Navigating the Job Search During Challenging Times

Navigating the Job Search During Challenging Times

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From October 2011 to September 2012, I was part of the average 8.3% unemployment rate the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported for that time period. While my time in the job search paled in comparison to the rapidly increasing rates that some are projecting due to the current COVID-19 threat, a few tips I picked up during that time (and have continued using) still apply.

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The Supersuckers

The Supersuckers

Eddie Spaghetti (left) and Marty Chandler of The Supersuckers perform at Dans Silver Leaf in Denton, Texas.

Preventative Measures

Preventative Measures

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During an especially active flu season that started in October 2017 and continued through late April 2018, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that more than 200,000 of its residents tested positive for the flu virus and more than 30,000 people were hospitalized.

Considering the 2017-2018 flu outbreak is on target to surpass the record season of 2014-2015 and the scope of the next flu threat is still unknown, it’s even more important for event professionals to watch out for the health of attendees, as well as themselves.

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Meet Puerto Rico Wants to Give Meeting and Event Industry Opportunity to Be Part of Rebuilding Process

Meet Puerto Rico Wants to Give Meeting and Event Industry Opportunity to Be Part of Rebuilding Process

As Puerto Rico recovers from the damage caused by Hurricane Maria, they’re turning to the meeting and event industry for suggestions on how to come back better than before, Meet Puerto Rico President and CEO Milton Segarra said on Tuesday at IMEX America.

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