Posts Tagged: Career Success

Increase Your Marketability

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Employers seek employees that will satisfy the needs of their organization. When employers post available positions, they want the best of the applicants they interview. At every available opportunity, show your prospective employer that you not only possess the necessary skills, but that you also have additional attributes that will potentially benefit their organization. Marketing… Read more »

5 Ways to Maintain a Positive Mental Attitude

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  It is easy to allow a kernel of negativity to grow and consume your life. You mustn’t allow a bad attitude to destroy your motivation and put your life on hold. By keeping a positive mental attitude, you will feel better and achieve more success in life. Here are five ways to keep a… Read more »

The 5 Cs of Leadership – Skills to Screen For When Hiring New Employees

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Are you recruiting new team members for your company? Do you want to hire employees who will remain with your firm for the long-term? An excellent way to pick winners instead of ‘here today, gone tomorrow’ employees is to screen for leadership skills during the interview process. Be on the lookout for the following five… Read more »

Tips for Getting More Work Done… More Efficiently

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  Are you someone who gets stuck when overwhelmed with too much to do? Do you sometimes have so many tasks to complete that you make little progress? Do you feel as though day upon day you’re getting nowhere? If you’d like to work through distractions, lower your feelings of being overwhelmed, and actually get… Read more »

4 Ways A Leader Can Motivate Their Team

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In today’s competitive economy motivated employees can make the difference between a company that survives and one that doesn’t. The employer who motivates employees to do effective work has a big advantage. Here are four ways to do just that.   1. Listen to employees. People feel affirmed when someone listens to them. Paying attention… Read more »

5 Tips for Managing Workplace Stress

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Stress is something that we all must deal with in life. There are certain life events, such as divorce, death of a loved-one, or even buying a home that obviously lead to higher levels of stress. But, according to the Holmes-Rahe Life Events Scale, many still consider events related to the workplace as some of… Read more »

The Key to Business Success – It’s Still “All About the People!”

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If you own, lead or manage a successful business operation, you’ve probably come to realize that your most valuable asset is the people you hire. These are the people you will interact with on a daily basis. You have spent time, money and energy to ensure that they have the qualities you require. If your… Read more »

Interview Tips – What Does Your Nonverbal Communication Say About You?

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Interview Tips – Why Nonverbal Communication Is Important   Your body language can make or break your next job interview.  No matter how qualified you are for a job, how impressive your accomplishments, and how accurately you respond to the interviewer’s questions, the success of your next job interview will depend a great deal on… Read more »

Three Overused Words To Avoid On Management Resumes

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Three Overused Words You Should Avoid on Management Resumes Resumes are meant to engage potential employers, providing a straightforward, but intriguing representation of your management skills. Well-placed keywords are an important part of getting noticed, but overloading management resumes with vague adjectives makes it difficult for employers to weigh your experience and abilities against other… Read more »

4 Things Your Recruiter Should Be Doing For You

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According to the Bureau of Labor statistics, 2013 saw more than 10,000 jobs added to the energy sector, making it one of the fastest growing industries in the country. The market for top professionals is increasingly competitive as the demand for seasoned energy talent lags behind the supply. An expert industry recruiter can be your… Read more »