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Huntington Beach, CA (PRWEB) April 8, 2004
Teen job seekers are hardest hit by the U.S. jobless economic recovery and other employment factors. In June 2003, 40.9% of teens 16-19 were jobless representing the lowest level in 55 years! 2004 wonÂÂt be much better.
There will be some of the traditional jobs available for teens in 2004 but teens will be competing with older job seekers who are being courted by businesses to fill part time, temporary and seasonal jobs.
National retailers, casual dining restaurants, amusement parks, recreational facilities, and business service companies tell us they have openings, but canÂÂt find enough ÂÂqualifiedÂÂ people to fill the positions. Older workers, they say, are perfect candidates. They are flexible in their schedules, reliable, have a strong work ethic, and bring invaluable experience to the workplace.
Teens want to work. This is clearly evident by the millions of ambitious teens (51% say they are ÂÂAÂÂ students) with a broad range of interests, self-motivation and drive that visit Teens4Hire.org in search of landing a job.
Our March 2004 poll reveals that 52% of teen job seekers feel their job income is a necessity rather than a luxury. And, 23% feel that work experience early in life will help prepare them for the future.
Many businesses tell us they have been dismayed by teen workers. They say teens, ÂÂjust want a paycheck and are not really willing to work.ÂÂ They add that teens ÂÂhave bad attitudesÂÂ and ÂÂare unreliable.ÂÂ
Businesses lament that teens feel they are ÂÂentitledÂÂ to a job and often donÂÂt realize that they have to prepare themselves for the work place and understand the basic needs of business. As a result, many of the potential businesses with whom teens seek employment, will not proactively extend themselves to teen job seekers.
There are more teens seeking jobs than openings, so these businesses, in general, can sit back and wait for applicants to come knocking on their doors.
Opportunities are greatest for 18-19 year old teens with high GPAs, great interpersonal skills and networking know-how. While our poll shows that 44% of teens want to work in a retail store, most national retailers will not even consider teens under 18. In 2000, many of them did.
Teens will have to be assertive to secure a job in 2004. Teens must demonstrate that they are willing to work, have positive attitudes, are reliable and understand the needs of the business. To better prepare, teens should review Teens4Hire.orgÂÂs Top Ten Tips to Land a Job.
Teens should also consider non-paying volunteer positions to gain work experience.
And, teens should consider starting their own businesses this year to earn the money they need.
About us
www.Teens4Hire.org is an online Career Center for employers and teens in the high school and college age groups. The service provides tips and advice for teens looking for work. Also has an advice section for parents, career counselors and teachers. Teens must register, but don’t worry — it’s free.
The Forward Group, a privately held company, publishes www.Teens4Hire.org and www.Seniors4Hire.org
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17-Dec-2010
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. (PRWEB) March 22, 2007
A majority of teens want to work this summer because they need the money and to get work experience but businesses are reluctant to hire teens especially those under 18 years old, according to Renée Ward, founder of http://www.Teens4Hire.org.
She sites a Teens4Hire.org survey of 1,000 teens 14-19 in which they say they want a meaningful paying job this summer. However, when the organization began polling businesses that have traditionally hired teens in the past, most were reluctant to say they’ll have summer openings teens could fill.
“Work experience at this stage in life is critical, and people who spend a large share of their young adult years unemployed have a hard time finding and keeping a job later in life,” Ward says.
“The human resource people were quick to say, we don’t hire teens,” says David Craig, a staff member of Teens4Hire.org. “And after I pointed out that 18 and 19 year olds were teenagers they’d say, well, we don’t hire minors.”
True, child labor laws restrict some of the jobs younger teens can fill (and no one wants them to get injured on the job) but Ward says employers might give younger teens more consideration for non-hazardous positions if they show up at their door. For employers concerned about running afoul of labor laws with regards to the employment of teens, Teens4Hire.org can conduct on-site training for supervisors and/or managers.
Teen summer employment tumbled in 2002 and has been hovering at some of the lowest levels in decades. Older teens 18-19, have more opportunities available to them. For those 14-17, it’s a hidden job market. Ward says, look for NOW HIRING signs wherever you go and ask if they would consider hiring you. “Employers want to hire people with a positive attitude and attitude is something a teen can control,” she says.
There are some bright spots according to Teens4Hire.org. Best bets are city-run youth programs; amusement, theme and recreation parks; ice cream/juice shops and grocery stores.
Regardless of your age, if you want a paying job you must demonstrate that you have the basic education required to do the job, are willing to work and learn, have a positive attitude, are reliable, and understand the needs of the business.
We provide a great deal of helpful information in the RESOURCES area of Teens4Hire.org to help teens land a job, get work experience and/or explore other ways to earn money.
Teens4Hire.org, reaches about 2 million self-motivated teens across the U.S. looking for work. If you have an opening a teen could fill and/or know of opportunities for teens in your area–contact Teens4Hire.org
The Forward Group, a privately held company publishes Teens4Hire.org and Seniors4Hire.org for those 50 and older.
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15-Dec-2010
Huntington Beach, CA (PRWEB) April 30, 2009
Teens seeking paying part-time and/or summer jobs will find the 2009 Stimulus Act provides $ 1.2 billion for youth activities, including the creation of one million summer jobs for youths. The bill also extends from age 21 to age 24 the age of eligibility for youth services to allow local programs to reach young adults who are unemployed and not in school, says Renée Ward, founder of http://Teens4Hire.org.
The federal government will dispense funds to the states, states to counties and cities and ultimately trickle down to youth programs in the form of jobs. Teens should contact their local community governments for more information on what’s available in their community and eligibility.
This year overall hiring has slowed and businesses are reluctant to hire minor teens. The Stimulus Package infusion will help teens in areas hardest hit and with the greatest need. Others will still have to work to find work.
The retail industry — one of the largest employers of teens–reports that retail sales are down and inventory is being cut. This also means fewer jobs may be available.
If openings do exist, teens are typically the last link in the hiring chain. Businesses prefer to hire those with experience for paying jobs when times are tough.
Older teens 18-19, have more opportunities available to them.
Regardless of your age, if you want a paying job you must demonstrate that you:
Have the basic education required to do the job,
Are willing to work hard and learn new things,
Have a positive attitude,
Are reliable.
Understand the needs of the business.
Look for NOW HIRING signs wherever you go. Employers might give teens more consideration for employment if they show up at their door. Employers want to hire people with a positive attitude and attitude is something a teen can control.
Best bets for finding employment are: city-run youth programs, amusement, theme and recreation parks, ice-cream, juice shops and grocery stores; libraries, museums and zoos; fast food and casual dining restaurants; child and elder care services; and offices needing clerical or customer service help.
Follow these Top 5 Tips to Land a Job
1. Be assertive. A job will not come to you. You have to go out and get it.
2. Your first “image” impression is very important. Dress in clean, neat clothing and look for “Now Hiring” signs in your neighborhood. Don’t pass up a paying job at a fast food place–they have a renewed interest in teens that have a legal right to work in the U.S..
3. Your first “verbal” impression is very important. Use your “business voice” to ask about the minimum age requirement for an open position and if you meet it, ask to be considered.
4. Your first “written” impression is very important. Take your time and fill out the job application form neatly and completely.
5. An “overall” positive impression will determine if you land the job. During the interview relax, listen to the questions and answer the questions honestly, continue to use your business voice, look the interviewer in the eye, be polite and convince the interviewer that you can and will do the job above expectations.
We provide a great deal of additional helpful information in the RESOURCES area of Teens4Hire.org to help you land a job, get work experience and/or explore other ways to earn money.
Click here http://www.teens4hire.org/resources.asp to review:
Top 10 Tips to Land a Job
Top 10 Qualities Employers Want Most in a Teen Candidate
Top 10 Tips on How to Write a Resume
Top 10 Places for Teens to Look for a Job
Job Titles/Positions Suitable for Teens
Overall Skills and Behaviors Businesses and Organizations Seek
Best Things to Do if You Can’t Land a Job
Teens4Hire.org is a web site devoted to helping employers recruit teens, reaches about 2 million ambitious teens across the U.S. looking for work. If you have an opening a teen could click here to post your ad http://www.teens4hire.org/pricing.asp
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25-Nov-2010
Huntington Beach, CA (PRWEB) March 30, 2006
A stronger economy means the potential job market for teens is the strongest it’s been in six years. However, that doesn’t mean employers will welcome them with open arms, according to Teens4Hire.org, a web site devoted to those looking to recruit young adults in the high school and college age group.
“Companies still tell us that they’d prefer to hire older workers (if they can find them) instead of teens, says Renée Ward, founder of Teens4Hire.org. “Companies prefer the work ethic and experience that an older person can bring and feel teens are not prepared for work, lack basic knowledge skills, are unreliable, and have bad attitudes.”
This comes at a time when industries with greater activity in the spring and summer — such as hospitality, travel, tourism, amusement/entertainment, retail, parks and recreation and construction plan to increase hiring compared to last year, Ward says.
And while most employers do not advertise their openings directly to teens, they may have openings teens could fill.
Teens seeking jobs will have to overcome these negative perceptions by preparing and demonstrating that they are ready and willing to work. Hereâs how according to Teens4Hire.org:
Learn and master basic English and math skills.
Learn how to follow directions.
Learn how to give each task you are assigned your very best.
Learn how to complete assignments on time every time.
Learn how to interact with others in a respectful manner.
Learn how to dress appropriately for work.
Learn how to complete job applications neatly and completely.
Learn how to communicate and demonstrate your mastery of the above to a potential employer during the interview.
Ward says, âRegardless of your age, if you want a paying job you must show a potential employer that you have the basic education required to do the job, are willing to work and learn, have a positive attitude, can and will follow directions, are reliable, and understand the needs of the business.â
Employers wanting to know more about recruiting and integrating ambitious teens into your workforce should contact http://www.teens4hire.org.
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21-Nov-2010
Product Description
This econometric study covers the world outlook for teen fashion and lifestyle magazines across more than 200 countries. For each year reported, estimates are given for the latent demand, or potential industry earnings (P.I.E.), for the country in question (in millions of U.S. dollars), the percent share the country is of the region and of the globe. These comparative benchmarks allow the reader to quickly gauge a country vis-à-vis others. Using econometric models which project fundamental economic dynamics within each country and across countries, latent demand estimates are created. This report does not discuss the specific players in the market serving the latent demand, nor specific details at the product level. The study also does not consider short-term cyclicalities that might affect realized sales. The study, therefore, is strategic in nature, taking an aggregate and long-run view, irrespective of the players or products involved. This study does not report actual sales data (which are simply unavailable, in a comparable or consistent manner in virtually all of the 230 countries of the world). This study gives, however, my estimates for the worldwide latent demand, or the P.I.E., for teen fashion and lifestyle magazines. It also shows how the P.I.E. is divided across the world’s regional and national markets. For each country, I also show my estimates of how the P.I.E. grows over time (positive or negative growth). In order to make these estimates, a multi-stage methodology was employed that is often taught in courses on international strategic planning at graduate schools of business.
The 2009-2014 World Outlook for Teen Fashion and Lifestyle Magazines
24-Oct-2010
Product Description
This econometric study covers the latent demand outlook for teen magazines across the states and cities of the United States. Latent demand (in millions of U.S. dollars), or potential industry earnings (P.I.E.) estimates are given across some 13,000 cities in the United States. For each city in question, the percent share the city is of it’s state and of the United States is reported. These comparative benchmarks allow the reader to quickly gauge a city vis-a-vis ot… More >>
The 2009-2014 Outlook for Teen Magazines in the United States
22-Sep-2010
Product Description
This econometric study covers the latent demand outlook for teen magazines across the prefectures and cities of Japan. Latent demand (in millions of U.S. dollars), or potential industry earnings (P.I.E.) estimates are given across some 1,000 cities in Japan. For each city in question, the percent share the city is of it’s prefecture and of Japan is reported. These comparative benchmarks allow the reader to quickly gauge a city vis-a-vis others. This statistical appr… More >>
