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Recipe for Success in the Free Agent Economy - by Howard Sambol- What is a Dream Job? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Karin VoloA dream job is a common expression…but do we all have the same definition for this? Since I’ve made it my mission to help others improve their lives, I wanted to make sure that we defined it clearly so I can serve others to the maximum potential in discovering their dream jobs. A dream job ...
Views: 1357 - Discovering Your Dream Career Is Like Playing A Former TV Game Show - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Samuel GersteinDid you ever see the TV game show, Concentration? It was a show that came out in the 1950s. Basically it was a combination of a children’s match game and solving of a puzzle. The puzzle was a rebus puzzle, which is made up of a combination of pictures, words and numbers that when taken together ...
Views: 1356 - Take Five Steps Towards a Better Career by Being an Original - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Donald MitchellHave you ever gone to a party and discovered that you had dressed quite differently from everyone else? How did that make you feel? For some people, this experience would be the height of embarrassment. For others, noting the differences might just draw a slight smile. No copycats need ...
Views: 1356 - Informational Interviewing: A Job Seeker’s Secret Weapon – Part II - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaPreparing for the Interview Next, it’s time to research the field or industry and the contact’s company. This will help you avoid wasting precious interview time asking questions that you would have been able to answer by doing a little investigation, as well as demonstrate that you are ...
Views: 1355 - Moving is an act of Power - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from Rena ReesePerhaps you’ve heard the saying, "Bloom Where You Are Planted." It is a great notion and basically teaches us that we can grow, learn and thrive regardless of our present life circumstances. Where we are in life, with all the good, difficult, confusing, and exciting choices that arise, it is ...
Views: 1354(1 vote) - How to Write an Effective Job Description? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Sandy DsouzaHiring is a combination of both, tact of selecting the right people as well as being able to sell your organization. The first step of hiring is giving out information about openings in your company or firm; advertising so to say. The most important thing that comes to the forefront is the job ...
Views: 1352 - Things to Request From Your Employer If You've Just Been Laid Off - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Alex CarlyleIf you think you might be getting laid off soon, here are some things to consider ahead of time. This information also applies if you've already lost your job but it occurred very recently. Many managers are just not comfortable laying people off. Right after they get out the words, they are ...
Views: 1352 - Wilkinsons Jobs - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from jed dylanSearching for vacancy postings on the Wilkinsons website is the only way to go when searching for the latest jobs postings and listings. The website has all the most current listings accessible, for all qualifications and backgrounds for those who are looking for job in the UK. So, regardless of ...
Views: 1349(1 vote) - Six Steps for Managing Job Search Stress - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Mary Jane Hurley BrantMillions of people have lost their jobs in this economy so let's talk about managing the stress of a job search. Anyone who is in this situation, or loves someone who is, might consider these six suggestions…. Step One - Do not internalize a job loss or job search into your personal ...
Views: 1348(5 votes) - Surprising (And Not-So-Surprising) Things That Hurt a Job Search - by Submitted on May 26, 2010 from Heather EagarA job search can be a complicated beast, partially because technology and individual industries have evolved to an extent that we don’t know how to keep up with their changes. Unfortunately, some of those changes, whether surprising or not-so-surprising, could hurt us along the way if we aren’t ...
Views: 1348(2 votes) - Moving is an Act of Personal Power - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Rena ReesePerhaps you’ve heard the saying, "Bloom Where You Are Planted." It is a great notion and basically teaches us that we can grow, learn and thrive regardless of our present life circumstances. Where we are in life, with all the good, difficult, confusing, and exciting choices that arise, it is ...
Views: 1347(2 votes) - I Just Lost My Job: How Am I Going To Tell My Kids? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Judith LindenbergerOne of the responsibilities of a human resources professional is to let employees know that their jobs have been eliminated. It is hard to give the news and even harder to receive it. Just recently, I was involved in communicating a large layoff to employees at a Fortune 500 company. I met ...
Views: 1345 - HOW TO NEGOTIATE WHEN YOU GET A JOB OFFER - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2017 from Narinder MehtaIt feels wonderful to get a job offer. This is what you were striving for when you started your job search. But do not rush to say “yes”. When you receive a job offer, the roles are suddenly reversed. Now you have become the buyer. The employer is now trying to sell you on the career ...
Views: 1344 - Who Deserves You? Answer Before You Go Job Hunting. - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2009 from Shellee HaleLooking for work make a list of who deserves you. Now that you have a list learn everything you can about the company, their employees and their mission and make sure you still believe they would make a mistake not hiring you. Once you have determined they do deserve you it is time to go after ...
Views: 1344 - ***Managing stress is easier than you think - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2014 from Bill DueeaseWe all experience stress. Yet, some stress is good for you and some stress is bad for you. Good stress occurs when the results from the stress are more valuable to you than the harm (if any) caused by the stress itself. Bad stress occurs when the damage caused by the stress is greater than ...
Views: 1343 - Job Descriptions and Career Prospects for Diesel Mechanic - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from robin brainOne of the careers that offer high relative wages and good prospects is the career of the diesel mechanic. In addition the career also offers high levels of challenges and job satisfaction since the skill levels required would be substantially higher in comparison to many other jobs. Formal ...
Views: 1343 - A new year is the time for a new approach to work - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Craig NathansonAre you over 40? Good. Then you won't need permission from your parents to read this article. If you are under 40, I give you permission now! I would guess if you are over 40 you have begun to question your life and your work. Good. This is normal and healthy. Perhaps you have also started ...
Views: 1342(1 vote) - Successful Goal Setting Will Put You Ahead of Your Competition - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Kris PlantrichAfter my last article and my mention of goal setting I started to think about my own goals for the quickly approaching 2007 New Year. I have some goals I revise and reuse every year. Writing down my goals clarifies what I want to accomplish, as stated by author Arnold Patent, “What you focus on ...
Views: 1342 - Interview Confidence - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Churchill BrookOne of the key things that you need during the interview process is confidence. Confidence in your abilities, confidence in your fit for the role, confidence that the Company are making a good choice when they interview you for this role. This should not be confused with arrogance which is of ...
Views: 1340 - Are You Living Your Career Dreams? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Charlene RashkowInherent within the human spirit is the desire for fulfillment, a longing to carry out our creative aspirations by reaching new heights of accomplishment. Yet, often the yearning can be suppressed by fear. Perhaps we aren’t feeling good enough, smart enough or able enough to pursue and fulfill ...
Views: 1339(1 vote) - So You Need Resume Help - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Marc DeBoerWe all ask ourselves this at some point in time, "Do I need resume help or not?" Why do we ask this? Because we all go through career changes in life and we want to land that next job. However, let me ask you this? If you wanted to have a procedure done, would you go to a doctor or do it ...
Views: 1339 - Unahppy at Work? 3 Things You Can Do Today! - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2014 from Jason MagillIf you're unhappy at work, rest assured that things will change. As with all things, you can be a part of the change in positive or negative ways. We all can’t be astronauts, professional athletes, dolphin trainers or test pilots -- some of us have to work for a living. I’m not implying that ...
Views: 1339 - Practical Ways to Cope with Job Transitions - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Theodore HendersonThe daily news about the American economy is not rosy and it may be that you are concerned about your present position, have lost your job due to layoff, or are taking on a new job. If you are facing any type of job transition consider these tips to help you cope with present day stress. I ...
Views: 1338(2 votes) - Uncover Your True Career - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from William WuUncover Your True Calling. The most important first step towards determining a career path is to identify your personal skills and qualifications. A career advisor can help you to find your distinctive skill sets, at the same time as perform an evaluation of your personal strengths and ...
Views: 1338(1 vote) - Create a Miracle In Your Life – Be a Persistent Person - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2013 from Sonny JuliusFor those not really sure what a miracle is here is the definition in Webster’s Dictionary “An extremely outstanding or unusual event, thing, or accomplishment.” There are story after story of people who have been successful in their lives and being persistent seems to be one of the key ...
Views: 1337 - Elected, Non Elected and Non Events Life Transitions. How have you dealt with them? - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Joseph SmartHello and welcome back to this series of articles on change. In the last article entitled ‘Make Change, or Change will happen to you’ I discussed the difference between minor life transitions and major life transitions. In this article I will discuss the process of dealing with endings and ...
Views: 1336(1 vote) - How Mid-Life Career Change Can Be Influenced By Age Discrimination - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Cathy GoodwinMid-life career challenges often are related to age. When I've asked executives and professionals, "What is the biggest challenge to your career?" nearly all provide a response related to age discrimination. These professionals often turn to career counselors and coaches for solutions. Surely, ...
Views: 1336 - How to be a Yoga Teacher - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Caroline KleblYoga means union with supreme consciousness. Yoga practices began developing in India about 5000 years ago. Yoga practices are designed to eliminate disease and liberate the yoga practitioner from suffering on all levels of being, physical, psychological and spiritual. The six traditional ...
Views: 1336(1 vote) - Job Opportunities and Career Prospects for Carpenter - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from robin brainCarpentry is an integral part of the construction industry and it offers excellent opportunities for building up a career for the professionals. At the same time it also offers very good opportunity for those who desire to pursue the career of a carpenter. Career Overview There is quite ...
Views: 1336 - Ten Steps to a Job-Winning Interview - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Cathy GoodwinThese days, interviews don't come easily. When you get The Call, make the most of your time -- and go for it! 1. Investigate the company's culture, markets, and finances. But resist the temptation to show off what you've researched: "I just read that you're about to embark on a new ...
Views: 1336 - 5 Questions to Ask on a 1st Interview - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Ken Sundheim1. Let’s Say I Execute All the Set Duties of My Position For A Long Time….? You should always find out where the job is taking you in the next few years, however you must phrase this question properly. If you come out and say that you want to know exactly where you’ll be in 3 years, the ...
Views: 1335(2 votes) - Seven Tips for Jump Starting A Stalled Job Search - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Roxanne RavenelA growing number of jobseekers find themselves in the midst of a long-term job search. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. jobless rate soared to a four-year high of 5.7% in July 2008 and the average job search took more than four months to net results. However, some critics would ...
Views: 1335 - Resume Essentials Part 2 - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2010 from Jane CranstonHere is the second part of “Resume Essentials.” In this section, we’ll discuss some of the nuances of a resume and how it can attract the right people to you and your work history. Brand Names: Everyone likes the familiar, so if you’ve worked with an organization that has high recognition, ...
Views: 1334 - Single Moms, What Would You Do With $1,000? - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorWhat would $1,000 mean to you? Could it change your life? As a single mom, the decision to attend college may not be easy. You make a list of the pros and cons for going back to school. You really want to go. You know in the long run it will benefit you and your family, but you feel a financial ...
Views: 1334 - Career Entrepreneurialism in the New Economy - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Michael WoodwardThe Great Recession has fundamentally shifted the employment landscape in this country. The rules of the game have changed and your success in The New Economy will depend on your ability to adjust to these new rules. I truly believe we are entering into an age of "career entrepreneurialism", an ...
Views: 1333(1 vote) - Sports Careers: Top 4 Degrees for Athletic Professionals - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2016 from Anica OaksSports, fitness and athletics is a growing industry across the globe. Professional teams, privately-owned gyms and even entire nations are hungry to find qualified individuals who can become leading athletic professionals. Some people might think that all they need is a couple of years playing ...
Views: 1333 - Fatal Job Hunting Mistakes - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Shirley RayIf you're not getting interviews or job offers, even though you're applying for jobs you know you're qualified to do, you may be making one or more fatal job hunting mistakes. These job hunting mistakes are all the more tragic because they can be so easily corrected. You should know ...
Views: 1332 - Passion Fuels Success - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Young KimWhen I was in college, I knew a guy - we'll call him Robert - who was obsessed with the Denver Broncos. That's all Robert ever talked about. Now, perhaps I think Robert was obsessed because I don't really follow sports, and perhaps he wasn't any more obsessed than any other Bronco ...
Views: 1332(4 votes) - Entrepreneur Guide: How to Start Your Clothing Line - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2017 from Marsha KellyFashion is fun and can be very profitable -if done right. As with all businesses, knowledge is power. Learn how to start your clothing business by using the knowledge of industry professionals. Use their decades of real world experience to benefit your fashion startup. Read full article ...
Views: 1330 - How to Proceed With Your Literature Review Effectively? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Rose TylerWriting literature review is a tricky assignment since you have to review your thesis or dissertation in literature review thoroughly to ensure its perfection. In literature reviews, you should analyze your thesis papers carefully to figure out their strengths and weaknesses. The primary purpose ...
Views: 1330 - You Think You Are Above Mere Mortals & So You Put A Roadblock In Your Path To Wealth - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2016 from Rosemary Nonny KnightIt is fairly amusing to see people do this thing where they think that because they have paid their dues to their higher power, he/she will now give them the secret path to wealth that no one else has. I see it in Christians who think that because they have the hotline to God, they can now just ...
Views: 1330 - The Biggest Interview Secret Revealed - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2013 from Marc DeBoerI feel that it is time to reveal the secret to having the best interview possible. Now, everyone has their own methodology for interviewing and that is great! I would encourage you to add this interview secret to your arsenal of interviewing techniques that you are already using. What is the ...
Views: 1329 - Attention College Grads! How to Use a Post-Interview Thank You Note - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Brenda BenceStatistics show that, on average, only about 10% of college grads write a thank you note after an interview. So, should you? Absolutely! It’s a great way to distinguish yourself from the sea of other candidates, and it will help your individual personal brand stay memorable. In fact, if you’re ...
Views: 1327(1 vote) - 7 Reminders Why You Left your J.O.B. to be an Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2012 from Melanie Benson StrickYour client’s check bounced and now you have to call them (again) to get paid. Cashing checks was NOT why you left your job, was it? Come to think about it, you don’t like having to handle all this financial stuff anyway. What a pain! Your new program (or product) fell short of your revenue ...
Views: 1326 - Defining Your Brand For The Interview - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Marc DeBoerDefining your brand for the interview can be tricky. When you sit down, you know who you are and what you can offer, yet how do you know that is the "right" brand to present in the interview? Or maybe, you've heard about all this branding talk, but don't even know what it means. Well, let's ...
Views: 1326 - Is There Really Happiness Over The Rainbow? - by Submitted on May 01, 2015 from JAMES MAIOHOIs there really happiness over the rainbow? What’s so special about that place over the rainbow? What’s so wrong with Kansas? Is Glenda, the Good Witch really any more special than Auntie Em’? Are the scarecrow and the tin man any better than the farm hands whom so adoringly care for ...
Views: 1326 - Recruitment Agencies Tell All: How to Get Through the Job Interview - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Lilly GordonJob interviews can be stressful experiences. Candidates often become flustered or nervous while answering fairly basic questions involving job history or personal values. While this is a normal reaction (employrs expect a small amount of nervousness) it can make or break your chances of being ...
Views: 1326 - Working for a Living - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2014 from Melissa HeislerRecently whenever I talk to a client or friend about their job I hear: I have lost the passion for my work. My co-worker undermined my project. It seems we only shuffle paper and no longer provide anything of true value. My boss took credit for my work. I have to work overtime ...
Views: 1326 - Buy A Car Online- Free Interrelated Guideline For We Buy Used Cars - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Rohan RathoreMuch like any long term commitment, folks should know what they are getting into before they sign on the bottom line. Buying an auto should not be a split second call. Research is required before the first hello to a sales representative on the lot. If you're attempting to find information ...
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