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- Spring Training For Sales Professionals - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Mark Bowser"It is the bottom of the ninth, two outs, men on first and third and Joey Votto at the plate," expressed the baseball announcer. "It has been a good Spring Training for the Cincinnati Reds here in Arizona. A win here today will be the icing on the cake. Reds are down by one and need a ...
Views: 1667 - Dear Donna Financial Advice Column #2 Seven Important Questions to Ask at a Job Interview 12/8/15 - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2015 from Donna LeeDear Donna Financial Advice Column #2 By Donna Lee (I am not a certified financial planner but a financial coach and I cannot offer any investment advice by law.) 2Q—Are there any specific questions I should be asking when I interview for a new job? 2A—Yes; there are seven or ...
Views: 1666 - A Look Into Some of The Famous Church Logo Designs - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Beverly HoustonAre you a member of the church ministry? Want to get a logo done? Have you ever looked on some of the finest church logo around the globe? If you are positive then first get some knowledge about this small graphical representation, these small piece of art can speak volume about your ...
Views: 1663 - What to Keep In Mind When Choosing a Mentor for Your Career - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2009 from Peggy McKeeFinding a mentor can definitely help you advance your career, but there are several important points to keep in mind when choosing a career mentor. Usually people choose a manager, recruiter, or friend, but those choices might not be the best. A manager, for instance, might present a conflict ...
Views: 1663(1 vote) - Over 40? Out of Work? Make This the Best Time of Your Life! - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2009 from Craig NathansonTake a new approach Right now millions of Americans are either out of work, recently laid off, or afraid of being laid off. There are millions more, who simply work at jobs, which provide no meaning. They work only in order to get a paycheck. Stop feeling sorry for yourself Society ...
Views: 1662(1 vote) - What Exactly Would You Say You Do? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2010 from Clay ScrogginThis is a famous line from one of my favorite movies, Office Space. If you have not seen the movie, I highly encourage you do so. In the scene, an efficiency auditor asks a manager what he does for the company and the manager just can’t come up with a comprehendible answer. After a number of ...
Views: 1660(1 vote) - ***Career or Job? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from Kevin BurnsI met Wendy years ago when I took a job as a restaurant manager. For me, the management position was a job. It wasn’t my career as I hadn’t prepared myself to become a restaurant manager. Heck, I’d never even worked in a restaurant prior. But I had eaten in plenty of restaurants. I had a good ...
Views: 1659 - ***5 Phone Interview Questions You Will Be Asked (And Tips on How to Answer Them) - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2014 from Peggy McKeeHow to answer common phone interview questions Hiring managers don’t necessarily want to spend a lot of time, money and energy interviewing every potential candidate face-to-face. So most of them fall back on the practical: phone interviews. Do well with the phone interview, and the ...
Views: 1657 - Are You Adept at Adapting? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2009 from David Bowman“May you live in interesting times,” has been a toast offered to good friends for hundreds of years. However, never have times been more interesting than now. Interesting, yes. Comfortable, perhaps no – at least for many of us – because today, the word “interesting” often is ...
Views: 1657 - ***Finding Balance in an Unbalanced World - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2012 from Regina BarrEffective leaders understand that enhancing relationships is critical to their success. Imagine this for a moment. Your life is a smooth-running machine. You have plenty of time to do all of the important things: eat breakfast, take the kids to school, arrive at work on time, prepare for your ...
Views: 1656 - Fooled 'Em Again: The Other Side of the Impostor Syndrome - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2011 from Valerie YoungMillions of people secretly believe their success is just a function of luck or timing and that they're going to be found out. It's called the impostor syndrome, a term coined by pychologists Pauline Clance and Suzanne Imes. By one estimation, as many as 70 percent of people have experienced ...
Views: 1656(1 vote) - Success Comes When You Reduce Consumption & Increase Production - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2016 from Rosemary Nonny KnightThere is a time to be a consumer and a time to be a producer and at the moment, it seems you are veering too much on the side of consumer. And it is not doing you any good because you look and you look AND YOU LOOK at what everyone else is doing… You see their highlights… You compare ...
Views: 1656 - 25 Power Questions to Ask Your Mentors - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2014 from Vernon MyersIf you have a mentor you need to make sure that you ask the following questions at some point during your relationship: 1. What are your goals and dreams (Short term and long-term)? 2. How can I help you to accomplish your goals and dreams? 3. Why did you choose to pursue these goals ...
Views: 1655 - Be YOU To The Full - Your Rock Solid Power to Achieve All of Your Goals in No Time at All - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2015 from Donald PillaiThis is the day you know you're really going to do it. You have made your choice; you have made up your mind. You are determined, unstoppable and committed to living that choice. Come what may. Nothing or no one is going to change that because it's really not a 'mind'-thing, it's something from ...
Views: 1655 - Important Facts About Pilot Training Courses - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2012 from Patrick ThompsonPilot training courses are not only ideal for those interested in becoming a pilot for a living, but for those just interested in learning to fly in their spare time for fun. There are a variety of different pilot training courses that individuals can check into; generally the entire process to ...
Views: 1655(1 vote) - 3 Things to Count on the First Weeks in a New Job (and What to Do Around Them) - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2004 from Susan DunnHere are three things typical of your first weeks on a new job. 1. You will get sick. 2. You will find out you were lied to. 3. You will have a mini-crisis at home. There. Now that you have the proper expectations, it will be easier. If these don't happen to you, be pleasantly ...
Views: 1654 - 8 Steps to Oranizing Your Life & Business - by Copyright 2002 Terri Seymour
Your life is a mess!
Your business is going nowhere!
Your house looks like a tornado hit it!
Does this sound familiar? Are you overwhelmed? Do
you feel like your life and business are out of control
and going nowhere?
Well, if you do, you are not alone. ...
Views: 1654(1 vote) - First Impressions: Using Your One-Tenth of a Second Wisely - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2011 from Kristen HarrisOne-tenth of a second. That’s the amount of time you get to make a first impression every time you meet someone. Yes, in less than one second that person has made a judgment about you, and their impression is very difficult to overcome once it’s been made. Unfair? Don’t a judge a book by its ...
Views: 1652 - 5 Actions to Take to Improve Your Professional Development - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2013 from Cassandra LeeProfessional development is a term that we hear tossed around from time to time. Its meaning can be ambiguous, yet its importance to career development and advancement is essential. Every employee and entrepreneur must strategically enhance their career mobility through professional ...
Views: 1650 - Communication Style: Is Yours Hurting or Helping You? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Kimberly SchenkWhat's your communication style like? Are you combative? Argumentative? Wimpy? Tongue tied? Do you convey clear messages that accomplish your goals? Do you antagonize people? Do people avoid you or shut you out because they can't stand to listen to you? Are you frustrated with your results? Are ...
Views: 1650 - Create Your Success by Faking it Till You Make It - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2010 from Bud BilanichSelf confidence is one of the keys to career and life success that I discuss in several of my books. If you want to become self confident you need to do three things. First, choose optimism. Believe that today will be better than yesterday and that tomorrow will be better than today. Second, ...
Views: 1650 - Health as a Career! - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Bob RobinsonThe term 'career' is most often thought of in the context of a profession or occupation, but dictionaries also apply the term to a chosen pursuit - a person's progress or general course of action through life or through a phase of life. If we use the latter part of the definition, then ...
Views: 1649(1 vote) - How to Become a Certified Medical Coder? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Nancy HigginsCertified medical coders or medical coding specialists are part of the healthcare information technician team and perform the important task of converting written text on medical reports into a series of universally understandable and recognized numeric codes. The emphasis is on the term ...
Views: 1649 - Are You Fully Applying Yourself for Success? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2016 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.comHas it ever occurred to you that you may not be living up to your full potential because you are not giving your best to others including your work, clients, friends or family? Have you taken the time to schedule a lesson, pay for it and during the lesson you hoped time would pass instead of ...
Views: 1648(1 vote) - How to Successfully Telecommute - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2009 from Todd HicksAre you an employee who possesses the need to have more time at home? Have you been considering spending some working hours telecommuting? My mother spends some work time as a telecommuter and I have some ideas of my own pertaining to what successful telecommuting entails. You will pick up five ...
Views: 1648(1 vote) - Importance of IT & Tech Blogs in today’s innovation world - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2012 from IT BLogFor many years, technology has induced new innovations and gadgets to make our lives easier. It has changed the way people think and today it offers almost every other equipment with low cost and utmost usage. Today the vast usage of technology can be understood by going through the IT blog or ...
Views: 1648(3 votes) - Boosting Your Personal Brand at a Job Interview - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Alexandria JoyBeing offered an interview often means you are part way there, but the toughest test is still to come. The key to success at interview is preparation, preparation, preparation! Do your research, surf the company’s website, news articles about them and internal literature such as the annual ...
Views: 1647 - Nursing Careers - Future And Prospects - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2008 from Sophia PetersWhat is the future of nursing careers? Predictions are that in 10 or 20 years, it will look nothing like it does today! With new technologies and drugs, changes in insurance and health care policies, and the shortage in nurses, the profession will have to reinvest itself. Many nursing ...
Views: 1647 - 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 - How To Learn More About Business - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Donald MitchellMany business founders have encyclopedic knowledge about how their organizations work, as well as how to gain and to retain profitable customers. Why? Founders have probably either designed or done all of the major tasks at one time or another and may have played a role in attracting almost all ...
Views: 1646(2 votes) - Leaving your comfort zone for a better and successful life and career - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2012 from Marielys Camacho-ReyesIt is commonly known that one of the best indicators that you may be getting yourself out of your comfort zone is when you think about something you want to do or achieve and your first reaction to it is… NO WAY! Most people want to make changes in their lives or career. They have goals or ...
Views: 1646 - Medical Billing and Coding Careers - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Bob HartzellMedical billing and coding can be two separate job functions, but increasingly the medical codes used for insurance companies are used for patient’s medical records as well. In many offices, the billing and coding function contributes diagnostic and treatment information to the patient’s file; ...
Views: 1646(1 vote) - Cover Letter Tips for IT Professionals - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Don GoodmanIf all an employer cared about is the IT skills and technical knowledge a candidate has obtained, then there would not be the need for an interview. The fact is, in addition to looking for specific skills and knowledge, employers want candidates who are passionate about the field and who have ...
Views: 1645 - From Mom to Supermom - Tips for Work From Home Mothers - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2010 from Denise GriffittsDo you work from your home office as a Virtual Assistant, Web Developer, Business Coach, Fill-in-the-Blanks here? Do you find that balancing your business and home can sometimes feel like an exercise in futility? Life is a balancing act for many people, but this is especially true for working ...
Views: 1645 - Things NOT to write in your CV (or Cover Letter) - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2017 from Irene Gloria AddisonAs an active recruiter ( I am the owner of HIREghana, www.HIREgh.com ), my associates and I come daily through several candidates' CVs (we have a repository of 30,000+ Ghanaian CVs). Over the years, I have also read several -unfortunately- bad books on CV writing and a lot of outdated online ...
Views: 1645 - How Does Your Attitude Affect Your Life and Career Planning Success? - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinWhen it comes to being successful in one's life or career, many of us think that those who are blessed with intelligence or high IQ are the ones who are likely to achieve success. There is new research from Stanford University, however, that challenges this belief. According to psychologist ...
Views: 1643 - 7 Resume Life Hacks That Will Double Your Salary - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2016 from Eva WislowIn our modern society, resumes carry a huge role for almost any type of employee, and not only. The resume you hold is basically your marketplace image. Whenever an employer is interested in hiring new workforces, he’ll analyze his options and more than often check the CVs of each and every ...
Views: 1642 - Here Is What I See - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2012 from Donald MitchellEach individual's perceptions of what's happening and why are unique. Never assume that others share your perspective unless you tell them what your perceptions are. This article contains seven rules for better communications and increased mutual understanding. It's natural to assume that ...
Views: 1641(2 votes) - Here Is What I See - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2012 from Donald MitchellEach individual's perceptions of what's happening and why are unique. Never assume that others share your perspective unless you tell them what your perceptions are. This article contains seven rules for better communications and increased mutual understanding. It's natural to assume that ...
Views: 1641(2 votes) - HOW TO CALL ON YOUR MUSE: WRITER'S INTUITION ON DEMAND - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2010 from Jim WawroIntuition often comes to us unbidden, suddenly providing an answer that we have been seeking, but hadn't consciously asked for. But is it possible to incorporate intuition into our writing? Can we really get important insights into solving a writing problem just by asking our inner voice ...
Views: 1641 - 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: 1641 - How to get a promotion by working smarter, not harder - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2016 from Marilyn VinchyThe idea of working for a promotion can sometimes seem daunting; it often involves committing to long hours at work and competing with colleagues to land the big job. But there is another way that involves fewer hours, a little more thinking time and a much greater chance of success. 6 ...
Views: 1640 - Top Myths About Personal Branding – It’s Not What You Think - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Brenda BenceWhen you hear the words personal branding, do you think, "That's for people who are into how they dress," or "That's for people who are into self-promotion?" Unfortunately, those are just two of the myths that people often believe about personal branding. As a result of these myths, the ...
Views: 1638(5 votes) - 7 Things You Need to Let Go of If You Want to Move Ahead in Life - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinTaking a big step in life is always scary, especially if there is no guarantee that things will end up the way you want them to be. Whether you are going to college, getting married, or changing careers, there are some things that you have to learn to let go of if you want to move ahead. #1 ...
Views: 1637 - Carry the Right Attitude to Earn a Raise - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Todd HicksAre you somebody who is working while concentrating on taking the necessary steps to receive a raise? Have you been wondering how you can take a deep look at yourself as a person to see if you can improve in important areas of your life? To receive a raise, you must produce good results and ...
Views: 1637 - Be On The Lookout For Desk Rage - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2008 from Andrew RondeauAccording to a recent REUTERS article, workplace violence is on the rise. And to find the reason why, one need look no further than the economy. Job cutbacks, home foreclosures and high food and fuel prices are putting a strain on families all over America. Unfortunately, that strain is not ...
Views: 1636 - The Role of an Occupational Therapist - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Brad JonesOccupational therapists (OTs) work with people with mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling conditions to improve their ability to function effectively in living and working environments. Their role is to help their patients lead independent and productive lives by ...
Views: 1635 - Self Publishing Success Tips - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2012 from marilyn katzThese days, the barriers to becoming a published author are very low. That does not mean that the majority of self-published authors find true success though. Sometimes the difference between success and failure can be quite small though. Even though the quality of your work plays into your ...
Views: 1634 - How's Your PMA? - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2004 from Tig WallisOne of the many challenges we face when working is maintaining our PMA-Positive Mental Attitude. This one factor an make or break our day, and often does. How many times have you got up on a cold cloudy morning and just decided, “I’m not going to have a good day?” Well, they say your words can ...
Views: 1633 - Jump Start Your Job Search - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from Joan Runnheim OlsonNot seeing any results from your job search? Have your job efforts been limited to responding to the classifieds? Jump-start your job search by developing a marketing campaign utilizing several different strategies to land the job you want. Be creative and think ‘outside the box.’ Try some ...
Views: 1633 - 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 ...
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