Careers Article Archive
September 13, 2009
New initiative
As unemployment remains at double-digit levels and economists cautiously point to signs the recession may be winding down, commu... Continue
How to move your kids toward a career, part 2
You’re asking all kinds of questions about how to get your kids out of the house and into a job. Here are a few that are r... Continue
JobTalk with a customer service associate
About our participant ■ Name/age: Wan Saengvanpheng, 29 ■ Occupation: Customer service associate ■ Employer: Deluxe Corp. Continue
September 6, 2009
Getting business rolling: Finding a niche and becoming an expert is the key to entrepreneurial success in a soft economy
John Burns is no wheeler-dealer, despite the fact that his recession-era business is holding its own in what can be described as... Continue
How to help move your kids toward a career
How do I get my kids out of the house and into a job when they don’t know what to do? It depends on their age. Youngsters... Continue
August 30, 2009
Home price indexes don’t tell the full story
Q: I’ve been concerned with the news that housing prices throughout the U.S. have been falling dramatically. How are housi... Continue
Fresh start: Former Dell worker jumps into a new career with help from GTCC's Quick Jobs program
When Enock Severe lost his manufacturing job in December, the 36-year-old turned to a training program that has helped hundreds... Continue
JOB TALK with a massage therapist
Editor’s note: Answers are submitted by e-mail and have been edited for space and clarity. How did you become involved in... Continue
Joyce Richman: Always send a thank-you note; go solo to job fairs
Thanks for sending your questions about the job search. Let’s start with a few you’ve asked about thank-you notes, s... Continue
August 27, 2009
Upcoming Triad Job Fairs & Calendar
Thursday, Dec. 3 Continue
August 23, 2009
Applicants try unique methods to stand out in job search
How far will you go to grab a manager’s attention and land the open position? Continue
Greensboro Public Library
What’s small and rectangular, available to everyone, absolutely free, yet infinitely valuable to job seekers in Guilford C... Continue
Joyce Richman: Practice mock interviewing to perfect technique
In this economy, with competition for each and every job, you simply can’t afford to drop the ball when it counts most. I... Continue
August 16, 2009
Lab technician and former mill worker: 'For me, it was a natural transition'
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. — For the N.C. Research Campus to reach the promise its founder had in mind, it will need more people lik... Continue
Job developer: Get your ducks in a row before filling out applications
PHILADELPHIA — As a job developer and counselor for Goodwill Industries of Southern New Jersey and Philadelphia, Gloria Le... Continue
Career counselor: Vague résumés get no respect
Thanks for your calls and e-mails recently, which have helped me to guide you as you figure your way through this crazy job mark... Continue
August 10, 2009
AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
More people than ever are enrolling in distance education courses to take advantage of flexible scheduling and, if they’re... Continue
August 9, 2009
Paying for the dream: Simple steps solve financing puzzle
Paying for school is as easy as 1, 2 ... Actually, just two steps are required to get started paying for your education. First y... Continue
Library holding online degree information session
Are you interested in earning a degree online? The Greensboro Public Library may have the information you need to get started. Continue
August 2, 2009
Nondegree programs have wide appeal
If you’re mulling over educational and career options, nondegree and certificate programs might fit your needs. Less expen... Continue
GATE program helps the unemployed find their business niche
Imagine a program that not only gives participants an education, but also prepares them in such a way that upon completion they... Continue
July 26, 2009
JOBTalk with a hospice nurse
Name/age Dierdre Johnson, 32 Occupation: Registered nurse, in-home hospice care Employer: Tender Loving Care Home Health and Hos... Continue
Richman: Make yourself known by being direct and specific
People remember specifics. If you want to stand out from the crowd in this market, it’s more important than ever that you... Continue
Springboard for success: Women’s Resource Center of Greensboro
Many resources are available in the community to help job seekers, but there’s one that focuses solely on the needs of wom... Continue
