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- Keeping Busy: AGU Student Rebuilds Countries By Day, - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2005 from Nicole LehnerYou may remember the old television commercials for the Army, the ones that claimed, “We do more before breakfast than most people do all day.” In the case of Wanda Cross, that’s probably true. Cross, a contract specialist with the U.S. Army Space Missile Defense Command (SMDC), is not only ...
Views: 991 - Revealed - Million Dollar Forex Investing Mistakes - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2005 from David JenynsAnytime that you are investing in the Forex market, you are going into the Market blind. You don’t know what point of the investing trend you are entering in at. You might be investing in a Forex stock just before the trend changes. Smart investing means you need to protect your trading float ...
Views: 1364 - School Boy Runs Internet Firm... - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2005 from Liam YoungLIKE most 16-year-olds, Liam Young has a busy time ahead with his GCSE exams this summer. But unlike his peers he has another pressing concern - running a multi-national computer internet firm. At the tender age of eight, the Widnes schoolboy started his first business in his bedroom after ...
Views: 786 - 15 Creative Ways To Make Money With eBooks - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2005 from Helene Malmsio1. Allow other e-zine publishers or web site owners to republish small nuggets or excerpts of information from your ebook with your byline or ad included. 2. Make extra profits from selling monthly updates of your ebook. You could also back end sell the extra never released chapters of your ...
Views: 1307 - Trading Expert Discovers Ways To Beat Stock Market Odds With Money Management - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2005 from David JenynsThe first point to mastering money management is that you have to understand when you’re trading on the stock market is that you are playing the odds – but unlike many forms of gambling, you can make money. The key to making this money is to respect the risk that is part of the market, and ...
Views: 1633 - Personality Testing; Myth and Realities - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2005 from Saqib Ali AteelIt is commonly believed myth that personality testing instruments can measure your personality and predict your future behaviors. The pre-employment testing mechanism has been following this creed without any solid evidence. The testing industry claims all out validity. The educational ...
Views: 855(1 vote) - The Hidden Meaning in Their Summer Vacation - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2005 from Susan DunnEveryone’s big on emotional intelligence now, because we’ve learned the hard way that a person’s people skills can make or break them in the workplace. If the person is highly exceptional in their field, it can be a close call, but all things being equal, we prefer to work and socialize with ...
Views: 1816(1 vote) - Work Ethic - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2005 from Sylvia HendersonOtherwise called a Protestant work ethic, a Google™ of the term “work ethic” yields a definition at Answers.com that reads, “A view of life that promotes hard work and self-discipline as a means to material prosperity. It is called Protestant because some Protestant groups believe that such ...
Views: 3388(1 vote) - Does Your Resume Have What It Takes To Survive The First Cut? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2005 from Ruth AndersonTo be a success, your resume must have sufficient "scan appeal" to pass a first cut – that initial stage when a busy employer, faced with a stack of resumes, scans each one for about 30 to 60 seconds and rejects most. What can you do to make sure that your resume survives the first cut? For ...
Views: 698(1 vote) - Five Mistakes That Can Derail Your Job Search - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2005 from Ruth AndersonNo matter how much time and energy you invest in job seeking, critical mistakes can derail your efforts. Consider the following job search scenario. Each of the mistakes described below can put your job search off track, but all are easy to avoid. Mistake #1: Starting with a Handicap Your ...
Views: 603(1 vote) - Five Mistakes That Can Derail Your Job Search - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2005 from Ruth AndersonNo matter how much time and energy you invest in job seeking, critical mistakes can derail your efforts. Consider the following job search scenario. Each of the mistakes described below can put your job search off track, but all are easy to avoid. Mistake #1: Starting with a Handicap Your ...
Views: 762(1 vote) - How Bryant & Stratton College Internship and Career Placement is helping the Local Economy to grow - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2005 from Les RobinsonHow Bryant & Stratton College Internship and Career Placement is helping the Local Economy to grow This is a Part 1 of a 3 Part TV Series This TV show, hosted by Lester Robinson of “The ABC’s of Insurance” TV interview Jeffrey P. Tredo of Bryant & Stratton College and Drew J Cerza “ ...
Views: 1760(1 vote) - How To Create An Online Newsroom The Media Will Love - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2005 from Bill Stollerby Bill Stoller, Publisher Free Publicity, The Newsletter for PR-Hungry Businesses http://www.PublicityInsider.com/freepub.asp From time to time, people ask me how public relations has changedduring the two decades in which I’ve been seeking publicity. Myanswer: technology. Twenty years ago, ...
Views: 1503(3 votes) - You’re Ready for a Career Change…Is Your Resume? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2005 from Heather EagarYou finally did it. You made the decision to leave a career that makes you dread every Monday morning and pursue one that you feel is your true calling. Congratulations! Making the decision was the hard part, right? Unfortunately, no. You’ve convinced yourself that this is the right move…how do ...
Views: 850(1 vote) - It May Be Time to Walk in an Employer's Shoes - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2005 from Linda MatiasIf you are in a job search and aren’t receiving viable hits, it’s time to walk a mile in an employer’s shoes. Okay, I realize what you may be thinking. For just one day, you would like an employer to walk in your shoes so they can be sympathetic to the stresses you are going through on a daily ...
Views: 1064(1 vote) - Learn Faster; Change is Coming - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2005 from Daniel SitterChallenges posed by recent economic and market shifts, though predicted for some time, have instigated chaos in the lives of many business professionals and factory workers alike, not to mention just about everyone else who is paying attention. Instead of embracing change and allowing it to fuel ...
Views: 1253 - Can EQ Help You Win at Negotiating? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2005 from Susan Dunn“Don’t ask your father the minute he walks in the door,” my Mom used to tell me. “Wait till he’s in a good mood. Let him unwind a little.” Then some time later, she would alert me that “the good mood” had arrived, and it was time to ask him. It was a mystery to me, but gradually I began to ...
Views: 1182 - Words That Inspire - PASSION - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2005 from Julie CohenWORDS THAT INSPIRE A monthly quick shot to motivate you, in less than 45 seconds, from Julie Cohen Coaching What is your PASSION? Dictionary*says: strong liking for or devotion to some activity, object or concept; object of desire or deep interest; love. What it REALLY means: doing ...
Views: 1012 - Packaging and Marketing yourself - 'Brand You' - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2005 from Cecile PeterkinBranding is a process started by large corporations like Nike as part of a marketing strategy in the 1980's. It is a concept which had them selling their customers an image and an idea. Soon, along with the pair of running shoes you were buying, you were also buying into the concept, and "just ...
Views: 1064 - 50 Quick Interview Tips - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2005 from Linda Matias1. Identify your accomplishments before you go on an interview. 2. Don’t let your guard down. No matter how friendly the interviewer is, you must always remember that s/he is not your friend. 3. Answer the interviewer’s questions in a direct and concise manner. 4. Identify your needs and ...
Views: 4946 - Discover YOUR Passion - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2005 from graham julieWhat are you passionate about? We didn’t ask if you are passionate. But what are you passionate about? What stirs your emotions? What is it you can’t stop talking about whenever someone asks: “What are you passionate about?” What’s the fire in your belly? What really turns you on? What do you ...
Views: 1387 - Searching for Employment - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2005 from Heather EagarSearching for a job can be a daunting and confusing task for anyone, whether he or she is just entering the job market, looking for a better job or find him or herself without a job after several years with one employer. A job search can be successful when the person looking for a job knows ...
Views: 810 - Do you have the skills to be a secret service agent? - by Submitted on May 27, 2005 from graham julieDo you have the necessary attributes to be a successful secret services agent? Do you melt into the background where no one can see you? Do you hide behind someone else? Would you describe yourself as having an incognito life? Are you capable of always putting yourself second? Do you constantly ...
Views: 1336 - 7 TIPS TO MAKE A FANTASTIC IMPRESSION ON PEOPLE WHO COUNT - by Submitted on May 26, 2005 from Michael MercerMaking a fabulous impression on people opens doors for your business, personal, and career endeavors. People like charming people who make them feel comfortable. So, making a fantastic impression helps you get where you want to go. The basic rule to make a great impression is this: Humans ...
Views: 865 - Comparing Corporate and Personal goal attainment programs that have developed over thousands of years with those of modern day l - by Submitted on May 16, 2005 from jason armstrongIn the 1990s Stephen Covey’s name became famous through the publication of the “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”. As many know the “7 habits” are not a group of new concepts but age-old approaches to success represented in a way that can be clearly applied to modern day personal and ...
Views: 857 - You No Longer Have A Label, But You Do Have A Ticket - by Submitted on May 14, 2005 from Tama KievesWhen I first dropped out of my lawyer life, I sometimes walked downtown on weekdays like some wayward ghost haunting a former territory. I’d stare at the office high-rises with fountains gushing in plazas and geometric murals in cool lobbies. Then I’d gaze in the windows of trendy boutiques ...
Views: 853 - 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 ...
Views: 1652 - A 21-step Path to Discover and Do What You Love with Your Life’s Work - by Submitted on May 07, 2005 from Craig NathansonIn mid-life, many of us are unfulfilled in our lives and careers. We have a deep longing for change. We often feel that we’ve waited too long to pursue our dreams, and believe that we have no choice but to settle for our current lot in life. Choosing how to fill such a deep void is no small ...
Views: 792 - In a Rut? Ready for a Career Change? - by Submitted on May 03, 2005 from Cecile PeterkinAre you unhappy at work? Tired and lacking energy and drive? Don't worry, you are not alone! Studies in the US show that up to 70 percent of the workforce is unhappy with their job at any given time. We all feel dissatisfied and frustrated with our jobs at times. So, how do you know when the ...
Views: 984 - “You must play by the rules” - by Submitted on May 03, 2005 from graham julieYou must play by the rules. Everything has rules. You want to play chess then learn the rules. You want to play soccer then learn the rules. You want to play tennis then learn the rules. You want to play life then….hang on a minute…. Who wrote the rules of life? Who wrote the rules to your ...
Views: 1349(1 vote) - 7 Stepping-stones to Career Growth and Excellence - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2005 from Steve BrunkhorstAchieving excellence in our work is an integral part of feeling genuinely satisfied in life. We want our careers or businesses to blossom, making us financially secure and content with our achievements. Here are seven stepping-stones that lead to career growth and excellence. When used as part ...
Views: 1143 - Mid-Life Perception: It’s Your View That Counts - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2005 from Craig NathansonThis is the third in a ten-part series exploring the “Ten P” model developed by Craig Nathanson, The Vocational Coach, to help mid-life adults discover and do what they love. When Murray and Heather Rand of Canada sold their St. Thomas, Ontario, home and moved permanently aboard their sailboat, ...
Views: 891 - Power Up Performance: 9 Ways to Keep Employees Engaged - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2005 from JoAnna BrandiAre your employees engaged in their work, or are they estranged from your company's mission and their role in making it happen? Mounting evidence suggests that the more engaged employees are in what they do, the better their performance and the higher the rewards for everyone. The key is to have ...
Views: 875 - Why Should I Hire You? Five Interview Techniques to Get Hired - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2005 from Patricia DorchMany job seekers look for a new career opportunity without planning a career strategy for selling their abilities to potential employers and landing a job. Preparation, knowing your Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s) Asking Questions, Closing the interview, and sending a Thank-You Letter ...
Views: 1360 - 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: 1655 - Principles of Effective Work Relationships - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Kimberly FulcherHow many times have you left a meeting simmering with fury over the colleague who interrupted you each time you spoke? Have you spent precious time imagining how good it would feel to tell your co-worker what you really thought of her? How many hours have you wasted bemoaning the fact that ...
Views: 3527 - Jump Start Your Job Search - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from Joan Runnheim OlsonNot seeing any results from your job search? Have your job efforts been limited to responding to the classifieds? Jump-start your job search by developing a marketing campaign utilizing several different strategies to land the job you want. Be creative and think ‘outside the box.’ Try some ...
Views: 1496 - Closing the Gap on Your Career Goals - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2005 from Shannon BradfordIf you still picture a steady progression up the ladder when you think of your career goals, it is time to shift your thinking. For most people, climbing the career ladder is no longer an option. The working world has changed so dramatically that linear career paths rarely exist, except as ...
Views: 1255 - Dissatisfied with your job? Stop Believing The Myths - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2005 from Doreen BanaszakAccording to recent statistics, 56% of the work force is dissatisfied with their job. According to a recent Monster.com poll, 87% of respondents said they were dissatisfied with their job. If you are dissatisfied with your job, you are in a self-imposed career slump! Why are so many of us ...
Views: 1163 - How to find a Corporate Housing location - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2005 from Scott LevineHow to find the best Corporate housing location. Many people travel for business. They fly here or there and stay for a few days and then return home. Most of the time these people will stay at a hotel when they are away. But, there are a lot of people that travel for business purposes but ...
Views: 896(1 vote) - Drive your own time machine through your life transition - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2005 from Cathy GoodwinTime usually takes on a special meaning during life transitions. By definition, transitions take us from the familiar to the unknown. Most people feel they’re moving faster or slower than before. Here are three ways to steer your own time machine. 1. Get lots of information. Then get ...
Views: 1432 - The need to be successful - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2005 from graham julieThe need to be successful. This is the bottom line for us all. Deep down we all, you and me, want to be successful. This is why we are attracted to the various ‘get rich quick’ schemes that appear on the internet and in the newspapers. We are searching for success. This is what drives us beyond ...
Views: 3229 - Creating A Winning Resume - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2005 from Maria HebdaConducting a successful job search begins with a winning resume. If your current resume isn’t providing you with results, don’t blame it on the economy. Yes, today’s job market is tough, but that shouldn’t keep you from getting interviews. Job seekers can beat the odds if they know what does ...
Views: 744 - EFFECTIVE PUBLIC RELATIONS ESSENTIAL FOR PERSONAL BRANDING SAYS EXPERT THOMAS MURRELL FROM 8M MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2005 from Thomas A.C. MurrellEFFECTIVE PUBLIC RELATIONS ESSENTIAL FOR PERSONAL BRANDING By Thomas Murrell, MBA CSP, International Business Speaker Move over pop star "Posh Spice" Adams and English soccer hero David Beckham, the personal branding power of newly engaged Australian celebrity sports couple Lleyton Hewitt and ...
Views: 1063 - When Cover Letters Get Personal - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2005 from Linda Matias“It is with great interest and enthusiasm that I submit my resume for your review.” Most cover letters are written in this humdrum tone. Cover letters do not need to be so dull, nor so uninteresting. This style of cover letter writing has been around for years; and it’s a trend that has ...
Views: 1076 - Are You Seeing a Vision? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2005 from Caterina RandoAs we look at bringing your business to the next level, I ask you a very important question: do you have a vision—a Technicolor snapshot in your mind of what your ideal life looks like? If not, create one. Not a goal; goals come later. Visions are more powerful than goals because visions have an ...
Views: 985 - Is your life’s purpose for sale? There is no purpose too big or too small - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2005 from Craig NathansonMeet Joe. He’s a middle-aged bridge toll-taker in the San Francisco Bay Area. In a recent interview, Joe said he loves the role he has filled for the last 12 years. The job suits his purpose. He said: “If I can help someone start their day off right in the few seconds when they are handing me ...
Views: 858 - Top 10 Ways to Start Living a More Meaningful Life - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2005 from Dorene LehaviToo many of us live like goldfish, swimming in the same orbit day in and day out feeling uninspired, tired, bored and sometimes worse. Life is much too precious to waste that way. Every person has a unique purpose in life. I implore you not to waste your days berating yourself for what you don’t ...
Views: 1098 - ASK for the JOB: Interview Techniques for the 21st Century - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2005 from Patricia DorchAre you searching for a job? Trying to take the next step up the corporate career ladder? Worried about that upcoming interview? Worry no longer: for your convenience, here is a book that can help you answer all of the pressing questions that come with meeting potential employers and how to get ...
Views: 1201 - Managing the Time You Haven't Got - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from C.J. HaydenDo the words "time management" rub you the wrong way? For many busy professionals, the real problem seems to be that there isn’t any time left to manage. You can sometimes get better at managing your time by prioritizing all your tasks and scheduling carefully. But when you're already using all ...
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