Despite the incredible downturn in the transportation sector, there is still a shortage of truck drivers and it’s huge, most estimates place it at 125,000 currently, off from 175,000 due to the economic turmoil. So, if you are searching for a job, you should check out truck driving as a potential career, most truck drivers make a very decent wage, and if you are worried about income, keeping your home or paying your bills, this is a good choice.
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Finding a job can be hard work at the best of times, but during a recession it’s pretty grim. Discover the best way to find a job, whatever the economic conditions.
The labor market bias against older workers is addressed by providing techniques to confront the issue in interviews and how to deomolish such negative perceptions and turn them into a positive attitude which may lead to a job offer.
A concise guide on how to best prepare and conduct a job interview. The article is written with a tongue and cheek approach and offers the reader the Do’s and Don’ts for successful job interviewing.
by Heather Eagar
Most people are pretty nervous when preparing for an interview, whether it’s their first or 51st time. However there are some individuals who are beyond nervous when interview time rolls around – they’re flat out fearful. It may be that they’re extremely shy, have inherent “stage fright,” or are just afraid of facing someone perceived to be an authority figure.
Is your job search not producing the number or quality of interviews with prospective employers that you want? Turn around your career search today with these hard-hitting tips from a veteran Career Coach.