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- Role of Food and Beverage Department in Hotel - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2020 from Matter Of SpaceIndia’s hotel industry is thriving due to an increase in business opportunities with an influx of foreign & domestic tourism which has made the role of Food and Beverage Department popularly called as F&B more important in hotel industry. There are 4 Major and 9 minor departments in a Hotel. ...
Views: 1844 - 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: 1844 - Invoking the Power of Positive Life Choices - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Gail McMeekinWork has the potential to be a vehicle for your creative self-expression as well as cover your expenses. A key success strategy is to choose work that suits your talents and lifestyle and reflects your passion as well. In this topsy-turvy work culture, where reliance on others for job security ...
Views: 1843 - ***5 Tips for Getting Paid What You're Worth - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Regina BarrAccording to a recent study conducted by the Institute for Women's Policy Research, if current wage patterns continue, a 25-year-old woman, working full time, will earn $523,000 less than the average 25-year-old man by the time they both retire at 65. Want to get paid what you're worth? Then ...
Views: 1842 - Five-Minute Eye-Exercises For Self-Help - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Hal WechslerFive Minute Eye Exercise to Self-Help We Homo sapiens refuse to do things without a good reason. Why? Back two-thousand years ago, our ancestors were already skeptics, and it has become a human instinct and reflex. Why should I do what you say? Why should I believe you – you must ...
Views: 1841(5 votes) - How Much Work is Too Much? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Jeff DavidsonMore and more individuals are reporting increased stress in their lives. For many, this is because they are putting undue pressures on themselves and are working longer hours. After a certain time, different for everyone, the effort that you are putting into your work becomes counter-productive. ...
Views: 1841(2 votes) - Strategic Leadership Success: - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Dawgelene SangsterLeaders are good at gazing across the horizon of time, imagining the attractive opportunities that are in store when they and their constituents arrive at a distant destination (Kouzes & Posner, 2007). Knowing this, how can leaders create a strategy in leading their organizations to the positive ...
Views: 1841(2 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: 1840 - UPSC Exams: SCRA and Civil Service - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2012 from Radhika SinhaUnion Public Service Commission is an effective organization set up by the government to recruit candidates for various government jobs. These days, due to a large number of youth being dedicated towards government jobs, the responsibility of UPSC has increased. However, UPSC has been successful ...
Views: 1839 - Top 10 Ways to Click with People in Business and in Life - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Dr. Rick KirschnerFor the past three decades, I’ve been observing the way people behave in personal and business relationships, with the intent of finding the meaningful patterns of what works and doesn’t work to bring about positive change. Here are the top ten lessons I’ve learned about how to click with ...
Views: 1838(1 vote) - Young Professionals Are Stressed: 3 Secrets To LOVING Your Life Again! - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2014 from Porschia Parker-GriffinHave you found yourself irritable, overwhelmed, or unable to sleep? If so, its time to ask yourself, ‘Are you stressed out?’ Professionals in the Millennial Generation, ages 20-34, are dealing with the highest levels of stress, which can lead to burnout and other negative side effects. ...
Views: 1838(1 vote) - Get Affordable Android Development Services from Techliance - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Techliance LLCAndroid is one of the best smart phones in the telecom market. Today, it is quite possible for phone users to run and use entertaining, fun, utility, health, shopping and all kind of applications on their smart Android phones. Android phones support third-party application so enterprises can ...
Views: 1836(1 vote) - Unemployed? 5 Tough Things Your New Boss Might Not Say (but that you should know). - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from June Werdlow RogersI guess I don’t have to put a paper bag over my head to tell you how bosses think because you can’t see me. Yes, in my other life I was a boss. Besides defending the actions of police officers I never met, the next most bashed group I feel compelled to defend is bosses. Here are the 5 most ...
Views: 1835(2 votes) - Factors to Consider Before Applying for Mining and HSE Jobs - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2013 from Howard SmithAccording to career experts, thousands of jobs are opening up in the fields of mining and oil and gas but only a select few will be able to snag them. Finding a job in the mining industry for example can be very complex because for one, you’ll definitely need experience and have patience for ...
Views: 1832 - Breaking 100 -- Lessons for Achieving Peak Performance - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Donald MitchellRegardless of ability and experience, most people wish they could accomplish more in doing whatever matters most to them. The struggling golfer dreams of breaking 100, a score that would be a nightmare for a good golfer. The solid B student fondly contemplates the satisfaction that a single A ...
Views: 1830(1 vote) - Getting a Raise in a No Increase Environment - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2011 from Jane CranstonMoney is tight everywhere. Even people doing well are feeling the impact of local, national, and global slowdowns in the economy. That said, it doesn’t necessarily mean no one is getting merit increases, promotions, and salary adjustments. Whether you work for a company that has a very ...
Views: 1830 - How to get started with a Career as a Medical Transcriptionist? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Nancy HigginsIf someone were to tell you that you can stay at home, yet have a stable and lucrative career, what would be your response? Had it been a few years ago, I would have probably laughed at their face. Not anymore. Working from home is a very real possibility provided you are in the right ...
Views: 1829 - Leadership Qualities: 5 Attributes To Possess To Be A Great Leader - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from Monica Molstad BareshSome people are natural followers, some natural leaders. However, the best leaders come from people that can and have followed with a great desire to lead. They acquire knowledge from a leader or mentor, and then use that knowledge, in their own way, to become leaders ...
Views: 1828(1 vote) - The Road Map: Why Writing Down Your Goals Works - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2014 from Tina TessinaWe see a lot of advice to write down your goals and dreams, but does it really help? Actually, it does. For one thing, it helps you get clear on exactly what you want, and makes the goals more imaginable. They seem more real when you have thought through them clearly and written them ...
Views: 1828 - How To Beat The Project's Deadline - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Rich MiltonWhen routine work becomes boring and redundant, the tendency of the employees’ attitude when it comes to beating the deadline is less serious. And there are so many ways to beat this kind of character in order not to cause problem with the company. “I like it when I have a deadline to ...
Views: 1827 - Are You New to This? -- Seven Practices for Rapid Mastery - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Donald MitchellChances are good that you don’t know too many people who learned to run before they began to crawl. Likewise, you may not have met anyone who broke par while playing golf for the first time. As beginners, even people whose skill now causes us to marvel would more likely have produced ...
Views: 1822(1 vote) - Engineering Technology can be a Quick Career Change - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Bob HartzellEngineering technicians are professionals that act as a first mate to engineers, in all fields of that profession. There are electrical/electronic engineering technicians, civil engineering technicians, environmental engineering technicians, industrial engineering technicians, mechanical ...
Views: 1822 - Top Fashion Tips For Starting Your Career - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Josie SampsonIf you’re a brand new alumna of the education system, then this September will be your first without that back-to-school buzz. It’s time to tuck in your shirt and polish up your shoes, because we’re all embarking on the road to employment glory. If, like me, you've spent three years repairing ...
Views: 1822 - Aligarh Muslim University - Fascinating Facts regarding Aligarh - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2012 from Donna SummerAligarh could be a town located within the North Indian State of Uttar Pradesh. town is kind of acknowledge for the agricultural trade centers that are place up here that encompasses a variety of processing plants for the agricultural product. The Aligarh Muslim University 2012 , opened within ...
Views: 1821 - Does It Matter What You Wear? - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2004 from Susan DunnDoes it matter what you wear? Of course it does! We want to be appropriately and comfortably dressed so it isn’t distracting. How can you court your honey when your waistband is too tight? How can you represent your client if the judge doesn’t allow women lawyers to appear in court in ...
Views: 1820(1 vote) - Common Misconceptions About Career Management - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Ford MyersYou get your clothes cleaned when they’re dirty. You pay your bills each month. You see your doctor once or twice a year. You send cards to family-members at each birthday. So, why is it that most people (maybe even you!) don’t integrate career management into their regular routine? Most ...
Views: 1819(1 vote) - ***Do You Know What Color Refers to in Speaking? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2013 from Nancy DanielsBeing expressive when you speak is referred to as color. Color is heard in the various and vivid effects of your vocal sound: it is also seen in your facial expression and body language. Speaking without color is called speaking in a monotone. It is also called boring. You can have the ...
Views: 1818(2 votes) - Work-Life Balance: 3 Keys to a Happy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2015 from Porschia Parker-GriffinHow has your career affected the rest of your life? Are you happy when you go home and ready to connect with your family? The answers to those questions usually lie in your personal, work-life balance. The ability to manage your job duties with other aspects of your life such as health, ...
Views: 1818 - #71 of 101 Ways to Love Your Job: Being Right---What Price Do You Pay? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Stephanie GoddardRecently I had the opportunity to speak with several employees about their views on conflict, dealing with difficult people, and how to get things done when others aren't cooperating. You know--the usual stuff at work that we all cite as some of the most common stressors. I was surprised by ...
Views: 1816(2 votes) - Careers More Likely To Lead To Divorce - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2012 from Dana Barker DaviesThere are many things we consider before we choose a partner for life – good personality, good looks, attitude, career and so on. Unfortunately, quite often it doesn't end as we hoped it will - you know “happily ever after” and stuff and there are many factors to blame.According to research ...
Views: 1816(6 votes) - Manage Your Energy to Sustain Your Best Performance - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2012 from Andria CorsoAs I write article, I am in the midst of getting ready to move to a new home with my family, relocate my business, and at the same time, have an extensive amount of travel occurring during this time. Managing my energy is essential, not only for me to remain healthy but for me to continue to be ...
Views: 1816(1 vote) - Accounting courses after 12th in Commerce - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Ritu VashistThere are many courses after 12th in commerce, however any course in financial accounting will have lots of option to consider, the most sought course after 12th in commerce is one that includes bachelor program in commerce. One of the largest key benefits that students can get from ...
Views: 1815(1 vote) - ***Can you tell people you work in Finance and feel proud? - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2012 from Genevieve de Lacaze* Did you learn something here? If so, please rate my articles, ‘click!’ and it’s done! It will make me feel good too.* We all have skills. Yes, we do. What we do with them is a different matter. Think drug dealers, or spammers, for example. To some extent, I actually ...
Views: 1814(1 vote) - How to Secure a Foreign University Scholarship in a Simple Way - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Ade AdenekanIn an informal chat with “ Daily Sketch” (a defunct Nigerian newspaper) on May 17, 1983 that was four years before his transition to the world beyond, Papa Obafemi Awolowo – the foremost Nigerian politician and a second-to-none statesman of Nigeria stated that “any society that attempts to ...
Views: 1813 - How to Increase Your Influencing Skills - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2012 from Lauren StillWhen someone wields influence, or is able to effectively persuade others, it is a powerful skill. The ability to influence others allows us to be heard, effect change, manage and lead more effectively, and ultimately get us more directly to what we want out of work and life. Consider ...
Views: 1812 - My Career is in the Doldrums - by MY CAREER IS IN THE DOLDRUMS…Do I need a Coach or a Therapist?
Is Monday the worst day of your week? Can you hardly remember when you enjoyed going to work? Do friends ask why you seem so down? Maybe this has been going on awhile, and you’re realizing it’s time ...
Views: 1812(1 vote) - How to Dissolve, Destroy and Chew-Up Anxiety And Stress - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Hal WechslerHow to Dissolve, Destroy And Chew-Up Anxiety & Stress My grandma told me something at our Thanksgiving Day feast that I will never forget. For those who don’t know me, I am a skeptic, doubter and contrarian, and those are my positive character traits. Would you believe a close relative ...
Views: 1811(2 votes) - Negotiating Salary: Don't Talk Yourself Out of the Job - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2011 from Ken SundheimAlthough I have a very keen eye for spotting a fair amount of negotiation tactics, I find negotiation, in most circumstances, to simply be a hindrance to the normal flow of business. For a moment, tally up the opportunity cost that you have seen wasted by others who want to negotiate ...
Views: 1811(2 votes) - 6 Reasons Your MBA Doesn’t Work - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from Todd RhoadIn developing our latest series of ebooks for MBAs, we’ve spoken with many MBA graduates around the world. Our discussions seem to present only two real value assessments for the MBA. One category of graduates feel that the degree provided sufficient knowledge and skills for proper career ...
Views: 1809 - Identity Theft and Your Online Job Search - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2003 from Sharon DavisIdentity Theft and Your Online Job Search (c) Copyright 2003, Sharon DavisWhile identity theft is nothing new, the Web has opened up whole new world of opportunity for identity thieves. According the FBI, identity theft is the top online fraud. The U.S. Federal Trade Commission says that ...
Views: 1809(1 vote) - The Importance of Setting Expectations - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Liz UramExpectations, Standards, Goals, Measures, Criteria, Benchmarks, Accountabilities. Whatever you call them, make sure you have them. Setting expectations is the foundation of good management skills. First, it shows that you are confident about what you want and you are able to make decisions. ...
Views: 1807 - Fall in Love with Your Job Again - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2017 from Shae HollandWhen you first start your job, you love every aspect of it. You are eager to learn, and every activity is exciting. But as time goes by, some of us start to resent our jobs. You might feel stuck, frustrated, or just plain bored. But job satisfaction doesn’t always require a career change. Here ...
Views: 1804 - How to get a government job through BPSC - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Radhika SinhaFor the modern generation of Indian youth government positions and government jobs are as lucrative and coveted as corporate sector jobs. But bagging a public sector job in India might not be an easy task to do as one is required to face the highly competitive and challenging examinations and ...
Views: 1804 - Job Search: Holiday Dead Zones for Job Seekers - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Dorothy Tannahill-MoranWith November and the upcoming holidays in the air, the turf changes for hiring that can be either problematic for job seekers, or an opportunity. As a job seeker you will do much better during this season if you are prepared ahead of time for how the business environment is likely to ...
Views: 1804(1 vote) - 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: 1803 - ***Does Your Voice Complete Your Profressional Image or Detract from It? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2014 from Nancy DanielsAs a people, we are concerned about the image we project. Certainly in business we want to project a professional image. Does your speaking voice complete that image or does it detract? By the way, I’m not talking about the voice you hear in your head. I’m referring to the sound you hear on ...
Views: 1802 - I Want to Do an Ezine! Part 4 How Do I Promote? - by Copyright 2002 Terri Seymour
Now that you have your ezine named, designed, formatted
and ready to go, who do you send it to??
To get subscribers, you need to promote your new ezine.
There are several ways to do this that are effective and
free. Included in these are:
*Ad Swaps
*Writing ...
Views: 1802(1 vote) - Goal Setting- a sure way to succeed in life - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Meenakshi GaurThere is a famous anecdote from Alice in Wonderland Movie that can be one of the best ways to understand the significance of Goal Setting. Read this conversation between Alice and the cat carefully: “Would you tell me which way I ought to go from here?” asked Alice. ... “That depends a good ...
Views: 1801 - How Do You Handle a Demanding Boss? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. You can’t get away with a demanding boss, especially if you’re talking about deadlines and objectives. You may find him pushing you too if he sees you slacking or you’re not doing your job well. But an overdemanding boss is another story. ...
Views: 1801 - Stay Positive During Your Job Search Part III - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from William ArrudaIn the previous two installments of this article, I shared with you six of the nine ways to remain positive during a job search: - Relive past wins - If you can’t get out of it, get into it - Visualize what you want - Anticipate and embrace change; Don’t be hijacked by it - Focus on strengths ...
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