Monthly Archives: September 2008
Web entrepreneur/millionaire had humble start
Internet entrepreneur Gurbaksh Chahal — known as “G” — gives a quick story about his rise to business success in yesterday’s NY Times. Chahal has become a much-watched figure in San Francisco after the sale of his advertising network, BlueLithium, … Continue reading
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Unemployment jumps; hold on to your job!
This morning the government reported an increase in the unemployment rate for August, to 6.1 percent from 5.7. This sobering news will make plenty of people want to keep their jobs! The news release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics … Continue reading
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Judge performance, not gender identity
Most Americans agree that transgender employees should be judged on performance, not on their gender identity, according to a new survey. The research shows that 71% of heterosexual adults agree that job performance should be the measure of an employee, … Continue reading
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Career tips for autumn
Now that school is starting up again, it’s a good time for non-students to think about where they are headed, especially in terms of their professional futures For example, year-end performance reviews are coming up. Have you thought about how … Continue reading
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Hiding after a layoff
People who get laid off or lose a job involuntarily are more likely to shun social engagements, according to a new study. The study, published in the September issue of the journal Social Forces, found laid-off folks were 35% less … Continue reading
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