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Eye-Opening Study Reveals Most Americans Hate Going to Work

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:03:36 +0000

Do you despise clocking in each day? You’re not alone. A new survey has found that 70% of Americans workers dislike their jobs. The Gallup poll divided the 100 million Americans working full-time into three distinct categories. First up are the actively engaged folks, who are dedicated to their craft and work hard. The survey [...]

5 Things Bosses Do That Really Annoy Employees

Kathy Landin — Mon, 06 May 2013 20:06:18 +0000

We recently looked at some bad habits workers have that annoy their bosses, reduce productivity and prevent them from advancing up the career ladder. Now it’s time to examine how bosses can spoil the workplace environment for their employees. Even if you’re a good boss—as opposed to the one employees hate because he has no idea [...]

Ever Wanted To Join The Bozeman Police Department? The BPD Is Hiring Now

Michelle — Thu, 02 May 2013 13:20:10 +0000

Many young people dream of becoming a police officer when they are “grown up” and if that young person was you, then now may be the time your dream comes true. Details from the Bozeman Police Department: Are you willing to help those in crisis? Do you desire having a sense of accomplishment at the [...]

5 Things Employees Do That Really Annoy Bosses

Kathy Landin — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:26:38 +0000

Sure, we all get annoyed at the boss from time to time, but keep in mind that that frustration can go both ways. If you want to excel at work, get promotions, get raises, have good things happen to you and such, take a look at these five things that really annoy bosses and don’t do them:

What's the Worst Job to Have in 2013?

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:24:40 +0000

Some fields are better than others. And some you may want to think about avoiding altogether. CareerCast has created a list of the worst careers for 2013. Topping the list? Newspaper reporter. You don’t have to wear a hat with the word “press” in it while smoking a cigar to figure out it’s a profession [...]

How College Athlete Graduates Can Make You Money

Tyler Kechely — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 17:56:33 +0000

It seems a little preposterous to think that a college athlete can make you money doesn’t it? But I’m not talking about gambling on college sports games during a weekend in Vegas. I’m talking to the business owners of the world and how adding college athletes to your team will benefit you and your business. For four [...]

5 Important Ways Social Media Networking Affects Your Career

Kathy Landin — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 20:26:13 +0000

While the social media landscape often changes quickly, it’s pretty clear that networking on those sites is going to be a big part of our lives for a long time—both personally and professionally. In many ways, social media is as much for work as it is for fun. It may have started out as a [...]

Senate Endorses Bill to Curb Illegal Workers

Associated Press — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:27:52 +0000

The state Senate has endorsed a bill that would criminalize the employment of illegal immigrants. House Bill 297 would suspend the license of a business that employs illegal immigrants and would allow the prosecution of whistleblowers who provide false reports of illegal labor. The bill passed an initial Senate vote Wednesday along party lines. It [...]

Surprising Study Reveals Successful Women Fear Becoming Bag Ladies

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:56:10 +0000

Financial security is a goal a lot of women have accomplished, but many still think they’re head for the poorhouse. A new poll has found that 49% of women fear they’ll become a bag lady. This news comes despite the fact 60% say they are the breadwinner in their home and 27% earn more than [...]

Panel Rejects Bill Dealing with Employee Social Media Passwords

Associated Press — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:03:14 +0000

A House committee has rejected a measure aimed at protecting the social media privacy of employees and job applicants. Senate Bill 195 would have prohibited an employer from requesting usernames and passwords. The measure had overwhelmingly cleared the Senate. State Sen. Anders Blewett of Great Falls said it would protect employees’ personal lives from unwarranted [...]

Lowest Unemployment Rate

Cole — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 21:28:21 +0000

Which state has the lowest unemployment rate? Hint: It's really close to Montana! See the answer in this post.

What States Have the Lowest Unemployment Rates?

Kathy Landin — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 16:08:17 +0000

If you’ve been struggling to find a new job, get that first job out of college or get back to work, perhaps it’s a change of location you need. The unemployment rate is not equal across the states, and for all the tough economic news of the past several years, things aren't all that bad in certain places.

Economy Adds 236,000 Jobs; Unemployment Rate Drops to 7.7%

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 17:22:32 +0000

The labor market—and the economy overall—is improving, albeit gradually, with employers adding 236,000 jobs in February. That gain brought the unemployment rate down a few ticks from 7.9 percent to 7.7, its lowest point in four years.

Republicans Table Bullock's Job Bill That Would Require 75% of Laborers on State and Local Projects Be Montana Residents

Associated Press — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 22:03:59 +0000

HELENA, Mont. (AP) – A Republican-led committee is rejecting Gov. Steve Bullock’s plan to increase the mandatory hiring percentage of Montana workers on public-works projects in the state. The House Business and Labor Committee tabled House Bill 490 Thursday with an 11-9 vote. The measure would have required that at least 75 percent of the [...]

Robots Are Seriously Getting Your Job At Little Caesars [VIDEO]

Michelle — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:37:36 +0000

I'm actually a big fan of the occasional $5 Hot 'N Ready pizza from Little Caesars. However, having a robot wave their sign out front DRESSED AS A HUMAN is not only lame but super creepy.

Will Unemployment in Montana Continue to Fall?

Cole — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 18:03:57 +0000

Montana's unemployment rate fell to 5.7 percent in December.

Montana Unemployment Rate Falls to 5.7 Percent

Associated Press — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 18:02:11 +0000

HELENA, Mont. (AP) – Montana’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell one-tenth of a percentage point to 5.7 percent in December, a rate the state hasn’t seen in nearly four years. The state’s unemployment rate has been on a downward trend since mid-2011, when it was at 7 percent. The national unemployment rate held steady at [...]

Developer Outsourced Work to China So He Could Surf the Web All Day

Donald Deane — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 18:16:22 +0000

When it comes to dodging work, we tip our hats to an unidentified developer who outsourced his programming duties to a Chinese company while he surfed the internet all day. Brilliant! But imagine if he devoted as much energy to his actual job. Someday, he might've gone somewhere.

Wal-Mart Plans to Hire 100,000 Veterans

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 19:03:45 +0000

The national unemployment rate spiked following the 2008 financial crash, and it has remained stubbornly high ever since. Unfortunately, it has been even worse for returning American servicemembers. Today, though, Wal-Mart announced a plan to hire 100,000 veterans over the next five years.

WANTED! Radio Station Assistant IT

Cole — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 21:32:30 +0000

Townsquare Media is looking for a highly motivated entry level “Computer Geek” to join our team. We have a position open for a technically minded person, who will assist our Engineer in a variety of Engineering functions. Applicant MUST have experience with PC hardware/software, troubleshooting and repair. Applicant should have experience working with computer workstations, [...]