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We hear so much today about using the power of social media to aid in a job search. Using sites, like LinkedIn or Facebook - the most popular - can elevate your profile, get you in front of thousands of recuiters or potential clients, and connect you with people who may be in a position …
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Since we're now in the beginning of the New Year, I thought I'd repost tips from when I was interviewed last January for an article in the Orlando Sun Newspaper. I hope these may help you to get serious about your career search or for reving up your career: 1. Set the intention – decide on what …
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First off, Happy New Year. I hope your festivities were filled with fun and time spent with family and friends. With the holiday festivities over, it is not time to get back to the business at hand. This is a great time to refocus on your career goals and taking it up a notch. This …
Mary Johnson works at Acme Corporation, where she has been employed as an accounting clerk for three years. Mary has always excelled at her job and has been recognized for the work she does. But lately, Mary has not been enjoying her job and has found that she is becoming disengaged and angry. Both her …
I find that the majority of clients I work with are not unhappy with the job they do but they are miserable with their organizational life. Work-overload, deadlines, personal problems and worries over potential job loss all impact the workplace environment and can contribute to job dissatisfaction. One can be very involved in the job they …
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The circumstances of the economy, over the past several years, has forced a lot of people to take jobs that they would not otherwise have taken. People had to do what they had to do. But the uncertainty of the economy has had a greater impact on American workers; most have had to endure layoffs …
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If you've been sending out resumes and not receiving any calls, then it's time to look at what information you've been submitting, namely looking to see if your resumes includes all of your accomplishments and skills. I see if over and over when working with clients - they negate past accomplishments or job skills as …
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I hear it over and over again how workers today are having difficulty dealing with their boss. Some of the comments include, "She's creates drama", "He shows favoritism", "He yells and orders us around", "She expects so much out of us", "He doesn't know what he's talking about." And the list goes on. These types …
Bob is a manager at a large financial call center. He is in charge of 100 employees, who are responsible for collections. Bob goes about his day, and weeks, problem-solving and motivating his employees. He feels he has created a good team and that his employees like and respect him. So imagine his surprise when he …
Last June, I learned that my website had been hacked; some very malicious codes were encrypted in my site. With just a few "pings" and my site was gone! I was panicked at the thought - first, for all the information I might lose and second, that my online reputation would be adversely affected. At …
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