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I am American, but I can speak Chinese, and am just wondering if anyone has any idea on how to find a non-teaching job in China after the world expo? Thanks!

How do Chinese use the internet to find jobs? What sites do they use? I can read Chinese pretty okay. Thanks!

An American woman in Shanghai writes the highly popular "Shanghai Technical Writer" blog and in August of last year, put together a five-part series on living and working in China. She included some excerpts from Forbes and the New York Times and summarizes as follows:

10 key points from the article:

1. Work in China is challenging and fast-paced, and young executives get far more responsibility than back home.
2. Executives with China experience will be in high demand in the U.S. in coming years.
3. Expect a significantly lower salary in China because competition is stiff. Americans will be competing with top Chinese university graduates as well as returnees who speak both languages well and understand the culture. Having good English skills is no longer enough.
4. It is much more difficult to obtain a work visa in China than before.
5. Many companies no longer fly you out for an interview. If you’re serious about coming to China, buy your own plane ticket.
6. Start looking for that China job in the U.S.. Find people that know people in China and network, network, network!
7. Training is scarce in Chinese companies. Find something that allows you try to a little bit of everything.
8. Better to start a career in the U.S., get training, gain experience, then move to China.
9. It is very important to learn the language and understand the culture.
10. One of the best ways to start a career in China is to start a language program or teach English at a school. Then network, network, network!

She then goes on to give her thoughts and opinions (she has lived in China since 2001). You can read her entire entry here: http://www.shanghaitechwriter.com/2009/08/17/americans-looking-for-work-in-china/

I recently graduated from a top Ivy League University with a degree in Finance and a minor in International Business. My GPA was a 3.4 and I have had 2 notable internships both at Fortune 500 companies. I have done volunteer work in both China and Germany and I am fluent in three languages. I’ve been looking for a job since mid May and have only received 2 offers, both in sales making commission. I can’t find a decent job, even though i live in New York. I am thinking of going back to school but I have close to $100,000 in loans that need to re-payed. I have done everything right my entire life, working hard, studying my ass off and getting good grades and now I have nothing to show for it. What should I do?

i had to apply at 40 places before i found a job the last time, it is rough out there, keep trying

i need some good web sites where i could find jobs near me if you know any please list them it be a big help thanks

it’s waay easier said than done

I mean seriously. Im 19 now and STILL cant find any. Ive applied for almost every job available, from cleaner to admin assistant or retail assistant etc.
I NEVER get a reply and only received an interview ONCE in 3 years! And others make it seem so easy. How come someone else I know is able to get a supervisor job at ASDAs, who pretty much left school early because she got pregant, had a bad school record (alot of fights), has 4 kids, never has had a job, then applies for asdas and gets the job straight in to supervisory position??
Ive studied 3 years of college, passed it all, had helped a family business (sort of a job I suppose) so got some experience and got REJECTED. I go to the opportunity centre alot and they say my application is fine, Cv is fine etc. I try so much to help me but get NOWHERE>
You may have noticed this is more of a rant because Im fed up and feel like a dead end.
Time to do things like the present. Have a baby in order to get a house and money from benefits. Woo…

If your in the same position as me, or have some words to make me feel that little bit better, itd help. Im open minded so dont be afraid to give your opinion,

FED up of applications now..

wheres lady luck when you need her?
wow! most answers ive had EVER on yhaoo answers. thanks guys. dont worry, not given up hope. just fed up

How about taking a different approach. More than 90% of those that want to work are working, so yes, there are jobs out there.

Since filling out an application and leaving it is not working, that is a sign to try something else. Employers want persistent people with positive attitudes - make follow up calls after the application. When you are on the phone, demonstrate that you are a positive person. Keep a log of who you talk to and when so you can follow up in a sensible manner. When you are making application, ask for the names of the managers that do the hiring. When you call, ask for them by name.

Idea 2 - broaden your horizon. Think about making contact with a different kind of company. Would you be willing to deliver bread (Continental Baking) or sort mail at the post office? Many banks hire "floating" tellers - this is not the best job money wise, but it gets you in the door and you can be first in line when a full time position opens up. How about the local dry cleaner? You could volunteer at the local hospital and that will give you a head start on job openings. Farms near you? They need helpers for harvesting.

Try to think of where your grandparents, parents and the GP and P or friends work. Anything unusual? Maybe they could make in introduction for you.

Any older people in your neighborhood? Can you do some yardwork or household chores/painting for them? Offer a low price to make your services more attractive. Maybe you could drive folks to the doctor or the shop with them.

Try to be creative with your skills - can you cut hair mend clothes?

Good Luck! Keep your head up and keep smiling - these show you have the right attitude for the keys to success.

We are a group of 5 Filipinos all are experienced in working with 3-5 star hotel abroad, we are seeking placement in malaysia. If you happen to know a recruitment agency please let me know. Thank you so much.

Jackie

there’s JobsDB.com too.

…how do I politely explain to her she’s not exactly what rich business men might be looking for?

You don’t. She is your wife and you should support her in whatever she wants to do.

Im 14 and i live in Plainview, New York. I need to make money over the summer. Nobody tell me about babysitting or mowing the lawn or something like that because you cant find a job like that in this decade. If someone could find something that would help alot.

Bakers
Barber Shops
Hairdressers
Restaurants Waiting
Hotels waiting/ silver service/ housekeeping

These are the main places that tend to take on people under 18.
Just go in and ask if they need anyone.
With the hairdressing, be sure to tell them thats what you want to do when ur older.

Or, buy stuff from charity shops and sell it on ebay.

I don’t want to do surveys. I want to test product at home. Anyone have a real company that I can contact?

You can work for Consumer Reports Magazine as a tester. They would not allow you to work at home. Too expensive to mail products 2 ways to a private home.
The job you describe does not exist. Too many people willing to do it for free at websites like epinions (I don’t work for them).

I’m 16 and its hard to find a job in my town. I live in New Hampshire. My family struggles hard with money. And i need a good paying job. And a car. But i can’t afford one. Does anyone know a way to help me? I looked everywhere. Believe me, I’m not the average lazy teenager. I want a job for me my sister and mother. I want a cleaning job for maybe cleaning houses. Or designing things. Mt family is really good at designing things. Like design houses and clothes. And good offers? Pleaseee.

There are many good work from home jobs and there are many good home based businesses. A job is one where someone will pay you to do their work at home. A home based business is one where you’ll earn commissions for running a business from home. If you’re just looking to be paid for your services, do your research…you have to know the type of job you want to do, then look for companies that offer that type of job.

I will have my BA in business management next year is it hard to find job? what should i look for or what should I start doing now.

What you should do NOW is go to make an appointment with your major advisor and ask him or her that question. Ask, "How can I find a good job after college?" or ask "Will I need graduate school or more training to get a job after college?" Ask what positions are hot in your field. Don’t be afraid of being too pestersome. After all, you made an appointment and if you were interrupting, your advisor should have told you to come later.

If your advisor doesn’t know, then go to your college’s career service center. I have to warn you, some college career centers suck, but you might be able to find something.

One note: College professors don’t get their jobs by being good advisors or even by being good teachers. They get their jobs by doing good research. If your professor tries to rush you through your appointment or if you get the feeling that your professor is guessing or has better things to do, it might be because he is, is, and does. Politely remind him of his duty and ask, "Okay, if you don’t know, how can I find out?"

I had a very hard time finding a job, and I graduated from an Ivy school with a science degree.

What I would do if I had a business degree would be to take my state’s civil service exam in banking or finance. It’s steady work that provides valuable training. Even if you decide to quit, you’ll have real job experience from your time there.

One more bit of advice: look on your major department’s bulletin board. Some companies put job offers there. "Two-year commitment" might sound like a long time, but it could be the start of a good career.