February 18, 2011

Internet Your Way to a New Job

We talk to experts with advice to find a job, change careers, or move up the corporate ladder. One top expert has some surprising tips for job hunters; good to know in these tough times. Then, if you think white collar jobs are better than blue collar jobs, think again! Todays economy has changed the rules.

Episode Segments:

InfoTrak: Find a Job Using Social Networks Alison Doyle, job search expert and author of Internet Your Way To a New Job: How to Really Find a Job Online talked about the value of social networking websites like Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter in job searches. She outlined the smartest ways that job seekers can get started in professional networking and the most common mistakes they make. She also explained how to avoid potential scams or identity thieves.
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InfoTrak: The Growth of Blue Collar Jobs The Bureau of Labor Statistics has estimated that there will be more than twice as many blue collar job openings than those available for college graduates in the next few years. Joe Lamacchia, author of Blue Collar and Proud of It: The All-in-One Resource for Finding Freedom, Financial Success, and Security Outside the Cubicle believes that too many young people are automatically pushed into college, rather than choosing the career that they would most enjoy.
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InfoTrak: New Career at an Older Age Richard Johnson, PhD, Senior Fellow at the Urban Institute recently completed a study of Americans who change careers after age 50. He found that most take pay cuts and accept lesser health benefits, but are still happier in their new jobs. He explained why these workers decide to switch careers, and offered advice for older job hunters.
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