2009-11-21T08:51:43Z No Author Copyright 2009, No Author SPHPBLOG article written by the folks at CareerBuilder.com that examines what a career coach does and whether they would be an effective tool to help you get from here to your new job.

On another note, the U.S. Census Bureau is starting another round of testing for positions that will be involved in gathering and processing data for the 2010 census. Information on how to get a job with the Census Bureau is available at http://2010censusjobs.gov. Their website even contains a practice test that can help you to prepare for the real thing.
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Sponsored by the Library Foundation, the Job Shop offers free employment and career resources, free computer classes to improve job skills, books and other reference materials to help with writing resumes, interviewing and choosing a new career, free internet access, computers and space to work, as well as helpful, knowledgeable staff.

Among the highlights of the Job Shop:
-hundreds of up-to-date books on career options, company information, interview skills, resume writing, test preparation, and other job and career search topics
-computers just for job seekers with access to research databases, resume templates, and internet job search sites
-trained staff to help with online job searches and other job information
-computer classes and online tutorials
-free Wi-Fi internet access
-access to fax machine and copier

Can’t make it to the Main Library? Job Shop online, www.lfpl.org/jobshop, offers job and career information like “Teach Yourself” computer classes, career databases, a job news blog, and resume writing help 24 hours a day.

The Job Shop is free and open to the public at the Main Library, Monday through Thursday, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 2 - 5 p.m. For more information call (502) 574-1723, email www.lfpl.org/ask-lib.htm, or visit the Main Library, 301 York Street, during operating hours.]]> http://www.lfpl.org/jobshop/index.php?entry=entry091105-091717 2009-11-05T00:00:00Z 2009-11-05T00:00:00Z branch locations are open. They offer Internet for job searching, Microsoft Office to create resumes and they are able to circulate materials. The staff at these locations would be happy to assist you with all your job searching needs.

Additional updates on the Job Shop will be made available here as soon as possible.

Donations to the Flood Relief Fund can be sent to the Library Foundation, 301 York Street, Louisville, KY 40203 Attn: Flood Relief
]]> http://www.lfpl.org/jobshop/index.php?entry=entry090818-120956 2009-08-18T00:00:00Z 2009-08-18T00:00:00Z LinkUp. LinkUp is a website with over 22,000 job postings from company websites around the country. Many job websites, such as Monster.com or LouisvilleWorks.com, require you to register with the site in order to apply for a posted job. LinkUp simply posts the job listing and links you to the application on the company website. You can create an account with LinkUp to access some of the more advanced features but it is not necessary. So if you're searching for jobs and want to go straight to the application process, give LinkUp a try.

Also, check out the next workshop in our Monday Night Series for job seekers, "Effective Interview Techniques and Job Hunting Strategies", presented by Terry Kiblioski of Sullivan College on August 3 at 6 PM. The Monday Night Series provides workshops and seminars lead by representatives of business organizations and other business leaders in our community. Their presentations will help job seekers search for jobs, create resumes, prepare for an interview and more. The series will run through the end of October, every Monday from 6-7 PM in the Job Shop.

Remember, if you found a job through the Job Shop we would love to hear about it. Fill out a comment card in the Job Shop or give us a call at 574-1723. ]]> http://www.lfpl.org/jobshop/index.php?entry=entry090801-161544 2009-08-01T00:00:00Z 2009-08-01T00:00:00Z 43 Weird Things Said In Job Interviews. Some of the answers given were very funny, but we all know that a job interview is no joke. It is easy to get caught off guard if you aren’t prepared and then just say the first thing that pops into your mind. And that’s not always the best response. Some of the questions you can expect like “Tell me about your last job?” But others can present a real challenge if you haven’t thought out an answer ahead of time. For example, what’s the correct answer when they ask you about your greatest weakness? And why do they want to know about your hobbies outside of work?

So how do you ace an interview? You prepare! And a little preparation can go a long way. The Job Shop can help!

The Job Shop staff can help you research the company you are interviewing with so you are well informed and knowledgeable about what they do. This can really help when they ask you what you know about their company. We have many books on how to answer those tough interview questions you didn’t see coming. You can also finds lots of tips about interviewing in our links section to the right. And don't forget to check out the classes we offer, including the Monday Night Series. For more information about how the Job Shop can help you prepare stop in the Job Shop or call us at 574-1723.
]]> http://www.lfpl.org/jobshop/index.php?entry=entry090725-094540 2009-07-25T00:00:00Z 2009-07-25T00:00:00Z FastForward Kentucky Videos On Demand Anyone who lives in Kentucky has free access to the information on this great site. The site is broken into 4 main categories: GED Connection, Pre-GED Connection, Workplace Essentials Skills, and TV411 which has information on practical reading and writing in everyday life. If you are job hunting, or even if you already have a job, the Workplace Essentials section has some great videos on interviewing, applying for jobs, how to communicate in a work environment, etc. The videos run about 26 minutes each. They are high quality and have a lot of useful information.

Also, we just had the first workshop in our Monday Night Series for job seekers in the Job Shop. Susan Woods from the Talis Group spoke about Effective Resume Construction. We received really good feedback from those that attended. Next Monday, July 27th, Melissa Payton from Baptist East Hospital’s Human Resources Department will come and speak on Interviewing Tips & Techniques. The Monday Night Series for job seekers will continue through the end of October. Every Monday evening from 6-7, a speaker will address different issues of interest to Job Seekers. These workshops are free and no registration is required. If you are in the job market you will want to hear what these professionals have to say. For more information call the Job Shop at 574-1723.
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Also, there have been a couple of interesting articles this past week for job seekers. CNN had an article about how people who are getting laid off are finding new careers that they always wanted to try and having great success. If you've been considering a new career check out last weeks post on Career Exploration. And a little closer to home, Business First had an article Friday about Sykes Enterprises bringing 500 jobs to Bardstown. ]]> http://www.lfpl.org/jobshop/index.php?entry=entry090713-114234 2009-07-13T00:00:00Z 2009-07-13T00:00:00Z
Careeronestop has a Career Exploration section that will help you determine which career is the right choice for you. It can assist you with assessment tests, help you explore career options and then tell you what you need to do to gain the skills needed for that career. It takes a little time, but it is worth it and can help you find a position that is enjoyable and rewarding. ]]> http://www.lfpl.org/jobshop/index.php?entry=entry090706-121336 2009-07-06T00:00:00Z 2009-07-06T00:00:00Z Jobs At Census page. Or you can apply by going to USAJobs and searching for Census and Jeffersonville as keywords. ]]> http://www.lfpl.org/jobshop/index.php?entry=entry090629-141457 2009-06-29T00:00:00Z 2009-06-29T00:00:00Z
The Job Shop is also available to help you outside of our regular hours through our Web site. On this web site, we have gathered together some of the best information on jobs and careers available on the Internet. You will find everything from help writing a resume to the information you need to negotiate a fair salary. Please take some time to look around.

We wanted to take a quick moment to point out the links on the right side of the page and mention a couple of our favorites: Careeronestop and Kentuckiana Occupational Outlook . Careeronestop , from the U.S. Dept. of Labor, provides job seekers with information and assistance on topics including resume writing, job markets, unemployment, education and retraining, salaries and benefits, and more. Kentuckiana Occupational Outlook is produced by Kentuckiana Works and is a picture of the employment outlook for the Louisville metropolitan area.

Both of these Web sites offer lots of good, quality information. If you are looking for a job or thinking about changing careers, then both sites will prove helpful.
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