A good worker is someone who knows the right thing to do at the time it has to be done, and does it without being told.
Week of November 1st
COVER STORY
Taking the Leap Expand your job search by looking beyond your current industry. By viewing your skill set from a functional perspective, you should see a much broader range of opportunities for which you are qualified, possibly in fields with less competition.
Nonprofit organizations are popular places to volunteer, but many have paid positions as well. Here are some websites that can help you find them.
JOBWIRE
Wages and Hiring Out of Deep Freeze Despite Many Jobless, Jobs Hard to Fill Small Business Sees Hiring on Horizon Solar Training Funds Heat Up On the Job Front And the Latest Hirings and Firings
As the job market downturn drags on, it's tough not to get dragged down along with it. It's bad enough to be unemployed, but when the light at the end of the tunnel isn't getting any brighter, the darkness can become overwhelming. That's why it's critical to focus on the positive things you can do with the free time you've gained. Learn new skills, pursue new interests, enjoy friends and family, and make the most of this unexpected opportunity for growth.