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- How to Manage Time and Energy to Boost Personal Productivity - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Pat HeydlauffAre you stuck on the procrastination highway where productivity slows to a crawl and stress uncontrollably speeds up? Why, because you’d rather be doing something else, fear of failure or lack of organization? Or are you procrastinating just because you do not know how to manage your internal ...
Views: 1691(1 vote) - Why Inappropriate Dress at Work May Send the Wrong Message - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2010 from Diane CraigIn my book, eavesdropping is snooping. It may be accepted behaviour in spy novels and British mystery programs but unless your name is Inspector Poirot, eavesdropping is a no-no. Last week, I admit, I had an Inspector Poirot moment. Really. I couldn’t help myself because as I was having lunch ...
Views: 2505 - Tips to match your business attire to fit the country you are working in and traveling to - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Diane CraigAccording to the recent Ipsos/Reuters survey conducted in 24 countries around the world, there is considerable disagreement about business dress codes. That's not to say workplace attire is an international hot potato with daily conference calls between Brussels and Singapore thrashing out the ...
Views: 2602 - Unemployment Sucks. But, There is an Upside - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2010 from Michael TrustNo one ever wants to find themselves involuntarily unemployed. It’s a horrible feeling to get the news, to wonder about the bills, what to tell family and friends, and how hard it can be to land a new gig. It strips away part of one’s identity in many cases, especially if someone has been with ...
Views: 1044 - How To Become a Complementary Therapist, Holistic Practitioner or Spiritual Entrepreneur With a Plan! - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2010 from Iona MeadeWhether you have just become a therapist or have been running your holistic/spiritual practice for years, having a vision, a plan and a clear mental image of how you want align your private practice building with your desired lifestyle and what action steps to take is an essential ingredient to ...
Views: 2895 - College Grads - How to Size Up Headhunters - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Ken SundheimJust as in any professional field, the recruitment industry has it's ups and downs. Some recruiters are fantastic at what they do while other, to put it bluntly, are not. Variations in the quality of companies and the people that work for them are standard, regardless of the industry. However, ...
Views: 1774(2 votes) - Work as Child’s Play - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from George DutchThis work is child’s play! People who excel in their jobs often make it look easy and effortless. Like Robert Redford in the movie The Natural, they seem to have a knack, a flair, a talent for the core job duty; the same way Redfordís character had a natural talent for throwing and hitting a ...
Views: 1390 - Job Search Tips for College Grads: Seven Interview Tips for Success - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Patricia DorchJob Search Tips for College Grads Seven Interview Tips for Success By: PATRICIA DORCH Interviewing is an art of persuasion. It is essential you sell your unique promise of value by communicating your skills and achievements. During the interview listen to the interviewer’s needs and ...
Views: 612 - Professionals and business people use LinkedIn for their success - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Aumkii articleLinkedIn is the largest social networking website for building professional networking. At present LinkedIn has 70 million users who exchange their ideas regularly. This site is completely different from other websites like Facebook and Twitter. Other social media sites are used for friendship ...
Views: 725(1 vote) - The Dreaded Salary Question - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2010 from Michael TrustWe all have been there – an interview that seems to be going well and then out comes the 500 pound gorilla in the room – “what are you looking for in terms of salary”. There are a variety of ways to handle this and how you handle could make or break your candidacy. The best approach is not ...
Views: 1044(1 vote) - Why Coworkers Don't Make Good Facebook Friends - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Jessica SimkoWork life and Facebook – it seems like a never-ending discussion topic nowadays. There are many things to consider in regards to your personal and career brand. Yet so many people are either unaware of them or do not fully understand the ramifications of the content they might share online. For ...
Views: 7996(2 votes) - Business Management Courses- Customized To Give You A Better Tomorrow - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Yogesh KumarFor businesses to run properly and efficiently, the need for well qualified managers is very essential. The management is the soul of any organization and without a proper management team any business might go haywire. Due to diversity in business policies and use of global marketing strategies, ...
Views: 926 - Win in Today's Job Search: Don't Apply Online - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Peggy McKeeThe Old Job Search: Not too long ago, if you were in the job hunt, you’d see an ad, or maybe hear about a job opening from someone you know, and you’d turn in your resume or fill out an application to 15 or 20 companies total, get 3-4 interviews, get 1-2 offers, you’d take one, and it would ...
Views: 1851 - 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: 2004(1 vote) - 10 Mistakes Job Searchers Make - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from Alvah ParkerYou've started a job search. You are excited about the prospects of finding the perfect job. Of course you have a concern about how long the job search will take but you want to make sure your job search is effective. Here are some mistakes you'll want to avoid. 1. No strategy - Someone ...
Views: 2069 - Your Future Depends on Who You Select - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2010 from Dan CoughlinNews Flash #1: As the recession recedes, companies will start hiring more employees. News Flash #2: The people you choose to hire will be the single most important factor in the future success of your career. Of all the things you will do at work in the next six months, hiring the right ...
Views: 1437(4 votes) - Must I Leave My Company to Advance My Career? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Jane CranstonToo quickly, and too often the answer given to this question is “yes.” “Of course you have to move to get to the next level, make more money.” “Everyone knows home-growns are paid less.” True? Not necessarily, according to Monika Hamori, professor of Human Resource Management at the IE Business ...
Views: 2814 - Validation--Getting and Giving it at Work - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Jane CranstonI’ve been thinking about, and sharing with my executive coaching clients, the idea of validation. What I mean is the need of almost all of us to be told, in word or reaction, that who we are and what we contribute is relevant, valuable, and special. People on the job interview circuit ...
Views: 1647 - 10 Traps to Avoid When Starting A New Job - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Alvah ParkerEveryone wants to start a new job on the right foot. Having a strategy for making your mark in the first few weeks is a great idea. Here are 10 traps that can undermine your efforts during your first couple of months on the job. 1. Going against the cultural norms before you've looked to ...
Views: 1938 - 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: 2022 - 10 Ways to be a Successful Intern - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from Alex GlassOver the last three years I have had the privilege of interning at two incredible companies, All Star Directories and SeniorHomes.com, and during that time I have compiled some invaluable tips on how to be a successful intern. Here are some suggestions to help you make the most out of your ...
Views: 2540(2 votes) - 18 Golden Rules of an Interview/ Learn Amazing ways to win over the employer - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Lorissa WilsonLearn the golden rules that will guide you to the road to success. Remember you are being watch throughout the interview! BE READY! 1. Make a good impression, the interviewer will be watching every move you make. 2. The employer will be observing your body language 3. The first ...
Views: 4080 - Find Meaningful Work and Feel Fulfilled - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Alvah ParkerMeaningful and engaging work is the key to a profitable business. When people feel their work is meaningful the end result is a more productive office with a satisfied and fulfilled workforce. What do I mean by meaningful and engaging work? Here is a story to illustrate: There once was a ...
Views: 2193 - 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: 2009(1 vote) - 4 Top Reasons Your Job Search Struggles - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Ken MooreWhy is it that nearly every job seeker puts ten times the energy and effort into the job search than what they get back in return? To speak in business terms (and running your job search should be treated like a business), where’s the return-on-investment (ROI)? Hope is not enough. You hope ...
Views: 3536(2 votes) - 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: 2077(1 vote) - 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: 1795(2 votes) - Personal Branding Myth #2: Personal Branding is All About How You Look and Dress - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Brenda BenceLet's say you pick up a box of cookies at a supermarket because the packaging catches your eye. It looks upscale, gourmet, delicious. But, when you open the package and try one of the cookies, you're disappointed. The cookies don't taste terrible, mind you, but they don't taste any better than ...
Views: 2044 - Job Hunting: Promote Yourself - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Rebekah CockrellThe web is constantly changing, we all know that. What most of us don’t do is change with it. You need to go further than just sending in resumes if you want to compete for jobs. There are now plenty of new ways to promote yourself. For one, networking has gone online. Join social networking ...
Views: 1756(1 vote) - Education and Fulfillment - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Drew GerberI have a cousin who chose to become a carpenter rather than going to college. Fortunately for him and those who benefit from his beautiful work, he did not heed the many family members who told him he would fail and never make money without a college degree. Once while he was on vacation he ...
Views: 1616(1 vote) - Personal Branding Myth #1: Personal Branding Is All About Self-Promotion - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Brenda BenceThis couldn't be further from the truth! True personal branding is not superficial. It's more about understanding who you - and, therefore, 'YOU™' - are. That's right - the Trademarked You. This is how you are like shampoo. But just like in corporate branding, no matter how much money a company ...
Views: 1168 - Leadership Resolutions - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Paul BurgessA new year, and in this case a new decade, often finds us looking back on our lives and thinking about what we’d like to be different in the future. I always get intensively reflective around this time, looking at past mistakes and bad habits, but quickly shifting my focus to the year ahead and ...
Views: 1633(6 votes) - 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: 2385(3 votes) - We All Need to Continue to Learn - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Suzanne Saxe-RouxAnyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young. Henry Ford (1863-1947) American Industrialist In some respect or another we are all lifelong learners. Sometimes the teachers are found ...
Views: 1533(1 vote) - Online Distance Learning Education: Changing Careers with Advertising Certificate Courses - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from David AlexanderThe field of advertising has experienced exponential growth in recent years. This is one of the identified reasons why many people have been seeking advertising certificate courses either to jumpstart a new career or enhance an existing one. Online distance learning education in advertising ...
Views: 973(1 vote) - Attitude Is Everything - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Alexandria JoyStuck in a rut? Feel like you've hit a plateau at work? Not sure what to do next to get your career progression into gear? Then it might be time to take a look at your attitude. Just what attitude am I referring to? There are many positive attitudes that can enhance your career advancement - a ...
Views: 1678(1 vote) - Hiccups Can Sometimes Be a Handup - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Alexandria JoyIt's a fact of life that everyone makes mistakes and the busier you are and the more you do, the more mistakes you will make. The important differentiating factor between ordinary people and extraordinary people is how well they deal with these inevitable ups and downs of life. The ...
Views: 1475 - The Art of Conversation in Building Business Relationships - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Alexandria JoyYour success in every area of life will be influenced by the relationships you develop and maintain. The ability to communicate and converse with confidence and clarity is a key trait that will help you get to the top of your profession and field. Without making these business relationships or ...
Views: 1538(1 vote) - Great Companies Grow Their Leaders - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Alexandria JoyWe live in an interesting world, would you agree? Companies it seems, are rising and falling faster than ever before. Technology, globalization and the speed of communication has totally changed the workplace environment. Yet even in these fickle times, some companies and brands endure. More ...
Views: 1620(3 votes) - Healthcare Recruiting for Physical Therapy - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Brad JonesHealthcare recruiting for physical therapy is gaining prominence as many studies have shown that there are shortages throughout the physical therapy profession as well in healthcare facilities that employ physical therapists. The structured healthcare recruiting services of dependable healthcare ...
Views: 1849 - 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: 1954(1 vote) - How to Prepare Yourself for a Job in Retail - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from James TomersonThere is no dearth of job opportunities in the retail industry for qualified professionals. Whether you want to occupy a job in retail sales, retail marketing, store management or central management, you have a host of career possibilities to choose from. However, you should prepare yourself in ...
Views: 3171 - Preceptorships (or Job Shadowing): Great Career Builder - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Peggy McKeeAre you looking to transition into a new career? Whether you are being forced to move on because of the current economic situation, or whether you’re one of the millions of adults switching careers just because you’re ready for a change, consider job shadowing to give yourself a boost. Job ...
Views: 1811 - Post-Interview Follow Up Tips: After The Thank You Note - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Peggy McKeeCandidates often ask me, “Post-interview, how long should I wait AFTER I send the thank you note to contact the hiring manager again? What should I say? Should I call or email again?“ The post-interview follow up period can feel like the trickiest of situations for candidates. Push too ...
Views: 2622 - “Crafting” the Jobs We Have into the Jobs We Want - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Matt SeitzWant to change the jobs your employees have into the jobs they want? Try a new concept called job crafting – an easy way for your employees to create the jobs they want from the jobs they already have. The best part is that your organization can reap the rewards of a happier, motivated, and more ...
Views: 1072 - Time Management - Bridge from Failure to Success - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Behnam BakhshandehBridge the gap from failure to success with scheduling. Time management! What a concept! I think everyone loves to have their hand and their control on the dials and control of their time. Don’t you? In this short article, I do my best to give you some access to the way you are relating to ...
Views: 3133(2 votes) - ***The Job Search - “They can hear you in your pajamas.” (and taking the job search seriously) - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2010 from Michelle RiklanWe live in a world today that brings a completely new meaning to “multi-tasking”. Potential employers call about our résumé while we’re driving to the soccer field and deals are negotiated in the supermarket produce section. With virtual offices, tele-conferences, e-summits and Skype, we need ...
Views: 8937(3 votes) - PERSONAL LEADERSHIP - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Ann VaninoFor me, leadership is personal. It starts with the individual. Each person brings who they are to the task of leading. If you are a leader or aspire to leadership, I ask you: Is all well in your world? Are you happy? Are you operating at maximum efficiency? If your answer is “yes”, then the ...
Views: 1730(4 votes) - Personality - Presence - Magnetism - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2012 from Rick GettlePersonality – Presence - Magnetism (Book Excerpt From: Succes Academy "Successercising - Successful Living Course Series - Course #2 “Building Your Personality, Presence, Magnetism, And Relationship Skills”) Listed #1 Out Of 11,000,000 On Google Under “Personality – Presence - ...
Views: 2808 - How to Tell When Someone is Lying - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Ray GraggLying is stressful for the liar due to the individual’s need to monitor 1) their story, 2) eye contact, 3) facial expression, 4) tone of voice, 5) body position and movements, and 6) general attitude all at the same time. This multitasking makes it extremely difficult for anyone to keep track of ...
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