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How to Become a Work From Home Coach - by Mackenzie Pearce
Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Mackenzie Pearce
The first step to becoming a coach is to understand what coaching is. WHAT IS COACHING? Coaching is helping someone go from the life they have- no matter what their current circumstances- to the life they want, the life they deserve. This means that you need to understand how the human ...
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The Power of Personal Branding: How to Improve Your Company’s Bottom Line - by Brenda Bence
Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Brenda Bence
Let’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 ...
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Cool, High Paying Jobs - by Clifford McHanter
Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Clifford MacHanter
Finishing up school and heading out into the job market can be a very exciting time. These days some are finding it hard to find high paying jobs at all much less ones they actually want and the prospect of taking a job that they have no interest in is a terrible one. Unfortunately, many people are ...
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5 Must Interview Questions You Need to Ask! - by James Malervy
Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from James Malervy
These five must ask interview questions go beyond the apparent ones, such as what is the title of the job, what is the job description, who would you be reporting to, and other fundamental questions. In fact, it's doubtful you'll even need to ask those questions, as they are typically summarized ...
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College Seniors Need a LinkedIn Profile Now - by Peggy McKee
Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Peggy McKee
If you’re a college senior, you’ll be a jobseeker soon. Students traditionally use on-campus job interviews as a way to get their first post-college job, but according to one article, less than 1/3 of college students find jobs from companies that hire through career services. So ...
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Bad vs. Good people? - by Craig Nathanson
Submitted on Nov 15, 2009 from Craig Nathanson
Labels at work It can be easy as a manager to label people as bad or good performers. This performance labeling tends to be a convenient way to quickly categorize people. It is efficient for human resources. Once labeled, people can be given promotions or demotions, merit or punitive action, ...
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Mid Life and Career Change? - by John G E Frye
Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from John Frye
The depth of inherent experiences to be accessed directly from Source of Success is something that as a leader of this enterprise I am very proud. I am not too proud however to except that I am now at a stage of my life where any changes in one’s career can be for some, catastrophic. Now don’t ...
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A Social Network That Makes You Happy? - by Deb Scott
Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Deb Scott
Social networks appear to be all the rage today. But, is there a social network that can help you to be happy? YES! By accident I discovered Jason's Network, a social networking site developed by Jason McElhone. This site is a hidden jewel where people are committed to sharing their unique ...
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"Living Your Authentic Life" Who's Life Are You Living? Transition Tip - Be The You That You Were Meant To Be - by Patricia Phelan Clapp M.A. - Transition Coach
Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from Patricia Clapp
We all hear this phrase. Live your authentic life. Whether it ’s on the latest self help blog or you happened to be tuned in to Dr. Phil, this seems to be the phrase that can stop us personal development junkies in our tracks. What, exactly, does this mean? If you aren’t living your ...
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Should You Respond to Online Job Postings and “Help-Wanted” Ads? - by Ford R. Myers
Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Ford Myers
Let’s assume that you’ve just spent a lot of time preparing, strategizing and tooling-up for a job search. Now, you’re finally ready to get into action. What’s the first thing you’re likely to do? Of course! Go online (or open a newspaper or trade publication), to start scanning the job ...
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Back on the career ladder: Tips for reentering the workforce - by Virginia McCormack, MSED
Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Virginia McCormack
You’ve crunched the numbers. You’ve scaled back quite a bit. You’ve stretched, pulled and bent your dollars. Some nights you can’t sleep as you worry about this winter’s heating bill. It’s time to get back into the workforce. That thought has you just as scared as the economy. ...
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Money is Payment for... - by Michelle Ward
Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Michelle Ward
As a struggling actress, I knew that in order to feed/clothe myself & keep a roof over my head, I had to take as many day jobs as I had limbs. These day jobs equaled money, and comfort, and a Girls Night Out or two. Even though I was auditioning every spare second I had, and taking almost every ...
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5 Reasons I Got Off My Ass & Discovered a New Passion - by Michelle Ward
Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Michelle Ward
I've taken some time this month to clean out my Gmail, the main goal being to have a completely empty Inbox. I went through each email one by one, adding it to my Gmail Task List and/or archiving it away, until I got to the very last entry. It was labeled "journal" & dated 12/14/06. I knew it was ...
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How is this my life? - by Michelle Ward
Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Michelle Ward
Chances are, if you're reading this article, you're a creative type in one way or another. You might be an artist, a writer, a knitter, a dancer, a musician, a sculptor, an actor, a quilter, a painter or a singer. You might be a director, a filmmaker, a stage manager, a photographer, or a graphic ...
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Happiness and Work - by Craig Nathanson
Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Craig Nathanson
What is happiness? In many ways happiness is very subjective and judged differently by each person. My observation is that people are most happy when they feel in control of their life. Much of one’s life occurs at work thus happiness at work is an important factor to consider. Many factors ...
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Is Your Career Worth an Hour of Your Time? - by Peggy McKee
Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Peggy McKee
Obviously, 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 ...
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What Groups on LinkedIn Should I Join? - by Peggy McKee
Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Peggy McKee
One 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 ...
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Why is LinkedIn Important When I Already Have a Resume? - by Peggy McKee
Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Peggy McKee
There 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 ...
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Your Profile on LinkedIn is Your Key to a Great Job - by Peggy McKee
Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Peggy McKee
As 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 ...
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Marketing Strategies: Are You Proactive Enough? - by Dr. Maya Bailey
Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Maya Bailey
What does it mean to be proactive? Many people come to me without a full understanding of the word proactive. What does it mean to you? Does it mean not procrastinating? Does it mean "getting on the ball? " If you answered "yes" , you're right but there's a lot more to it. Are you the "cause" ...
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12 Tips to getting a job in any economy - by Grant Cardone
Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Laura Monzo
With 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 ...
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Work: Just Make It Easy - by Spyder Webb, D.D.
Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Spyder Webb
What does life look like when your work is easy? You get up in the morning and go to work doing something that you really love doing. Oh, you might still have to work hard at it, but it’s more like playing hard than working hard. When you’re playing hard, challenges are fun, invigorating, ...
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Your Journey to Happiness at Work - by Donna Galay, B. Admin, CHRP, ACCC
Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Donna Galay
Whether 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 ...
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When To Make A Career Change - by Donna Galay, B. Admin, CHRP, ACCC
Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Donna Galay
Whether 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 ...
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From Job to Freedom: Making the Move Successfully! - by Donna Galay, B. Admin, CHRP, ACCC
Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Donna Galay
Thousands 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 ...
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What Is LinkedIn? And Why Should I Care? - by Peggy McKee
Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Peggy McKee
With 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 ...
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How Does LinkedIn Work? - by Peggy McKee
Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Peggy McKee
LinkedIn, a social networking site for professionals, is a large community of over 40 million users from all over the world. It allows people to interact with other individuals and maintain profile pages that contain their career-oriented information and contact details. The advantage of LinkedIn ...
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Food Science Technicians : Career, Education & Earning - by James Tomerson
Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from James Tomerson
The profession of food science technicians involves research and development to help improve the qualities of food and beverage products. The job happens to be a highly responsible one. These professionals work in close contact with scientists and conduct various kinds of tests on food and ...
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What if I get it wrong? - by Michelle Bayley
Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Michelle Bayley
If 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 ...
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The top ten ways to be unhappy at work, especially after 40! - by Craig Nathanson
Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Craig Nathanson
Most 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 ...
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Seven Truths of Career Success - by Ford R. Myers
Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Ford Myers
1. 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 ...
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The Fearless Job Seeker Out of College: Seven Steps to Getting Out of Your Parents' House and into a Career - by Robin Fisher Roffer
Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Intent.com Authors
So here you are, fresh out of school in the worst economy in decades, thinking you'll be lucky to land a job manning the grease vat at the local burger joint. Don't set your sights so low, says Robin Fisher Roffer, author of The Fearless Fish Out of Water. Be true to yourself and you can find the ...
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Cover Letters – Turning Yours Into An Interview - by Catherine Jones
Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Catherine Jones
Don’t just send a potential employer your standard CV or resume. Why? Because the chances are it won’t get read, especially if it’s a speculative resume or CV. Why? Because employers get annoyed when it looks like you’ve made no effort in your application to them. Rather employers ...
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Education in Food Service & Restaurant Management - by James Tomerson
Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from James Tomerson
Restaurant management or food service management provides abundant career opportunities to all those who aspire to make a career in this field. To kick start your career in the culinary industry successfully, candidated need to be equipped with an appropriate degree from a culinary school or a ...
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Negotiating Your Severance Package - Should You? - by Cecile Peterkin
Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Cecile Peterkin
Given that the economy is nowhere near as strong as it could be, more and more companies are looking at layoffs as an option that will help them to stay in business. No matter how great you are at your job, there is a risk of the company eliminating your position - and if that happens, it’s ...
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How to Write Your Personal Mission/Vision Statement to Achieve Your Goals - by Cecile Peterkin
Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Cecile Peterkin
I recently spent some time revising my personal vision/mission statement for my career coaching and mentoring practice. While doing this, it occurred to me that the vision I have for my work is closely related to my personal vision. Having a job that reflects my personal vision is powerful because ...
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The five biggest myths about work - by Craig Nathanson
Submitted on Sep 26, 2009 from Craig Nathanson
Myth 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 ...
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Effectively Utilizing a Cover Letter - by Ruth Ellroy
Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Andy Jobs
A cover letter is a gainful opportunity to present yourself to potential corporations and illustrate why you are ready to be associated with their corporation. It is furthermore a fantastic way to clarify any inconsistencies in your job application before they actually check it. If you are applying ...
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Revive Your Dreams! - by Kelly McIntyre M.Sc.
Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Intent.com Authors
Do you have a dream that keeps resurfacing yet you ignore it or immediately dismiss it? Why do you push it away? Do you think it is too grand? Do you shy away from it because of what other people might think about you and what they may say, "Who does she think she is?" Recently someone ...
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Interview Thank You Letter - Why And How To Write One - by Catherine Jones
Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Catherine Jones
Few interviewees send an interview thank you letter for one or several reasons: • They think it looks like they’re sucking up (this is nonsense) • They think there’s no point as the decision has been made (it rarely has) • It doesn’t occur to them to send one (more fool ...
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Over-emphasis on Reward and Punishment - by Craig Nathanson
Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Craig Nathanson
Employee 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 ...
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Losing Your Job - Some How To Deal With Stress Tips - by Janet McNally
Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Janet McNally
Life Playground Newsletter - September 2009 Greetings Playgrounders.... Spring is in the air, for those of us that live in the southern hemisphere, that is and it is time for excitement, birth, renewal and for some of us out there... a time to be made redundant or get laid off!! Two of ...
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The Interview Game - by Jen Trinque
Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Jen Trinque
Have 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 ...
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Creating Your Own Job Description - by Jen Trinque
Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Jen Trinque
Today I was coaching someone who wants to make a career change. Besides the advice of asking her to recall what she loved to do as a kid that made time fly, I told her to go to a place where she could imagine what having her dream career would feel like. Not what she'd be doing, specifically, just ...
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Smart Women, Subways and Asking - by Joy Chudacoff
Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from Joy Chudacoff
Recently, our family took a trip to the "Big Apple" where we met up with my parents for a special vacation. It was lots of fun and we created a memorable experience. When traveling to a new city, it's exciting to think about all of the sights and adventures that you will experience. Knowing what ...
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From College to Career: How to Get Hired In a Recession - by Sarah Hathorn, AICI CIP, CPBS
Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Sarah Hathorn, AICI CIP
This year many college graduates will continue to interview for their first executive position during a very unusual economic time. As a young professional, you are armed with a world of knowledge. However, now comes the art of gaining real-life experiences in your field of expertise. It will be ...
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Stop Selling Failure by Talking Yourself Out of Success - by Sarah Hathorn, AICI CIP, CPBS
Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Sarah Hathorn, AICI CIP
One of the obstacles I face with my professional clients is their inability to recognize and overcome sabotaging self-talk. Through coaching them I realize how personal image can be, and how easy it is to be overly critical of ourselves –when we really need to be our own biggest fans. We often ...
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Yes, You Can Find or Create More Work in Today's Downturn - by Gini Graham Scott
Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Intent.com Authors
Even with the new hope inspired by Obama's election, pragmatic reality is setting in as more and more banks and stores are affected by the recession, and the unemployment rate rises. Most recently, it was up to over 9% in California, about 7% throughout the country. However, deep ...
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Workplace Issues Facing Women Today - by Charmaine Augustin
Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Charmaine Augustin
Many of the biggest workplace challenges facing women today still revolve around gender. Why do women still earn less than men holding the same job? Will the glass ceiling ever be reached or for that matter shattered? Is a balance between family and career attainable? What will it take to establish ...
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Nail the Interview in 5 Minutes - by Charlotte Weeks
Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Charlotte Weeks
It’s happened to all of us. You finally get an interview for the job you want. You spend the drive over anticipating questions and rehearsing answers. You give the interviewer your best handshake and then before you can answer the second question, you get that feeling…you are not getting ...
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