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Tuesday, March 24, 2009

16 Ways to Relieve Stress

If you're constantly worrying about your job, whether or not you'll find one or even whether or not you're going to get to keep your job, it's likely that you're feeling extra stressed. It's pretty common with an economic recession. If things are uncertain, it's hard not to get stressed over the way things are. Stress has some serious health ramifications so sometimes you need to just take a step back and relieve the stress. Here are some ways to relax and not let the stress of the job search get to you:

Take a nap

Go for a walk outside

Turn up the music loud, sing and dance along

Try a focused meditation

Play a board game or do a puzzle

Take a mini-vacation

Go for a drive

Try breathing exercises

Take a yoga class or start a new exercise program

Keep a journal and write about things that you are grateful for

Call a friend to vent

Volunteer or help someone else

Read a book

Get a massage

Go out with friends

Paint, take a photographs, draw or do something creative

There are plenty of other ideas you can come up with to help relieve stress. While money might be an issue, not all the items on the list require cash. Don't let the recession let you miss out on the fun in life. Having fun is a great stress reliever. Not only that but having a good attitude can actually help you in your job but also in your job search. Positive energy exudes confidence, and confidence is a great quality to show off in an interview.

Add your stress-relievers in the comments! What else helps you to relieve stress?

- Rosie Reilman

Monday, March 16, 2009

Job Seekers Getting Creative and Turning to Their Own Ideas for Work

Frustrated job seekers turn to new ideas for their work search Photo by slushpup

According to a NYTimes article, a lot of people are getting tired of looking for work so they're beginning to make their own. That's right sometimes in recession, it gives added inspiration to individuals' creative energy and an entrepreneurial spirit. One man featured in this article, started selling jellyfish tanks.

Economists say that when the economy takes a dive, it is common for people to turn to their inner entrepreneur to try to make their own work. But they say that it takes months for that mentality to sink in, and that this is about the time in the economic cycle when it really starts to happen — when the formerly employed realize that traditional job searches are not working, and that they are running out of time and money.

It makes sense. Sometimes the job search can be costly and sometimes you have to come up with your own ideas. And not only that but the Internet has provided means for people to find suppliers and market their ideas inexpensively.

Sometimes it's even good to do part-time while you're on the job search. Not only will it give you added experience but a chance to learn a new skill - not to mention some income while you're job searching. There are companies out there that will allow you to start your own business for little or no money, like Avon or similar business types, that will allow you to network and maybe sell products. Some other ideas might be starting a blog or website and adding ads to your site after building some traffic, this way you can blog about your industry and attract potential employers and earn some side money through advertisements either directly or through Adsense or another affiliate marketing program.

As with anything always be careful of what you sign up for because some of the work from home opportunities can only lead to more debt. But a little common sense and determination can really go a long way--whether you decide to try your hand at starting a temporary or permanent business, or just feel like you need to find something part-time, don't forget that you can sign up for Job Alerts on EmploymentGuide.com and get opportunities emailed to your email inbox. Get creative and proactive about your job search and eventually you'll find something that will be perfect for you.

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Attending the Atlanta Job Fair Next Week?

Because the Atlanta Job Fair is next week, I thought I'd offer a bunch of links that will provide you with information on attending a career fair. This way, you'll know what to expect and get the most out of your job fair experience.

Everything You Wanted to Know about Job Fairs
Using Career Success Stories
Why a Proactive Job Search is More Important than Ever
Ace the Interview!
3 Job Seeker Habits to Break
Video: Job Fair Tips from Greensboro
Video: What is it like at an Employment Guide Job Fair? Recruiters' advice to job seekers
Video: What Job Seekers say about Employment Guide Job Fairs?
Audio: Matt & Ramona on Job Fairs

Friday, February 20, 2009

Atlanta Job Fair - March 3, 2009 (Press Release)

In response to the current economic crisis and a tightening labor market, EmploymentGuide.com is bringing together jobseekers with companies who seek their talents. On Tuesday, March 3, 2009 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Fox Theatre, employers will meet and interview hundreds of job seekers.

The EmploymentGuide.com Atlanta job fair is part of the “Putting Americans Back to Work” Job Fair Series, taking place in more than 50 cities across the country throughout 2009. The job fair series allows jobseekers to have personal contact with perspective employers.

Participating employers will seek to fill hourly positions ranging from entry-level to management and they represent industries such as health care, customer service, hospitality, finance, sales, insurance, skilled trades, transportation, security and more.

Adding to the success of this new job fair series is support from associations interested in supporting their members including: the AARP Foundation, the National Urban League, and the American Hotel and Lodging Association.

Ford Motor Company is continuing its successful job fair partnership with The Employment Guide and EmploymentGuide.com, which provides Ford employees who are considering buyout offers the opportunity to transition to new careers. Ford will promote the “Putting Americans Back To Work” job fairs to employees who have previously accepted buyout packages.

Atlanta Job Fair - March 3, 2009 or view our Job Fair flyer here.

Monday, February 2, 2009

The Employment Guide Atlanta Edition - February 2-8, 2009

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Atlanta Speed Networking Tonight!

There is a speed networking event tonight at 7PM in Atlanta for those of you who are looking to connect with professionals in the area.

We are bringing Speed Networkers from across the Atlanta area together for a high-speed, no-nonsense networking experience! You will have a series of one-on-one conversations with 10 to 15 people in just over 90 minutes... and all you have to do is pick up the phone!

More information and RSVP here.

The Employment Guide Atlanta Edition - January 19-25, 2009

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The Employment Guide Atlanta Edition - January 19-25, 2009

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