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- Working In Oz - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2008 from Michele McGrewMy Journey Through Oz Since graduating from college my career path has been like a trip down the Yellow Brick Road. I’ve had every variety of crappy boss you could imagine – some had no brain, more than one had no heart, and a few simply lacked the courage to do the right thing. ...
Views: 886 - Career Success - How to Be a Standout - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2008 from Alvah ParkerEveryday we hear about more layoffs. You will want to be proactive by starting a job search before it happens. That is a smart move but you must be careful. If your current boss gets wind of it you might be the first to be laid off. Of course if you have already successfully lined up a job, ...
Views: 589 - Ten Signs of an Impending Layoff - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2008 from Alvah ParkerMany people are in denial about layoffs. There are many clues that one is coming but often people just choose to ignore the signs. Forewarned is forearmed. If you notice several of these signs in the place that you work, it is time to get your resume ready and identify your network. Here ...
Views: 727 - Put Some FEVER In Your Cover Letters - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2008 from John LongForget the drab; one size fits all cover letters that you may have used in the past. And please ignore the letter samples in publications and on web sites that go on and on with paragraph after paragraph, essentially providing a condensed version of your resume. These types of cover letters are ...
Views: 1061 - Creating Momentum in Your Job Search - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2008 from John LongAttack your job search with a three prong approach. Your time and effort should be dedicated to (1.) search & research, (2.) production, and (3.) follow-up. Search & Research might involve the use of specialty job boards, meta-search sites, the Careers page of company websites, job boards ...
Views: 649 - Psssst...I Have a Secret - The Hidden Job Market Isn't Really Hidden! - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2008 from John LongYou may have come across a blurb in a publication or on a web site that brings up the subject of the hidden job market. And you've probably asked yourself "why is it hidden and how can I find it?" Well I have good news for you. The hidden job market isn't really hidden; but it will take ...
Views: 677 - 4 Keys to Go from Fearful to Fearless (and fantastic) in Your Next Interview - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2008 from Annemarie CrossJust thinking about attending an interview for their dream job is enough to cause unrest, panic and fear in even the most talented of professionals. “What should I expect?” “What questions do you think they’ll ask me?” “How do I know if my answer is what they are looking for?” “What should I ...
Views: 800 - Networking Can Jump-Start Your Career - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2008 from Heather EagarThere are a number of ways that you can acquire the job you want. You can go the traditional route of finding an ad and applying for the job, or going through the temp agency where you can get your feet wet in certain fields. But another great way to get a job is through networking. Whether you ...
Views: 562 - Making It As An Artist - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from JoAnn DePoloA good number of Artists find themselves short on time when it comes to merchandising and promoting only to become frustrated because they are not consistently moving forward, gaining public recognition, and financial gain. Making It As An Artist is a guide to help both skilled and emerging ...
Views: 1143(1 vote) - 14 Things You Must Do If You Want To Increase Your Ability To Succeed In Your Career - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2008 from Paul LubicBeing successful in your career involves adding value to your organization by helping it, and your supervisor, reach their goals. Success also involves effectively competing for promotion opportunities. Note: These keys to success are excerpted from the 38 page e-book Career Success Guide: ...
Views: 1478 - 5 Reasons It Pays To Hire An Image Consultant In A Tough Economy - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2008 from Sandy Dumont1. Dress for Success. There’s a reason that old adage has survived. It is especially important during the current weak job market. Eric Wilson recently wrote an article for The New York Times entitled “The Return of the Interview Suit.” With the sobering reality of “the unemployment rate in ...
Views: 3715 - Fire Proof Yourself: How To Be A Survivor And Not A Layoff Statistic - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2008 from Marsha Petrie SueFire Proof Yourself: How to be a survivor and not a layoff statistic By Marsha Petrie Sue, MBA, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) Marsha@MarshaPetrieSue.com The U.S. job losses accelerated the last two months, pushing the unemployment rate to 14-year highs in October, a government report ...
Views: 1395 - How To Choose An Appropriate Study Abroad Program - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2008 from Dr. Sandi SmithIt is important that students choose an appropriate study abroad program to get the most out of an international experience. Because there are a variety of program types, structures, locations, and requirements… it is worth the time and effort it takes to find a study program that meets ...
Views: 692 - The Power Of Words - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from Andrew RondeauIn the business world and in real life, the words you use matter. Words are powerful. They can inspire confidence or they can have the exact opposite effect - create a lack of confidence. Let me give you an example, using the current presidential campaign. And please, this isn't intended to ...
Views: 1567(1 vote) - CV Writing Tips - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from Bob TaylorNo matter why you are seeking a new job, whether this if your first time looking just out of school or if you are looking for a better job, the most important aspect of all is your CV. The CV, Curriculum Vitae, or resume will be the very first thing a potential employer will have in their hands ...
Views: 576 - Curriculum Vitae Versus Resume - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from Bob TaylorIn the United States a curriculum vitae is very similar to what is known as a resume. In the UK and many other countries, it is known as Curriculum Vitae. In both types of documents, various things are written or typed into a resume or CV format for employers to quickly find the pertinent ...
Views: 778 - Job Hunting: 3 Tips For Successful Interviewing - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2008 from Heather EagarIt can be a nerve-wrecking prospect to think about your impending job interview. What will you say? How will you dress? What if the interviewer asks questions for which you don’t know the answers? These are all questions you may run through your mind before ever meeting the prospective ...
Views: 596 - Applied Arts And Design: Turning Creativity Into A Career - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Kelli SmithIt's the intersection of high-tech and creativity; a bubbling potion of strategy, purpose, and communication. A career in Applied Arts and Design is both dynamic and versatile. Choose the clients and projects that inspire you to create masterpieces time and time again. The Career ...
Views: 893 - Careers For The Future: Web Design And Development - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Kelli SmithTake a moment to examine this Web page. Everything in your browser window--the blue-and-yellow color scheme, the twelve-point Verdana bold font, and the stock image of the Web-browsing brunette--is a decision under the control of a Web designer. On the technical side, Web developers create and ...
Views: 829 - Making Space: A Path To Your Interior Design Career - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Kelli SmithIf you've ever spent time rearranging furniture in a room, browsing antique shops and second-hand stores in search of hip vintage furniture, or obsessing over accent walls and window treatments, you might want to consider joining the ranks of interior designers. By marrying your creativity with ...
Views: 1702 - Media And Visual Communications: Reaching Out To The Masses - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Kelli SmithPerhaps the allure of a Media and Visual Communications career is the sheer diversity--fashion designer, broadcast journalist, podcaster. The limits of this industry are expanding almost daily. And technology is constantly creating new related fields that match your unique talents and ...
Views: 773 - Healthcare Career: More Than Just A Paycheck - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Kelli SmithIf you're the type of person who believes that a career should be more than just a paycheck, here's a professional option with a social conscience. From taking care of patients on the front line as a nurse or directing the treatment process as a physician, health care is a career that can make a ...
Views: 727 - Search For Jobs Online - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2008 from S.C. MishraJust because you’re using the internet does not mean it’s going to be easy. The internet has everything readily available, but the catch is that it’s always there if you know where to look. Google is fantastic when it comes to top of the line searches conducted, and I myself ...
Views: 656 - Just Graduated From College? Work As A Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - An Exciting Career Option At www.drugrepcareer.com - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2008 from Russell SabellaYou have just graduated from College and “WHAT ARE YOU GONNA DO NOW” is the question you hear over and over from everyone. Your grandpa Fred at Sunday dinner says, “THAT YOUNG FELLA NAMED STEWART NEXT DOOR TO YOUR GRANDMA AND I IS IN PHARMACEUTICAL SALES.” We saw him ...
Views: 451 - How To Choose An Effective HRSEO Partner - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2008 from Bill StevensAny successful Search Engine Optimization (SEO) campaign attempts to meet two goals. 1. Drive highly targeted job seeker traffic to the corporate website. 2. Increase an employer’s brand, through obtaining high search engine rankings for pages that contain content related to the ...
Views: 882 - Learn How To Prove Workplace Discrimination Without Hesitation! - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2008 from Yancey Thomas JrMy prove workplace discrimination article helps workers protect their basic employee rights! Millions of employees in America and around the world are exposed to various forms of discrimination. Even job seekers are routinely denied the opportunity to work and provide for themselves and their ...
Views: 8608 - The Forer Effect: We Have Something For Everyone - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2008 from John LovenAfter an exhausting round of job interviews and pre-scrrenings, many job-seekers are understandably frustrated. One main source of anger: employers giving 'personality tests' that seemed frivolous and/or irrelevant to the job. Sone report tests asking about one's favorite color, how you cross ...
Views: 2362 - Career Success – 3 Surprisingly Simple Ways to Bullet Proof Your Career - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2008 from Alvah ParkerIn all the years that I have been working as a career and job coach I am always amazed at how many managers tell me they have no time to update their resume and keep their network active. “I know I should,” they often say, “but I just don’t have the time.” For continual career success these two ...
Views: 599 - An Error Free Resume - Ten Proofreading Tips - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2008 from Alvah ParkerYour resume must be error free – free of any typos, grammar errors and misspellings. Even a winning resume is in danger of being put in the reject pile if hasn’t been proofread. Certainly a resume with errors makes the job candidate look less qualified and it gives an unfavorable first ...
Views: 691 - Effective Workplace Communication - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2008 from Ruth HegartyCommunication is an extremely powerful tool for success which, when effectively engaged in, creates strong relationships, harmonious working conditions and allows us to share the best of ourselves with students and colleagues. By honing your skills in the following five aspects of ...
Views: 1303 - A Different Way to Think About Bragging - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2008 from Lynn RousseauMy client, Gloria, was recently named head of the information technology group in her organization, reporting to the CEO. In the past, she has been successful in getting things done by ‘flying under the radar’ and influencing behind the scenes. We could also describe this as being ...
Views: 1037 - Behavioral Interviews And How To Ace Them! - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Catherine JonesBehavioral interviews are a common part of the job interview process these days. During a behavioral interview, you will be tested on your skills, knowledge, abilities and the way you deal with certain situations and events that can occur in almost any work environment. You will need to give ...
Views: 1212 - Multi-generations at Work - Where the Sum is Greater than its Parts - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2008 from Ruth KustoffThis article briefly explores the workplace phenomenon of 3 generations working side-by-side. It identifies some of the differences between us, in how we work and learn, and in our motivations and ambitions for career advancement. These differences, like any, can pose challenges in working ...
Views: 1196 - Choosing Your Dream Career - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2008 from Heather EagarThe path to finding the career of your dreams can sometimes feel so daunting. To make matters worse, it can seem that while you struggle to figure out just what it is you want to do, others have the good fortune of recognizing and living out their dreams everyday. But rest assured that these ...
Views: 627 - Six Reasons The Top Stylists Earn The Most Money - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2008 from Bill SlaterThe question that I would like to ask you is: Can any hair stylist make better than average incomes? Is it only the famous hairstylists that earn the big bucks? Let me tell you a little story. I needed to get my hair cut and stopped in a salon that I had never been to before, and I met a young ...
Views: 870 - Getting Your Foot In The Door With Temp Work - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2008 from Heather EagarSometimes finding the job you want requires that you take unorthodox methods to get there. More and more people are finding this out as the economy dries up and competition for employment gets stiffer. This is why, for many, temporary work is a great route to take to get their foot in the door. ...
Views: 552 - Learn, To Do What You Love - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2008 from Mike McCallLet me start out by stating that, I love Apple computers and Steve Jobs. After having one of the first Macintosh computers in college, I like many had to use Windows based machines in my working environment. Quite honestly, I could survive with either platform but made the change to Apple just ...
Views: 1036 - Moving Out Of A Career Rut - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2012 from Jim ClemmerBrian’s head was starting to throb as he scrolled through the two dozen new voice and e-mails messages on his Blackberry while walking to his cubicle. Looks like another crazy day in the hamster cage he muttered to himself as he saw his phone message light blinking frantically. Brian, age ...
Views: 779 - Executive Recruitment - Learn How To Recruit The Best Candidates! - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2008 from Kimberly SchenkWhere Executive Recruiters excel is in finding the best candidate for the position vs. the most available one. A good Recruiter should not blanket their client with resumes. No. They should earn their fee by taking that stack of resumes and doing their job; which is to find the best fit for ...
Views: 1259 - Jobs in Summer, Doorway To Full-Time Employment - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2008 from Oswald EppersIn times of a difficult job market, part-time work during school, jobs in summer or volunteer experience can set you apart in a job pool filled with candidates with similar backgrounds, serving as the doorway to a full-time employment. U.S. consumers are being sucked dry and risk is dragging ...
Views: 780 - Continuing Your Education Can Enhance Your Career - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Heather EagarHave you recently thought about enhancing your career? The thought of making more money and having more responsibility can sound very exciting; that is, until you think about what you would need to do to fulfill your goal. Often times, you can make moves within your field with the experience ...
Views: 572 - Management: A Bullish Degree For A Bearish Economy? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Kelli SmithTo say these are uncertain times is no mere understatement. With talk of bailouts, back outs, and the specter of depression hovering above, Americans are feeling insecure about their financial futures. The recession that followed the 9/11 attacks birthed a similar bout of national anxiety. A ...
Views: 699 - Careers in Hospitality & Tourism: Combining Business With Pleasure - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Kelli SmithMost people have an inherent curiosity about exotic locales. They wonder about a place's unique cuisines, customs, and destination spots. Sometimes the desire to get away stems from a temporary need to escape and be pampered by others for a while. The hospitality and tourism industry capitalizes ...
Views: 949 - You Better Work: The Grueling Glamour Of Fashion Design - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Kelli SmithDo you spend every Wednesday night glued to the TV in anticipation of the next Project Runway episode, enamored by the unique designs and confident that you could produce garments of equal quality? Do you believe that clothes are not merely functional, but should also serve as beautiful means of ...
Views: 722 - 5 Hot Jobs In High Tech - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Kelli SmithHigh tech is hot. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts the information technology sector will add 1.6 million jobs by 2014. BLS' top-ranked job for growth is network systems and data communications analyst--53 percent or 140,000 new jobs. Even now, one-third of all jobs are IT ...
Views: 745 - Engineering Careers: Analysis And Creativity Come Together - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Kelli SmithOur world is imperfect. Roads could be safer. Medicines could be more effective. The environment could be cleaner. Nearly all facets of life, in fact, from health and safety to entertainment technology, leave room for improvement. Fatalists have resigned themselves to these flaws, believing ...
Views: 717 - Art Careers And Creative Growth - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2008 from Barbara BowenCreativity is in perpetual evolution. So is the creative growth of your art career. The learning process never ends. Many of us have trouble letting our Creativity simply spill. We get tied into knots, worrying that our purges may not measure up. Well, pardon my asking, but...measure up to what? ...
Views: 1122 - Looking For A Job – Improvise The Professional Managerial Skills - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2008 from carrerenclaves sMany job hunters attending my job search seminars are unfamiliar with it, but 63% of all new jobs were found through contacts last year. Almost 85% of all jobs are never advertised. 85%!! Most of these are good jobs with the better salaries that you seek. A networking technique called ...
Views: 503 - $100K+ Executive Job Search: 7 New Secrets to Finding Your Next Executive Level Position In 90 Days - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Karen ArmonDoug Compton, a laid off 43-year-old operations executive, was frustrated. His efforts to find a new six-figure executive role had resulted in only two interviews in six months. And, although he's growing his list of contacts, Doug's networking hasn't resulted in any real job leads, either. ...
Views: 594 - 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 ...
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