Thoughts on the Recession and Jobs

I keep reading and hearing about the doom and gloom of this economy, and that jobs are being lost faster than they are being created, (and the world is falling apart, well....). At Cool Works, we are paying close attention to the world around us and have our own concerns, but I thought I would add some bright spots to your job search. And yes, I am considered to be a glass half-full sort of person.

1. Employers are still listing their jobs on CoolWorks.com. Sure, we've seen a slow down like everyone else, but new job postings are added every day.


2. Most seasonal jobs come with relatively cheap eats and housing. Get a job in a national park and you have meals prepared for you and a place to live for a reasonable amount that comes out of your paycheck. No mortgage to worry about or shopping to do.


3. Many people who start on a seasonal basis with a resort, ranch, camp, concessionaire, or travel industry job move up and into full-time, year-round positions. Summer jobs and seasonal jobs are a great foot in the door. The initial job may or may not be your dream job, but as an internal employee you may eligible for job opportunities that may not get posted outside the company. Many companies promote from within. Get on the inside!


4. Last thought here is that people are unwilling to give up their vacations. I was just in Yosemite National Park in October and there were plenty of people wandering around, eating out, buying stuff from gift shops, etc. In addition, with the dollar still low, the International guests number was up. They're still coming over to see our great nation. Be their guide, serve them dinner, make up their rooms. There are jobs to do!

Now a couple of links to aid you in your job search.

My CoolWorks - http://my.coolworks.com

A social network for those who want to compare and share their work and life experiences in great places. Join and network with those out there working the jobs and planning ahead for the summer of 2009.

Cool Works Careers Page - http://www.coolworks.com/careers/joblist.asp

Lots of full-time, year-round positions are listed here and the list changes almost every day. You might just find yourself in a great place doing a job you love.

Cool Works Seasonal Pros Page - http://www.coolworks.com/seasonal-pros/joblist.asp

This page is good if you're not quite ready to commit to a year-round job, but do want something stable for 3 to 6 months.

Cool Works Help Wanted Now Page - http://www.coolworks.com/help-wanted-now/joblist.asp

Need a job yesterday? Well, these employers need you now. Check out the list.

The bottom line is that we're here to help. We know that it's tough out there, but hope that we offer jobs that will get you through, and better yet, may even set you on a course that you never thought possible. Check out our stories to see how the seasonal world has transformed us.