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- Smart Women Love, Give……and Have Fears - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffThis morning, as I sit here at my desk looking out the window at a beautiful, sunny fall day, I’m a bit at a loss on how to begin this article. This article isn’t any different from the others I share with you each week. As usual, it’s about my own life and the reflections that I believe are ...
Views: 1104(3 votes) - Smart Women, Subways and Asking - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffRecently, our family took a trip to the "Big Apple" where we met up with my parents for a special vacation. It was lots of fun and we created a memorable experience. When traveling to a new city, it's exciting to think about all of the sights and adventures that you will experience. Knowing what ...
Views: 1084(4 votes) - STAR Interview Technique for Behavioral Job Interviews - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeEmployers want to know about more than just your skills and experience–they want to know how you’ll get along day-to-day. How will you react in stressful situations? What will you do when a customer gets cranky, or there’s some issue with the product? One way for hiring managers to get to ...
Views: 2328(1 vote) - Stay focused in your job search - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Dwain CelistanAs a retained executive recruiter, I read many resumes and speak to talented executives daily. One of their key challenges is to determine how they use their many talents and interests in the future career pursuits. While there is a desire to be broad and keep “all options open”, the better ...
Views: 1159(2 votes) - Stuck in Rut? Need a Change? Try Working With A Life Coach - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Janet McNallyIf you are looking for support in order to achieve your goals, a life coach is the best option. He will mentor you and show you the right path. Are you pondering on any of the following points as we fast approach 2010? * My plans never ever come to fruition * My brain generates ...
Views: 1235(3 votes) - Study Abroad Destinations - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2015 from mapmy studyChoosing a Destination for your higher studies depends on various categories. One looks for Quality Education, another for Economy & Job and one may look at a cost effective destination. Every student has the right to know the relevant information to select their study destination and this the ...
Views: 1332(1 vote) - Succeeding in your Bank PO interview – The Complete Guide! - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2018 from mahendra PingaleDone with your IBPS mains exams, and now preparing for Bank PO interview? This 15-20 minutes’ interview, will decide the fate of your dreams. We understand the value of this interview for you; hence, we bring you this guide, which will help to crack the Bank PO interview. Most of the candidates ...
Views: 649(1 vote) - Successful Resume Writing & Job Interview Tips - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2009 from Pamela WatsonHow many people enjoy writing a resume? Not many. And what about job interviewing? Again, not many. Job interviews can make you feel uncomfortable because interviews are designed to treat you as if you're a product that needs to be checked out like the tire of a new car. Secondly, resume writing ...
Views: 1029(2 votes) - Team Dynamics and Business GrowthSubmitted on May 28, 2010 from liz fletcherManagement theory boffin Dr. Meredith Belbin has identified the key roles which different personality types assume in the workplace that dictate team dynamics. Dr. Belbin’s team-dynamic research studies have revealed patterns of behaviour that help characterise a person’s effect on another team ...
Views: 2241(1 vote) - The 4 Things a Hiring Manager Looks For in a Candidate - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Peggy McKeeCandidates are always looking for the “secret” to what the hiring manager is really looking for, so that they can highlight those parts of their experience that will entice the manager into making the job offer. If you look at hiring across industries and job titles, the basic qualities all ...
Views: 1886(2 votes) - THE 5-LETTER WORD THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR YEAR AND FUTURE - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2009 from Aaron SchulmanTHE 5-LETTER WORD THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR YEAR AND FUTURE By Aaron Schulman: Long on Life This could be perhaps the most basic, but the most important letter you read all year, because it can turn a would-be bankrupt year into a profitable year, and a mediocre year into an exceptional ...
Views: 1097(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 ...
Views: 3353(1 vote) - The Most Important Value in Creating Wealth - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2010 from Todd SmithA close friend of mine called to tell me that his son regularly follows my posts. The other day his son said, “Dad, is the point Mr. Smith making a little thing or a big thing?” Well Ethan, today’s subject is a big thing. In fact, this lesson about personal integrity is as BIG as they ...
Views: 1537(4 votes) - The New Top 5 Resume Writing Rules - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2011 from Don GoodmanWhat used to work just doesn’t work in this market as the resume writing rules have dramatically changed. Seven years ago, when unemployment was 5% and LinkedIn and other tools weren’t prevalent you could get interviews with an older style resume. Today you must follow these 5 rules. 1. ...
Views: 1227(1 vote) - The Power of Personal Branding: How to Improve Your Company’s Bottom Line - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Brenda BenceLet’s face it: There are never enough hours in the day to get everything done – especially when you’re running a business. So, focusing on a topic like personal branding may end up at the bottom of your “To Do List.” Just how important is personal branding to the success of your overall business ...
Views: 1888(2 votes) - The Right Work Requires New Action - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Craig NathansonMeet Kyle Kyle is 42 years old, married with two small children 12 and 10. Kyle has worked the last 16 years in the financial services industry. Through hard work and long hours he is now a director at his firm making $125,000 a year. He leaves his house daily at 6:15 a.m. to get to his ...
Views: 1315(1 vote) - The top ten ways to be unhappy at work, especially after 40! - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Craig NathansonMost people are good at being unhappy at work There are so many people who are already unhappy at their work. So probably I don't need to teach them since they are already so good at this. But for those who want to change bad habits a reminder sometimes is a good idea. 1 Work for JUST the ...
Views: 2237(2 votes) - The Worst Cities to Relocate to During Your Job Search - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Ken SundheimThere are some cities that, despite a better hiring economy, lack any sort of competitive job market. Still, job seekers relocate to these metropolitan areas to beat the odds and, from what my recruiting firm has seen, regret the relocation significantly. While it is possible to find a sales, ...
Views: 1297(2 votes) - There are no secrets to success - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from Helen RobertsThe true formula to success, personal or professional, is seldom disclosed. Why? Is it because no-one really wants to acknowledge that there is no quick-fix to success, overnight success, or Success for Dummies guide. World renowned golf player Gary Player is known for saying: “The more I ...
Views: 1554(1 vote) - Three Very Common Resume Mistakes When Sending to Recruiters - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2012 from Ken SundheimWhile there are an abundance of resume mistakes that job seekers make when working with headhunters, there are a few that stand out. These include the following 3: 1. Thinking Outside of the Box When Applying to Corporate - The more corporate a company is, the less any job seeker wants to ...
Views: 1356(2 votes) - Tips For Acing Your Sales Presentation - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2010 from Ken SundheimTips for Acing your Sales Presentation Part of our job as sales recruiters is to support our candidates through the interviewing process. We understand that looking into the possibility of changing careers can be very stressful. Being able to interview well and give convincing presentations ...
Views: 1468(2 votes) - Tips for Getting Past the First Interview - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2009 from Heather EagarSearching for a job in a tough economy can be extremely challenging. This is especially true if it seems impossible to get past the first interview. Unfortunately, some people seem to have this sort of luck. So what can be done about it? Is there a secret to getting the employer of your choice ...
Views: 875(1 vote) - Tips for Increasing Your Odds of Career Success After College - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2011 from Ken SundheimSome Facts About the Correlation Between Future Success and Your College Education (from Warren Bennis' Becoming a Leader) - Many of our country's most successful people had liberal arts backgrounds. This includes roughly 38% of Chief Executive Officers and former Presidents such as Ronald ...
Views: 1055(2 votes) - Tips for Increasing Your Odds of Career Success After College: Part 2 - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2011 from Ken SundheimIn Tips for Increasing Your Odds of Career Success After College: Part 1, I discussed the truth about major and minor choice, and the importance of finishing school with a solid GPA, regardless of your field of study. It is also important to discuss certain skills you can concentrate on in ...
Views: 1062(2 votes) - Transform Past Failure into Future Success - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Sarah HathornWhether they are emerging leaders in a large corporation or solo entrepreneurs, almost everyone has experienced a painful career failure or two. The end of the year is always a great time to really look back over the past months and years with a view toward learning how to leverage past failure ...
Views: 1411(1 vote) - Transitions: Finding Comfort In The Middle - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2003 from Julie DonleyChange occurs constantly. Things move so fast today, people cannot keep up. With every change, there is a process that occurs. The process is called transition and there are three stages: an ending, middle and a new beginning. These stages can happen separately or simultaneously. Depending upon ...
Views: 1302(1 vote) - Treat Your Staff With Respect - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Andrew BaileyWe have all heard of the ancient saying “do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” I’m sure that where you work you see and hear managers abusing their staff everyday. Or worse still, you might be one of them. Worse again, you might not even realize you are doing it! There is no ...
Views: 4331(3 votes) - Using Attraction Principles to Build Your Business - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2014 from Kathleen GageTrends come and go. One day something’s hot, the next it’s not. Lately there’s been talk by millions of people about the law of attraction; think about what you want and it will manifest. Every month millions of dollars are spent on books, CDs, seminars, trainings and coaching sessions teaching ...
Views: 1393(1 vote) - Vocal Coaching Tips to Give YOU the Edge - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2009 from Kenneth EdenVocal Coaching Tips to Give YOU the Edge It amazes me how few singers appreciate the importance of correct breathing. If there is no breath there is no life. If there is no breath-there is no voice.!Simple as Simon. If you do not control your breath,you have a zero chance of making it as a ...
Views: 1427(1 vote) - What is and Why should I care about Behavioral Interviewing? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from James MalervyThroughout the years, hiring manages have used all types of techniques to eliminate candidates in an attempt to decide who is best competent for a job. A great deal has changed from the days when the job interviewers could ask anything they wanted to. With changes in laws regarding inequity, ...
Views: 1300(3 votes) - What Makes A Great Cover Letter - by Submitted on May 23, 2010 from Ruth BerryThere are various kinds of cover letters but you only need to use same guidelines in writing each article. The base of your cover letter will depend on how you put into writing your purpose, your motivation, your exuberance, your experience and your skills. Technically, it should present your ...
Views: 800(1 vote) - What to Keep In Mind When Choosing a Mentor for Your Career - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2009 from Peggy McKeeFinding a mentor can definitely help you advance your career, but there are several important points to keep in mind when choosing a career mentor. Usually people choose a manager, recruiter, or friend, but those choices might not be the best. A manager, for instance, might present a conflict ...
Views: 1540(1 vote) - What's the Secret for a Successful Job Interview? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeEveryone looking for a dream sales job wants a “secret weapon”—the edge that will make potential employers eager to hire him or her, and willing to bestow high salaries, benefits, and bonuses! In many cases, that weapon is the 30/60/90-day sales plan. What is it? It’s a written plan that ...
Views: 1829(1 vote) - What’s Your Edge? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Karen KleinwortFor all those who strive to be successful in their professional lives, whether they work for a corporation or they are an entrepreneur, there are a few things they (or should I say you) definitely need to have in order to achieve and keep their edge. Having a vision is critical to being able ...
Views: 1182(2 votes) - Why companies need to manage their data better - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2012 from Gautam SinghIf you would ask any Chief Information Officer (CIO) from anywhere around the word about what is one of the top issues that they are facing and they will tell you that it is managing their customer's data. Each company uses different products, methodologies, processes, resources to manage their ...
Views: 973(2 votes) - Why Successful Music Careers Aren’t Built Through Trial-And-Error - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2019 from Tom HessBuilding your music career through trial-and-error causes you to waste time on things that don’t matter and make poor decisions that prevent you from achieving your musical goals. When you mostly guess about what is best for building you music career, you end up believing in ...
Views: 567(1 vote) - Your Career Starts with a Resume - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Andy JobsThe job market is slow and with things seemingly bleak in the immediate future, great care must be taken at each step of the job application process. The resume is extremely vital in this process as it is the document that most employers use to determine whether or not to provide you with an ...
Views: 833(1 vote) - Your Self-Esteem is On The Rise - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Debbi DachingerYour Self-Esteem is On The Rise “This is what the secret of letting go is all about. First must come the understanding that we are still carrying around the accumulated defeats of a lifetime, and that these weary weights have only served to make us someone sorry, not someone special.” - ...
Views: 1190(3 votes) - How to Tell When Someone is Lying - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Ray GraggLying is stressful for the liar due to the individual’s need to monitor 1) their story, 2) eye contact, 3) facial expression, 4) tone of voice, 5) body position and movements, and 6) general attitude all at the same time. This multitasking makes it extremely difficult for anyone to keep track of ...
Views: 2066(9 votes) - Offshore Virtual Assistants May Actually Hurt Your Business - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Denise GriffittsMy motto is and will always be, “Do What You Love and Outsource the Rest!” Now that is an easy premise for me to put forth, but what does it actually mean to the entrepreneur who badly needs ongoing assistance to build and grow their business? As a business owner you realize by now that ...
Views: 2254(5 votes) - Common Sense Ideas to Build Your Professional Reputation - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Ken SundheimThere are certain business rules in existence that young, up-and-coming business professionals and entrepreneurs should do their best to abide by. Paying attention to and following these rules will inevitably make your career and business run more smoothly and successfully. Taking A Genuine ...
Views: 1322(4 votes) - DEVELOPING REFERRAL RELATIONSHIPS - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Dirk ZellerOnce you’ve received a referral, gathered information, and ranked the lead, it’s time to pick up the phone. The following advice and scripts will help you at each step of the lead-conversion process. Making first-time contact The first call is the hardest one. Until you make first contact ...
Views: 1284(8 votes) - A new view on Leadership - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2013 from Larry CraneLeaders exist in all walks of life. More importantly, everyone has the potential of acting in a leadership position. We can all be more successful by establishing a positive attitude and also by having an attitude of gratitude. Leadership includes vitality, charm, being flexible and also ...
Views: 1525(9 votes) - Choices and Decisions - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Terrianne SmallLife is About Choices and the Decisions We Make Life is like a road. There are long and short roads; smooth and rocky roads; crooked and straight paths. In our life many roads come our way as we journey through life. There are roads that lead to a life of single blessedness, marriage, and ...
Views: 2295(3 votes) - Ice Cream Flavors at Work - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Barbara WulfIt’s been a long day—started at 7:00 a.m. and finished at 5:30 p.m. My day? Helping human resources at a Fortune 500 company with notifications for the downsizing of production and salaried workers. So, how was your day? Some of us have had a day like this. Maybe you were notified once ...
Views: 1260(3 votes) - Are You Sabotaging Your Job Search? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinWhen you’re looking for a great opportunity - a chance to advance yourself within your field or a chance to find a completely different position over the course of your job search – one thing is certain: when you have goals for your job search, you are going to want to be sure that you are able ...
Views: 883(2 votes) - Brain Power-Mind Habit - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 from Clifford MacHanterToday’s aspect of relationship has different combination of characteristics as well as emotions that are mixed that makes every journey of love unique. Let me sight some simple description of some possible ideas on love aspect. Maybe one time you had found already the woman of your dreams. As ...
Views: 944(2 votes) - Get Into the Holiday Spirity For a New Job - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 from Sheryl DawsonWith unemployment at double digits throughout much of the country and with serious concerns about joblessness weighing on the nation, “job shopping is a holiday priority for many". Even though a layoff or job change can put a real damper on one’s Holiday spirit, now is not the time to slow down ...
Views: 681(2 votes) - Jumpstart Confidence in Business Presenting - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Milly SonnemanProjecting confidence can make any presentation a success. Your audience always can spot when you are confident. Use basic principals to be persuasive and confident. True confessions time. Corporate leaders around the world confess to a singular dread of presenting in front of groups. ...
Views: 820(2 votes) - Should Coaching be YOUR Next Career? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2009 from Cloe BlanchetI recently met a person who was interested in becoming a coach. They asked me if I was a coach. Then they asked me WHY I was a coach. I thought for a moment to ensure I was going to give a clear articulate answer. In this twenty-second moment of thinking, I kept trying to drill down as to the ...
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