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Though many careers are meant to be lifelong ones, sometimes change can be good – but there’s a lot more to changing careers than simply updating your résumé and qualifications. A thorough understanding of the intricacies of career change can be critical to your success.
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Changing Careers in a Recession? Good or Bad Idea? - By David Couper- The Power of Personal Branding: How to Improve Your Company’s Bottom Line - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Brenda BenceLet’s face it: There are never enough hours in the day to get everything done – especially when you’re running a business. So, focusing on a topic like personal branding may end up at the bottom of your “To Do List.” Just how important is personal branding to the success of your overall ...
Views: 1You must read the article to rate it. - Is There a Perfect Career For You? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Cindy SnowballFeeling uninspired in your current job? Thinking that the economy has you stuck because changing jobs could be a risk? That nagging feeling of discontent could be telling you to start imagining a new and better way to work. Maybe you just need a change but maybe... just maybe there is a perfect ...
Views: 11(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Continuing Adult Education is a Great way to Further Your Career - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Abby ReidAfter high school, it often happens that people have to take a pass on attending college for a number of reasons. However, this does not mean that you cannot go back to college later – this is where Adult Education comes into play. Adult education is a boon for all those people who had dreams of ...
Views: 8(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Revealed: Answers Top Three Vision Board Questions - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from JOYCE SCHWARZOne of the reasons that I wrote The Vision Board: The Secret to an Extraordinary Life was to dispel any superstition or ‘woo –woo’ thinking about creating vision boards. It’s my belief a vision board can be one of the most effective life planning techniques that you’ll ever ...
Views: 15(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - How to do a Career Tune-up Every Season - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from JOYCE SCHWARZMost of us get our cars tuned-up every 30,000 miles or so -- or at least once a year. Yet many of us fail to tune-up our careers until they are stalled or worse! A good auto tune-up insures that your car continues to run smoothly, that it's getting good gas mileage and checks to prevent severe ...
Views: 13(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Demystifying Career Transitions - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Helen RoditisYou can have a fulfilling career. Yes! The thought of changing careers can evoke a wide range of emotions. Right now, you are invited to feel empowered to take the first steps in creating a career you love. Right here, you will learn to assess your need for a career transition, how to embark on ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You 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: 45(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: 27(3 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: 25(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - From Job to Freedom: Making the Move Successfully! - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Donna GalayThousands of people turn 55 each day in Canada. Most of them will retire for the first time, unsuccessfully, at age 57. Why “unsuccessfully”? Because while many pre-retirees plan and calculate their financial resources to ensure an adequate nest egg to fund their retirement, almost none of ...
Views: 27(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Writing A CV Needs Certain Skills - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Peter FisherWriting a CV is more than just listing your past jobs; your CV writing skill can be the key to winning a new job, so if you need help with your CV it may be more cost efficient to get a professional CV writer on the case. The professional CV writer recognizes that what works best is a CV that is ...
Views: 22(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Career Change – Step 1 isn’t updating your resume’ - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2009 from Dorothy Tannahill-MoranI can’t count the number of times I’ve heard people talk about “updating their resume” when thinking about making a career change. If you are one of those people out there putting the polish on your resume’ as you are about to launch a job search for a new career- STOP. Your resume’ ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Buying or selling the Perfect Business - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Andrew RogersonIf you are looking to buy or sell your business, perhaps your starting point is perfection. But what is perfect? As they say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. However, if you are considering buying or selling a business, the following items would probably feature in the “Perfect ...
Views: 28(4 votes)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: 22(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - What Is LinkedIn? And Why Should I Care? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Peggy McKeeWith over 40 million members and still growing, LinkedIn is the biggest professional network in the entire world. It connects an individual with numerous contacts. But, there is more to LinkedIn than just connections....after all, recent developments in networking technology should provide more ...
Views: 24You must read the article to rate it. - Do you know your inspirational calling? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Denise JonesWe have all heard of "The Road Not Taken" Robert Frost Which Road are you on? I encourage you to think about it as you ponder though the pages of your life. Have you been running with the pack or doing what your heart tells you? These days it seems we always want to please others and not ...
Views: 33(2 votes)You 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: 38(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Market Your Consulting Business For Free - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Robert ArmbristerLet's face it, if you're like most consultants you are a one-man-band operating on a shoe string budget. You don't have thousands of dollars to spend on marketing and advertisements. At the same time, the market looks a bit gloomy and you need to keep finding new clients. This article will show ...
Views: 43(1 vote)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: 39(2 votes)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: 38(2 votes)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: 35(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Finding a Job You Love - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Hallie CrawfordBy Hallie Crawford Have you truly found a job you love? When you are searching for a job there are many career choices and I find that people struggle with their career decisions because they havent’t learned how to really find a job they love – a job they are passionate about. Here’s ...
Views: 26(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Career Aptitude Test – Pass Your Career Aptitude Test And Land The Job - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Catherine JonesSome 40% of employers now use some form of career aptitude test as part of their employee selection process and this number appears to be rising. This is because employers recognise that choosing candidates on the basis of a job interview only is very subjective. They know that it’s not always ...
Views: 38(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Business Analyst jobs and careers - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Fei LimIn a tough economic environment like the one we are currently mired in, there is nothing more important to businesses than cutting out the waste and becoming more efficient. That is why many companies have taken it upon themselves to hire a business analyst. As you might have already guessed, the ...
Views: 33You must read the article to rate it. - Preparing For Your Next Job Interview - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Leon EdwardWhen you're in search of a new job, the first thing to do is to check out the job listings available in your area. You can look for job listings in your local daily and weekly newspapers, employment centers and of course, increasingly the web is a good resource for finding a job. However, finding ...
Views: 47(3 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: 34You must read the article to rate it. - How to Work with the Law of Attraction to Find a Job- Regardless of any Condition - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Dorcas WoodHow to Work with the Law of Attraction to Find a Job- Regardless of any Condition By Dorcas Wood Getting a job in this economy is as simple as following the steps to completing any task. Regardless of the reason you are seeking work, rest-assured that obtaining a job, fast, is simple to ...
Views: 65(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Online Business Classes Make Advancing Your Education Easier - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Will HauseA Good Education is Key to a Good Career Education is a very important factor for getting a job. On-the-job training is less and less available, and employers look for applicants with pre-existing experience. The reason for this is that training can be costly, and with decreased company loyalty, ...
Views: 30You must read the article to rate it. - GMAT Test Prep – What are the best practices when studying? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Abby ReidWhat are the best ways to prepare for the GMAT? Anyone looking to take the GMAT examination wonders what they should do to prepare. MBA programs are extremely competitive and an excellent score is necessary to get into a high quality MBA program. With all that is riding on a test score, it is ...
Views: 37You must read the article to rate it. - Do You Set Goals? - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Dr. Cynthia MillerDo you set goals, perhaps make a vision board or focus on your hearts desires? The question arises, are you creating a fresh start with the same old thoughts, the same brain and the same membranes? Radical Gratitude is the bridge between where you are and the manifestation of your hearts desires. ...
Views: 49(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - A Career as a Biostatistician - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2009 from Fei LimBiostatistics is a job field in which college students are instructed in the proper ways of applying statistical research and techniques to solve problems. They are shown how to analyze experimental results and surveys to obtain necessary information. Biostatisticians will use various statistical ...
Views: 29(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - The Interview Game - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Jen TrinqueHave you ever seen a book, a TV show, or an article about something that really, really caught your interest? Maybe you thought, "Gee, I'd love to be a barrel rider in the rodeo", or "I could be a world famous cupcake baker, too!". When you thought about doing these new, exciting things your body ...
Views: 43(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Medical Colleges and Institutes in India - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Shefali RoyThe top medical colleges of India have always earned the appreciation of discerning students. These top medical colleges offer both undergraduate and postgraduate programs in medical science. Students may pursue their MBBS, BDS, MS, MDS, MD and other degrees from the top medical colleges of ...
Views: 37You must read the article to rate it. - CPA, MBA, CFO – What They Mean and How To Become One - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Will HauseThe business world is full of abbreviations. CPA? MBA? CFO? What does it all mean? Before you send away $19.99 + shipping and handling for a decoder ring, keep reading. Decoding the Abbreviations of the Business World CPA CPA stands for Certified Public Accountant and is a title which can ...
Views: 41You must read the article to rate it. - Pursuing a Fashion Design Career - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Bob HartzellThe fashion design business is an interesting mix of showmanship and industry, of the art of design and the science of production and sales. There is much that happens behind the runway. It is important to understand that in the United States, the fashion industry is based in two locations: New ...
Views: 53(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Medical Billing and Coding Careers - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Bob HartzellMedical billing and coding can be two separate job functions, but increasingly the medical codes used for insurance companies are used for patient’s medical records as well. In many offices, the billing and coding function contributes diagnostic and treatment information to the patient’s ...
Views: 51(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Becoming a Massage Therapist - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Bob HartzellMassage therapy has become a popular, mainstream form of relaxation. It is the most lucrative service provided in day spas, and almost two thirds of the practicing massage therapists today are self employed. A significant number work at the profession part time or as a second job. Federal ...
Views: 55(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Making HVAC Your Career - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Bob HartzellThere are about 300,000 Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) professionals working in this country today, so if you are thinking about a career in the field it’s a big pool to jump into. Retirements and average job growth should result in consistent job opportunities. A little over ...
Views: 47(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - The Paralegal Profession can be Career Choice or Career Change - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Bob HartzellParalegals have become fixtures in law offices across this country for two reasons. The profession evolved, to a degree, from the increasing responsibilities that legal secretaries took on, to the point where it made sense for non-lawyers working in law offices to have some training in specific ...
Views: 53(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Surgical Technician is an Exploding Medical Profession - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Bob HartzellThe surgical technician or surgical technologist is an indispensable, though junior member of a medical operating team. They put in their working hours either in the operating room or in an adjacent area prepping patients. They perform a variety of roles during the course of a day in the surgical ...
Views: 45(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Five Careers you can Launch with a Medical Assistant Degree - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Bob HartzellThere are close to 450,000 people working as medical assistants today, and they are scattered through a remarkable number of workplaces, job descriptions and responsibilities. The term ‘medical assistant’ is a catchall for trained personnel that assist in doctor’s offices, hospitals, ...
Views: 53(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Dental Hygienist School is a Two Year Track to a Great Career - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Bob HartzellAccording to the United States Department of Employment, over the next several years the dental hygiene profession is projected to grow at nearly three times the average rate for job growth overall. It is one of the fastest growing occupations in the United States, it provides a good income and ...
Views: 51(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Criminal Justice Degrees have Multiple Uses - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Bob HartzellCriminal Justice Education Today The criminal justice field in general has gotten more complex as have all businesses with the advent of technology. A quick look through the job openings listed within the Department of Homeland Security recruiting site lists positions for chemists, IT ...
Views: 38(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Is it the Recession… or Are You Limiting Your Possibilities for Your New Job? - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Lisa BradleyIf you're a looking for a new job it can feel impossible right now… what if it’s not? Here are some steps to Un-limiting Your Possibilities, and getting a great job even during this recession. The biggest block people often have about their future possibilities is thinking that what they ...
Views: 57(9 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Here are 3 Key Questions to ask your self before going into business. - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Sharon SaylerAs a business coach, these days I’m often asked; “I just got laid-off, should I go into business for myself?” It’s an interesting question because it involves more than being good at what you do. Technical skills do not a business make…I love the analogy a friend that owns a ...
Views: 40(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - First Exploration, Then Implementation, Finally Liberation - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2009 from Payam GhassemlouThe three steps of exploration, followed by implementation and then liberation, are designed to help you find your way out of confusion. Use them as a map to help yourself with challenging issues like what kind of career to pursue, which graduate school to apply to, what type of person to date, and ...
Views: 48(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Career Advice: Three Secrets to Telling Your Story for Career and Life Success - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Ed SykesWhen was the last time you received a job promotion? You are doing a great job at work but everyone else seems to get the promotion you want. You may even start making excuses as to why you are not getting the career promotions you deserve. Well, I ask you the following question: Did you ever ...
Views: 41(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - What is Your Purpose? Quotes and Questions to Help You Find It. - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Leanna Fredrich"Learn to get in touch with the silence within yourself and know that everything in life has a purpose." Elisabeth Kubler-Ross "Decide upon your major definite purpose in life and then organize all your activities around it." Brian Tracy "It's time to start living the life you've imagined." ...
Views: 43You must read the article to rate it. - Five Myth Busters of Changing Careers - Breaking Free to Reach Your Dreams - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Kathleen KingAside from the statistics about the sheer number of careers across our lifetimes in 2009, there are a multitude of new perspectives on career planning, and career options. Was it an option to be a network engineer in a small office when you were a youngster? How about a nanotechnology researcher? ...
Views: 44You must read the article to rate it. - 5 Reasons to Give Thanks For Transition - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Paula TarrantThere are all kinds of transiton in life - some we think of as positive and some we think of as negative. The positive kind - like getting married, having a baby, moving into our dream house - can be a mixture of delight and dread, stress-inducing and thrilling at the same time. And usually, we ...
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