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JobSiteAdvisor.com Launches - UK’s First Free Buyers Guide to Online Recruiting
London, Site Advisor Ltd announces the launch of JobSiteAdvisor.com a Free to use comparison web site for employers and recruiters looking to use online Job Sites to help solve recruiting challenges. - November 25, 2009 - SiteAdvisor
VACO Raleigh Ranked on Triangle Business Journal’s Fast 50 List
David R. Rhode, managing partner of Vaco Raleigh, LLC (www.vaco.com), an executive placement and consulting firm, has announced that the firm has been ranked on Triangle Business Journal’s 2009 Fast 50 Award list. This is the third consecutive year that the firm has made the list. Evaluated... - November 25, 2009 - VACO Raleigh
Company’s Technology Makes Applying for Colorado LEAP Simple and Fast. Littleton-Based Firm Provides Service Free for All Colorado Residents.
Colorado residents can now start the LEAP application process online. The service is provided free of charge by Littleton, Colorado software company, Efficient Forms. - November 23, 2009 - Efficient Forms
Green Collar Association Sets Out the Green Workforce Preparedness Initiative
Environmental clearinghouse, Green Collar Association deploys an initiative to fortify North America's spot in the worldwide green market. - November 23, 2009 - Green Collar Association
Need for Gigs Increases as California Unemployment Rates Climb
The government released Friday a report showing California unemployment rates increasing from last month. GigAlert.com CEO Doug Macklem responds. GigAlert.com is a free gig board serving businesses and the underemployed. - November 22, 2009 - GigAlert.com
Use Short Term Opportunities to Find Long Term Employment
A noted employment advisor offers tips on how to be prepared for a job change. - November 22, 2009 - Oklahoma Professional Search
Powerchex Condemns the Practice of Illegal Data Sharing
Unauthorised personal data is sold over the internet to the highest bidder. - November 22, 2009 - Powerchex
Care2Learn’s CDC-Compliant H1N1 Planning and Response Course Provides On-Demand Training
Care2Learn, Inc., the leader in online continuing education and training for post-acute healthcare providers, has launched an important course to help healthcare facilities meet CDC recommendations for H1N1 training. The new interactive online course educates healthcare professionals in outpatient settings and medical first responders on CDC-compliant action steps for managing an increased demand for services during a novel H1N1 influenza outbreak. - November 22, 2009 - Care2Learn.com
Authors Offer Hope in Tough Times
A new book, "The Power of the Platform: Speakers on Purpose," features messages of motivation and inspiration, as well as how-to information for business and life that is sure to help readers achieve their goals, find their purpose, and start living the life of their dreams. - November 21, 2009 - Brand Development Associates International Ltd
Partners Consulting's 15th Customer Satisfaction Survey Results
The Managed Services Division of Partners Consulting Services, Inc., a premier IT solutions and services provider, was recently awarded an overall score of 4.33 out of a possible five-point scale in their 15th annual customer satisfaction survey. This year’s customer satisfaction rating is... - November 20, 2009 - Partners Consulting Services, Inc.
PlanIT Search Expands ERP Solutions with Support from JD Edwards Software
PlanIT Search recently partnered with JD Edwards software to provide clients with an extensive range of ERP Solutions. With the ERP implementation and ERP customization services provided through PlanIT Search every company can improve the daily and long-term operations of their business. The... - November 20, 2009 - PlanIT Search
Vaco Raleigh Consultant Receives 2009 Outstanding Volunteer Service Award
David R. Rhode, managing partner of Vaco Raleigh, LLC (www.vaco.com), an executive placement and consulting firm, has announced that Peter Zierz, a consultant for Vaco, has received the 2009 Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service in North Carolina for his significant volunteer efforts and impact... - November 20, 2009 - VACO Raleigh
The Communication Revolution – Social Media & Recruitment
Social Media and Recruitment - Finding out more about the way your business uses Social Media when Recruiting. - November 20, 2009 - Creative Leadership
Hudson Recruiter to Address Career Transformations
Career Transformations has announced that Derrick Henderson, recruiter at Hudson, a provider of permanent recruitment, contract professionals and talent management solutions worldwide, will be the speaker at the group’s next meeting on Wednesday, Nov.18 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. in the... - November 19, 2009 - Career Transformations
Artech Wins the NMSDC National Supplier of the Year Award
Artech has won the 2009 NMSDC National Supplier of the Year award. - November 19, 2009 - Artech Information Systems LLC
More Than 100,000 Senior Finance Jobs on JobConcierge.com Human-Powered Executive Job Search Service
JobConcierge.com, the jobs site featuring trained HR professionals who find jobs for its members, announced today that its database includes more than 100,000 senior-level finance jobs, including CEO, CFO, director, vice president and associate positions. With over 2 million job listings, including... - November 19, 2009 - JobConcierge.com
Insight Global, Inc. Announces Opening of Atlanta Training Center
Insight Global, Inc., announced today that they will open a centralized national Professional Development Center (PDC) in their Atlanta Headquarters during the first quarter of 2010. The PDC will be used exclusively for Recruiter, Account Manager and Leadership training. Glenn Johnson, Insight... - November 18, 2009 - Insight Global
Business in Touch with Its “Soft” Side Professional Soft Skills Development Seen as Critical for Business Success
Identifying and developing professional soft skills is embraced by almost 80% of companies, i4cp study finds. - November 18, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Introductory Webcast on Strategy Available for Professional Coaches
Strategy For Coaches, LLC will present a 3 hour fee-free introductory webcast on strategy for professional coaches. Learn cutting-edge tips and techniques needed to build a successful coaching practice by applying fundamental principles of strategy. - November 18, 2009 - Strategy For Coaches, LLC
Pre-Employ.com Prevails Over Thousands in the Nation, Awarded for Outstanding Customer Service in the Employment Screening Industry
Superior Customer Service and Secure Data Privacy Policy Solidifies Pre-Employ.com's Reputation as a Favorite among the Healthcare Industry and Beyond. - November 18, 2009 - Pre-Employ.com
Loren Slocum Joins BlogTalkRadio Host David Muraco on "Coaching in the Zone" November 22, 2009, 9 P.m. Eastern
Founder, CEO and President of LoBella International Loren Slocum will appear on BlogTalkRadio's show “Coaching In The Zone” (www.blogtalkradio.com/Coaching-In-The-Zone) with host David Muraco on Sunday November 22, 2009 at 9 p.m. Eastern. The exclusive interview will highlight Loren's unique life perspective as well as her new book Life Tuneups released in May of this year. - November 18, 2009 - In The Zone - Personal & Professional Coaching Solutions
Seth Kahan, 1st Worldwide to be Certified in All Alan Weiss Mentor Programs
Kahan, a change leadership specialist and member of Alan Weiss' Million Dollar Consultant® Hall of Fame, has been certified to deliver Weiss' regular Mentor Program, Guided Mentoring Program, and the unique Total Immersion Program for veteran consultants. - November 16, 2009 - Performance Development Group
Anderson & Anderson is Now Offering Anger Management Classes for Adults Seven Days a Week
In an effort to expand his anger management practice, George Anderson and his staff are now providing anger management for adults, seven days a week. - November 16, 2009 - Anderson & Anderson, APC
The Center for the Study of Social Policy (CSSP) is Pleased to Announce Dr. Carol Spigner as the New Board Chair and Bill Traynor as a New Senior Fellow
CSSP’s board of directors recently elected Carol W. Spigner, D.S.W. to serve as the new leader of the organization, guiding CSSP through the next stages of growth and development. Bill Traynor, the Executive Director of Lawrence Community Works has joined CSSP as a Senior Fellow. - November 15, 2009 - Center for the Study of Social Policy
Strategic Planning with the Help of The Alternative Board®
This release talks about Strategic Planning for business owners and how The Alternative Board can provide help to business owners who need to develop a strategic plan. - November 15, 2009 - TAB Boards International
Infohrm Survey Predicts Increasing Investment in Workforce Planning for 2010
Infohrm announces the publication of one of the largest workforce planning surveys conducted to date. This survey, with 780 respondents globally, investigating what structures, practices, and outcomes differentiate leading working planning practice. - November 15, 2009 - Inform
Avant Healthcare Professionals Unveils New and Improved Website www.AvantHealthcare.com
Avant Healthcare Professionals, a nationwide expert in providing internationally educated nursing and allied health professionals; including Physical and Occupational Therapists, announced today that they have updated their website to better represent the lines of business and healthcare... - November 13, 2009 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Employrium Launches Real Tweets Linking Social Media Networking with Job Search
Employrium launches Real Tweets service that links social media networking with job search. Real Tweets opens a unique communication channel that expands opportunity awareness for job seekers. - November 13, 2009 - Employrium
HCpartners is Officially Certified as a Women Owned Business
HCpartners, a national human resource consulting firm, is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the WBENC. - November 13, 2009 - HCpartners LLC
Job Offers on the Up in the UK Financial Services Sector
Powerchex finds that improvement in recruitment activity is sustained into October. - November 13, 2009 - Powerchex
imatters Rolls Out Innovative New Staffing Solution—im2 Basic
imatters, the nation's leading ophthalmic recruitment firm, has announced the launch of a new hiring service to specifically address the unique needs of the ophthalmic job market in today's economy. This service leverages the expertise of imatters recruiters to target the most qualified candidates and eliminate the hassle of sifting through an influx of unqualified candidates. - November 13, 2009 - imatters, inc.
Most Companies Have Yet to Master Strategic Workforce Planning
New i4cp study finds 70% of companies have workforce planning strategies, but rating effectiveness and future forecasts lags behind. - November 12, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Angelia Washington Receives LMC Workforce Development "Gears of Excellence" Leadership Award
Angelia Washington, regional human resources manager at Rhodia and Trident Workforce Investment Board member was honored at the Lowcountry Manufacturers Council’s (LMC) annual award meeting with the Workforce Development "Gears of Excellence" Leadership Award. “The LMC... - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Recently Unemployed Couple Starts HotJobsFinder.com to Help the Unemployed & Save Companies Thousands
Hotjobsfinder was created by recently unemployed entrepreneur's who were hit hard by the recession. "We wanted to provide a site to save employers thousands of dollars on job advertising and still reach millions of jobs seekers every month: said Mike from HotJobsFinder. - November 12, 2009 - HotJobsFinder
CSR Limited Joins Cloud Computing Bandwagon Through i-Admin's eHR Software-as-a-Service Platform
As businesses become aware of the benefits of cloud computing, adoption of tools such as i-Admin's eHR SaaS platform will increase. This is evident with the signing of CSR Limited as i-Admin's newest SaaS client. CSR Limited is one of Australia's leading manufacturing companies, specializing in... - November 12, 2009 - i-Admin (Singapore) Pte Ltd
Karmawish, the First Global Community Based on Mutual Help and Exchange
Karmawish, a community website based on mutual help, has gone public. Members of Karmawish are able help each other for free from virtually anywhere with an internet connection. Based on the Karmic law where one’s good deed triggers a positive reaction, Karmawish makes it possible for each... - November 12, 2009 - Karmawish
Powerchex Wins Innovation Award Second Year in a Row
In the midst of the recession, Powerchex innovates and wins award at the Thames Gateway Business Awards. - November 12, 2009 - Powerchex
October Job Report: Slight Signs of an Improving Job Market
Hourly wages increased during the month, the number of hours worked in manufacturing rose, and temp/staffing hiring is rising. As well, the job losses in September and August were revised to show fewer job losses than initially reported. - November 12, 2009 - LinkUp
Trident Workforce Investment Board Appoints Executive Committee Members
The Trident Workforce Investment Board (TWIB) appointed Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester County board members to serve as the Executive Committee for the 2009 – 2010 year. - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Trident Workforce Investment Board Prepares One Stop Career System Students for Careers in Healthcare
The Trident One Stop Career System held its 30th graduation ceremony recognizing the thirteen students who completed the Community Healthcare Training Program (CHTP) taught at the Trident One Stop Career Center (TOSCC) in North Charleston. The CHTP is sponsored by the Trident Workforce Investment... - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Trident Workforce Investment Board Annual Awards Ceremony
The Trident Workforce Investment Board recognized three area companies and thirteen One Stop customers at its 19th Annual Workforce Investment Board Awards Luncheon held in the Trident Technical College Complex for Economic Development. Janet Cappellini, Chair of the Trident Workforce Investment... - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Trident Workforce Investment Board Prepares One Stop Career System Students for Careers in Manufacturing
Ten students celebrated their success after completing the Trident Workforce Investment Board’s Manufacturing Certification Training Program. Each received a Manufacturing Readiness Certificate from Trident Technical College (TTC). Immediately following the graduation ceremony, graduates... - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
One Stop Career System Students Prepared for Careers as Medical Administration Assistants
Eighteen Trident One Stop Career System customers are now ready to begin new careers as medical administrative assistants after graduating from the Trident Workforce Investment Board’s Medical Administration Assistant Program offered through Trident Technical College’s continuing... - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Trident Workforce Investment Board Prepares One Stop Customers for Careers in Welding
Thirteen Trident One Stop Career System (TOSCS) customers recently graduated from the Welding Training Program, a Trident Workforce Investment Board (TWIB) initiative in partnership with Trident Technical College (TTC). Paul L. Connerty, Executive Director Trident Workforce Investment Board... - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Home Care Company to Offer Formal Cognitive Exercise Program
Always There Home Care (ATHC), an in-home provider of quality caregivers for non-medical services, announces their new cognitive fitness program aimed to improve memory function and critical thinking skills. - November 12, 2009 - Always There Home Care
Employment Advisor Tells How to Find Hidden Jobs
A noted Employment Advisor offers tips on building networks that can help job-seekers find hidden, often unadvertised positions. - November 11, 2009 - Oklahoma Professional Search
Wok i Kik – Vanuatu’s First Employment Website Opens
Youth Challenge Vanuatu today have launched their new employment website www.wokikik.com. Wok i Kik allows a users to sign up to receive a job alert email 2 to 3 times a week that contains a summary of all the job vacancies in Vanuatu. - November 11, 2009 - Wok i Kik
Vaco Raleigh, LLC Releases Podcast on Financial Division
David R. Rhode, managing partner of Vaco Raleigh, LLC (www.vaco.com), an executive placement and consulting firm, has announced the release of a podcast discussing the role of the Vaco Financial division. In the podcast, Nick Palacios, accounting financial recruiter at the firm, discusses the types... - November 11, 2009 - VACO Raleigh
Non-Profit PGC 200 Selects Linda Amaro of NextWork™ Services to Join Board of Advisors
Co-Founder of San Diego-Based Career Transition Services Company to Lead a Series of Career Workshops Specifically for Job Seekers in the Life Sciences Industry. - November 10, 2009 - NextWork Services
Frédéric Castro Joins Jakobsland Partners
Jakobsland Partners announces the appointment of Frédéric Castro as new partner effective November 1st, 2009. - November 08, 2009 - Jakobsland Partners