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- Planning your life to achieve financial freedom and a high credit score - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Shivany Kay"There are two kinds of man: the ones who make history and the ones who endure it." - Camilo Jose Cela, Spanish novelist History is written all around you every day. It may not be history that makes the college textbooks, but it's your history just the same. Do you make your ...
Views: 597(1 vote) - Please, Make a Decision - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Margaret MeloniOver lunch, Jacob and Marilyn discussed some of the frustrations they were experiencing on one of their current projects. Jacob was a business analyst on the project and Marilyn was the subject matter expert. Jacob turned to Marilyn and said to her, “If you could say just one thing to Tom our ...
Views: 1437(1 vote) - Preventing Teacher Burnout - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Fran BozarthTeachers and others in the caring professions have to walk a fine line to build and maintain their resilience if they want to prevent burn out. In the education world, a popular figure subscribed to teacher burnout is one out of two teachers leave the profession within the first five years of ...
Views: 3037(1 vote) - Project Manager Resume 7 Power Words You Need And Why - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2010 from Justin MountfordPutting together the perfect attention grabbing project manager resume is tough. To make this painful process easier I’ve found there are certain power words that recruiters look for, make sure you feature these power words in your resume. Let’s take a look at seven power words you should ...
Views: 6643(1 vote) - Proper Understanding of Dissertation Methodologies and the Composition of the Chapter - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2012 from Donna SantosDissertation methodology chapter is the most difficult chapter of all. This is the reason why the student must be fully aware of the dissertation writing structure and the key elements that contribute to the success of a thesis. Many students do not know the main elements and constituents of ...
Views: 939(1 vote) - Prospective Career Paths in the Oil & Gas Industry - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2021 from Jennifer Hahn MastersonA recent survey showed that almost 7 million Americans were employed in the energy sector, which is almost five out of every hundred working people and about 2% more than the previous year. The good news is that before employers are still hiring! In the field of fuels, the oil and natural gas ...
Views: 512(1 vote) - PTE Reading – A Guide to Multiple Choice, Choose Single Answer - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2020 from Scott JohnstonThis task is one of two multiple-choice questions in the PTE reading section of the exam. It could be said to be the more straightforward task out of the two, as you only have to choose one answer. Success in this task comes down to your ability to read and assess a short text and being able to ...
Views: 466(1 vote) - PTE Write Essay: A Review Guide for Test Takers - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2020 from Scott JohnstonFor many people, academic writing for an upcoming academic English examination brings forth a sense of dread. Fear of the PTE academic test, as well as PTE general itself, is no different. Writing academic essays is no walk in the park and the PTE Write Essay section does require a high level of ...
Views: 638(1 vote) - Recruiting process from the hiring managers point of view - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2012 from Gautam SinghThe recruiting process is very complex and is not as simple as a recruiter receiving your resume and you hope to get a job interview the next day. There is so much more that is involved from you sending in your resume to you getting a job offer. We want to explain the recruiting process to you ...
Views: 1038(1 vote) - Resumes When You Don’t Have a Degree - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Don GoodmanFortunately, one’s career and life success is not based solely on obtaining a college degree. Just look at the rise of Bill Gates of Microsoft, Michael Dell of Dell, and in more recent days, Mark Zuckerberg of Facebook. These high profile and successful businessmen chose to pursue business over ...
Views: 1029(1 vote) - Retain More When you Recognise Good Work - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2012 from Lily hornCompanies that are restructuring or going through a merger should consider another approach to retaining valuable employees other than just throwing money at them, even something as simple as being able to openly recognise good work. According to a recent McKinsey Quarterly report “Retaining ...
Views: 654(1 vote) - Safeguard One's Career with Sarkari Naukri - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2012 from pawan kumarGovernment usually has a lot of sectors for the smooth operation of the country. These services include administration, PSU, legal units, department of health, railways, telephone, municipal division and numerous banking sectors. So that all these branches function well there is need of an ...
Views: 3070(1 vote) - Secrets to Choosing a Career that Fulfills You - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteHaving confidence in the workplace begins with having the type of job that fits your skills, talents and interests. If there is a mismatch between your personality and your job, you’ll most likely be unhappy and you’ll have additional stress in your life. Determine Your Preference: Data, ...
Views: 5842(1 vote) - Selecting Flat Fee Recruitment Services - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2012 from Jennifer ObodoWhen you are bearing in mind appointing flat fee recruitment services to discover workers to fill the employment openings at your business there are some things you must recognize. Not entire the flat charge recruitment services provide the similar level of client satisfaction. You require do ...
Views: 1109(1 vote) - Sell Yourself and Get a Better Sales Job - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2012 from mamta KumariSo, you want a better sales job? Firstly you need to establish what “better” means to you. There are some fantastic opportunities in the sales sector but it’s easy to make a mistake and end up with the wrong company or manager. Hugger or a Hunter? Start out by figuring where you “fit” ...
Views: 749(1 vote) - SEO Articles 101: How to Optimize an Article - by Submitted on May 23, 2019 from Erica CattonSearch engine optimization (SEO) is the process of ensuring your web pages are ranked high in search engines. Every search engine has a unique algorithm that determines which website to rank first. It first tries to understand the intent of the one browsing and then displays the appropriate ...
Views: 710(1 vote) - Services Provided By Flat Free Recruitment For Improvement Various Agencies - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2012 from Jennifer ObodoIt is the nature of man to always effort for the progress in his life. Development in each and every part of the life is the result of the inspiration of the specific nature of the man. All of the human beings have adopted different professions to accommodate the life in an excellent way. ...
Views: 1069(1 vote) - Should I Learn Big Data Hadoop? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2018 from Kanika GoyalApache Hadoop is a Big Data environment comprising of open source segments that basically change the way extensive informational indexes are broke down, put away, exchanged and handled. Differentiating to customary disseminated handling frameworks, Hadoop encourages various sorts of expository ...
Views: 815(1 vote) - Sikkim Manipal University Distance MBA - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2020 from James K MeyerThe Sikkim Manipal University is a very renowned university in the country for distance education courses. The university was established in 1995 by a corporation of Sikkim and Manipal Education Government. It is a private University This university is perfect for someone who is looking for ...
Views: 766(1 vote) - Skill-sets for a Transcriptionist - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Ajay PrasadTranscription is the job of listening and typing simultaneously the words spoken by people into a word processing document for record. This is done in order to use the data for purposes in the future. The work requires skills to be mastered by a transcriptionist. Transcription is exercised ...
Views: 2305(3 votes) - Snowflake vs AWS Redshift: Big Differences to Know - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2022 from Anand Kumar JhaWhether you are a start-up, eCommerce, small-scale company, or industry, data is an integral part of every business sector. It is the core element of business intelligence and automation. All the data collected through multiple sources or by tracking sales funnels of previous products need ...
Views: 381(1 vote) - Some Kicking Facts about the Study in Poland: Get it NOW - by Submitted on May 09, 2018 from Vikash AgarwalPoland can be a fascinating beginning of discovering Europe for all students coming from outside European Union. Getting a chance to study in Poland is an inception to explore the whole Europe. One can definitely start an adventurous journey during the course time in Poland. Being an active ...
Views: 623(1 vote) - Some Secret Techniques and Strategies to Improve Career in Project Management - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2018 from Jaclyn TengProfessionals with expertise and experience in project management are always on demand to manage vital projects. With the increased demand of project management, new courses are being designed by universities to help an individual learn about the hardcore concept of project time, cost management ...
Views: 427(1 vote) - Speech Therapy: What You Need to Know - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2013 from Ethan RyanIt’s amazing how far medicine has gone from its humble beginnings in the stone-age era to modern medicine in the 1600s. Today, almost everything can be diagnosed with a few tests and treated with medicines. The industry has grown to have a specific department for every specific medical need. For ...
Views: 838(1 vote) - Standard Diversity and Inclusion Policies - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Job ExchangeTo maintain an affirmative action policy and remain complaint within the eyes of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), companies must create standard diversity and inclusion policies. These policies should be embedded within job descriptions, displayed on the walls at work, ...
Views: 595(1 vote) - Stay Abreast In Your Career With Big Data Technologies - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2018 from Niti SharmaBig data is making big waves in the entire world, as industries are recognizing its importance to make informed decisions. Decisions that are helping businesses in scale heights and become successful. While initially big data made waves in business, interestingly there is another field where big ...
Views: 738(1 vote) - Stockbroker jobs - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2010 from Kristen GolmesThe people that own or run these stockbroker firms have a mindset that this is a commission business. Meaning, the clients you get will ultimately make you the money. This is largely true. No Stockbroker got rich on salary. They earn their money by selling stock for commission. The firm will ...
Views: 1191(2 votes) - Stop Believing, "See-is-believing", and "Talk-is-cheap!" - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2012 from Hal Wechsler“Seeing Aint Believing, & Talk Aint Cheap, Yes Really” • 1. Cliches are on auto-pilot in our brain, so there is NO left-brain analysis about what they really mean. • 2. Successful people do NOT wait until their GOALS materialize completely – before they add a Mustard-Seed of faith in ...
Views: 1445(1 vote) - Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats--SWOT - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Jane CranstonHow do you predict the outcome of a behavior, project, or idea? A few days ago, an executive career-coaching client came to a session with an interesting PowerPoint presentation. It was a proposal to a potential employer. My client hoped the company would gain a better appreciation of his ...
Views: 6399(3 votes) - Strong Leaders need Strong Minds! - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2014 from Dr. Anne Brown(We all need Strong Minds!) "Unless you try to do something beyond what you have mastered you will never grow." Ralph Waldo Emerson The most important asset one can have is a strong mind. Forget all the material things many think are so important and would be lost without; a strong mind is ...
Views: 1540(1 vote) - Successful People Create and Nurture Their Unique and Powerful Personal Brand - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2010 from Bud BilanichIf you want to create positive personal impact, you need to do three things: 1) create, build and nurture your unique personal brand; 2) dress for success; and 3) know and follow the basic rules of etiquette. Have you created your personal brand yet? What is it? How do you use it to help ...
Views: 982(2 votes) - Successful People Make Their Own Luck - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2010 from Bud BilanichA while back I wrote about a book called The Luck Factor by Richard Wiseman who claims that you can learn to be lucky. In fact, Dr. Wiseman even lists five steps for learning to be lucky. First, don't assume there is nothing you can do about any situation. Make the decision to take control. ...
Views: 2989(1 vote) - Surviving the Downturn - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“A lot of fellows nowadays have a B.A., M.D., or Ph.D. Unfortunately, they don’t have a J.O.B.” – Fats Domino With the world in the midst of what some are calling an economic meltdown, it’s no wonder many are reconsidering their careers. Even if your job seems secure, it’s probably a good ...
Views: 1473(1 vote) - Taming The Menace Of Examination Malpractice In Nigeria - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Saintmoses EromoseleInside the school hall in a typical Nigerian examination centre, young men and women are seated with rapt attention as they listen to a middle aged, well built man, clutching a folder containing some sheets of paper. He is surrounded by other ladies and gentlemen numbering about five who ...
Views: 7782(1 vote) - Telecommunication Specialist Resume Tips and Guidelines - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Joseph MagdaleneToday, no distance is longer due to the revolution in the telecommunications technology. It has helped people and businesses tremendously. On one hand, it has made possible to speak to your distant relatives or friends in a matter of seconds, and on the other, it has improved the standard of ...
Views: 3207(1 vote) - Ten Career Lessons To Learn from LeBron James - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2011 from Adrienne GrahamNow that the initial hoopla surrounding LeBron James’ poorly executed (and planned) career move has simmered down, you might not believe it, but we can focus on the valuable career lessons that can be learned from this experience. We’ve already heard all the commentary on how arrogant, stupid, ...
Views: 1388(1 vote) - The 10 Best Nursing Career Choices in 2020 - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2020 from Keerthana KrishnaStill doubtful about nursing as your next career step? Can’t blame you; choosing a nursing career for ourselves might seem challenging! Your skills and talents are key factors, but it’s also important to know which part of the nursing job is most promising when choosing a career path. Nursing ...
Views: 734(2 votes) - The 5 ways to make a difference in customer service - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Frank O'TooleI cannot count the amount of times I have been asked on customer service training courses by customer service agents, “how am I going to make a difference? I am just doing my job, management do not even notice”. The fact is that you do make a difference; you are the voice of the company you ...
Views: 9780(1 vote) - The Advantages of Blogging about Chronic Illness - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2022 from Chiranjit RoyBlogs are an excellent way to establish yourself as a thought leader and market your practice. With a one-of-a-kind blog, you can kick start your healthcare practice's marketing strategy. A strong blogging presence leads to a truly strong website, and strong websites perform well in search ...
Views: 315(1 vote) - The benefits of online corporate training - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2012 from Gautam SinghYou want to be in the driver's seat and be in control of your job and destiny. Sometimes, you have to take charge of your career and be aggressive in going after your goals by taking the initiative by taking the training you need to advance your career. There are companies that have partnered ...
Views: 1300(1 vote) - The best Embedded Training. - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from AVASHESH UPADHYAYWhat is Embedded System An embedded system is a special-purpose computer system, which is completely encapsulated by the device it controls. An embedded system has specific requirements and performs pre-defined tasks, unlike a general-purpose personal computer. An embedded ...
Views: 692(1 vote) - The Chronological Resume - The Pros And Cons - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Sarika PeriwalYour resume should be able to convince a person within the space of about half a minute that you are a person they need to meet with; that here is a person that deserves an interview. So this half minute of attention from a prospective employer that you have, is what you have to use to get ...
Views: 5003(1 vote) - The Eight best ways to network - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Craig Nathanson1. First and most important, decide exactly what you want to do. Many people network with the wrong people because they have not figured out what they want to do. 2. Network with people who are doing exactly what you want to do. Many people waste their time on social networks with people ...
Views: 1527(1 vote) - The Flat Fee Recruitment Is A Famous Recruitment Choice For Businesses - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2012 from Jennifer ObodoThe low cost or flat fee staffing is quickly turning into the recruitment model in an industry all around the world, especially in the United Kingdom. This is rising as the one of the most preferred employ choice for the big majority of the businesses in the UK due to the advantages of internet ...
Views: 1059(1 vote) - The Job Search Within - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2013 from Danielle DayriesAs you ring in the New Year this year and develop resolutions to better yourself throughout 2013, consider the area of life where you spend around 1/3 of your day… your job. Finding an enjoyable job can not only bring more happiness into your life, but also make you more successful in your ...
Views: 1066(1 vote) - The Killer Question - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Robert ShindellSometimes, the simplest question can be the most difficult. How many times have you been asked the following question? “So, tell me a little about yourself.” I've always been an advocate of getting the most difficult things out of the way first. So to help you prepare for job interview ...
Views: 1241(1 vote) - The mindset of Abundance - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2013 from Kelly RoachFor many individuals it is a life long quest to achieve financial security, career and business success. As a Senior Vice President for a Fortune 500 Firm and a business coach, I have worked with, guided and mentored hundreds of business leaders. What has shocked me the most over the years ...
Views: 1228(2 votes) - The Myth About Job Security And How You Can Make A Career Change - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2010 from Ieishah EdwardsGiven the current economic state of affairs, you can no longer rely on job security, pensions and the like – but you can depend on yourself. You need to re-evaluate your current lifestyle from a different prospective. Think about this…instead of asking yourself whether the way you are living, ...
Views: 1093(1 vote) - The Number One Tip For Working In Information Technology - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Complete ITProfessionalWhen I started working in IT, I was provided with some very useful advice. It made sense to me at the time, but only after I had more experience did I fully realise how important it was. It’s something I’ve been putting into practice ever since. This piece of advice was in the form of four ...
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