Daily Career Connection

During the holidays most of us are focused on our families and taking a little time off.

It makes sense that job hunting during the month of December might at first appear unsavory, however there are several excellent reasons why December can be the perfect month for you to start your job search!
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What are your reactions when you first hear of opportunities that allow you to earn part time money? I am sure you would be thinking that these would be one of the easiest opportunities around. Just as you would be preparing yourself mentally to make the quick buck, and easily at that, expect to be hit with some storms. As it is with most cases, you may not even know where the storm is coming from if you have not prepared yourself well.
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Bad bosses are everywhere — hospitals, retail stores, Fortune 500 companies, factories, and schools. Most of us have had to deal with a bad boss at one time or another. A recent study involving 20,000 exit interviews found the number one reason people leave jobs is “poor supervisory behavior.” Unfortunately, sometimes we learn to be good bosses by working for really bad ones and learning what not to do. If you have the misfortune of working for a bad boss, here are six coping strategies to improve your work environment.
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Looking for a seasonal job? This time of year, costume stores are likely to be adding extra employees to help them get through the busy costume season. This can be a great way to earn some extra income during the fall months of any year. If you’re interested in helping people find the perfect scary, cutesy, or renaissance costumes, visit your local costume store and submit an application. You may also want to try craft, novelty, and party stores, as many people turn to these resources when shopping for costumes for Halloweeen.