Back in October, the United States’ national unemployment rate remained below eight percent for the second consecutive month, as the economy generated 171,000 new jobs – the fourth straight month in which more than 100,000 jobs were created. Therefore, the results of the BLS’ latest “Metropolitan Area Employment and Unemployment” report were not entirely surprising, […] Read Article “Regional unemployment remains low”
Since July, private sector hiring has been quite extensive within the United States, as a majority of sectors have reported a rise in employment. Regardless of such trends, many economists were unsure whether or not private sector hiring would continue to be as wide-ranging in November, after Superstorm Sandy struck the coast of the Mid-Atlantic […] Read Article “Private sector hiring exceeds economists’ projections”
As the end of 2012 nears, many global economists are presently encouraged by the United States’ latest job growth trends. Not only was November’s employment report more positive than anticipated, but economic recovery has steadily occurred throughout the second half of the year. Since July, nearly 789,000 jobs have been generated. The national unemployment rate […] Read Article “Will the “fiscal cliff” be avoided?”
If a new job is all you want for Christmas, Hanukkah or any other holiday, this may well be the prime time to brush up on some traditional networking skills. The holiday season offers increased opportunities to interact with friends, family, neighbors and business associates at parties, activities and end-of-year gatherings. In other words, face-to-face networking […] Read Article “Five tips for making the most of in-person networking this holiday season”
Hot Jobs alert! Our weekly round-up is here. Check out one of these great opportunities and apply TODAY: 1) Multiple positions at Cirque du Soleil: Cirque du Soleil is hiring for ushers, food and beverage positions, merchandising positions and wardrobe attendants for their new show, Totem, in Miami. Apply NOW: http://adecco.io/cirquedusoleil 2) Data Entry and Mail […] Read Article “Hot Jobs”
Lately I hear a common theme from everyone I talk to; the standard response to the greeting “How are you?” has evolved from “Fine, thanks!” to “Busy!” Everyone is constantly talking about how busy they are; yet very few of these people seem to be actually getting anything done. The “busy” mentality often means someone […] Read Article “Why No Work Gets Done at The Office”
Presidential elections – particularly when an incumbent wins a second term — typically provide companies and organizations one thing they crave as they assess future investment and hiring plans: A respite from political uncertainty. Yet 2012 is not your typical year. While the re-election of Barack Obama likely rules out any radical departure from policies […] Read Article “What a second Obama term may mean for hiring, job growth”
In today’s global economy, relocating for a job is common. Interview travel expenses can add up quickly for companies looking to hire an out of state candidate. As an alternative, companies are conducting video interviews. Below are six tips for a successful video interview: 1. Be prepared to answer the call at the scheduled appointment […] Read Article “6 Tips for a Successful Video Interview”
Today is Black Friday, one of the biggest shopping days on the calendar and the rest of the long weekend brings us Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday. If you’re a small business owner, the holiday season can make or break your year. Having temporary labor for your small business is a great way to […] Read Article “Small Businesses and the Holiday Shopping Season”
Although the Thanksgiving holiday is tomorrow, many companies are releasing their employees early today to get a head start on the festivities. Some corporations are of the mindset that allowing employees to check out early the day before a holiday not only motivates team members but is also a nice perk and an easy way […] Read Article “Heading Home for the Holidays”