Posted on October 24, 2009Job Hunting Tips
This article offers three tips you can use to improve your chances of landing a new job. In today's competitive job market, it pays to learn as much as you can about conducting an effective job search campaign.
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Posted on October 24, 2009Ten Steps Toward Career Transition and Re-Invention
So much of the career re-invention process comes down to making the decision to play to win — then positioning yourself to actually do it. Here is how to leave the shackles of defeatism and move onto the path to truly rewarding success.
Posted on September 19, 2009Get Yourself Organized and Find a Job
While the basics of finding a job may not seem difficult, the success that you realize while searching for the job is largely dependent upon your organizational skills. Organize, utilize your strategy and repeat this process. It will not take long to...
Posted on September 16, 2009Women's Leadership in a Bad Economy
When it comes to women's leadership, we've come a long way -- but we sure aren't there yet. What one of the nation's premier experts on women's leadership has to say about gaining ground and leading in the downturn.
Posted on July 26, 2009Bill Gates: McDonalds Employee of the Month
Today I asked myself what would have happened if Bill Gates would have taken some bad career advice and just gotten a job at McDonalds rather than starting Microsoft. I'm picturing Bill Gates wearing a McDonald's uniform, including the stupid hat,...
Posted on July 1, 2009Interview Skills: 7 Easy Ways to Impress Your Interviewer
In the world of job hunting, there is nothing more daunting than the job interview. Everyone gets nervous when faced with being put on the spot. With all the build up to an interview, many people go in feeling like one misplaced word will be enough...
Posted on July 1, 2009Job Loss: 5 Answers to the “What do you do?” Question
It is the first question we ask when we meet someone new. And it is the last question we want to be asked when we are out of work: “What do you do?”. It is a strange quirk of our society that we define ourselves first and foremost by the work we do....
Posted on July 1, 2009Top 10 things to leave off your resume
So you’ve finally decided to start looking for that next job. You’ve used the free Classifind.com.au service and you’ve found the perfect opportunity. Great pay, great location, great organization. Now to put a resume together. Before you put fingers...
Posted on July 1, 2009Power Job Hunting: 5 Ways to Improve Your Chances
Job hunting is a lot like fishing. You might get lucky and land the big one on your first attempt. On the other hand, you could invest a lot of time and effort casting out numerous applications and end up having nothing to show for it. No one can...
Posted on June 29, 2009Power Job Hunting: 5 Ways to Improve Your Chances
Job hunting is a lot like fishing. You might get lucky and land the big one on your first attempt. On the other hand, you could invest a lot of time and effort casting out numerous applications and end up having nothing to show for it. No one can...
Posted on June 29, 2009Hate Your Job? How to Escape to a New Career
Do you hate your job? I did, fifteen years ago. Stressed, poorly rewarded and unappreciated, I found that simply packing my bag and leaving for work gave me a headache. It wasn’t just the company I was working for that was the problem. I was simply...
Posted on June 29, 2009Need a New Job? 5 Ways to Power Up your Networking
There are hundreds - indeed thousands - of jobs advertised on the internet every day. Sites like Classifind.com.au and others make them easy to browse, search and filter. But searching online should not be your only strategy for job hunting. Don’t...
Posted on June 29, 20095 Ways to make recruitment consultants love you
It can be frustrating. You know you’re the right person for the job. You know that if you could speak directly to your potential new boss, she would understand that. Yet there are all these ‘middle men’ in the way: the recruiters. And these people,...
Posted on June 29, 2009Essential Job Tips - Resignation
You would think the tough part would be over now since you have successfully passed the interview stage and have in your hands a signed contract for your new job. This may not be the case as the final step, while not difficult in the same sense as...
Posted on June 29, 2009Job Loss: 5 Answers to the “What do you do?” Question
It is the first question we ask when we meet someone new. And it is the last question we want to be asked when we are out of work: “What do you do?”. It is a strange quirk of our society that we define ourselves first and foremost by the work we do....
Posted on June 15, 2009Essential Job Tips – The Job Offer
Finding a new job or changing jobs is difficult but there are some simple things you need to know which can make the whole experience a lot easier and smoother. Generally, if you get to the stage where a potential employer wants to offer you a...
Posted on June 12, 2009Essential Job Tips – The Interview
Finding a new job or changing jobs is difficult but there are some simple things you need to know which can make the whole experience a lot easier and smoother. When you find the job which suits you and you have been successful in your application...
Posted on June 15, 2009Essential Job Tips – Your CV
Finding a new job or changing jobs is a daunting task but there are some simple things you need to know which can make the whole experience a lot easier and smoother. Think of your CV as a sales document - you are selling yourself to potential...
Posted on June 12, 2009Essential Job Tips – Before you look for a job
Finding a new job or changing jobs is a daunting task but there are some simple things you need to know which can make the whole experience a lot easier and smoother. It's important to be clear about your reasons for wanting to change jobs. In this...
Posted on June 15, 2009Winning Resumes: When it’s Okay to Bend the Truth
When applying for jobs, your resume is your weapon of first resort. It has one primary purpose: to get you an interview. As such, it needs to present you to the world in the best possible light. Occasionally, this means you need to bend the truth a...
Posted on June 5, 2009Start Your Part-Time Job Now Or You Won't Be Hired After Graduation
Students: If you want to stand out from other job applicants after graduation, then you should start working Now. Work now for a part time job while in school is a smart idea to get this done. Here are the techniques you should know.
Posted on June 2, 2009Application: from interview to contract
Suddenly you get that phone call in response to your application that you are invited for an interview. Prepare yourself for information about the company, think of questions and questionable answers to the questions that they may make. There is a...
Posted on November 19, 2008Surviving Micro Managers
If you are reviewing this article, my guess is you are being Micro Managed. Most of us will have had the opportunity to work with a micro manager. Under this type of leadership, one feels as though they cannot catch up. It is hard to step back,...
Posted on October 13, 2008How Did That Person Get the Job?
Be in Control of Your Career Have you observed someone who always seems to get the promotion or the new job opportunity? Your first thought may be that the person is lucky, knows someone, or is kissing up to the boss.
Posted on September 2, 2008How Best To Approach To Manage Any Job Interview For Newly Graduated Software Engineers Looking For Their Ideal Job
As a new graduate you may be experiencing some difficulties within the UK job market. The IT explosion has come to a close and the promise of three or four years ago, steady employment in IT has disappeared. There are definitely things you can do...
Posted on August 27, 20085 Tips To Rev-Up Your Career This Fall
Summer is coming to a close, and September is right around the corner. That means it's time to hang-up the beach bag, dry-out the swim trunks and focus on career advancement.
Posted on June 12, 2008Job Seeking - a Few Useful Tips To Get You Started
If you are looking for a new job it is important that you stand out from the pack and make sure you get that important job interview. This report offers you a number of crucial tips on finding and getting the right job for you.
Posted on June 10, 2008Only Five Interview Questions
Of all the subjects we cover in career management and job search, the one that seems to cause clients the most anxiety is INTERVIEWING. To ease my clients' concerns, I often simplify the topic by reducing it to a handful of basic elements.
Posted on June 2, 2008Becoming a Valuable Employee and Potential Leader
Before even thinking about becoming a valuable employee at a company it is important for you to decide whether or not you will feel comfortable working at this job and if your efforts will be financially compensated according to your accomplishments...
Posted on May 21, 2008The 10 Systems of Success in Your Real Estate Career
For agents at every level, success in your career is comprised of ten systems. Overcoming every challenge and all growth in your business only occurs through your skills and application with these ten systems. Each time you improve a skill in one of...
Posted on May 4, 2008Career Advice -- Are You Letting Other People Decide Your Future?
Having friends you can share your ideas and goals in life with is something very nice, some say that taking advice from older people who have lived through certain situations is the very essence of wisdom however, do you know where to draw the line...
Posted on May 4, 2008With Higher Earnings Comes Great Responsibility -- Are You Ready for It?
What you like to have a couple of the line of vehicles such as the Ferrari Enzo? What about a big office with company credit cards, cell phones and paid vacations around the world?
Posted on March 17, 2008Using Phone References and Recommendation Letters
Most people already know that they need a list of Professional References. But you might be asking, "Why do I need Letters of Recommendation at this point in my career?"
Posted on March 10, 2008How to Avoid Scams at Job Hunting Websites
Learn how to avoid fake career opportunities and business scams at job hunting websites. Get more career tips and job hunting to help you get ahead in life.
Posted on March 10, 2008How to Find Good Companies to Work For
Learn more about job hunting and the things you should pay attention during the interview in order to determine whether management is any good or not. Get more tips on job hunting.
Posted on March 7, 2008Everything is Negotiable
Most job-seekers get into a "locked mindset" about compensation negotiation, with all sorts of assumptions, pre-formed notions and "myths." The truth is that everything is negotiable. Yes, EVERYTHING! There are four things I know about salary...
Posted on February 18, 2008Networking: Your Most Important Career Activity
So, you've gotten totally clear on your career goals, prepared your complete "executive portfolio" of self-marketing documents, and developed a detailed strategy for your search.
Posted on January 31, 2008Working With Executive Recruiters
Let's make one thing clear right from the start - executive search firms, recruiters, and employment agencies are not in business to help you land a job. The recruiter is not your advocate, your friend, or your agent. Recruiters, employment agencies,...
Posted on November 28, 2007Career Coaching: Seven Mistakes to Avoid When Making a Big Career Change
Are you considering a big move in your career? Do you feel let down, bored, burned out? Maybe you think there is something better and more meaningful that you are meant to do.
Posted on October 3, 20073 Tips To Help The Over 40's Get Back Into Work
Being out of work is trying for everyone but especially for those who employers may think are past their prime. But follow these tips and you may be back in work sooner than you think.
