2009 April - Part 2

jobster is an entrepreneur machine

29. April 2009

By Vanessa Dennis - Recruiting platform Jobster, which launched in 2004 as one of the most hyped startups in the recruiting space, seems to be acting as not just an incubator of ideas, but a breeding ground for successful entrepreneurs. Jobster may be going through an identity crisis, but their ex-employees are having no problem figuring out what they want to be known for.

trimming the fat, literally

29. April 2009

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During the recession employers who engage in layoffs may describe this process as "trimming the fat," but these same employers may want to consider their own bulges when evaluating the effects of the economy.

career centers cash in w/ new program

29. April 2009

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By Vanessa Dennis - ResumeGPS is a new program for colleges, associations, and workforce boards that was designed by the folks at OptimalResume, a provider of career center management software currently embedded within 600 college career hubs in the U.S. According to Dave McNasby, OptimalResume's COO and the chief architect behind this new tool, ResumeGPS is a part of their Corporate-Connect Program, which offers employers resume searching capabilities, job postings, brand advertising, and event reservations.