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Holiday office parties are a tradition for most companies. Along with celebrating the holidays, they can provide a relaxed atmosphere in which employees can find out more about one another, and their families. However, if parties are poorly managed, they can create irritation and strife. ...

How many times were you asked as a kid, "What are you thankful for?" You probably got that question frequently around Thanksgiving. Being a good child when I was asked I always answered it in the expected way without much thought or passion. My list always had my parents and teachers first and then the usual suspects. I even competed with friends to see who could come up with a longer list. The long list impressed my teachers and my parents but the actual purpose of the exercise was lost on me. Maybe it was just to keep me busy while others prepared the Thanksgiving dinner.

For most of us, life offers abundant opportunities for joy, pain, laughter and tears. The good times you savor. The great times you treasure, and the hard times are part of the character of your heart and soul. Our ability to handle life‘s challenges is a measure of our heart, faith, and character, but where do we learn how to deal with challenges, hard times, and difficulties? In school, it‘s the basics…reading, writing, arithmetic. But what about Life‘s 101 - the keys to living? What about failed relationships, losing your job or a loved one?

I generally believe most people mean well, but simply execute their job poorly sometimes. Sometimes, there are BAD bosses. This series is intended to address the most common issues with a bad boss and steps you can take to reduce the impact on you both personally and professionally. The problems we face when we have a bad boss are almost too numerous to mention, but the two biggest of these issues are: 1. They can negatively impact our work performance. 2. They can make life miserabler

You must be excited about your first road trip! All new truckers are; after all, this was what they had been dreaming for all along. But before you head out on the road, make sure that you have packed in all that you will need for the trip. This is as important a task as going through the pre-trip inspection and safety checklists because when you are out on the road, you will have to sustain yourself. Keeping handy a packing list for new truckers definitely helps. This packin

Some people may regard the secretary as an individual in a company, who may not require any particular sort of training. Contrary to this belief, a secretary forms an integral part of the workforce of the company, which means she needs to have certain types of skills, in order to manage the flow of the work in the office. It is a secretary, who forms a communication between the head of the office and the other employees. In this sense, executive secretary training is essentia

One of the toughest things a graduate has to do is to find suitable work. The big question is….where? In this post, we’ll take a look at where corporate recruiters say the best places are to search for a job if you’re a 2010 MBA graduate.

What does work mean to you?

n n Clarify Your Vision nIt can be difficult to find your way in the world if you don't have a definite vision of what it is that you want out of life. Creating a unique vision for your life isn't always easy, however; with all of the stimuli and imagery that is commonly encountered every day you might find yourself struggling to determine exactly what it is that you want to work toward and build your life around. Developing and clarifying a personal vision doesn't have to be

He passed away June 25, 2009 amidst controversy and speculation; drama that haunted him for most of his life. Michael Jackson, “The King of Pop” was no different than any of us in that his soul came into this lifetime with a purpose and with goals. Michael Jackson’s astrology natal chart, which is a blueprint, of sorts, as to his Life’s Work & purpose indicates why his soul chose the journey it did.

There are three areas of your life that tend to have the strongest demand for your attention—personal, professional, and financial. Picture a pie chart featuring each of these categories. Ideally you would like to achieve a balance in these three areas; however, this type of life balance is rare and even if you do reach it at some point, it is difficult to sustain. When you juggle work, finances, and family, you know there will be disruptions to each of these areas as you strive to accommodate the needs of all three.

Have you ever wondered why you keep meeting the “wrong” type of person? How do you attract the right person for you? Below are some simple steps to help you attract the perfect partner. 1.Take Excellent Care of Yourself Not only does extreme self-care help you look and feel great but it keeps ...

Much can be said about the value of communication in business. But nothing is more important than clear communication when it comes to combining friendships and business relationships. Over the past several years, I have been privy to disputes that I should never have been made aware of. Petty disagreements, cries of unfair business practices and statements meant to discredit other business people and their practices have been brought to my attention over and over. In every o

Recently, Tory Johnson, the Good Morning America career contributor, talked about how job seekers are using plastic surgery to help them get jobs. Obviously, Tory didn’t support the concept and neither do I. While I’ve conceded the point that there is age bias out there in the work place, there is also a perspective I would like to impart on my peers.

It is not only by the questions we have answered that progress may be measured, but also by those we are still asking. Freda Adler I am still learning. Michelangelo We are more often frightened than hurt. Our troubles spring more often from fancy then reality. Seneca Thinking it Through

People behave in predictable ways. If you study your co-workers for several years, you will begin to notice patterns in their behaviors. You will find that your co-workers are either: 1. Mostly conce ed about procedures 2. Mostly conce ed about people, or 3. Mostly conce ed about ...

Going through a midlife career change is tough enough. Having ADD and going through a midlife career change can be a lot tougher. ADD can make both the process of deciding on a new career and the actual choice of career more difficult. ADD and the Midlife Career Change Process

“The secret to my success is that I bit off more tha I could chew and chewed as fast as I could.” Paul Hogan “You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” Eleanor Roosevelt “The only way to the Place beyond Fear is to do the thing you fear most. This is how to surrender to your best destiny.” Martha Beck Thinking it Through

Tips for finding a job in 2010 The job market is shaky. Since the recession began in December 2007, the economy has lost approximately 1.4 million jobs. The traditional job search strategy of sending out résumés, attending large job fairs, often ends up going nowhere when there are more than 14 million unemployed individuals and only 2.5 million jobs to fill according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. You may think it’s impossible to find a job in today. Not so! Now is the very best time to move forward with force, while your competition is moving slowly.

Tips for finding a job in 2010 The job market is shaky. Since the recession began in December 2007, the economy has lost approximately 1.4 million jobs. The traditional job search strategy of sending out résumés, attending large job fairs, often ends up going nowhere when there are more than 14 million unemployed individuals and only 2.5 million jobs to fill according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. You may think it’s impossible to find a job in today. Not so! Now is the very best time to move forward with force, while your competition is moving slowly.

One of the most difficult things to master as a business owner is staying focused on revenue generating priorities. If you're an independent professional, you spin multiple plates and find yourself time-challenged on a regular basis. ;-) In addition, I have found that many small business owners really do not have the time or the skill to implement a marketing strategy. Sales and marketing often get confused.

Banking is one of the major areas of work today. Increasing the number of people receiving financial education, more and more people are relying on banks for various financial reasons. Banks help save revenue and earn interest, invest, buy assets, establish a business, etc. As banking is an important aspect of the common people and companies, this sector has always attracted many applicants. If you are an interested in a bank jobs, then go through these job search tips for jo

"Finding your tribe can have transformative effects on your sense of identity and purpose. This is because of three powerful tribal dynamics: validation, inspiration, and what we'll call here the "alchemy of synergy." Ken Robinson "Be what you are. This is the first step toward becoming better than you are." JC Hare and A.W.

In the late 1800s, an Italian economist named Vilfredo Pareto observed that, in Italy, a small group of people held nearly all the power, influence, and money, which they used to create a significant advantage over the rest of the population. He theorized that, in most countries, about 80% of ...

Recently while visiting my local bank, a surreal experience occurred. There was a bank robbery! What??? Yes, I was in a bank robbery. Just to be clear, I was attempting to make a deposit and get a document notarized. This experience was just like what we see on television, until the guy pointed the large caliber rifle right at me at less than 5 feet away. At that point it got real - VERY real. You then realize that anything can happen. If the police would have arrived while the guy was still there, things could have gone quite differently.

Procrastination can be a major issue challenging people who are need employment. You've been searching for a job for months, maybe even a few years now. You're in this situation because you: were laid off from work because your company experienced downsizing, merged with another company or was sold; bit the bullet and left the job in which you were a miserable wreck; had a major client as a consultant but got sick, lost that account, and just didn't recover; retired and need

I 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’ is not the place where you start your work on a career change. If you are simply looking for the same or similar position in another company, go ahead. There is a big difference between looking for a job and making a career change.

There are many careers which are gaining immense popularity. In different fields, these careers are attracting the youth in large numbers. While animation is serving the desire of students who want to put into use their creative abilities, biotechnology is a fresh introduction into the professional world. Nursing, on the other hand is a old profession but recently it has gained the respect and popularity it always deserved. Career in Animation:rnYou often wonder how to make u

It used to be that we were raised knowing right from wrong, values from a self-will run riot and how to grow up to be successful in business and in life. If we believe much of the news, it would seem that too many have lost their way and forgot what it takes to be successful. These top 10 ...

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 money When you work for JUST the money after 40 you will start to resent your work. Work will start to seem like an obligation. Everyone around you will feel like competition. The money will not be appreciated and it will be spent quicker.

To increase your own personal income, you must be in a position to influence the company’s income, to somehow increase revenues or cut costs.nnTo increase your own personal income, you must be in a position to influence the company’s income, to somehow increase revenues or cut costs. So look at your company and look for a job where you can become more valuable.nn Develop Good Work Habits nPerhaps the fastest way to bring yourself to the attention of your superiors is to d

I just returned from Ireland, and as I recover from jet lag,the greatest impressio I return from that emerald island with is reinvention. As always when we have visited European countries, we spent a good bit of our time tracing history. Ireland has a bittersweet history. There were the struggles against the British, civil wars, famine and exile of population to the United States and British Commonwealth countries. Consequently, four millio Irish live in Ireland today while 40 million of Irish descents are found in the United States!

Oh, I guess you did grow up. But is this the grown up you wanted to be when you were a kid? Are you happy with how your career turned out? Most of us aren’t. In fact, huge numbers of us aren’t happy at all with our careers. Despite our unhappiness with our work situation, the biggest reason we don’t change to something else is our own fear. The fear associated with a reluctance to improve our work has multiple layers to it. I recently polled several groups on Linked In and fear was their number one barrier. Here is what I heard was getting in our way: Fear of change o Discomfortr

A recent issue of a magazine includes a list of 10 activities to boost your brain health. The list includes many activities I would call important for overall wellness. In this competitive environment there is a tendency to forget health and focus intensely on a job search. It is important to take a step back and make sure that we are taking care of ourselves too. You may want to try a few of these 10 activities:

If you are considering a career as a caterer, it’s important to consider the reasons why you should become one. There are plenty of professional catering schools for you to attend. With becoming a caterer, you can take advantage of a great salary range of a caterer and much more. There are 10 reasons why you need to consider becoming a caterer. 1. You Can Work for Yourself If you have always dreamed of being able to work for yourself, a caterer is going to give you this opp

Major change is almost impossible to manage alone, that’s why leaders turn to others for insight and guidance during times of massive change. They know that taking the right action quickly can prevent a stressful situation from getting worse and in fact may surprise them by turning into ...

Once you hear the term "midlife crisis" it conjures up an image of a pot bellied, middle aged man with a new red sports car and a young blonde babe next to him, with whom he's having an affair. There are other back stories to that image like the fact that he's bored with life and has spent the last six months embarrassing his kids with his attempts at appearing cool and dressing like them. We've all heard about these kinds of things and to some degree, we've seen bits and pieces of it with people that we know.

Many people, particularly as they accumulate years of work experience, find they have a growing desire to put passion into their life and career. My observation about why this takes place is that as we grow in life experiences a lot of the excitement or “newness” diminishes. We simply have been there and done that enough that our threshold for what will rock our world continues to go up. It’s increasingly harder to get that same level of excitement. As we recognize that this element of excitement is missing, it can trigger us to go in search of something we can feel passionate about.

Five Premises that Shape Your Life © 2010 By Carol Harris-Fike, NCOC, ACC

There is a reason for the term “short-timer”. Whether you are in the military and ready to separate or in the corporate world and ready to leave your job, it can be a struggle to keep both your body and mind on the job. We are notorious for apathy, disregard and detachment once the decision to move on has been made. In fact, some short-timers have been known to toss all work-place standards out the door. They begin showing up late, conduct long personal phone calls and have a blatantly disrespectful attitude. We’ve all seen this and sometimes we’ve even done it.

“Know Thyself”: The Key to Finding Your Life’s Work This is the first in a series of articles that will help people and their organizations achieve better career fit. We believe that successful enterprises in the 21st Century will be defined by the strength of alignment between company mission ...

Today, there are many teachers who transition from full-time school teachers to home tutoring. Unlike in a teaching job, home tuition is very individualized and unregulated. Thus, when you are a private home tutor, it is important that you follow some certain guidelines in order to make sure that you an effective, professional tutor. Even if you are not a home tutor but you are someone looking for home tuitio Singapore, these tips can also help make sure that you are selectin

This is the first in a series of articles that will help people and their organizations achieve better career fit. We believe that successful enterprises in the 21st Century will be defined by the strength of alignment between company mission and the true passions of their talent. Socrates was ...

Achieving the success we want is probably one of the most difficult challenges we’ll ever face in our lifetime. For most of us, success is often a moving target. Our current perception of our needs almost always sits center stage, giving direction to our internal focus. I say perception because we do relinquish our definition of “enough” at times and listen to others who tell us success requires more than what we have. Unfortunately, we are influenced by our surroundings. Some give in to exte al stressors and blame them for our inability to achieve our goals.

I’ve noticed that many people struggle to identify where the line should be between their work priorities and their life priorities some call it work-life balance. This struggle gets especially significant when a person is going through major career upheavals like switching jobs or changing careers. As an adult, we amass numerous important elements to our life like spouse, home, family, friends and an ever emerging career. When decisions need to be made affecting our career directions, we take into consideration the needs and demand of those other aspects that comprise our life.

On October 22nd I found myself standing in the middle of a spectacular ballroom in Long Beach, Califo ia. It was an astonishing scene. Trailblazers Billie Jean King and Gloria Steinem stepped forward. So did entertainment names like Rachael Ray and Jennifer Lopez. As did CNN media great ...

Is astrology evil? Does checking my horoscope constitute a religious violation of some sort? If so... how so? And what about psychic readings, or speaking to a medium or spiritual advisor before making an important life decision? Is that okay... or is that something that is frowned on by organized religion? Any of these questions sound familiar? If you are anything like the thousands of people who have asked EXACTLY this prior to seeking out astrological or spiritual advice, this article was written with YOU in mind! Curious to know more? Continue reading as we take a closer look below!

The people who serve our country are no different than you or I. We all have a purpose to contribute to life, based on the qualities we were born with. I watched on TV the Day 1 confirmation hearings for Judge Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court. As I watched and listened, I began to wonder, "Who is this woman? What does she stand for and what are her life lessons?" If elected as the newest Supreme Court member, she will hold a very formidable position in the third branch of our government. So, as any excellent astrologer would do :), I looked her up astrologically.

The world of today as we know it has gone through many revolutionary changes. Changes that brought people ever more close than they were in the past. Information being conveyed within a matter of seconds, things that were merely words or plans in the past, now are taking shape gradually as the world progresses towards more revolutionary changes. The world that we live and breathe in today, while benefiting ourselves with the endless possibilities that technology has introduce

Nothing changes until you do. Unknown My inner world creates my outer world. T. Harv Eker Thinking it Through… We all have stories that we tell over and over. They are the stories that drive our family crazy as we share them at every public get together. However annoying those stories may be to our loved ones, they are usually quite harmless. Unfortunately, many of us have stories which we tell that are devastating to our lives. For example, a friend of mine is always saying how tired she is.