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Applying Yourself - A monthly newsletter from SnagAJob.com
  February 2009
Sponsored by: Orscheln Farms
 

LayoffsCould you lose your job?  Here's how to prepare

Whether your company has already announced layoffs or you've just heard rumors through the grapevine, it's hard not to freak out when you're worried about losing your job.

Hiring expert Maureen Lafferty, project leader for volume hiring at L.L. Bean, has some advice that will help you prepare for job loss and feel more in control of what's happening to you and around you. Start by getting out a pen and paper.

  1. List your skills- Think hard about everything you've learned at your current job and include transferable skills; these are skills that could apply to a range of jobs, such as communication skills, problem-solving skills and organization.
  2. Write down your job targets- Make a list of all the companies in your area that offer jobs you might be qualified for.
  3. List your connections- Who do you know at your target companies?
Find more tips here.
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Orscheln Farm and Home




Join the friendly team at Orscheln Farm and Home

America's families know they can count on Orscheln for all the necessities -- and the fun parts -- of farm life. Orscheln offers products in the categories of farm, animal health, livestock & pet feeds, pet supplies, lawn & garden, hardware, plumbing, electrical, work & western clothing, automotive & tires, and, in select locations, sporting goods. With more that 150 stores in the Midwest (and more opening all the time), Orscheln is looking for good employees who share our love of the retail side of rural life. Orscheln strives to provide promotional opportunities, effective leadership, competitive pay and attractive benefits for those who become a part of the organization. Our greatest strength is our people... that's why we want you on our team!

Apply now to work at an Orscheln Farm and Home store near you!

Get hired when you're "overqualified"Resume

Your resume shows ten years of experience. Your SnagAJob.com profile is updated with all the details of your work history. You have great references. So why can't you get hired?

It's possible employers think you're overqualified for the hourly jobs you're applying for, even if you really, really want the job. So here's the first step you can take: tone it down a little. "The key is completing an application that does not overwhelm and that is carefully focused on the specifics of the company and position," says Dr. Randall S. Hansen, founder of Quintessential Careers.

Learn more about how not to be labeled "overqualified" here.

Continuing Education

How much more could you earn with a degree?

If you want to make an extra million, you could rub a lamp and wish for it. (If you have any luck, could we borrow that lamp for a sec?)  Or you could go back to school!

The more education you have, the more money you can make.  Having a bachelor's degree could earn you an additional $1 million over your lifetime. Don't believe us? Check out the numbers for yourself.

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