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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Has adhd put your career in danger? 3 steps to get you back on track
- "Roger, you must get those contracts completed for this month's sales and don't forget, we have a meeting tomorrow at 9:00. Don't be late again!"Roger was a super salesman, but he risked losing his job because he was too busy rushing from client to client to get his paper work completed. He missed meetings and was disruptive when he did come. His boss saw how his energy and enthusiasm broug...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Difficult relationships at work - dealing with workplace conflict
- Difficult Relationships at Work - How to Influence the UncooperativeWe rely on and spend more time with our colleagues than with most other people in our lives: yet we frequently experience conflict at work. This is a problem that is beginning to be recognised, but it is still not being dealt with either effectively or sufficiently. Conflict is such a broad term for what can be experienced,...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Get beyond your tasks
- Ever hear the story of the two masons working side by side at a building site? They're doing the same work under pretty much the same conditions. Then, one day a stranger comes along, approaches one of the men and asks him, "What are you doing?" "I don't know and I don't care," replies the man, his voice brimming with irritation. All I do is slap this crummy mortar on these crummy bricks and pile ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 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 on the job."In fact, most o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The 5 essential telecommute rãƒæ’ã‚â©sumãƒæ’ã‚â© components
- 1. An attractive layout that is easy to read and follow.Recruiters and hiring managers are busy people. They are often reading hundreds of résumés in a day so they don't have time to clean up your résumés formatting.If a hiring manager opens your e-mail attachment and the lines are out of alignment (usually from usin...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Big job sites vs the small ones
- There is much to say about posting resumes on the big job sites online. There are many positives and also negatives to doing this as well. Posting your resume is a way to get you exposure to recruiters and employers. There really isn't any specific criteria for posting your resume... Only get it out for everyone to see! The more you post, the more exposed your resume.The big job sites are a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to write a better cv (uk), or resume (usa and elsewhere)
- The first point to make is that the terms "CV" and "Resume" (with or more often without the French acute accents over the e's) are virtually interchangeable in the UK; they mean the same thing, but if anything the norm is CV. In the USA and elsewhere, the CV (Curriculum Vitae to give it its full title - literally "Life Study") is a different animal - a dry listing of qualifications and experience ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Find passion for your work
- Most people spend approximately 25% to over 67% of their waking hours working. Eventually, most everyone will want to work in a career that they enjoy and are paid well enough to live a prosperous life. Yet, far too many people end up being miserable in their job and find themselves stuck in a career that they did not choose. People then get discouraged, produce less, and become disgruntled. Unfor...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to improve your work situation
- buWhy are so many people unhappy in their work situation? Why do people, who are successful at one career, have such difficult times coping with their new career? These problems frequently occur, because conflicts exist in their work relationships.Relationships between you and your work can also be considered the "games of work." Games have basic rules to play, which require specific skills...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 9 secrets to career success
- Are you miserable at your job (or what you are doing) but go anyway to earn a living? Do you feel you are unable to use your talents and are doing things that are stressful? Do you find yourself in a career rut? Wouldn't you rather be in your ideal income position and "Go to Play" everyday? Most people spend approximately 35% to over 67% of their waking hours working. Being unhappy for s...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Driver team solo positions: the nitty gritty on truck driving jobs
- Trucks and truck drivers are a constant presence on US highways and interstates. A person on even the shortest drive is likely to pass by a truck or two transporting goods, and even merchandise that travels by ship, train, or airplane travels on a truck for some phase of the journey to the customer. Because trucks are such a major part of industry, truck driving jobs are important positions and go...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Why use a resume writer or resume-writing service?
- Here are some of the questions we have been asked by our clients or potential clients in the past, together with our answers to them. We hope you find them useful, and that they help you to make an informed decision.However, it may be that you have a question we have not answered. If so, then please contact us (mailto:info@top-pro-cvs.com) to discuss it. Just give us your first name and an ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Mastering the job interview - 5 tips to make yourself irresistible to the interviewer
- So you've figured out, more or less what you want to do and where the opportunities are. Now; you have been called for an interview. Here are five steps for interview success for students and graduates:1. Prepare, prepare, prepare.Thoroughly research each employer you pursue. It is not enough just to show up for the interviews and hope for the best.Take the time to rese...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Job search -- one of the secrets of a trade show
- A trade show is a great place to network, look for a job, find a new employee or develop a partnership.Are you in the market for a change? Maybe. Maybe not. But it's always smart to be willing to chat.CAVEAT ? Don't gossip. Don't be negative. Don't burn bridges. Every industry is a closed loop, so what goes around comes around. You never know who knows what.HERE'S A START - 50...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Air liquide: driving liquid air
- Have you ever heard of liquid air? The process of liquifying air was a major scientific achievement that took place over 100 years ago. Even after 100 years there are only a few companies that liquify air, which is probably why you've never heard of it before. Liquifying air is a cheap way to isolate different gasses like oxygen and nitrogen.The task of liquefying air began in 1892, when Fr...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Avoid your cv always ending up in the bin
- Cover Letters must grab the reader's interest so that they immediately want to learn more about the writer (you).Your cover letter is generally the first document those potential employers will read. So your job is to make sure it introduces you effectively and positively.The 5 Best ways to make sure your CV or resume does get thrown aside: ? You don't inc...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Job offers and pay negotiations
- When you first get the job offer it will often be a verbal offer and is likely to be subject to taking up references and perhaps even a medical examination.So never say you are accepting a job offer, or resign from your present job until you have received a formal offer in writing for the new position. Occasionally, after an interview, employers try to shorten their process by asking...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 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 together. Remember, you only get one chance to make a good first impression.1. Multiple pages ? You nee...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Yes, ive had gaps in my employment history--what to do about it?
- Yes, I've Had Gaps In My Employment History--What Can I Do About It?1. Honestly, there is not a single person who has not had SOME gaps in their work history. Anyone who says differently is someone who might not always tell the truth.2. So, you, job seeker have had some employment gaps in your career/work life. What to do? What to do?3. Sit down and write out what you did duri...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - You are not entitled to a job!
- Résumé TipsSome basics about job hunting...First of all, nobody owes you a job! This obvious fact is often overlooked by the eager job hunter -- at least for a couple of months -- when he or she gives up looking for a job! Many people think employers should hire them because of their award-winning personality. You have got to...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What to do when a co-worker turns nasty
- A friend of mine laments that work would be great if only there were no other people there! No matter where we work, we will work with others. Often, those relationships are cordial if not friendly, but there can be challenges. You will not love all of your co-workers, and some will be downright nasty.Bullying doesn't just happen in schools. More frequent incidents of co-workers who bully o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Avoid potential job interview disasters
- There are definitely things that you can do to avoid minor mishaps which could ultimately blow an interview. Become familiar with these 7 potential interview disasters so you can prevent them from obstructing your path to that ideal job.1. DON'T ARRIVE LATEShowing up late is both rude and inconsiderate. Is this the first impression that you want to leave with a potential employer? Ma...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to get the job you want in any economy... act like a headhunter
- Having spent the last few years of my career in the staffing and recruiting industry, I'm asked all the time by friends and relatives if I can help them find a more desirable job. I've helped my fiancé get a job, helped my college buddies get jobs after graduation, and even helped a few high school buddies find jobs having not seen them for years. It's a real joy in recruiting whe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to receive multiple job offers after you?re fired
- Ask survivors of the most popular reality television shows and they'll tell you "If you have to eat a cockroach, don't spend too much time thinking about it." Keep focused on the end-game and move on.Know yourself, have a plan, make a footprint. After you're fired, the raw power needed to convert a job loss into a high-voltage catalyst that gains multiple job offers ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Manage your boss - and get ahead!
- It's clear there are a number of common issues faced by business people across totally unrelated industries and environments. This series was created to provide some perspective and guidance to executives as they negotiate their way up the corporate ladder.In 2001, I started the consulting and coaching practice, which came to known as The Business Success Coach.net. I'd just finished workin...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 7 tips to deal with a bad performance review
- Q. "I wasn't happy with my last performance review. Should I dispute the review? Write a letter for my file? Talk to a lawyer? Or just let it go?"A. Most professionals feel you should offer some kind of response. But whether to respond, and the way to respond, will depend on your company's culture, the unwritten message and your own career goals.1. Assess your report in lig...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Dont stop! your transition is still moving!
- Q. I'm looking for a new job and plan to work with a career consultant next month. Meanwhile, I'm working on the garden and some friends are coming to stay for a week.A. When you're in serious transition, a week can be a long time. Time sneaks away and you need to see where it's going. And you need to keep moving to maintain momentum and stay motivated.1. Create a priority list....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - An alternative to hiring employees
- Current trends in business are conspiring to create a revolution in the way that small and medium sized companies do business. These forces have created an environment in which growing companies can make maximum use of their labor dollars, while accessing a talent base previously unreachable due to the costs involved with hiring top talent.The first trend is towards self-employment. Entrepr...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What exactly online recruitment agencies do?
- Any online recruitment agency can help you to submit for vacancies to the agency by employers.Online recruitment agencies are used by employers for many purposes. Get help with the recruitment process, conceal recruitment activities from competitors, recruit for a new type of post for which they have no expertise.Anytime you register with an online recruitment agency keep in mind tha...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Find those people
- "The Emperor's New Clothes" was a favorite childhood story of mine. It made me laugh. I couldn't believe that all those adults were standing around, watching the emperor make a fool of himself and not telling him the truth. When I grew up and went to work, I discovered it wasn't that easy.In twenty years in management, I noticed the majority of people operating like the Emperor's ministers....