Job Search Secrets

Are There Any Jobs in Demand That Are Also Recession-Proof?

Jeff Bosco — Mon, 12 May 2008 08:14:31 +0000

Even with more that a quarter of a million of jobs lost, experts do seem to be positive that there are niche areas that are recession proof and that have a constant growth trend. The healthcare industry is one of the areas that currently show such a positive trend.

College Graduates Hit a Tough Job Market

Jeff Bosco — Tue, 06 May 2008 09:51:31 +0000

College graduate this year are facing with a weak job market, the worst since 2004. More than 1.5 million newly graduated workforce will have to make a shift in their career path as some industries like construction and banking are feeling the hit in full force while government posts and the computer industry are still going very strong

Questionable Interview Questions

Jeff Bosco — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:07:41 +0000

When you have to conduct an interview in person, don’t get too personal with your candidate. Many questions need to be avoided in order not to be to intrusive or risking to sound discriminatory. This video provides with some great examples of questions that you need to avoid and how to re-phrase questions properly.

A New Breed of Benefits

Jeff Bosco — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 07:23:59 +0000

When looking for a job, picking a company that offers the best benefits is critical.

Now, many employers are adding a new perk to the mix that will help care for a member of your family that is not typically covered.

The Importance of Using The Right Keywords in Your Resume

Jeff Bosco — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 02:44:20 +0000

In order to make yourself stand out in front of the competition, you need to target your resume to the employer so that it makes it past the computer and into the hands of a real person. Using the right keywords is of outmost importance, expecially now that many companies employ software to scan through resumes looking for the right keywords that should highlight your compentencies, skills and experience.

Going on holiday to test-drive a job?

Jeff Bosco — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 02:36:20 +0000

I have to admit it: it sounds quite nice, the idea to go on a short vacation in order to test if a job/career does really fit you - not only because you just like it but because you really have tried and tested it.

In this clip, Brian Kurth, the author of the book “Test Drive your Dream Job“

These are the list of possible careers that Vacation Vocations can help you fulfill:

* Actor
* Alpaca Rancher
* Animal Therapist
* Animator & Digital Designer
* Animation TV Producer
* Architect
* Artist & Gallery Owner
* Artist & Studio Owner
* Artist
* Artistic Director - Theatre
* Arts Center Director
* Baker
* Baseball Announcer
* Baseball Radio Anouncer
* Baseball Team General Manager
* Bed & Breakfast Owner
* Bison Rancher
* Boat Captain
* Book Store Owner
* Brew Master
* Broadway Director
* Broadway Producer
* Cake Decorator
* Car Critic & Writer
* Catamaran Captain/Owner
* Caterer
* Cattle Rancher
* Cheese Maker
* Cheesemonger
* Cheese Retailer
* Chef
* Chocolatier
* Chocolatier & Pastry Chef
* Choreographer
* Clock Restorer
* Coffeehouse Owner
* Comedian
* Comedy Club Owner
* Composer
* Costume Designer
* Dance Studio Owner
* Dog Daycare Owner
* Dog Daycare Owner & Dog Trainer
* Dog Kennel Owner
* Dog Sled Trainer and Kennel Owner
* Dog Trainer
* Dude Rancher
* Ecology Tour Boat Captain
* Farmer
* Farmer and Dairy Owner
* Fashion Buyer/Retailer
* Fashion Designer
* Fashion Stylist
* Film Score Composer
* Fishing Guide
* Fishing Outfitter
* Florist
* Fly Fishing Outfitter
* Franchise Restuarant Owner
* Golf Instructor
* Golf Pro
* Guitar Maker
* Guitar Repairer
* Hair Stylist & Salon Owner
* Hobby Store Owner
* Home Inspector
* Horse Adoption Agency Director
* Horse Breeder
* Horse Trainer
* Horse Trainer and Rancher
* Hot Rod Manufacturer
* Hotel General Manager
* Ice Cream Retailer
* Illustrator
* Interior Designer
* Jewelry Designer
* Karate School Owner
* Kayak Outfitter
* Luthier
* Make-Up Artist
* Martial Arts School Owner
* Meteorologist
* Model
* Museum Curator
* Music Club/Cafe Owner
* Music Club Owner
* Music Composer
* Music Producer
* Music Publisher
* Music Therapist
* Natural Food Store Owner
* Not-for-Profit Director
* Pageant Producer
* Park Ranger
* Perfumer
* Photographer
* Pit Crew Member
* Potter & Gallery Owner
* Private Investigator
* Production Manager
* Professional Speaker
* Pro Wrestling Color Commentator
* Pro Wrestling Live Event Coordinator
* Pro Wrestling Personal Assistant (PA)
* Pro Wrestling Ring Announcer
* Pro Wrestling Ringside Manager
* Pro Wrestling Sponsorship & Promotions Coordinator
* Public Relations Firm Owner
* Raceway Manager
* Radio Personality
* Radio Sports Announcer
* Real Estate Broker
* Resort Owner
* Restaurant Critic
* Restaurateur
* RV Campground Owner
* Sailing Boat Captain
* Schooner Captain
* Self Publisher
* Shoe Designer
* Soapmaker & Retailer
* Songwriter
* Songwriter/Music Publisher
* Songwriter/Singer
* Spa Owner
* Sports Broadcaster
* Stained Glass Artist
* Sword Maker
* Symphony Composer
* Talent Agent
* Trucker
* TV Producer
* TV Production Designer
* Veterinarian
* Voice-Over Artist
* Voice-Over Producer
* Wedding Coordinator
* White Water Rafting Outfitter
* Wildlife Preservationist
* Wildlife Rehabilitator
* Wine Maker
* Wine Bar Owner & Retailer
* Wine Retailer
* Wine Sommelier
* Yoga Studio Owner

Are There any Recession-Proof Jobs?

Jeff Bosco — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 04:27:46 +0000

One of the most common questions is : “During a period of economic recession, are there any recession-proof jobs?”.

Yes there are, and plenty!

To have some ideas, have a look at this video to know which jobs are in demand during a period of recession.

So, if you are weary that the impending recession might be a problem for your career, you may want to give a shot.

The Real Deal: Work at Home Offers

Jeff Bosco — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 02:58:56 +0000

Most of us would jump at the opportunity to make money from the comfort of our own home, lured by the possibility to have a kind of lifestyle that could help balance work and family time.This video helps you understand if the offers that you have probably seen online, on TV, or in the newspaper are (or not) The Real Deal.

How much can you really make?
What to look for in a legitimate work at home offer?
What you really need to put in to make it succeed?

Do you think your job is bad? Think again!

Jeff Bosco — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 01:58:22 +0000

Do you think your job really sucks?

Well thinks again after you watched this video of the top 5 jobs that in Mid-Michigan are considered to be the worst jobs.

How does your job rate compared to these?

Trina goes for a job interview

Jeff Bosco — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 05:36:33 +0000