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Can't Find a Job? Retrain on Uncle Sam's Dime

Tuesday Oct 13, 2009

If the job you lost wasn't in the field of your dreams, then right now is a great time to retrain or to return to school (and the government may just be willing to foot the bill.)


Luxurious Mini Vacations at an Affordable Price

Tuesday Sep 22, 2009

Want to get away with your honey without breaking the bank? How about a mini vacation at a top-rated hotel? I know a place you can luxuriate at a great price. ll tell you about the hot deals I find, if you tell me about the hot deals you find. Deal?


Ask the Job Lady: Networking 101

Tuesday Sep 8, 2009

Have you maxed-out your existing personal, professional and social networks on your job search? Maybe it's time to hook-up with some new flesh.


Freelance vs. Corporate: How Should You Work?

Friday Aug 21, 2009

If you are currently working or looking to re-enter the fray, should you consider a corporate or freelance gig?


Ask the Job Lady: Should I Hire a Resume Writer?

Tuesday Aug 4, 2009

If you think that hiring a resume writer will solve your job search problem, think again.


Twitter to a Job

Monday Jun 1, 2009

Warren Sukernek scored ten interviews within 12 hours of being laid off. Here's how he did it.


Don’t Stand So Close To Me

Friday May 1, 2009

What companies are doing to protect their employees from the swine flu


Can't Get a Raise, How About a Spot Bonus

Monday Apr 27, 2009

At a time when companies are asking workers to accept pay-cuts, raises are scarce; but companies are handing out spot bonuses. Here's the skinny.


Job-Seekers: Four Reasons You Shouldn't Pay a Job Board

Tuesday Mar 24, 2009

Should you spend money to promote your resume on job boards or to find out who's checking you out?


How Much Transparency Is Too Much: Your Compensation Package

Thursday Mar 19, 2009

Congress is demanding the skinny on AIG exec pay. The State of New York has ruled that the compensation of Merrill executives was not a trade secret and can therefore be revealed. What about your pay?


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