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Reflecting on Your Past Work After Losing a Job
Though job losses are slowing as our economy recovers from the recession, 125,000 employees lost their jobs in June, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Being laid-off or fired is something many of us try not to think about. However, if you find yourself receiving that dreaded pink slip, Simply Hired has some tips on how to reflect on your past work so that you can move forward towards your next professional opportunity. Take a BreakLosing a job and moving on to another is a major life... |
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Following up After an Interview
After an interview, your follow up can make or break your chances of getting the job. This extra step doesn’t take much time, but it can be a great way to stand out from other applicants. Not only this, but some hiring managers won’t hire a candidate that didn’t write them a thank you note. A recent survey by the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) found that 5% of hiring managers believe failing to write a thank you note after an interview is a major problem or deal breaker while... |
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Careers: For Love or Money?
Do you want to work for love or money? Love is the answer, according to a recent poll by SimplyHired.com which found that 83% of job seekers would rather find a job they love – even if the pay is low – than a high paying job they don’t like. If you’re currently unemployed, now is the time to really sit down and think about what you enjoy doing. Is it interacting with people? Solving tough problems? Being creative? You don’t have to completely shift careers to find a job you love.... |
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Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 9.5%
The July 2010 Employment Summary from the Bureau of Labor Statistics was released this morning, showing a stagnant employment industry with the unemployment rate remaining unchanged at 9.5%. The private sector showed an increase in 71,000 jobs while 143,000 temporary workers for the census completed their work last month. Overall, the number of unemployed remained the same at 14.6 million. Some of the data from the report gives hope that the economy is turning around. The average workweek... |
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Simply Hired Video Series: Salary & Job Trends Tools
Today, Simply Hired posted a new part to our video series, which shows job seekers how they can utilize the salary and job trends tools on SimplyHired.com to evaluate opportunities and gain insight into the job market. These tools are a great way to learn more about how much you should (or could) be making as well as how your field or industry is currently faring. Check out the video Salary & Job Trends Tools. Learn how you can gain insight into your field and industry with Salary and... |
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Reflecting on Your Past Work After Losing a Job
Though job losses are slowing as our economy recovers from the recession, 125,000 employees lost their jobs in June, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Being laid-off or fired is something many of us try not to think about. However, if you find yourself receiving that dreaded pink slip,... Simply Hired |
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Applying for Unemployment Insurance Benefits for the First Time
Even though the economy is recovering from the recession, many Americans still face the threat of layoffs at their company. If it happens to you, take comfort in knowing that applying for unemployment benefits is not as complicated as you may think. Eligibility for unemployment insurance varies by state, so... Simply Hired |
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Applying for Unemployment Insurance Benefits for the First Time
Even though the economy is recovering from the recession, many Americans still face the threat of layoffs at their company. If it happens to you, take comfort in knowing that applying for unemployment benefits is not as complicated as you may think.Eligibility for unemployment insurance varies by state, so please check with your local unemployment office on how to file a claim and the requirements for receiving benefits. In general, you should plan to have your social security number handy along... |
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Introducing South Africa and Argentina!
Today, Simply Hired continues to expand its international presence by introducing new localized sites in both South Africa and Argentina. SimplyHired.com currently indexes more than seven million job listings worldwide, and now has 21 localized sites in six continents. Argentinean job seekers will have access to over 25,000 local job listings, and South African job seekers will have access to over 50,000 listings. Both sites will introduce the first personalized job search experience for... |
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Introducing South Africa and Argentina!
Today, Simply Hired continues to expand its international presence by introducing new localized sites in both South Africa and Argentina. SimplyHired.com currently indexes more than seven million job listings worldwide, and now has 21 localized sites in six continents. Argentinean job seekers will have access to over 25,000 local job... Simply Hired |
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Simply Hired's Grape Adventure
Last week, Simply Hired headed to the mountains of Saratoga for a mid-year celebration of accomplishment at The Mountain Winery. We've been working extra-hard to create powerful products and tools to simplify the hiring process. In the last six months, we've: Launched socialized search results pages through an expanded integration with LinkedIn Integrated with Facebook for the first-ever personalized job search Launched localized job search sites for Austria and South Korea Been named... |
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Simply Hired's Grape Adventure
Last week, Simply Hired headed to the mountains of Saratoga for a mid-year celebration of accomplishment at The Mountain Winery. We've been working extra-hard to create powerful products and tools to simplify the hiring process. In the last six months, we've: Launched socialized search results pages through an expanded integration... Simply Hired |
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Make a Great Impression at Your First Job
It’s a tough economy for recent grads, so congratulations on finding your first job out of college! In the first few weeks, you may feel overwhelmed as you transition into your new position. Simply Hired has put together some tips for making a great first impression at your job. Know... Simply Hired |
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Make a Great Impression at Your First Job
It’s a tough economy for recent grads, so congratulations on finding your first job out of college! In the first few weeks, you may feel overwhelmed as you transition into your new position. Simply Hired has put together some tips for making a great first impression at your job. Know Your CompanyYou probably know a good deal about your company from preparation for your interviews and speaking with the employees. However, it’s helpful to continue to do your research to immerse yourself fully... |
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How much should you be making?
The Situation: You’re in an interview that is going really well. But then the interviewer asks you what your salary requirements are. *cue ominous music* Give an answer that is too high and the employer may rule you out as a potential candidate. Give them too low of a number... Simply Hired |
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How much should you be making?
The Situation: You’re in an interview that is going really well. But then the interviewer asks you what your salary requirements are. *cue ominous music* Give an answer that is too high and the employer may rule you out as a potential candidate. Give them too low of a number and you risk not getting enough compensation. To be prepared for this question, you should research what typical salaries are for positions similar to the one to which you are applying. By using SimplyHired.com’s Salaries... |
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Best and Worst Metro Areas – May 2010
Today, Simply Hired is releasing its monthly best and worst market report for May. Below you’ll find information on which cities have good and poor climates for job seekers to simplify your search. The top five best metro areas did not see any change from April 2010 to May 2010.... Simply Hired |
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Best and Worst Metro Areas – May 2010
Today, Simply Hired is releasing its monthly best and worst market report for May. Below you’ll find information on which cities have good and poor climates for job seekers to simplify your search. The top five best metro areas did not see any change from April 2010 to May 2010. Paducah/Cape Girardeau/Harrisburg still remains at number one, and Des Moines/Ames continues to come in at number five. The top five best metro areas for job seekers are as follows: Paducah - Cape Girardeau... |
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June Job Trends Report
Simply Hired just released its June Job Trends Report detailing the month’s employment climate. Using data from the Simply Hired database, this report describes the performance of unique, de-duplicated jobs based on state, metro area, job title and keyword. Below are a few significant June trends: In the midst of the summer months, there are still many part-time positions out there waiting to be filled. Part-time, along with administrative jobs, hold the most number of openings by keyword.... |
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June Metro Area Job Trends
Today, Simply Hired is releasing its monthly metro area job trend report detailing the current employment climates in some of the top U.S. cities including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and San Francisco. This June report contains a round-up of information about the top hiring companies as well as the most and least competitive job titles in each area. Check out a few of the report highlights below: If you’re a healthcare professional, take a look at the jobs Take Care Health Systems has open.... |