Blogging the blogger

HireGary.net got picked up by another blog this week called "Blog for Jobs." Looks to be fairly new, and talks about folks (like me) who have started blogging to find a job.

"Job seekers are blogging for jobs. Yep, thats right. Creative and talented candidates are writing their own blogs in an effort to stand out and get noticed. It's a new job hunting technique for the 21st century. This is a showcase for those who blog for jobs."

Commutin' in Dubuque

Apparently Dubuque, Iowa is the place to be... that is unless you like spending endless hours in your car commuting to and from work. According to Money Magazine, Dubuque citizens face the shortest average commute of any of the cities in their annual Best Places to Live feature.

The paltry 11.8 minutes edges out bustling metropolises like Bismark, ND; Ames, IA; St. George, UT and Lake Havasu City, AZ. Three Wisconsin cities made the top 25: Sheboygan, La Crosse and Eau Claire.

Holiday Parties & Alcohol on the Job

The Wall Street Journal's CareerJournal has an interesting article on alcohol and the impact in the workplace. Especially timely with holiday parties ramping up.

My favorite line... " Avoid drinking during an interview over a meal. Candidates need to be on top of their game." Ya think?