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Business Cards - Twenty Quick TipsArticle Category : Career Management In this age of digital this, and technology that, when it . Don’t leave home without them. . Keep a supply in your car glovebox and in your wallet or Read the rest of this article »
Article Category : Career Management, Self Improvement If you are a pro-active, get-things-done type, sooner or later you will come in conflict with your boss. The same sort of assertiveness and confidence that leads you to have a mind of your own has helped him to earn his position. Another reality is that if you do not have some periodic disagreements with your supervisors you are probably not being as assertive as you should be in moving your career ahead. These conflicts can prove to be hazardous to the health of your career if they are not handled with common sense, says Ramon Greenwood, senior career counselor, www.CommonSenseAtWork.com> No one enjoys conflict, especially with the boss. But when you have an honest difference of opinion, it is better to pay the price of discomfort and take the risk of some penalty than to bottle up the frustration and nagging conscience that results from not meeting what you see as your responsibilities. Knowing you will have conflicts, you can be prepared to handle them so there are no individual losers. TURN CONFLICTS TO ADVANTAGES Greenwood says there are nine steps you can take to lessen the damage that can result from conflicts with your boss. In fact, you can turn these conflicts to your advantage. 1. The first step is to concisely define the issue– preferably in writing– so that you have a clear understanding as to what the controversy is all about. Determine how important it is to the parties involved and to the organization. If it is not truly important beyond your personal feelings, forget it. Save your energies for another time when the stakes are significant. 2. Give full consideration to the points of view of all parties concerned, especially the boss. His responsibilities are different than yours. He may have a legitimate reason for his opinion, which you are not aware of at the moment. The conflict you see may disappear with an explanation. 3. Weigh your reasons and objectives against the good of the organization. Before you “go to the mat” on an issue, be sure you are motivated by what you believe to be the larger interest and not just your own narrowly defined agenda. 4. Ask for a face-to-face discussion with your boss if, after due consideration, you still feel the difference is worth pursuing. If the matter is not resolved with a meeting, ask permission to leave a written explanation with your boss for his further consideration. 5. Never push your boss into a corner where he has no room for compromise. Do not air the conflict with your boss in the presence of others. 6. Avoid letting the matter be positioned on a personal basis. Emotions and personalities have no place in a confrontation with the boss. 7. Be tactful. Show respect for the boss’s position and responsibilities. Whatever the outcome of your differences with him, he is still your boss. 8. Keep the matter in perspective. It is good to remember that win, lose or draw, it is a rare situation when the resolution of an issue results in a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow or the world coming to an end. 9. Don’t pin a medal on your chest if you prevail or wear the black of mourning if the decision goes the other way. Get on with the job. If you have been heard and the boss still doesn’t agree, be a good trooper, support his decision, openly and aggressively. If the outlook is contrary to your basic values look for another job. If you can’t discuss the inevitable conflicts with your boss in a free and open manner so as to arrive at acceptable resolutions, or if such disagreements are so frequent and painful that your life and career are being disrupted, recognize you have a problem larger than any single issue. It may be that you are at odds with the standards and objectives of the boss or the organization. Or the personal chemistry between you and your boss may be out of balance. If you can’t resolve the conflicts or live with them, locate another opportunity. Life is too short to exist in a world of turmoil and confrontations, in the opinion of Greenwood. Senior career counselor for http://www.CommonSenseAtWork.com, Ramon Greenwood is a former senior vice president of American Express; a professional director for various businesses; a consultant; a published author of career related books and a syndicated column
Article Category : Career Management Why do you work? Stop and think about it. Other than the income you derive from the various tasks and responsibilities you perform on the job, are there any other reasons you get up every morning before the birds do, drive your car in rush-hour traffic, get into the office and go to several meetings throughout the day that have yet to change life as we know it, and sit at your desk going through all the things you need to go through that are a part of what’s been called, work? You’ve been doing this for a long time. You’ve been putting up with office politics, with a lot of grief from your supervisors, peers and direct reports, and then coming home a bit less energized than when you left twelve hours earlier, only to face other issues on the home front. Other than the money, what has been motivating you all these years? Hopefully, you have been able to derive a measure of satisfaction from doing those things that have tapped your creativity and utilized a good percentage of your talents, capabilities and unique gifts. Hopefully, you have followed your passion over the years and associated yourself with the types of jobs and careers for which you have felt a lot of enthusiasm, and from which you have been able to experience tremendous fulfillment. If you are reaching retirement age, it may be time for you to look at a retirement calculator, assess your finances, and review all the things that have produced your fulfillment. If you are financially positioned to retire, should you? It seems like a silly question, but there’s more to it than meets the eye. I don’t recommend retirement to anyone. Retirement implies you are no longer working. You’ve given up the treadmill described above for a villa somewhere off the coast of Spain. Sounds great, doesn’t it?! Then why would I not recommend retirement? The reason is simple: People need to do creative things. They need to be involved and express their talents and capabilities to the fullest. It’s not only a way of feeling useful or deriving an income; it’s more importantly a requirement for sanity and longevity. Numerous studies corroborate this. Does this mean you shouldn’t retire? Do you have to remain on the treadmill until you die? Not exactly. You can get out of the “rat race” without retiring. Applying a new dimension to the word, retire, it no longer implies that you stop working; rather, you are no longer working for someone else. You can still have that villa, only now you can also be engaged in creating and expressing your talents. For many retirees, it means establishing and marketing their hobbies. For many others, it’s about starting their own consulting business. The important thing to consider as you approach retirement age is that over the years you have brought a lot to the table and have given of yourself in many, many ways. You can now take those same talents and begin to look at ways you can continue to apply them in a self-employed capacity. The rewards will be great. You’ll be off the treadmill, you’ll stay sane, you’ll live longer, and that villa off the coast of Spain just got a new owner, you. Copyright ?2005 TopDog Group All rights reserved. David Richter is a recognized authority in career coaching and job search support. He has spent many years in recruitment, staffing, outplacement, counseling psychology and career management spanning most industries and professions. David founded TopDog Group in response to the needs of job candidates to have a higher quality of career coaching and support available on the Internet. David understands the mechanisms for success. He has formulated specific strategies anyone can use to secure interviews and receive offers. His extensive knowledge and experience sets David apart in this field, allowing him to offer a wealth of information and a vast array of tools, resources and strategies not found anywhere else. He has shown countless job seekers how to differentiate themselves and leverage their potential to the highest possible level, making a real difference in their careers. David holds both a Bachelors and Masters degree in Electrical Engineering and a Masters of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology. David’s website address is: http://www.procareercoach.com
Article Category : Career Management If you have a small business and looking to expand or to make your business more efficient, you will probably need to find some part time help. Many small business entrepreneurs would love to hire part time help, but sometimes can have reservations on whether the person they hire will do a good job, work effectively and help the business grow. Many small business owners have a difficult time letting others have control of their business. Small businesses work very hard to acquire customers and don’t want to lose them over a small snafu that a part time worker can commit. If you are a small business owner, you have to choose carefully who you will have working for you. There are plenty of great places to find part time help. Many people usually ask a friend or an acquaintance if they need a part time job. If you don’t know anyone personally, then it is probably a good idea to either put an ad in the paper or post your job online. Usually offering a person more money will increase the likelihood of a good job. Many small businesses also offer incentives to their employees to continue to do a good job or meet expectations. So if you are a small business owner and you want to expand your business, hire part time help.
Article Category : Career Management Let’s cut to the chase.a career training program is crucial A number of aspects come into consideration while selecting So, what exactly can a career training program do for you? 1. Career training programs groom your raw talent on the A lot of thought goes into the creation of the course
Article Category : Career Management As a natural part of my empowerment consulting practice, I These are all very different types of conversations. Most Read the rest of this article »
Article Category : Interview Tips, Career Management Many people’s idea of networking relates to the ’size of their Christmas Card List, rather than the quality of their relationship with each person on that list. Similarly those people network, but few reap the rewards of zeroing in on their potential. Here are some ideas to help fill the gap between where you are now and where you can be. 1 Be Generous - Give without expectations and you will be surprised at how it returns to you. It may not come from the same source but a new client, referral, or opportunity will show up because of your efforts. 2 Be Consistent - As in marketing, the more consistent your networking efforts the more productive they become. 3 Gift your contact - Imagine you are buying your contact a gift for their work - what might it be? Understanding what your contact is looking for is the key to developing rapport and mutual understanding. 4 Get Involved - Getting involved puts you in a consistent position of visibility. It allows you to retain ‘Top of Consciousness’ positioning and when people need someone your name will spring to mind. 5 Be a Powerful Resource & Facilitator for Others- Expand your network and facilitate for others. Use your networking resources to bridge people you know with others. What goes around comes around. 6 Learn the Needs of Others then Help Fill Those Needs - Can your business fill their needs? Who do you know who can? Either way you have a win/win situation. 7 Building relationships - is more important than collecting lots of leads. Think quality vs. quantity. Connect deeper vs. on the surface. 8 It’s More Important to Receive Business Cards than Hand Them Out - This puts you in a position to be able to follow up. Read the rest of this article »
Article Category : Career Management HELP WANTED: Eight Tips to Using the Classifieds Looking for a job in the newspaper classifieds is a great way to see what’s out there, but some of those job listings look like alphabet soup!!! What does “EOE” mean and what’s an “ex oppty?” Finding the right job for you among hundreds of listings may seem overwhelming; so here are a few tips to help you get the most out of the Help Wanted section of your local newspaper. Tip Number One: Take a few minutes to think about just what kind of job you’re after. How far can I travel? Am I willing to work at night or on weekends? It’s a good idea to make these kinds of decisions before you begin job hunting. Tip Number Two: Be sure to look at a local paper - one that lists jobs you can get to. It doesn’t make any sense to look at jobs across the state or across the country, unless, of course, you’re willing and able to move and live somewhere else. Focus your energy on jobs you can get to by bus, subway, or car. Tip Number Three: Job classifieds are arranged on the page in alphabetical order using the first letter of the first word appearing in the ad. So, an opening for a brake specialist will be listed after air conditioning technician, and before carpenter. This allows you to find just what you’re looking for, quickly. But be sure to read the entire ad because the first word - the listing word - may not describe the specific job advertised. Read the rest of this article »
Article Category : Career Management 1) Career Change - Blogs FEEL the future! There is a MAGIC that happens when individuals FOCUS on 2) Career Change - Telling the UNIVERSE You Are Available! They act as an ‘ICEBREAKER’ between strangers and CUT When you surf the Net you think you are looking for 3) Career Change - SHOWCASE Your Potential Without If you have always shied away from ’selling’ - blogs are Now, YOU can ‘SET OUT YOUR STALL’ in a blog and readers can
Article Category : Career Management Have you ever wondered if it would be possible to find the Step #1. Visualize yourself successful in your dream career
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