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- *** Closing The Interview “Deal” - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2015 from Ford MyersI recently featured an article in this e-newsletter about Accomplishment Stories. I’m going to assume that you have written and memorized your own Accomplishment Stories, that you’ve extensively practiced telling them, and that you’ve even used them in some interviews. To really leverage the ...
Views: 1264 - Winning at Working--The Not-Me Syndrome - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2015 from Nan RussellA common pastime at work, it seems, is pointing out flaws, missteps, and problems – especially the boss's, a coworker's down the hall, or that roadblock person in some other department. Stories of performance and style inadequacies, or snippets of memorable negative encounters can be ...
Views: 738 - 7 world's easiest and best-paying jobs - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2015 from Supriya NigamI am not a workaholic person, and sometimes I wonder if there is any job in the world that is easy to do (as per my convenience) and also, pays me better. Thankfully, I come across these 7 world's most comfortable and best-paying jobs. If you are also interested in learning about such ...
Views: 1148(2 votes) - Executive Coaching: Can You Be a Great Leader If You Are Shy? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinManagers are generally authoritative, daring leaders. On the other hand, shy people are likely to hold back, be reserved in conversations, and even avoid social interactions. A very interesting question now is whether or not shy people can be effective leaders. If you are a shy type and you ...
Views: 1607 - Ways to choose a good laptop repair service center in your area - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2015 from Robin joWays to choose a good laptop repair service center in your area Laptops, notebooks and tablets are some of the marvels of computer units these days. They are portable as well as strong, just like their desktop computer alternatives, but uses up less energy or electricity. Laptops, ...
Views: 694 - The Effects of Advertising on our Buying Power - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2015 from Kai MarketingAdvertising has an incredible power when done right to win over consumers and convince them to buy a particular product. However, in today’s world we are bombarded with advertising around every corner- it’s inescapable. The average person has a concentration span of 8 seconds. You need to create ...
Views: 637 - 10 Self-Development Web Resources: Free, Reliable and Practical - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2015 from Jane CoplandEager to improve and learn something new? Want to speed-read, perhaps? Or improve your goal-setting skills? Oh, we have something in common. I adore discovering new horizons myself. That’s why I always have at hand my list of 10 self-development websites, which I randomly open when I want to the ...
Views: 1707 - How to Approach a Speakers Bureau - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2015 from Mack DrydenThere is a right way and a grossly unprofessional way to introduce yourself to a speakers bureau. Be sure you know the rules before you call. Before you embarrass yourself, be sure to read my article, “Bozo or Pro? Ten Ways Speakers Bureaus Know.” That will give you great insight into ...
Views: 2381 - Bozo or a Pro? 10 Ways Speakers Bureaus Know - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2015 from Mack DrydenYou think you have what it takes to become a professional speaker. After doing a little web surfing, you call a speakers bureau, introduce yourself and say, "I'm a terrific speaker. I'd like to talk to you about getting on the speaking circuit." "I see," the person says. "What do you speak ...
Views: 1724 - Speakers: Let Pros Write Comedy for You for Free! - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2015 from Mack DrydenEven if your topic is serious and not particularly fertile for comedy, it's always a good strategy to relax the audience with a lighthearted comment in your opening remarks. The very best kind of icebreaker, of course, is a quip that’s crafted specifically your audience. For example, at one ...
Views: 1632 - Seven Rewarding Jobs That Not Only Make A Difference, But Pay Well Too - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2015 from Anita GinsburgA job is much than a way to make a living. The best way to understand what jobs are the most rewarding financially and otherwise is to explore different options. Below are seven jobs that will provide a hefty income while giving you that unique feeling that you've made a real impact on the ...
Views: 919 - How to Turn Stale Managers Into Stars - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2015 from Eileen McDarghA new report from Gallup, based on extensive polling, finds only 10% of managers have what it takes to be "a great manager." Deep breathe before you fire the lot or cry foul. First, Gallup didn't just make up these numbers. They measured the engagement levels of 27 million employees in 195 ...
Views: 1188 - Fall Back In Love With Your Job? Here's How! - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2015 from Eileen McDarghUSA TODAY, recently ran a full-page article of Kerry Hannon's book Love Your Job. She rightfully quotes the latest stats that just 30% of the American workforce is engaged at work. She goes on to relay that most people either don't want to leave for another career or are simply putting in time ...
Views: 1145 - Stop the Snatching and Grabbing - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2015 from Jaynine HowardI recently had a conversation with several business owners on the purpose of a networking event. We all know that networking events have several purposes. But we came to the conclusion that many people attend networking events with the intent to snatch and grab free information from the other ...
Views: 1380 - Business Owners - Stop the Snatchers & Grabbers - Part II - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2015 from Jaynine HowardSnatchers and Grabbers are the people we meet that pretend they want to do business with us. You must identify who they are and how they operate in order to not give away your intellectual property, services, or products for free. I've enjoyed your feedback for my article Stop the Snatchers and ...
Views: 1238 - 4 Mistakes Guitar Teachers Make In Their Guitar Lesson Ads And How To Avoid Them - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2015 from Tom HessEver felt like your guitar lesson ads are no longer bringing you new guitar students? You’re not the only one! This is a common problem most guitar teachers face, and many of them think their ads are “not reaching enough people” or that there is “a lack of people who ...
Views: 940 - Are you living within limits? 5 career coaching secrets to breaking free! - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2015 from Porschia Parker-GriffinDo you find yourself wanting to do things but stopping and thinking, ‘I can’t do that.’ Or may be you wonder, ‘What will other people think?’ A lot of professionals believe that they aren’t smart, attractive, rich, or lucky enough to have the life they want. So they don’t pursue a promotion ...
Views: 1172 - 3 Tips for Stress Management on the Job - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2015 from Porschia Parker-GriffinWe’ve all been there. You’re sailing through your day feeling great and then out of nowhere, you are hit with an email, phone call, or conversation that knocks you off balance. Or maybe, you go through the workday with a constant weight on your shoulders. You could be stressed out at a job ...
Views: 1603 - How to Ask for a Reference Who Will Help with Your Career Planning and Job Search - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinThe references that you include in your resume when applying for a job that you really want are so valuable. Putting a name of a reference who cannot be reached can definitely cost you the job you’re trying to get. As a matter of fact, most hiring managers use the provided references as a basis ...
Views: 1527 - What You Need To Become A Better Sales Manager - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from John TerraA sales manager is the person who leads and guides a team of salespeople, and that's a pretty straightforward fact. The real question is, though, what does it take to be a great sales manager, and how can you bring it about? Fortunately, it need no longer be a mystery, as the following will ...
Views: 982 - 5 Effective Ways To Get Ahead In Your Career - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2015 from John TerraWhen it comes to your career, you should treat it as if it were a shark, and no, it doesn't mean you should be attacking swimmers at the beach. Rather, if it's not always moving, it dies. No matter how old you are or how long you've been involved in your career (which is not the same as simply ...
Views: 949 - How a Simple Formula for Resolving Problems and Conflicts can Change Your Reality - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2015 from Robert FlowerPlease check out my article on Resolving Problems and Conflicts published by Blogger www.pickthebrain.com Have a nagging problem you cannot solve in your personal or professional life? Imagine a simple mnemonic system to aid in your process to resolving problems and conflicts. The Human ...
Views: 1084 - What Would (Insert Name of Favorite Action Hero) Do? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2015 from Noelle NelsonYour most recent attempt to persuade your boss of how much you deserve that raise/bonus/perk landed in the unfathomable depths of his “No way no how” with barely a ripple. You are depressed, disgusted, and yes - truth be told - massaging your hurt ego with liberal doses of self-pity. Which ...
Views: 1238 - What Would (Insert Name of Favorite Action Hero) Do? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2015 from Noelle NelsonYour most recent attempt to persuade your boss of how much you deserve that raise/bonus/perk landed in the unfathomable depths of his “No way no how” with barely a ripple. You are depressed, disgusted, and yes - truth be told - massaging your hurt ego with liberal doses of self-pity. Which ...
Views: 1305 - EMERGE A WINNER AFTER A BAD INTERVIEW EXPERIENCE - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2015 from Dheer ManralYou are trying to find a job and head online to check various available job listings. Finally after much deliberation you post a resume and finally are called for an interview. On the D day you are a bit apprehensive about the type of interviewer you may come across. Well here is a ready ...
Views: 757 - Winning at Working--Perpetuated Myths - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2015 from Nan RussellMyths. Beliefs. Conventional wisdom. Even our own eyes get in our way. Consider what happened to Galileo. In 1589, he gathered the world’s most learned professors to the Leaning Tower of Pisa for a demonstration to disprove a 2,000 year old physics principle of Aristotle’s: the heavier an object ...
Views: 761 - Maslow's Triangle and Your Career - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2015 from Matthew MurphyIn 1943 Abraham Maslow, an American psychologist, introduced a theory of self-motivation based on basic human needs and desires. This theory has developed over time and is often referred to as “Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs”, or “Maslow’s Triangle”. Maslow’s legacy can be transferred into ...
Views: 1209 - How Does Being a Traveler Make You an Ideal Job Candidate and Even a Personal Coach? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinIf there is one thing that you will not often see in a resume, that will be the travel history of an applicant. Now you may be wondering why being a frequent traveler is an advantage you can actually have over other job applicants. Read on to know why. Why Are Travelers Excellent Candidates ...
Views: 1380 - Brainstorming your Start-up Ideas - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2015 from Helen WallisChoosing the right start-up idea will be a huge factor in the long term success of your business. It needs to not just be a good idea but also one which fits your goals and lifestyle. Sometimes people put the cart before the horse when they start out in business and plan where they want to be ...
Views: 1362 - 5 Invaluable Tips for Breaking into Maternal-Fetal Medicine - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2015 from Anica OaksMaternal-fetal medicine is a specialty where the focus is on high-risk pregnancies. These doctors are Obstetrics/Gynecology physicians who specialize in the most un-routine cases of pregnancy. The specialty requires an additional 2-3 years of education and training after becoming an OB/GYN. If ...
Views: 752 - The Meta-Learning Series: Do you know how to learn? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2015 from Lucas ThomasEducation is becoming very, very expensive. Even worse, it is not actually teaching any viable job skills that the workplace wants. As for most jobs you’re hired for; require on the job training and have nothing to do with the degree you have. A good example is my friend, Mike. Mike ...
Views: 1593 - THINGS YOU SHOULD DO WHILE WAITING FOR THE JOB OFFER - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2015 from Dheer ManralThe interim between a great interview and the awaited job offer is agonizing to say the least. As the interview was promising, you are filled with a sense of confidence and also the possibility of getting a job offer. The only hiccup is you have not received anything in writing. Now what, well ...
Views: 1185 - *** Performing an Internal Career Audit - by Submitted on May 29, 2015 from Ford MyersWould you like to get your career on track, with more power and momentum than ever before? Are you prepared to create the focused and productive career that you know you are capable of having — one that will give you great satisfaction and financial reward? When you think back to prior career ...
Views: 1372 - How to Make a Difference in a Career in Government - by Submitted on May 27, 2015 from Lizzie WeakleyWhen people think about government employees they think about greed and corruption. However, that is not the case for everyone and caving to the stereotypical greed and corruption standards is not the best way to get ahead or make a difference in a government career. In fact the best ways to get ...
Views: 1157 - The Next Essential Skill - by Submitted on May 27, 2015 from Nan Russell"Remember, the feeling you get from a good run is far better than the feeling you get from sitting around wishing you were running." Those words from Olympic swimmer and author Sarah Connor capture the essence of a skill those wanting to thrive in the new world of work need. We live in a ...
Views: 850 - A Happy Balanced Life - by Submitted on May 26, 2015 from Jay PasanaEveryone yearns to remain healthy, happy and rich. Obviously! It is ideally the easiest way we know how to live life to the fullest. You can never live a happy life when you're sick or worst, critically ill. You can never say you are rich if you aren't healthy. Money cannot buy happiness they ...
Views: 870 - Why Bringing Home Work Is Bad for Your Career Planning - by Submitted on May 20, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinAlthough many people find nothing wrong with the practice of taking home unfinished work, many also don’t like the idea of letting work intrude their personal lives. If you consider home as an extension of your workplace, it is likely that you won’t be able to reach your full potential. It is ...
Views: 1728 - What Got You Here, Won't Get You There - by Submitted on May 18, 2015 from Jackie BrownSince my early 20’s, I’ve come a long way in cultivating effective interpersonal skills considering the rough edges in my personality that had to be refined during my first few years of management. Fortunately, I had the support of great bosses, co-workers, and straight up friends to serve as a ...
Views: 1273 - Inside Moves, A Brentwood Moving Service provides a Stress-Free Move - by Submitted on May 07, 2015 from Intern OntrixMoving can be an exciting experience: finding the perfect place may serve as a symbol for a new beginning. Between finding the ideal location for your home or office, researching the prospective area, and filling out all of the paperwork, those oncoming weeks until move-in day can seem like ...
Views: 1018 - Online Reputation Hurting Your Career? - by Submitted on May 07, 2015 from John TerraOnline Reputation Hurting Your Career? Is there anything more valuable than your career, especially in a day and age where the economy can force your client to terminate you on a moment's notice? With that question in mind, what are you doing in 2015 to make sure that your online ...
Views: 959 - What is your Purpose in Life? - by Submitted on May 06, 2015 from Erik TozierWhat is your purpose? Are you driven to make a lot of money? Are you looking to help people through teaching, volunteering, or being a nurse or doctor? Do you want to travel the world and have many new experiences? Do you want to have a family that lives comfortably and can have fun ...
Views: 1139(1 vote) - Co-workers Draining Your Energy? 5 Tips to Maintaining Your Peace of Mind! - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2015 from Porschia Parker-GriffinHow do you feel after chatting with your co-workers on the job? Are you upbeat, motivated, and inspired? Or are you tired, drained, and feeling unbalanced? Most people are not aware of how the interactions they have with others affects their energy, mood, and job performance. They wonder why ...
Views: 1593 - Knowing Why You Got Fired Is Good for Your Career Planning - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinNobody ever wants to get fired, of course! Getting terminated from a job can damage not only your reputation, but your confidence in yourself as well. Although this is a forgettable moment in your life, there are things you should learn about yourself also through this experience. Whatever the ...
Views: 1457 - Grit: How To Get It - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2015 from Lisa PerryHave you heard the latest buzz word? Grit. It seems to be on the lips of every hiring manager and recruiter in the country. And, as words go, "grit" is a great word for a number of reasons. I guess it had fallen out of everyday usage, so it seems fresh again. It's a short word, and it sounds ...
Views: 1735 - Try Some Habits of a Millionaire - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2015 from Jay PasanaMany people always place the question… “How did they become wealthy?” We tend to investigate how one became that rich. You wonder exactly what business he is in allowing you to do the same and so expecting the same fate, of course. Well, imitating the business isn't as simple as you think. What ...
Views: 838 - *** Thinking of Changing Careers? Here’s How to Get Started. - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2015 from Ford MyersIf you’re seriously considering making a career change, it will be important to go through some preliminary “internal exercises” to discover what type of role would be best for you. Here at Career Potential, LLC, we use at least seven exercises that are very powerful. These are explained in ...
Views: 1383 - *** The Power of “Pull Marketing” in Your Job Search - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2015 from Ford MyersWhen you’re searching for a new job, would you rather be “chasing after employers,” or would you rather have employers “chasing after you?” The answer is quite obvious – given a choice, you’d much rather have employers chasing after you! Is this some fantasy or “pipe dream?” No, the choice is ...
Views: 1325 - Tips that Will Help Improve Your Quality of Life and Even Career Planning - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinWhen it comes to self-improvement, it is too easy to find advice online or get tips from people you know. The question is always if you could put them into practice. For my part, I should say that it’s always a challenge to follow the advice I give other people on how they can improve their ...
Views: 1326 - Which Clock? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2015 from Nan RussellI hesitated before I answered the question. It was just a slight hesitation, but the question took me by surprise. Someone asked me how could they work on self-improvement and development on the clock. And while I answered at the time with a few tips, the on the clock part stuck with me and got ...
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