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Job-Hunting Tips, from What Color is Your Parachute?

How long does it take to find a new job? How effective are resumes? What is the #1 advice for the unemployed? Richard Bolles, author of the #1 best-selling career book of all time, answers these questions and offers advice … Continue reading

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JOB SEARCH!

Finding a job in this economy is hard! Here’s a little skit I made LOL PS: I DO FREELANCE WORK FOR EXTRA INCOME, BUT I WAS RECENTLY LAYED OFF FROM A COMPANY. SO OUT OF FUN, I MADE THIS LITTLE … Continue reading

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Bruce Razban: “Layoffs & Hope”: Unemployed, Laid Off, or Stressed Over Potential Sudden Job Loss?

My 32 years of Managment Consulting in Silicon Valley, CA with its volatile work life and frequent layoffs has taught me how to cope, recover, and even do well. Using some of 12 step program ideas for plans of action, … Continue reading

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Job Hunt “Back Home and Unemployed”

Job Hunt Episode 8: “Back Home and Unemployed: Jobs for Veterans” They led platoons in Iraq, but now that they’re back home, employers don’t see them as the right fit. How does military service translate into job experience? How does … Continue reading

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Laidoff / Unemployed: Job Hunting tips

Oprah’s job search expert offers reveals vital tips on how to survive – and prosper – after a layoff. Robin Ryan has spent the last 25 years helping career counseling clients just like you land a new, better paying job. … Continue reading

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Avoiding The Hatchet Man — Trailer

Hope for the best; prepare for the worst. Former Hatchet Man and author of “Avoiding The Hatchet Man” provides practical insight for those employed, on the bubble, unemployed or just entering the workforce.

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Unemployment Advice- Take Charge America, Inc.

Mike Sullivan, Director of Education, at Take Charge America gives valuable advice on how to survive unemployment. Topics include health benefits, government benefits, job searching, job interviewing, and keeping a strict budget. For more information please visit www.TakeChargeAmerica.org

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How to Survive Unemployment

Watch this video for a demonstration of “How to Survive Unemployment”. Tocomplete the task, you will need: An unemployment benefits application Job-posting sites Ways to bring in money Get started with the first step: If you haven’t already, apply for … Continue reading

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Journeys of an Unemployed Black Man pt. 1

I’m young, black, educated and unemployed!!! huh? Follow me in my ups and downs of the employment search

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Fired and feisty: Email from the unemployed

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