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July 2008

Job Hopping: Short Term Benefits, Long Term Consequences

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

Switching jobs frequently, more commonly known as job hopping has many short term benefits but too many jobs in a short period of time has negative long term consequences. According to AOL News, a generation ago, the average person changed jobs seven times in their lifetime. Today, it’s more than 10 jobs in at least [...]

July 28, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

B4J Update

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

Many of you might notice, the lack of posts this month and for that I apologize. Normally, I don’t use this blog to post personal information. It was created and will continue to be a source of professional information for those in the job hunt. I will however, give you a small update. In the [...]

July 26, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

The Hidden Job Market

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

More food for thought about how important networking is both online and traditional when in the job hunt. And to this I can recently attest. I currently am looking to fill a Human Resource Generalist position. My first move upon learning of the vacancy was to contact my network via phone, email, and posting on [...]

July 24, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Google Tricks in Your Job Search

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

Check out the You Tube video below about a cool Google trick allowing you to search for job openings letting Google do the work for you. Happy Hunting!

July 24, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Know the Company Culture

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

Take a look at this short ABC News video on zappos.com. The company culture, which is very extreme makes a statement to their customers and their employees. As you interview with prospective companies, it’s important to understand the company culture, its values, how the company treats its employees, and what the company stands for. Take [...]

July 9, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Rate B4J on Career 100

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

Please visit http://www.risesmart.com/risesmart/blog/career100/ and rate my blog! I just received an honorable mention. B4J is listed as 196th on Career 100! Please click on the link below and rate my blog! And thanks for your support!! Cheers! Jessica

July 9, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Needle Stack Jobs

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

I came across a new website that has lots of potential–Needlestackjobs.com Simply put, flextime is any work arrangement that is NOT Monday through Friday from 8 to 5. The site offers professionals an opportunity to view jobs that offer flexible and non-traditional work schedules. Candidates can post their resume and search for opportunities. Employers can [...]

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