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- *** Career Success Requires Parallel Paths - by Submitted on May 26, 2016 from Ford MyersIn my career coaching practice, I often find myself telling clients that they need to pursue two parallel paths in order to achieve career success and satisfaction. They inevitably ask, “You mean I have to work in two different careers at the same time?” No, that’s not what I mean. Here are ...
Views: 1421 - *** Congratulations! You Got The Job. Now What? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2014 from Ford Myers*You’ve finally landed the job. Is this a good time to settle in and take it easy for a while, or is this the worst time to take your foot off the “career gas pedal?” A lot of people in this situation might think, “Whew – now I can relax, cruise a while and rest on my laurels.” Actually, your ...
Views: 1421 - Are You Resume Ready? - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2009 from stefanie spikellWhat if a recruiter called you today? Would you be ready to jump on the opportunity she offers you? If not, you could lose the chance to better your career, as jobs go FAST in this competitive market. If you are going to be “Resume Ready” you have to keep your resume ...
Views: 1421(1 vote) - Go In The Direction That Your Career Is Taking You - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2012 from Deborah Brown-Volkman, PCCAre you frustrated in your career? Not where you thought you would be or want to be currently? Frustration is normal is today’s economy. Who can blame anyone for being upset? One day you got up and went to work, and the next day that job was gone or the office environment was different. ...
Views: 1421 - How Are Employers Screening You through Social Media? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Don GoodmanJust when you think you’ve aced the interview and have reference contacts lined up with many good things to say about you, take a deeper look. The fact is many employers today are resorting to social media sites to screen candidates. In fact, recent studies indicate that 85% of employers and ...
Views: 1421 - Managing Your Career – I Bet You’re Not Doing It - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Don GoodmanHave you ever noticed that the person who gets promoted is not always the most competent for the job? Or how about the person who did all the work not being recognized as much as the person who talks about it? Or what about the person who is career-stunted because they once said the wrong ...
Views: 1421 - Speakers, Voice Over Artists and All Businesses Alike - The One Fundamental That Makes All the Difference - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2009 from Dana Detrick-ClarkBack in college, I kept a great log of my guitar rehearsal time. It kept me on my game, and was the metrics for a little friendly competition between other players. It wasn't necessarily required, but I knew my professors and instructors preferred that I keep track of what I was doing. Jump ...
Views: 1421(3 votes) - A brief description about the teacher cover letter sample - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Alan BleiweissTeacher Cover Letter Sample has been required by the teacher because these are very much necessary for the teachers. While the teachers go for any type of interview they used to submit this type of letter to the higher authorities. After analyzing the teachers are asked to come for the ...
Views: 1420 - Another CNA Shares the Dangers of Nursing Home Understaffing - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from Aaron DsouzaSome of the problems in this world are never meant to end. We can manage to end dispute between two parties or countries. But what is impossible to conquer is the personal greed. This unconquerable dilemma I came to know only after joining as a nursing assistant in a local nursing home. When ...
Views: 1420 - Business Success? This Organization Has Produced 48% of US Presidents - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2003 from Susan DunnIn a recent article in Forbes magazine, Wachovia CEO G. Kennedy Thompson is quoted as saying that Beta Theta Pi, which he joined while an undergrad at the University of North Carolina, gave him "the opportunity to meet people from different backgrounds and places, and the connections have ...
Views: 1420(1 vote) - Grading system of CBSE Board - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2012 from Radhika SinhaThe CBSE board syllabus is seeing many mixed reaction regarding the CBSE Board Result grading system that is expected to be replacing the old CBSE Board percentage based results. This has been taken in by parents with many reactions but it will also be noted to affect university and colleges ...
Views: 1420 - What Employers Need - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2017 from William CottringerWhat Employers Need By Bill Cottringer “The employer generally gets the employees he deserves.” ~J. Paul Getty. Knowing what employer’s need—not necessarily what they think they want (or what they deserve?)—can greatly improve job success in the organization for both employers and ...
Views: 1419 - A Great Cover Letter for Optimal Job Hunting Experience - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Ruth BerryIn today’s difficult economy many people have found themselves unemployed and job hunting has become much tougher. However, even though the competition is difficult you can still have the opportunity to get interviewed and potentially be hired with a great cover letter. Your cover letter ...
Views: 1418(2 votes) - How to Start a Profitable Career as an English Language Teacher - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from David AlexanderLearning the English language can open many opportunities in business, career or even in one’s personal life. The same can be said about teaching it. Not surprisingly, many individuals are interested in pursuing a career as an English language teacher or tutor. While some want to do it fulltime, ...
Views: 1418 - Key Musts for a Sales Resume - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Don GoodmanA sales professional’s resume needs to succinctly demonstrate achievements and results that immediately state to employers: “I can beat your goals.” Sales is very measurable and your resume must highlight both your quantifiable accomplishments as well as certain soft skills. There are ...
Views: 1418 - "Passion" - Overused or Indispensable? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from Lauren StillI have an on-again, off-again relationship with "passion." First of all, I think it is a tremendously overused term in our current cultural dialogue. It has become synonymous with a panacea -- there is a sense that if you find your "passion" that everything will be perfect - you'll be ...
Views: 1416 - 8 Weeks To CEO – Enroll Today! - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Simone KellyI’m very excited to be offering my 8-Weeks To CEO course as a special offer for the new year. 2012 has officially started and there’s no more time for excuses. Over the years, I’ve inspired many to create their own businesses and now with the E-COURSE version of my 8 Week course you can get ...
Views: 1416 - How to Grow Your Business Through Referrals - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Carolyn EdlundWould you like to have appreciative customers telling their friends and associates about your work, and suggesting that they patronize you also? Referrals are like gold – they are the best advertising you can get, and one of the most effective. Cultivating referral business is not that ...
Views: 1416(5 votes) - What's In A Calling? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2011 from Joe NuckolsMy son-in-law is a very impressive guy. He's a decorated Lt.Col. in the Marines. Imagine how tough you have to be, to be a Marine ... much less earning such a high rank at a young age. When we first met I asked why he joined the corps. Without hesitation he answered, "It's a calling." Wow. ...
Views: 1416(1 vote) - 10 Mistakes That Can Ruin Any Interview - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Don GoodmanYour cover letter and resume has made a positive impression on a potential employer and they’ve called you in for an interview. Now you need to ensure the employer stays impressed with you and your potential in their organization. There’s an old saying that first impressions count – and ...
Views: 1415(1 vote) - Amazing Cover Letter, Will Get You The Job You Want! - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Dan Thompson"In Only 3½ Minutes, You Can Quickly And Easily Crank Out A Killer Cover Letter That Is Guaranteed To Have Your Phone Ringing Off The Hook With Hot Job Interviews And Top Job Offers... Without Writing One Word!" Location: Calabasas, CA Dear Friend, Most job seekers don't have a clue ...
Views: 1415 - The Staffing Industry - A Quick Glance - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Ken SundheimA part of me feels that it is disturbing that, upon writing about my industry, I was nearly inclined to include a section that contains the phrase "What to watch out for when working with recruiters." It would be quite humorous if a garden hose company had to stress ethical behavior towards ...
Views: 1414(2 votes) - 5 Strategies for Career Development - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2010 from Oswald EppersA successful career development strategy should consider a minimum of five strategies, including the definition of a career target, building of a personal network, use of online social network tools, constant improvement of personal skills and the development of a personal brand. In this ...
Views: 1413 - The Top Ten Secrets to Mastering Your Personal Brand - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Brenda BenceWhat do Sir Richard Branson, Barack Obama, and Suze Orman all have in common? They have each built powerful personal brands that have propelled them to the top of their businesses, their careers, and their lives. How did they do it? Like other successful personal branders, they took the time ...
Views: 1413 - *** The Seven Truths of Career Success - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2012 from Ford Myers1. The most qualified candidate does not necessarily get the job offer Many times, candidates with lesser qualifications get job offers simply because they've prepared and presented themselves in a more compelling way. In other words, they're better self-marketers than the other ...
Views: 1412 - Advice On Choosing A Career That Fits You - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Ralph GomezWe spend a lot of time in our younger years trying to figure out what we want to be when we get out of school. Those thoughts may change from time to time throughout our life but there is going to come a day when we need to make a decision as to what we are going to do, regardless of whether it ...
Views: 1412 - Personality Development is Necessary to Get Job - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from James AndersonPersonality development possesses the central importance in attaining the successful career. From the first day of school, a child is trained in order to bring changes in his personality. The teachers start developing his mind, thoughts, body language, and way of talking. A man gets impression ...
Views: 1412 - Be Done With All The Unbelief – If You Want Change, BE THE CHANGE! - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2017 from Rosemary Nonny KnightYou know what you are capable of… You know that if you really set your mind to do something then it has no chance against you… But you are surrounded by regular people with regular thinking and you have started to doubt yourself… You have allowed their negativity to seep inside of ...
Views: 1411 - Do You Think Like an Entrepreneur? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Sue PainterThere have been many studies that try to answer the question “what makes an entrepreneur?” Sometimes, a client will ask me “do you think I will be a successful entrepreneur?” Here are some of the ways we are “different.” Take a peek and see what you think! * We have a different view ...
Views: 1410 - Search For More Of What You Like - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Donald MitchellHow can you gain enjoyment and accomplish more in your business career? It's easy: Just search for more of what you like ... and then do more of what you find. Let me explain by starting with what I don't mean: I'm not suggesting that those who love to eat chocolate ice cream at work seek out ...
Views: 1410(2 votes) - The Importance of Networking for Massage Therapists - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Laurie CraigNetworking is important in any professional field, and massage therapists should be prepared to begin 'massage networking' almost immediately after graduating from massage school in order to get leads for jobs, professional advancement, and new clients. Massage networking is similar to ...
Views: 1410 - Top Business and Management Programs in the UK: A Quick Overview - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2018 from Manjiri ThakkarBusiness Management an Overview As we know the world has become a global village and businesses today know no geographical boundary. The advent of outsourcing has made doing business globally a big reality. This has made the business management programs popular all across the developed ...
Views: 1410(1 vote) - *** It’s Not About The Job; It’s About Your Life! - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2015 from Ford MyersWhen it comes to job search and career development, I think 99% of the population has it wrong and “does it backwards.” This realization comes from my more than 20 years of experience as a Career Coach, and after working with literally thousands of clients. Looking back, I believe that this ...
Views: 1409 - Extra Help For College Admissions - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2018 from edwise internationalBeing well-rounded can give you an edge when competing for at spot at universities around the country. As you prepare to apply for college, good grades and high test scores are important, but there are other ways to show admissions officers that you're the right fit. In a world where there are ...
Views: 1409 - How To Write Creatively? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Amy DyslexHow to write creatively is a question often asked when a writer is facing writer’s block or word dearth. The frustration peaks since the writer has run out of ammunition to fire novelties. On the other hand, a novice, with zero experience at writing, but brimming with thoughts might also ...
Views: 1408 - Skills Essential to Become a Virtual Assistant - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2013 from Nancy HigginsOf all the home-based careers, one that is spreading in popularity like the proverbial wildfire is virtual assistance. And why won’t it? After all, the startup investment of setting up your own virtual assistance business is nothing when compared to the potential profits it can rake in for ...
Views: 1408 - Do you have the perfect work for you? Take the quiz to find out - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Craig NathansonWhy the search for perfect work is important! First, because no one will ever walk up to you in your current job and ask you! Your family members won’t ask you because change can be threatening. This is a question you must ask yourself. Work impacts our sense of self, our self-esteem and our ...
Views: 1407 - Education - The Key To a Better Future - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Ralph GomezThere are several different types of people that feel it is important to attend college. Some of those individuals are going to want to further their education after they finish high school so that they have a better opportunity of getting the job that they need to support themselves and their ...
Views: 1407 - Entrepreneurship Majors Who Have To Take A Corporate Job After Graduation - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Ken SundheimMost young entrepreneurs can't wait until graduation. They finally can be free to roam the business world in search of the company that they're going to make millions off of without the mundane tests and ever-increasingly mundane professors. For aspiring entrepreneurs who are not yet ...
Views: 1407(5 votes) - Making HVAC Your Career - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Bob HartzellThere are about 300,000 Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) professionals working in this country today, so if you are thinking about a career in the field it’s a big pool to jump into. Retirements and average job growth should result in consistent job opportunities. A little over ...
Views: 1407(1 vote) - Importance of general knowledge in competitive exams - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2012 from Radhika SinhaGeneral knowledge and knowledge of current affairs are extremely essential for recruitment in various public sector banks of India. These can be prepared from bank exam study material available in various book stores and libraries. The public sector bank written recruitment exams give much ...
Views: 1406 - ***Three “D’s” Key to Balance - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from Regina BarrI often chuckle at how hard so many of us seem to be working to find the ever elusive balance that we seek. Some of you are probably personally convinced (and some days I am too!) that balance simply does not really exist. Perhaps you have told yourself that having balance is simply one of those ...
Views: 1405(1 vote) - How To Be Happy at Work? Acknowledge Yourself - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Alvah ParkerMaking a list of your accomplishments at work is a way to acknowledge yourself and your work. In 1997 when I had just started my coaching practice another coach sent out a newsletter suggesting that her readers make a list of 100 accomplishments for the year in their personal and work life that ...
Views: 1405 - 7 Tips for Working Smarter not Harder - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Anne GallowayWhy is it that those 24 hours in every day are never quite enough? Time is finite and you cannot increase the number of hours in a day. However, you can make dramatic changes to the way that you use that time. Here are my top 7 tips that will enable you to work smarter rather than ...
Views: 1404 - A Good Motivation Programs for Employees - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Lily hornTo survive and flourish, any business needs to increase net revenue and sustain growth; to do this, businesses must have a workforce that performs well and achieves or even exceeds targets. And the only kind of workforce that can do that is a motivated workforce. So clearly, an effective ...
Views: 1404(1 vote) - Job Hunting – Your Job Between Jobs - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Catherine JonesRonald Reagan once quipped: "A recession is when your friend loses their job. A depression is when you lose yours." We're either dipping or narrowly skirting a recession, and getting good job hunting skills (or refreshing your existing one) is becoming a growing priority for millions of ...
Views: 1404(2 votes) - 4 Tips For Getting the Letters of Recommendation You Want - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2013 from Marc DeBoerAre letters of recommendation still used today? In some cases, yes and in others, no. It depends on your level of experience and the type of job you are applying too. In today's world of high volume recruiting, recruiters are turning to LinkedIn for recommendations. Is there anything wrong with ...
Views: 1403 - General Knowledge in the UPSC examination - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2012 from Radhika SinhaThere is no way to crack a UPSC examination or any other competitive examination for that matter without having a really strong General Knowledge base. This along with the Current Affairs is one of the most vital papers in the UPSC. If you want to serve as a top rung government officer, the only ...
Views: 1403 - Pros And Cons Regarding A Civil Engineering Degree Online - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2007 from Terje EllingsenIf you consider to take a civil engineering degree online you are probably among one of the smartest group of people. With the ongoing development and fast changes in technology nowadays, civil engineering jobs will never be boring; there will always take place new advancements in technology, ...
Views: 1403 - Cisco CCNA Certification Is A Prestige - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2012 from Aliya SenThe number of IT courses in the world is increasing by the day, and at an alarming rate. This revolution of Computer IT courses is to certify students with the best knowledge that they can possess in the field of computer networking and what matters today, is only a name that is known to all. ...
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