Catherines Career Corner

MARCH 8, 2010

All about Jobs Career Career help Empowerment Jobs Leadership and Career Management 11 Job Search Resolutions Best Careers 2010 Best Jobs Career Advancement Career Success Job Seeking StrategiesTweet As these last two years of payroll slashing comes to an end, traumatized job seekers and anxious students wonder where on earth they’ll find work—and if it will stick. U.S.News‘s 50 best careers should offer growth, good pay, varied educational requirements—because [.].

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Career Key

DECEMBER 15, 2010

For people exploring green job and green career options, here are my Best Green Jobs and Green Career Exploration Internet Resources for 2010: 15 ways to rev up for a job that's good for the environment, fills your wallet, and makes a difference , from the American Solar Energy Society.

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Resume Bear

OCTOBER 18, 2010

Oct, 2010 7 Comments I’ve written before about online reputation and how people say stupid things on Twitter and Facebook. If you think what I said was farfetched, then you are blissfully unaware of how companies approve candidates in 2010. Oct, 2010 at 1:58 am Thanks Ed!

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JobMob

DECEMBER 22, 2010

The most-visited blog posts of 2010 by top job bloggers from around the world. Top Job Bloggers’ Most Popular Articles of 2010. The list isn’t ranked, I simply added the links as the bloggers sent them to me. Enjoy! Lindsey Pollak : Top 5 Recruiter Pet Peeves REVEALED! Lance Haun : Your Thoughts: Twitter and Public Speaking. Dawn Bugni : Avoid these reference mistakes. Cindy Kraft : CPA CFO vs. Non-CPA CFO.

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Executive Career Brand

MAY 13, 2010

ExecuNet surveys conducted in January 2010 show “job creation increasing, recruiter confidence restored, and executives building new professional connections to improve their business performance and long-term career options&#.

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Resume Bear

AUGUST 17, 2010

Aug, 2010 14 Comments Twitter is not just for talking about your dog or your lunch. Aug, 2010 at 2:46 pm Way to go Traci! Aug, 2010 at 6:19 am Love this thought, “It’s a conversation, not a tunnel, and you can’t expect people to do your work for you.&#

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Resume Bear

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Sep, 2010 10 Comments Have you considered renting a billboard and promoting your resume that way? Oct, 2010 at 8:17 am With over 15m people out of work, how many of them could afford a billboard, plus companies are inundated with resumes, why would they email a billboard? Oct, 2010 [.]

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Resume Bear

OCTOBER 17, 2010

Oct, 2010 11 Comments Last week I mentioned how people say weird (or is that idiotic?) Oct, 2010 at 2:14 am This is such a crazy area, even on social networking sites people feel they have some anonymity. Oct, 2010 at 3:47 am I cannot believe this is still happening.

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Resume Bear

SEPTEMBER 12, 2010

Aug, 2010 at 8:40 am Here’s another 20 ways to fail [link] Cindy Reply 10. Aug, 2010 at 10:37 am Anybody that commits any of these errors is asking for rejection. Aug, 2010 at 11:55 am Another 50 ways to screw-up an interview, that makes about 200.

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Position Ignition

OCTOBER 4, 2010

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Ms. Career Girl

MARCH 28, 2010

Blog Directory Contact Subscribe 20 Resume Tips from a Hiring Manager by Sean McGinnis on March 29, 2010 I’m a hiring manager. 16 comments… read them below or add one } Srinivas Rao March 29, 2010 at 10:17 am Good stuff Sean. Career Girl Marketing to Gen Y Women.

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Resume Bear

OCTOBER 12, 2010

Oct, 2010 11 Comments It never ceases to amaze me that people do not realize that when they tweet, the world can see it. Oct, 2010 at 9:25 am Such good advice Bob. Oct, 2010 at 12:49 pm This is one of those blog entries that everyone new to Twitter needs to see.

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The Job Quest

JUNE 2, 2010

physician assistant June 2nd, 2010 @ 10:58 pm found your site on del.icio.us i bookmarked it and will be back to check it out some more later Julie Walraven | Resume Services Twitter: JulieWalraven June 3rd, 2010 @ 6:52 am Hi Melissa, Great steps to success!

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Ms. Career Girl

MARCH 30, 2010

Blog Directory Contact Subscribe 10 Guerrilla Job Search Tactics That Work by Nicole Crimaldi on March 30, 2010 In my opinion, there are two things job seekers do wrong: they are too general and they are too boring. Reply Nicole Crimaldi March 30, 2010 at 9:13 am Hey OB- Great point!

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Water Cooler Wisdom

DECEMBER 23, 2010

Alexandra Levits Water Cooler Wisdom About Subscribe in a reader Subscribe to Water Cooler Wisdom by Email CareerChat eNewsletter Subscribe Find Alexandra Archives April 2011 March 2011 February 2011 January 2011 December 2010 November 2010 October 2010 September 2010 August 2010 July 2010 More.

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Resume Bear

OCTOBER 27, 2010

Oct, 2010 0 Comments According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , these are the top markets rebounding from a sucky economy (as best they can). They are ranked according to the private sector jobs they added between August 2009 and August 2010. #1 Oct, 2010 VIDEO – Need a Job?

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Resume Bear

JUNE 24, 2010

Jun, 2010 16 Comments A strong resume and interview may place job seekers in the running for a position, but a new survey from OfficeTeam finds the results of a reference check can be the real deal maker — or breaker. Jun, 2010 at 1:44 pm This was really quite helpful.

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Personal Excellence Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2010

Get yours now » Past Discussions For "101 Important Questions To Ask Yourself in Life" (30 Responses) 1 Glenn says: October 30, 2010 at 6:18 pm Hi Celes, a brilliant post as always! Glenn says: October 31, 2010 at 8:43 pm Oh yes, of course.

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The Job Quest

AUGUST 13, 2010

Recent Comments Ed Han October 25, 2010 (5:46) Root Canals, Job Search, and the Art of Personal Branding Melissa, thanks for having Ryan guest-blog!Ryan, Career Sherpa October 24, 2010 (2:20) Good Branding is not about Slick Packaging Melissa:Sweet advice and insight.

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Personal Excellence Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

101 Ways To Live Your Life To The Fullest Filed in: Awareness & Growth , Career & Work , Cultivate Habits , Goals & Success , Passion & Dreams , Productivity, GTD | Posted on Dec 2 2010 Get All Your Favorite Articles in 1 Book Like this post?

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Resume Bear

AUGUST 3, 2010

Aug, 2010 7 Comments Your office is your sanctuary for getting things done – and it needs to be comfortable as well as conducive to work. Aug, 2010 at 10:41 am Since I work at home – having my puppy next to me is also a requirement in my office!

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The Job Quest

JUNE 10, 2010

Recent Comments Ed Han October 25, 2010 (5:46) Root Canals, Job Search, and the Art of Personal Branding Melissa, thanks for having Ryan guest-blog!Ryan, Career Sherpa October 24, 2010 (2:20) Good Branding is not about Slick Packaging Melissa:Sweet advice and insight.

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Career Realism

OCTOBER 9, 2010

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Personal Excellence Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

In a week’s time, I’ll be heading to Hong Kong to PR & Media China Congress 2010 to speak on “How To Create Your Top Blog For Your Brand&#. Celes says: October 19, 2010 at 1:27 pm That’s a great quote! Celes says: October 19, 2010 at 1:38 pm Hey Sabina!

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Ms. Career Girl

DECEMBER 6, 2010

Every workplace has the shroud of office politics. There will inevitably one or two people who love to jockey for position, love to spread rumors, and want to get ahead by spreading their version of the truth.

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Resume Bear

OCTOBER 25, 2010

Oct, 2010 1 Comment If you are a jobseeker, there is one thing that you should be doing right now! Oct, 2010 at 2:07 am I guess I need to take Google profiles more seriously. Oct, 2010 Top 10 Rebounding USA Markets 28. Oct, 2010 VIDEO – Where’s my bailout?!

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Career Realism

SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

3 Reasons Why You Can’t Stick it Out September 15, 2010 Tweet View Comments By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert , Chrissy Scivicque If you’re a serial job hopper, don’t worry: I’m not here to pick on you.

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Personal Excellence Blog

DECEMBER 25, 2010

Get yours now » Past Discussions For "45 Tips To Live a Healthier Life" (20 Responses) 1 Jonathan says: December 26, 2010 at 2:15 am Wow Celes, this is quite a list. Celes says: December 26, 2010 at 3:54 am Thanks a lot Jon!

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Career Realism

SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

September 20, 2010 Tweet View Comments By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert , Rob Taub If you feel your enthusiasm and focus on being the best you can be, either in an interview or on the job, may be working against you, you may want to rein in your enthusiasm and moderate your intensity to some degree.

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Sklover Working Wisdom

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

2010, Alan L. “Glass, china and a reputation. are easily cracked and never mended.” . . Benjamin Franklin. ACTUAL CASE HISTORY*: Over a 25-year period Megan, 43, had climbed her way up the “fashion ladder” from department store salesgirl to Visual Director of one of the world’s most famous fashion houses. Somehow, along the way she managed to pick up a Masters Degree in Design, several prestigious fashion design awards, and frequent invitations to speak at fashion expos.

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Resume Bear

JULY 18, 2010

Jul, 2010 3 Comments 10 Worst Cities For Job Seekers to Find a Job St. Jul, 2010 at 3:13 am Thanks for the information! Jul, 2010 at 9:25 am where did you get this list? Aug, 2010 at 7:00 am Interesting articles. Oct, 2010 Top 10 Rebounding USA Markets 28.

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Resume Bear

OCTOBER 6, 2010

Oct, 2010 3 Comments Do you know someone that is looking for a job? Oct, 2010 at 6:36 pm It’s an interesting way to prospect, as long as you have credible credentials and a successful track record where someone is willing to stake their reputation on you. Oct, 2010 [.]

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Career Realism

SEPTEMBER 28, 2010

She is also the author of #ENTRYLEVELtweet: Taking Your Career from Classroom to Cubicle (2010), national entry-level careers columnist for Examiner.com and blogs about career advice at HeatherHuhman.com.

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Ms. Career Girl

OCTOBER 7, 2010

by Nicole Crimaldi on October 7, 2010 Thanks for all of your responses to my tweet/facebook message! Facebook Fan Page HOME | ABOUT | ARCHIVES | FAVORITES | SERIES © 2010 Ms. Career Girl Marketing to Gen Y Women. Home About Archives Write for Us!

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Sklover Working Wisdom

OCTOBER 21, 2010

2010 Alan L. “A hunch is creativity trying to tell you something.” . Frank Capra. ACTUAL CASE HISTORY*: Darren, 55, a packaging engineer from Western Pennsylvania, worked for an international pharmaceutical firm. People described Darren as a “natural-born tinkerer.” If he wasn’t fixing a clock, he was taking apart a computer just to see how it worked. As a packaging engineer, Darren spent his entire day trying to figure out how to make packaging for pharmaceutical companies work better.

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Career Realism

OCTOBER 13, 2010

I Can’t Land an Interview October 14, 2010 Tweet View Comments By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert , Rosa E.

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Cube Rules

OCTOBER 25, 2010

photo credit: Robert Scoble. E-mail is the workhorse of corporate communications. It is how many of us receive our “to-do’s&# from our manager and team, the way we clarify what needs doing, and how we collaborate on teams.

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Position Ignition

OCTOBER 18, 2010

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Resume Bear

AUGUST 29, 2010

Aug, 2010 7 Comments I was fortunate enough to run into a pal of mine – Chad Sowash of DirectEmployers. Aug, 2010 at 10:53 am Honor. Aug, 2010 at 5:26 pm I belive that veterans should be first in line for all good jobs.Why?? Aug, 2010 at 4:41 am I appreciate the time Jim.

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Resume Bear

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

It is sometimes a comedy of errors to observe the (sometimes) disconnect from reality between recruiters, job seekers and well-meaning hiring managers. Case in point, Google released a new programming language called “Go&# in November 2009. Here is some hype sharing how cool it is.

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