Archive for the ‘Career Changes’ Category
Tuesday, October 12th, 2010
We all know that jobs in the Entertainment industry have the highest potential of raking in millions of dollars. The most high earners in this industry are the film directors, producers, actors, and singers. But the entertainment industry is so diverse that anyone can find a spot to call their own. Why not? Oftentimes, jobs in this industry don’t require any formal educational. Making it big is usually achieved with sheer luck, extreme passion, a lot of patience and utmost persistence. Good looks are always a plus of course. But talent is often more valued. There are a lot more entertainment jobs that pay well --- and some consistently too!…
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Tuesday, October 12th, 2010
In this Social Networking Age, who hasn’t heard of social media, or social networking? Alright, so there may be a few people who are not keen with this sort of thing, but they’re a rare breed. Everybody has Facebook or Twitter or both; and probably other social networks account, too. But social networking is more than just keeping in touch. Social media is the most effective means of communication these days - in every sense of the word. Here are other opportunities you should be using your social network for.
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Job hunting. Of course you can maximize the use of social networks when you are looking for a job.…
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Monday, October 11th, 2010
It really is a challenge when you're faced with the task of coming up with a resume that is appealing, impressive, and effective. You want to come up with a resume that can sell you and make companies run after you. You are aware that competition is tough and you just have to work to get the lead. And if there’s one thing that could cause you worry, it’s the short stint(s) you may have on your resume.
If you’ve had several jobs over a short period of time and don’t provide an explanation to those address those changes, you will be perceived as a job-hopper by recruiters and hiring managers.
Although job-hopping…
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Wednesday, October 6th, 2010
Have you been offered a position to a satellite office of your company in another country? Or are you interested in taking a job outside your own community? Taking on an overseas assignment can be both exciting and scary. But in today’s global marketplace, you shouldn’t let trepidation get in the way and hinder your purpose. If you are contemplating on accepting such assignment, here are practical things you should remember.
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Adjust the clock. There’s a great chance that you’ll be assigned somewhere that has a different time zone, which naturally means a shift in your time outlook. Prepare yourself for…
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Wednesday, October 6th, 2010
Most people think that working in huge corporations and scaling the corporate ladder can take to them greater heights. However, there are some people who do not want to get tied to a 9 to 5 job or report to an office every day. Some just don’t feel comfortable in the corporate world. Fortunately, they still find a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction in their careers – not just psychologically, but also in terms of earnings. There are plenty of jobs outside the corporate world that really pay well. Check out some of these best-paying jobs that don’t require the routine schedule that corporate jobs demand.
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Tuesday, October 5th, 2010
With the present economic crunch, even the basic needs seem to have become too costly and most people can hardly afford to pay utility bills and keep their lights on or the phone working. You work like a horse for a month and when you look at your paycheck (if you still have one, that is) and you wonder how you’re ever going to make it last through the next salary period. Short of robbing a bank or winning the lottery, what options do you have to augment your financial dilemma? Trying to come up with schemes to make extra income seems to be the trend these days. Online jobs and businesses, work-at-home careers, freelancer jobs and other side…
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Tags: career change, job, job duties, job history, job history in resume, job hunt, Job Search, job skills, job tips, new job, Personal Branding, professional
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Monday, October 4th, 2010
Are you one of those movie enthusiasts who remembers every location and each of John McClane’s nemesis in all four Die Hard films? Or maybe movies are so much in your blood that you can actually quote lines (verbatim) from The Godfather I, II and III without blinking. How do you like the idea of giving free rein to your love for movies and getting paid for it? Sounds fantastic, doesn’t it? Here’s some great news for a movie buff like you; you can turn your passion for movies into a worthwhile job! Check out some of the jobs for movie buffs listed below; you might find one that you may want to try out for size.
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Monday, October 4th, 2010
It’s undeniable that office attire has evolved into more casual styles through the years, but this is not always true in all work places. Dress standards may vary according to career fields or industry and for each company. While traditional office attire works well in such industries as banking and finance, law or consultancy firms and the likes; communications, advertising, entertainment and other similar fields generally advocate a more relaxed and less conservative type of dress standards. Dressing for a job interview is entirely different, though.
Before you even have the chance to utter your first word, the…
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Tags: career change, Interview, interview advice, interview focus, interviews, job, job hunt, job interview, Job Search, job tips, jobs, new job, Personal Branding, professional
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Friday, October 1st, 2010
Which do you prefer – an older or a younger boss? What's so good (or not so good) about having a boss who does not belong to the same generation as yours? In a nutshell, you can say that the difference in (generation) style can become an issue; what works for the boss might not work for you and vice versa. Read on and see if you agree or disagree with some points discussed below (with the assumption that you are in the mid-range age).
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Impressing them. As an employee, you are inclined to try to impress your boss, and that's normal. If you have a younger boss, chances are there are…
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Friday, October 1st, 2010
(AKA Things You Should do Before You Resign from A Company)
Are you contemplating on resigning from your current job? Leaving your job requires thorough assessment and there are things to carefully consider before finally deciding whether to resign or not. If you have finally made the decision to submit your resignation letter to the boss, several things have be done before you say goodbye to your company and take the final steps out of the office. If you’re interested to know what you should do before you resign from a company, read on.
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Check your personal savings. This is the first, most practical…
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