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November 24th, 2008

Career planning goals – make some resolutions

goal in careers

Career planning goals contribute to your success. But, when many people think of New Year’s resolutions, they concentrate on personal goals such as losing weight or joining a gym. However, it’s also critical to make setting career planning goals a priority.

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November 24th, 2008

Shift Happens

Shift Happens

Work lives are constantly changing, just like our personal lives. Sometimes, just when you really love it, shift happens.

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November 24th, 2008

Be Your Own Agent

Be Your Own Agent

Who is looking out for your career – your boss? Probably not. Your accountant? Doubtful.

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November 24th, 2008

Finding Your Balance:

Finding Your Balance:

Laid off recently because her firm went out of business, Mary is searching for a position with a company where she hopes history won’t repeat itself. Not only is she looking for an employer with a solid financial footing, but she also would prefer a job that doesn’t require her to work both nights and weekends.

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November 24th, 2008

How to Ask for a Raise: Increasing the Odds of Earning the Pay You Seek

How to Ask for a Raise: Increasing the Odds of Earning the Pay You Seek

Over the past few years, many workers have seen slim raises or none at all. But now with a strong shift to the economy and ongoing optimism, you may be considering asking your boss for a much-deserved bump in pay.

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November 24th, 2008

Career Relocation, Is It a Good Move?

Career Relocation, Is It a Good Move?

You’ve been offered a job that will require you to relocate across the country to manage a division for a new company. Or maybe you’re considering a transfer to a new location with your current employer. Should you accept the job?

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November 24th, 2008

Career Portfolios

Career Portfolios

A Career Portfolio is an evolving collection of documents showing your professional development, work history, qualifications, and accomplishments.

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November 24th, 2008

Considering a move to Vancouver, BC , Canada?: Know what you’re getting into

Considering a move to Vancouver, BC , Canada?:  Know what you're getting into

You’re deep in talks with a company in Vancouver. They desperately want you to join them. You are flattered, very interested, but something in your gut tells you to be cautious. Have you considered all the options? What’s missing from your checklist?

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November 24th, 2008

Rebounding From a career setback

setback

Career setbacks happen to everyone. Whether it’s a poor performance review, a missed promotion or the loss of a job, professional difficulties have challenged even the most accomplished executives. Although these kinds of events may make you doubt yourself, the true test of success is in the rebound.

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November 24th, 2008

Coping with Burnout

Coping with Burnout

Your boss just asked you to write a presentation for a conference she is attending in three days. You’re flattered, but this is just the latest in a series of last-minute projects you’ve been assigned.

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