This has been a small story for a little over a year now, but are employers not hiring the unemployed?
News Organizations around the country are reporting employers are not even looking at job applicantion of people who list themselves in the current employer field as unemployed.
The first place I read about this was at CNN Money and they reported "Employment experts say they believe companies are increasingly interested only in applicants who already have a job."
My first reaction was this is so wrong and unfair......did I just say Unfair? Now I see the word 'Unfair' as a marker word that I should look at a subject from a different angle. So I asked myself why would an employer/recruiter want to do this?
Well let us say an employer has one job opening for an engineer and they post the job opening in newspapers and on the internet. They then receive thousands of applications for that one job. The employer does not have the time or money to review all of those applications, so they need/must reduce as quickly as possible the number they will look at.
People need to look (right or wrong) at unemployment as a negative in their life, because the reality is most people who meet someone who is unemployed ask the question - 'So what is wrong with them'. And employers are no different, they do not want someone elses problem or someone who may be lazy.
So they drop all the unemployed to simply reduce the number of people they have to look at. They may miss out on great people, but lets be honest if you are looking at thousands of people and you need to fill this job quickly you are going to set criteria to reduce the number.
Many in the Real Estate Industry work a part-time job to help with the down cycles. The unemployed may need to look at the benefit of listing a part-time on their applications.
Copy one of their articles or use too much in a quote and they'll slap you with a hefty lawsuit. Their normal demand is for $75,000 and also giving them your website domain so that they can wipe it out altogether. They have 107 lawsuits pending at this time.
They are going after websites who allow users to post material, sites like ActiveRain. Imagine if someone did a post using one of the Las Vegas Review-Jounal's articles. One would think that there's no way that ActiveRain should be responsible to monitor every single thing that 190,000 users might post. $75,000 and to be shut down completely is a pretty harsh penalty. But that's what they are trying to do with many sites. They don't give any warning or settle for the offending material to be taken down. They want blood.
I came across this story because one of my favorite sites, www.DailyPaul.com just got slapped with a lawsuit because of this. The site allows users to post stories and posts very much like ActiveRain does. It's a showstring operation funded by donations and some advertising revenue. It's basically a grassroots website trying to help promote freedom and liberty through following Ron Paul and many of his core issues. I think everyone with a website needs to be aware of this story, especially ActiveRain.
Beginning in March, the R-J and its copyright enforcement partner Righthaven rolled out an effort unprecedented in the U.S. newspaper industry consisting of no-warning copyright infringement lawsuits seeking damages of $75,000 apiece and forfeiture of the infringing website domain names.
We have found each of the 107 lawsuits newsworthy and reported on all of them. But it's not the copyright claim itself in each case that's newsworthy, in our view.
It wouldn't have been much of a story if Righthaven had privately contacted each infringer, demanded they remove the infringing material and demanded some sort of fee for the use of the material...
What makes Righthaven so newsworthy is that it's using the federal court system to earn revenue through judgments and settlements with its no-warning lawsuits. That is its business model. When this business model involves suing R-J sources, nonpartisan nonprofits trying to do good in the world and bloggers like the noteworthy "cat lady" in Boston, it's even more newsworthy.
I've just begun to follow the story. I saw a story linking some of the key players of Righhaven with certain political figures. Wouldn't that be a great way to stifle politcal discussion. Identify blogs and sites that you don't like and try to take them down with one of these lawsuits.
Garbage disposals work just fine when coupled with a septic system that has been sized correctly for the property and is maintained on a regular basis. If you have add a plumbing system (bathroom) to your home, your septic system drainage field is now probably undersized.
Do not pour any harmful chemicals, toxic substances, anti-bacterial soap, solvents, etc. into your septic system. These things simply kill the bacteria! Add a product like Rid-x once a month in the toilet (water closet) nearest your septic tank, if you know where it is located.
Do not send ANY solid articles into the septic tank that will displace water! This means cat litter, sanitary napkins, cigarette filters, sand, lots of dirt, etc.
Minimize or eliminate the introduction of cooking grease or oils that go down your drains. Pour these into a glass jar and dispose of with your normal trash.
Space out your water usage. Do different tasks on different days. Introduction of vast amounts of water into the septic tank moves the solid waste particles into the drainfieldpre-maturely!
The following is from an Australian School and is the greatest school answering machine recording of all time.....
The first 30 seconds of the clip has no sound, but after that the real fun begins.
I think the courageous woman who recorded this is a great educator of adults.
Liberals will hate her.
RACE.....What is it all about.....Power.....For Who?
The Tea Party Movement has it right and the Left is once again on the wrong side of history.
As the All American Blogger states "Kevin Jackson Verbally Destroys the Left Wing and It's Beautiful Kevin Jackson, author of the Big Black Lie and The Black Sphere, was part of a press conference today where he did to the left verbally what Ivan Drago did to Apollo Creed physically."
Two reporters engage in a heated exchange with black conservative leaders at a press conference at the National Press Club on August 4, 2010 challenging the NAACP on its charges of racism within the tea party.
Who are these Great Americans and what do they have to say........
"Answering a question from a CNN reporter, Project 21 members Niger Innis (also of the Congress of Racial Equality) and Bob Parks, along with Frantz Kebreau of the National Association for the Advancement of Conservative People of All Colors, question the validity of claims that the tea party movement is racist."
"Courage is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened." -Billy Graham
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As reported CNN Money Public Law 111-148, the Health Care Reform Act or Obamacare, contains a number of revenue raising provisions buried in the back of the legislation. Back in Section 9006 of this law the new IRS Form 1099 requirements can be found that will have very serious consequence.
The basic changes to Form 1099 requirements incorporated in this law take effect at the beginning of 2012. They require that all businesses tabulate payments for goods and services from non-governmental agencies and send a 1099 Form to the recipient if the total exceeds $600 for the entire calendar year.
But under the new rules, if a freelance designer buys a new iMac from the Apple Store, they'll have to send Apple a 1099. A laundromat that buys soap each week from a local distributor will have to send the supplier a 1099 at the end of the year tallying up their purchases. If you have a coffee service and you spend over $ 13.00 per week that is another 1099.
More and More paperwork thank your members of Congress that vote for ObamaCare.
Everyone should think about what you are say to the people around us. Because like it or not, even when you are silent you are speaking volumes.
Here are some areas to think about:
1. Stand tall. Keeping your shoulders back and holding yourself up to your full height will give you an air of confidence.
2. Take your hands out of your pockets. Putting your hands in your pockets is often seen as a sign that you have something to hide.
3. Stand with your arms crossed behind your back. This will help you adjust your posture, and it leaves your hands in a position that is open and not intimidating.
4. Make eye contact. Always look directly into the eyes of the people you are speaking with. This shows you're interested and also gives you a sense of confidence.
5. Sit up straight. Even if you're at an 8 a.m. meeting and feeling tired, it's important to sit up straight in your chair. Slouching makes you look disinterested and can give off an unwanted air of laziness.
6. Face the person you're talking to. This shows you are interested and engaged in the conversation.
7. Shake hands firmly. For many, a handshake is a reflection of the person you're shaking hands with. You don't want to come across as unsure or overbearing, so make sure yours is professional and confident.
8. Always smile. Smiles are contagious and will make others feel positive when you're around.
9. Look your best. You don't have to be model perfect every day, but you should dress appropriately and neatly. Clothes can have a big impact on the way you're perceived.
10. Walk confidently. Keep your head up and take even strides.
A powerful senator dies after a prolonged illness. His soul arrives in heaven and is met by St. Peter at the entrance.
"Welcome to Heaven," says St. Peter. "Before you settle in, it seems there is a problem. We seldom see a high official around these parts, you see, so we're not sure what to do with you."
"No problem, just let me in," says the guy.
"Well, I'd like to but I have orders from higher up. What we'll do is have you spend one day in Hell and one in Heaven. Then you can choose where to spend eternity."
"Really, I've made up my mind. I want to be in Heaven," says the senator.
"I'm sorry but we have our rules."
And with that, St. Peter escorts him to the elevator and he goes down, down, down to Hell. The doors open and he finds himself in the middle of a green golf course. In the distance is a clubhouse and standing in front of it are all his friends and other politicians who had worked with him, everyone is very happy and in evening attire. They run to greet him, hug him, and reminisce about the good times they had while getting rich at the expense of the people. They play a friendly game of golf and then dine on lobster and caviar. Also present is the Devil, who really is a very friendly guy who has a good time dancing and telling jokes. They are having such a good time that before he realizes it, it is time to go. Everyone gives him a big hug and waves while the elevator rises. The elevator goes up, up, up and the door reopens on Heaven where St. Peter is waiting for him.
"Now it's time to visit Heaven."
So 24 hours pass with the head of state joining a group of contented souls moving from cloud to cloud, playing the harp and singing. They have a good time and, before he realizes it, the 24 hours have gone by and St. Peter returns.
"Well then, you've spent a day in Hell and another in Heaven. Now choose your eternity."
He reflects for a minute, then the senator answers, "Well, I would never have said it, I mean Heaven has been delightful, but I think I would be better off in Hell."
So St. Peter escorts him to the elevator and he goes down, down, down to Hell. Now the doors of the elevator open and he is in the middle of a barren land covered with waste and garbage. He sees all his friends, dressed in rags, picking up the trash and putting it in black bags. The Devil comes over to him and lays his arm on his neck. "I don't understand," stammers the senator."Yesterday I was here and there was a golf course and club and we ate lobster and caviar and danced and had a great time. Now all there is, is a wasteland full of garbage and my friends look miserable.
The Devil looks at him, smiles and says, "Yesterday we were campaigning! Today you voted for us! The election is over."
We must act now before Thursday, June 10th! Please email or call your Senator to tell them to vote YES on SJ Res 26 to block the EPA from implementing a cap and trade style carbon emissions regime!
After you call or email, please repost, reblog this page to your friends and families!
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A reminder: This is my public blog. Posters who leave comments that are personal attacks against the blogger or other commentators will be deleted. Debate the issue!!!! Thank you
One of the coolest parts of working with the Resolute Media Group
is the opportunity to meet and interview some amazing people like Herman Cain. One of my partners and I had that opportunity while we were in New Orleans for the SRLC. So, when I see a video such as the one below it gives me true hope in America.
Herman Cain lead a Q&A session at the Douglas County Tea Party when a young woman asked him about the attack by the Left on our Judea-Christian heritage in America. He addressed her question, then went to the last question of the night, and the crowd was not expecting what happened next.....
While Herman Cain is one of my heroes as you can see some of the real Heroes in our great country are everyday Americans who are standing up and speaking out. The Tea Parties across this nation are just the right forum to do this. The New Media movement is working hard to cover what the main stream media does not what you to see.
If you have not had the opportunity to be inspired by Herman Cain's speech from the Southern Republican Leadership Conference here is your chance. Hat Tip to The Right Scoop for this video.
Remember the biggest compliment I can receive is a referral from you!
I would love the opportunity to earn your business!
Alice Linahan Keller Williams Realtor Argyle-DFW Cell 972-322-8313
You can find me where people, homes, opportunity and a bit of imagination intersect!
Note from Alice: This is my post and my opinion and may not be the opinion of Keller Williams Corp.
A reminder: This is my public blog. Posters who leave comments that are personal attacks against the blogger or other commentators will be deleted. Debate the issue!!!! Thank you
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