Tim McMahon, Editor of UnemploymentData.com

My grandfather lived through the Hyperinflation in Weimar, Germany--to say he was an original “gold bug” would be an understatement. I began reading his “hard money” newsletters at the age of 16 and the dividends from gold stocks helped put me through college. I began publishing the Financial Trend Forecaster paper newsletter in 1995 upon the death of James Moore editor of Your Window into the Future and the creator of the Moore Inflation Predictor©. FTF specializes in trends in the stock market, gold, inflation and bonds. In January of 2003, I began publishing InflationData.com to specialize in all forms of information about the nature of Inflation. In 2009, we added Elliott Wave University to help teach you the principles of Elliott Wave analysis. In January 2013, we began publishing OptioMoney. Connect with Tim on Google+.

5 Ways to Boost Your Career in Digital Marketing

August 26, 2021 by Tim McMahon

Digital marketing is currently one of the fastest-paced industries out there and has become an increasingly popular career choice over the last few decades. With the last year showing us that the internet, online shopping, and remote access to the things we need are crucial to modern life, digital marketing is busier and bigger than ever before. But like any line of work, if you want to be successful, you need to work hard and set yourself apart from everyone else in the industry.

The world of digital marketing is unrelenting and so if you want to do well, you need to be determined too. To give you a few ideas, we have put together this informative guide on ways that you can develop your own skills and experience and boost your career in digital marketing.

https://youtu.be/nPeRJvosIZM

Keep Learning and Advancing Your Digital Marketing Skill Set

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How Military Service Can Set You up for a Good Education/Career

August 19, 2021 by Tim McMahon

Military service usually lasts more than two years, which will put you in a good position to apply to schools. Military service can provide students with skills and opportunities that they wouldn’t have otherwise. It could be easy for them to get into a school after their service because they already have the experience and connections that are necessary for admissions.

Benefits of Joining the Military

Military service often means leaving home and moving away from family members, friends, and other personal supports that may not be easily replaced elsewhere. After serving your country, you have two options. For some, military service is a way to become more independent and make a career for yourself. Others become officers in order to continue to serve their country. In short, there are many opportunities that can help you with your current financial situation.

Acquiring a Military Education

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What to Know When Leaving Your Job

August 13, 2021 by Tim McMahon

Many people are unhappy with their jobs. It’s not that they don’t like their line of work; it’s just their workplace that upsets them. Sometimes, it’s the company atmosphere or coworkers, and, sometimes, it’s just the boss. Even if nothing is wrong with the company, sometimes you have to switch jobs every few years in order to get ahead.

Unless you are making very good career progress, your growth and learning can be limited when you continue working at the same place. Many companies would rather hire a new employee than give a raise to an existing team member.

Know Your Rights

The company is liable to offer you certain benefits even when you are leaving. Some are committed and some are not. You should know the agreements you had with the company when they hired you. You should know the difference between getting fired and resigning.

If the company fired you, even if with a notice, they will have to pay you a severance package. You might not get any benefits if you have resigned yourself because you are leaving them. If you’ve had a disagreement with your employer or HR department, to properly understand your rights and ensure you get what you deserve from the employer, consider getting the help of employment lawyers to guide you.

Here is an excellent video if you live in Canada:

“Pretexts” for Firing

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Unemployment Falls in July

August 7, 2021 by Tim McMahon

Highlights from the August 6^th Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) employment / unemployment report for July.

Unadjusted U-3 was Down from 6.1% to 5.7%
Adjusted U-3 was Down from 5.9% to 5.4%
Unadjusted U-6 was Down from 10.1% to 9.6%
Labor Force Participation UP from 61.6% to 61.7%
Unadjusted Employment fell from 146.603 million to 146.470 million

Getting Cisco Certified to Improve Your Job Prospects

August 5, 2021 by Tim McMahon

Top Benefits of Cisco Certification

Are you wondering how useful a Cisco certification can be? Or do you have questions about its popularity in the IT industry and how it can help you excel in your career? Well, here are some answers to your questions related to Cisco and their certificates. By becoming a Cisco Certified specialist, you will open doors to opportunities in the IT sector with high compensation. This IT giant is well recognized and respected all over the world. It is considered a top-notch company offering different tech solutions to businesses. So, once you achieve any Cisco certification, you can share it on your profile to attract potential employers, which will give you a chance to work in a reputable international organization. But what are other perks you’ll gain with a certificate from Cisco?

Advantages of Pursuing Cisco Designation

Apart from simply opening doors, some other top benefits that you should know about getting a Cisco certification are:

Enhanced Salary Offers

If you successfully pass the Cisco Certification exams, you will have proof of your skills in the form of a Cisco certificate. As a rule, employers make better salary offers to Cisco certified specialists over someone who isn’t certified. Thus, the starting salary of the Cisco specialist is around $79k per year as revealed by ZipRecruiter. No matter which level of Cisco certification you attain, you will be [Read more…] about Getting Cisco Certified to Improve Your Job Prospects

4 Finance Jobs That Can Make a Great Career

July 17, 2021 by Tim McMahon

For those who are interested in making a significant amount of money, it should come as no surprise that a career in finance can be a good path to take.

Listed below are some interesting finance jobs that you could consider when pursuing a career in this field.

1. Credit Analyst

For those who are unfamiliar with this role, it involves working for a bank or similarly large financial institution. Credit Analysts are responsible for collecting a loan applicant’s income information, credit history, and payment history to determine if they are eligible for loan approval. Once the credit analyst has compiled this information, they create a loan application and submit it to a loan officer for final approval. According to indeed, a credit analyst makes an average of $56,193/yr. A Credit Analyst generally requires the “Certified Credit and Risk Analyst certification”.

The National Association of Credit Management offers other certifications that can improve your career opportunities as a credit analyst:

Credit Business Associate
Certified Credit Executive
Credit Business Fellow

Other Certifications include:

Credit Risk Certification, offered by the Risk Management Association
Credit Risk Analysis Professional Certificate, offered by the New York Institute of Finance

Creating a Personal Brand for Your Success

July 6, 2021 by Tim McMahon

It can be difficult to make yourself stand out in a world where everyone is on social media, everyone is competing for jobs, and everyone is trying to figure out where they fit into the world. You might find yourself being pulled in different directions and offered a lot of conflicting advice about how to present yourself professionally. This can be incredibly overwhelming, but it is important today to have a personal brand that you can use to promote yourself as a professional so you can reach your career goals. So what is a “personal brand”? Basically, it is what you are known for i.e. your reputation. You are probably already known for certain things among your friends, and relatives. But you may or may not already have a professional reputation. The key is to create your “personal brand” before one is created for you.

If you aren’t sure where to start when it comes to creating a personal brand, here are a few simple steps to get you started.

1. What Are You Trying to Say?

The first thing you need to figure out when developing a personal brand is what are you trying to say? Think about your passions as an individual, and how has this shaped your life. What has led you to pursue this particular career path? It might be worth taking the time to sit down and create a mind-map or list of things that you think represent you and have inspired you throughout your lifetime, as these can all be used as a base for your brand.

2. Research

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June Employment and Unemployment Both Up

July 3, 2021 by Tim McMahon

Highlights from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) employment / unemployment report for June released on July 2^nd.

Unadjusted U-3 was UP from 5.5% to 6.1%
Adjusted U-3 was UP from 5.8% to 5.9%
Unadjusted U-6 was UP from 9.7% to 10.1%
Labor Force Participation unchanged at 61.6%
Unadjusted Employment rose from 145.385 million to 146.517 million

Accountant vs Bookkeeper: What Do They Do for a Small Business?

June 29, 2021 by Tim McMahon

We tend to consider bookkeeping and accounting as the same thing if we are unfamiliar with the intricacies of both functions. But as a business owner, you need to realize that bookkeeping and accounting are two entirely different functions. To decide which professional is suitable for your business, you must first understand the primary difference between an accountant and a bookkeeper.

What is a Bookkeeper?

A bookkeeper is responsible for keeping the books of the business by handling the day-to-day paperwork. This includes recording income and expenses, and reconciling bank accounts.

Some bookkeepers can also help the business with managing the payroll functions and filing VAT returns. Often the owner will handle minimal transactions during the early stages of the business, but as the business grows and becomes more complex, hiring a bookkeeper becomes more important. [Read more…] about Accountant vs Bookkeeper: What Do They Do for a Small Business?

4 Major Costs of Workplace Injuries to Include in Your Claim

June 21, 2021 by Tim McMahon

Being involved in a workplace injury or accident can be one of the most difficult experiences for a person to go through. Not only is it stressful emotionally and physically but a workplace injury often involves financial hardship as well. Although worker’s compensation claims help to relieve some of that financial hardship, the fact is that your employer and their insurance company are not on your side. Thus the following includes four major costs of job site injuries to make sure that you include within your claim.

Medical Bills

The most obvious recommendation a job site accident lawyer will give you is to make sure that you are seeking medical attention for your injuries. Not only are your medical documents needed to prove the severity of your accident, but your health should always come first before anything else. However, because of the complexity of healthcare, it can be easy to forget to add some major medical costs to your claim.

Workplace Injury and Lost Wages

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