Job Search after Layoff: Planning the Next Career Move

Whatever you call it -- lay off, reduction in force, downsizing, rightsizing -- losing a job can be a very emotional and traumatic experience filled with a variety of feelings. And though people experience different reactions, it is important for everyone to acknowledge what they are going through…even if they don’t think they are going through anything.

 

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Feelings may range from depression and fear to anxiousness or joy. It’s okay to experience these emotions. Everyone does. However, moving beyond the emotion into action is important in kick starting a career search. And to get through this unreal time, here are some very real actions anyone can take.

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Can a Felon Work for The Government?

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Most of the countries allow the persons with a felony conviction to work for the federal government jobs. But there are some positions which will not allow a person with a felony can’t work for them. Most the jobs which disqualify the felonies are related to the justice and law enforcement jobs.

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Stay Cool During a Tough Interview: Handling Unique Interview Techniques

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When Randy, the owner of a small information technology consulting firm, interviews potential candidates for his business, he looks for enthusiasm and energy level. It is important that the people who come to work for him are as excited about the work as he is and that in turn this energetic spirit flows over to his clients.

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