The New York Times article called “A Clip-And-Save Renaissance” reports that online coupon redemption is up 25% for the first half of 2009 vs. last year.

One reason for the revival is that they’re easier to redeem than rebates and you don’t need to wait to see the savings.

The demographics of coupon users isn’t blue haired, moth-balled seniors either. According to the Times’ article, households earning $70,000 or more a year were among the top users.

A few weeks ago, Copy Cop introduced its own coupons—both paper coupons and online (CopyCop_Coupons_2010.pdf) and early tracking shows that print customers are redeeming coupons steadily.

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Even before the economy became a cliché, finding a job was tough work. It was, in itself, a full-time job.  So many cogs need to move together to land the right position with the right employer.

Networking. How many online applications have you filled out to never hear from the employer again? Nevermind “again,” you just don’t even hear anything after sending your resume. If you do get a reply, it’s usually a form letter saying they’ll “keep your resume on file” for a year (which means don’t send another resume anytime soon).

It’s easier said than done, but the path of least frustration is by networking. Through websites like facebook, or linkedin, build a network of friends and contacts in your industry. When you’re looking for work, they should be the first people you contact!

Stand out. Listing your day to day duties may show potential employers what your skills are, but what makes you a better candidate than the 200 others applying for the same position? What did you bring to your past employers that wouldn’t have happened without you? Perhaps an idea that turned into a successful program or trimmed the company expenses? Highlighting personal contributions you made will help you stand above others.

Your presentation. You can do everything right, but the long-held adage remains—your resume is your first impression—make sure it is spot on. Have several friends proofread it. Get your resume and cover letter printed professionally on quality paper. Go a step beyond the sticker return address labels and also have envelopes printed professionally with your return address. Your first impression will be greater even before the recipient sees your resume!