Recession Proof Jobs – Federal Government
Of all the recession proof jobs, the federal government comes to mind first and foremost as a safe haven for those wishing to stay employed through uncertain economic times. Most government operations, especially the federal government, usually don’t see a recession like the private industry does. This is simply because their income has a very [...]
Five Tips for the Student Worker
Given the state of the economy, it’s understandable that we hear a lot about the difficulties new college graduates are facing as they enter the work force. What we don’t hear a lot about is the job-seeker who is still a full time college student. The college years are, however, one of the most important [...]
Recession Proof Jobs – Liquor, Cigarettes and Hope
Recession proof jobs are in demand. I know plenty of people who wish they had one. If you’re one of those people, then I’m here to tell you that jobs involving liquor, cigarettes and hope usually have plenty of customer demand whether the economy is booming or busting. No amount of war, poverty, job loss, [...]
Recession Proof Jobs – What do They Look Like?
Let’s face it. You’ll not find recession proof jobs advertised as such in the local paper. Nevertheless, I think we can sort out some of the characteristics of such jobs at least from a general perspective. If there’s one thing we can count on from history, it’s that it repeats itself. Life lessons don’t seem [...]
Job Loss – Thinking About a Backup Plan?
With job loss statistics looking rather grim these days, perhaps it’s time to consider what kind of backup plan you might implement in the event that your primary source of employment goes belly up. It seems to me that too many people are counting on the job they have and keeping their fingers crossed that [...]
Recession Proof Jobs – Utilities
There probably is no such thing as recession proof jobs, but there are several that I can think of that are about as close to recession proof as you can get. If you and your family are interested in steady work and insulation from economic ups and downs, then I have a suggestion – go [...]
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