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391). Genuine Help Vs. Exploitation  By : Virginia Bola, PsyD
I had a recent exchange of e-mails with someone who wrote: "39 dollars for a book that proclaims itself to be a way out of depression and feelings of worthlessness for unemployed people? Tell me: what does a PsyD know about unemployment and low-self-worth? This price tag is atrocious. You are vic...

392). Wage For The New Grad  By : Maxwell Hurst
Fresh out of college, most people are excited about landing that first job. Given that most grads do not have work experience or only had a part time job while studying, it is not easy to secure an executive position right away. Starting from scratch, one has no choice but to start from the bottom in an entry-level position then in tim...

393). Unemployment Blues: Talk To Yourself  By : Virginia Bola, PsyD
There is always a debate about whether daily affirmations work - the kind of uplifting statements you repeat to yourself in the mirror each morning. I find a more effective way to improve your mood and self-esteem is to create your own positive scripts for regular re-reading and study. On those days when you're really down on yourself ...

394). The Many Benefits Of A Nursing Career  By : Sabrina Hall
There's no shortage of nursing schools offering course-work for those who aspire to become a part of the ever-growing healthcare industry. These certified nursing schools will not only train you to become a professional nurse but many offer post graduate courses as well, to better help you develop your nursing career. Those currently ...

395). Job Interview Mistakes - Part 1  By : Hans Hasselfors
For many, the interview is the single most stressful part of the job search process. Any number of things can go wrong, and a big part of being successful is avoiding simple mistakes. The following is a list some of the most common mistakes during an Interview. 1. Failure to research the company: An interviewer will expect candidates t...

396). How to Use a Resume Objective to Help Your Job Application  By : Niall Cinneide
A resume objective statement, while an optional section of your resume, can be a powerful tool for job seekers if it used to its full potential. Strong objectives indicate how you will be of value to the company in one clear and concise statement. It tells potential employers your purpose or goal by applying to their company, and indicates the dire...

397). How to choose your career  By : Tyler Benson
With the warm breeze of summer wind a numerous number of high school graduates gets ready to enter the university. This is the moment they’ve been waiting for all their lives and now time to choose one career out of the hundreds has come. First of all you are to decide what are you interested in, what skills or abilities you have and what your aim ...

398). Find The Perfect Job In No Time  By : Ant Onaf
It’s about who you know, NOT what you know! But, what if you don't know anyone? Then what are you suppose to do? You suppose to go hunting and make contacts. When finding any job the first rule is to make looking for a job your JOB! Finding a Job Is Your Job If you are unemployed then you should put aside at least 6-8 hou...

399). Job Sites Top Five  By : Maxwell Hurst
Currently, there are 5 of the most sought after web sites being used by aspiring applicants on the web when job-hunting. These are: 5) http://Net-Temps.com This site provides job openings at one click. Just enter a keyword, specify the location and it will give you over a hundred results. It provides help in posting resume...

400). Tell Them in Writing “Thank You for Hiring Me!”  By : Heather Eagar
A thank you letter after you accept a job offer shows good taste, gratitude, and in general shows a new employer that they made a wise decision in hiring you. Most new hires do not write one, so if you are one of the smart few people who do, your relationship with your new employer will get off to a great start. When you write this typ...

401). Do You Like Your Job?  By : Scott Bianchi
I don’t know if there are any concrete numbers on this topic but if I had to guess I would say that less than 25% of people like their jobs. Most people continue to go to work because they feel they have no other options. They are either lacking in the educational background to improve their situation or maybe they have overextended themselves fina...

402). A Closer Look At Two Interview Questions  By : Judi Perkins
A job interview is stressful. The person who hasn’t made a lot of changes isn’t practiced at what is involved (nor should they want to be), and the person who has made a lot of changes doesn’t have any idea as to what’s involved either, or they wouldn’t be making so many changes! Preparing for the interview de-stresses the situation co...

403). Negotiating Skills: How to Obtain the Salary You Want  By : Matthew C. Keegan
Salary negotiating is an important topic that must be addressed prior to your initial interview with a prospective employer. Knowing your bottom rate, and being able to live with it [or on it?] is an important thing for candidates to uncover before the first interview. Why then do so many of us make the tactical mistake and go to the interview unpr...

404). Tips on Finding Employment as a Corporate Flight Attendant  By : Matthew C. Keegan
I will not pretend that this is the easiest topic to write about. In fact, my knowledge of how one finds work as a private flight attendant is based chiefly on what others have shared with me. You can find some useful tips within the many threads written on the Corporate Flight Attendant Community message boards at http://www.cabinmanagers.com, but...

405). Four Facets Of Work/Life Balance  By : Wendy Betterini
I recently came through a week of very hard work, chaotic energy and long hours. As I reviewed my goals and progress for the week, I realized that I couldn't remember much of anything that happened during that week. It was all a muddled blur in my mind, one day blending into the next. I do believe that hard work is good for us. However, if we don't...

406). Executive Resumes 101  By : Alesia Benedict, CPRW, JCTC
What makes an executive resume “executive”? Is it the format? Is it the content? Or is it the personal marketing strategy? Executive resumes are different in all these areas. Executive resumes are targeted toward a hiring agent that is seeking more than the typical job seeker’s qualifications. The executive behind the resume must meet specific lead...

407). Job Search Tips  By : Maxwell Hurst
If you’re not sure what to do, here’s a list that might help. 1. Know thyself. Identify what really interest and excites you. Understand that these traits define you and use it to explore career choices and opportunities. 2. Take a career assessment test. There are a lot of career assessment tests...

408). Job Search: Is It a Numbers Game?  By : kareerman
Unfortunately, job search can be a "numbers game". When the Internet first came on the job search scene it was a great differentiator. Candidates who found jobs advertised on the Internet and submitted their resumes via email often went to the front of the line. They were competing with other job searchers who were still combing the Su...

409). Importance Of Skills Emphasis On Job Interviews  By : Maxwell Hurst
Skill emphasis during the interview is important to show the employer what makes you different from all the other job candidates. In this competitive world, companies search for the most qualified employees by weighing skills of the candidates and determining how they would benefit the company. Majority of the top companies search for ...

410). How to Start a Career in Massage Therapy  By : Stephanie Macintosh
Massage therapy can offer senior citizens a number of benefits that will greatly improve their sense of health and wellbeing. As the population continues to age, it is important to consider ways that we can work to improve the lives of those affected by the passing of time. A number of studies have shown that massage therapy can have a direct impac...

411). Entry-Level Jobs 101: 4 Must-Know Tips  By : Maxwell Hurst
For most people, aiming for a higher position at once is the key to job search success. However, for some people who know that in order to succeed in the job market, they have to, literally, start from scratch. This means that people who want to grow positively in the working world; they have to learn the basics and fundamental principles of workin...

412). Job Interviews: Prepare Questions In Advance  By : Virginia Bola, PsyD
An interview almost invariably closes with the potential employer asking if you have any questions. Often an applicant will ask for clarification on benefits -insurance, vacation time, etc. While these are obviously important for you to know, they plant a seed in the interviewer's mind that maybe you are more interested in what the job can do for y...

413). Resume - A Showcase Of Your Skills  By : Sintilia Miecevole
A resume is the first and the most important step in the process of job seeking. A resume consists of a brief account of your qualifications and experience. It basically showcases your skills and experience. The whole idea of a resume is to put you in such a light that the prospective employer finds you perfect for the job. A resume sh...

414). Valuable Human Resources Career Info You Just Gotta Read  By : Mary Murtha
The very goal of every graduate is to find a decent job. On the other hand, every organization knows the value behind the employment of competent and skilled employees. They know that once they have employed the right kind of employee and place them in a position that can best reflect their skills and competence is absolutely important in organizat...

415). How To Write A Resume That Will Impress That Employer  By : Laura Adams
Your resume is the first impression that an employer has of you. At the most basic level, a resume is simply a description of the skills, experience, education, and professional achievements that make you qualified for a position. A good resume will accurately inform an employer about your background. A great resume, however, can do much more. A gr...

416). Cover Letters, Resumes and the Job Hunter…What’s it All About?  By : Heather Eagar
Any good job hunter needs a resume package. The cover letter and resume always go together and do the same basic thing in slightly different ways. A job hunter without both of them will probably not get very far in the search for a good career position. With that in mind, let’s take a look at what these crucial documents should do for...

417). How To Help Your Child Find A 21st Century Career  By : Cathy Goodwin
Most of us were brought up to study hard, get good grades, choose a "practical" college major, and strive for a "good job." Talk to a stranded midlife career-changer and you realize the game has changed. Yesterday's rules prepared us to be passengers on a large ocean liner that promised a smooth voyage. Today we realize that ocean line...

418). How To Bulletproof Your Career!  By : Ford R. Myers, M.Ed.
In the not-too-distant past, ascending the corporate ladder assured management professionals of a bigger office, a stronger compensation package and a more secure future. But today, executives are being told: Don’t get too comfortable in that corner office, and don’t buy that fancy new car or boat you’ve always dreamed of – because your job is just...

419). Best Jobs  By : Maxwell Hurst
Employers have said that they are more likely to be 12 percent more graduates this year than last year. It is the first projected increase since the year 2000. In another study, a projected 60 percent of US business plan to employ the same number of graduates this year as with last year. That is an increase of fifty-five percent from ...

420). Seize The Opportunity And The Job: The Interview  By : Maxwell Hurst
So, you’ve submitted a killer Curriculum Vitae and supporting documents. You’re ahead of the pack and have just received a call for an interview. What do you do next? The interview is the most stressful and important part of job hunting. This is where the employers make a decision based on his or her impression of whether to hire you f...

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