175 Power Verbs and Phrases for Resumes, Cover Letters, and Interviews
While you're revamping your resume or cover letter or constructing your proof-by-example stories for interviews, you'll find you need to watch your word choice. Why? Communication is powerful if the words we use to communicate are powerful. That's not all it takes, but the right words make for a good... Read More
Telecommuting Interview Tips
Telecommuting Interview Tips- By Nell TaliercioYou've made it! Your cover letter and resume got you to the interview process... now what? First of all, I would like to give you a BIG congratulations for making it this far. Pat yourself in the back, do a happy dance. Okay, now let's... Read More
Workplace Melodrama--A Flair For The Dramatic
A flair for the dramatic is a theatrical term used to describe an actress or actor who has a talent for melodrama, characterized by intensely enacted interpersonal conflict and exaggerated emotions. The central figure in a melodrama is the hero, who spins his tale or portrays the justice of his... Read More
Ten Things To Do If You Really, Really Hate Your Job
1. Begin focusing on what you want instead of how much you want to escape. When you find yourself sharing the latest horror story, stop in mid-sentence and say, "What I want to have is..."2. Create an image that describes you in your job. Are you on a riverbank with... Read More
The Interviewable Resume
It is rumored that the only word William Shakespeare wrote on his resume was "Available." We'll probably never know if that is true. But it raises an interesting question. How much information is too much and how much is too little when dealing with resume copy?The resume is a vital... Read More
Where Did All The Farmers Go?
Several times a year, I hear someone complain about the development of farm land in our area. These complainers consider it a crime that so much of our farm land has been converted to housing, business, shopping, etc. They seem to consider the farmers and developers to be criminals.If you... Read More
Get Dressed and Get Hired
Tying a tie properly may tie you to your next employer. A properly tied tie is essential to a good first impression. With the recent outcry regarding athletes wearing flip-flops to the White House, it's apparent that a review of socially acceptable fashion rules is needed.Gone are the days of... Read More
Im just me - An Overview of an Web er.. Designer, Developer, Consultant and Friend
I am going to give you a breakdown of my ... er ... work ... playtime .... income ....I'm a UK based Web Designer, Web Developer, Internet Consultant. I build websites, content management systems and internet solutions for anybody who can afford me. I am a prostitute!! Yes! A prostitute... Read More
Simple Tips to Move Forward on the Job, Part II
After establishing a trusting relationship with the safety officer, it would be helpful to document what was talked about with the safety officer. What kinds of information was shared? Was that person helpful? Was another meeting or on-going meetings scheduled? Did the frequent meetings taper off so that there was... Read More
Your Job Search -- a Marketing Campaign?
The successful job search is really just a personal marketing campaign. And the same techniques used in infomercials and junk mail can help you get hired, too.I'll prove it to you.First, let's define marketing. I like this definition: marketing is finding and getting customers.That sounds like a job search, doesn't... Read More
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How To Take The Pain Out Of Performance Reviews
The Painful ApproachFor many years, "performance management" was of an... Read More
How To Establish Trust, Credibility and Enthusiasm To Your Interviewer
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Job Offers and Pay Negotiations
When you first get the job offer it will often... Read More
Dress For Success
You have heard the phrase, "Dress for Success." This is... Read More
Thankk-You Notes: An Integral Part of Your Career
There is one little practice that is vital to generating... Read More
Booster & Drainers
Like huge anchors on cruise ships, other people... Read More
Wanted: A Diva for the Job of a Lifetime!
"When I was a child, I always thought the world... Read More
9 Tips on Creating a Professional Emailed Job Application
With the advent of the Internet, many of us have... Read More
What You Should Know About A Medical Billing Specialist
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Dont Settle
Chuck was the best of the twenty-four candidates. Still, he... Read More
Job Hunting Tips: Organizing Your Attack
Looking for work is an energy-devouring ordeal, often leading to... Read More
A Bit of Pollyanna
"Stop being such a Pollyanna," a trusted, more experienced colleague... Read More
Networking Masterclass - Part 1 - Practicing Empathy
Practicing Empathy A vital part of your networking skills is... Read More
Build Your Career Decision By Decision
Do you dislike making decisions and avoid the challenge whenever... Read More
How to Survive in Business Long Enough to Win
As a former human resources professional it has always intrigued... Read More
Resume Tips To Take You From SAHM to WAHM
When looking for a telecommuting position, it is very important... Read More
The Computer-Friendly Resume
The evolution of technology is changing the traditional methods for... Read More
7 Steps to Effective Communication
The success of any business or organization depends largely on... Read More
Writing A Great Resume, Part 2
TIP: Update your resume often. Be sure to add details... Read More
Why Human Resources Are The Real Key To Success In This Information Age
The rapid changes that have mainly been brought about by... Read More
Does Your Resume Lack Vision?
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Effective Resumes
A resume is normally the first contact point between an... Read More
The 10 Biggest Career Change Mistakes - And How to Avoid Them
Career change is no walk in the park.If it was... Read More
Do You Have a Hotsy-Totsy Resume?
I begin this article with a bit of slang description.... Read More
Are You Sabotaging Your Career?
My experience working with thousands of leaders world wide for... Read More
Job Hunting Tips: Taking Care of Yourself
Looking for work is generally a miserable undertaking. No matter... Read More
What Is Your Greatest Weakness?
The fastest way to make a good interview go bad... Read More
Overwhelmed and Overworked: The Myth of American Productivity
Employment finally seemed back on track during the first few... Read More
Offer Letter Limbo
Recently we concluded the placement of a Senior Sales Representative... Read More
How To REALLY Look For A Job
Are you looking for a job -- really looking? Or... Read More
Does Your Career Change Itch or Burn?
Two weeks ago, I received a newsy email from a... Read More
Employment Law: Attendance Rewards - Legal Ramifications
If you were thinking of offering your employees special rewards... Read More
How To Become a Mortgage Broker
The mortgage industry accounted for $1,815,949,279,000 in loan transactions in... Read More
Writing A Resume That Gets You Noticed
As the old saying goes, "you never get a second... Read More
Dissatisfied With Your Job? Stop Putting Your Attention on What You Dont Want!
If I were to ask you the percentage of time... Read More
What is Contract Programming? An Alternative to the Conformity of Everyday Employment
What is contract programming, you ask? Well, when companies need... Read More
Interview Presentation Skills: Dealing With Your Nerves
Sooner or later, the interview invitation is going to say... Read More
Franchising Offers NO Guarantees --
You have to ask --- IS a FRANCHISE FOR YOU?There... Read More
The Top 10 Reasons to have a Career Coach
Many people in the last decade have experienced for themselves... Read More
Make A Lasting Impression With Interview Etiquette
(Des Moines, Iowa - February 2, 2005) Behaving appropriately during... Read More
Cracking the Connection Code: Networking for the Introverted
We've all heard it before: "Just get out there and... Read More
Rich Career, Poor Career
What makes for a rich career? It is more than... Read More
Conducting an Effective Interview
An employment interview is a goal oriented conversation in which... Read More
Surviving in Corporate Amercia: Part 1 - Email
There is a saying that goes, "The best offense is... Read More
Becoming A Home Inspector: What the Home Inspection Schools Dont Want You To Know
Chances are if you're reading this you've thought about becoming... Read More
Great Salary Negotiation Tips
11 Commandments For Smart Negotiating1 - BE PREPARED. The... Read More
Tips for Requesting a Raise
You probably think you deserve a raise. But does your... Read More
So, Your Made A Mistake
Of course, mistakes are important. Two facts put those you... Read More
The Pros and Cons of Telecommuting - As Seen Through The Eyes of a Seasoned Telecommuter
Janelle Delacorte has been happily answering calls for the Home... Read More
Kill the Hype
She was waiting for me when I returned from a... Read More
Cover Letter Warning: Watch Out For the BIG BAD WORD!
Dear Job-Seeker:Just as Goldilocks was suspicious of the big bad... Read More
Getting Started: 5 Things You Need to Decide When You Get Started with a Job Search
There are few things more frustrating for a headhunter than... Read More
How You Can Find Opportunities For Foreign Language Proof Reading Work
For those who are fluent in another language, foreign language... Read More
How to Pick the Best Career For You , Part 2: From Exposure-to-Opportunity
Gain an audience by recognizing opportunity There's a sexier method... Read More
7 Tips to Deal With a Bad Performance Review
Q. "I wasn't happy with my last performance review. Should... Read More
Four Important Questions to Ask Your Interviewer; Do You Really Want to Work for This Person?
Many job seekers miss a golden opportunity when they are... Read More
De-Bunking The ?Follow Your Bliss? Myth
Hello Fellow Seekers!I don't know about you? but I'm pretty... Read More
Mystery Shopping
Mystery shopping is an excellent way to make extra money.... Read More
Chicken Soup for Job Seekers
Do you want to change your job but don't know... Read More
Networking is the Key to Star Performance in Everything You Do.
Many people's idea of networking relates to the 'size of... Read More
Job Search Campaign Tip: An Activity Diary
Looking for a job involves a wide range of responsibilities:... Read More
Wishing and Hoping
Years after Disneyland was built, after the completion of Walt... Read More
Dynamic Pre-Hiring Practices
The pre-hiring process can be a challenge. Much time and... Read More
Dont Quit Your Day Job! Convincing Your Boss To Let You Telecommute (Part 2 of 2)
Ok, so you've determined that you have the right skills... Read More
Interpersonal Skill Building -- Yank The Suckers & Weeds
According to the National Gardening Association, suckers are rapidly growing... Read More
Why Are 95% of Job Applicants Not Called Back?
Have you been desperately looking for a job and keep... Read More
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