by cjxpadmin | Mar 1, 2012 | First Issue, Job Market, March 2012 Magazine
HIRE FROM AMONG THESE 9 GROUPS
- Long-Term TANF Recipient*- Member of a family that: 1) received Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (T ANF) payments for at least 18 consecutive months ending on the hiring date, or 2) received TANF payments for any 18 months beginning after August 5, 1997, and the earliest 18 month period ended during the past 2 years prior to the hiring date, or 3) whose family stopped being eligible for TANF payments because Federal or State law limited the maximum time those payments could be made, and the individual is hired not more than 2 years after such eligibility ended.
*Note. Based on the Internal Revenue Service’ s 2003 Revenue Ruling, members of these four groups (i.e., Veteran; Short and Long-Term TANF; and SNAP Recipient groups) need not receive the assistance/benefits period if the family received it for the entire period and the individual was on the grant and thus received such assistance benefits for at least one day of the specified period (see TEGL #: 20-04, March 18, 2005).
- Other TANF Recipient* — Member of a family that received TANF payments for any 9 months during the 18-month period ending on the hiring date.
- Veteran*- Member of a family that received Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits (food stamps) for at least a 3-month period during the 15-month period ending on the hiring date, or a disabled veteran entitled to compensation for a service-connected disability hired within one year of discharge from active duty, or unemployed for a period totaling at least 6 months of the year ending on the hiring date.
- 18-39 Year-Old SNAP (Food Stamps) Recipient*- Member of a family that received SNAP benefits (food stamps) for either the 6-month period ending on the hiring date, or for at least 3 of the 5 months ending on the hiring date in the case of a family member who ceased to be eligible for such assistance under Section 6(o) of the Food Stamp Act of 1977.
- 18-39 Year-Old Designated Community Resident* — Individual who lives within an Empowerment Zone (EZ), or Rural Renewal County (RRC).
Note: P .L. 111-312 reauthorized each HUD- designated urban Empowerment Zone (EZ) and each USDA-designated rural EZ from January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2011.
- 16-17 Year-Old Summer Youth – Individual who works for the employer between May 1 and September 15, and lives in an EZ*.
- Vocational Rehabilitation Referral – Disabled person referred to the employer upon completion of (or while receiving) rehabilitation services approved by the State, Ticket-to-Work Program, or the Department of Veteran Affairs.
- Ex-Felon – Individual convicted of a felony and hired within one year after the date of the conviction or release from prison.
- SSI Recipient – Individual who received Supplemental Security Income benefits for any month ending during the past 60-day period ending on the hiring date.
HOW TO FIGURE THE WOTC…
For most target groups, the WOTC can be as much as $2,400. It is based on qualified wages paid to the new hire for the first-year of employment. Generally, qualified wages are capped at $6,000. The credit is 25% of qualified first-year wages for those employed at least 120 hours and 40% for those employed 400 hours or more.
For Disabled Veterans, the WOTC can be as much as much as $4,800 with qualified wages capped at $12,000.
For Long-Term TANF Recipients, the tax credit can be as much as $9,000, with qualified wages capped at $10,000 for a combined 2-year period.
For Summer Youth, the WOTC can be as much as $750 during the 90-day period of employment with wages capped at $3,000.
For employers to qualify for the WOTC, the new hire must begin work after December 31, 2005 and before January 1, 2012. ?
by cjxpadmin | Mar 1, 2012 | First Issue, Job Search, March 2012 Magazine
A personal marketing package is an individual’s first introduction to a prospective employer.
That is why it is very important for you to make the appropriate selection when you are getting ready to do your resume. There are many selections to make, such as style, format, font type and size, content as well as the color and type of paper where you will print it. Your resume should be accurate, neat, attractive, error-free and as professional as one wants to be perceived. The following instructions will assist you in putting into words what you have done in your career and how to make an excellent presentation of yourself to appeal to a potential employer
Sections of a Resume
There are eight sections to your resume. They are:
- Personal Information
- Summarized Highlights
- Work Experience
- Education
- Skills
- Training
- Awards and Certificates and
- References
Detailed instruction is provided on items or information that should go in each section.
Preparation of Your Resume
In order to be able to create a great resume, a little preparation is involved. Create a data sheet that encompasses all of the information above and fill it out as you would an application. Use this document to type out your resume. With everything in order, it’s as simple as 1-2-3 to prepare your resume.
Also, remember to take this document with you once you have earned an interview because many times, companies will ask you to complete an application regardless of you having a resume. This data sheet will have all your information spelled out with accurate dates, company names and telephone numbers so that you don’t have to scramble for information or take precious interview time to call your references or friends.
Typing Your Resume
When you are ready to type your resume, take the time to think through the job duties and responsibilities that you had on your jobs and positions. You want to make your entries informative and understandable but you also need to think about being concise. Interviewers do not take a lot of time when they are reviewing resumes, even when they are sitting in front of you. That is why you will need to bullet your job duties so that it can be scanned and viewed easily and quickly. Make sure that your verbs and your adjectives are accurately used to best describe what it is you can do and what you are all about.
To See More on Resumes…..
Go to www.wpmgnetwork.com and either sign in or register. Create a username and a password to give you access to the different types of resume formats. Learn the difference between chronological resume, functional resume and a combination resume. Check out the Action Verbs Section,
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by cjxpadmin | Mar 1, 2012 | First Issue, Job Readiness, March 2012 Magazine
The Interviewing Process Can Be Demanding, But Rewarding.
One of the most important part of the interview is, of course, you know it, appearance! Be impressive, but not overly dressed and create a great first impression. This is what the interviewer will based their opinion on from the very start. Also, remember to remove any unusual piercings and try to cover up any tattoos, just for the sake of the interview.
Of course, you know to be timely, but go beyond that and give yourself at least 15 minutes of “calming down and getting yourself together” time. This will allow you to get a little refreshed, find your resume or any other documents you will be needing. Sometimes, some companies will ask you for other information and you may have to fill out something else so give yourself plenty of time to do this and still be ready for your interview.
Another important part of the interview is the questions and answers session. This doesn’t just mean that the employer will ask YOU questions. It also means that you must be prepared with vital questions of your own so that you can ask your interviewer. Be interested in the company you are interviewing with and know a bit about their history and background. Job applicants who don’t ask questions make interviewers lose confidence in them and it makes them feel that you might not possess the ability to take on a job as great as the one they are offering you.
When being interviewed for a job, be sure to look the interviewer in the eye when he/she is talking to you. There is nothing that looks like disinterest if the interviewer is talking to you and you are looking out the window or cleaning your nails or worse than that, checking your email messages or texts on your phone. A Big NO NO!!!
Also two other very important aspects of the interview are an enthusiastic smile and a firm handshake. I don’t mean smile at everything he or she says and I don’t mean break the person’s hand when you shake it. I just mean exhibit a friendly personality with a smile here and there and a handshake that says, “I am confident!”
Questions You Should Be Ready To Answer.
These are questions that are pretty standard. In the blue box are questions an interviewer may ask you and in the green box are questions you should be prepared to ask of the interviewer. For examples of the answers to these questions and more questions, go to www.wpmgnetwork.com/tlntacdmylulac and either sign in or register to go to the website and look up the publication, Interviewing Gets the Job.
While there, check out some of the other publications such as Introduction to Resume Writing, Web-Based Applications or Salary Negotiations. ?
by cjxpadmin | Mar 1, 2012 | First Issue, Job Market, March 2012 Magazine
What Can They Teach You About Your Aspirations?
Customer service representative… technical support specialist… administrative assistant… snore! Are you tired of empty job titles that just don’t get you out of bed in the morning? From banana gassing to wrinkle chasing, check out 10 of the most unusual jobs you’ve never heard of and stimulate some fascinating career field exploration.
Unusual Job #1: Ice Cream Taster
John Harrison has the most delicious job in the business. As Official Ice Cream Taster for Dreyers Ice Cream (not to be confused with Breyers), John gets paid to sample three cartons of each flavor daily to check product quality. He claims the gig isn’t all fun and games since he must maintain a strict, spice-free diet; however, being surrounded by Rocky Road sounds like a sweet deal nonetheless.
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Unusual Job #2: Hair Simulation Supervisor
Believe it or not, those proficient in the art of creating 3-D hair are hot commodities in the world of animation. Just ask Mark Thomas Henne, the man responsible for every follicle flip in Pixar’s CGI blockbuster, ‘The Incredibles.’ According to Nathan Pieratt, Director of the Online Animation Program at Westwood College, the industry has shifted from 2-D design to 3-D digital media, giving rise to highly specific jobs. “This industry is huge,” Pieratt says. “Students are blown away by how hard it is and how exciting it is, too.”
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Unusual Job #3: Palliative Care Technician
A cross between M.D.s and hospice workers, palliative care technicians ameliorate symptoms, but don’t cure disease for terminally ill patients. On top of medical training, technicians must be prepared to handle the legal, psychological, and ethical issues associated with death. Online courses like the End of Life Issues Program at the University of South Florida provide medical professionals with background to help patients and families cope with grief.
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Unusual Job #4: Banana Gasser
Less flatulent than it sounds, banana gassers finish off what Mother Nature started. To make sure the bottom of your split is tasty, bananas are shipped while they’re still green to prevent bruising. Gassers for the JFC Fruit Company are in charge of moving new shipments into hermetically sealed chambers where the fruit is sprayed with an ethylene gas to catalyze ripening. According to the company Web site, trained gassers use the computer program “Probe” to determine how much gas should be applied and for how long. The process can take anywhere from three to eight days, after which bananas hit grocery store shelves yellow and ready to be eaten. Bon appetite!
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Unusual Job #5: Fire Scientist
Specializing in experiments involving flame, fire scientists do everything from checking gas pipe leaks to blowing things up. Grads from the University of Maryland’s University College online fire science program not only learn the science behind smithereens,but are also trained in emergency management and arson investigation.
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by cjxpadmin | Mar 1, 2012 | A View, First Issue, March 2012 Magazine
Oh, the joys of being a dad! Rough housing with the kids, building tree houses with the boys, and, of course, the random tea parties with princes pearly pants! The only problem is trying to balance out your work life and your life as a father. If you’re the good dad we know you are, you want to spend as much time with your kids as possible. But with this economy, work hours are getting longer and time with your family is getting shorter. Here are some things that could possibly make your life a little easier.
1. Keep from stressing out. We know that’s like putting the chicken before the egg, but not stressing out is the first thing that you need to accomplish. More men die of heart problems every year due to anxiety. Taking thirty minutes to an hour out for you each day to just decompress could make all the difference in the world to you. If you have to throw the white clothes in the washer or help to start dinner, just take that time while it’s going to do something for you.
2. Keep from overextending yourself. When you have a lot to do, you tend to try to cram as many activities as you can into your day. But instead of patting yourself on the back for a job well done, you fill it up with more things! You will get more done when you take only a few projects at a time instead of carrying the load for the office. It’s better to get three things done well than to get no things done at all or done badly.
3. Keep from becoming a ghost. Yes, you’re working 18 hours a day. Yes, your boss is calling every 5 minutes, but there comes a point when you have to focus on why you are working so hard — your family and yourself. If you are not taking time for either of these things, then, what is the point? So often, men become so engrossed with making money that they don’t make the time to see their children. Taking time to reaffirm your reasons for working hard is never a bad thing. But take the time to focus on your goals and it reminds your children that you care for them.
4. Keep a positive attitude. There is nothing like thinking happy thoughts! Every day you’re at work, you are one step closer to your dream. Every time you hug your child, you are just a little closer to cementing that bond that will carry you both throughout your lives. You have a goal and you know that though it may not happen right away, you will get there. Just keep the big picture in front of you and move forward. Just remember that the path to your goal may not be a straightforward one. You might have thought you were going to become President
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