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Dos and Don’ts for a company holiday party

admin — Sun, 25 Nov 2012 13:38:53 +0000

The holiday party season is upon us, and although many companies are cutting down on lavish events, there will probably still be some kind of a celebration event at any workplace. Whether it’s a grand holiday party, a reception at your boss’ house, or drinks out at a bar, use holiday season events to network [...]

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3 more ways to volunteer

admin — Thu, 24 May 2012 14:31:04 +0000

Many women find volunteering in the community rewarding because it provides them with sense of belonging, helps meet new people, develops new skills and looks good on the resume. Non-profit organizations rely on volunteers and appreciate any help they can get. Here are some ideas for volunteering that you may find rewarding and satisfying. Walk [...]

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8 tips for a successful job search

admin — Tue, 01 May 2012 20:40:29 +0000

Finding a job when you need it is not easy, whether you are a seasoned professional with tons of experience, or a recent graduate fresh out of college. It’s just one of Murphy’s Laws: when you are gainfully employed and not looking, the job opportunities come up all the time. Whereas when a job is [...]

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Is your boss driving you crazy?

admin — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 02:12:12 +0000

The luckiest of us have had managers who were great mentors, who cared about our career advancements and personal growth, who provided direction without being critical and overall became the role models to live up to and inspire to be. Unfortunately, great bosses like that are hard to come by, and for the rest of [...]

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Is working from home for you?

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 02:20:57 +0000

Many people dream of working from home. No commute, no rushing out the door in the mornings. You can sleep in and work in your pajamas. It all seems so glamorous. However, as with anything else, it comes with advantages and disadvantages. Working from home is often the perfect situation for a stay-at-home mother. She [...]

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5 tips for job search

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 02:18:51 +0000

While many job lookers focus on the importance of the resume or the job interview, the important decisions in the hunt for the perfect new career can come much earlier. In fact, using these five tips for job searching can be just as important as having the right resume. Social media: Use of social media [...]

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How to get that new job

admin — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 23:54:27 +0000

Landing a new job is not always easy. Whether someone is trying to get back into the workforce, advance within her office or work for a new employer, there are several steps to get that new job. Study the Job Description: The description should explain the skills and experience for which the employer is looking. [...]

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