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- *** Should You Respond to Online Job Postings and “Help-Wanted” Ads? - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from Ford MyersLet’s assume that you’ve just spent a lot of time preparing, strategizing and tooling-up for a job search. Now, you’re finally ready to get into action. What’s the first thing you’re likely to do? Of course! Go online (or open a newspaper or trade publication), to start scanning the job postings ...
Views: 1900(2 votes) - How to FIX Neck-Pain & Headaches a-work in 5-minutes. - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“How to Fix Neck Pain & Headaches at-work in 5-minutes.” • 1. “Pop, my neck hurts, and I got a headache. Do something.” • 2. “Tell your mother, she’ll give you an aspirin. Is this an excuse not to do your homework?” • 3. “I am afraid of pills, and I want an exercise to keep it from coming ...
Views: 1898 - How to Handle Unusual Interview Situations - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Peggy McKeeOccasionally, candidates will get to the final interview and discover that the company has hired a third party to conduct the interview. Understandably, these interview situations make candidates a little more nervous….but I have a job interview strategy for you to handle this situation. To ...
Views: 1895 - INTROVERTS: UNLEASHING THE POWER OF THE THINKERS IN YOUR WORKPLACE - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Harvey DeutschendorfThe high cost of overlooking introverts What do Albert Einstein, Warren Buffet, Mahatma Gandhi, Charles Darwin and Rosa Parks have in common. They are all leaders who made an impact on their world. What most people don’t know is that they were all introverts. In today’s corporate ...
Views: 1895 - Job Interview Advice: The Very Best Way to Stand Out - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2010 from Peggy McKeeCandidates always want to know the ONE thing they can do in the job interview that’s going to be the most impressive to the hiring manager. And there really is one answer. There are a lot of other pieces that go into a successful job interview, but the number one thing you can do in the ...
Views: 1895 - Access your True Nature - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2012 from sarah-jane farrellSarah-Jane reached a near death point many times in her life until she demanded that things change or life was not worth living anymore. After spending years searching for the answers and trying to make sense of the insanity of her life, years of trying to do what was supposed to bring ...
Views: 1894(2 votes) - A Word About Coaching - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Barbara WulfThe field of Professional/Personal Coaching has seen rapid career growth in the past 20 years. I should know, I am a coach! I was not born into the profession nor did not aspire to be a coach as I selected a major in college. The career path was nonexistent, but evolved, as so many new career ...
Views: 1890 - Is Your Life Full But Not Fulfilling? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2010 from Paula GregorowiczDo you find yourself running from place to place and task to task like a worker on an assembly line? Are you someone who knows what it is like to have a feeling of success and achievement but all that feels a distant memory (even if, say you achieved something last week!?) Are you ...
Views: 1890(6 votes) - Using Workplace Stress To Improve Your Personal Effectiveness. - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2011 from Rick CarterHandling workplace stress is the secret key to your career success. Your people skills are important. Your technical skills do matter. Even your ability to tolerate your boss can help you advance. But what can make you really stand out from the crowd is how you operate under stress. The ...
Views: 1889 - How Does LinkedIn Work? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeLinkedIn, a social networking site for professionals, is a large community of over 40 million users from all over the world. It allows people to interact with other individuals and maintain profile pages that contain their career-oriented information and contact details. The advantage of ...
Views: 1888(1 vote) - Laid-off? Can't Afford Health Insurance? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2009 from Judy GillespieOne of my clients was diagnosed with breast cancer after he’d unexpectedly lost his job as a Food Services Director. Another client’s “wrenched knee” made walking agonizing. Driving his car to job interviews was almost impossible. He needed surgery, but he’d lost his health insurance. A ...
Views: 1886(1 vote) - Everyday Leadership: It's an Inside Job - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Marshall BrownLeadership As a Way of Life Too often, we believe that leadership is the domain of those with recognized authority, and the title to go with it: CEOs, presidents, conductors, mayors. "In a world that is changing as rapidly as this one, we need to think differently about leadership," said ...
Views: 1884(3 votes) - Job Interview Tip: Don’t Kill Your Chances With Your References - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Peggy McKeeWhat you say about your references can kill your job search. Many candidates are so focused on the resume and interview preparation that they forget about their references—but they are a critical piece of your job-getting effort. When you are asked who would be your references, and what ...
Views: 1884(1 vote) - What Does Somebody Have to Do to Get Promoted Around Here? When You’re Feeling Overlooked at Work - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Elizabeth FreedmanWe all have our share of junior high school traumas, right? Here’s mine: Picture me, a somewhat nerdy (OK, extremely nerdy) student in my seventh grade French class, being told by the teacher that I didn’t have the chops to continue on to the advanced French class for the following academic ...
Views: 1884 - Job Interview Advice: Why You Need a Career Coach - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Peggy McKeeCareer coaching is sometimes thought of as a counseling session for “what do you want to be when you grow up?” That has its place, for sure, but career counseling is not career coaching. Career coaching works a lot like athletic coaching—it’s an experienced trainer standing behind you, helping ...
Views: 1881 - *** Follow-up Steps after the Interview: Strategies to Help You Get the Offer - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Ford MyersMy clients often express frustration after they’ve completed their interviews for a position they want. The common complaints include, “Why doesn’t the company call me back?” or “I feel like I have no power; all I can do is wait for an answer,” or “Can’t I do anything to make the employer say ...
Views: 1880(1 vote) - Strategic Acknowledgement – Performance Management Technique - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Judith RichardsonWhen we claim value, we create value – a win/win for the organization. There is great power in a group that notices it’s potential together and is committed to each other’s success. When members of a team discover their sense of purpose, you don’t have to ask them to do something; they call ...
Views: 1880 - The Hidden Job Market: Urban Legend or Reality? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Peggy McKeeIf you've been in the job search for even half a second, you've heard of the hidden job market. But what is it? Does it even exist? And if it does, how are you supposed to apply for, and win a job you can't even find? The hidden job market does exist. It is made up of those jobs that are ...
Views: 1880 - Job Search Advice: References – Written vs. Verbal - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Peggy McKeeHave you ever wondered if it carries more weight to have a written reference letter, or if it makes a better impression to have your reference speak directly to the hiring manager on the phone? The answer is: both. Written references and verbal references serve different purposes in your ...
Views: 1879 - Belonging - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2012 from Cory KempHave you found what you want? I ask clients this question at the end of each coaching session, making sure that loose ends are addressed before we part. The client’s job is to show up, be ready to work and ask for what they need. Many clients get edgy around that asking part, preferring ...
Views: 1876 - ***Being a Woman of Influence - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2013 from Dr. Madeline Ann LewisOne of the most important aspects of getting ahead in business or advancing your career is to have influence. The problem with influence is that few women, or men, really understand what this term actually means. Influence is the ability to get other people to do what you want them to do. ...
Views: 1874(1 vote) - Why do you need a Forex Trading Coach? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Randy RodenhouseSure you might have a natural talent, but everyone needs discipline, focus, and strategy. That is where a coach comes into play. There are acting coaches, sports coaches, life coaches, financial coaches, and business coaches. Forex Trading is no different. If you want to succeed in any aspect of ...
Views: 1872(1 vote) - A Rags to Riches Niche Story - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Iyabo AsaniOn August 5th, TV Land premiered “How’d You Get So Rich?” hosted by the legendary comedian, Joan Rivers. I finally caught up with the show. You have to watch this show! She goes around asking wealthy people how they made their money. Now, be warned, it is Joan Rivers and there is a lot of ...
Views: 1870(1 vote) - Hang on, keep pedaling, and persevere in your job search - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Jeri Hird DutcherSuccess demands persistence. Napoleon Hill describes persistence as the combination of willpower and desire, but ruthless, cold-blooded, and other terms may come to mind when thinking of the uber-rich and ultra-successful, the Waltons, Gates, and Buffets of today. In Napoleon Hill's time, it was ...
Views: 1866 - Coach Training - 15 Criteria on Choosing the Right Coach Training For You - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Erika KalmarIn case you decide to enrol in coach training, the next challenge is surely how to choose the right one. Because let's face it, a serious training program will not be a dirt cheap investment. And in return for your money, you want to make sure that you are getting what you expected. There are ...
Views: 1865(1 vote) - *** Creating Your Career Transition Binder - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Ford MyersIf you’re in job search mode, you should create a binder – your very own Career Transition Binder. I’ve found that there are two types of job seekers: those who create a binder to keep track of all their networking, interviewing, career documents, lists, and contacts in one place – and those who ...
Views: 1862(2 votes) - How to apply for a job quickly - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Jeri Hird DutcherIf you are one of the many students flocking back to colleges and universities this week, you may need a part-time job to support your social life. It's likely you will happen on to a job you want to apply for, and the deadline is very close. Like today. The trick is not to assume you can't get ...
Views: 1862 - Staying Competitive in Your Organization - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Julie CohenIn today’s economic situation, having and holding your job cannot be assured. We are no longer living in a world where the organization one works for has any guaranteed loyalty to its employees. What then can you do to stack the deck in your favor? You need to make yourself irreplaceable to ...
Views: 1862 - The Meaning and Essence of Leadership in Business - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2011 from Karen KleinwortChange is the only unchanging features in this changing world. Everything surrounding us changes with the passage of time to be in line with modernization. The ongoing business environment is no exception when it comes to this trend. Modern business is on a triumphant march through tracking ...
Views: 1857(2 votes) - Top 10 Work from Home Careers - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from Nancy HigginsIf you have been scouring the Sunday newspaper and the Internet for work from home opportunities, you should probably know that you are not the only one. Increasingly, people have been looking for opportunities that allow them to work from a remote location, which in most cases is their home. ...
Views: 1854 - Invoking the Power of Positive Life Choices - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Gail McMeekinWork has the potential to be a vehicle for your creative self-expression as well as cover your expenses. A key success strategy is to choose work that suits your talents and lifestyle and reflects your passion as well. In this topsy-turvy work culture, where reliance on others for job security ...
Views: 1853 - The “TMI” Trend: Discretion equals professionalism in today’s workplace - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Sarah HathornToday with all the personally revealing reality shows on TV and the sharing of way too much private and intimate information on social media sites the trend for Too Much Information (TMI) is naturally spreading into the workplace. More and more professionals are getting caught in the trap of ...
Views: 1853 - How Can You Jumpstart Your Job Search? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Peggy McKeeIf you’re not experiencing the success you want in your job search, you’re not alone. This is a tough economy, and combined with the rise of internet job postings, today’s job search is like no other. But: you can absolutely take steps to jumpstart your job search. There’s no reason for you ...
Views: 1852(1 vote) - Your Personal Checklist - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2007 from Denise LamotheAs professionals, most of us realize the importance of making and checking lists. We may make packing lists, lists of presentation items we need to take along and lists of things to mention during our presentation. Some more organized people even have lists of lists! But many of us neglect to ...
Views: 1851 - Dear Career Coach-- I Need a Job! - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Peggy McKeeDear Career Coach: I’ve been out of work for a while, and it seems that it’s getting harder to get an interview. I keep applying for every job I can find, but I’m not getting any response. I think that my unemployment is hurting my chances, and it’s getting worse the longer it goes. What ...
Views: 1848 - I'm a Mompreneur and Proud of it! - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Jody MaleyBeing a "mompreneur" is the new logo for moms all around of one key essential, Balance. Having balance today means that a mom can have the option to choose a different path! We wear many different hats today by being a mom. Mom, taxi driver, cook, psychologist and oh yeah, major six figure ...
Views: 1837(2 votes) - ***Acing The Interview: The Positive Approach To Tough Questions - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Ford MyersAs a Career Consultant, I work with clients on all the tools and techniques that are needed to succeed in the job search – including interviewing skills. One thing I have noticed over the years is that candidates often get “trapped” in certain interview questions that are designed to make them ...
Views: 1836(2 votes) - Career Change – Making the Big Leap - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2011 from David Bonham-CarterOften people contemplate a change of career with some trepidation, holding fears such as: - Will I be able to achieve what I am aiming for? - What if I don’t earn enough money? - Will I regret my decision? One common tool for helping you to decide whether you are right in wanting to ...
Views: 1836 - Common Misconceptions About Career Management - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Ford MyersYou get your clothes cleaned when they’re dirty. You pay your bills each month. You see your doctor once or twice a year. You send cards to family-members at each birthday. So, why is it that most people (maybe even you!) don’t integrate career management into their regular routine? Most ...
Views: 1836(1 vote) - Scientology Volunteer Ministers Train Kolkata Nursing Students - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2007 from Linda WielandTo "nurse" means, "to bring up; to raise, by care, from a weak or invalid condition; to foster; to cherish." Nursing is clearly a profession dedicated to helping people, and one very deserving of assistance. And students at a nursing college in Kolkata got the help they needed this week at a ...
Views: 1834(1 vote) - Five Effective Interview Questions for Hiring Managers - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2012 from Cecile PeterkinWhile it is usually very easy for hiring managers to determine just what the wrong questions to ask during an interview are it can be much harder for them to come up with the right ones. Asking effective interview questions is a skill that every great hiring manager has to possess though, as a ...
Views: 1833 - Job Interview Tip: Don’t Sabotage Your Interview By Making This Critical Mistake - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Peggy McKeeAs an interview coach, I always recommend that my clients bring a 30/60/90-day plan to their job interviews. This plan is a written outline for what they intend to do and achieve within the first 3 months on the job. It takes research and strategic thinking to put one together, and it’s a lot ...
Views: 1825 - What’s the best source of information for the 30/60/90-day plan? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Peggy McKeeA 30-60-90-day plan is an outline of what you intend to do in your first 3 months on the job. It’s a goal-setting document that shows you understand the job and you know what it takes to be successful at it. It covers everything from your training to your initial efforts to grow the business. ...
Views: 1825(1 vote) - Stop Selling Failure by Talking Yourself Out of Success - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Sarah HathornOne of the obstacles I face with my professional clients is their inability to recognize and overcome sabotaging self-talk. Through coaching them I realize how personal image can be, and how easy it is to be overly critical of ourselves –when we really need to be our own biggest fans. We often ...
Views: 1820(12 votes) - Job Search: Holiday Dead Zones for Job Seekers - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Dorothy Tannahill-MoranWith November and the upcoming holidays in the air, the turf changes for hiring that can be either problematic for job seekers, or an opportunity. As a job seeker you will do much better during this season if you are prepared ahead of time for how the business environment is likely to ...
Views: 1819(1 vote) - Why To Choose Expository Writing As A Profession? - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Amy Dyslex“Expository writing refers to straightforward explanations and/or instructions dealing with a particular technical subject. The subject being written about may be abstract or tangible.” or “Expository writing, a form of technical communication, is a style of writing used in fields as ...
Views: 1818 - 5 Ways to Boost Your Salary as a Nurse - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Jane M Andrews"There is money when you work hard." Actually during the hardest reason for the economy nurse practitioners were receiving a significant amount of money and now that the economy is starting to go up again there are ways that you, as a nurse, may earn a large amount of quantity. Keep in mind that ...
Views: 1816 - Following Up After Your Job Interview: A Step-By-Step Strategy - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Peggy McKeeIn the best possible world of job interviews, you asked about how well you did and what the next steps are during your conversation with the hiring manager and you got a clear answer on when a decision would be made and what to expect. But, maybe you didn’t ask, or maybe they put you off and ...
Views: 1815(1 vote) - Preceptorships: How Do I Get One? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Peggy McKeePreceptorships, also known as job shadowing, are a great solution for people who want to transition into a new industry or career (and for new graduates, too). They are fantastically enriching experiences that make you a stronger candidate in the job search, plus they give you a legitimate way ...
Views: 1814 - How to Have a Lucrative Career with Your Event Management Diploma - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from David AlexanderMemorable corporate events or grand parties don’t just happen with a snap of a finger. Instead, it is carefully planned, every detail is taken care of and professional people execute the plan so no hitch can happen on the big day. Since companies, both big and small, use their events to promote ...
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