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Boomers Need to Rethink Seeking Full-Time Jobs With Gen Xers
Guest article by Randy Block, Career Transition Coach In my coaching practice, I often hear complaints from job seekers over 50 regarding not being considered for a full-time position by a Gen Xer. “I was fully qualified and it makes no sense” is the most common complaint. “They simply don’t know how to hire” is [...] 0  Resume to Referral -
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Coming Up With Your Resume to Snatch an Employer’s Attention in an Easy Way
While you anticipate the new chapter in your work life, finding a method to stick out from other applicants, who are at least similarly qualified for the position you need, is a hard task. Your... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] Employment Digest -
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Don't Send Your Resume Out Undressed
Okay, so you have painstakingly prepared a powerful, attention-getting resume that fully highlights your accomplishments and frames your skills using the keywords and language of the target industry. Don’t make the mistake of sending it out into the world undressed—that is, without the appropriate outerwear — the cover letter! Few applicants give much thought to their cover letters, even though they have put blood, sweat, and tears into their resumes. The job of the cover letter... Quintessential Resumes and Cover Letters Tips -
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And The Award Goes To ... Ed Hamilton for most creative resume
Ed Hamilton came up with one of the most creative resumes I've seen. This one even beats the resume I wrote about 2 years ago, delivered on a sheet cake.It's not for everyone, but it's eye catching. So what did Ed do? He created his resume on Google Maps. Especially if your background is international, Google Maps can create a wonderful visual resume effect for your global experience. In addition, since Ed's background is in digital advertising and he's a writer, this works well in catching... reCareered -
1 hour 52 min ago
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Business is Always About Connection. Period.
I ran across this quote the other day from Mzinga CEO Barry Libert: “GM never thought of themselves of being in the business of connecting people, which is why they’re going bankrupt,” Pretty valid thought if you ask me. Should all businesses be involved in connecting people with each other? Better yet… should businesses search for that lofty goal of connecting people who use their services to people who do not? My opinion… Yes they should. Business has always... Personal Branding Blog -
2 hours 34 min ago
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Success and Positive People, Places, Things and Rituals
I have a great partnership with the folks at The Walk the Talk Company. They have published three of my books: Leading With Values; Solving Performance Problems and Your Success GPS. Later this year, they will be releasing a new book I’ve written: Common Sense Ideas for Building a Dream Team. I’m on their mailing list. Yesterday, this quote from Gail McMeekin, a Walk the Talk author, showed up in my in box. “What are your personal anchors — people, things, places, or rituals... Bud Bilanich -
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Is Norway working? The case for women on boards
By Elizabeth Harrin (London) Norway is considered one of the most progressive countries with regards to increasing the number of women on boards – thanks to it being an early adopter of legislation to force companies to recruit women to the boardroom. It sounded like a great idea to improve diversity and shareholder returns, and since then many other countries have adopted or considered similar laws. It’s been seven years since the law took affect. Has it made any difference? Amy Dittmar,... The Glass Hammer -
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Game theory at Denny’s
After a late night out, I found myself at the only eatery still open in the suburbs, the late night haven that is Denny’s. When paying for the meal, I noticed a curious offer on the receipt that read something like: If your receipt does not list a food or drink you ordered, let us know and you will get the item free plus a $5 gift certificate. What is the reason behind this message? Why are they paying customers for incorrect bills? My friend was quick to explain the logic. The issue at... Mind Your Decisions -
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Who's Hiring from the Fortune 500 Vol 12
Reposted from CareerAlley “The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary.” - Donald Kendall I know I'm dreaming, because I'm fresh out of school with "the world at my doorstep" and visions of grandeur about being Chief Executive Officer by the time I'm 30 years old. I have thousands of people working for me and my speaking engagements alone keep me incredibly busy. My office is the size of a large apartment and my administrative assistant has an administrative assistant!... Secrets of the Job Hunt -
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Choose Passion or Salary in Picking a Career?
Terry writes: I would like to ask you a question that will decide my future career. Should I pick a career based on my passion or on salary? By the way, I’m a high school senior and am preparing for college. If you be so kind, please write me back soon as possible. The Career Doctor responds: Hmm. Passion or salary? Well, I am an idealist, so I say why not both? Of course, if I had to choose one, I would ALWAYS say follow your passion. Sometimes I think people think that following... The Career Doctor Blog -
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I was attacked by Glenn Beck
Steven Rothberg, CollegeRecruiter.com http://www.CollegeRecruiter.com College Recruiter Blog -
Wed, 03/10/2010 - 23:56
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You Can’t Get Anywhere Unless You Start
On the Web recently, I ran across the reminiscence of a senior citizen about his first job as a shelf stocker at a supermarket. “They told me I would get two weeks paid vacation,” he recalls. “I couldn’t wait to find out where they were going to send me. I wasn’t the brightest crayon in the box.” When you’re in the job market for the first time, it pays to listen to everything you’re told . . . and not told, most especially before... Personal Branding Blog -
Wed, 03/10/2010 - 22:47
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The strategy of eating leftover food
image credit: muffet I often end up with leftover food in the fridge. It may be because I buy groceries generously, or because I cook in bulk, or because I often bring food home from restaurants. A while back I had a refrigerator full of leftovers including things like Parmesan cheese, a homemade vegetable soup, Chicago style pizza, and leftover gourmet sandwiches from a catered event I attended. The situation made me deliberate, and several issues came to mind, like: –Waste versus cost:... Mind Your Decisions -
Wed, 03/10/2010 - 21:21
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Video: Employer Branding 2010-2020
via vimeo.com Focus on Europe, but fairly applicable generally. Boomers will – likely – retire a few years later than they’d planned, so might relieve some short term pressure, but I suspect that’s borrowing Peter to pay Paul. We’re going to need to address workforce gaps either way. Posted via web from Martin [...] good to know -
Wed, 03/10/2010 - 17:46
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Employer Value Statements Make Your Resume Sizzle
Do you want to be perceived as the perfect candidate for the job? Who wouldn't, right? When I talk to hiring managers, I often ask if they have ever seen the resume of a perfect candidate - one who was born to do the job. The typical answer is not often ... but yes. The interesting thing, is how hiring managers typically answer this question - they usually go into a story about the candidate and usually raise the pitch of their voice, giving a very emotional response. The typical reaction... reCareered -
Wed, 03/10/2010 - 15:50
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Top Ten Ways to Find a Job
When the economy is in bad shape, the job market is usually worse. Those with jobs are trying to stay employed and people without jobs are desperately trying to find a new job, both can be extremely stressful. If you put in the time and effort into finding a new job you will be rewarded no matter how fierce the competition is. Stay motivated and persistent – finding a new job is your new job right now. These are the top ten ways to find a new job: 1. Use the Internet Daily – It is so easy... Secrets of the Job Hunt -
Wed, 03/10/2010 - 15:48
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I Am With Lindsay
You’ve read about Lindsay Lohan suing e*Trade over that baby commercial, you know, the one that says “that milkoholic Lindsay..” For those few of you over 60, er, 61 let’s say, who have not seen it yet, here is the e*Trade ad we are talking about. Evidently, her shyster attorney thinks young Lindsay, the star of “Mean Girls” and “Herbie: Fully Loaded” is on par with Oprah and Madonna in famous one-namer-land. She misses the point, it’s... What Would Dad Say -
Wed, 03/10/2010 - 15:29
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Is the Nonprofit World for You?
Who in the corporate world hasn't dreamed about changing jobs or careers and doing something that "really matters?"When you're fed up with being a cog in a big corporate wheel, or you just can't seem to care about selling more widgets, the grass looks a whole lot greener over on the nonprofit side of the fence, where they're saving the world and making a difference.But before you glue those rose-tinted glasses permanently onto your head, take the time to assess what... Life@Work -
Wed, 03/10/2010 - 14:17
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Mom's life@work Post #5: How Work Is Like Blackberry Bushes
This post is fifth in my "mom's life@work" series, which is bridging the work I do here with what I'm up to at Mom In The Balance. Other posts include Help for the Working Mom, Blend or Separate?, How to Reduce Your Stress During the Second Shift, and Why My Kids Should Tune Me Out. How do you want work to fit into the rest of your life?Let's face it - work has a way of taking over our lives if we let it. In that way it's kind of like blackberry bushes. Here in... Life@Work -
Wed, 03/10/2010 - 13:18
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Top Ten Geek Anthems (from CNN, so take it with a grain…)
http://www.cnn.com/2010/TECH/03/10/geek.anthems/index.html?hpt=C2# Decent list – but, I dunno, kind of obvious. I'm more a fan of this list See and download the full gallery on posterous Posted via email from Martin Burns’s Evolving Work good to know -
Wed, 03/10/2010 - 13:03
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