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Q: Most firms I've worked for have simply ceased to exist, and my references, network and ability to prove my accomplishments vanished with them. How do you prove yourself able to do the job you apply for in this situation?

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Unemployment aid applications near a 4-year low

WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people seeking unemployment aid neared a four-year low last week, a positive sign that strong hiring could continue in the coming months.

Feb 09, 2012 | 8:35 am | Loading…

Keep confidence and networking alive

Q: Most firms I've worked for have simply ceased to exist, and my references, network and ability to prove my accomplishments vanished with them. How do you prove yourself able to do the job you apply for in this situation?

Feb 05, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…

Hoosier native Susan B. Butler shares her experience with the “glass ceiling”

Hoosier native Susan B. Butler shares her experience with the “glass ceiling”

Susan B. Butler is the CEO of The Susan Bulkeley Butler Institute for the Development of Women Leaders. Prior to founding the Institute, Butler established herself as an accomplished business leader. She joined Arthur Andersen & Co. as its first professional female employee in 1965, a…

Feb 05, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…

Job candidates who build a brand can create an edge on the competition

Job candidates who build a brand can create an edge on the competition

This month, JobsSunday reviewed the 2012 job outlook both locally and nationally, followed by a report on what employers look for in job candidates besides hard technical skills.

Jan 29, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…

Staying positive during the challenging job search

Q: My daughter wants to work in an industry that requires people to handle money well, but her record of doing so isn't clean. (She's not a criminal.) She's afraid she's going to be stuck in fast food, getting paid for plasma, etc., because she hasn't turned up any jobs. She also says she…

Jan 29, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…

Job candidates need to complement their core competencies with team-oriented skills

Job candidates need to complement their core competencies with team-oriented skills

Over the last three weeks, JobsSunday has looked at the 2012 job market nationally, locally, and by professional area. The summary of those projections is that the job market will continue to grow at a slow and steady pace in 2012. That's good news for job candidates who are looking to im…

Jan 22, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…

The job hunt: Learning methods for the madness

Q: In April, at the age of 60, I was summarily dismissed from my position of president and CEO for a nonprofit, which can be done in that state without cause. For the past seven months I've been scouring the job boards. There are lots of jobs - and I'm willing to relocate - but I think my…

Jan 22, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…

Job outlook for college graduates continues to improve

Job outlook for college graduates continues to improve

Last week's JobsSunday featured discussed the state of the job outlook in Indiana. Many of the occupations that are showing the largest growth numbers are in the semi-skilled services section.

Jan 15, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…

Not hired? Find out why

Q: I can't seem to get from the interview stage to the employment stage. I have had many interviews lined up and have gone through over five rounds of interviews with multiple companies but never get the position. Is there a reason I get sent on so many follow-up interviews but never get …

Jan 08, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…

Job outlook in Indiana better than the national average

Job outlook in Indiana better than the national average

Indiana's employment is expected to grow by 302,600 jobs by 2014, according to the latest projections from Indiana's Department of Workforce Development. This is a growth rate of 10 percent with employment increasing from 3,056,560 in 2004 to 3,359,170 by 2014. Another 742,160 job opening…

Jan 08, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…

Checking your own references

Q: I worked for an insurance company five years ago and didn't get along with the hiring manager's replacement. She asked me to evaluate her. An external agency made the evaluation. Because the situation was very bad at the company, I started to look for another job.

Jan 01, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…

Key to finding a new job is knowing where to look

Key to finding a new job is knowing where to look

As 2012 rings in, many people make resolutions to find a new job that will enhance their skills and help them develop new ones.

Jan 01, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…

Region jobs set to grow, but area lacks enough skilled, drug-free workers

About 23 percent of employers nationally plan to hire full-time, permanent employees next year, and in the region, manufacturing and construction jobs are set to increase. Employment in the automotive industry and warehousing and logistics also is poised to improve next year, according to…

Dec 29, 2011 | 12:00 am | Loading…

NWI expected to boost employment in '12

NWI expected to boost employment in '12

Next year could bring more local hiring in manufacturing, logistics and business services, according to people watching labor market trends.

Dec 28, 2011 | 5:45 pm | Loading…

Service can provide spiritual fulfillment

Q: I'm having real difficulty finding a job that provides spiritual enrichment and financial reward. I also feel like millions of others are experiencing this!

Dec 25, 2011 | 12:00 am | Loading…

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