If you’re looking for a full-time job, you may not even consider taking a temporary position. But maybe you should, because more and more companies are looking for temporary workers.
Nancy Mann Jackson
Florence, AL
Nancy Mann Jackson is an award-winning journalist and corporate communicator who writes regularly about small business, parenting and workplace issues. Since 2001, she has worked as a freelance writer and has written hundreds of articles for publications including Working Mother, CNNMoney.com, Entrepreneur.com, MyBusiness and dozens of others. She also writes and edits annual reports, blogs, and newsletters for companies in industries including finance, technology and construction. Nancy is also a member of the American Society of Journalists and Authors.
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5 Tips To Overcome Long-Term Unemployment
Posted by Nancy Mann Jackson • January 24th, 2012 • zero
In December, 13.1 million Americans were unemployed, and 5.6 million of those were long-term unemployed, meaning they had been without a job for more than 27 weeks, according to U.S. Department of Labor figures. The long-term unemployed accounted for more than 40 percent of all unemployed workers. As the economy continues to drag, the group of people who have been without a job for weeks and months on end seems to continue growing. And it can seem like finding a job becomes more difficult the longer you remain without one. But it’s not hopeless.
Best Jobs For The 21st Century
Posted by Nancy Mann Jackson • December 27th, 2011 • one
The New Year is just around the corner, and maybe 2012 will be the year you finally pursue that career change you’ve been considering for a long time. Still unsure which career field to pursue? According to Laurence Shatkin, Ph.D., career expert and author of numerous career guides, these are the top 10 best jobs for 21st century, ranked by the best combination of pay, growth and openings.
4 Tips: Leveraging The Holidays For Your Job Search
Posted by Nancy Mann Jackson • December 20th, 2011 • one
Because everyone lets their guard down a little bit during the holidays, the next couple of weeks can be a great time to throw your hat into the ring. Here are four ways to leverage the holidays to advance your job search.
How Mobile Technology Is Changing The Job Search Process
Posted by Nancy Mann Jackson • November 22nd, 2011 • more
Your smartphone is always with you, and recruiters know that. That’s why growing numbers of them are utilizing mobile technologies to recruit and vet job candidates.
Turn Your Seasonal Gig Into A Full-Time Position
Posted by Nancy Mann Jackson • November 15th, 2011 • more
So you’ve landed a temporary seasonal job. But you’d like to stick around even after the holidays are over. While full-time positions may be few and far between when the holiday rush is over, you already have your foot in the door as a seasonal worker, so you’re one step ahead of the pack. What else can you do to secure your place and turn your seasonal gig into a full-time position? Start with these tips.
Where To Find Freelance Work Online
Posted by Nancy Mann Jackson • October 19th, 2011 • more
Full-time career by day, part-time career by night. Or weekends. Or whenever you can fit in extra work. That seems to be the new career path for many Americans. According to recent U.S. Labor Department statistics, more than 6.9% of Americans are considered multiple job holders.
6 Ways To Go Beyond The Resume
Posted by Nancy Mann Jackson • October 4th, 2011 • more
Job seekers often spend most of their time focused on creating the perfect resume. And while a clear, focused resume is certainly important, it’s not the only document you need for a successful job search. Instead, develop a whole arsenal of job search tools so that you’ll be ready to provide whatever a potential employer asks for.
Laid Off? 5 Ways To “Slash” Your Way Back To Work
Posted by Nancy Mann Jackson • September 27th, 2011 • more
Last month, more than 165,500 people were laid off in the United States, according to a report released last week by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Many of those job losses were part of mass layoffs; some 391 mass layoff events were reported in the manufacturing sector alone. A look at national headlines shows that layoffs continue and aren’t expected to slow down anytime soon.
3 Salary Negotiating Tips To Get What You’re Worth
Posted by Nancy Mann Jackson • September 20th, 2011 • more
Chances are that at some point during your hiring process, you’ll be asked about numbers. Salary numbers, that is. Most hiring managers want to know if the salary they can offer is in the same ballpark as the salary you expect; if not, you’re both wasting your time. But what if you’re new to the field, or new to the job market altogether? Figuring out how to answer the salary question realistically, without leaving a lot of money on the table, can be tricky.
