Archive for June, 2007

Employers can benefit from hiring older workers

Posted on 17. Jun, 2007 by Bill.

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Employers can benefit from hiring older workers
Today’s concept of an “older worker” no longer is the stereotype of an individual nearing retirement.
Older workers now are vibrant, talented individuals whose years of expertise are highly valued and are being looked upon by employers as respected and knowledgeable individuals in the prime of working life.
Just take a [...]

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My job hunt by Roger Ramjet

Posted on 11. Jun, 2007 by Bill.

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My job hunt Paul Murphy at ZDNet Blog
This is a special guest blog by Roger Ramjet – to kick off a week of job related discussions.Murph has asked me to write about my experiences in my job search. Before I do that, I would like to explain why a 40-something would leave a “cake” job [...]

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Increasing your Credibility in 30 days: How to Brag without Bragging

Posted on 06. Jun, 2007 by Bill.

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Increasing your Credibility in 30 days: How to Brag without Bragging – Lifhack.org Blog
The meek have not inherited the earth and it appears they won’t anytime soon. The people who get ahead are the ones who know how to brag without coming across the wrong way. There is no one right way to do this [...]

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Many have second thoughts about new jobs

Posted on 06. Jun, 2007 by Bill.

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Many have second thoughts about new jobs
Call it buyer’s remorse. Premature extrication. Or ”Oops, I should’ve checked with the spouse” syndrome.
Whatever you call it, University of Florida basketball coach Billy Donovan is trying to join a long list of mind-changers by accepting, then rejecting, an offer to coach the NBA Orlando Magic.
Corporate recruiters estimate that [...]

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You Can Always Get What You Want

Posted on 05. Jun, 2007 by Bill.

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You Can Always Get What You Want – Vital Accuracy Blog
“Things that matter most, must never be at the mercy of things that matter least.” Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Most of us don’t work out what we want. And most of us end up with lopsided lives as a result. We may get work right [...]

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The Art of Schmoozing II – Guy Kawasaki – Always On

Posted on 04. Jun, 2007 by Bill.

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The Art of Schmoozing II – Guy Kawasaki – Always On
Susan RoAne wrote the book on schmoozing. Literally: How to Work a Room: Your Essential Guide to Savvy Socializing. The recently updated and revised book is a classic because we will all have to walk into “rooms” that contain meetings, conferences, trade shows, business [...]

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Interview advice: Be prepared, but be yourself

Posted on 04. Jun, 2007 by Bill.

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Interview advice: Be prepared, but be yourself
Be early and be prepared, but don’t forget to be yourself.
Q: I have a job interview next week with a company I really like. I don’t have very much interviewing experience, and I made lots of mistakes in the last one. Any suggestions?
A: If you’re nervous about the interview, [...]

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Job seekers step up to video

Posted on 03. Jun, 2007 by Bill.

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Job seekers step up to video
Last spring, college seniors worried about prospective employers using Web sites like MySpace and Facebook to track down any hidden character flaws – think racy spring-break photos and anatomically inspired nicknames.
But this year, Web sites are letting job seekers of all ages take back control of their cyber personae with [...]

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First impressions count in job hunt

Posted on 02. Jun, 2007 by Bill.

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First impressions count in job hunt
Still looking for that great summer job?
Ann Lattimore, a counselor with the Tennessee Career Center in Jackson, offered some tips for getting the job you want and keeping it.
It’s normal to feel nervous about a job interview, Lattimore said, but don’t be so nervous that your character doesn’t show through.
“The [...]

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