Articles for job seekers.
Every year we release our Job Market Perspectives report, which details the current state of the job market broken down by industry sector and region. The report also contains important topics and useful information such as a 2013 year in review, a summary of the last five years, as well as an executive polling section […] Read Article “2014 Job Market Perspectives Blog Series – Part Two: 2013, A Year in Review”
Every year we release our Job Market Perspectives report, which details the current state of the job market broken down by industry sector and region. The report also contains important topics and useful information such as a 2013 year in review, a summary of the last five years, as well as an executive polling section […] Read Article “2014 Job Market Perspectives Blog Series – Part One: The Recession”
The graphic & web design fields are highly competitive. To attract clients and garner interest in your work, a portfolio is a must-have. Not only can you use it to showcase your talent and tell the world you are for hire, it also acts as a point of contact and a place where prospective clients […] Read Article “Build An Online Portfolio & Showcase Your Work”
With a new year and new jobs data having been released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we are publishing a two-part blog series to highlight some of the latest job market trends. In part one, we discussed job sectors experiencing growth, touched on emerging industries and explored some thriving geographic regions. In part two, […] Read Article “2014 Workforce Trends: Part 2 – Where the Jobs Aren’t”
With a new year and new jobs data having been released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we are publishing a two-part blog series to highlight some of the latest job market trends. In part one, we’ll discuss job sectors experiencing growth, touch on emerging industries and explore some thriving geographic regions. In part two, […] Read Article “2014 Workforce Trends: Part 1 – Where the Jobs Are”
When you think of Pinterest, you most likely think of crafts, fashion and recipes. But the social network has numerous uses beyond homemaking and couture. Many professionals, especially those in the creative fields such as graphic design and marketing, use Pinterest to find inspiration and organize their ideas. What is Pinterest? Pinterest is a social […] Read Article “Using Pinterest to Organize Your Work Ideas & Inspirations”
Freelancing is best described as working on a contractual basis and not being committed to any one company or agency. In other words, freelance designers are self-employed and control their schedule, rates, and choose the projects they work on. While working from home in your pajamas may seem like a dream job for some, it […] Read Article “Designers: To freelance Or Not to Freelance? That is the Question.”
Will the U.S. job market finally turn the corner in 2014? And, if so, what will be the hottest careers as the economy improves? Many experts say employment will continue to improve in the coming year. Kiplinger’s Economic Outlook 2014 estimated that net job growth will see an uptick from about 180,000 a month this […] Read Article “Promising Job Sectors in 2014”
In this competitive job market, it’s more important than ever to set yourself apart from the crowd if you want to catch the attention of busy recruiters and hiring managers. Savvy job seekers need a personal promotion strategy to enhance their chances of rising to the surface in the vast sea of generic resumes. Here […] Read Article “Stand Out and Be Hired!”
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released the November 2013 unemployment report showing an addition of 203,000 new jobs and a decreased unemployment rate of 7.0%, the lowest level in five years. Last month’s unemployment report pleasantly surprised experts with a solid increase in jobs added—all taking place during the government shutdown. In light […] Read Article “Unemployment Drops to Lowest in Five Years”