A research project addressed the high unemployment rate of Workers' Compensation claimants by the formation of a job-seeking club. Unemployment statistics for this population were compiled. Five percent of the workers were skilled, 14 percent semiskilled, and 60 percent unskilled; 84 percent were male, 91 percent were white, and almost half lacked…

A study examined the perceptions of journalism educators regarding ethical conduct in the faculty recruitment process of journalism faculty. Data were gathered by means of a mail survey to a national sample of journalism faculty. Questionnaires were mailed to 490 journalism and mass communication educators with 407 responding. Every third name was…

Upward mobility in the field of community college administration is affected by factors such as educational and social preparation, professional experience, the vita or resume, and an individual's preparation for a job opportunity. For most community college presidencies, a doctorate from an accredited, preferably non-experiential, institution is…

A study of work programs for Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) recipients in 38 states showed that these programs serve a minority of the recipients. They are providing mainly low cost services minority of the recipients. They are providing low cost services such as job search assistance to those people who need the least help in…

The handbook presents guidelines for successful jobseeking. Information is presented to aid the job applicant in developing skills that will increase the chances of finding the job of his or her choice. Topics covered include: sources of employment information; self-evaluation; resume writing; grooming; job interviews; forms; predicting job…

Presents an annotated list of career and employment Web sites to assist librarians and job seekers with locating information on all aspects of career and job searching. Provides general indexes and sites specializing in career fairs, resume services, relocation, and newsgroups. (AEF)

The job-seeking experiences of 62 individuals seeking their first higher education position in special education were assessed. Results revealed that each subject applied for about six positions. Most respondents expressed several dissatisfactions with the search and interview processes. Difficulties communicating with search committee members and…

Interviews recruiters and human resources professionals to discuss what staffing professionals look for in a resume, the worst resume problems staffing professionals find, and what applicants can expect to happen after a resume has been received. (SNR)

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to present the findings of an evaluative case study that used an electronic portfolio to enhance the employability of older adults. The evaluation sought to identify programme effects and highlight the factors that were instrumental in generating them. Design/methodology/approach: Qualitative inquiry methods…

This book guides job seekers in using communication approaches that will generate useful information, advice, and referrals that lead to job interviews and offers. The book provides guidance on how to do the following: organize effective job networks; prospect for job leads; write networking letters; make cold calls; join electronic networks;…

This book is the second in a series of six pocket-sized books written for career changers and laid-off workers. Each book is written at a 7th- to 10th-grade reading level and contains examples, hands-on self-discovery exercises, and step-by-step advice for a successful job search. This book provides easy-to-follow instructions for resumes, cover…

This book is the third in a series of six pocket-sized books written for career changers and laid-off workers. Each book is written at a 7th- to 10th-grade reading level and contains examples, hands-on self-discovery exercises, and step-by-step advice for a successful job search. This book identifies steps for finding the unadvertised jobs--80-95…

This book is the sixth in a series of six pocket-sized books written for career changers and laid-off workers. Each book is written at a 7th- to 10th-grade reading level and contains examples, hands-on self-discovery exercises, and step-by-step advice for a successful job search. This book provides information on financial survival between…

This career planning guide is the second in a series on career decision making and the job search. Intended for use by students in career planning courses or by individuals with the help of a counselor, this book focuses on finding and getting the right job once the career planning process is complete. Chapter 1 offers a brief survey of theories…

This instructor's guide contains six modules designed to help teach learners to prepare for, find, and be successful on a job. The modules include the following components: module overview, student outcome, purpose, introduction, icebreaker, background information, application activity, wrap-up, and handouts. The modules cover the following…