Sklover Working Wisdom

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

Today we recommend to all of our subscribers and visitors who hope one day to collect Social Security five very valuable websites, each designed to offer services that help you calculate the best times and ways to commence your Social Security payments. All of these programs are easy to use, and each generates recommendations. Benefits, Pensions and Perq''s Monthly Newsletter Library Pensions and Retirement Recommended Resources Five Helpful Social Security Sites.

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Ms. Career Girl

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

The post How To Ask For A Letter of Recommendation appeared first on Ms. Do you have a letter of recommendation already? Having a letter of recommendation can provide your character backing and/or academic accomplishments to help a future boss understand what a superstar your are. Even list the question in your email subject: i.e.: “Request for letter of recommendation to include with my summer internship application.”.

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Sklover Working Wisdom

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

Today we recommend to all of our subscribers and visitors who one day would like to retire a very valuable blogsite: www.retirementrevised.com written by journalist and author Mark Miller. Recommended ResourcesEvery now and then we come upon an outstanding resource for those of us who appreciate the wisdom and necessity of taking an active role in “Standing Up for Yourself at Work™.”.

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Sklover Working Wisdom

JUNE 24, 2011

Today we recommend to all of our younger subscribers and visitors, and especially brand new graduates, a recent valuable post on blogsite www.bestcollegesonline.com/blog entitled “40 Best Career Counselor Blogs for the Brand New Graduate.”. Recommended ResourcesEvery now and then we come upon an outstanding resource for those of us who appreciate the wisdom and necessity of taking an active role in “Standing Up for Yourself at Work™.”.

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The HR Capitalist

APRIL 21, 2020

That's why I'm here with a Netflix Recommendation that only a professional manager or HR person could get excited about. If you haven't had great exposure to globalization yet in your career, I can't recommend American Factory enough. I know, you're burned out on streaming. You've worked through a bunch of things during the COVID lockdown - you whipped through Joe Exotic, Ozark and Bosh - and you found yourself working through a 3rd tier series like Last Chance U. I see you America.

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Sklover Working Wisdom

OCTOBER 2, 2010

Blog » Recommended Resources. Recommended Resources. Today we recommend to all of our subscribers and visitors www.Kossoff.com , a free online blogsite and newsletter containing the valuable insights and counsel of Leslie Kossoff , a London-based internationally known consultant and advisor to upper echelon executives worldwide. Reviewing her website, blogsite and newsletter is highly recommended. Recommend Our Blog to Friends - Its Free!

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Careers Done Write

OCTOBER 25, 2013

Dear Deb: What is the difference between a reference letter and a letter of recommendation? Dear Arlene: In a letter of recommendation , the writer knows the candidate well enough to evaluate their abilities. A letter of recommendation is generally requested by the candidate for a particular career goal, academic application, or job opportunity. A letter of recommendation is stronger than a reference because the writer is actually recommending you for a job.

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Executive Career Brand

JULY 23, 2010

Executive Career Services Samples - Executive Resume and Biography Targeted Company and Industry Research for Executive Job Search Best of About Meg Master Resume Writer Reach Certified Online Identity Strategist Publications Testimonials Contact How to Get the Best LinkedIn Recommendations by Meg Guiseppi on July 23, 2010 · 7 comments Why are LinkedIn recommendations so important? They’re attracted to candidates who have quality recommendations on their profiles.

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Hiring Technical People

JULY 19, 2011

I also don’t participate in recommendations for pay. I do participate in recommendations for people with whom I’ve worked in the past and appreciated their work. If I think you’ve done something nice for me, I write you a recommendation on LinkedIn. Recommendations, referrals, and references are all different. Recommendations are helpful. job offer network recommendation reference referral

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Hiring Technical People

DECEMBER 10, 2008

Skip to content Johanna’s Site What I can do for you Workshops and Training See me Speak Email newsletter Contact Johanna ← I Check References Each and Every Time I Extend An Offer Defining Fake Auditions → Using LinkedIn for Recommendations Posted on December 10, 2008 by johanna While I draft an answer to George’s fake audition question, let me address Alex’s question about using LinkedIn for recommendations.

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The Undercover Recruiter

MAY 29, 2015

One of the things that recruiters look at on LinkedIn is the recommendations section of a prospective job candidate. Unlike the one-click skills endorsements on LinkedIn, a recommendation is a written statement. View Article What Do Recruiters Think of LinkedIn Recommendations? Job Search LinkedIn Recruiting Employee Employer Hiring recommendation RecruitmentMany recruiters find LinkedIn invaluable.

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Career Realism

MARCH 14, 2017

Challenge: Give A Recommendation. Today’s Work It Daily Challenge is to give a recommendation. Giving recommendations is a great way to show your appreciation for them. Today, challenge yourself to give a recommendation to someone. In fact, there’s a whole section that’s dedicated for recommendations on your LinkedIn profile. Decide who you’d like to recommend, write them a brief recommendation, and then send them a message to give them a heads up.

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Careers Done Write

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

Today I heard from a college student, Sarah, who is concerned about the letter of recommendation her college professor wrote. Sarah can turn this situation around to acquire letters of recommendations that will impress hiring managers. Here are a few tips for getting letters of recommendation that sing your praises and are relevant to your career goal. Tip One : Professors are very busy and are asked by many students for recommendations.

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Workology

OCTOBER 27, 2013

Job seekers will dramatically improve their odds of success with referrals and recommendations. Here is how I define referrals, leads, recommendations, and endorsements: A referral is when someone you know writes, calls or sends an email to introduce or recommend you to someone you hope to meet. A recommendation can be written for you as a physical letter or on your LinkedIn profile. Try to get both a written letter and a LinkedIn recommendation.

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Professional Resume Services

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

People have different opinions about LinkedIn recommendations. Your executive LinkedIn profile should support your own personal brand in many different ways, and getting recommendations from your network can help. One tip to get the best recommendations is to write quality recommendations of your own. What to Include When Writing Recommendations. Best Ways To Get LinkedIn Recommendations. Don’t Just Hand Out or Accept All Recommendations.

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Jobacle

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

Since you’ll likely need strong references to land an in-demand job, it’s essential to select individuals who you feel will provide the best recommendations. The following are tips for getting the best recommendations and how to ask for references with ease. No one will recommend you as an employee if you’ve failed to follow through on work projects or homework assignments. Career Advice Your Job Search ask for recommendation ask for reference no reference

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Ms. Career Girl

DECEMBER 26, 2016

The post The 6 strategies to success recommended by all bestsellers appeared first on Ms. The post The 6 strategies to success recommended by all bestsellers appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. There are thousands of books out there about how to be successful and achieve everything you want in life. Most of them are focused on career topics, but many of them can also help you be more fulfilled in life in general.

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The HR Capitalist

APRIL 7, 2020

4--Now you - the HR/Talent Pro - make a recommendation to you leadership team on that we learned a lot about working remote during COVID , and your company should take advantage of more remote work as not only a recruiting advantage, but a financial advantage. . 5--Calculate the savings and make your recommendation. And of course, if your lease and your agreement is up for renewal or will be in the next year, you should do this math quickly and make your recommendation.

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WorkAlpha

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

Whether you are applying to a university program or for a new job, you will eventually find that you need to stockpile some letters of recommendation. While requesting and writing letters of recommendation were once a common practice, neither are as prevalent as they once were. Furthermore, younger generations who were raised on e-mail and […]. Interview References

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Evil HR Lady

JULY 29, 2015

To read the answer, click here: 6 Recommendations for Dealing with a PIP I was previously on a performance improvement plan (PIP) and just yesterday was given 90 days to improve or be fired. Honestly, I love my work however my boss has a low perception of me and I don’t feel the situation is mendable. Still getting over it… I have a masters and BS in engineering so I am 70% sure that I can find a new job but I had a question about severance.

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Hiring Technical People

DECEMBER 4, 2012

So it’s not surprising that I receive requests from people for introductions or recommendations for a job. And, there is a huge difference between asking for an introduction and asking for a recommendation. But a recommendation? I spend time on a recommendation. To me, a recommendation for a LinkedIn job, is just like a reference for a job. I don’t give recommendations easily. I have a large LinkedIn network.

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The Undercover Recruiter

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

As lovely as this is and everyone likes to be endorsed, from a recruiter’s point of view, nothing beats a written LinkedIn recommendation. When I am checking out a profile from someone who has sent me their CV (and when they haven’t) I go straight to the recommendations first. ‘Fake’ recommendations. Most recruiters realise that people’s friends or family write many recommendations on LinkedIn and do you know what, good luck to them.

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Jobacle

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

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Executive Career Brand

JUNE 13, 2011

Surprise Someone with a LinkedIn Recommendation is a post from: Executive Career Brand. Twice earlier this year I opened my email inbox to unexpected LinkedIn recommendations awaiting my approval or revisions. I WANTED to recommend them, to help them in this small way. It’s also just about the best way to prompt them to reciprocate with a strong recommendation for you. Related posts: How to Get the Best LinkedIn Recommendations.

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Ask a Manager

DECEMBER 10, 2020

All year long, I’ve made a weekly book recommendation when kicking off the weekend open thread. Here’s the complete list of what I’ve recommended this year (maybe in time for holiday gift-shopping!). Highly recommended.

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Position Ignition

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

There are many facets of LinkedIn, of which getting recommended is but one, albeit an important one. LinkedIn has over 200 million members in over 150 countries. The power of the site’s tools and methodologies are starting to show how impressive a community has been created. Networking Social Media and Branding

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Resume Bear

DECEMBER 1, 2011

Which organization would YOU recommend to receive ResumeBear’s donations? ResumeBear’s new state-of-the-art job board is going live soon, and we are really excited about this new chapter in ResumeBear’s story. We will be charging employers just $99 per post, per city, and we will be donating $25 of that fee to help veterans find jobs.

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Position Ignition

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

We often get executives asking us for help with their job search. Some seek one-to-one advice and others simply want to be directed to resources that will aid their thinking, boost their job search and move them closer to landing their next senior role. Here are some resources that we hope will help you in your job search: The New Rules of Job Search – How to Land an Executive Job In the New Ecomomy – by Eleanor Anne Sweet. 100 Executive Job Search Tips - by Position Ignition.

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Careers Done Write

AUGUST 2, 2013

It will be tough to tell her that you will not recommend her , but, perhaps you can tell her that it is your department’s policy to hire candidates with a steady work history. Ask Deb Recommendations Dear Deb: I have a really good friend who has helped me in so many ways, but she is a horrible employee. She’s basically a well-intentioned flake who skates from one job to another. Somehow, she survives. She swears that she has turned a corner and is serious now.

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Algrim.co

AUGUST 13, 2020

An Eagle Scout recommendation letter is a professional letter and business letter authored to suggest a scout become an Eagle Scout to the Eagle Scout Board of Review. Collecting recommendation letters and references is essential to becoming an Eagle Scout. When a boy scout or Eagle Scout candidate requests a letter of recommendation, they should

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Career Realism

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

4 Tricks For Getting Awesome Letters Of Recommendation. This can include anything from failing to inform or keep references up-to-date on your current status to asking for letters of recommendation in a panic due to a prospective employer’s request during an interview. Related: 3 Persuasive Ways To Use LinkedIn Recommendations. Here are some no-fail tips on how to capture that awesome letter of recommendation, before you actually need it.

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Ms. Career Girl

OCTOBER 27, 2014

The post 5 Recommended Podcasts That Aspiring Business Owners Should Check Out appeared first on Ms. The post 5 Recommended Podcasts That Aspiring Business Owners Should Check Out appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. Are you listening to podcasts yet? You should be! Podcasts are one of the most fantastic things about technology, especially for business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs and career mavens.

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Career Realism

MARCH 17, 2014

Everyone knows you should get recommendations on LinkedIn, but few are aware of the most persuasive ways to use them to get your dream job. Related: How To Ask For LinkedIn Recommendations. And if you look at LinkedIn recommendations from a slightly different perspective, you’ll see that they might just help you out even more than you thought possible… when used correctly. Now, LinkedIn recommendations are essentially testimonials to your character and ability.

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Career Realism

SEPTEMBER 5, 2016

3 Persuasive Ways To Use LinkedIn Recommendations. Everyone knows you should get recommendations on LinkedIn, but few are aware of the most persuasive ways to use them to get your dream job. RELATED : 3 Ways To Ask For LinkedIn Recommendations. And if you look at LinkedIn recommendations from a slightly different perspective, you’ll see that they might just help you out even more than you thought possible… when used correctly. So, How Do You Get Great Recommendations?

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Hiring Technical People

OCTOBER 11, 2010

→ Networking and Recommendations Posted on October 11, 2010 by johanna People often use my network to ask me for back-door references about people I know. But one thing I am happy to do is to provide a recommendation on LinkedIn. I still have to know someone pretty well, or know an aspect of their work well enough to write a recommendation. But a recommendation is not a reference. Don’t ask anyone for a recommendation unless they know your work well.

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Algrim.co

DECEMBER 18, 2019

When an intern completes their internship program, as your manager, they should ask you for a letter of recommendation. This letter encourages future employers to comprehend the employable qualities and competencies of that employee. Interns are often lacking work experience.

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Career Realism

FEBRUARY 10, 2016

3 Ways To Ask For LinkedIn Recommendations. It is important to get recommendations on LinkedIn to build credibility. Here are a few tips… Related: 5 Tips For Asking For A LinkedIn Recommendation. Before asking anyone for recommendations, you need to prioritize. You’ll want at least one recommendation for each job and at least some of these recommendations should be from people more senior than you. Ask For A Recommendation Via Email First.

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Career Realism

APRIL 22, 2014

discuses the difference between LinkedIn endorsements and recommendations and explains why they are both useful. The post LinkedIn Endorsements Vs. Recommendations [Aired 4/21/14] appeared first on CAREEREALISM. LinkedIn Lab Endorsements LinkedIn recommendations In this episode of LinkedIn Labs, J.T.

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Career Realism

JUNE 29, 2014

LinkedIn recommendations are a tremendous asset to your job search. You can quickly and easily point a potential employer to your LinkedIn profile and they’ll be able to see verifiable references and recommendations of the quality of your work and the results you deliver. Related: How To Ask For LinkedIn Recommendations. So, how do you choose the right people to request a recommendation from? And how do you know if they’ll give you a good recommendation?

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Jobacle

APRIL 17, 2012

We hear it all the time, and for good reason: networking is the most important tool you’ll ever use. The short story is that, at its core, business is about people talking to people. Sure, technology has removed the need to get up close and personal for a growing percentage of today’s business transactions, but it’s still about relationships and establishing contact. One of the best ways to make lasting connections in any industry is to engage in networking.

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Algrim.co

AUGUST 17, 2020

Students often request a recommendation letter (or reference letter) for future scholarship opportunities. They request this letter of recommendation for a scholarship to the professor, teacher, guidance counselor, or faculty member they are closest to. The recommendation letter will support the student’s scholarship letter, accompanying school test scores

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Algrim.co

AUGUST 13, 2020

A letter of recommendation for graduate school is a professional business letter (or reference letter) authored by professors, faculty, and other educators for students. The recommendation letter serves to vouch for a student’s coursework, grade point average (GPA), and general ambition. This is useful for the graduate school (or “grad school”) admissions c

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Career Realism

APRIL 29, 2014

will show you how you can get the best recommendations for your LinkedIn profile. She gives you examples of how to approach someone whom you’d like a recommendation from along with telling how to pick out the best person to ask. The post How To Get The LinkedIn Recommendation You Want [Aired 4/28/14] appeared first on CAREEREALISM. LinkedIn Lab linkedin recommendations In this episode of the LinkedIn Lab, J.T.

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