2 new blogs for job seekers

I just discovered two new blogs for job seekers.

#1 is by Jim Stroud a well known recruiter who gives out job search advice at jobs.jimstroud.com.

#2 is by Manpower the employment agency.

Manpower's newest blog, Contemporary Working, by 26-year Manpower veteran and Vice President of World of Work Solutions, Melanie Holmes, guides employers and employees through today's
workplace with a blend of curiosity, a deep understanding of the issues and
an openness to fresh thinking.

We know there are concerns about the big issues like the 43 percent of
the population that could pack up their bags for retirement in the next
decade," Holmes said. "But, people are also looking for quick answers to
personal questions, such as how to dress for a second interview or politely
decline a business dinner invitation."

The blog, found at http://www.manpowerblogs.com/holmes, serves as an
open forum to facilitate an exchange of ideas on tips, tools and topics as
diverse as the workplace itself. Frequent topics include the aging
workforce, the looming talent crunch, working women, work-life balance,
workplace diversity of all kinds, professional etiquette and more.

Melanie's posts are inspired by a multitude of sources, some of which
incorporate current events, Manpower research, what she is watching on TV
or listening to on her iPod, and even her two dogs: Wilson, a Cavalier King
Charles Spaniel, and Hannah, a yellow Lab.

Holmes, who began her career as a temporary employee at Manpower in
1982 and earned a MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of
Management at age 55, draws on her extensive background to create a
learning environment for all workers.

"I have been fortunate to learn many things from great people over the
years," Holmes said. "I'm looking forward to a lively exchange of ideas
with visitors to the blog."