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The job of looking for a job

Laughing all the Way to Work

I have been involved in conducting a few interviews for admin jobs and here are two of the main things I have noticed about those who are unsuccessful: resumes are out of date and not relevant to the job applied for and the person was not prepared for the interview. 1) Do try the temp agencies. Here is what I recommend.

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Word of Mouth is How Freelancers Find Jobs

Small Business Labs

It's not surprising that independent workers (freelancers, temps, self-employed, etc.)   In interviews, independent workers who invest in social media tell us they see social media as a tool for building their reputation and brand. rely on word of mouth/referrals for getting business.  

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Autonomy, Control and Self-Employment Satisfaction

Small Business Labs

In interviews people like this consistently tell us they are happy to trade off the benefits of a traditional job (predictable income, benefits, higher pay, etc.) " In other words, independent workers with autonomy and control are highly satisfied and like their work. to experience the autonomy and control independence provides.

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On the Job by Anita Bruzzese: How to Move from Temporary Work to a.

On The Job

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Tuesday, January 19, 2010 How to Move from Temporary Work to a Full-Time Gig When I was in high school I landed my first holiday job working at a small J.C.

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MBO's Independent Worker Study

Small Business Labs

  This study will examine the significant and growing independent worker (self-employed, freelancer, contractor, temps, etc.)   The study has both qualitative and quantitative components, including interviews and focus groups of independent workers and a national survey.  movement in the US.  

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2nd Annual MBO Partners State of Independence Study

Small Business Labs

The focus of the study was to figure out how many independent workers (freelancers, temps, solopreneurs, independent consultants, etc.)   The study consisted of two national, statistically significant surveys as well as several focus groups and dozens of one-on-one interviews with independent workers. there are in the U.S.

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If There’s No Work, What to Do Next?

Job Advice Blog

During past weak economic times, companies might hire temps, and once the economy gained strength permanent hiring ensued. Today’s weak economy has changed the psychology of hiring. We have not yet seen that pattern, and there are no signs that it’s on its way. The situation has caused various and serious difficulties for most of [.].

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