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1	Up in the Air Written by: Barbara Wulf MS, ACC, CPCC | Distributed: 2011-07-24 | - Word Count: 678 | Viewed: 280 | Votes: 0 When looking for work or changing careers, go beyond researching on the internet and reading articles. Find out how you can learn from the art of listening and having a conversation.
2	How to Write a Resume - Simple and Complex at the Same Time Written by: Rebecca Hawkes | Distributed: 2010-12-09 | - Word Count: 438 | Viewed: 1017 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 3.75 Writing an effective resume is as much a creative art as it is a logical puzzle. How do you take 500-600 words and make them jump out and scream "hire me" to an employer? It's a skill that needs constant refining.
3	3 Cutting Edge Steps Show You The Real Way To Make Money Online Written by: Ryan Parenti | Distributed: 2010-11-16 | - Word Count: 742 | Viewed: 758 | Votes: 0 Tens of thousands of people all over the globe are quietly cashing in on what may be the only recession proof industry -- at the very least it's one of few industries maintaining consistent and enormous growth! These people... well, these are just regular folks who have decided they want some extra income and have turned to information publishing for profit (staggering profit). Here is how they do it.
4	Understanding Your 401(k), IRA and Other Pre-Tax Investments Written by: Irene A. Majchrzak | Distributed: 2010-08-03 | - Word Count: 1005 | Viewed: 923 | Votes: 0 What does all of the bad economic news mean to you, the average investor. Well, if you are still working and contributing to your pre-tax 401(k)'s, 403(b)'s, or IRA savings your strategies for salvaging your retirement will include reviewing all of the investment options found in your 401(k), etc.
5	Delivering Effective Performance Feedback - Simple Steps for Success Written by: Andria L. Corso | Distributed: 2010-04-13 | - Word Count: 989 | Viewed: 1412 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 1.00 Delivering performance feedback does not need to be difficult. Follow the guidelines and feedback delivery model outlined in this article and you will create a more simple and effective process to deliver effective performance feedback.
6	Built-in Trust: Increase Sales Exponentially with a New Breed of Strategic Partnerships Written by: Joseph Skursky | Distributed: 2010-04-13 | - Word Count: 672 | Viewed: 808 | Votes: 0 Wouldn't it be nice if you could bypass the competition and get in front of hundreds of qualified prospects who are looking forward to talking with you? No cold-calling or expensive advertising. No sales calls to people who don't understand what you do or the value of it. No waiting months for people to decide whether to trust you or not. What would that do to your sales cycle? Your revenue? Your profit margins? Let's talk about a way you can accomplish this.
7	Lessons From Sport and Alan Jones Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2010-04-13 | - Word Count: 530 | Viewed: 648 | Votes: 0 I was flicking through the newspaper on the weekend when I came across an article about Alan Jones. The article covered a number of things, but there were a couple of things which stood out.
8	Too Much Chocolate? Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2010-04-07 | - Word Count: 429 | Viewed: 712 | Votes: 0 And I've heard it said that everyone is addicted to something... alcohol, drugs, sex, looking at email, other people's approval, etc. But there are good addictions too.
9	The Perspective of Dawn Written by: Barbara Wulf MS, ACC, CPCC | Distributed: 2010-03-15 | - Word Count: 560 | Viewed: 958 | Votes: 0 For years, I have been a night owl as opposed to an early bird. I embrace beautiful sunsets, bur rarely, on purpose, strive to witness a glorious sunrise. Recently while on a Caribbean cruise, with Diane Ackerman's book in hand, I challenged myself to be an early riser to discover the beauty of sunrise rather than my standard, sunset. It was a chance to try a different perspective. And, it was rather enjoyable.
10	Life is Like Mahjongg Written by: Barbara Wulf MS, ACC, CPCC | Distributed: 2010-03-11 | - Word Count: 695 | Viewed: 913 | Votes: 0 I have read all of Amy Tan's books starting with the Joy Luck Club, Kitchen God's Wife, The Hundred Secret Senses, and more. Each book carries the reader to the Far East and often, the author mentions people playing the game of Mahjongg, an ancient Chinese game of skill, strategy, and calculation with a certain amount of luck. Hmm...MahJongg... What kind of game is that?
11	The Top Ten Mistakes Made in Job Interviews and How to Avoid Them Written by: Cecile Peterkin | Distributed: 2010-03-11 | - Word Count: 650 | Viewed: 1357 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 3.00 A job interview is your chance to shine. Now that you've been given this opportunity, it's critical that you don't waste it. Here are the top ten mistakes made in job interviews and how to avoid them.
12	The Decline and Fall of the Retirement Empire Written by: Irene A. Majchrzak | Distributed: 2010-03-10 | - Word Count: 1317 | Viewed: 965 | Votes: 0 "I have a pension and it'll have to be enough!" As a financial Advisor over the past 10 years I have often heard this statement. It was difficult 10 years ago to explain to future retirees why this was an impossible belief to hold. 10 years ago no one would believe the changes that would occur in our world view.
13	Conducting Effective Career Aspiration Discussions with Employees Written by: Andria L. Corso | Distributed: 2010-03-10 | - Word Count: 690 | Viewed: 4449 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.00 Enhance your talent management and development programs through conducting career aspiration discussions with your employees. Find out where they want to grow their career to determine if it matches your business needs. This will enable you to differentiate your employee development to grow the future leaders of your company.
14	Plan Ahead: Your Personal Body Art May Carry An Unforeseen Cost Written by: Eileen Howerton | Distributed: 2010-02-25 | - Word Count: 532 | Viewed: 934 | Votes: 0 Over half of all tattoos that are given each year are spontaneous, and given without plan or thought. While these tattoos seemed like a great idea at the time, many young people are finding out that these tattoos are costing them more than the charge to have them put on.
15	New Year Still Is A Time Of Uncertainty For Economy Written by: Barbara Wulf MS, ACC, CPCC | Distributed: 2010-02-02 | - Word Count: 509 | Viewed: 1040 | Votes: 0 As we look back on the first decade of the new millennium, we realize in many ways it was a dud and disappointment. We witnessed the World Trade Towers being toppled with senseless terrorism. We closed the decade with the toppling of the global economy that resulted in high unemployment and massive job loss for young and old, skilled and unskilled.
16	Women and Social Entrepreneurship -- A Growing Trend Written by: K. MacKillop | Distributed: 2010-02-02 | - Word Count: 533 | Viewed: 586 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 3.00 Many women are finding that the power and privilege that comes with successful entrepreneurship make it easier to make a difference, both financially and by promoting new ideas. Combining a for-profit business with social activism provides the best of both worlds. Women who are thinking about launching a nonprofit should consider the alternative -- Social Entrepreneurship.
17	How to Persuade Without Really Trying Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2010-01-19 | - Word Count: 1170 | Viewed: 692 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 2.00 Recently, the owner of a consulting practice contacted me. In the email, she said that she needed an easier, more predictable way to find ideal prospects. She had already tried a lot of different things but nothing worked. So we set up a meeting so I could learn more about her situation and whether I could help. In this article, I will share with you what "I" learned...
18	PPO Vs Fee for Service Dental Practices: How to Make This Crucial Decision Wisely Written by: Peter Gopal, Ph.D. | Distributed: 2010-01-19 | - Word Count: 532 | Viewed: 1760 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 1.67 Our experience is that in an ideal situation, every dentist would like to have a FFS practice, but not all dentists are suited to running a FFS practice. To make a better decision about PPO participation, compare the characteristics of a successful heavy PPO practice with those of a FFS practice.
19	Will Training and Education Requirements Become Regulation for Clinical Research Professionals? Written by: Lisa Mazurka | Distributed: 2009-12-15 | - Word Count: 604 | Viewed: 645 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 2.00 In July 2008, the Department of Health and Human Services (OHRP) asked the clinical research industry to provide public comment on whether the agency should develop regulations which would mandate education and training requirements for clinical research professionals or whether additional guidance on the topic should be provided (73 Fed. Reg. 37460). This article will review some of the specific questions OHRP requested for public comment, the public response and any action by OHRP to date.
20	She's After Your Money Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2009-12-14 | - Word Count: 460 | Viewed: 761 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 0.00 Who would you rather be? The guy who had just managed to inherit a tidy sum from a bank before he left and had $700,000 in the bank... but had no money and limited skill? Or the guy who had invested the last five years of his life to gain the knowledge to practice as a specialist in this country with highly sought after skills. Many people would probably say the first guy.
21	Government Grant Writing: Doing It Yourself Written by: Brendon Turner | Distributed: 2009-10-27 | - Word Count: 419 | Viewed: 773 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 2.67 Chances are, if you're looking for a grant to start up your small business or not-for-profit organization, you don't have the money to hire grant writers. A few will work with the promise of payment once the grant money comes in, but these are few and far between. The alternative? Do the government grant writing yourself.
22	Government Grant Programs: Why You Need an Awesome Proposal Written by: Brendon Turner | Distributed: 2009-10-22 | - Word Count: 440 | Viewed: 768 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 3.75 Government funded grants might sound too good to be true, but the fact of the matter is that there are vast numbers of government grant programs out there. There are also a lot of people looking for that grant money, so if you are going to be successful in your application, you need to know what you're doing.
23	Creating an Info Product That (Practically) Sells Itself Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2009-10-15 | - Word Count: 1148 | Viewed: 656 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00 It's a common issue: you love your work and the clients you work with love your work too. But you wonder whether what you do will translate well if you're not doing it in person.
24	Top Ten Personal Habits Written by: Laurel Vespi | Distributed: 2009-09-08 | - Word Count: 427 | Viewed: 2036 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.40 Successful people have a regular routine of daily or weekly habits that reinforce the things that are most important to them. By practicing a set of personal success habits, they maintain a positive outlook, keep focused on their priorities, have more energy, and a greater sense of satisfaction with life.
25	Answering the Question: What Makes You So Great? Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2009-09-03 | - Word Count: 946 | Viewed: 839 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.71 The other day I was discussing marketing options with a client and she said something which took me completely by surprise. "Well, I guess I could be shameless and promote myself more when I'm doing a presentation but it's not like I have anything special or interesting to say..." I was surprised because this woman has singlehandedly built a very successful consulting practice and works with an impressive roster of Fortune 100 companies.
26	Hedge Your Bets With Job Loss Protection Insurance Written by: Kyle Fitzsimmons | Distributed: 2009-08-28 | - Word Count: 372 | Viewed: 1382 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.89 Even if you believe your job to be secure in the current economic downturn, you should learn about Job Loss Protection Insurance, just in case your "secure job" gets eliminated. You should also understand what your Job Loss Protection Insurance policy will actually do for you. The time to learn what your insurance policy does and does not cover is NOT when you have lost your job and your agent tells you that your policy does not cover "that".
27	Job Searching and Staying Marketable in a Recession Written by: Cecile Peterkin | Distributed: 2009-08-11 | - Word Count: 507 | Viewed: 1145 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 1.63 Job searching is never fun, nor is it something that is particularly comfortable for the majority of people out there. It can be frustrating, but ultimately, it can prove to be an extremely rewarding experience. There are additional challenges that exist, however, when it comes to job searching in a recession. Here are some helpful tips to ensure you'll be successful.
28	How to Use Personal Branding for a Competitive Edge Written by: Cecile Peterkin | Distributed: 2009-08-06 | - Word Count: 510 | Viewed: 662 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 Personal branding has proven to be a successful strategy - one that can also help you to get a competitive edge during your job search. If you want an exceptional career and to achieve your goals, learn how to use personal branding.
29	Volunteer Abroad with a Clean Conscience Written by: Stephen Knight | Distributed: 2009-08-06 | - Word Count: 923 | Viewed: 1020 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 1.67 Guidance for anyone thinking of volunteering abroad who is concerned about the negative impact of air travel.
30	The Big Picture Of Pursuing A Career As A Microsoft Networking Administrator Written by: Frank Pines | Distributed: 2009-07-16 | - Word Count: 656 | Viewed: 820 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.73 Pursuing a career as a Microsoft Networking Administrator can be both rewarding and challenging. There is a lot to learn in preparation for your career in this field, and you must be willing to upgrade those skills every few years in order to stay up-to-date on these ever-changing technologies. Fortunately, there are many potential paths that you can take that will allow you to successfully become a Microsoft Networking Administrator. No matter which path you choose to follow, however, there are some basic skills that you must have in order to reliably handle your job.
31	The Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) Certification Will Prove Your Worth Written by: Frank Pines | Distributed: 2009-07-15 | - Word Count: 500 | Viewed: 1451 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 3.08 Are you looking for a career in Information Technology? The Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) certification is a good choice to add to your credentials as a Network Security specialist. The CCSA has not only become a highly recognized and sought after credential to help you get the job, it verifies your knowledge and improves your practical application skills to help you keep the job.
32	Are You Considering A Career As A Microsoft Network Administrator? Written by: Frank Pines | Distributed: 2009-07-14 | - Word Count: 648 | Viewed: 1040 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.71 Computer technology has become an essential part of every industry and sector, whether civic or commercial. The industry continues to expand its capabilities, making the continuous and smooth operation of the Information Technology (IT) department a crucial aspect of any large organization. As more computer systems run on the Microsoft platform, there is a high and growing demand for Microsoft Network Administrators.
33	The LPI Certification Is The De Facto Standard For Linux Professionals Written by: Frank Pines | Distributed: 2009-07-10 | - Word Count: 543 | Viewed: 1209 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 1.89 With its certification programs, the Linux Professional Institute (LPI) has constantly raised the bar of excellence. It has continuously provided support to Linux professionals to meet the industry demands for expert skills. LPI has been acknowledged universally as a leader in providing professional help with Linux, Open Source, and Free Software.
34	How To Say No! Written by: Carol Chanel | Distributed: 2009-07-09 | - Word Count: 912 | Viewed: 1114 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 3.08 We've all have had the experience where we meant to say no to someone. We knew it was going to be difficult but we were determined this time. Then next thing you know, we're saying yes. How did that happen? Why did that happen? Do you notice that the very people you mean to say no to, are the ones who seem to draw the life energy out of you?
35	Are Your Decisions Crushing Your Spirit? Written by: Carol Chanel | Distributed: 2009-07-08 | - Word Count: 829 | Viewed: 1291 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 1.38 Next time you have to make a decision about a job, a relationship, a promotion, or even a date, I want you to run the fear-based vs. trust-based test past it.
36	CISSP Advanced Security Certification Can Lead to a Lucrative Career for the Committed Computer Security Professional Written by: Frank Pines | Distributed: 2009-07-07 | - Word Count: 623 | Viewed: 1349 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.50 Within months of 9/11, computer security became one of the hottest career choices in Information Technology (IT) departments around the world.
37	Schmooze To Sell Written by: Paul Barton | Distributed: 2009-04-15 | - Word Count: 734 | Viewed: 849 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 Schmooze: That's the thing to do if you want to give yourself a powerful advantage in selling your products or services -- or in selling YOU. Article explains why schmoozing works and gives real-life examples of selling success.
38	Federal Jobs Are Plentiful Written by: Benji O. Anosike | Distributed: 2009-02-26 | - Word Count: 1351 | Viewed: 1191 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.63 Think there are no job hiring anywhere in america today? Have you tried to job search in one place? Truth is, there are plenty of federal jobs with the federal government right now, with even increased worker hiring scheduled. And here's how and where!
39	Resume Writing - Can Software Make A Difference? Written by: David Alan Carter | Distributed: 2008-12-18 | - Word Count: 563 | Viewed: 936 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.43 A resume builder (i.e., resume software) is simply an interactive tool to help you craft your own resume. If you can compose a straightforward sentence and follow step-by-step instructions, you can write a professional-looking resume yourself - with help from a good resume builder. But how do you find a good one?
40	Resume Writing - Can Software Make A Difference? Written by: David Alan Carter | Distributed: 2008-12-15 | - Word Count: 563 | Viewed: 914 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.00 A resume builder (i.e., resume software) is simply an interactive tool to help you craft your own resume. If you can compose a straightforward sentence and follow step-by-step instructions, you can write a professional-looking resume yourself - with help from a good resume builder. But how do you find a good one?
41	There's More to Culinary Arts Than Being a Chef Written by: Jennifer Charleston | Distributed: 2008-10-09 | - Word Count: 797 | Viewed: 3547 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 2.93 Culinary arts is simply the art of cooking. Working in the field of culinary arts usually involves preparing meals which not only taste good, but look great too.
42	Why a Nursing Career is the Most Highly Rewarding Career You Can Choose Written by: Jennifer Charleston | Distributed: 2008-10-06 | - Word Count: 766 | Viewed: 6005 | Votes: 19 | Rating: 3.26 Nursing careers provide a richly rewarding career option. If you enjoy helping people and making a difference in their lives, then nursing is a wonderful career choice for you.
43	Laid Off? Today Is A Brand New Day Written by: Deborah Brown-Volkman | Distributed: 2008-10-02 | - Word Count: 948 | Viewed: 1093 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.70 A sudden job loss can be very unsettling, and it makes a person look inside in order to get perspective on their situation. I was a person that was laid off too a few years back, so I know what it is like to not have a job to go to.
44	Make Your Career Bullet Proof in a Turbulent Economy Written by: Lois P. Frankel, Ph.D. | Distributed: 2008-10-02 | - Word Count: 492 | Viewed: 1090 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.44 With the fall of major financial institutions, increasing home foreclosures, and government bailouts, Americans have good reason to be concerned about the safety of their jobs. Bestselling author and executive coach, Dr. Lois Frankel, provides readers with ten tips for making them valued and indispensable employees.
45	How a Paralegal Career is a Shortcut for Many in the Legal Field Written by: Jennifer Charleston | Distributed: 2008-09-30 | - Word Count: 825 | Viewed: 1687 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 2.73 Paralegal careers provide a large scope for diversity and variety as well as career advancement. Although an entry-level paralegal salary is not considered to be high, as time goes on and you gain experience you can become a very well paid paralegal with considerable responsibility.
46	Why Becoming a Pharmacist Means You Don't Have to Worry About Student Loans Written by: Jennifer Charleston | Distributed: 2008-09-26 | - Word Count: 692 | Viewed: 23600 | Votes: 85 | Rating: 3.18 So you want to become a pharmacist but are not sure where to start? Unlike other careers, there really is only one way to go about becoming a pharmacist. And that is to attend a university and gain a degree. For this reason all prospective pharmacists must have fantastic study abilities as well as the commitment to see out a long six year degree.
47	Laid Off at Lehman? Now Is Your Chance - Taking a Step Toward A New Career Written by: Izabella Tabarovsky | Distributed: 2008-09-25 | - Word Count: 671 | Viewed: 857 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.80 If you are among those laid off in recent Wall Street upheaval, resist the fear sweeping the industry. Now is your chance to take stock of your life and consider what else you could do to create a truly authentic and meaningful career for yourself.
48	How to Know if You'll Make a Good Police Officer Written by: Jennifer Charleston | Distributed: 2008-09-24 | - Word Count: 789 | Viewed: 6071 | Votes: 25 | Rating: 3.24 Becoming a police officer means you'll be taking on the most noble of jobs. Police officers are highly respected members of any community who risk their life daily in order to protect citizens. For this reason, becoming a police officer can be risky although very exciting. No two days are ever the same for a police officer out in the field.
49	Interior Designers: Dynamic Careers for Those with a Vision Written by: Jennifer Charleston | Distributed: 2008-09-18 | - Word Count: 818 | Viewed: 1801 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 3.25 Interior design careers are exciting, creative and dynamic. Interior design is becoming a popular field of work due to many people now wanting to renovate their homes. This could be due to the success of home improvement TV shows, magazines and websites.
50	The 1, 2, 3's of Accountant Career Options Written by: Jennifer Charleston | Distributed: 2008-09-17 | - Word Count: 803 | Viewed: 1291 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.67 An accounting career is a highly popular choice for many people. Although accounting may not be considered one of the most exciting professions, there is certainly a high sum of money to be made as an accountant. There are also many career opportunities and accounting careers options for qualified accountants.