Careers & Employment - February 2007

I am currently looking for a first job. However I am finding it very difficult because most places require sales skills which I obviously don't have. Does anyone have any tips or suggestions? Thanks!

2007-02-01 06:05:34 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-01 06:03:34 · 3 answers · asked by Danielson F 3

2007-02-01 06:00:57 · 2 answers · asked by CHERRI P 1

I had left a company almost a year ago. I called today to find out what my re-hire status is and I was told that the comapny dosn't give out that kind of information.

2007-02-01 05:54:18 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

50 years ago, people used to be pretty static and loyal to their company. Now, people are liquid. Why is this?

2007-02-01 05:52:11 · 10 answers · asked by trer 3

a. knowing personal likes and dislikes
b. having an inner commitment to succeed
c. finding reasons to fail
d. a & b

2007-02-01 05:51:14 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

a. vote themselves into leadership
b. vary leadership styles every minute of the day
c. fail all the time and still be a productive leader
d. succeed at leadership if in the correct situation

2007-02-01 05:49:41 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

hey guys i live in california minimum wage here is $7.50 i am a cellphone company sales rep im not even working for a corporate store..what kind of pay should i expect? i have been here for about 6 months and i pretty much manage the store; opening and closing 9-5..help me out...i kinda want a better job..

2007-02-01 05:47:16 · 4 answers · asked by Franky 1

Should an amicably separated employee have access to his voicemail for a certain period of time?

2007-02-01 05:46:08 · 3 answers · asked by dawneroe1 1

I am going away with my bf for V-day. From 2/14-2/18 out of town. I asked my employer for the 14th-16th off - he is telling me that the 16th is a no as he is taking off that day & needs me here. Problem is the reservations are made and I will be out of town - I have an ok job where I am given alot of flexability in my schedule but have also put up with alot of crap.

2007-02-01 05:43:21 · 6 answers · asked by martiek7 3

I just graduated with BA in Spanish and Global and Multinational studies.
I've been looking for full-time jobs and so far I've been offered only $10 with some or w/o benefits. ( I checked out some office jobs and hospitality jobs). I calculated that w/o taxes $10 per hour makes only 19 K per year. If you subtract taxes it is even less.

My question is, do you any entry-level job that pays at least $12 per hour?

Thanks

2007-02-01 05:39:42 · 7 answers · asked by MissionSuccess 3

If I am not at least an hour early for work, I am late. I think I have a great work ethic.

2007-02-01 05:38:25 · 10 answers · asked by Obi-wan Kenobi 4

2007-02-01 05:33:13 · 22 answers · asked by rocraida79 1

Im 15 this May and wondering what jobs are out there at that age. I do a paper-round at the moment but apparently at that age some places will take you on, any ideas?

Thanks

-Cameron- x

2007-02-01 05:30:16 · 18 answers · asked by § gαввαηα § 5

I have been looking everywhere on how to become a registered nurse. I've called colleges and all they tell me is to call other places and find out. It's like the whole world has no idea! I don't want to get finacial aid, because I already owe some and can't withdraw anymore. Is there any certificate programs that I can take online to become one? Someone help me!

2007-02-01 05:25:13 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I work for a large company and have noticed that the people that get singled for awards and bonuses are friends of the manager and not the hardest workers. Is this the norm in the work place?

2007-02-01 05:24:22 · 8 answers · asked by hiyall123 2

A. take a deep breath and start at the top of the pile and work your way down as quickly as possible.
B. complain to your boss that it's an unreasonable amount of work.
C. decide for yourself what is the most important, then get started.
D. ask your boss to prioritize assignments.

2007-02-01 05:08:34 · 4 answers · asked by betty m 1

How do you search for jobs without using the internet? I am a recent college graduate and I have been searching online for a non profit job but to no avail. My question may seem stupid but i've never lived without the internet as my resource....How did people used to find work? Did they just go from place to place seeing and hoping they were hiring?? Did they call them? Was it all networking? I know now a lot of places do not want you to call (well non profits at least) so what happens then?

I think I already know the answer I am just frusturated with this whole process....

2007-02-01 05:06:43 · 9 answers · asked by skit45 2

i dispatch elevator calls to techinicians, answer phones, type letters, copy, file, fax papers, make elevator proposals, contracts.. what is my job discription..

2007-02-01 05:06:31 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

i've just met a girl, who is new to town this week and we've had coffee and dinner twice. do you think she's interested, she's also ask to see me again this weekend. do women date other men, even if they have a partner

2007-02-01 05:06:15 · 7 answers · asked by rjhamuk 2

I'm the secretary for a section consisting of 7 people. It's only 2 that are bothersome. They ask what am I eating, where did I buy it from, would I like to share, etc. Short of leaving the office when I eat, what do I say or what do I do to get them to leave me the h*** alone? May I please have some serious suggestions as well as some hilarious ones?
Thanks,
Mom of B & D

2007-02-01 05:00:48 · 10 answers · asked by Mom of B & D 5

though there are many jobs available for us many of us wish to go to alien countries.then how can we develop our country?how to stop it?

2007-02-01 05:00:13 · 2 answers · asked by kunnu 3

2007-02-01 04:57:58 · 6 answers · asked by wild_eep 6

2007-02-01 04:49:14 · 9 answers · asked by Foxtrot 2

2007-02-01 04:45:02 · 8 answers · asked by g N 1

I used to think 40-hour workweeks were the norm, but now it seems corporate downsizing is pressuring people to work 60 or more, including weekends. I know some people claim that working the extra hours is a personal choice, but it seems that there is pressure from top management to work those extra hours or risk not making the cut during the next downsizing period (which definitely takes the choice out of it). I also understand that America is one of only a few developed countries that doesn't have mandatory vacation time. Is corporate greed causing the average American to work longer and longer hours, basically against his or her will?

2007-02-01 04:44:47 · 4 answers · asked by Steady As She Goes 2

I have recently gotten a job that I am pretty happy about, but I just don't feel that I am giving 110%

2007-02-01 04:43:42 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

Part I
If you had to choose between:
A.) a very marketable and profitable career that you enjoyed
B.) a career that you were absolutely passionate about, but would make 1/3 as much money at most

Which would you choose and why?

Part II
The reason I am asking is because I am in this position now. I am a Software Engineer with 8 years of experience, and I am making a comfortable 6-digit salary. I like my job and I'm good at it, but it's not as dynamic and exciting as I would like it to be.

I have always had an incredible passion for cooking, so I thought it would be great to become a Professional Chef. I put myself through school working food service, and I am quite an accomplished cook. But, chefs have a very difficult time making what I would consider a comfortable salary and I would be starting at the bottom. I would still need culinary school also.

If you were in my position, what would you do, and why?

2007-02-01 04:33:04 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

It just amazes me how people are nowadays. Up until recently, I worked 7 days a week (full-time job and part-time job). My part-time job is in retail so I have to stand on my feet during my entire shift. When it's not busy, I clean and put out stock and the other employees make fun of me because I'm working so hard. They want to make the money but don't want to have to do much to earn it. I take pride in my jobs and staying busy makes the time go by fast. Are you one of the lazy people who want things to come easy for you without working hard for it or are you a hard worker like myself?

2007-02-01 04:32:30 · 10 answers · asked by Me, Myself & I 4

The two kinds I'm interested in are

- the visas that Aussies, New Zealanders and Canadians get to work here for two years or so

- Fresh Talent Working in Scotland visas for people who studied here

Any experiences with this type of thing?

Thanks!

2007-02-01 04:31:03 · 3 answers · asked by wild_eep 6