Experts urge job seekers to sharpen strategies not apply vast
Alex Douzet and Kay urge narrowing to the right job by identifying employer problems and presenting solutions. Richard Bolles says competition persists in any market, and stronger job-hunting skills beat desperation, especially during hard times.
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Verizon to cut over eight thousand jobs by year end
Confidence among consumers remains weak as spending stalls, with Verizon Communications announcing more than 8,000 layoffs of employees and contractors by year end. Analysts warn the slow improvement in household finances could hurt retailers and the back-to-school season.
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Gulf GO Zone bonds sit unused as New Orleans struggles to attract buyers
New Orleans has over 1 billion dollars in tax free bonds for rebuilding after Katrina with about 740 million still idle. Developers say buyers are scarce in tight credit markets and the Hyatt project faces possible mothballing without bond sales. Officials warn bonds must meet upfront cost requirements and unused allocations will compete statewide.
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Frugal Parents Drop Training Pants Amid Recession Trends
Frugal parents skip disposable training pants to save costs as unemployment and weaker markets alter priorities. Darcy Forsell trained her 3-year-old Liz in a weekend by going mostly naked, a method she believes accelerates toilet learning despite a few accidents and extra laundry. Industry data show a 3.2 percent sales drop to 731.2 million dollars, amid rising births but uncertain recovery prospects for this 20 year old category.
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