Author Archives: Jessica Cody

About Jessica Cody

Jessica Cody, a native of Fairfield County, Connecticut, has a background in online marketing and public relations. She is a graduate of the University of Connecticut, where she studied Journalism and Political Science. She is also an avid runner with a passion for the outdoors.

Take Back Your Life: How to Do More Work in Less Time

how to do more work in less time

Stop patting yourself on the back for always being the last one to leave work.  While you are putting in extra hours and slaving away, it is very possible that your co-workers not only have a more enjoyable life outside of work than you, but they also may be accomplishing the same amount of work, […]

Health Comes First: Insurance Tips for Jobseekers

health insurance tips for jobseekers

Many jobseekers aren’t aware of the health insurance options they have, both while they are unemployed and when they begin a new job.  Nowadays, it is particularly important to have health coverage, because federal regulations impose penalty fines on individuals who don’t have health insurance.  But just the idea of choosing a health insurance plan […]

Get Rid of These Habits That Can Ruin Your Reputation at Work

ruin reputation at work

One simple way to reduce work stress is to maintain a good reputation with your co-workers and superiors.  If you feel respect from those you work with, you can get along better with others and feel more comfortable in general which improves your level of productivity.  But it’s easy to loosen up on self-discipline after […]

Want to Be Your Own Boss? Now is the Time for Franchise Jobs!

franchise jobs

Many of the jobs that contributed to the growth in food service and retail jobs last month are the result of growing franchises.  Franchise jobs are a huge help to the economy, since they are constantly growing and producing employment opportunities.  What’s more, working for a franchise gives you the opportunity to own one yourself […]

Not So Fast! Pause Before You Accept That Promotion at Work

promotion at work

In our jobs and careers, many of us feel the drive, along with the pressure, to get ahead.  Society has trained us to obtain more power, make more money, and feel like our skills are being developed and utilized effectively.   When we are giving our all at work, many of us are doing so expecting […]

For Food Service and Retail Workers, 2016 is Looking Bright

food service industry jobs

Jobdiagnosis.com is thrilled to report high job gains seen last month for the retail and food service industry.  The U.S. economy added 151,000 jobs in January, and while this number is lower than the 262,000 jobs added in December 2015 (which takes into account seasonal adjustments), jobs are growing rapidly in retail and food service.  […]

Combat Self Pity: How to Stay Positive During Your Job Search

staying positive during job search

Coping with unemployment can be tough.  With what can seem to be an overwhelming amount of free time, lack of purpose and insufficient income, it’s easy to get down on yourself and lose motivation, especially when your job search efforts seem to be fruitless.  But just because you lack a steady job at the moment, […]