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4 Ways to Turn Over a New (Year's) Leaf in Your Career
Tweet Share on Facebook January 3, 2013 CommentIt is easy to get stuck in a rut. We all do it. The rut can be the safe place—like a job, or common behavior—such as complaining about your commute. Each and every day we face choices and make decisions that impact our future and happiness. Maybe this is the year to start new patterns, routines, and habits. Here are some ideas to get you going.
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How to Ace an Out-of-Town Interview
Tweet Share on Facebook January 2, 2013 CommentIf you're invited to interview with an out-of-town company, you'll need to do more preparation than if you were interviewing locally. Here are seven things to think about as you prepare for an out-of-town interview.
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How Are You Going to Get a New Job for the New Year?
Tweet Share on Facebook January 2, 2013 CommentOne thing that hasn't changed with the new calendar: If you want a new job, you're going to have to take some action to get one. The sit-back-and-wait technique is low-impact, but usually doesn't yield results. If you're hoping for a new job in the new year, make sure you keep the following in mind:
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How to Turn 3 Career Resolutions Into Reality
Tweet Share on Facebook January 2, 2013 CommentEvery year about this time many people begin making promises to themselves and others to create positive changes in their lives and careers. These resolutions run the gamut from dropping a few pounds to getting a new job.
You can find plenty of help where your physique is concerned, but here, let's focus on your career goals.
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3 Ways to Power Up Your Resume for the New Year
Tweet Share on Facebook January 2, 2013 CommentThe new year is at hand. With holiday parties over, now is the time to roll up your sleeves and execute your resolution to move your career to the next level.
As you sit down to compose or edit your resume, remember its singular purpose is to address an employer's first question: "Can this person do the work that is associated with this job, and do they have the right background to make a potentially strong fit?" Only if you pass this test can you begin to move along the other stages of the hiring process. Use these powers to convey your unique value and distinguish yourself from all the other candidates who have had similar career paths and job descriptions as yours:













