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Those who want to hang up their business suits and park the commuter car in the garage permanently can take heart. Work from home jobs have increased exponentially in the last decade. Thousands are giving up the rat-race for a five-second commute from the breakfast nook to the home office. By 9 a.m., most workers have fought an hour of traffic to arrive at the office. In contrast, the telecommuter already has completed at least an eighth of his workday.Internet technology has allowed working from home to become a viable option for many Americans. In the time it takes to fire up your computer, you can be connected to your workplace's server. Instant chat makes communication between home and office quick and convenient. Personal digital assistants and other devices add to the convenience factor and even make it possible to work away from one's home office. Work from home jobs have replaced the office cubicle for several reasons. Employees like these jobs because:*They allow ... details >>>

With 100% of customers currently on placement A4e.TV went out to meet the Southport team last week and see what they were doing that was making their current success rate so high. A day was spent meeting various customers who are currently on placement or have just been offered jobs with local employers and see what was happening. It looks like Southport are doing a great job when it comes to mathcing up what customers want to do and finding them placements suited to their skills and long term career goals. The video is live now on A4e.TV under Success Stories so follow the link below to see more about what they are doing and let us know if you are finding anything paticularly useful when placing customers at the moment.... details >>>

You're unemployed and wondering how to make money because unemployment benefits don't cover your expenses; job search is long and discouraging; you find employers, but they are not calling you for an interview, and jobs resources are often paid memberships that you can't justify paying for. What to do!  many of you ultimately occupy yourself with something other than thinking about money and work.  Sometimes this is productive and sometimes it's counterproductive.  On Twitter, I've seen posts saying they are dreading filling out their unemployment benefits questionnaire so they can get paid.  Kind of self-destructive thinking... I can relate.  Been there.  The trick is to focus your mind where the GOLD is.  This is a trick!  How do you stay afloat, pay the bills, perhaps take a rest from stress at work, avoid unemployment stress, take care of the family, and the list goes on.... First, don't give up on yourself or on the possibilities that are available... details >>>

  Improve your chances by volunteering. Gain valuable experience,enhance your skills and make new connections!   Even if you’re looking for a paid job, volunteering is well worth considering. As well as the obvious feel good factor from giving your time to a worthy cause, there can be some real benefits for your career.   You may be frustrated because you know what you’re looking for but you don’t have the experience or perhaps you just want to try something new. Whatever the reasons, giving time to volunteer is an excellent way to learn new skills and gain useful experience. And this can help you find your next job and launch your career.   Choice   Charities and not-for-profit organisations recruit hundreds of thousands of volunteers every year throughout the UK and the range of opportunities on offer is endless. From sports coaching to fundraising, eBay trading to mentoring, volunteering is a great way to hone your... details >>>

Boost your job hunting prospects   Social networking sites are now used by one on three employers to connect with potential recruits. Which means that it's no longer just a case of what you know but how you promote yourself on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn that will give you the upper hand in today's tough jobs market.   According to research from recruitment specialist Harvey Nash and the Department for Work and Pensions, half of employers believe that if candidates invest time in developing a strong online brand using social networks and networking, they are more likely to be hired.   "Employers are increasingly looking for new recruits who have a strong online brand," says social networking expert Dan Rutherford.   "A good place to start is with your Facebook profile. Use it as a personal ad detailing your skills and qualifications.   "Nobody will see your CV unless you point them in the right direction... details >>>

That’s a question that has been on the minds of candidates for years and if you don’t know anyone on the inside, finding the answer can be a difficult task.  The people conducting the interviews certainly aren't going to give you an honest answer. They... details >>>