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  • We've exposed 'work jerks,' but what about 'office angels'? Monday, June 13, 2011 @ 3:15PMI'm sure you're not one of them — really, I am — but it sounds like there are a lot of "work jerks" out there.
  • In this economic downturn, no work should be beneath you - Sun, 03 Apr 2011 PST Sunday, April 3, 2011 @ 2:23AMIn October 2007, Julie Evans, a Spokane finance professional, landed her dream job with a building-materials company. She worked as a controller, and took on information technology duties as well.
  • (NR) UTPB to offer resume-polishing seminar Monday, March 21, 2011 @ 1:55PMThe Office of Career Services has been preparing students, alumni, and the general public all year to find employment. Before the holidays, there were seminars on entrepreneurship, using social networking to secure jobs, and dressing for success. ...
  • Do you check out? Consider your references carefully Thursday, March 17, 2011 @ 6:24PM"I know I left the reference section blank," muttered the applicant, irritated that I pointed out an omission on his application.
  • Face Time: Director discusses criminal records, job searches - Mon, 07 Feb 2011 PST Monday, February 7, 2011 @ 2:18AMDianne LaValley is the Spokane director for Accountemps, a professional placement company that’s a division of Robert Half International. During the current economy she sees many job candidates concerned about how DUIs and criminal records will impact their job search.
  • ELEVEN PROMISING JOBS FOR 2011 Tuesday, November 23, 2010 @ 7:00AMAs people look to the coming year with hopes of continued economic recovery and increased job creation, new research may hold clues as to what the most promising professional positions will be in 2011.
  • O.C. jobless rate edges down to 9.6% Friday, September 17, 2010 @ 1:06PMOrange County's job market is still trying to find its way with unemployment dipping to 9.6% in August from a revised 9.9% in July, but private job growth remained stagnant. The county lost 2,300 jobs in August, mostly in government, reported the...
  • Job demands, fears fears grow for workers left after layoffs Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 1:07PMMICHAEL HOGUE/DMNMany employees are working longer hours for less pay. Companies have cut staffs and postponed hiring, and declining productivity rates may signify that workers have reached their limit. |
  • Stress of job demands, fears grow for Dallas-Fort Worth workers left behind after layoffs Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 11:24PMMICHAEL HOUGE/DMNUnemployed Americans aren't the only ones struggling this Labor Day. Many employees are working longer hours for less pay. Companies have cut staffs and postponed hiring, and recent declining productivity rates may signify that workers have reached their limit. |
  • Demand for skilled temp workers is growing fast Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 11:07PMThe demand for temporary employees has been growing as companies seek short-tern hires for projects or opportunities that last only a specified length of time. A Toronto temporary-staffing insider offers five common misconceptions about temp work.
  • State should eliminate Friday from our working week Sunday, July 4, 2010 @ 6:59PMIn a time of cutbacks and savings, everyone would gain if the last workday was abolished
  • Improving staff morale can be child's play Sunday, April 4, 2010 @ 2:17AMWith widespread layoffs, pay cuts and heavier loads, many employees are finding work has been a real bummer.
  • Business News More>> Friday, March 26, 2010 @ 8:21PMINDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Indiana's unemployment rate inched up to 9.8 percent in February, but officials and economists pointed to a rise in temporary workers hired as a sign employers were becoming more confident about creating jobs.
  • Indiana Jobless Rate Edges up to 9.8 Percent Friday, March 26, 2010 @ 5:16PMIndiana jobless rate edges up to 9.8 percent for February; only state in region below 10 pct Indiana - United States - Politics - Organizations - Science and Environment
  • Indiana jobless rate edges up to 9.8 percent Friday, March 26, 2010 @ 5:12PMIndiana's unemployment rate inched up to 9.8 percent in February, but officials and economists pointed to a rise in temporary workers hired as a sign employers were becoming more confident about creating jobs.
  • Indiana jobless rate edges up to 9.8 percent Friday, March 26, 2010 @ 5:10PMIndiana's unemployment rate inched up to 9.8 percent in February, but officials and economists pointed to a rise in temporary workers hired as a sign employers were becoming more confident about creating jobs. The state Department of Workforce Development... Indiana - Unemployment - Employment - United States - United States Department of State
  • Indiana jobless rate edges up to 9.8 percent Friday, March 26, 2010 @ 5:08PMIndiana jobless rate edges up to 9.8 percent for February; only state in region below 10 pct
  • Businesses are prey to embezzlement Monday, March 22, 2010 @ 5:03AMBusinesses are prey to embezzlement
  • It's work getting a job Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 8:25AMIn today’s economic situation an unemployed person must wear many chapeaus in order to obtain a career.
  • Fill-in jobs Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:44AMWith the help of Part-Time Pros, Laticia Wiggins landed her temporary job last December not long after submitting her resume.
  • How to Turn Temp Work Into A Full Time Job Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 12:45PMAttitude and setting goals can help you impress the boss.
  • Measuring economic temp Monday, January 25, 2010 @ 5:02PMThe temporary-services sector, often a precursor to full-time hiring, is growing.
  • Job experience? That's putting it mildly Wednesday, December 30, 2009 @ 6:16AMIt was a year of shrinking jobs and leaner, meaner workplaces. But along with the worries and woes came the weird and the wacky. Doug McArthur looks back at some of the offbeat careers stories that made the news in 2009
  • Santa: Put some jobs under the Xmas tree Saturday, December 5, 2009 @ 2:31AMForget about making a list or checking it twice. Everyone I talk to employed or unemployed says all they want for the holidays are some Tampa Bay jobs.
  • Should you be able to shop on the job? Saturday, November 28, 2009 @ 12:14PMWorkers may not be much in the holiday spirit this year, but up to one in three stilll plan to do a little shopping online on company time, according to two new surveys.
  • 8 ways to find and keep a temporary job Monday, October 5, 2009 @ 5:00AMIn tough times, the path to a permanent job might be through temping. These tips can make it happen.
  • DAWN ANFUSO: Survey finds that those who hire prefer chronological resumes Wednesday, September 30, 2009 @ 8:14PMIf you're looking for a job for the first time in many years, you might find the job search process much different than it used to be. For example, last time you were unemployed, job search sites were probably just emerging and social networking sites nonexistent.
  • 10+ buzzwords that should be banned at the office Wednesday, September 2, 2009 @ 2:58PMDoes corporate jargon set your teeth on edge? See if the expressions you love to hate are on this list.
  • 10+ buzzwords that should be banned at the office Wednesday, September 2, 2009 @ 2:58PMDoes corporate jargon set your teeth on edge? See if the expressions you love to hate are on this list.
  • The Watercooler Sunday, June 21, 2009 @ 11:10PMWake Up & Log On Book Chat: Grab a cup of coffee and fire up your computer. On Tuesday, we invite you to join us online to discuss the popular "Cemetery Dance" by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. The chat begins at 9:30 a.m. at www.theledger.com/bookchat. Social Networking
  • Online networks valuable job source Sunday, June 21, 2009 @ 2:16AMEvery time you hand out a business card, that contact also should be added to your online social network, experts say. These sites are an opportunity for self-branding and building connections while on the job hunt. Here are some tips on how to use online networking to search for employment.
  • Online networks prove good for employment Saturday, June 20, 2009 @ 9:05PMEvery time you hand out a business card, that contact should also be added to your online social network, experts say. These sites are an opportunity for self-branding and building connections while on the job hunt.
  • When Diplomas Aren’t Enough Thursday, May 28, 2009 @ 2:25PMEven if jobs are available to recent accounting grads, just holding a diploma might not be enough.
  • Survivors Find Silver Linings In Recession Saturday, May 23, 2009 @ 8:42AMMany workers who've survived layoffs say bosses are giving them new responsibilities but not promotions.
  • The work is out there Tuesday, March 10, 2009 @ 4:06AMAs employers across the nation continue to scale back on workforce, the thought of losing your job -- and having to find another -- can become daunting. But for Tom Marshman, 47, the road from layoff to employment wasn't a frightening one, thanks to networking.
  • O.C. housing demand takes 1st dip of 2009 Monday, March 9, 2009 @ 4:07PMBuyers agreed to purchase 2,624 homes in past month, down from 2,819 2 weeks ago.
  • Annette John-Hall: Can't blame us for being thrifty Monday, February 9, 2009 @ 7:00AMAnnette John-Hall says: What does it say about today's economy when people go to the mall to do everything but shop? And I mean everything. Eat. Walk. Use the bathroom. Even look for a place for their kids to play.
  • Economic worries may be stirring up office gossip Monday, October 20, 2008 @ 3:42AMWith the stock-market meltdown, fears of a massive global recession and evaporating 401(k) retirement plans, economic uncertainty is on the rise, and so is office gossip.
  • Coffee Break Monday, October 13, 2008 @ 2:51AMNews and notes for the workplace
  • The Watercooler Monday, October 13, 2008 @ 12:03AMOFFICE GOSSIP Economic uncertainty is on the rise, and so is office gossip.
  • Loose Change: Office gossip Friday, October 10, 2008 @ 12:04AMEconomic uncertainty is on the rise, and so is office gossip. Office workers, perhaps fearful for their jobs and worried about their companies’ futures, are playing office politics and gossiping more than they were five years ago, according to a poll earlier this year.