Careers And Employment Articles, Information And Resources
Seven Tips to a Job-Winning Interview
These days, interviews don't come easily. When you get The Call, make the most of your time -- and go for it!1.
10 Steps to Getting the Most Out of Job Fairs
Many job seekers tend to overlook job fairs. They can be crowded, busy, competitive and confusing events.
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.
10 Steps to Escape the Job World and Create the Life You Really Want
1. GET THE POINT - OF LIFE, THAT IS.
Stacking The Deck In Your Favor
Many
people do not bother to look at their own magnificence and without that
view it is not likely that we will recognize the need for strategies to
maximize our strengths. When we buy an outfit for a special affair, we
automatically try to coordinate each piece so that they enhance one
another and amplify our sense of "looking good" from head to toe.
Your Goals Must Be Within Your Reach
FIRST STEP --
Set short-term, incremental goals. Work up to larger plans later.
Defining Success Your Way!
In
my career advising practice, I often find that my clients are not clear
about what success means for them. Our society defines success
primarily around three elements: power, money and fame.
What Turns Potential Employers ON; What Turns Them OFF?
According
to an annual survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges
and Employers, these are the most important qualities that employers
are looking for in a job candidate, in priority order:(1) Communication
skills;(2) Honesty/integrity;(3) Teamwork skills;(4) Interpersonal
skills;(5) A strong work ethic.Be sure to highlight those skills in
your resume, during your interview, and in your thank-you letter.
Six Factors That Can Cost You the Interview/Job
Most
job seekers know that an unprofessional appearance will count against
them at an interview. Here are six MORE factors that can help you
remain in the unemployment line:
(1) Being unprepared for the interview.
Job Interviews & the Magic of Music
Can music help you with your next job interview? It just might! Here's how.
First, it can help you during your research, preparation and practice.
When and How to Say I Just Cant Do It!
We
naturally hesitate to tell our boss when we can't do something or are
feeling overwhelmed in our job. Bosses don't want to hear that, right?
Well, it depends.
Hey, You Cant Ask Me That! (How to Respond to Inappropriate Job Interview Questions)
I
received the following questions from a visitor to my website recently:
"How should I respond to inappropriate questions such as: (1) Do you
have a stable home life? (2) Tell me about your personal situation. Are
these inappropriate questions? It has been so long since I interviewed
for a job, your suggestions about the most helpful responses would be
appreciated!"
Those are, indeed, inappropriate questions that should NOT be asked at
an interview.
Loving What You Do
Man is a social animal and survival is his major need. There are needs that he needs be fulfill.
Creating a Feng Shui Power Office: 6 Easy Tips to More Successful Surroundings
More
and more people are looking to gain an edge in their working
environments. One method that business people are increasingly turning
to is feng shui.
Spiritual Practices Offer Peace and Acceptance
Facing
career transitions and daily life challenges can leave us feeling
lonely, stressed and anxious. How do we manage to deal with the
financial and emotional stress of having a home, a car, work (or no
work), kids and a spouse in this too-busy world?Spiritual practices can
help us navigate through the turmoil of work and life transitions with
more acceptance and peace.
source:http://webstips.com/
Seven Tips to a Job-Winning Interview
These days, interviews don't come easily. When you get The Call, make the most of your time -- and go for it!1.
10 Steps to Getting the Most Out of Job Fairs
Many job seekers tend to overlook job fairs. They can be crowded, busy, competitive and confusing events.
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.
10 Steps to Escape the Job World and Create the Life You Really Want
1. GET THE POINT - OF LIFE, THAT IS.
Stacking The Deck In Your Favor
Many
people do not bother to look at their own magnificence and without that
view it is not likely that we will recognize the need for strategies to
maximize our strengths. When we buy an outfit for a special affair, we
automatically try to coordinate each piece so that they enhance one
another and amplify our sense of "looking good" from head to toe.
Your Goals Must Be Within Your Reach
FIRST STEP --
Set short-term, incremental goals. Work up to larger plans later.
Defining Success Your Way!
In
my career advising practice, I often find that my clients are not clear
about what success means for them. Our society defines success
primarily around three elements: power, money and fame.
What Turns Potential Employers ON; What Turns Them OFF?
According
to an annual survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges
and Employers, these are the most important qualities that employers
are looking for in a job candidate, in priority order:(1) Communication
skills;(2) Honesty/integrity;(3) Teamwork skills;(4) Interpersonal
skills;(5) A strong work ethic.Be sure to highlight those skills in
your resume, during your interview, and in your thank-you letter.
Six Factors That Can Cost You the Interview/Job
Most
job seekers know that an unprofessional appearance will count against
them at an interview. Here are six MORE factors that can help you
remain in the unemployment line:
(1) Being unprepared for the interview.
Job Interviews & the Magic of Music
Can music help you with your next job interview? It just might! Here's how.
First, it can help you during your research, preparation and practice.
When and How to Say I Just Cant Do It!
We
naturally hesitate to tell our boss when we can't do something or are
feeling overwhelmed in our job. Bosses don't want to hear that, right?
Well, it depends.
Hey, You Cant Ask Me That! (How to Respond to Inappropriate Job Interview Questions)
I
received the following questions from a visitor to my website recently:
"How should I respond to inappropriate questions such as: (1) Do you
have a stable home life? (2) Tell me about your personal situation. Are
these inappropriate questions? It has been so long since I interviewed
for a job, your suggestions about the most helpful responses would be
appreciated!"
Those are, indeed, inappropriate questions that should NOT be asked at
an interview.
Loving What You Do
Man is a social animal and survival is his major need. There are needs that he needs be fulfill.
Creating a Feng Shui Power Office: 6 Easy Tips to More Successful Surroundings
More
and more people are looking to gain an edge in their working
environments. One method that business people are increasingly turning
to is feng shui.
Spiritual Practices Offer Peace and Acceptance
Facing
career transitions and daily life challenges can leave us feeling
lonely, stressed and anxious. How do we manage to deal with the
financial and emotional stress of having a home, a car, work (or no
work), kids and a spouse in this too-busy world?Spiritual practices can
help us navigate through the turmoil of work and life transitions with
more acceptance and peace.
source:http://webstips.com/
