Dallas, along with its Fort Worth neighbor, maintains a diverse economy that offers job opportunity. The city is well known for its role in the petroleum, telecommunications, computer technology, banking, and transportation sectors. With this incredible diversity of companies and industries, it's no surprise that Dallas has such a powerful draw for those looking to advance their careers and relocate.

Dallas has one of the largest concentrations of corporate headquarters in the U.S. and is home to some of the largest companies in the world. ExxonMobil, 7-Eleven, Blockbuster Video, Mary Kay Cosmetics, CompUSA, Zale's, Frito Lay, Dr Pepper, and JCPenney all have their corporate headquarters in the city of Dallas. Dallas also hosts a wide assortment of telecommunications and high-technology companies, including heavyweights Texas Instruments and AT&T. Dallas is truly the land of opportunity for those seeking corporate jobs in nearly any industry or function.

Dallas has been called the "silicone prairie" for its rich and diverse economy that has helped it become one of the job hotspots in the US, even in a huge recession. The IT market is particularly strong in Dallas, the home to nearly half of the state’s high-tech jobs, mainly in the telecom, transportation, and financial markets. Another hot Dallas job market is health care. One recent report generated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that over the next six years, more than half of the country’s 25 fastest growing jobs will be healthcare related. Finance is another booming industry in the Dallas metropolitan area, and there are plenty of positions for analysts, accountants, auditors, and tax specialists. This thriving and diverse city has great potential to provide employment opportunities for anyone willing to search, even in this competitive job market.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average job search for 2009 took 28.5 weeks which is more than 7 months. That’s the longest job search time frame since record keeping began in 1948. With thousands of job seekers pounding the pavement every month, it is important to know how to compete using modern methods in this job seeking market.

Whether you are pursuing contract consulting work or a career transition, Allen And Associates can assist you in finding your next career opportunity. With 50 years of experience, Allen And Associates has a strong understanding of the local job market and with the national job market. Allen And Associates is a part of this community and takes pride in helping people connect efficiently with the right job at the right company.

Contact us today to schedule an appointment with a Career Consultant. Consultation is free and includes a Free Resume Critique.

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