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The ethics of medical job shadowing: Who benefits?
The patient was about to undergo surgery when the surgeon came into the hospital room with "a clan of about six 'student doctors'." It was uncomfortable and embarrassing: As the young students craned...
Posted on 3/13/13 at 10:57 AM
Legislative notebook: Dayton backs new Iron Ore Alliance
By Danielle Killey Employees and officials at U.S. Steel want to keep their industry strong and hope the new Iron Ore Alliance is one way to do that. We need policies that will help the industry gro...
Posted on 2/21/13 at 9:47 AM
The Top 3 Reasons People File Bankruptcy (and tips to avoid them)
As a financial counselor with LSS, I provide bankruptcy services to clients, including individual counseling and teaching a financial management course. This experience coupled with bankruptcy statist...
Posted on 11/5/12 at 9:15 AM
Eat the Rich
Are you mad at rich people? Do you respect them? The class warfare debate is as alive as ever, and an article in the New York Timesstirred the coals with this piece. It says that France's new Socialis...
Posted on 8/8/12 at 12:20 PM
Totally off the subject...
As many of you know, I am reporter for the Echo Press newspaper in Alexandria, MN. Because of this, I have been afforded many different opportunities...I have been skydiving; I have been a firefighter...
Posted on 4/28/10 at 1:00 AM
New effort encourages women to pursue computing, technology careers
Despite holding six in 10 American jobs, women held just 25 percent of computing occupations in 2011.October 09, 2012
Klobuchar seeks law protecting job applicants privacy on Facebook
U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) joined three other senators this week to announce the introduction of legislation to prohibit an employer from requiring a current or potential employee to turn over their password to a Facebook or other private online account.May 12, 2012
Study presents statistics about minimum-wage workers in Minnesota
A study released by the Department of Labor and Industry estimates 95,000 Minnesota workers were paid $7.25 an hour or less during the year ending July 2010; this represents 6.6 percent of the 1.45 million hourly workers in the state.November 26, 2011
Job market should be favorable for those who network, intern and prepare
While the job market is still extremely competitive, the good news for college grads this year is that hiring will be up, according to the results of the eighth annual MN College Job Outlook 2012.By Staff Report , October 02, 2011
New law helps returning soldiers get jobs
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar today announced that legislation to help returning soldiers get good jobs goes into effect this week on October 1.By Staff Report , September 29, 2011
Job hunters urged to watch out for phony postings
If you’re looking for a job, you’re not alone. With unemployment at a rate of 9.1 percent, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, many job hunters are turning to online job boards to post their resume and search for jobs.By Staff Report , August 21, 2011
Survey: Students need more realistic job expectations
Employers have a message to recent graduates expecting to enter the job market: Get real.By Staff Report , June 27, 2011
Job fair will take place in Alexandria tomorrow
The 2011 Greater Alexandria Area Job Resource Fair will take place tomorrow, February 9, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexandria Technical and Community College Law Enforcement Gymnasium.By Staff Report , February 08, 2011
How to get a temporary job over the holidays
Many job hunters will get an early present this year as retailers are increasing the number of hires for the holiday season. Competition for these jobs will likely be fierce, and the Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) recommends applying early and taking steps to put your best foot forward.By Staff Report , November 07, 2010
IRS highlights job opportunities for new grads on YouTube
The Internal Revenue Service now has a new job search tool on YouTube dedicated to helping job seekers learn about employment opportunities at the IRS.By Staff Report , July 10, 2010
Mirror, mirror on the web; survey shows majority of professionals Google themselves
Although some may dub it “egosurfing,” others might call it a wise career move to conduct a web search to see what information about you is available online. After all, what is visible to you also is visible to potential employers.By Staff Report , April 24, 2010
Here's how teens can stay safe on the job
The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) provides information on child labor laws, summer job safety, and what to do if your teen is still searching for that perfect summer gig.June 07, 2009
Job slump sharpens interest in new careers
February 18, 2009
Greater Alexandria Area Job Fair is February 11
The Lakes Area Business and Employer Council is excited to announce that the 5th annual Greater Alexandria Area Job Fair is coming up on Wednesday, February 11.January 30, 2009
Job program celebrates 40 years of service
For the past 40 years, RMCEP has been a recognized leader in workforce development, serving the 19-county area of north central and west central Minnesota.August 29, 2008
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