Friday, November 27, 2009

Liz Wolgemuth

Many Employers May Rehire Workers They Laid Off

New survey finds companies expect to tap pool of trained talent. more >>

10 Best Places for Tech Jobs

These cities boast some of the best job opportunities for technology workers. more >>

The Good and Bad News About Job Openings

The Labor Department data is ugly, but July seems like a long time ago. more >>

Why the August Jobs Report Is No Labor Day Present

The Labor Department data show that the pace of job cuts is slowing—but not ending. more >>

How the Lowest-Paid Workers Get Ripped Off

A new study shows that low-wage workers are being deprived of dollars they've earned. more >>

A Quiet Factor in the Unemployment Rate

Labor force size doesn't get much attention, but it does play a role. more >>

How to Plan Your Wedding and Keep Your Job

Pay attention to the time you spend planning and talking about it at work. more >>

What a 'Power' Breakfast Really Looks Like

The only sure thing is that there's no one breakfast route to success. more >>

America's Best Places to Find a Job 2009

Some cities weathered the recession a bit better than their peers. more >>

10 Least Competitive Job Markets

Where the number of job openings is more aligned with the volume of job seekers. more >>

5 Things to Know About Job Openings and Hiring

A look at the hiring and firing employers made in June--and the jobs they advertised for. more >>

Median Unemployment Falls in July: Positive Sign?

Graph shows median duration of unemployment trends down only in recovery. more >>

Why the July Jobs Report Signals Hope

Labor Department data show the pace of job cuts is slowing more than economists expected. more >>

Check Out Your Credit Before a Potential Employer Does

Check out your credit history before a potential employer does. more >>

Will Health Reform Free Workers From 'Job-Lock'?

A look at how healthcare reform will change employee benefits. more >>

Young Women Closing in on Gender Wage Parity

New data shows women have made progress in efforts for wage parity. more >>

13 Cities Where Some of the Job News is Good

The Labor Department reports metro employment data for June. more >>

Should Your Credit Report Cost You a Job?

A new bill would prohibit employers from using credit reports in hiring decisions. more >>

More Job Seekers Are Relocating For Work

As workers come to grips with prolonged recession, they agree to lose money on their homes. more >>

States Where the Unemployed Are Giving Up

The high levels of discouraged workers in these states suggest people are short on hope. more >>

The End of Unemployment Benefits: 5 Things to Know

About 1.5 million Americans will exhaust their unemployment benefits by the end of the year. more >>

Employee Free Choice Without Card Check: "Card Check Lite?"

Business interests aren't embracing the revised Employee Free Choice Act. more >>

Cisco Layoffs: Yes, Companies are Still Cutting Jobs

Despite positive signs of health elsewhere in the economy, employers continue to cut jobs. more >>

Would a Second Stimulus Create Jobs?

The first one was supposed to help with employment. What could a second do better? more >>

10 Best Cities to Look For Creative Jobs

These U.S. metros have promising ratios of supply and demand for creative careers. more >>

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