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Three steps for a better job interview
Here are some ideas you can use to help you make a big impact in your next interview. They’re simple, but you may need to practice them to break old habits. Avoid the phrase, “I Read more…
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Five signs your workplace may be toxic
Most people spend the majority of their lives at work, and studies repeatedly show happy employees are more productive. Companies that treat their employees’ well will earn huge dividends compared to those that dismiss and Read more…
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The case for the scaled-back vacation
As summer-vacation season approaches, some people will find themselves between jobs as their planned getaway approaches. What do you do, if you find yourself in this position? Should you take the vacation or cancel or Read more…
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Why you should care about your references
Your references play a significant role in your career growth, so don’t wait until the last minute and assume a former colleague or supervisor will step in and give you a glowing reference. References should Read more…
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Jump-start a stalled job search
Are you in the hunt for a new job? If so, you probably know how hard it is to stay focused and energetic. Today, I have some ways you can fine-tune your job search and Read more…
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should potential employers have access to your social network?
Social networking has become a way of life for many, and it has shifted the way people interact. In the past, the boundaries between what was personal and what was work-related were clear. A recent Read more…
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How to manage the new workplace
Chances are, you’re familiar with the new workplace — one where changes are the norm rather than the exception, in fact employees and jobs seekers often share similar feelings about the unpredictable nature of the Read more…
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Simple steps to powerful networking
Networking is the most powerful way to land a job and create good working relationships throughout your career. While most people understand the need to acquire knowledge and skills through education, far less time typically Read more…
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The upside to consulting work
Let’s say you’ve been in the job market for a while, and you’re thinking of doing some consulting work while you look for the right position. This is a pretty common situation, and for many Read more…
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Should you email your interviewer a thank-you note?
Sending a note after an interview is a great habit, and one to keep throughout your career. In the job market timing is everything, and can help you land a job by keeping your name Read more…