How You'll Find Your Next Job

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Instead of spending all that time slogging from job interview to job interview trying to climb your way up the corporate ladder, why not go straight to the top? Put your expertise and experience to work straight for your own pocketbook and be your own boss. You can do this by buying a small to midsize business.
Right now is the perfect time to buy a small to midsize business. This economy has left a whole lot of businesses out there selling for less than their worth. Now is the time for people who want the most out of life to grasp on and take the plunge.
Anyone interested in the buying of a business should check out http://www.businessbuyeradvocate.com/ . It is a great blog full of must have knowledge for anyone thinking about taking the plunge. It’s frequented by quite a few experts in various aspects of the field that can help you with any questions you might have or perspective you might need.
Buying a business very well could be the most important decision you ever make in your life. You have to make sure you buy the right business the right way.
They also have a sister blog called The Business Seller Advocate which can be reached at http://www.businessselleradvocate.com . It’s the same thing but geared towards the folks who are looking to sell their business. Even if you’re not interested in that side of the situation, it’s a valuable resource to get the other perspective.

Frank Fitton of FL 8:14PM August 04, 2010

Your next job will come about through plain old luck.
I switched careers in the past through luck (hired and trained in an area with zero prior knowledge--healthcare finance-related work), and have jumped back into a job market (after returning to higher ed for a while) IN THE MIDDLE OF THE RECESSION.
No major strategy either time. Just aimed and somehow hit the mark.
You can plan and plot ten ways until Sunday, but the truth is, that it's often just plain luck, just having gotten your app. and other materials in front of the right person at the right time.
My next job, too, will most likely come about via just plain luck.
Don't over-plan. Murphy's Law will work against you when you're overly-prepared. Just apply already. And keep going. And don't stop.
Luck.
Trumps everything else.

Feeling Lucky of IL 12:55AM July 28, 2010

America's should work out of pride for their work despite the coup corporations have pulled by allowing massive corporate donations made illegal during Teddy Roosevelts administration. There was also the 1978 Supreme Court ruling forcing OSHA to no longer pull surprise safety inspections. I ask all Free loaders
to do research in your spare time. Check out workinggroup.org and follow the money

Larry Harper of AR 6:32PM July 20, 2010

I believe it works both ways. However, why would I want to put my personal info on the web for someone to "steal" and then ruin my credit so I can't find an employer to hire me after a "credit check" has been completed. I'll take my chances and do it the old fashion way and be safe.

Anne of VA 2:41PM July 20, 2010

Compare this report to "Five Myths that Are Crippling Your Job Search." This report is exactly "Myth" Number One in that report! Since the reports contradict one another, this leads me to question very seriously this magazine's trustworthiness in their reporting.

Daniel of TX 7:09PM July 19, 2010

Obama is president. Why should we work?

Millionsix of VA 11:15AM July 14, 2010

Trying to connect with past associates is good. Using a combination of search methods gives you the best chances.
Maybe looking into a job board that combines social networking and job searches like at www.LocalHires.com. All of there jobs are also on Facebook, Twitter and Linked In plus you can comment on their wall.

Larry of NV 7:12PM June 04, 2010

FedEx DENIES employees time off to attend their FATHERS' funeral.
See how FedEx treats their employees.
Go to YouTube, search word: FedEx Inhumane Treatment.

JC of KY 9:43PM June 03, 2010

FedEx DENIES employees time off to attend their FATHERS' funeral.
See how FedEx treats their employees.
Go to YouTube, search word: FedEx Inhumane Treatment.

JC of KY 9:39PM June 03, 2010

Two thoughts. 1) Networking is paramount. Get on Linkedin or other social media and find a connection in your target companies. 2) Keywords in your resume are crucial because some HR software are the only eyes on your application.
I've been hearing some great job search advice on an internet radio show on www.jobtalkamerica.com

sam of MN 6:06PM June 03, 2010