CareerWORKS

This week's podcast features special guest, Micha Hagans, a Workforce Development Program Manager with Frederick County Workforce Services. We're talking about how to prepare for a Virtual Job Fair and maximize the opportunity for a successful outcome. 

Check out the audio version of WORKFORCE WIRE to hear about current job openings in Frederick County, MD!

Let's continue the freelance conversation by reviewing the advantages and disadvantages of becoming a freelancer.

In the 4th episode of Season 3, we covered the impact of adult learning on the workplace. In this week's episode, we take a deeper dive by reviewing 4 popular e-learning platforms: Udemy, Coursera, Skillshare, and LinkedIn Learning - with the primary focus being premium or paid subscription plans. As the value of skills upgrades take hold and the economy begins to stabilize, it's a great time to consider which e-learning platform could be a good fit for you!

In this week's episode, we'll focus on five growing industries and what impact they will have on the workforce. We'll also explore entry-level to mid-level job roles within these industries and highlight the skills you may need if you are thinking about transitioning into one of these industries.

In this last episode of 2020, we'll take a look at the best times to conduct a job search throughout the year and the best job search strategies for those times. Additionally, we'll consider some exceptions to these job search cycles to help you prepare for your job search in the upcoming year. 

In this episode, we'll review the benefits and challenges of using the 5 most popular social media platforms in your job search.

In the latest episode of the Career WORKS podcast, we share 5 reasons why you should have a personal website if you're in the job market!

Welcome back to the CareerWORKS podcast! In this episode, we discuss 6 strategies to improve your online job search. Learn more at www.FrederickWORKS.com/blog. 

Welcome to our new CareerWORKS podcast series! In this week's episode, we'll cover 5 things you should consider before you connect with a staffing agency or work with a recruiter. 

Have you ever applied for a job, only to be told the next day that it’s already filled or has been canceled? Are you wondering what this could mean? Could it have been a fake job listing? Tune in to this week's episode to find out. 

With so many people searching for employment opportunities online these days, we thought it might be helpful to provide some quick tips for building your online brand to help you find a job. 

This week's question: I’ve been out of work for two years. I was trained to do something that no one wants done now. I’m over 60, and employers don’t seem to want to hire someone my age. I’m ready to give up. What do I do?

This week's question: I’m working on my LinkedIn profile. I have just my job title for my headline; is that okay?

This week's question: I applied for a job and I have a video interview scheduled with the company. Help! I've never done one before. 

This week's question: Someone recommended that I write a source resume. They said it’s like a brainstorm or a reference document, but I shouldn’t send it to an employer. This sounds like a lot of work for nothing. Why should I write a resume that isn’t going anywhere?

This week's question: I'm thinking about looking for a new job in 2020. What are the latest trends in hiring for the near-term future? 

This week's question: I’m 55 years old, and I’ve had a tough time getting a job. I have good skills; I have a degree; I apply only for jobs I’m qualified for. Do you think employers are discriminating against me because of my age?

This week's question: I need to get a job as soon as possible. How long should I expect it to take? And how can I speed up the process?

This week's question: Why do so many secretarial jobs now require you to have a college degree? What college course teaches you how to answer the phone and type, organize an office, prepare travel and expense reports, etc.? Isn't this just a way of saying they want a young person?

This week's question: I just had a GREAT interview at a company I'd like to work for and they made me an offer, but they can't match my salary requirements. Their offer is fairly close to what I know I deserve, but not close enough to make the decision easy. What do you recommend?

This week's question: I've survived another round of layoffs at my company, but I'm not sure I'll still be here after the next one. Is there anything I can do now to prepare?

This week's question: I just lost my job. Without an income, how will I be able to celebrate Christmas with my family?

This week's question: It's December, and everyone says that companies don't hire around the holidays. Should I keep looking, or should I just wait until January?