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How To Really Move Forward In Your Career By : DebBrownVolkman People come to me all the time because they are unhappy in their careers and are not sure what to do about it. They tell me the reasons they don’t have what they want; the economy, their company; some are even honest enough to blame themselves. They are all facing tough challenges, either internal or external. I believe that people do not move forward in their careers for 2 reasons... Expect To Have Problems In Your Career By : DebBrownVolkman Expect to have a wonderful idealist career all the time? If the answer is yes, then you are expecting too much. This is not to say that you are destined to have an unhappy career. It does mean that your career has its ups and downs and it’s all part of your journey to true career satisfaction. Change is Growth - Growth is Living By : Janice F. Baca "If we don't change, we don't grow. If we don't grow, we aren't really living." - Gail Sheehy What does a successful woman look like? How can you be successful by learning from her success? I can answer your questions with two words, “Change” and “Growth”. Change and growth requires you to stop, assess, and redirect. Engineering Jobs: Understanding the Different Sectors By : Jason Kay Engineering is a vocation which can be slotted into a myriad of fields. Primarily, engineers will be responsible for the planning and design of specific products within their particular field. When broken down, engineers can be found within the chemical, aerospace, electrical, civil and mechanical industries. The Professions of the Narcissist By : Sam Vaknin Several vocations meet these requirements: teaching, the clergy, show business, corporate management, the medical professions, the military, law enforcement agencies, politics, and sports. It is safe to predict that narcissists would be over-represented in these occupations. Certifications, Internship and Mentors for Telecommuters By : Laura Spawn Expert in Telecommuting With multiple sites on the internet that offer certifications in a variety of topics, a question for home-based or freelance telecommuters arises: are these sites legitimate and what good would the certifications do for me? Is Working at Home Right for You? By : Laura Spawn Expert in Telecommuting Working at home isn't right for everyone, but it could be right for you! Read this article to explore different issues that will help you determine if telecommuting is the right thing for your lifestyle. Topics covered include flexible work hours, spending less money, ways to avoid distractions and more! Recruiting Training is about Process Not Personality By : Kimberly Schenk If you're considering a career change and have a strong set of skills in a particular field you may be able to become a great Recruiter. Many people have the incorrect impression that to be a Recruiter one needs to be a sales person. While there's a need for some persuasion skills, the ability to follow the steps in the recruiting process is far more important. If you have a number of contacts in an industry you can jump start your success if you are open to learn the process. Why Energy Audits Make Great Business Sense By : Erik Energy audits are our first-line defense against effects of climate change and empty wallets because of rising energy bills. But there are easy things anyone can do to save big on your bills. Considering A Librarian Job? By : Josh Hanagarne A lot of mothers come to librarian job as a second career. Here are some questions you should ask before making the change/ You Can Achieve your Career Goals Even if you are Born a Loser By : Joshua Nyamache No single person was born a loser in this world. It is only that we have such a misconception in our minds. You can achieve your career goal by modifying your approach. Good Leadership Qualities That you Should Possess By : Joshua Nyamache Companies are craving for good leadership. All they want is a person that wins the whole hearted co-operation of its employees. As a leader, you should possess good qualities. Recruiting as a Career: Is It For Me? By : Kimberly Schenk There are great opportunities in the recruiting industry for anyone willing to learn the process. The average employer in the US today has a 24% turnover rate! If you are willing to learn the process, able to ask intelligent questions and listen carefully, you can earn some serious money! Full Cycle Recruiting - 10 Reasons to Learn It All! By : Kimberly Schenk Getting trained as a Recruiter is easier today than ever before. There are still agencies out there who simply park a new Recruiter at a desk with a phone and command them to start dialing. The 'sink or swim' mentality generates misery and is an outdated, brutal practice, in my opinion. New recruiters can learn the process and start to make money fast. They can feel confident and competent their approach is respectable and can generate a good income from the start. Training works. How To Be a Recruiter - 5 Tips to Make it Easier By : Kimberly Schenk Recruiting is about process, not personality. Don't worry if you were not born a fast talking salesperson. In fact a sincere, open, direct, honest, thoughtful approach will make you all the money you're after. Here are 5 tips to make you successful fast. Yes, you'll have to learn the process but every professional recruiter can distinguish their talent by keeping these tips in mind. Someday Isle By : Tiger in High Heels Really take a serious look at your career. Are you passing time on Someday Isle instead of taking charge of your life? Are you letting the days slip into weeks and months and years? Oops, retirement age peeks around the corner. Are you hiding your head in the sand like an ostrich and making excuses. If you don’t face it maybe it will solve itself. Not likely. Have you made the decision to stand up and take action? Life is a choice. Choose, take action, or face the consequences.