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One key to professional development is immersing yourself in the industry you want to succeed in. The best way to do that is to get to know people who are in your field or doing what you want to do, and making a point to spend time with them. ...
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Posted: Monday, June 17, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Career Development & Advancement
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If I had to pick one word to define the attitude of successful people, it would be “yes.” It’s a small word that opens the door to big things. If you are willing to embrace a yes mindset in your career, you will discover your ...
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Posted: Friday, June 14, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Success on the Job
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Whether you’re fresh out of school or changing careers, it’s crucial that you have the right skills and training for the jobs you are pursuing. But, how do you get the experience you need if no one will let you through the door? The ...
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Posted: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Job Search Advice
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Technology has reinvented the way companies interview. It is estimated that more than one billion people connect to the Internet via their mobile device. With easy access to video conferencing apps, an interview can take place just about anywhere ...
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Posted: Saturday, June 08, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Social Media & Employment Trends
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Your job plays a big part in your personal happiness. That’s why many people spend years of their lives pursuing degrees and mastering skills that will enable them to live out their dreams. But, what happens when your dream job comes with a ...
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Posted: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Career Development & Advancement
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one of America’s largest employers, I can attest to this. In fact, good communication is one of the leading skills we look for in the candidates we place. But, its power to propel you professionally reaches far beyond the hiring process into ...
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Posted: Sunday, June 02, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Success on the Job
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Ever ponder the purpose of a cover letter? Doesn’t a resume tell employers everything they need to know? Why do they want you to reiterate the information in a cover letter? They don’t!
The purpose of a cover letter is to give ...
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Posted: Thursday, May 30, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Job Search Advice
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You know the play, “Little Shop of Horrors?” It’s a musical about a floral shop worker named Seymour who comes across an unknown plant species which he names Audrey II (after the woman he loves). He places the peculiar plant in the ...
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Posted: Monday, May 27, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Social Media & Employment Trends
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Looking for a creative angle on career advancement? Training is a great way to expand your skills and make yourself attractive for promotion. Did you know many companies offer free training, education and professional development to their employees? ...
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Posted: Friday, May 24, 2013 10:00:00 AM
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When you are starting a new job, it can seem as if everyone is sizing you up in order to put some sort of label on you—and frankly, they are. It’s called ‘first impressions’ and they can make a monumental difference in your ...
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Posted: Tuesday, May 21, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Success on the Job
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Summer break … two words that are music to a college student’s ears. While it’s nice to get a break from the books, don’t overlook the opportunity that awaits you with a great summer job!
More than mad money in your ...
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Posted: Saturday, May 18, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Job Search Advice
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For 15 years, Spherion has been tracking the changing attitudes of the U.S. workforce through its renowned Emerging Workforce® Study. The study identifies three classifications of workers—emergent, migrating and traditional—and the ...
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Posted: Wednesday, May 15, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Social Media & Employment Trends
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Employers seek it; performance depends on it; satisfaction is derived from it; and career progression is the fruit of it. What is it? A strong work ethic!
Employers seek it …
It’s that intangible quality that star employees ...
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Posted: Thursday, May 09, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Success on the Job
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You may have all the qualifications to succeed in a job, but if your resume doesn’t showcase them, it may never make it to the interview pile. If you want your resume to stand out of the stack, here are some pointers that will help you capture ...
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Posted: Monday, May 06, 2013 10:00:00 AM
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Working from home can be a wonderful thing, especially for employees with long commutes and high gas bills. But, that’s not all. According to a 2011 survey by Staples, 80 percent of telecommuters said it helps them maintain better work-life ...
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Posted: Friday, May 03, 2013 10:00:00 AM
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A resume is meant to be an up-to-date, professional reflection of you. Is it? If we’re honest, most of us have our resume stored on a computer that is updated once a year, at best. But, if you want a resume that represents you well, you must ...
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Posted: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Career Development & Advancement
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What word best describes the experience of a student? Learning! While your days in the classroom may be over, the drive to learn, understand, discover and achieve is a lifelong quest!
Ben Franklin grasped the concept well when he said, “An ...
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Posted: Saturday, April 27, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Success on the Job
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For many of today’s top performers, the answer is a resounding yes. But, there are many other factors to consider before you make the jump.
Job longevity & value
Have you put in enough time at your current employer to make a valuable ...
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Posted: Sunday, April 21, 2013 10:00:00 AM
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Leaving your job is a big decision. Whether it’s due to dissatisfaction or the desire for greater career opportunities, how you leave will have a lasting impact on your future prospects.
If you are leaving for negative reasons, don’t ...
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Posted: Thursday, April 18, 2013 10:00:00 AM
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We’ve all heard it’s important to be a team player, but what does it really mean? Foremost, it means working for the good of the team, rather than your own individual goals. And, that means dropping the personal pronouns—because as ...
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Posted: Monday, April 15, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Filed under: Success on the Job
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