Ethics in the workplace can be challenging for new graduates venturing into the working world

By Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

College graduates from Northwest Indiana and Chicago’s South Suburbs will soon be flooding the market with job applications, hoping to land work. In this tough economy, jobs are less plentiful than they were in the not-so-distant past. Gradua…

Region WorkOne sites closing

By Bowdeya Tweh bowdeya.tweh@nwi.com, (219) 933-3316

Four WorkOne express service centers will close in the next few months as the regional operator of the state's workforce development system braces itself for program funding reductions.

Power vs. Lack of Integrity

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: I can't believe this, but my pastor BRAGGED about asking this question when he interviews potential employees: "Are you willing to donate ten percent of your salary to the church as a tithe?" People who refuse don't get the job.

Working in teams can have great personal satisfaction

by Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

Most organizations implement teams to get the work done. Managers have long recognized the added value that comes from having workers organized in formal or informal teams. Over the past 15 years, an even greater emphasis has been placed on w…

USW AT 70: A union in transition

By Bowdeya Tweh bowdeya.tweh@nwi.com, (219) 933-3316

In its 70 years of existence, the United Steelworkers union has battled through economic collapses, social struggles and internal political bickering.

Indiana unemployment rate drops below 8 percent

By Bowdeya Tweh bowdeya.tweh@nwi.com, (219) 933-3316

Indiana's unemployment rate dropped 0.3 percentage points in April to 7.9 percent, falling below the national seasonally adjusted rate, the Indiana Department of Workforce Development said Friday.

Federal program opens to retrain out-of-work vets

By Times Staff

A new federal program aims to retrain 99,000 unemployed veterans for high-demand jobs and will cover the education costs for up to one year.

North Township job fair attracts hundreds

By Lu Ann Franklin Times Correspondent

HIGHLAND | Minnie Patrick, of East Chicago, said she loves her job at Taco Bell, but finding a second position in banking, food service or the medical field brought her to the sixth annual Community Career Fair on Thursday at the Wicker Park …

Company to bring more than 100 jobs to Hobart

By Rob Earnshaw Times Correspondent

HOBART | A food manufacturing plant will be opening soon and bring with it nearly 120 jobs.

Times Diversity Job Fair, Symposium set for June 8

By Times Staff

GARY | The Times Media Co. will host its fifth annual Diversity Job Fair and Business Symposium on June 8 at the Savannah Center at Indiana University Northwest, 3400 Broadway.

Hoosier Job Fair set for May 30 in Lafayette

By Times Staff

Sen. Dan Coats, R–Ind., announced recently 81 employers offering more than 3,000 jobs have confirmed participation in the 2012 Hoosier Job Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT May 30 at Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds West Pavilion, 1401 Teal Road, i…

Obama ad features steelworkers to undercut Romney's record on jobs

By Ken Thomas Associated Press

WASHINGTON | President Barack Obama is casting Mitt Romney as a greedy, job-killing corporate titan with little concern for the working class in a new, multi-pronged effort that seeks to undermine the central rationale for his Republican riva…

How workers handle their job can determine if they keep it

by Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

Workers have as many different feelings about their job as they do different jobs.

Open the door to avoid being stuck

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: I am more than stuck in my search for full-time employment. I recently completed a Masters Degree in Education in Library Media and I now think this wasn't a good choice because of the economy and other factors. I live in a rural area with…

Preparing resumes for relocation opportunities

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: Do you think it matters to have a local address when applying for jobs in another city? Do employers tend to narrow their focus to local residents as opposed to out-of-state applicants?

First impressions in the workplace can have a lasting impact on a career

by Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

Getting a job is the first step. Keeping that job is all the rest of the steps.

Local students, universities finding more success with job placement

By Rob Earnshaw Times Correspondent

Hiring in 2012 is expected to climb 10.2 percent, even higher than a previous estimate of 9.5 percent, according to a survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers.

Local companies buck slumping job growth trend

By Diane Poulton Times Correspondent

CROWN POINT | Despite reports Thursday of a second-straight month of slumping job growth, many local companies report they are hiring.

Free online job training is available for Hoosier workers

By Times Staff

INDIANAPOLIS | The Department of Workforce Development is offering free online training through WorkOne to help Hoosiers build the skills necessary to get the job they want.

Strategically simplifying qualifications

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: I'm unemployed and overqualified. I can't even get retail or fast food jobs as a result of my graduate degree. I need a "getting-by" job. Can you give me some guidelines for my resume?

Working on a positive relationship with management can result in an effective organization

by Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

Feeling unappreciated, stressed out, unmotivated, burned out, and overwhelmed are typical emotions for someone having a rough go of it at work. In the past few weeks JobsSunday has described these emotions and how to recognize the symptoms. S…

Job-seekers pack Griffith event

By Rob Earnshaw Times Correspondent

GRIFFITH | True Light International Ministries welcomed job-seekers on Friday for its second annual career fair.

Four Winds casino to expand, host job fair May 5

By Times Staff

NEW BUFFALO, Mich. | Four Winds New Buffalo will host a job fair on from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern time May 5 at New Buffalo High School, 1112 E. Clay St.

Furniture maker moving operations to Knox

By Bowdeya Tweh bowdeya.tweh@nwi.com, (219) 933-3316

Commercial furniture maker Selected Furniture LLC plans to locate distribution and manufacturing operations in Knox, local and state officials said late Tuesday.

Job burnout can have severe negative impact on stressed workers

by Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

This month, JobsSunday has looked at the issues of workplace favoritism and feeling under appreciated. This week, the topic is job burnout, which is often the result of the former two topics.

Keep industry related experience the priority

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: Do you think it's a good idea to start a little home-based business as a way to "steroid-up" your resume? Does something like that on your resume tell the hiring manager that you're sharp, energetic and of value to a company?

Job fair scheduled April 27 in Griffith

By Times Staff

GRIFFITH | Hire Power Employment Services is hosting a job fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 27 at The True Light International Ministries Employment Agency, 1257 Cline Ave.

IU Northwest job fair a big draw

By Rob Earnshaw Times Correspondent

GARY │ Job-seekers traveled from as far away as Fort Wayne to attend Indiana University Northwest's 11th annual job fair.

Indiana jobless rate shows fourth consecutive monthly decline

By Bowdeya Tweh bowdeya.tweh@nwi.com, (219) 933-3316

Indiana's unemployment rate dropped 0.2 percentage points to 8.2 percent in March, matching the national rate.

IUN hosts job fair on Friday

By Times Staff

GARY | Indiana University Northwest hosts its 11th annual career fair Friday. The event at the Savannah Center gym is open to the community and students from other universities in addition to IU Northwest students and alumni.

Honor employers who honor their promises

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: I'm a versatile freelance writer who, since September, has been promised shares and a salary in a company going public. I've received one check for $300. When I talk to my boss, he claims he will look into it and call me back, but he never…

Surveys show that workers feel unappreciated

by Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

Given the current economic conditions, and subsequent employment numbers, many workers feel lucky to have a job. But many workers feel overworked and underappreciated, and feel that companies are taking advantage of the situation.

Workers need to deal with workplace favoritism

by Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

This may not be a surprise to most workers, but new research shows that workplace favoritism is an important factor when it comes to promotions.

Don't stop, the opportunity is near

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: I'm a college freshman who needs help finding a part-time job. I had one as a high school senior and I've seen lots of them. I've looked online, in my campus newspaper and at some local campus restaurants. I apply online or in person. I ha…

Hammond job fair scheduled for April 12

By Times Staff

HAMMOND | Hammond will host its ninth annual job fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 12 at the Jean Shepherd Community Center, 3031 Mahoney Drive.

Target and imitate the focus of your job search

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: I've been in banking for over 15 years, first as a teller in college. Challenges, opportunities, and steady employment with great compensation (and let's face it, security) helped to keep me interested and engaged within the various roles,…

Different methods of workplace communication yield different results

by Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

Almost every manager will say that workplace communication is one of the key components to a productive work environment.

IUN hosts job fair, etiquette dinner

By Rob Earnshaw Times Correspondent

GARY | Indiana University Northwest will have two events next month to help people enter the workforce.

Visclosky to host job, opportunities fair for veterans

By Times Staff

GARY | U.S. Rep. Pete Visclosky, D-Ind., will host a Veterans' Opportunities Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Savannah Center Gym at Indiana University Northwest, 3400 Broadway.

Job fair planned Wednesday for vets, spouses

By Times Staff

CHICAGO | The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is working with the Chicagoland and Illinois chambers of commerce in hosting a free employment fair March 28 for military veterans, guard and reserve members and eligible spouses.

Professional references can make a big difference for job candidates in their job search

by Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

What others say about a job candidate is far more important than what they could say about themselves.

The impressionable 'Thank You' note

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: If you're interviewed by a search committee, who needs to receive thank-you notes? I once wrote 11 different letters plus one to my future boss, even though I was relatively certain I'd get the job. When heading two different search commit…

Strong personalities create entrepreneurs

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: I have felt for the past five to seven years that business owners are afraid of hiring people with strong personalities who can get the job done. So I have designed two Web sites and am in school online to become a certified personal trainer.

Facing career fear head-on can help make good changes possible

by Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

Sometimes people can be their own worst enemy.

The "overqualified" dilemma

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: I'm having two big problems. I was hurt because an employer told me I was overqualified for a part-time online job for virtual assistant. I would think that an overqualified person would be the one an employer would want to hire to get the…

Matching the level of actual job experience to the job opening is an art

by Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

When looking for a new job, candidates have to deal with defining and detailing their level of job experience.

Job fair preparation can make the experience much more worthwhile

by Bob Moulesong Times Correspondent

Attending a job fair (http://www.bing.com/search?q=job+fair&src=IE-SearchBox&FORM=msns07) can seem a little intimidating. There can be a large line of candidates who meet with participating employers so quickly there is barely time to…

Don't waste time on roadblocks

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: I was offered a guaranteed 36-hour work week by a small family-owned business. Because of the lax economy and money woes, I accepted the job. A short time later, I bought a car to replace my deteriorating 16-year-old car.

Proactive interviewing

Workwise Interactive with Mildred Culp

Q: I think every interview question has a hidden agenda, with subtle variations. A webinar taught me how to respond when an interviewer says, "Tell me about yourself." In most cases, I was told, I should answer with job-related traits. I also…