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My Career Transistion Has Brought Some Welcome Changes

Marilyn Degodny Winters - May 16, 2012

This weekend my husband and I watched the movie, Marley and Me. For those who haven’t heard of it, it’s a heartwarming, funny, sad story of a newspaper columnist, his reporter wife and Marley, their “clearance” puppy.

Education is…. Your Career Development Plan

Patrice Payne - May 14, 2012

“Community colleges are an excellent source for career ideas, career counseling, and a great place to plan the next move on your career plan. . My best friend in Arizona lives near a community college and frequently signs up for any class she can literally get her hands on—she took a piano class…”

Tips for Managing Your Personal Transitions

Leia Francisco - May 11, 2012

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My First Job Search in 30 Years

David Goldstein - May 9, 2012

Need a new gig? A lighthearted look at some crucial “shoulds” from a experienced worker who is a quick study.

Job Search Commitment

Gene Nokes - May 7, 2012

 Many people in our demographic who decide that they want to continue working after retirement lay a lot of eggs

Why Won't that Head Hunter Talk to Me? - Part III

Deb McClanahan - May 4, 2012

There is a measure of civility missing from many of our interactions today - this is just one small example.

A Fresh Start

Marilyn Degodny Winters - May 2, 2012

The world of work seems to parallel the school year. After summer vacations are over people seem more focused. It’s a pervasive feeling in the workplace. Fun time is over; lets get serious about business again. We need to be prepared for the additional workload, late hours, projects and assignments that need to be completed prior to the winter holidays. At this juncture of my life, being out of the work force, it seems odd to still have the feeling that I must get down to business. How am I going to channel my September feelings?

Social Networking Web Sites - YEA or NAY?

Cher Forman - April 30, 2012

What´s the story on my personal web sites on Face Book or My Space? I´ve heard that having personal web pages can negatively influence getting interviews and jobs. But, I´ve also heard they can help

How a Nine to Five Almost Ruined My Writing Career!

Patrice Payne - April 27, 2012

 A black tie affair. Two thousand dollars a plate. A prominent physician and a notable figure in the world of sports were hosting a private gala to be held at an upscale, chic restaurant. They wanted the occasion to have that ´special touch´, so they requested to have the invitations handwritten. But, where would the event planner find such a person?

Negotiating Your Layoff - It Can Be Done!

Dan Hartford - April 25, 2012

Facing a lay off? Don’t just accept the severance package they show you. Maybe you can negotiate for some improvements. It’s worth a shot.

Targets - Brainstorming Target Organizations

Gene Nokes - April 23, 2012

The process of targeting is all about creating choices for yourself. It requires some creative thinking that only you can do. Targeting helps you focus your search to those areas of most interest to you.

Cut Your Utility Bill in Half, Without Changing Your Consumption

David Goldstein - April 20, 2012

You read that right. You can and should do this if you are eligible. We all are aware of the current economic crisis. It hits far too many members of our community. What we are not always aware of are some of the”little” things we can do to ease our pain through that crisis. Recently, I heard that my

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