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- Make More Money with Your Nutrition Education - by Submitted on May 06, 2008 from Cindy PappYou have completed, or nearly completed, your nutrition education. So now what? As you decide on your path the questions arise. Do you want a job? Do you want to work for yourself? The type of education you have will help you make this decision. Your training will determine if you are a ...
Views: 3726 - What?! Luck Comes from Hard Work? - by Submitted on May 05, 2008 from Karla BrandauWhen I complained about my lack of luck to a friend of mine, she quoted Thomas Jefferson, 3rd president of the United States, who said, "I'm a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work, the more I have of it." It is easy to be scared of real work. Thomas Edison, American inventor ...
Views: 942 - How To Ace The "Greatest Weakness" Interview Question? - by Submitted on May 04, 2008 from CK TanWhy do employers always ask the "greatest weakness" interview question? It seems like they are trying to throw you off. I mean, you rehearse the answer to every possible question that you can think of, and then they ask, "What do you think your greatest weakness is?" Job interviews are ...
Views: 1580 - Resume Tips For Career Fairs And Online Job Banks - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Heather EagarIf you’re all set to attend a career fair – or are looking to post your resume on an online job bank – and are concerned about how to create a resume for companies you have yet to meet, you are not alone. Fortunately, there are ways to create great resumes capable of catching ...
Views: 583 - Tips on Combating Nervousness During a Job Interview - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from CK TanCombating nervousness is essential if you want to appear calm, confident and employable at a job interview. Nerves can only get the best of you if you let them. When is the last time you were nervous over something? You didn't stay nervous forever. You may have even felt silly afterward for ...
Views: 1114 - Taking Charge Of Your Career - Small Changes Reap Great Rewards - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from CK TanTaking charge of your career has never been more vital than it is now. In the past, employers used to reward employees who had worked with them for a while. People were promoted based on job experience and company loyalty, but not anymore. If you want a promotion, you have to work for it. You ...
Views: 691 - Can You Really Afford Taking A Year off Work? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2008 from CK TanTaking a year off work takes planning, but it can be done. In fact, more people than ever before are taking breaks from work. A college student may choose to take a year off before entering the work force. Parents may take a year off after having a new baby. While the reasons vary, the planning ...
Views: 2532 - The Champagne Corks Have Been Popping To Celebrate Your Promotion - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2008 from Gina GardinerThe champagne corks have been popping to celebrate your promotion. You have a well paid job you love - it's really interesting. You are using your talents to the full and your boss really values your contribution! If you recognise yourself in the statement above - congratulations! If you ...
Views: 1071 - Side Jobs - What Your Employer Will Never Tell You - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2008 from CK TanThe number of employees with side jobs is on the rise because people just can't make it on one paycheck. The only answer for many people is to run a business on the side or take a second, part time job. While many employers encourage employees to seek outside employment, others are worried that ...
Views: 1017 - How to Handle Discrimination Tactfully During Interview Process? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2008 from CK TanOn the job discrimination is more common than you might think, and you need to know how to handle discrimination when, not if, it becomes an issue in your workplace. This is a lot easier if you already have a job, but what if you feel that you are being discriminated during the interview ...
Views: 980 - Help for Ex-offenders looking for Jobs: Body Language - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from Eric MayoWhen looking for a job, just as important as the words we use is the message that our bodies are sending. The person that shows that he not only has the skills to get the job done, but can fit in with the people that are already there and presents a positive attitude will get the job. You ...
Views: 1627 - Sorry No More - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2008 from Julie CohenDo you find yourself saying “I’m sorry” too often at work? Have you noticed a pattern of prefacing feedback or sharing of your ideas with an “I’m sorry, but?” Clients often come to me noticing their overuse of this phrase and the negative impact it has on ...
Views: 1191 - Telephone Interview Tips - Land Your Dream Job - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2008 from CK TanTelephone interview tips can help you land your dream job. How? The amount of telephone job interviews conducted by employers has dramatically risen over the past five years and the trend shows no signs of slowing. This is mainly due to the fact that employers are searching for ideal candidates ...
Views: 868 - Taxi School & Becoming ATaxi Driver - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2008 from David BusterBecoming a taxi driver means you can earn as much as $300 a shift or more than $1,000 per week. However, this can only happen for you if you know how to get around the city the best ways. To learn your way around, you will need to take some training to be a taxi driver. Attending a taxi school ...
Views: 2097 - Your Resume's Design - How Important Is It? - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2008 from Heather EagarThe thought of writing a resume can be intimidating to say the least. There is so much to consider that the process can easily leave you too exhausted to continue – even before you start. What’s worse is if you have no idea how to create the design – or even how important the ...
Views: 635 - Fnding Your Dream Job - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from April MimsI recently read a statistic that two-thirds of the working population is unhappy in their job. Can you believe that? That is an ASTOUNDING number! Just think about how much time we spend at work and how that affects the rest of our life! Is this just something we need to accept as reality or ...
Views: 1132 - Creating Your Dynamic Elevator Speech - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2008 from Dale KurowSo, what’s an elevator speech, and how do you get one? What Is It? An elevator speech is a short (15-30 second, 150 word) sound bite that succinctly and memorably introduces you. It spotlights your uniqueness. It focuses on the benefits you provide. And it is delivered effortlessly. ...
Views: 1195 - How To Start Your Carrer From Culinary Schools - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from David YuiCulinary art schools are part of the fashion world and are the foundation for many high-profile chefs. Culinary art schools are responsible for turning out some of the flashiest and most impressive new kings and queens of the kitchen. Culinary art schools are unique in terms of the variety of ...
Views: 807 - Does Your Handshake Match Your Speaking Voice? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Nancy DanielsWhat does your handshake say about you? Confident, diffident, overbearing, wimpy? Does the sound of your speaking voice match the grip of your handshake? In teaching voice improvement, I have found through the years that those whose speaking voices are weak or wimpy very often follow through ...
Views: 1740(1 vote) - ABCO Computer Certification Is An Investment In Your Professional Development - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2008 from Michel ThapaThere are several types of computer training course available to the person seeking to learn about computers today. Generally the term computer training comprises everything related to the computer as a whole. This training consists of lessons on the various parts of the computer, their ...
Views: 639 - IT Resume Services - Your Ticket To High-Tech Success - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Heather EagarIf you are an IT professional and are looking for a job, then you have lots of competition. That means you can’t leave your job search to chance. You need a professional resume – one written by an IT resume services company. When you work with IT resume services, you’ll get ...
Views: 611 - Why Do I Hate My Job - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2010 from M.Farouk RadwanWhy do some people hate their jobs? Why do we sometimes hate to do a certain task? Why do we sometimes hate to travel by car and prefer the train? Why do we hate doing certain things? This article will provide the with answers to all of these questions in addition to giving you the reason ...
Views: 1010 - The Complete Guide To Spotting Computer Spies & Recording Devices - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2008 from Anil YadavCan you be absolutely sure, that your activity isn't being monitored and recorded right now, while you're reading this? The problem with many people is, because they're alone in a room with their computer, they think that no body can be watching. If only they knew how easy it is to plant a ...
Views: 1647 - To Be Or Not To Be -- An -An Entrepreneur! - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Kathy ThompsonHow long have you been asking yourself, "Should I go in business for myself?" You will need to know two things. Should I be in business for myself? If so, which business should I be in? Are you--- Good at handling money, A risk taker, Creative, Domineering, Ambitious, Analytical, ...
Views: 1330 - Cover Letters; A Summary Of What To Include - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2008 from Luke HoldenCover letters are vital additions to resumes and CVs when trying to secure that first interview. Whilst resumes can sometimes be general in topic and information, a cover letter should be completely unique to the company at hand. This article will attempt to explain the different types of cover ...
Views: 1032 - All About Computer Viruses - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from Sonia SoodFeel Free to reprint this article in newsletters and on websites, with resource box included. If you use this article, please send a brief message to let me know where it appeared: Your computer is as slow as molasses. Your mouse freezes every 15 minutes, and that Microsoft Word program just ...
Views: 929 - Building Your Power Base At Work - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from Brian TracyThe more power and influence you develop on the job, the more you will be paid and the faster you will be promoted. There are three types of power that you can develop on your job, all of which can be extremely helpful to you in getting ahead. The first type of power is expert power. The ...
Views: 2477 - Jobs In Trucking Business – Daily Fresh - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Oswald EppersJobs in the trucking business are very attractive, even for drivers with little experience. They have been and probably always will be the highest paid entry-level jobs that a person can get. Most truckers already make an average of $35,000 in their first year out on the road. After a few years ...
Views: 1212 - Modern Cowboy Jobs – More Than Campfire Romantic - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Oswald EppersIn States like Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas or California everybody knows the Western Cowboy living home on the range. But can you really still find a true western cowboy? At one time you could find real cowboys in the Wild West States but that time was over one hundred years ago. When by the 1890s ...
Views: 1263 - Top 2 Teaching Jobs - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Eve Zhu1. Teach English As A Foreign Language Teaching English to overseas students may be one of the most enjoyable jobs you'll ever have. Imagine earning good money, whilst traveling the world and meeting people from a rich diversity of backgrounds. Most of the lessons involve conversation, so you ...
Views: 1169 - Using Phone References And Recommendation Letters - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Jenn JenkinsMost people already know that they need a list of Professional References. But you might be asking, "Why do I need Letters of Recommendation at this point in my career?" The answer is simple. You don't NEED them ... but you should WANT them. Why? Because when you find yourself in a competitive ...
Views: 666 - Six Ways to Know if This is the Right Company for Me - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2010 from Mary Lee Gannon,In the book First Break All the Rules, authors Buckingham and Coffman summarized 80,000 interviews done by the Gallop Organization into what successful leaders and managers do differently. They understand that any organization’s best asset is its talent. What I see as a critical facet of this ...
Views: 1467 - 5 Top Ways That Women Sabotage Their Career - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Dr. Kimberly Ventus-DarksAs women it seems that we can hardly learn enough about ourselves personally or professionally. We spend our entire lives learning what we should do, what we should not do, what we should say or if we should actually have said what we have already said. Most of us spend a lifetime unlearning ...
Views: 1314 - You Won’t Be Until You Are - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Robert (Bob) CannonThis sounds like either a really dumb title or it might be something really deep. You are going to have to be the one to decide. It is a statement with wide applicability and yet the meaning has haunted me for years and always implied some deeper meaning. The first time I remember hearing it ...
Views: 1024 - I Need Help Deciding What Career To Choose Since I've Never Worked A Day In My Life - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Colleen LangenfeldWell, that is a problem, isn't it? Thankfully, however, it's not a showstopper. Here are 3 simple steps to crunch through when you are saying "I need help deciding what career to choose." 1. Get to know yourself. Talk to friends and family members. Make a list of your interests, strengths and ...
Views: 1251 - Private Investigator Course - Where To Find A Private Investigator Course - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Dean CaporellaTaking a private investigator course is the obvious first step in kick starting your career in the investigation business. The problem with many budding PIs is they sometimes look for shortcuts in gaining the level of knowledge which will land them their first job. There is no better ...
Views: 674 - I Need Help Deciding What Career To Choose Because I Don't Want to Live With My Parents Forever! - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Colleen LangenfeldAre you a high school senior who is staring graduation in the face and you still don't have a clue as to what you want to do with the rest of your life? Take a deep breath. This is not as hard as it seems. I am a mom who has helped her own seniors navigate the shark-infested career waters and ...
Views: 1347 - How To Write A Resume That Will Get You Interviews - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Donna BradshawPicture this scenario. You are a hiring manager working in a big corporation. You have a job position to fill in one of the company’s departments and you are receiving lots of pressure from the department head to hire a competent individual as soon as possible. You have placed an ad in ...
Views: 905 - Working Relationships At Work - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Kerwin HackI want to get onto the topic of relationships at work. This is a universal topic, as it is difficult to think of any job that doesn’t involve some sort of relationship. Work on your own? You will still have customers. Work in a back office so you don’t meet customers? You still have ...
Views: 1518 - Share It And I Bet You Will Find It!-- SearchMyCampus - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Sunil SoodThere are a million student centric sites out there, but none of them really help me solve my daily *needs* as a student (housing, books, tuition, transport, etc). To solve these, I still need to go to the middle man (property dealer, college book seller, etc.) who is going to charge me a hefty ...
Views: 815 - Mecca For Student Needs - SearchMyCampus - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Sunil SoodYawn...2:00 AM yet sleep eludes me. A caffeine boost at this point can fill your head with all sorts of philosophical questions or cravings for cheesecake. The question which is haunting me now is the purpose of the internet. While the internet is a great repository of knowledge how far has it ...
Views: 736 - Making The World A Smaller Place - SearchMyCampus - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Sunil SoodGlobalization may have made the world a smaller place, but for most of us it's still not small enough. We are constantly innovating newer means of bringing people closer together. The phenomenal success of social networking sites has proved the basic need of people to connect to each other, and ...
Views: 1085 - What Is A Counselor? Part 1 - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Connie LimonA counselor’s duties vary and depend upon their specialty. Often, their specialty is determined by the setting in which they work and the population they serve. Counselors assist people with a variety of problems with: • Personal issues • Family concerns • Education • Mental health • And ...
Views: 1314 - Doing Business In China - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from natisha nelChina is the only fastest major growing nation with an average annual GDP growth rate of at least 10%. In 2007, China was ranked 1st by current account balance of USD 262.2 billion dollars (9% of GDP). China’s rapid development of its economy is no threat to any other country but an important ...
Views: 1567 - Writing A CV; Tips For Success - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Luke HoldenThe value of a well written CV to a student, or even an experienced professional, cannot be overstated. A CV, also known as a resume, is the first stage in the application process and probably the most important. This article will explain the areas which need to be covered in a CV and will also ...
Views: 827 - Become A Great Intern - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Todd HicksLook for an internship in your field of study while you are a senior in college. Begin your search at least a month before your final semester is scheduled to start. Go to the department office that represents the area you are majoring in to look at internship listings. If you cannot find a ...
Views: 671 - How To Get Confident As A New Manager - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Steve ErreyMoving into a management role for the first time can be darn scary. Whether you’re promoted internally or hired straight into a position where you have a team reporting to you, there are some key things that will help you find your feet and ramp up your confidence quickly. 1. Fake it just ...
Views: 1239 - The Big Problem With Climbing The Career Ladder - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Steve ErreyA recent study conducted by Catherine Mosher of Duke University Medical Center and Sharon Danoff-Burg at the University of Albany found that 51 percent of undergraduate women prioritised romantic relationships over achievement goals, while more than 61 percent of men did the same. While that ...
Views: 1132 - Success In Business Starts With You - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2012 from Robin GardnerIf you want to create success in business, knowing yourself plays a key role. In fact, the level at which you grow yourself greatly affects the growth of your business, and understanding yourself is the first step. This comes down to knowing your strengths and your weaknesses. How many of ...
Views: 778 - Two Practical Steps To Move Your Career Forward Despite The Business Climate! - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Chris MakellIt’s February! Shortest month in the year! A month we celebrate love. A great reminder to love and feel good about all you do for your career! It’s also the second month of a new year. Are you still motivated to make this a great year for you and for your professional development? In the hustle ...
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