The world is a complicated place, and if you think that job searching within the United
States is tough, it’s even more confusing when you want to live and work abroad.
Fortunately, there are lots of resources that you can use to get the so-called “lay of the
land.”

✔ Going Global (www.going-global.com) is a Web site designed primarily to meet the
needs of international job seekers and professionals. It contains a comprehensive
array of country-specific career information, including resume/CV writing advice,
job sources, interviewing strategies, salary negotiations, and work permit and visa
regulations. It also has country guides, which you can purchase for a reasonable fee;
they are well worth the investment.

✔ Expat Exchange (www.expatexchange.com) is a virtual community that connects
people who are relocating to, living in, or returning from more than 135 overseas
locations. This site provides a great way to network with people who have “been
there and done that,” as well as experts and regional contacts who can answer more
specific questions.

✔ The International Jobs Center (www.internationaljobs.org) is a membership organization
that provides extensive information on international jobs. This includes a
weekly newspaper with more than 500 job postings, profiles of major employers in
the international development market, and an e-mail notification system to alert you
to new job openings in your areas of interest.

✔ Overseasjobs.com (www.overseasjobs.com) is part of the Aboutjobs.com network of
sites (www.aboutjobs.com) that provide free services to job seekers (employers must
pay to list positions). The site has lots of useful information, including country
guides, informative articles, visa/work permit information, and job listings.

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For the past few years we have seen many layoffs and job elimination due to off shoring of jobs. Is there any job that can give some kind of security?

There are no jobs now which can give you 100% guarantee nowadays. But you can avoid the lay off and the effects of off shoring by the following:-

- Keep a step ahead of the crowd by learning new skills - Make yourself a valuable asset to the employers - Try to get a federal or defense related job since most these kind of jobs are safer from off shoring.

- Due to the war in Iraq and the downsizing of the armed forces there are plenty of contract jobs in the private sector doing business with defense forces. Most of the positions require US citizenship which means these kinds of jobs are never off shored. This is a safe bet to start.

- Know more about your business; if you have a strong business knowledge it will be hardly outsourced or off shored

- Take a moment to think about the job you are doing. Can any one do your job from anywhere? any time restrictions? Lot of interaction? these questions might give a clue about your job situation.

The high tech industry and the software industry in particular is vulnerable to offshoring of services. The only way you can avoid is to learn more business about the company and make yourself an important player in the team.

There are several web sites that specializes jobs related to federal government and defense contracting jobs. You should check some sites and apply for a job.

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In many countries around the globe, people are born into their station in life and hence their professions. It is unnecessary for them to plan a career as they are expected to perform one specific job their entire lives. These cultures do not consider personal growth or the possibility of choosing one's profession.

America, on the other hand, was built on self-reinvention, and today's economy demands it. Those born before 1946 are less likely to have changed careers or even worked for more than one employer during their lifetimes.

Today, many employees outlive the lifespan of the companies they work for, and the average worker can now expect to have at least three or more careers, with up to six different positions within each of those careers.

Hardly a week goes by without hearing of corporate takeovers, mergers and corporate downsizing. As a result, thousands of seasoned employees are facing burnout from increased responsibilities or being laid-off and replaced with younger, lower-paid employees. Many are looking for a different means of earning a livelihood.

For the first time in history, employees must learn to manage themselves and take responsibility for their own employment. Even the word "career" is taking on new meaning, as a new generation of employees is moving in and out of multiple careers during their lifetimes.

Keep in mind that a career change is not the same as job advancement within a specific career. Most are either lateral or a step down in income until you gain experience and expertise in your new career. Be prepared to downsize your lifestyle.

Think of choosing a new career as an opportunity to bring a fresh outlook and revitalization to your life, as new experiences will stimulate your thought processes.

The most importance part of selecting a new career is also the most obvious, . . . deciding on what you want to do. Often this is a natural offshoot of a previous occupation(s). Reinventing yourself often involves a unique merging of your old talents with your new skill set.

Begin by making an honest assessment of your skills, interests and experiences and ask yourself:
-What would I do if money were no object?
-What did I love to do as a child?
-What activity do I do so intently that I don't notice time passing?
-What do I feel passionately about?
-What do I value the most?
-What are my strengths?
-What are my transferable skills?
-What kind and how much education will I need to make this change?

Most people find fulfillment by doing what they're good at. By evaluating your skills, interests, strengths and desires you will be able to see a connection between what it is that you value and what you excel at. These are the building blocks that you can turn into a new career.

While your new career is still in the planning stages, you can gain valuable information by:
-Attending professional meetings and informal gatherings.
-Networking.
-Joining an online career discussion group.
-Asking questions.

You are likely to need some additional education in order to begin a successful new career, start by improving the skills you already have. Sometimes, learning a few new software programs is simply all it will require. Should you choose to return to college, learning new skills is much easier when you are motivated to begin a new life.

Once you have chosen the kind of work you wish to pursue and acquired the necessary education, be sure to edit your resume to reflect your strengths and skills in this area.

Don't be surprised if your job search lasts a little longer than usual. Concentrate on companies that are seeking people with your reworked skill set and eventually you'll find an employer who will value the knowledge and experience you gained from your previous career(s).

It is vital today, more than ever, to remain versatile to stay employed. A successful career will evolve over a lifetime if you are continuously open to new possibilities. You must constantly seek opportunities for self-improvement and professional growth in order to be prepared for your next reinvention.

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It sometimes may seem like there are pages in the classified ads every Sunday for registered nurse jobs. In fact, registered nurses now constitute the largest healthcare occupation, as there are over 2.3 million jobs available. If you are looking to get into a growing field where you are in the drivers seat with employment and salary choices, it may be that becoming a registered nurse is a good option for you.

What is a registered nurse and why are there so many registered nurse jobs out there? A registered nurse is one that has a college degree (Associate's or Bachelor's degree) from an accredited institution and has passed his or her nursing boards. Required classes to get a degree so that you can qualify for registered nurse jobs include anatomy, physiology, chemistry, nutrition, and behavioral science classes like psychology. Most schools require clinical experience, and this experience will also help you when you are looking for registered nurse jobs.

Education and experience are key components to certain registered nurse jobs. If you are considering registered nurse jobs in administration, you may want to consider getting a Bachelor degree, as many organizations now require it. Sometimes if you are considering registered nurse jobs in more complex areas like surgery or neo-natal intensive care, organizations will want you to gain significant clinical experience. Also, other registered nurse jobs may even require you to have a masters' degree, like being a nurse practitioner, certified nurse midwife, or certified nurse anesthetist.

Registered nurse jobs require a lot of patience and dedication, as a registered nurse will be promoting good health, prevent disease, and helping patients through times of illness. Registered nurse jobs also require you to be detail oriented and have decent writing skills. For instance, registered nurse jobs in psychology will require a nurse to document (in detail) behavior, response to medication, and follow doctor directions carefully so that a patient receives the appropriate care.

If you are qualified or looking to be qualified for registered nurse jobs, then you should be pleased that the job outlook for registered nurse jobs is very high. In fact, registered nurse jobs are expected to grow faster than the average growth for all other jobs through the year 2012. Registered nurse jobs in hospitals is expected to remain the same, though registered nurse jobs in nursing care facilities is expected to grow exponentially as the baby boomer generation ages.

Other areas in which registered nurse jobs are expected to increase is home healthcare and outpatient care centers. The growth for these registered nurse jobs may be due to technological advances and pressure from insurance companies to avoid in-patient hospitalization. Many advances in medicine have created registered nurse jobs in which RNs travel to patient homes to provide care or perform procedures in outpatient facilities.

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Working abroad can be an exciting, rewarding and horizon broadening experience; and if you take the time to plan ahead carefully before you go, you will make your transition into the overseas work place a smooth and successful one.

So, if you're considering relocating overseas to take up a temporary assignment or you'd like to move abroad permanently and find work there are basically three main aspects of expatriation that you need to think about before you make your move and this article examines them for you.

1)Location

Unless you're being relocated by your employer to a fixed location you will quickly discover that it's a big wide world and you therefore have a great deal of choice when considering which country best suits your lifestyle and employment requirements. In an effort to narrow down your search a little consider any country you're interested in in view of the following considerations: -

i)The location's distance from your home country and your family and friends – remember that there will be times you want or need to return home and/or to catch up with old faces. How easy and affordable will it be for you to go 'back home' should the need arise and how simple will it be for your friends and family to come and visit you?

ii)The weather – some countries are more or less hospitable in weather terms and someone who originally heralds from Tropical North Queensland may find it a struggle to cope with the wet, grey winters in England for instance and someone from Canada may find is a shock coping with the searing summer temperatures in Spain. Thinking about your ideal overseas location from a weather perspective may well cut down your choices!

iii)Your family – particularly if you're expatriating with children you'll need to think carefully about the healthcare and education facilities available overseas and also about getting your essential insurances in place before you go. Some countries are more expensive and restrictive than others…bear this in mind.

iv)Language barriers – if you're considering moving to a country where the mother tongue is other than your own will this restrict your employment prospects? Can you overcome this by learning the language before you go or do you need to reconsider your destination?

2)Employment

Are you a professional in a given industry or do you have a flexible skill set that will allow you to seek work in many different sectors? Do your qualifications translate favourably and transfer directly overseas? What sectors would you like to work in, in which countries can you find work in a profession that suits you?

These are all questions you have to consider carefully. Next, if you're moving overseas permanently you need to be practical and realistic and consider the long term employment prospects for you, your spouse and any other family members accompanying you…if you can find employment today how easy will it be to change employer or advance your career later in life?

You should then examine your desired location carefully and determine whether or not you need work permits, residency visas and permission to work and live abroad, if so you should get the ball rolling and apply as soon as possible in case of any paperwork and administrative delays.

Also consider the taxation and financial aspects of working abroad…remember that if you're moving to a low cost country the economy will likely pay lower wages than you're used to, will these be sufficient to sustain your ideal lifestyle?

3)Accommodation

Last but not least is the thought of finding somewhere to live abroad. By now you'll have a clear favourite in the location stakes but now you need to examine the property market and whether it's easy and affordable to rent accommodation when you first arrive and whether, long term, it's possible for foreign residents to purchase freehold property abroad.

If you're planning on moving abroad permanently you'll also need to think about moving your household belongings and personal effects with you, and what about transporting your pets overseas too?

There are many relocation companies who specialise in relocating individuals and families abroad, these companies have a fantastic skills base to assist you with every single aspect of the process. If on the other hand you're on a budget or looking to work abroad for a shorter period of time use the internet to find forums and information sites dedicated to expats, working abroad and the particular countries you're interested in and you'll quickly be amazed at the wealth of invaluable information out there.

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You are positive that you want to pursue a career in a dental office, but you are unsure if your resume will get you there. There's reason to worry; most employers use a job applicant's resume as the main item in determining if they will bring you in for an interview or not.

Many job seekers are in the dark when it comes to developing a winning resume and cover letter. They make a number of mistakes that may cost them a potential job, such as: not stressing their skills and accomplishments enough, use of wording that is vague or confusing, not providing enough relevant information, using a sloppy format, and providing too much information.

There is no one correct resume format to use, but since many of you will not have a lengthy employment history yet, it is recommended that you use the functional format. The functional format emphasizes your relevant skills and training and is great for first-time job seekers. It includes the following sections, in the order provided:

1.Objective - phrase your career objective to match the position for which you are applying. For example, if your goal is a front desk position, then a good objective would be: Position in a dental office utilizing my strengths and training in customer service, administrative duties and office technology.

2.Education - list your education in reverse chronological order, starting with the most recent first. Include relevant courses or special projects.

3.List specific examples of your skills and training.

4.Provide activities that are applicable to your objective. You can use school, community activities, and volunteer activities.

5.Employment History: Include this section only if you have a work or intern history.

Your name, address, phone number, and email address information should be centered at the top of the resume. Use an email address that sounds professional; do not use an email address that is amusing or inappropriate.

All impressive resumes and cover letters are well-written and avoid spelling and grammatical mistakes. They are typed and professional and are no more than one page in length. They provide relevant information that is appropriate to the position. Weed out irrelevant details by asking yourself if a piece of information will help you get an interview; if it doesn't, then don't use it.

Your cover letter should make the employer want to read your resume. It typically has three paragraphs: the opening, body, and closing.

The opening should state the position for which you are applying and how you learned about the job opening. The body should highlight your skills and qualifications for the position. And the closing should request an interview and suggest a time for your follow-up call.

Always address the cover letter to a specific person - don't use "Dear Sir or "Dear Doctor." Find out the name of the person you should send your letter and resume to. Make sure you spell all names correctly and use proper grammar. Print on the same quality and color of paper as your resume and do a separate letter for each job that you apply for.

Use the tips and guidance provided here to make your resume and cover letter stand out above the rest in your pursuit of that great position in the dental office profession.

"Changing Lives...One Career at a Time."

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There has been a lot of talk recently about American jobs moving overseas…offshoring is the buzzword for it. During difficult economic times it is often easy to find a scapegoat to blame for a downturn in jobs. While government reports and politicians try to downplay the impact, offshoring is something to take seriously. This article will discuss the permanent effect offshoring will have on U.S. jobs and what you can do to make sure it doesn't happen to you.
Economic crises of the last thirty years have tended to blames overseas competitors for America's financial woes. During the seventies it was foreign steel to blame and during the eighties it was foreign agriculture. The current trend of moving American jobs overseas, particularly to India, The Phillipines and other developing nations has been troubling to many. While some people think this is a temporary situation, shifts in the American economy and world politics indicate otherwise.

These global economic changes are big and they will not go away. American companies have taken advantage of the global market, establishing icons of American culture like fast food, retail stores and computer software everywhere. With all these events and situations, it only makes sense that American companies would turn to foreign labor.

Besides, the economic impact of the world's political shift, the American economy has transformed itself. The rise of the computer has shifted the United States economy from an industrial nation to a nation of information and service. This means there will be less jobs in making things and more jobs in marketing and servicing things. Unfortunately the American education system has been ill prepared for this inevitable change. In the mid to late nineties, thousands of well paying computer jobs went to foreign nationals on temporary work visas. Additionally, domestic workers on a whole will move from being permanently hired employees to contract or temporary employees. As a worker, it will be more important to market yourself, keep a good network of contacts and maintain your technical skills.

Although this news sounds grim, it's really not. Most of the jobs going overseas are in the lower salary ranges like customer service and technical support positions. Meanwhile, the new "hot jobs" pay very competitively, even for workers who lack employment experience.

If you're afraid your job may be going overseas, or you want a better paying career with more advancement opportunities, take a look at these hot jobs:

1. IT Security
2. IT Project Management
3. IT Outsource Management
4. IT Database Administrators
5. Health Care - Medical Assistant
6. Health Care – Nursing
7. Health Care – Home Health
8. Health Care – Dental Hygienists
9. Health Care - Medical Coding
10. Health Care – Medical Office Administration

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"Facts about Searching Jobs Abroad"

Job hunting abroad can be both an opportunity and an adventure. There are hurdles to overcome when searching for the right job abroad. Let's take going to Madrid, Paris, Rome or London for example. It's not enough to just send resumes, the idea should be "get the luggage and get on the plane."

Getting a work permit is one obstacle in Europe. To stay there for an extended time, a residence permit is needed. This an only be granted once a working permit has been granted. Companies only provide non-European workers their work permits if they prove that there are no qualified European for the position. This is tough since the European Employment Services allows different companies to recruit prospects in eighteen European Economic Area countries. Remember that an ideal candidate is one who is able to speak the native language of a specific city other than English.

If you have your eye on Spain, a typed application letter with a resume must be prepared, including a recent photo and translated qualifications and/or copies of diplomas and other credentials. The letter must be written in a direct formal style citing the vacancy applying for. A must have for the closing should be "En espera de sus noticias, les saluda atentamente."

In the United Kingdom, newspapers are good sources of job openings. Assorted prime papers offer complement of job vacancies like "The Guardian," "The Daily Telegraph," "The Times," or the "The Independent" particularize vacancies daily. Companies are very particular regarding the reason you are applying. Research on their product offers, location of branches/offices, etc. There must be a reason why there is an interest to work for a specific company.

The application for jobs in Italy should also consist of a typed application letter. This should be formal and conventional in form. Using the Italian language is a must when explaining the intriguing reason for application. Diplomas and other credentials including impressive list of references should be handy during the initial interview. There are three to four expected follow-up interviews including a psychometric test. Put emphasis on personal appearance before the interview especially how the dress as this shows the concern in getting the job being applied for.

The average job search abroad ranges between six to twelve months. Experts consider searching for a job a full time job itself. Attending career counseling is helpful if unsure on what to do. There are a lot of great career resources who can give advise that best fits ones interests and passion.

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Getting an education after high school is becoming more and more expensive. But it is also becoming more and more of a necessity to get a good job that pays well and has adequate benefits. For this, most young people need to attend college or some other type of additional training. Most of them can't afford to pay for their education by themselves and end up looking for financial help of some kind.

Student loans are a popular choice, but federal student loans are based on financial need, and some students do not fit into those guidelines. An alternative choice for these students or their parents is a private student loan. These are loans done through private lenders instead of the government. The advantage of these types of direct student loans is that they have many of the same kinds of benefits as federal loans.

These loans can be used for any and all college expenses. Things like tuition, books, supplies, computers, and living expenses are all things that qualify for private student loan funds. These loans are unsecured, meaning that no collateral is needed. The loans are credit-based instead. This can mean that the student might need a co-signer if they have not established a credit history, or their parents can apply for the loan instead.

A private education loan is usually a low-interest loan. Borrowers can shop around to find the best rate. There are generally no application fees to apply for this type of loan and there are also no deadlines for applying. The money can be delivered in as little as five days, and the money is given to the student instead of the school. The student is then responsible for paying for their various educational expenses.

This kind of loan has other advantages similar to federal loans. The interest and principal payments can be deferred until the student graduates from school. For most of these loans, a student is required to be attending school at least half time for the deferral of payments and interest.

When the student does graduate from college, the loans can usually be deferred for six months until the student finds employment, and then the loan holder will generally have a variety of repayment options available so that the student can tailor their payments to their income.

A private student loan is the ideal answer for students who do not meet federal requirements for financial need or whose educational expenses are not fully covered by their federal financial aid. Many lenders offer private student loans to students or their parents and the application process is simple and free. The loan requirements are usually less stringent and the repayment options are affordable for young professionals. A private student loan is a great way to finance the education of any student that needs financial help.

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Canadians use résumés instead of CVs and prefer computerised applications. The application process is much more commercial and as most employers will read resumes on the computer the resume should fit a specific template and if it does not then it risks being rejected without a viewing. Bullet point words such as contributed, managed, organized, developed etc. at the start of a sentence for maximum impact.

Once the filter has ‘found’ your resume, it might be read by a person who is not knowledgeable of the vacancy you are applying for so it should be written to ‘sell’ yourself to almost any audience while at the same time being relevant to your target employer!

There are lots of online Canadian job search sites that have resume templates you can use as well as marketing you towards your target employer.

The format for the Canadian Resume is similar to the Chronological CV with the length generally being 2 sides of A4. Your name and contact details would be at the top centre followed by your career history and work experience in reverse chronological order with the most recent job detailed first.

Mention whether your work was full or part time and explain any gaps in your employment history. Within this provide examples of your achievements and details of how you added ‘value’ to your past/current employers organisation/company.

Following career history is your educational history with a list of colleges and universities, date and qualifications obtained etc. Mentioning foreign travel, language and computer skills is advantageous.

Finally close with “References available on request” or on a separate page list up to 3 referee’s with their contact information. Ensure before submitting your resume that you have checked that your contact details for referees are up to date and still current.

Canada provides assistance for jobseekers in the form of free workshops, which help anyone seeking employment with writing resumes, interview skills and job search.

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• Expatriate may submit a 'rirekisho,' standard two-page form in Japanese + cover letter.
• Or a two-page American-style resume and cover letter in English.
• American-style resumes should contain your name and contact information centered at the top.
• You need not list job accomplishments on the resume; you will discuss them at the interview.
• the 'rirekisho' requires a photo to be attached.

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• Always include a cover letter
• Address your cover letter to a specific person
• In the UK, a resume is sometimes called a CV
• Include a 'profile' section in your resume
• Include 'References are available on request.' at the end of your resume

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1. Cover letters are generally hand written
2. A photograph is attached to the resume
3. Maximum resume length is 2 pages
4. Personal information is optional (Ex: birth date, marital status)
5. Include fluency in other languages
6. Include other important sections such as education, previous jobs

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If you're thinking about an international job, you may need to reformat your resume.

Each country has different etiquette with regards to applying for a particular job. In some countries your resume wouldn't need to be accompanied by a cover letter cover letter or a photo,while in other countries it would. It is important that you have a general idea about this, because if you do not follow the norm it can be very disadvantageous.

Some General Tips when Writing your Resume for the International Market

• Generally you would need to include more personal details such as citizenship, your date and place of birth and marital status.
• Use real/actual rather than active verbs.
• Use good language skills and good prose (avoid repetition).
• Use a qualified translator.
• Use at least a two check system where a translators work is proof read as well.
• Remember that some languages, such as French and Spanish, have different variations within the language. Be sure your resume is written in the intended variant.

Here you will find an interesting review of normal resumes which have been changed to international resumes.

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