Ask Me No Questions, Ill Tell You No Lies Despite the President's encouraging words, the job market is still in sorry shape. There are more job seekers than job openings, so do NOT make things harder on yourself by doing any of the things on this list! Never, ever do these!
If Youre Fired, Will Past Employers Keep Your Secret? Despite what some job seekers think, it is not illegal for former employers to tell reference checkers that you were fired. They can say anything they want as long as it's true.
Youre Fired Isnt The Finale According to the U.S. Department of Labor, March 2004 had the largest gain in hiring in nearly four years. But as of then, there were still about 8 million Americans without jobs, and almost 23% of those had been unemployed for six months or more.
20 Powerful Tips For Advancing Your Career You don't want to stay in your current position forever... you want to move up! Here are 20 ways to boost your chances of getting that nice promotion:
References: Choose Wisely Sophisticated job seekers know and understand that sometime during the interview and hiring process you will be asked to supply references. 5 quick tips to make certain your references help you in your career search.
Leaders Meet Challenge Heads-UP With Confidence -- The "BUCK" Stops on the Boss' Desk. A BUCK ain't much these days - but watch out when it hits the fan or lands on YOUR desk without an answer from the troops. Maybe we have missed the point and need to step back and regroup.
The Perfect Fit: Women & Franchising Women's increased financial power, better education, and corporate experience, combined with their desire for more autonomy and desire to connect with others who share their values make franchising a great fit for many women. For many women, franchising is a perfect fit and the most congruent way to listen to that entrepreneurial voice.
3 Secrets to Landing a Home-Based Position Landing a telecommute position isn't easy. Finding them in the first place is like looking for a needle in a haystack. Then, when you finally do find one that looks promising, it's filled before you can even click on "apply for this job".
How To Start Your Own House Cleaning Business Before starting a house cleaning business, think about your physical capabilities. your schedule, and whether you want to work alone or not. Using simple methods of promotion should get you your first customers. With a few more steps, which are described in the article, you can start your own house cleaning business.
Do Your Very Best in All Things -- Because Someone Is Looking.... Truth is…. it does not matter who is looking. If someone is looking it's OK. If NOT, then that should also be OK with you. How can it be both ways? It's who YOU are that makes the big difference in what you say or in what you do.
Careers-Changing Jobs: The Fantasy of the Ideal Job Over the last 10 years I have had contact with many individuals searching for their place in the working world. For many, a growing sense of dissatisfaction with their work, or a general feeling that things aren't as they should be, has left them with two questions to answer - "Why am I here?", and "What would I really love to do for a job?".
Franchising Offers NO Guarantees -- Don't make the decision to buy a franchise for the wrong reasons. Sometimes it is very easy to TRUST and believe all the "hype" that you read and hear. Expect the franchisor to put forth their "best" side. No one wants to tell you about failures.
Build New Habits -- Payday Will Come -- Most of us did it in 2004 and before.... as far back as we can remember. Maybe this is the year you refused to do it ever again. Challenge is…... you should do it even if you fail somewhere along the way.
“How to Look Your Best in a Down Economy” Is it the TRUTH? Be yourself ~ tell it like it is. No fluff. Just be honest with "your" audience ~ the hiring authority. No one should have to sort out the "real" you from the hype found so often in a resume.
Confidence Is Critical to YOUR Success.... Your self-confidence is showing. Verbal communication is only ONE way that others form an opinion of who YOU are. Your non-verbal (unspoken) actions also reflect how things are within your physic.
How To Stay Calm in Tryng Times In the office and on the road -- Be 'calm' advice is Right on target! Today begins when your feet touch the floor. What comes next? Is it a cigarette? Some folks have to get their cough going early in the morning then practice it all day.
The Top 10 Mistakes Job Seekers Should Avoid In Contacting An Employer There are numerous tools and resources available to guide job seekers through the steps of a career transition. These tools are very useful and suggest much that you should do. At the same time, some individuals benefit equally by learning what to avoid. If you count yourself in this latter group here is a laundry list of things that "turn off" an employer. Make sure you steer clear of these errors.
Prepare for YOUR Future now -- Plan for your financial security, first. Each month, put a specific amount into a retirement savings account, as if you were paying your utility bill or mortgage. YOU are your best 'social security' rather than the US government.
Surviving The Technical Interview Technical interviews are high-pressure situations. Chris Bryant, CCIE #12933, offers applicants tips on how to thrive in this situation, and offers insight fro...
The History of the Yorkshire Terrier Although the history of the Yorkshire Terrier is sketchy, there is a great deal known about the origins of this exceptional, vibrant breed.
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The Power of Color in Business THERE IS POWER IN YOUR CLOSET and it is in the color of your clothes. All people have physiological response to color. The following chart is to be used to dres...
Ten Tips for Writing Your Perfect Wedding Vows Yes you can -- create vows that are absolutely perfect for you. These tips from a North Carolina life coach and Unitarian minister (who has performed over 400 ...
Natural Hair Loss Remedy Discovered in Apples New research from Japan gives hope to millions of men and women who suffer from unwanted hair loss. Discover why a new hair loss remedy from apples may be "Natu...
Elliptical Trainer Clothing – Dressing For Success It's true that different athletic activities have their own dress and gear requirements. Football and baseball each have their own types of uniforms and equipme...
Franchising Looks Like Easy Money, Want the Truth? So often I read in business journals some business consultant telling folks that they should franchise their businesses. Well sure franchising looks like easy m...
Census Data Mapping for Small Business When studying the demographics of an area for a business venture or expansion you need to not only understand all the data, but what it means to your individual...
PR: Lets Cut to the Chase If your key - that's KEY - outside audiences don't exhibit the kind of behaviors that lead to results like these, you need to take a closer look at your public...
Tranformer Importance Of Transformer In Field Of Electricity
BACK-to-SCHOOL - 10 TIPS for Trade Shows This is a great time to review your trade show program in
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SPYWARE - Whos Watching Who? I am in the midst of Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray. "The basis of optimism is sheer terror." With that attitude, I praise their skills only for the m...
Behold - The Mighty Baby Step! Clutter? What clutter? My friend Chris eliminated a major portion
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What Has Networking Got To Do With Joint Ventures? Networking is a very important element of joint venture marketing because the more you network, the more you meet potential partners and build relationships tha...
