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Jul 7, Navigating the New Job Hunting Rules

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 14:16:44 GMT

I have long advocated that job seekers should spend less time on the job boards and more time looking for opportunities that are posted on individual company web sites. This article explains why this advice is more valuable then ever.

Jul 6, Want to share your thoughts on helping people who are unemployed?

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:09:27 GMT

Do you have something to tell about being unemployed? Especially about how friends and family can be supportive, and how sometimes, they are not? Kelsey Crowe is writing a book of tips with dos and don'ts for being supportive for various life issues. Being unemployed is one of them. If you are interested in doing a 100 confidential phone interview with her, you can contact her at kelsey@helpeachotherguide.org. Also check out her website at www.helpeachotherguide.org to learn more.

Apr 1, Collect-unemployment

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:30:48 GMT

How to Collect Unemployment: 10 FAQ's

Mar 4, Important Changes to COBRA

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 20:00:02 GMT

Welcome news about COBRA! The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) provides for a 65 percent subsidy for COBRA continuation premiums for up to 9 months for workers who have been involuntarily terminated, and for their families. The subsidy terminates when the covered individual is offered any new employer-sponsored healthcare coverage or becomes eligible for Medicare. To qualify for the subsidy, individuals must meet all of the following requirements: * Is eligible for COBRA continuation coverage at any time during the period beginning September 1, 2008 and ending December 31, 2009; * Elects COBRA coverage (when first offered or during the additional election period), and * Has a qualifying event for COBRA coverage that is the employee's involuntary termination during the period beginning September 1, 2008 and ending December 31, 2009. Contact your old employer for more information about this important change to your coverage.

Dec 2, Layoff Survival Guide Featured on CNN

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:33:23 GMT

Nancy Collamer, author of The Layoff Survival Guide will appear on CNN special report "Jobs 2009", as CNN addresses the current economic situation and its affect on the workplace. Nancy will be on CNN Christmas Day between 1:00-2:00 pm Eastern, Saturday December 27 between 1-2p.m. Eastern, and again on Sunday December 28 between 3-4p.m. Eastern.

Dec 2, Federal Government Extends Unemployment Benefits

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:19:25 GMT

The federal government recently approved an extension of unemployment benefits, extending benefits by seven weeks in all states, and extending them for another 13 weeks on top of that in states with unemployment rates that have averaged 6 or higher over the most recent three months.

Nov 24, Educational Resources to Help You After a Layoff

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:23:36 GMT

Online Programs, certificate programs, continuing education and traditional degree programs.

Nov 21, Layoff Survival Guide in USA TODAY

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:02:00 GMT

We were delighted to be quoted in today's USA TODAY in a story titled, Survival Tips for Workers Who Lose Their Jobs.

Oct 20, Tax Advice for Unemployed Workers

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 16:16:28 GMT

The US Government has published a very useful online booklet that details the tax impact of being unemployed. This addresses questions such as, "Is my severance pay taxable?" "Can I deduct job hunting expenses?" and "Can I deduct my health insurance payments?" Click the link above to read the booklet.

Mar 27, Free Teleseminar on March 31

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 20:58:00 GMT

The US Dept. of Labor, Women's Bureau presents a free teleseminar,What Do I Do Now? Facing Financial Challenges in an Uncertain Economic Environment, on Monday, March 31, 2008 from 2:00 - 3:00pm EDT. Have the developments in the housing and financial markets affected your ability to pay your mortgage and/or pay off credit card debt? Have they made you unsure about how to invest your money or manage your investments? What can homeowners, buyers, and sellers do in a slowing real estate market? What options are available if you're in danger of falling behind on your mortgage or credit card payments? Dial into this free teleclass to hear three experts discuss investing, credit, and home ownership in todays market. A question and answer session will follow the presentations. Register online at www.dol.gov/wb/mentor2.asp or by phone at 212-337-2389 to receive the toll-free call-in number and passcode.

Mar 27, Job Search Support Groups

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 15:49:38 GMT

Job search support groups: A lifeline for the unemployed

Mar 27, The Post Layoff Interview: How to Handle the Tough Questions

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 15:45:48 GMT

The Post Layoff Interview: How to Respond to the Tough Questions.

Mar 27, Spouse Laid Off, Marital Survival Tips

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 15:43:33 GMT

Spouse Laid Off - Marital Survival Tips

Mar 27, Layoff Help: 8 Ways to Improve Your Job Search

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 15:29:35 GMT

Tips for the Unemployed

Mar 24, Layoff Survival Tip: Job Search Tax Deduction

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 15:41:37 GMT

With April 15 barely a month away, now is the time to be getting your tax information in order. Did you know that you might be eligible to deduct job-search related expenses you incurred in 2007? Fees for resume preparation, career counseling services, and even travel expenses to investigate new job opportunities can be deducted in certain circumstances (subject to applicable limitations and restrictions). For more information, consult your tax attorney.

Mar 24, Layoff Survival Tip: Clean up Your Digital Dirt

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 15:27:50 GMT

There have been several articles written recently about the problems faced by job seekers whose raunchy, racy or otherwise less-than- professional profiles (on sites like Facebook and My Space) surface when recruiters "Google" them during the interview process. Otherwise impressive candidates have suddenly had job offers rescinded as a result of incriminating photos or foolish ramblings posted on the web. According to a 2005 survey of 102 executive recruiters by ExecuNet, an executive job-search and networking organization, 75 of recruiters use search engines to uncover information about candidates, and 26 of recruiters have eliminated candidates because of information found online. Don't wait to get tripped up by the internet. Take time today to make sure you don't have any "digital dirt" floating in cyberspace.

Mar 24, Layoff Survival Tip: Evaluate Perks Beyond the Paycheck

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 15:22:02 GMT

Trying to figure out if a job offer is worth taking? Be careful to evaluate both the salary and the benefits. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, benefits now account for more than one-third (33.1) of the total compensation provide by private sector employers with more than 500 employees. Health insurance is one of the most expensive parts of your benefits package, and these days, most employers expect their employees to help pay for this benefit. But in addition to health insurance, companies can offer employees a wide range of other perks including adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, paid sabbatical leaves and subsidized childcare. Within certain industries, the value of the benefits can be worth almost as much as your salary. People who work for the airlines enjoy access to free flights and reduced fees at hotels, teachers at private schools can receive tremendous tuition benefits for their school-age children and retail employees can enjoy significant discounts on their in-store purchases. So, the next time you're evaluating your compensation package, or trying to decide if a new job is "worth" accepting, remember to factor in the value of the benefits your receive. You might be pleasantly surprised to discover that your compensation is much higher than you originally thought.

Feb 11, How to Recession Proof Your Career

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 18:26:31 GMT

We are delighted to be included in an article on CNN/Money today titled, Survival strategies: Recession-proof your life. The lead-in to the article reads, "The economy and the markets may be in for a hard fall. Here's how you and your family can land safely."

Jan 31, Free Training for Entrepreneurs

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 17:05:48 GMT

Free Online Courses: Looking for quality information about starting your own business? The Small Business Training Network (part of the SBA) is a virtual campus providing training to meet the information needs of prospective and existing small business owners. Browse the list of free online courses to see whats available. The courses are all self-paced and should take about 30 minutes to complete. Most of the courses require a brief online registration.