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Job Hunt A coworker of mine had this rule: get at least one job offer from a different company every year. Every year. He didn't often take it, though, but he went through the extreme effort of constantly applying for positions MORE
I have been blogging for a year and it has been a roller coaster ride. I began with a less than enthusiastic attitude because I was not sure about the process and there were tough decisions and commitments to make MORE
Looking for a job? Your body language has to be on point during any of your job interviews. Your potential employers’ body language should also speak volume to you. It helps too if you can read facial expressions. Having a good memory is also essential. To find out how clued up you are on body [.]. The post Looking for Work? Test Your Amazing Brain appeared first on Catherine's Career Corner. Related posts: Download, Save or Read Free Career eBook From Monster. MORE
digital at a recent personal branding seminar, i identified twitter as one of my favorite brands. this drew blank stares from people who had not heard of it. on the other hand, it drew good natured but relentless ribbing from those who MORE
I call them purses, but lots of folks call them handbags, and here in the south they're commonly referred to as pocketbooks. Whatever you want to call them - why not get yourself a new one for FREE from a site brand new site that's MORE
The Bull and Bear This morning I was going to predict that after the Washington Mutual implosion that Wachovia would be next since they are in negotiations to be purchased by Citigroup. Since I'm on the Pacific Time Zone, I woke up this MORE
not focusing/ targeting your resume to the nursing role/specialty you are pursuing: if you are open to varied units/specialties, you must decide which specialty you will be targeting with which resume (yes, this does mean that you must MORE
Download, save or read free career eBook from Monster. As you know, here at Catherine’s Career Corner, we offer you free straight forward career guidance and self-help that is critical in ensuring that we provide you, our readers with effective career support. Download a free career eBook from Monster. We take great care to ensure that [.]. The post Download, Save or Read Free Career eBook From Monster appeared first on Catherine's Career Corner. MORE
A while back, I had e-mail correspondence with someone I barely know who asked if I ever watched The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch, which is no longer in production but there is a book * and you can find bits here and there on the internet with a search. When someone comes by with a little tip like that out of nowhere, I pay attention. My experience shows that there is probably something I need to see there. So I responded that I had not, and thanked her for the referral. MORE
([link] NULL.flickr NULL.com/photos/myklroventine/2869074871/) Being bought out by what is now the largest bank in the country can be a disheartening time for knowledge workers. Especially if you were a Financial Analyst working in MORE
These sites strive to bring people of similar interests together in a “meeting place” online. Once a member of a social networking site, you are able to search the member directory, participate in discussions online MORE
not marketing quality patient care or personalizing care approach: i write resume for nurses and i often ask them to tell me what qualifies them over other nurses so that i may “market” their professional value. what separates an MORE
([link] NULL.flickr NULL.com/photos/faeryboots/2626474476/) The call from the local ABC station came before dinner local time last night. Could I do an interview on JPMorgan's purchase of Washington Mutual ([link] NULL.kirotv. MORE
To ego surf means to search the internet for your own name to see what information comes up. Begin the search at Pipl.com then follow up with a search at Google.com. Next, add one of the meta-search engines. Meta-search engines gather MORE
resume writing strategies to help you make a strategic career move. career-transition today i'd like to take a different direction from the topic of nursing resume mistakes (will be sure to continue soon). i would like to provide you MORE
Just got a job, will you succeed in your new job? After, months or years of pounding the pavements, you have just landed that “dream job” and it makes you feel happy and successful. However, success and job happiness only begins when you keep the job. So, will you succeed in your new job? Find [.]. The post Will You Succeed in Your New Job? appeared first on Catherine's Career Corner. No related posts. MORE
By Randi Lewis. Facebook ~ A Means of Expression and Connection ~ But Who's Looking? It's fun connecting with your friends on Facebook - sharing photos; videos; posting what you are doing and how you are feeling at a given moment MORE
I empathize with my job seeking clients who tell me how frustrated they are trying to come up with a "value proposition" and write their resumes. The language used in securing employment and in transacting business in general in the MORE
I'm suffering from an illness you may be familiar with. It's called the Bad News Virus, and hopefully you won't catch it. Symptoms: Feelings of general lethargy and ennui, pessimism, a desire to go on vacation MORE
I get a weekly e-mail from BLR called HR Strange But True. It's usually some fluff about resumes or such. Interesting, but nothing to blog about. Until the last e-mail. They proclaim that "Sexists Get Paid More!" This, is a "strange" phenomenon. They have not thought it through. First of all, let's get rid of the inflammatory language. Sexists connotes someone who thinks women aren't capable of competing with men. That's not what the study says at all. MORE
I get a weekly e-mail from BLR called HR Strange But True. It's usually some fluff about resumes or such. Interesting, but nothing to blog about. Until the last e-mail. They proclaim that "Sexists Get Paid More!" This, is a "strange" phenomenon. They have not thought it through. First of all, let's get rid of the inflammatory language. Sexists connotes someone who thinks women aren't capable of competing with men. That's not what the study says at all. MORE
When choosing a career, it’s easy to have a narrow mind about your choices. We’re most comfortable with careers we’ve heard of and know something about, even if our only information comes from TV: think forensic scientist, real estate agent, fashion designer, crabfisher, those crazy Mythbusters guys making hovercrafts in their garage (job title anyone?) and the "usual suspects" doctors and lawyers. But wouldn’t you hate missing out on a great career just because you didn't dig deep enough? MORE
The Carnival of HR has a new home ! All the updates and info you need is over there. Ask A Manager has taken over the responsibility of tracking and guiding the carnival. She's awesome. Party on MORE
I'm a fan of transparency, efficiency and as little paperwork as possible. It seems the school system tries to be opaque, mind-numbingly slow and filled with paper. As I navigated the system, I started to think "this is why people hate HR," because as much as I love letting people know what's going on, I know not all HR departments are like that. MORE
This week, I had an employee come to me and complain about other employees not washing their hands after using the bathroom. They wanted me to put up signs telling people they need to wash their hands before returning to work. Needless to say, I do NOT work at a McDonald's. My (rhetorical) question is this: does putting up a sign telling people to do something or not do something actually work?? If so, I need to rethink our whole office communication plan. MORE
So you didn't get the promotion. Before you look for a new job, ask why. It's possible you're missing something critical for that role. Many years ago, I was working as a “senior member of the technical staff.” I was a tester MORE
As you gather information in choosing a career, these recent Gallup polls may give you some perspective and suggest work issues worth researching further: 48% of Americans are “completely satisfied” with their jobs , and 42% more are “somewhat satisfied.” 57% of older workers (55+) were “completely satisfied” as opposed to 42% of younger workers (18-34) Large majorities of people are dissatisfied with job-related stress, pay, retirement plans, promotional opportunities, and health benefits. MORE
I had a lovely email conversation with someone who wanted to hire a firm to perform phone screens. That just makes no sense to me. Here's what happens when a hiring manager performs the phone screens MORE
I've been tapped to choose an important service provider for our small business. In taking bids, I've discovered that one of the bidders may have run afoul of the law in another state, but likely settled without any criminal charges (a white collar crime). I learned this from a competing bidder, but believe it to be true. I know this person, and have worked with them before in another business (the incident was a few years before that, evidently). Their work was always of an excellent quality. MORE
With all the buzz around them, you may wonder whether Twitter and other Social Networking wesites could be helpful sources of information in choosing a career. Other bloggers post excellent tips for using sites like Twitter for job search , business development (take note would-be entrepreneurs ), and on the job. But what if you’re choosing a career or making a career change? MORE
A few weeks ago, I wrote in a post that we should “ Stop Reading the News ,” advice I continue to stand by as emotional, irrational swings take their toll on Wall Street. What are we going to do, take our money out of investments and banks and stick the cash in a mattress? Of course not, although the thought has crossed my mind… What does all this financial turmoil mean to the person trying to decide what their next career is? Keep a clear head. MORE
An article I wrote, "Choosing a Satisfying Career: Where Do I Start" has just appeared in the Fall 2008 issue of Career Options magazine , published by the Canadian Association of Career Educators and Employers. If you are interested in a copy of the article, you can download it from the magazine website for free or contact me. MORE
When you don’t work in a career, it’s hard to know what it would be like to work in it. In the process of choosing a career, it’s common to learn negative things about a career option like long hours, poor pay, few jobs, on the job stress, lack of job security, or physical demands. All careers have negatives so whatever you do, don’t ignore them. So how should you consider them? Here are 5 ways to look at negative information about careers as part of a good career decision. Consider the source. MORE
The Carnival of HR has a new home ! All the updates and info you need is over there. Ask A Manager has taken over the responsibility of tracking and guiding the carnival. She's awesome. Party on MORE
Before my webinar last week, I was chatting with the organizer, and experienced project manager. He said that when he interviewed a project manager, and hear words such as “I control projects” that's a red flag for him MORE
This week, I had an employee come to me and complain about other employees not washing their hands after using the bathroom. They wanted me to put up signs telling people they need to wash their hands before returning to work. Needless to say, I do NOT work at a McDonald's. My (rhetorical) question is this: does putting up a sign telling people to do something or not do something actually work?? If so, I need to rethink our whole office communication plan. MORE
Hiring Technical People
SEPTEMBER 17, 2008
I had a lovely email conversation with someone who wanted to hire a firm to perform phone screens. That just makes no sense to me. Here's what happens when a hiring manager performs the phone screens
Cube Rules
SEPTEMBER 29, 2008
The Bull and Bear This morning I was going to predict that after the Washington Mutual implosion that Wachovia would be next since they are in negotiations to be purchased by Citigroup. Since I'm on the Pacific Time Zone, I woke up this
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Life@work
SEPTEMBER 23, 2008
I'm suffering from an illness you may be familiar with. It's called the Bad News Virus, and hopefully you won't catch it. Symptoms: Feelings of general lethargy and ennui, pessimism, a desire to go on vacation
Threshold Consulting
SEPTEMBER 19, 2008
digital at a recent personal branding seminar, i identified twitter as one of my favorite brands. this drew blank stares from people who had not heard of it. on the other hand, it drew good natured but relentless ribbing from those who
Telecommuting Journal
SEPTEMBER 17, 2008
I call them purses, but lots of folks call them handbags, and here in the south they're commonly referred to as pocketbooks. Whatever you want to call them - why not get yourself a new one for FREE from a site brand new site that's
Career Key
SEPTEMBER 8, 2008
When choosing a career, it’s easy to have a narrow mind about your choices. We’re most comfortable with careers we’ve heard of and know something about, even if our only information comes from TV: think forensic scientist, real estate agent, fashion designer, crabfisher, those crazy Mythbusters guys making hovercrafts in their garage (job title anyone?) and the "usual suspects" doctors and lawyers. But wouldn’t you hate missing out on a great career just because you didn't dig deep enough?
Hiring Technical People
SEPTEMBER 10, 2008
So you didn't get the promotion. Before you look for a new job, ask why. It's possible you're missing something critical for that role. Many years ago, I was working as a “senior member of the technical staff.” I was a tester
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Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 30, 2008
I get a weekly e-mail from BLR called HR Strange But True. It's usually some fluff about resumes or such. Interesting, but nothing to blog about. Until the last e-mail. They proclaim that "Sexists Get Paid More!" This, is a "strange" phenomenon. They have not thought it through. First of all, let's get rid of the inflammatory language. Sexists connotes someone who thinks women aren't capable of competing with men. That's not what the study says at all.
Career Tips Blog
SEPTEMBER 30, 2008
To ego surf means to search the internet for your own name to see what information comes up. Begin the search at Pipl.com then follow up with a search at Google.com. Next, add one of the meta-search engines. Meta-search engines gather
Resume Writing
SEPTEMBER 29, 2008
not focusing/ targeting your resume to the nursing role/specialty you are pursuing: if you are open to varied units/specialties, you must decide which specialty you will be targeting with which resume (yes, this does mean that you must
Career Key
SEPTEMBER 29, 2008
When you don’t work in a career, it’s hard to know what it would be like to work in it. In the process of choosing a career, it’s common to learn negative things about a career option like long hours, poor pay, few jobs, on the job stress, lack of job security, or physical demands. All careers have negatives so whatever you do, don’t ignore them. So how should you consider them? Here are 5 ways to look at negative information about careers as part of a good career decision. Consider the source.
Hiring Technical People
SEPTEMBER 4, 2008
Before my webinar last week, I was chatting with the organizer, and experienced project manager. He said that when he interviewed a project manager, and hear words such as “I control projects” that's a red flag for him
Cube Rules
SEPTEMBER 23, 2008
([link] NULL.flickr NULL.com/photos/myklroventine/2869074871/) Being bought out by what is now the largest bank in the country can be a disheartening time for knowledge workers. Especially if you were a Financial Analyst working in
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 3, 2008
I'm a fan of transparency, efficiency and as little paperwork as possible. It seems the school system tries to be opaque, mind-numbingly slow and filled with paper. As I navigated the system, I started to think "this is why people hate HR," because as much as I love letting people know what's going on, I know not all HR departments are like that.
Career Tips Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2008
These sites strive to bring people of similar interests together in a “meeting place” online. Once a member of a social networking site, you are able to search the member directory, participate in discussions online
Resume Writing
SEPTEMBER 21, 2008
resume writing strategies to help you make a strategic career move. career-transition today i'd like to take a different direction from the topic of nursing resume mistakes (will be sure to continue soon). i would like to provide you
Career Key
SEPTEMBER 19, 2008
As you gather information in choosing a career, these recent Gallup polls may give you some perspective and suggest work issues worth researching further: 48% of Americans are “completely satisfied” with their jobs , and 42% more are “somewhat satisfied.” 57% of older workers (55+) were “completely satisfied” as opposed to 42% of younger workers (18-34) Large majorities of people are dissatisfied with job-related stress, pay, retirement plans, promotional opportunities, and health benefits.
Catherines Career Corner
SEPTEMBER 23, 2008
Download, save or read free career eBook from Monster. As you know, here at Catherine’s Career Corner, we offer you free straight forward career guidance and self-help that is critical in ensuring that we provide you, our readers with effective career support. Download a free career eBook from Monster. We take great care to ensure that [.]. The post Download, Save or Read Free Career eBook From Monster appeared first on Catherine's Career Corner.
Cube Rules
SEPTEMBER 17, 2008
Job Hunt A coworker of mine had this rule: get at least one job offer from a different company every year. Every year. He didn't often take it, though, but he went through the extreme effort of constantly applying for positions
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 8, 2008
I've been tapped to choose an important service provider for our small business. In taking bids, I've discovered that one of the bidders may have run afoul of the law in another state, but likely settled without any criminal charges (a white collar crime). I learned this from a competing bidder, but believe it to be true. I know this person, and have worked with them before in another business (the incident was a few years before that, evidently). Their work was always of an excellent quality.
Career Tips Blog
SEPTEMBER 23, 2008
I have been blogging for a year and it has been a roller coaster ride. I began with a less than enthusiastic attitude because I was not sure about the process and there were tough decisions and commitments to make
Resume Writing
SEPTEMBER 14, 2008
not marketing quality patient care or personalizing care approach: i write resume for nurses and i often ask them to tell me what qualifies them over other nurses so that i may “market” their professional value. what separates an
Career Key
SEPTEMBER 19, 2008
An article I wrote, "Choosing a Satisfying Career: Where Do I Start" has just appeared in the Fall 2008 issue of Career Options magazine , published by the Canadian Association of Career Educators and Employers. If you are interested in a copy of the article, you can download it from the magazine website for free or contact me.
Catherines Career Corner
SEPTEMBER 30, 2008
Looking for a job? Your body language has to be on point during any of your job interviews. Your potential employers’ body language should also speak volume to you. It helps too if you can read facial expressions. Having a good memory is also essential. To find out how clued up you are on body [.]. The post Looking for Work? Test Your Amazing Brain appeared first on Catherine's Career Corner. Related posts: Download, Save or Read Free Career eBook From Monster.
Resume Boutique
SEPTEMBER 14, 2008
By Randi Lewis. Facebook ~ A Means of Expression and Connection ~ But Who's Looking? It's fun connecting with your friends on Facebook - sharing photos; videos; posting what you are doing and how you are feeling at a given moment
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 30, 2008
I get a weekly e-mail from BLR called HR Strange But True. It's usually some fluff about resumes or such. Interesting, but nothing to blog about. Until the last e-mail. They proclaim that "Sexists Get Paid More!" This, is a "strange" phenomenon. They have not thought it through. First of all, let's get rid of the inflammatory language. Sexists connotes someone who thinks women aren't capable of competing with men. That's not what the study says at all.
Career Tips Blog
SEPTEMBER 22, 2008
A while back, I had e-mail correspondence with someone I barely know who asked if I ever watched The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch, which is no longer in production but there is a book * and you can find bits here and there on the internet with a search. When someone comes by with a little tip like that out of nowhere, I pay attention. My experience shows that there is probably something I need to see there. So I responded that I had not, and thanked her for the referral.
Life@work
SEPTEMBER 10, 2008
I empathize with my job seeking clients who tell me how frustrated they are trying to come up with a "value proposition" and write their resumes. The language used in securing employment and in transacting business in general in the
Career Key
SEPTEMBER 19, 2008
A few weeks ago, I wrote in a post that we should “ Stop Reading the News ,” advice I continue to stand by as emotional, irrational swings take their toll on Wall Street. What are we going to do, take our money out of investments and banks and stick the cash in a mattress? Of course not, although the thought has crossed my mind… What does all this financial turmoil mean to the person trying to decide what their next career is? Keep a clear head.
Catherines Career Corner
SEPTEMBER 4, 2008
Just got a job, will you succeed in your new job? After, months or years of pounding the pavements, you have just landed that “dream job” and it makes you feel happy and successful. However, success and job happiness only begins when you keep the job. So, will you succeed in your new job? Find [.]. The post Will You Succeed in Your New Job? appeared first on Catherine's Career Corner. No related posts.
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 23, 2008
The Carnival of HR has a new home ! All the updates and info you need is over there. Ask A Manager has taken over the responsibility of tracking and guiding the carnival. She's awesome. Party on
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 23, 2008
The Carnival of HR has a new home ! All the updates and info you need is over there. Ask A Manager has taken over the responsibility of tracking and guiding the carnival. She's awesome. Party on
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 22, 2008
This week, I had an employee come to me and complain about other employees not washing their hands after using the bathroom. They wanted me to put up signs telling people they need to wash their hands before returning to work. Needless to say, I do NOT work at a McDonald's. My (rhetorical) question is this: does putting up a sign telling people to do something or not do something actually work?? If so, I need to rethink our whole office communication plan.
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 22, 2008
This week, I had an employee come to me and complain about other employees not washing their hands after using the bathroom. They wanted me to put up signs telling people they need to wash their hands before returning to work. Needless to say, I do NOT work at a McDonald's. My (rhetorical) question is this: does putting up a sign telling people to do something or not do something actually work?? If so, I need to rethink our whole office communication plan.
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 17, 2008
There has been some serious slacking in the Carnival world and we don't want to get bad performance reviews because of it. If you hurry up and make a submission, you just might make today's carnival at Sharp Brains. Send an e-mail to alvaro at sharpbrains dot com
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 17, 2008
There has been some serious slacking in the Carnival world and we don't want to get bad performance reviews because of it. If you hurry up and make a submission, you just might make today's carnival at Sharp Brains. Send an e-mail to alvaro at sharpbrains dot com
Career Key
SEPTEMBER 12, 2008
With all the buzz around them, you may wonder whether Twitter and other Social Networking wesites could be helpful sources of information in choosing a career. Other bloggers post excellent tips for using sites like Twitter for job search , business development (take note would-be entrepreneurs ), and on the job. But what if you’re choosing a career or making a career change?
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