Trouble in fall 2009? college graduates can’t find jobs; states raising taxes; marriage decline

Japans Prime Minister announced a 15.4 Trillion Yen Economic Stimulus Package •$154 billion More States Look to Raise Taxes •Tax revenue is plummeting nationwide and states are responding with even more taxes online.wsj.com economix.blogs.nytimes.com US FED: FOMC Downgraded its GDP Projection For 2009, 2010 •Federal Open Market Committees new forecast is •GDP between -1.3…

5 Easy Ways to Make Your Boss Think You’re Indispensable

Who isn’t dead scared by the prospect of unemployment? In these difficult times, the last thing anyone with a paying job needs is to be fired, laid off, or be considered “redundant”. If you want to guarantee you’ll be the last one your boss would let go even when the company goes bankrupt, make your 5 Easy Ways to Make Your …

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too many on the intern ship?

When the nuts and bolts of corporate structure are tightened and employees are laid off, interns are the best way to keep up with the added workload. Though interns are vital to the corporate stability in an economic recession, new competition for intern seats are now leaving qualified candidates in the dust. As if the months of searching and applying to get …

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You Don’t Need to Confess You are Unemployed

When you are introducing yourself to someone new it is not necessary to include the phrase “I’ve been laid off” or something similar within the first few seconds of your elevator pitch. Perhaps it is instinct that is directing you to “confess” this information. Perhaps you feel the need to be honest, or maybe it makes you feel …

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Top 5 Recession Proof Jobs

Despite economic recession, a few occupations are hiring and retaining workers. Here’s how to find a job with less chance of being laid off.

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Laid off advice and other interesting jobversations

8 new shows this week. NOTE: this will be our last update for a few weeks as our team takes a much needed vacation. We’ll have more new shows beginning Aug 17. But dont worry we’ll be replaying some of the most popular shows during that time period. 1 SECRETS OF THE JOB HUNT : Laidoff advice from coach Mike…

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older workers branching out

A new study from CareerBuilder found that older workers are beginning to expand their job search to include entry-level positions, internships and even relocating. The study states that only 28 percent of those 55-years and older who were laid off during the last year found new jobs, which is the lowest of any age group. In comparison, 71 percent of 25 to 24-year…

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Miss Pink Slip is Blue: My 10-Step Program for Recovery

MPS is experiencing a little bit o’ heartbreak today, so I’m digging into my archives to find some advice that could apply to what I’m feeling. Because getting laid off is a heartbreak of its own, isn’t it? After perusing my posts, I found the following two. I think they’re perfect for the sadness …

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Is School For You?

Getting more education is a smart career move, but it might be one you’re not sure whether to pursue. There are different reasons and different ways to gain further education, and it depends on your needs. There’s also the issue of paying for school, especially if you’ve been laid off.

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T.A.P. Q#200 – Should I Ask My Boss To Lay Me Off?

Dear Experts, The company I currently work for laid off a group of people in February and are having more lay offs over the next couple weeks. I’m certain my job is safe but part of me wishes it wasn’t. I’m really unhappy with my current job and I want out. I’m afraid to quit because…

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