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Job Opportunities: Top Growing Industries in New England

March 13th, 2012

By Lincoln College of New England

When looking for work or choosing a career, it is always important to choose an industry that has excellent growth as well as long term potential. While no industry or job can be said to be ‘layoff proof’, you can definitely improve your chances by choosing a growing industry. Also, an industry that is doing well will have a better long-term outlook as you look to advance in your career.

The economy of New England has done better than most areas of the country during the recent recession. Even so, there are two industries in particular that are showing excellent growth and potential. When looking for work in New England, focusing on these industries will give you a » Read more: Job Opportunities: Top Growing Industries in New England

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Job Opportunities: Recession Proof Jobs – Liquor, Cigarettes and Hope

September 29th, 2011

By Clair Schwan


Recession proof jobs include those associated with smoking and drinking.

Recession proof jobs are in demand. I know plenty of people who wish they had one. If you’re one of those people, then I’m here to tell you that jobs involving liquor, cigarettes and hope usually have plenty of customer demand whether the economy is booming or busting.

No amount of war, poverty, job loss, outsourcing, market shifting or gloomy forecasts of an economic downturn ever seem to diminish the demand these niche markets see. They have plenty of steady business, sometimes 24 hours a day.

Of all the small businesses I can think of that never have a lack of customers, it’s liquor stores, party stores, mini-marts, smoke shops and other locations that focus on selling alcohol, tobacco and lottery tickets. » Read more: Job Opportunities: Recession Proof Jobs – Liquor, Cigarettes and Hope

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Job Opportunities: Job Loss – Thinking About a Backup Plan?

June 21st, 2011

By Clair Schwan

With job loss statistics looking rather grim these days, perhaps it’s time to consider what kind of backup plan you might implement in the event that your primary source of employment goes belly up. It seems to me that too many people are counting on the job they have and keeping their fingers crossed that they maintain steady income from a single source.

 

Job loss, are you prepared for it?

The prospect of a loss of employment should be a concern for older workers in particular since many employers are turning to younger workers when hiring simply because they’ll work for less and put up with more demands. Sure, older workers have the experience, but they can also bring along their own type of “baggage” and they demand higher compensation. » Read more: Job Opportunities: Job Loss – Thinking About a Backup Plan?

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