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- Peter Fogel's "How to Rid Yourself of a Little Flaw That’s Holding You Back from Attaining Career Success!!” - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Peter FogelWhen transitioning from my former career as a stand-up comic into my new one as “The Reinvention Guy,” I realized that one of the things that had been holding me back from accomplishing my goals was the desperation of wanting success too badly. I swore that once I transformed myself, I would ...
Views: 1566(2 votes) - The Smart Way to Build Your Brand - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuIn the world of business, I believe you want to treat yourself as a brand and to position yourself effectively in the mind of your target audience. Personal branding is a way to build credibility, get noticed and get clients. This being said, building your brand effectively is not easy, ...
Views: 1566 - 10 Things You Can Control in Your Career - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Linda CattelanSo often we are up against situations we simply cannot control. We tend to focus on obstacles that get in our way, yet we have no control over. Here’s the good news. I’ve assembled a list of 10 things you can control right now, in your career and in your life that will make a huge difference to ...
Views: 1565 - Develop Consultative Selling Skills to Get Hired! - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Steve EungblutThe coming year should be very interesting. Economic forecasts hint that the quantity of job opportunities and scope for career progression is going to reach an all time low. Nevertheless an effective array of sales techniques are always going to be extremely valuable to employers and, ...
Views: 1565 - How to defeat the normal challenges of life! - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Craig NathansonStruggling with life transition? This happens to many of us. This can be a result of many factors such as a job loss, a death in the family, a divorce, a financial crisis, or just a sense of feeling empty and unsure what to do next with your life. During this time, it is important to get ...
Views: 1565 - Job Search is Like Dating - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2013 from Jane CranstonI’ve helped people advance their careers, switch jobs, and change employers most of my work life. It is over a year since my husband passed away and recently I’ve decided to test the dating waters. Within weeks of navigating the dating scene it occurred to me that looking for a date and ...
Views: 1565 - ***Everything I Need to Know About Success I Learned Through Networking - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Regina BarrAs a Consultant, I attend a lot of networking events, industry association programs, and one-on-one meetings for breakfast, coffee or other food-related events. Whenever I network or attend events, I always tell people that it was worth my time and money if I gained just one creative idea or ...
Views: 1564 - ***Value Yourself and Others Will Too - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Regina BarrDuring the past few months, I have had the opportunity to talk with many women about pricing and valuing - both themselves and their businesses - when delivering two of my popular seminars: profitable pricing and negotiation. The ability to value yourself, coupled with strong negotiation skills, ...
Views: 1564 - Drive your own time machine through your life transition - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2005 from Cathy GoodwinTime usually takes on a special meaning during life transitions. By definition, transitions take us from the familiar to the unknown. Most people feel they’re moving faster or slower than before. Here are three ways to steer your own time machine. 1. Get lots of information. Then get ...
Views: 1564 - How to Become a Stock Broker - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from James TomersonThis is an industry where the risks may be as high as the returns or rewards. However, it’s one of the most profitable careers that you can choose to pursue. Stock brokers work in a fast-paced work environment. If you dream to earn a million dollars salary and ready to work in a stressful ...
Views: 1563 - How to seek a Career in Healthcare Industry? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2013 from Nancy HigginsIf there's anything that's stood out in the aftermath of the great recession, it's the resilience of the healthcare sector. While most other industries are still reeling under its impact, healthcare vertical continues to grow from strength to strength. Add to that an increase in demand for ...
Views: 1563 - 10 Careers That Are In Demand And Have Big Paychecks - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2008 from Kelli SmithDo what you love, and the money will follow. This may be true, but it helps if what you love coincides with a high-demand career path. The hottest careers in the United States today draw on a broad spectrum of skills and interests. Whether you're into numbers, people, nature, sports, or ...
Views: 1562 - 4 Candidates That Employers Don’t Want to Hire - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Ken SundheimEmployers seem to share many of the same broad preferences during the hiring process, regardless of job title and regardless of industry. The job seekers who display certain traits or behaviors like those below, despite having great backgrounds and skill sets, are almost guaranteed to lose the ...
Views: 1562(2 votes) - Serendipity: The New Career Science - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2004 from Cathy GoodwinMy neighbor "Ed" found his career, he says, when he literally fell from the choir loft into the church organ. He was fascinated by the specialist who showed up to fix the damage. Ed began by sweeping up the shop, then served an apprenticeship. Now he owns a firm that repairs church organs all ...
Views: 1561(1 vote) - 10 steps to a more fulfilling life after 40! - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Craig NathansonI get asked a lot what it is like to live a self-described authentic life filled with happiness, joy, fulfillment, and a sense of making a contribution. So with this article I decided to share what I do. Try out these steps for yourself and you will also see an emerging life which works better ...
Views: 1560 - Discover What You Really Want to Do. - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2004 from graham julieAre you doing what you really want to do or did you just fall or wander into the job you now have. As a friend of ours once said,’ I am one of twenty two doctors in our family. The only ones in our family who are not doctors are the dogs and cats’. Did you decide what you wanted to do or are you ...
Views: 1559(1 vote) - Professional Resume Writing Tips for Medical Transcriptionist - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2012 from jean paulBefore we start off with writing tips for a medical transcriptionist, it is important to consider their job description first. It will help us understand the requirements of the job and how the resume and cover letter should cater to the same. The duties and responsibilities of a medical ...
Views: 1559 - The Ultimate PR Edge: Getting Reporters To Open Your E-Mails - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2004 from Bill StollerYou know that getting publicity is vital to the health of yourbusiness. You probably also know that e-mail is the way mostpublicity seekers get in touch with reporters to score thatprecious coverage. Here’s what you don’t know: The vastmajority of e-mails sent to journalists never get ...
Views: 1559(2 votes) - 5 Ways to Keep Your Job - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from Hallie Crawford1) Invest in yourself Brush up on your skills, experience and education. What's missing from your resume? What can make you more valuable to your employer? Identify a class to take, a work project to volunteer for. It is time and money well spent. 2) Make yourself indispensable Pitch in on ...
Views: 1558 - Create a Library of Articles for Automatic Promotion - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2010 from Terri SeymourWriting articles and submitting them for publication is a very powerful promotion tactic. BUT, this can be taken a step further to put your articles on auto-pilot. First of all, you need to get a good fr~e autoresponder such as http://www.getresponse.com ...
Views: 1557(1 vote) - How To Fix Problems With Your HR Software - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Clay ScrogginThose of you who hate calling HRIS System technical support departments please raise your hand. I stopped typing for a second so I could raise mine. Look, I am a fairly technical guy but yes, even I hate calling HRIS systems tech support departments. We all do. Sometimes I get the people who ...
Views: 1557 - Resume Services - How to Quit Gambling! - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2012 from Bruce PickettProfessional resume services offered by well trained and qualified individuals, by some people, are thought to be not needed and not worth the price. Well, I guess my first question might be, "Are you interested in gambling with your future on developing your own resume?" That wonderful ...
Views: 1557 - Seven Myth Busters of Distance Learning - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Kathleen KingIn this brief article, I expose some of the most common and deadly misconceptions about distance learning. And you want to read this. Why? Because if you do not consider the new trends and potential of distance learning, you may be ignoring or discounting vital opportunities to increase your ...
Views: 1557(3 votes) - Drafting Services - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Christopher BowlingCAD Drafting Services Drafting Services now a days perform several different task other than just creating blueprints. Some of these include architecture, mechanical, civil, MEP, or any other type of technical drawing. With the use of computer software and advancements in the drafting field, ...
Views: 1556 - Surviving the Downturn - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“A lot of fellows nowadays have a B.A., M.D., or Ph.D. Unfortunately, they don’t have a J.O.B.” – Fats Domino With the world in the midst of what some are calling an economic meltdown, it’s no wonder many are reconsidering their careers. Even if your job seems secure, it’s probably a good ...
Views: 1556(1 vote) - CBSE or State Boards which is better option - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2013 from Radhika SinhaRecent years have seen many people struggling to admit their children in CBSE schools across the nation since the CBSE Board Syllabus is uniform nationally and one need not worry of different CBSE Board Question Papers. The problem has been noted for candidate to occur of candidates moving to ...
Views: 1555 - ***#4-Building your dream whilst working full-time? Get this No. FOUR investment right. - by Submitted on Dec 28, 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.* This article is a continuation from the previous article #3-Building your dream whilst working full-time? Get this No. THREE investment right. Let’s reset the scene if ...
Views: 1554(2 votes) - 14 Things You Must Do If You Want To Increase Your Ability To Succeed In Your Career - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2008 from Paul LubicBeing successful in your career involves adding value to your organization by helping it, and your supervisor, reach their goals. Success also involves effectively competing for promotion opportunities. Note: These keys to success are excerpted from the 38 page e-book Career Success Guide: ...
Views: 1554 - Delegation: The Art of Letting Go - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2016 from Billy ArcementSmart managers look for ways to free time in order to get more done each day. Sometimes managers forget one of the best ways is to delegate. Letting others do what we feel only we have the ability to do is sometimes difficult. But to function at your greatest capacity, learn to let go. Start ...
Views: 1554 - Success is not always convenient - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2014 from Kathleen GageIn a recent conversation with a colleague of mine the topic of business integrity came up. Actually, I’ve had this type of conversation many times during the nearly 20 years I’ve been in business. It seems in some circles the word integrity means something completely different than in other ...
Views: 1554 - The Number One Secret of Getting that Job Offer - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieImpressive CV The irony of life is that we need an impressive CV but its impressiveness is not what bags the job. It is a good intro but then … A Leg in the Door No more than a leg in the door, resumes get you in front of the hiring people, but it will be a compelling story that will get ...
Views: 1553(1 vote) - Reasons to choose the right college for pursuing BCA and MCA colleges in Mumbai - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Radhika awasthiA good career will begin on a right foot-hold. For a right foot-hold one has to choose a top college and for that Mumbai is the best place. Students from all over the country flock to Mumbai for advanced and higher education. There are many top colleges in Mumbai that provide great education and ...
Views: 1552 - Seasons of a Career: Springtime! - by Submitted on May 05, 2003 from Cathy GoodwinWhen we're struggling with a career, or settling into an unfamiliar new residence, we're most likely to think of winter: cold, bleak and endless. At some point any life transition feels like being buried under a coat of ice, hibernating through long, dark days. Hopefully we learn to see the ...
Views: 1552(1 vote) - How to Type Fast - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Nancy HigginsIf you thought learning how to type was a waste of time, then you should probably know that it is one of the most essential career skills to have. You will know what we are talking about if you’ve ever noticed someone slouching over their computer trying to find the right keys to hit using ...
Views: 1551 - Insider Tips for Résumé Writing - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from Mary DeLucaNot everyone is a professional résumé writer, nor wants to be, but this article will help you to go from thinking about writing a résumé to actually being able to write an effective, eye catching and results oriented résumé. One of the most important things to remember about résumé writing in ...
Views: 1551 - Learn Business Online from Top Performers - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Donald MitchellWhen I was in graduate school, my classmates didn’t always like the way that the courses were taught. After leaving such a class, they often quoted an old maxim: “Those who can, do. Those who can’t, teach.” I didn’t take that saying literally until one day a law professor who was held in the ...
Views: 1551(1 vote) - Who am I? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from HowDo UseemWho am I? Millions of people around the world are constantly trying to find ways to discover their true identity. Reading books, researching and going to seminars can only help you achieve limited success because self-discovery must come from within and be reflected in the opinions of those ...
Views: 1550(1 vote) - 12 Tips to getting a job in any economy - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Laura MonzoWith almost 16 million people out of work, more and more people are finding themselves having to figure out how to land a job in a market where more jobs are being lost. This is the toughest environment in 50 years to get a job in and you better have your best game on to do so. While the ...
Views: 1549(5 votes) - 4 Ways to Avoid Looking Like a Job Hopper on Your Resume - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Don GoodmanWhen an employer scans your resume for 20 seconds, what will they see? If you have had a series of jobs lasting 1-2 years, then you may look like a job hopper and these are big red flags on your resume. Securing a candidate takes time and money for employers, so a candidate that has a record ...
Views: 1549(1 vote) - Managing The Boss - 10 Questions To Ask The Boss - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2008 from Alvah ParkerHow do you manage a boss who seems unapproachable? I had one once. His office door was open but no one ever disturbed him. I was new to the staff but I noticed that he never came out of his office and no one went into it unless he called to invite them. I had a job that no one had had before. I ...
Views: 1549 - What does a Public Relations Specialist Do? - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from robin brainIt is often said that a company doesn’t create a positive image on the general public and the print media, but it is the public relations division of the concerned company which does it for them. Their role has some small number of similarities with the functioning of the advertising manager. ...
Views: 1549 - Online academic solutions-a new way to cope up with tough schedule - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2012 from sms 111This world has taken entirely a new dimension since the advent of information technology. Information technology has permeated in our lives in a way that our life style before technology, just like fifteen years ago, sounds medieval and slow paced. Information technology has brought changes into ...
Views: 1548 - ***Leverage Year-to-Date Results to Establish and Enhance Credibility - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Regina BarrWhen’s the best time to get some buzz for your accomplishments? If you’re like most people, you probably answered during my annual performance evaluation. But in actuality, that’s the worst time. Why? Because everyone else is trying to do the same thing at the same time, which means your ...
Views: 1547 - Basic Qualities of a Medical Transcriptionist - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2007 from Connie LimonA transcriber is the machine that plays a dictated report through a set of headsets. The headset fits over the head somewhat like a headband with two little round plugs you plug into your ears. There is a foot pedal that usually has three sections. The middle section when pressed by your foot ...
Views: 1546 - Color Your Business and Relationships Successful - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2010 from Candace CzarnyNo matter what colors you have in your office, home or in what you wear, they probably are serving a Feng Shui purpose. From blues to white, purple and red, the colors you use are serving to attract certain energies into your life, whether you like it or not. Color can enhance your ...
Views: 1546(18 votes) - Make Changing Jobs and Careers Easier and More Rewarding - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Donald MitchellHollywood often captures the downside of changing jobs and careers with dramatic tales about unexpectedly losing a long-held position and not being able to find a suitable replacement. If I asked you to describe what such an experience would be like, you might choose words like “traumatic,” ...
Views: 1546 - Begin With an "Internal Career Audit" - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2012 from Ford Myers"I want a more satisfying career, but where do I begin?" When you're considering making a change in your career, it's difficult to know where to start. There are usually conflicting thoughts and feelings involved, and too often the result is a kind of paralysis. In addition, most people ...
Views: 1545(1 vote) - Career Persuasion Factors That Could Leave Chipotle and Dunkin Donuts In The Poor House - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Ken SundheimThe better looking have better careers. They receive better grades in college, they receive higher paychecks and are the first to be promoted. Why is this true and to what extent do looks play a part in our ability to persuade and get ahead? Finally, what can you do about it? Why Are Looks ...
Views: 1545(2 votes) - Current Affairs and Their Functions in Our Lives - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2011 from Radhika SinhaAwareness is very important in today's world. If we are not aware, we are unsafe and unprotected. Current affairs help us stay updated and become the medium for us to stay in touch with the real world. They acquaint us with the happenings and incidents taking place all over the world and include ...
Views: 1542 - Get a Coach and Make Your Resolutions Happen This Year - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2003 from Susan DunnHow's your list of New Year's resolutions coming? Studies show that most people have already failed by the 15th of January. Has this happened to you? If so, you may have left out the prime ingredient for your success - a coach! Coaching is a new field. Until you've talked to someone who's ...
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