I have noticed that more than 50% of the jobs listed on career job search websites are online business scams. Why do these companies like hotjobs, monster, yahoo, etc. allow this? This just interferes with the already difficult process of finding a job for most Americans.

It is very tricky for job seekers like you mentioned. It sucks and is time consuming to have to weed through all the scams or junk. There are two reasons why work at home business scams are always found on even the most popular job sites. First, lots of people fall for these scams so frauds do make money from these ads (as sad as it is to hear). Then, job search sites get hundreds even thousands of job listings submitted each day and that is A LOT of listings to weed through. They don’t have the time to do this; therefore, those scam ads usually stay online.

I am a senior theatre major and I am curious as to what cities have the greatest amount of job opportunities for theatre professionals who are interested in administrative, marketing and also acting careers. I want to look at current job openings to give me a sense of where the most job opportunities are. What are some websites will aid me in this search?

LinkedIn has a lot of job postings out there you just have to look a little bit to find them. Check out the blog post below and it gives you instructions on how to navigate the site.

I’d like to know how job search engines work. How employers find suitable employees and what some of the common problems that people have with these sites.

If you are looking for a job, you can use SpotThings.com. It is a website that has a job search feature. Just select “Jobs” and do a search. You get a list of jobs that were posted on thousands of job search sites. So basically you get more results with one search.

To answer your questions, websites use different methods. Most often though, it is a search word or phrase that links everything together. That is how you get relevant results. So say a doctor’s office is looking to hire an office manager. Their job listing will use keywords like office manager. Then, you have a job seeker who is looking for an office manager position. They search with the same phrase; therefore, the job listing comes up on a search engine.

Search engines for jobs are designed to match keywords or keywords phrases (or even slight variations of them).

I’ll be 16 in the next few months so I’m beginning to search for jobs in my area.
I’m not well versed in the job searching field and I’m hoping to find website suggestions.
Because I’m young I’d just like to find a simple job close to me.

Thanks
snagajob.com and u could also simply jus apple to places that r near u or go to places ard u and ask if they r interested in hiring or something….REMEMBER…for every place u apply to, u gotta call them after 5 days or a week and talk to the manager and tell her ur name and that u applied last week and was wondering wen he/she is goin to start looking at the applications and that ur interested…shows interest and better chance of getting a job

applying in job search sites, attending walk-ins did not help me in finding a job. Please recommend me another approach to get a job.
ThanQ.

You can search in newspapers…

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, especially for so many young workers who will probably never own a landline phone, but for the sake of their career development, I’ll wear the mantle…

Cell phones and job searches are often a bad combination.

I know, I know. They are convenient. They are always with you. You can call an employer right back. They make you accessible. You no longer need to worry about one of your kids taking the call or your spouse forgetting to give you a message. They make you look hip. Your whole life is on your smartphone. You don’t even remember how to use a landline, for goodness sake!

Although it is true that cell phones have made life more convenient in many ways, they also have helped usher in an era of unprofessionalism that is hurting most job seekers (and they don’t even seem to know it).

I was at the gym the other day, getting ready to take a cycling class, when a woman came in to pick out her bike, all the while speaking on the phone to someone (who she later announced to the woman next to her was a recruiter) about her resume and the kind of job she wanted. How professional does this person sound to you? She didn’t even hang up until the instructor came in and turned on a very loud hip-hop song! At which time, she proceeded to shout, “I’LL HAVE TO CALL YOU BACK LATER. MY CLASS IS STARTING.”

I recognize that many people make concessions for cell phones, but overall, they don’t help job seekers look their best. For one, we seem to lose all common sense and reason when it comes to knowing where and when to take professional calls.

In case you still need convincing, here are the top 3 reasons cell phones can hurt your job search:

1. Phone quality is often poor. We all know the “can you hear me now?” cell phone commercials. They are popular for a reason. Although cell phones have come a long way in terms of quality, by and large, they are still a poor substitute for a landline.

Within the sales industry, representatives often make cold calls from a landline because they recognize that the phone quality is better and they don’t want to risk losing a prospect because of poor phone service. It is a lot of work and preparation to get an employer to contact you. So why would you want to risk it for poor phone quality?

2. Employers don’t want to talk to you while you’re in the grocery store. For some reason, we seem to believe nowadays that phone conversations are appropriate anywhere and everywhere. We don’t often think about what it is like for those on the other end, who can hear all the strange background noise and are straining to make out what you’re saying.

3. Professionals want to speak with other professionals. When you have a conversation with a potential employer, you always want to put your best foot forward. That is difficult to do when you are answering your phone on the go, be it at your current job, at your kid’s soccer game, or in the middle of a parking lot.

So the basic moral of this story is simple: If you have to, take a message and then get yourself to the nearest landline before calling the potential employer (or recruiter) back.

And, please, whatever, you do, don’t show up for cycling class shouting into the phone at your recruiter!

Stephen Van Vreede
http://www.articlesbase.com/careers-articles/the-job-search-and-the-cell-phone-why-they-are-a-bad-mix-671227.html

If youre not sure what to do, heres a list that might help.

1. Know thyself.

Identify what really interest and excites you. Understand that these traits define you and use it to explore career choices and opportunities.

2. Take a career assessment test.

There are a lot of career assessment tests available online. Find the time to take one. The test gives you a lot of insights about your core competencies and work preferences.

3. Ask others.

Its actually quite difficult to see yourself as others do. It would be to your advantage to ask friends and family on your traits and skills. Your co-workers are also a good source of information. Knowing how they perceive you, what they like and dont like about you and what skills or traits need to be changed can be helpful in determining your professional profile.

4. What moves you?

Would you be more interested in status or a six figure salary? Do you want to make a difference in your community and the world or just on your companys net worth?

5. Take charge.

In the 80s, when you worked for a large company, you usually could conclude that you would be working there for your entire career. In those days, the corporation drove your career path, advancing as it saw fit.

At the turn of the century, times have changed. In the span of your career, you would probably work for at least five companies. In most cases, you will probably work for more than five. Know which career track you desire, and make sure that track brings you to where you wish to go.

6. Determine the company fit.

With the current emphasis on streamlined and productivity-focused companies, the cultural and company fit are just as important as the professional goals. Consider the values and principles of the company and compare them with your own. It is important that you feel comfortable and fit in with company.

7. Free your mind.

The career path you choose is about change and more change. It includes expansion and new opportunities. All of these changes require a desire to journey and discover.

8. Balance is the key.

A huge amount of time is devoted to your career when you are in your 20s and 30s. When you reach your 40s, your personal life might take precedence and maybe more important to you. Find a corporation that will provide you with a balance in your work and your life.

9. Dont hang around.

If youre not satisfied with the way your career is going, go do something. Always be in control of your career path to have a satisfying career.

John Pawlett
http://www.articlesbase.com/careers-articles/job-search-tips-90984.html

I have been told I should put together a good quality job search letter to help with sourcing the exact job I want. I am qualified in several professional fields don’t have a problem getting a job but I am no on the hunt for one I really like. Any ideas?

There are many ways you can do it. There is quite a package you need if you are truly on the job-of-your-life-hunt. I had all mine done professionally. But There are sites around which offer detailed information on how to write these letters. This article is quite good http://www.thecvwriters.com/how_to_write_a_job_search_letter.htm

I want to search for a better job while on the go. Are there any other mobile browser friendly job search sites?

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