Careers & Employment - December 2007

HI there, any local agencies businesses or sites (OTHER THAN THE KNOWN BIGGIES MONSTER, ETC.) that can point me in the right direction? Where do I begin to look?

Anyone from NEW JERSEY that can help me with local sites, or news papers would help out a lot. Thanks!!!

2007-12-25 00:03:17 · 5 answers · asked by n.primus 1 in Administrative and Office Support

2007-12-24 23:52:27 · 7 answers · asked by Dustndwind 6 in Government & Non-Profit

I've been working in retail for only a few months now as a casual worker, but over the past few weeks the amount of shifts I am rostered on for has increased hugely. Usually I wouldn't complain about the extra cash, but the shiftload has become life-consuming (shifts are nine hours long and I commute one and a half hours to and from my job). To make matters worse, the store I work in is tiny, messy and extremely busy. In fact the only thing keeping me at this job is that the store is an extremely prestigious one and that my working there makes me cool. :)
I think one of the main reasons I am getting so many shifts is that I am good at my job and I'm quite young and as such my pay is lower.
Anyway, from tommorow onwards, I am working for eight days straight. I'm now working more than most of the permanent staff whom I work with, and for less money.
My question is; is it legal for someone of my working status to be rostered on as much as I am?
I really don't want to quit - I need money.

2007-12-24 22:16:55 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Legal

2007-12-24 21:47:19 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Financial Services

2007-12-24 21:00:19 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

2007-12-24 18:23:13 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Administrative and Office Support

I am sending a resume and a cover letter via email first time in my life. But, I have three questions to ask....
Could somebody help me out?

1. Should I attach a cover letter as a word document, or should it be a body of the email?
2. If I should send the cover letter as a word document, what should I write on the body of email?
2. What is the appropriate title of this email?

Thanks!!

2007-12-24 16:49:45 · 5 answers · asked by rachel 1 in Other - Careers & Employment

do you think online applications are fair? i mean i guess applicants don't really have a say in the matter, but they seem to make my life alot harder. a few years ago when i filled out paper applications, i actually heard back from people. by applying online, you don't know that it's actually being recived by anyone. with all the silly tests, it can take an hour per application without the promise of so much as a phone call, and your denied the chance to make a good impression. i remember how i got all of my previous jobs, being a friendly 19 yearold girl...i would just go in, smile, speak enough to show i'm approchable and well spoken and somtimes that was enough for the person to say "well...come on back and i'll interview you". these days...i send out a dozen online apps and just don't hear back. thats like 12 hours worth of time that i will never get back. is anyone else pisssed by this? anyone else think online apps are making it harder to find work?

2007-12-24 16:32:49 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

I want to be a financial adviser at Merill Lynch, but I've heard that it is necessary to go to a prestigious University to do this which I have not. I went to the University of Central Florida. Do I stand a chance?

2007-12-24 14:33:33 · 9 answers · asked by pond 1 in Financial Services

2007-12-24 14:26:57 · 1 answers · asked by danresvel 1 in Government & Non-Profit

and please give a range for average starting salary for each job good answers would be greatly appreciated

2007-12-24 14:19:57 · 9 answers · asked by Ryan S 1 in Financial Services

I'm getting married in June so we are going to take a mini-honeymoon to north of us. Then in the winter we are going to go some where warm! (we live in wisconsin)

I just started a job this past July and earn ONE vacation day a month. I have 3 so far, by June I should have about 9. Not enough.

In July, my fiance's family takes a trip to canada for 10 days, which I would LOVE to go of course because we'll be newly weds.

Can I ask at work if theres unpaid time I can have?

Does anyone have any knowledge about how that works? I LOVE my job and plan on staying there forever and they are so easy going with changing times I work, but I'm full-time so as long as each week I get 37.5-40 hours they don't care.

I was THINKING maybe I would go part time and then my vacation days would be covered but I'm not sure thats an wise option

How much time is your job giving you unpaid?

I guess also any tips how to go about (asking HR or my manager) this would be great!

2007-12-24 13:28:06 · 3 answers · asked by Mom to one cute boy! 6 in Other - Careers & Employment

I feel I am stagnating in my current job however I am reluctant to quit it in order to find a new one because I don't know if i can afford to be out of work. I work 9-5 whats the best way to get a new job whilst I am working? Shall I make up excuses to get off work to go to interviews? Tell the truth? Or try to arrange interviews around my working hours? What has anyone else experiences been?

2007-12-24 10:36:22 · 7 answers · asked by Hally 2 in Administrative and Office Support

Hi. I am in need of my full work history. I dont want to have to pay a fee if it is preventable. Can any one help me with a website or maybe even a phone #? I live in Texas if that helps. Thanks.

2007-12-24 10:35:19 · 5 answers · asked by Myles D 2 in Administrative and Office Support

where is somewhere thats usually really easy to get hired at?
i need a job really bad, i just wouldnt want to work in a resturant or fast food place, and do places really actually check if you have a high school diploma?

2007-12-24 09:44:16 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Food Service

Ok, so I am a 14 year old that has beeb cooking since 13, so only about a year of experience under my belt. I was an apprentice at an upscale french "bistro" for 8 months. I worked as the pantry cook for the summer. The restaurant is really slow during the summer, because of the older clientele. I only worked lunch, and the most we ever had was 65 lunches. it was my first job on the line, so I got really nervous. No matter how many people, even if there were only a couple of tickets, I would get nervous. I was also pretty slow, but I progressed as the summer went on. After the summer, i couldnt have a job there b/c i only worked lunch, but then i was in school. Now, I am working at an upscale catering place. there are 3 chefs teaching me and paying me! I have been practicing my knife skills, basic cooking skills, and just trying to get more experience before i get back on the line.
So was i just nervous b/c i was new to the line? or am i just not meant for the job?..............

2007-12-24 09:34:55 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Food Service

whats the best time to shop for clothes.Durning the chrismas hoilday sales, or is thing cheaper after the hoilday sales?.

2007-12-24 08:27:40 · 1 answers · asked by violetrosebudd 2 in Marketing & Sales

My wife recently got her employment authorization and is looking for a job. She has a masters in Structural engineering and has 2+ years of experience in STAAD, AutoCAD and finite element analysis in the design and construction of ASH/SILO systems used in Thermal Power plants.

We looked for jobs in various job sites such as monster, yahoo, indeed etc. There are very few openings. I know that knowledge of STAAD combined with AutoCAD is a very good asset for a structural engineer. I just think that we are looking at wrong place. Since she is new to the country she does not know where stuructural engineering oppurtunities are posted.

We currently live in Atlanta, GA but are willing to relocate. If any of you know opportunities or atleast places where they are posted, please share.

TIA

2007-12-24 07:52:38 · 2 answers · asked by rave27 2 in Technology

Please read the following items which define a "profession".

A Profession:
* has a unique body of knowledge and values - and a perspective to go with it.
* has controlled entry to the group eg registration
* demonstrates a high degree of autonomous practice.
* has its own disciplinary system.
* enjoys the Recognition and Respect of the wider community.

Question:
Is nursing a profession?

2007-12-24 06:36:21 · 6 answers · asked by donnam4863 2 in Health Care

This can be a project of my choosing and I choose NOT to write a 30 page paper.

2007-12-24 06:29:26 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

----> EXCEL - any excel functions are useful for accountants / auditors ?

2007-12-24 05:35:56 · 5 answers · asked by -----> Need Help 1 in Financial Services

2007-12-24 02:32:57 · 19 answers · asked by sou 2 in Other - Careers & Employment

What are their limitations? If I just wanted to find out if I have a legitimate case for litigation, could a paralegal tell me? Do I just get out the Yellow Pages to find one? Do they have specialties?

2007-12-24 01:29:19 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Legal

if i'm a lawyer and then i get a maters degree in Legal Studies: Law and Public Policy...can that lead me to becoming a university professor??? is there something after it i need to study...or is it a waste of money and time?

2007-12-24 01:18:52 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Legal

2007-12-24 00:48:02 · 1 answers · asked by Damien K 1 in Financial Services

2007-12-24 00:45:28 · 13 answers · asked by maria 1 in Law & Legal

2007-12-24 00:04:05 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Technology

Is anybody aware of the average pay rates for an under 16 year old in the UK?
Answers much appreciated!
J

2007-12-23 23:59:37 · 1 answers · asked by Jay D 2 in Other - Careers & Employment

2007-12-23 20:34:05 · 6 answers · asked by vikki f 1 in Other - Careers & Employment

2007-12-23 20:18:55 · 1 answers · asked by wizard 1 in Law & Legal