Jul 01, 2009 -
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Are You Stuck in a Job You Swore Was Temporary?
Yes, I didn't intend on staying at my job for so long.
No, I never saw my job as temporary.
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Jul 01, 2009 -
It never occurred to me that some companies would discriminate between hiring a candidate who is already employed, and one whose status is unemployed. Adding fuel to the frustration of many laid off workers, it appears that more hiring managers are stating a preference for the former.
It's discouraging to learn that some employers only have eyes for passive job seekers.
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Jun 29, 2009 -
As the bloggers over at DC Interns are well aware, the Summer intern season has officially begun. While the intern experience is probably not as intense in most places as it is on the Hill, many workplaces bring on a few young, energetic up-and-comers to help out and learn the ropes (and let's be honest, make more than a few copies) for the Summer. Is yours one of them?
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Jun 29, 2009 -
Women aren't paid equally in the workplace just yet, but some positions bode better than others when it comes to making money. Using the US Department of Labor Women's Bureau 2008 analysis, Forbes ranked women's median weekly earnings to come up with the highest-paying jobs for women. The job that turned up as number one surprised the Forbes team; they didn't expect women pharmacists to top the list.
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Jun 27, 2009 -
There aren't too many jobs out there with mega-perks, but Oprah certainly comes to mind as the boss who makes employees' dreams come true. Conan O'Brien may not have the same pull as Oprah and her empire, but the talented host sure is funny and showed he's loyal to his team when he moved most of the staff out to Los Angeles for The Tonight Show.
Who Would You Rather Have as a Boss: Oprah or Conan?
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Jun 26, 2009 -
Dear Savvy,
I am currently serving a one-year term as an AmeriCorps VISTA and it is coming to a close in August. I'm wondering if it's too early to start looking for a new job, or if I should start applying to positions now. Your advice will be much appreciated.
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Jun 23, 2009 -
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How Long Have You Been With Your Current Employer?
Less than a year.
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Jun 22, 2009 -
A friend of mine recently made an announcement on her Facebook page: after several years of climbing the ladder in publishing, she’s decided to take some time off to pursue other things — travel, writing, maybe an advanced degree.
While her decision may seem like something only a recent grad would have the flexibility to do, taking a break to find a new direction is more common than you may think. It’s not the kind of decision to be taken lightly, however, so keep the following things in mind.
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Jun 22, 2009 -
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Do You Know How Much Your Co-Workers Earn?
Yes, I know approximately how much most of my co-workers earn.
I know how much a few of them make.
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Jun 20, 2009 -
It's hard to pass judgment on a career you haven't had, but forget education, relevant experience, and interview contacts for a second. Which career do you think is cooler?
Would You Rather Be an Author or a Book Critic?
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