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 Let's say you've done all the right things; went to law school, got a job with a good firm, and now collect a nice paycheck and benefits. Yet, the age of 30 is fast approaching and you're feeling like you're wearing the wrong skin. Your life doesn't fit who you are inside. Yet everyone around you is very proud of your accomplishments. They say, "Be grateful you have a job...more »  With the very structure of the employment sector changing, both workers and employers are trying to make sense of where the jobs will be in the future. Time will tell where new growth in job creation will emerge, but increased training in using new technology is a good start. Not only will workers need to acquire training at this time, they will need to continuously train in these new technologies which change quickly and will need to be upgraded often...more »  You may have the best credentials in the world. However, if the first impression you give to a potential employer is a poor one, your chance for the job may be over before the interview begins. Jacqueline Peros, founder of JMP Image and Style, is an expert in the area of making a great first impression. "Studies have shown that most people form opinions about others within the first moments of meeting them", says Ms. Peros.more »  If you believe that thinking negative thoughts is a harmless pastime that doesn't affect anything outside of your own head - you could be ruining your chances of finding a job. Consider this: when you're harboring angry thoughts about your unemployment, those negative thoughts are sabotaging your job interviews - even if you're saying all the right words during the interview. more »  To enhance their job search and make it more effective, many people are turning to the encouragement found in Job Clubs-groups for support, networking, and sharing tips on job hunting, resume writing, and interviewing. Many people find job clubs energizing and genuinely helpful in moving their job search forward.more »  Do you believe in intuition? Do you realize you can tap into your own future and "see" your next successful career step? Perhaps you're smart, successful, practical, realistic and don't believe in what you can't see. But then why are you in this mess? Why are you rethinking your life? Why are you afraid? more »  What elements make up a good resume? Try on this list: brevity, clarity, positivity, attractiveness-and truthfulness. Your resume is your calling card to hiring managers and human resource departments. Because it represents you, two things are paramount.more »  When you've lost your job, these simple steps will help you move forward. Wake up everybody! Get out of the unemployment line, and launch your new and improved life: This is not the end of your world. It's the beginning of a much happier career and lifestyle.more »  Are you a recent college graduate in search of a job? If so, you are not alone. According to State University of New York professor Cong Cao, only 19.7% of the United States' 2009 college graduates have secured employment as of July 1...more »  Time Is Money: It's an old adage that we all know and understand, but do we really apply it in our daily life? If you have a little extra time, there are several ways you can leverage it to bump up your savings. The most fun and rewarding of all ways is working part time.more »
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