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ArtBistro's job search capabilities offer a lot more value to those searching for creative jobs than might be noticed at a first glance. We can help you find exactly the jobs you are looking for - this article will help you get the most out of your search for art and design jobs. [widget:1921] Seven Secrets: Power Job Searching Awaits We ...

Are you interested in a design related career? If so check out our guide to design careers. Which career are you more suited to? You can find out here. You can also find out what you would typically make in the profession of your choice. Keep in mind that these are average salaries across geographic areas. Also, a mean salary includes ...

Virtual life can breed success, so don't be left out, just follow our guide on how to get a life online Are you wandering aimlessly – or worse, hiding in a corner – in the virtual world? If you signed up to an array of networking websites but now don’t know whether to connect with or simply poke someone, you’re not ...

When executive mentor Bobb Biehl asks men if they admire and aspire to be like anyone in their own careers, they usually can name a few people. But the question stumps many women. Often, these women are the first in their families to reach the upper echelons of business and don’t have much of a career support system. Like any pioneers, ...

What do you do after you've had a successful networking or introductory call? Sending a good letter can't hurt. "View our sample follow-up letter here (PDF format).":http://media.monster.com/mm/usen/content/pdf/followup-letter.pdf [widget:9_steps_guide_art_benifits]

How much are you worth in today's job market? Does your salary reflect the level of contribution you have been making to your employer? The answer may surprise you, as many employees are seriously underpaid. The amount of money you receive is, in great part, determined by negotiations between you and your employer. There's an old saying that goes something like ...

You know the feeling: That moment in the interview when you realize the opportunity has passed you by. Or perhaps you think you're interviewing well, but you aren't getting any results. You need to figure out what you are doing wrong and fix it ASAP. But where do you start? Third-party headhunters and recruitment agencies often provide invaluable feedback when they ...

Your best office bud just got promoted. Sure, you want to be happy about the big break, but you've got mixed feelings now that your former confidante is in a plush office and you're still stuck in your yeoman's cube. Just ask Tori Pinellas of Minneapolis. She and a colleague had forged an us-against-them bond while working at a local television ...

h4. Fibbing on your resume is a really bad idea. First, you probably will be found out by the army of commercial background screeners that employers deploy to scour resumes, check criminal records and pull credit histories. Plus, you don't need to. Many bosses are pretty forgiving if you come clean about a minor brush with the law or a supervisor ...

I've done my own taxes for years now. As an artist, at least a portion of my income has come under self-employment. I would love to pay someone to do this for me, but there was a mound of work just to prepare it for the accountant. By the time I got all of that information in order, added up, divided ...

The best way to cut down the work on tax day is to be organized before tax day. Some simple tips: h4. Income Keep track of your income. Collect 1099s, save invoices, and deposit slips. As you deposit this money, make a note who it is from so that you don't have to look at it and wonder later. Make a ...

I bought myself a new car today. I couldn't resist when I set my eyes on it. The model is kind of vintage Mercedes, beautifully curved with a shiny radiator grille and golden bumpers. It even has hand crafted rims. Tell me, who could possibly resist a car like that? Obviously, I was most impressed with its colors and delicate textures. ...

It's All About The Ambience I am one of those people (as I'm sure many of us are) who goes out to a bar or restaurant and, other than drinking or eating, takes a look at and pretty much ends up critiquing the overall design and experience of the place. I know I'm not alone in this - especially as the ...

You've been unemployed for six months. Your spouse recently passed away. You think you're too old, fat or stupid to find a job. Keep thinking that way, and you'll prove yourself right. Negative thinking and speaking can derail your job search. Most employers want to hire happy people -- not people who are down on themselves and the world. Picture two ...

Looking for a proven way to jump-start your postcollege job search, pursue a career change to design or just get an edge? Internships could be the answer. Here's how to use your resume to get an internship as well as portray your experience once you've completed one. h3. The Internship Advantage Recent graduates and career changers have something in common: Minimal ...

For night owls and early birds, the traditional 9-to-5 workday can be agonizing. The exhausted night owl drags himself bleary-eyed into the office every morning, while the chipper early bird finds his energy waning well before quitting time. But there are ways to cope. Experts offer these workplace survival strategies for those with body clocks out of sync with their employers' ...

While the holiday season brings joy to many, some feel like they're employed by Scrooge when they get stuck working rather than celebrating. But with planning and preparation, a proactive manager can keep the "bah humbugs" to a minimum and the workplace running smoothly this holiday season. "You're not going to make everyone happy, but by developing a system that people ...

Whether you're trying to land a job or make new business contacts, networking can be one of your most fruitful strategies. And if there's one industry in which people know the value of networking, it's entertainment. Although the entertainment industry has something others may not - like countless events offering opportunities for aspiring stars to schmooze with power players - you ...

After a promising job interview, follow-up is essential. That's why it pays to send a great thank-you note to your interviewer. View our "sample post-interview thank-you note here (PDF format).":http://media.monster.com/mm/usen/content/pdf/Thank-You%20Letter%20Post-Interview.pdf "Present yourself in the best light. Monster’s resume and cover letter writing service can help.":http://resources.monster.com/resume-writing-services/?msource=cont-res-samples_07.2008 [widget:9_steps_guide_art_benifits]

In this recession, finding a job right now is harder than ever. The competition is getting tough. If you have passed through the first round and landed an interview congratulate yourself, you are one step closer to getting that dream job. Making sure that you present yourself the best is the single most important thing you will do, after all, this ...