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Given the dismal outlook for the job market in the foreseeable future--driven in large measure by the uncertainty of the regulations and taxes the government may impose on businesses--employers are reluctant to take on permanent employees. This m...
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After all your efforts--networking and distributing your resume--you've landed an interview for a job that looks just like the spot you've been looking for. It's a good fit between your qualifications and the requirements of the opportunity. You f...
November 14
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Mentors have strong and respected place in the world of work. In fact, that role is growing in importance. Usually, older and more experience, mentors provide coaching and serve as role models for neophytes who turn to them for advice on how to b...
November 4
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Career Advice All of the vibes seemed positive. You've had a series of interviews with a potential employer, beginning with the human resources officer heading up the job search and moving through to the manager to whom the position reports. It l...
October 16
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You've been sitting on the edge of your chair, waiting for that offer for the job you badly want. Bingo! The offer comes through. But there's just one hang-up: you'd have to pack up and move to a new location half way across the country. You shou...
October 15
Many thanks for your comment. You were fortunate to find a boss who truly acted as a mentor. You sound like a winner. II wish you great success! Ramon
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No doubt about it, most of us at one time or another can identify with Comedian Rodney Dangerfield's trademark lament, "I don't get no respect." That's not surprising because our need to be appreciated along our career path is not always satisfied...
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Never depend on a friendship with your boss to insure career success. Think of the relationship as a business deal on your career path. You have something to sell--your skills and knowledge. The boss is a buyer. The price paid is an investment by ...
September 11

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Career Professional
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Arlington Heights, Ill.
About Me:
A former senior VP of American Express. Now an author and career coach.
I publish a free semi-monthly newsletter, The Career Accelerator (c).
www.commonsenseatworkc.om
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http://www.commonsenseatwork.com

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Career Advice: Temp Jobs Can Lead To Permanent Employment

Given the dismal outlook for the job market in the foreseeable future--driven in large measure by the uncertainty of the regulations and taxes the government may impose on businesses--employers are reluctant to take on permanent employees.

This means that there will be more opportunities for temporary hiring and internships.

There are two ways to work in these situations.

One, some will treat the job as a short term, stop-gap proposition. They will show up, do what they are told to do and not… Continue

Posted on December 5, 2009 at 12:46pm —

Ramon Greenwood

Career Advice: There Are At Least 14 Ways To Sabotage An Interview

After all your efforts--networking and distributing your resume--you've landed an interview for a job that looks just like the spot you've been looking for. It's a good fit between your qualifications and the requirements of the opportunity. You feel confident it will be another step on your career path.

Now, it's up to you to conduct a winning face-to-face interviews with those persons who will make the final hiring decision. It's time to sell the total package that is you and the benefits you… Continue

Posted on November 14, 2009 at 12:56pm —

Ramon Greenwood

Career Advice: Reverse Mentoring Is Revolutionizing The Workplace

Mentors have strong and respected place in the world of work. In fact, that role is growing in importance.

Usually, older and more experience, mentors provide coaching and serve as role models for neophytes who turn to them for advice on how to build and manage careers. This role is important to the success of individuals and organizations.

Mentoring is taking on a new dimension as increasingly younger careerists are performing that vital service for their older bosses and associates.

It's be… Continue

Posted on November 4, 2009 at 12:10pm —

Ramon Greenwood

Don't Call Off Job Search Until An Offer Is In Hand

Career Advice

All of the vibes seemed positive. You've had a series of interviews with a potential employer, beginning with the human resources officer heading up the job search and moving through to the manager to whom the position reports. It looks like a perfect fit for your particular education and experience. There's even been discussion of a starting date. Lunch with the division vice president, which you are told is really just a sign-off, couldn't have gone better.

It looks like a marr… Continue

Posted on October 16, 2009 at 12:23pm —

Ramon Greenwood

Career Advice: Think Twice Before Relocating For Job

You've been sitting on the edge of your chair, waiting for that offer for the job you badly want. Bingo! The offer comes through. But there's just one hang-up: you'd have to pack up and move to a new location half way across the country.

You should realize this is a very serious challenge. So back off and carefully analyze your needs as compared to the cost of the opportunity. That's right, "cost", because there's a price tag on every opportunity along the career path.

Consider these career ti… Continue

Posted on October 15, 2009 at 11:00am —

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