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Don’t Miss the Bricks + Mobile Conference

Don’t Miss the Bricks + Mobile Conference
Remodista is holding its 3rd annual Bricks + Mobile conference in Chicago, April 18th from 1pm-6pm. This popular event attracts some of the most progressive companies and influential leaders in the mobile space in the country. The brain child of Kelly Stickel, Founder of Remodista, it is the premiere event in this space, for everything... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
April 8, 2012 at 12:15 pm
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Movie Stars: The Ultimate Job Seekers

Movie Stars: The Ultimate Job Seekers
Many of you are struggling to find a job that you are trained for and have experience in.  Others are seeking work in a new career, trying to repackage themselves in the hopes of starting over.  As I have said many times, a career is something that is never a straight-line path.  There are many... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
March 27, 2012 at 2:36 pm
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Stepping Up Your Job Search

Stepping Up Your Job Search
With unemployment at a stubborn 9.4% in Illinois, the quest for a new job is still a challenge for most.  The U.S.unemployment rate is at 8.3%; considerably lower, but still not an acceptable number for most Americans.  This economy is poised for a slow recovery, with the number of jobs lagging behind corporate profits. Many... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
March 21, 2012 at 3:33 pm
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The History of St. Patrick’s Day: Chicago Celebrates

The History of St. Patrick’s Day: Chicago Celebrates
St. Patrick’s Day is an important holiday in towns like Chicago, New York, Boston and Philadelphia, where there is a concentration of people of Irish-descent.  It’s mandatory to celebrate the day and days leading to it by wearing green, eating a corned beef sandwich at the local tavern, drinking a few stouts and marching in... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
March 16, 2012 at 9:44 am
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Good-Bye Blagojevich: Another Illinois Governor Heads to Prison

Good-Bye Blagojevich: Another Illinois Governor Heads to Prison
As convicted former Governor Rod Blagojevich was boarding his flight this morning to report at the Denver prison, I felt a moment of sorrow.  This is not because of my empathy toward him being away from his wife Patti and his two daughters, though I did feel sorry for his children, but rather a gut-wrenching... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
March 15, 2012 at 9:49 am
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Super Tuesday Republican Election Primary- It’s All About Jobs!

Super Tuesday Republican Election Primary- It’s All About Jobs!
Writing about my political opinion on a business blog about employment is risky, at best.  I’ve learned to steer away from taking a public stance on who should run the government and what public policies are the best for our country. This was after the 99-er’s started a full-fledged hate campaign after I questioned whether... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
March 6, 2012 at 10:08 am
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Finding the Hidden Jobs on Social Media-JobsMiner

Finding the Hidden Jobs on Social Media-JobsMiner
I just discovered a site that will aide your job search efforts by enormous proportions!  A common problem in looking for a job position, is finding what is available ahead of the curve before others do and the recruiter is inundated with resumes!  Social media is becoming a primary source for recruiting for many companies. ... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
March 2, 2012 at 12:57 pm
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The Facts on Social Media Recruiting

The Facts on Social Media Recruiting
  Social media sites lead the way in finding jobs. Social media and referrals top all other categories for Increased Investment. Almost 2/3 of employers have now made successful hires through social networks, and a majority of companies plan to invest more in social recruiting in the coming year. Here are some facts presented by... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
February 16, 2012 at 4:24 pm
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Tips for Using Social Media in Your Job Search

Tips for Using Social Media in Your Job Search
Social media is where its at when you are looking for a job. Companies look to these sites for information on potential job candidates, in addition to promoting their own companies. For this reason, it is important that you make sure you have a professional presence on these sites, so you don’t get overlooked for... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
February 14, 2012 at 4:41 pm
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Social Media Libelous Comments: Can You Stop It?

Social Media Libelous Comments: Can You Stop It?
Linkedin can be one of the most effective methods of connecting with people in your profession.  It is in my opinion the best business networking site in social media.  It has been helpful to me in meeting new people to conduct business with.  The LinkedIn groups are numerous with every subject matter imaginable available. I... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
January 31, 2012 at 9:41 am
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