references covering your rights:

https://www.dol.gov/vets/programs/userra/USERRA_Private.pdf

more in depth with other references to help you know more about your rights! https://www.dol.gov/vets/programs/userra/compliance.htm

employment law: disability discrimination reference of your rights: https://www.dol.gov/odep/pubs/fact/laws.htm

disability resources reference links who where and what is covered and further questions of whats available to you https://www.dol.gov/odep/pubs/fact/laws.htm

i will be posting information about physical rehabilitation program thats very helpful so you can rejoin the work industry productively and they meaning the program reps; are your mediators between you and place of future employment and currently employed to ensure adjust accommodations are met and adhere to so you can return without further complications that could prohibit you to fully fulfill requirements of job, some cases a retrain or job duty reassignment could be implemented. they can assist you on further education opportunities and tec certifications, or state required certifications. you can find the information by contacting your local unemployment office veteran rep, and they will assist you. or go in the D.H.R. office and ask them about the program and they will point you in the right direction. this is a example of what i was talking about. through my research on this i fond it dose very from state to state but very similar in every way:

https://www.drofwv.org/resources/publications/guides/guide-drs/

http://www.dli.pa.gov/Individuals/Disability-Services/ovr/Pages/default.aspx

key word used to fine these pages : disability rehabilitation services

hope this is informative and helps you!

this is what i fond in my research on this subject. i will be posting further findings of this hard and very tricky subject. so far this is what i have fond. ill let the link speak for its self:

https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/legal-and-compliance/state-and-local-updates/pages/asking-job-applicants-for-w2-forms-is-risky-business.aspx

i have looked in just about every avenue of this subject. no definitive clear ya or nay except when readying irs regard to privacy of your tax return. my temp and more clear way to know if in fact it is or not, is to speak with a lawyer, us department of labor, or state department agency rep and ask them to assist you on that. if someone here who reads this topic and you have fond the direct reference to answer that. please share the link. thank you

hopefully this kinda shines a light on that subject and together we can find the answer.

Some tips on how to put your best foot forward as you job search for the right fit: https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizryan/2017/05/07/the-fatal-linkedin-mistake-90-of-job-seekers-make/#1cb9d3fe1992

I have seen a few posts where people are mad, frustrated and extremely angry when an interview they felt went really well but then nothing happens. They feel used, that their time was wasted and it was all for nothing. Well, that's not entirely true. And here's why.

The thing is here - you should never ever, assume that you're getting an offer. It's just too hard to know from the outside, no matter how interested the company seems, and besides, all kinds of things can change. A stronger candidate can emerge at the last minute, the needs of the company change, an internal candidate can emerge, the employer can simply decide they prefer someone else, and lots of other things.

As for whether you may feel you've been lead on. Think about it from an employer's perspective. Good interviewers WANT to be nice and encouraging, especially to candidates they think are strong, since they want you to be excited about working with them. After all, if you were choosing between two job offers and one employer had been warm and kind and enthusiastic about working with you, and the other had been reserved and hard to read, who would you rather work with? You have to remember - they have to sell themselves too. You're not the only one at stake here. They have a job that needs to be filled - and you need a job. Two-way street. So the interviewers that tell you nice things and take you on a tour, they understand how stressful and nerve-wracking it is for some people the interview process can be so when they show you around, they are sharing with you information and being warm as possible to put you at ease. IMO, that says a lot about a company.

What happens though is that - some candidates interpret those things as signs that an offer is forthcoming. ( They met the employees, got the 2 cent tour). These things are not signs of that. The only sign that an offer is coming is when an employer says to you - We're offering you the job". That's it.

So whenever you find yourself sure that you're going to get an offer or shocked that you didn't get one. You have forgotten this rule.

A warm, kind informative interviewer does not equal an impending job offer. It only equals a warm, kind and informative interviewer.

Also, to complicate this further, not getting an answer by their self -imposed deadline doesn't mean you're NOT getting an offer. It just means it's taking longer than they thought, which is also SUPER COMMON.

As always, the best thing you can do is assume you didn't get the job. MOVE ON MENTALLY, and let it be a pleasant surprise if you did.

So keep applying, and interviewing. It's only a matter of time!

Best of Luck to everyone!!

The little bit of time I've spent on this site there seems to be a recurring theme. There a lot of posts of people wondering why they didn't get the job when they were qualified and want to find answers. There could be multiple reasons.Somebody else they already they had in mind, they were out looking for what's out in the marketplace, or simply they didn't like you. That last statement is the one I want to address. I feel it's the number one reason why or why not you get hired. There's an old statement dot yout I's and cross your t's. Everybody interviewing for the position that's open already believes they have the qualifications to companies looking for but ask yourself the question are you what they are looking for? Remember you're selling yourself more than you're selling your qualifications. When going into an interview It's always important to ask questions and not just answer the ones that they feel are most relevant. A good question to ask is I know my qualifications speak for themselves but what I'm really interested in is the type of candidate you are looking for? What are the qualities do you feel the person for this position must possess? Asking questions not only gives you a direction in which the head but it also starts to form a bond between you and the interviewer before the actual interview starts. Remember that you only have one chance to make a first impression and most people will judge you in the first 30 seconds of meeting you. Before you start blaming it on ageism or nepotism ask yourself did I do everything in my power to make that good first impression. Hopefully this is helpful to you all and wish you the best of luck in your job searches.

Happy Tuesday Jobcasers! Just some thoughts on interview prep for today.. Interviewing in and of itself is really challenging, so why not make it a little easier by preparing for the questions that interviews ask 9 times out of 10. Here are some of the top interview questions and suggestions on how to answer them: 1. How did you hear about us? Answer: Make sure you’ve done your research on the company, take some time to look at their website and their careers page to gain an understanding of what it is that they do, their mission, and what attracted them to you. 2. Tell me about yourself and your experience? Answer: This is an opportunity for you to showcase yourself! Create your own “pitch” for yourself, make sure that it’s specific to the jobs you’re interviewing for and that it’s clear and concise and highlights your accomplishments. You also want to use these accomplishments to show how you will be able to bring or provide value to this role. 3. What are your greatest strengths? Answer: This is the time to talk about the professional features you have and how they’ve been beneficial in your prior roles, and are most relevant to the position you’re interviewing for. 4. What is the accomplishment that you’re proudest of? Answer: Here is a little bit of an opportunity to brag a little about yourself, but make sure that you come across as confident and not too braggy. Tell them about your track record of achieving your goals and overcoming challenging situations. 5. Why are you leaving your current role? Answer: This isn’t usually an easy question to answer depending on what the answer is. But here are a few options: a. Keep things positive! Negativity is going to hurt you in this situation, and could end up being a reason why you don’t get the job. b. Describe things in a way that it portrays you as being eager for the role that you are interviewing for, and talk about how it is a better fit given the benefits you would bring to the role. c. Keep it simple. You don’t have to go into too much detail but make sure you’re prepared and know what to say.

I could go on further but maybe I’ll save that for my next post! As always, best of luck in your searches and don’t give up! The right job is out there for you!

Brief, sound, and unconventional interview advice from an actual hiring manager. http://www.cbsnews.com/news/what-hiring-managers-really-look-for/

I've noticed the large number of posts related to not getting positions after seemingly positive interviews. This morning I received the following article about this topic from the job site The Muse, and thought it might be of interest to Jobcasers. Best wishes to all of you. https://www.themuse.com/advice/3-reasons-you-didnt-get-the-job-but-were-ohsoclose?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_20170519&utm_source=blueshift&utm_content=daily_20170519&bsft_eid=84cd4fd4-4ce0-400f-930a-c0f31e000f9a&bsft_clkid=9dacfaa2-6cab-42e0-b995-dc51e2ff0281&bsft_uid=019ca86f-171e-42be-a071-94db9a0903cd&bsft_mid=17c7ba1a-6881-4237-a280-e4af95111ca3

Bosses hire candidates they think will be a good fit with their team, research shows, and what you wear to a job interview plays a role in the impression you make.

http://www.cnbc.com/2017/04/12/a-fashion-experts-tips-for-what-to-wear-to-any-job-interview.html

Hi.

This is something everyone should read, and consider making revisions to your resume if/when needed.

http://www.businessinsider.com/words-you-shouldnt-put-on-your-rsum-2016-6/#25-honest-25