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The Professional Credential Section: Tell Me More about That, Please by Jason Stauffacher - May, 2013 Your professional resume and CV can either help you greatly increase your salary or hinder your career advancement. Here’s how to achieve the former with your resume. First, focus on the structure. An ideal structure consists of Name and Contact Information, Career Summary, Computer Skills, Professional Experience, Education, and Training. Then, secondly, consider the length. For entry-level purchasing positions, a one-pag... |
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Mid-life Career Change: It May Not Be What You Really Need by Louise Garver - May, 2013 Just like Peggy Lee’s song, have you ever wondered “is that all there is” in relationship to your work? In my work as an executive career coach, I meet many people who think they need a career change. They’ve been successful, however, they are now at a crossroads for a variety of reasons. For some, their career path was not what they had wanted to do all those years ago. For others, they are not using the skills and ta... |
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Speaking It Into Existence Isn’t As Important As This by Rich Jones - May, 2013 Positive affirmations ain’t never hurt nobody. But inaction has. I wish I could tell you how many times over the years I’ve tried “speaking it into existence.” I’ve made proclamations to the man in the mirror or to a close friend, which resulted in a “[Hell] yeah!” or “Go be great.” Then I’d swagger away — enthusiasm and endorphins flowing — intent on taking the world by storm before falling into old habits like tv and t... |
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5 Standout Things To Bring To Your Next Interview by Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter - May, 2013 It may seem obvious. You were invited to an interview with the hiring manager or recruiter. They beckoned you because they like your resume and believe you are qualified for the job. At this point, it’s all about the dialogue, and you are a fantastic interviewer, so what else do you need but yourself and your confidence – right? Wrong. Sometimes less is not more. And, interviews offer an opportunity to strategically slide i... |
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7 Job Interview Questions You Should Never Ask by Kerry Hannon - May, 2013 Interviewing for a job is unnerving. Even people who have a lot of self-confidence feel vulnerable to some degree. That's because when you're being judged, every nuance counts. While you're keenly focused on putting your best foot forward and asking smart and sometimes tough questions, it's oh-so-easy to say something that could knock you out of the running. When an awkward question slips through your lips, even the smooth... |
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Bad Reasons to Change Careers by Miriam Salpeter - May, 2013 You know what they say: “The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.” If you’ve been coveting the greener grass of a career change, be sure to stop and reflect before you plan a major shift. While transitioning careers sometimes makes sense, many people mistakenly believe a career change will solve all of their problems. Even successful career changers may be surprised to find that they encounter the same (or w... |
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Be Memorable. Even After Rejection. by Rich Jones - May, 2013 I got an email a while ago from a candidate that didn’t get the job. It’s not uncommon to hear back from a runner-up In fact, a thorough “thank you” note after the overall process concludes is a requirement if you wanna be memorable…even if you didn’t get the job. I’ve fast-tracked people on positions before simply because I remembered them from a previous interview or conversation Why am I harping on this here? This ... |
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Compliance Provides a Competitive Edge: A Paradigm Shift in Compliance Mindset and Attitude by Ahmed Younies - May, 2013 Compliance with federal employment regulations provides two interrelated benefits to every business interested in maintaining a competitive edge. Firstly, a business which complies with federal regulations will avoid the negative financial penalties associated with noncompliance. Secondly, a business which complies with federal regulations will benefit from hiring a diverse and dynamic workforce. The negative financial pena... |
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Five Things Good Writing Can Teach You About The Job Search by Rich Jones - May, 2013 If you’re reading this, you enjoy reading interesting or helpful content. You probably visit other sites with solid writing that meet a variety of your needs. Have you ever considered what the sites (and books) you read can teach you about the job search without talking about it directly? Here are five lessons I’ve learned from good writing…and I ain’t even know it…until now. The ability to tell stories increases your abil... |
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Four Reasons You Keep Getting Rejected For Jobs by Rich Jones - May, 2013 The job search can be frustrating. Especially when you’ve done all this work on your resume and writing what you believe to be custom cover letters. Every application seems like it goes into a black hole or you get a rejection notice for gigs you’re clearly qualified for. It’ll leave you wondering how to get a job interview. Definitely not what’s hot in the streets. Truthfully, there’s nothing you can do to guarantee an in... |
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