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| February 2010: When Cupid’s Bow Hits the Workplace |
Love in the workplace can have its pros and its cons. Be aware of these elements and your priorities, and evaluate accordingly. To minimize rumors and gossip, it is best to address the situation with your employer if you are dating a coworker. Professionalism and the success of your work should remain your top priorities.
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| January 2010: New Directives for the New Decade |
Evaluating your career objectives in the New Year can present unique changes, as well as opportunities for growth. Prepare yourself by being up to speed on the latest procedures when applying for jobs, as well as maintaining a positive outlook for the year to come.
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| December 2009:Ring in the New Year with a New Job |
If landing a new job is on your list of New Year’s resolutions, this month’s newsletter is for you. We’ve uncovered ten job sectors that promise to ring in new job growth in the New Year. For the serious job seeker, check out why you shouldn’t forego your search efforts this holiday season.
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| November 2009: Interview Bloopers / Moving On After a Bad Interview |
An interview is supposed to provide an opportunity to showcase your skills, talent and qualifications to a potential employer, right? But, the reality is it can also provide a forum for interview mishaps, blunders and disasters. We’ve compiled some of the most common interview bloopers and offered advice on how to avoid them, as well as advice on overcoming an interview that’s gone bad.
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| October 2009: Surviving a Video Interview |
Technology has put a new, innovative twist on many traditional job search methods and practices, from video interviewing to online career fairs. But job seekers must learn to adapt to these new methods, and avoid pitfalls that can accompany them. This month’s newsletter helps you master the video interview, and separate the legitimate job opportunities from scams.
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| Sept 2009: Facebook Can Be Your Job Search Friend…or Foe |
The term social networking is a bit misleading since the booming use of these tools by candidates to find a job, and by employers looking for their next great hire. As the likes of Facebook and Twitter have become career-impacting outlets, the way in which job seekers use them can have a positive impact, or quickly ruin your career prospects.
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| August 2009: Using Your “Down-time” Wisely |
If you’ve found some extra time on your hands, consider using it wisely to boost your marketability to potential employers. This issue focuses on two powerful ways to accomplish that goal – one that helps to build inner strength and leadership, and another that can help better advertise those leadership skills to future employers.
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| July 2009: Making the Grade… or Making a Video |
The process of finding a job has changed dramatically over the past several years. Even traditional “must-haves,” such as a stellar GPA or a hard-copy resume seem to be dwindling as necessary tools in the job search. This issue focuses on the impact (or lack of) good grades may have in finding a job, and the increasingly popular video resume, and how to make one.
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| June 2009: Effective Bridges to Employment |
When it comes to job searching, every little bit helps. Working with a staffing agency or in a temporary assignment are two effective means of bridging from unemployment to full-time work. In this month’s newsletter, you’ll learn why staffing companies can be your secret weapon to earning a paycheck.
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| May 2009: Take the Money or the Internship This Summer? |
Many students and soon-to-be graduates have big decisions to make. What is the best way to spend a summer or those first post-graduation months? Are the cash returns of a job or the career experience of an internship more important? It all depends on your needs and what you want.
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| April 2009: I'm Graduating College... Now What? |
Figuring out what to do after graduation is always difficult, but finding great options in a down economy can be even more of a challenge. A degree is no guarantee of employment, but there are several strategies to make the most of your accomplishment and land a dream job, even in a recession.
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| March 2009: Secrets to Finding Something New |
Whether you've been seeking a new opportunity for months, or like millions of workers you've recently lost your job, now is the time to identify every technique or tip that can help set yourself apart. In this month's issue, we've included some well-kept secrets to a successful job hunt, and to moving on after you've been laid off.
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| April 2009: Degreed or Not, Jobs Are Waiting |
Whether you’re days away from donning your college cap and gown, or you’ve never stepped foot on a university campus, jobs are out there waiting to be landed. This month’s newsletter explores strategies for launching your career, with or without diploma in hand.
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| February 2009: Build a Powerful Networking Strategy While in School |
Being in school doesn’t mean you should close the books on networking your way to a great job. Even if your desired employer doesn’t recruit directly on your campus, or your school has minimal on-campus visits, there are tactics to build your own powerful networking strategy before graduation day.
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| January2009: Job Searching Through a Professional Association |
Experts agree that networking is probably the most effective way to find new work. Professional associations are a great way to let the right people know that you’re looking for a job. This month's newsletter articles help you start the year off with valuable job seeking advice.
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| December 2008: Top Jobs for 2009 |
This year has been a tough one for jobs in the U.S. This month discusses which areas have the greatest potential to offer new opportunities for the next year. Seymour gives advice to those who have been invited for a second interview.
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| November 2008: Networking During Holidays |
The Holiday Season provides great opportunities to build your social network - the old fashioned way. Gift giving and parties are the most obvious ways to gain favor. November's newsletter features other ways to grow your network of contacts. This month's tips on asking for vacation time can help make sure you get the time off that you need.
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| October 2008: Finding Seasonal Temp Work |
| If you're looking to earn some extra holiday dollars this season, you're not alone. This month's Insider Job Report has tips on finding the temp work during the holiday season. Say you've just been offered a new job. Is it appropriate to ask to meet your prospective new boss and co-workers? Read this month's Ask Seymour to find out.
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| July 2008: Overcoming Pre-Interview Jitters |
Whether you need to overcome the jitters before a job interview or weigh the pros and cons of following your boss to another company, we offer up job related advice and tips to help your career. |
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| June 2008: Engage Your Boss |
Discover how to build a good rapport with your boss, planning for a successful business travel trip, and other helpful job related tips. |
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| May 2008: Your First Job |
From advice on how to get the most out of your first job to tips on how to go about conducting research on prospective employers, we provide a variety of helpful career information. |
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| February 2008: We've Got You Covered |
| A job search almost always involves a resume and cover letter. We provide some tips and advice on how to make cover letters e-mail friendly, what to avoid when writing them, and more. |
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