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Woman's Ridiculous Reason for Not Having a Job — 'I'm Too Attractive'

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:58:33 +0000

If you think you’re just too darned pretty to work, then you should either apply to be on the ‘Real Housewives’ franchise or do what one woman in Britain does. Nothing. Laura Fernee hasn’t had a job for two years because she claims her good looks are too distracting, which still puts her several years [...]

Coffee Mugs At Work Carry TONS Of Germs!

Brett Alan — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:05:42 +0000

If you reuse your coffee mug at work, you are definitely doing your part to help the environment. However, you are probably putting yourself at risk by doing so. You won’t believe what Men’s Health says hangs out on that mug you drink from every day. I’ll just give it to you straight. It’s fecal [...]

Why You Should Stop "Trying" At Work

Brett Alan — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:49:06 +0000

When I was in high school, I took a class that actually helped us put together a resume. It was there that I realized there were certain words you should and shouldn't use if you want to land a job. But there's also a word that you shouldn't ever use once you land the job either.

What Are the Highest and Lowest Stress Jobs?

Dale Mussen — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 10:00:13 +0000

What’s the most stressful job? Firefighter? Police officer? Corporate executive? Good guesses, but according to a CareerCast.com survey it’s a job in the military. Enlisted military personnel is how it’s listed. Simply put – a soldier. CareerCast.com rated more than 200 jobs based on the work environment, competition within the career and the personal risks [...]

Dustin Lynch Reveals What Job He'd Be Doing if He Wasn't a Country Singer

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 09:30:17 +0000

Ever wonder what some of your favorite country singers would be doing for work if they were not blessed with the opportunity to entertain you with their voices, skills and talents? Dustin Lynch might have ended up attending to you on an on operating table if his career had gone in the direction he initially planned.

The Worst Places To Retire Are…

Josh — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:52:52 +0000

When you think of retiring, you probably think of a nice warm place where you don't have to battle snow, sleet and ice for 6+ months. Maybe one of the Carolinas, Florida, Arizona or something like that. For me, that decision would be a tough one because my heart will always be in Buffalo. How about you? Have you given retirement any thought? I know many of you (including me) are a ways away from that, but it's a thought that quickly passes through my mind here and there.

The "Best Resume Idea Ever" — The Resume Bar [PICTURE]

Clay Moden — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 10:24:27 +0000

Experts for years have said that a resume should be completed on one page. Making sure that all the important information that sells you as the best candidate for a job is concise and to the point. That idea may be passe! 32-year-old Nick Begley was offered two jobs in three months as a result [...]

5 Excellent Networking Sites to Help You Find Jobs

Kathy Landin — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 15:56:42 +0000

As soon as you knew you wanted (or needed) a new job, you got on Facebook and let all your friends and connections there know what you could do and that you were available, right? You probably also went straight to LinkedIn and quickly made a profile there so people could find the awesomely productive employee that is you. But the phone didn’t start ringing.

That’s not because networking online for a job doesn’t work, it’s because you have to find all the places where you can make the Internet work for you.

Home Depot Needs Local Workers!

Josh — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 10:17:32 +0000

Need a job, look no further! The Home Depot is ready to hire. In fact, the home improvement retail giant is prepared to hire close to 400 workers for the spring. The company believes that, with the housing market on the rebound, people will most likely be putting money into remodeling and landscaping. Nationwide, Home [...]

Best Cover Letter Ever? [PHOTO]

Clay Moden — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:11:27 +0000

If you are going to try to get a job or an internship, is honesty the best policy? Seems this guy is trying to go that route.He has written a cover letter that is blunt an to the point. After reading it, I like honesty!! To see the rest of the letter…click the button below.. [...]

What Are the Most Stressful Jobs in America?

Rob Banks — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 22:52:49 +0000

I'm trying to think right now of the most stressful job in America. I couldn't think of anything more stressful than being the president. Besides being criticized or praised day in and day out, what could possibly be more stressful than making decisions for an entire country?

But, that job doesn't make the list. So which ones do?

5 Dos and Don'ts For Celebrating Halloween in the Office

Brett Alan — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 02:27:11 +0000

Halloween is kind of a half holiday. It really is a religious/cultural holiday that people celebrate all over the world, but not everyone celebrates it the same way. It’s not like Christmas though where people take the day off, so there have to be some rules if you’re going to celebrate at the office. Here [...]

WYRK is Looking for Digital Interns!

Angela Stefano — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 21:00:37 +0000

Townsquare Media Buffalo is looking to hire digital interns to assist with the editorial operations of the company’s local websites, including the creation of local digital content.

5 Dos of Dressing for a Job Interview

Buffalo Staff — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 04:01:56 +0000

Everyone knows that scoring a job can be a difficult and tedious process. You call all of your contacts, go to several job fairs, search through dozens of search engines and fill out numerous online applications, all asking for the same information — then it happens! You get a call for an interview and realize this could be your big moment.

Need A Job? Find One at the WNY Diversity Job Fair [AUDIO]

Dale Mussen — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 11:38:48 +0000

Need a job? Have a job to offer? Make plans for the WNY Diversity Job Fair on Wednesday, September 12. The fair runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Buffalo Convention Center. More than 30 companies will have recruiters there ready to hire on the spot. So bring lots of resumes. Dress to [...]

Expect the Unexpected — The Weirdest Job Interview Questions

Buffalo Staff — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 11:20:57 +0000

Preparing for a job interview is nerve-wracking enough without the unsettling sense that an interviewer might ask a question you aren’t prepared to answer. It’s those unusual, hard-to-prepare-for questions that we all dread. But if you’ve ever been caught off guard in an interview, you’re not alone. According to Lynne Sarikas, director of the MBA Career Center at [...]

What You Wear to Work Just Might Destroy Your Career

Mike Adams — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 12:00:52 +0000

If you just can’t seem to get ahead at work, you might want to take a look at yourself in the mirror. A new survey suggests that the way you dress at work may be distracting your employer and ruining your chances for advancement. According to a survey of more than 600 white-collar workers by [...]

Why Aren't People Eating Lunch at Work? [POLL]

Brett Alan — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 03:42:31 +0000

Tonight’s Useless Trivia question (Wednesday, August 15) had to do with people’s lunch habits at work. The question stated that although it’s normally expected at work, four out of 10 employees would not eat their lunch at work. Why not? Are we really that busy that we can’t stop and do something that is vitally [...]

Townsquare Media Buffalo is Looking for Digital Street Team Members!

Angela Stefano — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 20:39:24 +0000

Townsquare Media Buffalo is looking to hire a digital street team to cover local events through photos and video on an as-needed basis for the company’s local websites.

Best & Worst Days To Deal With Your Boss

Josh — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:11:28 +0000

I found this little bitty in our morning prep. It's a short guide to dealing with your boss and it's backed by a group of psychiatrists (or so the article says). According to these professionals, there are certain days of the week that are better to ask for days off, certain days to ask for a raise and so on..... Here is what the psychiatrists had to say.....