To help pay the bills in college, I worked at a local grocery store. Originally, I thought I’d hate it, but working in retail (essentially, that’s what a grocery store is) isn’t as bad as you might think. In fact, I actually grew to enjoy my shifts as time went on. Grocery stores and other […]
“Free”lance Doesn’t Mean You Should Work for Free!
One of the biggest stories in the freelance writing world right now is the lawsuit against The Huffington Post. Earlier today, labor activist Jonathan Tasini filed a class action lawsuit against the online publication, co-founders Arianna Huffington and Kenneth Lerer, and partial owner AOL because its writers didn’t get a piece of the pie when […]
Is a Dangerous Job Right for You?
Dangerous jobs are found throughout the world. In Alaska, jobs for fishermen are readily available, but the fatality rate is high, with workers losing their lives every season. Other jobs have high injury rates, so while you may not necessarily have to work about dying at work, the job is still dangerous. The military is […]
Turning your Retail Job into a Career
In an job market where not many industries are growing as fast as the number of people in the job market, retail seems like an attractive option for many people. As the economy begins to get back on track, more people are spending money in the retail sector, so workers are readily needed. However, as […]
Five Things to Consider before Becoming a Yoga Teacher
If you love yoga, why not turn that passion into a yoga career? Yoga instructors can find jobs at gyms and other types of fitness centers, as well as work on a cruise ship or become a private instructor, an you can even open your own yoga businesses. Before you jump on boar with this […]
Preparing your Facebook Profile for your Job Search
Did you know that your Facebook profile could actually be hurting your chances to find a job? Since so many people use this social networking site, some employers are using what they find there to make an ultimate decision about which candidate to hire. Don’t squash your chances at the job of your dreams because […]
How to Create a Writing Portfolio
If you want to find a writing job or work in any kind of position that requires you to have writing skills, prospective employers will likely want to see your writing portfolio. The writing portfolio you present is just as important if not more important than your resume. Here are some tips you can use […]
Great Jobs for Music Lovers
Most people are music fans. During the day, as I’m working, I’m often listening to iTunes, and one of my favorite things to do on weekends is go to shows with friends to see local bands. Did you know that you could turn this interest into a job? If you’re a music lover, here are […]