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Heading back to school? Prepare to live on a student budget

"The Dallas Morning News" — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

DALLAS — Many workers these days, especially those who have been laid off, are returning to school to learn a new trade or improve their marketability.

While the investment is a wise move, keep in mind that it will be a tough financial adjustment at first.

Joyce Richman: How to hang on to your job

"Joyce Richman ()" — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

Given the numbers of people looking for a way back into a market that recently shut them out, it makes sense that this space is often used to address the needs of job seekers.

But there’s another topic that is important in this day and age, and that is how to hang on to the job you already have. So, for those teetering toward being left behind, here are a few reminders:

JobTalk with a library associate

"Patrick Collins ()" — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 02:00:00 -0500

About our participant

Dreaded Question:

"Eddie Huffman ()" — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

Can felons land a job in this market? And how do they explain their criminal history on a job application?

Joyce Richman: Don’t get used to your new routine

"Joyce Richman ()" — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

Don’t get used to being in that mode after being laid off. You know the mode: staying up late, waking up late. Oprah Winfrey in the afternoon, Conan O’Brien at night. You kid yourself into thinking you’re looking for a job when you jump online, browse through a few postings and fire off some e-mails.

NOT LONG TO LEARN: Short-term training opens the door to careers in health care

"Joya Wesley ()" — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 02:00:00 -0500

health care matters: Part two of a two-part series

In as little as one semester, job seekers can complete training and go on to become certified in one of an array of available entry-level health care jobs.

Operating room nurses rely on quick thinking

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 02:00:00 -0500

Anyone who watches TV medical dramas is familiar with the high-pressure world of operating room nurses.

Profiles in nursing

"Joya Wesley ()" — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:53:31 -0400

When you ask someone what they do for a living and you get the answer, “I’m a nurse,” the response doesn’t explain too much about the job.

That’s because these days nursing offers so many different options in terms of job functions, work environments and specialties.

Job Talk with an audiologist

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 03:00:00 -0400

About our participant

■ Name/age: Philip C. Griffin, 32■ Occupation: Doctor of Audiology■ Employer: The Hearing Clinic, Greensboro■ Years in field: 2 1/2

Joyce Richman: How to shorten, strengthen your long-winded résumé

"Joyce Richman ()" — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 03:00:00 -0400

You’re an attractive candidate. You have an excellent personality, a great smile and you exude positive energy. If you can get in front of an interviewer, you have the potential to do well. But you have to get there first, and right now your résumé is blocking the way.

Be tactful but confident when attempting to receive due credit

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 03:00:00 -0400

It seems stealing occurs in the office — and I am not referring to taking paper clips or staplers. Employees must deal with co-workers stealing ideas. Twenty-nine percent of workers say a colleague has received praise for their suggestion, according to a survey by OfficeTeam, a staffing service that questioned 444 employees.

Joyce Richman: Fix your behavior, keep your job

"Joyce Richman ()" — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 03:00:00 -0400

Just because you are fortunate enough to have a job in this economy doesn’t mean you have to love your job.

Words for women

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 03:00:00 -0400

FORT WORTH, Texas — Ten years ago, Tory Johnson had an idea: Launch a company that puts on career fairs for women.

Now her company, Women For Hire, runs recruiting events nationwide. The 39-year-old also is the workplace contributor for ABC’s “Good Morning America” and a best-selling author of career-help books.

The objective question

"Eddie Huffman ()" — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:00:00 -0400

Should you use an objective on your résumé? A clear, definitive answer continues to elude job seekers, mostly because it simply depends on who you ask.

Recent trends suggest job market is better for veterans

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:00:00 -0400

After serving our country in the armed forces, it can be difficult for veterans to return to the working world. It makes for an even harder transition if jobs tend to be less available. According to the Labor Department, there was an 11.2 percent jobless rate for vetrans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan earlier in the year — 4 percent higher compared to last year.

Joyce Richman: How to stay on the right path

"Joyce Richman ()" — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:00:00 -0400

Looking for work can be difficult and time-consuming. You have to conduct self-assessments and research on companies that you are targeting. You have to be open to new and challenging opportunities when you’d rather focus on work you know you can do. And you probably will have to hear “no” when all you want to hear is “yes.”

Careers 101: What is your brand?

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:00:00 -0400

It’s hard to think of yourself as a brand. But in a sense, you are.

You leave people with an impression, an experience — a brand. For instance, broadcast journalist Walter Cronkite’s brand was trust.

As a job seeker, having your own brand will help the people who can connect you with job opportunities, as well as potential employers,

Companies can take steps to improve morale among unhappy staffs

"Amy Dominello ()" — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:00:00 -0400

When the economy starts to turn around, many employees will be looking for the door at their current workplaces, hoping to find a job elsewhere. Workers seem to be dissatisfied with their current company’s compensation, career development paths and retention attempts.

Joyce Richman: Try a different approach if you are overqualified

"Joyce Richman ()" — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:00:00 -0400

Q: What should you do if you’re overqualified for a job? Downplay your education? Leave out half of your experience?

From armed forces to work force

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 03:00:00 -0400

If you’ve ever served in the military, you know how much dedication and hard work is required to succeed.

Employers look for similar qualities in job candidates, but transferring these skills from military to civilian life can take some tweaking.

JOB Talk with a medical technologist

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 03:00:00 -0400

■ Name/age: Lynda Sommers, 47

■ Occupation: Medical technologist, laboratory supervisor

■ Employer: LabCorp, Burlington

■ Years in field: 22

Joyce Richman: Changing careers? Find someone who you can trust

"Joyce Richman ()" — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 03:00:00 -0400

Thank you for your recent questions. Here are a few answers:

Q: I want to change careers but need help figuring it out. Who can I go to?

Survival Stories: Felice Gavin, administrative professional

"Patrick Collins ()" — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 03:00:00 -0400

During her nearly six-month-long job search, Felice Gavin would come home each evening to one of three things for dinner: a Lean Cuisine meal, cheese and crackers, or nothing at all.

On a recent evening, however, she had cause to enjoy a decent meal. Gavin, who turns 64 today, had finally landed a job she really wanted at New Breed Logistics in High Point, and a Lean Cuisine dinner just wouldn’t do the occasion justice.

Employers check job candidates’ online profiles before hiring

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 03:00:00 -0400

Job seekers should think twice before posting that funny photo or crude joke on their social networking profile. As social networking sites grow in popularity, more hiring managers look to these sites during the hiring process.

Joyce Richman: Don’t make these common mistakes

"Joyce Richman ()" — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 03:00:00 -0400

I’m often asked to describe some of the biggest mistakes that job seekers make. Here are just a few to avoid:A telephone voice that sounds depressed. If you come off as if you’re really feeling down about your job search, that’s a red flag to networking contacts, references or potential employers. They want to talk with people who sound positive, energetic and ready to work, no matter how desperate their situation may be.