Careers Now - Joyce Lain Kennedy

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Careers Now--Joyce Lain Kennedy

First to report on workplace technologies and trends, Kennedy has amassed reader praise for three decades. Her Q&A covers high-interest topics, from state-of-the-art job searches and recruiter secrets, to career change pitfalls and the networking lifestyle. For business, features and classified sections.

Careers Now--Joyce Lain Kennedy Samples

How welcome is your dog at work?

DEAR JOYCE: My dog, a well-behaved border collie, looks at me with soulful eyes each morning when I leave for work. Full disclosure: You're asking one of those people whose children have four paws.

Mismatch between jobs and skills?

DEAR JOYCE: We see news stories claiming that some companies can't find enough workers to fill their jobs. The worker-shortage issue relates to a skills gap, which is found chiefly, but not exclusively, in manufacturing and high-tech industries.

Handle tricky questions with care

DEAR JOYCE: Please help me with job interview questions that tie me in knots: "Why have you been out of work so long?

Tips for this year's 'average' grads

DEAR JOYCE: Most model resumes are aimed at graduating college seniors who shine with super grades or impressive achievements. Louise M. Kursmark tells you how. WHO'S WHO.

How to boot a non-compete contract

DEAR JOYCE: I've been offered a better job, but because I was pressured to and did sign a non-compete contract, I'm apparently out of luck.

A low-tech tool you must have

DEAR JOYCE: Last week a hiring manager asked for my business card and gave me a questioning look when I said I didn't have one. That's a possibility, but only if it's true.

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