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In an earlier post, I talked about doing the work in planning your career. If you are unemployed and looking for a job, you need to be able to answer the question if you are doing the work that it takes. It is tough out there but not impossible to find a job. But it …
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You have been working at your present job and find that your hard work and dedication has been rewarded to a management position. Do you know what to do? Do you feel like a leader? In addition to using the knowledge, skills and abilities that led to the promotion but you need to act like …
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Here is my latest article on the Work at Home Woman http://www.theworkathomewoman.com/a-thankful-life/ Let me know what you think; what you YOU thankful for?
I had the opportunity recently to attend a business expo. I was attending as a guest to see what local businesses had to offer, to network and to see what competition I face (the "T" in SWOT). I saw some really nice behavior and some not so nice. There are several types of people who …
As a career and business coach, I work with a variety of individuals who are looking to advance in their professional lives. That can be going through a job transition or navigating the perilous workforce. One theme I have noticed is that they are thinking too small! Thinking small can keep you in your current …
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We all need goals in our life, whether they are for our personal life, our career or professional life, or both. But setting and reaching goals can be tricky. A key component in setting and accomplishing goals is having a positive mindset. Our minds are made up of thoughts and beliefs, which may not always …
Thank goodness for the whiteboard! You know, those dry erase boards? To me, they are a blessing to keep one organized and on-track. I recommend them to all my clients, as they are visual, they can be amended as goals are accomplished, and they can show us our successes, which is very important to keep …
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Looking for a job these days can take its toll on job seekers. It is now taking between 29 - 32 weeks to find employment. Alongside with being focused and branded, it is important that job-seekers know their motivational needs, or what drives them to get out of bed daily and look for a job. …
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I recently worked a career fair that involved the 50+ population. I met with attendees to help them develop and refine a job search strategy, discuss options for where to look for a job, and review their resumes. I met with individuals who had very impressive work histories and credentials and some who had not …
I am a guest blogger on the site The Work at Home Woman - here is the link to my latest article. Hope you find it useful - let me know if you find it helpful! http://www.theworkathomewoman.com/how-persistence-can-help-you-in-your-job-search-and-in-your-life/
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