CLASSIC ROCK Q107 » Employment

Will Texas Unemployed be Required to Drug Test Before Receiving Benefits?

Rick St. Nick — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 18:21:57 +0000

There’s a new Texas bill on an Austin desk waiting to be signed, and it’s sure not to be sitting pretty with those that may need unemployment benefits in the future. The sponsor of the bill, Senator Tommy Williams, is proposing that those individuals seeking unemployment, should be required to undergo mandatory drug testing prior [...]

Unemployment Rises in Lufkin + Nacogdoches

Rick St. Nick — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 14:12:51 +0000

From the economic front, the unemployment rate in Lufkin and Nacogdoches climbed almost one full point in January, from December numbers. This could be directly related to Christmas, and the retail sector, which typically hires additional part-time help during the holiday crunch. While the latest figures are daunting, it should be pointed out that the [...]

Many Women Out-Earn Husbands

Jen Austin — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 13:58:37 +0000

Guys, is it cool with you if your wife makes more money? Researchers looked at incomes from 2006 to 2011 and found more wives in 2011 were out-earning their husbands. Some guys get competitive about that, and others say cool, no problem! Bring home that bacon. Overall, wives are making more money and putting more [...]

In Texas, Middle Class Means You Earn Almost $50K per Year

Jen Austin — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 13:47:27 +0000

US Census numbers are helping define what exactly it means to be “Middle Class.” That’s always been a term to describe families who aren’t rich but aren’t poor, but the amount of money a family has to earn to keep that description is changing. In Texas, we’ve got to take home $49,195 in order to [...]

Guys Are Tired of Sexy Women

Jen Austin — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:32:59 +0000

At work! Guys are tired of sexy women at work. A new survey says guys are fed up with the hot pants, mini-skirts, and low-cut tops because it’s just way too distracting and they’re not getting any work done. What? This is news to us gals. And perhaps some guys too. A surprising 27 percent [...]

Lufkin Area Veterans Get a Boost From Today's Job Fair

Jen Austin — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 15:00:00 +0000

The stats can be pretty alarming. The unemployment rate in the US is 7.9 percent, but among Veterans that number can be as high as 19 percent!

It’s not easy for military members to wrap up a tour of duty and then find work right away. The transition to civilian life can be tough.

There’s a job fair today that has the goal of connecting Veterans with employers, and placing them in the right work environment. It's at the Pitser Garrison Civic Center.

Beware of 'Work-at-Home' Job Ads, Company Could be Corrupt

Rick St. Nick — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 21:32:09 +0000

There's a so-so, quasi, used, already done, coming around the block again scam, and East Texans seeking work should be wary of the unwanted intruder, and escort it away swiftly and quickly.

Work-at-home opportunities may sound like just the thing to do until an eight to five day is in your employment future, but responding to a "blind" ad could be dangerous to your credibility.

Princeton Review Names Top 20 Schools For Recreation [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 16:49:54 +0000

While obtaining a college education today seems to cost more than running for political office, I was stunned to hear that recent high school diploma only grads searching for a job accounted for around 24% unemployment.

Conversely, a recent college grad only measured around 7% of this profile.

Now, you might think this story is about the national unemployment picture, or stats concerning the welfare of our potential leaders of the future, but the surprise topic is really on...

You Can Earn HOW Much as a Babysitter?!

Jen Austin — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 14:27:10 +0000

With school out, babysitting is a good summer job for teens. After you read this, you might want to quit your adult day job and find a babysitting gig instead! The pay ain’t too shabby. Fifty years ago, babysitters might have earned a dollar or so any hour, and then in the 70′s and 80′s [...]

Don't Make These Resume Goofs

Jen Austin — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 18:32:52 +0000

If your email address is “drunkpartychick@something.com” or “jeffreydahmerwannabe@serialkillers.com,” you ought not include it on a resume. Including raunchy and inappropriate email addresses is one of the biggest mistakes you can make on your resume when you’re trying to land a new job. What are some other big goofs? I have to admit, this one I [...]

More Employers Hunting Through Facebook, Twitter and Other Social Media to Recruit New Hires

Mike Adams — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 13:40:08 +0000

If you didn’t know it by now, employers are using social media outlets like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn as an active part of their recruiting process. In fact, a new survey suggests that even if you are not providing a recruiter with your social media information, most are still looking at them anyway. According to [...]

Checking the Smart Phone is Like Breathing

Jen Austin — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 15:55:17 +0000

Smart phones are part of us now. You probably always have it with you, and checking work email on it might be second nature.

Did you know that's adding up to a ton of overtime? Click and see how many people HAVE to check their email on their smart phone before going to bed. We never really get a break.

If You Have One of These Jobs, You May Gain Weight

Jen Austin — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 21:38:30 +0000

As I sit here at work snacking on chex mix, I present this question to ponder: What are the jobs most at risk for weight gain? The reasons behind on-the-job weight gain are plentiful, from sitting at a desk too long and not being able to exercise, to feeling pressure to eat the food that [...]

Forest Country Job Fair Was Huge Success, How DO You Prepare For an Interview?

Rick St. Nick — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 14:42:49 +0000

If you went to the Forest County Job Fair on May 22, you know that the building was packed with enthusiastic job seekers ready to "trend" their way into the rank and file position, better known as employee. Now the hard part comes, the dreaded interview process! Make darn sure you can describe your "strengths" and "weaknesses" when asked (just put some positive spin on the "weakness"). Also, the highly inflammatory molotov cocktail question should be well thought out before arrival day - where do you see yourself in ten years? - should not be answered by saying "...in your job".

Lon Morris College in Jacksonville Fires Faculty, Shuts its Doors for the Summer

Rick St. Nick — Thu, 24 May 2012 21:35:50 +0000

According to their website, Lon Morris College is located "mid the pine hills of East Texas" in Jacksonville, 30 miles south of Tyler, and this time of year, students at the private Junior College, would be enjoying summer vacation before class schedules began August 23.

But wait, something did happen that probably should not have happened, and sadly, a collage of college students find themselves learning one of lives toughest lessons, one in which no one signed up for the course; and rumor has it that all but 11 employees remain to bury the bones on a campus that celebrated its 100th commencement last year.

More Job Seekers are Getting Tattoos Removed

Jen Austin — Thu, 24 May 2012 19:07:01 +0000
Gotten any tattoos removed lately? If so, you’re not alone. A survey conducted by The Patient’s Guide, an online skincare reference center, shows laser tattoo removals are up by 32 percent this year compared to 2011. Why? And will you keep your tattoo into your eighties? One of my family members did. Some say the [...]

'Forest Country Job Fair' is Tuesday May 22nd!

Rick St. Nick — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:34:24 +0000
This is a follow-up to a story I posted about 3 weeks ago. Just want to remind you that the ‘Forest Country Job Fair’ will be held at Angelina College on Tuesday, May 22, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Ready? (1) Attire – Business Professional. Meaning “flight attendant”, not “cocktail waitress”, for the ladies. Men, your [...]

Texas To Close Nine Postal Centers, Tyler Affected

Rick St. Nick — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:00:50 +0000

Are you aware the USPS (United States Postal Service) first class stamped mail has reduced from 52 billion to 26 billion deliveries in 9 years? Why? Today, the "mailbox is now in the computer". Okay, let me put this into perspective. You own a business that ships 100 units annually in 2003. In 2012, you now move 50 units yearly. Something has to give, right?

Dedicated Digital Seller

KICKS 105 — Thu, 03 May 2012 20:26:55 +0000
Townsquare Media in Lufkin, Texas is seeking a Dedicated Digital Seller who will concentrate on digital sales in the Lufkin/Nacogdoches, and surrounding areas. EXPERIENCE/ SKILLS: As part of an on-going recruitment campaign for our digital advertising sales team, Townsquare Media Lufkin/ Nacogdoches is looking for a Dedicated Digital Seller who will concentrate exclusively on selling [...]