Posts tagged with “job”

The thing about getting a job is that there is no simple and easy "follow these steps and you're guaranteed to get hired" formula. Here at Emurse we give all kinds of tips and strategies and here's another for inspiration: 4 of the steps most critical to getting hired.

• #1: Customize your resume and pitch to each interview.
• #2: Focus more on results and a little less on skills and responsibilities.
• #3: Get the inside track, meaning make a point to find out and understand the company's culture, focuses, and needs before you apply and interview (so you can better do #1!).
• #4: Make a great first impression by dressing the part and having a positive, powerful presence.

Sadly, being grateful to have a job doesn't make the daily grind in a position you hate much easier to bear. If you're miserable and stuck because of a lack of options in this economy then first figure out why exactly you're so unhappy. Is it your boss? Do you feel overworked and under-appreciated? Or maybe you're just plain bored by what you do?

Once you've got the problem narrowed down you can take steps to make the most of a less-than-perfect situation.

If it's your boss:
Poor communication can be an issue so see if you can set up regular meetings to go over your progress and help you maintain an understanding of what your boss wants from you. If there's a personality clash between the two of you remember that managers often bear more stress than you know and so if they seem standoffish or rude it's probably nothing personal!

If it's the work:
Set goals for yourself or work to find solutions to challenges the company as a whole is facing (can you figure out way to save them money somehow?).

If you're constantly worried you'll the be next to go:
Resist the urge to let despair to take over and stay positive. Make yourself as valuable as possible by going the extra mile whenever you can, and by making sure all your work is top-notch. And of course it never hurts to build yourself a safety net by nurturing your network and updating your resume.

And if all else fails just grin and bear it -- the job market will get better!

The most recent numbers are in and the job market still doesn't look good: all but 6 states reported losing jobs in April with California leading the pack (for the 5th straight month) by reporting more than 63,000 jobs gone. Texas came in second, reporting job losses of 39,500, and Michigan was third with 38,400. The industries of manufacturing, construction, and retail are some of the hardest hit in the states with the highest unemployment rates, and the nation has a whole has lost a total of 5.7 million jobs since the recession began back in December of 2007.

So have we finally hit bottom? Will we finally start seeing some positive news in the job market? I hope so, it's about time!

These days, everyone is looking for the safety net. The fabled 'recession-proof job.'

Consumer confidence here in the United States is pushing all time lows and folks are naturally wondering if they should be changing careers. After losing a job or when facing possible job loss, it's a natural reaction. It's this reaction that often leads someone to great personal endeavors.

But be warned. The term "recession-proof" is somewhat of a misnomer.

Wondering what the highest starting salaries are for new graduates? National Association of Colleges & Employers has you covered.

According to this years survey, hiring for college graduates should pick up 1.3% over 2008. While still an increase, it's the lowest such increase in six years (since the last U.S. recession, go figure).

If you're trying to figure out what industry to go into, what major to choose, or are otherwise curious, here are the top ten highest starting salaries for 2009.

Highest Paying Degrees

10. Marketing & Marketing Management
Average starting salary of $43,334

9. Business Admin / Business Management
Average starting salary of $45,887

8. Accounting
Average starting salary of $48,334

7. Information Sciences & Systems
Average starting salary of $49,167

6. Economics & Finance
Average starting salary of $49,794

(Guest post by Jesus Salgueiro)

So you've quit your job. What do you do next? Hopefully you have another job lined up, but that's not always the case. If you're about to gear up for a job hunt, we've prepared a short guide to help offer up some advice and a few things to think about.