<![CDATA[Careers & Job Searching - Yahoo! Voices]]> en-us Copyright 2012 voices.yahoo.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sun, 12 Feb 2012 15:21:39 EDT http://l.yimg.com/ck/siteimg/PP-voices.jpg http://voices.yahoo.com/ Voices <![CDATA[5 Ways Teens Can Shine in a Summer Job Interview]]> Teens can shine and beat the competition for finding a summer job by doing these 5 things in the job interview.

Contributor: Marcia Robinson
Published: Feb 06, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/5-ways-teens-shine-summer-job-interview-10926160.html <![CDATA[What to Teach Your Teen About Work]]> What should parents be teaching their children about work? The answers may surprise you.

Contributor: Christopher Tanis
Published: Dec 06, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/5-things-teach-teenager-work-10590285.html <![CDATA[Employer's Tips for First Job Resume]]> I run a small coffee shop, and I see resumes on a monthly basis, if not weekly. Hopefully, this article will help you avoid making some of the common mistakes I see in those resumes.

Contributor: Eric Martin
Published: Dec 16, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/an-employers-3-tips-writing-resume-your-10681453.html <![CDATA[Coping With Unemployment Stress]]> Over stressed from losing a job? Here are 7 steps to help you cope with unemployment stress.

Contributor: Anthony Campanaro
Published: Nov 02, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/coping-unemployment-stress-7104572.html <![CDATA[Five Businesses You Can Start With Little Money]]> There are endless small business opportunities that don’t cost a lot of money. Here is a basic list that should get you started in the right direction.

Contributor: Gerald Kennedy
Published: Jan 05, 2012

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/five-businesses-start-little-money-10765985.html <![CDATA[Tweeting Professionally]]> Learn how to tweet and make the most out of micro-blogging. Although 140 characters hardly seem like enough rope with which to professionally hang yourself, it is possible. Observing proper Twitter etiquette protects freelancers and professionals.

Contributor: Sylvia Cochran
Published: May 31, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/twitter-etiquette-freelancers-8562417.html <![CDATA[Living With Losing Your Job]]> Three things to do if you find yourself without a job.

Contributor: Lisa Laliberte
Published: Dec 13, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/it-could-never-happen-you-10621179.html <![CDATA[Occupy Your Job]]> The Occupy movement which has dominated global headlines this fall offers great examples of things to do and not to do to advance your career.

Contributor: Dan Berthiaume
Published: Dec 13, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/occupy-job-10661261.html <![CDATA[5 Most Common Mistakes New Food Truck Owners Make]]> The food truck business is booming with lots of new trucks all across the country. Learning these five common mistakes of new food truck operators will help your business succeed.

Contributor: Rosie Lee
Published: Dec 05, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/five-most-common-mistakes-food-truck-owners-make-10561847.html <![CDATA[Resume Ruining Job Search?]]> If you're frustrated at how long your job search is taking, consider these signs that it may be time for a resume makeover.

Contributor: Jewel Bracy DeMaio, Executive Resume Writer
Published: Dec 07, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/think-resume-may-messing-job-search-9002073.html <![CDATA[Baking Through Recession]]> A tight job market and the recession cause many people to look at their own talents to make a living.

Contributor: Debbie Henthorn
Published: Jun 10, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/baking-bread-through-recession-6191066.html <![CDATA[Part-Timing in a Bad Economy]]> How several part-time jobs at once can not only make financial sense, but actually be a lot of fun. Written by a teacher/writer/massage therapist/blogger who is doing fine.

Contributor: Elizabeth Danu
Published: Nov 01, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/patchwork-economics-during-recession-9487115.html <![CDATA[Employers, Why the Hate?]]> Over twenty-five years in HR, I haven't seen a job-search environment quite as hard on job-seekers as this one is. Why do employers abuse job applicants? Don't they know that their insulting job-application processes are driving the best candidates away?

Contributor: Liz Ryan
Published: Nov 21, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/employers-why-hate-10458985.html <![CDATA[First Person: Inside U.S. Census]]> On our fourth morning of training for the job of U.S. Census Enumerator, our class was told we were being "let go" for lack of work. We then had to finish the day's lessons and take a test.

Contributor: Laurie Chasseur
Published: May 12, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/my-2010-us-census-job-lasted-4-days-6004360.html <![CDATA[How to Deal With an Annoying Coworker]]> If you find yourself dreading work due to an annoying coworker, here are some tips to help you.

Contributor: Cheryl Williams
Published: Nov 16, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-deal-annoying-coworker-10456453.html <![CDATA[Where to Learn How to Shoe a Horse]]> There is great need for good farriers in the horse world and these schools offer great classes.

Contributor: Carol Slater
Published: Oct 31, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/farrier-schools-where-go-learn-10306585.html <![CDATA[Creating an Educational Portfolio]]> Jobs in education are competitive. Stand out from the crowd with a quality portfolio.

Contributor: Jennifer Tolbert
Published: May 13, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/creating-educational-portfolio-6013832.html <![CDATA[Picking the Right Online College]]> Online colleges have become quite popular. How can you determine if a specific school or program is worth the expense? What factors should be taken into consideration when choosing an online school or program?

Contributor: Zandra Castillo
Published: Nov 02, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-pick-right-online-college-10348393.html <![CDATA[The Burden of Student Loan Overload]]> How student loans have kept me under a cloud of debt for so many years.

Contributor: Tammy Higginbotham
Published: Oct 21, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/the-burden-student-loan-overload-10254941.html <![CDATA[Working With Dyslexia]]> Dyslexia can get in the way of your job but it doesn't have to. There are things that you can do to make Dyslexia work for you on your job.

Contributor: Dawn Hawkins
Published: May 28, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/making-dyslexia-work-workplace-6107472.html <![CDATA[Job Search Tips for Convicted Felons]]> What to do when you're released from jail and need to find work to survive.

Contributor: Chris Loomis, P.I.
Published: Jun 03, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-job-even-if-youre-convicted-6093738.html <![CDATA['Standardized Patients' Earn Money in Golden Years]]> An important, fun way to earn some extra money and give back to the community. And it doesn't hurt to be "older."

Contributor: Jill Taggart
Published: Jul 08, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/earn-money-golden-years-6335434.html <![CDATA[Degrees Hamper Job Search?]]> College degrees are said to be indispensable in any job search. The long-term unemployed now realize that their costly education may actually get in the way of finding jobs. Is rethinking vocational training the answer for the next generation?

Contributor: Sylvia Cochran
Published: Aug 05, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/longterm-unemployed-hampered-job-6536328.html <![CDATA[Spot Discrimination in Job Interviews]]> Even with discrimination laws, interviewers still ask illegal questions to get what they are after. Learn your job interview rights and what they really want to know.

Contributor: Sean Haggard
Published: Aug 20, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/eight-sneaky-ways-interviewers-ask-6609352.html <![CDATA[First Person: 'Iron Man of Unemployment']]> An editor looks at his employment opportunity in a field in which many jobs have been outsourced.

Contributor: Jon C. Hopwood
Published: Jun 10, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/job-hunting-job-has-been-6190314.html <![CDATA[Teen Business Ideas]]> Three ideas for starting a successful teen business with resources and links included.

Contributor: Jennifer LeMaire
Published: Jun 16, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/teen-business-ideas-young-entrepreneurs-6160964.html <![CDATA[So You Wanna Be a Blackjack Dealer]]> Casino gaming has spread across the United States and even the world. A seasoned worker offers his tips and experiences as a blackjack dealer in Vegas.

Contributor: Karen LoBello
Published: Sep 10, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/so-wanna-blackjack-dealer-6750052.html <![CDATA[Education Benefits for Army Officers]]> An overview of the education benefits available to serving officers in the U.S. Army.

Contributor: Rich Thomas
Published: Aug 27, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/education-benefits-army-officers-6608784.html <![CDATA[Query Letters: What Not to Say]]> Writing a great query letter can be all it takes to get that plum writing assignment. To catch the eye of top editors, make sure you avoid these common mistakes.

Contributor: Morgan Vermeil
Published: Nov 13, 2006

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/common-query-letter-mistakes-avoid-them-111512.html <![CDATA[Writing for a Living in a Troubled Economy]]> A look at finding job stability in an unstable economy through self-employment opportunities.

Contributor: Tara M. Clapper
Published: Sep 12, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/first-person-selfemployment-most-stable-9105885.html <![CDATA[Thank You Notes: Email or Mail?]]> You've wowed them in the interview, now what? Do you send a thank you letter? Do you send an email? How about good old fashioned snail mail? Find out how to skillfully follow up your interview to achieve maximum results.

Contributor: Jennifer LeMaire
Published: Oct 14, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/interview-etiquette-guide-6965654.html <![CDATA[Can Facebook Get You Fired?]]> The National Labor Relations Board has filed a complaint against a Connecticut company for firing an employee who complained about a co-worker on Facebook. This case will help determine whether freedom to organize extends to social networking sites.

Contributor: Meghan Williams
Published: Nov 10, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/court-case-will-determine-whether-facebook-7157206.html <![CDATA[Zoo Keepers: What Do They Do All Day?]]> An overview of all the different tasks a zoo keeper, like myself, has to do.

Contributor: Ellen Vossekuil
Published: Mar 21, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/zoo-keepers-they-all-day-7989288.html <![CDATA[Secrets of Organic CSA Farmer]]> Melanie Meyers is one of a new breed of farmers who runs a CSA, or Community Supported Agriculture, where people can buy shares of the farm's produce.

Contributor: Moravia Harper
Published: Feb 03, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/secrets-organic-csa-farmer-7772794.html <![CDATA[Top Green Jobs: What to Learn]]> This article includes the top five green jobs of the future and the skills that you will need to have to obtain them.

Contributor: Heather Peterson
Published: Jan 24, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/top-green-jobs-skills-needed-7676960.html <![CDATA[5 Tips for a Successful Military Career]]> Serving your country involves far more than just raising your right hand. To make a good go of it, there are a few things that can make or break your career.

Contributor: A.L. Masters
Published: Jun 13, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/5-tips-successful-military-career-8585813.html <![CDATA[Lies, Resumes, Your Career]]> Lies, embellishments, exaggerations - whatever you call them, they will hurt you. No longer viewed as simple no nos, these can now ruin careers and cause problems never even heard of a few years ago.

Contributor: Marie Duffoo
Published: Apr 17, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/lying-resumes-helpful-hurtful-5819718.html <![CDATA[The ABC's of Getting a Promotion]]> Your next promotion is waiting for you to claim. By utilizing these ABC's you can devise a successful self-promotion plan destined to catch the boss's approval.

Contributor: Jo Jackson
Published: Apr 11, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/the-abcs-getting-promotion-8232631.html <![CDATA[Signs that You Need a Career Change]]> If you are unhappy at work and don't like your job, how do you know if the problem is the job itself or your career field? Read on to learn how three things about yourself can tell you if you are in need of a career change.

Contributor: Christine Rice
Published: Jun 08, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/signs-career-change-8553647.html <![CDATA[Top 5 Job Interview Questions]]> These are the top 5 questions you will be asked during a job interview. They help employers decide if you are the most qualified person for the job.

Contributor: Tammy Lee
Published: Apr 11, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/top-5-job-interview-questions-8207513.html <![CDATA[Small Business Hiring Tips]]> While there isn't an exact science to hiring employees, and even the most experienced hiring manager can make mistakes, here are a few hiring priorities to consider when forming a small business hiring strategy.

Contributor: K. W. Calhoun
Published: Apr 03, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/small-business-hiring-wading-through-8203417.html <![CDATA[Struggling Network Marketers]]> The purpose of joining a Network Marketing business is to build a life time residual income, plus have fun doing it, but, if you are struggling, frustrated and making no money... then you need to re-think some things.

Contributor: Scott Hallock
Published: Apr 12, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/struggling-network-marketers-8279333.html <![CDATA[Simple, yet Creative Ways to Earn a Extra Income]]> What are you doing to help your situation? Sitting there with a self-indulgent attitude will get you nowhere! The ideas listed below will work for teenagers as well as adults who need to make extra income. You can do anything you put your mind to!

Contributor: Dawn Scarbrough
Published: Mar 01, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/simple-yet-creative-ways-earn-7872036.html <![CDATA[Managing HR Workflow]]> HR staff is expected to support to employees in a timely manner, which can be challenging as a company grows. If you find yourself purposely using back hallways to avoid running into employees, it's time to evaluate interruptions that can be controlled.

Contributor: Barbara Raskauskas
Published: Dec 20, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/3-controllable-interruptions-human-7402472.html <![CDATA[Keeping Office Productivity Up During the Holidays]]> These ideas will help keep your office running smoothly during holidays.

Contributor: Fred Fletcher
Published: Nov 01, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/keeping-office-productivity-during-7080348.html <![CDATA[How to Write a Resume that Makes a Hiring Manager Smile]]> Making a Hiring Manager smile starts with understanding the difference between a resume that markets you, and one that just lists everything you have ever done. The first persuades and inspires, and latter bores and frustrates.

Contributor: Philip Schoen
Published: Nov 10, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-write-resume-makes-7130526.html <![CDATA[Oil Spill Jobs - Gulf Employment]]> The oil spill may be over, but the jobs are still there for water cleanup in the gulf. Learn how to apply now.

Contributor: Lea Barton
Published: Aug 12, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/oil-spill-jobs-gulf-employment-6541766.html <![CDATA[What Companies Think About Applicants with Online Degrees]]> If you have an online degree, you should know about some of the issues that companies have with online degrees, and how to overcome them.

Contributor: L. Vincent Poupard
Published: Jul 14, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/what-companies-think-applicants-6356948.html <![CDATA[Going Above and Beyond: Great Tips for Front Counter Customer Service]]> Tips and strategies for providing great customer service at the front counter of a retail store.

Contributor: Alex Parsons
Published: Jul 13, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/going-above-beyond-great-tips-6350680.html <![CDATA[Social Media and the Job Hunt]]> Even talented candidates for Web-based jobs will likely fall to the bottom of an employer's list if they don't show social media skills and experience.

Contributor: Gini Dietrich
Published: May 03, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/using-social-media-find-job-5955984.html <![CDATA[June 2010 Unemployment Report Shows Fewer Americans Jobless. Is This True?]]> The June 2010 unemployment report states that there are 652,000 fewer employment seekers from May 2010, but what does this really mean?

Contributor: Emily Cardiff
Published: Jul 05, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/june-2010-unemployment-report-shows-6340148.html <![CDATA[How to Protect Your Online Reputation and Remain Hirable]]> Your online profile may be the cause for the lack of call backs and the one thing stopping you from the coveted interview and gainful employment.

Contributor: Nik Minor
Published: Jun 16, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/how-protect-online-reputation-6182772.html <![CDATA[Will White Fonting Help Your Resume Come Out on Top?]]> In today's competitive job market, many candidates are looking for ways to ensure that their resume "looks good" to the ATS program. One emerging method that some job seekers use is called white fonting.

Contributor: Angie Mohr CA CMA
Published: Jun 16, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/will-white-fonting-help-resume-6158086.html <![CDATA[Is Your Facebook Profile Preventing You from Getting a Job?]]> You can't stop a company from running a web search on your name, but you can control what you put on the internet and what privacy settings you opt for. Experts weigh in on what to avoid posting online to maximize your chances of finding a job.

Contributor: Elizabeth V. Miller
Published: Jun 03, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/is-facebook-profile-preventing-6118582.html <![CDATA[Small Business Success - Thinking Outside the Box]]> Within weeks of moving to Chicago, I had lost my $65,000 a year job and there was a hiring freeze at my old company. I had no idea where to turn.

Contributor: Kelley Cullers
Published: Jun 03, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/small-business-success-thinking-outside-6112242.html