Unemployment - not the end of the line.
Unemployment is definitely a bane for individuals and in this global recession period with companies letting go of personnel, it is turning into a grim reality for many of us. Many view unemployment as a derailment of one’s life. Careers are ended, days ahead with absolutely nothing to do, losing friends and acquaintances at work and for those with families with young kids; unemployment means a lot of pressure to cope with the family needing a new breadwinner to keep everything in the house stable.
So, your job search is not going as well as you would like. The phone doesn’t ring and you’re tired of only receiving emails about questionable jobs nobody in their right mind would consider. It sounds like you need a better, more visible, online identity to help you land a good job. The key question is - what type of identity is right for you?
Are you preparing to resign from your current job? Some job-seekers have a hard time doing so, either because they love the job and their co-workers or because they can’t stand the job and can’t wait to leave. This article is really two articles in one. The first part discusses the strategies behind making a graceful departure from your employer and the second part shows you how to write a letter of resignation.
Aliens exist and they live in our midst disguised as humans, at least that’s what 20 percent of people polled in a global survey believe. A poll of 23,000 adults in 22 countries showed that more than 40 percent of people from India and China believe that aliens walk among us disguised as humans, while those least likely to believe in this are from Belgium, Sweden and the Netherlands (8% each).
It’s natural to find love at work. It’s where people spend most of their time. But an office romance can be risky for the lovebirds and their company. Employers are concerned that the sweethearts will fall behind in their work or that the relationship could sour and lead to sexual harassment charges. Some companies prohibit romantic relationships altogether; an employee who falls in love could get fired. Here are a few things to keep in mind: