Qualifications Letters - 12/17/03
Ever get the feeling that employers are not reading your resumes? Stand out from the crowd by sending tailored qualifications letters or Q letters instead. A sample qualifications letter you may download and tailor is included.

Employment-Related Defamation - 12/7/03
If an employer intentionally defames you and it hurts your career, you might be entitled to collect monetary compensation through a defamation lawsuit.

Counteroffer - 11/17/03
If your employer makes a counteroffer when you resign your job, should you stay or go?

Am I Entitled to Vacation Pay? - 11/3/03
Find out if you're entitled to collect employer-provided vacation pay and accrued vacation pay under state or federal law.

Am I Entitled to Sick Leave Pay? - 10/15/03
Find out if you're entitled to collect employer-provided sick leave pay and accrued sick leave pay under U.S. state or federal law.

Security Clearance FAQs - 10/1/03
Answers to frequently-asked questions about a job-related security clearance, such as "What's a security clearance?" and "How do I get one?"

August Mass Layoffs Increase - 9/25/03
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that August 2003 mass layoffs were higher than in August 2002.

U.S. Unemployment Rate Essentially Unchanged - 9/5/03
Although the U.S. unemployment rate dropped slightly from 6.2 to 6.1 percent in August 2003, the Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that it was essentially unchanged.

Merchant Marine Jobs - 8/18/03
Explore engineering, radio, electronics, and other types of jobs in the U.S. Merchant Marine for officers and crew. Includes links to training resources, a free apprenticeship program, and info on other types of maritime jobs.

Jobless Rate Edges Down from Nine-Year High - 8/1/03
The U.S. unemployment rate backed off to 6.2 percent in July, after peaking at a nine-year high of 6.4 percent in June.

Veterans' Preference in Government Jobs - 7/21/03
Certain veterans and disabled veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces receive preference in hiring for Federal government jobs. Once hired, veterans are also granted retention preference during Federal workforce reductions. Find out if you're eligible.

Unemployment Soars to Nine-Year High - 7/3/03
The U.S. Department of Labor reported that the unemployment rate soared from 6.1 to 6.4 percent in June. It hasn't been that high since April 1994. 9.4 million workers were unemployed in June, the most since December 1992.

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace - 6/30/03
Read about what constitutes sexual harassment in the workplace and how you may seek relief through a lawsuit.

How NOT to Land a Job - 6/16/03
Common types of resume, cover letter, job application and interview blunders to avoid.

Giving Two Weeks Notice of Resignation - 6/2/03
Must you give two weeks notice in advance of resigning? The answer depends on whether or not you agreed to do so by contract. Includes a link to resignation letter samples you may download.

Questions to Ask in Interviews - 5/19/03
Ever draw a blank when an interviewer asks, "Any questions?" Interviewers expect you to ask questions. Preparing questions in advance shows that you've done your homework and are truly interested in the job. Includes sample questions you may download or copy and paste.

Writing Thank-You Notes - 5/5/03
Why it's a good idea to send thank-you notes after interviews, plus tips for writing them. A sample thank-you note and template you may download for free are included.

Avoiding Identity Theft Through Job Bank Fraud - 4/21/03
Job banks have revolutionized the way we search for jobs. Unfortunately, job banks have also revolutionized the way identity-theft con artists prey on their victims. Learn how to avoid the dirty tricks con artists play through job bank fraud.

Employment Protection for Reservists - 4/7/03
If you're a U.S. military reservist who has or will be called to active duty, you and your family are protected under The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA).

Creating a Scannable Resume - 3/24/03
How to create a scannable resume and why it's a good idea. Includes links to samples.

COBRA Insurance FAQs - 3/10/03
Answers to frequently-asked questions about COBRA continuation of health insurance coverage.

Illegal Interview Questions - 2/24/03
What they are in the U.S. with tips for handling them, along with sample illegal questions and reasons employers may legally ask for the same information in other ways.

Writing Follow-Up Letters - 2/10/03
Tips and resources for writing follow-up letters after interviews, submitting your resume, accepting a job offer, and a variety of other "after" reasons related to employment.

Diversity Career Events - 1/27/03
Career-awareness events and job fairs occurring in Black History Month 2003, especially for American minority and ethnic groups.

Extended Unemployment Benefits - 1/9/03
On January 8, 2003, the U.S. Congress passed legislation that extends the Temporary Extended Unemployment Compensation (TEUC) Program. If you qualify, this new legislation permits you to collect additional unemployment insurance benefits.

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