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- Break out of the Work Mold and Start Living! - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2009 from Lily MarsSo many people have taken the courageous step to walk away from careers that no longer provide them with intrinsic or energetic rewards, literally choosing personal happiness and inner fulfillment over the need for a high paying job that leaves them emotionally bankrupt. For example, a ...
Views: 1248(2 votes) - Does Time spent = profit? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Jacque MillerAsk yourself if the time and effort a networking event is adding up to the investment in time and money that you are putting in to attend the event. If it isn’t you may need to eliminate that networking event or group from your calendar and find one that is going to glean more business profits ...
Views: 1248 - EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE - DOES YOUR THINKING HOLD UP UNDER PRESSURE? - by Submitted on May 07, 2013 from Alan KeyseI have been working with Emotional Intelligence (EI)* for many years. During my 3 decades as a sales executive I found it to be an invaluable asset, and more recently, in my role as a business and life coach, I have encouraged my clients to harness its huge potential. Put simply, EI enables ...
Views: 1248 - Improving Career Prospects Through Networking - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Richard NavinNetworking, both new media social networking and traditional face to face networking is one of the best ways to secure a new job. With so many people now unemployed or looking for a new job and so few vacancies out there if you are already known to the employer you will have a head start over ...
Views: 1248(1 vote) - What is Driving Your Success – Is It Inspiration or Programming? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Debbi DachingerBy Debbi Dachinger Joe Vitale said: “We’re either being driven by inspiration or programming.” When a dream or idea that excites us comes to us - we start with inspiration then many quickly move to programming. The inspired idea comes up first with a feeling of extreme pleasure and a ...
Views: 1248 - *** 12 Habits of Highly Effective Job Seekers in a Down Market - by Submitted on May 15, 2017 from Ford MyersEven in a down market, job seekers and employees are not powerless or without recourse. In fact, you have more control over your career circumstances than you might think. Over my 25 years of experience as an Executive Career Coach, I’ve developed 12 specific strategies and tactics that ...
Views: 1247 - How To Find Your Dream Job In 2013 - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2013 from Jessica SweetWant to know how to find your dream job in 2013? You've come to the right place! It's the time of year again when all of us resolve to quit this and start that. To be fitter, slimmer, and better looking. You're ready for change and that includes changing your awful job. If your ...
Views: 1247 - 10 Tips For Total Immersion In Presentation Skills Training - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Milly SonnemanHow can you get the most out of presentation skills training? Take a total immersion approach. Discover the 10 most important ways to get all the benefits of targeted training without leaving your home. For years, professionals have relied on their organizations to provide presentation ...
Views: 1246(1 vote) - How to have the Right Relationship and the Right work! - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Craig NathansonThe importance of the RIGHT relationship What happens to you when you have someone close in your life that you love and who loves you? Of course there are children, but in this article I am going to address your special relationship. It could be a spouse, partner, boyfriend, girlfriend or ...
Views: 1246 - How to Stop Sabotaging Yourself - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2014 from Cecile Peterkin“That’s too difficult, I can’t do that!”, “There’s no point in trying because I will fail anyway.” If you find yourself saying these things quite often, then you are someone whose personal mission is to destroy your own confidence in yourself. This isn’t unusual, though, because there are many ...
Views: 1246(1 vote) - Ethics Education for Yoga Instructors - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from John BirkEthics coaching is the most important part of any profession.Trade scholars will have to learn to morally do industrial,when coping with finances,bills,and employees.Medical doctors must take into account the ethics of healthcare and serving patients in some way that fulfills a moral legal ...
Views: 1245 - ***The Best Time to Update Your Resume - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Ford MyersSummer has traditionally been a fairly slow season for job seekers. In previous issues of “Your Career Advocate,” we’ve discussed how to take advantage of the “Summer Job-Search Doldrums,” and actually use this period to your advantage! Many clients have taken our advice to heart, and have ...
Views: 1244(1 vote) - Action Is Essential To Career Success - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Deborah Brown-Volkman, PCCAre you working on your career goals regularly or just thinking about them? Are you moving forward a little bit every day or waiting for the right time to begin? Goals don’t get realized on their own. They get completed and achieved when you are working on them. Work on your goals and you ...
Views: 1244 - DO YOU DO WHAT YOU KNOW YOU SHOULD? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Dirk ZellerMost Agents know deep down inside that they need to do a better job of prospecting in order to increase business. They know that true long-term sales success is built through the work of looking for new business, but they do not do the work. Unlike those Agents, if you want to succeed, you ...
Views: 1244(3 votes) - First - Examine Your Own Motivation - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Jack BassI begin the coaching sessions ( after background and introduction ) by seeking to have the client identify the issues that are holding him/her back from success.We have already agreed that success is our destination and this means personal as well as business success. Here is the opening ...
Views: 1244 - *** Thinking of Changing Careers? Here’s How to Get Started. - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2015 from Ford MyersIf you’re seriously considering making a career change, it will be important to go through some preliminary “internal exercises” to discover what type of role would be best for you. Here at Career Potential, LLC, we use at least seven exercises that are very powerful. These are explained in ...
Views: 1243 - *** “Red Flags” – Warning Signs to Watch-Out For in Job Search - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2016 from Ford MyersIn all my years of experience in the career services field, I have coached thousands of job seekers through their searches and career transitions. I have also worked as an executive recruiter, filling positions for corporate clients. I have seen the hiring process from the perspectives of ...
Views: 1243 - Personal Coach: 4 Things You Should Do to Improve Performance at Work - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2016 from Cecile PeterkinThere are many things you can actually do to improve your own performance at work. Basically, your success at work is determined mainly by your attitude and how you choose to spend your time. Below you will find simple ways to become a better performer at work. Set Priorities and Manage Them ...
Views: 1243 - Using Stumbling Blocks as Stepping Stones - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2013 from Mariano JaucoStrength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will. - Mahatma Gandhi, 1869-1948, Indian Political and Spiritual Leader _____ Everyone makes mistakes and the busier you are, the more mistakes you will make. The only question is “How well and how effectively do ...
Views: 1242 - Becoming a CNA by Acquiring CNA Certification - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Aaron DsouzaThere are a number of requirements and steps that you need to follow in order to acquire your CNA certification and become a good certified nursing assistant. You must first become certified to obtain a position as a certified nursing assistant. And, in order to enroll for the CNA certification ...
Views: 1241 - Tips from a Personal Coach on How to Stay Healthy with a Desk Job - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinMillions of employed individuals work at desk jobs that require them to sit almost the entire day while using their computers. While this kind of job seems really easy and not physically demanding, there are several ways it can also jeopardize the health of workers. If you want to stay ...
Views: 1241 - Working with an Agency / Recruiter / Headhunter - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Churchill BrookAs we discussed yesterday, not all vacancies are openly advertised and recruited for by the Company in question. Many start their journey with a recruiter or headhunter. Sometimes, typically if they are with an agency, they will be being advertised somewhere with the Company name omitted. If ...
Views: 1241(2 votes) - How do you answer if an interviewer asks what your career aspirations are? Aspiration The Child of INSPIRATION~ - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2012 from John G E FryeThis is an interesting question. Perhaps because using the word 'if' presumes that it is not certain that such an question will be asked at all. Are you therefore anticipating the question being asked? Or just covering all bases as part of your interview preparation? If I were the ...
Views: 1239(1 vote) - How To Create the Inner Happiness of Work-Life Balance - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2014 from Michael MantellRemember when the technology experts tried to sell us on the notion that all of their gadgets would free us up, give us more leisure time and make life so much more enjoyable? We've been fooled into thinking that being offered the opportunity to “telecommute,” or work from anywhere we choose, ...
Views: 1239 - Inclusion at work and why this is an important behavior for a manager - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from Craig NathansonPeople gain their self-esteem from their work Work takes up the majority of one's life. The contributions we make, the feedback we receive, the new opportunities – all contribute to our self-esteem. When people feel good about their work, they communicate better, establish better working ...
Views: 1239 - ***Good Perspective for Bad Times - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from Ford MyersThese are tough times to be sure. Just as a new President is about to be elected, the U.S. is experiencing the worst economy since the Great Depression. The stock market recently had the largest one-day drop in history. The shockwaves of the “credit crunch” are reverberating across the country ...
Views: 1238(2 votes) - Breathe New Life Into Your Resume - by Submitted on May 14, 2008 from Roxanne RavenelImagine that you are an employer that has recently run a print or online job ad. You are short-handed, behind schedule, and now find yourself inundated with hundreds of resumes in response to a single job opening. Your first priority is to begin eliminating applicants. But, there is no way you ...
Views: 1238 - Consider A Career In Nursing - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2012 from Ralph GomezIf you are thinking about what you want to do for a career, there are a number of reasons why you would choose one within the medical profession. After all, working in the medical field provides you with the ability to find a job in almost any location and regardless of what the economy happens ...
Views: 1238 - 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 - How Does Being a Traveler Make You an Ideal Job Candidate and Even a Personal Coach? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinIf there is one thing that you will not often see in a resume, that will be the travel history of an applicant. Now you may be wondering why being a frequent traveler is an advantage you can actually have over other job applicants. Read on to know why. Why Are Travelers Excellent Candidates ...
Views: 1238 - Phone Interviews: How to Put Your Best Voice Forward - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Don GoodmanMany employers have found a new way to save time screening applicants. Today, more employers are first resorting to a telephone interview before inviting a job candidate to an in-person meeting. With more applicants available for each opening, employers do not have the time to invest in a ...
Views: 1238 - Stretch Out of Your Comfort Zone: Top 5 Benefits - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Stefanie ZizzoThere are many benefits to stretching out of our comfort zones... here are just a few. Which ones speak to you? Build Confidence in Yourself How important is confidence in our quest for happiness and fulfillment in our lives? In my past, I had little confidence in myself. I was often fearful ...
Views: 1238 - *** Accomplishment Stories Your Most Powerful Tool to Get the Job Offer - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Ford MyersIn today's work-world, with high unemployment, limited job openings, and a challenging economy, it is critically important to learn how to articulate your value. You've got to "sell yourself" to the employer and differentiate yourself from other candidates. The best way to do this is to tell ...
Views: 1237 - Make Yourself Employable - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Krista MitchellThere has been a lot in the news lately about the long-term unemployed and how employers are discriminating against them. Why are they discriminating? They believe you are “unemployable”. They assume that if a hundred employers have already looked at you and passed over you for other more ...
Views: 1237 - ***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 - Angel Funding for Women and Minorities - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Kathleen SchulweisSeveral years ago, I was consulting an extremely bright woman who had a groundbreaking technology for which she was pursuing financing. Melissa appeared to have everything going for her; a solid education and a solid technology, which she was ready to turn into a business. Melissa had secured ...
Views: 1235(1 vote) - How Do YOU Define Success? - by If you asked me several years ago what the word success meant, I would have answered in a predictable way: Big paychecks. Personal Achievement. Recognition. I had much of what I thought success included at that point: a high-paying job, a nice house, cool vacations. Somehow, though, I was still ...
Views: 1235 - 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) - Am I ready? 3 Musts Before You Quit Your Job - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2015 from Porschia Parker-GriffinIt’s bad, really bad. You know that this job or career isn’t for you. It could be a nagging feeling, blatantly obvious circumstances, or negatively affecting your health. Maybe it’s so bad that all of your friends and family members know. Even though the writing is on the wall, you still ...
Views: 1233 - How To Be Blissfully (or at least Reasonably) Happy At Work - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2019 from Brad YatesBrad Yates www.tapwithbrad.com The ultimate goal in life is to feel good – to be happy. And since most of us are going to spend a great deal of our lives at work (even those of us who work from home), it would be great if we could allow ourselves to be happier at work. Unfortunately, ...
Views: 1233 - How to Negotiate Freelance Project Bids Via Instant Messengers - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Joy LynskeyOften when you have a career in home based jobs you will find yourself dealing directly with your clients. This can help to boost or add increasing harm to your reputation as a writer depending on your skills in dealing with social situations. Even if your conversations with a client is limited ...
Views: 1233 - I hate my job! 3 Questions For Being Successful in Your NEXT Position - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2014 from Porschia Parker-GriffinRecent surveys show that 70% of people hate their jobs and most are actively looking for another one! Putting aside all of the specific reasons and circumstances, that’s a whole lot of unhappy people. It’s natural for professionals to feel that way because many people are wrapped up in their ...
Views: 1233 - Three Reasons As To Why Freshers Jobs For IT In Pune, Chennai Or Hyderabad Are Flourishing - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Jenny christopherWhenever the students are thinking about jobs after passing graduation, the first thing that probably comes to their minds is going to cities like Chennai, Hyderabad or even Pune. What makes these cities the favourite haunt for job seekers is a blend of many reasons, all of which point out to ...
Views: 1233 - ***Leadership and Industry Transition - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from Ford MyersExecuNet (www.execunet.com) is recognized as the Internet's most comprehensive resource for effective career management, exclusively for executives and senior-level managers with salaries above $100,000. ExecuNet sometimes asks noted career experts to contribute opinions and information for the ...
Views: 1232(1 vote) - Dream up your dream job (Part 1 of 2) - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2010 from Jeri Hird DutcherWe spend at least eight hours per day working, some of us much more. We have every reason to want to enjoy the time. This and the following exercises will help you choose the best job for you, as long as you know the kinds of things you like to do. One caveat: If you're young enough that you ...
Views: 1232 - Why Should I Add Medical Transcription Editing to My Skill Set? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from Nancy HigginsWhoever coined the phrase “change is the only constant” was no less than a great visionary. For what is life if not a continuum of evolution? Everything – from the very cosmos we live in to our genetic makeup –keeps changing with time. Whether we do it with open arms or are forced into it, ...
Views: 1231 - Yuba City CDL Training - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2012 from Tony KinnearThe passport to a rewarding and exhilarating truck driving career in California is a commercial driver’s license (CDL) for which a trucking aspirant needs to sit for and pass the CDL test. The CDL test consists of two segments—a written test and a hands-on driving skills examination. A ...
Views: 1231 - *** Seven Truths of Career Success - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from Ford Myers1. The most qualified candidate does not necessarily get the job offer Many times, candidates with lesser qualifications get job offers simply because they’ve prepared and presented themselves in a more compelling way. They “package” themselves better, with an outstanding portfolio of career ...
Views: 1230(3 votes) - Career Success: 3 Tips To Kick-Start Your Job Hunt - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Beth Campbell DukeLife is too short to waste your time and energies with a job you don't love. And yet compared to the amount of time, money and effort we put into education and training, how much time do we really spend learning about what really drives us? Or about what job search strategies are most effective ...
Views: 1230 - How to Choose a Career Coach - by Submitted on May 16, 2007 from Denise TaylorYou have probably read the books but somehow you are no further forward in search for a career that makes you happy. Perhaps it is now time to find a specialist career coach to help you. Research shows that people who are most satisfied and motivated in their careers are people who have a ...
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