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Holiday Jobs: Get On The Bandwagon

If you are looking for work, some relief might come in the way of landing a job for the holidays. Although it may not lead to permanent work, it can at the very least help defray some holiday expenses. The options are endless as the holidays promote not only the usual surge in gift sales but all the adjunct industries as well. Companies like FedEx and UPS need many people to help them get through their busiest season of the year. According to UPS spokesperson, Heather Robinson, between Thanksgiving and Christmas the company expects to deliver between 14 and 20 … Continue reading →

Making New Year’s Resolutions

Yes, I am thinking about making a New Year’s Resolution.  I know, many people say when you do this, you are only setting yourself up for failure.  But sometimes, you just need something to get you kicked off in the right direction. This year, as with all years in the past, I am resolving to lose weight.  Oh, I know I can do it – I lost 30 pounds three years ago.  And then gained it all back within the stressful last two years of returning to the workforce, moving, and changing jobs twice. But this year, I need to … Continue reading →

The Summer Job Market for Teens Looks Bleak

In just a few short months, school will be over for the summer and there will be a slew of teens and college students looking for work. But seasonal work this year might be hard to come by. In a survey released by SnagaJob.com (a website that features hourly rate jobs), most employers say they’re not hiring seasonal help this year. That makes for fewer jobs. Plus, experts agree that summer vacations, camps, and other activities that teens might normally enjoy are on the down swing this summer because of the recession. That leaves lots of available teens who might … Continue reading →