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One of the best ways to find job listings that match what you're looking for in your next role is to use niche career sites that focus on the industries and types of jobs that interest you. The Job Search Database includes links to hundreds of job sites organized by category. www.jobsearchdb.com

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Are you an editor with an accountability mindset looking to sharpen your investigative skills? @propublica.org's Investigative Editor Training Program is for YOU. Starting with a week in NYC, followed by monthly virtual sessions. Deadline: March 24 (This is how I landed my dream job!)

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Some 1,000 NPS employees were fired, and hiring for seasonal positions was delayed. Here's what to know about the impacts already being felt at parks, and what it could mean for the busy season.

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The challenge runs for 5 weeks on Tuesdays March 25-April 22, 2025

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Just heard from a friend who is a true hero veteran. His company was destroyed in 30 days by the VA when they canceled 5 contracts without notice. 23 Americans mostly veterans out of work and a veteran owned small business destroyed. For nothing. They're dismantling the VA not "reforming" it.

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Unemployment spikes in Washington, D.C., as Trump and Musk begin efforts to shrink the government Since President Donald Trump has taken office, nearly 4,000 workers in the city have filed for unemployment insurance. www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...

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The expectation that there will be fewer jobs out there 6 months in the future just surged to its highest level in over a decade

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Apple shareholders uphold diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) www.linkedin.com/feed/news/ap...

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There are free online courses you can take that will help you get the skills you need to enhance your resume and help you get hired. Also, some companies provide on-the-job training, while others will pay some or all of your college tuition. open.substack.com/pub/thejobho...

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Big Deal: The office of special counsel, the head of which Trump recently tried to fire before being blocked by a judge, has issued an opinion which suggests that many of the recent firings are unlawful. The details here matter. So def read the piece. www.govexec.com/workforce/20...

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The New York attorney general’s office announced that DoorDash will pay $16.8 million to workers for pocketing their tips. The money will be spread among as many as 63,000 workers, and though many will receive amounts in the low thousands, some will receive as much as $14,000.

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While I'm still employed for now by the USGS, it seems like the writing on the wall is clear -- I'm officially looking for a new position. I'm a data scientist with 5+ years of experience with #rstats and spatial data, plus experience with Python/Rust/JS, looking for Boston or remote positions.

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Are you a federal worker who has recently lost your job or are worried about losing it? Here’s a list of resources to help with the transition. thejobhopper.substack.com/p/special-ed...

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For @motherjones.com, I reported on how looming Medicaid cuts could deprive millions of disabled people of health insurance. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

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You don't need to visit every job board. Find the ones with the right jobs for you! Set alerts on 1-2 major job boards Then set alerts on 3-4 specialty or niche boards And don't forget to visit contract or recruitment sites! Use this list to set up your search: careersherpa.net/best-job-sea...

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If you're about to run out of unemployment benefits — or those benefits aren't enough to pay the bills — here's how to find help. open.substack.com/pub/thejobho...

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Some federal agencies have advised employees not to respond to Elon Musk’s email demanding federal workers list five accomplishments from the past week or risk losing their jobs. thehill.com/homenews/adm...

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don’t know who needs to hear this but empathy doesn’t require eagerness. you don’t have to be excited about helping other people, you do it because it’s right and because the alternatives are worse

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There are more scams than ever before, and many of today’s job scams may appear to originate from legitimate companies, reference real recruiters in the listing, and even include an interview process. open.substack.com/pub/thejobho...

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Do you need help job hunting or growing your career? We're here to offer our assistance. The Job Hopper offers career and workplace advice, job searching tips, interview advice, career tools, links to job training and apprenticeship programs, and news about the job market. thejobhopper.substack.com

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You have the power to make an impact in the lives you touch each day. Don’t miss it!

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Thanks to Jan Tegzen for discovering this new Google tool. Career Dreamer. Enter the job you last held plus identify things you did and skills you enjoyed using. See what ideas percolate! FREE https://buff.ly/3DbSs9U

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Have a question or topic we should cover in Teen Vogue's Work in Progress column? Drop me a line: [email protected] or Signal rstauff.20 Can protect your privacy! Here's a look at some of what we've tackled so far:

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CNN reports that federal employees across government agencies who received positive performance reviews within the last year have been fired, including employees who received a mark of “achieved excellence." www.cnn.com/2025/02/20/p...

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SPECIAL EDITION: Resources for Unemployed Federal Workers. Here's an updated list of resources for federal workers including transition support, unemployment, health benefits, resume writing, job searching, career guidance, avoid scams, and more. thejobhopper.substack.com/p/special-ed...

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Dog sleeping habits hold fascinating clues on how living with humans has shaped canine behaviour. Sleep in dogs appears to be determined by human lifestyle + situational factors. Left to their own devices, however, dogs may be more likely to assume the sleeping habits of their wild ancestors.

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As always after job loss/layoffs, when people are at their most vulnerable, there are scumbags out there that try to con them. So here's the 411 on recruitment services if you're a candidate.

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Don't try these resume hacks. Regardless of what you might read, they won't help you get hired. Instead, they could cost you an interview or a job offer. open.substack.com/pub/thejobho...

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VA reinstates some fired employees, but 36 senators push for rehiring all 1,000 back Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) said at least two former Veterans Crisis Line employees have told her office they are in the process of being rehired at the VA. federalnewsnetwork.com/veterans-aff...

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This is Zero. She's the world's first herding dog with a work-from-home gig. 14/10

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Moab’s federal employees have been hit hard by the Trump/Musk worker purge Sadness and disappointment grip US Forest Service employees who were fired. www.moabtimes.com/articles/moa...

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Tracking Your Job Search Activities- Here's how and why you should be doing more than mass-applying! https://buff.ly/2xdaLG3

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Candidate Experience Will Be in a Free Fall in 2025 For all the other candidates who don’t get hired, the ultimate outcome is a positive and fair experience. But they won't get it. Here's why.

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“Be an encourager. The world has plenty of critics already.” Dave Willis Spreading kindness is a great way to encourage others. 🧡 #kindness #love #support

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Well, this took off! Lots of replies focus on whether the jobs report will be honestly reported. A mini-thread on that. 1/

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Some things are out of your control, but there are plenty of things you can do after a layoff to shorten your job search. Focus on the factors you can affect, and you’ll be back on the payroll as soon as possible. thejobhopper.substack.com/p/how-to-get...

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If you’ve been directly impacted by the Trump purge of government workers or his Executive Orders, please DM me. I’d like to highlight your story and also see if there are folks in your community that can provide help, if you’re in need. We’ve got to take care of each other.

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Information for federal workers on applying for unemployment and securing health insurance benefits, as well as job-searching tips for returning to the civilian workforce. thejobhopper.substack.com/p/special-ed...

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Our blog post series on scam jobs made the job board people who make money posting fake jobs mad and job seekers feel seen. I think we're doing something right...

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May I suggest something radical? Have mercy on people. Even on here. What’s happening is unprecedented, so politicians, journalists, public servants etc are doing their best to adjust. Not doing exactly what you think they should doesn’t mean they’re giving up or giving in.

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It’s not just me. #metaLayoffs From Business Insider: Meta’s “Low Performers” are fighting back on LinkedIn #solidarity archive.is/202502180925...

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If you're one of the thousands of federal workers who’ve recently lost their jobs, we've assembled some helpful resources for where to get help. open.substack.com/pub/thejobho...

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Brian Gibbs had no clue Friday would be his last day at his dream job. The education technician park ranger at Effigy Mounds National Monument in Iowa reported to work, only to be terminated on despite receiving an exceptional performance evaluation in the fall.

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