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Mind Your Own Business
Posted on August 24th, 2012 No commentsWhether it’s an employer with a handful of workers or a solo entrepreneur, small businesses make a significant contribution to the economy. They’re also a great opportunity for individuals seeking a new or better career. In fact, people with disabilities are more likely to be self-employed than people without disabilities. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, among employed people with disabilities, nearly 12 percent were self-employed in 2011, compared to just 6.6 percent of people without disabilities.
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Interview with Confidence
Posted on August 23rd, 2012 No commentsYou’ve made it to the job interview! You are probably confident about your skills and how they relate to the employer’s job description. You’ve clearly presented your abilities well on a resume or job application because you got the interview. Now comes the most nerve-wracking part of the job search process –at least for me – the interview. Are you ready to answer the easy questions? What about the tough questions about your work history?
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Let Your Abilities Shine
Posted on August 22nd, 2012 No commentsIf you are a job seeker with a disability, there are many state resources to help you succeed in your job search. When it comes down to applying for jobs, knowing how your skills match the needs of the employer – and displaying those skills on a job application or resume – is key. Wherever you are in your lifelong career journey, here are some important tips to let your abilities shine.
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Good Work Habits Help Teens Win Future Jobs
Posted on August 21st, 2012 No commentsTeenagers with part-time or summer jobs are laying the foundation for future employment. How they perform in their current jobs can influence how marketable they’ll be to employers in the future. Leaning basic skills – like punctuality, reliability, and a positive attitude – also apply to school performance, as well as job success.
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Don’t Let a Disability Stop Your Job Search
Posted on August 20th, 2012 No commentsThe road for job seekers with disabilities often can be difficult in a competitive labor market. In Minnesota about 1 in 10 people has a disability, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Minnesota ranks fourth among states in the employment rate for working-age adults (ages 21 to 62) with disabilities in 2010. At 44 percent, the employment rate of adults with disabilities is still much lower than the 82 percent employment rate for people without disabilities.
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Knowing Employment Law
Posted on August 6th, 2012 No commentsQuestions about “is it legal for my employer to…” come in frequently to the Labor Market Information Office. While we are experts on helping people find career and job information, legal advice is best left to lawyers and experts in employment law. If you work in Minnesota, do you know your rights?
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