Express Personnel Services, was founded in 1983 to provide employment and career opportunities for the international work force while servicing the staffing needs of businesses in virtually every industry. Express has been ranked among the top companies in the United States by several national publications. It includes four consecutive years on both the SUCCESS magazine's Gold 100 listing and on Entrepreneur magazine's annual "500" list.
To underscore its leadership role in the staffing industry, Express is an active member of the National Association of Temporary and Staffing Services, the National Association of Personnel Services and the National Association of Professional Employer Organizations.
Secrets of the Job Search: Identify Your Transferable Skills
Are you interested in a career change but not sure how to convince a potential employer to give you a chance? You have experience, but it may not seem like the right kind. A transferable job skill is any ability or skill learned in the past that you can use in other work settings. Whether you’re just entering the workforce, facing layoff, or simply looking to move into a new career, identifying your transferable skills help you market yourself to a prospective employer.
What transferable skills do you possess?
Before you can market yourself to an employer, you must first identify your transferable skills. First, make a list of your past work experiences. If you have little prior work experience, list hobbies, volunteer efforts, sports activities and any other involvement with various organizations. Next, list all the skills and responsibilities you used in each experience, such as delegating responsibility as class president. Making a list will help you visualize how much you’ve accomplished in the past – and hopefully allow you to realize which skills can translate to your future career.
Private Sector Adds 58,000 Jobs in September
According to Macroeconomic Advisors LLC, U.S. private employers added 58,000 new private sector jobs in September. The report showed a decline of 20,000 jobs in the construction sector, bringing the total number to 157,000 since August 2006 in construction. Employment in the financial sector fell by 7,000 jobs in September, the report showed. This is the second consecutive decline in jobs after six years of growth. The construction and financial sectors have taken the biggest hit from the housing market decline and subprime mortgage problems, according to the report.
Reuters.com – Oct. 3, 2007
Manufacturing Growth Slowed in September
The Institute for Supply Management reported its manufacturing index slowed to 52.0 in September, down from 52.9 in August. This is the lowest reading in seven months. Analysts were expecting the index to be 52.5. A reading of 50 or higher indicates expansion, while a reading below 50 shows contraction. Even with the slowdown in manufacturing sector, economists believe the sector is in good shape.
MSNBC.com – Oct. 1, 2007
