If this is your first time experiencing long term unemployment without so much as a nibble on your current resume, don’t panic! Perhaps you’ve realized that job search has changed significantly since the last time you had to look. Money is (and will always be) a major concern when employment ends unexpectedly. And, if you are anything like me with a history of long term, back to back unemployment, you may welcome a few financial suggestions that helped me keep my coins a little longer until I secured my next gig. Continue reading ‘Layoffs Versus Finances Going Forward’
Posts Tagged 'Unemployment'
Do You Have a Criminal Background?
Published March 11, 2019 Employment , finding employment ClosedTags: Attitude, Criminal Background, Employment, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, How to find a job, job hunting blogs, job search barriers, Unemployment, Workforce Solutions
Recently I went to the Wynne Unit which is part of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. It is the second oldest prison in Texas, and from an architectural perspective, the building was old and beautiful. –While there, I worked with some of the inmates on their soft skills and the services that are available at Workforce Solutions. Continue reading ‘Do You Have a Criminal Background?’
Landing That Second Job
Published February 11, 2019 Employment ClosedTags: Career advice, Employment, job hunting, jobs, Preparation, Unemployment, Workforce Solutions
Many workers have come to the realization of how important having a 2nd job may be in the efforts of sustaining their household. With the government shutdown, many federal workers weren’t getting paid so they had to find ways to supplement their income.
Surviving A Lay-off
Published January 28, 2019 Employment , finding employment ClosedTags: career, Career advice, Employment, How to find a job, Unemployment, Workforce Solutions
As we move full speed ahead into 2019, some of us are still trying to survive the competitive job market. Those of us who were able to secure jobs during the very busy holidays may now be worrying a little about looming lay-offs now that the season is over. If you are one of those people that have encountered the challenge of an unexpected lay-off, this article has some great tips for you. The article was originally posted on this blog in 2009 but has some great advice that remains relevant today. Without further adieu, here is “Surviving A Lay-off”
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