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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

Why Social Networking Has Never Been More Relevant For Job Hunters

Jeff Tomlin

Now, more than ever, job hunters need to be resourceful in their efforts to secure gainful employment, and few resources of late have proven to be more useful than social and professional networking sites

Writing a Winning Cover Letter

Jason Kay

Your resume may be the only chance you have to be considered for a position. This is why it is critical for you to make the most out of those few minutes that an HR personnel spends reviewing your resume by reinforcing your qualification for the position. Having a winning cover letter is one way to do just that

OPINION: Divide and Conquer (and Measure Too)

Ramon Gil

One Asian American examines the fundamental pitfalls present in our collective desire to increase our visibility in the American consciousness

Who Cares About the Asian American Vote?

Press Release

A comprehensive new survey shows Asian Americans could play a key role in deciding the outcome of the presidential election

Temporary Recruiting; Useful for Both Employer and Employee

Thomas Pretty

There are many businesses out there that utilize the skills of short-term and temporary workers. This can be for a matter of weeks or even up to half a year, but no matter what the position and the duration, the use of recruiting services to find temporary workers is advantageous and widespread.

How to Handle the First Month of Your New Job

Tony Jacowski

It is a trial period for a new employee and the long-term success on this new job depends on how the first few weeks or even the first month goes. So, it is important that you be well-informed prior to starting your new job

From Pizza Delivery Guy to Magazine Publisher

Jennifer L. Johnson-Nam

John Jarasa is not what most people think of when they hear the term model minority. On the path to becoming a founder and editor of Heavy Hitters magazine, Jarasa has failed high school English, accumulated hundreds of dollars in speeding tickets, and meandered through a list of occupations too numerous to name

The Basics of an Effective Resume Career Profile

Jeff Tomlin

In today's hyper-competitive job market, it should serve us well to do whatever it takes to stand out from the crowd. A well-written “career profile” in your résumé can help you do just that

Tips for Turning That Internship into a Full-Time Job

Tony Jacowski

Many organizations look at the internship as a two-month interviewing process. Therefore, interning is one of the best ways to secure full-time employment, whether you are a student or in the process of switching careers

How to Impress Headhunters

Jason Kay

One of the best resources in your quest for a new job is a professional recruiter, also known in the industry as a headhunter. If you stick with these tips, you'll surely place yourself head and shoulders above the competition

Understanding Chinese Business Culture and Etiquette

Ken Zhong

The Chinese economy has certainly picked up since its earlier days, however, China will always have her own unique business culture and etiquette, given her unique history and background

How to Keep Your Office Desk Clean

Keith Baxter

With these seven handy tips, you can be assured that your work desk is kept clean and hygienic

How to Describe Your Strengths During a Job Interview

Jason Kay

"Describe your strengths" is one of the questions that you know you'll be asked in a job interview. At first blush, it sounds like an easy question. But because it's such a broad topic, it can actually be quite difficult to answer well

The Objective of a Resume Objective

Mario Churchill

Do you know the difference between an ‘employment objective’ and a ‘career objective’? And when to use which?

Can Diversity Programs Be an Economic Two-Way Street?

NAMC Newswire

Companies generally are unaware of the business potential of their diversity programs, regarding them entirely as cost centers when in reality they can serve as important cornerstones for diversity-based profit centers

How to Write a Job Transfer Request

Michael Lee

Your spouse just got a job and he/she needs to relocate to another part of the country. Fortunately, your company has an office there. Now, all you need to do is to know how to write a job transfer request

Stand by Your Name

Rihoko Ueno

Are you an Asian with an American first name? Or, an American first name with an Asian middle name? Or, by some saving grace of god, an Asian name that just so happened to phonetically translate into an American one? The list goes on… But have you ever put much thought into the deeper meaning of this phenomenon?