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- Written Example Literature Review – Is It Worth Taking The Risk For Your Thesis? - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Rose TylerOne question that is asked by almost every person is that what the actual importance of a literature review is? Why should one conduct a research work on researches already conducted on a certain topic ages ago? That sounds plausible for not everybody knows how important it is to conduct ...
Views: 1972 - Job-Search Advice to Non-native English Speakers - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Elizabeth FreedmanFair or not, it’s going to be tougher for you to get a job than your American counterparts. There are several reasons why, including the tighter restrictions on H1-B visas, and the fact that American recruiters may not feel entirely confident in your English skills, your ability to adjust to ...
Views: 1971(1 vote) - ***If You Are Looking For a Professional Image, Do Not Forget Your Voice - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Nancy DanielsYes, we take professional development courses of all shapes and sizes. And, there is no doubt that in today’s business world, having an edge over the other candidates for a job or a promotion or even a sales contract can bring the success you are seeking. Have you ever considered, however, the ...
Views: 1970(1 vote) - Importance of LLB in the Modern Era - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from shane lohanIn not only today’s world but the importance of pursuing a course in law has been respected for quite some years. The current educational arena houses numerous courses that have actually instilled zeal and passion among individuals. The majority of students today are going for courses that can ...
Views: 1970 - Why to join Tally Academy to learn Computerised Accounting Courses - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from Ritu VashistAccounting has been very important function of every old and new organization, since business runs on the decisions taken by the owners and managers because it helps to find out the profit and loss generated from business operations, an accounts assistant accountant and accounts manager working ...
Views: 1968 - Work-life Balance Is Good For Your Health - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from Alvah ParkerWorking more than 40 hours a week seems normal today - at least in the US. My clients tell me they consistently work into the night and over weekends. Blackberries and other smart phones enable employees to be on call at any hour day or night. It has become an accepted way of life here. Is ...
Views: 1967 - Quick Steps to Using Resume Templates Word 2003 Effectively - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2013 from Marlon HickeyEach word processing unit comes with its own way in which a resume template can be formatted and this is of no difference when it comes to the resume templates word 2003. Using Microsoft word to create a resume can be very easy but at the same time a little bit sophisticated if you do not know ...
Views: 1965 - 10 Tips to Get the Attention of Your Boss - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2007 from Billy ArcementWorkers who possess personal ambition are always seeking ways to improve their positioning with their boss. Here are ten time-tested techniques that will make your boss take notice of your personal performance. As you read through the list, think about your own performance. How many items on ...
Views: 1964 - Three Basic Ways To Make Money - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2010 from Dan CavalliIn any economy the risks are the same. It is difficult for the average individual to make ends meet. Even those who are employed on good incomes find it difficult. Some who have money are afraid to spend in a shaky economy and those without are trying to come up with ways to bring in additional ...
Views: 1962(1 vote) - Learn How To Make Money Online - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from Dan CavalliDo you want to make money? Then we would show you exactly the best route to go about it! If you really want to rapidly start making money online these days, you would have to strike while the iron is still hot, and that is right now! However, you would have to tread very carefully indeed. You ...
Views: 1961(1 vote) - Evolv Review: Is It A Scam Or Not? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Kirschan BlydenWithin this Evolv review I'm going to shed light on the good, the bad and the ugly with regards to EvolvHealth company, The evolve business, and also the Evolv product offering. Evolv Review Point 1: The Evolv Company Evolv, a Texas headquartered business was founded in 2009 by a ...
Views: 1960(1 vote) - What makes you happy? 10 Characteristics of Resilient People - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Alvah ParkerWhat makes you happy? It is easy to stay happy when times are good. It is more challenging when life has thrown you a curve. In difficult times it is important to be resilient. Resilience is that quality that enables people to face adversity and adapt to it without lasting difficulties. A ...
Views: 1959 - Get Unstuck by Changing Your Perspective - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Linda PucciWe have all had the experience of feeling "stuck" at some time or another in our lives or in our careers. No matter what we try to do, nothing seems to work. We spin our wheels and expend our energy, but don't seem to get where we want to go. When we feel stuck, we are often seeing our ...
Views: 1956(2 votes) - Layoff Survival 101 - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2012 from Krista MitchellLosing your job is stressful, even traumatic. If you suspect an impending layoff and can stay one step ahead of the game, you are less likely to panic when the time comes. Even still, the first few weeks may feel like culture shock. The structure of your daily life has changed and may have left ...
Views: 1954 - Get Your Ideal Position: “Go to Play” every day - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2003 from Bill DueeaseCopyright © 2003 by Bill Dueease Do you hate to go to work? Are you miserable at your job (or what you are doing) but go anyway to earn a living? Do you feel frustrated or unfulfilled, because you must do things that cause you stress? Wouldn’t you rather participate in your ideal income ...
Views: 1953(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: 1951(2 votes) - ***Why Your Soft Spoken Voice Wastes Their Time and Yours! - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2012 from Nancy DanielsThere is only one problem with being soft-spoken. It is that you are constantly being asked to repeat yourself. And, if it happens often enough, your listeners will stop listening or interrupt you and take over the conversation. Yes, your partner may not seem to be listening but have you ever ...
Views: 1949 - You Are What You Think – Face a Weak Economy with a Strong Personal Brand - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Brenda BenceSo much has been said, discussed, and argued about the "economic situation" in the past year. Is it possible that there is a stone unturned on this topic? Well, yes there is ... because the way you communicate your personal brand in this economy can have a big impact on how well you weather the ...
Views: 1949 - ***Five Secrets of Successful Women in Business - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Regina BarrWe all have those successful women we admire who seem to turn everything they touch into gold. I’ve had the opportunity to interact with a number of women like this during the past month to learn more about why they are so successful. Here are five secrets of success that I have learned from ...
Views: 1947 - ***Too Much Nose in Speaking Is Not a Good Thing! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2013 from Nancy DanielsExcessive nasality or too much nose in speaking definitely has a negative impact on your listeners. A whiny voice can be shrill and is much akin to nails on a blackboard. The good news is that you can eliminate the excess nasal sounds in your voice if you practice and retrain your ‘inner ear’ ...
Views: 1946 - Coaching takes on new meaning in the Business world - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2003 from Kathy BakerThe traditional notion of ‘coaching’ in the sports arena has found new expression in the business world. More & more, businesses are taking advantage of the expert services of Business Coaches to help bring out the ‘best’ in their people, investing in their development, satisfaction & ...
Views: 1946(2 votes) - Free Resume Samples May Be Worth A Lot - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Sarika PeriwalThere may be the perception that free resume samples are worthless. There is this mistaken impression that something is free and therefore of no value. However this is untrue when you are talking about free resumes or free resume templates. Because from the sites that offer you this free service ...
Views: 1946(2 votes) - Is a Woman Flying That Jet? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Nina AndersonCaptain “Sully” became everyone’s hero when he landed in the Hudson River. Supposed there was a woman at the controls – would the outcome have been the same? Not too long ago, a woman pilot set her corporate jet down safely on a runway after hitting a glider who was not communicating with air ...
Views: 1945 - 7 Benefits Of Having A Career In The Real Estate Sector - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2017 from Donald PillaiThe real estate sector opens up a plethora of employment opportunities. Not only do you make good money, but you also have the liberty to work on your own. The following post explores employment options in the real estate sector. The real estate sector has the potential to offer a great ...
Views: 1943 - The 3Cs to building Critical work place relationships - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Executive Coach InternationalThe amount of time that you spend at your work place takes up almost 50% of your time. Since so much of our lives and energy are consumed by our job, isn’t it then important and natural that we learn to not just work well with our colleagues but build up great relationships with them? Many ...
Views: 1942(1 vote) - Learn The Fascinating Language Of Luganda With An Innovative Online Language Learning Course - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2012 from Mayra McclureIf you are interested in learning a new language, why not consider taking an online language learning course, which will help you to learn a variety of new languages, such as Luganda. Learning Luganda is a spectacular way to connect with people around the globe that speak Luganda is their first ...
Views: 1940 - Top B Schools in Ahmedabad and Mumbai Significance and Importance - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Radhika awasthiThe relevance and significance of B school is rising rapidly. Increase in globalization and liberalism are the main factors behind its rise. The requirement and demand of management post graduates and graduates is also on the rise since almost a decade. The main reason behind the increase in ...
Views: 1940 - Buddhism, the Brain, and a Bad Boss - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Nina HamThere’s nothing more frustrating and disheartening than feeling that your boss is undermining your efforts to do your best at work. Maybe it seems intentional, maybe it seems just who s/he is. Whatever the origin, the toll on your morale and performance is heartbreakingly wasteful. What to ...
Views: 1939(1 vote) - Get Branded--Part I - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2004 from Michelle CastoLa Fontaine once said, “By the work, one knows the workman.” He must have known long ago about the importance of branding. In today’s competitive marketplace, establishing and maintaining a brand name is essential to your career success. A service or trademark tells people immediately what ...
Views: 1937(1 vote) - When Opportunity Knocks...7 Unconventional Ways to Prepare for Your Chance of a Lifetime - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2006 from Laura KoehneUsual advice to entrepreneurs focuses on practicalities like learning to evaluate the market, write a business plan or raise money. But this assumption that we’ve already found the perfect idea or business opportunity is just plain wrong! As a kid I dreamed that someday I would have my own ...
Views: 1937 - Homeshoring Brings Legitimate Work-at-Home Jobs Into American Homes - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2007 from Melissa BrewerImagine a commute that is just down the hallway, a few minutes from your favorite gourmet coffeepot and the Monday morning news. You plug in your headset to the phone, boot your computer, and begin taking calls for your client. After 30 minutes of call time, you move on to a scheduled break to ...
Views: 1936 - Top MBA Colleges List for MBA in Architecture and Designing - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Radhika awasthiA profound knowledge of administration programs with that of architecture program is important for bringing forth the very best of architecture in to the company line. Whilst for your most component, architecture is really a mix of science and artwork, company pertains to bringing this artwork ...
Views: 1936 - Corrections Officer Test – Basic Information - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Goutam RoyWho is a Corrections Officer? A corrections officer is a person responsible for supervising and maintaining safety and security of the prisoners in jail, prison or any similar kind of secure custody. They were previously termed as jail guard, jailer, prison warder etc. They are entitled to ...
Views: 1934 - Get More Out Of Your Business Work - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Donald MitchellHave you ever counted the minutes until the work day was over? If so, you are not alone. Business work can be stupefying, leaving you feeling dull while randomly musing about more pleasant activities and places. That's the bad news. But... wait! There is good news, as well. Your time ...
Views: 1933(2 votes) - How Can Career Coaching Help You? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeAs a medical sales recruiter, I spend a lot of time on the phone fielding inquiries from job seekers. Not only about specific jobs in medical sales, laboratory sales, imaging sales, biotech sales, clinical diagnostics sales, pathology sales, medical device sales, hospital equipment sales, ...
Views: 1933 - 3 Tips on How to be a Prolific Writer - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2021 from Guest AuthorProlific author? Seriously? How on earth can someone who experiences writer’s block, who is distracted, and someone who face different challenges every day (like you) be productive? Have you ever seen a prolific author's bibliography and be curious how they produce tons of books? Asking ...
Views: 1930 - How To Ask For What You Want And Get It - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Karen KellerAsking for what you want is the necessary first step in getting what you want. That’s the way it works! If you don’t ask, you don’t get – simple. Simple. Really? If it was so simple, then why are less than 15% of C-level positions in corporate America occupied by women, although they ...
Views: 1929 - Top 90 Free Classified Sites and How To Use Free Classifieds? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2017 from article bar barHow To Use Free Classifieds? Ads Posting To Your Advantage. If you have a small home business, is a great tool to use free classified ads. For one thing, it's easy to have a great deal for your budget, most small business owners. How To Prepare? How To Prepare You, you also need to be ...
Views: 1928 - Defining Success in Your Life as a Young Person - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from Peter StephensonThe notions of "succeeding" and "success", have been around as long as mankind, and current definitions have endured for at least three generations, namely for ourselves, for our parents, and for our grandparents. Fifty years ago The Concise Oxford Dictionary defined success as "...good ...
Views: 1927 - LinkedIn Hints For Building a Great Network - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from Peggy McKeeMany people work wildly, seeking to grow their networks. Besides the largest sites of LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, you can find many more that are dedicated to the subject, whether they are a smaller social networking site, a blog devoted to the topic, or simple product website that "helps" ...
Views: 1926(4 votes) - How to Add 51% to Your Long-erm Memory - Permanently - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2013 from Hal WechslerHow to ADD 51% to Your Long-Term Memory – Permanently • 1. This is a conversation I had with my teenager, Mike about a system we teach at our one-day workshop at Columbia University. • It helps our graduates ACE school & their careers. It works for kids age 10, to high school, college & ...
Views: 1924(1 vote) - 5 Questions to Ask Before You Select a Paralegal School - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from Patricia CarrollAre you thinking about pursuing a paralegal career? You're not alone. Paralegal jobs are hot, in part because the field is expected to grow faster than average. To get started, you typically need to earn a paralegal certificate or degree. These days there are numerous paralegal schools to ...
Views: 1923 - 10 Ways to Increase Your Energy at Work - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2014 from Dr Ana Garcia1. I allow time for playfulness and fun at work. 2. I surrender to the wisdom of the Universe and believe that my current job or situation is bringing me a lesson in love about myself or my life. 3. I know that I am safe and the Universe always provides for me. 4. I am loyal to ...
Views: 1922(2 votes) - Improving Teamwork Through Better Workplaces - by Submitted on May 10, 2012 from Maegan AndersonNo man is an island. This is a saying that rings true even up to this day. It can have an impact on many aspects of our lives, including those doing business in Australia. In this case, it can influence the level of productivity of employees. After all, there are kinds of work that will need the ...
Views: 1921 - 7 Simple Steps to Tame the Job Hunting Jungle - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Sue BeckerDuring these times of economic volatility, it's a good idea to be prepared in case your employment situation changes. Whether you're currently employed and looking for a new opportunity or unemployed and searching for work, you'll want to get the most out of your job-hunting time and effort. To ...
Views: 1920(1 vote) - Guide in Writing Sample Warning Letter for Employees - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2012 from Lily hornEmployee warnings are confronting, awkward and tend to be avoided as much as possible. When the time comes that they are necessary, it is important to use a sample warning letter to aid you throughout the process. Warning letters are not a compulsory legal requirement but they are considered ...
Views: 1916(1 vote) - ***Dial-Up Your Success through Dynamic Communication - by Submitted on May 18, 2011 from Regina BarrWhy do 80% of our team issues come from 20% of our team members? And, how do you recognize and eliminate these issues? According to the Carnegie Institute of Technology, only 15% of your success is due to your technical knowledge while 85% of success is attributable to your ability to ...
Views: 1915(1 vote) - Different Kind Restaurant Logos Design Ideas for Different Kind of Food Corners - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Beverly HoustonWhen we do not want to cook we head towards a nearby restaurant, when we want to hang out for a change, we head towards our favorite restaurant, when we want to party, we book a restaurant. I think, these places now plays a pivotal role in our daily routine life or because we want to get a break ...
Views: 1915 - How to Work with a Mentor - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Sheri HoffIf you have found a great mentor (either a paid coaching relationship or a volunteer), consider yourself blessed. You have a unique opportunity to tap into that person’s wisdom , possibly develop a lifelong bond, and make a quantum leap in your life. People usually volunteer to mentor people ...
Views: 1914(3 votes) - Recession Proof Your Career With Training & Development on a Shoestring - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2009 from Avil BeckfordAre you an asset or a cost to your employer? How valuable and indispensable are you? And, are you recession-proof? Professionals who expect to progress within corporate environments today have to be able to stand apart from their peers. One of the ways to stand apart from the crowd is to ...
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