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Recipe for Success in the Free Agent Economy - by Howard Sambol- It Is Ok That You Are Out Of Work - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Deborah Brown-Volkman, PCCMost people are embarrassed if they are unemployed. They feel like they failed and are ashamed to talk about their current status. Or, they are back to work after a long stretch of not working, but are worried it might not last. Thus, their fears prevent them from performing as well as they ...
Views: 997 - Recruiting process from the hiring managers point of view - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2012 from Gautam SinghThe recruiting process is very complex and is not as simple as a recruiter receiving your resume and you hope to get a job interview the next day. There is so much more that is involved from you sending in your resume to you getting a job offer. We want to explain the recruiting process to you ...
Views: 997(1 vote) - *** Why Bother with a Cover Letter When Applying for a Job? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from David CouperYou can never know what happens to a cover letter. Some cover letters are electronically scanned, some are read and some are tossed! You can’t take the risk of not doing a cover letter when your future employer reads and analyzes every response. So bit the bullet and do it. Here are some ...
Views: 996(3 votes) - The Art of Marketing - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2015 from Danielle DayriesAs the icon of the pop art movement, Andy Warhol, once said, “Being good in business is the most fascinating kind of art.” The great success of his art career proves this quote to be true. You developed the fundamentals of the business of art in my previous article and continue building your art ...
Views: 996 - Um, Excuse me, Where is your Suit? - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Marc DeBoerMy high school teacher once said to our economics class that "We only have one first impression when meeting someone so why not make the most of it?" I conduct, on average, 100-200 in person interviews a year and am seeing an alarming trend when it comes to interview etiquette - sloppy ...
Views: 996(1 vote) - Learn Leadership Skills - by Submitted on May 16, 2013 from Anne RichardsonIt seems that every decade or so there is some new fad the runs through the business world in terms of supervision and in the world of diversity management, downsizing, outsourcing, generational work conflicts and the information age, things are even more complicated than ever before. No ...
Views: 995(1 vote) - Where Do I Find Meaningful Work? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2011 from Nina HamAre you wondering if you’re the proverbial person who has climbed the ladder of success only to find it’s leaning up against the wrong wall? Is this all there is, settling in a career that has brought you success, perhaps, but leaves you hungry for something more? To be excited and challenged ...
Views: 995 - 5 Tips for Landing A Job When You're Over 50 - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2016 from Danielle DayriesThere are successful women everywhere in today’s business world. But women over 50 have something special: experience and a lot of it! Some of the same women are finding themselves on the hunt for a new job after being with one company for most of their career. At the end of 2015, the Bureau of ...
Views: 994 - After the Lay Off: Tips for Emotional Survival - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2009 from John SassoWith the nation experiencing one of the most rapid contractions of the economy since the 1930’s, many people are experiencing the grim reality of sudden unemployment. With extreme job hemorrhaging in the manufacturing, financial and retail sectors, entire communities that once relied on these ...
Views: 994 - Career Problems And Astrology - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2018 from abhishek SinghTo solve your career and professional concerns, it is always good to have an expert’s guidance and this can be helped out with the help of astrology. Read more to find out how.. There are a lot of professional and career concerns we want to get addressed and there can't be anything better than ...
Views: 994 - How to Get a Nurse License and Why It may be The Perfect Career for You - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2012 from Aaron DsouzaCertified nursing aides play an important role in the health care industry. They work according to the instructions given by the physicians or the Registered Nurses (RN) and provide medical assistance to the patients. However, in order to become a certified nursing assistant, it is obligatory to ...
Views: 994 - Importance of Active Participation in Class - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2019 from edwise internationalImportance of Active Participation in Class As an international student, trying to adapt to new surroundings, new teaching and studying methods, new class environment, new people, etc. can become quiet daunting. Nevertheless, until and unless you don’t mix around and interact with people, you ...
Views: 994 - Are You an Employee Relocation Realist? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Sue StedhamAccording to historians the credit crunch started 2 years ago – August 2007. To some it seems like a lifetime and to others it only started yesterday. Whatever you feel, there has been a fundamental change in attitudes to risk and expectations. These deep-seated changes can be tracked through ...
Views: 993(2 votes) - Focus Helps Us Get the Most From Our Purpose in Life - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Anthony CalabreseHave you taken the time recently to think about what is your purpose in life? When I think of mine, it is to be the best career coach I can be to those with whom I come in contact. I have learned so much this year on the process of career development and the methods to use in searching for a ...
Views: 993 - How to Choose your Resume and Resume Types - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Jennifer ParkerA resume is a summary of a candidate's career graph. There are different formats that candidates can adopt to draft their resume. Each format is characterized by certain features that help to convey more about the candidate. The key characteristics concern career goals, experiences, ...
Views: 993 - In case you’ve determined to become independent truck driver… - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Marina JanakievskaSimilar to every other work, getting independent truck driver takes for satisfying some demands before you in truth begin the work. Some individuals determine to operate for a company, but operating for yourself is likewise great possibility that will give you beneficial experience but likewise ...
Views: 992 - Career Messaging: Are you missing them? - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2010 from Gwendolyn WardI was volunteering in a job mentoring program and reviewing a participant’s job history which included several short-term jobs. When I asked him why he left each position he replied “It was the people.” After hearing him repeat this four consecutive times, my polite-self left and I said “You’re ...
Views: 992 - Learning How to Style and Treat Hair: Making the Cut in Cosmetology School - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2013 from Julie SerutoFor those who are serious about becoming a professional hair stylist, there are certain key skills that need to be mastered. Knowledge, practice and mastery of essential hair treatment practices along with styling and coloring methods are all a part of a professional cosmetology training ...
Views: 992 - Become a Vet and Get Paid to Help Sick Animals - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Dan MorganVets, otherwise known as Veterinary Surgeons are physicians for animals, much like humans, animal have a wide range of ailments that need attending to. With the increase in the number of pet insurance policies taken out and also the amount people are prepared to spend on their cherished animals ...
Views: 990 - Environmental Current Affairs - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Radhika SinhaCurrent affairs as we all know refer to the ongoing activities around us. It can refer to an incident that took place in our country or an event that will be commenced in the near future. It involves all the information about the surroundings we live in and the impact such events can have on our ...
Views: 990 - The Divide Between Ordinary and Extraordinary - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Dan CoughlinI’m 47 now and 25 years into my career. I’ve had the opportunity to watch many people start their careers and talk with many others who have ended their careers. Through this informal research it has become clear to me that there are two distinctly different career DNAs in operation. The Tale ...
Views: 990 - Your Invitation to a Great Life - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2015 from Frosty WooldridgeBy Frosty Wooldridge In recent weeks, my son Trevor quit his well-paying pharmacy tech job in Denver, Colorado for a “room and board” position in a quiet village in the Austrian Alps. He sickened of his role in filling drug prescriptions for people addicted to poor health, synthetic ...
Views: 990(1 vote) - Accountant required: Apply for freelance bookkeeping projects - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Alured poelmanCollege students learning accountancy have good news. They can get work for home and earn huge profits by working a few hours in a day. It is called freelancing work and many students are already working as a freelance bookkeepers for companies of the world. In reality accountant required by ...
Views: 989 - Starting a Job Search - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from Richard NavinWith high unemployment these days, finding a job, especially after redundancy, for many can be a very daunting prospect. For a lot of people it has been the first time they have been job hunting for several years and will find that a lot has changed. Gone are the days when you could just walk ...
Views: 989 - How to prepare to update your position by new job - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2011 from chanrida kimShould you be one of those people who do not feel satisfied or do not obtain any joy inside your existing job, then it could be a time to move on to a brand new job. This decision needs a great deal of careful planning and thinking. Because of typical circumstances such as conflict together with ...
Views: 988 - To Be or Not to Be an Interim Executive? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaInterim Executive... Many companies are using Interim Executives. To quote Karen Klein of businessweek.com: "Unlike consultants, Interim Executives work within a company, filling a position that has gone vacant due to an employee leaving, dying, or being dismissed. They can fulfill as many as ...
Views: 988 - Best Side Jobs for Writers - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2018 from Sylvia GiltnerWhether you are an aspiring freelance writer or a professional novelist, there comes a time when you want to do something other than just write for a living. While writers do come in all shapes and sizes, it’s important to take some time off from your main occupation and spend some time doing a ...
Views: 987 - These Job Seeking Mistakes Are Not Getting You Hired - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Marc DeBoerToday's job market is really tight out there. Job seekers are trying every tactic possible to give just the slightest edge against other job seekers. What you may not realize though is that those very tactics could be hindering your job search efforts. Job seekers need to learn the recruiters ...
Views: 987(1 vote) - Court reporting has never been more convenient - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Cheryl BucknerHave you heard the expression, "There's an app for that"? These days, you probably have. It seems like for every task you need or want to perform there is an application, or app, for your mobile device. That even goes for court reporting! There are companies out there who have developed mobile ...
Views: 986 - Finding What Matters - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Christina BrandtAs a life and career coach, the number one question I'm asked by prospective clients is "How long is this going to take?" When I reply, "I don't have a clue, but you do," people get a little freaked out. So, I remind them about each of our roles in creating a life and career they love. Mine ...
Views: 986(1 vote) - Getting Your Teacher Certification May Be the Best Thing to Do in a Struggling Economy - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Darren FergusonIn this time of economic uncertainty you may be looking for a new way to make some money and there is one area of the economy which isn’t lacking in job positions is teaching, getting your teacher certification isn’t hard and actually can help you get a job while you wait out this economic ...
Views: 986 - Where females could get freelance jobs for women? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Alured poelmanWhat do you think could be the best jobs for women? If you are thinking that top placement in a industry major would be a perfect opportunity for a promising female employee then you are wrong. First try to understand what girls expect from their employers. They want liberty to choose their ...
Views: 985 - Writing Fiction while Sitting Before the Bogwood Fire - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2019 from Wm. Hovey SmithWriting Fiction while Sitting by the Bogwood Fire Bogwood.n. Darkly colored wood that may be 10s of thousands of years old recovered from marshes and bogs in typically northern latitudes that is dried and used for fuel in areas where other wood is scarce or absent. Just as the captive ...
Views: 985 - Career Change and Your Resume - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Michael TrustOver the last several years, we have seen a dramatic shift in the concept of a “career” as more and more people have been downsized, right sized, outsourced, and the like. A career isn’t just vertical anymore; it’s how horizontal and in many cases, very much a zigzag. What do you do if ...
Views: 984 - Personality Type & Job Search - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Barbara WulfAll of us have a personality type, in fact, one of the 16 possibilities according to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. The personality typing instrument was developed by the mother and daughter team of Katharine Myers and Isabel Myers-Briggs Personality over 50 years ago and is used around the ...
Views: 984 - 6 methods to Overcome the Interview Stress - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2013 from Marc DeBoerInterviews can always be a bit stressful and that is okay! It means you really want to do well and that is the first step to having a good interview. Below, are some tips to overcome the interview jitters. Night Before the Interview: Interview Prep: Be sure to do some interview prep ...
Views: 983(1 vote) - Where Should I Look For Senior Job Openings? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Raymond AngusDo you think all the senior job openings have been filled? Would you like to learn why they are increasing in numbers even as we speak? Are you a senior and do you really need a job? Do you have the sinking feeling that the boat has already left the wharf and all that is left for you to do ...
Views: 983 - How can you tell that you are unhappy at your job - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2012 from Gautam SinghThere are so many people who would just read the headline of this article and already know that they are unhappy at their job. They feel trapped at their job and with not many prospects to get them to move onto their next assignment. The economy has made a lot of people in the workforce feeling ...
Views: 982(1 vote) - The Art of Success in the Arts - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2015 from Danielle DayriesArt, in all its forms, demands the intrinsic creativity of the human person: an artist. Art is an application of skill, an exercise of the mind, and above all, a demonstration of the patience, drive, and perseverance involved with the manifestation of a wisping, ethereal goal. They say, “Don’t ...
Views: 981 - Get Professional Oracle Fusion training - Do not miss out - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from Harini KyathiLearning is a continuous process; it keeps you updated on the latest innovation and techniques. Corporate training is scheduled to brush the knowledge of employees and refresh it to improve productivity. Various IT companies need to keep up with the pace of technology and professional training ...
Views: 980 - Make Your Passion Your Business! - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2010 from Gary PageSeventy percent of all workers hate their jobs. So says a recent Gallup poll. Job dissatisfaction not only causes absenteeism and employee turnover, but also contributes to lost productivity. Enjoying what you do can make the difference between merely getting by in business and excelling in it. ...
Views: 980 - The World of Nursing – It’s Not What It Used to Be - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Taylor ThomasWhen nursing comes to mind, we can’t help but think of a profession dominated by women who wear white dresses and tend after patients in a hospital. However, that typical notion is far from accurate in the world of nursing today. For one, it is not at all uncommon to encounter a male nurse, and ...
Views: 980 - Despite Shortages, Nurses Not Acquiring Work As Quickly By Gabriel Smith - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Jane M AndrewsAs economic conditions drive a tighter job market, new healthcare professionals find it's harder than ever to land their dream job-or any kind of job, for that matter. Nursing university officials say jobs within large Metro areas, including New York and California, are incredibly difficult to ...
Views: 979 - Career Change Myths Exposed - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Patricia EricksonHave you been dreaming of making a career change? If so, why haven’t you acted on your dream? It might be because you are operating under a false assumption. You might be missing out on opportunities because of a career myth – the good news is that there are several career change myths that can ...
Views: 979 - Finding Meaningful Work Starts With Self Awareness - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Alvah ParkerAbout three years ago I began to work with an Alexander Technique teacher. If you are not familiar with this technique it is a method of working with the body to insure that you are in proper alignment. People use it to strengthen their voices, get rid of chronic back pain, and improve their ...
Views: 978(2 votes) - Results impressive Lifestyle Career changing the way you work and live How to Dream it Earn it and Live it - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2009 from Christine MillsAs Christmas quickly approaches again – it might be worth thinking about some balance.You have the initiative to reinvent your lifestyle outside the 9 to 5 box. Focus on escaping the cubicle mindset. Imagine saving time on travel, For some people, this can represent up to 2-3 hours a day ...
Views: 978(1 vote) - Career Change in an Economic Downturn - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinWhen a lot of the news about the economy is anything but positive, many people focus on making sure that there is stability in their lives. In an economic downturn, after all, there is ample stress about keeping the job that a person has - particularly in industries in which there are a number ...
Views: 977 - How Can I Become a Physical Therapist? - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Bob HartzellA physical therapist begins the first session with a patient by going through a diagnostic procedure. A patient may be referred to a physical therapist after surgery, after an injury or as the result of disease. The physical difficulty that the therapist is to treat may simply be caused by ...
Views: 977(1 vote) - How to Become a Digital Nomad: Practical Tips - by Submitted on May 30, 2019 from Arina KatrychevaYou can’t buy happiness, but you can always buy a plane ticket. And if you are secretly dreaming about buying a one-way ticket to Thailand, grabbing a backpack and never showing up at your cubicle anymore, probably it’s time to take the first step towards your dream. Usually, people don’t ...
Views: 977 - Is Going Worse Than Staying? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Bradley Ann MorganHow often have we heard ourselves, our colleagues or family state that they want a specific goal but never make that desire a reality? Are these just ‘pipe dreams’ or outcomes that would truly add value to our lives? And, why do we seem to be frozen in one place, not really advancing either in ...
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