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Cake Resignation Letter Is the Best Way to Quit a Job

Jeremy Taylor — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 14:30:32 +0000

Just about everyone has dreamt about quitting a job in a grand fashion. Not only was Chris Holmes able to pull off a splashy exit from his nine-to-five as a border control agent at London's Stansted Airport, but he was able to do so in a way that should drum up some business for his new endeavor.

5 Alternatives to Traditional Benefits You Should Ask About at Your Job

Kathy Landin — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:00:41 +0000

Running a business is expensive, starting with paying your employees' salaries. Providing benefits to those employees is even more expensive. But if a company wants to stay competitive and appeal to top professionals in its industry, or if it just wants to improve morale and reduce turnover, then it must provide benefits to employees above and beyond their salaries.

What's the Worst Job to Have in 2013?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:24:40 +0000

Some fields are better than others. And some you may want to think about avoiding altogether. CareerCast has created a list of the worst careers for 2013. Topping the list? Newspaper reporter. You don’t have to wear a hat with the word “press” in it while smoking a cigar to figure out it’s a profession [...]

What States Have the Highest Unemployment Rates?

Kathy Landin — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 20:10:32 +0000

It’s not easy being unemployed or under-employed, but you are definitely not alone. Even with a highly positive new jobs report just out and the country apparently on an upswing, an unemployment rate of 7.7 percent means a lot of people still need jobs.

But that doesn’t mean the situation is hopeless for anyone. If you’re spent on looking for available jobs in your current locale because it seems like the well has dried, you could be right. Some states have higher unemployment rates than others, and you could be stuck living somewhere that’s not helping you. It might be time to relocate.

Pizza Hut Gives You 140 Seconds to Prove Why You Should Be Their 'Manager of Digital Greatness'

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 20:00:55 +0000

At Pizza Hut, less is more. This catchy little slogan doesn’t just reference their stingy pepperoni application; it also describes their hiring process. The restaurant chain will hold 140-second job interviews for a social media manager – or what it’s dubbing “manager of digital greatness”– claiming that anyone who can sell themselves in that short [...]

10 High Adrenaline Jobs Looking For Recruits

Carl Pettit — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 16:00:01 +0000

There are a lot of wild jobs out there for the adventurous set. Sure, you could aspire to the lofty position of astronaut or Air Force Raptor pilot, but there aren’t many slots open in those exclusive fields. Down here on earth, or at least closer to the ground, you can find some pretty crazy [...]

What Are the Most and Least Common Jobs in the US?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 15:31:08 +0000

We all know how tough finding a job can be. But finding certain ones may be a whole heck of a lot easier than others.

What Are the Most Stressful Jobs in 2013?

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 15:42:37 +0000

If going to work means you run the risk of developing an ulcer or biting your nails until there’s only cuticle left, congrats — you may have one of the most stressful jobs in America. But is it the most stressful? CareerCast has come out with its list of the most stressful jobs for 2013, [...]

What Are the Best New Jobs in America?

Mike Adams — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 16:00:50 +0000

Pretty much everyone knows how much trouble the economy has had over the last several years creating jobs. But some sectors have been bright spots, with booming growth and solid earning potential, enough to be called the best new jobs in America.

Jack FM is Looking for Digital Interns!

Angela Stefano — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 21:07:53 +0000

Townsquare Media Buffalo is looking to hire digital interns to assist with the editorial operations of the company’s local websites, including the creation of local digital content.

What Do You Hate Most About Your Workplace? – Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 16:00:42 +0000

Not everybody hates their job, but you’d be hard pressed to find someone who likes all aspects of their workplace. Citrix recently conducted a survey of 1,013 office workers in which they asked what they dislike about their 9-to-5 jobs. Company events, such as team building activities and office parties, were cited by three-quarters of [...]

Survey Reveals There's More to Working From Home Than Just Work

Shauna Wright — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 13:00:34 +0000

Telecommuters may have no problem getting their work done, but they also use their time at home to sneak in a lot of personal activities. So what are they doing while you’re stuck at a desk in a stuffy office building?

Running Late to Work? It May Not Matter

Shauna Wright — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 12:00:59 +0000

If you were a little late to the office this morning, you may not need to stress about it too much.

A new study indicates a lot of bosses are so sure that employees are working and checking emails before they come in that clock-watching is swiftly becoming a thing of the past.

Take a Break! Study Reveals People Spend Too Much Time Working on Their Cell Phones

Shauna Wright — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 18:30:52 +0000

We already know the majority of us with jobs work more than the standard 40 hours per week. And one of the causes of those long hours could be in your hand right now: your cell phone.

It's True — We Really Are More Stressed Out Now Than We Were 25 Years Ago

Shauna Wright — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 18:00:24 +0000

In the first-ever historical comparison of stress levels across the US, researchers have now determined what many of us have suspected: adults are a lot more stressed out now than they were just 25 years ago.

Townsquare Media Buffalo is Looking for Digital Street Team Members!

Angela Stefano — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 19:33:58 +0000

Townsquare Media Buffalo is looking to hire a digital street team to cover local events through photos and video on an as-needed basis for the company’s local websites.

Need a Summer Gig? Want to Be a Giant Burrito?

Joe Student — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 14:30:31 +0000

Unemployed? Well, that sucks. You do have options, though: a. Read online classifieds and post resumes. b. Continue your education. c. Dress up as a Giant Burrito. Easiest. Choice. Ever. This help wanted ad on Craigslist Philadelphia seeks a Giant Burrito Man (or Woman). It also breaks new ground in intern recruitment, human resources and, [...]

Would You Rather Give Up Sex or Lose Your Job? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 16:00:29 +0000

If you need any other indication that the job market is tough these days, consider this survey by online casino Roxy Palace. In it, 700 men were asked if they would live without sex if that meant they could keep their job. Forty-three percent of the poll’s respondents answered that keeping their job was more [...]

What Are America's Worst Restaurants for Workers?

Kyle Dowling — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 10:00:58 +0000

It appears that no matter how delicious the food at your favorite restaurant seems to be, it has nothing to do with how the business operates on the inside. Recently, a pro-worker group called Restaurant Opportunities Centers United produced a guide–mentioned in NY Times Columnist Mark Bittman‘s column–that lists many of America’s most popular restaurants with the purpose of letting you know just how badly the employees of that restaurant are treated.

What Are the Best and Worst Jobs for Your Health?

Mike Adams — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 20:51:53 +0000

Most of us probably never stop to consider if what we do for a living is healthy for us or not. Maybe we should. L. Casey Chosewood, MD, senior medical officer for the Total Worker Health program, says, “Employees need respect, benefits, wellness incentives, and control over their work. What matters equally is the quality [...]