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      Secretary of Labor Unveils Online Tool for Job Seekers

      March 4, 2011 /

      Online Occupation Tool

      Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis has unveiled an new online tool that offers information on more than 900 occupations in a simple format that just about anyone can use. The tool, called My Next Move, is a supplement to the labor departments “mySkills myfuture” website, which helps seasoned job seekers find occupations that match their skill set. My Next Move is especially useful for first-time job seekers, students, and young adults interested in finding careers that match their interests. According to Solis, the department created the tool for a number of reasons.

      “This administration is committed to expanding opportunities for all Americans,” Solis said. “That includes ensuring all workers — those with years of experience and those just entering the work force — have the information they need to make informed career decisions and get good jobs.”

      “By leveraging technology in a user-friendly tool, My Next Move will help those seeking career guidance learn more about work opportunities in fields that are of interest to them and that are likely to have job openings today and well into the future.”

      The tool streamlines the department’s Occupational Information Network (O.NET) Interest Profiler, which, since 2001, consisted of 180 questions in order to match a users interests with possible occupations. The streamlined version requires answers to 60 questions. In addition to the using the interest profiler to find job matches, users can search for jobs by industry and occupation. The streamlined version of O.NET is available for the first time as part of My Next Move.

      Users can also search for jobs in three categories:

      -Careers with a “bright outlook” in growing industries
      -Jobs that are part of the “green” economy
      -Occupations that have a Registered Apprenticeship program

      According to a U.S. Department of Labor News Release about My Next Move, each occupation that a user selects has an easy-to-read, one-page profile, including information about what knowledge, skills and abilities are needed; the occupation’s outlook; the level of education required; technologies used within the occupation; and other, similar jobs. In addition, each occupation page includes direct links to local salary information, training opportunities and relevant job openings.

      To access My Next Move, visit: http://mynextmove.dol.gov.

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      What can I do with a Degree in Mathematics?

      March 3, 2011 /

      Mathematics Image

      To become a mathematician, a Ph.D. in mathematics is usually the minimum educational requirement for private sector positions. A bachelor’s or master’s degree may be suitable for some Federal Government positions. If you have a Ph.D. in mathematics and a background in computer science or engineering, you will have better employment opportunities in related occupations.

      Jobs in industry and government often require advanced knowledge of related scientific disciplines in addition to mathematics. The most common fields in which mathematicians study and find work are computer science and software development, physics, engineering, and management science (operations research). Many mathematicians also are involved in financial analysis and in life sciences research.

      In addition to the careers listed above, a mathematics degree can lead to a lucrative career as an accountant, actuary, applied mathematician, pure mathematician, secondary school mathematics teacher, or a statistician. Other career options include mathematical biology, mathematics of medicine, and mathematics of finance.

      The median household income in the U. S. is $52,029 per year. Mathematicians working in just about any field earn nearly twice as much as the average American household earns. High earners make twice as much or more.

      Median annual wages of mathematicians were $95,150 in May 2008. The middle 50 percent earned between $71,430 and $119,480. The lowest 10 percent had earnings of less than $53,570, while the highest 10 percent earned more than $140,500.

      In March 2009, the average annual salary in the Federal Government was $107,051 for mathematicians; $107,015 for mathematical statisticians; and $101,645 for cryptanalysts.

      Although mathematics is a highly competitive field, according to Bls.gov., thanks to advancements in technology, employment of mathematicians is expected to increase by 22 percent during the 2008–18 decade. This is much faster than average for all occupations.

      To earn a degree in mathematics, look no further than traditional colleges, universities, or technical colleges. Most colleges offer undergraduate and graduate mathematics degrees. Many offer Ph.D. programs in mathematics as well. When choosing a mathematics program, just make sure the school is accredited by an agency that’s recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. These include, but are not limited to:

      -Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
      -Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
      -The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
      -The Distance Education and Training Council (DETC)
      -Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
      -New England Association of Schools and Colleges
      -North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
      -Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
      -Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
      -Western Association of Schools and Colleges

      For a complete list of recognized accrediting agencies, please visit the U.S. Department of Education website at ED.gov.

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      Self-Publishers Selling Books On Their Own Terms

      March 2, 2011 /

      KINDLE

      If you’re a serious writer, chances are you’ve collected more rejection letters than your file cabinets can hold. There’s also a good chance that you’ve wondered if you’re any good and if you should just give up and, *gulp* get a “real” job. Well the answer is no. The world of book publishing has been a’ changin’ for more than a decade now, and thanks to the Interent and ereaders such as Kindle and The Nook, anyone with a story to tell can tell it, and in many cases, sell it.

      Such is the case with one talented 26-year old writer named Amanda Hocking. Hocking writes stories for young adults that fuse the paranormal with romance and suspense. The Austin, Minnesota-based author sells her stories without the help of a traditional book publisher. After being rejected by publishers all over New York, Hocking decided to self-publish in ebook platforms only. That decision turned into gold. In December of 2010, Hocking sold 100,000 works. Over 10 months, she sold 900,000. So, at $3 per book/70% per sale for the Kindle store alone, it’s safe to say that Ms. Hocking is now a millionaire.

      According to the Atlantic’s Daily Dish,

      a publisher on the private Reading2.0 mailing list has said, to effect: there is no traditional publisher in the world right now that can offer Amanda Hocking terms that are better than what she’s currently getting, right now on the Kindle store, all on her own.

      Hocking will be featured in Elle Magazine’s April issue. In the meantime click here to watch the KTTC news story to learn more about Amanda’s journey or visit her blog.

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      Would You Relocate to Find a Job?

      March 1, 2011 /

      JOB AHEAD SIGN

      Before you decide to relocate to another state because you read somewhere that it’s the “best state to find a job,” it’s best to do your homework. This means, find out what types of jobs are actually available and why. You might be surprised by what you discover.

      The Huffington Post published an article today titled “The Top 11 States To find a Job,” but it turns out that many of the jobs are low-paying and mostly available in three main industries: agriculture, natural resource extraction, and federal government work.

      Gallup has published its latest Job Creation Index, providing a state-by-state comparison of which states predominately hired, fired, and stood pat in 2010. As the U.S. job market struggled, the highest-ranking states relied on one of three industries: agriculture, natural resource extraction, or federal government work.

      But not all jobs — or state economies — are created equal, and many of the states on Gallup’s list often create low-paying jobs. Arkansas, for example, ranks fifth best on Gallup’s Job Creation Index, but its median household income is a $39,392, good for second-worst in the country. Maryland, on the other hand, might rank lower on the index, but it has the third-highest median household income in the country.

      Gallup based its rankings on nearly 200,000 interviews conducted only with employed adults. Interviewees said whether their company was hiring, not changing in size or laying off workers. The Job Creation Index number represents that difference between “the percentage reporting an expansion and the percentage reporting a reduction in their workforces.”

      If you’re still interested in finding out what the states on the Gallup list have to offer, the 11 states below made the cut:

      11. Pennsylvania
      2010 Job Creation Index: 13
      Percent Hiring: 31.2
      Percent Letting Go: 18.8
      Unemployment Rate: 8.5% (Dec. 2010)
      GDP Per Capita: $39,578 (19/51)
      Median Household Income: $49,829 (26/51)

      10. Iowa
      2010 Job Creation Index: 13
      Percent Hiring: 29.9
      Percent Letting Go: 17.1
      Unemployment Rate: 6.1% (Dec. 2010)
      GDP Per Capita: $36,751 (28/51)
      Median Household Income: $50,422 (23/51)

      9. Oklahoma
      2010 Job Creation Index: 14
      Percent Hiring: 31.7
      Percent Letting Go: 18.0
      Unemployment Rate: 6.8% (Dec. 2010)
      GDP Per Capita: $35,268 (34/51)
      Median Household Income: $45,507 (40/51)

      8. Texas
      2010 Job Creation Index: 14
      Percent Hiring: 32.1
      Percent Letting Go: 18.1
      Unemployment Rate: 8.3% (Dec. 2010)
      GDP Per Capita: $36,484 (29/51)
      Median Household Income: $47,143 (35/51)

      7. Maryland
      2010 Job Creation Index: 15
      Percent Hiring: 34.3
      Percent Letting Go: 19.1
      Unemployment Rate: 7.4% (Dec. 2010)
      GDP Per Capita: $48,285 (5/51)
      Median Household Income: $65,183 (3/51)

      6. West Virginia
      2010 Job Creation Index: 15
      Percent Hiring: 32.5
      Percent Letting Go: 17.1
      Unemployment Rate: 9.7% (Dec. 2010)
      GDP Per Capita: $32,219 (45/51)
      Median Household Income: $40,627 (49/51)

      5. Arkansas
      2010 Job Creation Index: 17
      Percent Hiring: 32.5
      Percent Letting Go: 16.0
      Unemployment Rate: 7.9% (Dec. 2010)
      GDP Per Capita: $31,946 (46/51)
      Median Household Income: $39,392 (50/51)

      4. Alaska
      2010 Job Creation Index: 19
      Percent Hiring: 35.1
      Percent Letting Go: 15.8
      Unemployment Rate: 7.9% (Dec. 2010)
      GDP Per Capita: $42,603 (10/51)
      Median Household Income: $63,505 (5/51)

      3. South Dakota
      2010 Job Creation Index: 21
      Percent Hiring: 29.9
      Percent Letting Go: 8.9
      Unemployment Rate: 4.7% (Dec. 2010)
      GDP Per Capita: $36,935 (26/51)
      Median Household Income: $48,416 (29/51)

      2. Washington D.C.
      2010 Job Creation Index: 21
      Percent Hiring: 29.9
      Percent Letting Go: 8.9
      Unemployment Rate: 4.7% (Dec. 2010)
      GDP Per Capita: $36,935 (26/51)
      Median Household Income: $48,416 (29/51)

      1. South Dakota
      2010 Job Creation Index: 29
      Percent Hiring: 37.6
      Percent Letting Go: 8.2
      Unemployment Rate: 3.8% (Dec. 2010)
      GDP Per Capita: $39,530 (20/51)
      Median Household Income: $49,450 (27/51)

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      Want to Get Past the First Interview? Cover the Tattoo!

      February 28, 2011 /

      TATTOOS

      Most employers in the corporate world would say, as long as our clients, customers, and colleagues can’t see them, tattoos are perfectly fine in the workplace. Still, a growing number of tattoo fans feel that body art won’t affect their chances of getting a job, whether they it be seen or not. Although tattoos are as mainstream as ever, unfortunately, they can be a detriment in the workplace. According to a recent msnbc.com report:

      Employment experts, like Pam Vizer from the Polaris Career Center in Middleburg Heights, say the growing popularity of tattoos doesn’t mean they are accepted in the workplace.  “If it’s distracting to the interviewer, then they’re not going to learn who you are and why you might be a good hire for them,” Vizer said.

      Vizer also urged all employees to be aware of company dress codes. “There are different grooming and dress codes — and grooming and dress codes are completely legal,” she said.

      In the end, whether it is a lifestyle choice or not, freedom of expression, or whatever the point is, in the conservative white collar world (and many professions in the blue collar world), you will be judged if you waltz into a job interview covered in tattoos, but even worse is, you probably won’t get the job.

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