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Employment News

Obama sees electric battery plant as hopeful for the future of the job market and economy
The president has been pushing for a greener economy, and a new electric battery plant may be the beginning of a huge endeavor. (more »)
Governor Patrick talks job creation for Massachusetts in August
During a gubernatorial debate, Governor Deval Patrick announced that Massachusetts had added jobs for the seventh consecutive month. (more »)
ADP: Private employers added 114,000 workers in July
Job growth has fizzled over the past few months, but a new report indicates that private companies may have increased their hiring in July following a dismal June report. (more »)

Job Search Advice

Fastest Growing Industries in 2009
Are you struggling to find employment in these tough economic times? Consider joining a stronger industry and applying your current skills to a growing field. Job.com's in-house survey found the following leading fields to be the most thriving in today's economy: (more »)
New Jobs Data Points to Healthcare, Business, Education for Earnings Growth
A recent report by the President's Council of Economic Advisers documents that people with college degrees in high-growth fields are best positioned to thrive in the recovering economy. (more »)
How to Ask for the Job Interview
"What did you get for the holidays?" This is one of the most frequently asked questions at this time of year. Answers include a myriad of 'gets' including a new TV, a laptop, movie passes, dinner at a great restaurant, a gift card for a shopping spree at the Fashion Mall! (more »)

Local Job News

Obama sees electric battery plant as hopeful for the future of the job market and economy
The president has been pushing for a greener economy, and a new electric battery plant may be the beginning of a huge endeavor. (more »)
Governor Patrick talks job creation for Massachusetts in August
During a gubernatorial debate, Governor Deval Patrick announced that Massachusetts had added jobs for the seventh consecutive month. (more »)
Construction jobs added through large-scale Massachusetts project
Although the construction sector may be losing steam in some areas, a recent project in Massachusetts could give a much needed boost. (more »)

Career Track

More workers are finding they no longer have the qualifications to compete in the job market
More individuals are finding that they no longer have the credentials to get back into the industry they were laid off from. (more »)
Report: Announced job cuts surge in September
ADP released its September 2011 National Employment Report this week, and analysts asserted data collected by the organization shows the dire need for action to invigorate the U.S. labor market. (more »)
Labor Department changes long-term unemployment measurements
Labor Department will add details about long-term unemployment to monthly unemployment reports (more »)

Celebrity

Biggest Loser crew members picket the filming location
Although it's a popular show, workers on the Biggest Loser are not happy with the fact that they may not receive medical coverage or pensions. (more »)
What popular TV characters' jobs really pay
Popular TV characters' lavish lifestyles and the jobs they are portrayed to hold don't always match (more »)
Morning anchors react to depiction of their jobs in 'Morning Glory' film
Morning anchors find some aspects of 'Morning Glory' realistic, others not (more »)

Accounting Jobs

Fastest Growing Industries in 2009
Are you struggling to find employment in these tough economic times? Consider joining a stronger industry and applying your current skills to a growing field. Job.com's in-house survey found the following leading fields to be the most thriving in today's economy: (more »)
New Jobs Data Points to Healthcare, Business, Education for Earnings Growth
A recent report by the President's Council of Economic Advisers documents that people with college degrees in high-growth fields are best positioned to thrive in the recovering economy. (more »)
Bank of America cuts 1,500 mortgage origination jobs
Bank of America cuts mortgage origination jobs as demand for new mortgages falls (more »)

Tech Jobs

Fastest Growing Industries in 2009
Are you struggling to find employment in these tough economic times? Consider joining a stronger industry and applying your current skills to a growing field. Job.com's in-house survey found the following leading fields to be the most thriving in today's economy: (more »)
Technology jobs could be the answer to a struggling economy
Some analysts believe that the economy could be helped through technology jobs. (more »)
California jobs available through the grapevine
When job seekers first look out upon the somewhat daunting world of the workforce, they tend to think of their career options as restrained to some basic categories: business, education, banking, publishing, computers, healthcare and retail, among others. Few would ever think to consider a career on a winery or vineyard, even as the industry takes steps to prove its competence as a sustainable business sector. (more »)

Construction Jobs

Construction jobs added through large-scale Massachusetts project
Although the construction sector may be losing steam in some areas, a recent project in Massachusetts could give a much needed boost. (more »)
Report: Announced job cuts surge in September
ADP released its September 2011 National Employment Report this week, and analysts asserted data collected by the organization shows the dire need for action to invigorate the U.S. labor market. (more »)
Obama pushes infrastructure investment to create construction jobs
President Obama once again called on lawmakers to spend more on improving the nation's infrastructure, saying that the nation's highways, railways and airports are in need of upgrade and that doing so now would create jobs for middle-class workers. (more »)

Management Jobs

Fastest Growing Industries in 2009
Are you struggling to find employment in these tough economic times? Consider joining a stronger industry and applying your current skills to a growing field. Job.com's in-house survey found the following leading fields to be the most thriving in today's economy: (more »)
Survey: 25 percent of workers unhappy with their boss
Many workers accuse their bosses of playing favorites and having inadequate people skills (more »)
Healthcare sector seeks career leaders
Healthcare professionals not only help cure the sick and fight disease, but also work as a team to instill policies and attitudes toward health that will benefit ordinary people around the world. At some point, biologists, pharmacists, nurses and hospital directors are all required to develop innovative ways to treat those most in need. (more »)

Healthcare Jobs

Fastest Growing Industries in 2009
Are you struggling to find employment in these tough economic times? Consider joining a stronger industry and applying your current skills to a growing field. Job.com's in-house survey found the following leading fields to be the most thriving in today's economy: (more »)
New Jobs Data Points to Healthcare, Business, Education for Earnings Growth
A recent report by the President's Council of Economic Advisers documents that people with college degrees in high-growth fields are best positioned to thrive in the recovering economy. (more »)
CCS Medical to shift headquarters, create 230 healthcare jobs
CCS Medical's move to Texas will create 230 healthcare jobs in Dallas County, company officials asserted (more »)

Work Home Life Balance

Women during their midlife crisis have a hard time being happy with their work-life balance
Women going through a midlife crisis may have a hard time mainting a healthy work-life balance. (more »)
Americans still struggling to find a work life balance
Many people are still trying to find a work life balance, especially after the recession. Some companies are beginning to offer telecommuting options for a more flexible schedule. (more »)
Airline pilot is the most stressful job, report says
Airline pilot is the most stressful job, audiologist the least, report says (more »)

Sales Jobs

Experts: Jobs are available, but getting hired will take more effort
Firms are rapidly and aggressively looking to fill sales jobs, experts affirm, especially as strong sales departments help businesses to log higher revenue and drive overall growth. (more »)
Retailers plan to bring on 600,000 workers for the holiday season
Those who are looking for part-time jobs as a way to make income may find it easier to find employment during the holiday season, as retailers are planning to create more than 600,000 positions. (more »)
Kohl's to create thousands of jobs with new stores
Kohl's will be creating thousands of jobs with its new stores and customer service center. (more »)

Customer Service Jobs

Number of long-term unemployed Americans worrying economists
Economists greeted the latest jobs report with a collective groan, especially as government data indicates some Americans are falling victim to a pernicious cycle of joblessness. (more »)
Customer service jobs on the rise, data indicates
A myriad of businesses are working to fill vacant customer service jobs, underscoring a new trend among firms. (more »)
Obama faces hurdles in lead-up to Thursday's highly anticipated job creation speech
President Obama is scheduled to address the nation this week, delivering a speech on job creation that is the subject of wild speculation among officials. (more »)

Recent Articles

Report: Announced job cuts surge in September
Date: 10/06/2011
ADP released its September 2011 National Employment Report this week, and analysts asserted data collected by the organization shows the dire need for action to invigorate the U.S. labor market. (more »)
Filed under Career Track
CCS Medical to shift headquarters, create 230 healthcare jobs
Date: 10/03/2011
CCS Medical's move to Texas will create 230 healthcare jobs in Dallas County, company officials asserted (more »)
Filed under Healthcare Jobs
Experts: Jobs are available, but getting hired will take more effort
Date: 09/30/2011
Firms are rapidly and aggressively looking to fill sales jobs, experts affirm, especially as strong sales departments help businesses to log higher revenue and drive overall growth. (more »)
Filed under Sales Jobs