The Georgia unemployment rate is 10.1 percent which is higher than the national average. This means there are a lot of people out of work in Georgia and many are looking for unemployment resources to help them. One place to find Georgia unemployment resources is the Georgia department of labor. This is the defacto site for unemployment resources and benefit information in Georgia.

At the DOL website they have information on unemployment insurance  as well as training and job searches. After you claim your Georgia unemployment insurance then check out the other resources. There are multiple resources that could help a person who has been laid off in Georgia.

One of the most useful resources I’ve found is the information on the job market in Georgia:

The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) collects, analyzes, and publishes a wide array of information about the state’s labor market. This information provides a snapshot of Georgia’s economy, job market, businesses, and its workforce. Data on jobs and workers, including labor force, employment and unemployment, industrial growth, occupational trends, and wage rates, are increasingly important to remaining competitive in the global marketplace.

Get Occupational Trends
Occupational information and outlook for Georgia.
Find Industry Data
Industry outlook for Georgia and workforce investment areas.
Search Occupational Wages
Wage information statewide or by area.
Obtain Economic Information
Statistical data showing general trends in the economy.
View Workforce Information
Labor force information and conditions in Georgia.

If you are trying to survive a layoff in Georgia, these resources can provide you with good information on the employment picture in Georgia. This can help you know exactly how to structure your job search so you can survive your layoff and find a new job.

Once you are ready to find a job, then make sure you are up on Job Interview techniques. I located a great resource for acing the job interview which has helped many people do better in an interview and get back to work in Georgia and other states.

Job Interviews are tricky

They’re going to be asking you for specific examples. They’re going to be asking you for details, including names of people, dates, and outcomes. They’ll ask you about lengthy projects you’ve been involved in — how your role evolved, how you handled deadlines, how you handled pressures and difficult personalities. Face it — they’re going to ask you really tough questions to see how you respond. Click here to read this great book on how to ace your job interview.

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