I'm sure you've heard of the Law of Attraction (LOA); it is based on the principles of quantum physics that what you put out there comes back to you. So if you think a positive thought, you can attract positive into your life; conversely, if you think negatively you will pull negative events. Have you …
Time for Change in 2015
It has been a couple of months since I've been here - the end of the year did not turn out exactly as I'd hoped; I had to put my beloved dog, Bailey, down when she got sick very suddenly, my Mom was hospitalized for a week when she suddenly got sick and I came …
Why Knowing Your “Why” for Making a Job Transition is Important
So I spoke with another person today who is interested in making a job change; this individual wants to move into management and another industry but they have no experience. While I wouldn't suggest that this is impossible, my questions to this person, whom I'll call 'Phil,' revolved his reasoning. Phil's story included fifteen years …
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Why Self-Belief is Critical to Your Career and Business Success
One thing that really upsets me is when I hear someone debase themselves when they are talking about making a career transition. They say they want to get a new job or to start a business but then they stop themselves from going forward from feeling that they don't possess 'enough' knowledge or experience. In …
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The Best Chances to Get Your Resume Through the ATS
We all know that the majority of companies want you to submit an online application or to upload your resume (or both); they are scanned through an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to see how your skills, experiences, education and the like are a match to the job you are applying for. From the feedback I've …
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The Power of the ‘Thank You’ Note
If you are in job-search mode and have been fortunate to get an interview, one of the most powerful steps you can take is to send the interviewer(s) a hand-written thank you note. This can actually make of break your chances of getting hired. In an interview, a recruiter from the Pursell Group stated that …
You’re Doing Everything Right but Still Can’t Get a Job
It is becoming more frequent these days in hearing the frustrations of job seekers: they are doing everything 'right' in their job search, they're getting calls and interviews, but just not hearing the magic words "You're Hired!" If this has been your situation, here are some reasons that may help you to deal and continue …
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Is a Portfolio Career Right for You?
With the disconnect going in how businesses are hiring these days it is much more important for job seekers, including those who are looking to change jobs, to be more creative in how they go about finding work. One of the upcoming trends is to move into contract or short-term assignments; this is called having …
Sobering Facts for Job Seekers
If you're looking to find a job this year, the good news is that 87% of hiring managers believe that the job market will improve this year; this is according to the findings from the Job Preparedness Indicator. While this is good news, it also sheds light on some realities as to why today's hiring …
Making a Decision on Your Career Path (finally!)
In today's world of work, finding and knowing your career path is essential; it can bring you clarity, motivation and satisfaction all of which lead to happiness in your life. Having more fulfillment can bring make your days filled with fulfilling work, you will be engaged and feel more competent and promotions and money can …
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