Other - Careers & Employment

I need your assistance in proof reading the following, i appreciate your help.

"I am a competent detail oriented individual, with experiences in fulfilling commands in communications, graphics and marketing projects, looking for a position in the financial sector as a marketing associate with the long term goal of becoming a marketing director."

2007-10-08 05:14:43 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Okay, I'm moving from Seattle to Orlando in January and need a new career... I could be considered a good "office manager/receptionist/secretary" but was thinking of getting into the medical billing/coding... if anyone is doing that now -do you like it? -does it pay well? -would you continue doing it for the next 10 years, or is it more of a 5 year career?

I have gone to a university but it was only for 1 year... was thinking of going back a community college then possibly to UCF when I can afford to do so... but in the mean time I really don't want to get involved with retail/grocery/food or even seasonal positions... for the past 3 yrs i've been in a high end $40K/YR salary and im in my early twenties... what are some other good careers that are good for ppl with "some college" who enjoy the desk-type jobs?? again, i dont want something that will be a part-time dead end career.... just looking for input!

2007-10-08 05:09:25 · 3 answers · asked by guccigal 2

I just had an interview with three people at a great company. I would like to send them each a thank you letter, but they told me that they will make a decision about the position by the middle of this week (2 more days). Should I overnight the thank you letter to each person or is an email thank you letter acceptable?

2007-10-08 05:05:42 · 3 answers · asked by Lepke 7

actually, what are the different salaries ( the starting salary, salary's with different degrees, etc) for a mechanical engineer in canada?

2007-10-08 05:03:15 · 2 answers · asked by ashleigh m 3

A series of events have made my resume look like a patchwork quilt (four jobs in seven years and now looking for another). I'm worried potential employers think I'm a job hopper.

I've put reasons why I left each position on my resume (none of them negative -- merger, state move, etc.). Do you think I should make a statement about it in my cover letter -- something like "rest assured I'm not a job hopper, been an ever-changing seven years, I've been dedicated to each position and have references that can attest to that fact, etc."?

2007-10-08 04:56:14 · 88 answers · asked by Brntte3078 4

i was told by the unemployment office to file my unemployment claim today. my question is...ive heard they ask you if you have gone out and looked for a job..how do they do that? im still confused.

2007-10-08 04:50:57 · 8 answers · asked by ? 5

I have interviewed for a company Wed., and they called me Friday and offered me the position. The HR person said that the written offer is forthcoming (waiting on the President of the company to sign) - would you give your notice to your current employer with out the written offer???

2007-10-08 04:04:23 · 4 answers · asked by jodeerob 2

I was laid of from a tractor-trailer driving job that I held for 9 years. I not only drove the truck, I managed almost all aspects of a single truck operation. I would like to see if there are non-driving job opportunites for me in the trucking industry to apply my experience to. I am searching for websites that list these types of positions. Thanks.

2007-10-08 04:02:25 · 7 answers · asked by horsepower_m 1

I have NO job experience. I have done a bit of volunteering but what I really want to know is if it would be ok to lie about some of the volunteering I've done. Is there any way to check if I don't give them a reference? My resume is going to be really empty if I don't lie about one or two volunteering jobs.

Also I think I should write a cover letter to make my resume stand out and look more professional. If I'm applying to retail outlets, what kind of things should I write on my cover letter?

I really hope someone has some good advice for me on this since I need to make money for a trip in summer 2008 :)

Thanks in advance :)

2007-10-08 03:49:57 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a unique circumstance. I am in need of a work from home opportunity that is legit, pays well, and little or no money to start. Due to life changes I can't go out of the home to work.I am seeking a real at home opportunity. I have various skills and I am dependable.

Yahoo community please give me real feed back.My life and family life depends on it.

2007-10-08 03:25:18 · 5 answers · asked by JOELLEMICHELLE 2

In regard to these utterly RIDICULOUS psychometric tests used by employers for job applicants, I have just been left utterly FUMING and DISGUSTED, as I have just been knocked back by an employer because I did not "meet the criteria". This is just MADNESS, as I had ALL the clerical experience needed for the job, but they turned me down just because I didn't score high enough on these STUPID STUPID tests!!!

Isn't it about time these employers were made to scrap these tests, and go back to the days when experience counted?

I am still feeling utterly sick and disgusted at this rejection!

2007-10-08 02:33:55 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

I will be joining the Met this month. They have sent through two pension schemes for me to choose from- nuvos and partnership. I've tried reseaching but they are very complicated. Any advice on the best to opt for would be very helpful. Im 23. Unmarried.

2007-10-07 23:28:40 · 1 answers · asked by ed.knight 3

I have to start to think about which career path to follow, and I want it to incorporate both science and writing, as I am skilled at both. Also, where should I go for work experience for this? Any help is much appreciated.

2007-10-07 22:45:16 · 4 answers · asked by BAMM 4

2007-10-07 22:43:48 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

recently i had to call in sick to my job, my boss yelled at me for calling in sick and then went on to say that he was going to make sure that the next time i requested time-off i would be denied. what i want to know is can he really do that? can i file a complaint with the labor board? by the way i did get a doctors note for the sick day. i live in ca, and this job is part time. any help is appreciated.

2007-10-07 18:16:20 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

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2007-10-07 18:14:41 · 2 answers · asked by random_me 2

It seems like at my work it is completely acceptable to come in late.

Today, two people called in sick and two people including a fellow manager came in late. The same manager has shown up more than 4 hours latei n hte past. The other person comes in late so much that it's joked about.

Why is this so acceptable? Why can't they show up on time and why doesn't the store manager do anything about it?

2007-10-07 17:59:40 · 8 answers · asked by MLeinart7 2

I've been in my current position for about 3 months now, but I've been with same company for a year in late November. I've been having a lot of issues with people in the office lately & some issues with my working environment. Here's a list of some issues:

-I've been having to take extra vitamins at home to ensure that I don't get sick from work because the boss keeps it extremely cold in the office because she's old & is always hot. Several times I've felt as though I was starting to come down with a cold. Luckily, I haven't gotten very sick probably because of the extra vitamins.

-I'm not allowed to access the internet anymore. I used to go to our local news stations' websites to check the news & sometimes yahoo or MSN. Apparently those sites are bad???

-I'm not allowed to send personal e-mails anymore. My husband & I would e-mail each other as our way of communicating throughout the day while at work.

2007-10-07 17:27:49 · 7 answers · asked by ARMYwife<3 4

2007-10-07 17:24:07 · 2 answers · asked by Kris 1

i'm 15 years old living in Maryland...i'm in school..but i need money so please help anybody i could babysit or be an assistant,secretary..whateva i could do it

2007-10-07 15:21:42 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am 22 years old. I am trying to define myself, but I am scared of taking the wrong road.

My father and family want me to be a doctor since I was a little kid---I could never imagine being anything else, but a doctor. I actually went to science highschool to become a doctor. Unforetunately, I did not like math and science.

In college I was majoring in Political Science (IR) to become a diplomat---I very much love the subjects. Luckily, I had a great opportunity to do an internship at an embassy. I found out good and bad about the life of diplomats---I do not want to be a diplomat. Therefore, I am now doing my Master in Public Administration (HR). I will graduate in May. Honestly, I am now scared to find out that l actually do not like to work in this area and waste my time go to college.

What should I do? Please advice. Thank you very much.

Sorry for the poor grammar ---English is my second language.

2007-10-07 13:25:53 · 3 answers · asked by Hope 4

I am getting a bachelor's degree in accounting and if I take a full load of classes I will finish next December. However, I have been offered an accounting clerk position. If I take the job, I will have to cut back on my course load and it will take about a year longer to obtain my degree. The position will give me experience, but the pay is very low. Should I take the position in order to gain experience or just get my degree and then try to get a job (even though I will not have any experience)?

2007-10-07 13:18:29 · 12 answers · asked by AMM 4

I have an on-campus interview with an employer I would love to work for. I have been researching interview tips, and one of the most common ones is to write a thank-you note restating your interest in the position. However, I have seen some advice where they recommend you do it immediately after with a pen and paper, and give it to the secretary to give to the interviewer on his way out later that day. I have also seen advice where you should email it to them within the next day. What do you guys think would leave the best impression?

2007-10-07 12:03:55 · 12 answers · asked by C 2

I graduated 21 years ago - I don't know where my High School Diploma is - I've moved at least 10 times since then. I just started looking for a job and when I see that they require a HS Diploma, it made me wonder how to handle that...

2007-10-07 11:55:15 · 2 answers · asked by Angela G 2

I know no one can tell me what to do, but I'm hoping a response on here might spark an idea with me.

I've switched majors 3 times now, and yet I still cannot figure out what I want to do. It's a little frustrating when seemingly everyone around me has a career path.

It's seems so simple to say 'find something you love' but it's really not that simple.

How did everyone out there come across their career?

2007-10-07 10:33:12 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've been a supervisor for 2 years. I now want to give up my supervisory position, and return to being a regular employee. Looking for examples of a letter to submit, so that I don't burn my bridges, as this letter will be in my file for future prospective employers to see (if I ever find a better job)

2007-10-07 10:23:29 · 3 answers · asked by Jocy 1

2007-10-07 09:56:11 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Tell us about yourself.
Tell us about a situation where you convinced someone in a sales situation?
How would you motivate a team?
Why do you want to work with our firm?
Give us an example of your ability to work as part of a team.
What was your role?
How do you handle tension?
Give us an example of your ability to work under pressure?
What starting salary do you expect?
What can you offer to our firm?
Are you a leader or a follower?
How many hours would you like to work?
Of your past jobs, which job was your favorite? Which one did you enjoy the least?
What were your duties on your favorite job? What was challenging about the job and how did you deal with those challenges.
Do you have anything to add?

2007-10-07 09:34:47 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

Location: Dalton, GA (2 hours from Atlanta)

Right now I am thinking of studying something in the field of business or marketing.

My question is whether a career in marketing is easy to come by. I've heard stories of people going to a top college and majoring in something like law and then not being able to find a job after they get their degree, because the demand is not very high for there job. If I get a degree in the marketing field will I be able to quickly find a good paying job in my area. (Willing to move, but not to far from where I currently am)

If not what other career paths do you suggest?
- AP student
- Currently have a 3.2 non-weighted GPA
- Most of my Family owns their own business.
- Vegetarian (so I won’t be a butcher lol)
- Willing to go into the field of medicine (psychology, dentistry) also anything that pertains to the bossiness world i.e. accounting, banking, business management etc.
- Open to suggestions

2007-10-07 08:14:01 · 1 answers · asked by premd 3

If you can, could you be specific? For example, instead of saying "surgeon," say "heart surgeon?"

Thanks!

2007-10-07 07:21:51 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous