This article by the Wall Street Journal reinforces everything I’ve been saying about networking. Many companies these days are hiring candidates they may already know or have had their eye on. Getting out there and meeting people can open the right doors and lead to a job. Often times, it really is all who you […]
Thanks to UT’s Jonathan for this tip: UT San Diego
The “O” in SWOT analysis is Opportunities. You don’t want to be the rubber ducky being taken away by the stream without control. Take control of your career and make the most of opportunites that present themselves. Check out our discussion about opportunites on this week’s segment of Good Morning San Diego.[wpvideo PsJ01XUv]
CBS Money Watch has release their projections for the best jobs to search for in 2013. Jobs heavy in computers and mathematics dominate the list. We’ve entered an era where computers are used by everyone and are here to stay. As technology develops we will need people to manage and maintain these elaborate systems. Paying […]
[wpvideo y6gQzuiW]Check out this week’s KUSI clip… we build on last month’s article about doing a little career introspection and utilizing a SWOT analysis, focusing on strenghts. Next week we will tackle weaknesses.
Here is a list from the UT San Diego of which companies have the most job ads in San Diego for the month of October. Although the unemployment rate hit a new high, companies are still hiring. The holiday’s bring on extra stress, especially if you are unemployed, so don’t give up searching!
Six months ago Deborah Seracini was working a 10 hour a week job stocking shelves with sunscreen at various locations throughout San Diego, but now she is working full time at the San Diego Air and Space Museum. Her outlook on searching for a job is outstanding and I think her experience is one that should […]
In honor of Veterans Day, Veteran Sergeant Keith Williams accompanied me in studio for this week’s KUSI Good Morning San Diego segment. The transition from a life in the military to the civilian workforce can be very challenging, especially in today’s competitive job market. To help make a successful transition, I discuss tips and a […]
The Employment Situation Report for October 2012 was released last week by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. 171,000 new jobs were added throughout the month, with employment rising in professional and business services, health care and retail trade. The national unemployment rate is up to 7.9 percent from 7.8 percent last month. To review the […]
[wpvideo ZitpPlJY]Many veterans are returning to civilian life as our conflicts overseas begin to wind down. Like many of you, they are looking for work. This week on Good Morning San Diego we talked about the benefits of helping retired military transition into the real world.
