The best way to approach this may be to define what sort of activity you want to be self-employed in and begin doing that part-time while employed elsewhere. Many hobbies and part-time jobs help you develop the necessary skills that later help you avoid business failure.If you are now unemployed—or soon will be—consider self-employment as a way to earn temporary income. Paint houses, do tax returns, design Web sites, or do whatever else you know how to do to earn cash. The extraincome will help get you through to your next “real” job. If you know you want to be self-employed or start a particular type of business, it may also be wise to seek a job in your area of interest. Depending on the job, you can then gain the skills and contacts you need to succeed in that work on your own.
July 12, 2009
Self-Employment, Part-Time Job
More than ten percent of all workers are self-employed or run small businesses. Though often overlooked as a source of jobs, you could create your own job. It’s not easy, but some jobs—such as painting or consulting—cost very little to start. People with substantial management or professional experience often offer consulting services while continuing their job search. Some people successfully turn their unemployment into opportunities to start a business they have always dreamed of.
July 7, 2009
The Computerized GRE Testing Environment
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE COMPUTERIZED GRE TESTING ENVIRONMENT
- Individual testing stations are like library carrels; they’re separated by halfwalls.
- The height of your chair’s seat will be adjustable and the chair will swivel. Chairs at most testing centers have arms.
- You can adjust the contrast on your computer monitor. If you notice any flickering, ask the supervisor to move you to another station.
- If your mouse has two buttons, you can use either button to click your way through the exam (both buttons serve the same function). Don’t expect to have a mouse with a wheel for easy scrolling. Trackballs are available, but only if you request one before (more…)
July 3, 2009
Five Ways to Get Recruiters on Your Side
We all need all the help we can get. A trusting relationship with a professional recruiter can move your career ahead. You can do your part to establish that trust by observing the following guidelines.
- Be up front about your financial needs and goals.
- Take time to learn about the recruiter’s practice and the markets he or she serves.
- Establish the ground rules for how you plan to work together and avoid duplication of effort. (more…)
June 28, 2009
6 Reasons to Research a Company before Interview
Besides enabling you to “flatter” the interviewer, there are at least six central reasons to research a company before you step into the interview:
- To find out whether or not it’s a place you want to work
- To discover what skills the job or the company most values
- To ferret out as much as you can about the company culture and mission in order to align some of your competencies to fit the company’s style and goals
- To impress the employer (more…)
