As we all know, the recession has made many industries go for a toss. Just about every industry is reeling under the strain and stress of the quick falls and difficult rises that make the average working day rock with stress and toil.
However, not every industry is doing poorly. All have been hit, yes, but not all are evenly affected. There are some industries which continue to do well despite all that the global market has seen.
IT and dotcom companies have been a hot item among companies that have been less recession hit than others. With the internet age, it seems the natural course of events that businesses under this category would do well.
Another happening business right now is the career in finance profession. Senior professionals in finance have said that it continues to be a leading industry despite the economic downturn.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Recession-safe Jobs
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Coping with being jobless during recession
Being jobless can be really gloomy. As time passes by without having any luck with a job search, your sense of self-worth slips and you begin to question your capabilities. Your accolades in the past will just wipe off from your memory and continue to sulk.
If you have been fired, or have been asked to leave, it doesn’t mean failure in the eyes of everyone else, even though you may feel depressed. If you lose a job, there are some steps you should take.
The most dangerous things one can feel being unemployed is the feeling of worthlessness. This can trigger deep depression. A person can get crazy and/or suicidal because of this. But this can be fought with doses of positive thinking and optimism.
It is normal to feel sad if you suddenly find yourself unemployed. Set a grieving period but as soon as it ends, think of only the now and the future. There’s much to be done and never let the past bog you down.
Don’t be a bum..A typical coping mechanism is just loafing on the couch, drinking brews and watching games and reruns of whatever program there is to watch. While you are missing out on possible job opportunities, you are also letting your health deteriorate.
Start a job search, now.
Just like when you’re starting out, job search do have some downtime in between interviews so try to do things that would lift up your spirits. Take on a hobby or some volunteer work. Exercise. Physical activity helps pump happy chemicals in your body that would help you boost your morale.
If there is an issue with money, list down your financial assets - your cash, deposits, and investments - and make a budget for the tough month/s up ahead. If you will be short on paying the utility and other bills, ask your creditors for some help during this tough time.
If you aren’t having any luck securing a stable long-term work, try exploring other options like consultancy and freelancing. There’s a lot of freelance work available. While it doesn’t present that long-term security, at least you’ll have something to tide you over for the time being.
Consider a career shift. The economy may have an effect on the viability of your field so why not try out other career paths. Who knows? Your current skill sets can be. Try consulting a career counselor for some precious advice.
If you have been fired, or have been asked to leave, it doesn’t mean failure in the eyes of everyone else, even though you may feel depressed. If you lose a job, there are some steps you should take.
The most dangerous things one can feel being unemployed is the feeling of worthlessness. This can trigger deep depression. A person can get crazy and/or suicidal because of this. But this can be fought with doses of positive thinking and optimism.
It is normal to feel sad if you suddenly find yourself unemployed. Set a grieving period but as soon as it ends, think of only the now and the future. There’s much to be done and never let the past bog you down.
Don’t be a bum..A typical coping mechanism is just loafing on the couch, drinking brews and watching games and reruns of whatever program there is to watch. While you are missing out on possible job opportunities, you are also letting your health deteriorate.
Start a job search, now.
Just like when you’re starting out, job search do have some downtime in between interviews so try to do things that would lift up your spirits. Take on a hobby or some volunteer work. Exercise. Physical activity helps pump happy chemicals in your body that would help you boost your morale.
If there is an issue with money, list down your financial assets - your cash, deposits, and investments - and make a budget for the tough month/s up ahead. If you will be short on paying the utility and other bills, ask your creditors for some help during this tough time.
If you aren’t having any luck securing a stable long-term work, try exploring other options like consultancy and freelancing. There’s a lot of freelance work available. While it doesn’t present that long-term security, at least you’ll have something to tide you over for the time being.
Consider a career shift. The economy may have an effect on the viability of your field so why not try out other career paths. Who knows? Your current skill sets can be. Try consulting a career counselor for some precious advice.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Formula for Success: Timely + helpful = getting paid
I had to book some tickets for a trip I was making. Researching the net, I finally came to Sulekha.com and added my number for travel agents in the area.
Sure enough, true to form, not more than 10 second later, I get a call from an agent who though not perfect in English, made the attempt for my lack of knowing the local language. In his broken English, we got along and I was soon nearing the end of my booking time.
I had gotten three missed calls from another number that had tried to buzz not even a few seconds after my first call began. Naturally, since I was on call, I ignored the tiny beep on the background of my phone. The agent I spoke to was helpful, and within minutes I had my booked tickets in my email.
Why had he gotten the business and the lady who later called didn’t? It was because he was prompt in responding to my query for help. And even after I hung up the call with the travel agent, the woman who had tried calling earlier was hardly helpful. When I asked her to speak in English, she simply hung up.
In my opinion, a formula for success is: timely + being helpful = getting paid and getting the job done! Kudos to that agent, may we all be as efficient and helpful as he.
Sure enough, true to form, not more than 10 second later, I get a call from an agent who though not perfect in English, made the attempt for my lack of knowing the local language. In his broken English, we got along and I was soon nearing the end of my booking time.
I had gotten three missed calls from another number that had tried to buzz not even a few seconds after my first call began. Naturally, since I was on call, I ignored the tiny beep on the background of my phone. The agent I spoke to was helpful, and within minutes I had my booked tickets in my email.
Why had he gotten the business and the lady who later called didn’t? It was because he was prompt in responding to my query for help. And even after I hung up the call with the travel agent, the woman who had tried calling earlier was hardly helpful. When I asked her to speak in English, she simply hung up.
In my opinion, a formula for success is: timely + being helpful = getting paid and getting the job done! Kudos to that agent, may we all be as efficient and helpful as he.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Salaries being hiked by 12%, says Finance Minister?
On the 26th of March the Indian Government Legislation Party passed a bill that all Indian employees working for private companies will receive an automatic 10% raise against any and all jobs.
The 2009 Conversion of Recession Bill, said that government employees would receive a 12% salary hike in an attempt to retain the top talent that were crucial to facilitating a smooth-running country.
When reached for confirmation, the Finance Minister of India, declined to comment.
Whether or not this is the case, any hike in salary upgradation and promotions finance-wise is much appreciated by the general public thanks to the steady decline in job market trends and otherwise.
Globally jobs are diminishing, in thousands of companies employees are being let go and internationally, salaries are getting slashed by percentages. We at TimesJobs would like to reassure you that yes, there is no place like home, and no place then that which is tried and proven.
Hearing this new news may make many of you lose interest in TimesJobs. We would like to encourage you that with thousands of satisfied candidates, we promise to continue to bring you the best. Oh yeah, and Happy April Fools ;)! Get your salary hike by finding a new better paying job at TimesJobs.com
The 2009 Conversion of Recession Bill, said that government employees would receive a 12% salary hike in an attempt to retain the top talent that were crucial to facilitating a smooth-running country.
When reached for confirmation, the Finance Minister of India, declined to comment.
Whether or not this is the case, any hike in salary upgradation and promotions finance-wise is much appreciated by the general public thanks to the steady decline in job market trends and otherwise.
Globally jobs are diminishing, in thousands of companies employees are being let go and internationally, salaries are getting slashed by percentages. We at TimesJobs would like to reassure you that yes, there is no place like home, and no place then that which is tried and proven.
Hearing this new news may make many of you lose interest in TimesJobs. We would like to encourage you that with thousands of satisfied candidates, we promise to continue to bring you the best. Oh yeah, and Happy April Fools ;)! Get your salary hike by finding a new better paying job at TimesJobs.com
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Save your job in recession
Here are four ways to save your job in times of recession:
Update your skills
Network
Make a list of at least 10 business contacts and start locking in times to catch up. They might find you a brilliant new job sooner than expected, be able to help you out if things go bust at your current employer or, at the very least, be fun to have a drink with.
Keep an eye out
It pays to always be one step ahead of the game and, if you are going to have to start a job search, it’s good to be aware of what’s out there. That said; don’t jump too soon. If you know a new job could be waiting in the wings, it’s definitely worth picking up a solid redundancy payout on the way out the door.
Get a job where there is a skills shortage
Despite a slowdown in residential construction, builders, plumbers and other trades are still in high demand on commercial projects. Health and education are resilient regardless of economic growth or decline. Find your niche and stick to it!
Friday, March 6, 2009
Happy Holiday from TimesJobs
We at TimesJobs want to wish you all a happy festival season. As you revel in the beauty of color, the freedom of laughter and the wonder of a woman, we wish you a Happy Holi and a memorable Women's Day.
Do check out our festival offer of upto 30% off on Career Service Products!
Happy Holiday!
Do check out our festival offer of upto 30% off on Career Service Products!
Happy Holiday!
Monday, March 2, 2009
Learn from experience itself!
Live Chat session with Karthik Sarma, Chief People Office, WNS Global Services between 3 pm and 4 pm on 4th March, 2009
We at TimesJobs are back with a new initiative that is bound to get you loving us (and TimesJobs :D) even more!
TimesJobs brings to you candidates a never-available-before luxury that you can be a part of! Its a new initiative in which jobseekers can ask well known HR Heads job-related questions that they've always wanted to know the answers to, gain tips, benefit from their rich knowledge and more!
How does Live Chat works?
You can ask your questions in the Chat window on the Live Chat Session page, by clicking on 'Ask questions now' as the event is in progress. Our moderators screening the questions, will pick the best and relevant ones and pass them on to the guests to answer live. Your questions and its responses by the speaker will then appear real-time in the chat room.
We are proud to announce that on Wednesday, 4th March 2009 between 3 pm to 4 pm, Karthik Sarma, Chief People Officer of WNS Global Services will be available online to answer questions relating to the subject as TimesJobs guest! The topic of the session will be Career Stability in IT/ITeS industry because of Economic Slowdown.
If you would like to join the event, all you have to do is click here! We will keep you updated on future events as well! See you there!
We at TimesJobs are back with a new initiative that is bound to get you loving us (and TimesJobs :D) even more!
TimesJobs brings to you candidates a never-available-before luxury that you can be a part of! Its a new initiative in which jobseekers can ask well known HR Heads job-related questions that they've always wanted to know the answers to, gain tips, benefit from their rich knowledge and more!
How does Live Chat works?You can ask your questions in the Chat window on the Live Chat Session page, by clicking on 'Ask questions now' as the event is in progress. Our moderators screening the questions, will pick the best and relevant ones and pass them on to the guests to answer live. Your questions and its responses by the speaker will then appear real-time in the chat room.
We are proud to announce that on Wednesday, 4th March 2009 between 3 pm to 4 pm, Karthik Sarma, Chief People Officer of WNS Global Services will be available online to answer questions relating to the subject as TimesJobs guest! The topic of the session will be Career Stability in IT/ITeS industry because of Economic Slowdown.
If you would like to join the event, all you have to do is click here! We will keep you updated on future events as well! See you there!
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