Careers & Employment - December 2007

Ok, so I was fired from my last job because customers complained that I was rude. I was never out-right rude to someone I'm just a quiet person and I think alot of people take that as I'm being rude to them. So now I need to find a new job how would I tell my potential boss about this without sounding like I'm really bad at customer service. Also, when I asked my last boss what should I say when I get asked for the reason I was terminated he said that he doesn't know, just whatever I can think of. They said they will give me a good reference I just dont know how to put this without sounding like someone they shouldn't hire.

2007-12-01 08:12:21 · 3 answers · asked by Amanda 2 in Other - Careers & Employment

I am a teacher looking for a freelance writing job. Any ideas as to where I may find work in educational magazines, giving advice to teachers or any other more general freelance work, like copywriting, travel writing or other aspects.

2007-12-01 08:06:25 · 4 answers · asked by David S 1 in Other - Careers & Employment

2007-12-01 08:06:00 · 5 answers · asked by crackerjack 3 in Marketing & Sales

I'm applying for a job as a library assistant which I really want, it fits in well with my history degree, is part time (I have a young baby so I want a part time job) and is very local.

What sort of qualities would I have to highlight? I have to fill in a section on "work experience, interests etc" and tell them about "myself, my future career plans ans show how this makes me suitable for the job.

Any suggestions? I have a history degree, have worked mainly as a temporary secretar/typist up till now, but also as a shop assistant (serving the public). I have a one year old son who is already a member of the library, I enjoy reading and use the library regularly for myself and also baby books for my son.

I hate filling in application forms because I never know how to "sell" myself! Help!

2007-12-01 07:50:12 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

But it seems that they are all "scams" Can anyone tell me if there is a web site that lists companies that would hire? and I could trust?

2007-12-01 07:21:21 · 9 answers · asked by Malena 1 in Other - Careers & Employment

For jobs like Starbucks, do employers interview every applicant or do they only pick the applicants with the qualification that they are looking for and only interview those people?

2007-12-01 07:02:34 · 8 answers · asked by anonymous 2 in Other - Careers & Employment

I am planning to enter Hampton's 5-year MBA program, but have no clue what I really want to do after that. Maybe something with marketing...

2007-12-01 06:56:45 · 2 answers · asked by crlb37 1 in Marketing & Sales

Specifically, I'm looking for information on centers in Detroit Metro area in MI. I'm graduating with a BA (psychology and child development concentration) in Jan 08 and am researching Kindercare as a possible employer.

2007-12-01 06:27:28 · 3 answers · asked by TEM 3 in Health Care

I have a bachelors degree. my husband came to this country a few months ago. he has 3 years of college I am 35 and he is 39. We have no savings. It is hard for us we live in NY. We want to start a business and save $$ for our future. He will start working soon, I only make $36,000 per year, and most likely he is starting out with low paying job. ANy suggestions or strategies? I feel like we are losing even before we start, any helpful advice will be greatly appreciated.

2007-12-01 06:15:07 · 7 answers · asked by M W 1 in Financial Services

My brother is a pharmaceutical sales rep and is constantly driving. What is a good gift for someone who is in the car a lot? Thanks!

2007-12-01 06:12:08 · 6 answers · asked by Leah 3 in Marketing & Sales

Is it true that if someone is to get employed after having a job interview, he/she would be notified right after the interview is over instead of waiting for days to get notified by a letter or a phone call from the organization? Have a nice day.

2007-12-01 05:20:47 · 16 answers · asked by recalcitrant99 1 in Law & Legal

my car is goin to reposession in about 20 days or so..and i gotta pay off sum credit cards...
I started applying like crazyyy for the past 2-3 weeks and i got 2 interviews Finally . One thru applying and one thru networking i guess..


But now i am a delimma . I don't want to take any chances , i wanna apply for more jobs and get more interviews, But at the same time I feel like I should just focus on the interviews at hand and Do a Great Job at it..

What do you think ?

2007-12-01 05:17:19 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Administrative and Office Support

1What should i wear? is a jean skirt and collared shirt okay?

2when they ask me why i want the job what should i say?

3what should i say when the yask me why i deserve the job over other applicants?

4. is there nay tips to raise my chances of gettin the job?

2007-12-01 04:58:38 · 2 answers · asked by Hay H 2 in Other - Careers & Employment

My grandad is on Social Security, and he is able to apply for fuel assistance, but needs to produce certain documents, one includes a copy of his social security check. Last night he cashed it, and forgot to make a copy of it beforehand.

His apartment is freezing, and he's worried that he will have to wait another month all because he forgot to make a copy. Is there anything we can do?

2007-12-01 04:46:32 · 4 answers · asked by му иαмє ιš ƒαιтн:) 1 in Marketing & Sales

I have an old boss that is giving me bad references. I quit there with no notice, and that started a dispute between them and me that elevated and got the gov. involved. Now I am looking for a second job again, and he is giving me bad references. Can I leave That job off applications? It will not leave a gap in employment history. If I leave it off is there a database for job history on someone. Or is there a do not hire database. I checked my credit report and there was nothing about job on there. If I leave this employer off future applications how will anyone know?

2007-12-01 04:40:21 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Food Service

I keep waiting for someone to ask about a background check during job interviews, but people don't. I want to bring it up, but I'm intimidated seeing as how I may have the job in hand at times.

2007-12-01 04:30:10 · 4 answers · asked by Hate to ask, but. 1 in Other - Careers & Employment

I have been thinking of getting a certificate to be a paralegal. I was wondering what are the duties of the job? Is it really hard? Does it pay well? Is it rewarding? Is it a good job? What characteristics and skills are needed for the job?Tips on getting a job like that.
If anyone has advice let me know. Please

2007-12-01 04:08:55 · 4 answers · asked by Cassandra F 1 in Law & Legal

I have a full-time office job during the week and also work a part-time retail job on the weekends only. My availability has always only been Saturday and Sunday because I have a full-time job. I've had my retail job for almost 8 years now and know I am well liked because I work hard. This year, I was told after-the-fact that they put me on the schedule to work on Black Friday. Since I didn't show up for work, they put me down as what they call a "No-Show Employee." Can they fire me for this without giving me proper notice? FYI I am over 40 and female and have a good employment record. I am hoping there are some lawyers out there who see this question and/or a law student who can provide me with an answer. If they did fire me, would I have grounds for a discrimination lawsuit? Thanks in advance for your answers.

2007-12-01 04:00:54 · 8 answers · asked by Me, Myself & I 4 in Law & Legal

I want to get data on what particular job sectors are increasing in demand. I'm looking at making a career move and want to know what jobs will have a greater need in the coming years. I live in central Iowa.

2007-12-01 03:58:18 · 2 answers · asked by Mike R 5 in Other - Careers & Employment

2007-12-01 03:57:13 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

After 6 months i will be given a test so I can get hired on and get a raise, what kind of test is it? is it hard or easy? should i be worried or studying?

2007-12-01 03:32:47 · 5 answers · asked by penguin 4 in Government & Non-Profit

I'm starting a non-profit 501 c3 (educational after school care) and will need to hire staff. Can I pay my staff and myself for working at this facility as a non profit

2007-12-01 03:20:37 · 10 answers · asked by NICOLETTE 1 in Government & Non-Profit

I am thinking of leaving home when I turn 18 because of serious issues at home. I am currently 15 and I need to start thinking about how to make money to financially support myself. I live in Japan right right now and go to a private international school here. I really want to go to a college in America. I know I need to find jobs already at this time, but the problem is my parents don't let me go outside the house alone or socialize with my friends (meaning I can't find any excuses to go outside the house). Then, I thought doing jobs on the internet would do. However, I came to realize that even if I do find a job, the money would either be transfered to a bank or through mail. Since my parents do not allow me to work, I certainly wouldn't want them finding out about this. I really can't find any solution.I can't seem to sleep or focus on anything because of the things happening to me.Advice on how to be able to live independantly, what to take care of and money wud rly be appreciated

2007-12-01 02:33:32 · 12 answers · asked by ? 1 in Other - Careers & Employment

Would YOu leave your Job that you really like if there was a girl there trying to start trouble and lie and say stuff to turn the other assistant manager against you(I'm an assistant too) and your boss practically laughs at you when you tell him You're worried about your job being endangered?

I like my job for the most part, but there's this phycho girl with no maturity to her turning the other assistant against me by telling her I sad Stuff I never did(you know, the cute little he said she said...) Well, the 40 something year old assistant tina, is running around with this girl like little school children and Tina is oblivious to the fact that the girl is playing her for a fool. I'v ebeen ther 8 months, the girl for 1 1/2 months, plu sshe was asking me how I liked my job, if I planned n staying there, ect..I tried talking to my boss and he just acted liek he was busy with something else or he just laughs....

2007-12-01 02:15:05 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

I work for a hotel as a front desk clerk. The manager scheduled me to work nine days in a row. When I confronted him about this he said it was in two different pay periods so he could do this. He told me that he works more than that. Is this legal?

2007-12-01 01:40:18 · 4 answers · asked by CAVEWOMAN 1 in Law & Legal

2007-12-01 01:36:43 · 2 answers · asked by Mrs! 2 in Other - Careers & Employment