I recently talked to hired Snagajob member, Kim, who is working as a cake decorator for Dairy Queen in Virginia. We first wanted to hear about her Snagajob experience and how we were able to help her find a job. But, we also found out about all the steps she took to reach the position [...]
Some people get seasonal jobs to add a little more holiday cheer to their bank account, but many look at holiday jobs as a means to an end. If you find yourself in the second group this holiday season, you've got a competitive road ahead. Many companies only keep on around 10-percent of their seasonal [...]
Each of us is working for a dream. The one that keeps you going; the thing you think about when it feels like you can’t take another minute of your job. Big or small, those dreams keep us getting up and going to work on the days when going back to bed seems way more [...]
Oh snap! A manager position just opened up where you work. You're going to apply for the job first thing in the morning, and you just know you're going to get it. You'll make tons of money, have a cushy job and never have to clean the toilets again. This is gonna be great! Or [...]
Interviewing for a position in management is much different from entry-level job interviews. Instead of asking you about your skills, the hiring manager will address a number of different competencies. This helps the hiring manager understand how you'll think and act in tough management situations. We've identified five management competencies you have to demonstrate in [...]
Best Buy's CEO started on the sales floor. The former CEO of Harley Davidson started as a freight elevator operator for the company. Your next hourly job could be the springboard to big things, like a store management job or even a position at your company's corporate headquarters. These seven companies offer opportunities to start at the [...]
Regardless of why you have decided to leave your current position, you need to approach this situation very carefully. You do not want to burn your bridges with an employer - you never know who they know or when you might need a good word from them to help you land your next job. Here are [...]