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- OCCUPY WALL STREET PROTESTERS DESTROY THEIR JOB HUNTING PROSPECTS - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Michael MercerOCCUPY WALL STREETERS INJURE THEIR CAREER & JOB OPPORTUNITIES Occupy Wall Street protesters will have a hard time job hunting and getting jobs! Reason = They display many behaviors employers NEVER want in people they hire. How can protesting in Occupy Wall Street result in harming ...
Views: 1059 - Career Change after 40 - How to Market your Experience - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Cecile PeterkinMaking a career change over 40 isn’t any easier than it was in your 20s or 30s. Whether your decision is based on your desire to finally pursue your dreams or a need to find a new career path due to an ever-shrinking market or faltering industry, making a career change in mid-life can leave ...
Views: 1417 - Online Customer Service Resume Templates for Resume Writing - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Sandy DsouzaCustomer service agent is the person providing necessary solutions to the queries of the clients. They generally do not communicate with the clients face to face, but remain online and provide online assistance. If you are an experienced customer service agent and wish to apply for the job in ...
Views: 2083(1 vote) - Answers to the Most Frequently Asked Resume Questions - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Krista Mitchell1. Does my resume really need to be one page? No. The length should be as long as it takes to briefly describe your skills, education, and experience, and accomplishments which are relevant to the job for which you are applying; however, try to keep it two pages or less or you risk not having ...
Views: 1196 - Adapting to the New Face of Employment - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Krista Mitchellcompanies are more and more often using innovative strategies to cut costs with employees. Businesses remain insecure about the economic market, and the costs employers are skimping on are benefits packages and salaries. In order to do this, they have devised several tactics, and if you close ...
Views: 1309 - ***Bad Boss Series: What To Do When The Boss – Takes Credit For Your Work? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Dorothy Tannahill-MoranAmong the many things that bad bosses have been known to do is to take credit for your hard work or ideas. You don’t like it when a peer does it, but with that group, you feel you might have some recourse to stifle what they’re doing. What do you do when a boss does it? The line between a ...
Views: 3006(2 votes) - ***Bad Boss Series: What To Do When The Boss – Hovers Over You? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Dorothy Tannahill-MoranThis bad boss is sometimes known as the “helicopter boss”. They seem to have nothing better to do than to lurk over your shoulder while you’re trying to get your work done. To add insult to this, they may nit-pick and even rework what you’ve done. It leaves you wondering why they hired you in ...
Views: 2081 - How to Find a Nursing Job - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2011 from Adam RushWith the economy in its current state, it has become difficult for people to find work, no matter what profession you are. In a competitive field like nursing, it is especially complicated, because so many are applying for the same position. So, how can you make yourself stand out against your ...
Views: 591 - Tips on Running a Business - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2011 from Jeanine DoyleRunning a successful business often means that it is not only necessary for you to be able to handle things as they arise but that you often protect yourself as much as possible before they take place. For that reason, it is often necessary for you to hire an attorney and have them available for ...
Views: 796 - 5 Reasons Your Resume Isn't Getting Read - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Krista MitchellHave you applied for countless job vacancies only to receive silence in return? There are a few common blunders people make that cause employers to toss their resumes after only the first few sentences. Read on to be sure you aren’t committing these resume crimes: 1. Your resume is not ...
Views: 1165 - How to Deal with Gaps in Your Work History - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Krista MitchellMaybe you took time out from your career to raise children. Maybe you resigned your last job to commit yourself full-time to your college studies. Perhaps you have been ill or caring for an ill parent who no longer needs your help. Whatever the reason, you’re now ready to throw yourself back ...
Views: 1054 - How to Write a Resume for the Job Boards - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Ken SundheimWrite A Resume for Both Hiring Managers and Search Engines Upon approaching the formulation of their sales resume, many job seekers write the document only considering the needs of 1/2 of their targeted audience. The goal of writing your resume geared towards both the human editor and the ...
Views: 910(2 votes) - How to write a resume for international job? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Sandy DsouzaThe resumes for jobs in foreign countries need special attention. It is important to know the conventions, business terms and other cultural differences before you write the resume for such jobs. The basic purpose of the resume is to get you to the interview round. When you write the CV for any ...
Views: 1884(1 vote) - Circulation: What Makes the World Go Round - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2011 from Renee BarnowThe wheel. The body’s blood system. The seasons of the year. They each represent circulation of energy. This circulation affects every aspect of our personal and business lives. This past month reminded me again that the circulation of energy is often physically embodied in money. Investing ...
Views: 963 - How to get a job in the mining industry - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2011 from garry robbinsThey say most of the jobs are not with the major mining companies but contractors and supply firms. It also means not all mining jobs will require workers to live in rural areas. But with most mines located outside the metropolitan area, and in particular BHP Billiton preferring most of ...
Views: 906 - Develop a Procurement Plan—Plan Procurements - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2011 from Sarah RyanPROJECT SCOPE STATEMENT COMPONENTS providing technical issue information to the Plan Procurements process include: project needs and strategies lists of deliverables acceptance criteria for the project, products, services, and results THE PROJECT SCOPE STATEMENT, WBS, and WBS DICTIONARY ...
Views: 792 - Mid-Life Career Change - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2011 from Helen RobertsMid-Life Career Change At the age of 40, Grant was a school teacher who merely existed from one day to the next. He didn’t dislike his chosen career path, but was becoming increasingly frustrated. The frustration made him feel irritable and he took it out on the people closest to him, ...
Views: 1440 - 10 Tips to Network Successfully and Get Great Results - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2011 from Paige Stapleton and Brian StarkNetworking is such a crucial element in building your business and there are some traps you can easily fall into that can make it less than effective for you and your business. We have put together 10 simple tips that can help you make the most out of your networking opportunities, and create ...
Views: 857(1 vote) - How to Bring Your Humanity into the Workplace - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from Cynthia KivlandWithout work all life goes rotten- but when work is soulless, life stifles and dies. ─ Albert Camus Business owners, leaders and CEOs everywhere are talking about the search for humanity in the workplace. These global leaders are examining the role of true meaning and purpose, both on an ...
Views: 2936 - Adaptability: How to Survive in Today’s Business Climate - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from Marshall BrownThere’s no getting around the news—foreclosures, bailouts and breathtaking stock market swings. It’s real. It’s upon us. It can be scary. Though we can’t control the economy, we can control our perception (and reaction) to it. Every crisis creates a positive by-product—opportunity. It’s more ...
Views: 976 - Importance of Professional Resumes - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from David GillonFinding a suitable, satisfying and financially rewarding job is quite a challenge, especially in today’s tough economic times. The number of job seekers far outnumbers the limited number of vacancies. The extremely cut-throat market makes it imperative to set yourself and your credentials apart ...
Views: 747 - 7 Tips to Building your own Personal Brand - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from Anne GallowayPersonal branding is more than just what you do – it is about what is uniquely you and what sets you apart from everyone else. So why do you need a Personal Band? A strong Personal Brand can help you to get more customers, develop your career or just better represent yourself on social ...
Views: 901 - If “Business” is Your Life Purpose Mastering Money, Commitments and Time Are Essential to You - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from Rosemary HeenanThe middle finger is named after Saturn, the mythical god and planet that rules responsibility, structure and integrity. This purpose centres on commitments, both to yourself and with others. You will need to ensure you evaluate contracts carefully before you commit in order to ensure you can ...
Views: 975 - Important Skills for Customer Service Resume Templates - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from Sandy DsouzaThe job of a customer service executive includes assisting the clients as per their needs and providing them online assistance. When applying for this position, it is important to highlight the necessary skills expected by the hiring managers for better impact. Knowing that resume is the only ...
Views: 3447(1 vote) - Leader – The Big Picture Purpose - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from Rosemary HeenanLeaders are visionaries. They see the world as it could be and inspire others to work toward that vision. In my lifetime there have been many powerful leaders who ignited movements to change the world. Think Martin Luther King, Mahatma Gandhi, the early feminists. All have inspired people to ...
Views: 945(1 vote) - Trusting What You Get - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Sue FrederickHow often have you ignored a hunch? Dismissed an intuitive feeling or a pre-cognitive dream? Each time you ignore your inner knowing, you weaken its voice within you. Your intuition is like a muscle; the more you use it, the stronger it gets. The less you use it, the weaker it gets. When I ...
Views: 784 - The Next Possible Thing; Acting From Intuition - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Sue FrederickYou woke up this morning with a new idea. You marinated in it before getting out of bed. You asked yourself, is this the time to follow that dream? There has never been a greater time to follow that dream than now. When the conventional rules of career come crashing in around us, we emerge ...
Views: 946 - Step Into the Unknown... - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Sue FrederickYou know what you came here to do. It's the big dream that you haven't shared with anyone yet - but you've dreamt it over and over again for many years. You know you're here to help people and to make money. You have all the skills and experience you need to manifest this work successfully. ...
Views: 910 - START YOUR CAREER WITH ONLINE ACCOUNTING DEGREE - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from isra vangThere are no doubts that Science and technology have been closely associated with our lives. The elements that is essential for the overall progress of our society, wherein for instance the way the internet have changed our life. Internet has made our way of living simple and easy even when ...
Views: 414 - Computer Networking Courses are highly beneficial - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Aliya SenWith the immense demand of the IT industry, a large number of people are flocking towards this field since it is extremely productive, pays good returns and it is highly rewarding. A number of job opportunities have opened up and thus providing people with better employment opportunities than ...
Views: 708 - Holiday Social Events--Do It With Pizzazz! - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from Rita RockerHoliday Business Social Events - Do It With Pizzazz! How you speak, look and act at social events can have consequences on your career. Holiday parties are one of the most important places where executives and managers are rubbing elbows and where you may be seen by individuals that you may not ...
Views: 1238 - Use Internet to find the right education institution - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from simran raiOnce Horace Mann said, “A human being is not attaining his full heights until he is educated.” Every human being is required to be educated in order to lead a present day life. Education has become an inevitable part of life. Schooling, graduation and master’s degree make a great deal of impact ...
Views: 550 - Maximizing Success with Project Management Courses - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from David AlexanderMany large and medium-sized companies rely on project management system to ensure that their goals are met. This is not surprising since the method is deemed to be very effective, particularly when the project managers employed are competent. Hence, many project managers think of ways to boost ...
Views: 440 - ***Realize Your Dream Job in 2012 - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from Anastasia MontejanoWhere can your dreams take you in 2012 if you allow yourself to take one inspired step at a time? You have a unique gift to share with the world. The question we often grapple with is "how to get that gift out of our hearts and into the world"? Though we're all capable of making the ...
Views: 1235 - Avoiding the Career Crisis Cycle - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Renée HasseldineIf you're spending your life in the rat race, there will be times when the lack of fulfillment reaches a “crisis” point. For example, feeling depressed or stressed... Or, if you are faced with a significant life challenge, the emotional strain will feel like a crisis. For some people, a ...
Views: 865 - How to Get Promoted By Thinking Like the Boss - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Lauren StillWhen you want to get a promotion or move to the next level in your organization, it is critical to position yourself as a strong candidate for the role. Just being good at your current job isn’t enough. Consider what your boss or the hiring manager looks for when deciding who to promote, and ...
Views: 962 - Simple Tips on How to Apply for A Job and Be Hired - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from susan wallaceSimple Tips on How to Apply for A Job and Be Hired There is always a first time in everything that we don, even in applying for a job. This job may be your dream job, or just a stepping stone on your level up for the next career, but still, it is important that you put your best foot forward ...
Views: 646 - Geometry Tutor and Pre-Algebra Tutor in San Diego - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Tutortutor orgIf a student is struggling in a particular subject or wish to improve their general skills for study, tutoring sessions are designed as necessary. Our teachers are a strategic approach for tutoring where students are taught learning strategies necessary for a particular topic. Mathematics is ...
Views: 934 - San Diego Math Tutor - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Tutortutor orgMath is the toughest subject in the world. The formulae and the equations are very difficult to understand. But, somebody claims that this is the easiest subject in the world. So, is there any reality behind these statements? And if, what is the secret then? This is the common question ...
Views: 834 - Helping a Teenager to Choose the Right Path - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2011 from Roman Soluk“What do you want to be when you grow up?” As a teenager you tend to hear this question a lot. You may also be asking yourself the same questions. You may find that you are sitting around one day minding your own business when another questions flits through your brain. You, and only you, get to ...
Views: 1406 - You Can Completely Learn French Effectively - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2011 from rongfat chettNowadays technology advances rapidly, the world tends to communicate with each other closely. So speaking a common language tends to be a new demand for the people all over the world. However, this is not realistic, you at least need to master two or three foreign languages as your second ...
Views: 1256 - Money, Kudos and Other People's BS - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2011 from Renée HasseldineBy choosing to make conscious career decisions now, you can ensure that the next step you make in your career, will be an enjoyable and fulfilling chapter in your career journey. Part of this process is being very clear about what you are truly passionate about, what really motivates you and ...
Views: 923 - Professional Training Centre Develops Helicopter Flying Skill To The New Comers - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Smart BrownWe all have a passion for the new. This passion for new leads to our hobbies; hobbies are something for which we all are having love in our mind. Different people are having different hobbies such as painting, reading, singing, dancing etc. They are the best partner in our when we are alone; ...
Views: 771 - Reasons for Taking an Algebra Course Online - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2011 from Sally BickerstaffCollege algebra courses are probably the most dreaded requirement that students must fulfill. Research has shown that only 1 out of 10 college algebra students continue classes in mathematics during their college careers. That statistic is the same for those who are actually pursuing a degree ...
Views: 1362 - Tips to Design Syllabus for Both Online and On-Campus C# Courses - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2011 from Monty SinghA syllabus sets the stage for course development and management. The construction of a well-defined syllabus makes the development and management of online or on-campus C# courses much easier. Both face-to-face and c c++ courses online should include instructor information, course ...
Views: 650 - Becoming a Workplace Warrior - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Marshall BrownAnother day, another deadline. You gulp caffeine and forge ahead, like the steadfast worker you are. A good soldier never gives up the fight, right? Only if you view work as a battleground. There’s a decisive difference between soldiering on, gamely shouldering the workload you’re ...
Views: 839 - Prepare Yourself for the Offbeat Question - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Don GoodmanDoing well in a job interview is the result of many things, ranging from the first impressions you make with your physical appearance (body language) to how well you communicate and respond to questions. There are the predictable questions, such as “What are your greatest strengths/weaknesses?” ...
Views: 1293 - Live Your Best Life, NOW! - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Helen RobertsWhen last did you look forward to getting up for work in the morning? Better still, when last did you not experience that knot in your stomach on a Sunday evening as you began to dread the Monday grindstone? Is it just me or do you get the feeling that something is wrong with this ...
Views: 1483 - Begin A Satisfying New Career In Catering - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from James WardIf you have been deliberating on a new occupation within catering for some time now then paying a visit to this online catering job agency will show a plethora of both food catering and hospitality jobs spanning just about every sector of the industry. Regardless of if it’s a sous chef placement ...
Views: 452 - Interior Designer Salaries - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Josh BrunsonBefore I begin delving into the salaries of interior designer, let me make one fact apparent. An interior designer and an interior decorator are two different professions. There are many people under the notion that they are one and the same and this is false. An interior designer does a lot ...
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