Other - Careers & Employment

Okay, I graduated two years ago with a bachelors degree in history. In the last two years I've had four jobs, two laid me off, and one was temporary and they let me go.

With in those four jobs, I had one job pay me 12 dollars an hour. The other three paid me 8 dollars, 7.50, and 7.00 dollars an hour.

All my supervisors/managers never had a problem with me and told me I was an excellent worker also.

I've also applied at different jobs that could use my degree like musuems and archive jobs in the area I live in, which is the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex area.

And I've done research along the way and what type of jobs people with history degrees can use. I also know one can be a history teacher if they go back and get certified through an alternative certification program. So there was always that option of teaching.

Now I'm about to take my fifth job in two years working at Lowe's as a temporary cashier at 9 dollars an hour.

Anybody have some advice? This is getting old.

2007-07-24 08:56:07 · 17 answers · asked by ryan_runner 3

i'm working as a computer enginering is it a good job,
how much is an hourse,,,
and can i make a living out od that PLEASE asnerw me thank you very much.

2007-07-24 08:39:01 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

If you see an applicant with an online degree, are you skeptical? Because of my work schedule, I need to do a masters degree online. But as an employer, do you value an online degree as much?

2007-07-24 07:46:37 · 4 answers · asked by ungirl 3

I want to move to New York to work as a stockbroker but need the series 7 & 63 exams. As far as i can see you have to be sponsored by a US company to take them. I already have my financial regulations and securities exam in England but want to take the US exams over here. Is that possible?

2007-07-24 05:39:20 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

I went in for an interview on friday, I did all 3 interviews the same day. They made me go and take a drug test, and now its Tuesday and Im waiting for a call back. I know i havent been waiting that long, but should I call them back and see whatsup? Or should I just wait it out? Im really anxious to start working. What should I do?

2007-07-24 05:04:50 · 6 answers · asked by erycalee007 1

I know this question is probably asked frequently, but here it is again.

Mine is the person who takes 2 hour lunches all the time and takes about 100 personal phone calls throughout the day. And they hired her to keep track of everyone else's time off, among other things.

2007-07-24 05:04:14 · 8 answers · asked by Proud Momma 6

hey..im attending a job fair which consist of an on the spot interviews for Crowne Plaza Hotel? the thing is i dont know what to wear. help???

2007-07-24 04:36:45 · 2 answers · asked by lusciouzz p 1

job duties during my employment. I have rang up my ex-manager a few times and he said he would have the letter send to me, but not yet received after few months left the company. one of the reason is he is very busy and couldn't have time, the other reason is he is not willing to write the letter for me. What can I do?? Is there any method or how should I say to him? I do really want to have the letter in black and white. please help.

2007-07-24 03:38:04 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

exciting new career with traveling involved. I've thought of working on a yacht as a Stewardess. Anyother sugesstions are greatly appreciated.

2007-07-24 03:32:15 · 12 answers · asked by kacebomb 1

my greatest weakness. I have an interview today and I wanted to say that..... my weakness is that I feel like its my responsibility to learn every all I can about the company and how jobs are accomplished. when I worked at my last job..... (example).

Any ideas, opinions? Thanks

2007-07-24 02:27:52 · 7 answers · asked by simaticoo 2

I wish to design automobiles...pls. provide adequate info. so i can choose my career.

2007-07-24 01:23:05 · 1 answers · asked by fartatartout! 4

2007-07-23 22:24:46 · 3 answers · asked by annswers 6

I'm temping as a secretary and I have an office to myself. He only comes into the office for about 5 minutes a day and I spotted a radio in the office. I asked him if it was ok if I put it on whilst working there and he said, "I insist". Wasn't that nice?

2007-07-23 22:10:38 · 5 answers · asked by The way I are 1

I am going to be attending ERAU soon (for my second degree, already have a BA) and I keep hearing the aviation industry is really unstable. Is it really such a bad career to become a commercial pilot or should I roll the dice and try for a military pilot?

2007-07-23 19:41:48 · 5 answers · asked by i_dunno 1

I have seen many questions asked resembling mine and the answers but non seems to be genuine. some time the answerer itself gives the fake informations.

so. If there is any honest person answering my question, would you please guide me how to find the online earnings and help me to do this.

Thanks for your genuine and polite answers

2007-07-23 18:13:53 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

HI i'am 18 YERAS OLD ..and i'am turning 19 in one month. I always wanted to go in the medical field and become a doctor. Right now i'am traning to be a Cna (nursing assistant) Today, i cleaned people naked , brushed them and etc and it was quite disturbing. MY question is and honesetly tell me, do you really think it is worth it. Do you enjoy your work as a CNA or do you know anybody that hates it dislikes it etc, any advice.anyway just give me advice. (i'am doing this course because i have to save up money for a car, insurance, etc_)

2007-07-23 18:03:49 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Im thinking to changing careers from a teacher to an office clerk. I like organizing, but I dont want to do something boring. Yeah, Im tired of being noble and whatever. Actually Im more tired of devoting my whole life to teaching kids who dont care. I go to work at 7am and still work when at home, sometimes until 11 to finish my lessons or projects or grading. Im not good at it anymore and Im burned out.

2007-07-23 17:25:37 · 4 answers · asked by stewey 1

im trying to get an xbox 360 and I found a good deal on one its 150 and I dont have any money(I get alowance but that would take foreveeeerrr!) I can do lots of stuff but I need tips I want to work in a restereunt but im to young please help me

2007-07-23 17:16:50 · 5 answers · asked by James U 2

I guess I should say, where can I find a job that pays cash under the table?

2007-07-23 17:06:23 · 2 answers · asked by origen01 3

okay I need help. I am helping my mother in law create a resume, problem is I need HELP! LOL.
Her experience: apartment manager for 15 years. She does clean up around the building such as scrubbing the stairs, picking up trash, collecting rent. She has also cleaned offices, such as vaccuming taking out trash cleaning office bathrooms. My problem is how to get it together in a paragraph or with keywords that a company would use.

2007-07-23 16:56:15 · 3 answers · asked by Blujeenz♥ 3

Hey there - I am trying to write a list of the things that I accomplished at my current job - and the fact is, it hasn't been much. Not due to laziness, but lack of support (from the non-involved owner).
The "accomplishments" I feel would be strectching the truth. For example, I reduced staffing costs by 50% - however, this was not due to financial talent, but having to fire half my staff on a whim of the boss.....(I had to fire the ugly people basically)
Is that kind of truth strecthing considered unethical?
Is it likely to come back and bite me in the butt?

Let me know what you think
Thanks a bunch

2007-07-23 16:49:05 · 4 answers · asked by freshbliss 6

Ok..well i'am 19 years old and i'am a guy. My dad is making me do this CNA course. This nursing assistant. today was my first day of traning and after today..i serously dont' want to do this job. It's too disturbing for me. If i can't do this in the traning , how will i manage to do this in the real job. Well i tried telling my dad that and he wants me to do it..so i have no choice..i'am seriously fedup with this. I want my own job, my own desriable thing. It's just not for me..I dont' know what i should do? shoudl i just move out and go on my own..just give me any advice you have becasue i seroiusly don't like this cna job thing.

2007-07-23 16:43:00 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

My boss has put me to work for 6 days straight and then the following week 7 days and now I am going for the 8 days straight. So Exhausted!
Is this wrong?!Or against the law?!
Note: I did have two days off in between the extended weeks

2007-07-23 16:36:26 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

please i`ll do anything but it has to pay

2007-07-23 15:26:41 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a full time job at a daycare and I really love my job. I do need to make more money though cuz as soon as I get my raise I will still only be making about $1040 a month. Part of the reason I have this job is because I don't have to work weekends so I don't want anything I have to do on the weekends. I was thinking of asking some of the parents if they need a babysitter 1 or 2 nights a week. I was also thinking of donating once or twice a week because thats $30 a time right there. So basically I need to know any side jobs I can do that aren't a commitment and that don't involve me working weekends. Even if it's only like $10 here and there. Any advice?

2007-07-23 15:24:12 · 10 answers · asked by babyblue 2

I have an interview tomorrow with Chase as a personal banker. I was referred by a friend and I did well on the assessment test. My problem...

The resume that I gave to my friend to give to recruiter has a mistake on it. I also filled an application with that resume. I need to correct dates from my past employment. Should i correct it? Or just leave it alone?

Also I want to eliminate one of my current jobs (its not relevant and its only weekends sometimes. And i want to add a job that is more significant that i worked 4 years ago. What Do I do?
Ill leave the Job change alone if anything but what about the dates??

I am a college graduate with no relevant work experience and I think they might be more concerned about me selling myself as a banker.

Thank you

2007-07-23 15:20:19 · 4 answers · asked by simaticoo 2

My resume is maybe 75% done, but I was wondering something.... would it be acceptable to mention something that I wouldn't want to do... such as cold calling (a.k.a. telemarketing) on a cover letter? I currently do inside sales. All of my customers are either pre-existing or they find us through the net, phone book etc. Many years ago I tried telemarketing while in high school and hated it. I just don't want to waste time taking off from my current job to have an interview where off the bat I'm not interested. Also, how could I word that?

thanks!

2007-07-23 14:56:55 · 8 answers · asked by honeybaby729 3

wats the best job for me?

2007-07-23 14:53:10 · 5 answers · asked by Techno 4 Life! 1

I haven't been doing work that requires dressy heeled shoes in a few years. I've outgrown my professional shoes. Can I wear loafers or short heeled boots with slacks to my interview for a receptionist position tomorrow? Or should I just spend some of my rent $$ to buy a pair or heels pumps?

2007-07-23 14:48:09 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm more curious than anything if long hair is something that could possibly make you look less desirable or taken less seriously by a potential employer. My hair is a little bit past my back and grows extremely fast so it's easy for it to get and stay long and I don't do much except for wash/condition/brush it to keep it in good condition.

For jobs/interviews I'll usually do a low ponytail or a bun or some type of up do so my hair doesn't get messed up in the possible wind, etc. Do Possible employers look at someone with longer/long hair as less serious or knowledgeable in their field (IE younger and less experienced) and go for someone with shorter hair and a more career look? Or does it matter in the end as long as you put your hair up, present yourself well-groomed if both candidates are otherwise equal?

2007-07-23 14:38:59 · 17 answers · asked by Alyssa 5