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Help for the Holiday Blues

Help for the Holiday Blues

‘Tis the season to be jolly!  Or is it?  For many people, the holidays are anything but jolly.  Depression, loneliness and overwhelm can turn what is supposed to be an upbeat, joyous time of year into a dreadful period that some would rather skip completely.  The Holiday Blues can hit those out of work and [...]

Chris Widener and ResumeBear: Taking the Job Hunt to the Next Level of Success

Chris Widener and ResumeBear: Taking the Job Hunt to the Next Level of Success

Solana Beach, Ca (PRWEB) October 11, 2011 ResumeBear.com announced today that New York Times and Wall Street Journal best-selling author Chris Widener is joining the growing internet company as it seeks to expand the reach of its unique product. Widener, the author of 12 books and a noted speaker at business forums and success conferences [...]

90% of business success is about “showing up”

90% of business success is about “showing up”

Hollywood writer/producer Woody Allen is credited with saying that “90% of life is just showing up.”  That saying has been morphed to apply to many situations, particularly business.  And, it’s more true than ever in today’s current business climate. It’s truly amazing what success you can have if you apply this quote to your business [...]

Movie Clichés About the Workplace (add your faves!)

Movie Clichés About the Workplace (add your faves!)

I recently saw “Bridesmaids” for the second time (yeah, it’s that good). The main character has a job in a jewelry store. Being unlucky at love, she goes on a rant about love never lasting while helping a cute couple select an engagement ring. I won’t spoil the rest for you, but it occurred to [...]

The Development of “Thumbs Up”

The Development of “Thumbs Up”

Last night my husband and I were invited to a friend’s home for dinner.  “Winnie” lives in a charming cottage in the Del Monte forest in Carmel, California.  Late in the evening the conversation turned toward the current education climate in America.  We lamented the loss of art and music in many high schools as [...]

The 50 Best Books for the Unemployed

The 50 Best Books for the Unemployed

Being unemployed can be stressful, frustrating and depressing, especially in an economy where jobs are scarce, competition is fierce, and there doesn’t seem to be much change on the horizon… While things may seem bleak, it’s important to keep your chin up and your motivation high if you’re going to make your way back into [...]

Need a job? Mind your manners!

Need a job? Mind your manners!

This week, I had the opportunity to attend one of the largest Job Fairs here in the Seattle area. No, I wasn’t LOOKING for a job… was helping a business partner staff their booth.  It was eye-opening to me because I’d never attended one before.  Yes, certainly I had the basic idea of what occurs [...]

Top Career Books for June 2010

Top Career Books for June 2010

Are you looking for help finding a job or with a career change? The Top Career Books for June 2010 listed below have been recommended by career counselors, coaches, and recruiters nationwide.

The Marvelous Military Makeover

The Marvelous Military Makeover

By Guest Author – Lisa Johnson Mandell You can insist all you want that looks shouldn’t matter — it’s your skills and abilities that will get you the job, but that won’t change the fact that your appearance is a huge factor in the desire to hire. You’ve heard the expression “if looks could kill”? [...]

8 Top Career and Job Search Books for 2010

8 Top Career and Job Search Books for 2010

8 Top Career and Job Search Books for 2010. Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced job seeker looking for new career advice, there is something on this list for you!