In this economy I am sure everyone knows someone who has been laid off as organizations downsize, close down or re-organize Not everyone will react to being laid off in the same way with some seeing this as a blessing in disguise and others suffering from a crisis of confidence

Overall there are 14 job search strategies that one can adopt when looking for a new job The strategy that most job searchers use and easily get bogged down by is online job search sites

Whether you are male or female, 22 or 62, live in west coast or east, being ready to handle the challenges posed by the job market can be the key to professional success With nearly 2 million people unemployed in the US, individuals need to be more than just prepared, they need to position themselves as the strongest candidate in their field in a bid to reduce the average 19 weeks (Bureau of Labor Statistics) it takes to get a job

We face change in our lives, work, and relationships on a daily basis and most of us are completely unprepared for it The 10 Tips to Change Mastery detailed below help individuals prepare for change, overcome stress, indecisiveness, and puts control back into their lives