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The dollar’s down, and the offshoring of supply chains continues apace. The stock market is volatile, but has been trending up through most of 2007. The housing market and the mortgage industry have seemingly hit bottom. All in all, consumers aren’t sure what to think. Given this mixed economic picture, what will 2008 hold for salespeople looking to change jobs or ...

Adapted from the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2004-05 Edition h4. Significant Points - Some medical assistants are trained on the job, but many complete one- or two-year programs in vocational-technical high schools, postsecondary vocational schools and community and junior colleges. - Medical assistant is projected to be the fastest growing occupation over the 2002-12 period. - Job prospects ...

Job Seekers with a Mix of High-Level Math, Logic and Business Skills in Demand Mathematicians with personality are in short supply, so if you love math and finance and are willing to head to graduate school, a shift into a quantitative finance career could pay off for you. Quantitative analysts are modern alchemists who transform raw data into intelligent business strategies. ...

True or false: As an organization's technology leader, the typical chief information officer (CIO) is immersed in the details of programming, databases and other technologies. That job description may have been true 10 to 15 years ago, but not today. With technology playing an increasingly important role in business, CIOs actually spend less time on technology specifics and significantly more time ...

* Adapted from the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2004-05 Edition h4. Significant Points - Job prospects should be excellent. - Dentists are expected to hire more assistants to perform routine tasks so that they may devote their own time to more profitable procedures. - Most assistants learn their skills on the job, although an increasing number are trained ...

The position of Web designer may be the glamour job of the Web-development field. Others involved in Web projects, such as information architects and programmers, hold jobs that many people just don't understand. By comparison, Web designers are involved in creating the icons, images, navigational tools and other features that give Web projects their public face. But don't be fooled: Web ...

For IT professionals seeking to move beyond purely technical jobs, becoming a business analyst can be an attractive option, especially for those concerned about the effects of global outsourcing on the information technology field. What do business analysts do? In a nutshell, they're the ultimate facilitators, helping organizations implement technical solutions cost-effectively by determining and communicating technical requirements to a range ...

Are you interested in pursuing a paralegal or legal assistant position? We’ve got the scoop on what the job entails and how to get into the field, as well as some interesting factoids about being a paralegal. h4. The Job Paralegals assist lawyers by identifying appropriate laws, judicial decisions, legal articles and other materials relevant to assigned cases. After they analyze ...

Adapted from the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2004-05 Edition h4. Significant Points * Registered nurses constitute the largest healthcare occupation, with 2.3 million jobs. * More new jobs are expected to be created for registered nurses than for any other occupation. * Job opportunities are expected to be very good. * The three major educational paths to registered ...

Lawyers, also called attorneys, have one of the highest-profile positions in the legal field. If you’re wondering what it takes to be a lawyer, check out this job profile. h4. The Job Lawyers, also called attorneys, act as both advocates and advisors in the legal system. As advocates, they represent a party in a criminal or civil trial by presenting evidence ...

Job postings for product managers are peppered with phrases like "customer-centric," "consensus-builder" and "fluid environment" - requirements that don't easily translate into the concrete abilities and experiences needed to succeed in the product manager role. Despite being one of the most sought-after positions listed on Monster, the skill set needed for this position is surprisingly difficult to define. h4. What Exactly ...

Advertising can be exciting, glamorous and very creative. In fact, creativity may be more critical for international accounts than domestic-based advertising. Developing culturally appropriate ways to communicate with consumers in other countries is critical to success, and it is not always easy. Here are some tips for launching an advertising career on a global track: h4. Getting in the Door Many ...

The stereotypical lonely programmer coding away for hours in a cubicle is mostly just that - a worn-out image that bears little resemblance to the current working lives of US programmers, often called software developers or software engineers. Working on teams, handling presentations and accompanying sales staff to client meetings are all part of their work. "The idea that it's a ...

Every interview has a unique focus, but some questions are asked so often, it makes sense to do all you can to prepare for them. In order to be successful, you need a strategy - not scripted answers. Your goal should be to emphasize the experiences in your background that best fit what each interviewer is looking for. In this series, ...

It's deceptively easy to make mistakes on your resume and exceptionally difficult to repair the damage once an employer gets it. So prevention is critical, especially if you've never written one before. Here are the most common pitfalls and how you can avoid them. h3. 1. Typos and Grammatical Errors Your resume needs to be grammatically perfect. If it isn't, employers ...

Finance jobs are fundamental in the business world, but if you want to make sure your employment cupboard will always be fully stocked with job opportunities, consider moving to a finance hub city. h4. Sizzle Centers for Financial Services "Finance is a staple, so you'll do well anywhere you have a Federal Reserve Bank," says Steven Drexel, president and CEO of ...

As a woman, your career track may well be at odds with the fast track, particularly if you have or are planning to have children. That’s the message in Off-Ramps and On-Ramps, the follow-up to Sylvia Ann Hewlett’s widely publicized book Creating a Life, in which she suggests top-level women are sacrificing children for careers. Hewlett is an economist and founding ...

Congratulations on your new job! It’s time to celebrate and brace yourself for this exciting and vulnerable time in your career: The first 100 days. Now that you’re here, make sure you ace it with this advice based on the book, Hit the Ground Running: A Woman’s Guide to Success for the First 100 Days on the Job. h4. Manage Your ...

Whether it's on your own or for a specific job offer, you need to move for your career. The idea can be exciting yet frightening and overwhelming at the same time. What do you do first? How do you make sure you get everything done and ensure your move is as hassle-free as possible? According to Diane Wirtz, a Realtor with ...

Here are answers to some of the commonly asked questions about what to wear to the interview: h4. In a Business-Casual World, How Do I Dress for an Interview? Just a few years ago, everyone knew the answer to this question. The standard interview uniform was suit and tie for men, and a suit with a skirt for women. Anyone arriving ...