| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
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| EEO Surveys | 11/18/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: When applying for jobs on corporate websites I frequently see this statement: In an effort to comply ...
A: This statement is standard wording, and refers to information that organizations collect for ...
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| Job hunt help for learning disabled | 11/14/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: I have a 23 year old male relative with a genetic disorder called Velocardiofacial or Shrintzens ...
A: You are a very caring relative! I spoke to a genetic counselor about velocardiofacial syndrome at a ...
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| Disney College Program Internship | 11/12/2009 | Mary |
Q: I was just hearing a lot of information regarding the Disney College Program and how it can really ...
A: Erik, My opinion is that you should intern in your career field. Although it's important to build ...
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| Job Search sites | 11/10/2009 | Mary |
Q: I am searching on indeed.com (which is an aggregate job board) for jobs such as sales support, order ...
A: Greg, In their annual review of hiring sources, Career X-Roads reported that only 12.3% of hires ...
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| Hiring manager's name | 11/9/2009 | Bridget Batson |
Q: How can I find out the name of the hiring manager who posted a job description? Thanks, Greg
A: You can simply call the company and ask. If the receptionist is a trained gatekeeper and will not ...
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| Generic resume to HR depts. | 11/6/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: Is it a good idea to post a generic resume on a company's website without going for a particular ...
A: Let's start with your assumption on why you'd post a generic resume. The reason most companies ...
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| job hunting | 11/3/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: I am laid off from the mortgage industry in southern California since June 2007. Since the lay off I ...
A: I have several thoughts. Before you spend money (that you may not have) PLEASE go talk to some ...
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| Very good in Excel, VBA, VB6 but heaing impaired | 11/1/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: I am in Los Angeles since 2006 as a Green Card Holder - Now 66 yrs old. Before I retired, in India I ...
A: It is good to be with your son, though I sense your frustration. Several suggestions come to mind: ...
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| job hunting | 11/1/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: I am laid off from the mortgage industry in southern California since June 2007. Since the lay off I ...
A: I am so glad you wrote. To start with, please know you are absolutely not the only person in this ...
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| Pursuing a career change | 10/27/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: I'm writing to you because I've already been turned down by three experts in this field- which is a ...
A: Hey David, I totally appreciate why you wanted to change to another field. Your situation, where ...
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| answer on job application when terminated from previous job | 10/27/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: I am currently applying online for a retail position. I am now at the question as to how I left my ...
A: This is indeed a tricky situation. It looks like the only choice is number 2 -- to choose otherwise ...
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| internships | 10/25/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: Hey Emily, do you answer questions about internships? I am needing some internship advice. Have you ...
A: When I worked with undergraduate students on career planning, internships were always a big topic. ...
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| Looking for part time work to pay for Child Care | 10/24/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: I recently left my full time job to assist in the raising of my first child,finish college and to ...
A: Congratulations to you and your wife on becoming parents! And congratulations also on your plan to ...
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| Finding jobs and employement verification | 10/24/2009 | Mary |
Q: I am a recent graduate and looking for entry level positions. My degree is in Healthcare Management ...
A: Patrick, As a recent grad your first stop should be your college placement office to determine what ...
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| school counslor | 10/19/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: Emiley I am seeking some information on becoming a guidance counslor (NEWJERSEY)Currently I am in my ...
A: This is a tricky question for several reasons: 1) as you suggest, there are very specific rules ...
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| Is it better to go in person or apply and call? | 10/19/2009 | Bridget Batson |
Q: When job hunting is it better to go into an establishment and apply in person or email and then ...
A: I would email and then follow up with a call. Stopping by in person may be a bit intrusive and the ...
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| Caregiver trying to get back into job market | 10/16/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: My husband died 2 weeks ago, and I am without income. Because he had dementia for the past three ...
A: Margaret, I'm on my blackberry as the Internet is down.First let me say I am so sorry for the loss ...
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| Entry level College Grad | 10/16/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: I'm kind of desperate. I just graduated from college with a bachelor degree in communication in May ...
A: Sorry to be so late in responding - our internet went down and my answer was was pretty wordy for my ...
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| Getting a job in another state | 10/16/2009 | Emily Bardeen |
Q: I have a question about getting a job in another state. First off let me say I do not currently have ...
A: Planning ahead for your employment after graduation while you are still in college is good thinking! ...
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| Reg. Job hunting for our hearing-speech-impaired mentee | 10/15/2009 | Cordell Vail |
Q: I am very impressed by your efforts to make this world a better place for the hearing-impaired. I ...
A: I really am not qualified to answer that question for you. But there are a couple of things I can ...
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| job search | 10/14/2009 | Mary |
Q: I am 44y old female recently come USA from India. I was teacher.I have got my EAD card. I am trying ...
A: Titash, There aren't any courses you can take that will miraculously guarantee you a high paying ...
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| speech problem | 10/10/2009 | Robert M. Walshaw |
Q: I recently graduated in electronics and communication engineering from India. I am unemployed. I ...
A: 1. Send your email address to me at walshaw1@cox.net and I will send you some free information that ...
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| speech problem | 10/10/2009 | Mary |
Q: I recently graduated in electronics and communication engineering from India. I am unemployed. I ...
A: Karan, Unfortunately I can't think of any professional or managerial positions that don't require ...
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| speech problem | 10/10/2009 | Janet Wendy Spiegel |
Q: I recently graduated in electronics and communication engineering from India. I am unemployed. I ...
A: I'm not clear on how bad your stammering problem is or if your speaking can be improved. There is a ...
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| speech problem | 10/10/2009 | Cordell Vail |
Q: I recently graduated in electronics and communication engineering from India. I am unemployed. I ...
A: The best advice I could give to you right now is to go read my book, "My Turn To Win: The Secret To ...
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| JOb hunting | 10/8/2009 | Janet Wendy Spiegel |
Q: I am a recent graduate with bachelors in health sciences and looking for a job in administrative ...
A: This is one of the toughest economies I've seen in my lifetime and there will be a slow recovery. ...
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| JOB hunting | 10/8/2009 | Bridget Batson |
Q: I am a recent graduate with bachelors in health sciences and looking for a job in administrative ...
A: I hate those sites! :) I am a recruiter and I get tons from them a week, but I delete them without ...
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| re: How to explain employment gaps? | 10/6/2009 | Mary |
Q: I have about 25 years of work experience. I was in one position for about ten years, then had to ...
A: John, Every recruiter learns on day one that gaps in employment are "red flags" so you definitely ...
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| job hunting | 10/3/2009 | Mary |
Q: sir,i am working in india as business development manager in an animation skool,i have done btech in ...
A: Kaniyoor, This is a difficult time to search for US jobs because of the high unemployment and ...
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| Help getting started! | 10/1/2009 | Mary |
Q: I am a recent college graduate with a BS in Health Science. I am looking for job opportunities, and ...
A: Aaron, Every recent college grad struggles with the challenge of trying to get that first job ...
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| Struggling what else can I do | 9/11/2009 | Mary |
Q: I do not know what else to do. Under employed for close to two years now, I have file folders full ...
A: Sylvia, After two years of struggling with underemployment, it is definitely time to do some ...
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| misdemeanor affect on job prospects | 9/5/2009 | Bridget Batson |
Q: I am an engineer with a disorderly conduct( criminal misdemeanor) charge acquired 5 years ago. The ...
A: It really depends on the firm's rules. Some don't have any rules. They just take it on a case by ...
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| Need a job asap plz help | 9/4/2009 | Bridget Batson |
Q: I have only been looking on the internet because my mother is convinced that everything is done on ...
A: That is crazy! I have placed hundreds of green grads (people that just graduated college with no ...
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| Need a job asap plz help | 8/29/2009 | Bridget Batson |
Q: I have only been looking on the internet because my mother is convinced that everything is done on ...
A: It usually isn't a great idea to walk into a company without an appointment. You can, however, call ...
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| Job search | 8/27/2009 | Bridget Batson |
Q: I lost my job as an auto mechanic in March, and have been unsuccessful in landing a new job. I am 58 ...
A: First thought is not to tell them you don't plan on working for them too far into the future. You ...
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| salary negotiation | 8/22/2009 | Mary |
Q: I have an unusual situation. I left a company 2 years ago because I was courted by a new startup ...
A: Richard, You can't negotiate salary until there is an offer on the table, but you can position ...
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| work from home?? | 8/20/2009 | Bridget Batson |
Q: "I have a few health issues that makes me fearful to get a job with alot of hours. I want to work ...
A: You could totally do that! But, those jobs most likely aren't going to advertised. There are many ...
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| Confused about job response | 8/20/2009 | Mary |
Q: Let me just start from the beginning..I went into a business that I have wanted to be a Designer ...
A: DEE, Not sure exactly what is going here, but delays in the offer process are the rule rather than ...
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| work from home?? | 8/19/2009 | Bridget Batson |
Q: "I have a few health issues that makes me fearful to get a job with alot of hours. I want to work ...
A: Most work from home jobs are your own business. For example, I own a staffing and resume writing ...
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| Job tip | 8/16/2009 | Bridget Batson |
Q: I recently filled out and application. The company also gave a choice to send a resume along with ...
A: Yes. Say something! This is your final "close" on yourself. Summarize your skills in this box as it ...
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