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Take advantage of company training programs

Take advantage of company training programs
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? ...
Posted: Friday, May 24, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Nanci Schulman | 0 comment(s)
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First impressions are everything

First impressions are everything
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 ...
Posted: Tuesday, May 21, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Sandy Mazur | 0 comment(s)
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Summer break is a great time to get experience

Summer break is a great time to get experience
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 ...
Posted: Saturday, May 18, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Lynn Billing | 0 comment(s)
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Emergent or Traditional … What work views define you?

Emergent or Traditional … What work views define you?
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 ...
Posted: Wednesday, May 15, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Patti Dunning | 0 comment(s)
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A strong work ethic will take you places!

A strong work ethic will take you places!
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 ...
Posted: Thursday, May 09, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Vicki Spencer | 0 comment(s)
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The substance of a standout resume

The substance of a standout resume
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 ...
Posted: Monday, May 06, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Nanci Schulman | 0 comment(s)
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Telecommuting: If given the privilege, prove yourself worthy

Telecommuting: If given the privilege, prove yourself worthy
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 ...
Posted: Friday, May 03, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Sandy Mazur | 0 comment(s)
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Never stop building your resume

Never stop building your resume
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 ...
Posted: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Lynn Billing | 0 comment(s)
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Become a student of your career

Become a student of your career
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 ...
Posted: Saturday, April 27, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Patti Dunning | 0 comment(s)
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Changing jobs: Does it hold the key to career advancement?

Changing jobs: Does it hold the key to career advancement?
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 ...
Posted: Sunday, April 21, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Vicki Spencer | 0 comment(s)
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Burning bridges is never beneficial

Burning bridges is never beneficial
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 ...
Posted: Thursday, April 18, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Nanci Schulman | 0 comment(s)
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There is no “i” in teamwork!

There is no “i” in teamwork!
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 ...
Posted: Monday, April 15, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Sandy Mazur | 0 comment(s)
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Staying on course after graduation

Staying on course after graduation
After years of grueling study sessions, homework and exams, you finally graduated. While this no doubt is a great feat, don’t get too relaxed. The habits you learned in school are about to become the practical tools that prepare you for a ...
Posted: Friday, April 12, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Lynn Billing | 1 comment(s)
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Work/life balance: What’s the secret?

Work/life balance: What’s the secret?
As a society, we are more connected to our jobs than ever before. Mobile technology has effectively erased the lines between our personal and professional lives, making work/life balance a heightened priority for many workers. According to the ...
Posted: Tuesday, April 09, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Patti Dunning | 0 comment(s)
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The makings of a great manager

The makings of a great manager
Being a manager is a position of enormous responsibility and esteemed privilege. As a member of management, you are accountable for achieving business results with the team you’ve been given—but it is how you do it that defines you as a ...
Posted: Saturday, April 06, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Kathy George | 0 comment(s)
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A little confidence will take you a long way!

A little confidence will take you a long way!
We all know people at work who just seem to have it all together. It’s as though nothing can make them flinch or falter. They know what they want and they go after it. What makes them so successful? In a word: confidence. Confidence is a ...
Posted: Wednesday, April 03, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Vicki Spencer | 1 comment(s)
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Flexible work: The back door to great opportunities

Flexible work: The back door to great opportunities
So you’re looking for a permanent job. Temping may not be your plan A, but it could be the back-door entrance to the job you are seeking. According to the American Staffing Association, 72 percent of flexible workers are offered permanent ...
Posted: Sunday, March 31, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Nanci Schulman | 0 comment(s)
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Social media is reshaping the job search as we know it.

Social media is reshaping the job search as we know it.
Social media is a hot topic in the employment world. It has opened doors for job seekers like never before, and employers are discovering it’s an effective recruiting tool as well. According to a Jobvite survey, 89% of U.S. companies had plans ...
Posted: Thursday, March 28, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Sandy Mazur | 0 comment(s)
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Job descriptions can unveil the skills you need to get ahead.

Job descriptions can unveil the skills you need to get ahead.
What is the next position you want to hold in your career? You may not realize it, but studying the job description for that particular position can give you a strong strategy for progressing in your profession! Here’s why. A job ...
Posted: Monday, March 25, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Lynn Billing | 0 comment(s)
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New on the job? Don’t forget to take notes!

New on the job? Don’t forget to take notes!
When you are beginning a new job, it can seem as if a whirlwind of information is coming at you—and to some extent, it is. If you are unable to process it correctly, it can start to snowball and create a fortress of anxiety! But there is one ...
Posted: Friday, March 22, 2013 10:00:00 AM by Vicki Spencer | 0 comment(s)
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