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- ***90 Day Interview Plan - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2014 from Peggy McKeeA 90 Day Interview Plan is also known as a 90-Day Plan, a Business Plan, or a 30-60-90-Day Plan. Whatever you call it, the point is that it’s a plan—a plan for how you will attack your new job in the first 90 days of employment. Having a plan, or a strategy, in place helps you show your true ...
Views: 2266(1 vote) - ***Be a Chest Talker and Watch What Happens When You Speak! - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2011 from Nancy DanielsDo you find that people do not pay as much attention to you as you might wish? Does you voice trail off at the end of your sentences, leaving your listeners struggling to understand what you are saying? Maybe the sound of your voice is strident and irritating or perhaps you speak so softly ...
Views: 6429(1 vote) - ***Good Diction Could Be the Deciding Factor in Who Gets the Job - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2011 from Nancy DanielsToday, good diction is on the decline. We are a nation of people who mumble, speak too quickly, or are generally too lazy to make the effort to speak clearly. In addition, we are the world’s largest melting pot with millions of people whose accent may be difficult to understand. If you ...
Views: 4100(1 vote) - ***The Advantages Of Making A First Impression That Is Just Adequate. You Can Still Score - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2014 from Frank HealyYou hear about it all the time. First impressions are lasting impressions, you only get one chance to make a good first impression. Nobody will know how good you are unless you make a good first impression on them. Unfortunately most people see themselves as not good at making a first ...
Views: 7047(1 vote) - ***The Value of Good Diction in Business Today - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2011 from Nancy DanielsHave you ever noticed when watching a movie or a primetime television show that you can always understand the diction of those actors in which English is not their ‘mother tongue?’ We see and hear actors with German, Spanish, French, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arab and African accents, ...
Views: 3073(2 votes) - ***What To Do When Your Job Search Sucks - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2014 from Peggy McKeeIf your job search sucks, it's probably the result of one of 3 things: You can't find good jobs to apply for You can't get interviews for jobs you are interested in You go to interviews, but you don't get job offers If you want to find great ...
Views: 2213(1 vote) - 10 Mistakes That Can Ruin Any Interview - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Don GoodmanYour cover letter and resume has made a positive impression on a potential employer and they’ve called you in for an interview. Now you need to ensure the employer stays impressed with you and your potential in their organization. There’s an old saying that first impressions count – and ...
Views: 1276(1 vote) - 10 Phone Interview Tips to Get to the Face-to-Face - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Peggy McKeeBefore you get to go to the face-to-face interview, you’ll probably have to go through a cheaper, easier (for them) phone interview to prove you are worth the time, trouble and expense of a longer conversation. Here are the top phone interview tips to make sure you get your chance to prove your ...
Views: 2079(2 votes) - 10 Tips to Close Your Teaching Interview with Professionalism - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Candace DaviesSo your interview is coming to a close and you are relieved to finally be out of this intense situation. However, you want to leave a positive and lasting impression. That is why you must not walk out of that room without forgetting to do these ten things: 1. Highlight your teaching strengths ...
Views: 1138(1 vote) - 120 Seconds is All You Have to Ace the Interview - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Don Goodman120 seconds. That’s how long it takes for an interviewer to decide whether they want to hire you or not. First impressions set the tone for the interview and in the majority of cases, once that impression is set, it is not usually turned around. Here are some important tips you can use to ensure ...
Views: 1605(1 vote) - 3 Most Important Things to Do in a Job Interview - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Don GoodmanA job interview can be a nerve-racking experience, especially when you have been removed from the job market for an extended period of time. It is one thing to sell on paper with the resume and another thing to sell in person at the interview. Regardless of whether you have been out of a job ...
Views: 1623(1 vote) - 3 Things to Build Rapport During Job Search - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Ken MooreRapport means making a connection. You can connect on many levels. The interview is to backup your resume and make a stronger connection about your ability to produce future results. It's also to see how you will fit in with the rest of the staff and work environment. Balancing Act You ...
Views: 1965(1 vote) - 3 Tips on Resumes to Avoid Appearing Overqualified - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Don GoodmanEven when you have the education and professional background to qualify for the job, don’t count on it as a sure win that you will be asked to come in for an interview. In fact, your qualifications may hinder your chances. It’s very common in today’s market for employers to dismiss a job ...
Views: 1524(2 votes) - 3 Typical Interview Questions and How to Answer Them to Get the Job - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2012 from Peggy McKeeSome questions will get asked in every job interview. But just because they're standard questions doesn't mean you have to give a standard answer. You can give a standout response with just a little coaching. I'm going to tell you how to answer 3 typical job interview questions: Why do you ...
Views: 2333(1 vote) - 4 Ways to Avoid Looking Like a Job Hopper on Your Resume - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Don GoodmanWhen an employer scans your resume for 20 seconds, what will they see? If you have had a series of jobs lasting 1-2 years, then you may look like a job hopper and these are big red flags on your resume. Securing a candidate takes time and money for employers, so a candidate that has a record ...
Views: 1426(1 vote) - 5 Job Hunting Tips for College Graduates - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Michael MercerUnfortunately, job hunting for recent college graduates can feel tough. Fortunately, here is immediately useful job hunting advice or tips to help the job seeker get a job. 1. Volunteer Problem: Job hunters find it hard to get a job without experience – but it is hard to get experience ...
Views: 1532(1 vote) - 5 Phrases Job hunters Never Should Use - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Michael MercerImportant job search advice: Job hunters must avoid using five phrases when communicating with potential employers in job interviews, phone calls, and letters. Job seekers who use these phrases risk appearing lazy or ludicrous and, worst of all, reduce the likelihood they will get job offers. ...
Views: 1393(2 votes) - 5 Tips on Investing Money Wisely and How Subliminal Messages Can Help - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. One of the best and fastest ways to make your wealth grow is by investing money. Despite many people’s efforts to save money by working on a monthly basis, that’s the longer way to get rich. So if you want to get rich, you need the courage to ...
Views: 1154(1 vote) - 8 Tips for Conquering a Teacher or Administrator Panel Job Interview - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2010 from Candace DaviesInterviews can be nerve-wracking enough with just one person asking questions, but what about with a whole committee or panel? Do not let numbers scare you. You and the interviewers are there for the same purpose – they want to know if you will be the correct fit for their school district, and ...
Views: 1440(1 vote) - A Recruiter’s Viewpoint of our Educational System - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2010 from Michael HayesAs a staffing company owner over the past seven years, I have had a unique vantage point to learn about the problems people face in the ‘New” workforce. I use the word ‘New’ because many businesses have learned to do the same amount of work with far less employees because of the weak economy. ...
Views: 872(1 vote) - Applying Online For A Job Is Not An Effective Job Search - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Peggy McKeeHow many jobs have you applied for online? How many job offers have they gotten for you? It would be my educated guess that the answer is zero. Don’t worry—you’re not the only one. Online job applications are probably the most common, yet least effective, job search effort. Why isn’t ...
Views: 1878(1 vote) - Avoid Hiring The Wrong Person - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2021 from Aggy ZawadzkaAll organizations, regardless of their size, could use a refresher course in hiring. Even experienced human resources professionals will benefit from a few reminders about good hiring practices. No matter how many individuals your organization has hired over the years, bad hires still happen. ...
Views: 676(1 vote) - Bill Glazer’s - Secret Tool - The Make it Go Switch - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2010 from Albert Melo1000+ Entrepreneurs through all avenues of life and 20+ Countries Worldwide went to the Yearly Marketing and money Producing Super Conference, managed by Marketing Legends, Bill Glazer as well as Dan Kennedy in Dallas, Tx this end of the week. Vips showing only at that years Super Conference ...
Views: 2872(4 votes) - Can you find the information to complete the 30/60/90-day plan? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Peggy McKeeYes, you can. There are all kinds of resources online for you to tap into: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, corporate websites, and Google. Your network can come in pretty handy here, too. If for some reason there’s a lack of information online (like maybe it’s a smaller company) and you ...
Views: 1893(1 vote) - Changing Careers? How Can You Get An Interview? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Peggy McKeeChanging career fields can be daunting, especially in this economy when so many experienced candidates are competing for the same jobs. It can be hard to even land an interview—much less get an offer. However, with the right strategy, it’s possible for you to land the interviews you need and ...
Views: 1940(1 vote) - Choosing the Right CRM Software Tool for Your Business Startup - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2015 from Maryann WilsonIf you are starting a small business enterprise of your own, having a CRM tool can go a long way in developing a good working relation, not only with the customers, but also among the employees. However, choosing the right CRM tool is critical and no mean task, more so due to the wide range of ...
Views: 1286(1 vote) - Closing Your Business? Use Your Skills to Get a Great Sales Job! - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Peggy McKeeAre you closing your business? Whether the economy affected your decision to close, or whether you’re just ready for a change, the skills and accomplishments you’ve accrued throughout your time as a business owner can translate very well into a successful sales role for you! Many of the ...
Views: 1948(1 vote) - Common Job Interview Questions To Prepare - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Dingane .Getting it right at a job interview is crucial if you want to stand a good chance of getting the job. Chances are that there are multiple candidates being interviewed and you are "just another candidate" unless you do something to stand out. The good news is that there are some common job ...
Views: 1031(1 vote) - Complicated Interview Queries Suggestions On how to Respond to Interview Inquiries - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2013 from Anita DevisMaking ready for interview questions is never effortless, particularly when you have no clue what inquiries you are most likely to be requested. Competency dependent job interview queries are being employed an increasing number of by companies who would like to evaluate your outlook and mind-set ...
Views: 2162(1 vote) - Confidence Versus A "Confident Image" - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Christopher EdgarI’ve been doing a lot of speaking recently to groups of job-seeking professionals, and predictably I tend to get questions about dealing with job interview anxiety. But if I get the chance to explore the issue more deeply with people, I often find that they’re not really interested in ...
Views: 1061(2 votes) - Currency Trading Exposed!! - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Dan ThompsonAn accessible introduction to trading currencies While the Foreign Exchange (Forex) market can be a very profitable place, you must have a firm understanding of how to operate within this environment if you intend on achieving any success. That's why you need Getting Started in Currency ...
Views: 1301(1 vote) - Exactly how Did Attraction Marketing Produce No Excuses Summit? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Albert MeloNo Excuses Summit had been undoubtedly the largest and badest occasion ever locked in our illustrious business of on the internet and multilevel marketing. In the event you find the origins from the good results of 99% percent of all the experts and also the rising future frontrunners in our ...
Views: 1272(1 vote) - Expansion of Student Skills for Academic and Professional Success - by Submitted on May 06, 2019 from Saurabh GuptaNon-educational capacities are as fundamental as scholastic abilities and both fill in as a help in a mind-blowing voyage. As we would already be able to encounter as a piece of the twenty-first-century populace, the world we live in is developing and progressing drastically with the moving of ...
Views: 1103(1 vote) - Following Up After Your Job Interview: A Step-By-Step Strategy - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Peggy McKeeIn the best possible world of job interviews, you asked about how well you did and what the next steps are during your conversation with the hiring manager and you got a clear answer on when a decision would be made and what to expect. But, maybe you didn’t ask, or maybe they put you off and ...
Views: 1674(1 vote) - Give a great interview and get that job! - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Nicki ParkerInterviews are often the sticking point when it comes to being successful in job applications because it’s easy to see them as scary, daunting and as a minefield of dangers to be crossed before making it out of the interview room again. This is especially true if you’ve never had an interview ...
Views: 973(1 vote) - How Can You Jumpstart Your Job Search? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Peggy McKeeIf you’re not experiencing the success you want in your job search, you’re not alone. This is a tough economy, and combined with the rise of internet job postings, today’s job search is like no other. But: you can absolutely take steps to jumpstart your job search. There’s no reason for you ...
Views: 1713(1 vote) - How do you say, "I was fired".... - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Rebekah CockrellIt happens to the best of employees and it can be a devastating experience. However, you will need to pick yourself up and get back to work. For employees that have been at a company for years, you want to include that experience on your resume. For employees that have only been at the ...
Views: 1077(1 vote) - How Long Is Too Long To Be In The Job Search? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Peggy McKeeIt’s too long if you aren’t getting any interviews at all. If nothing is changing for you, or moving forward in any measurable way, then you must do something differently. Remember: what’s the definition of insanity? Doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. ...
Views: 1877(1 vote) - How to Prepare for a Teaching Assistant Interview - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2020 from Daniel BrainSince you have already been called up for an interview you already know about the skills and Qualification that got you there. The interview is where you get the chance to justify your skills to your potential employers. On the other hand your employer also gets to verify your ...
Views: 882(1 vote) - How To Blow A Job Interview In Less Than Five Minutes - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Rebekah CockrellYour resume was good enough to get the interview. You woke up feeling confident and even showed up fifteen minutes early to your interview. You felt great as you chit chatted about the weekend and then answered all of the questions with ease. You were a shoe in. Then why didn’t you get the ...
Views: 1683(2 votes) - How To Convey Unemployment On LinkedIn - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Marc DeBoerLet's call a spade a spade, being unemployed can be quite stressful. Nothing ever prepares you for being unemployed which makes it harder to deal with. However, with the right attitude, you can navigate out the unemployment waters. Part of that navigational knowledge requires knowing how to deal ...
Views: 1628(1 vote) - How to dress for an interview - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2010 from James DemonIn these recessionary economic times most of us need to go for interviews, far more than we would have in normal times. The first impression is certainly a lasting one and your employer will decide on that whether they want to go ahead and hire you or not. There is a specific dress code that one ...
Views: 1644(1 vote) - How to Follow Up after a Poor Interview - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Don GoodmanNo one ever said finding a job is easy. It can be a lengthy process and include several rounds of interviews before you land an offer that is right for you. The good thing is that if you are receiving positive responses and getting interview opportunities, your resume is doing its job – reeling ...
Views: 1390(1 vote) - How to Inadvertently Sabotage Your Job Search - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Jessica SimkoSeveral decades ago, clear employment laws were put in place in the U.S. to ensure that employers would make hiring decisions based only upon information that directly related to the requirements of the job. But despite these laws, many excellent job seekers sometimes still get passed over based ...
Views: 1386(2 votes) - How to Prepare Answers for Interview Questions? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2013 from Vaibhav GuptaSeveral interview experts, in their unique styles, have repeatedly advised job aspirants to prepare well for the interviews, if they really wish to crack it with aplomb. By preparing, experts emphatically mean, to research well, and understand the job requirements unambiguously so that the ...
Views: 2632(1 vote) - How to Select the Web Developer in Interview for Best of Your Organization - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Shakil SumraI would like you not to suggest you "how to select Developers or employees" but I would like to share my strategies and selection procedure that I do. So many times, being new management we are not confident of being an interview taker. I will suggest myself to hire an employee with care and ...
Views: 1222(1 vote) - How To Stay Off The Naughty List - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Marc DeBoerWith the holiday season right around the corner, we have some job searching and interviewing tips for you to stay off the naughty list. [space20] Don't Post Any NYE Facebook Pictures: New Year's Eve is a very fun time for all of us and there is nothing wrong with going to a great party. ...
Views: 1278(1 vote) - How To Transition From Pharma To Medical Device Sales - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Peggy McKeeThe job market for pharmaceutical sales reps has gotten more and more precarious during the last few years. We regularly see headlines about big pharmaceutical companies cutting jobs, and the general consensus seems to be that there are more to come. The result is that thousands of pharma ...
Views: 2417(1 vote) - How Your Confidence Influences Online Success - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2011 from TJ PhilpottYour confidence level acts very much like a directional signal insofar as its influence on whether you become successful or not! Nowhere is this more the case than your marketing success online because if you lack confidence in yourself you'll likely fall short of your online business goals! You ...
Views: 1064(1 vote) - Internal vs. External Recruiters - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Peggy McKeeWhat is the difference between an internal recruiter and an external recruiter? An internal recruiter works directly for the company they are recruiting for. An internal recruiter for Frito-Lay, for example, works to fill a variety of positions within the Frito-Lay organization, and receives ...
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