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Looking for a job can be frustrating and anxiety-producing even in the best of times. Knowing what employers are exactly looking for can stump the best detective. Determining how to present yourself in a way that will get you noticed takes skill; there seems to be alot of varying information that is out-of-sync and can …
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If you are unsure about your career path, regardless if you are a recent entry to the job market, are returning to work, or have questions about career decisions, there may be reasons why. According to Callanan & Greenhaus (1990), there are seven sources that lead to career indecisions that result from either limited experience …
In the workforce, there are several levels of employees: (1) those who survive, (2) those who thrive, and (3) superstars. The key to effective career management is to be that “superstar”. According to Zig Ziegler, superstar employees are more productive as they not only know and love their jobs, but they are also constantly growing …
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If you have been umployed for longer than 3 months, you need to find a career coach - and fast! Here are some benefits: 1. they can help you to regain composure when you feel thrust into unemployment and help you to regain your equilibrium 2. they can help you become focused and to set …
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In this age of layoffs and rampant unemployment, one option is to start your own venture. I believe that everyone has their own talents and skills that can be transferred into services that people want and need. I think there are people out there who have the creativity and adeptness at making new ideas into …
Career fairs are a great way to find a job; however, it takes knowledge, preparation and saavy to navigate one successfully. How do you stand out in a crowd of 2,000 or more and get the attention of a handful of employers? Here are some tips to help you from preparation through the job fair …
Most career-related articles are directed towards higher level, or white-collar workers. These are displaced workers who held professional-level jobs and who have the education, skills and experience that will take them forward to employment; it is easier for them to find a job. But what about those individuals who may have limited skills or lack …
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Do you ever wonder why there are some employees or managers who deal with a high level of daily stress do not burn out? Some researchers have shown that one's political skills help them deal with stressful situations. Here are some skills that are most useful: 1. Using practical intelligence as opposed to analytical or …
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I read with interest a recent article from Dear Abby (May 4, 2010). A man writes that on the first day of his wife's work, she was called into the human resources director's office and told she was being "let go" because of her Web site. The site had photos of her when she worked …
Are you aware that 80% of available jobs are not posted on any job boards? It is a fact that businesses are not posting over half of their jobs due to the amount of interest they receive on a daily basis. They are already overwhelmed so they keep the majority of their positions covert. These …
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