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Layoffs Rise over The same period last year

A Net-Giver Focused on Helping People “Between Successes” [caption id="attachment_11828" align="alignleft" width="214"] Rich Spriggle, SVP[/caption] Rich Spriggle appears as a guest expert on the Emotional Balance Sheet podcast. The episode provides guidance for people in a professional transition as well as insight into how #TeamChallenger launches a...

Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. February 2021 Job Cuts Report Published march 4, 2021 Planned job cuts announced by U.S.-based companies fell 57% to 34,531 in February from 79,552 in January. It was the lowest monthly total since December 2019, when 32,843 job cuts were announced, according...

How to Create a Compelling Cover Letter PUBLISHED March 1, 2021 The cover letter allows you to clearly and succinctly state your case for why the hiring manager should hire you. How we apply for jobs has changed dramatically in the last decade. Through LinkedIn, you can apply...

Filings for initial jobless claims dropped to 730,000, the lowest weekly level since late November "We know really fast job growth is coming as soon as some of these industries—hospitality, entertainment and travel—can get going again,” said Andy Challenger, senior vice president at outplacement firm Challenger,...

As part of ABC 7's series "Ready to Work," jobs expert Andy Challenger with Challenger, Gray & Christmas joined ABC7 for some tips on how people can prepare for a phone interview and how to put your best foot forward when you are on a...

Indeed, the most important aspect to the job search is networking. But what if you don't already have a solid network in place, or it has been a while since you connected? It is crucial that you begin to build or reconnect with your network. Below...

Andy Challenger appeared on ABC7 as the February Jobs Expert discussing switching industries during the pandemic. Tips For Switching Industries/Careers Cast A Wide Net. Consider many different industries because casting the widest net possible will greatly improve one’s chance of success. Job seekers should realize that they...

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