If a company really wants you on the payroll, a manager will probably make you an offer. You might forget a seemingly crucial element the morning of your job interview—deodorant, for example— Continue reading »
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Aug 102011
The interview may be over, but your chance to make an impression is not. Here are 10 strategies to continue boosting your candidacy.
Show that you’re still interested. Leave no doubt in the interviewer’s mind about Continue reading »
Aug 102011
“The human race has only one really effective weapon, and that is laughter. The moment it arises, all our hardnesses yield, all our irritations and resentments slip away and a sunny spirit takes their place.” — Mark Twain
Sit with children as they play and you will hear a joyful sound: the sound of laughter. Children can be counted Continue reading »
Aug 102011
Many of the techniques that job hunters use to prepare for face-to-face interviews can also be applied to phone interviews—you’ll need to be prepared to both answer and ask questions. However, Continue reading »
Aug 102011
If you’re planning to start a job search and you believe that references aren’t important, think again. Regardless of the job you do, it’s almost guaranteed that an employer will check an average of three of the Continue reading »
Aug 102011
When you buy Make Time For Success! and put its techniques to work for you, you are choosing to develop a long term strategy to get your life back on track.
This is not a “quick fix” or one day solution. This is a step-by-step, powerful process that Continue reading »
Aug 102011
Are you facing that career change decision-point?
Do you wish you were? Take it slowly and make sure what you Continue reading »
Aug 102011
When you’re looking to get hired or get promoted, what do you think is your most important asset? Your experience? Knowledge? Skill? Talent?While all of those are advantages that will help you achieve your goals, Continue reading »
Aug 102011
Here are the keys to successful career assessment. Follow these simple rules and you should achieve success in this self-discovery process.
Do be aware that assessments are available to help guide you toward the right career for you. A qualified career Continue reading »
Aug 102011
You don’t want to stay in your current position forever… you want to move up! Here are 20 ways to boost your chances of getting that nice promotion:
1. Do more than is expected of you . Prove that you’re capable of handing more responsibility. Volunteer for special assignments.
2. Take initiative and do what needs to be done , before being asked.
3. Learn the skills you’ll need to advance. Take advantage of on-the-job training, but don’t rely exclusively on that. Consider taking (and paying for) skill-enhancing courses on your own.
4. Be loyal to your boss, your team, and your company. (Yes, you can be loyal without being a “brown-noser.”)
5. Be patient and don’t expect to be promoted without demonstrating your abilities over time.
6. View the big picture and understand your company’s mission. Find ways to help them accomplish it.
7. Save money for your company by identifying ways to boost revenues, reduce expenses, or streamline processes.
8. Offer solutions to the problems you must take to your boss.
9. Show respect to everyone — superiors, peers, subordinates, and especially customers.
10. Don’t be afraid to say “I don’t know.” If you don’t know something, say so; don’t try to fake it. Find the answers you need.
11. Take responsibility for your actions . If you’re at fault, admit it and take the blame. If you’re wrong, apologize.
12. Never gossip . Gossip can hurt the careers of two people: the person being talked about, and the person doing the talking.
13. Never say “That’s not my job.” Don’t think you are above anything. Pitch in and set a good example, especially if the job is one that nobody else wants to do. Your willingness to do so will be noticed and appreciated!
14. Share the credit . People who share credit with others make a much better impression than those who take all the credit themselves.
15. Ask for help when you need it . Don’t let a difficult task get out of hand. When you need help, ask for it — before things get worse.
16. Keep your dislike to yourself . If you don’t like someone, don’t let it show. Never burn bridges or offend others as you move ahead in your career.
17. Don’t hold grudges . Life isn’t always fair. If you were passed over for promotion, didn’t get the project you wanted, etc., let it go. Be gracious and diplomatic, focus on the future and move on. Harboring grudges won’t advance your career.
18. Be humble . When you’re right, don’t gloat about it. Never say “I told you so!”
19. Make others feel important. Compliment others, emphasize their strengths and contributions, and help them whenever you can. They will enthusiastically help you in return.
20. Join associations and professional organizations related to your career. In addition to helping you learn more about your industry, this can provide invaluable networking opportunities. (Which might come in handy if your employer isn’t promoting!)