Why the Best Candidate Doesnt Always Get the Job

Do you think you have what it takes to do a particular job? If so, think again. Like it or not, job search success is a matter of “fit”…not only matching the position qualifications, but fitting company culture as well. You may look good on paper and meet every job description requirement, but if you aren’t able to communicate well and be personable in an interview, chances are you will not get the job [...]

Keep Your Job Search from Being Too Busy

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To steer clear of extreme stress and burnout, you will need to learn to balance your job search with the rest of life. A consistent and focused job search that sets an even pace is more effective in the long run than short bursts of interviewing and job hunting activity. The former leads to successful work and life integration; the latter creates impatience, intolerance and unwanted opportunities to make mistakes and career damaging moves [...]

Staying Alive and Well in My Current Job

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That’s right…many workers are hesitant to change jobs right now in this turbulent economy. With downsizing left and right, the fear is that if they leave a sure thing, they could end up losing the new job after only a few days or months of employment [...]

Handling Life When It Seems All Is Lost

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Hopelessness causes despair, a belief that no better way exists of resolving a problem, situation or circumstance. When things are hopeless, we tend to lose our desire to try and therefore just give up. We doubt that any help is possible. We’re heartsick and overflowing with pain and sorrow [...]

Don’t Make Embarrassing Moments Personal

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Everyone has embarrassing moments. These mortifying events cause a sinking feeling in the pit of the stomach and can trigger extreme self-consciousness. When embarrassment occurs, other people have noticed what you’re doing and respond in ridicule or some other negative emotion. To help you successfully handle embarrassing moments, consider these tips [...]

Build A Personal Competitive Edge

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Stand out from the crowd with these strategies on how to build a personal competitive edge that leads to job search and career success [...]

Face Burnout and Survive

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It IS possible to face burnout and survive to live another day. While burnout can happen to anyone, people who are driven to achieve are usually more prone to it. They tend to be overworked, over – booked, and over-productive [...]

Catch a Good Boss in Action

In general, a good boss’ main goal should be to create a respectful and productive relationship with workers. So, how do you catch a good boss in action? Consider these traits, attitudes and abilities that exemplify good bosses [...]

Lost and Found

An inspirational poem by Darnell DeBrule: Where is it? Oh, where can it be? Why does the very thing I’m looking for seem to escape me [...]

Use Quick Wins to Advance Your Career

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Whenever your career needs a boost, try getting a few quick wins. Quick wins are small accomplishments you make that move your career forward. Instead of fantasizing about the perfect career, use these steps to get started [...]

Reap Benefits from Taking Frequent Breaks during a Job Search

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It’s important to take frequent short breaks when searching for a job. Breaks are simply time-outs to reconsider, reflect and make adjustments to your job search. Here are the benefits you receive when you give take frequent breaks during a job search [...]