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EH&S Career News, Advice & ArticlesCareer Food for Thought
"Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome" -- Booker T. Washington
“Opportunity is missed by most because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.” Thomas Edison
Helpful Career & Job Search Articles
Two Smart Ways to Turbo Boost Your Demand in this Job MarketNovember 10, 2009 - As companies are being reshaped by the realities of the new economy (staff reductions, mergers, outsourcing, etc.), many executives are forced to look for new opportunities. This floods the market with thousands of excellent candidates, giving employers a surplus of talent to choose from. If you are on the hiring end, this is a good challenge. However, if you are seeking a new executive position. Read more 2009 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work ForNovember 4, 2009 - This year’s release of the 2009 100 Best Companies to Work For® list provides welcome and much needed good news to employees, employers, and the broader public. The workplaces represented on this year’s list have, on average, 90% of their employees saying that their organizations are great places to work. Read more What are the two most important words on your resume?November 3, 2009 - Since it is so competitive in the market place, you want to create a document that places you ahead of your competition. How do you do this? In order to really make an impact on a hiring decision maker, it is imperative to tell the reader the challenges that you were confronted with, and how you resolved those issues. Read more Go Northeast, Young Job SeekerNovember 2, 2009 - For college students graduating next spring, there's good news (and bad) on the job front. Worst things first. According to a recent survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), company recruiters plan to visit 6.6% fewer campuses and hire 6.9% fewer graduates than last year. Read more 15 Best Places for Green JobsOctober 26, 2009 - Already, the economy is generating about 1.3 million new "green collar" jobs per year, says outplacement firm Challenger Gray & Christmas. By 2030, the number of U.S. jobs directly or indirectly related to energy efficiency and conservation will reach 40 million, according to the nonprofit American Solar Energy Society. Read more Salary question - What is your current salary?October 14, 2009 - When companies ask you about your last salary they are trying to screen you out. This is a high risk moment and hence you want to delay the salary discussion for later in the hiring process. Read more The Importance of Completing Your EHSCareers.com ProfileDon't forget to complete your profile. Statistics say that only about 25% of job openings are ever advertised; post your resume on EHSCareers.com and let hiring companies find you. What your body language says in your interviewsOctober 14, 2009 - Did you know that the way you sit, smile and shake hands can speak volumes during a job interview? It’s true. There is no manual to read to determine how you should manage your body language; however, if you make certain gestures, you’re definitely sending a certain message. Read more Salaries on the uptickOctober 6, 2009 - Although salary increases are at some of their lowest points in recent memory, several studies predict a significant upturn for next year. But, with money still tight, top performers are more likely to see increases than other employees. Read more Most job seekers open to career changeSeptember 28, 2009 - The vast majority of job seekers would consider a career switch in order to secure employment, according to a new Monster Global Poll. The survey by Monster Worldwide Inc. found 89 percent of job seekers surveyed across the United States, Europe and Canada would think about an industry change in their job search because of the tight job market. Read more The right avenues for environmental graduate jobs September 4, 2009 - The increased interest in environmental protection and management in the past decade has caused a glut of environmental graduates in schools throughout the world. There are plenty of jobs available for environmental graduates though it takes a bit of imagination to find the right industries. Read more More companies go on-line to research candidatesSeptember 1, 2009 - You could end up hiring inappropriate candidates that other companies have already rejected if you aren’t one of the 45% (and rising) of companies that dig for dirt (and gold) on applicants’ social networking sites. The number of hiring managers reviewing a candidate’s musings, photos, updates and tweets on social media sites has doubled compared with a year ago, when only 22% looked online. Read more The key differences between superstars and slouchesAugust 6, 2009 - Managers may forever debate whether great sellers are born or made. But a recent study reveals several easy-to-spot differences between high-performers and low-performers, as well as the one common trait most would-be superstars possess. Read more Coming of Age for EH&S ProfessionalsJuly 1, 2009 - If EH&S professionals are uniquely suited to serve as the corporation's external window on the world, its problem-solvers and visionaries, how can they get management to listen? Having entered a new century, we find that we are no longer in the infancy of the EH&S movement in the United States. Read more Give Prospective Employers a Thorough ‘Reference Check’May 14, 2009 - The employment relationship is supposed to be based on mutual trust and communication. In reality, the trust and communication burden often runs in one direction. At no time is the imbalance more pronounced than during the recruiting process. Read more Are You In The Right Career?April 2, 2009 - I know that many of you have received a pink slip or fear that you might get one soon. Either way, it’s an awful situation. But it also has a positive aspect to the extent it makes you take stock of what you want from your career. Here are some pointers to help you make introspection a fruitful and positive experience. Read more The Riches Are In The NichesMarch 30, 2009 - The traditional model for EHS career progression was to develop a technical expertise to establish your credentials and, over time, acquire a broad, basic knowledge of EHS subject matter while simultaneously learning about business management. Thus, one would become a good generalist capable of moving up the management chain. Read more When You've Lost Your JobMarch 27, 2009 - Perhaps you are reading this because you have lost your job or someone close to you has been laid off. If that's the case, the first thing you should be certain of is that no one needs to go through this trial alone. Others care about the pain you are experiencing and want to help you get on your feet again. Read more Eight Job Search Rules to RememberMarch 26, 2009 - Bad economy, good economy, the way professionals and executives in corporate North America search for jobs has changed. Following these eight rules will help you cope the 21st century job search. Read more Job Searching In This Uncertain Market?March 2009 - A well-planned job search is incomparably better than a trial and error attempt. With today’s abundance of qualified executive talent, it simply makes sense to take control of your job search rather than hoping to be ‘discovered’. Here are practical strategies to help you get better results: Read more A Career Do-OverFebruary 2009 - From Weddles - It's a wonderful way to look at what is often viewed as a setback in our careers. Having to start over seems to imply that we have wasted everything that has gone before. The lessons we have learned, the character we have developed, the wisdom we have gained are somehow diminished because our careers have taken a new track. Read more Six Steps For Making Sure Your Next Job Is The Right Job For YouAre you ready for a change in your career? If you answered yes, you are not the only one. So why would anyone want to leave their job in this market? Better compensation, better career opportunities, and dissatisfaction with one's current position. If you put effort into your job search, you can find a new place to work. When you do, you want to make sure that you make a good decision; not because... (read this article).
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