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Career development plans of the past have been way overrated. You are promised one thing and you end up without being selected for the job, or maybe even for an interview. Would you like to know the real success secrets used by working women and men to get the job promotion? Read on to discover tips and tools to do just that. Most career pros will train you on how to revise your resume, steps to preparing for an interview, and other basic skills you need to compete in the workplace.

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I heard the saddest thing the other day in a restaurant. At a nearby table a mom admonished her young daughter, “Stop playing pretend so much! Stop making things up. People won’t know when you’re pretending or when you’re being yourself.”

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While this may sound like a strange question, it is one that I get asked often. Since we are all looking for opportunities for greater success, networking might be a skill we might want to learn. In this post, I’ll take a look at some of the reasons for our inability to connect with others and how we might be able to overcome them. It’s not hard to understand why it’s important to be able to network. A quick look at the job situation in March shows that we are about 30,000 jobs short of what we need to keep up with our growing US population.

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Staying motivated throughout the life of your career is challenging to say the least. There are so many forces that will drive you away from career satisfaction. The major problem is that we are always changing. I don’t just mean you will change, I also mean that your environment will change as well. I hear arguments all the time that you need to make sure you have a good “fit” for the new company you want to join. While I agree with this idea, it’s important to understand that organizations change too.

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Too often we confuse our expectations with our aspirations. You may know it as expecting too much. Career dissatisfaction results from a misalignment of these two factors. To stay on track, you need to only understand the difference and ask a few questions. In this article, I’ll tell you what they are. I recently asked MBA grads to tell me how the degree has met their expectations. I wanted to know specifically what they sought and where the expectations came from. What are your expectations? You think of one, now. Quick.

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Like Robert Langdon in The Da Vinci Code, Laura from my career empowerment group has honed her innate ability to find patterns in things that are out of order. She can look at a desk, a closet, the trunk of a car, or an entire household, and know instinctively how to organize it so it makes sense. Laura is brilliant – a creative person in every cell of her being, which explains the hipness you detect when you meet her for the first time. She was born with an innate curiosity to make sense of the world.

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Surely you know that a job interview requires preparation and research. We often spend hours and hours practicing answering the most common questions. Yet, our greatest keys to success come from asking only a few questions prior to the interview. In this post, I’ll present three key questions that you must ask to set the stage for your interview preparation, as well as give you the competitive advantage you need to win each conversation. A job interview brings with it great tension. Mostly due to the barrage of unknown questions, for which success requires brilliant riposte.

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Here’s a story that might keep you up at night. I was talking with a client who had graduated with his MBA just a year ago. He was upset that things had not changed for him in his current company. No raise. No promotion. No new opportunities. In fact, no one even recognized that he earned his MBA. “My job doesn’t require an MBA but I have one. Now I worry that my current employer will see me as overqualified, likely to get bored and leave, further damaging my career mobility,” he explained.

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In a recent breakfast discussion with college students, I was asked why personal branding has become a requirement for future opportunities. My immediate response was “technology.” Years ago companies would sift through a stack of resumes trying to find that one perfect candidate. Then, populations grew. Unemployment was low but the numbers of unemployed was larger. The stack got bigger and bigger. Then, the employed weren’t happy. The stack grew even bigger.

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Going through a midlife career change is tough enough. Having ADD and going through a midlife career change can be a lot tougher. ADD can make both the process of deciding on a new career and the actual choice of career more difficult. ADD and the Midlife Career Change Process

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What allows someone to achieve the results they desire in the workplace – or in life - while others strive, but stop short of their dreams? I believe it revolves around choice. Sometimes we make a conscious choice to let our dreams go, but more often, it’s the choices at the unconscious level that sabotages our efforts at success. When I think of my experiences coaching people over the last twenty-five years, those who experience greater success and happiness have blazed their own trail and made choices aligned with what they want and expect from life.

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It’s hard to imagine that your values play a big role in the level of success you achieve in your career, but they do. In a recent session with Mike, a finance guy with a high tech company here in Atlanta, we were able to highlight how a simple misalignment of values can impede career mobility. Mike had been at this company for 4.5 years and had seen some success early on but had somehow reached a plateau. He did get one promotion that made him head of his department. He was happy then.

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We’ve all heard the staggering statistics regarding employee engagement – less than 25 percent of our workforce shows up on Monday morning excited about work. By the way, those statistics represent the optimistic viewpoint. Some say employee engagement could be as low as 19 to 11 percent.(1) Regardless of what number you land on, it means too many people are physically showing up for work, but leaving their best self at home.

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He’s a thin man; a cowboy in tight jeans, standing in front of me with his hands in his pockets. We’re having a conversation when I realize that he’s dying; he has advanced cancer and is pretending not to know it. “You need to go into the hospital,” I explain. ...

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In a meeting with an alumni group, a young man stands up and tells me his “MBA is broken.” He goes on to say that it hasn’t done anything for his career. My response to him was that the MBA is blind. Of course, the expression on his face was pure bewilderment. As I began to elaborate on that comment, his expression changed drastically. Here’s what I offered to help him understand the issue with the MBA’s vision.

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I’m standing on a beach surrounded by a vast expanse of dark sand for as far as I can see. Gulls are squawking in the distance. I’m looking into my father’s watery blue eyes. He’s animated and young, explaining something to me with more passion tha I ever saw in the last ...

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Sometimes I try to imagine that I’m a young MBA aspirant (again) in the midst of an investigation of the value of the MBA in today's marketplace. Is it worth it or not? If you take a look around at some of the press the MBA gets, you might get more confused. Let’s take a look at some of the stories and see if we can shed some light on the topic.

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When I work with clients, I see their gifts and potentials and what they came here to do. I also see their departed loved ones, who come to the session to offer guidance. This information comes to me as photographic images, words, and strong feelings that I transmit directly to my clients. I ...

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My latest interview brings you phenomenal insight into what it takes to become a change leader in a world that is full of change. In this interview, we talk with Dr. Samuel Chand. As a Dream Releaser, Dr. Samuel R. Chand serves Pastors, ministries and businesses as a Leadership Architect and Change strategist. Dr. Chand has served as senior Pastor, college President, Chancellor and President Emeritus.

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PS – We’re downsizing and won’t be needing you anymore. Have a great Year! Did you know that you arrived on earth with a built-i GPS device embedded inside of you? You programmed it before you were born. It contains all the directions you’ll ever need in this lifetime. It’s designed to get ...

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A critical step for success when exploring a midlife career change is going through a process of clarifying your top-most values. Without a crystal clear understanding of YOUR personal principles and priorities, you’re almost guaranteed to live a life of frustration and disappointment. It is probable that your past choices have been based on what other people value – your parents, teachers and the culture you live in. But enthusiasm for your life will only come when you follow your internal key values. What is a value?

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I See Your Dream Job: Confessions of a Psychic Career Coach By Sue Frederick When I work with clients, I see their gifts and potentials; what they came here to do; the careers they would love; and where they should live. This information comes to me as photographic images and strong messages ...

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Getting A Message From Beyond By Sue Frederick, author of Dancing at Your Desk It’s 2 a.m., and I’m sound asleep when suddenly there’s a strange and very large man standing right beside my bed – about a foot away. He’s wearing jeans, a dark t-shirt, and an unbuttoned flannel plaid shirt. He’s ...

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Very few argue with the power of networking and its potential impact on your career. Most professionals, especially MBAs, have access to groups and associations, both professional and social. To understand how we should go about selecting these groups and associations for membership, we’ve tapped into the expertise of Gail Romero to give you a few more reasons why you need to engage, attend and learn within an association. We'll also learn how to choose one to join.

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Achieving the success we want is probably one of the most difficult challenges we’ll ever face in our lifetime. For most of us, success is often a moving target. Our current perception of our needs almost always sits center stage, giving direction to our internal focus. I say perception because we do relinquish our definition of “enough” at times and listen to others who tell us success requires more than what we have. Unfortunately, we are influenced by our surroundings. Some give in to exte al stressors and blame them for our inability to achieve our goals.

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If you are unhappy with your work situation, you may be wondering, "Should I get a new job or should I change careers entirely?" That is a very important question to answer; going through a midlife career change takes a lot more time and effort than looking for a new job.

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For Baby Boomers the decision to make a midlife career change can come as a result of various reasons. Some of those reasons are described below:

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Top 10 Reasons to Stop Facing Reality By Sue Frederick, author of Dancing at Your Desk and BrilliantDay:7 Steps to Turn Your Day Aroundnn “You need to face reality!” How often have you heard that? How often have you said that while talking yourself out of pursuing a dream career? From now on, ...

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Have you ever heard of a Gremlin? A Gremlin is a nasty little monster that rides around on our shoulder all day whispering or talking or yelling all sorts of negative things into our ear. It says things like “Who do you think you are?” “You don't deserve to be successful,” or “You are such a failure.”

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Are feelings and thoughts enough to create the things we want in life? In 2006, the bestselling movie and book entitled The Secret gained widespread popularity by telling us just that. If we declare our intentions and step into the emotions of already receiving what we desire, the result will manifest itself. I’m not here to debunk the notion, but to share what they forgot to tell you. You have to take action. That’s right — you have to be prepared do something.

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Immigrants have to make Sacrifices By Vikki Mungre – Immigrant Coach Canada is a wonderful place to migrate to and settle down. A great place to have your kids grow up in a Global Scenario with a broader perspective on many issues. A country where you will meet people from different ethnicities, culture, religion and race. Hence, Canada is open to a lot of immigration from all over the world. What happens when you land here? Are you prepared?

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We want fast food, speedy customer service, instant messaging and expedited payments. And yet, there is something about the familiar that wants us to stay connected to Freud’s old paradigm that healing, forgiveness, and letting go of old beliefs is an arduous task that will take years. So, when I declare I offer a new type of coaching that allows people to achieve more of what they want...faster...some folks get skeptical. And, that is exactly what happened at the TEDx event last night.

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Middle-aged. What a crappy way to be described. Middle-age is for OLD people. At least, that's what most of us thought as we stepped out into the working world, once upon a time. As we built our careers, got married, had babies, middle-age still seemed like a dungeon in the distance. And then one day it happened. We became middle-aged. Knowing that we had to accept this new moniker, we put a positive spin on it and decided to embrace our "wisdom," our newly discovered "inner peace," and our readiness to "give back" to the world.

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The statistic alone tells an interesting story—it’s estimated that 75 percent of folks wake-up on Monday morning uninspired about what they do for a living. In response to this epidemic, a plethora of experts, consultants and coaches are making their living telling us how to solve this unfortunate phenomenon. Most of the advice, I believe, isn’t getting to the root cause of why so many individuals aren’t able to bring their hearts to the office. We are afraid.

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Who hasn’t set a New Year’s resolution or declared a commitment to change some small aspect of who they are—only to disappoint themselves a few days later? We promise ourselves we will be more patient, positive, or forgiving. We vow to work out or show up on time, but still find ourselves with a stockpile of experiences that fuel the myth that change is hard. Let me tell you why this saga feels true, and how to make change easier.

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People have problems; they’re a reality of living life. However, most people are trying to solve problems at the level of the symptom, while the disease goes untreated. I’m going to tell you how to determine if the action you take is only solving the symptom while the root-cause is left untreated and left to manifest more problems again in the future.

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Are you Ready for Your Protean Career? In a recent Blog post Seth Godin talked about the 'Forever Recession (and the coming revolution)'. It is a fascinating and timely post that you can read more about here http://sethgodin.typepad.com/seths_blog/2011/09/the-forever-recession.html This recession seems different from any over the past almost 100 years. It appears that systemic and fundamental changes are underway in our economy. The question individuals should be asking is what do these changes mean for my career and for my children's future careers?

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Creating future leaders for business is on the verge of becoming a crisis. Three reasons reign supreme on the subject: it limits power and threatens the future, companies aren’t good at it and the qualities of tomorrow’s leader are nothing short of the modern day Da Vinci.

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Most people today understand that our childhood shapes how we see, experience and respond to the world around us. So much so, it’s easy to assume someone who’s subjected to a challenging upbringing is at risk for carrying unwanted protective “baggage” into adulthood. And yet, we now know that a design flaw of the brain can easily misinterpret even the most benign of childhood experiences into scary memories that can hold us captive for a lifetime.

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CONTENTS 1. Stigma and shame 2. Regrets 3. Detective obsession 4. Telling the story 5. Keeping control of feelings 6. Odd ways to sooth 7. Filling the void 8. Creating a grieving ritual 9. Individualized grieving process 10. Blaming and family conflict 11. Parental grief Introduction

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One of the toughest things a graduate has to do is to find suitable work. The big question is….where? In this post, we’ll take a look at where corporate recruiters say the best places are to search for a job if you’re a 2010 MBA graduate.

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Many aspiring executives flock to business schools to obtain the coveted MBA degree. Optimism oozes out of every pore, while visions of money, promotions, raises and opportunities dance in their head. Then, graduation comes. Uncertainty and doubt flood the mind as reality begins to take hold. They have to find a job and work now. For most MBA graduates, it’s not a daunting task. However, the trends are starting to change and show stress in the market, even for the MBA graduates.

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I decided to be a modern day heretic when my lifetime of professional and personal experiences told me we are going about career fulfillment all wrong. I concluded we don’t need more free sodas, flex hours, or a louder declaration that bringing our strengths to work can solve today’s biggest business dilemma. These are analogous to putting lipstick on a pig, because none address the real reasons we can’t love work. We are afraid.

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When you hear the words “career test,” do you roll your eyes in skepticism? In the past, you may have answered a battery of multiple choice questions, but the results were not helpful in directing your path or increasing your self-knowledge. The “test” may have even indicated that you should be a bus driver or join the military. On the other hand, you may have hope that this career test is somewhat magical in that it will clarify all your ambiguity and unequivocally point you in the ideal direction. Sorry to burst your bubble, but neither of these positions is quite accurate.

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Have you noticed lately that the person you’ve been worshiping isn’t as “perfect” or “together” as they seem? Take that friend you envy for her freelance writing career, for example. You see her & think “Someone can make a living as a writer? Awesome!” You might have even been thinking of her when you set-up your blog & started posting, or submitted yourself to write for an online paper. But one fateful day, you discover that she has a trust fund in the bank & her writing gigs don’t sustain her. (Record comes to a screeching halt).

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In today’s economy, many people who have very specific skill sets are having a hard time landing a regular gig. Some of these people have the mindset necessary to work for themselves and are becoming contractors, either on an on-going basis or for specific projects. Some have one client, some have many (having many of course spreads the risk; but, this could also dilute one’s ability to successfully serve one or two very demanding (and potentially very profitable clients).

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Last month, I attended a pretty fantabulus webinar where Seth Godin, marketing genius guru extraordinaire deity, was interviewed about career stability in relation to the launch of his new book, Linchpin. While I’ve yet to read the book, I knew that the overall message was that you need to make yourself indespensible by becoming an expert (read: forsake all other things besides the One Thing). As a Creative, my ears perked up & my brows furrowed when I heard this.

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There are a lot of single people out there. I interact with them everyday, hell, I am one! What I’ve learned in my own dating and relationship life is that single people are single for three reasons: • you wanna be • your relationship just ended • there’s no one for you to date (or so you think) The wannabes. If you’re one of the few people who are happy and excited (like me) to be single, then you’re part of the wannabes. You’re at stage in your life where you’d rather focus your time and attention on other things rather than dating or finding a life partner.

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No one ever wants to find themselves involuntarily unemployed. It’s a horrible feeling to get the news, to wonder about the bills, what to tell family and friends, and how hard it can be to land a new gig. It strips away part of one’s identity in many cases, especially if someone has been with the same organization for years. But, there are some things that are upsides to unemployment:

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Ace the Phone Interview!! Many recruiters use the phone interview as a quick and efficient method of screening potential candidates. While at first glance, it may seem that this is an easier way to be interviewed, in many ways, it is in fact much more difficult. The phone interview derives from a hiring manager reviewing your resume or other application materials and determining that you may be a good fit for a role that is available or that may become available. This is great: it means that your resume did its job and got you the interview.

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Careers are funny things. We spend the early parts of our lives learning through experience and discovery.

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There are many common mistakes that people make on their resumes. These mistakes are often fatal. As the primary introductory marketing document for your job search. these are items to avoid: An "Objective" statement. This is all fluff, and most recruiters and hiring mangers don't even both to read it. Poor grammar: there is no excuse for poor grammar. Be careful about relying too heavily on spell and grammar check - there are many variations of the same words that have vastly different meanings, spellings, usages, and the like. A resume that reads like a tombstone.

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Keep Motivated During Your Position Search It can be very frustrating during a job search, especially an extended search, to stay motivated and on track. It’s very easy to become undisciplined and unfocused, especially as the financial and emotional toll of an extended search mounts. There are some tips that can help to keep you focused an on track, and that can help you stay upbeat, and keep your position top of mind with those around you. Think back to the last political campaign you followed or know about. How did you come to know anything about the candidate or the issue?

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Overcome Your Job Search Competition In today’s highly competitive job search market, anything that gives you a legitimate edge is worthwhile to use in your job search. Below are a number of items that you can use, today, in your job search to help you overcome the completion. • Research Your Target Companies: this point can’t be more important in today’s market.

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So, What’s Important When Thinking About Your Resume And A Career Change? Finding a gig in this economy is tough by any measure. Finding one when trying to change careers is even tougher. But, the good news is that it’s not impossible; in fact, with the right coaching , writing, and planning, it can be done!! Let’s look at what a career changer should be thinking about: • Before you can start to network, write a new resume, and the like, you have to know what you’ve done, and where you want to go. Sounds easy. Often isn’t.

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I spent over 15 years working in higher education, 13 of which were in residence life. This meant that there were several times of year when I spent more time on campus getting ready for students to arrive tha I did with my family. It wasn't uncommon during August to work until 1 a.m. some nights, getting projects done in my residence hall commons so we would being ready for Fall Arrival and Welcome Week. Every year, I said “I am not going to do this to myself,” and every year, that promise to myself and my family fell flat on its face, exhausted, sighing, and maybe even snoring.

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Every August, new faculty and staff arrive on campus, to begin their new jobs. The month is packed full of meetings and preparations, and soon enough fades into memory, as freshman orientation passes, classes begin, and at some schools, football and tailgating roll into town. For new staff and faculty, the excitement soon gives way to routines and normalcy, and eventually, a feeling of being at home. But what should you do if September rolls around, and despite all your best efforts, you still don't have a job? First, don't give up.

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“What is a marketing?” is a commonly asked question. Here’s a simple answer that you can take action on immediately in order to increase your sales. Marketing is what you do to get interested people in front of you. Sales is what you do when you have a prospect on the phone, or standing in front of you. Several years ago, I used to be really confused between the two terms until a leading marketing consultant offered that simple distinction. If you’re asking a question about marketing you’re probably interested in how to increase sales.

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If you work in higher education, you are probably already a pretty successful person, and have some pretty good ideas about where you want to go in life. Teaching positions require graduate education, and many administrative posts also require at least a master's degree.

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Irreconcilable differences are the reason commonly cited for divorce. It is very disheartening to see two people, who immensely loved each other, shared happiness and sorrow, been together for a fairly long time, decide to part ways.

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I've taken some time this month to clean out my Gmail, the main goal being to have a completely empty Inbox. I went through each email one by one, adding it to my Gmail Task List and/or archiving it away, until I got to the very last entry. It was labeled "journal" & dated 12/14/06.

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As ironic as it sounds, the day before I published my newsletter with the article Jobs Suck (about how I hate career coaches who exist to “find you your next job” ("job" should be a 4-letter word!) or “fix your resume” (eye roll)) , I found myself spending two hours cleaning up one of my favorite client's - you guessed it - resume. Suzy (not her real name – confidentiality, people!) spent 11 sessions working with me to figure out what she wanted to be when she grew up, since she was conditioned to believe that everyone has just one path to travel down.

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Literature on divorce and its impact on young children and adolescents is voluminous. To a lesser extent, there is some literature specific to college age students. Even longitudinal studies commonly end during the college age years. But what about the offspring that are twenty-three years or older when their parents first divorce? With the increase in baby boomer divorces, there is an increase in children seeing the family they have known for decades, dissolve. These are the adult children of gray divorce, parents divorcing after decades of marriage.

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Divorce cases consist of a series of significant, consequential judgments that can affect one or both spouses. Questions about child custody, and property division are usually the highlights of a case. In some cases, however, the judge can include it as a stipulation in a family court ruling. Spousal financial aid in some jurisdictions - is the obligation of one spouse to pay the other spouse after everything is finalized. Although the details vary from case to case, it is usually awarded so that one spouse can maintain the lifestyle they had before separation.

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If you have a problem with how pudgy your stomach seems and can't seem to flatten it with exercise and dieting, it is time for you to start thinking about getting an abdominoplasty. This is a procedure that will enable you to a have slimmer abdomen without all of the stress and sacrifice that comes with dieting and exercise. It is very safe and the results you get are immediate. If you are not really sure if this procedure is right for you, start looking for plastic surgeons that you can meet with for more information.

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There are many men and women in this world who have all the confidence in the world. Every time they look at themselves in front of the mirror, they cannot help but to feel impressed with how truly special and amazing they are. It would be nice if all of us in this giant world could feel the same way when we look in the mirror, but the fact of that matter is, not even close to all of us feel amazing about ourselves when we look into the mirror. In fact, a lot of us just feel downright awful about ourselves.

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The main focus is on self-improvement, self-healing (nourishment or recovery), self-realization and self-love, social interactions, the consequences of others, spiritual awakening, and/or animals or pets. Since you will be not able to management exterior conditions, you will recognize that you just must transform internally, so you will want to revise your perspective as well as the way you respond or deal with exactly what is taking place.

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Dealing with Stubborn Persons

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The corporate lessons I learned still reverberate today. Having done “time” in non-profit and now cultivating my own business, I certainly look back with fondness on my days of the corporate credit card and limitless cell phone plan. Where did the bills go? We didn’t know. They just got paid. Even so, my time in the insurance industry was definitely not cupcakes and rainbows. It did, however, provide me with critical business and life learning. I’d like to share with you a few of my corporate lessons learned along the way. 1.Give them what they want, not what they ask for

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Spending so much of my time reviewing CVs from people who are clearly in need of CV writing guidance is very frustrating. Why isn't it obvious to them that their CV won't work? Why can't people see it's too long winded and boring? Of course the answer lies in the fact that they only have their own CV to consider and it's a matter of pride - and quite fascinating to them - to be able to fill 7 pages all about themselves. But does anyone else really care? Who needs that level of detail to decide whether an interview should be offered?

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Would like to rework how you experience? Need to deal with it right away? Try this - get up and full five star jumps, smile and shout "I come to feel terrific" five occasions. You would possibly choose to check out this from the comfort and ease of your own residence quicker than within the middle of the frantic office. Alright you would possibly feel a bit daft however you will come to feel improved. You can expect to have smiled and moved, you've got explained to your head and also your overall body "this is a thing else". Your thoughts and body are inextricably linked.

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Divorce is never easy. When you do not get along with your spouse, you cannot wait to get this divorce done and over with. However, once you are actually divorced and separated, you face new challenges. You have to get used the fact that you are no longer part of a partnership. The face that you used to see everyday is no longer there. Things that were your spouse's responsibility around the household are now your responsibility. For some people, survival after marriage separation is tough to get used to.

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Chances are, if you're reading this article, you're a creative type in one way or another. You might be an artist, a writer, a knitter, a dancer, a musician, a sculptor, an actor, a quilter, a painter or a singer. You might be a director, a filmmaker, a stage manager, a photographer, or a graphic designer. You might be a seamstress, a baker, a candlestick maker...OK, you get my point. Chances are, you've had a day job.

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Although interview preparation is everything it's sad to say that perhaps as many as half of all interviewers you’re going to meet will be unprepared or incompetent. It’s not all their fault, it's just lack of interview preparation time or responsibility; some of them will be co-opted at the last minute to meet you and won’t have had time to prepare. However there are those who just think they’re great interviewers and fly by the seat of their pants!! It’s not all bad news though; you can turn this to your advantage.

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Do you want to find out how to make a man want you? While it doesn't involve any love potions or magic spells, it does involve some common sense, a lot of confidence, and several tricks of the trade. Despite the fact that every man out there is unique, you need to understand that there are several things that will turn off every single man out there. Here are 3 myths that you shouldn't believe in order to make a man want you in no time. Myth Number One: Men Prefer "Those Kinds of Girls".

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Divorce hearings are key determinants of how successful you will be in your settlement. If you or your ex-spouse couldn't come up with a suitable agreement and ended up going to trial, then it is the hearings that will decide who gets custody over your child, how assets will be divided, and how much will be paid as alimony. However, it could also be one of the most nerve-wracking and emotionally-tolling experiences you will ever have if you don't adequately prepare yourself. Being thoroughly prepared-mentally and emotionally-will determine how successful the divorce hearing will be for you.r

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There are a number of components in your birth chart that can determine what your Zodiac Traits will show. These character traits are primarily based on solar signs and may give you an insight into your character. Each zodiac sign has a particular personality trait and as you read into any publication, you'll discover how these Zodiac Traits relate with reference to relationships and emotions towards family and friends.

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The majority of the articles I read list tell-tale strategies on how to win your ex-girlfriend back. Some of the suggestions are really good and logical. However, a select few sound very vague. It seems like everything boils down to luck and chance. Winning your ex-girlfriend back is not only about waiting for her to approach you or enticing her from a distance. It involves serious thinking. It involves being realistic about the conditions in front of you. It involves taking logical decisions you won't regret in future.

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Spending eight hours in an office, day after day, has the ability to slip into and influence every aspect of an employee's life, and a marriage is no exception. Could a person's career choice directly determine how likely they are to divorce? Professor emeritus at Radford University Mike Aamodt, Ph.D., and one of his undergraduate students, Shawn McCoy, posed that very question in their pioneering study. The results showed that certain occupations have a higher rate of divorce than others.

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Is astrology evil? Does checking my horoscope constitute a religious violation of some sort? If so... how so? And what about psychic readings, or speaking to a medium or spiritual advisor before making an important life decision? Is that okay... or is that something that is frowned on by organized religion? Any of these questions sound familiar? If you are anything like the thousands of people who have asked EXACTLY this prior to seeking out astrological or spiritual advice, this article was written with YOU in mind! Curious to know more? Continue reading as we take a closer look below!

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Tired of dating and looking for a more committed relationship? The challenge is, how can you find a worthy fellow and keep in interested in you when every other female is on the prowl for him? You can't very well lock him up. Start By Loving Yourself This is a really effective method to make sure your guy stays interested in you. The media has all but destroyed a woman's self esteem by putting ridiculous and unachievable standards out there, so we can't always view ourselves as attractive and sexy.

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Today’s job market is unlike any job market since the Great Depression. With off shoring, outsourcing, economic uncertainty, the prospect of deflation in many sectors of the economy, finding a position, much less a career, is a huge challenge in today’s world. Saying so is an understatement, to say the least.

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We are, once again, in the aftermath of the Winter Holiday Season and recovery and resolutions are everywhere. This time of the year can be so stressful for everyone, perhaps even more so, to families adjusting to divorce. Newly single-again parents have been struggling to bring the joy and security of the holidays to family and friends.

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As a struggling actress, I knew that in order to feed/clothe myself & keep a roof over my head, I had to take as many day jobs as I had limbs. These day jobs equaled money, and comfort, and a Girls Night Out or two. Even though I was auditioning every spare second I had, and taking almost every acting job that was offered to me, those gigs never (I repeat: NEVER) paid the rent. When I think back on the 5 years post-collage that I focusing on acting, there are only two jobs that I can recollect that actually paid my bills.

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As we move into the middle of the first week back at work for most folks, let’s look at what’s necessary to land a position – the basics: • Know your target. A scattershot approach will never work. Evaluate what your passion is (or what you think it is if you’re just starting out and don’t yet know or are changing careers) and focus on that. Identify organizations that offer you the ability to fulfill your passion. • Ensure that your resume is up to date. Most importantly, make sure it is error free. There is NO excuse for errors on your resume. None. Zero. Nada.

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MORE ABOUT RECOGNIZING THE INNER CRITIC If you are thinking too much and circling an issue and thoughts are going round and round in your head and you feel there is no escape. CHANCES ARE the Inner Critic has you in his grasp. If there is a voice saying, Don’t be - too loud too quiet - too soft too hard - too fat too thin - too smart too dumb. It’s there’s an Inner Critic in your head.

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The same set of standards apply to both groups. This is the time of year to evaluate or re-evaluate where you are and where you want to be. As the economy continues to struggle, it is especially important now to get a bearing on where you are in your career. • Finding a new job is hard work. So hard, in fact, that it should take up at least 40 hours per week, just like a regular job – if you have a regular job, you might get by with a little less, but not much.

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When you are considering a divorce it seems that all you can think about is what's going to happen if you stay or if you go. You are plagued with an un-ending supply of "what if " You are unhappy with the way things are and you wish things were the way they were when you first fell in love. When your in the considering stage of divorce this is the time that you need to truly evaluate what the real problem is. In most cases, so much has been said and done to bring you to this point that you can barely remember what started it all.

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Get the keys that help millions unlock the door to an exciting, passionate life and also transcend typical baggage of divorce in Part 1 highlights of my radio conversation for A Lasting Love with Janet Bray Attwood. Janet is the NY Times Bestselling Co-Author of The Passion Test - Discovering the Effortless Path To Your Destiny. She's helped millions of people find the easy, exciting path to the life you love.

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"Families break up when they get hints you don't intend and miss hints that you do."(Robert Frost) Nowadays we witness many cases where couples breakup or divorce and it often comes as a surprise to us, because until that moment we had no clue about it. Still, there are always warning signs that the level of emotional intensity has risen dangerously and that a storm is imminent.

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I’ve been encountering a super bad four letter word lately, spoken by both my clients & myself. The word ain’t s*** or f*** or even crap-tastic. No. The word is safe. And it’s as bad as any of the words I just listed. Now, when I think of safe, I think of sleepiness & hugs & hot cocoa & being with those I love & not being hurt & being invulnerable & fuzzy teddy bears & big down comforters. If I look at it as one cold winter day, a smile comes to my face. But if I look at it as a state of being, I see it as scary. Yes, scary. And boring. And stagnant.

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Clients often ask for a reading list to help not only themselves but their children understand and manage their emotions during this time.Here is a list of some books that you may find helpful: For the adult going through divorce... Rebuilding: When Your Relationship Ends by Bruce Fisher Rebuilding Workbook: When Your Relationship Ends by Bruce Fisher

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Most people get into a marriage with the hope and wish of a forever and lasting relationship. However, divorce does not resonate with this philosophy. It no longer rhymes with this wishful thinking. The anger you feel in during your divorce process is in part due to grieving of a loss of relationship, dream, and the hurt. People express grief in various ways-crying, sharing the details of the events, expressing the myriad of emotions and memories in writing and talking about it.

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The Meeting Behind the Meeting By Ruth Haag When we were having our buildings restored, we had four separate contractors on the site. One day I arrived, and the carpenters told me why they were working on a different room from their plan for the day; it was because they were making room for the plumbers. I asked how they had come to this agreement, since none of the contractors had worked together before.

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"The only investors staying the course are those with a broken compass." -- from an ad for BNY Mellon When I saw this ad it immediately made me think about people who enter and/or stay in unhealthy, unhappy relationships. Some people seem to have a broke Relationship Compass. They enter relationships with people they shouldn't be with or they stay in relationships they shouldn't stay in. Let's look at some of the reasons this happens.

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If all couples contemplating marriage were required by law to undergo mandatory pre-marriage counseling, with special emphasis on maturity and relationships, "divorce" would be a word used in hushed tones in civilized societies. Instead, not only is it a common place word but it is also a ominous reminder of the dissolution of nearly half of all marriages that take place. It is bad news when you consider that 50% of all couples marrying today have no more than a fifty-fifty chance of being together 5-7 years from now.

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If you are going through a divorce, then you understand that it is an emotional time in your life. No matter why you are separating from your spouse, it is a difficult and draining process. It is very important that you take the steps necessary to protect your emotional and physical health during this time. Here are a few tips to help you cope with the strains of a divorce. Acknowledge Your Feelings

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As the economy slowly begins to improve, more positions will become available. One of the key processes in any hiring process is the reference check. This process can make or break your candidacy for a position. Key points to consider: • If you only contact your references when you need them to be a reference, you may find them to be lukewarm in their enthusiasm about you. References, in addition to being fantastic networking sources, are like plants: they have to be watered and nurtured. Keep in touch – even if just at holidays or birthdays; preferably once per quarter.

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Hiring a Life coach has been considered a short term process, usually because people are encouraged to consult a coach only when and if they have a really burning issue they have to deal with, whether it is about relationships, career, mental health, financial, weight, spiritual and more. At Coaching Interactive we believe everyone deserves the right to have a Life coach and that this partnership should be for life.

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Over the last several years, there has been a proliferation of social networking technologies and platforms. Some have morphed into more “social” than “networking”; however, you never know where your next lead will come from, so it pays to be open about all of the platforms. One (of many) key rules about social networking: if you play to “get”, you won’t get very far. As you “get”, you have to “give” (ideally, you would “give” before you would “get”).

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Is there a shortage of men in this world? Sometimes it sure seems that way. You've noticed one or two good prospects. When will they take notice of you? How can you get him to notice you without embarrassing yourself and looking needy and desperate? Scary behavior will only send him running to the hills before you can reveal the awesome creature you are. 1. Be a Coquette

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Clients who are divorcing or just divorced frequently find it is very difficult to get through the weekends, especially at first. That was a "together" time where things were done as a couple or as a family. Here are five tips to help you adjust to a different lifestyle: 1) Have a plan in place for either Saturday or Sunday by the Wednesday before.

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If you and your spouse are getting a divorce, then you may be searching for the best way to resolve your problems and divide up your shared estate, without having to go before a court of law. Divorce mediation is way for the both of you to sit down together, outside of a court of law to discuss how to properly divide up your assets and dissolve your marriage. In some cases this can make the entire divorce process go smoother and be less stressful. What Exactly Does Mediation Involve?

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You just broke up with your boyfriend. You are sad that things didn't work out the way you had planned. You love him dearly and miss him every day. After wrapping up your relationship, when you sat down to think of what went wrong, you realized that the reason for the break-up was very trivial. How you wish you could have set things right. But the anger and ego prevailed to ruin everything. If only it was possible to get him back! So, is there any chance to make your ex-boyfriend want you back? Yes, of course. However, there are some tips to follow, and I've listed a few of them below.

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Breakups are bad. Bitter divorces are worse. When it's over you may get the urge to want to dance around in your living room rejoicing about your newfound freedom from the loon who made your life a living hell. You may also feel the need to want to talk to someone or write a song about it. Whatever you decide to do in terms of expressing your thoughts or feelings, it's best to tread lightly, especially if you have children.

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It is common for adults thinking about filing for divorce to be overwhelmed with emotion and anxiety. A divorce is a major life event, and making the decision to pursue this option can be stressful. However, whether you are still thinking about pursuing divorce or have already finalized your decision to move forward with it, you should call a private detective for assistance. There are multiple ways that the services of a private investigator may benefit you. A Financial Investigation

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Writing a CV is more than just listing your past jobs; your CV writing skill can be the key to winning a new job, so if you need help with your CV it may be more cost efficient to get a professional CV writer on the case. The professional CV writer recognizes that what works best is a CV that is easy to read, so cramming too much information on the page is out, as is using jargon that people do not understand. If the reader can easily follow what has been written, it makes their job quicker and in turn you are more likely to be the one called in for an interview.

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When writing an effective executive level CV you must be aware of the greater demands and responsibilities placed upon the executive as compared to the other levels of employee in an organization. To be an executive is to hold the authority to act on behalf of the business in ways that may affect the organization without any restraint other than the executive's frame of reference as it sits within the company policy. Although an executive may be broadly aligned to the same competency framework as other employees, the difference is in the level of competence required and this is what must

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"The world's a playground. You know that when you are a kid, but somewhere along the way everyone forgets it." - Allison in Yes Man Last week, I finally got to see Yes Man, the romantic comedy starring Jim Carrey. I remember the hulabaloo around the coaching community when this movie came out, praising it for the message it sent: say Yes to everything! Yes to party invites from the nerdy boss! Yes to mail-order wives! Yes to giving homeless men rides to deserted parks at night! Personal safety aside, I know that the overall message resonated with a lot of people.

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In the last 4 ½ years, I have found two common obstacles that small business owners face when looking to develop an effective internet marketing strategy. The first is lack of time to devote to developing a plan. The second is the lack of skill necessary to put a real strategy together that produces more targeted traffic to the website and conversions of website visitors into buyers. They may be implementing numbers of things, but there's no connectedness to all of the individual pieces.

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There are many benefits to stretching out of our comfort zones... here are just a few. Which ones speak to you? Build Confidence in Yourself How important is confidence in our quest for happiness and fulfillment in our lives? In my past, I had little confidence in myself. I was often fearful ...

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“Why survive when you can thrive?” asks Paula Pagano, one of San Francisco’s leading real estate brokers and author of Secrets of a Top Salesperson – How Emotions Make or Break the Sale. After years of pounding the pavement, dealing with challenging clients, and overcoming numerous obstacles, ...

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The core competencies must be there in order for you to get the interview in the first place but, your attitude during the interview will be what ultimately gets you accepted or rejected for the position. If it was as simple as, "I can do the job", there would be no need for an interview in the ...

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Definitio This is the process by which you consistently contact the leads that you generate. Simple yet Profound When I ask an Agent the question, “Do you contact all of the Web leads you generate?” Most Agents tell me that they do not. Do you follow up on all the ad calls and sign call ...

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Discussions of home energy savings usually focus on using less energy to heat and cool a house, in order to achieve a lower utility bill. We like that, too, but we also like to think about how many days each year we can be independent of energy use in our home and office. We ask ourselves, ...

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Imagine that you are an employer that has recently run a print or online job ad. You are short-handed, behind schedule, and now find yourself inundated with hundreds of resumes in response to a single job opening. Your first priority is to begin eliminating applicants. But, there is no way you ...

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Imagine that you are an employer that has recently run a print or online job ad. You are short-handed, behind schedule, and now find yourself inundated with hundreds of resumes in response to a single job opening. Your first priority is to begin eliminating applicants. But, there is no way you ...

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Results Coach or Life Coach In the last decade coaches have become as popular as PDA’s or iPods. How do you choose the right coach for you? Once chosen how do you get the most out of the relationship. Agents have asked me these questions hundreds of times. After eleven years of coaching ...

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Finding work that you love, that also meets your financial needs, doesn't happen by accident. It requires a well-thought plan of action and an intense level of commitment. According to April 2008 figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, the length of the typical job ...

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www.RuthHaag.com ecovering From a Bad First Impression Our company is comprised of several businesses. One is our monthly newspaper, A Sandusky Bay journal, which is supported by the ads that it sells. I was teaching business seminars at a college, and decided that since I knew the ...

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Employees on either side of a large or small staff reduction (leaving or staying) suffer terribly over losing the people with whom they may have worked for as many as 10, 25, or 30+ years. You’re allowed to feel badly, to grieve. It’s a necessary process after the experience of losing your ...

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These are the first two of many Soft Market Strategies. Watch for upcoming articles that will give you winning tools for success in your market. Let’s get the facts straight. I have looked at the data. In nearly every market across the country sales volume is down significantly. ...

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We all want an incredible life and a large part of that is identifying and creating a lifestyle that suits us – finding our “best fit”. When embarking on this quest, we start out gung ho, excited about the possibilities for what we want our lives to look and feel like. We ...

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I always say, and truly believe that “anything is possible, as long as your desire is compelling and you believe it can happen.” When I think of possibilities I see a huge expanse of limitless experiences and opportunities in front of me. People and places yet to discover, things ...

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Money. Each of us has a different relationship with it. We view it differently, use it differently and think about it differently. How we experience money affects our relationships with out partners, families, and friends; and it drives our choices for our careers, environments and ...

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You worked for your company 10+ years. You have a resume somewhere, but you haven’t looked at it since the first day you joined the company. You really never needed one as you were promoted up the ranks of the organization. Since you’ve been doing the same kind of work in your profession for so ...

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A growing number of jobseekers find themselves in the midst of a long-term job search. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. jobless rate soared to a four-year high of 5.7% in July 2008 and the average job search took more than four months to net results. However, some critics would ...

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Typically, no one is trained to be a supervisor. We all have to learn how to manage people on the fly, after we are promoted into a management position. It is helpful, when learning to be a good supervisor, to keep in mind the things that past supervisors have done that you liked and those that ...

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For agents at every level from those still waiting to complete their first transaction to those closing hundreds of transactions each year, success in your career is comprised of ten systems. Overcoming every challenge and all growth in your business only occurs through your skills and ...

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As a coach, I work with many clients in transition. Some are transitioning to new careers or new environments, others new roles in work/life, and some new ways of being and doing. While changes like this can happen without help, they thrive when we have support. n Support can mean different ...

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The road to becoming a writer is not always an easy one, especially if you are not lucky enough to have a private income, or a partner who earns a good salary. If you have to earn a living, it will probably be necessary at some point to sacrifice your art to earn enough money to pay the ...

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Definitio Lead conversion is the set of communication skills and verbiage that turns your contact with leads into buyers and sellers appointments. What Gets Measured Gets Done When we discussed the first two elements of Lead Management, Lead Generation and Lead Contact, we gave you a measure ...

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You put together the perfect resume and emailed copies to five or ten of your target companies. That was several weeks ago and you haven’t heard a thing. Why haven’t any of your potential employers called? Of course, there could be any number of reasons, especially in a ...

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First of all, to fully understand and appreciate the answer, a couple of givens must be taken into account. What I believe to be the most important item for dealing with an interview successfully is, your attitude. Your attitude determines the outcome of every interview.

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At the moment Coaches are restricted to one basic method of coaching, 1 to 1. However, the telephone can become very expensive while face to face meetings have geographical limitations. Both are dependant upon the client being available when the coach is and vice versa. Embracing the internet ...

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Definitio This is your ability to find buyers and sellers and to motivate them to come to you. Research Results We have done extensive research on this every year in several markets across North America to discover the most lucrative sources of leads. The following 2005 results of that ...

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The Four Parts of Lead Management Lead Management is one of the systems we coach that are the basis of every successful career in Real Estate. Specifically Lead Management is the system that holds the greatest potential to immediately & dramatically increase your results. Regardless of your ...

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I came to North Carolina on a quest for beauty. My vision was of beautifully cared for communities with green trees, sunshine, clean streets and warmth. Beauty, to me, meant vibrancy, new, colorful, pretty exteriors, and manicured lawns. It also meant natural surroundings like trees, parks, ...

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People behave in predictable ways. If you study your co-workers for several years, you will begin to notice patterns in their behaviors. You will find that your co-workers are either: 1. Mostly conce ed about procedures 2. Mostly conce ed about people, or 3. Mostly conce ed about ...

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You probably spend as many hours at work as you do awake at home. Thus, you spend as much time with your co-workers as with your family. It is nice to be able to tell people at work important things that are going on at home. Sometimes it is nice to gain the insight of a co-worker about a ...

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Many people lead their lives from a safe, familiar, comfortable place. Their lives are good, but they are secretly wishing they could be more, do more, and experience more. They are eager to step over the threshold of comfort and out the door, yet not quite sure how to do it, or where to go ...

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“Love is a present that can be given every single day you live” That was the message I found in my fortune cookie while recently dining at a local restaurant. There are many ways that love can be given every day – in supporting our partner, adoring our pets, listening to a good friend – and ...

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Our modern messaging technology is so nice and quick that we have fallen into a too-casual usage of it, which often makes it difficult for the message recipient. This casualness has spread to meeting people face-to-face, where an assumption is made that everyone recognizes and remembers the ...

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We’ve all been to those networking events to meet ‘n greet and learn more about each others businesses. Among the attendees are people in transition – either looking for a new job or career - or recent college grads looking for their first “real job.” At these events, I usually get a smile and a ...

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Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature— the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter. - Rachel Carso What does the change of ...

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Holiday office parties are a tradition for most companies. Along with celebrating the holidays, they can provide a relaxed atmosphere in which employees can find out more about one another, and their families. However, if parties are poorly managed, they can create irritation and strife. ...

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As a small business owner, you know how important it is to hire the right person to work for you. The hiring process takes time and money away from your business, so it’s critical to ensure that you hire the right person so s/he can be an effective employee from the start. So what does it take ...

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<img margin="10px" align="right" alt="Career Crisis Cycle" src="http://www.yourcareeryourlife.com/images/stories/images/crisis_cycle.jpg" height="400" width="200">If you're spending your life in the rat race, there will be times when the lack of fulfillment reaches a “crisis” point. For example, feeling depressed or stressed... Or, if you are faced with a significant life challenge, the emotional strain will feel like a crisis.

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By choosing to make conscious career decisions now, you can ensure that the next step you make in your career, will be an enjoyable and fulfilling chapter in your career journey. Part of this process is being very clear about what you are truly passionate about, what really motivates you and what is most important to you. Often, this can be clouded by your own and other people's “BS” (Belief Systems). Let me illustrate this by giving you an example...

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Remember the adage about having an “elevator speech” or an “elevator pitch”? Same concept here. In today’s highly interwoven social networks, it’s very possible that you will run into people with whom you may want to share your job search plans. Given that your interaction is likely to take place on the “fly”, it’s a great idea to have a 30 Second Resume ready to go – and, by ready to go, I mean well thought out and well articulated, but not so rote as to be awkward like you are reading from a script. With that in mind, the same “rules” of the job search apply:r

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Are you unemployed, unhappily employed, or underemployed? If you are, this is the time to get your job search in gear. Below are some tips to help you get started:

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All of us have to network for most things in life. It’s how most business gets done. Many of us are very shy, introverted people who have a fear of networking – in person, by email, by phone, or in groups.

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In today’s economy, with double digit inflation still the case in many states and the national average just under double digits (March 2010), many job seekers wonder what to do with their resume in terms of period of unemployment. It’s a fair question, and it’s driven in large part by past perceptions about unemployment. In the past, any significant unemployment time was often seen as a reflection of the person – the thinking went something like this: “if they were that good, they wouldn’t have been laid off” or “if they were that good, they wouldn’t have been unemployed for that long”.

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Interviews are often the sticking point when it comes to being successful in job applications because it’s easy to see them as scary, daunting and as a minefield of dangers to be crossed before making it out of the interview room again. This is especially true if you’ve never had an interview before, been out of the job market for a while or feel your self-confidence is a bit battered from recent redundancy.r

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New Year Resolutions...Less or More of Everything or a Balancing Act? That is the question for you in the New Year says Nicki Parker, Life Coach, of Aspire. Less weight? More exercise? Less alcohol? More water? Less ‘junk’ food? More ‘diet’ foods? The list is endless - and how unattractive it is! Classically, New Year resolutions are about criticising and depriving yourself and that can lead to low self esteem – hardly the recipe for feeling great about yourself in the New Year or for keeping resolutions!r

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The recent 19th Commonweath Games in Delhi shows just what is achievable despite international conce s of unfinished building work, infrastructure (lack of) and the very real risk of Delhi Belly. In fact one of England’s excellent swimmers Fran Halsall encapsulated the very nature of competitive sports when she swam through the debilitating effects of Delhi Belly and still competed for her country. OK she didn’t win the medal she expected to but she still got in the pool and did her best.

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Office Etiquette – “Friends” In any office environment, people have friends with whom they feel more than just a “work relationship”. These relationships often help to facilitate work getting done by the use of informal networks, and the like. However, there are some things to watch for when dealing with work “friends”: • Just like elementary school, there are workplace bullies, gossips, hangers-on, and snitches. Sadly, this behavior never changes. Be cautious about these types of people.r

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Is your project on the path to success or to become one of the many that fail to achieve the expected benefits? The lessons I’ve learned, from the past twenty-five years of working with senior leadership of Fortune 500 corporations to prepare for enterprise-wide change, can help you avoid mistakes that can prevent your change initiative from succeeding. There are six critical requirements for success: Shared Visionr Understanding of the Full Impact to the Organizationr Effective Stakeholder Engagementr Clear, Consistent and Continual Communicationr Adequate Preparationr

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Is your project on the path to success or to becoming one of the many that fail to achieve the expected benefits? Step One, Shared Vision, was the focus of my previous article. We will now shift our focus to Step Two: Understanding the Full Change Impact to the Organization Have you identified the degree and type of changes required to realize your project’s benefits? If not, how can people be prepared when you haven’t determined what type of change to prepare them for?

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ertaintyr Changing the Way You Think About Uncertaintyr The Key to Mastering Uncertainty “Uncertainty is the only certainty there is, and knowing how to live with insecurity is the only security.” ~ John Allen Paulos It’s 4 a.m. and you’re wide awake, thinking about all the bad things that might happen in your career, relationships, and life in general.

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Here’s a quiz to help you identify behaviors that may be undermining your self-confidence and preventing you from living the life you desire. Respond with a simple “yes” or “no” answer to each statement and then tally up the number of yeses. 1. I often compare myself to others. 2. I make decisions based on what others tell me I should do. 3. I would have to honestly say I sometimes take my family for granted. 4. I find myself thinking more about the past or worrying more about the future instead of focusing on what’s happening in the present moment.

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The moment I considered the possibility of going on a four-month cruise around the world I knew my husband would not be going. If I went, I would be going without him. The timing was good for me but taking four months off work wouldn’t work for him and being confined to a cruise ship with 1300 strangers for that long just isn’t his thing. Should I not go because it meant being apart for four months; and, if I did go, how would being apart for that long affect our relationship?

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A few years ago, I started a new project that required me to live on the East Coast. My two cats, Jasmine and Ginger, and I flew cross-country to our temporary home. They were eager to escape from their cat carriers after our long flight. Following the advice of my vet, to introduce them to their new home one room at a time, I confined them initially to the bathroom and bedroom.

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Maybe it’s because I’m getting older, but it seems to me that what was once considered old age is no longer old. It’s not just that people are looking younger than past generations have at their age, from what I’m observing, they’re also acting younger. A motivating factor for going on this cruise was a belief that I’ve moved into a decade of life that is classified as “old,” and should go while I’m still physically able to enjoy traveling. But meeting so many people who are several years older tha I am is rapidly changing my belief about age-imposed limits.

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“The days of Command and Control are over. Today’s leaders must Trust and Inspire their employees to be trusted as leaders.” I was a shy sixteen years old, afraid of my own shadow, the summer I worked as a Nurse’s Aide at our local hospital. The Director of Nursing was a strong loud woman that I found very intimidating. Whenever I saw her coming I would turn and go the other direction, or look for someplace to hide. One day she stopped beside me, put her arm around my shoulder, and said: “I want you to look at my shoes.”

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It’s 4 a.m. and you are wide awake, worrying about all the bad things that could happen, feeling anxious, and unable to sleep. The fear you are feeling is self-imposed instead of a reaction to what is actually happening because at the present moment you are safe. There is nothing to be afraid of other than the imaginary reality that you have allowed the power of fear to create in your mind.

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How well are you managing change and disruption caused by COVID-19? It’s 4 a.m. and you are wide awake, worrying about all the bad things that could happen, feeling anxious, and unable to sleep. The fear you are feeling is self-imposed instead of a reaction to what is actually happening because at the present moment you are safe. There is nothing to be afraid of other than the imaginary reality that you have allowed the power of fear to create in your mind.

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It’s 4 a.m. and you are wide awake, worrying about all the bad things that could happen, feeling anxious, and unable to sleep. The fear you are feeling is self-imposed instead of a reaction to what is actually happening because at the present moment you are safe. There is nothing to be afraid of other than the imaginary reality that you have allowed the power of fear to create in your mind.

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In 2020 we are faced with very real threats to our health and financial security that many of us have never experienced and never thought we would. This has been a rapid unexpected and unwanted change that we must deal with. Fear prevents us from thinking clearly about what we can do to minimize the threat to our wellbeing. It renders us helpless and blinds our vision to what we can do to stay healthy and keep the money flowing to keep a roof over our head and food on the table.

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I’m cruising around the world with 1300 people I don’t know. For the next four months, I’m living in a community of neighbors of all ages from multiple countries who have multiple reasons for making this journey. For some, it’s their first world cruise, and for others, it’s their 7th or 8th. The oldest passenger is 98 and on his 28th world cruise.

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Everyone has a story that I’m curious to hear, learn from, and share with you. Last week I met a woman named Maggie and am sharing her story with you to illustrate that if you’re open to exploring new places, meeting new people, and embracing new ideas, you can create a new life after the one you never wanted to end has ended.

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Getting away from it all sounds appealing when you’re rushing through life checking items off your “To Do” list and thinking you could have done each one of them a little better. How would it feel to be in a place that is calm, serene, silent, disconnected from the outside world, and where no one knows you well enough to ask anything of you? I had the opportunity to find out last week as my cruise ship spent 7 days at sea betwee Buenos Aires and Ushuaia, Argentina – also known as the city at the end of the world.

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My vision of what life would be like on a four-month cruise included not making a bed, doing laundry, or cooking; visiting amazing places around the world; relaxing on my balcony with coffee delivered by room service every morning and a glass of wine at sunset; and, sitting by the pool with a book in one hand and a Pina Colada in the other on the days we were at sea. It would be the first time in my life when I could completely relax and enjoy doing nothing after 35+ years of a pretty demanding career with only an occasional one-or two-week vacation.

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My vision of what life would be like on a four-month cruise included not making a bed, doing laundry, or cooking; visiting amazing places around the world; relaxing on my balcony with coffee delivered by room service every morning and a glass of wine at sunset; and, sitting by the pool with a book in one hand and a Pina Colada in the other on the days we were at sea. It would be the first time in my life when I could completely relax and enjoy doing nothing after 35+ years of a pretty demanding career with only an occasional one-or two-week vacation.

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The Transitions Curve Model is commonly used to illustrate the different phases –and emotions- we experience as we move through the transition process that is triggered by change. Change is an event. Transition is the process of adapting to what is different because of the change. Transition is triggered by an ending. Something we once had we no longer do. A way of living, thinking, and/or feeling has changed – and changed us in the process.

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From the moment you realize change is inevitable to the moment you begin to feel comfortable again, you experience an in-between and uncomfortable time of transition. For a time, you’re carrying both the weight of the past and uncertainty about the future. It may feel like a huge stone tied to your back, making it difficult to move forward. There will be moments when you feel exhilarated about new opportunities change creates. And then, there will be moments filled with fear about what lies before you that makes it difficult to keep going.

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“It’s never too late to become what you might have been.” George Eliotr When Joe’s manager began the conversation by saying: “I want you to know how grateful we are for your twenty years of valuable service to our company,” Joe expected to hear that he was being promoted, or at least receiving a pay increase. After all, his performance reviews had never been less than stellar.it came as a shock when what he heard next was: “our company is moving in a new direction and unfortunately your skills aren’t the skills we need. We wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors.”

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“It’s never too late to become what you might have been.” George Eliotr When Joe’s manager began the conversation by saying: “I want you to know how grateful we are for your twenty years of valuable service to our company,” Joe expected to hear that he was being promoted, or at least receiving a pay increase. After all, his performance reviews had never been less than stellar.it came as a shock when what he heard next was: “our company is moving in a new direction and unfortunately your skills aren’t the skills we need. We wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors.”

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One can never consent to creep when one feels an impulse to soar. Helen Keller I’ve read many versions of the fable about an eagle who thought he was a chicken and have been unable to find the original source. Dr. Eldon Taylor, author of “Choices and Illusions,” Has an inspiring U-Tube video about the fable that can serve as a “pick-me-up” if you’re having a day when you don’t feel capable of soaring.

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Why am I doing this? Isn’t this financially irresponsible? After all, I’m not getting any younger.

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Imagine how your life could be different if you had more confidence. What changes would you make in your career, relationships, and lifestyle? Low self-confidence creates a barrier between you and the life you want. You can break through this barrier. Invest 45 minutes and $35 to attend this webinar led by Rita Burgett-Martell and learn what you can do to develop a more positive view of you! It’s never too late to become the person you were meant to be. You will learn: 1. Beliefs and behaviors that become barriers to feeling confident.r

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Imagine that you have finally landed an interview with a company you admire. You, being the good applicant, carefully prepare answers to potential questions. You go into the interview feeling good and then out of the blue, you get hit with “If you were a box of cereal, what would you be and why?” These types of oddball questions unfortunately, are becoming more common as jobs become more and more competitive. Below are three possible reasons why employers are asking these types of questions.

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Today’s more sophisticated email systems often look for certain characteristics in email text and in any email attachments. Unfortunately, things like words or graphics that may be perfectly appropriate in some cases can cause spam filters to stop your email, thus rendering your resume “never received”. As crazy as it may seem, totally innocent words can create problems for spam filters. Consider the alte ate meanings of these words (as examples) and how spam filters would likely block your resume if it contained them: • Free • Expand • Trial • Mortgage • Cum (like cum laude)r

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Oh, you don’t have any? Hmmm. You probably won’t be hired. Everyone has some and to overcome this, it’s all about how you position your answer. Most people assume that the following answers will usually do the trick: • I’m a perfectionist • I’m reliable/dependable to a fault, even when I’m sick • I take care of the customer/client, even when I may have to bend some rules • I know this is a writing job, but I hate writing and am not very good at it

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If you are reading this, you are probably contemplating writing or rewriting your resume for a new position, a career change, or for some other related reason. There are some items that are highly important when thinking about your resume beyond the obvious (many of the obvious items have been discussed in other blog posts from me):

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What does a broken $100K+ job search have in common with a broken relationship? Poor communication that damages a $100K+ job search is like ruining a friend or family relationship that you really don’t want to lose. It is a self-inflicted wound that worsens over time and most often it cannot be reversed. Job opportunities and relationships are both quickly lost when a person doesn’t realize he/she is being a poor communicator. Most Serious Job Search Damager

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Rapport means making a connection. You can connect on many levels. The interview is to backup your resume and make a stronger connection about your ability to produce future results. It's also to see how you will fit in with the rest of the staff and work environment. Balancing Actr You need to make the interviewer "feel okay" about you and your abilities. You need to talk to the level of the open position so you don't appear over- or under-qualified. You need to talk to the level of the interviewer so he/she doesn't feel threatened about you coming on board.

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Why is it that nearly every job seeker puts ten times the energy and effort into the job search than what they get back in return? To speak in business terms (and running your job search should be treated like a business), where’s the return-on-investment (ROI)? Hope is not enough. You hope to get an interview after submitting your resume. You hope to get a job offer after the interview. You hope to hear from someone soon.

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Affirmations can actually be written about just about anything, and with this in mind you are able to attract just about anything and everything you desire in life! Of course affirmations don’t have to be about getting “things” they can also be written about change, maybe you want to: Change how you feelr Change an aspect of your lifer Have more confidencer Be more positiver Increase self esteem

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It is possible and easier to learn to attract things to you in life than working so hard for the things that you think you want (as you probably already do!) Just imagine for a minute, how much easier your life would be if you learned how to do this?! “All things are created twice. There’s a mental or first creation, and a physical or second creation to all things.” — Stephen Covey

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This month the energies are positive for uniting, rather than dividing people. We’ll take a look at which qualities within each sign cause divisive problems and which qualities are available for bringing about solutions. As an Aquarian, I’d like to offer a very happy birthday to my fellow water bearers.

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Previously, we have talked about affirmations, and building new habits to help you to get all you want, be everything you want to be and enjoy life the way you want to. But there is another factor that you need to consider before beginning your journey…. The universe! The universe is an extremely important part of this when you are trying to attract and get everything you want, and no matter what it is you will be asking the universe for it, however you choose to do it, the universe will respond.

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It seems that most of us always strive for more than we have, there are those with lots of money that still seem to live beyond their means and those of us that cannot seem to make ends meet each month, no matter how hard we try! Wouldn’t it just be easier to be a magnet to money so that it flowed to us easily and in abundance when we need it? Well this isn’t such a crazy idea, after all supply is infinite and as we have discussed before, there is no need for anyone to have too little of anything in this world really!

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“To understand the magical nature of the mind is to acquire awesome power. It is to understand that at every moment of our lives, we have the power to accomplish everything we want.” Deepak Chopra We come this way but once. We can either tiptoe through life and hope that we get to death without being too badly bruised or we can live a full, complete life achieving our goals and realizing our wildest dreams.” Bob Proctor Thinking it Through

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Affirmations are simple but effective powerful statements that you can say to yourself on a daily basis in order to help you to achieve whatever you desire! Affirmations are a conscious thought or prayer, usually a sentence or two long which will be repeated several times during the day. Affirmations are sayings that are designed to focus on a positive thought, and when you say them or even hear them, they will eventually become the thoughts that create your reality and your future.

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Affirmations are all about being positive and thinking and feeling that you already have the thing that you want…. Affirmations will only work if they are written in the present tense, and are about things that you desire, things you want to be doing or goals that you want to achieve. So what makes a good affirmation? When you are writing affirmations, make sure that they are statements, a good way to begin them is this: “I am” “I have” “I am happy now that” “I am wealthy”

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Do you have financial dreams or goals? Do you think they are the same thing? Think again! Financial dreams are something you hope for and want, financial goals are things that you are planning for and trying to find a way to achieve. Here at Dollars Want Me we know that simply wanting something is useless, to get what you want you have to learn how to change the way you think in order to attract the things that you want. In essence you have to claim the power back from money and believe that it wants you instead of you wanting it! Here are some ideas for setting financial goals:

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I have lived a long life and had many troubles, most of which never happened. Mark Twain Worry is like an April Fool’s Joke without the laughs! Leanna Fredrich Anxiety is nothing… but repeatedly re-experiencing failure in advance. What a waste. Seth Godin Thinking it Through… Since I have been working lately on coauthoring a book about using the wisdom of your body I have become much more aware of my body sensations. For example when I wake up in the morning, usually the first sensatio I notice is a racy or tight feeling in my stomach.

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As you know, the affiliates system at Dollars Want Me would not work if it were not for us all working as a team. When you decide to join our affiliate marketing team you will soon realise that all members are team players and help each other in any way that they can in order for everyone to succeed! It has often been said that nice guys finish last… this is simply not true, and this fact could not be put better than it is in this quote: “It is not true that nice guys finish last. Nice guys are winners before the game ever starts.” – Addison Walker

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Contrary to popular belief and many sayings that have become popular over the years, it has now been scientifically proven that money can in fact buy you happiness! However just as attracting and earning more money can make you happier, the way you spend it also has a lot to do with how it makes you feel too. Strategic spending is important if those dollars are going to continue to put a smile on your face!

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He was a former Navy SEAL during the Vietnam war. Strong, loyal and mentally tough, this man stood 6'7" and was not easily moved. He was not a man who believed in the psychic world either.

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Have you ever dreamed about financially free? What do I mean by financially free? I mean no longer having to worry about every single dollar that you spend and just being able to provide for your family without the struggle of working so hard day in day out! Impossible?! I would place a bet that is what you are thinking…. However this possibility is very much within your reach! In fact it has been within every humans reach since the beginning of time!

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Contrary to popular belief, the use of affirmations is not a new concept, they can actually be traced back to ancient eastern religions, originally known as mantras they were used mostly by Buddhists. Mantras are religious, poems or sayings that are chanted over and over again during meditation.

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Now that you are a fully paid member of Dollars Want Me and you have started with our affiliate marketing system, you will be trying hard to get new members for your matrix! You will by now have your own system for reaching out to people, and as you know we have provided a sales guide to get you off to a flying start. It is great that you are contacting people that you know, and even people that you don’t know and you are building up the confidence to sell our fantastic products to them.

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The Law of attraction has definitely gained popularity over the recent years, with the release of the book “The Secret” Bob Proctors involvement and many famous speakers and teachers bringing the idea to the masses. Many people had not heard of the law of attraction until recently and didn’t know how to use it and implement it into their lives in order to get what they really desire. It truly is an amazing discovery and can be used by everyone every day to attract what they want in life … and indeed what wants them in life, as we talk about in the book: Dollars Want Me.

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Nothing changes until you do. Unknown My inner world creates my outer world. T. Harv Eker Thinking it Through… We all have stories that we tell over and over. They are the stories that drive our family crazy as we share them at every public get together. However annoying those stories may be to our loved ones, they are usually quite harmless. Unfortunately, many of us have stories which we tell that are devastating to our lives. For example, a friend of mine is always saying how tired she is.

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“The secret to my success is that I bit off more tha I could chew and chewed as fast as I could.” Paul Hogan “You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” Eleanor Roosevelt “The only way to the Place beyond Fear is to do the thing you fear most. This is how to surrender to your best destiny.” Martha Beck Thinking it Through

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Henry Harrison Brown was born in Massachusetts in 1840, he had a varied career which included serving in the U.S Volunteers during the Civil War from August 1862 until October 1865, and he was also a teacher, jou alist and a lecturer for 17 years. Henry went onto become one of the elder statesmen of the new thought movement in the early part of the 20th century, and was also a Unitarian minister for 7 years. Brown was a visionary and some might say born before his time, as was demonstrated in the many books that he wrote.

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We humans are a crazy race! We spend 99% of our time racing around running errands, getting to and from work, sorting out the kids, shopping, driving… phew! The list is endless right? Have you ever thought about scheduling relaxation time into your day? Have you finished laughing at me and calling me crazy yet? Well let me let you in on a little secret…. Relaxation is very important to your health! And it will benefit you both mentally and physically.

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Why should I have to work harder than my publisher? I finished writing the manuscript, created my Facebook Page and website. I did my part. The rest of the work is the publisher's job. This is the notion that most first-time authors have about the publishing industry. It's unfortunate that they have to learn once they are disappointed with their first royalty check. Don't feel that you're doomed if you are in that situation. It took 18 months for the first Chicken Soup for the Soul book to get on the New York Times bestseller list. So, it's never too late to get started.

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“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.” Marianne Williamson “To change the printout of the body, you must learn to rewrite the software of the mind.” Deepak Chopra “Ever try to change your mind, only to find out that your mind has a mind of its own?” Robert Williams Thinking it Through… Self sabotage. Are you familiar with it? I sure am! I’ve often heard that if you want to grow as a person start your own business or go further in your career then you ever thought you could.

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It is generally said that 40 to 45% of adults make one or more resolutions each year. Most New Year's resolutions are about self care and management, weight loss, exercise, and spending more time with family and friends. Other popular resolutions involve better money management and debt reduction. Unfortunately after only weeks or a couple of short months, most people have broken their resolutions and are resolutely reattached to their former habits. The reason for this is because resolutions have a fail mechanism. They work on an 'all or nothing' mentality.

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Just Forget About New Years Resolutions and Going After Your Goals New Years resolutions and going after your goals are highly overrated. Why not just stay where you are, where it’s nice and comfy? Just in case you get the urge to change your life here’s some proven techniques to keep you right where you are. Step #1) Never Get Clear on What You Really Wantr Clarifying your goals and the direction you want to go in really interferes with staying stuck.

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"I will not should on myself today." Unknown "The indispensable first step to getting the things you want out of life is this: decide what you want." Ben Stein "Decide upon your major definite purpose in life and then organize all your activities around it." Brian Tracy Thinking it Through... We hear a lot about the need for having a balanced life. "If I only had more "life balance" it would be better." Give it up! We will never have a balanced life nor would we probably want one.

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He had had quite a career: senior level management experience in the public and private sector; CEO of a prominent association; General Manager of a large, semi-public agency; and a White House appointment. He never had to look for a position. They came looking for him. Two years ago, while the economy was seemingly still moving ahead full steam, and he felt reasonably assured that his leadership was on track, he ran head first into a firestorm. It was unexpected, unanticipated, and unlike anything he had ever experienced in his career. He was encouraged to leave his beloved agency.

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Seth Godin, brilliant marketer, business strategist, and all around innovative thinker, hit another home run with his blog entitled "Unrealized Projects." He writes about the academy award winning director, writer, producer, and artist, Tim Burton, who created "some of the most breathtaking movies of his generation." No surprise there when you review even a partial list of his hits: "Sweeney Todd," "Bat Man," "Beetlejuice," and "Edward Scissorhands." What did surprise Godin was learning that "almost every year over the last thirty, he worked on one or more exciting projects t

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You don't have to let yourself be terrorized by other people's expectations of you. Sue Thoele One must live the way one thinks or end up thinking the way one has lived. Paul Bourget The more time you spend doing what is important to you the quicker the unimportant things drift away. Leanna Fredrich Thinking it Through... One of the keys to living a life of purpose is to know what your "Yes List" is . A "Yes List" is simply a list of your top priorities. The brain can handle only 7 goals at a time so choose a maximum of seven priorities for your life.

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"You want to set a goal that is big enough that in the process of achieving it you become someone worth becoming." Jim Rohn "Create your future from your future not your past." Werner Erhard "Simplicity! Simplicity! Simplicity! I say, let your affairs be as two or three, and not a hundred or a thousand; instead of a million count half a dozen, and keep your accounts on your thumb-nail." Henry David Thoreau Thinking it Through

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Making a transition to a new career can be very challenging. Believe me, I know from my career counseling practice that for many executives and professionals who decide to make a career change, it’s often not easy. But when they finally decide that a dead end, toxic or boring job is no longer tolerable, then they find the courage to dig deep and do what it takes to find a new job they love.

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During the month of September lovers everywhere will be paying closer attention to each other. We’ll see a bit of scrutinizing as well as changing what no longer works. The Virgo energy is hard at work now to help you disce the useful from the nonuseful in your love life, so let’s carefully step in and look around. ARIES: This month is the time to make sure you and your relationship are on the same path of goals. If you want marriage and he or she does not, why stay if your needs are not being met? Talk honestly and openly about what you both want in the next 12 months.

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Entrepreneurs who want to start up a business, even if it’s in a different career field, and work from home should begin by first identifying their top values. This is vital to the success of their business for two reasons. 1. Because your values and your Life’s Work (or purpose) are directly tied together in the work you are to contribute here on earth. 2. The ability to feel fulfilled from the inside out comes from your ability to walk your talk. If your values and your work do not match it is going to feel like you have a hole in your soul. What are values?

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It begins at home, rears its ugly head in school, becomes apparent in early love relationships, dating, marriage and finally your children pick it up from you and unknowingly pass it on to their children. It’s the cycle of abuse. Abusers always have a history of childhood abuse. They don’t mean to pass it on and they would do better if they knew how. Whether you are the abuse victim or perpetrator, you must make a decision to stop the cycle of dysfunction now.

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It’s mean, it’s cruel and it’s inexcusable. Verbal abuse, or mental abuse, is passed on like a life-threatening disease throughout the family. We choose mates, places of employment and friends based upon family patterns of familiarity.

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The people who serve our country are no different than you or I. We all have a purpose to contribute to life, based on the qualities we were born with. I watched on TV the Day 1 confirmation hearings for Judge Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court. As I watched and listened, I began to wonder, "Who is this woman? What does she stand for and what are her life lessons?" If elected as the newest Supreme Court member, she will hold a very formidable position in the third branch of our government. So, as any excellent astrologer would do :), I looked her up astrologically.

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The people who serve our country are no different than you or I. We all have a purpose to contribute to life, based on the qualities we were born with. I watched on TV the Day 1 confirmation hearings for Judge Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court. As I watched and listened, I began to wonder, "Who is this woman? What does she stand for and what are her life lessons?" If elected as the newest Supreme Court member, she will hold a very formidable position in the third branch of our government. So, as any excellent astrologer would do :), I looked her up astrologically.

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Free Monthly Horoscoper By, Love Psychic Kathi Calahan The month of October finds singles on the look-out for love and those in relationships refining an already good thing. When it comes to love, each astrological sign has plenty to offer. Discover great astrology relationship advice for couples. ARIES: You’ll likely be the last one outdoors when the cold weather sets in. Neither rain, nor sleet can stop the Aries. Your love life may include more affection than usual and some Aries will be looking at how smart their alliances or dallying choices have been.

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"Learn to get in touch with the silence within yourself and know that everything in life has a purpose." Elisabeth Kubler-Ross "Decide upon your major definite purpose in life and then organize all your activities around it." Brian Tracy "It's time to start living the life you've imagined." Henry James Thinking it Through I was reading the book, "The Blue Zones" which shares the results of research studies done in areas(Blue Zones) where more people live to be over a 100 then anywhere else on the earth.

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Who is Sarah Palin & What is Her Purpose? By, Kathi Calahan She was the first woman to be nominated Vice President by the Republican Party for the 2008 election and is soon to be the ex-Gove or of Alaska. Astrology shows she was destined for worldwide recognition. Let’s look at what an Aquarian’s life purpose is, and specifically, that of Sarah Palin. Aquarians’ are known to be on the cutting edge of all things new. They often work in careers that are unusual in some way, especially to gender.

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Quotes: "Nothing changes until you do." Unknow "Success follows doing what you want to do. There is no other way to be successful." Malcolm S. Forbes "You are today where your thoughts have brought you; you will be tomorrow where your thoughts take you." James Alle You ...

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Quotes: "Inaction, contrary to its reputation for being a refuge, is neither safe nor comfortable." Madeleine Kuni "Trust life, and it will teach you, in joy and sorrow, all you need to know." James Baldwi "This isn't the end of the story. It's just a twist in the plot." Victoria Mora I ...

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"All of us failed to match our dreams of perfection. So I rate us on the basis of our splendid failure to do the impossible." William Faulkner "Every exit is an entry somewhere else." Tom Stoppard "If you prepare yourself at every point as well as you can...you will be able to grasp ...

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You have an idea for developing your own small business and it's a good one. But how do you take it out of the idea stage and into the real world? It's easier than you think. Every successful business started with an evaluation and a plan. 1.Find a need and fill it. Let's take the auto ...

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You may have come across a blurb in a publication or on a web site that brings up the subject of the hidden job market. And you've probably asked yourself "why is it hidden and how can I find it?" Well I have good news for you. The hidden job market isn't really hidden; but it will take ...

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Forget the drab; one size fits all cover letters that you may have used in the past. And please ignore the letter samples in publications and on web sites that go on and on with paragraph after paragraph, essentially providing a condensed version of your resume. These types of cover letters are ...

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In today’s economic situation, having and holding your job cannot be assured. We are no longer living in a world where the organization one works for has any guaranteed loyalty to its employees. What then can you do to stack the deck in your favor? You need to make yourself irreplaceable to ...

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It used to be that we were raised knowing right from wrong, values from a self-will run riot and how to grow up to be successful in business and in life. If we believe much of the news, it would seem that too many have lost their way and forgot what it takes to be successful. These top 10 ...

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On October 22nd I found myself standing in the middle of a spectacular ballroom in Long Beach, Califo ia. It was an astonishing scene. Trailblazers Billie Jean King and Gloria Steinem stepped forward. So did entertainment names like Rachael Ray and Jennifer Lopez. As did CNN media great ...

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On October 22nd I found myself standing in the middle of a spectacular ballroom in Long Beach, Califo ia. It was an astonishing scene. Trailblazers Billie Jean King and Gloria Steinem stepped forward. So did entertainment names like Rachael Ray and Jennifer Lopez. As did CNN media great ...

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Most of us have to work to live, but how many of us live to work? Do you have a job that excites you, which you love to do and fills you with pride? Unfortunately, for many people, the opposite is true. Stress, depression and job dissatisfaction are all too common now in the workplace. So ...

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Do you have a great business idea or a new career you would like to build? Many people do and some even start creating their idea. Then they stop. One of the most common obstacles to building a business or career you love is your beliefs about selling and promoting. Whether you are creating ...

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Ann had it made, at one time. She and her husband had a million-dollar home, two lovely children and the world by the short hairs. Business was good. Well, actually, it was very good. But today, Ann’s husband is sitting in jail, her children are married and live out of state, she can’t ...

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You work because you have bills to pay. Or do you? The fortunate ones work because they love what they do, not because of the bills. Even if they won the lottery, they’d still get up every morning doing what they love. How about you? In Discovering Your Life’s Work, you will not only find ...

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Your Life’s Work is the mission of your Soul in making a difference in life. We all know people who are angels of mercy, like Mother Theresa. She has discovered and implemented her Life’s Work internationally. Or how about the president of the United States or other leadership position ...

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Somewhere in the sky there must be a rule written in big, bold letters..."Thou Must Not Make Mistakes After Age 30!!" Most of my client's are on at least their second career and many of them are terrified of making a mistake when choosing a career they are passionate about. They have huge ...

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Growing evidence makes it clear that NOW is the time to get a firm grasp on your career directions. And I can help you do this. KFYR - TV news reportsn • The Bureau of Labor Statistics shows 8.5 millio Americans were out of work in May 2008. • New legislation now extends unemployment benefits ...

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Many of the client's I work with in my Life Coaching business are in the age range of 40 plus. A belief which comes up often early in our conversations is the belief that maybe they are too old to consider changing careers. After all they should be slowing down. They should be thinking about ...

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Some of us move from career to career, never really knowing where we belong. Others know right from the start where they are destined to make a living and then go out and do it. Cortney Litwin is just such a person. Growing up, she always had an interest in writing, astrology and public ...

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If you want to stop yourself dead in your tracks while finding your passion-filled career believe this..."I can't make enough money doing what I love. This belief alone is strong enough to keep people from exploring new and interesting careers. Often I hear client's saying, "I love doing ...

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One of the most commo "screw-ups" when it comes to the successful use of the Law of Attraction is believing in scarcity. Believing that you better grab a piece of the pie because there is only one pie and that is not enough for everybody! It starts as a young child, especially if you have ...

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If providing well for your family is one of your top principles or values, then you’ll want to know what benchmark perks are available today in the job market. In a recent CNN Money online article regarding Fortune Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For, it was stated that perks on the job ...

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Have you lost your job? Do you know someone who has? Statistics back in October 2007 showed more than 146 Million people working in the U.S. During the first five months of 2008 the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics recorded more than 4,000 mass layoff events in the United ...

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You need a job. Not just any job, but a GREAT job! I’m going to ask you to open your mind and think outside the box. By doing this you will find a career path that excites and motivates you, that refreshes you and puts a smile on your face every morning. I will show you how to find the best ...

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Unless you live under a rock you have heard the moaning and seen the hand wringing over the economy. Perhaps you too have spent more time then you choose to admit worrying about what might happen. You are surrounded with negative messages and fear. It is easy to allow that worry to fill not ...

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Managing Your Career Growth Utilizing the resources available in today’s job market can be overwhelming, to say the least. Want to create a resume? There are over 100,000 web pages designed “specifically” for you. Same with interviewing, dressing for success, asking for raises, and just about ...

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Dennis, an accountant, was part of an audit team for a large corporation. As he was reporting some data findings to his project manager and the rest of the team, his manager pointed out an incorrect assumptio Dennis made that resulted in erroneous figures and that could have legal ...

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I had to make a living, but my personal life was falling apart. I couldn’t concentrate on what kind of work I might like, I just knew I had to get a job fast. I was willing to take the first job that came along, just so the electric company wouldn’t shut off my household lights. Because I ...

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I just returned from Ireland, and as I recover from jet lag,the greatest impressio I return from that emerald island with is reinvention. As always when we have visited European countries, we spent a good bit of our time tracing history. Ireland has a bittersweet history. There were the struggles against the British, civil wars, famine and exile of population to the United States and British Commonwealth countries. Consequently, four millio Irish live in Ireland today while 40 million of Irish descents are found in the United States!

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Work sucks, but then again, maybe it’s your attitude. And, maybe the people at work really do suck, but in the meantime there are some easy things you can do to ease the tension. Keep in mind, you cannot change other people, but you can change your attitude. Let me give you an incredible ...

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If you're thinking of becoming a police officer, there are some obvious pros and cons to the job. Consider the downside of the profession before applying: It's a very dangerous job. The U.S. Labor Department rates police work number 5 in The Most Dangerous Jobs in America. After many years of ...

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When you know the talents, skills and interest your soul brought with you into this life, you are then well on your way to finding your Life’s Work. Spiritually speaking, you find God in your job when you recognize, or remember, the gifts He gave you. Why work 40 hours a week in a job that ...

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Ahh the guilt of wanting something more! I don't know how many times I have heard this statement..."I should just be happy where I am. Many people would be thrilled to have my job." This is often said by someone with an unhappy, resigned look on their face. This person is usually, when you ...

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In our busy worlds, we sometimes don’t get the time to acknowledge the contribution of another person. People are helping other people all the time, so it is easy just to let it pass without recognising it. When we do, it can end up as a scant “thanks” or “cheers”. Whilst that may land with ...

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1.I don't trust myself to choose the RIGHT business or career. The fear of making the wrong choice can freeze you into inaction. So often we put a lot of pressure on ourselves to have THIS career choice be the perfect one. Give yourself a break! If you are following your heart and your ...

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I was working with a client who was completely burned out on her career and life and more then ready for a career change. As we were talking she said, "I just wish I had meaningful work. I don't feel like I am making a difference. I am just wasting my life." This is the theme I hear most ...

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One of the beliefs that I see often in my Life Coaching business is the belief that, "I need to know more before I make a career change." It is such a convenient belief because it can keep you stuck in your comfort zone of inaction forever. This belief comes from a place of fear. Fear that ...

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In a recent Body & Soul magazine article a reader poll indicated that the everyday workplace employs many unhappy people. But you don’t have to be one of them if you are spiritually awakened. Before I show you the most popular answer to this question, let me assure you that whatever your answer ...

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I want to get onto the topic of relationships at work. This is a universal topic, as it is difficult to think of any job that doesn’t involve some sort of relationship. Work on your own? You will still have customers. Work in a back office so you don’t meet customers? You still have ...

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With almost daily news reports of companies laying off workers, or filing for bankruptcy, or going out of business altogether, losing your job suddenly doesn’t sound all that unlikely. Here are some strategies either to avoid being laid-off, or to cushion the blow if it comes. 1. Keep your ...

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The day you were born your Soul brought with it all the skills, talents, interests and hobbies you would need to fulfill your Life’s Work and find the perfect career for your personality. But sometimes we forget our purpose and end up working at jobs we don’t like. But you ...

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Having trouble creating that killer resume? You've come to the right place. Read on. You're only 4 Steps away from your very own truly effective resume. n Step 1: Set Yourself Apart This is the most important Step! On average, a job on a job board like Monster.com eceives over 300 ...

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Sara called me recently and begin sharing how the Law of Attraction was not working for her. She said,"I want more money but then I look around and all I see is debt. During the next 10 minutes she told me in great detail about her lack of money and the burden of her debt. The Law of ...

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I just had an adventure! I walked on fire and didn't burn, not even a little! Just thinking about it makes me happy. I had forgotten the feeling you get when you try something you aren't sure you can do. The fear, the anticipation, the crazy relief and exhilaration of trying. Often the older ...

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From the outside, things could not look more perfect. You have a great husband, terrific kids, a fantastic house and go on amazing holidays. Why is it, then, that inside you're screaming? Who are you? Chances are you're a bright, educated woman, probably with two or three children, who gave up ...

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From the outside, things could not look more perfect. You have a great husband, terrific kids, a fantastic house and go on amazing holidays. Why is it, then, that inside you're screaming? Who are you? Chances are you're a bright, educated woman, probably with two or three children, who gave up ...

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If you want to find work that is meaningful, fulfilling and exciting then it is time to reawaken your ability to dream. Most of us used to dream big at one time or another. We dreamed of being a movie star, sports hero, a princess or the richest person on the planet. Then we begin hearing ...

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So…you're not eighteen anymore, and well, getting out of bed in the morning is no longer the pleasure you're sure it once was. Have you forgotten what it was like to feel fresh and alive when you wake up? Do you feel lifeless, overweight, and miserable? If so, I’ve got some good news for you! ...

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You are longing for a career change. One that makes your heart sing. One that will cause you to leap out of bed Monday morning, (Well maybe not leap but at least feel great about work!) Maybe you have been wishing for your own business but are not sure what that business would be. Why haven't ...

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"I want to find work I am passionate about and I want to find it by next week so I can quit my job!" is what I often hear from clients. The first questio I ask is, "What are you passionate about? " And their response is frequently something like, "I have no idea. I haven't felt passionate ...

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"If I only knew what I was passionate about then I could figure out the ideal career for me!" Feeling this way is a frustrating place to be. It is hard to find work you are passionate about when you don't know WHAT you are passionate about. Often we feel numb under frustrating or forced ...

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In my Life Coaching Business I often see clients who after a few minutes of talking tell me what career they would love. They really are not confused about what they want to do instead they are afraid to go after their dream or they don't know how or perhaps a combination of the two. It is ...

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Is your vision for your life big enough to make you jump out of bed in the morning? For most of us the answer is "no". We drag our sorry bodies out of bed and groan when we think about going to work. Our lives are small but "safe." We have an itsy, bitsy vision for our lives so that we will ...

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Question: What is it that all people have exactly the same of, that you can’t buy any more of and that is equal around the world? Answer: Time

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The Art of Selfishness Achieving a harmonious balance between your work responsibilities and your personal life requires that you become selfish. That’s right, selfish. Stop frowning and wipe that look of disbelief from your face. Let’s look at this concept in more detail by examining the ...

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Achieving a harmonious balance between your work responsibilities and your personal life requires that you become selfish. That’s right, selfish. Stop frowning and wipe that look of disbelief from your face. Let’s look at this concept in more detail by examining the word “selfish” in more ...

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FEAR: It stops us dead in our tracks. It’s at the root of our conflicting intentions. We know it well. Or, do we? Fear is not something we like. In fact, it is something that we do our best to avoid feeling, if at all possible. We don’t like feeling fear, so most of us play small enough ...

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Speaking to an audience with your back turned is like networking online without a photo. It's completely ineffective - so why do people do it and what are the other 6 deadly mistakes people make when networking online? They don't include a photo on their profile page They don't fill in their ...

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1.Practice Extreme Self-Care The first and most important step to finding your passion-filled life's work is to take outrageously good care of yourself! When you feel numb and the only thing that gets you excited is a good long nap, your passion could plop in your lap and you wouldn't even ...

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The law of attraction is a law of the universe like the Law of Gravity. The law of attraction is simply; we attract into our lives whatever we are putting our attention on. If you put your attention on what you "don't have" or what you wish you "didn't have" then you've probably noticed ...

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Have you ever spent an entire day at work doing something where you really felt awesome? All day long you were busy doing things that made you feel powerful and energized. That night you went to bed physically tired yet thinking, "I would love to wake up and do that all over again!" You have ...

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I'll have to admit that this used to be a favorite belief of mine..."The Law of Attraction works for all my friends, all my client's but it won't work for me." Poor me, I think about what I want and I see that other people are getting what I want so they are doing something "right" and I am ...

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WORDS THAT INSPIREnA monthly quick shot to motivate you, in less than 45 seconds, from Julie Cohen Coaching What is your PASSION? Dictionary*says: nstrong liking for or devotion to some activity, object or concept; object of desire or deep interest; love. What it REALLY means: ndoing ...

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I have always found it easy to view the employee/employer relationship similar to a dating relationship. People put up with things from their employers that they would never tolerate from their partners. There is one key difference, you say. Your main source of income is not your spouse or ...

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Hello and welcome back to this series of articles on change. In the last article entitled ‘Make Change, or Change will happen to you’ I discussed the difference between minor life transitions and major life transitions. In this article I will discuss the process of dealing with endings and Elected transitions, Non elected transitions and Non Events.

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It’s that time of year where everywhere you turn there are graves popping up from neighbor’s lawns, ghosts flying from trees and glowing pumpkins in windows. As we observe all this delicious scariness we are unaware of the most terrifying thing of all, which lives in our heads… our limiting beliefs. Most of us don’t realize that they are holding us back, causing us to self destruct but they are there, all the same.

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I am fascinated by change and how people react to change. In today’s crazy world the only constant seems to be change from the international events we see on the news all the way down to how we live. Change can be seen on one of two ways:

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What system could you set up which you could do everyday that would take you small steps closer to what you want to achieve?

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One of the frequent reasons a new client seeks me out is because they’re getting interviews, but no offers. The primary problem is always that the seeker has very little idea, beyond some basics, of what they’re looking for. But there are always additional layers, one of which is lack of preparation, and is, not surprisingly, closely tied to the primary problem. And as this pattern continues, other problems develop, the most prevalent of which is getting defensive. Ironically, the harder you try, the worse things get.

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Ever been fired and it was a complete surprise? If you have, it shouldn’t have been. You missed the cues. Whether you created it or the company decided it, you lost control of your career. Frequently those two are intertwined, and if you don’t dissect the experience, you may recreate it.

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An interview is a two-way street. It’s never a good idea to go in without prepared questions and you should be able to easily come up with 15 - 20 first-interview questions to ask. But these five - in some form - should always be asked. Not only will they help you to ascertain if the job for which you are interviewing meets the criterion of your perfect job, but the answers, when put together, will give you a fairly accurate picture of what's going on behind the interview.

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You just learned one of your previous employers has been giving you a bad reference. Count your blessings that you found out, because many never do. But what do you do about it? Bad references don't always prevent someone from getting a job. The key is how the issue is handled in the reference, and how you handle it prior to the reference being checked. So your goal isn't necessarily to erase or debate the issue, only to reach agreement on its presentation.

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Sending a thank you letter is as important as interview preparation. But they’re tough to write, so people either tell themselves that not sending one doesn’t matter, or they procrastinate until it’s too late and almost pointless anyway. Anyone who tells themselves that foregoing a fundamental rule of etiquette doesn’t matter, not only taints themselves in the mind of the interviewer, but misses two additional opportunities to sell.

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This confidence game isn't the same as the scam. This one applies to those who have been hunting with no results and are becoming discouraged. Rapidly. Let's go back to how most people search, because that's where the problem - or problems - are. Your cover letter neglects to tie you to the ad and your resume fails to entice. Or perhaps your cover letter sells and your resume is full of accomplishments, but you’re answering unrealistic ads. Or perhaps you’re targeting ads wisely, but being overly picky, forgetting that ads tell if you want to interview, not if you want to work there.

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Everything You Need to Know About Attracting, Choosing, and Working With Recruiters (with lots of valuable information even if you’re not ONE RECRUITER, TWO RECRUITERS, THREE RECRUITERS, FOUR? It's not necessary for you to tell a recruiter how many firms you are working with, although the recruiter might ask you that question. It's your job search, and it's not always a good idea to put all your eggs in one basket, especially if you are unemployed or your employer knows you are looking.

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Networking to find a job is very effective. It works especially well when you make it easy for your network to help you. Here are some tips to do it for the best results. 1. Start with your "natural network." You have good friends, former colleagues, current colleagues you trust completely, and family members. These are the first people with whom you can network. They know you, you know them, it's relatively easy to ask them for help. See below for the help you will request.

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The most problematic part of a resume for people seems to be crafting their accomplishments. The confusion between an accomplishment and a responsibility is the difference between generating excitement by selling what you can do, and making a bland statement that elicits the question “So what?” It’s the difference between being invited in for an interview….and getting no response at all.

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Focus on solutions, not problems. Solving problems is the one thing all employers - and clients - want. In the world of work, I find two things to be true: * employers want a job candidate who can solve their problems * bosses or co-workers want someone who comes up with the solution to whatever problem they have also identified.

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Micro-managing bosses. Back-stabbing colleagues. Unrealistic performance expectations. Favoritism. Unprofessional behavior. Unfair, capricious practices. Lack of respect for expertise. These are some of the reasons people want to leave jobs. And these are a reflection of a company’s culture. In fact, bad fit with organizational culture is one of the key factors in someone’s decision to leave a job. Yes, people leave for more money or more responsibility. But the push out the door is usually something to do with culture. What is company culture? Here’s the Wikipedia definition:r

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“My sixth sense, which I rely on as a surgeon, is telling me that I cannot be certain that surgery will help you. Therefore, I don’t want to do it.” That’s what the doctor told my husband regarding a persistent, long-time leg pain. As a wife, I was disappointed that the cure we thought was in hand, was not to be. As a business owner and someone who studies the habits and thinking processes of our most successful executives, I was thrilled, intrigued, and grateful.

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Knowing how you want to be perceived is key in any career interaction. When you have an intention, you can make decisions that will lead you closer to realizing that intention. These are some questions I ask my clients to help them frame their intentions and then develop effective strategies: * How do you want your boss to perceive you? How do you want co-workers to perceive you? What actions or behavior will foster that perception? EXAMPLE: Liz wants her bosses to perceive her as a leader: capable, trustworthy and decisive.

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10 Years by Julie Cohen, PCC

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Recently while visiting my local bank, a surreal experience occurred. There was a bank robbery! What??? Yes, I was in a bank robbery. Just to be clear, I was attempting to make a deposit and get a document notarized. This experience was just like what we see on television, until the guy pointed the large caliber rifle right at me at less than 5 feet away. At that point it got real - VERY real. You then realize that anything can happen. If the police would have arrived while the guy was still there, things could have gone quite differently.

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It is not only by the questions we have answered that progress may be measured, but also by those we are still asking. Freda Adler I am still learning. Michelangelo We are more often frightened than hurt. Our troubles spring more often from fancy then reality. Seneca Thinking it Through

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I just received my 2011 date book in the mail. I’m one of those old-fashioned people who still use a paper calendar. I carry it with me everywhere and I feel as if it is ‘my life.’ I do worry about my archaic scheduling method at times since it can’t be backed up. What would happen if I lost it?

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Rest and be thankful. William Wordsworth Could we change our attitude, we should not only see life differently, but life itself would come to be different. Katherine Mansfield If the only prayer you say in your life is "thank you," that would suffice. Meister Eckhart

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Who Cares about Work-Life Balance? By Julie Cohen, PCC While preparing for a speaking engagement for a group of senior executives, I was briefly distracted by a worrying thought: what if this audience of high-achieving, hard-working, successful leaders doesn’t care about work-life balance? What if they think the topic is irrelevant, unimportant and even counter-productive to what they believe has made them successful? What if, after my first introductory words and PowerPoint slide, they scoff at the concept of work-life balance and its importance to all workers?**

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Canada is the first choice of international students when it comes to pursuing higher education from overseas universities. The country is one of the renowned countries that are popular for offering high-quality education, lucrative career prospects, and a lot more. Hosting nearly half a million international students, the country is popular among the study overseas aspirants for offering an excellent quality of life, immense post-study work, and immigration opportunities.

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Canada is the first choice of international students when it comes to pursuing higher education from overseas universities. The country is one of the renowned countries that are popular for offering high-quality education, lucrative career prospects, and a lot more. Hosting nearly half a million international students, the country is popular among the study overseas aspirants for offering an excellent quality of life, immense post-study work, and immigration opportunities.

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If you are planning to pursue higher education abroad, you might already be aware that the cost of education, living and other expenses overseas can quickly add up to a large budget. These expenses, however, could be reduced through the scholarships offered by the country you would like to study in, university you wish to attend, or the program you opt for, given you meet the eligibility criteria. So, let’s have a look at how you can check for scholarships to pursue your desired higher education program in your chosen study destination. Sources to check for Study Abroad Scholarships

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The MBA Program is considered as the most sought-after program today. However, it is important to keep in mind which university you are pursuing this program along with other features. Therefore is important to consider a destination of study smartly before applying. By pursing this program in a developed nation like Canada or New Zealand can give you a quality education allowing you to gain practical knowledge, competitive work opportunities and even opportunities to get PR in these countries along with New Zealand.

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Pursuing Higher Education Overseas is the right decision in today’s scenario if you want to make a mark in the globalized era because Higher Education Abroad is rather an investment in Career than just an investment in Education. But you may get stuck if you do not have an idea about the admission or application process for your desired study destination. How do I begin the process? This is the basic question that arises in everyone’s mind.

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Education overseas not only provides you the exposure to different culture and methods of learning, but also makes you more employable as an international degree has a great demand in the job sector. As such you can consider study abroad as an investment, in terms of experience as well as monetary gains. The choice of the right country and course is usually a difficult task. Deciding which degree to study at university can be a challenging decision for many of you.r

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Not only is New Zealand the seabird capital of the world but it also a virtual paradise with abundant beaches and overwhelming natural beauty. New Zealand is also a provider of high-quality education to its international students. Here are some reasons as to why one should opt for New Zealand as a study destination:

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With its large plains, rugged mountains and delightful sandy beaches, New Zealand is that the legendary destination wherever Academy Award winners just like the Lord of the Rings triad are shot. It is additionally one among the few high education destinations, that actively invitations foreign students. New Zealand’s International Education Strategy, that was discharged in August 2018 aims to market the inflow of worldwide students by providing foremost education and student well-being.

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The value of getting an all-around educational experience has been rising among Indian students and their parents have also found the prospect worth investing in. It is with this mindset that a large number of parents are sending their children overseas with a view to provide them an exposure to a foreign culture, international learning style, a global mix of fellow students and high-quality education. What better country to provide all these factors on a single platform than the United States?

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The World is the campus for students aspiring to study abroad in this era of globalisation. Thousands of students seek to study overseas for technological advancement, world class education and to equip themselves with qualifications and skills essential to make a mark in this era of cut throat competition. Parents are also equally enthusiastic about sending their children overseas and this is on the rise. Overseas Education Sector-Lucrative Business Prospects

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Spain is one of the leading education providers in the world. The number of international students enrolled in the graduate business program to study in Spain was found to be 15,500 during the academic year 2017-2018. Out of this, 26% of international students were enrolled in private universities while 74% were admitted to public universities. The higher education system in Spain consists of 84 universities and over 2048 other educational institutions imparting vocational training programs, arts, design and sports studies.

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Denmark, an archipelago of over 400 islands, is spread in the northern part of Europe. It the least corrupt country in the world where more than half of the population communicate in English. Therefore, international students find it extremely easy to adapt to the Danish environment.

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Germany is greatly popular among international students primarily because of the excellent universities, the vibrant student life and excellent funding options. Apart from the above mentioned features it is also essential to note that Germany is not so expensive as compared to other European countries. The fact that international undergraduates, post graduate or research students can mostly study in Germany for free, gives an added and the biggest advantage.r

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Europe makes one think of jaw-dropping architecture, amazing history, inebriating languages, mouth-watering cuisine, etc the list goes on. For somebody who has lived in only one place for quite a while – maybe some place with little sense of history or culture – Europe can appear like a haven brimming with new possibilities. Also it's really easy to go through the continent and see a considerable measure in a small space of time.

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As per a report by Open Doors on International Educational Exchange, the USA is the leading education provider to almost a million international students. A lot of scholarships and internships are offered by the University to promote students for higher studies and free them from financial burden.

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In USA there are countless degree courses which are available across 4000+ colleges and universities which are unique and thus making it impossible to compare one over the other. There are innumerable study fields in which the international students can choose to pursue their career in. Go through the article to gain information regarding management and other courses and the list of Universities in USA for international students for each field offered in USA. Computer Science

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For international students coming to New Zealand’s shores has a lot to offer to than it meets the eyes. The Indian students have always been attracted to study in New Zealand due to its quality education and a large number of after studies opportunities available.

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There will always be several reasons why study abroad aspirants choose to study and stay in a particular study destination, and for the same students, Malaysia is known to be an education centre which provides good quality education at an affordable cost. The country is filled with friendly people, diverse traditions and rich cultures. It was reported that there were more than 90,000 foreign students in Malaysia in the last year and Malaysia has become the 11th most sought after country for tertiary education amongst international students.

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New Zealand has made big strides in the area of international education in the last few years. From high quality education to unbeatable lifestyle, this is a wonderful place to live and learn. It has a varied education system with 8 universities, 16 Institutes of Technology & Polytechnics and a number of private colleges, all known for world class education.

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Choosing where and what to study can be the most difficult task when we plan to study abroad. The selection becomes a little difficult as there are numerous options and it can be quite confusing if you do not have any idea about the education abroad. A few guidelines to ease the process for you. If you plan or analyse things step wise and in a methodical manner, you’ll find it to be quite easy. Check the Academic Requirements:

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Study location plays a very important role when it comes to higher education. If you are looking for a study location that is both exciting and challenging, then Asia would be a wonderful choice to make. The world’s largest continent offers more for one's money with tons of study abroad programs in over 50 countries. With so many possibilities, you may be wondering which multi country option to study abroad is the right one for you? Let us find the answer for this by comparing 3 of the most popular study destinations of Asia.

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With the growing trends of pursuing education abroad… that ensures subject-specific knowledge and specific technologies, Australia stands among the top 5 countries that international students wish to pursue their academic career. Talking of life and opportunities in Australia, international students can benefit the best of both worlds from the Australian education system for international students, as one can experience both, quality of life and education. Australia offers Higher Education (HE) & Vocational Education and Training (VET)

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There is much more to the vibrant and pulsating city of Dubai than its Gold Souk, dazzling deserts and breath-taking architectural beauty. Dubai's prominence as an education hub is one such avenue that is fast emerging as the most important specialty to study in Dubai for International Students.

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Do you know that Studying abroad in New Zealand can be a launch pad to career success? Exciting!!! Isn’t it? Well, let’s see how. NZ for career success The New Zealand education will give you the credentials and expertise to excel anywhere in the world in your chosen career. The high-quality education at New Zealand will enable you to fulfil your career ambitions. Qualifications valued world wide

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With such a great variety of study-abroad options for International students, it is often seen that a student gets confused as to which country to go for. Each overseas destination has its own perks as well as drawbacks. Whether to target top Universities or go for an economically viable program; part-time work opportunities, or a post-study work visa options; students must look at all such factors before deciding upon the country he wishes to pursue his overseas education.

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Studying abroad at decent universities with courses to match your profile is a great choice. It lets you learn from premier institutes, provides international exposure, gives an opportunity to make global connections. However, aspiring students who wish to go for higher educatio Overseas need to have an in-depth look at various study destinations.

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It is no wonder that the United States of America continues to be the most sought-after education destination for students worldwide. What makes the US such an educational hotspot for emigrating students is what we will list down today. 1. The American Life (diversity, high standard of living, global hub)r

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Europe being probably the most established mainland, there is uniqueness in every nation, absorbed history, and best of all, you will consistently have something new and intriguing to find.

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Europe being perhaps the most seasoned mainland, there is uniqueness in every nation, absorbed history, and best of all, you will consistently have something new and fascinating to find.

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The pristine and almost perfect beauty of Switzerland is not the only thing that it has to offer. With the mighty Alps and azure lakes on one hand and 150 ski resorts and winter trails on the other, even visiting Switzerland briefly would be a treat. But, for someone who wishes to Study in Switzerland; there is more than just beauty on the platter. Two of the top 15 QS ranked institutes in the world are Swiss. Here’s a look at some reasons as to why Swiss education would provide an edge to a student’s profile.

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The Australia attracts more international students from around the world as there are top 7 universities in the world as per the QS world rankings. The Australian education system is well known for the strong reputation and the global recognition. More than 30 Australian universities are among the top 800 universities in the world. After US and UK, Australia is very popular among the international students as Australia is famous for its world-class education and also students have options to stay back after completing their education in Australia or come back to their home country.

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Did you know that Finland is considered as one among the most literate country in the world? The quality of education is not compromised even though the students are in numbers unimaginable. It is because of the less student to teacher ratio per class. It refers to the number of students per teacher. <img src= https://www.articlepole.com/modules/articles/uploads/top-engineering-and-management-courses-in-finland.jpg width="500" height="321"></img>

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Poland, situated in Central Europe, is a land of diverse population and home to 57,000 students from all over the world. The European Education standards followed by the Polish educational institutions make it easier for graduates to get recognition in not just Europe but also other countries. The quality of higher study in Poland is streamlined and monitored by the quality assurance governing bodies. More than 800 programmes are offered in the English language to international students across 400 universities.

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Ireland is one of the best education destinations in Europe and has the added advantage of its proximity to the world’s leading MNCs. Nearly 1000 leading MNCs have their bases in Ireland and this gives a unique advantage to students studying at Irish Universities. This is because Ireland has the provision of a 24-month post-study work visa to aid students in finding a suitable job opportunity with leading firms.

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The UK, which is mostly the second choice for international students to study overseas, offers an education system with qualifications that are internationally valued and recognised. It is home to some of the world’s esteemed universities, attracting thousands of students and researchers every year, including many from India. It is also the world leader in many areas of education which include engineering, science, art & design, business & management, law and finance.

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The U.S. is the most widely held landing place for students globally, as such majority of the international students aim at pursuing a master’s degree in the USA as this opens avenues for research as well as better job prospects. Are you also aiming at pursuing a master’s degree in USA? Then this article will be of great help to you. Higher Education in USA :

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Of all the higher education destinations around the world, France currently stands among the most popular for Indian students, thanks to its specialized undergraduate and postgraduate programs and the various French Government policies in favor of Indian students.r

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Sweden is European Union’s 3rd largest country, a Scandinavian nation dotted with islands and inland lakes, forests and mountains. The country hosts royal palaces and museums and of course the will of Alfred Nobel- the Nobel Prize. Sweden is also famous for its creative and innovative education and there are many Swedish innovations that have had a dominant impact on the world such as; the pacemaker, the seat belt and the GPS. Sweden has a lot to offer to its students.

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Italy is considered to be one of the most student-friendly places in Europe. It ranks amongst the 8 Most Industrialized Countries in the world. Every year 40,000 international students head for Italy to enjoy one of the most unique study abroad experiences the international graduate education here has to offer. The best part is that with the Italy Student Visa you can travel to all the Schengen countries. Doesn’t that sound exciting? So, let’s check out a little more information about the study abroad prospects in Italy.

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With incalculable degree courses accessible across 4000+ schools and colleges in the USA, it is difficult to look at one over the other. It ought to be an understudy's decision whether to go for concentrates in the field of Engineering like Computer Science Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or in Science stream like Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Genetics, and so on as the list of universities in USA for international students is huge.

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We have all heard and probably used this saying at one time or another, but do you actually believe it? If you do, we are here to tell you why you should forget it… Now! This phrase creates a very negative way of looking at life and one that we need to change before we stop taking chances, leaps of faith or anything else that can make our lives more enjoyable!

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Where do all the hours go in a day? They just seem to fly by, don’t they? When making a career change, or walking through any type of life transition, a daily dose of P, S & B is something that should always be incorporated. So what does P, S & B stand for? (No, it’s not an acronym for a sandwich.)

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When you sign up to Dollars Want Me as a paid member, you will get access to 37 affirmations that will help you on your journey to financial success. Affirmations are amazing little sentences that really can change your life! In the case of Dollars Want Me, the affirmations provided will help you to change your mindset towards money and achievement, enabling you to learn how to attract everything you want as opposed to working day and night as you probably do at the moment.

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As our blog yesterday was all about acceptance, and how important it is, we thought that it might help you all to start on the road to acceptance by giving you a little exercise that you can do over the weekend. How accepting do you really think you are? Do you think that you are tolerant of people and are not easily frustrated?

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So how long have you been in your 9 to 5 job? Do you like it? Is it really what you want to be doing with your life? If the answer is no, maybe it’s time for a drastic change? If you think that sounds impossible due to your mortgage, kids, new car, holidays you want to take etc. etc.! We are here to tell you that it really is possible!

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Yes!!! So are you still on the fence when it comes to positive thoughts and the effect they can have on our lives? Well we are here to reassure you that positive thoughts can actually have a huge impact on your life, not only will they make you feel better, they will even help you to get all you desire in your life. I am not talking about want here, as we discussed the other day want will get you nowhere, however when you have positive thoughts about the things you may desire in life is completely differentr How?

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It’s no lie that many of us would like to believe that we don’t want money, well when I say don’t want, I mean we think we only need enough to pay the bills and live on each month and that would be enough. Many people will tell you that they are at their happiest when they are struggling, and that they do not need money to be happy… I bet you have said that more than once? Be honest now…. Did you actually mean it? I can admit that I have said these things in the past, and I will also admit that I didn't really mean a word of it…

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Now that you have signed up to our affiliates marketing system, read through all of our useful information and watched the videos, you may still be wondering how you can make the system work for you! Affiliate marketing is fast becoming one of the most popular ways to make extra money, which is not surprising if you think about it. Affiliate marketing can make you more money than any second job will ever make you, and the bonus is that you can do it in your own time, and you don’t have anyone to answer to!

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Making decisions can be tough sometimes, especially if they are ones that you don’t really want to be making. I have recently had to make a decision that I really did not want to make and was so conce ed that I was making the wrong one that I stressed myself out so much I felt ill! There are people who are so sure of their actions that they make decisions easily and without the stress that most of us feel. Decision making is all about self-belief, and to get to the point where making decisions is easy for us, we need to believe in ourselves completely. We must believe in:

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Do you want to win favor? -Do not flatter with insincerity.rn-Do not ask for a favor immediately.rn-Do not approach every relationship with a sense of entitlement. Every day, many busy people have dozens of unread emails, LinkedIn requests, and Facebook messages. In this era, many employees and entrepreneurs have decided to reach more people through social media. Liking an social media update, posting a comment, or sharing an article is fine. Although, it should not be done to yield a favor. Please do not approach business relationships as you do with dating.

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Now here is a question that most of us don’t really consider very often, if in fact at all… I would bet that most of you assume that your financial status really only depends on the type of job you have, how much you get paid, how much you spend and how much you save? Well this actually isn’t true, how much money you make, and how rich or how poor you are really comes down to attitude! Consider this….

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Confrontation is a part of life, and as much as we would like to avoid it, there are certain times when we really should just get on and deal with it. Avoiding confrontation will often make any situation worse than it needs to be, as people quite often start to feel awkward and the lack of communication will create a block between individuals.

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Those who do not move, do not notice their chains.” Rosa Luxemburg Any risk worth taking is worth taking whether it leads to success or failure. Martha Beck Thinking it Through

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Here at Dollars Want Me we want all of our members to achieve the financial freedom that they have always viewed as out of their reach. This freedom has in fact never been out reach for anyone, people just go about things the wrong way. Thinking about money in the wrong context, this actually keeps them from becoming wealthier in the long run. Even if you don’t realize it, you probably give money complete power over you, money should not have any power and it’s only the people who allow this to happen that end up in a seemingly endless financial mess!

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When you are beginning your journey with The Prosperity Community, and reading the Dollars Want Me EBook, you will start to think about the things that you really want, and what matters to you in life. For many of us we have never really thought about this properly, and although you are probably thinking… hang on yes I have! While you may have thought about the things that you want, and the things that you want to keep in your life and the things you don’t like, I would guess that it wasn’t really an in depth thinking process.

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Now, I live on my own with my 2 dogs and my cat, and as this lifestyle is a recent development for me, it is taking a little bit of adjustment. There are certain things that I don’t think I have ever done before, such as changing light bulbs…. Sounds silly right but its true!

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How many of us get a positive feeling when we think of ourselves? I think most people head straight for the negativity store in our brain and start digging around for any negative thoughts we can find. It’s not surprising really; these days it is not easy for people to have self-belief, as society makes us feel that this is a bad trait, not a good quality that will enhance our lives and the lives of those closest to us. Constant negativity towards ourselves is visible to others as it makes us unhappy, the people around us unhappy, and we will never be truly contented.

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Business Management an Overview

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People who are seriously considering engaging the services of a Career Coach usually ask many questions about what the advisor "will do or should do" in order to make the coaching relationship work for the client. This is certainly reasonable and understandable. However, there are also several "prerequisites" or standards that the client must meet for the engagement to produce optimum results. Unfortunately, these criteria are rarely discussed during the up-front "contracting phase" betwee Coach and client.

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*You’ve finally landed the job. Is this a good time to settle in and take it easy for a while, or is this the worst time to take your foot off the “career gas pedal?” A lot of people in this situation might think, “Whew – now I can relax, cruise a while and rest on my laurels.” Actually, your work is just beginning – but so is your “glory!” Once you’re “on the job,” there are many immediate career challenges to attend to, such as: * Assimilating into your new position; which includes getting clear on the job’s roles and responsibilitiesr

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If you’re in job search mode, you should create a binder – your very own Career Transition Binder. I’ve found that there are two types of job seekers: those who create a binder to keep track of all their networking, interviewing, career documents, lists, and contacts in one place – and those who don’t. Guess which group tends to make more progress, get more interviews, land great jobs more quickly, and negotiate better deals? Yup – the binder people! Think you can track and manage all this information “electronically” – on your Smart Phone, PDA or Netbook? Think again!

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Are you a leader? A leader generates his or her own opportunities. Leaders don’t whine and complain about the lack of opportunities to develop their careers. They CREATE opportunities – regardless of their current situation, regardless of their current boss, regardless of obstacles that may seem to stand in the way of developing their full potential. The following information is adapted from The 7 Hidden Reasons Employees Leave: How to Recognize the Subtle Signs and Act Before It's Too Late, by Leigh Branham, AMACOM, New York, 2005.

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My clients often express frustration after they’ve completed their interviews for a position they want. The common complaints include, “Why doesn’t the company call me back?” or “I feel like I have no power; all I can do is wait for an answer,” or “Can’t I do anything to make the employer say YES?” After working as a top-level Career Consultant for many years, and helping thousands of clients through the “interview maze,” here is what I can tell you: There is no “secret trick” or “magic bullet” that will get the employer to offer you the job!

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Client are always asking about the best industries and best jobs – where they can find the most opportunities, what jobs pay the highest salaries, what companies are currently hiring, and where the greatest job growth will be in the near future.

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Do you work with one or more co-workers who SERIOUSLY annoy you? Is there someone in your office whose habits and behavior patterns just “drive you crazy?” When you’re working eight hours a day in close quarters – or even in cubicles – some would say that it’s only a matter of time before some of your colleagues will really start to get on your nerves. This problem is much more common than you might think!

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Work Harder and Smarter for Better Career Results Let's face it: the job market is bad and the economy is worse. That's why this is the time to push harder than ever in conducting your job search and managing your career. In addition to working harder, you'll need to work smarter as well. Are you upset that you didn't “ace” your last job interview? Are you feeling like a failure because the job you wanted went to another candidate? When times are tough and things look bleak, it's tempting to just “throw in the towel” and feel sorry for yourself, isn't it?

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Americans make all kinds of New Year’s resolutions – to lose weight, to stop smoking, or to spend more time with family. However, you rarely hear anyone say, “I’m committed to improving my career situation this year.” With this in mind, I developed a simple, six-step “Power Plan” to help individuals make the most of their current career – or find a new and more satisfying one in 2015.

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Would you like to get your career on track, with more power and momentum than ever before? Are you prepared to create the focused and productive career that you know you are capable of having — one that will give you great satisfaction and financial reward? When you think back to prior career transitions, did you also believe that you were finally going to “get it right?”

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Are you so busy “doing your job” that you can’t “manage your career?” It’s no surprise that people who are conducting a job search focus a lot of their time and energy on updating their résumé, networking, improving their interviewing skills, and so on. They know they need to “be at the top of their game” if they hope to land another good position.

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1. The most qualified candidate does not necessarily get the job offer Many times, candidates with lesser qualifications get job offers simply because they’ve prepared and presented themselves in a more compelling way. They “package” themselves better, with an outstanding portfolio of career documents and oral presentation skills.

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Most people already know that they need a list of Professional References. But you might be asking, “Why do I need Letters of Recommendation at this point in my career?” The answer is simple. You don’t NEED them … but you should WANT them. Why? Because when you find yourself in a competitive interviewing situation (and what interviewing situation is NOT competitive?), the letters of recommendation can really “give you an edge.”

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Regardless of format, every resume will be composed of some standard sections. Below is a quick guide to the main elements that should be included in every resume. Personal Information – Always include your full name, street address, phone numbers (home and cell), and e-mail address. If you have your own web site, include the link here too. All this information is placed at the top of page 1 of your resume, in the “header.” Summary – A brief statement of who you are, where you’re “coming from,” and what skills and expertise you have to contribute to an organization.

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Over the years, I have worked with hundreds of key executives – CEOs, Partners, COOs, Presidents, Senior Vice Presidents, and so on. Top business professionals like these present unique challenges to the Career Consultant, because they face unique challenges in their own transitions!

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Even in a down market, job seekers and employees are not powerless or without recourse. In fact, you have more control over your career circumstances than you might think. I’ve developed 20 specific strategies and tactics that consistently generate powerful results for job seekers, even when it seems that “no one’s hiring.” 1. Network, network, network. Continually increase your level of networking and keep expanding your contact database. Reach out to reestablish and nourish business and personal relationships.

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Celebrate Your Success Landing your new job is a wonderful experience. In fact, don't forget to celebrate because you definitely deserve it after all your hard work! After the celebration, write letters or cards to your network of contacts, letting them know about your new position and thanking them for their help. In turn, you should offer them help and support, should they ever need it (and they will, eventually).

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One of the most important aspects of getting ahead in business or advancing your career is to have influence. The problem with influence is that few women, or men, really understand what this term actually means. Influence is the ability to get other people to do what you want them to do. Having this ability means that you have a real leg up on advancing in your career and in business. All too often, people of both sexes equate having influence with being ruthless and highly aggressive; however, these traits don’t necessarily equate to influence.

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Winter was long and cold across much of the country, and for many people it was an extremely challenging period with regard to work, careers and job search. The news about the economy and job market continued to be negative and cynical throughout the season. But now, it’s April. Spring has finally arrived, and many aspects of our world seems to be lightening-up. With this in mind, I’ve decided to offer something quite different in this issue of Your Career Advocate – a bit of levity!

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These are tough times to be sure. Just as a new President is about to be elected, the U.S. is experiencing the worst economy since the Great Depression. The stock market recently had the largest one-day drop in history. The shockwaves of the “credit crunch” are reverberating across the country and around the globe. Governments are being forced to bail-out entire industries and invest directly into financial institutions to keep them afloat. Millions of U.S. citizens can’t pay their mortgages, or are actually losing their homes. Parents can’t pay their children’s college tuition.

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When there are many more workers than job openings, employers behave differently than they do in a healthy employment market. This is largely because the locus of control shifts from candidates to employers, and employers will have the sense that they can “call the shots.” These dynamics can pose serious challenges for job seekers.

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The most important questions of your interviews might be the ones you ask. In the interview, don’t think you’re the only one who is “on the spot.” It is perfectly acceptable for you to ask questions of the interviewer and to take notes throughout the meeting (which will help you to formulate your questions).

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Human beings are, of course, quite complicated, and they don’t stop being complicated when they punch their time card. People bring all their shortcomings, issues, insecurities, problems and straight out weirdness with them to the office place. You need to be prepared of all the complexities of the human animal when you at work. One of the most difficult emotions to deal with at the office is jealousy. So how do you deal with someone that is envious of you at the office? It can be tricky, but with the right approach, you can keep a jealous person from ruining your day.

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ExecuNet (www.execunet.com) is recognized as the Internet's most comprehensive resource for effective career management, exclusively for executives and senior-level managers with salaries above $100,000. ExecuNet sometimes asks noted career experts to contribute opinions and information for the CareerSmart Advisor, their biweekly newsletter. I was fortunate to be selected for this honor. Below is the content I recently provided to ExecuNet in response to their specific questions about Leadership and Industry Transition.

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So, you’ve gotten totally clear on your career goals, prepared your complete “executive portfolio” of self-marketing documents, and developed a detailed strategy for your search. Now it’s time for “your feet to meet the street” – and that means NETWORKING! You’ll be spending most of your job search time networking with people who can help you reach the hiring managers inside the companies you’ve targeted. You can network over the phone, in person, via e-mail, or even over a cup of coffee or lunch.

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Of all the subjects we cover in career management and job search, the one that seems to cause clients the most anxiety is INTERVIEWING. To ease my clients’ conce s, I often simplify the topic by reducing it to a handful of basic elements. When you boil it all down, job interviews are made-up of only five statements from the interviewer, which include four questions and one sentence. Sure, you’ll be asked more than five questions, but they ALL seem to be variations on the items listed below.

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If you’re out of work now, what part-time or flexible work can you do to fill the gap until you land the job you want? If you’re fully-employed but conce ed about losing your job, what sort of opportunities could you pursue to earn additional income, should the need arise? The “Bridge Job Strategy” is a pragmatic approach to carry you through a difficult employment or financial period.

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NOTE: This article appeared originally in “Your Career Advocate” a few years ago. The response was so strong that we decided to run it again in this issue – with some minor updates! Do you hope to get your career on track in 2010, with more power and momentum than ever before? Even though we’re in a very challenging recession and a very bad job market, do you want to “buck the trend” and create breakthrough results?

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Let’s make one thing clear right from the start – executive search firms, recruiters, and employment agencies are not in business to help you land a job. The recruiter is not your advocate, your friend, or your agent. Recruiters, employment agencies, and search firms are merely channels through which you may secure an opportunity for an interview!

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If you attend my Weight Watchers meetings on a regular basis, you know that I love talking about mindset.

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Fix your bad career habits If 2010 is going to be your year, then get serious about fixing bad career and workplace habits that are dragging you down. Here are a few to think about: Bad Career Habit #1: Not Networking Let’s agree on one point – most of us would rather pull out our eyelashes than network. If you’re a networking champ, then skip this paragraph. Otherwise, consider the fact that one of the reasons you may avoid networking is simply because you’re not good at it. You’re not comfortable with it. You don’t enjoy it.

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We've all been in a position where we wished we could take back what we said. In the case of an interview, the implications are huge in that saying the wrong thing could eliminate you as a candidate. Having conducted literally thousands of interviews, we've come up with a list of things to avoid saying: Didn't think you'd ask me that - If it's on your resume, be prepared to discuss it. Many candidates make the mistake of thinking they won't be asked about a certain experience - either because it's old or not as relevant as other things on their resume.

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Here’s a math problem for you: Take a look at your life over the past days, weeks, or months, and compare how much you spent in front of a screen (including phone, computer, TV), with how much time you spent face-to-face with someone. If you’re like a lot of us, the screen time wins out over face time, every time. Here’s what we also know: When it comes to landing bigger opportunities, more business, or promotions, it’s face time that counts. We know that people do business with people they know, like, and trust, and it’s hard for most of us to build that trust through email alone.

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I hear countless comments from people saying they want to change careers, BUT, but, but, but. They make up some reason for not changing. Among these reasons are: I’m too old – I’ll have to take a pay cut – I don’t want to make the effort – I don’t know what I’d do. Essentially, I think it boils down to fear of change or no effort to change, probably both. There is a big portion of the workforce truly unhappy with their careers this morning as they drive to work. They don’t like their jobs, but they keep on doing the same thing day after day, year after year.

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A concept I don’t think gets talked about too much as it relates to a person’s career growth is integrity. Integrity sometimes sounds stiff and too conceptual but there are aspects to it that are so critical to your success that it bears pointing out – repeatedly.

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You know our type. We’re the kind of people who for whatever reason don’t really know how to start up a conversation. We’d rather hide under the table than start chatting with an unknown person or stay at home watching reruns than go to a party. We’re your awkward cousin or the kid that sat behind you in biology. Is there networking hope for us?

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According to Forbes.com, some surveys have found that 87% of Americans don't like their jobs. 1 This probably isn't surprising to you. Whether you're at a party or out to dinner... more often than not, it's one big gripe-fest, focused around the most loathed aspects of your jobs and "who's got it the worst at work."

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As a career coach and former High Tech manager, I’ve noticed that most people wind up in careers that are completely out of line with their college degrees or interests. When you ask people how they “chose” their careers, many of them answer with something very much like a track through the jungle. They didn’t know where they were going but moving forward was the direction they took. When I ask many college students what career they were headed towards I get two categories of answers: 1- I don’t know but I’ll figure it out 2- Something in my major (read: I don’t know).

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Many people, particularly as they accumulate years of work experience, find they have a growing desire to put passion into their life and career. My observation about why this takes place is that as we grow in life experiences a lot of the excitement or “newness” diminishes. We simply have been there and done that enough that our threshold for what will rock our world continues to go up. It’s increasingly harder to get that same level of excitement. As we recognize that this element of excitement is missing, it can trigger us to go in search of something we can feel passionate about.

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Before you start to counsel owners about home improvements, remember these two rules: * First and foremost, never counsel before you are hired. Counseling happens after a client-relationship is established. Atto eys don’t offer legal advice before their services have been officially retained. Doctors don’t diagnose without assurance of compensation. Realtors should follow suit. Wait until the listing agreement is signed.

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The creation, control, and conversion of leads determines the revenue and success of your business. Most Speakers, Trainers, Coaches, and Authors focus a lot of their time on the creation of leads. They try to sell you their “lead generation system” – the system that creates thousands of leads for you! We have all heard of these third-party Internet companies that, in most areas, are charging Agents lots of money for low quality and low conversion rate leads.

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We all want an office in which the phone rings continually with offers of referral business. Does having this type of office sound like a dream? It doesn’t need to be such a far-fetched reality, though it requires diligent work with clients. There are a few key steps to creating a great referral business. The first step is to provide a high level of service in the first place. If the service is not exceptional, no referrals will be forth coming. One of the crucial factors in customer satisfaction is communication.

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A Champion Agent can convey the six key rules that equate to professional value to any prospect or client. They are able to drive home the key points to raise their value to the prospect. 1. We don’t sell properties We are salespeople, but we are really selling something other than a property. What we really sell to the marketplace is our knowledge. Our knowledge is better and more complete than our competitor’s, which enables us to charge a higher fee for our service. Why is one Atto ey $500 an hour and another is only $100 an hour? It’s an hour for both.

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A lot of people are in transition these days. And bottom-line: Transition creates stress. Whether we're in transition by choice or not, this stress can wreak havoc on our mental, physical and spiritual well-being. At this time in your life, more than ever, you need to pay attention to the effects of that stress and learn to take care of yourself when you're in transition. Here are 5 great ways to get started:r

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“Most people do not really want freedom, because freedom involves responsibility, and most people are frightened of responsibility ~Sigmund Freud

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We spend at least eight hours per day working, some of us much more. We have every reason to want to enjoy the time. This and the following exercises will help you choose the best job for you, as long as you know the kinds of things you like to do. One caveat: If you're young enough that you haven't had a lot of work experience, you may not know enough about yourself or the work world to gain a great deal. However, you may have enough imagination to make it work anyway. Keeping that in mind, give it a shot.

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A whole new day In Part 1 of this exercise, you jou aled for what must have seemed like hours. Maybe it really was hours. You answered a comprehensive list of questions about your preferences about your career, job, workplace, colleagues and schedule. Relax for five minutes like you did before, paying attention to your breathing. When you inhale, think "Breathing in," and when you exhale, think "Breathing out." This keeps your mind busy so that it rests.

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When it comes to new networking, think of an onion. Like the aromatic onion, your networking strategy works best when you peel back a layer at a time. When you network effectively, you ‘peel back’ layers and layers of people to get to the heart of what you’re looking for – if you stop at the first layer, you may not get what you need. With that brilliant analogy, I will assume that you’ve already peeled back the first layer of your job search onion and that your friends and family already know what kind of job you are looking for because you’ve told them.

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You're out of work and want to get back as quickly as possible and are willing to be as aggressive as need be. You've heard this a million times, "Make looking for a job, your full-time job". The question is how? You've got a goal, now here's a plan to get that new job:

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When working with my career coaching clients about how to know when it's time to look for a new job, I always tell them that whatever they do they should not remain miserable. We all have our ups and downs at work. Some weeks we're super-productive. Other weeks, not so much. But how do you know when it's time to really make a move -- updating your portfolio and beginning the official career search? Here are five signs that should point you in the right direction. You dread getting out of bed in the morning. Do you repeatedly hit the snooze button?

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When working with my career coaching clients about how to know when it's time to look for a new job, I always tell them that whatever they do they should not remain miserable. We all have our ups and downs at work. Some weeks we're super-productive. Other weeks, not so much. But how do you know when it's time to really make a move -- updating your portfolio and beginning the official career search? Here are five signs that should point you in the right direction. You dread getting out of bed in the morning.r

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As the economy starts to slowly get back on its feet, companies are also slowly starting to rehire. You loved your old job and would like nothing more than to be rehired by your former employer. How to get back on the short list when your company starts hiring again? Here are a few tips: Here’s the good news: You’re well-positioned to be a top contender for a shot back in the door at your former employer.

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I was recently reflecting on the question, “What is the one characteristic that makes someone successful.” It was in one of those moments that you struggle to boil all of your knowledge down into one distilled thought. To remove all the dross of your thoughts to one true nugget of incredible value to all who come in contact with it. My mind zeroed in on the concept of how our effort dictates our reward in life. Our effort being our work or what we do. In life we create our reward, whether it is financial or relational, by what we do.

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We’ve been told to be assertive, and ask for what we want – but do we cross the line when it comes to our careers? As a former fundraiser, I was taught to ask for the money – we can’t expect people to read our minds or to hand over their checkbooks. And, I’ve seen enough ‘Oprah’ by now to know that, no, I can’t expect my husband to know that, yes, I really did want to get a huge bouquet of flowers for Valentine’s Day, not just the card. The moral of the story?

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Do feel like you’re in the dryer on spin cycle - confused about your ideal job? Here are three strategies to get clear: Dream First and Dream Big - You need to Dream BIG in order to identify your ideal career. Brainstorm some ideas and think outside of the box. What is something you'd love to do? Dream first and get practical later. If you get practical too soon, you can cut yourself off at the knees with your brainstorming ideas. If you allow yourself to dream first and dream big, you may come across a career idea you never considered or even knew about.

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With 15 years in systems analysis and some management experience, "Hugh" wants to move into management. The trouble is he doesn't feel ready to make the move with a resume that still looks and sounds like that of a systems analyst. Hugh has tried several times to change it himself, and no matter what he does, the technology details take over the resume.

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Once you hear the term "midlife crisis" it conjures up an image of a pot bellied, middle aged man with a new red sports car and a young blonde babe next to him, with whom he's having an affair. There are other back stories to that image like the fact that he's bored with life and has spent the last six months embarrassing his kids with his attempts at appearing cool and dressing like them. We've all heard about these kinds of things and to some degree, we've seen bits and pieces of it with people that we know.

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Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the job market, rumors of a double-dip recession and even depression cloud the economic and employment horizon. On the panic meter, being out of a job right now is second only to having just retired. It's been an employer's market regarding the number of jobs available and the salary packages offered for those jobs. Many employers have been relying on bonuses instead of salary increases and other pay-for-performance compensation models.r

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Searching for a job can be an intimidating process! It can be especially so for that young adult straddling the in-between place of college and the ‘real-world.’ And if your young adult is particularly shy or reserved, that can pile on the stress to an already daunting process. However, today’s reticent job seekers have an advantage from when you first entered the job market… online networking.

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Sometimes terminology gets tossed around and we all nod our heads like we understand what’s being said, when we don’t. I thought I would take a few steps back and take a simplistic look at what personal change is, to ensure we’re all nodding our heads in understanding. When I speak about personal change, I’m describing something personally transformative. The personal transformation can be large or small but somehow you change a bit of who you are. Personal transformation can be driven by exte al and internal events.

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Winging it doesn’t work. Playing it by ear, seeing what happens or deciding what you’ll be ‘in the mood for’ when the moment strikes – all bad, bad ideas. If you’ve bought into the idea – as I had – that spontaneous people are more relaxed, or experience higher levels of creativity or fun because of their whimsical ways – think again. Studies show that those who ‘wing it’ earn less money, get less done, and experience far greater levels of stress and anxiety.

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How many of us spend many hours worrying about things that never end up happening? We think if we pre-think, if we can prepare for the worst things, we’ll be good? We feel that if we think about that inevitable negative happenstance and we’re all stocked up with whatever emotional, logistical, statistical, information we will need in the event that the sad life-changing event should occur we will have a greater chance of being safe?

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(Part 1 of 10) Back in 1937, Napoleon Hill published a book titled "Think and Grow Rich." It remains to this day the top-selling business book of all time. Much of the "new" business wisdom of our time is based upo Hill's book, including the new-thought best-selling book and movie "The Secret" by Rhonda Byrne, the system that shows you how to work Hill's principles, "LifeWoRx by Design" by Don Cote," and even a yearlong coaching program from Bob Proctor, one of the celebrities appearing in "The Secret."

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In Napoleon Hill's best-selling "Think and Grow Rich," everything starts with desire, the first of eight steps to success Hill identified in his conversations over 20 years with the most financially successful people of the early 20th century. Hill's eight steps correlate to components of a job search, as well. The first step is knowing what you want.

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(Part 3 of 10) Napoleon Hill's best-selling business book of all time derived from the beliefs and actions of many of the richest and most successful people of the early 20th century offers eight steps to success: 1. Desire 2. Faith 3. Autosuggestion 4. Specialized knowledge 5. Imagination 6. Organized planning 7. Decision 8. Persistence The second step is Faith. In Hill's own words, this means, "Visualization and belief in the attainment of desire."

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Microsoft.com Specialized knowledge is one of Napoleon Hill's eight steps to success. (Part 5 of 10)

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You’re thrilled for your young adult who has entered the job search process and has landed an interview with a potentially fitting employer. Help your adult son or daughter in their interview process by offering these motivational tips and encouragement so that they do not dread the big day, but look forward to it instead: Remind them that they are not desperate for this particular job. Many career seekers, when offered an interview, tend to adopt the feeling of “I must land this job or else...!” This mindset can only one up for failure.

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You may remember the hugely popular 2007 movie,"The Bucket List" starring Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman about two terminally ill men who decide to do all of the things on their wish list before they "kick the bucket". For many of us, there is a similar bucket list of things that we want to do in our career before we retire. The career bucket list has less to do with promotions and career advancement. It's more about unique things you would like to try and experiences you would like to have in your career at least once before you retire.

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Are you familiar with the song Tea for Two? It’s a classic! Been around since 1924. “I want to be happy, but I won’t be happy, not unless you’re happy too”. There’s something to this. Most of us have been in this situation in our lives at some point-if not more than some. Giving back or making others happy is actually one of the things in psychological studies that has been proven to create happiness in ourselves. These are six of the things in those various studies (that if worked on) have revealed increased happiness.

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Work life and Facebook – it seems like a never-ending discussion topic nowadays. There are many things to consider in regards to your personal and career brand. Yet so many people are either unaware of them or do not fully understand the ramifications of the content they might share online. For millions of people, this includes sharing their page and their personal lives with their coworkers. Many people feel that coworkers are just “buddies from work” and all is well as long as the bosses aren’t their Facebook friends.

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We ask ourselves questions all the time. How often do we answer them honestly? Not as much as we tell ourselves we do or perhaps we wish we did. We tell ourselves things and we often have no one else to answer to, but those that are close to us and easy to get angry at if they disagree. We can procrastinate or remold things. We lie. We all lie. We lie because we don’t want to think about deeper feelings, because of fear, because of anger, shame, guilt, or to protect something we’re doing but know we shouldn’t…there’s a plethora of reasons.

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Here’s a scenario I read about the other day in The New York Times: An article profiling several unemployed white-collar workers focused on one man, in his early forties, who wondered why his job search strategy wasn’t working. According to the piece, this man, and many others featured in the story, had spent the greater part of a year submitting resumes to job postings online, to no avail. Sound familiar? No matter how terrific the Internet is, applying to job after job online simply can’t be your entire job search strategy.

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Here’s something that has been forgotten, overlooked – or just simply unrealized in the workplace: You’re a guest. Think about it: You’re an intern, employee, freelancer or anything else at the invitation of your employer. And, if you can be invited, you can be uninvited, too. Our goal? To be great guests, naturally. After all, if you’re at a dinner party and dazzle your companions with your witty banter and funny jokes, you know it’s only a matter of time before you’re swamped with invitations – because we all want to have people we know, like, and trust at our gatherings.

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When you’re in a job search, it’s important to be crystal clear about the kinds of companies you’d like to work for. Once you have gained this clarity, you’ll want to research and identify the names of the companies that meet your search criteria. Your goal will be to “infiltrate” these companies through your network, and speak to the hiring managers (NOT the Human Resources department). Ultimately, this process will help you decide which company you want to hire as your employer!

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Cover letters are not so much a part of your “Job Seeker’s Tool Kit” as they are part of the implementation of your overall “self marketing” strategy. That’s right – a cover letter is a sales presentation in disguise! With cover letters, you’re reaching out for a very tangible goal – a job interview. Cover letters are the most commonly used method to introduce your credentials to an employer. And they can serve as one of your strongest selling tools!

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Achieving balance can be a difficult task in any situation, but where achieving balance between one’s personal life and work is conce ed, the challenge can indeed be quite pronounced. Many people oftentimes feel as though attaining a balance between these two aspects of life is next to impossible, but the good news is that it can be done. In fact, if you want to achieve your professional goals and be happy at the same time, you will have to find a way to strike a harmonious chord between these two different aspects of your life.

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If you want to make big moves in life, you have to take risks. But taking risks isn’t easy, and it puts most people in unfamiliar territory. Unfamiliar territory can, in turn, often feel dangerous and cumbersome. The human mind loves familiarity, as familiarity usually means safety in some form as well as access to resources. This love of familiarity is literally hardwired into our brains and with good reason. During our evolution, those who could remember where water holes and predators were located, well, they had a better day!

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Human beings are, of course, quite complicated, and they don’t stop being complicated when they punch their time card. People bring all their shortcomings, issues, insecurities, problems and straight out weirdness with them to the office place. You need to be prepared of all the complexities of the human animal when you at work. One of the most difficult emotions to deal with at the office is jealousy. So how do you deal with someone that is envious of you at the office? It can be tricky, but with the right approach, you can keep a jealous person from ruining your day.

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Leaders get things done and, on a certain level, it really is that simple. It is impossible to be a leader if you don’t manage to set goals and then achieve those goals. Establishing goals and then taking the steps necessary to see them through is about motivation.

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What’s the value of writing a cover letter? Why do you need that if you are going to submit your résumé? Does that not tell the entire story? NO WAY. Simply sending a résumé is not enough. A cover letter IS important. No cover letter with your résumé is like leaving your house with a shirt and no pants. You wouldn’t do that, would you? Here are some valid reasons why a cover letter is a very important complement to your résumé: 1.

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Don’t Ruin a Good Thing: Avoid the 3 Mistakes that Hurt New Employees on the Job By Elizabeth Freedman, MBA www.elizabethfreedman.com Have you ever noticed how easy it is to ruin a good thing? If you’ve ever spilled coffee on a new shirt, added just a bit too much salt to a recipe, or thought that anchovies would make a great pizza topping (sorry, I hate anchovies), you’ve experienced the speed at which a good thing can become bad.

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Selling and sales techniques go through evolution and sometimes revolution. Evolution is when we evolve and change slowly over an extended period of time. We experience revolution when our customers demand a change in approach quickly to be better served. Whether building trust is a new key concept in the sales person’s lexicon or not, it has come about through evolution or revolution; I am not completely sure which one. I do know that building credibility and trust are essential elements in the sales process in order to develop long-term sales relationships.

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Burning Bridges is for Arsonists: How to Leave Your Job with Classr Ready to jump ship? Sick of your job and want a new one? Time for graduate school or a trip abroad? You’re not the only one who feels that way. Between 50-80% of all college graduates leave their first job within three years of landing it, (Holton, Ed. The New Professional. Petersen’s Guides, 1991.), and the rest of us only stick it out at a job for about five years, on average. What does this mean to you? Plenty of job-searching…and job-leaving.

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What do the following people have in common? • Retired engineer • Laid off project manager • Stay at home parent • Newly graduated student • Trailing spouse to a military soldier • Injured and recovered worker • Out of work actor These people have much more in common than you probably realize. The commonality is what they are missing. All of these people are missing the many benefits we get from working. Of course, we all know that they are missing the paycheck, but there are other aspects to work that most of us take for granted, until we no longer have them.

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The most significant challenge for sales professionals is their time control. How a sales professional uses their time determines income. The sales professionals in the top 10% of their industry control, use, and invest their time more wisely and effectively than the lower performing sales people. The Champion Performers are more effective with their time blocking schedule than lower performers. The concept of time blocking is not new. Most of us have been exposed to it but have yet to master it.

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Compete Where You Can Win: Quit Beating Your Head Against the Wall and Go Where the Love Is By Elizabeth F. Freedman www.elizabethfreedman.com info@elizabethfreedman.com Why is selling ourselves – whether it’s to a prospective employer or client - so tough? Whether you’re looking for a job, a promotion at work, or additional clients for your business, you’ve probably experienced the joy of trying to sell your expertise, your services, or your resume and ‘hireability’ to someone else – and it can be brutal.

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Let’s start with the bottom line first: The whole purpose of a prospect presentation is to establish your competitive advantage. In the least time possible you want to communicate what makes you different from the more than 1.2 million other licensed Realtors in the United States.

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Evaluating your performance against the statistics of other agents or companies in your market segment is a great starting point, but it is rarely enough to uncover your unique edge or point of difference. When you compare your numbers to MLS stats for the number of units sold, number of listings taken, number of listings sold, and total sales volume in your market area you arrive at a picture of how you did compared to the market at large.

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One of the major challenges facing a real estate salesperson is managing leads. Selecting the right lead becomes critical to your success. The first key step is defining what a lead is to you. I have found from coaching and training real estate agents worldwide that, for even the best of them, the definition is rather broad. Most real estate agents define a lead as a human being who will create condensation on a piece of glass held up to his mouth. In other words, it is anyone breathing. The most successful real estate agents have clearly defined definitions of what is a lead.

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Most Agents know deep down inside that they need to do a better job of prospecting in order to increase business. They know that true long-term sales success is built through the work of looking for new business, but they do not do the work. Unlike those Agents, if you want to succeed, you must provide service to clients once you have acquired them, but you have to acquire them before you can serve them. The guy who builds the best mousetrap only has a great mousetrap. He still has to find someone to buy it.

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Networking is probably one of the toughest and most important aspects of the job search..not to mention our careers and overall professional development. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most hated, misunderstood and, consequently, poorly practiced areas in our careers, too, which is probably why many of us dread networking altogether. Still, like it or not, we simply must do it. It’s too difficult to land a job, an internship, or a new client today without networking. However, there is good networking and bad networking.

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If you are looking to regain some free time with your family and increase your business, you need to get quality help. Cultivating a quality assistant or team of assistants is crucial to long-term balance and growth in real estate. There will always be a limit to the amount of business you can do by yourself. For some Agents, because of their organizational skills or systems, this production level could be quite high without the addition of staff. You can also raise the production level if you are willing to trade more time.

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Imagine that you’ve just purchased a new car. Your first “real” car, you’re proud of the time you spent reading up, really doing your homework, and taking to find the right model in the right price range for you. Now, imagine that you’ve just picked up your friend for a ride in your new car, and before you’ve barely pulled out of her driveway, she proceeds to tell you about the car she thinks you should have purchased.

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Getting Along with the Boss: Build the Relationship at Work that Matters Most to Your Career Find me someone who has ever held a job, and I’ll find you someone who’s hated his boss. Call it karma, feng shui, or just the way of the world, but everyone seems to have had a boss they’ve disliked. Really disliked. Even bosses have hated their bosses. Why the hate? For starters, as you’ve read thus far, the little things can get in the way of love. I, for one, find it hard to love the boss who clips his toenails in his office, as was the case with boss #3.

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No Friends, No Contacts, No Nothin’: How to Get Your Foot in the Door When You Know Nobody Here’s something I’m not proud to admit, but I’ll admit it just the same: Once in a while – a very, rare while – I have the strange, secret desire to become Paris Hilton. That’s right – Paris Hilton. This isn’t because I have a yen to appear in every tabloid in existence, but for reasons entirely different. Simply put, Paris Hilton is connected.

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Whether you’re starting out in a career or transitioning into a new endeavor, one truth remains: If you think that hard work alone will move you up the company ladder, think again. It’s relationships –the ones you have with your manager and coworkers (present and past), clients and more – that will get you there. You’re nodding your head in agreement – and, really, why wouldn’t you be? Most of us have accepted the fact that meeting and greeting and making plenty of contacts (and, hopefully, friends) along the way, is also part of our job description.

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It’s a Cubicle, not a Living Room: What to Bring to your Workspace (and what to leave at home) If you’re reading this article at work right now, stop – at least, momentarily. Take a minute to stretch your legs, stroll around the office, and, oh-so-discreetly, check out what your coworkers have displayed in their respective work areas. Notice anything interesting? As you glance from cubicle to cubicle, chances are that if you work in a typical office, you’ve just seen more than your fair share of knickknacks, trinkets and other signs of whimsy in the workplace.

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We are embarking on a new year. The slate is clean for the first time in over a year. What a great opportunity lies before us right now. My question for you is: what are you aiming for? All great performers in life have a specific aim or objective. The archer is shooting for the bull’s eye. The ship’s captain is aiming for a specific port. What are you aiming for? This time of year holds the most promise for you over all other times of the year. You have a whole new year to create the outcome you desire. Your sales board for this year has a big zero on it.

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Think back to childhood: Were you one of those kids that sat on your bed and secretly dreamed of being a rock star? As you got older, maybe you fantasized that you’d be walking down the street and someone would approach you and say, “You must star in my next film!” When you’re young, these little daydreams are harmless, fun thoughts. But now, you’re older and your ‘someone’s-going-to-discover-me’ thoughts aren’t so cute anymore.

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Congratulations! You’re in, you did it – after all that hard work, the 42 rewrites of your resume, the hours preparing for interviews – you landed your internship. Now, before we get too carried away and start sending ourselves flowers or calling the Pope, let’s remind ourselves why we worked so hard for this internship in the first place: • To Get Work Experience – The reason most students apply for internships?

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The right job unleashes one's highest potentiaL--bringing out and fully using one's best talents, abilities, and personal attributes. The wrong job stifles those qualities--draining passion and vitality. The right job is a joy--enabling us to contribute to others in a way that provides a sense of purpose and meaning--and an exceptional vehicle for personal growth. The wrong job is a drudge--wearing away one's hopes and dreams with mind-numbing and seemingly pointless busy-work.

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“You don't drown by falling in the water; you drown by staying there." -- Edwin Louis Here’s a recent conversatio I had with a prospect I had been wooing for months: “You know, Liz, we’ve decided not to use your services, after all. Thanks so much for your time.” In one brief moment, a simple phone call ended the months I had devoted to potentially selling some services to this possible client. Or how about the time, at age 15, I delivered a presentation during a high school speech competition? “Horrendous,” wrote one judge, evaluating my performance.

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The subtitle of the book "Reset," by Kurt Anderson and Tom Brokaw is: "How this Crisis Can Restore our Values and Renew America." I agree with this view. So what is "this crisis"? Is it simply an economic recession, calling for increased frugality and hard work? Or is it something more fundamental: an opportunity to redefine our most basic assumptions about who we are--and about life itself? THE OPPORTUNITY If crisis is, as the root characters in the Chinese language suggest, a "danger" and an "opportunity," then the opportunity here is to reclaim our most basic freedom.

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Most Agents begin their real estate career with the hope of gaining financial independence. They are attracted by the possibility of earning large sums of money. Even when Agents make more than a six-figure income, the vast majority have not dramatically improved their financial balance sheet. After looking at hundreds of Agents’ Profit and Loss statements and personal spending habits, I’ve determined that real estate Agents are poorly prepared for financial independence. Why should real estate Agents be any different from the American population in general?

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I have noticed over the years in my Career Consulting practice that candidates often get "trapped" in interview questions that are designed to make them say something negative or self-defeating (which generally leads to rejection). Indeed, job-seekers are not even aware of how negative many of their answers sound at interviews!

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Instead of just being another applicant or job seeker, we are now positioning every client to be an expert, a problem-solver and a solution provider. This has made all the difference. Marc: What's your favorite strategy or technique that's working really well for your clients to find the job or career path that they are looking for?

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Like a butterfly, small businesses tend to have short lifespans. That's partly because small businesses, by their very nature, have fewer resources to draw on when times get tough — or even when they are too good. With the odds stacked against them from day one, there are at least as many ways for small businesses to fail as to succeed. Here are 10 common mistakes for entrepreneurs to avoid, drawn from 20 years of experience from CPG Executive Consulting & Entrepreneurs Worldwide founder Helen Roberts and Start Up Britain Champion for Richmond, London.r

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A Champion accepts nothing less than excellence. When you look at successful individuals and successful companies, good is not good enough. They are clearly striving for excellence. In Jim Collins’ best selling book, Good to Great, one of his premises is that good is really the enemy of great; that if we are willing to settle for good, we will never achieve greatness. I agree that to hit the Champion level as an Agent, you can’t be satisfied with mid-level skills, abilities, and mindset.

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The business environment is getting more competitive every day. New companies and new concepts are being born daily. There is always someone trying to do it better and cheaper than what has been done previously. There is more competition in today’s global economy than every before. Do you remember when the US Postal Service was the only way to send documents? Now that age-old institution has to compete with delivery services such as Fed-EX, Airbo e, UPS, as well as fax machines and the Internet with e-mail.

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The demands of a job can become stressful when there are inadequate directions that are made by management to deliver work with unclear requirements and a deadline that is very unreasonable. People work late, do not get enough sleep, and are becoming unhappy in their work environment. The economy has caused a lot of pressures on organizations to remain competitive and this has lead to reduction in force (RIF) and layoffs in many firms in several industries. All of these factors have contributed to a workforce that is stressed and over worked.

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Salespeople love referrals. They’re the sincerest form of compliment and a remarkably cost-effective route to new business. The idea of attracting referrals is so popular that sales trainers who bill themselves as referral gurus make fortunes promoting magical systems that supposedly deliver more referrals than an agent can handle, all in return for tuition at a three-day seminar. What they talk about for three days is a mystery to me. Referrals are really pretty simple stuff.

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I have shared with you my long version of what a Champion Team is. The truth is it matters very little what my definition is. The true question is what is your definition of a Champion Team? To be successful in life, we all have to affix the target. In order to hit our objectives, goals, and dreams, we have to know what those objectives, goals, and dreams are. You have to be willing to ask yourself the tough questions to get at the right answers.

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There is an old adage that we make three listing appointments for every one we actually go on. We make a presentation on the way to the appointment as we run through it in our car. We make the actual presentation live – in front of the seller. And we usually make the final one on the way home from the appointment. Which one of the three is usually the best? Right – the one on the way home. At that point, we have the opportunity to reflect and say what we really should have said the moment we froze from their question or objection. How do we make the one that truly counts the best?

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Are you burning bright or heading for burnout? Many people are heading fast toward burnout or just recovering from burnout. Burnout is a real happening for many REALTORS®. Daily we get calls from Agents who are struggling with this dilemma. Burnout occurs when reality and our expectations don’t align over time. Burnout can also trigger anger. The anger is seeded in the feeling that life is not working out the way we had thought it would. We also feel powerless to make the changes needed, or we don’t know the changes that we need to implement.

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One of the most difficult tasks in life is defining your purpose. The pay off of clarity of purpose is enormous. In working with some of the top Agents across North America, I have found that clarity is a big concern. There is a direct correlation between clarity of purpose and success. The more clarity you have in your business, the more profit you will make, and the time spent in business mode will be reduced. The people with clarity achieve more with less time worked. The most successful people spend time thinking, evaluating, and re-evaluating their progress.

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The path to failure is trying to please everyone you come into contact with. I believe that I was not put on this earth to help everyone buy and sell. I can’t help everyone, and I don’t want to. Too many Agents believe that they are forced to work with anyone who shows up. By excluding people, you will create better and more loyal clients. Some of the people we meet are unreasonable and should not be clients of anyone. They don’t deserve the honor of any Agent’s time and attention.

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The journey to a successful life should be enjoyed. True success comes from accomplishing the daily activities that will lead you to your ultimate goals in life. Failing or neglecting to accomplish the daily disciplines will lead you down the path of lost opportunities and lost income. If the penalty for not accomplishing your daily activities or disciplines were implemented today, you would look at neglecting them differently. The truth is the penalty for neglect is more visible in the future than it is today.

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For 30 years we have been taught, as REALTORS® we must be there for our clients. I hear it all the time from Agents across North America; “I want to be there for my clients.” What does ‘be there’ mean? Does ‘be there’ mean we are available 24 hours, 7 days a week for our clients? Does it mean that we miss soccer games, tee ball games, and piano recitals? For many Agents that is exactly what it means! Many of us equate access with service. We have been trained for years that access is the primary vehicle of customer service.

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Many people in real estate sales think being called a salesperson is like being called an axe murderer. Being a salesperson is an honorable profession. It is a highly skilled and professional vocation. A professional salesperson is a critical cog in any company’s success. Just ask IBM a few years ago, when they were heavy on engineers and light on sales professionals. Because of the lack of sales, IBM stock went on a free fall until their sales increased. Many REALTORS® misinterpret what a salesperson’s function is for the client.

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Sales objections are part of selling. For most people in sales, they present an immovable object in the road to your success. Real estate Agents often freeze when presented with a sales objection. They don’t know what to do or say in the face of this perceived danger. Let me share with you a radical concept. Sales objections are actually good. Now that I’ve blown your circuits, let me explain. There is no selling of anything significant without sales objections. Sales objections indicate an elevated level of interest, desire, or motivation to buy what you are offering.

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The hiring of Buyer’s Agents has perplexed Lead Agents for years. I will admit that much of what I write about this subject comes from many mistakes in personally hiring and firing Buyer’s Agents. Some of the principles, skills, techniques, and evaluations have come from the frustration of the trial and error methods that my clients initially implemented to create a more effective process to hire their Buyer’s Agents. Few Agents have any type of rules or processes to follow when deciding on which Buyer’s Agents are suited to join their team.

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When you lose your job in a market where there has been tremendous cut back in employment because of shifts in demand for products that are being manufactured in an industry that has seen better days then it may be time to look for another career. Unfortunately, this is a scenario that is becoming to common story where people are finding themselves in different career paths that were unplanned. Sometimes, these alte ative paths are exactly what you may be looking for and a fresh start in something new is what you may be looking for to help motivate you towards success.

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We as a human race are very dynamic and complex in our thoughts, actions, and emotions. We have to balance the good with the bad and sometimes there are imbalances that can cause problems in our lives. There are people who have a glowing aurora that emits positive energy while the others that are negative and bring gloom when ever they enter a room. These types of energies can translate to the office setting and can make a difference in your career. You want to be a positive person that can help motivate others to believe in you and your ideas.

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There are many corporate executives that are wondering how to best mobilize their workforce to drive the mission of their organization forward to meet their goals for the fiscal year and beyond. This has been a major puzzle for many companies that are both successful and companies that are on the brink of going out of business are trying to figure out. There is no one answer that anyone can tell a business that you need to follow a specific formula in order to become an industry giant within 5 years.

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Have you ever worked in a corporate setting where you just did not fit in at the office? Did you feel that when ever you contributed to the conversation in meetings that your co-workers believed that you did not add any value? These are some negative environmental factors at the office that can contribute to you feeling less confident as an employee. Having low self-esteem at where you work can have a dramatic effect on your job performance and have a negative impact on how others perceive you. Moving up in your career

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One of the most nerve wrecking moments in your professional life is trying to muster enough confidence to formally ask your boss for a raise. This difficulty is compounded exponentially based on your working relationship with your boss. Hopefully, you have an excellent working relationship with your superior that will allow you to start friendly negotiations on what you think would be a favorable raise. You have to remember that everyone in the company wants to make more money and feels that they should be awarded a higher percentage when they go for their annual performance review.

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When you are a person who is dedicated to creating value for your organization because you have a passion for your work then it is very important for you to be a contributor to the organization’s success. One of the toughest challenges that workers face is that there is so much competition for people to get their voice heard that they are sometimes lost in the crowd. This is even truer when there is a meeting which is scheduled to take place with several different stakeholders in attendance. Meetings have the ability to bring the best and worst out of people.

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The work environment at your organization can be a stressful place at times. When projects require you to work extra hours to support last-minute implementations, unsatisfied customers demanding that you be removed from the project, and any other issues that can cause you major headache. The point is that when work gets tough then you begin to get stressed. You need to do something to make sure that your head does not explode from all the craziness at the office. We have a couple of suggestions that you may want to do to help you deal with stress.

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When we work with our customers, one of the biggest joys that we get as professionals is to be appreciated for the service that we provide. We all work hard as knowledge workers trying to perfect our craft. One thing that no professional enjoys is when your client discusses the value that you bring to the project is not what was expected. You never want to be in a position where your job is on the line for job performance. It is up to you to make sure that never happens and we have provided some tips that you can use to help impress your client.

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One of the most important activities that you can do is to make valuable contacts in your industry with people that can help you in your career. The tough job market in 2012 demonstrated the importance of having good contacts in your rolodex that you can count on in getting new opportunities. We are moving to a new year in 2013 and we are hopeful that the job market will turn around but most people are now getting jobs based on their business contacts in other companies. There are some ways that you can solidify your business relationships with people as professional contacts.

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If you want to juice up your career and get to the next level in you career path that you feel has been put in neutral for a long time then we got some tips for you to maximize your career potential. We will cover some topics that will help you to develop a strategy to improve your ability to get the job that you have been working for all of these years. When you think of how people excel in their career, the common factors of success can be divided into the following components: education, self-motivation, planning, performance, and having a champion.

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Most Agent presentations put sellers to sleep, mainly because most presentations lack interest, usefulness, and structure. To increase the interest in your presentation, follow this advice: • Share market knowledge. Become a student of the local marketplace and share meaningful statistics. Also track trends in the national marketplace, both to enlighten your prospects and also to distinguish yourself as a well-read, well-connected, and well-informed Agent. • Ask questions.

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The recruiting process is very complex and is not as simple as a recruiter receiving your resume and you hope to get a job interview the next day. There is so much more that is involved from you sending in your resume to you getting a job offer. We want to explain the recruiting process to you at a high level, so that you may get some visibility into the hiring process. Also, remember that knowledge is power and the more that you know about this process; the better this information will serve your purposes. Now, let us talk about the hiring process.

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Entrepreneurs are born every day based on the idea of fulfilling one's ambition in providing a better life for their family and the freedom to do the work that they were meant to do. There are many people that are taking the big leap in opening up their own business with the hope in earning a profit to quit their day job. There are advantages in having your own business and we want to help you about these benefits. Advantage 1: You are in charge

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You want to be in the driver's seat and be in control of your job and destiny. Sometimes, you have to take charge of your career and be aggressive in going after your goals by taking the initiative by taking the training you need to advance your career. There are companies that have partnered with an online training provider that allows you take free training over the Internet and receive a certificate of completion based on you meeting the requirements of the criterion that is specified by the course.

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There are a number of social networks that are establishing a large population of users that are visiting these websites on a daily basis and for long periods of time. These social networks are becoming some of the most popular websites on the internet. There are new websites that are being developed for the web but it is a handful of websites that are part of the mainstream internet culture that is redefining the way people interact with each other. Companies are taking notice of how social networking is facilitating communication, interactions, and influencing decisions.

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There are a number of social networks that are establishing a large population of users that are visiting these websites on a daily basis and for long periods of time. These social networks are becoming some of the most popular websites on the internet. There are new websites that are being developed for the web but it is a handful of websites that are part of the mainstream internet culture that is redefining the way people interact with each other. Companies are taking notice of how social networking is facilitating communication, interactions, and influencing decisions.

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We invest a lot of time, energy, and emotion into our positions. We develop a lot of working relationships with our co-workers and clients. When you leave a job and move into new position in another company there are a lot of things that are involved before you can make your move. After you have negotiated the salary with the new company, accepted their position, submitted all of their paper work, and cleared all of their requirements then it is time for you to begin the process of separating yourself from your current employer.

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We spend most of our time at the office working with a group of people that we have forged strong alliances with through the sheer battle of the daily work that binds us through the shared suffering, joys, and successes that forms our working relationships, These are the people that we are proud to call our co-workers that have become more like friends and family to us. This type of relationship is very good for developing the organizational culture that helps develop better collaboration and productivity towards the success of the company.

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The legacy of our humanity would be the technology innovations that we make to support the efficiencies in business and enrichment in the quality of life for people. The information technology (IT) field is a noble field to enter that has many opportunities for people that want to succeed as knowledge workers in the job market. There are many diverse jobs in the IT field with different technology domains that range from software development to hardware support.

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If you would ask any Chief Information Officer (CIO) from anywhere around the word about what is one of the top issues that they are facing and they will tell you that it is managing their customer's data. Each company uses different products, methodologies, processes, resources to manage their data appropriately to meet the needs of their customers. There is no set one solution, design, or implementation to solve the problems of these CIOs. We all forget that the reason why information technology exists is to support the organization's critical data in order to do business effectively.

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We need to look for opportunities in the organization that we are employed with for a chance to get the training that we need to perform our jobs better. There seems to be less opportunity for us to get the training that we need to do our jobs because of major budget cuts that are happening based on the stagnant economy.

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By Hallie Crawford, Certified Career Coach There’s gloom and doom everywhere regarding the economy, especially in the media. This can make it especially difficult to focus on conducting an effective job search . Let’s be real - the economy will have an effect on your career search. It is tougher to find jobs, but not everything is as bad as the media makes it out to be. There ARE jobs out there and there ARE opportunities for you. The current economic situation requires that you be more aggressive with you career search.

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Summer is almost at and end, and many of us may be gearing up to change jobs or careers, which means preparing for an interview with a potential new employer! Depending on your approach, it could be daunting, or, with a few helpful tools, you can turn it around into a positive experience. ...

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1) Invest in yourself Brush up on your skills, experience and education. What's missing from your resume? What can make you more valuable to your employer? Identify a class to take, a work project to volunteer for. It is time and money well spent. 2) Make yourself indispensable Pitch in on ...

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Marketing for referrals with mailers, calendars, recipe cards, and other outreach and appreciation efforts is nowhere near as effective as prospecting for referrals by making personal calls and requests. The hard truth is that most consumers stand a far better chance of finding a poor agent ...

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There are two key words that lead to success in life. These words control the successful outcome of your business, marriage, and many other areas of life. Although you may have incredible talent and skill in life, you will fail if you do not master these two words – and vice versa. Even if ...

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Like a train, a transaction can get derailed at any point on the track. A closing can be hit by a clouded title, a home not appraising for value, a rapid change in interest rates, an undisclosed credit or income issue, or one of countless other unanticipated issues. Choke points cause delays ...

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Agents make three major mistakes in the CMA preparation process: They work to establish a high sales price, they include too many comparable homes in their comparison, and they overemphasize the price per square foot. Here’s how to avoid the traps: • Overpricing. If you approach a CMA with ...

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Selling in the new millennium has moved away from transactional based selling to relational based, or values based, selling. For many years, real estate Agents could focus on “doing the deal” – get the consumers into the home and the loan, and move on. Consumers are looking for more than the ...

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To be an effective salesperson, you have to understand people. You have to understand that people buy and sell for a set of reasons. They also make decisions on whom they do that with based on their reasons, not ours. Being able to read people and ask the right questions is essential to ...

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Do you have the desire to receive recognition from your peers; to be recognized as one of the top Agents in the country? If you do, you need to start by taking dead aim daily. It is the disciplines we do each day that mean the difference between being on top or being part of the crowd. ...

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Do you have the skills that will make you massively successful? Are you making the most of them? The people who are compensated the best in life are highly skilled and highly specialized. They perform few functions, but the ones they do are performed exceedingly well, and they are paid ...

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"I want a more satisfying career, but where do I begin?" When you're considering making a change in your career, it's difficult to know where to start. There are usually conflicting thoughts and feelings involved, and too often the result is a kind of paralysis. In addition, most people simply lack the necessary resources, knowledge and skill to conduct an effective search campaign on their own. Although finding a better job or more satisfying career might feel like a very random and confusing experience, there is actually a proven approach to achieving this goal.

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Coaching for peak performers has been around for years. The most successful athletes, for many decades, have been coached to win the big event. Tiger Woods would not be the golfer he is today without his golf coaches. Michael Jordan, John Elway, and Michael Johnson have all had coaches. Leaders in the business world, with some of the most successful companies, have coaches.

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If you are past 40, a phenomenon will take place (if it hasn’t already) where you will wake up one day and wonder “What’s next?” This time of questioning has become fondly called a mid life crisis. I don’t think this mid life question needs to be a crisis, but as a society that loves to ignore ...

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Are you wanting to switch careers or explore new job options? Perhaps you are unhappy with your current career, but unsure of what your options are. Maybe you have so many options that you feel overwhelmed. Whatever your situation, taking some time out for a self-evaluation prior to making ...

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In the midst of war situations around the world, many parents are wondering what can be done to protect their kids from additional stress and anxiety. Here are some helpful steps to make sure your son or daughter is not worried about world events or wars, so they can be focused on just enjoying ...

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I get a lot of questions about how to go about setting up a shopping cart for websites, and how to figure out which shopping cart companies are reputable, so I thought I’d share some helpful tips. What Are You Selling? Are you selling a service (e.g. massage, coaching, spiritual retreat, etc) ...

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Were you just laid off from your job? One small consolation is – you’re not alone. This is happening worldwide at an alarming rate. But even though it’s happening to so many people; it is still a shock to actually here those words, “We’re letting you go.” After you hear this your next thought it ...

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Your negotiating ability is a strength and an asset to your prospective employer. By doing it effectively right from the start, you are proving that when you're on the other side of the desk, you will negotiate on behalf of the company to make the best deals, get the best prices, and generate the most profit. Some hiring managers even go so far as to say that when candidates do no negotiating at all, or stop negotiating too early in the process, they're disappointed!

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Not happy in your current job? Thinking about making a career change? Dynamic lifestyles and an uncertain economy are just two of many reasons to consider a new occupation, or even an entirely different field than the one you're in now. Trust me; as a career coach who has helped many people ...

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Congratulations, you landed the interview! Now - you need to make a great impression. Are you digging through your closet? Asking everyone you know what you should wear? What kind of tie do you put on? What should you do with your hair? If you’re getting differing opinions, here are some simple guidelines to help - plus two things not everyone considers but employers do notice: 1. Dress for the job you want, not the job you currently have. If the industry is more formal, dress accordingly. If the position is a step up from your current one, dress better than you normally would.

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Does it sometimes seem like as soon as you decide to break the mold in your career and make a positive change, the whole world turns against you and tells you why you can’t do it, it’s not possible or something else that’s not very encouraging? n One of the biggest challenges that people ...

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What if you could predict, in advance, how a person would react to certain job performance tasks? What would the value of that knowledge be worth to you as a Lead Agent? What if you could predict how they will deal with challenges, make connections with others, deal with change, and respond to ...

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Being laid off in any economy is hard. However, being laid off during a recession brings on new challenges. For example, there is more competition for the jobs that are available, only certain industries are hiring, and pay is often decreased for the jobs that are available. What do you do if ...

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During the week whilst giving an interview I was asked this question - Who and What in the world inspires me? It's a great question and always fun to think about what serves as my inspiration at any given time. I find not a day goes by without being truly inspired in some way. I seek out inspiration in so many people and things all over the place.

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PART ONE – SOUL AND SOIL Our life is an apprenticeship to the truth that around every circle another can be drawn; that there is no end in nature, but every end is a beginning; that there is always another dawn risen on the mid-noon, and under every deep a lower deep opens. RALPH WALDO ...

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How much time do you spend improving your skills daily or even weekly? The skills of selling real estate include our listing presentation, follow-up systems, prospecting, negotiating, and qualifying, to name a few. It’s your mind, what you say, how you say it. How much time do we ...

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Most of the learning we do in life is from observed behavior. This observed behavior happens in all environments from work to home. A few months ago, my wife, Joan, came to me because of observed behavior that Wesley, my five-year-old son, picked up. Joan was driving home from errands with ...

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As a real estate Agent, your success depends on the quality and durability of the relationships you build with your clients, and the one and only way to build solid, enduring relationships is to deliver excellent, unrivaled service. To be an outstanding Agent you need to lavish your clients with ...

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Think of your marketplace as your playing field, not unlike an athlete views a football field, basketball court, or hockey rink. The better you know every inch of that playing field, the more you can exploit it to your advantage. Before I became a REALTOR®, in my early twenties, I was a ...

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Being successful seems to be everyone’s desire. We all want to achieve what our definition of success is in life. Have you ever wondered why successful people are successful; why they seem to go from one successful situation to another, from one victory in life to another? There is one thing ...

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The two A’s of success are Actions and Attitudes. You have to have both to achieve sustainable success in life. Having one without the other will only allow you to achieve a mild level of success. Having both will enable you to accomplish anything! If you have the right attitude in sales but ...

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When representing sellers, I always requested that offers be faxed rather than the buyers agent personally presenting the offer to my clients. I was one of the first agents in the country to take this approach nearly 15 years ago. Today it is commonplace. It allows the agent and the sellers ...

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In order for us to win in life, we must push through the adversity we face. Without facing it, we are poorly prepared for winning. The truth is most of us don’t welcome adversity like a long-lost friend. We don’t embrace with passion the pain and setbacks that occur. Alfred Russell Wallace ...

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"The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches, but to reveal to him his own."- Benjamin Disraeli You have probably heard it said many times that mentoring is a very helpful experience for both parties involved. I agree! I wholeheartedly recommend that you seek out ...

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All home sellers come with their own personalities and personal quirks, but when it comes to preparing a home for presentation you’ll find that nearly all sellers fit into one of five categories. As you begin to counsel clients regarding changes and repairs they must consider, it won’t take long ...

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One of the first things you learn as a business owner is that there's no such thing as "set in stone." Everything's a moving target, and adapting has to be part of the plan-even when it comes to your business plan itself. In fact, it's a good bet that the product or revenue model you originally start with will be worlds away from what you'll end up doing. If you fail to recognize what needs changing in time, the business can evaporate faster than you might think.r

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Some of you have had the experience of being second choice for a job. You know the story. This looked like the ideal job for you, and you spent much time and effort preparing for those interviews. Perhaps there were several rounds of interviewing with different people. Your excitement kept ...

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On Wednesday afte oon, I was headed out of my neighborhood for an appointment. Behind where I live in Overland Park, KS is a large holding pond that is fed by a natural spring and run-off area across a road called, Tomahawk Creek Parkway. It is a four lane “back road” typically ...

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FAQ’s for Business & Community Leaders "Nothing will ever be the same again." - Ted Koppel How can you keep employees motivated to work after they have experienced a major crisis event? Critical Incident Specialist Dwight Bain offers the following strategies as guidelines for business leaders ...

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Most of us enter the world of hospital-based advocacy as a “beginner.” We lack either: • the technical knowledge because we are not trained in medicine; o • the personal knowledge because we have never been an advocate and/or patient before. For hospital personnel, we ...

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Major change is almost impossible to manage alone, that’s why leaders turn to others for insight and guidance during times of massive change. They know that taking the right action quickly can prevent a stressful situation from getting worse and in fact may surprise them by turning into ...

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What five tips would you have for women to get the best possible health care possible and feel empowered with doctors? 1. Recognize that medicine is considered BIG business today and treat it as such. If you hire a contractor to do something for you in your home, you are paying their bill, ...

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“Shift Happens” has been posted on the wall of my office for many years. As a change management consultant, I placed it there as a reminder that the work I do within organizations and with executives occurs, oftentimes, at a snail’s pace. Frequently, I have to recall that this ...

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"Chaos in the world brings uneasiness, but it also allows the opportunity for creativity and growth." - Tom Barrett n Recently I have had the honor of delivering workshops for people who have been laid off from their jobs and are at an important crossroads in life. I use the term honor because ...

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In my business practice, I often find myself coaching individuals who insist on having “the final say.” They are committed to the appearance and/or actuality of being in charge and often run their own company. Few, if any, apply this commitment to their personal life as it relates to ...

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Most of us head to the hospital to visit a sick or recovering friend or family member without giving it a thought. Give it a thought! There are many things you can and should do to make sure the experience is both positive and safe for you, the patient and your family. What top things should ...

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Spring is just around the corner (starts March 20)! If your resume hasn’t been getting the results you want, Spring is the perfect time to “clean it up” and significantly improve it. Here are five tips to freshen-up YOUR resume this Spring: 1. BE BRIEF. Of the five main sections of a resume – Header/Contact Information, Career Summary, Professional Experience, Education and Affiliations or Professional Development – the Career Summary is where brevity counts most. As they say, “Less is more!”

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In today's work-world, with high unemployment, limited job openings, and a challenging economy, it is critically important to learn how to articulate your value. You've got to "sell yourself" to the employer and differentiate yourself from other candidates. The best way to do this is to tell compelling stories that highlight tangible, measurable results. And the best "tool" to use for this purpose is the Accomplishment Story. The information below will give you a clear idea of how to develop and use your own Accomplishment Stories for interview success. Accomplishment Definitions:

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This is the final installment in the Bad Boss Series. I think it’s important to answer once and for all: How did the bad boss get the job? You and your peers are constantly scratching your heads wondering if the boss has compromising pictures of the CEO. How else could this insane person get the job? Particularly when they have no apparent skills, much less know anything about your area. This is a good question and I’m here to provide you with some insight. This insight is intended to not only explain this life mystery, but to shed light on your own professional growth plan.

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You get your clothes cleaned when they’re dirty. You pay your bills each month. You see your doctor once or twice a year. You send cards to family-members at each birthday. So, why is it that most people (maybe even you!) don’t integrate career management into their regular routine? Most individuals have a reactive – not a “proactive” – approach to their careers. Thinking that you only need to “fix your career when it’s broken” (i.e., when you’re laid off, downsized or just plain miserable) is a very unfortunate misconception that will seriously limit your career success!

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In the not-too-distant past, ascending the corporate ladder assured management professionals of a bigger office, a stronger compensation package and a more secure future. But today, executives are being told: Don’t get too comfortable in that corner office, and don’t buy that fancy new car or boat you’ve always dreamed of – because your job is just as vulnerable as everyone else’s. Evidence suggests that the higher up the ladder you go, the more precarious your position may become!

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Business ownership can be one of life’s most rewarding experiences – under the right circumstances and at the right time! It’s not necessarily “better” than having a job – it’s just different. For some, self-employment is the ideal career solution. How about you? The exercises below are designed to help you ask the “tough questions,” and quickly discover whether self-employment would be right for you or not. So, take out paper and pen – or get comfortable in front of your computer – because you’re about to do some important “homework!”

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After you’ve created all your “self-marketing documents” and verbal presentations, you’re ready to take your job search “to the street” and begin networking. The goal is to contact people who can help you reach the hiring managers inside your target companies. Networking can be done on the phone, in person, via e-mail or even “snail mail.”

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Do you ever feel like you’ve lost touch with the enthusiasm and passion you once felt about your career? Remember when you were just starting-out at your first job, or you were a recent graduate? You probably thought that any job would be available to you; that every employer would want to hire you. You were excited about your prospects and believed that you had something wonderful to share.

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Every year as the holidays approach, most jobseekers and career changers make the mistake of halting all their efforts. They believe there is no point in pursuing new opportunities during the holidays, and that nobody is making hiring decisions until January, so “why bother?” Many decide to do absolutely nothing from mid-November to the second or third week in January! Making these kinds of assumptions about the holidays is, again, a huge mistake!

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Contrary to popular to popular opinion, you should never rely solely on your résumé as you pursue a job search. Your "Job Seeker's Tool Kit" should be filled with a variety of documents that will enable you to successfully market yourself with power and professionalism.

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Following are a few important points about career for everyone, not just new graduates. These were probably not discussed in school, or it didn’t seem important at the time. It should now. Careers are discovered and evolve through trial and error. • No one can tell you what you’re career ...

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It’s great to stay in touch, and Facebook, MySpace, Live journal, Bebo etc mean that you can keep up with your friends and send messages so you all know what’s going on, but just as your friends can access your page so can your potential boss and the HR department. You Google them, they Google ...

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A recent survey of 2,500 lawyers has found that despite their high pay there is widespread unhappiness at the poor work-life balance and 1 in 4 lawyers want to leave the profession because of stress. From the outside lawyers have a great life – high income, great home, holidays and possessions, ...

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You want to love your job, you want to have career satisfaction, but have you ever taken the time to think about what career satisfaction means to you? This article outlines the main reasons why people feel satisfied with their job. So read through each of these 8 areas, and decide if they are ...

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You get your clothes cleaned when they’re dirty. You pay your bills each month. You see your doctor once or twice a year. You send cards to family-members at each birthday. So, why is it that most people (maybe even you!) don’t integrate career management into their regular routine? Most individuals have a reactive – not a “proactive” – approach to their careers. Thinking that you only need to “fix your career when it’s broken” (i.e., when you’re laid off, downsized or just plain miserable) is a very unfortunate misconception that will seriously limit your career success!

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How Can You Give Yourself An Edge In A Difficult Job Market?

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You have probably read the books but somehow you are no further forward in search for a career that makes you happy. Perhaps it is now time to find a specialist career coach to help you. Research shows that people who are most satisfied and motivated in their careers are people who have a ...

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I am often asked by my career coaching clients how to best navigate a successful career transition. In other words, how can you pursue your dream job while remaining practical and fulfilling your everyday needs and responsibilities? My job as a certified career counselor is to assure you that, ...

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You hate your job, but what specifically? Take this structured approach to get some clarity, and identify some action to take. It's unlikely you hate everything, there must be something that is good, and other elements that are ok. Take some time (perhaps over the weekend) and put down in ...

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One way I set and achieve my goals is by visualizing exactly what I want and then creating a Vision Board. It helps me stay focused and thinking positively about each goal. You can do the same thing. Here’s a quick overview of how to create your own Vision Board:

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It's that time of year again, when the weather starts to warm up and the flowers begin to bloom. It's common to take this time to tidy things up a bit and prepare for the new season. What about your career path? Are you in a mess of confusion regarding your ideal job? It can be a challenge to keep moving forward when you are in this frame of mind. Maybe it's time to get some clarity with a spring cleaning. Here are three strategies to help you spring clean your career path, and get on track to land your dream job:

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Do you sometimes find that as soon as you take that leap and decide to make a positive career change, you’re met with criticism and resistance from those around you? They tell you why it’s a bad idea and try to persuade you not to follow your dream. Luckily, it only seems that way. One of the ...

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One of the most challenging aspects of making a career change is learning how to harness your dreams and make them happen. Bring your fantasy of "the perfect career for me" back down to earth and turn it into a workable plan that you can knock out step by step. I suggest you begin by setting ...

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The true formula to success, personal or professional, is seldom disclosed. Why? Is it because no-one really wants to acknowledge that there is no quick-fix to success, ove ight success, or Success for Dummies guide. World renowned golf player Gary Player is known for saying: “The more I practice, the luckier I get!” General Colin Powell shares the same belief. He said: “There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work and learning from failure.”

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Training – an Expense or an Investment? Many entrepreneurs seem to view employee training and development as more optional than essential...a viewpoint that can be costly to both short-term profits and long-term progress.

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What Is Your Business Model? If you don’t have a business model; how can you expect to be successful in business. A Business Model is imperative to each and every business. It shows investors precisely how your business will create a profitable niche in the marketplace. Why do investors place so much emphasis on business models? What do they mean?r

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You hate your job, but what specifically? Take this structured approach to get some clarity, and identify some action to take. It's unlikely you hate everything, there must be something that is good, and other elements that are ok. Step 1: Take some time (perhaps over the weekend) and put down ...

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Due to Federal and State laws prohibiting job discrimination, there are very few if any employer’s in America that would tell you they hire anyone less than the best qualified. But is this really what happens? The answer may surprise you. My entire career has been devoted to gaining a deeper ...

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1. It does help if you have undertaken some work placements as an undergraduate. This can be a formal part of your degree, e.g. a sandwich course. You can also apply for summer placements with companies. 2. If there are some career paths you are interested in see if you can shadow a key member ...

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This bad boss is sometimes known as the “helicopter boss”. They seem to have nothing better to do than to lurk over your shoulder while you’re trying to get your work done. To add insult to this, they may nit-pick and even rework what you’ve done. It leaves you wondering why they hired you in the first place, if they can spend so much time hovering over your job rather than doing their own. There are a number of potential causes for this:

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Among the many things that bad bosses have been known to do is to take credit for your hard work or ideas. You don’t like it when a peer does it, but with that group, you feel you might have some recourse to stifle what they’re doing. What do you do when a boss does it? The line between a legitimate ethics violation and simply representing innovation in the department can at times be hard to tell. There are some perspectives to have first before taking any action.

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I’ve noticed that many people struggle to identify where the line should be between their work priorities and their life priorities some call it work-life balance. This struggle gets especially significant when a person is going through major career upheavals like switching jobs or changing careers. As an adult, we amass numerous important elements to our life like spouse, home, family, friends and an ever emerging career. When decisions need to be made affecting our career directions, we take into consideration the needs and demand of those other aspects that comprise our life.

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Disagreeing with other people, without taking a body count or courting disaster, is something most people try to avoid as much as possible. Nevertheless, we recognize that we can’t always agree with everything that comes our way – even if it comes from the boss. Many of us think that disagreement with the boss is one of those career-limiting moves to be avoided as all costs. Think again.

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Warning! I’m about to speak in code. We like to think of ourselves as: “not interested in making big money” or “not overly ambitious” or “focused more on life than work” or what? Being lazy is something we don’t like to admit to ourselves much less our own mother (who will love us no matter what except being lazy). We will substitute other words and rationalization for our behavior. You think we can’t tell but we can. You’re lazy and second to bad body odor, no one really wants to around that even if you’re charming. OK, maybe if you’re charming but only then.

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The one thing you can count on in business is nothing ever stays the same. That goes for the boss, too. Bosses come and they go even when your job remains in place. In some businesses, they come and go so fast they feel like a hit and run. While it would be nice to have some stability, it’s not something you can count on. Moreover, you can actually use it for boosting your career.

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In addition to her full-time job, your co-worker is a beauty consultant in the evenings. Your husband, a CPA Monday through Friday, works at a gourmet food market on weekends. Your uncle, an engineer, coaches the high school soccer team every Fall and works at a Summer camp for one month each year. Welcome to the new American career path: adults who hold full-time jobs during the day as well as part-time or freelance positions. According to recent U.S. Labor Department statistics, more than 6.9% Americans are considered multiple job holders.

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One of our biggest fears associated with our employment is facing the possibility of the ultimate rejection: getting fired. I’m not talking about being laid off. I’m talking about they don’t dig what you do or how you do it and you are given the pink slip. It can be devastating on both a personal and professional level. People I’ve spoken to who have been through this experience often find it difficult to move past it and consequently, let it form their behavior. That behavior isn’t always the kind that helps, especially the ongoing replay of the low points.

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Once you've done your strategic networking, gotten some names and numbers, made some introductions, leveraged recruiters, and gotten referred to the right people in the right places, it's time to sit down and master the art of the interview. Let's start by looking at the phases of the interview process.

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I recently posted a question in various Linked In groups and posed the question “What are your Career goals for 2011?” Among the many things I heard about, a common theme among the job seekers was, of course, to get a job. It didn’t stop there. We’re not just looking for a job; we’re looking for more. I’d like to discuss some of the comments people made because I think these people are on the right track. Here are some of the things we’re looking for.

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You've been wanting a new job, a new career, a new "fill in the blank" for a while now. Despite your best intentions you haven't been able to start -- or you've started but what you've tried hasn't worked. Even though you are accomplished in many other areas in your life, achieving this goal has been elusive. This circumstance is one of the key reasons why coaches exist. The right coach can make the difference between continuing to try and ultimately reaching your goal. If you're thinking of going this route, here's what you should expect from a good coach:

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Is Your Marriage in Trouble? The Seven Deadly Signs…. by Don Ross, MFT 1. DEADLY SILENCE. Here is the #1 cause of divorce, according to research. Perhaps the most dangerous of all the signs because it can seem so harmless: you have simply stopped talking about problems. Your goal, consciously or unconsciously, has become to avoid conflict at all costs. The problem with this strategy is that it drains all the life out of a marriage--often leading to a couple becoming more like housemates than life partners. When *was* the last time you made love? 2. UPROAR.

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“The western route will never work.” “No one has ever done that before.” “What makes you think you are right?” These are some of the words Christopher Columbus heard. He knew there was a sea route which was shorter to Japan. It is a fact we know today that he was wrong in these calculations. He knew the easterly ‘trade winds’ would aid his fleet of ships. This not only proved correct in speeding his ships toward the Americas, in the other direction the westerly winds aided his safe return home to Europe.

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When last did you look forward to getting up for work in the morning? Better still, when last did you not experience that knot in your stomach on a Sunday evening as you began to dread the Monday grindstone? Is it just me or do you get the feeling that something is wrong with this picture? Many of us have been brought up to believe that work is not meant to be fun. It’s a place to earn a living to support your family. Fulfillment… what fulfillment? Rub the sleep out of your eyes and wake up! Or at least that’s what our grandparents would have drummed down our throats.

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I have always been passionate about what I do, and that’s why I do it. Even from the beginning of my career I made a pact with myself, that the day that I don’t enjoy what I do, is the day I’ll do something else. My philosophy is and has always been, do what you’re passionate about, what you love. Tap in to what your real life purpose is and pursue it and you will feel totally fulfilled. How many people do you know that absolutely love what they do? That can’t wait for Monday mornings? Or should I ask

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Mid-Life Career Change At the age of 40, Grant was a school teacher who merely existed from one day to the next. He didn’t dislike his chosen career path, but was becoming increasingly frustrated. The frustration made him feel irritable and he took it out on the people closest to him, leaving him even more isolated. Bottom line is that Grant wasn’t happy. He had achieved what he wanted to as a school teacher, but felt it was time to move on and achieve new things.

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New Year’s Resolutions – Friend or Foe? Set Yourself Up For Success In 2012! Where are you at in your life? How was 2011 for you? What went well, what didn’t go so well? Where do you want to be this time next year? What are the top 5 things you want to achieve in 2012?

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The Pillars of NLP For You’re Career Your Business ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSr

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THE RULES OF THE DATING GAME By Don Ross, MA, MFT* GAME: "a competitive activity involving skill, chance, and endurance on the part of two or more people who play according to rules." (Random House Dictionary) RULE #1: HOW WELL YOU ENJOY THIS GAME = HOW WELL YOU MASTER THE RULES. It is up to you to learn the rules. Ignorance of the rules will not protect you from the consequences of breaking them. RULE #2: HOW WELL YOU ENJOY THIS GAME IS BASED ON THE PURPOSE YOU GIVE IT.r

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The New Year always brings new and exciting things! It is a time to overcome the obstacles in your life such as relationships, lifestyle, and your career. In order to overcome obstacles in your career, you have to keep positive outlook and start creating goals that you can be proud of. No matter what your story is, use the New Year as a time to examine yourself and your job search. Having the right outlook is the key to determining where obstacles will lead you.

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We all have our share of junior high school traumas, right? Here’s mine: Picture me, a somewhat nerdy (OK, extremely nerdy) student in my seventh grade French class, being told by the teacher that I didn’t have the chops to continue on to the advanced French class for the following academic year, and that I would have to stick it out in the ‘regular’ class instead.

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Elevator Speeches are becoming an important item in the toolkit of most people. It doesn’t matter if you are a job seeker, business person or gainfully employed professional, you need a powerful Elevator Speech (ES) to extend and support your personal brand. What you say and how you say it are equal parts to delivering an ES that will either cause people to take notice of you or go to sleep. Here are ten tips for ensuring that you have an ES that packs a punch:

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For most of us, life offers abundant opportunities for joy, pain, laughter and tears. The good times you savor. The great times you treasure, and the hard times are part of the character of your heart and soul. Our ability to handle life‘s challenges is a measure of our heart, faith, and character, but where do we learn how to deal with challenges, hard times, and difficulties? In school, it‘s the basics…reading, writing, arithmetic. But what about Life‘s 101 - the keys to living? What about failed relationships, losing your job or a loved one?

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It has often been said that, "You only get one chance to make a first impression." Whether you are networking, interviewing for a job or meeting new colleagues for the first time, here are some guidelines to keep in mind which will make a good first impression. * Be mindful of the other person's time. Ask if this is a good time for them before proceeding into the discussion (or identify another time that would be better). When attending a scheduled meeting or interview, ask how much time the other person has, and hold to that timeframe.

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Voluntarily changing careers can be a frightful thing for many people. It can be so frightening that it will delay or completely stop us in our tracks before we even get started. Yet, our heart yearns for something else, something more than what we have right now. Our heart knows that there is a better career and therefore, better life waiting out there for us to pursue. At the same time we are struck with fear.

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We’ve been told to be assertive, and ask for what we want – but do we cross the line when it comes to our careers? As a former fundraiser, I was taught to ask for the money – we can’t expect people to read our minds or to hand over their checkbooks. And, I’ve seen enough ‘Oprah’ by now to know that, no, I can’t expect my husband to know that, yes, I really did want to get a huge bouquet of flowers for Valentine’s Day, not just the card. The moral of the story? We’ve got to ask for what we want, or we may not get it. And yet…

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Ranstad recently completed a nation-wide survey of employees measuring a number of aspects having to do with salary, benefit, work conditions and expectations they have for this coming year. Ranstad is the second leading global HR and Staffing firm. One outstanding figure was 43% of the people responding indicated they were looking for a promotion this year. That’s going to be a lot of people taking their spouse out to celebrate.

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There is a reason for the term “short-timer”. Whether you are in the military and ready to separate or in the corporate world and ready to leave your job, it can be a struggle to keep both your body and mind on the job. We are notorious for apathy, disregard and detachment once the decision to move on has been made. In fact, some short-timers have been known to toss all work-place standards out the door. They begin showing up late, conduct long personal phone calls and have a blatantly disrespectful attitude. We’ve all seen this and sometimes we’ve even done it.

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If you’re reading this, you probably don’t need to worry too much about bad decision making or judgment. Most of the time, people who amble through life are barely making it, and give as much “thought time” to their behavior as a cow does. Nevertheless, it’s good to occasionally think about this issue before you seriously trash your future. I would point out that there are things that don’t show up on this list, like leaving the microphone on while you discuss top secret information, simply because they are so rare.

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The day has finally arrived. The boss has girded their loins and is now prepared to tell you – you’ve missed the mark. Your performance is bad. This is the day we all dread. We have friends who lived through this and told you hair-raising stories about deep-seated hatred and paranoia. The boss can’t stand me, the boss is out to get me and everyone “knows”. You feel like a marked person with only a short time in the job before getting the boot. You are dead man walking.r

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Ahem, I would like to point out Oprah’s use of the term “Next Chapter”. Notice the similarities between that and Next Chapter: New Life (my coaching business name)? I’ve been seeing that term not only in reference to Oprah’s new TV channel but I’ve seen it on the side of busses around town and even ads in magazines. I think the ever so slight improvement in our economy has now got us thinking about that Next Chapter in our life. We are truly ready to turn the page on what and how things are going now and get on with what the Next Chapter brings.r

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Now its time to look clearly at what not really going for your dreams has cost you – mentally, emotionally, spiritually and financially. Give your full attention and commitment to this exercise. It is vital for creating the kind of success that you deserve to have in your life. Spend two or three minutes on each of the questions below. Don’t take a lot of time thinking about your responses. Just write the first thoughts that come in to your mind. Play full out and really go for it.

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Executive MBA programs continue to rise in popularity. With so much to consider in terms of the investment of time and dollars, you want to make sure it's right for you. For those who don't know, an Executive MBA (EMBA) is a program similar to an MBA, however you can work full time while earning your degree. Most programs are about two years with classes usually held on alte ating Fridays and Saturdays. There are even more flexible alte atives like Columbia Business School's EMBA program which just introduced a Saturday only class.

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On Friday evening I finished work and headed out of the City to my house in the country. It’s about a two hour drive. Along the way I thought about the week I had and the people I worked with and the changes they were making and the impact it was having on their life. I felt incredibly satisfied. I felt blessed to be apart of it.

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It’s review time at the office and your boss has asked you to complete a self-assessment – those forms that ask you to rate yourself on your own work performance. Here’s where you’re going to have to walk the gauntlet like never before. After all, you’re being asked to step back and consider how your work on the product launch, or office reorg, “exceeded” or “met” expectations (or, God forbid, only met the “minimum” requirement) – no easy task. Here’s how to cope:r

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If you feel trapped in a job you can't stand, you may be tempted to just quit. As understandable as this may be, it's the last thing you want to do as this will haunt you when you need a reference. There are formal references which usually have to adhere to a company's policy and then there are the "off the record" types that are not given in an official capacity. The bottom line is it's too risky. So, how do you deal with a job that you can barely tolerate?

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Want to help yourself and your career? Quit asking for permission. Just go ahead, grab the bull by the horns, and do it. Far better to ask for forgiveness later than permission now. Here’s why:

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What would it mean to your business if…. Sales professionals had better conversations with prospects? Leaders had better conversations with clients? Managers had better conversations with their teams? Employees had better conversations with each other? It isn’t any secret that it makes bottom-line sense to have great conversationalists within your organization. Did you know: • Organizations who rate high on communication skills are up to 43% more productive than other companies (Hay Group)r

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“The enemy is fear. We think it is hate; but, it is fear.” Mahatma Gandhi I recently heard this acronym at a seminar and it made so much sense. FEAR = False Evidence Appearing Real Then it was followed up with a statistic that 80% of our fears never happen. Where In Life Is Fear Holding You Back? Relationships? Career? Finances? Health? Look at your life right now and where is fear holding you back?

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If you had the choice, which superpower would you want to have? Here are the choices - Superpower #1: The Power of Flight, like Superman. Superpower #2: Being invisible – go anywhere, anytime, unseen.

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If you had the choice, which superpower would you want to have? Here are the choices – Superpower #1: The Power of Flight, like Superman. Superpower #2: Being invisible – go anywhere, anytime, unseen.

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At the interview, it is perfectly acceptable for you to ask questions and to take notes throughout the meeting (which will help you to formulate your questions). In some cases, you’ll be judged more on the questions you’re asking than the answers you’re giving! After all, you might wind-up working for this interviewer, so it is important for you to find out as much as you can about how he or she works, thinks and communicates.

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Over the course of my consulting career, I have worked with thousands of key executives – CEOs, Partners, COOs, Presidents, Senior Vice Presidents, Directors and so on. Top business professionals like these present special challenges to the Career Coach, because these clients face unique challenges in their own career transitions! As someone who specializes in working with this clientele, I have identified 10 distinct issues that senior executives usually confront when conducting a job search – and I have developed some practical, effective suggestions to address each of those issues:

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My clients often express frustration after they’ve completed their interviews for a position they want. The common complaints include, “Why doesn’t the company call me back?” or “I feel like I have no power; all I can do is wait for an answer,” or “Can’t I do anything to make the employer say YES?” After working as a top-level Career Consultant for many years, and helping thousands of clients through the “interview maze,” here is what I can tell you: There is no “secret trick” or “magic bullet” that will get the employer to offer you the job!

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One important way that you can improve your odds in the job search is to research and be aware of the competition. There are two kinds of competition in this context: other companies in your field and other professionals in roles similar to yours. Always know who they are and what they’re doing. Endeavor to “know the competition better than they know themselves.” This will greatly enhance your competitiveness on many levels, and it will also allow you to jump on opportunities that others might not yet be aware of!

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As regular readers of "Your Career Advocate" know, I sometimes feature the writing of others in this space. I thought this piece by Amy Dinning would be an ideal selection, because many clients have recently been asking, "What, exactly, should I be doing to maximize my job search efforts?" Amy has offered so many excellent strategies, that we needed to divide her article into two parts. Below, please see Part Two of "Tips for a Successful Job Search."rn– Ford R. Myers

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Start with imagination, says Italian Peruvian author and consultant Piero Morosini. Make it the focus of your work. Not money, not power, not stock options. Imagine. Now, imagine what careers, jobs, and the transitions between them would look like in that world. Seven Keys I recently heard Peter Day of the BBC's Global Business program interview Morosini about his new book The Seven Keys to Imagination, subtitled "Creating the future by imagining the unthinkable ... and delivering it".

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Oh, I guess you did grow up. But is this the grown up you wanted to be when you were a kid? Are you happy with how your career turned out? Most of us aren’t. In fact, huge numbers of us aren’t happy at all with our careers. Despite our unhappiness with our work situation, the biggest reason we don’t change to something else is our own fear. The fear associated with a reluctance to improve our work has multiple layers to it. I recently polled several groups on Linked In and fear was their number one barrier. Here is what I heard was getting in our way: Fear of change o Discomfortr

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Don Martinez is a Master Certified Coach MNLP/PTrnEXECUTIVE COACHING Center of Excellence & Success CAREER | BUSINESS | LIFE | ENTREPRENEURSHIP “The power to make the impossible happen” Executive Coaching Services An executive coach is like a personal trainer for your business - and your life.r

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My name is Helen Roberts, a Career Development expert with 17 years experience in the industry. I've never seen a market quite like this one. In today's economic climate many people are 'hurting' like never before, financially & emotionally. We have record numbers unemployed across the length and breadth of the UK, US and Ireland. It is my passion to help as many people as I can, help themselves, move forward in their career. Here are some top tips to help you through your career transition.

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Several decades ago, clear employment laws were put in place in the U.S. to ensure that employers would make hiring decisions based only upon information that directly related to the requirements of the job. But despite these laws, many excellent job seekers sometimes still get passed over based on personal information that the hiring managers should never have known in the first place.

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With November and the upcoming holidays in the air, the turf changes for hiring that can be either problematic for job seekers, or an opportunity. As a job seeker you will do much better during this season if you are prepared ahead of time for how the business environment is likely to change.

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Recently, there was an article in the Portland Tribune that discussed volunteer rates, particularly as they relate to the unemployed. It was a great article with several lessons built right in.

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Career portfolios focus on the importance of career planning. What are career interest portfolios? Career interest portfolio is - • Snap shot of the interests, abilities, and skills • Diary that lists your goals, dreams, and visions • Log book for occupational exploration and planning • Guidebook to future job planning • Storybook of your lifetime journey Career education portfolios are self awareness or occupational exploration portfolios. These portfolios provide guidance in completing the three steps of the career planning process - • Self-Knowledger

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In recent years, there has been a lot of conversation about “personal branding.” Some have found the topic confusing or simply irrelevant. Others have embraced the concept, worked hard to develop their own personal brands, and found great success in the effort. There are even certification courses in personal branding, such as William Arruda’s “Reach Program.”

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When it comes to job search and career development, I think 99% of the population has it wrong and “does it backwards.” This realization comes from my more than 25 years of experience as a Career Coach, and after working with literally thousands of clients. Looking back, I believe that this opinion has been developing in my mind for many years. But it was only recently that my thoughts crystallized into a form that I could express in a succinct message.

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Normal channels and methods for face-to-face networking have been disrupted by the Coronavirus pandemic. But we don’t have to stop networking! Instead, we should shift our networking to online and virtual channels (including e-mail and telephone)! You can still maintain your existing network very effectively and even grow your contact database during this challenging period. In fact, people are more receptive now than ever before because almost everyone is hungry for interpersonal connection (and most people have more time on their hands).

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Much has been written about how to expand your contact network, how to set-up a networking meeting, and how to structure the networking discussion. No matter how strictly you follow the meeting agenda, however, there should be time left for “general conversation.” This is how you will build rapport and learn a great deal from your networking partner. So, what sorts of topics should you focus on, and what kinds of questions should you ask? See below: About the industry: * What are the major challenges facing this industry today? * Is the field continuing to grow?r

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Let’s make one thing clear right from the start – executive search firms, recruiters, and employment agencies are not in business to help you land a job. The recruiter is not your advocate, your friend, or your agent. Recruiters, employment agencies, and search firms are merely channels through which you may secure an opportunity for an interview!

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“Bias at the Workplace - 11 ways to avoid it” By Irene Gloria Addison We are all humans and possibly one of the most human elements in our behavior is bias! And bias comes in so many flavors: it can be based on your tribal origin, where you went to school, where did you grow up, if you have tattoos, your weight, skin colour (tone of it and whether you bleach), your gender, your age, your height, your religion, and so many other things… that list is ‘endless’.

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A Career Change in 2019? Here is the ‘How-to’ By Irene Gloria Addison It is a Brand New Year and some of us might have wished for a Brand New Career in 2019. Is it doable? Of course it is! Over the years, I have read several books and articles on Career Changing, but to my humble opinion, I have not yet seen the definitive Golden Path to career switching. But I do welcome any relevant advice, so I can share it and help people succeed. Meanwhile, may I suggest that you -please- follow these 11 steps bellow? Step 1: Understand why do you want a New Career.r

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An exceptional resume is not difficult to create – if you know the “code” NEWS FLASH: It’s not that difficult to put together an excellent resume! There are hundreds of resume books out there, with at least 50 different ways to write resumes “the right way.” But after almost 25 years of experience as an Executive Career Coach, I can tell you that there is a “secret code” for resumes. And either you know it, or you don’t. If you DON’T know the code, you will: * Read a lot of resume books and try 6-8 different formats for your resume.r

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At the beginning of every career coaching engagement, I have clients do a “Values Clarification Exercise.” I always tell them that this may be the most important and powerful exercise we will do in the entire program. EVERYTHING is rooted in your core values – everything you do, say, wear, eat. Every decision you make, every relationship you choose, every job you take – how you plan and prioritize, how you treat people, what you studied in school.

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Over the past few years, our career coaching practice has been attracting a growing percentage of clients who want to talk about retirement planning – not just career planning. I have wondered why this is. Is it because people are becoming more aware, educated and savvy about the subject of retirement in general? Is it because my colleagues and I are getting older; so we are naturally drawing an older client demographic? Is it because some people simply have more options to consider, with the stock market (and some investment portfolios) reaching record highs?

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When you’re conducting a job search, you need to “sell yourself.” You need to tell everyone who will listen how fabulous you are and how qualified you are. Right? Well, sort-of. Of course you have to “sell yourself,” but there is a better way to establish your desired impression or “brand.”

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10 ways to reduce Employee’s Time Waste. By Irene Gloria Addison, Owner of HIREghana You might not want to accept it, but the reality is that employee- disinterest (lack of engagement as it is called these days), boredom, frustration and even resentment and disinterest can ‘occupy’ your employees’ minds and hold them back from reaching maximum productivity if any. And let’s be honest… have you never yourself experienced moments where either you or your colleagues were watching the minute hand till it reached closing- time? Employee Time Waste in Perspective

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Communication is undoubtedly one of our basic human needs. And it is even taught at Universities as a separate discipline. Aside that there is an irksome sea of books on the topic; there is definite a plethora of all sorts of books. And the internet is full of articles on strategic internal communications and best practices on how to communicate glorious memos to your employees.

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We are all aware that whenever we apply as candidates for almost any role, we might eventually be asked for a few employment references from our previous role. And even though they might not be so common for junior and entry- level roles, they are almost the rule for all professional and senior placement. And the same way that you spend time preparing a CV and a Cover Letter, you should also invest a good amount of time preparing a full list of references and keep also a long-term active relationship with your referees.

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We are all aware that whenever we apply as candidates for almost any role, we might eventually be asked for a few employment references from our previous role. And even though they might not be so common for junior and entry- level roles, they are almost the rule for all professional and senior placement. And the same way that you spend time preparing a CV and a Cover Letter, you should also invest a good amount of time preparing a full list of references and keep also a long-term active relationship with your referees.

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As an active recruiter (I am the owner of HIREghana – www.HIREgh.com), I and my associates come daily across through a variety of candidates whom we prescreen for our clients. Strangely enough and most definitely true, you need a completely different skill- set to get the job, than you need to actually do the job. There is plenty of advice to google on interview techniques. One less known but possibly highly effective method/ skill-set to ace your interview is NLP. NLP stands for NeuroLinguistic Programming. Let me express this in a different way:

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As an active recruiter (I am the owner of HIREghana – www.HIREgh.com), I (and my associates) come daily across through several hundred of Linkedin profiles via our candidate sourcing searches and via our very own professional networking too. And we see a lot of things that seem to be common to African profiles, so I decided to write a series of articles aiming to offer my very own humble opinion in the form of advice. This is the second one in a series of postings to come over the next weeks/ year.

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As an active recruiter (I am the owner of HIREghana – www.HIREgh.com), my associates and I come daily across through several hundred of LinkedIn profiles via our candidate sourcing searches and via our very own professional networking too. And we see a lot of things that seem to be common to African profiles, so I decided to write a series of articles aiming to offer my very own humble opinion in the form of advice. This is the four article in a series of postings to come over the next weeks/ year.

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As an active recruiter (I am the owner of HIREghana – www.HIREgh.com), my associates and I come daily across through several hundred of LinkedIn profiles via our candidate sourcing searches and via our very own professional networking too. And we see a lot of things that seem to be common to African profiles, so I decided to write a series of articles aiming to offer my very own humble opinion in the form of advice. This is the four article one in a series of postings to come over the next weeks/ year.

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My associates and I at HIREghana (www.HIREgh.com), we posted almost 3 weeks ago an opening for a Personal Assistant (for a CEO). This article is based on our experience with that 'current' job opening (that search is finished as of now). I thought that it would be nice for candidates to have a look at real numbers -at least based on our own experience- on the job market of today! I hope/ I wish that the other recruitment agencies are equally transparent and help all candidates (and employers too) get a better inside into the current Ghanaian Job Market.

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As an active recruiter ( I am the owner of HIREghana, www.HIREgh.com ), my associates and I come daily through several candidates' CVs (we have a repository of 30,000+ Ghanaian CVs) and (lack of) accompanying Cover Letters. Over the years, I have also read several unfortunately bad books on Cover Letters (why do you need a book to tell someone how to write a simple letter?) and a lot of outdated online advice. So, kindly allow me to offer some brief tips coming from experience. Why a Cover Letter (CL)?

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As an active recruiter ( I am the owner of HIREghana, www.HIREgh.com ), my associates and I come daily through several candidates' CVs (we have a repository of 30,000+ Ghanaian CVs). Over the years, I have also read several -unfortunately- bad books on CV writing and a lot of outdated online advice. And while there is plenty of advice on what to write and the how-to, there is also good to know what to avoid in a CV... those CV mistakes known as 'CV-Killers'.

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As an active recruiter (I am the owner of HIREghana, www.HIREgh.com ), my associates and I come daily through several candidates' CVs (we have a repository of 30000+ Ghanaian CVs). Over the years, I have also read several -unfortunately- bad books on CV writing and a lot of outdated online advice. And while there is plenty of advise on what to write and the how-to, there is rarely emphasis on adding 'cold data' on your CV.

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Employee Goal Setting and SMART By Irene Gloria Addison, Owner of HIREghana

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As an active recruiter (I am the owner of HIREghana – www.HIREgh.com), my associates and I, come daily across through several hundred of LinkedIn profiles via our candidate sourcing searches and via our very own professional networking too. And we see a lot of things that seem to be common to African profiles, so I decided to write a series of articles aiming to offer my very own humble opinion in the form of advice. This is the first one in a series of postings to come over the next weeks/ year.

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In all my years of experience in the career services field, I have coached thousands of job seekers through their searches and career transitions. I have also worked as an executive recruiter, filling positions for corporate clients. I have seen the hiring process from the perspectives of both parties, and on both sides I have observed many “red flags” or warning signs during the hiring process. These are like “red lights” saying “STOP,” or at least “yellow lights” indicating that it would be wise to slow-down.

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In my career coaching practice, I often find myself telling clients that they need to pursue two parallel paths in order to achieve career success and satisfaction. They inevitably ask, “You mea I have to work in two different careers at the same time?” No, that’s not what I mean. Here are the parallel paths I’m talking about: 1. Whatever job you happen to have now, do it and do it well. Give it your all. Contribute your best skills. Make a real difference for the company. Manage your job like a real professional.

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I recently featured an article in this e-newsletter about Accomplishment Stories. I’m going to assume that you have written and memorized your own Accomplishment Stories, that you’ve extensively practiced telling them, and that you’ve even used them in some interviews.

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My clients often express frustration after they’ve completed their interviews for a position they want. The common complaints include, “Why doesn’t the company call me back?” or “I feel like I have no power; all I can do is wait for an answer,” or “Can’t I do anything to make the employer say YES?”

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A few years ago, I wrote an article about questions that job candidates can ask interviewers. The piece received very positive response, so I decided to update it and share a new tip to make your interviews even more successful.

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When it comes to job search and career development, I think 99% of the population has it wrong and “does it backwards.” This realization comes from my more than 20 years of experience as a Career Coach, and after working with literally thousands of clients. Looking back, I believe that this opinion has been developing in my mind for many years. But it was only recently that my thoughts crystallized into a form that I could express in a succinct message.

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Americans make all kinds of New Year’s resolutions – to lose weight, to stop smoking, or spend more time with family and friends. However, one rarely hears anyone say, “I’m committed to improving my career situation this year.” To encourage this sort of work-related resolution, I have developed a simple six-part “Power Plan” designed to help people make the most of their job and career in 2016. 1: PERFORM AN INTERNAL AUDIT

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Would you like to get your career on track, with more power and momentum than ever before? Are you prepared to create the focused and productive career that you know you are capable of having — one that will give you great satisfaction and financial reward? When you think back to prior career transitions, did you also believe that you were finally going to “get it right?”

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One important way that you can improve your odds in the job search is to research and be aware of the competition. There are two kinds of competition in this context: other companies in your field and other professionals in roles similar to yours. Always know who they are and what they’re doing. Endeavor to “know the competition better than they know themselves.” This will greatly enhance your competitiveness on many levels, and it will also allow you to jump on opportunities that others might not yet be aware of!

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Introduction Let’s assume that you’ve done your strategic networking, gotten some names and numbers, leveraged recruiters, and gotten referred to the right people in the right places. Now it’s time to learn some important details about the interviewing process. What follows is an outline of the different types of interviews, how they work, and what you can expect during each of these interview situations. At some companies, you will actually be taken through all these interview steps before a hiring decision will be made. In other cases, you may bypass some of the intermediary stages.r

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When you’re searching for a new job, would you rather be “chasing after employers,” or would you rather have employers “chasing after you?” The answer is quite obvious – given a choice, you’d much rather have employers chasing after you! Is this some fantasy or “pipe dream?” No, the choice is yours, and you can make this experience a reality. You really can conduct your job search in such a way that employers get very interested in you and take the first step by reaching out to you.

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If you’re seriously considering making a career change, it will be important to go through some preliminary “internal exercises” to discover what type of role would be best for you. Here at Career Potential, LLC, we use at least seven exercises that are very powerful. These are explained in detail, with multiple examples, in my book, Get The Job You Want, Even When No One’s Hiring. With the guidance of a skilled career consultant, these exercises can generate a high level of clarity, focus and direction.

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Every year as the holidays approach, most jobseekers and career changers make the mistake of halting all their efforts. They believe there is no point in pursuing new opportunities during the holidays, and that nobody is making hiring decisions until late January, so "why bother?" Many decide to do absolutely nothing from mid-November to the second or third week in January! Making these kinds of assumptions about the holidays is, again, a huge mistake!

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Before discussing how type is used in the field of outplacement, we should first define what the word “outplacement” means. It is: the career consulting services provided to an organization to facilitate a reduction in workforce. Corporate outplacement is actually a benefit that the employer provides to its displaced employees by contracting with an outplacement consulting organization. There is also a “retail” side of the outplacement business, in which an individual who is in need of career guidance engages the services of an outplacement organization directly.

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Back in September of 2012, I published an article in this e-newsletter titled, "Salary Negotiation: 21 Rules of the Game." The piece provided specific tips and techniques for increasing your salary offers. In this article, we're going to "step back" and take a broader view of the salary issue. To really maximize your success in negotiating compensation, it’s important to have a "big picture perspective" and approach the process strategically.

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It's only Sunday night but already you're thinking about the dreaded event: returning to work on Monday. If this is the thought that goes through your mind each Sunday night, here are some ideas that can help. I suggest the following six strategies to help overcome those "Sunday night blues" and establish a fresh approach to Monday mornings: 1. Plan out your week on Sunday nights and write down your tasks. This will help break things down into smaller pieces so the work won't seem so overwhelming.

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You get your clothes cleaned when they’re dirty. You pay your bills each month. You see your doctor once or twice a year. You send cards to family-members at each birthday. So, why is it that most people (maybe even you!) don’t integrate career management into their regular routine? Most individuals have a reactive – not a “proactive” – approach to their careers. Thinking that you only need to “fix your career when it’s broken” (i.e., when you’re laid off, downsized or just plain miserable) is a very unfortunate misconception that will seriously limit your career success!

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You get your clothes cleaned when they’re dirty. You pay your bills each month. You see your doctor once or twice a year. You send cards to family-members at each birthday. So, why is it that most people (maybe even you!) don’t integrate career management into their regular routine? Most individuals have a reactive – not a “proactive” – approach to their careers. Thinking that you only need to “fix your career when it’s broken” (i.e., when you’re laid off, downsized or just plain miserable) is a very unfortunate misconception that will seriously limit your career success!

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After you’ve created all your “self-marketing documents” and verbal presentations, you’re ready to take your job search “to the street” and begin networking. The goal is to contact people who can help you reach the hiring managers inside your target companies. Networking can be done on the phone, in person, via e-mail or even “snail mail.”

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Do you ever feel like you’ve lost touch with the enthusiasm and passion you once felt about your career? Remember when you were just starting-out at your first job, or you were a recent graduate? You probably thought that any job would be available to you; that every employer would want to hire you. You were excited about your prospects and believed that you had something wonderful to share.

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In considering the self-employment option, there are two main questions to ask yourself: 1. Is self-employment potentially right for you? 2. If so, which of the four paths to business ownership would be best for you? You have two main career paths: Self Employment vs. “Getting a Job” Is Business Ownership Right for You? Three questions to help you discover an answer: 1. Why are you exploring entrepreneurial alte atives at this time? 2. Rate your desire/motivation/commitment to have your own business, 1 to 10 (10 being the highest)r

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On July 2, 2010, CNNMoney.com an an interesting article about older job candidates. Click here to read the article. It stated that “Companies are starting to hire again, but many are turning their backs on older job seekers.” The piece went on to say, “The nationwide unemployment rate for older workers – while lower than that of younger workers – has barely moved since hitting a record high of 7.2% in December of 2009. This rate is currently 7.1%.”

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In today’s challenging economy, many people feel that they have lost a sense of control over their careers. Widespread corporate layoffs and downsizings have made the job market a tenuous environment in which to build a solid future. As a result, a growing percentage of my career consulting clients are turning to entrepreneurship as a viable alte ative.

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As a Career Consultant, I work with clients on all the tools and techniques that are needed to succeed in the job search – including interviewing skills. One thing I have noticed over the years is that candidates often get “trapped” in certain interview questions that are designed to make them say something negative or self-defeating (which generally leads to rejection). Indeed, job-seekers are not even aware of how negative many of their answers sound at interviews!

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Are You Prepared When You Land That Federal Interview? 4 Tips to Incorporate in Your Interview Process It’s your dream come true right? Submit that perfect federal application, get the call from HR saying, “we’re interested, you’re referred and we’d like you to meet the hiring official”, or what if they would like you to meet with a group of managers by phone first? How confident are you that at that point you could do what it takes to land that federal job?

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There was once a time when I thought “Office Politics” was tantamount to a dirty word. It was something low, underhanded and potentially unethical. If this sounds familiar, I’m here to illustrate for you that office politics isn’t this offensive behavior I once thought it was. Hopefully, I can help you jump beyond that to see how it is something for you to master, if you intend to rocket your career to the next level.

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Are you afraid of the career change conversation with your family, friends, coworkers etc? Does it seem like as soon as you decide to make a positive change, the whole world turns against you and tells you why you can’t do it, that it’s not possible or something else that’s not very encouraging?

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The Today Show featured a segment recently about people over 50 getting fired and how it changed their lives for the better. One guest, Lee Kravitz, author of Unfinished Business, took stock in himself after he was laid off and realized that he had become disconnected from the people who mattered. His book chronicles some of the things he meant to do before but never had the time because he was too busy working. Sound familiar?

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Success demands persistence. Napoleon Hill describes persistence as the combination of willpower and desire, but ruthless, cold-blooded, and other terms may come to mind when thinking of the uber-rich and ultra-successful, the Waltons, Gates, and Buffets of today. In Napoleon Hill's time, it was the Carnegies, Rockefellers, and Edisons.

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If you are one of the many students flocking back to colleges and universities this week, you may need a part-time job to support your social life. It's likely you will happen on to a job you want to apply for, and the deadline is very close. Like today. The trick is not to assume you can't get it just because it might be a little difficult. For example, Restaurant Technology Services in my city is hiring customer service personnel to staff the technology help desk for all of the McDonald's restaurants. They need 15 people by Monday. Yes, this coming Monday.

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You're looking for your next career opportunity and have made a list of the "must haves". One thing you know for sure is that you don't want to work in a bureaucratic or political environment. Been there and done that. The problem is how are you going to find out in an interview whether the culture is right for you or not?

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When you launch your job search, the ocean of possibilities for where to get started can look overwhelming. With so many job-posting sites, companies posting jobs on their own sites, Craigslist, aggregators, job fairs and press releases, there is little wonder why you can go from overwhelmed to a dead stop in less than a second.

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What would a discussion about job seeking be without talking about the resume? The resume is the most tangible aspect to job hunting and seems to be the place everyone runs to first. Creating an effective, powerful resume is within everyone’s grasp. I’m going to focus this article not so much on a list of issues, but rather on a philosophical element that seems to be missing in the job seeker when putting together their resume. I will quickly list the most prevalent issues first, then get to the element I’m discussing. • The most common problems I see with resumes:r

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http://www.flickr.com/photos/bettyx1138 Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich," the best-selling business book of all time derived from the beliefs and actions of many of the richest and most successful people of the early 20th century and offers eight steps to success: ______________________________________r

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<img class="size-full wp-image-1222" title="Organized Planning is Napoleon Hill's sixth step to success" src="http://workwrite.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/planning.jpg" alt="Organized Planning is Napoleon Hill's sixth step to success" width="230" height="345" />

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<img class="size-full wp-image-1232" title="Your career path is your decision, no one else's." src="http://workwrite.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/indecision.jpg" alt="Rescue your career from procrastination." width="231" height="240" /> Photo by http://www.flickr.com/photos/amylovesyah If you are at the place of choosing or changing careers, pay attention to one of the most important decisions you will make: where and for whom you will work. Of course we would pay attention. We would protest quite loudly if asked whether we were letting someone else decide our future.

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Several clients had mentioned having had feelings of being overwhelmed during the week; it made me think. I didn’t have to think that hard-I’ve certainly felt overwhelmed before. We all have our different reasons. We all have our own bar of "overwhelment"…how much we can stand before we can’t stand it anyone. It’s best if we don’t allow ourselves to go there at all. When you notice yourself heading in that direction take a break. Often the things you’ve been putting so much energy into trying to make happen begin to happen. There’s a shift in the energy.

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You've started a job search. You are excited about the prospects of finding the perfect job. Of course you have a conce about how long the job search will take but you want to make sure your job search is effective. Here are some mistakes you'll want to avoid.

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This article was written because this past week I have seen three examples of emails that were read by people other than the intended recipient. In one case an atto ey published a whole email exchange between the atto ey and an applicant for an associate position in her firm. It should have embarrassed them both and was the subject of a lot of web conversation. In the other two instances I received a group email that was intended for only one person to read. One was harmless but the other made some really derogatory comments about a class that a member of the group was planning to give.

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In difficult economic times it is easy to let go of standards and take on a client who does not fit your vision of your ideal client. When few clients are in the pipeline it often looks attractive to take the ones that show up. When you do this you run the risk of having an angry client or worse one who is out a real energy drainer. Here are ten warning signs that tell you to avoid the client.

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Meaningful and engaging work is the key to a profitable business. When people feel their work is meaningful the end result is a more productive office with a satisfied and fulfilled workforce. What do I mean by meaningful and engaging work? Here is a story to illustrate: There once was a traveler who jou eyed all over the globe in search of wisdom and enlightenment. In the midst of one village, he came upon a great deal of noise, dust, and commotion.

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Slouching is out! It's about demonstrating confidence - standing straight, making eye contact, and connecting with a good, firm handshake. That first impression can be a great beginning, or a quick ending to your interview. Body movement or lack of

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A recent issue of a magazine includes a list of 10 activities to boost your brain health. The list includes many activities I would call important for overall wellness. In this competitive environment there is a tendency to forget health and focus intensely on a job search. It is important to take a step back and make sure that we are taking care of ourselves too. You may want to try a few of these 10 activities:

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Working more than 40 hours a week seems normal today - at least in the US. My clients tell me they consistently work into the night and over weekends. Blackberries and other smart phones enable employees to be on call at any hour day or night. It has become an accepted way of life here. Is it healthy?

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When I got my job with AT&T in 1982 my father told me I was set for life. His generation really admired Ma Bell as AT&T was called. Having lived through the Depression job security was very important to my father. I was pleased my father was happy for me but I wasn't quite sure I wanted a "life sentence". Maybe a whole new generation of people today will be looking for that same job security based on the recessions we have been through in the last 10 years. Unfortunately it may be hard to find. Business Week recently had a cover story entitled The Disposable Worker.

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Career transitions create discomfort. Often times it is not clear where you are headed. At other times you aren't sure if you really want to make a change. Like a snake shedding his old skin you had adjusted to the "old skin", your current career, but it just doesn't fit any more. As you get more and more uncomfortable you realize you must make a change.

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Ah, Spring! Time for renewal, regrowth, ReCareer. ReCareer? What’s that about? ReCareering is about finding authentic work in the second half of life. I decided to learn more about the process of recareering recently with Richard P. Johnson PhD, author of ReCareer, Finding Your Authentic Work along with a ReCareering assessment. We are still finding ourselves in the aftershock of the recession of 2008. People are continuing to look for work, create new opportunities and wait for momentum in the hiring cycle. We know some positions will return. Others will not.

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It is no secret that it is hard to find work these days. That makes it doubly difficult if you are still working and are miserable at your job. Other people will tell you that you should be happy to be working and bringing in a pay check. Being unhappy at work makes your whole life feel bleak. At what point do you decide that now is the time to find something better? A recent study of US workers found that 55% were unhappy with their jobs. Here is a list of signals that you are ready to look for a new job.

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Have you written some goals for this year? How are you doing with them? What are the accomplishments you most want? To insure that you get exactly what you want here is a list of tips for writing good goals. 1. Connect your goals to your vision. Check each goal to be sure that if you accomplish it successfully it will move you toward your vision. 2. Write down each goal and read it every day. Some people think that having the goal in their head is good enough. Writing it down makes it a commitment. Reading it every day will be a constant reminder of what is most important to you.

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Whether you are a business owner or a job seeker you have probably been told to network. Networking is often an important part of a marketing plan. Frequently people resist networking because it seems overwhelming and they are not sure how to do it. Others try it once with little success and decide that it is not worth the effort. Networking is one way to start to build relationships with people who can help you. Building relationships takes time. Going to a networking meeting is just the first step. Here are some tips to make going to a networking event easier and more productive.

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How many times were you asked as a kid, "What are you thankful for?" You probably got that question frequently around Thanksgiving. Being a good child when I was asked I always answered it in the expected way without much thought or passion. My list always had my parents and teachers first and then the usual suspects. I even competed with friends to see who could come up with a longer list. The long list impressed my teachers and my parents but the actual purpose of the exercise was lost on me. Maybe it was just to keep me busy while others prepared the Thanksgiving dinner.

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What makes you happy? It is easy to stay happy when times are good. It is more challenging when life has thrown you a curve. In difficult times it is important to be resilient. Resilience is that quality that enables people to face adversity and adapt to it without lasting difficulties. A resilient person can "roll with the punches". Some people are born with more resilience than others. We all can become more resilient. Knowing the characteristics of resilient people can help you to become more resilient yourself.

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Almost every article - or career coach - will tell you that in order to do well in an interview - and to ultimately get the job offer, you must "Be Prepared." But what if you don't know how to prepare? - "What does prepared look like?" - "How do I know what they are going to ask?" - "How can I make them I hire me?" - "What if I'm not REALLY qualified or able to do this job?" These are common conce s and questions - but where do you find the answers? Tough Job Market You are more than aware that you are in a tough job market and that you will have to do something to make your

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