Do You Have a Hotsy-Totsy Resume?
I begin this article with a bit of slang description. What do I mean by a "hotsy totsy" resume? I mean one that does the following for you, the job seeker and a possible employer.1. It has a concise job objective, based on what the employer wants. Follow the employer's... Read More
How To Get That Promotion
If you're looking for that promotion or pay rise then you'll need to be noticed by your employer, so here's a few tips to stand out from the crowd:Have a Friendly & Positive attitude towards Everyone you come into contactProvide Service and treat Everyone as your customerBe Professional at all... Read More
Playing from the Blue Tees: Women in the Federal Government
Throughout the past decade, workplace diversity issues have allowed organizations to adjust their policies in response to the need for workplace equality in all aspects. As a result of the dynamic political, social and economic changes, some companies have willingly become more inclusive, integrating women, people of color, gays/lesbians, and... Read More
Sample Resume Objectives: Good, But Summaries Are Smokin!
Since college I've been told that a resume ought to have an "objective statement" at the top. Maybe you've been told the same.I'm here to tell you somebody's been lying to you!Well, not necessarily, but maybe. Every resume has an objective, but not every resume has to have an objective... Read More
Tips for Handling On the Job Setbacks
If you've chosen a business career, you will inevitably experience some type of setback. And whether your pet project is canceled, your performance review is a bust, you get turned down for a promotion, or you're asked to leave the company, setbacks hurt big time. Nevertheless, if you start thinking... Read More
Unlimit Your Life!
Do you have a tendency to think in absolutes?Is everything good or bad, black or white?This type of thinking can severely limit your options. Or worse, prevent you from getting an accurate picture of what's possible.Most people are uncomfortable hanging out in the "I don't know" space. The anxiety of... Read More
Fun At Work Leads to More Success
Common sense at work: Such qualities as loyalty, energy, intelligence and hard work are certain to be in any consensus of what it takes to build a successful career."However, there's another essential ingredient that is too often overlooked," says Ramon Greenwood, senior career counselor at www.CommonSenseAtWork.com> "That is having fun... Read More
Career Change: From Suits & Sales to Boots & Rails
Peter Humleker had it made. As the general manager of a successful car dealership, he was earning an impressive income. The only problem? He hated what he was doing."I was making a living off of manipulating and misleading people, taking advantage of them with ugly games and lies," Peter said.... Read More
From Cleaning Lady to Entrepreneur: How Your Cleaning Business can Benefit from the Images
Many people never consider entering the cleaning business because of the images it has."Be a janitor (or cleaning lady or maid)? Me? That's too demeaning!" is a common reaction.In the past, these jobs had very low status. Nobody with a college degree would be caught dead doing them. These ideas... Read More
Resume Writing and Preparation is Free Online
Creating a strong resume is a very important part of applying for a job, either online or off line. There are many resume writing services that will help you build an impressive resume for job interviews.You can also learn how to write a resume for free by surfing the Internet... Read More
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Career Search from Within
Seeking meaningful and fulfilling work can become a discouraging, confusing... Read More
Working as a Knowledge Worker in the Information Age
The old adages: "It's not what you know, but who... Read More
Interview Thank-You Letters
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Ask the Recruiter
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According to the National Gardening Association, suckers are rapidly growing... Read More
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Tips for Requesting a Raise
You probably think you deserve a raise. But does your... Read More
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Resume Tune Up
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The Chicken or the Egg?
Even before I checked my calendar on Monday... Read More
Is Job Loss Making You Sick?
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Ready to Move -- Anywhere!
"I have lived in this city all my life. My... Read More
Why Bachelors Make Bad Decisions: Five Tips to Move from Reality Television to Your Career Change
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Searching for a job can be a daunting and confusing... Read More
Are Your References Ready?
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Are Your Intentions Clear in Your Job Search?
1. Do you REALLY know what you want?2. Do you... Read More
Self-Preservation Techniques For The Unemployed
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Do Your Very Best in All Things -- Because Someone Is Looking....
Your job is to rise ABOVE the challenge. Do more... Read More
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It's hard to imagine why anyone would pick up a... Read More
Avoid Potential Job Interview Disasters
There are definitely things that you can do to avoid... Read More
How to Work Effectively With Recruiters
"R-E-S-P-E-C-T / find out what it means to me" is... Read More
For Effective Decisions, Look Beyond Career Stereotypes
You've probably been taught not to stereotype people based on... Read More
Little Mistakes That Keep You Unemployed
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Creating Your Own Luck
Losing my job in the last recession of... Read More
Any Job is an Honorable Job
Seeing your job as an honorable job, adds more meaning... Read More
Free Resume Examples: More Is Better
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Whether you are a person who is thinking about becoming... Read More
Successful Job Interview Tips
Congratulations! You've finally landed that job interview you've been waiting... Read More
Growing Up On A Delaware Farm
Growing up on a Delaware farm was a wonderful and... Read More
What Turns Potential Employers ON; What Turns Them OFF?
According to an annual survey conducted by the National Association... Read More
Dissatisfied With Your Job? Stop Putting Your Attention on What You Dont Want!
If I were to ask you the percentage of time... Read More
The Importance of Background Verification
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Top 10 Skills for New World of Work
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Effectively present all of your IT skills with the IT... Read More
Does Your Resume Lack Vision?
You're just getting over the shock of having become unemployed.... Read More
Ten Great Careers For Single Parents
The challenges of raising a child by yourself, whether you're... Read More
Tips For Surviving As A Corporate Refugee
In her book "Are You A Corporate Refugee", Ruth Luban... Read More
Free Resume Template: Beware!
Downloading a free resume template can be so alluring. No... Read More
Tips for Requesting a Raise
You probably think you deserve a raise. But does your... Read More
How Well Do You Manage Your Boss?
Are you in this situation? You and your boss just... Read More
Job Security Is Dead! Are You?
Job security is an out dated concept. The idea is... Read More
The Not-So-Effective Cover Letter
Here's a newsflash: Cover letters work, plain and simple. This... Read More
The Five Most Common - And Most Avoidable - Résumé Errors
Writing an effective résumé can certainly be challenging. There are... Read More
Job Interviews: Plan Your Appearance to Make a Great First Impression
Your personal appearance is a critical component of that all-important... Read More
Five Biggest Resume Mistakes You Can Fix Yourself
A career consultant can diagnose and overhaul a troubled resume.... Read More
CVs And Resumes Sometimes Just Get In The Way
As a head-hunter and Career Coach I see so many... Read More
Why You Should Never Complain About Former Bosses
You're at a job interview. You're doing great, answering questions... Read More
Finally Revealed: The Top 7 Resume Killers?
During my job search I read dozens of books and... Read More
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Do you feel like one in a million at work... Read More
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The AIDA formula is as old as dirt. It was... Read More
Telecommuting Interview Tips
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A career transition is no longer about getting your hands... Read More
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