To build a better bio, one that’s not over the top but isn’t ho-hum either, is a dilemma for many job seekers.
The thing is, you don’t want to sound like a braggart, and yet you don’t want people ...
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Communication Gone Bad (And Viral)
Have you ever sent an email in anger or frustration? Who hasn't, right? Well, here's an example of an email communication gone bad and how it spread across the internet.
This is the saga of a young ...
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4 Soft Skills Google Searches for in Candidates
Have you ever wondered what employers are secretly hiring for? You’ve seen the mile-long job description asking for everything imaginable. Which skills and attributes are really going to land you the ...
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Summary Sunday: Do Your Career Differently
This Sunday's collection of posts is about approaching your career differently!
I read and share blog posts and articles across social media quite frequently. What I'm reading all ties together ...
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Motivation Monday: Toxic Thinking
All you need to do is hang around people who are seemingly successful and you can see the difference! What do you notice? ...
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Do You Have A Reputation? How will you use it?
Yes, you have a personal reputation. Whether you are about to graduate from college or a veteran to the workforce, you have one.
The question is, how do you market your personal reputation in a way ...
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Motivation Monday: Slow Down, You Move Too Fast
This week's motivation is about when to do NOTHING! Are there times when doing absolutely nothing is better than doing something? ...
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Master Your Career This Year
This collection of articles provides tips and advice to help you master your career this year! But if job search is part of the plan, you will find helpful resources in here too! ...
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Are You Ready For Social Recruiting?
Social Recruiting Humanizes The Process
Despite the dismal response most job seekers get after they have submitted an application, some companies are trying to engage and respond to questions through ...
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Job Search From Your Mobile Device
A hot trend to watch is the desire of job seekers to search and apply for jobs from a mobile device according to Jobvite's 2014 Job Seeker Nation Report. And there are some other take-aways as ...
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The Real Reasons the Company Has Gone Silent After the Interview
There are so many reasons the company may have gone silent after the interview.
Instead of thinking the worse or making assumptions, think about the reasons why the company hasn't said anything. ...
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Restarting Your Job Search
Has job search got your down? It happens to everyone. Restarting your job search isn't hard. ...
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Summary Sunday: Do NOT Dismiss Social Recruiting
Summary Sunday is my way of highlighting the stand-out job search and career articles shared across social channels over the past week. I read and follow the work of recruiters, Human Resources pros, ...
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Summary Sunday: 3 New Things To Try
On Sunday, I round up the job search and career posts that had an impact and are worth highlighting! Here are three I think should inspire and invigorate your upcoming week! ...
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80 Must-Follow Twitter Accounts 2014
Here are 80 Must-Follow Twitter Accounts for 2014. These pros consistently produce and share great quality information on Job Search and Careers. ...
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Expect More of This In 2014
So, like everyone else, I have to share my predictions for the workforce, hiring and recruiting for the next year. In case you missed some of the other's you can scroll to the bottom to check them ...
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My Three Words for 2014
Three words can drive momentum, maintain focus and prioritize your efforts! Will you take the Three Word challenge?
Credit Chris Brogan For This
I can't take credit for this exercise- full credit goes ...
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26 Tools My Business Couldn’t Live Without In 2013
Here are 26 tools my business couldn't live without in 2013. These are the go-to tools I find myself using again and again and highly recommend. ...
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Gearing Up for the Next Big Thing
Career Development Carnival: December 2013
What was your most popular post from 2013? This is the theme for this month's Career Development Carnival.
December is often a time of reflection and goal setting for the new year, and with that in ...
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12 Careers Expected To Be In-Demand in 2014
Hot, in-demand, expected to grow, good-paying jobs still exist! This is always good to hear! The trick is, landing them! You may have the exact match of skills, but, simply applying online for your ...
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Summary Sunday: Data Makes Life Easier
Sunday's are my round-up day. I re-share the articles that created a buzz or were just plain-old interesting!
Did you miss any of these?
Top 9 Posts For The Week
What Are the Top 10 Words NOT to ...
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Choosing A Career Can Be Overwhelming
Choosing a career, either for the first time or later in life, can be overwhelming, confusing, frustrating and/or just a pain in the ass. So how do you go about making the best choice? ...
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Gratitude Changes Everything
Having an attitude of gratitude could be the secret to happiness. ...
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Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook Launches
Gary Vaynerchuk's newest book Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook: How to Tell Your Story in a Noisy Social World launches! So what's the big deal?
Gary Practices What He Preaches
Throughout Jab, Jab, Jab, ...
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Summary Sunday: Let’s Get Visual
Visual content is HOT...but what is it exactly? Pictures, videos, infographics, and images. There's an old saying, a picture is worth a thousand words. Visual content stirs emotions which leads to ...
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Professionalism Takes More Than Wearing A Suit
Typical career advice for new graduates includes "what to wear" advice, but that is just the tip of the professionalism iceberg. What does it really take to be a professional in today's work ...
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Summary Sunday: Be Productive at Any Age
Don't we all want to feel like we are being more productive? Maybe you constantly feel overwhelmed or maybe you regularly fight procrastination. This summary round up has tips, pointers and advice for ...
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Never End Up In the Dreaded Black Hole Again
Don't let your resume end up in the dreaded black hole again! ...
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Small Business Saturday: Starting Out on Twitter
With all the news about Twitter's IPO this week, maybe you're thinking it is time to jump in!
Starting out on Twitter is a great step.
Twitter can help you connect better with your customers, find ...
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