After five months of being out of work, and seven months of looking, I have recently been offered a job. Great, right? Of course it is, but it's presenting an ethical dilemma for me. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 12, 2009 - 44 answers

Flat-out asking for a government contract during a cold call: feasible or terrible? [more inside]
posted by cranberrymonger on Jun 11, 2009 - 3 answers

Should I bother applying to this employment agency? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 27, 2009 - 3 answers

In search of temporaryish legal career opportunities in Wichita, Kansas. [more inside]
posted by ibmcginty on Aug 2, 2006 - 3 answers

I need advice on temping in Atlanta. I relocated to Atlanta from Boston a week ago and would like to start working as soon as possible. I've been sending out resumes, but haven't had any bites yet. I have a lot of professional administrative experience and have previously worked for colleges and public television. I've had experience with less than great temp offices (Office Team) and would like to know if anyone could suggest a good place to try. [more inside]
posted by Constant Reader on May 11, 2006 - 4 answers

What is the reasoning behind temporary positions, and is "Temp to Hire "usually a line of bullshit to get you excited about a job? [more inside]
posted by angry modem on Mar 6, 2005 - 15 answers