant scrollable map with little ship icons to show your purchases crossing the Pacific Ocean. Amy Lindgren […]
Sessions in Milford for job seekers
MILFORD — Preparing for interviews and working with recruiters are two of the issues on deck for this month’s Housatonic River Job Network meetings. – Dec. 1: The guest speaker will be Tina Kadish, owner of Life is Ideal and freedom strategist and life coach, according to a statement. The subject will be “The best […]
Job seekers lose out to artificial intelligence
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — There have been widespread reports of labor shortages and businesses unable to fill positions throughout the pandemic. But, there is another aspect of this story that has not received enough attention; millions of people are looking for jobs and cannot be hired because of online algorithms, artificial intelligence, etc. ABC Action […]
The traditional hiring system is broken. How job seekers can find their way
Virtual Young Professional Networking Getty According to a recent Harvard Business Report, the AI systems used to screen job applicants are preventing an estimated 27 million people from finding work. What is even more disheartening is that 75% of employers use these systems. The conversation around AI recruiting tools tends to be contentious, especially since […]
Man flooded with job offers after making hilarious app video on TikTok
A man who was laid off and decided to create a TikTok job application now has so many offers he has to turn companies down. You can see his inventive job search idea below – honestly, the production values are great. Jay Beech was happily working in marketing, until recently the company he worked for […]
Free Professional Resources – Monterey Herald
It often seems that we most need to find a job when we are least prepared to do so because we are at our lowest emotionally, financially or both. Job seekers tell me they are overwhelmed with the idea of looking for a job and often don’t know where to start. The longer you wait […]
Are you looking for a job in Kane County? WorkNet Offers Free Career Resources – Kane County Connects
WorkNet Batavia encourages all unemployed and displaced workers looking for work to come to 143 First Street in Batavia. The center is a one-stop-shop providing professional resources to all job seekers and employers in Kane, Kendall and DeKalb counties. WorkNet Batavia aims to serve unemployed, underemployed, laid off and displaced job seekers who are looking […]
80% of college seniors in Japan get job offers
A total of 80.5% of university seniors in Japan who are due to graduate next March secured job offers as of July 1, an improvement from last year when job search was affected by the coronavirus pandemic, according to an investigation. The online survey by Recruit Co., operator of employment information website Rikunabi, showed the […]
Women graduates accept job offers faster than men, and for less money — but why?
Patience is more than a virtue when it comes to looking for a job. Some 60% of women accept jobs before graduating from college, compared to 52% of men on average, and for less money, according to a study titled “Gender Differences in Job Search and the Earnings Gap: Evidence from Business Majors released by […]
Mental health and career resources for recent college graduates
By moving away from college friends, applying for jobs, and losing access to student resources, the transition to postgraduate life can be confusing, difficult, and costly. Credit: Rachel Jaycox | Lantern File Photo By moving away from college friends, applying for jobs, and losing access to student resources, the transition to postgraduate life can be […]
Biden warns you could lose unemployment if you turn down job offers
Image source: Getty Images Don’t risk losing your unemployment benefits without knowing the rules. In the United States, millions of Americans are still receiving unemployment benefits after losing their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns. And most unemployed people don’t just get their standard unemployment benefits. That’s because the American Rescue Plan Act, […]
Career experts offer free job search and career resources
Dear future, I am ready to manage and advance my career Getty To start you off on the right foot for the new year, I’ve compiled a great list of free career and job search resources from some of the nation’s leading experts. Topics cover LinkedIn, resumes, job search, hiring, career change, interviewing, and small […]
Governor Lamont Launches Initiative Providing Connecticut Residents with Professional Resources and Workforce Skills Enhancement in the Wake of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Press Releases 06/11/2020 Governor Lamont Launches Initiative Providing Connecticut Residents with Professional Resources and Workforce Skills Enhancement in the Wake of the COVID-19 Pandemic CT’s return to work initiative will help workers and businesses recover from the economic fallout from the public health emergency (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that as the […]
North Texas college graduates consider alternatives as job offers, internships disappear
Maha Razi, a senior at Southern Methodist University, received word in an email that her summer internship at Seacrest Studios has been pushed back to the fall. For the journalism major, her internship at the broadcast arm of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation that helps pediatric patients recover was going to be a career milestone before […]
Ahead of the Curve: Career Resources for Freshmen and Sophomores
Students know they will need many resources for a successful career search, from a strong resume and letters of recommendation to a support network of career counselors, mentors, and peers. An essential resource that they may not realize they are missing? It’s time to reflect. “It’s so important that students give themselves the time to […]
Career resources for academic and non-academic job search
Jason McSheene (Twitter) @JasonMcSheene) is a PhD student in molecular biology at Princeton University and creator of the PhD in Progress podcast. Many graduate students are well aware that the tenure-track career path is no longer the “default”. While a postdoctoral research position was once the expected norm, the current climate for stable academic careers […]