EDITOR'S NOTES- Welcome to THE GLADIATOR. This publication, started by Fred Coon, Chairman and CEO of Stewart, Cooper & Coon, has been serving serious jobseekers professionals working in the career industry, for over six years. It is a hard-hitting, internet publication with serious ideas and information for those in career transition and for those who are assisting their clients with these very difficult to manage issues. Every article, written by more than 60 nationally-known authors, is specifically focused on helping to improve job search tactics. We feature only experts experts in the career field. These authors are on the "front line" daily and are helping job seekers across the U.S. and the world. Exposure to these experts and their thoughts is guaranteed to increase a job seeker's chances for success. Learn more about us - [ABOUT US]

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Article: Why Did You Leave Your Last Job?:

In a job interview you may be asked "Why did you leave your last job?" The interviewer may want to know if you had any problems at your last company. Responses may include, "I relocated to a different city," "the company went out of business," "I was laid off," "the company was downsized/acquired," "it was a temporary job," the position lacked opportunity for advancement," "I wanted to take a different career path," or, "I'm seeking a position better suited to my skills."

Often, job seekers judge being laid off and being fired as the same reason for leaving a company. In a job interview, you may be asked, “’Have you ever been fired?” The employer wants to know if there were problems in your performance or attitude... [READ ON]

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Job Search Rule 4:
Be Disciplined

For the past four years The Gladiator has been a successful resource for people searching for new opportunities in their careers. This bi-weekly publication is always seeking creative authors for contributions of original articles. This is a chance for writers with innovative ideas to expose a wide range of readers to new ideas and tried and true methods of reinventing satisfying livelihoods. Send your articles to editor@thegladiator.info