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Korean American Unemployment at a 34-Year High

Yong-il Sin

The number of unemployed Asian Americans, including Korean Americans, has shown a rapid increase in the last months. Nationwide, 72,000 Asian Americans were unemployed last month, bringing their current reported unemployment rate to 4.8

What Everyone Should Know About Posting Resumes Online

Peter Whitehead

Posting your resume online is now a standard approach to applying for jobs. However, a recent controlled experiment revealed just how many people are exposing themselves to the risk of identity theft when submitting their resumes online

Korean American Unemployment at a 34-Year High

Yong-il Sin

The number of unemployed Asian Americans, including Korean Americans, has shown a rapid increase in the last months. Nationwide, 72,000 Asian Americans were unemployed last month, bringing their current reported unemployment rate to 4.8 percent

Top Ten Careers of 2009

Jackie B

With an economy on the rocks, the demand for certain professions has gone down. While it is possible that some may make their appearance again on the radar, it is also possible that they have met their last days. So the real question becomes: What are the jobs of the future?

Creating the Next Chapter in Your Career in Uncertain Times

Michele Rhoten

With the daily deluge of bad news that we are all experiencing lately, it would be hard not to buy into it. Unfortunately, this is the very time when you most need to be confident about your capabilities and their value to your company

Ready for Our Close-Up

Stephen Chan

The times are-a-changin'. Whether it be big-budget Hollywood productions, theater, television shows, or commercials, the Asian American presence is more frequent than ever

"No One Invited You Into This Business...

Stephanie Chen

...You invited yourself," read the opening screen of Long Story Short, a documentary by actress Jodi Long. But she didn't need an invite -- it was in her blood

Visiting China? Do not leave without seeing these five locations!

William Peebles

Suddenly the world is aware of China in a way that it’s never quite been before. Firmly making its mark with the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the great economic contender of the East is catching the eyes of an ever curious western audience, who are finding it harder and harder to overlook its great monetary and cultural triumphs

Mahatma Gandhi Street Naming Proposal

News Release

The Gandhi Monument Council made up of interfaith clergy has approached mayors of 185 of world's important cities spread in 39 countries to name one of the major streets of their respective cities after peace icon Mahatma Gandhi

What to Do Before You Walk Into the Executive Interview Room

Allen Voivod

Each year, millions of people go job hunting. And each year, millions of people fail to land those jobs. The sad thing about the entire situation is that most of the people who "lost out" didn't have to

On the Passing of William H. (Mo) Marumoto

Niwa Public Relations

William H. (Mo) Marumoto suddenly passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, of a massive heart attack. He was an icon and a selfless man known to thousands for his generosity and compassion

High-End Boutiques Raise Gentrification Threat in NY Chinatown

Helena Fang

In a September NY Times article horrifically titled, General Tso’s Shopping Spree, Faith Hope Consolo, the chairman of retail leasing and sales for Prudential Douglas Elliman calls Chinatown the “last frontier"

Paralegal Duties - The Job Description

Scott Salter

With the economy in turmoil, even lawyers are finding it harder to find and keep their jobs. With more and more firms relying more extensively on their paralegals to cut costs, paralegal work might be worth considering

Asian MBAs Will Soon Find a Home to Call Their Own

Jae Chung

The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) and The National Black MBA Association (Black MBA) have faithfully served their constituencies for 20 and 30 years, respectively. Considering how Asian Americans disproportionately outnumber all other ethnic minorities in terms of MBA attainment, it is bewildering to consider how our interests have been ignored for so long--until now

Remembering Our Fallen Asian Brothers

Stephen Chan

For those of us who wake up safely every morning, pursuing our life goals or just getting by, it is easy to forget that the some of the bills, policies, and laws signed with pens in Washington have to be carried out with bullets overseas

All About Freelance Blogging Jobs

Brian Scott

Blogging is a fast-growing field that offers plenty of freelance opportunities. Whether you want to get into it full-time or simply as a side job, here are a few tips on how to get started

Asian American Voter Turnout High on Election Day, But Many Face Problems at Polls

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Asian Americans turned out to vote in record numbers on Nov. 4, but many encountered barriers at polling places, ranging from inadequate language assistance, improper requests for identification, and missing names on voter rolls

Been Laid Off? Now What?

Lou Clark

In this economy, chances are you know someone who has been laid off as organizations downsize, close down or reorganize. It can be tough out there, but following these basic steps will help in shedding some light into the difficult decision of making that next step

Dialogue as Antidote: A Review of The Color of Fear Documentary

Rihoko Ueno

How do you even begin to talk about an incendiary issue like racism?

Celebrations of Diwali in India

Jagat Joshi

In the midst of today's busy lifestyle, Diwali gives an opportunity to pause and be grateful for what we have, to make special memories with family and friends, to laugh and enjoy what life offers us