Monthly Archives: January 2009

Former Lost Boy finds his way

Posted on January 28, 2009 by Mike Ward

Sudanese native takes two part-time jobs to reunite his family. Many workers in the United States are taking on more than one job, and the reasons for this job juggling are as varied as the gigs themselves. Maybe a growing … Continue reading →

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Recession-proof jobs in 2009

Posted on January 26, 2009 by Mike Ward

Learn what industries thrive when the economy doesn’t. Whether you’ve recently been knocked out of your full-time gig or you’re simply looking for a bigger and better part-time job, there may be one factor you’re thinking about more than ever: … Continue reading →

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Now accepting applications for the best job in the world

Posted on January 19, 2009 by Rick

A tropical Australian island is looking for a few good slackers Lots of people think they have the best job in the world, from teachers who truly make a difference to those pursuing their dream of becoming a world-class ventriloquist. … Continue reading →

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Will Obama’s jobs plan be enough?

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Mike Ward

New president wants to add close to 4 million jobs If Barack Obama’s long, inaugural weekend party in D.C. is any indication of how his presidency will improve the economy, then we can all stop rolling pennies and collecting cans. … Continue reading →

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Best big-screen part-time jobs of 2008

Posted on January 6, 2009 by Rick

WALL-E wins Employee of the Year Part-time jobs aren’t always the most glamorous gigs. Sometimes you have to clean deep fryers. Sometimes you have to change motor oil. And occasionally, you need to use that emergency change of clothes you … Continue reading →

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Full-time resolutions for part-time jobs

Posted on January 5, 2009 by Rick

What should America’s part-time employees be thinking about in 2009? We’ll tell you. The New Year has just begun, and we bet you’ve already been asked this question: What’s your New Year’s resolution? Whether you love to pen long lists … Continue reading →

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How does a four-day work week sound?

Posted on January 2, 2009 by Melissa Barber

Some employers are cutting hours to prevent layoffs First, the good news: More U.S. companies are giving employees an extra day off each week. Yippee! Now, the bad news: Yeah, you’re not getting paid for that day. Yippee. According to … Continue reading →

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