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- Discovering a Career in Nursing - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2008 from Kelli SmithNurses provide care and comfort to everyone from infants to the elderly, from basic tasks like changing bed sheets and helping individuals dress themselves to treating patients, analyzing health information, operating medical machines, and providing public education about health care ...
Views: 915 - Follow the Paper Trail into a Medical Billing & Coding Career - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2008 from Kelli SmithA career in medical billing and coding places you at the center of paperwork and documentation. Medical billers and coders are critical in helping to free up doctors' and nurses' time so that they can focus on patients. Medical billers and coders also help ensure that patients' documents and ...
Views: 945 - How to Prep for a Culinary Arts Career - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2008 from Kelli SmithCulinary arts careers cover different aspects of the preparation and creation of a wide variety of foods and beverages. The basics of the career can include prep work and cooking along with cleaning utensils, surface areas, and cooking machines. Further up the chain, head chefs and executive ...
Views: 746 - Figuring Out an Accounting Career - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2008 from Kelli SmithA career in accounting means managing and reporting the finances of a business. Accountants help ensure that public and private financial records are maintained properly and that company taxes are paid correctly and promptly. Budgeting, cost management, and asset management are other accounting ...
Views: 914 - So what do Gen Y want? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Toby MarshallWell, what we all want from jobs, but they actually expect it and walk without it. Accused by Boomers with being demanding and fragile, it’s more that they value feedback and input. It’s not that they are slackers or easily distracted as much as they want to enjoy work, and they ...
Views: 593 - When is Social Networking Too Personal? Career Coaches Tips and Advice - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Jane CranstonPeople who are afraid to speak in public think nothing of writing everything about them self on line either in blogs, personal web sites, through social networking or e-mail. You could buy a billboard in Times Square and fewer people would have access to your information than if you posted on ...
Views: 688 - Do Nice Employees Finish Last? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Kelli SmithIt's an age-old question that comes in many forms. Do nice employees finish last? Is it better to be feared than loved? Does the squeaky wheel really get the grease? As much as the business world is portrayed as cold and heartless, it is not necessarily true that nice employees finish last, or ...
Views: 818 - An Online MBA Degree, Two Years Later - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Kelli SmithAn online MBA graduate reflects on her graduate program two years later, recalling the experience and discussing how the degree has helped boost her career in educational administration. When it comes to career advancement, performance is only half the equation. The other half is education. But ...
Views: 767 - Why new Graduates are just like young puppies - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2008 from Toby MarshallBrains like mush, eager to please and boy they sure want to have fun! Last year the Government commissioned research on how employable Graduates were. The answer was: not very. But why? The reason was simple - most had no exposure to professional work settings. The ‘solution’ suggested was to ...
Views: 609 - ABE LINCOLN'S AXE - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Dirk ZellerHow much time do you spend improving your skills daily or even weekly? The skills of selling real estate include our listing presentation, follow-up systems, prospecting, negotiating, and qualifying, to name a few. It’s your mind, what you say, how you say it. How much time do we ...
Views: 1072 - An Online MBA Degree, Two Years Later - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Kelli SmithAn online MBA graduate reflects on her graduate program two years later, recalling the experience and discussing how the degree has helped boost her career in educational administration. When it comes to career advancement, performance is only half the equation. The other half is education. But ...
Views: 849 - Opportunities Abound for Bilingual Workers - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Kelli Smith¿Habla usted español? The nation's Hispanic community is nearly 33 million people strong and pumps almost a trillion dollars annually into the U.S. economy. This powerful group is only expected to grow stronger in the coming years, increasing the need for bilingual proficiency in the ...
Views: 1387 - Team Leardership And Your Career Development Strategy - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Jane CranstonIf the 80s was the decade of the manager (remember The One-Minute Manager?), and the 90s focused on leaders (sometimes more like celebrities), the 00s is the time of team leadership. No longer are companies relying on a single person to drive the vision. The risks are too high, the talent ...
Views: 639 - Career Courses: Catering To The Demands Of Rising Economy - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2008 from Rajneesh DubeyRight from the early life of a child, parents and other people in the family and friend circles tend to shower innumerable advices as to what career will be best for the child in future. Parents come at a conclusion and start inculcating all the ideas about the selected career in child's mind. ...
Views: 485 - Distance Learning: A Pattern Helping Millions - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2008 from Rajneesh DubeyEvery individual wants to take the class room experience of education. But at times, it is not possible to attend the classes for umpteen number of reasons, for example, the institute may be way distant from the place of residence; aspirant may have to engage himself or herself in untimely ...
Views: 483 - Recession Proof Your Career - 10 Ways To Keep Your Job - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2008 from Alvah ParkerThere is lots of talk of recession these days. Whether the talk is true or not here are 10 things you can be doing for your career to bolster your chances of working through rough times. The best time to start is right now! 1. Skills Proficiency - Be sure to be up to date in your skills. ...
Views: 798 - The Talent Scarcity Myth - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2008 from Toby MarshallMost business people believe there is a talent crisis. Why? Because every professional conference in Human Resources or Retention or Recruiting, starts with a version of: * Talent is scarce because the population is aging * You must spend big dollars on … whatever the conference is ...
Views: 596 - A Career In Mediation, Is It For You? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2008 from Kathleen ChesterMediation can be an interesting and rewarding full time career for many. A few others pursue it with interest as a second career of choice. So what is mediation really about? Mediators provide an alternative to those who wish to settle disputes outside the court in order to preserve their ...
Views: 886 - 3 R Manifesto (Recruitment/Retention/Revenue) - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2008 from Toby Marshall12 Self Evident Propositions Yes, there are minor exceptions to each Proposition Yes, each could be expressed more tactfully and qualified with more words (as we have in my books and media articles) But words just remove the spotlight from the significant problems of a self-serving industry. ...
Views: 690 - Step or step out - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2008 from Nimish ThakkarRecently, I got the opportunity to work with, Nick Smith, a fascinating client, in fact, one of the most intelligent and talented professionals I have ever met. Yet, despite the abundance of natural talent, Nick was unemployed for a very long time -- the few jobs he managed to find did not last ...
Views: 823 - 7 Tips On Selecting Hospitality & Culinary Schools - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2008 from Christy MyerThere is a good potential in the field of culinary education because hospitality sector grow faster in USA so there is great demand in the hospitality sector. Looking to this facts there are many new students are searching for good culinary school. There are various criteria for the selection ...
Views: 828 - How To Manage Your Career During An Economic Downturn - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2008 from Nimish ThakkarHow to manage your career during an economic downturn By Nimish Thakkar The economy is reeling under the pressures of a downturn. Unemployment rates are staggering and layoffs are at an all-time high. The current economic climate calls for a robust career management plan, one that will, despite ...
Views: 916 - It's not all about you...Redefining your focus for career success - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2008 from Gayle Howard“I’d like an office with a view. I’d like a bonus scheme; maybe some company shares, and of course, medical insurance would be a must! Did I mention I wouldn’t even get out of my chair unless they offered me an increase of at least $10K?” If you think this ...
Views: 1168 - Need An External Hard Drive? - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from gve muriDownloading digital content using torrents can fill your computer’s hard drive up fast, and serious P2P users will probably want to protect the files they’ve downloaded. Put those two concerns together and you have the need for an external hard drive! External hard drives are good for more than ...
Views: 737 - The Passion Trap:Why Following Your Bliss Can Lead To A Dead End - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Jim MantonYou’ve heard it said many times, “Follow your bliss. Pursue your passion. Do what you love doing”. Not only has it been said for thousands of years, and it’s also backed by modern career interest surveys and assessments. It doesn’t take a scientist to figure out that most people do well what ...
Views: 2430 - Help For Ex-offenders Looking For Jobs: Drug Tests - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from Eric MayoI have been helping Ex-offenders and Felons gain employment for over ten years and I have helped thousands get jobs. One of the biggest stumbling blocks that people place in front of themselves is not being able to pass substance abuse tests. Increasingly more employers test for illegal ...
Views: 1503 - Creating Resumes For Contract And Temporary Positions - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2008 from Heather EagarLooking to apply for a new contract or temporary position but are unsure of how to create the right resume? You’ll be happy to know that writing resumes for these types of positions is not as difficult as you think. The major difference between resumes for temporary or contract work and ...
Views: 604 - Graduate jobs, top 5 CV tips - by Submitted on May 27, 2008 from John BultGetting graduate jobs is tough and your CV is the first chance to make your best impression. Get it wrong here and you may not even get the chance to meet your potential employer face to face. Get it right, and they will be just where you want them when you first meet to pitch for your first ...
Views: 439 - In Introduction To Healthcare Sales Jobs - by Submitted on May 23, 2008 from John BultHealthcare sales jobs are most definitely are competitive, quick-moving, exciting and rewarding career opportunities. There are many opportunities within it to create a progressive careers and if you are successful, there will be plenty of chances to earn reward and recognition within the ...
Views: 472 - Stop Just Writing About Your Past And Start Writing Your Future! - by Submitted on May 20, 2008 from Bryan Heathman“The history of free men is never written by chance, but by choice – their choice.” Dwight D. Eisenhower. Many people spend a lot of time on their history. Some do it purposefully with such hobbies as journaling, while others simply write and rewrite their history over and over in their minds. ...
Views: 977 - Cleaning Up The Mess Of Professional Mistakes - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Geraldine MarkelHave you made a professional blunder? Perhaps you’ve made an insensitive remark, used poor judgment, lacked follow-through, or lost an important document. You’ve cost others time, energy, and perhaps, money. The way in which you deal with professional mishaps contributes to your ...
Views: 3051(1 vote) - Landing That Dream Job - by Submitted on May 16, 2008 from Paul BopannaWhen choosing the right job, there’s an old saying that comes to mind: Your dream job is the job you would do if money was not an issue. Unfortunately, very few of us ever have the opportunity to land such a job, and even fewer do so at the start of any job search. But the statement is ...
Views: 534 - How to Negotiate Pay - What Are You Worth? - by Submitted on May 14, 2008 from CK TanOkay, so you have an interview tomorrow. Do you know what you're going to wear? How does your resume look? What do you know about the company? Chances are, you have addressed and answered all of these questions, but have you given thought to your salary? Have you thought about how much money you ...
Views: 699 - Compensation and Benefit Strategies for a More Rewarding Career - by Submitted on May 12, 2008 from CK TanEveryone has different income needs. Younger people may be able to afford to work on a smaller salary in return for a promising future and opportunities for training and advancement. People with families, on the other hand, might not have much room for negotiation where salary is concerned. They ...
Views: 924 - Accountability For Your Career - by Submitted on May 12, 2008 from Alvah ParkerWhen you leave a job after having had a demanding manager, you may feel like you just took off a tight pair of shoes. What a relief! Even if you have been laid off and you are not sure what your next step is there can be a feeling of freedom. Being accountable to someone else is ...
Views: 560 - Recession Proof Your Job Search - by Submitted on May 12, 2008 from Linda MatiasWhen the job market is tight, it may be tempting to cut corners on your job search, but for the sake of landing a position, please don’t. When it’s a buyer’s market, you owe it to yourself and your family to put your best foot forward. To stand out, there are three key factors you need to ...
Views: 989 - What Is The Right Job For You? - by Submitted on May 09, 2008 from Ali UsmanThe first step towards finding the right job for yourself is the answer to this question; what is the right job for you? So many times people have faced this dilemma that they cannot decide what are they made to do. You have to decide about this at so many times in your life. Like, during your ...
Views: 482 - How to Create a Cover Letter for Jobs That You Dream Of? - by Submitted on May 08, 2008 from CK TanWhen you apply for a job, you have one chance and one chance only to capture your prospective employer's attention. In most cases, this is done using a cover letter. You should create a cover letter for jobs that you apply for via a resume. A well-written application letter is your foot in the ...
Views: 879 - Let Your Nutrition Education Work For You - by Submitted on May 08, 2008 from Cindy PappOnce you have a nutrition education, you need to think about how you will make your living. There are many ways to choose from, between getting a job and working for yourself, of course depending on what type of education you have. The type of education you received will steer you toward one ...
Views: 1315 - Three Sure-Fire Methods of Scaring Off Potential Employers - by Submitted on May 08, 2008 from Roxanne RavenelYou put together the perfect resume and emailed copies to five or ten of your target companies. That was several weeks ago and you haven’t heard a thing. Why haven’t any of your potential employers called? Of course, there could be any number of reasons, especially in a ...
Views: 1750 - Make More Money with Your Nutrition Education - by Submitted on May 06, 2008 from Cindy PappYou have completed, or nearly completed, your nutrition education. So now what? As you decide on your path the questions arise. Do you want a job? Do you want to work for yourself? The type of education you have will help you make this decision. Your training will determine if you are a ...
Views: 3594 - What?! Luck Comes from Hard Work? - by Submitted on May 05, 2008 from Karla BrandauWhen I complained about my lack of luck to a friend of mine, she quoted Thomas Jefferson, 3rd president of the United States, who said, "I'm a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work, the more I have of it." It is easy to be scared of real work. Thomas Edison, American inventor ...
Views: 848 - How To Ace The "Greatest Weakness" Interview Question? - by Submitted on May 04, 2008 from CK TanWhy do employers always ask the "greatest weakness" interview question? It seems like they are trying to throw you off. I mean, you rehearse the answer to every possible question that you can think of, and then they ask, "What do you think your greatest weakness is?" Job interviews are ...
Views: 1494 - Resume Tips For Career Fairs And Online Job Banks - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Heather EagarIf you’re all set to attend a career fair – or are looking to post your resume on an online job bank – and are concerned about how to create a resume for companies you have yet to meet, you are not alone. Fortunately, there are ways to create great resumes capable of catching ...
Views: 522 - Tips on Combating Nervousness During a Job Interview - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from CK TanCombating nervousness is essential if you want to appear calm, confident and employable at a job interview. Nerves can only get the best of you if you let them. When is the last time you were nervous over something? You didn't stay nervous forever. You may have even felt silly afterward for ...
Views: 1023 - Taking Charge Of Your Career - Small Changes Reap Great Rewards - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from CK TanTaking charge of your career has never been more vital than it is now. In the past, employers used to reward employees who had worked with them for a while. People were promoted based on job experience and company loyalty, but not anymore. If you want a promotion, you have to work for it. You ...
Views: 616 - Can You Really Afford Taking A Year off Work? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2008 from CK TanTaking a year off work takes planning, but it can be done. In fact, more people than ever before are taking breaks from work. A college student may choose to take a year off before entering the work force. Parents may take a year off after having a new baby. While the reasons vary, the planning ...
Views: 2450 - The Champagne Corks Have Been Popping To Celebrate Your Promotion - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2008 from Gina GardinerThe champagne corks have been popping to celebrate your promotion. You have a well paid job you love - it's really interesting. You are using your talents to the full and your boss really values your contribution! If you recognise yourself in the statement above - congratulations! If you ...
Views: 975 - Side Jobs - What Your Employer Will Never Tell You - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2008 from CK TanThe number of employees with side jobs is on the rise because people just can't make it on one paycheck. The only answer for many people is to run a business on the side or take a second, part time job. While many employers encourage employees to seek outside employment, others are worried that ...
Views: 939 - How to Handle Discrimination Tactfully During Interview Process? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2008 from CK TanOn the job discrimination is more common than you might think, and you need to know how to handle discrimination when, not if, it becomes an issue in your workplace. This is a lot easier if you already have a job, but what if you feel that you are being discriminated during the interview ...
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