With outsourcing, downsizing and plant shutdowns increasing, teens, young adults and recent college graduates are finding themselves competing with the unemployed and under employed for the ever-shrinking supply of desirable jobs.

Who do you think gets the best job? It is not always the most qualified. How often have you heard, “I’m sorry, you’re over-qualified for this position”? An employment consultant says, “The job often goes to the most effective job seeker.” We have five suggestions that just might give you the edge you need to find your next job. [Read more...]