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Recipe for Success in the Free Agent Economy - by Howard Sambol- Don't Quit Your Day Job - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2007 from Bryan BensonSo many times, we run into rookies who are fed up with their regular 40 hr week job. After hearing all the stories of people getting rich with real estate, they are ready to throw in the towel on their regular job, tell their boss what they think of him, and jump full time into the business of ...
Views: 711 - Employing A Positive Employment Search - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2007 from David YuiFor many individuals, the idea of an employment search is one that can give rise to a feeling of unease. While the idea of searching through hundreds of job listings is daunting for some, others squirm at the idea of being under the microscope of one interview after another. Luckily, there are ...
Views: 861 - Walking Away From the Big Bucks in the Pursuit of True Balance - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2007 from Shann Vander LeekAny transition serious enough to alter your definition of self will require not just small adjustments in your way of living and thinking but a full-on metamorphosis. – Martha Beck Until late last year, my career had been dedicated to sales, mentoring, coaching and leading an ...
Views: 1053 - ***Are You Doing Something You Love Each And Every Day? - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2007 from Stacey MayoIt is easy to get caught up in the day-to-day stress of everyday life: deadlines to meet, schedules to keep, unexpected expenses, conflicts to resolve, illness of loved ones, to name a few. Amidst all this, it is easy to for me to lose sight of why I do what I do - my purpose for being. I ...
Views: 1723 - ***"Oblocks" To Living Out Your Dreams - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2007 from Stacey MayoWhat stops you from living out your dreams? Over the years, I have coached thousands of people in living out their dreams and have heard at least as many reasons why people don't believe they can make them happen. I have nicknamed these challenges "Oblocks" - obstacles that block us and occur as ...
Views: 1756 - ***Is "Earning A Living" Stopping You? - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2007 from Stacey MayoEvery year, people resolve that this year will be different: "This will be the year that I write that book, start that new venture, double my income, take more time off to spend with my family," and the list goes on and on. However, when people think about pursuing their dreams, they often ...
Views: 1493 - What's Really Stopping You From Finding Your Next Great Job? - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2007 from Marilyn TellezWhat’s Really Stopping You From Finding a Great Job? Here are my ideas as a career coach about how people stay stuck in not finding a job that utilizes their values, interests and skills. 1. It’s often because of low self-esteem. No one yet has devised a self-esteem meter, to measure ...
Views: 1096 - University Of Texas Professor, Turned Arbitrator-Mediator - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2007 from James ArmstrongOn a recent Southwest Airlines flight from Dallas to Oklahoma City, I happened to meet someone who is called into the situation only if there is a dispute between a labor union and management that cannot be resolved by the parties themselves. Yes, he belongs to an elite group of men and women ...
Views: 2466 - Sheri Tingey, Alaska Entrepreneur Extraordinaire - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2007 from James ArmstrongToday, Sheri Tingey, who is age 60, runs a family business called Alpacka Raft, which has created and built a series of ultra light, packable rafts for use in long distance backpacking and wilderness racing. Sometimes, a "new" business opportunity can begin with a challenge or a question from a ...
Views: 1892 - The Truth About Making A Meaningful Career Change - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2007 from Leanna FredrichI was working with a client who was completely burned out on her career and life and more then ready for a career change. As we were talking she said, "I just wish I had meaningful work. I don't feel like I am making a difference. I am just wasting my life." This is the theme I hear most ...
Views: 4125 - Toughing It Out On A Bad Job - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2007 from Marilyn TellezWhy Toughing It Out On a Bad Job Is a Bad Idea Let me take you, reader of this article, to find out why toughing it out doesn’t work, unless…. 1. You recognize that this is a great opportunity to know yourself at your best by keeping a journal; assessing your best transferable skills; ...
Views: 1410 - Ten Reasons Not To Make A Career Move Now - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2007 from Gwen JewettYou’ve been thinking about making a career move but keep wondering if it’s the right time, the right decision, the right direction. There are often many valid, wise decisions for taking a risk to gain something better. There are also reasons that it might be a bad choice, at least at the present ...
Views: 1262 - A Shift Will Happen In The Future - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2007 from James ArmstrongNo, it hasn't happened yet. But, the process has begun and it will continue as more and more employers of every possible description in America come to understand about the current and coming labor shortage in the United States. Here are the current facts. There is already a nationwide shortage ...
Views: 1764 - Career Descriptions: Billing, Posting Clerks And Machine Operators - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2007 from Connie LimonA more common name for billing, posting clerks and machine operators is “billing clerks.” Responsibilities include: • Compiling records of charges for services rendered or goods sold • Calculating and recording the amounts of these services and goods • Preparing invoices to be mailed to ...
Views: 1260 - Ready, Set, Go...Get Your Job Goals In Place - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2007 from Marilyn TellezReady, Set, Go—Get Your Job Goals In Place! What does it really take to set a job goal? Here are my two most important ideas. One is to know yourself well. Two is to know what your transferable skills are. If you’re willing to take any job, that is not a good job goal. (We all know that, I ...
Views: 2009 - How To Make A Career-Change Plan That Works! - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2007 from Leanna FredrichIn my Life Coaching Business I often see clients who after a few minutes of talking tell me what career they would love. They really are not confused about what they want to do instead they are afraid to go after their dream or they don't know how or perhaps a combination of the two. It is ...
Views: 1683 - Career Changes – Questions To Ask Yourself Before You Make Your Move - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Kris PlantrichExtensive thought should always be given to the expectations and ramifications of a career change. Whether you are an entry level professional or have been working for decades, a career change can result in major life changes. Although I heartily agree that you should love what you do, careful ...
Views: 1966 - How To Find A Career You Love - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2007 from Andrew RondeauCan you really find a career you love? Is it really possible to wake up on a Monday morning and WANT to go to work? If you believe the results of a recent 2007 survey by US based "The Conference Board Inc." it's not very likely. The survey revealed that more than 50% of the workforce is ...
Views: 3999 - Network Your Way To Your New Job - Using Three Easy Techniques - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Kris PlantrichNetworking is the new buzz word – it’s everywhere these days. It used to be known by catch phrases like, “It’s not what you know – but who you know” or being part of “The Good Ol’ Boys Club”. Business-focused networking today can really be a powerful career management tool but it takes time and ...
Views: 1267 - DID YOU KNOW? - 10 Effective Job Search Tips - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Kris PlantrichHere is a list of not so common job search tips that you can use to your advantage to get noticed and be as productive as possible during your search. The important thing to remember is to conduct your job search like a job. Work at it every day, develop a plan and stick to it and don't forget ...
Views: 1844 - 7 Ways to a Successful Psychic Reading - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Psychic GraceSeven Ways to a Successful Psychic Reading A psychic reading is an open channel of energies between yourself and your psychic. Consequently, your attitude and approach to the reading is as important as the psychic reader's intention. 1. Have a list of questions ready for the reading. It ...
Views: 1719(1 vote) - Job Market Strategies for New Graduates - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Kris PlantrichIt’s that time of the year again when colleges let out and newly graduated young adults receive their diplomas. They will enjoy a well deserved, long hot summer and then realize “I’ve graduate - now what? I don’t know what to do next!” A little daunted with the realization that now they need to ...
Views: 1292 - Keeping Resumes Relevant Using Certified Writers - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Kris PlantrichWorking with new clients on a regular basis keeps me energized. I love learning about their different careers and the paths they have followed up to the point of meeting me. While becoming acquainted with them, getting a feel for what their objectives are, and reviewing their old resume, almost ...
Views: 1378 - Looks Do Matter in the Non-Verbal Communications of an Interview - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Kris PlantrichPeople spend huge amounts of time preparing for upcoming events, finals in college, big presentations at work, or planning for a wedding. But when it comes to preparing for an interview for a position they will be spending at least a third of their lives every week at, most people take little ...
Views: 1480 - 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: 1340 - Can't You See I'm Working? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from C.J. HaydenFor many working parents, telecommuting or a home business may seem like the answer to your prayers. You want to have more time with your kids and greater flexibility, so you take the leap, install a second phone line, and set up a computer in the dining room. But the first thing you may ...
Views: 1430 - 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: 1333 - Cool off to avoid the line of fire - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Cathy GoodwinHave you ever had a bad day, when everything went wrong from the moment the alarm didn't go off, your ten-minute commute grew to thirty minutes due to a freak accident, you couldn't find the notes you needed for a meeting? On those days you are also likely to collect traffic tickets, insults ...
Views: 1551(1 vote) - Intuition: The Secret to Your Career Success - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Michelle CastoFor far too long, we moderns have relied on our analytical/logical brain to make important life decisions. It is my belief that our imaginative/creative brain holds the key to better, smarter and more soulful decisions. This is because the right side of the brain, which loves creativity---taps ...
Views: 2619(1 vote) - The 6 Stages of Modern Career Development - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Michelle CastoCareer experts say that people will change careers (not jobs) 5-7 times in a lifetime. This being true, career management is an important life skill to develop and cultivate. There are six stages of modern career development: Assessment, Investigation, Preparation, Commitment, Retention, and ...
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