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 …
Up Your Value: How to Be a Superstar Employee
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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Making the Most of a Career/Job Fair
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 …
How do You Find a Job with Limited Skills?
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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Fired Over Facebook Picture
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 …
Is Networking a Part of Your Job Search Strategy?
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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When Your Values Misalign with the Job
If you are having difficulty at your workplace and feel angry and stressed, it may not be due to the amount of work you are doing or your hours. It may actually be the result of your personal values not aligning with your work environment. I see it over and over again, as I work …
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