One of this week's top stories in the world of work was definitely a feel-good way to start the year: it was the story of Ted Williams, a homeless man in Ohio who, when a video interview showcasing his vocal talents went viral, landed a plum job offer from the Cleveland Cavaliers (among other employers) and instant Internet celebrity.
That was a great story to start the year with, and today's unemployment numbers were another reason to smile--the unemployment rate fell from 9.8 percent to 9.4 percent. Things are moving in the right direction, but we still have a long way to go.
All in all, workers are feeling optimistic about 2011, according to numerous Monster+HotJobs polls, and that makes us smile.
And now here are some of our favorite career-advice articles from this week, just in case you missed them:
5. A new year is a great time for fresh starts. Check out the tips in "A Fresh Start for Your Career."
4. Two top career counselors offer career-switching advice for people at different stages in life, and at different stages in a career, in "Choose Your New Career."
3. Looking for a change in your day-to-day routine, but don't want to leave the company you're working at now? Check out the tips in "8 Steps to Changing Jobs with a Current Employer."
2. If you're currently unemployed but are resolving to find a job this year, read "New Year's Resolutions for the Jobless."
1. Are you thinking about pulling a Ted Williams and adding a video to your job-search arsenal? Check out Career Rocketeer's great collection of tips on incorporating visuals into a job search.
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Happy New Year to all of you! I am sure that the jobmarket in 2011 will pick up nicely.
Posted by: Schulze, Thomas | Jan 10, 2011 9:37:26 AM
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