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February 27th, 2009

Effective Networking, Developing this Essential Skill

Effective Networking, Developing this Essential Skill

The ability to do effective networking is an often overlooked leadership skill, but it’s one that will greatly assist you in getting the career you want. Ibarra and Hunter, authors of “How Leaders Create and Use Networks,” published in the January 2007 issue of The Harvard Business Review, stated that: “Networking is simultaneously one of the most self-evident and one of the most dreaded developmental challenges that aspiring leaders must address.”

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February 27th, 2009

Networking etiquette: respecting your professional contacts

Networking etiquette: respecting your professional contacts

A professional network is indispensable when you’re looking for a job. Your contacts can suggest promising leads or put you in touch with firms that are hiring. They may provide you with first-hand information about a company or give you the name of a staff member they know.

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February 27th, 2009

Business networking online | Tips for business networking online

Business networking online | Tips for business networking online

Business networking online provides the opportunity to expand your contacts without ever going to a wine and cheese event. Turn to business networking online as quick, painless way to keep track of contacts – without having to “do lunch”.

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February 27th, 2009

Professional membership societies: the benefits of professional association membership

Professional membership societies: the benefits of professional association membership

Professional membership societies may not be among your top priorities, given the number of responsibilities that you juggle on a daily basis. After all, professional membership societies often entail get-togethers and what business person has time for more meetings and activities?

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February 20th, 2009

Clues to your Strengths & Passions

Clues to your Strengths & Passions

One of the first steps you should take when beginning your career exploration and planning process is undergoing a thorough self-awareness process that looks at your preferences, what motivates you, and your past successes.

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January 27th, 2009

Interviewing and salary negotiation

Interviewing and salary negotiation

Interviewing and salary negotiation go hand in hand. The trick with interviewing and salary negotiation is to plan ahead for the job you want

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January 27th, 2009

Knowing What You’re Worth

Knowing What You're Worth

You are an entrepreneur and your company is you. Your paycheque is the revenue generated from the services you provide your employer. Like any successful business, you want to maximize your revenues and retain the customer – in this case, your employer. This is achieved by providing high quality service and charging a fee that is competitive and worthy of the value provided. Put simply, you want to get paid what you are worth.

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January 27th, 2009

Salary during a job interview tips for negotiation

Salary during a job interview tips for negotiation

Salary discussions may be the most anxiety-provoking part of a job interview. Many people feel embarrassed or pressured when it comes to talking money. Although job seekers often hear that they should wait for the interviewer to bring up salary

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January 27th, 2009

Eight things that can boost your pay

Eight things that can boost your pay

Did you know employers sometimes pay a premium for the right education and experience? Or that you might be able to earn more by doing the same job in a larger company?

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January 13th, 2009

Resume career profiles sizzle when you add numbers

Resume career profiles sizzle when you add numbers

Resume career profile writing can make a huge difference in your job search. By taking the time to create a powerful resume career profile, you can stand out from other candidates.

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