This study examined adult resilience in the context of the adversity of unemployment. Seventy-seven unemployed job seekers completed a self-report survey containing the Resilience Scale (G. M. Wagnild & H. M. Young, 1993), Centre for Epidemiologic Studies-Depressed Mood Scale (L. S. Radloff, 1977), and the Assertive Job Hunting Survey (H. A.…

Fewer employees, shorter hours, diminished collection budgets, reduced programs and services--all at a time of record library usage. In this book, library expert Carol Smallwood demonstrates that despite the obvious downsides, the necessity of doing business differently can be positive, leading to partnering, sharing, and innovating. This…

Scholarly literature and the media often tout "networking" as an effective route for obtaining quality employment. Some scholars, however, have cautioned that racially segregated social networks may produce racially segregated workgroups and differential opportunity structures over time. Drawing from theoretical perspectives pertaining to social…

When conducting a job search, first decide what job area to go after, then find out more about it. Next write a resume. Name, address, and telephone number should go at the top. If the job objective is known exactly, list that next. Now comes work experience; begin with the most recent and work backwards. Don't just list what was done, tell how…

This booklet is a job interview preparation guide. Suggestions focus on knowing the prospective employer and knowing one's self. Thirty-one resources containing employer identification information for job seekers are described and noted. The step-by-step method of mounting a referral campaign with its advantages and disadvantages is described.…

Findings are organized into a four-phase model for implementing training programs that prepare clients to interview more effectively. The four phases include developing realistic expectations, developing successful interviewing skills, using effective training procedures, and preparing clients to cope with rejection shock. (Author)

Frequent requests for employment information in a public library resulted in the development of an index to want ads in newspapers and periodicals. Local, national, and some international job openings are indexed by occupational field. (JAB)

Details specific methods for preparing students for employment interviews, emphasizing the paramount importance of interpersonal communication skills. (SK)

The technology revolution not only brings new channels of global communication, but also brings unprecedented changes that can impact America's workforce. This paper highlights the impact of technology and knowledge-based economies to career development and the new concept and strategies that need to be developed. The technology revolution brings…

Indicates that informal methods of job finding are not necessarily less efficient than formal methods. (BH)

The American Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Placement Center method for aiding physical education candidates for employment is described. (LH)

Guidelines are given to the job-seeking music teacher on interpreting job advertisements and on the content, structure, and appearance of a good resume. A sample resume is provided. (SJL)

Prelayoff job search of workers receiving advance notice of layoffs increased with length of notice and decreased with expected recall. For those not expecting recall, prelayoff search decreased with level of available unemployment benefits. (SK)

Discusses the benefits of career portfolios and stresses their importance to success in today's job market. Suggests approaching job search as a sales campaign. Offers a checklist of materials and information that should be in the portfolio. (JOW)

Describes typical job interview problems for individuals with learning disabilities and offers solutions. Describes the career counseling services offered by Avenues Unlimited, Inc. (JOW)