Happy Friday! Here are todays top news stories to show you how to find work. Keep reading for some great stories to help foster job search success. Click the links below and engage with us today on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Google+.
Work From Home: The Top 100 Companies offering Flexible Jobs in 2014 by Laura Shin
We’ve all seen an ad that states, “work from the comfort of your home and make thousands of dollars!” I am actually writing this from home, where I work 100% of the time. A company called FlexJobs has compiled their annual list of 100 companies offering flexible jobs. Remote jobs are on the upswing, keep reading to see why.
College Graduates Are Increasingly Likely To Work Low-Quality Jobs by Bryce Covert
Recent grads are more likely to work at jobs that don’t require a college degree according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The number has continued to rise since 2001 and made a big jump after the recession all the way to 44 percent of grads working in these types of jobs in 2012.
Are Your Employees Looking For a New Job? by Suzanne Lucas
Let’s face it, even if you’re not actively looking for a job you are likely always keeping your eyes open for what is happening in the job market. A recent survey shows thst 1 in 5 employees wants to find another job. This article sheds light on these stats.
The Surprising Truth About Workplace Happiness by Geoffrey James
Happy employees are usually more productive. You might be surprised that what makes employees happy does not always make them more productive.
Want a job at Apple or Yahoo? You’ll have to answer these outrageous interview questions by Taylor Soper
Glassdoor recently published its annual list of the top 25 oddball interview questions for 2014. It looks like Google and Yahoo have some of the zaniest questions on the list. Click the link above to learn more.
Handy guide to today’s job hunt
Author Andrea Kay, career consultant and syndicated columnist, presents an inside look at what employers really want from candidates.
These Resume Mistakes Can Slow Your Job Search by Jim Stroud
Getting the attention of employers with your resume is difficult at best. Here are some tips to help you avoid common resume mistakes to maximizing your chances of finding a job.
Six Killer Newsletters To Power Your Job Search by Bill Hartnett
Here is a list of the best daily and weekly newsletters offering quality strategies and tactics to find work.