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Grand Rapids Careers & Workplace

Sometimes It's the little things

Joye BriggsJuly 18, 2010 Careers & Workplace | July 18, 2010
Recently I critiqued a job seeker's resume of a person in Kalamazoo. This person given me a paper copy of his resume, and wanted me to critique...
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Job Creator Needed

Joye BriggsJuly 18, 2010 Careers & Workplace | July 18, 2010
Wouldn't it be nice if we could have a position available for a job creator? This hypothetical position would utilize someone gifted in...
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Sending out resumes, but no requests for an interview?

July 11, 2010 Careers & Workplace | July 11, 2010 Joye Briggs
Far too many job seekers apply for multiple jobs, yet they wonder why they never get a call for an interview. Hiring managers typically are only...
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Michigan's proposed fair use tax will create job growth - for Indiana

July 09, 2010 Careers & Workplace | July 9, 2010 Joye Briggs
A tax proposal overhaul is in the works for the citizens of Michigan. But, will this tax proposal improve the employment rate in Michigan, or will...
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Resume blunders and spammers frustrate employers

Joye BriggsJuly 09, 2010 Careers & Workplace | July 9, 2010
If you have ever received e-mails, you probably know what a spammed e-mail looks like. It's unwanted, and chances are that you send the...
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Can negativity sabotage a job seeker's chances?

Careers & Workplace | July 6, 2010 Joye BriggsJuly 06, 2010
Does negativity sabotage opportunities for finding employment? A very wise Winston Churchill once stated, "A pessimist sees the difficulty in...
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Older displaced workers need not be out of the running in the job search

Joye BriggsJuly 04, 2010 Careers & Workplace | July 4, 2010
Many older workers believe that the reason they are bypassed for positions is based upon their age. While it is true that younger workers typically...
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Free training July 14th in Kalamazoo for potential and existing small business owners

Careers & Workplace | July 3, 2010 Joye BriggsJuly 03, 2010
Job seekers, have you ever considered starting your own business? Many people have some great ideas, but are unsure of how to properly conduct the...
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West Michigan job seekers - Is a cell phone necessary for a job search?

July 03, 2010 Careers & Workplace | July 3, 2010 Joye Briggs
Is a cell phone necessary in today's era as a job seeker? Yes! There are several basic models that can be bought for less than $25 at a store...
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How to make a light tent for photos of merchandise to sell on line

June 25, 2010 Careers & Workplace | June 25, 2010 Dena Oyler
Directions to make an inexpensive light tent for taking photos of merchandise to sell on line can be found at this wonderful site chock full of...
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