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Can the concept of ‘fit’ facilitate discrimination in the hiring process? Can the concept of ‘fit’ facilitate discrimination in the hiring process? As a career coach I am troubled when minority job seekers I work with mention that concerns about ‘fit’ are being brought up in job...- Posted February 25, 2013
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Become an Intellectual: Steps That Make You Smarter Most people would love to be a little more intelligent and have more knowledge that they can pull from during conversations and various situations. In just a few minutes a day, you can improve...
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Jobless claims hint at firming job market WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell more than expected last week, offering hope the sluggish labor market recovery may have picked up a step. -
Despite Economic Growth, Minimal Improvement for Black Unemployment Berkeley – A new report by the University of California, Berkeley’s Center for Labor Research and Education finds that between the first quarter of 2012 and the fourth quarter of 2012, Black unemployment rates remained...- Posted February 13, 2013
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Employed Individuals Seeking New Career Opportunities New trend of confidential inquiries from currently employed could have significant impact on employers’ abilities to realize their business plans DALLAS, Feb. 6, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Executive search and other recruiting firms receive a number...- Posted February 9, 2013
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Business Wire and Black PR Wire to Host Best Practices Webinars (BLACK PR WIRE) – In recognition of Black History Month and in celebration of their continued partnership, Business Wire and Black PR Wire will launch their 2013 Minority Leadership Series. The series will showcase...- Posted February 9, 2013
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Being Happier At Work: 5 Ways To Get You There Now If you feel overqualified, bored with your daily routine, or underappreciated, it might be time to talk to your boss about improving your working conditions. Talking to your boss about your future can be...- Posted February 1, 2013
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Five Jobs 50+ Workers Should Consider for 2013 Many boomers are looking for a new job in the New Year and now’s the perfect time to capitalize! AARP has decided to help those on the job search, researching occupations that are plentiful...- Posted January 11, 2013
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Double Standards In The 21st Century, A Myth or Reality? For years African-Americans have been adamant in saying American society is not fair and that double standards exist in every aspect of American life. -
10 Things Never To Say To Your Co-Workers Whether working in an office setting or another career, like retail, hospitality, health care etc, there are always certain things that are off-limits to say to co-workers. Some are rude to them, and others...- Posted December 14, 2012
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6 Important Financial Decisions Young Professionals Face Young professionals who have recently graduated from college and landed their first “real” jobs have more decisions ahead of them than they may have had at any other time in their lives. With today’s...- Posted December 4, 2012
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Asking Your Boss for More Money – 5 Scenarios According to a recent survey, about 39% of professionals in the US get very nervous before asking for a pay raise. Some nervousness when approaching your boss to ask for a raise is normal....- Posted November 30, 2012
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Communication and Team Skills Are Crucial Employers Look for Communication Skills, Ability to Work in a Team in New College Grads BETHLEHEM, PA—What sets two equally qualified job candidates apart can be as simple as who has the better communication...- Posted November 9, 2012
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Black in Corporate America: Always a Winner, Rarely in the Winner’s Circle The “Fortune 500” is a list of the 500 largest companies in the United States as compiled by Fortune magazine. Only 13 black executives have ever made it to the Chairman or CEO position of...- Posted November 7, 2012