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WE’VE MOVED!

lendahandfirst — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 22:12:56 +0000

We are still here to help! Just at a different blog. Please visit our new blog at http://blog.firstffcu.com

Thank you all for visiting!

How to Find a Job in 2011

lendahandfirst — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 16:22:12 +0000

Keppie Careers suggests, to find a job in 2011, pay attention to emotional intelligence.

Be the person who is willing to go the extra mile!

Learn more here.

Volunteer and Find a Job in 2011

lendahandfirst — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 14:02:01 +0000

Unemployed and need help finding a job in 2011? We found an article from dailynews.com that encourages people to volunteer to find a job.

“It’s a great way for an employer to assess your skills and motivations. It also opens up networking opportunities as well, since you’ll be able to communicate with all sorts of individuals.”

Read the full article.

Job creation? Look to Entrepreneurs

lendahandfirst — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 20:55:50 +0000

CNN.com ran an article on looking to Entrepreneurs for job creation.

“…the hard work of putting America back to work will be done by entrepreneurs, not the leaders of the biggest companies in the nation and the heads of big unions.”

Read the article here.

Good Jobs That Do Not Require Strong Math Skills

lendahandfirst — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 15:00:24 +0000

We came across this article on good jobs that do not require strong math skills and thought you may find it interesting.

What do you think of it?

Get Free Resume Help

lendahandfirst — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 21:08:57 +0000

Just writing a resume for the first time or need some help with an old one?
Resume-help.org is a good resource for getting free resume help. Why we like it: Along with tons of information, the site offers plenty of resume examples.

It’s also a good idea to consult a professional who can help you in person. The unemployment office in Neptune provides free resume help and other resources for finding a job.

Happy writing!

21 Things Hiring Managers Wish You Knew

lendahandfirst — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 15:28:54 +0000

1. Be honest
2. Pay attention to the small stuff
3. Ask questions
4. Write a thank you note right away

Read the full article at money.usnews.com

10 Reasons to Volunteer While Looking For a Job

lendahandfirst — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 20:20:24 +0000

10. To learn about a cause
9. To gain new perspective
8. To keep active
7. To maintain a sense of camaraderie
6. To try something new
5. To give your life a routine
4. To network
3. To learn new skills
2. To boost your confidence
1. To give back to your community

Read the full article.

Getting a Job with the Government

lendahandfirst — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 16:53:00 +0000

We found a seminar we thought you may be interested in if you are interested in a job with the government.

Government 101: How to Get Your Foot in the Door Doing Business With The Government
Lakewood Municipal Building
Thursday, November 18th

Please visit the Asbury Park Press’s Event Calendar for more information on this seminar.

NJ State Unemployment Benefits – A step by step process

lendahandfirst — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 12:44:13 +0000

Do you know how to claim your unemployment benefits and how they work?

Hubpages published an article which features:
How to get your check
What to do before you file for your benefits
How NJ state benefits work
What you need to provide to the benefits office, and more.

Read the full article here.