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- How Many Contacts and Resumes Are Enough? 10, 100, 1,000? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Peggy McKeeHow many contacts and resumes are enough? That is an excellent question. Perhaps the answer is simpler and at the same time more frustrating than we would like. As success driven people, we like concrete answers with concrete solutions performed in a concrete, fixed period of time. Yet, in this ...
Views: 2122 - Love My Work Hate My Job - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Jane Cranston“Love my work, hate my job” is the lament of too many people. Since layoffs appear to have reduced in numbers and the workplace seems to be settling into the new normal, people have the luxury of contemplating whether they're happy in the workplace. Being out of work, or even the threat of ...
Views: 5968 - Dusting Off - The Old Résumé - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Lisa Parker, CPRW, CEIPIn May 2010, the Georgia Department of Labor reported that over 57,000 initial unemployment claims were filed with Atlanta leading other state regions in claims; reporting just over 28,000. If you are a statistic of the 10.2% unemployed citizens in the state of Georgia, you know ...
Views: 1793 - What is your Personal Watermark? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Kelly MarquetNow, I don’t mean just your financial contribution …What I mean is what will your kids, grandkids and so-on remember you for? What did you do to make a difference in this world? Their world. We know that at this time is very different than how our parents lived and VERY different than the ...
Views: 1542(7 votes) - Unexpected Riches: The Six Advantages College Grads Have in a Job Search - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Brenda BenceAs a college student getting ready to graduate, do you find yourself worrying that you’re at a disadvantage in the job pool because you don’t have as much experience as older applicants? If so, you’ll be glad to hear that you have some definite advantages while looking for a job just by virtue ...
Views: 1380 - Job Search Tip - Join LinkedIn Today - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from Peggy McKeeLinkedIn is an amazing professional career tool and perhaps an even more amazing job search and prospecting tool. With over 65,000,000 members (and adding thousands of new members daily), this social networking service is your ticket to a world of career connections that would have been possible ...
Views: 2212(1 vote) - 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: 1977(4 votes) - Job Search Technique - Find Hiring Managers on Social Networks - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Peggy McKeeHmmm... Being unemployed stinks. Finding a job is a killer. How do I find the job? Why don't I begin by finding the hiring manager instead? If I can do that, I might be on my way to getting the position that I want. Maybe online social networks offer the key I need to unlock the doors to the job ...
Views: 1787 - Getting the Most Out of Your Time - For Further Education - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Jessica EballarWith time management, it’s easy to detect the time wasters and get rid of them with discipline. And with billable hours, it's just a matter of using time and billing software. But what about those activities that further your professional skills? There’s so much information out there, it’s easy ...
Views: 1690 - Get The Job You Want (Even If You’re Already In It) - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Dave NealI spent a month in Europe after college (thanks Dad). I was 22 and had never been out of the country, barely able to speak my own language much less anyone else’s, with little more than a train pass, some traveler’s checks, and some dry shampoo. When I got home, I bragged most about how I’d ...
Views: 1194 - Volunteer Your Way to Success - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from lisa mcleodWhich is harder, trying to get a job or trying to keep one? With 14.8 million people unemployed, job competition has never been stiffer. If you’ve already got a job, there are plenty of people out there who are quite eager to take your place. And if you’re looking for work, you already ...
Views: 928(1 vote) - The Art of Intuition - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Dr. Marilyn ParkinThe College of Medical Intuition Program is a two-year distance/residential-learning program with a virtual campus located in Vancouver, Canada. The purpose of such a program is for the establishment of structure and integration of Medical Intuition into our present medical model. It is an ...
Views: 2419(3 votes) - WHAT DOES GOOGLE SAY ABOUT YOU? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Cheryl Palmer“In a(n) . . . ExecuNet survey about reputation management and Internet presence, 86 percent of executive recruiters say they routinely scour online sources for information that goes beyond a candidate’s résumé. Nearly 7-in-10 search firm consultants say that executive job candidates’ prospects ...
Views: 1138 - Understand Your Child’s Nature to give the Right Career Guidance - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Gauri BatraParents today are so concerned with getting their child to excel in school that they don’t even bother to consider what their child’s unique qualities are. At the same time, many are interested, but don’t know how to go about doing so. If you wish to give your child the best career guidance, it ...
Views: 1249 - More Skills to Develop Before Your Interview - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2010 from Peggy McKee"A" players demonstrate many strong competencies on a consistent and convincing basis. As a medical sales professional, having these items clearly in your mind is a great way to structure your performance, develop your resume, present your experience, and understand your own weaknesses. Some ...
Views: 1758(4 votes) - Quick tips for international jobs - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2010 from S.C. MishraWhether you have completed your college, are planning to change your current job or are just looking for a change, it’s a good idea to look into getting international jobs. It’s not just that these jobs are worth considering in terms of giving a bulge to your pocket, it’s also that you can gain ...
Views: 756 - The 3 Don'ts of 360 Feedback - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Chuck Reynolds3 Don’ts of 360 Feedback 360 feedback can be an excellent instrument in the hands of trained experts, but 360 feedback essentially is a tool. It’s much like a hammer – a hammer can be used constructively, to build things, but in inexperienced hands it can also be destructive, or even ...
Views: 1587(3 votes) - 4 Years of Fun Only to Join the "Rat Race" - Specific Information Every College Grad Should Know - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Ken SundheimRecent College Graduates - Interview Expectations and Job Selection Advice Why You Are Interviewing? The obvious answer to this question is that you need a job. However, this kind of thought will land you at a company which you are not happy working at. Instead, think of it this way: you ...
Views: 945 - Career Development: Are You as Good as Your Word? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2010 from Dorothy Tannahill-MoranA concept I don’t think gets talked about too much as it relates to a person’s career growth is integrity. Integrity sometimes sounds stiff and too conceptual but there are aspects to it that are so critical to your success that it bears pointing out – repeatedly. In the world of work (and ...
Views: 2911 - Bullies At Work: Exceeding Corporate Limits - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Gwendolyn WardWhen a friend asked me to write about workplace bullying, I remembered the first time I was bullied by a senior manager. She told me I was doing a great job but needed to learn how to “kiss her a#$” (her words) for a promotion. Her boldness took me off guard and I blurted, “that aint NEVER going ...
Views: 1481 - Grown-Ups in Mirror May Be the Total Opposite of How They Appear - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Michelle WardHave you noticed lately that the person you’ve been worshiping isn’t as “perfect” or “together” as they seem? Take that friend you envy for her freelance writing career, for example. You see her & think “Someone can make a living as a writer? Awesome!” You might have even been thinking of her ...
Views: 882 - Five Great Ways to Sabotage Your Career - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Marsha EganSo many times, people don’t realize how easily they can sabotage their careers, unknowingly, they will do or not do things that hold them back. Here are five cautionary behaviors: Pretending that there are no politics: sometimes people take the view that they are not going to acknowledge or ...
Views: 1727(1 vote) - How to make BIG changes in your life when you are stuck! - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Craig NathansonWhy big changes are important when feeling stuck Do you feel stuck in your life now? Feeling stuck can be a result of many factors. It can be financial problems, loss of job, loneliness, boredom, or just a sense of angst about your life and direction. It might be that your days are busy, and ...
Views: 11979(2 votes) - Job Wanted? Personal Brand Strategies for Employability - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Daryl GreenIntroduction With fierce competition for limited jobs, many people wonder if they will be able to land a good job. Unfortunately, the economic situation feels like a bad dream. With a weak job growth, many U.S. jobs will continue to be outsourced globally or automated through technology. In ...
Views: 707 - Are Your Parents Still Influencing Your Career Choices? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Laurel DonnellanNo matter your age or position, your parents are probably still influencing your career path choices. As a career professional I see the impact of parenting and family work values on career choices for clients whether they are 14 or 64 years of age. The problem with parents being so ...
Views: 1696 - Do You Fear Success? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Laurel DonnellanIt has surprised me how many of my clients struggle with the fear of success. For some, this fear stems from being successful in the past and associating success with loss. These losses include lack of privacy, health problems and serious damage to important personal relationships. In this ...
Views: 1377 - Master This Habit To Soar - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2010 from Barbara WaymanI once read a story about a boy who received a very expensive art kit from his grandparents for his birthday. He loved art so he saved the kit for when he felt like he was a better artist. Finally one day he went to get the kit and couldn’t find it. He asked his mother if she’d seen it and ...
Views: 1252 - How to Set and Achieve Goals - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Cassandra VillaLife is a journey. Not just any journey, but the most fantastic journey in the universe. Life is a journey from where you are to where you want to be. You can choose your own destination. Not only that, you can choose how you are going to get there. Goal setting will help you end up where ...
Views: 1099(1 vote) - NEGOTIATING WITH SKILL AND EASE - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Ann VaninoIf you want to be a leader and to succeed in your workplace, knowing how to negotiate effectively is a must. Attaining good negotiation skills will help you in all areas of your life. NEGOTIATING PRINCIPLES Here are four principles I employ for negotiating with skill and ...
Views: 2827(6 votes) - Creating a Web Presence for Your Job Search - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Heather EagarMany people don’t realize just how important it is to create a positive web presence when in the midst of a job search. Unfortunately, it is almost inevitable that a major employer will spend some time Google-ing you before they decide whether they want to consider you as a candidate. So instead ...
Views: 1483 - With Every End, There is a New Beginning - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Lisa MininniFor millions of graduating students, this time of year brings an end to familiar surroundings and leads to brand new beginnings in just a few short months. This transition period is not unlike a new entrepreneur starting up a business or a seasoned business owner trying new projects, a new ...
Views: 6765(6 votes) - Why Twitter Is Great for Executive Job Searches - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Heather EagarYou’ve probably been hearing people rant and rave about how great Twitter is for job searches for a couple of years now. But it’s hard to imagine that this one site could make a difference when you only get to use 140 characters to post your thoughts. On the contrary, the site has made ...
Views: 1231 - IS YOUR CREATIVITY SUPPORTED OR STIFLED AT WORK? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Ann Vanino“The new corporate contract is that we’ll offer you an opportunity to express yourself and grow, if you promise to leash yourself to our dream, at least for a while.” - John Sculley, former Apple CEO Creativity is self-expression. One of my favorite business books is David Whyte’s The Heart ...
Views: 1941(2 votes) - Business and Personal Development Training for Your MLM Success - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Daniel PetrucelliIt's amazing to me just how many people go to a hotel presentation or a home party and see a presentation, get excited about the products, buy them and join a MLM or Network Marketing business. The majority of these people buy on emotion. After all, that's what sales are all about right? Yes, ...
Views: 969 - 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: 6483(3 votes) - Networking Hurdles - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Jane CranstonI'm always surprised at how many of my executive career coaching clients are hesitant to contact former colleagues and supervisors when they need advice or information. I call these their “networking hurdles.” It seems particularly true when they’re looking for a job. Why is that? I gave it some ...
Views: 1639(1 vote) - Why Should I Join LinkedIn? - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Peggy McKeeIf you haven't joined LinkedIn by now, you should. There are over 65 million professionals involved in LinkedIn, making it the most significant online business network around. Don't make the mistake of thinking of it in the same terms as Facebook or Twitter (although they have their place). ...
Views: 2583(2 votes) - 5 Things I Believe about Leadership - by Submitted on May 26, 2010 from Billy ArcementThere are a myriad of characteristics attributed to great leaders in the literature on leadership. I’ve chosen five that are critical for everyone seeking to lead. Not fully appreciating or understanding the ramifications of not following these ideas can lead to misery for a leader. How do you ...
Views: 2541(4 votes) - First Impressions Last! - by Submitted on May 24, 2010 from Siobhan SimsThe following article by Siobhan was published in The Kilkenny People 29 February 2008 EVERYONE knows that starting a new job is stressful. You want to make the right impression and want to be able to do your best. You may be having the following worries: - What are they going to think ...
Views: 2116(2 votes) - 3 Easy Ways to Strengthen Your Online Brand Identity - by Submitted on May 22, 2010 from Peggy McKeeYour personal brand is nothing more (or less) than the image you project to others. It’s the whole (although abbreviated) picture of who you are and what you do–professionally. Online, it’s the sum of the parts. A large (maybe the whole) purpose of creating and maintaining an online brand is ...
Views: 2100(1 vote) - Should I stay or should I go? - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from Siobhan SimsThe following article by Siobhan Sims was published in The Kilkenny People 15 February 2008. I OFTEN have people ask me should they stay in their jobs for money or should they follow their heart and possibly take a job which may leave them happy but broke. I always tell these people to go ...
Views: 1503(1 vote) - 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: 2000(2 votes) - Recession Resilient IT Jobs - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from S.C. MishraIn October 1929, the world rocked with a financial crash that led to severe depression and the naming of Black Friday. They say history repeats itself and never has it proved to be truer then when The Great Wall Street Crash was reenacted nearly 80 years later. But, the good news is that, ...
Views: 922(1 vote) - Features Of A Winning Resume - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Sarika PeriwalTypically yours is one of dozens (if not more) resumes that a potential employer is sifting through to short list candidates for the interview for any job. So if your resume is not able to say anything special or if it does not set itself apart from others on a qualitative basis, then chances ...
Views: 1516(2 votes) - Career Advice: Less Computer, More Face Time - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Elizabeth FreedmanHere’s a math problem for you: Take a look at your life over the past days, weeks, or months, and compare how much you spent in front of a screen (including phone, computer, TV), with how much time you spent face-to-face with someone. If you’re like a lot of us, the screen time wins out over ...
Views: 1133(1 vote) - 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: 2021(1 vote) - Getting Re-Hired By The Company That Laid You Off - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Elizabeth FreedmanAs the economy starts to slowly get back on its feet, companies are also slowly starting to rehire. You loved your old job and would like nothing more than to be rehired by your former employer. How to get back on the short list when your company starts hiring again? Here are a few ...
Views: 1017(1 vote) - Choose Your Career Wisely - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from S.C. MishraSales and Marketing Jobs – A common myth about a sales career is that working in sales will give you more ‘control over your life’. When doing a job in sales, especially if you’ve got a marketing manager job, your life will be more exciting and adventurous then it ever was, owing to the fact ...
Views: 1065(1 vote) - How Much is Too Much When It Comes to Careers? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Elizabeth FreedmanWe’ve been told to be assertive, and ask for what we want – but do we cross the line when it comes to our careers? As a former fundraiser, I was taught to ask for the money – we can’t expect people to read our minds or to hand over their checkbooks. And, I’ve seen enough ‘Oprah’ by now to know ...
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