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Bloggers Unite On Nov. 3rd For Job Action Day To Help Professionals Improve Their Careers

To rally those who have lost their jobs or are facing possible job loss in the current devastated economic climate, Quintessential Careers has created Job Action Day, to be implemented on Monday, Nov. 3. Job Action Day 2008 aims to empower workers and job-seekers to take proactive steps to shore up their job and career outlook, said Quintessential Careers Founder and Publisher Dr. Randall S. Hansen.

Obama To Win 2008 Election, According to Beyond.com Job Seekers

Unless you are living under a rock, it is likely that you have been or will be affected by the upcoming Presidential election.  With the economy steadily declining, more and more Americans are looking to the next President to help pull our country out of this recession.
 
Job seekers, who have likely been hardest hit by the financial crisis, have decided that it is time for a change of office. A recent poll conducted by Beyond.com of more than 38,000 job seekers found that 53% plan to vote for Senator Barack Obama in the upcoming election.  In fact, the race isn’t even close with only 33% voting for Senator John McCain, 8% undecided and 6% not voting at all.

Top Ten Survival Tips For Job Boards

I recently had the privilege of guest blogging for Cheezhead.com on a topic of my choice related to the recruitment industry.  This was an exciting opportunity for Beyond.com, and as have been focusing on strengthening our social media exposure since launching our blog, EmploymentMetrix.com in April.

Cheezhead.com is one of the most well-known recruitment industry blogs, so I decided to tailor by blog to focus on tips on how job boards can survive the economic recession.

Which Industries Will Grow If McCain Is Elected?

In the second part of my series of the job market effects from the presidential elections, I am going to focus on the growth industries in the unlikely event that John McCain is elected president.  So which industries will be hot if John McCain is elected president?

In the second part of my series of the job market effects from the presidential elections, I am going to focus on the growth industries in the unlikely event that John McCain is elected president.  So which industries will be hot if John McCain is elected president?

Failing Economy Creates Challenges for Job Seekers and Employers

Beyond.com weighed in thier thoughts on how the economic crisis is affecting the job market in a press release sent out today.  According to Beyond.com, many companies are having to do what it takes to ensure thier company will stay profitable throughout this economic meltdown, resulting in budget cuts, hiring freezes and even layoffs.  Although many professionals are hoping for the best, others are preparing for the worst, fearing reduced benefits, pay cuts and potential job loss. Click here to read more about how the recession is creating challenges for businesses, industries and professionals across America.

September Milgram Report Now Available

The monthly Milgram Report provides a snapshot of what is going on in the recruitment industry based on analyzing data from the Beyond.com network of thousands of niche career communities.  As the American economy heads into a recession, many professionals are worried how it will affect their industry or if they could lose their job as a result. The September Milgram Report reveals some interesting findings on the current job market, giving professionals a better idea of what they can expect in the upcoming months:

Recession Proof Your Job Search

If you haven't heard that we are either in a recession, or that we are entering a recession, then you need to find a new newspaper to read.  According to the Labor Department, the number of job losses for the year increased by 159,000 to more than 760,000 for the year and was the 9th month in a row with a net decrease in the number of jobs within the economy … BUT, this doesn't mean that people didn't find jobs and that employers didn't hire new employees.  Don't get me wrong, these numbers aren't good; they are the worst we have seen in over 5 years.  There are 9.4 million people that are currently out of work that are seeking a new job.

Which industries will grow if Obama is elected?

As I listened to the presidential debates, I started to think about what will happen to the job market depending on which candidate is elected president.  So let’s see which industries will be hot if Barack Obama is elected president.  Next week, I will look at the growth industries if John McCain is elected president.

Can You Successfully Negotiate Salary in a Down Economy?

Well, never say never!  Negotiating salary and benefits in the midst of an economic crisis is certainly going to be more difficult, although not impossible.  Many employers are going to be less willing to increase their budget for salary and benefits in a time when their company may be suffering as a result of the economy, but there are still some exceptions to this rule.

Top 5 Questions Job Seekers Should Ask During an Interview

The best questions a candidate can ask during an interview should demonstrate to the employer that they are eager to learn more about the business and how thier new role will impact the bottom line of the company.  Employers appreciate candidates who take the time to prepare for an interview and have a basic understanding of the business and the trends impacting their industry.