These days, almost everyone posts or finds jobs online. What could be easier than opening a web browser, clicking through some search fields, and getting a list of jobs that are right for you? Enter, online work scams. What is an Online Work Scam? An online work scam is a job listing that promises easy work for great pay. But it often results in hard work for little or no pay.

A handshake may seem like a simple gesture. But a job interview handshake can be very important. During Covid, people stopped shaking hands. But now we’re returning to our old ways. You might need to shake hands during a job interview. Are you ready? Why Is the Interview Handshake Important? For job seekers, a handshake can be the first impression an employer will have of you.

Ashley Sattler is an artist from Beaumont, Texas. She designs T-shirts, paints original artwork, and more. She also uses her talents to make her community more inclusive. In this post, we'll learn more about her work. What Does Ashley Do? Ashley creates art for many people and places. She designs shirts and canvases on her iPad. Her artwork appears on a bench at a local park.

This week in Hot Topics, we’re talking about phone anxiety. To many people, talking on the phone may seem like no big deal. But for people with social anxiety, it can be terrifying. It's even more stressful when you're calling a potential employer. Question— I have terrible phone call anxiety. Can I still look for a job? Answer— Yes, you can!

It's Mental Health Awareness Month. Last week, we talked about career planning stress. Today we’re talking about job interview self-care. Interviewing is one of the most important parts of a job search. But stress can make interviewing harder. You might not be able to focus. You might have a harder time answering questions. You might make a negative first impression.

May is Mental Health Awareness month. So this week in Hot Topics, we’re talking about career planning stress. Figuring out your career path can be overwhelming. We’re here to help! Question When I think about choosing a career, I get overwhelmed. Where do I even start? Answer You are not alone. Choosing a career is a big decision. That can lead to career planning stress.

It’s National Volunteer Week! Volunteering is a great way to help others. But did you know it can also help you? You can build work experience by volunteering. This is a great strategy for people who have little or no work experience. Here are some tips for volunteering. Choose Volunteer Work in Your Field If you know what kind of job you want, try to volunteer in that area.

We're sharing a new feature: Hot Topics! We'll answer real questions from job seekers. This week, we will discuss talking about your disability during a job interview. Question Should I talk about my disability during a job interview? Answer Talking about your disability is your choice. You do not have to talk about it in an interview unless you want to.

We're kicking off a new series: Hear from a Peer. We'll chat with self-advocates about their careers, job search journeys and more. You'll learn valuable tips about finding the right job for you. This week, we're talking with Charles Baird from Houston, Texas. Charles is a Policy Fellow at Disability Belongs. His job is part of a leadership program that trains people to work in disability policy and advocacy.

We recently shared exciting news about Virtual Job Coach on-demand. Today, we're talking about informal networking. It's a great way to find a job! What is Informal Networking? Most people cringe when they hear the word, “networking.” We think of a large group of people we don’t know trying to make themselves look and feel important. This can be stressful for most people.