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Monday, July 13, 2009

Advice

Tips To Recognize Scam Job Ads

If crisis breeds opportunity that means the business of fake employment ads is alive and well. Here's how to avoid the traps.

Advice

How’s Your Job Search Going?

Does your job search need a jumpstart?

If so, it pays to sit down and analyze your situation. You should carefully question everything you’re doing. Careful, though -- the wrong questions can be harmful to your career health.



Example: Never ask yourself questions like, Why can’t I find a job? Or, Why won’t anyone hire me?

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Getting A Flexible Work Schedule

Love your job but hate the hours? Then maybe coming up with a plan to develop a flexible schedule will be just what you need. Here's how to put together a plan -- and what to prepare for once your boss hears your idea.

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Career Events Calendar

Tues., July 12
Job search assistance. 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., East Lake Library Business and Career Center, 2727 E. Lake St., Minneapolis. Free. Call 612-630-6550. Sponsors: Hennepin County Library and Goodwill Easter Seals.

 

Tues., July 12
World of work orientation for ex-offenders. 4 to 6 p.m., North Regional Library, 1315 Lowry Av. N., Minneapolis. Free. Call 612-630-6600. A drop-in service for men and women who have a criminal background and need assistance with applications, resumes, interview skills and support on how to overcome the barriers of a criminal record.

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