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- Interview Preparation; How To Create Your Unique Brand - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Carole MartinAlmost every article - or career coach - will tell you that in order to do well in an interview - and to ultimately get the job offer, you must "Be Prepared." But what if you don't know how to prepare? - "What does prepared look like?" - "How do I know what they are going to ask?" - "How can ...
Views: 3You must read the article to rate it. - Confidence is Your Birthright - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Margaret PrusanRemember when you were a kid and thought you could do anything? You knew no boundaries, had no fears and felt you could conquer the world? Self confidence was your birthright and you knew how to use it to get what you wanted. Then you grew up and that self confidence was eroded by life ...
Views: 13(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Learn To Overcome Obstacles And Achieve Your Ultimate Success - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Daniel HerznerAre you completely committed to discovering how to succeed in life and business? Ask that question of a large group of people and I'm sure each one of them will tell you they're completely committed to living a successful, more fulfilled life. After all, who doesn't want more out of life, ...
Views: 12(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Points That Fellowship Directors Look For During The Interview Process - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Dr.Michelle FinkelMatching to a fellowship program through the NRMP® (National Resident Matching Program) or other means is a competitive endeavor. Even strong applicants can have difficulty getting positions in many sub-specialties. Those that do match may not get their top choices, leaving them in suboptimal ...
Views: 6You must read the article to rate it. - Business and Personal Development Training - Start With The First Date! - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Bruce KruegerToday's economy shows just how important business and personal development training is to your getting ahead and prospering in today's competitive work-place environment. Sadly, so many became so complacent in recent years when we thought the "Bubble" would never burst. Ouch, we were so ...
Views: 8You must read the article to rate it. - Empower your People and Reap the Rewards - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Helen RoditisAn increasing number of companies are starting to look beyond productivity when investing time and money to develop high performing teams. This new wave of professional development is addressing “positivity” in the workplace because both productivity and work satisfaction are so closely ...
Views: 15You must read the article to rate it. - Is Your Career Worth an Hour of Your Time? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Peggy McKeeObviously, the answer to this simple question is a resounding “Yes!” After all, careers represent achievement and financial security. Giving up an hour of your time is an insignificant sacrifice considering the benefits that it can provide. The next question: How should you utilize that ...
Views: 13(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - What Groups on LinkedIn Should I Join? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Peggy McKeeOne of the best aspects of LinkedIn is that it allows people to connect with other professionals in specific areas of interest. LinkedIn Groups is a place for communities to form based on a common experience, goal, or any other characteristic. The idea is to provide a venue where collaboration and ...
Views: 13(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Why is LinkedIn Important When I Already Have a Resume? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Peggy McKeeThere are plenty of people who think that a LinkedIn account replaces traditional methods of job-hunting. While this might work for a few, this is not really the concept that propels the existence of this professional networking site. The purpose of LinkedIn is to provide a means of connecting ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - Your Profile on LinkedIn is Your Key to a Great Job - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Peggy McKeeAs any job-seeker can attest, finding a good job in today’s business climate can be quite challenging. The good news is that it is not an impossible task. There are some tools that people can use in order to increase their chances of landing a great career opportunity. One of these tools is ...
Views: 14(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Find Freelance Writing Jobs - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Alina jamesThe demand for freelance writers has been growing rapidly all across the globe. With more and more number of websites being created every day the need for freelance writers is also growing. For writers there are a plenty of freelance jobs available online such as article writing, content writing, ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - 12 Tips to getting a job in any economy - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Laura MonzoWith almost 16 million people out of work, more and more people are finding themselves having to figure out how to land a job in a market where more jobs are being lost. This is the toughest environment in 50 years to get a job in and you better have your best game on to do so. While the consensus ...
Views: 32(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Your Journey to Happiness at Work - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Donna GalayWhether you are between jobs, wish you were in a different job, or just want to experience more satisfaction in your current job, a Career Coach is there to help you. A coach will enable you to make some important discoveries about yourself and the work environment in which you can be your best ...
Views: 18(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - When To Make A Career Change - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Donna GalayWhether you are already in a transition or just exploring some new options, you have the opportunity to examine whether a change of job or career is appropriate - and any perceived barriers to making that needed change. It takes courage to face what isn’t working in our lives – but the ...
Views: 17(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Education Administrators : Career Overview, Education, Outlook & Salary - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from James TomersonThe job of education administrators is to provide instructional leadership at different educational institutions and organizations. These administrators perform their tasks not only in universities and colleges, but they are also hired by businesses, museums and correctional facilities among ...
Views: 11(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - What is God's Call for You? - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Kimberly ChastainHave you struggled with trying to figure out what is God’s call for your life? Do you wonder if you are in the right career or if you are doing the right things? I remember vividly while in high school trying to figure out what to major in when I went to college. I was tormented with picking the ...
Views: 14(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Paralegal Careers: Do You Have What It Takes? - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Patricia CarrollInterested in getting into a high-growth profession? Paralegal jobs are forecasted to grow by as much as 22 percent through 2016. However, the best paralegal jobs are still highly competitive, as is the case in most professions these days. So how do you know if you have what it takes to really ...
Views: 12You must read the article to rate it. - Why Choose a Sustainable Career? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Kevin LongThe current economic crisis has proved the fact that there is no such thing as job security. No job can be considered as safe no matter how well you have been performing. This in turn has led to the rise in popularity of sustainable career opportunities. But before you make a career switch it is ...
Views: 12You must read the article to rate it. - Medical Residency Interview Advice - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Dr.Michelle FinkelMatching to a residency program through the NRMP® (National Resident Matching Program) is a competitive endeavor. Even strong candidates – especially IMGs (international medical graduates) - can have difficulty getting positions in many specialties. Those that do match may not get their top ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - Getting a Job in Non-profit Organizations - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Kevin LongThe basic purpose of starting a non-profit organization is the fulfillment of mutual or public benefits other than profit making. If you thought individuals start a NGO in order to get away from income tax payment or hide their illegal assets, think again. Even though governments in many ...
Views: 16You must read the article to rate it. - Careers in Nutrition: Healthy Choices - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Iftikhar RasulNutritionists are considered the professionals when it comes to the bodies of humans and the results that dieting can deliver to the human system. They study better ways to eat, what foods to eat and what not to eat. Those who adopt careers in nutrition can tell you what foods to avoid and what ...
Views: 14You must read the article to rate it. - How to Answer Tough Interview Questions - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Linda MatiasTraditional interview questions are nerve wracking enough to answer. When interviewers ask tough interview questions you can get thrown off your game. To prepare for these potential curveballs, you should be aware of example questions that may come your way. Being privy of potential interview ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - Choosing a Web Development Company That Is Best In Business - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Charles AlfredWeb development has become a trendy career option and several web development companies are evolving each day around the globe. To select the right web development company among the available bunch is really a tough ask. The progressive popularity of the web and its comprehensive feature of ...
Views: 9You must read the article to rate it. - What if I get it wrong? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Michelle BayleyIf you don’t like your current work but have a nagging doubt that making a change could mean moving to something you dislike just as much, what should you do? It’s a familiar question that I hear as a career coach and I know from my own experience of career change that it can lead to ...
Views: 29(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - The top ten ways to be unhappy at work, especially after 40! - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Craig NathansonMost people are good at being unhappy at work There are so many people who are already unhappy at their work. So probably I don't need to teach them since they are already so good at this. But for those who want to change bad habits a reminder sometimes is a good idea. 1 Work for JUST the ...
Views: 29(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - YOU and Your Company: Making the Corporate Brand / Personal Brand Connection - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Brenda BenceYou may already know that defining and communicating your unique personal brand on the job is a powerful way to further your career. But have you ever thought about the connection between your personal brand and your company's brand? What role does that "connection" -- or lack of a connection -- ...
Views: 25(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How Do You Find Meaningful Work? - 10 Questions to Ask Yourself To Get A Good Fit - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Alvah ParkerWhen looking for a job, most people focus on the responsibilities of the job to find a good fit. While getting hired to do a job that is interesting and well suited to your background is important, there are three other pieces of the equation that should not be overlooked - your fellow workers, ...
Views: 27(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Longing for Meaningful Work? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Alvah ParkerRecently one of the women attorneys in a mentoring circle that I facilitate expressed her dissatisfaction with her current job. She worked in a small firm where the partners brought in the work and distributed it to the various attorneys in the firm. The partners then checked the completed ...
Views: 26(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Career Enhancement Tips for Quiet, Shy or Timid Employees - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Sarah DolliverThere’s nothing easy about being an employee these days. Deadlines are tight. Production goals are through the roof. Everyone pushes their hardest to meet demands. Now, include the fact that not all personalities work well in the same conditions. It can be a recipe for failure or breakdown for ...
Views: 28(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Seven Truths of Career Success - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Ford Myers1. The most qualified candidate does not necessarily get the job offer Many times, candidates with lesser qualifications get job offers simply because they’ve prepared and presented themselves in a more compelling way. They “package” themselves better, with an outstanding portfolio of ...
Views: 29(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Hey Management, Get a Life! - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Mort TeischThere is a disturbing trend in American business today; non-recognition of what was once normal hours, (i.e. 8 to 4, 9 to 5 etc.) I am constantly bombarded with horror stories at my seminars with employees working a 60, 70 or more hour week. Now come on! I can understand working late hours to ...
Views: 25(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - The Art of Virtual Leadership - 4 Keys to Leading Remote Workers and Managing Virtual Teams - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Phil MonteroMany organizations believe that one of the biggest challenges they face when implementing a virtual office is managing mobile or remote workers. It is unfortunate that they let this perception stop them from reaping the many benefits of a more flexible workplace. Remote management is not ...
Views: 28(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Winning at Working: Time-Out - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Nan RussellWhen young children misbehave, many parents, teachers and caregivers insist on a time-out. Think how much better your workplace would be if you initiated the same approach. No, not for your boss or coworkers, but for yourself. It's hard to be amenable to reason or hear a contrary point of view ...
Views: 24(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - New Employees... Why Do So Many Fail - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Andrew BaileyIn every company each year they hire many new employees. Most companies have a new employee checklist and put them through a new employee induction of some sort. The sad truth is, many of these new employees just do not work out. Right from the outset I will say that generally the only ones to ...
Views: 34(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - The five biggest myths about work - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2009 from Craig NathansonMyth One: Work leads to retirement This is the biggest myth of all. First of all, most people simply can no longer afford to stop working. Even for those who do stop working soon they find their lives are filled with too much leisure time. Not too long after a feeling of wanting to make a ...
Views: 27You must read the article to rate it. - Handling The Manipulative, Backstabbing Office Psychopath - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Andrew BaileyWe all have them. Those annoying, manipulative backstabbing colleagues. We normally label them as the 'office psychopath'. Male, female, it doesn't matter. In fact, Dr John Clarke, a lecturer at the Continuing Education Center at the University of Sydney and the author of two books on psychopaths ...
Views: 40(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Over-emphasis on Reward and Punishment - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Craig NathansonEmployee recognition Does this sound familiar? It’s a Friday and another day at the office. Today is employee recognition day. As usual once a month the department manager gathers the whole group for a one hour meeting. Employees come to the faceless conference room and await the monthly ...
Views: 33(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Find a Job When You Already Have One - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsYou’re in a stronger position to find a job if you already have one, and in today’s work environment, it’s better to hang on to a current job, even if you hate your boss, while you look. However, be careful when you do so to avoid others at work – and especially your boss – knowing that ...
Views: 28(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Limiting Beliefs Crush Your Success - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Linda PucciI've been working with people for over 30 years now, in all sorts of contexts. Some have seen me for therapy to get over a trauma, or to change how they cope, or to overcome depression or anxiety. Some see me for business coaching, to grow their business and achieve financial security. Some ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Are You In Charge At Work? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Andrew BaileyBeing a manager has its ups and downs. Its ups are that you have certain privileges that others don't, more respect due to your position and hopefully, you are making more money than you were before you got your promotion. The downs are: longer hours, more stress, more responsibilities, heavier ...
Views: 32(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Is Your Business Worth Dying For? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Lorraine PirihiIt's amazing to see so many people who are prepared to sacrifice their lives for the sake of their business. I'm sure you know of someone like that. They get up at the crack of dawn, drag their weary bodies out of the house and head off for another rollercoaster ride at work. Ten or twelve hours ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Interviewing During the Economic Downturn - How to Look Confident in a Job Interview - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Patty BuccellatoWhen you feel good about yourself, you radiate confidence. The same is unfortunately true when you're feeling desperate or negative, you then radiate discomfort and nervousness. The latter is not the nonverbal message you want to convey to potential employers today, or ever. Instead, the positive ...
Views: 39(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Want to Combine Career With Conscience? Choose a Non-profit Job - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Kevin LongIf you have been looking for a career that helps you do something you believe in, there are thousands of non-profit job opportunities available out there. Not very often we come across people who leave their secure jobs in multinational companies to join non-profit organizations but the number ...
Views: 30(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Are Sustainable Jobs Here to Stay? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Kevin LongSustainable jobs are all about making a living while making a difference. From union leaders to politicians, everyone seems to be talking about ‘sustainable jobs’ as the next big thing. It is being predicted that the green jobs sector will not only prove effective in generating more jobs but ...
Views: 30(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Conquer your “Control Freak” to Increase Results - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Melanie Benson StrickAs entrepreneurs, our strengths can become our greatest weaknesses. By nature we are fast paced, highly creative risk takers. But when it comes to building a team, it’s like forcing us to take a nap at 10:00am. It’s just not our natural way of doing things. The most important aspect of ...
Views: 30You must read the article to rate it. - 5 Key Elements to Quick-Start a High Payoff Virtual Team - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Melanie Benson StrickOnce you realize you are ready to delegate to other you are probably going to want to get started quickly. That’s how we work as entrepreneurs, an idea gets in our head and we leap forward. Typically we rush to bring a new team member on board because we need help now – we can’t wait to ...
Views: 33You must read the article to rate it. - Are You An Over-Delegator or an Under Delegator? - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Melanie Benson StrickI know you’ve heard me talk over and over about the importance of delegation. It’s crucial to business growth, but figuring out how to do it correctly isn’t always easy. I view it as “part Art, part Science”. The “Art” is knowing which tasks and responsibilities are most beneficial ...
Views: 25You must read the article to rate it. - The Insider Secret To Paying For Your Growth - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Melanie Benson StrickWith credit lines diminishing and debt rising, how does one go about paying for all the resources to grow? It’s a common challenge facing many in the entrepreneurial community but it doesn’t have to be the roadblock that keeps you from investing in the right growth opportunities. I’ve ...
Views: 29You must read the article to rate it. - A Must Have Tool For Your Delegation Toolbox - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Melanie Benson StrickOne of the biggest frustrations of having a business can be managing staff. It’s frustrating to have a team member who is constantly off the mark in terms of what you need from them. This is also one of the easiest problems to solve when you use the right tools that allow you to hire the right ...
Views: 27You must read the article to rate it. - Team Leader Training - Why run Team Meetings? - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Kate TammemagiTeam Meetings are an opportunity for a Team Leader, and, when used effectively, they are the Leader’s main process for building their high performing Team. However, very few Team Leaders can get the full potential from their Team Meetings. This is largely because of their own experience of boring ...
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