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"Cover Letters That Get You Noticed "
According to an employer survey conducted by an international association for professionals in the careers industry (Career Masters Institute), an overwhelming majority consider the cover letter very important and expect to see one included with resumes. They place great stock on letters as a reflection of your writing style, communications skills, personal qualities and ability to meet their needs. Read More >>
"Create the Life You Want Through Balance"
It’s easy to have your life spin out of balance for many different reasons before you realize it —including temporarily to achieve a specific goal or to simply catch up at times. If you feel that your work has taken control of your life, there are steps you can take to regain—or gain—a sense of balance. Read More>>
"Networking For Introverts "
Michael Jordan, Queen Elizabeth II, Warren Buffet, Albert Einstein, Charles Darwin, Steven Spielberg, Mother Teresa, and Mohandas Gandhi all have something in common and it's not just fame. Along with 30% of the population and 60% of gifted people, they're all introverts. Are you? Read More >>
"Top 5 Tips for Making the Best First Impression With Recruiters "
A recruiter’s success is based on finding the right talent to help clients hire the best available person. Knowing how to help recruiters recruit you will go a long way in demonstrating that you are the best candidate! Read More >>
"Career Success Begins With Career Satisfaction"
Tom fulfilled his father’s dream and became an accountant. Unfortunately, Tom didn’t enjoy his profession. He found the long hours and detail rather tiresome. The job pays well enough, so Tom rationalizes, “I work hard, I’m compensated fairly, so what if I’m not entirely satisfied? Read More >>
"Re-energizing A Stalled Career"
Managing your career in sales or any other field is similar to keeping your body in shape. Positive thinking and high-quality input will keep it healthy and growing. Just like an annual check-up ensures you're in good physical condition, it's important to monitor your career in the same way. Ask yourself at regular intervals if your career development is as it should be—or needs a new focus or energy. Read More >>
"I Can't Believe It's Happening To Me! "
The words represent just a few of the emotions you may feel when you lose your job. Even though others may know your fate, you're not likely to hear about it. Or, if the handwriting is on the wall about your department's elimination, the news may not actually sink in because we have an amazing ability to disregard unpleasant facts. Read More >>
"Prescriptions for Tough Job Search Problems"
The key to achieving your career goals rests first in knowing that you are a valuable person with a unique combination of skills and talents to offer the world, and then implementing a plan of action to identify and capitalize on that talent. The following stories are based on real-life challenges and their solutions. Read More >>
