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- 10 Easy Tips to Improve Your Ezine - by Copyright 2002 Terri Seymour
Writing and publishing an ezine is a very important
part of your online business so you want to make it
the best possible ezine you can. I have made mistakes
and changed and re-changed my ezine many times to
make it the best it can be. I am still always looking ...
Views: 1705(1 vote) - Breaking 100 -- Lessons for Achieving Peak Performance - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Donald MitchellRegardless of ability and experience, most people wish they could accomplish more in doing whatever matters most to them. The struggling golfer dreams of breaking 100, a score that would be a nightmare for a good golfer. The solid B student fondly contemplates the satisfaction that a single A ...
Views: 1705(1 vote) - ***Using Assessments to Develop Yourself and Others - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2012 from Regina BarrHave you ever taken a development assessment? Many organizations that I work with are now turning to behavior assessments and other types of personality trait testing for employees or prospective employees. Assessments can: 1. Help individuals better understand their strengths and position ...
Views: 1703 - Work-Life Balance: 3 Keys to a Happy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2015 from Porschia Parker-GriffinHow has your career affected the rest of your life? Are you happy when you go home and ready to connect with your family? The answers to those questions usually lie in your personal, work-life balance. The ability to manage your job duties with other aspects of your life such as health, ...
Views: 1703 - Preceptorships (or Job Shadowing): Great Career Builder - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Peggy McKeeAre you looking to transition into a new career? Whether you are being forced to move on because of the current economic situation, or whether you’re one of the millions of adults switching careers just because you’re ready for a change, consider job shadowing to give yourself a boost. Job ...
Views: 1702 - Want Success in Business? Hire Your Intuition! - by (c) Intuitive Consulting and Communication, Inc.
In today’s fast-paced environment, decisions need to be made swiftly and accurately. While many top executives won’t publicize it, intuition is a key part of their decision-making success. Once thought of as the domain of the "gifted few," it is, ...
Views: 1702 - How to Secure a Foreign University Scholarship in a Simple Way - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Ade AdenekanIn an informal chat with “ Daily Sketch” (a defunct Nigerian newspaper) on May 17, 1983 that was four years before his transition to the world beyond, Papa Obafemi Awolowo – the foremost Nigerian politician and a second-to-none statesman of Nigeria stated that “any society that attempts to ...
Views: 1701 - ***7 Reasons We Procrastinate and Strategies to Overcome Them - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2011 from Regina BarrAsk anyone and they will tell you they have been guilty of it at one time or another. Some find it exhilarating while others find it stressful. What is it? It’s procrastination, the formal term for putting off or avoiding a task or work that needs to be completed, usually within a specific ...
Views: 1699(2 votes) - Advance Your Career -- Get Out of Your Comfort Zone - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Jane Cranstons I see it, there are really three places you can exist in your career--Comfort, Growth, or Fear zones. Let’s assess where you are. Think of a work issue, your current status, or even take a bird’s eye view of the recent past. Ask yourself “Where am I?” “Am I operating mostly in my comfort ...
Views: 1698 - DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AND VISA INTERVIEW TIPS FOR GERMANY STUDY VISA - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2018 from Anshul SinghalYou can apply for a Student Visa for Germany once a German University accepts your application and offers you the letter of confirmation of admission. ‘Blocked Account’ is a crucial factor that determines the success of your application for Germany Study Visa (www.y-axis.com/visa/). It is a bank ...
Views: 1697 - Why you should take dev classes to improve your work options - by Submitted on May 29, 2019 from Kevin GardnerThere are some of the important factors that one should possess in the field of work so as to impress the management. Possession of such skills can make a person be more fascinated and have a good sense in the line of duty. One can be among the critical thinkers if he pushes the matters of the ...
Views: 1697 - ***Do You Know What Color Refers to in Speaking? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2013 from Nancy DanielsBeing expressive when you speak is referred to as color. Color is heard in the various and vivid effects of your vocal sound: it is also seen in your facial expression and body language. Speaking without color is called speaking in a monotone. It is also called boring. You can have the ...
Views: 1695(2 votes) - Importance of SSC Exam Question Papers - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2012 from Radhika SinhaThe Staff Selection Commission has already been declaring a number of recruitment examinations across different government service vacancies, with important application notifications published across leading newspapers and employment dailies in India. However, the recruitment advertisements are ...
Views: 1695 - Fall in Love with Your Job Again - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2017 from Shae HollandWhen you first start your job, you love every aspect of it. You are eager to learn, and every activity is exciting. But as time goes by, some of us start to resent our jobs. You might feel stuck, frustrated, or just plain bored. But job satisfaction doesn’t always require a career change. Here ...
Views: 1693 - It's Your Passion, Not Your Skills, That Get You The Job - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Marc DeBoerI've been noticing a trend with many of my clients when discussing interview tips, tricks and secrets; they all want to figure out how to tackle questions related to their skills. Now, without a doubt, you must be prepared to discuss your background and experience, that's a given. I want to put ...
Views: 1693(1 vote) - Tips to Prepare for SSC Higher Secondary Level Examination - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2012 from Radhika SinhaSSC higher secondary level examination is given the accountability to employ individuals for non-technical posts in assorted departments of the government. Each year, it accomplishes exams for a diverse post in the government. It has assorted means to accomplish employments like exams, ...
Views: 1693 - How To Change Careers No Matter Your Background - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2006 from Anna JohnsonThinking about changing your career... but worried that you may not have the background or qualifications to make the change? Well, your concern may justified - you may need a certain credential, qualification or background to be qualified for the job. But on the other hand, perhaps you don't ...
Views: 1691 - I Want to Do an Ezine! Part 1 What is an Ezine? - by Copyright 2002 Terri Seymour
I have been getting numerous emails lately from people
who want to start publishing an ezine, but really don't
know where to start. So, I am going to write this
series of articles from start to finish in the hopes of
helping some of my associates get started with ...
Views: 1690(1 vote) - Advantages of Doing Part Time Courses - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Manoj VyasPart Time course is quite suitable for the working professionals who can take time from the regular management program. If the person is employed full time, one can surely opt for this course which allows you to attend the classes on the days off in the evenings. Whenever we are considering ...
Views: 1689 - Dusting Off - The Old Résumé - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Lisa Parker, CPRW, CEIPIn May 2010, the Georgia Department of Labor reported that over 57,000 initial unemployment claims were filed with Atlanta leading other state regions in claims; reporting just over 28,000. If you are a statistic of the 10.2% unemployed citizens in the state of Georgia, you know ...
Views: 1689 - 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: 1688(3 votes) - How to help your employees develop within the organisation - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Dale KirkMost organisations realise that human resource development initiatives are not only vital to the success of the organisation but they also help to keep attrition rates low. Many would argue that given the current economic scenario, HRD programs may not be on the cards of companies trying to cut ...
Views: 1688(2 votes) - How to help your employees develop within the organisation - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Dale KirkMost organisations realise that human resource development initiatives are not only vital to the success of the organisation but they also help to keep attrition rates low. Many would argue that given the current economic scenario, HRD programs may not be on the cards of companies trying to cut ...
Views: 1688(2 votes) - ***The 2 Best Ways to Control Your Speed When Speaking - by Submitted on May 12, 2014 from Nancy DanielsOften I find that unclear or poor diction is due to talking at 100 mph. It is certainly not uncommon to hear it in people in which English is not their 1st language; however, it can also occur for speakers in any language whether it is their mother tongue or a 2nd language. Bear in mind that ...
Views: 1685(2 votes) - ***The 2 Best Ways to Control Your Speed When Speaking - by Submitted on May 12, 2014 from Nancy DanielsOften I find that unclear or poor diction is due to talking at 100 mph. It is certainly not uncommon to hear it in people in which English is not their 1st language; however, it can also occur for speakers in any language whether it is their mother tongue or a 2nd language. Bear in mind that ...
Views: 1685(2 votes) - Job Search Technique - Find Hiring Managers on Social Networks - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Peggy McKeeHmmm... Being unemployed stinks. Finding a job is a killer. How do I find the job? Why don't I begin by finding the hiring manager instead? If I can do that, I might be on my way to getting the position that I want. Maybe online social networks offer the key I need to unlock the doors to the job ...
Views: 1685 - ***Does Your Voice Complete Your Profressional Image or Detract from It? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2014 from Nancy DanielsAs a people, we are concerned about the image we project. Certainly in business we want to project a professional image. Does your speaking voice complete that image or does it detract? By the way, I’m not talking about the voice you hear in your head. I’m referring to the sound you hear on ...
Views: 1682 - Become A Professional Interviewee - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2013 from Danielle Dayriesyour work style and personality for the job opening. They are not looking for specific answers, rather to tap into your personality and identify your characteristics. Human Resource Managers take a great deal of time developing interview questions and techniques to successfully complete this ...
Views: 1682 - Voice Training Not Only Improves Your Voice But Your Diction As Well - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2014 from Nancy DanielsOne of the most fascinating things I find on television or in the movies is that everyone’s speech is clear and understandable. Whether the actors are playing hoodlums or heroes, whether the characters are from Harlem or Park Avenue, they all speak distinctly. This particular characteristic is ...
Views: 1680 - Job Hunting: Promote Yourself - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Rebekah CockrellThe web is constantly changing, we all know that. What most of us don’t do is change with it. You need to go further than just sending in resumes if you want to compete for jobs. There are now plenty of new ways to promote yourself. For one, networking has gone online. Join social networking ...
Views: 1679(1 vote) - Dissatisfied With Your Job? Take Your Power Back! - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2005 from Doreen BanaszakApparently, there are all sorts of reasons to be dissatisfied with your job… Statistically, studies have shown that: -Lack of career advancement -Lack of training -Lack of direction from supervisors -A challenging economy -Lack of support from employers (CareerBuilder.com) Some of mine ...
Views: 1678 - Want to make your Careers in Hotels? Join hotel management courses after 12th - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Harry CarlinIt is very difficult to hire well-trained staff to run your business engaged in providing hospitality in many cases, be it running a restaurant, a hotel, an airline, a superstore or any business related to hospitality. Sometimes, it becomes necessary to get your inexperienced staff trained by ...
Views: 1678 - Watch More Sunsets - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Mike RobbinsA few weeks ago I led a weekend workshop at Esalen. It was wonderful! On Saturday evening after our dinner break, one of the workshop participants suggested that we delay the start of our evening session so we could walk out on the deck and watch the sun go down over the Pacific Ocean. We did ...
Views: 1678 - Computer Networking Courses: A Growing Trend - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Aliya SenComputer networks are basically these huge networks that allow computers to stay in touch with each other. As more and more organizations now rely on the computer for all their work and tasks it is important that they have someone looking after this network. Computer networking courses as a ...
Views: 1677 - Sarah Palin And Job Interviews - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2008 from Andrew RondeauFirst of all, let me start out by saying that this article is merely my observation and opinion, nothing more. Some people are a great interview. They're bright, attractive, articulate, charming and so doggone irressistable you can't help but like them. They make a great first impression, so ...
Views: 1677 - ***Destiny vs. Choice - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2012 from Genevieve de LacazeThe following excerpt is taken from Chapter 4: Born and Made of the book Passion Pays: How to make a living from your passions… and change the world too, by Genevieve de Lacaze. The book features 30 men and women like you as real-life exemplars. Browse the Contents, read more excerpts or ...
Views: 1676(3 votes) - 4 New Trends that are Changing the Way Lawyers Do Business - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2018 from Godwin Terhemba IhaghThe only thing that always makes things become new in life – is change: lawyers and their businesses aren’t free from it. Let’s take a look at the newly-evolving trends that are changing the way lawyers do business: 1. The prevalent use of modern internet technology A lot of newly-invented ...
Views: 1674 - The Career Pivot - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaChange is constant, prevalent, inevitable. We experience it in the weather as temperatures vary, in the seasons as spring cycles to winter, and within ourselves as we accumulate experiences. For most of us, these changes or transitions are characteristically familiar. Similarly, we embrace ...
Views: 1674 - UP Madhyamik Shiksha Chayan Board - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Radhika SinhaIt is important for the UP Board Syllabus to be taught to student by the best teachers available in the state and to find them the UP Board Exam Scheme prepares tough UP Board Question Papers for the aspiring teaching staff to complete and pass. It is necessary that the teachers competitive ...
Views: 1674 - 5 simple things you can do to reginite your career - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Jennifer K"Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life." - Confucius Confucius stated the above at a time career options were limited and careers were built on simples needs. However, as time progressed, our basic needs have been altered towards complexity and our career ...
Views: 1673 - I Want to Do an Ezine! Part 2 How Do I Start? - by Copyright 2002 Terri Seymour
When starting your ezine, the first thing you want to
do is name it. I would suggest keeping the name as
close to your website/business name as possible. If
you do not have a website or business yet, use a name
you could name your business as well.
For ...
Views: 1673(1 vote) - How To Carry Out Self-Evaluation While Addressing Rework Comments? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2016 from Emily ParkerWriting an assignment, report, thesis, or an exam can be very challenging for most students. Not only does it put them under a lot of pressure, it also forces them to evaluate themselves as to where they stand, how much they know and how much justice they have done to their work. When a student ...
Views: 1672(1 vote) - General knowledge for bank recruitment exams - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2012 from Radhika SinhaBank exams of public sector banks of India, are one of the biggest way to get recruited in one of the government sector banks, anywhere in India. These bank exam question papers give much emphasis on current affairs section. Thus, general knowledge of the candidate is very important, in order to ...
Views: 1671 - College Grads - How to Size Up Headhunters - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Ken SundheimJust as in any professional field, the recruitment industry has it's ups and downs. Some recruiters are fantastic at what they do while other, to put it bluntly, are not. Variations in the quality of companies and the people that work for them are standard, regardless of the industry. However, ...
Views: 1670(2 votes) - Does Your Handshake Match Your Speaking Voice? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Nancy DanielsWhat does your handshake say about you? Confident, diffident, overbearing, wimpy? Does the sound of your speaking voice match the grip of your handshake? In teaching voice improvement, I have found through the years that those whose speaking voices are weak or wimpy very often follow through ...
Views: 1670(1 vote) - 5 Ways To Instantly Improve Your Job Search - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Don GoodmanBy now you've learned the traditional ways of job searching don't work anymore. A few years ago you could put your resume up on Monster and Career Builder and wait for the phone to ring. Those days are gone. So here are 5 things you can easily do that will quickly improve your job search ...
Views: 1669(1 vote) - What is MyCAA Program? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from Nancy HigginsAlong with the honor of serving in the military comes the agony of constant relocation. Those who are impacted the most by this frequent moving are perhaps the families of these servicemen and women, especially their spouses. In order to accompany their military spouses to wherever their duty ...
Views: 1669 - Basic Computer: The First Step before Acquiring Basic Computer Training - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Ritu VashistFor promotion in this modern technological age, which are required to maintain the growth rate in the world with a good knowledge of computers through training in basic computer skills. It is a fact that to become an expert on computer, you must first acquire the basic computer knowledge. Once ...
Views: 1668 - How to make money as a professional (or amateur) videographer - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2017 from Helen SheplyakovaWhen you think about videography as an activity that may generate money, the first thing that comes to mind is wedding videos. But, your professional operation isn’t limited to taping wedding celebrations and turning random clips into breathtaking wedding videos a happy couple will keep on going ...
Views: 1668 - Hypnotic Job Interview Skills - by Submitted on May 11, 2005 from David BarronWhat if there where a way to hypnotize HR people into hiring you? Although it sounds like the stuff of movies, you really can influence the job interviewer’s subconscious mind to hire you, or at least move your resume to the top of the stack. How do you do this? There are three steps. You ...
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