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- ***Voice Training: Hate Hearing Yourself on Your Voicemail? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Nancy DanielsThere is no doubt about it. Most people not only dislike hearing themselves on recording equipment, but they also don’t want to believe what they hear. The unfortunate truth about what you hear on your voicemail, camcorder, or some other form of recording is that that sound is exactly how ...
Views: 1736(1 vote) - Are you taking your inner brat to work? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2003 from Pauline WallinARE YOU TAKING YOUR INNER BRAT TO WORK? By Pauline Wallin, Ph.D Author of "Taming Your Inner Brat: A Guide for Transforming Self-defeating Behavior" Is your inner brat taking over your job? Everyone has an inner brat. It's the part of us that's still a 2-year-old. It gets furious at the ...
Views: 1736(1 vote) - Engineering Technology can be a Quick Career Change - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Bob HartzellEngineering technicians are professionals that act as a first mate to engineers, in all fields of that profession. There are electrical/electronic engineering technicians, civil engineering technicians, environmental engineering technicians, industrial engineering technicians, mechanical ...
Views: 1736 - Five-Minute Eye-Exercises For Self-Help - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Hal WechslerFive Minute Eye Exercise to Self-Help We Homo sapiens refuse to do things without a good reason. Why? Back two-thousand years ago, our ancestors were already skeptics, and it has become a human instinct and reflex. Why should I do what you say? Why should I believe you – you must ...
Views: 1736(5 votes) - The What, Who and Why of Virtual Assistants - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2004 from Kathy SparksWhat, you've never heard of a Virtual Assistant??? Imagine an assistant working from a home office helping clients all over the country to be successful. Imagine having an assistant who you don't have to manage. Imagine moving your business forward and still maintaining your ...
Views: 1736 - How To Beat The Project's Deadline - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Rich MiltonWhen routine work becomes boring and redundant, the tendency of the employees’ attitude when it comes to beating the deadline is less serious. And there are so many ways to beat this kind of character in order not to cause problem with the company. “I like it when I have a deadline to ...
Views: 1735 - Ten Ways To Display Passion For The Job Seeker - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Alvah ParkerMany years ago I was turned down for a job at a company that I really wanted to work for. I was surprised when the interviewer told me that he did not think I wanted the job. He could not have been more wrong about that. I was puzzled by his conclusion even after he explained that I had not ...
Views: 1735(3 votes) - Goal Setting- a sure way to succeed in life - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Meenakshi GaurThere is a famous anecdote from Alice in Wonderland Movie that can be one of the best ways to understand the significance of Goal Setting. Read this conversation between Alice and the cat carefully: “Would you tell me which way I ought to go from here?” asked Alice. ... “That depends a good ...
Views: 1733 - Role of Food and Beverage Department in Hotel - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2020 from Matter Of SpaceIndia’s hotel industry is thriving due to an increase in business opportunities with an influx of foreign & domestic tourism which has made the role of Food and Beverage Department popularly called as F&B more important in hotel industry. There are 4 Major and 9 minor departments in a Hotel. ...
Views: 1733 - !Multinivel! ¿Qué es? Y ¿Cómo se gana dinero? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Nora Hernandez¡Articulo Para Emprendedores Con Visión! En los próximos 10 diez años se vera un gran cambio en la vida de las personas emprendedoras, listas para realizar significativos cambios profesionales y financieros en su vida. El negocio multinivel será el puente, que los dirigirá a lograr su libertad ...
Views: 1732 - Leadership Qualities: 5 Attributes To Possess To Be A Great Leader - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from Monica Molstad BareshSome people are natural followers, some natural leaders. However, the best leaders come from people that can and have followed with a great desire to lead. They acquire knowledge from a leader or mentor, and then use that knowledge, in their own way, to become leaders ...
Views: 1732(1 vote) - Top Fashion Tips For Starting Your Career - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Josie SampsonIf you’re a brand new alumna of the education system, then this September will be your first without that back-to-school buzz. It’s time to tuck in your shirt and polish up your shoes, because we’re all embarking on the road to employment glory. If, like me, you've spent three years repairing ...
Views: 1732 - How Do You Handle a Demanding Boss? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. You can’t get away with a demanding boss, especially if you’re talking about deadlines and objectives. You may find him pushing you too if he sees you slacking or you’re not doing your job well. But an overdemanding boss is another story. ...
Views: 1730 - Just How Good Is Your Diction? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2014 from Nancy DanielsWhile it is true that most people do not like to hear themselves on recording equipment because they do not like or recognize the sound of their speaking voice, there is another group of people who are also surprised by their lack of clear diction. And it does not just happen to those in which ...
Views: 1730 - Get Affordable Android Development Services from Techliance - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Techliance LLCAndroid is one of the best smart phones in the telecom market. Today, it is quite possible for phone users to run and use entertaining, fun, utility, health, shopping and all kind of applications on their smart Android phones. Android phones support third-party application so enterprises can ...
Views: 1729(1 vote) - Resolving The Clash Between Younger and Older Workers - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2013 from William CottringerResolving The Clash Between Younger and Older Workers By Bill Cottringer “Conflict is inevitable, but combat is optional.” ~Max Lucade. Because of today’s economic uncertainty, earlier entry into occupations and delayed retirements, there is a growing gap and conflict emerging in ...
Views: 1729(1 vote) - #71 of 101 Ways to Love Your Job: Being Right---What Price Do You Pay? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Stephanie GoddardRecently I had the opportunity to speak with several employees about their views on conflict, dealing with difficult people, and how to get things done when others aren't cooperating. You know--the usual stuff at work that we all cite as some of the most common stressors. I was surprised by ...
Views: 1728(2 votes) - Medical Transcriptionist’s Role with Medical Report Formats and Style - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2007 from Connie LimonMedical report formats and styles vary according to your location. The examination portion of a routine History and Physical report might be transcribed in block paragraph form or with indentations, hanging paragraphs, with subheadings in all capitals, or subheadings in upper and lowercase ...
Views: 1726 - What Einstein said about life without mentioning Relativity. - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“Do You Know These Einstein Quotes?” • 1. “The only valuable thing is Intuition.” • 2. “A Little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing. But, a Lot of knowledge is too.” • 3. “If you cannot explain your amazing idea, invention or theory to a smart ten-year old, you may NOT be on to ...
Views: 1726 - Young Professionals Are Stressed: 3 Secrets To LOVING Your Life Again! - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2014 from Porschia Parker-GriffinHave you found yourself irritable, overwhelmed, or unable to sleep? If so, its time to ask yourself, ‘Are you stressed out?’ Professionals in the Millennial Generation, ages 20-34, are dealing with the highest levels of stress, which can lead to burnout and other negative side effects. ...
Views: 1724(1 vote) - Career path, are you on it? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2012 from Laurie BornsteinCareer, just the word sends some of us into a tailspin of confusion, frustration and dismay. Is a career the same thing as a job? And is it something I even want? In Feng Shui, Career is tied to finding our true calling. Diving deep into the depths to connect to our inner knowing, that place ...
Views: 1722(1 vote) - I Want to Do an Ezine! Part 4 How Do I Promote? - by Copyright 2002 Terri Seymour
Now that you have your ezine named, designed, formatted
and ready to go, who do you send it to??
To get subscribers, you need to promote your new ezine.
There are several ways to do this that are effective and
free. Included in these are:
*Ad Swaps
*Writing ...
Views: 1722(1 vote) - Manage Your Energy to Sustain Your Best Performance - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2012 from Andria CorsoAs I write article, I am in the midst of getting ready to move to a new home with my family, relocate my business, and at the same time, have an extensive amount of travel occurring during this time. Managing my energy is essential, not only for me to remain healthy but for me to continue to be ...
Views: 1722(1 vote) - Invoking the Power of Positive Life Choices - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Gail McMeekinWork has the potential to be a vehicle for your creative self-expression as well as cover your expenses. A key success strategy is to choose work that suits your talents and lifestyle and reflects your passion as well. In this topsy-turvy work culture, where reliance on others for job security ...
Views: 1721 - Accounting courses after 12th in Commerce - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Ritu VashistThere are many courses after 12th in commerce, however any course in financial accounting will have lots of option to consider, the most sought course after 12th in commerce is one that includes bachelor program in commerce. One of the largest key benefits that students can get from ...
Views: 1720(1 vote) - How to get started with a Career as a Medical Transcriptionist? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Nancy HigginsIf someone were to tell you that you can stay at home, yet have a stable and lucrative career, what would be your response? Had it been a few years ago, I would have probably laughed at their face. Not anymore. Working from home is a very real possibility provided you are in the right ...
Views: 1720 - How Much Work is Too Much? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Jeff DavidsonMore and more individuals are reporting increased stress in their lives. For many, this is because they are putting undue pressures on themselves and are working longer hours. After a certain time, different for everyone, the effort that you are putting into your work becomes counter-productive. ...
Views: 1715(2 votes) - Job Search: Holiday Dead Zones for Job Seekers - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Dorothy Tannahill-MoranWith November and the upcoming holidays in the air, the turf changes for hiring that can be either problematic for job seekers, or an opportunity. As a job seeker you will do much better during this season if you are prepared ahead of time for how the business environment is likely to ...
Views: 1713(1 vote) - Careers More Likely To Lead To Divorce - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2012 from Dana Barker DaviesThere are many things we consider before we choose a partner for life – good personality, good looks, attitude, career and so on. Unfortunately, quite often it doesn't end as we hoped it will - you know “happily ever after” and stuff and there are many factors to blame.According to research ...
Views: 1712(6 votes) - ***Can you tell people you work in Finance and feel proud? - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2012 from Genevieve de Lacaze* Did you learn something here? If so, please rate my articles, ‘click!’ and it’s done! It will make me feel good too.* We all have skills. Yes, we do. What we do with them is a different matter. Think drug dealers, or spammers, for example. To some extent, I actually ...
Views: 1711(1 vote) - Common Misconceptions About Career Management - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Ford MyersYou get your clothes cleaned when they’re dirty. You pay your bills each month. You see your doctor once or twice a year. You send cards to family-members at each birthday. So, why is it that most people (maybe even you!) don’t integrate career management into their regular routine? Most ...
Views: 1711(1 vote) - Top 10 Ways to Click with People in Business and in Life - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Dr. Rick KirschnerFor the past three decades, I’ve been observing the way people behave in personal and business relationships, with the intent of finding the meaningful patterns of what works and doesn’t work to bring about positive change. Here are the top ten lessons I’ve learned about how to click with ...
Views: 1711(1 vote) - Making Space: A Path To Your Interior Design Career - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Kelli SmithIf you've ever spent time rearranging furniture in a room, browsing antique shops and second-hand stores in search of hip vintage furniture, or obsessing over accent walls and window treatments, you might want to consider joining the ranks of interior designers. By marrying your creativity with ...
Views: 1709 - Getting a Raise in a No Increase Environment - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2011 from Jane CranstonMoney is tight everywhere. Even people doing well are feeling the impact of local, national, and global slowdowns in the economy. That said, it doesn’t necessarily mean no one is getting merit increases, promotions, and salary adjustments. Whether you work for a company that has a very ...
Views: 1708 - Excellent central government sector job opportunities through SSC combined graduate level exam - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2013 from Radhika SinhaRegarding the exams SSC (staff selection commission) is one of the most large scale public sector competitive recruitment exams, conducted by the central government of India. A large number of young aspiring candidates appear for the exam every year. Thus, SSC result is a matter of great ...
Views: 1707 - How to Become an Expert While Honoring Your Renaissance Soul. It Ain’t No Oxymoron. - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Michelle WardLast month, I attended a pretty fantabulus webinar where Seth Godin, marketing genius guru extraordinaire deity, was interviewed about career stability in relation to the launch of his new book, Linchpin. While I’ve yet to read the book, I knew that the overall message was that you need to make ...
Views: 1707(2 votes) - How to Use LinkedIn’s Skills & Expertise Section to Research Careers - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Crystal ThomasKnowing what jobs match your skills is just as important as receiving the right career training when choosing a career. Luckily, LinkedIn has developed a great tool to help you learn more about the types of jobs that fit your skill set as well as give you ideas for career you many not have ...
Views: 1706 - Does It Matter What You Wear? - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2004 from Susan DunnDoes it matter what you wear? Of course it does! We want to be appropriately and comfortably dressed so it isn’t distracting. How can you court your honey when your waistband is too tight? How can you represent your client if the judge doesn’t allow women lawyers to appear in court in ...
Views: 1705(1 vote) - How to Increase Your Influencing Skills - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2012 from Lauren StillWhen someone wields influence, or is able to effectively persuade others, it is a powerful skill. The ability to influence others allows us to be heard, effect change, manage and lead more effectively, and ultimately get us more directly to what we want out of work and life. Consider ...
Views: 1704 - Baby Boomers and Career Seekers: Reinventing One's Self to Find Fulfillment in Work- Even if you Work at Home. - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2007 from lana thomasAccording to a report published in US News and World Report (www.usnews.com) the best careers in 2007 are wide and varied. The positions are naturally ranked upon demand, job satisfaction, salary, with a prestige ranking thrown in as well. I find it interesting that much of what I study ...
Views: 1703 - Negotiating Salary: Don't Talk Yourself Out of the Job - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2011 from Ken SundheimAlthough I have a very keen eye for spotting a fair amount of negotiation tactics, I find negotiation, in most circumstances, to simply be a hindrance to the normal flow of business. For a moment, tally up the opportunity cost that you have seen wasted by others who want to negotiate ...
Views: 1703(2 votes) - The Road Map: Why Writing Down Your Goals Works - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2014 from Tina TessinaWe see a lot of advice to write down your goals and dreams, but does it really help? Actually, it does. For one thing, it helps you get clear on exactly what you want, and makes the goals more imaginable. They seem more real when you have thought through them clearly and written them ...
Views: 1703 - Job Oriented Courses in India Really Solve The Purpose - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Ritu VashistIndia has the highest rate of population growth, which could be the reason why unemployment prevailing in the country. Although the elevation of the country's experience in economic terms with the expansion of business, merging entities and businesses to acquire, due to the demand for ...
Views: 1702 - My Career is in the Doldrums - by MY CAREER IS IN THE DOLDRUMS…Do I need a Coach or a Therapist?
Is Monday the worst day of your week? Can you hardly remember when you enjoyed going to work? Do friends ask why you seem so down? Maybe this has been going on awhile, and you’re realizing it’s time ...
Views: 1701(1 vote) - 6 Reasons Your MBA Doesn’t Work - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from Todd RhoadIn developing our latest series of ebooks for MBAs, we’ve spoken with many MBA graduates around the world. Our discussions seem to present only two real value assessments for the MBA. One category of graduates feel that the degree provided sufficient knowledge and skills for proper career ...
Views: 1698 - Are You New to This? -- Seven Practices for Rapid Mastery - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Donald MitchellChances are good that you don’t know too many people who learned to run before they began to crawl. Likewise, you may not have met anyone who broke par while playing golf for the first time. As beginners, even people whose skill now causes us to marvel would more likely have produced ...
Views: 1697(1 vote) - Identity Theft and Your Online Job Search - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2003 from Sharon DavisIdentity Theft and Your Online Job Search (c) Copyright 2003, Sharon DavisWhile identity theft is nothing new, the Web has opened up whole new world of opportunity for identity thieves. According the FBI, identity theft is the top online fraud. The U.S. Federal Trade Commission says that ...
Views: 1695(1 vote) - Stay Positive During Your Job Search Part III - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from William ArrudaIn the previous two installments of this article, I shared with you six of the nine ways to remain positive during a job search: - Relive past wins - If you can’t get out of it, get into it - Visualize what you want - Anticipate and embrace change; Don’t be hijacked by it - Focus on strengths ...
Views: 1695 - Want Success in Business? Hire Your Intuition! - by (c) Intuitive Consulting and Communication, Inc.
In today’s fast-paced environment, decisions need to be made swiftly and accurately. While many top executives won’t publicize it, intuition is a key part of their decision-making success. Once thought of as the domain of the "gifted few," it is, ...
Views: 1695 - 10 Easy Tips to Improve Your Ezine - by Copyright 2002 Terri Seymour
Writing and publishing an ezine is a very important
part of your online business so you want to make it
the best possible ezine you can. I have made mistakes
and changed and re-changed my ezine many times to
make it the best it can be. I am still always looking ...
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