Take Charge of Your Job Search: 12 Steps to Success
Despite what many people may say, a job search does not have to be an unpleasant experience. There are those people who choose to take charge of the process, who actually find the process to be very rewarding and stimulating. Conducting a job search is in many ways a self... Read More
Q & A How to Find a Great Search Firm
Q & AQ: Are people sometimes cautious of 'headhunters'?A. Yes. However the industry has evolved over the last decade and steadily gained more respect. Now recruiters go to the same lengths that other professionals do to be certified by obtaining a Certified Personnel Consultant (CPC) designation.Q: Is it appropriate to... Read More
What is Workers Compensation Fraud
What is FraudFraud occurs when a person knowingly or intentionally conceals, misrepresents, and makes a false statement to either deny or obtain workers' compensation benefits or insurance coverage, or otherwise profit from the deceit. The key to conviction is proving in court that the misrepresentation or concealment occurred knowingly or... Read More
Successful Job Interview Tips
Congratulations! You've finally landed that job interview you've been waiting for. Now the real work begins! Remember, resumes don't get jobs; they merely get you in the door. Here's how to make your resume come alive and make a good impression.Tell Your Story in 60 Seconds or Less. Believe it... Read More
My Career is in the Doldrums - Do I Need a Coach or a Therapist?
Is Monday the worst day of your week? Can you hardly remember when you enjoyed going to work? Do friends ask why you seem so down? Maybe this has been going on awhile, and you're realizing it's time to do something. But where do you turn? At one moment you... Read More
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... Read More
Hot Business Trends for 2004? And Beyond: Maybe One Will Turn Into a Creative Business Idea for You
I always look forward to the December issue of Entrepreneur magazine. That's the issue that features the publisher's annual pick of hot businesses, markets, and trends for smart entrepreneurs ? or those who aspire to be. Some of the high tech businesses cited like mobile gaming or... Read More
Resume 101
Whether you've been downsized, are looking for a career change or are just starting out, your resume speaks volumes about you. If your resume doesn't make it past the first cut, you're doomed; no matter how qualified you are. Below are ten common mistakes to avoid when putting your resume... Read More
Cracking the Connection Code: Networking for the Introverted
We've all heard it before: "Just get out there and network!" If it was that easy, we would already be doing it. So why is it so hard? Well, you're an introvert, aren't you? Enough said.However, unless the prospect of a really long job search excites you, you have to... Read More
Job Interviews: Answering Whats Your Greatest Weakness?
Many interview guides advise candidates to answer the common "What's your greatest weakness?" question with a positive trait disguised as a weakness. For example, "I tend to expect others to work as hard as I do," or "I'm a perfectionist."That would be a mistake.Why? Because interviewers have heard these canned... Read More
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What to Do if You are Over 40 and Have Lost Your Job
Unexpectedly loosing your job can be a very traumatic and... Read More
Want to Work for Yourself? Those Dream Jobs Dont Just Happen, Theyre Created
While traveling in northern California last October, I happened... Read More
Evaluating Job Offers -- Eleven Warning Signs You Must Watch Out For
Moving into a new job always involves some degree of... Read More
Petite Modeling: is There a Career for You?
PEtite modeling is a tough industry to break into. Especially... Read More
Phone Interviews: Prepare to Ace Them!
More companies are saving time and effort by doing initial... Read More
Tales From the Corporate Frontlines: Here Today, Gone Tomorrow
This article relates to the Job Security competency, commonly evaluated... Read More
Rewriting Your Resume? 7 Easy Ways To Give Yourself An Upgrade
In today's competitive job market, a first class resume is... Read More
No Experience? No Problem!
Are you a new graduate with little or no work... Read More
Planning Your Successful Career: 15 Ideas
"Doing a good job is one of the most important... Read More
Kick-In-The-Pants Job Search
Believe it: three obstacles will hold you back from your... Read More
What To Do When Your Boss Is a Butthead
I've never worked for a boss I didn't like or... Read More
Illegal Interview Questions -- Be Prepared
I'll quickly cover the following:A) Why Employer Ask Illegal Interview... Read More
Telephone Job Interview Preparation Tips
TELEPHONE INTERVIEW BACKGROUNDTelephone interviews are quite common in today's job... Read More
Preparing For Your Job Interview: What You Need To Know To Be Successful
In the limited time an interviewer has with you, their... Read More
Avoiding 10 Deadly Interview Mistakes
Too many job seekers set themselves up for failure before... Read More
Successful Job Search: 10 Steps To Quickly Acquire Your Dream Job And Put More Money In Your Pocket
Do you want to continue your costly, time-consuming and exhausting... Read More
Seven Tips to a Job-Winning Interview
These days, interviews don't come easily. When you get The... Read More
What You Should Never Put on Your Resume
Liars Get Caught! What NOT to Put on Your Resume"Everybody... Read More
Travel Light to Work
As a frequent traveler, my goal for each trip is... Read More
Cover Letter Warning: Watch Out For the BIG BAD WORD!
Dear Job-Seeker:Just as Goldilocks was suspicious of the big bad... Read More
Back to School for a Career Change
Q. I hate my job as a computer consultant. I... Read More
Network Now
Have you ever been to a networking event that was... Read More
A Killer Secret To Get Your Cover Letter Read
You're still reading?so I know my title grabbed your attention.Why?... Read More
Unemployment Survival: Taking Back Control
One of the most emotionally crippling aspects of unemployment is... Read More
How to Ask For a Salary Increase and Get Your Raise
Feeling overworked and underpaid? If you're starting to feel like... Read More
Retiring in Paradise
I have to admit that I'm starting to slow down... Read More
Everyday Is Saturday: Help for the Suddenly Unemployed
I recently was "unhired" by my former employer. Unhired is... Read More
Closing the Gap on Your Career Goals
If you still picture a steady progression up the ladder... Read More
How To Start Your Own House Cleaning Business
If you are thinking about starting your own house cleaning... Read More
Pebbles in Your Shoe Dont Only Hurt your Foot But Cause Back and Hip Problems!
CIO Magazine ran an article entitled, "Ten Mistakes CIO's Too... Read More
Career Change: From Suits & Sales to Boots & Rails
Peter Humleker had it made. As the general manager of... Read More
How To Choose The Right Resume Format
After a thirty (30) second glance lots of resumes get... Read More
Resumes, Networking, Headhunters ? Useless Without Marketing Sweet Spot
A career transition is no longer about getting your hands... Read More
Negotiate Better Job Offers with This Twelve-Point Checklist
You've been through an employer's interview process successfully and have... Read More
Career Change Success Is Yours If you Follow The Formula
Recent surveys suggest that, given the chance, about four out... Read More
Resumes That Rock (16 Expert Tips)
It's never too early to update your resume, even if... Read More
Managing Emotions During Career Change and Job Search, Part Two
Half the battle in successfully managing your emotions during a... Read More
Should I leave My Job?
Most of us have to work for a living. Since... Read More
Telecommuting Interview Tips
Telecommuting Interview Tips- By Nell TaliercioYou've made it! Your cover... Read More
Should You Seek Temporary Or Contractual Employment While Searching?
According to US Department of Labor statistics, the average time... Read More
Freelance Work: The Changing Face of Employment
The world sure is changing, and if you look at... Read More
Unemployment Survival: Taking Back Control
One of the most emotionally crippling aspects of unemployment is... Read More
Hot Business Trends for 2004? And Beyond: Maybe One Will Turn Into a Creative Business Idea for You
I always look forward to the December issue of... Read More
Resume Writing and Preparation is Free Online
Creating a strong resume is a very important part of... Read More
Making Sure You Get a Good Reference
You've had 3 interviews with a potential employer and they've... Read More
Get In Career Shape
Research suggests that as many as 8 out of 10... Read More
Should You Lie On Your Resume?
Warning: Lying on your resume could cost you your job... Read More
Thankk-You Notes: An Integral Part of Your Career
There is one little practice that is vital to generating... Read More
Independent RN Contractors Are Taking The Nursing Profession
Nurses wake up and take advantage of this extraordinary opportunity.... Read More
5 Simple Rules for A Great Job Interview
Many years ago, when I was a young job-searching greenhorn,... Read More
Wishing and Hoping
Years after Disneyland was built, after the completion of Walt... Read More
How To Become A Computer Consultant
Have you ever wanted to become a computer consultant, but... Read More
What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up? Something That Hasnt Been Invented Yet!
Most of us were brought up to study hard, get... Read More
Franchising Offers NO Guarantees --
You have to ask --- IS a FRANCHISE FOR YOU?There... Read More
The 5 Ps Of A Job Search
Step One - Plan:Most people spend more time planning a... Read More
Resume Writing - Importance of a Professional Summary
The Summary is the preview of your entire resume. This... Read More
Searching for an IT Job
Looking for an IT job is one of the easiest... Read More
Job! Money! Career!
Feel somehow your life is stuck in MS-OFFICE ? The... Read More
Staying In The Game
The message came from Human Resources. There's nothing to worry... Read More
Top 10 Super Job Interview Tips
Use these interview tips for job hunting success!It's a tough... Read More
So you want to work at home
There are several ways to work from home. Some of... Read More
Identity Theft and Your Online Job Search
While identity theft is nothing new, the Web has opened... Read More
Death By Workers Compensation
Excerpt of Death By Workers' Compensation"The Bleeding Rose"In this Excerpt... Read More
7 Tips for Writing Winning Resume Cover Letters
Writing a good resume cover letter is something you should... Read More
Could You Write Performance Reviews For Money?
Writing performance reviews can be an excellent way to earn... Read More
How to Write Cover Letters That Increase Your Chances of Winning an Interview
Submit a poorly written cover letter and the chances are... Read More
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