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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Tales from the corporate frontlines: here today, gone tomorrow
- This article relates to the Job Security competency, commonly evaluated in employee satisfaction surveys. After a large scale cut in personnel, this particular group of employees needed some extra support. Examining the issue of job security measures how your employees view their job security within your organization. In today's often volatile or contingent labor market, it's crucial to understand...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Working in iraq: is it for you?
- The US Army Corp of Engineers and numerous private companies are still looking for people to help rebuild Iraq's infrastructure. In fact, one Web site reports that there are currently 60,000 jobs available in Iraq for US citizens. And the pay can be very good. Some civilian contractor jobs start at $80,000. Others pay even more. A truck driver earning $30,000 in the US may be able to get a job in ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Retirement: is it a career change option?
- Retirement might be the answer when you ask yourself "why do I want to make a career change" and you decide that what you actually want is not so much a career change as to stop what you've been doing altogether.This may be a good choice for some ? those who can afford it ? but not necessarily the right choice for all. Of course retirement doesn't have to mean doing nothing at all, in fact ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Job search secret #1
- The job search secret that is so powerful it will blow your socks off is simple - if you think you want or need a Career Change all you have to do is understand this Job Search Secret:It's simple - Change your Thinking.When you're looking for the new job or career move it's easy to think that 'they' hold all the cards. But I want you to try and change the way you think about t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The power to succeed
- It's amazing how we fool ourselves... while at the same time believing we are doing what's best.Let me give you an example. I overheard a guy telling a group of friends, over drinks, how he had become fed-up with work. Guys being guys, they immediately started to come up with options to fix the problem ? ideas like changing company and changing jobs. That was when the guy got all logical?...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Negotiate better job offers with this twelve-point checklist
- You've been through an employer's interview process successfully and have now been extended a job offer. And you think the offer could be better. If that's the case, read on to find out cutting-edge strategies that'll help you negotiate a better deal.1. There's no need to accept the offer on the spot. Do express your appreciation for their offer and ask how long you can take to make a decis...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Evaluating job offers -- eleven warning signs you must watch out for
- Moving into a new job always involves some degree of uncertainty. You should do your best to find out all you can about a prospective employer, starting right from the pre-interview stage.Here are some things to look out for. If one or more of these warning signs are present, you need to be doubly careful about joining that organization.1. The company is in the midst of mergers and a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to evaluate job offers and zoom in on the right opportunity for you
- You've been successful in your job hunt and have received a job offer. Maybe you received more than one offer. That's great. The next question is, how do you evaluate an offer to see if it is the right one for you? Let's look at some real answers.The first step is to identify your priorities. Many people make the mistake of evaluating just the offer. They look at salary, work content, benef...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Job interviews -- the four worst objections you?ll face and how to deal with them
- Dealing with tough questions and objections is an essential part of job interviews. Here are four common ones that derail many candidates. Read on to find out what they are and how you can deal with them.Objection #1: You've been fired from your last job First of all, don't blow the issue out of proportion, either to yourself or to the interviewer. Remember, this is fairly common...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Top 5 tips for college grads entering the working world
- 1) Build a Relationship With Your Boss:Like it or not, no single individual has a greater impact on your career future than your direct supervisor. So, how do you get on their good side from the start? Managers want to feel that you truly care, and that you are "in it with them" as a team. Bring your boss solutions, not problems. When a problem arises, take initiative to consider ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A killer secret to get your cover letter read
- You're still reading?so I know my title grabbed your attention.Why? Because it 'packed a punch.' You have three seconds to nab your reader in any written communication. Do it with a smashing title or headline! This secret technique, when used properly, practically guarantees that he or she will stay with you till the last line of your cover letter, article, or report.How does this li...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - One cover letter secret you cant afford to miss
- Suppose you were the hiring manager, your desk piled high with cover letters and resumes to sort through. Which of the following cover letter greetings would grab your attention?Example #1:Dear Sirs: Dear Sir/Madam: Dear Gentlemen: To whom it may concern:Example #2:Dear Manager: Dear HR Director: Dear Human Resources:Example #3:Dear Mrs. Thomas: Dear Mr. F...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Job search tips - how to increase your success
- Finding a job can be a painful and difficult experience. Here are three things that you can do to minimize the pain and increase your chances of success.1) Approach finding a job as if it were a full-time job, because it is. Consider this: if you had a job, you would report to work at the same time each day (like 8 am), take an hour (or less) for lunch, and quit at the same time each day (l...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A concept that could double youre income in mystery shopping
- Do you want to double, or increase significantly you're income in mystery shopping? If yes, I'll be sharing to you an age old concept. Now you might have learned this already or you may consider this common sense. But is a concept that's worth drilling on for more knowledge or for the sake of repetition, mind you "Repetition is the mother of all skills".The concept I'm talking abo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to feel satisfied in your career
- Many people turn a beloved hobby into a vocation. They have a gift, a talent screaming for expression. It means doing something that they love. At last, they feel empowered.However, this newfound empowerment is inside the person, not in the changing of careers. How can you feel empowered if you are already successful in your work but feel discontent? You must recognize and feel the value wi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Consultants - if we cant laugh at ourselves?
- There are hundreds of varieties of Consultants these days. We can find Consultants to take care of our diets, our physical well being, our mental well being, and pretty much anything you can imagine when it comes to business.The story below might just indicate that we take ourselves a little too seriously sometimes.A shepherd was herding his flock in a remote pasture when suddenly a ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Online resume formats
- There are several types of online resume formats that can be used when contacting potential employers. When you search for job openings online, some companies will have on their websites which online resume format is acceptable.If you don't know which format is acceptable to a certain company, call them and ask. The worst thing you can do is send an online resume in the wrong format and hav...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Career success: take charge of your career
- People react very differently to the waves of change that suddenly flood the work and marketplace. Some, who feel confused or unsettled struggle to keep their heads above water gasping for air. By contrast, others, who may not even like or agree with the changes, nevertheless accept them, get on with their lives and swim forcefully to their new destination. The following three tactics will help yo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Career success: get ahead of the crowd
- Regardless of where you open your briefcase or palm pilot each day - at a large corporation, a small business or the end of your dining room table ? the key to staying employable the rest of your life is your own creative action. The person who is going to be successful is not going to succeed just because of good work. That is a given. It is expected. Crafting your competitive advantage is what i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Career success: don?t be caught with your pants down
- Do you want to know how to jump-start your professional career? Or, are you already in the trenches trying to be a high performer and wanting to make a quantum lead to the next stage of your career? Or, because of downsizings or reorganizations, you feel like you are paddling faster and faster but seem to be getting nowhere? Find out how to monitor your changing environment so you won't be caught ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Use job search hacks to get hired faster
- Job searching alone is like hitchhiking a scary ride with an unknown stranger on a 180-mile long deserted, no-exit road with hopes you'll make your destination. When you lack time or expertise to plan career moves carefully, sometimes the loss of ground is not apparent until years later. You can get trapped in a black hole and frustrated that your career is not advancing to full potential. ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to become a real estate agent
- If you're wondering how to become a real estate agent, the basic process is fairly simple, although it does vary a lot from state to state.. You will need to take classes, pass exams, earn a real estate license, find a broker to work for, then find sellers or buyers as clients.To successfully practice as a real estate agent in this competitive business can be challenging. You'll have to sta...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Interview presentation skills: dealing with your nerves
- Sooner or later, the interview invitation is going to say you are required to give a presentation as part of the selection process. And like most people you may dread having to do it. You may think that you cannot speak publicly because of nervousness but all good speakers are nervous, and you can overcome those nerves.What you can do is control those nerves and make them work for you rathe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Career change: success tips
- Successful career change is based on first making an honest assessment of your skills and experiences. Then you match them against the current market conditions. Finally you set realistic goals. Here are five strategies to keep in mind when changing careers: Plan for a longer job search. Changing industries requires research, which requires time. Assess your financial situati...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - In a rut? ready for a career change?
- Are you unhappy at work? Tired and lacking energy and drive? Don't worry, you are not alone! Studies in the US show that up to 70 percent of the workforce is unhappy with their job at any given time. We all feel dissatisfied and frustrated with our jobs at times. So, how do you know when the feeling of dissatisfaction and frustration means it is time for a career change? There are a few key signs ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 4 niche job-search tips
- Looking for a job on the Internet can be daunting. Where do you start? What Web sites are best for your industry?If you're suffering from "job search overwhelm," take heart. Remember the adage about how to eat an elephant one bite at a time.Your quest for employment is the same.It's less overwhelming if you slice the online job market into bite-sized pieces instead of trying t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Learn how to succeed at career fairs
- This career article will give you some great tips on successfully navigating thru career fairs.This issue will quickly cover the following:A) Purpose of Career FairsB) How To Best PrepareC) Tips & Strategies During The FairD) Career Fair Follow-UpA) PURPOSE OF CAREER FAIRSCareer fairs are designed to provide job seekers a way to explore caree...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - History reports: when your resume equals, i did this, i did this, i did this
- Do these sound familiar?"I worked for?" "My responsibilities were?" "My duties included?"Does a prospective employer care about what you "did for other companies"? Of course they do, but that doesn't mean that's what they really want to know. Conducting a job search is a marketing campaign, moreover, a sales process, not your p...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How well do you manage your boss?
- Are you in this situation? You and your boss just don't seem to connect and work well together. It isn't that you are having knock down fights. It's just that you know things could be better. You don't want to look for another job so you have to figure out how to make it work. Basically it's your responsibility to manage your boss. Here are tips that can get you on the right track.Know t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Using recruiters: how to get a step ahead of the crowd
- When there is an opening to fill, a company has four basic approaches at their disposal:? Advertise the position on Internet job sites? Network? Probe the Internet for viable candidates? Use recruitersWhen a company advertises an opening on an Internet job site, they receive hundreds of resumes. It simply is too long of a process and financially prohibitive to re...