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Sharon Alexander
Member since 19th January 2008
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08th October 2008
Self Branding or career branding is an often over-looked important party of the job search. The biggest mistake that people make is to assume that their past accomplishments and career experiences will speak for themselves.
Often, job seekers can fail...
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08th October 2008
Every time you open a newspaper nowadays, the first thing you see is the current fear of a recession, the credit crunch, the banking crisis and the difficult days ahead with a downturn of the economy. It seems obvious that there will be cost cutting measu...
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06th October 2008
When going into a salary negotiation with a potential employer, it is crucial that you know what people in your position are being paid. This is so important to achieving a fair starting salary.
You need to first educate yourself, so that you can make...
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06th October 2008
There are 7 key steps which can be used to help you in negotiating an appropriate starting salary at a
new job.
If you keep these tips in mind while discussing salary with your new employer, it will help you to attain fair payment for your work. Thes...
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09th September 2008
It is very important that you attempt business networking with senior managers. In the endeavor, you should focus on their main areas of operation and probable interest in your skills. This will give you a better chance to strike gold at the first opportu...
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09th September 2008
Smart goal setting involves writing down your aims and ambitions, reviewing them, setting a course of action and a time frame and then getting down to the hard work. Irrespective of the amount of quality time on hand that you may have, there is no doubt t...
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08th September 2008
The call to look for a good job comes at different stages. The need for job hunting could arise for a fresher or for a temporarily unemployed. However, if you have good job-hunting tips at your end, then the endeavor becomes hassle free and very productiv...
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05th September 2008
In an increasingly competitive world, the best way to express your knowledge or a message to a wider audience is to possess the ability to deliver dynamic and influential presentations.
Nothing is more challenging and gratifying than to be invited to b...
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24th August 2008
You are ready to start your first career or embark on a new one. You haven't really decided what exactly you want to do but you know that it has to be something fulfilling. One of the most important things you can do for your self is to sit down and do so...
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22nd August 2008
Managers aren't created equal and you will run into one at times who is toxic. This can mean that they are abusive or a bully and you still have to work with them. Many people get emotional and depressed in these types of situations and others decide to q...
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22nd August 2008
Networking is a term that everyone has heard and some people use, but many are afraid of what this means. If you are a shy person this also can be daunting because it means mingling with people and you may not understand how to go about doing this. Take ...
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21st August 2008
Whether you work in education, for a corporation or a non-profit organization, you will need to let people know your work. If you notice there are certain people in your current organization who always seem to get recognized for their visibility at work.
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21st August 2008
You've sent in the cover letter with your resume and you received a call asking you to come for an interview. The employer sounds impressed with what you sent them on paper and now they want to meet you in person.
Job interviews are your second step to...
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20th August 2008
Most people lose a job before they get into the door because they don't understand what a cover letter does for them. The cover letter that accompanies a resume is your first impression to any employer.
It's essential you understand what a cover letter...
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20th August 2008
A resume plays a crucial role in our lives. Whether its your first job or your changing your profession, a winning resume is what you need. This will distinguish you from the rest. So, it's time to focus your time and energy on creating that winning resum...
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