Archive for the ‘Economic Development’ Category
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs | Week of Aug 5
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: Commercial Carpenters, a Maintenance Technician, and a Front-End Leader at a Missoula drugstore.... more
Tempo, Time and Results
By LIZ MARCHI - I think in threes. If you can get three points across that folks remember then you are doing well. So this August I'm thinking about Tempo, Time and Results.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs | Week of July 29
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: A Clinical Coordinator, CSCT Therapists, and a Receptionist/Data Entry Worker.... more
The Kids Are Not Alright
By CHERY SABOL - While older workers may emerge battle-weary from the recession, will the youngest members of the work force come out permanently scarred?... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs | Week of July 22
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: A Clinical Coordinator, CSCT Therapists, and a Receptionist/Data Entry Worker.... more
Volunteering for Fun and Employment
By CHERY SABOL - Stymied in your job search? A new study suggests a powerful way to help yourself find a job is to help your community first. Volunteering increases your likelihood of finding work by 27%.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs | Week of July 15
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: A Chief Executive Officer for a local non-profit and Oilfield Drivers.... more
Liz Marchi on Making Room in Life: Less is More
By LIZ MARCHI - Every day I am living and learning, less IS more. I am learning to hit delete to meetings, events and information that don’t really matter. After all, I have a garden to grow.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week July 8
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: A Resource Specialist, an Entry Level Painter and a Training Coordinator / Data Manager.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week July 1
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: Customer-service support techs for internet-based products. ... more
How to Avoid Fraudulent Job Scams
By CHERY SABOL - Fraudulent job scams on the Internet swindle money or personal information out of people made vulnerable by their unemployment. Here are some things to be wary of:... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week June 24
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: a Director of Marketing for a non-profit organization and an Eligibility Specialist for a another non-profit.... more
Making Room in a Gated Community
By LIZ MARCHI - It’s good to stop and get a perspective on what really matters to you. Age robs us of energy and stamina but rewards us with perspective. ... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | June 17
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: a Web Developer / Systems Analyst for a Bicycle Touring Association and a Director of Facility Operations.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | June 10
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: an Executive Assistant, a Development Director, and Skilled Carpenters and General Laborers.... more
Pivot: Knowing When to Change Direction
By LIZ MARCHI - If you are a lucky rancher, you have a pivot, which waters a lot of ground. In the business world, pivot is one of the terms du jour. If it isn’t working, pivot: change direction, change stra... more
Summer Jobs for Students in Missoula
By CHERY SABOL - School's out for the summer, and the good news according to the Missoula Job Service: there are jobs available for Missoula students. ... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | June 3
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: a sewing operator, medical receptions/office assistants, and a massage therapist.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | May 27
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: An RN Medical Case Manager and a Technician Office Machine Repair Person.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | May 20
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: An Animal Control Program Supervisor and a Tree Climber and Trimmer.... more
Legends of Our Own Minds: My 41st High School Mini Reunion
By LIZ MARCHI - I just spent 3 days at the beach with 5 high school girlfriends, some I have known since 1st grade. Geez, is it really all about childhood? I don’t know but it certainly matters.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | May 13
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: A Dental Assistant, Licensed Journeyman Electrician and a Network Engineer.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | May 6
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: An Operations Manger and a Case Manager/Project Coordinator.... more
3 Most Important Things for Finding a Job
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - Do you ever wonder what employers are looking for? In my experience at the Missoula Job Service, here are the 3 most important things for finding a job.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 29
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: An Insurance Account Manger and a Manager/Fund Administrator for a charitable non-profit organization.... more
Local Jobs: What are Employers Looking For?
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - As a local job seeker, do you ever wonder what employers are looking for? Here are some of the most important traits that employers are looking for in potential employees:... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 22
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: Laboratory Technicians, a Licensed Journeyman Electrician, Wildland Fire Fighters and a CAD Technician.... more
More than 60 Employers Slated for Western Montana Career Fair on April 25
By CHERYL SABOL - Western Montana's largest Career Fair will be held on Thursday April 25th at the Hilton Garden Inn. Employers...it's not too late to sign up. ... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 15
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: a Backend Developer, a House Manager, a Salesperson and Swim Instructors and Lifeguards.... more
Things To Do When You Are Bored at Work That Might Help Your Career
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - Do you ever feel that you have nothing to do at work? Here is a list of things to do that just might help you overcome your boredom and help further your career:... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 8
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Cable Technicians, a Client Services Administrator, and a Part-time Pressman/Presswoman.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 1
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Summer Program Counselor and a Director for an educational organization.... more
4 Tips For Getting a Job With A Missoula Non-Profit Agency
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - Finding the right job in the non-profit sector, is fine, but what about those who want to serve their community? Here are some tips for those of you seeking work at a non-profit:... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | March 25
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for Fish Processors and an Adult Education Secretary.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | March 18
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a General Office Clerk, a Chemical Plant Operations Customer Service Specialist, and an RV Salesperson.... more
Volunteering and Hands On learning Opportunities Abound in Missoula
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - Are you looking for ways to break into your dream career? Perhaps you should consider volunteering. Missoula offers a wide variety of hands on learning opportunities.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | March 11
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Casino Manager, a Certified Music Instructor, and a Computer Software Engineer.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | March 4
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Customer Service Specialist, a Development Coordinator, and an entry level Counselor I.... more
2013 Tourism Outlook is Bright for Western Montana
By Justin Franz - More tourists are coming to Montana and spending more money, according to 2012 data and 2013 is looking even better.... more
5 tips For Finding Meaning and Happiness at Work
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - While employment doesn’t necessarily mean fulfillment every minute, here are 5 tips that might help you find joy and happiness in your job. ... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | February 25
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Tree Climber/Trimmer, and Executive Director of a non-profit, and Logistics Specialist.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | February 11
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Children's Counselor and an On-Call Dental Assistant.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | February 5
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's listings are for an Employment Specialist and a test for openings at the Missoula Police Department.... more
How to Quit your Job Gracefully
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - When you quit your job gracefully you'll have better chances of good references and finding a new job. Here are some tips for doing it right.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | January 28
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's listings are for a Licensed RN/LPN, a non-profit office manager & a Front Counter Glass Salesperson... more
Startup Weekend Proves Missoula’s Entrepreneurial Chops
By COLIN STONER - My takeaway from Startup Weekend was that Missoula needed an event like this. It was proof positive that we can create a startup ecosystem in Missoula.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | January 21
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's listings are for an Ecologist/Photo-Interpreter and a Dually-Licensed Clinician.... more
Get Tips to Snag a Job from the Missoula Job Service
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - The Missoula Job Service is offering a free seminar about tips to snag a job on Wednesday, January 23, from 2-4 p.m.... more
Missoula to Host Montana’s First-Ever Startup Weekend
By COLIN STONER - A unique business opportunity is coming to Missoula this weekend, and it’s creating a lot of buzz amongst geeks, designers, and business-savvy locals.... more
Calling All Businesswomen: Join the MBN Annual Symposium
Sarah Calhoun, founder of Red Ants Pants, will be the keynote speaker at the Montana Businesswomen's Network Annual Symposium on January 26.... more