Posts Tagged ‘Employment’

Job Opportunities: Heigh-Ho, Heigh-Ho, It’s Oz To Work We Go

April 5th, 2012

By Ant

Australia is planning to entice a great number of American tradesman; construction workers, electricians and plumbers, into employment on their Outback projects.

Mining and gas industries in Australia are booming and they are struggling to provide the level of workers needed from domestic sources. In order to attract foreign workers, the government has announced that they will change the way that their skills are assessed.

Currently, skilled workers from the United States face long delays in Australia before they’re issued with the necessary licenses. They also risk rejection if their skills aren’t equal to the Australian standard. » Read more: Job Opportunities: Heigh-Ho, Heigh-Ho, It’s Oz To Work We Go

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Career Tips: Top Qualities Wanted in Prospective Employees by Recruiters

April 2nd, 2012

By Jessica Wiener

Savvy business owners and corporate human-resources departments are always on the lookout for potential employees who will likely contribute more effectively to the bottom line than less-qualified personnel. Within a complex legal environment that complicates the already difficult chore of evaluating potential additions to existing employee rosters, recruiters are the hired miners who handle the messiness of digging out the gems from the vast, stony ground of unqualified prospects.


The playbooks of competent recruiters tend strongly to focus on the same defining characteristics of good employees. The most important qualities are listed below. » Read more: Career Tips: Top Qualities Wanted in Prospective Employees by Recruiters

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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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