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Recipe for Success in the Free Agent Economy - by Howard Sambol- Top Three Ways A Temporary Staffing Company Saves Money - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Catherine Lang-ClineYou need more help in your company. Suddenly there’s more work and your team is getting burned out. If your business experiences busy and slow periods throughout the year, trying to balance your staff and productivity can be challenging. In some cases, you just are not sure you want to add ...
Views: 837 - How to Write a Killer Creative Job Description - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Catherine Lang-ClineWhen it comes to hiring a creative person, the right fit can make the difference between smooth sailing and serious struggle. Even if you have a sense of the kind of person you’re looking for, it can be challenging to write a job description that attracts the perfect person right out of the ...
Views: 1133 - Flawless Follow-up – How To Handle Things Post Interview - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Catherine Lang-ClineWell, that went well. You have just exited an interview that you feel went pretty good. Now what? First, celebrate. Next, follow-up! It’s important to take a few moments to breathe a sigh of relief for a job well done. Being selected for an interview means that they saw something in you of ...
Views: 927 - 5 Signs It’s Time For A Career Change - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Catherine Lang-ClineMaking the decision to change your career can be a difficult one. Especially if you’ve been in your profession for years and feel that it’s part of who you are. But there are some signs that it might be time to think a little more fully about your work situation, and perhaps make the leap into ...
Views: 896 - Job Search Blunders – Five Networking Mistakes - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Catherine Lang-ClineAs head of a job placement firm, I’ve seen a lot of do’s and don’ts when it comes to finding a job. Networking, while a powerful strategy for landing a new career opportunity, can be done in such a way that it limits your chances rather than expands them. Here are five of the most common ...
Views: 725 - Work from Home Careers in Healthcare - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Nancy HigginsAccording to the Department of Labor (DOL), healthcare was one of the largest industries in the year 2008, providing 14.3 million jobs.*1 Furthermore, the sector is projected to add another 3.2 million new jobs until 2018.*2 If you are planning to start a work at home career, then healthcare ...
Views: 1270 - Recruitment into various Government Jobs - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Radhika SinhaThere are many career options today. Especially the government jobs are in high demand by the youth of today. The job security and additional incentives provided by government jobs are unmatched by any private sector job available. Also, the pension plans provided by government jobs, make them ...
Views: 525 - Career Change Resume Writing - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Ron SandiforIs A career Change Resume In Your Future? Why has career change resume writing become an essential skill for job seekers? The answer is that the unique characteristics of the "New Economy" have instilled the highest levels of uncertainty into the process of planning and pursuing an ...
Views: 903 - Different Journeys, Same Destination - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Anthony CalabreseIf I asked you what a construction worker, a tutor for those taking the Scholastic Aptitude Test, a Director of a consumer health business unit at a flavor manufacturer and a business executive with varied career experiences had in common – you may think not very much. However, these are the ...
Views: 1137 - Focus Helps Us Get the Most From Our Purpose in Life - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Anthony CalabreseHave you taken the time recently to think about what is your purpose in life? When I think of mine, it is to be the best career coach I can be to those with whom I come in contact. I have learned so much this year on the process of career development and the methods to use in searching for a ...
Views: 1084 - Jobless and Middle-aged? A To-Do List for Getting Back to Work - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Susanne GoldsteinMiddle-aged. What a crappy way to be described. Middle-age is for OLD people. At least, that's what most of us thought as we stepped out into the working world, once upon a time. As we built our careers, got married, had babies, middle-age still seemed like a dungeon in the distance. And then ...
Views: 948 - Are plumbing courses just a pipe dream? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Charlie MaineThere are plenty of training providers whose plumbing courses might steer you towards rewarding and impressively paid professions, yet is this just a pipe dream? We explore the diverse sorts of plumbing courses out there and the people likely to sign up. Are the riches, flexible hours and job ...
Views: 796 - Irrational Career Decisions Some Recent Graduates Make - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2011 from Ken SundheimIrrational Career Moves Some College Graduates Are Making Due to the Economy A significant mistake that some recent college graduates make is letting the current economy control their career path rather than letting current circumstance dictate only the first job or two they take after ...
Views: 1261(2 votes) - Get a brilliant career with engineering - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from simran raiHigher education is always a priority to every person. Often, young minds find themselves in cross roads and cannot make out which way to go. Over the years, students have been putting lot of importance on their education and looking for a brighter future. Though, choice of subjects may have ...
Views: 641 - Three Surefire Ways To Come Up With Compelling Literature Dissertation Topics - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Donna SantosThere is almost a non ending debate when one wants to come up with an interesting title for dissertation writing. As you know it is a high level academic paper, therefore, the topic should be something that is unique and intriguing but that is not commonly observed because students seems to be ...
Views: 1150 - The Prevalence Of Physician Job - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Emery StuartPeople nowadays give so much importance to their health. They seek the help of physicians in order to make sure that they could live longer. Having more demands for people, it makes the healthcare industry as one of the fastest growing and one of the most competitive industries today. In order ...
Views: 667 - How to Write Your Resume the Right Way - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Jonathon CarringtonMost job seekers believe that your resume is the ticket to winning a job offer. This belief is far from the truth. The resume will not make a difference to a hiring manager if your personality does not shine through to secure an interview. First impression is everything, and your resume can be ...
Views: 1021 - Free Customer Service Resume Templates - How to Get the Job you want? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Sandy DsouzaCustomer service position is an important post in IT industry. The person working in this position needs to be well qualified to handle the number of complex job responsibilities associated with the position. Your resume for this position must list the skills necessary for this position. You ...
Views: 3003(1 vote) - 4 Considerations Prior to Accepting a Job - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Ken Sundheim1. What Are Their Expectations for You? Are They Realistic? As a job seeker, the last thing that you want to do is take a position in which you are destined to not live up to expectations. Some managers and companies simply do not have realistic expectations for the output of their ...
Views: 1353(2 votes) - Is The Problem High Unemployment Or Highly Unemployable People? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Susanne GoldsteinAre you one of those who speaks up on articles about jobs Jobs? A recent piece I wrote called "10 Tricks To Landing A Job After The Great Recession" garnered heated commentary from readers. Some of you loved me (and what I had to say). Some of you hated me (and what I had to say). Some of you ...
Views: 1514(1 vote) - You Can Transform Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from Anastasia MontejanoHow do you transform a life? You make one empowered step at a time. During this year I’ve been given ample opportunities to get out of my own way. As a conscious business leader, my desire is to fulfill the highest calling for my life – to step into my potential more fully and to make a ...
Views: 1120(1 vote) - Your Dream Job Is Waiting - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from Anastasia MontejanoYour conscious reinvention doesn't have to look like anyone else's idea of success. With Steve Jobs passing we've heard alot about his brilliance with forging new technological advancements. He literally changed how we approach communications in the 21st century. I wasn't surprised when I ...
Views: 1220(1 vote) - Shape up a career in the most sought after sector - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from simran raiAfter completing intermediate, every youngster gets serious with his career. It becomes important for him to take the right decision. Are you also one among those aspiring to get into a very good course? Read one this article and find out what is there in store for you. In the present day ...
Views: 601 - Acquired Traits and Abilities of Those Who Advance In Their Career - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Ken SundheimWe all want to get ahead in our career. Money, success and the feeling of importance are desires we are born with as human beings. Though, not everyone knows and understands as to how to achieve these goals nor has the ability or the self-discipline to execute. Regardless of where we are ...
Views: 1516(2 votes) - How To Be An IT Contractor - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Paul MonaxI get asked all the time about being a contractor and specifically how to be an IT Contractor. Being a contractor in any field I would imagine is pretty similar, but since I am a software engineer by trade, I am most familiar with IT disciplines and thus this is specifically geared toward how ...
Views: 1282(1 vote) - Resume Tips for the IT Professional - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Don GoodmanAccording to U.S. News & World Report’s article on “The 50 Best Careers of 2011,” many technology positions made it into the top 50 list of careers providing overall satisfaction. They include computer software engineers, computer support specialists, computer systems analysts, and network ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - What is a Statement of Claims? - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from David GillonWhat is a Statement of Claims? If you are interested in applying for a position within any one of the many departments within the Australian government your application will always need to include your resume, as well as evidence that you meet the required selection criteria. Depending on ...
Views: 734 - How to get a PERC Card in the state of Illinois - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2011 from Elijah GarnerSecurity guards, school bus drivers, locksmiths, massage therapists, private detectives… they all have something in common, at least in the state of Illinois. The previously mentioned people all need an Illinois Permanent Employee Registration Card in order to legally do their job. If you're ...
Views: 10588 - Environmental Current Affairs - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Radhika SinhaCurrent affairs as we all know refer to the ongoing activities around us. It can refer to an incident that took place in our country or an event that will be commenced in the near future. It involves all the information about the surroundings we live in and the impact such events can have on our ...
Views: 1067 - General Knowledge in Our Lives - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Radhika SinhaTo be updated with general knowledge is very important, in today's time. We have to keep pace with this fast moving world and understand the basic nature of events or occurrences that take place around us. It helps you keep track of the current affairs around you and also helps you in the ...
Views: 3661 - Advantages of RSS Feeds - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2011 from Vinod P.VRSS Technology (Really Simple Syndication) is a web feed format use to publish frequently updated works such as jobs, news etc. RSS feed benefit publishers by letting them syndicate content automatically. They benefit readers who want to subscribe to timely updates from many sites into one ...
Views: 2561 - Tips and Examples for Masters Dissertations Topics That Cannot Be Rejected - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Donna SantosAre you pulling your hair out because you can not select an interesting subject out of so many titles? Please do not the following tips and examples will help you in making your work easier. A common problem student is face in doing thesis is the choice of the title. Every student wants ...
Views: 1969 - Get Enrolled With Mumbai University Meant For Quality Education - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from dharmaraj kumarThe Mumbai University in earlier times known as Bombay University is emerged as the leading and oldest university of India. It has grateful with a five-star ranking by NAAC (National Accreditation and Assessment Council). The campus of mumbai university is situate in largest metropolitan city of ...
Views: 944 - Survive office politics - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Nikoleta VenRead if: you love your job, but office politics are bothering you. Find: a way to cope with office games It’s your first month in a new company and you already start to feel like an outsider. Although you do possess the requisite skills and good reputation in this field, you can’t adapt to ...
Views: 2164 - Career Changers: How to Write a Skills-Based Resume - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Don GoodmanMaking a career change is a tough decision for most people, especially if you are already mid-way or more into a career in another field. In some cases, it can feel like having to turn back time, starting at a level alongside interns or entry-level professionals with lower pay than what you ...
Views: 3307 - Good Goals - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Christine Topjian"Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you are right" - Henry Ford Wise man that Mr. Ford! The most important thing to remember when setting any goal (and many other more well-known gurus besides myself, will tell you) that success begins with the right frame of mind. If you ...
Views: 1221 - Jumpstart Your Reinvention - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from Anastasia MontejanoYour conscious reinvention doesn't have to look like anyone else's idea of success. Your reinvention - your awakening and transformation - is at the heart of what I do. My deepest desire is that you can see yourself as the gift you truly are, to think bigger about who you are and what you ...
Views: 1328(1 vote) - 5 Questions to Ask on a 1st Interview - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Ken Sundheim1. Let’s Say I Execute All the Set Duties of My Position For A Long Time….? You should always find out where the job is taking you in the next few years, however you must phrase this question properly. If you come out and say that you want to know exactly where you’ll be in 3 years, the ...
Views: 1460(2 votes) - Working For A Big Corporate - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Nik LemmensIs it a good idea working for a big corporate? Many people think their job is automatically safer with the protection of a big corporate whilst others are under the opinion that you are simply a number and your job could be taken away just like that. The Advantages Generally, a big ...
Views: 846 - Five Key Conversations to Have with Your New Boss - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2011 from Angie ThompsonRecently promoted? Leadership and learning expert Kevin Eikenberry shares the 5 conversations you need to have with your new boss - right away. (These work even if you're a veteran.) If you`ve just been promoted, this is obviously for you. If you have been in your role for awhile, but your ...
Views: 947 - What to Expect with a Career in Construction Sector - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Jonathan WoodhouseGetting a career in construction sector is a challenging task often but what you get after some years is a highly rewarding job experience. Similar to healthcare, IT and technical industries, construction jobs too are of high demand nowadays because of its numerous employee benefits. United ...
Views: 1024 - What to bear in mind when seeking a plumbing training company - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2011 from Charlie MaineIt is normal for individuals to struggle when choosing a training provider when there are lots options. This article focuses on a few of the differentiating factors to help simplify your decision. All training providers believe that they are greater than the competition, providing improved ...
Views: 875 - Discipline Yourself When Taking Up an Online Degree - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2011 from Wes ThompsonWhen pursuing an online degree, the most likely thing that would happen is that you will slack off. This can be especially true when you are not motivated and disciplined enough to learn at your own convenient pace. This is usually the case when choosing to apply at online colleges. There are a ...
Views: 886 - Career Advancement in Medical Transcription - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from Nancy HigginsMedical Transcription: The Career Medical transcription, one of the most popular home-based careers, refers to the transcription of dictations by doctors and other healthcare practitioners into ready to use text. These texts are usually patient records, letters and other correspondence ...
Views: 2655 - 5 Ways to Maintain a High Value on the Open Job Search Market - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Ken Sundheim1. Do not bounce from job to job As a job seeker, be aware that an inverse relationship exists between the number of jobs you have had in the past few years and the likely amount of your next job offer. Bouncing from job to job is a serious red flag to employers. This is regardless of whether ...
Views: 1312(2 votes) - Feeling Down? Change Your Sad to Glad - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Jonathan HuieDoes it feel as if the whole world is conspiring against you? Does it seem that everything that could go wrong is going wrong right now - and is directed against you personally? You got fired. Your credit card is overdue and is in collection. The bank is foreclosing on your mortgage. Your spouse ...
Views: 2118(1 vote) - Optimizing Your Resume with Keywords - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Don GoodmanLong gone are the days where employers review all resume submissions manually. And even if there are still a few who are doing that, their eyes are quickly scanning over your resume for keywords that align with their view of the position. A majority of today’s employers rely on scanning ...
Views: 1280(1 vote) - I See Your Dream Job: Confessions of a Career Intuitive - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Sue FrederickI'm a career intuitive, and I see dream jobs. When I work with clients, I see their gifts and potentials; what they came here to do; the careers they would love; and where they should live. This information comes to me as photographic images and strong messages that I transmit directly to my ...
Views: 1253 - Why Career Change Moves Slowly (And You Must Accelerate With Care) - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Cathy GoodwinAs a die-hard New Yorker, I learned to drive after I moved west as an elderly twenty-one-year-old. I had to master the trick of turning left against a red light and parallel parking in tight spots on busy streets. Night driving was a special challenge and the instructor reminded me, “Don’t drive ...
Views: 1302 - Super 6 Dissertation Writing Tips That Will Guarantee an ‘F’ Grade - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Donna SantosIf you think that getting an F in your final dissertation is not an easy task, then you are wrong. All you need is a little carelessness in the formatting, composing and structuring of your research report and (Voila!) you will achieve an F easily. Below mentioned are 6 dissertation ...
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