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- Real Work At Home Jobs - Are There Any Good Ones Left? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2008 from Jeff CasmerHeres the scary truth about real work at home jobs, they are few and far apart. Yes, you can find them; yes there are many legitimate work at home companies out there, but many of them have hundreds of candidates banging on their door. Its not that scams override real work at home jobs; its that ...
Views: 1151 - Companies Self-destruct When Workplace Bullies Run Amok! - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Yancey Thomas JrI have vivid memories of being bullied when I was in the fourth grade. Darrell would line me and other classmates up each morning and extort our lunch money under threat of beating us to a pulp! Darrell had already missed about two grades and towered over everyone. We were thoroughly ...
Views: 1013 - So You Want To Be a Police Officer - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2008 from Kathi Calahan, Career CoachIf you're thinking of becoming a police officer, there are some obvious pros and cons to the job. Consider the downside of the profession before applying: It's a very dangerous job. The U.S. Labor Department rates police work number 5 in The Most Dangerous Jobs in America. After many years of ...
Views: 1714(2 votes) - Grant Writing: Another Scope Of Easy Money - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2008 from matt traversoEmerging demand of professional writing has also developed the scope for grant writing. One of the most important writing forms in demand these days, grant writing is a great option for writers who are looking to expand their niches. Most important element that such form of writing requires is ...
Views: 828 - Grant Writing: Another Scope of Easy Money - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2008 from matt traversoEmerging demand of professional writing has also developed the scope for grant writing. One of the most important writing forms in demand these days, grant writing is a great option for writers who are looking to expand their niches. Most important element that such form of writing requires is ...
Views: 738 - Nursing Programs-How to Become a Nurse - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2008 from Marina SmileyA career in the medical field is a good choice nowadays. Due to increased demand for healthcare professionals, a career in nursing is especially popular. Nursing educational programs vary a great deal, and sometimes it is difficult to choose which program better fits one's ambition, age, or ...
Views: 1107 - Unwritten Rules to Follow on the Job - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Todd HicksA job is more than just something that brings you money and helps pay your bills. It is also your livelihood and an item that gives you satisfaction, pride and purpose. It hurts your dignity to lose your job. You are about to learn many things to avoid doing in order to keep your job. Do not ...
Views: 704 - The Best Executive Training Starts From The Mind - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2008 from Jordan ChengA powerful mind is the foundation of career success, and hence the key focus of executive training. History abounds with highly intelligent and talented individuals who failed to achieve the level of success equivalent to their innate capabilities. On the contrary, many super successful ...
Views: 644 - Writing Resumes For Federal Jobs - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2008 from Heather EagarSo you’re looking to land your first Federal job and are just about to start working on your resume. Stop right there. Before you put pen to paper (or fingers to keys), you should know that applying for Federal employment is different than the private sector. Federal guidelines require ...
Views: 855 - Cover Letters - So You Want To Write Great Cover Letters? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Catherine JonesWe are 4 interviewers and most of the cover letters we receive are just plain dull. They refer to the ‘attached resume’, indicate an interest in the job and ask for an interview. But good cover letters can do so much more than this – they can win you an ...We are 4 ...
Views: 1356 - Interview Answers To Popular Job Interview Questions - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Catherine JonesEvery job interview features two broad categories of questions: (1) Questions specific to the role, and (2) General questions. We have compiled a list of some of the general/popular questions and have given advice on each. Remember one thing though – no matter how good you ...
Views: 1161 - Greeting Card Tango: How To Impress, Not Stress, During The Holidays - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2008 from Lydia RamseyWhen it comes to holiday greeting cards, to send or not to send is often the question. Once you have decided in the affirmative, you then have to determine who to include on your list, what kind of card to choose and how to address the envelope. There are lots of reasons for sending those ...
Views: 1077 - Five Stumbling Blocks To Successful Networking And How To Overcome Them - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2008 from Lydia RamseyThe ability to connect with people is essential to success in any business. Professional networking events present opportunities to interact with others on a personal level and to develop profitable relationships. These occasions are critical for anyone who wants to grow a business or promote ...
Views: 1183 - Nine Questions To Ask Yourself Before You Head To The Office Party - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2008 from Lydia RamseyOne thing you can count on during the holiday season is the obligatory office party. No matter what the size of the organization, there is always an effort to bring coworkers together for one more moment of merriment. Some people look forward to the chance to mix and mingle outside the confines ...
Views: 1008 - Successfully Meeting And Greeting - Ten Strategies for Getting Off To A Good Start - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2008 from Lydia RamseyA day in the life of every businessperson is made up of a series of meetings and greetings. Whether you are making the initial contact with a client or a colleague, you want to get off on the right foot. Doing so will make the first encounter and subsequent ones go smoothly and easily. Getting ...
Views: 1018 - The Top Twelve E-Mail Mistakes That Can Sabotage Your Caree - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2008 from Lydia RamseyYou return to your office from an afternoon meeting and decide to check e- mail. You wonder where your day went after spending hours downloading messages, reading some, deleting others, crafting replies and filing those that you want to work on later. Your e-mail box was full when you arrived ...
Views: 977 - A Movie Maker's True 'Turning Point' - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2008 from Paul KyriaziAt age 30, I had directed two feature films. One I financed by going into debt and one I was hired to do, that gave me a salary, but no sharing in the profits when it became a hit. The credit for writing and directing "Death Machines" was more important. But now it was three years later and ...
Views: 1318 - Things To Consider When Considering Going Freelance - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2008 from David JohnsonBut it is important to be realistic about all aspects of becoming a freelancer, and to properly consider these before deciding whether to take the plunge and go freelance yourself. Here, we will present a balanced view of the pros and cons of going freelance so that anyone about to make this ...
Views: 696 - What Do I Do After Film School - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Paul KyriaziI get this question a lot and have a serious opinion about it: The most important thing is to always keep your shingle hanging out, saying "I am a freelance director." Never say, "Ah I gave that up." Even if you have other jobs, never tear up your business card. Keep contact with all active ...
Views: 1164 - 5 Core Career Skills You Need To Stay Strong - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2008 from Jordan ChengYou can become much more successful by just concentrating your effort on building five core career skills! These career skills are unique and powerful! They enable you to unleash much greater potential by tapping the unlimited resources from the most awesome asset - your mind power. Whether ...
Views: 951 - Resume Templates - Worried Your Resume Won't Meet The Grade? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Catherine JonesGoogle "resume templates" and you’ll find a lot of websites which provide blank resume examples. Many will list the resume or CV headings and give you some general information about what to include under each heading and no more. But when you’re struggling to find the right words ...
Views: 1057 - Type And Career Fit - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2008 from Brian Schwartz“Know Thyself”: The Key to Finding Your Life’s Work This is the first in a series of articles that will help people and their organizations achieve better career fit. We believe that successful enterprises in the 21st Century will be defined by the strength of alignment between company mission ...
Views: 2306 - Minding Your Global Manners - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2008 from Lydia RamseyTo say that today's business environment is becoming increasingly more global is to state the obvious. Meetings, phone calls and conferences are held all over the world and attendees can come from any point on the globe. On any given business day you can find yourself dealing face-to-face, ...
Views: 1008 - Working With The Disabled - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2008 from Lydia RamseySince Congress passed the Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990, people who previously had limited or no access to public places now move about with a degree of ease in the workplace. While these people have their challenges with sight, hearing or movement, those who work with them are often ...
Views: 994 - Got Voice Mail? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2008 from Lydia Ramsey"There's not anybody who really cares about using voice messaging the way I envisioned it." According to Gordon Matthews, the inventor of voice mail, he never anticipated that his automated message system would be used to confuse and frustrate business callers. He didn't foresee how many ways ...
Views: 918 - Properly Preparing For an Interview Makes You Feel Brand New! - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2008 from Yancey Thomas JrNot preparing for an interview is probably the number one mistake most job interviewees make! As a job applicant, you must learn the answers to job interview questions the employer may ask. “What are your goals?” “Where do you see yourself in five years?” “Why are you the best person for the ...
Views: 924 - Private Eye Schools - How To Choose A Quality Private Eye School - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2008 from Dean CaporellaWhen searching for private eye schools consider there is a difference between simply taking a course and learning from an ebook. Online education is available on just about any topic today and in the world of private investigation getting an edge on your rival when chasing that elusive job ...
Views: 1272 - Solving The Utensil Puzzle - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2008 from Lydia RamseyMany people know how to navigate place settings and know when to use each utensil. How to hold those knives, forks and spoons, where to put them when you are not using them and what to do with them at the end of the course or the meal may still be a challenge. Glancing around you while dining ...
Views: 931 - Managing Messy Food - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2008 from Lydia RamseyFor the past month you have been attending more than the usual number of parties and receptions, and the end is not yet in sight. You knew before you arrived at these business related events that you were expected to be on your best professional behavior. No letting down your guard so you ...
Views: 1013 - Let's Start With The Soup - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2008 from Lydia RamseyMany a business meal starts with a soup course. Unless you have already begun by munching on the bread, this is your first opportunity to demonstrate your table manners-to impress or un-impress-your dining companions. Choosing the right spoon is step number one. If the table has been preset, ...
Views: 1007 - Leaving On A Jet Plane? Business Etiquette To Go - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2008 from Lydia RamseyBusiness travel is often a necessity whether you work for a Fortune 500 company or own a small home based business. Only so much business can be conducted by telephone, e-mail, computer and fax. There will come a day when you need to travel for business and how you conduct yourself will make all ...
Views: 1079 - Cell Phone Chaos - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2008 from Lydia RamseyLast week I accompanied a friend to a doctor’s office. The waiting room was packed. People were sitting on the floor, leaning against the wall and slumped over furniture. A few of the lucky ones had chairs. Everyone looked miserable. For the most part the only sounds were moaning, ...
Views: 1024 - Shaking Hands Throughout History And Around The World - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2008 from Lydia Ramsey"You can't shake hands with a clenched fist." - Indira Gandhi The most significant gesture in business and in life is a handshake. In many cultures it is the unspoken message that accompanies our words. A handshake often takes place when you meet someone new, when you are greeting someone you ...
Views: 1314 - The Good Jobs Ahead And Who Will Fill Them? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2008 from Bob CalkinIntroduction There is hardly a day goes by when we don't hear of organizations shedding jobs by downsizing, outsourcing to low wage countries, or automating work that was once done by people. None of us needs convincing that we live in turbulent and volatile economic times. On the other hand ...
Views: 1111 - Job Layoffs - Become Your Own Career Builder - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2008 from Kathi Calahan, Career CoachHave you lost your job? Do you know someone who has? Statistics back in October 2007 showed more than 146 Million people working in the U.S. During the first five months of 2008 the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics recorded more than 4,000 mass layoff events in the United ...
Views: 1024(1 vote) - How To Find Your Soul-Longing Career - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2008 from Kathi Calahan, Career CoachSome of us move from career to career, never really knowing where we belong. Others know right from the start where they are destined to make a living and then go out and do it. Cortney Litwin is just such a person. Growing up, she always had an interest in writing, astrology and public ...
Views: 1336(2 votes) - Praise And Appreciation: The Keys To Job Satisfaction? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Joanna PennPeople deeply desire recognition and acknowledgement for what they do. Studies have shown that employees are motivated by praise and appreciation before promotion or a bonus. A word of praise, a personalised email of encouragement or thanks can make all the difference to how people feel about ...
Views: 3224 - How To Earn 6 Figures As A Consultant - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Joanna PennThe word “consultant” is now used in many industries to describe specialised skilled individuals hired by companies to perform a specific job. Consultants are generally paid a premium, either as an employee on a large salary or as a contractor at a lucrative daily rate. If you want to improve ...
Views: 1389 - Australian Immigration Is Going To Open Door To World-class Education For Your Kids - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Ankur BhardwajIf you are a teacher or/and you're considering immigration to Australia for your family, you could soon be faced with a government who is planning to give kids in Australia the best education in the world. The world’s friendliest country has long been one of the most popular places ...
Views: 915 - Five Recession-Proof Careers For A Tight Economy - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Kelli SmithThe news keeps coming in, and it's not encouraging. Declining home prices and the resulting slowdown in the American economy have put manufacturers, investment bankers, and retail employees out of work. With less to spend on luxuries--and less credit from banks and lenders to draw on for large ...
Views: 754 - Six Tips For Balancing School And Work - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Kelli SmithGoing back to college? If so, don't quit your day job just yet. More and more students are finding they can stay employed during school by using flexible education options such as evening coursework, weekend schooling, and online classes. In fact, according to a January 2008 Seattle ...
Views: 784 - Launch Your Career In Caring - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Kelli SmithNursing assistants are a critical link in the health care chain. You can be the face that brightens a patient's day, a helping hand for basic tasks, and, for some patients, the key to maintaining dignity. Nursing assistants, also called nurse aides, typically have the most direct contact with ...
Views: 772 - Use Your Military Education Benefits Now - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Kelli SmithWhen veterans of World War II returned home, our government took care of them. In exchange for their service, Uncle Sam helped many of them buy a home, go to college, and get training for civilian work through the GI Bill of Rights. Although in a slightly different form, most of the educational ...
Views: 788 - The Ins And Outs Of Internships - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Kelli SmithIf you're looking to make the transition from final exams to full-time employee, an internship with a solid company could be the perfect stepping-stone. In fact, internships are fast becoming an integral part of the college experience. According to a 2006 survey from Vault.com, 84 percent of ...
Views: 816 - Showing Appreciation For Corporate Gifts - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Lydia RamseyHave you recently received a gift from someone with whom you do business? Were you the lucky recipient of a basket of gourmet foods, a plant for your office or a gift certificate for your favorite restaurant? Businesses are constantly looking for ways to show appreciation to their customers. ...
Views: 1093 - Making A Graceful Apology - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Lydia RamseyWe all make mistakes, but often it is hard to admit them and more difficult yet to say those key words, “I’m sorry.” When you have offended someone in business, a sincere apology is essential if you wish to continue the relationship and move on. Some times words are enough. ...
Views: 1140 - The Napkin Dilemma - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Lydia RamseyThe dinner napkin has been around for a long time, centuries in fact, and it has taken on a number of forms and uses. When meals were eaten entirely with your fingers, it was the size of a bath towel. It wasn't until the introduction of the fork in the seventeenth century when hands remained ...
Views: 1063 - Words That Sabotage Your Resume - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Alesia BenedictCreating a winning executive resume is a feat of strategy involving focus, wording, design, and content selection. To achieve a career marketing document that wins interviews, all areas of the strategy must be on-target and consciously used in the most effective manner. One of the most common ...
Views: 3951(2 votes) - Advancing Or Accepting A Buyer's Low Offer - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2008 from Dirk ZellerWhen representing sellers, I always requested that offers be faxed rather than the buyers agent personally presenting the offer to my clients. I was one of the first agents in the country to take this approach nearly 15 years ago. Today it is commonplace. It allows the agent and the sellers ...
Views: 938 - Sue's Tragedy - The Conclusion - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2008 from Toby MarshallThe Grad Most Wanted was in her 5th and final year at Uni and in April it was time to look for graduate roles. The Piranha Recruiting Frenzy really took off with huge give-aways, big functions and lots of marketing spend as the big firms competed for the best. Sue applied to 8 companies and 5 ...
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