Making a "Positive Impression"

New research from the USC Marshall School of Business reveals that when people are trying to make a positive impression, they may behave in ways that contradict gender stereotypes, but not necessarily to their benefit. The study, carried out by... Continue»

Posted on August 15, 2008

Use Your Resume to Help You Move up the Corporate Ladder

By Heather Eagar So, you've been working in the same position for several years and now feel the time is right to elevate your level of responsibility along with your title and salary. However, with this being your first time... Continue»

Posted on August 1, 2008

Looking at the Right Sites to Find a Job

As a job seeker, it is part of your job search to prepare resumes. As what has been said over and over again, resumes are key to job interviews. The way you write your resume, the way you present it and the way you send it together with a decent cover letter to your prospective company reflects ho serious you are in looking for a job. Continue»

Posted on July 18, 2008

Is It Time To Get A New Job

By James Copper With the massive change in the economy, there is nothing that can be guaranteed. You may have not thought of it, but the truth is that you might lose your job at a time when you are... Continue»

Posted on April 11, 2008

Connections Invaluable for New Grads Seeking First Job

Despite talk of the U.S. economy heading for recession, the job outlook for college students graduating this spring is expected to be good. However, that doesn't mean landing the first job will be easy--even entry-level positions often call for professional... Continue»

Posted on March 28, 2008

Body Art on the Rise but Not So Trendy at Work

The brow, lip, nose or tongue - piercings are becoming more common, and likewise, tattoos are more prominent. But both current and prospective employees may want to think twice before revealing body art in a professional setting. Body art is... Continue»

Posted on February 11, 2008

Deception Detection

DECEPTION, LIE-DETECTING, TRUTHFULNESS, LEGAL ERROR, INNOCENCE, GUILT, FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY Continue»

Posted on October 22, 2007

Virtual Worlds Provide Forum for Legitimate Job Interviews

GDN) - Job candidates may be dressed in PJs or jeans when they take part in interviews in virtual worlds such as Second Life, but they still need to put their best foot -- or rather, their avatar's best foot... Continue»

Posted on October 22, 2007

Preparing for the job market: The Next Generation of Technology Jobs

At the same time that fewer students are pursuing computer-related careers, industry demands on graduates are increasing, in large part because of a new approach in the design of microprocessors. These conflicting factors represent a challenge to U.S. educators, said Vijay Pai, an assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering. Continue»

Posted on August 13, 2007

Why Black Neighborhoods Have High Unemployment

By Harry C. Alford Despite what many bigots and ignorant minds would like to think, black neighborhoods are blighted for a reason other than a biological one. The reason or reasons are calculated schemes by sinister and greedy minds that... Continue»

Posted on June 22, 2007