Advice
Action Negates Fear In a Job Search
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Our worries and fear of failure, success and change can stymie a job search, CareerTrax founder David Jensen says. He knows because he’s faced it himself. In this piece, Jensen advises: “Don’t stagnate. Action — almost any type — acts like a balm on your fear.”
Three Job Interview No-No’s
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Your job interview seems to be going just fine — except the hiring manager keeps asking you a variation of the same question over and over again. Get used to it, says Richard Moy in this post about what not to say in a job interview.
Tips to Recession-Proofing Your Career
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Concerns over job security and the economy continue, especially when leading companies such as Johnson & Johnson, Yahoo Inc., and Chevron, among others, have announced plans to cut as many as 14,000 jobs. Entrepreneur Caren Merrick has these tips to “recession-proof” your career.WORK AT HOME MYTHS DISPELLED
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Working from home has become quite popular, but don’t be too quick to take it for granted. We have to admit, one great thing about working from home is not having to take your PJs off to get dressed in a suit and tie or heels and makeup. While you might believe that you can laze about whenever you want, the reality is quite the opposite.
The Grass Isn’t Always Greener
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When you’re dissatisfied with your job, it’s easy to begin thinking that maybe you chose the wrong career. That can lead to impulsively jumping ship. Before you do, Fast Company’s Lisa Evans has six questions to ask yourself, starting with: why did you get into this career?
Telecommuting Here to Stay
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