5 Tips for Starting a New Job Remotely
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JUNE 8, 2020
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Yes, You Do Need to Start Applying for Internships This Early
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JANUARY 9, 2019
But, you can contact the recruiter once a week with a message such as, "I just saw this amazing article on industry trends and thought you might find it interesting." You also can send updates (that are relevant) to the recruiter, such as writing an article for a campus journal on a subject of interest.
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5 Ways to Clean Up Your Social Media Presence
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JUNE 5, 2019
Post links to industry-appropriate articles on Twitter and share well-written content on Facebook. Now is the time to start putting more positive and helpful content under your name. Post blog content that offers helpful hints or insights about your industry.
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Why It's a Great Time to Explore New Career Paths
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JANUARY 4, 2021
Read current news stories or industry trend articles to see how others view the industry or company. If you're going to explore new opportunities, make sure you're headed in a direction that holds promise and not one where the employer is considered a dead-end career choice. Don't do anything illegal, of course.
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The Greatest Gift to Give Workers This Year
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DECEMBER 9, 2019
The cofounder of Fast Company, Bill Taylor, recently wrote an article called, "Do You Give Employees a Reason to Feel Proud of What They Do?" How many go to work each day knowing that the world will be better because they swept a floor or entered data into a computer or drove a bus?
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3 Ways You Can Make a Difference During the Pandemic
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APRIL 13, 2020
For example, there are a lot of books and articles about how to manage during a crisis and how to be a better leader. Maybe you check on a neighbor regularly and re-learn algebra so you can help your kid with math assignments. But it also means that we're all leaders now -- and that especially includes on the job. But you know what?
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The Critical Element You May Be Missing in Your Job Search
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JANUARY 28, 2019
Do some research on the leadership, looking for interviews with the leaders or articles or blog posts they may have written. A company website may tout a culture that really appeals to you, but keep in mind this might not be a true representation of how the company actually functions.
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Why Bosses Need to Be More Agile
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APRIL 12, 2017
Too consistent, the article suggests, and you've got a rigid leader. The problem, of course, is that such a strategy isn't good for an organization and it certainly isn't helping employees develop. Another report in Harvard Business Review addressed the importance of leaders being both consistent and agile.
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4 Ways to Bond With a Team Virtually When You're a Newbie
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SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
Or, Sue might be frustrated that she can't get someone has XYZ company to return a call, and you might email her to let her know you read the company is having money troubles and send her the online article. All these "watercooler" moments are now taking place virtually, but they still help you bond with other team members.
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6 Steps for Getting an Internship
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JANUARY 25, 2016
But, you can contact the recruiter once a week with a message such as, "I just saw this amazing article on industry trends and thought you might find it interesting." You also can send updates (that are relevant) to the recruiter, such as writing an article for a campus journal on a subject of interest.
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Is Your Phone Hurting Your Career?
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JANUARY 20, 2016
A recent article in the Harvard Business Review notes research findings that say Millennials become anxious when not around their smartphones. Are you being held hostage by your phone? Is it preventing you from being successful in your career? I think she's onto something, and I want to explore this further as it relates to careers.
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How a Messy Lunch Table Reveals Poor Leadership
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OCTOBER 3, 2016
But a recent article on behavioral research in Harvard Business Review shows people usually gain power because they're empathetic, collaborative, open, fair and sharing. Workers 55 and over placed a greater emphasis on fairness, while workers 18 to 34 were more likely to look for a strategic mindset.)
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Why You Need to Embrace Digital Operations
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JUNE 22, 2016
But the reality is the results depend on how people use it,” writes McKinsey’s Markus Hammer , Malte Hippe , Christoph Schmitz , Richard Sellschop and Ken Somers in an article titled: “The Dirty Little Secret About Digitally Transforming Operations.” “There is a common misconception that technology alone can produce magical results.
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Marcus Buckingham: The 2 Questions Every Leader Needs to Ask
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JUNE 2, 2015
So please stop writing books and articles on what it takes to have the qualities of leadership. “I think we’ll see the word ‘leadership’ retired quite soon. It’s like the word ‘beauty’ that is used in women’s magazines. It’s just an ideal,” he says. There’s no leadership. There are leaders. There’s no such thing.
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How to Know if You're a Workaholic and What to Do About It
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JUNE 4, 2014
Consider this Huffington Post article by Patricia Crisafulli, founder of FaithHopeandFiction.com : “My addiction (let’s call it what it is) has nothing to do with stuff. But when has that commitment to our jobs crossed the line into something unhealthy? I drive a 12-year-old car, and much of my wardrobe is of the same vintage.
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3 Ways to Brag Without Being Obnoxious
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FEBRUARY 14, 2018
That was a great article you wrote in the company newsletter. I'm hoping it will be something other departments can use, also." Maybe you don't always have something super-exciting to convey, but never waste the opportunity to show others you're on the ball. "Hi,
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What Incivility at Work Costs All of Us
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JUNE 22, 2015
In the article by Christine Porath, associate professor at Georgetown University, she noted that after studying the cost of incivility for nearly 20 years she finds that "insensitive interactions" hurt a person's health, performance and souls.
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100 How to Find Time for What Really Matters
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JUNE 7, 2013
If you’re sitting at a swim meet waiting for your child’s competition, it’s a good time to read an industry article you’ve wanted to peruse, or even make a quick phone call to schedule a vet’s visit for the cat. Develop a five-minute list. If you write down (read more here )'
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Why You're Not Getting Hired -- and How to Fix It
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FEBRUARY 29, 2016
In the days leading up to the Oscars, many movie critics ran articles about "who should win" and "who will win," which is sort of an attempt to hedge their bets and say, "Who knows what Hollywood will do?" That's sort of the same case with employers when it comes to hiring new workers.
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6 Ways to Become More Likable at Work
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DECEMBER 7, 2015
Share an interesting article on the industry or share information on where you recently found really cheap gas. If you make great brownies, bring some to work to share and post with a note: "Hey everyone.enjoy!" Make sure you sign your name.) Or, if a client sends you a box of fruit for the holidays, share with your colleagues.
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100 Is Your Job Flushing Your Self-Esteem Down the Toilet?
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SEPTEMBER 24, 2008
Most bosses have read at least a few articles or even some books that offer advice along the lines of "Employee Recognition in Five Seconds a Day" or "Meaningless Pats on the Back -- How It Can Work For You." If you can't find anyone, spend your lunch hour or coffee break reading upbeat or funny articles or books. del.icio.us.
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Everyone's a Winner!
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JANUARY 7, 2008
I recently was sent an article by Mother Jones magazine, which touted the headline: "WE'RE ALL #1!" The article included a list of the ways we have become a nation of navel-gazers, continually telling ourselves and our children that we're all terrific. Really terrific.
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JULY 15, 2013
Researchers found that of 7,000 newspaper articles in The New York Times , those that go viral on the Internet are those that arouse emotions, such as happiness, anger or anxiety. Whether trying to influence the boss or a roomful of colleagues, he says one of the best ways to get others to follow your direction is through the use of stories.
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JANUARY 19, 2010
Great Article! Congratulations on a timely and accurate article! This piggy backs on the article I just wrote about the top part time jobs for 2010. “I think employers are going to start hiring more on a permanent basis, but it’s going to take a while.” Everything in it is so true, so true. January 19, 2010 12:14 PM Kareem said.
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What I Know For Sure
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DECEMBER 6, 2007
For months I have been anticipating the January issue of Oprah's "O" Magazine, because I was to be included in an article, with a mention of my book. But as I was reading Oprah's article about the thing she knows for sure (a regular feature), I came up with a few of my own: * There always will be whiners at work.
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Be Cautious About Revealing Personal Details
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JULY 10, 2007
A Wall Street Journal article today noted that it might be a problem when co-workers or bosses wanted to be your "friend" in an online social networking site like MySpace or Facebook. The problem, it seems, is that many of you are uncomfortable with the boss or co-workers seeing photos of you at a "kegger", or nearly naked on a beach.
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JULY 19, 2010
Great article. I posted a great article also the helps everyone be their own Boss July 20, 2010 12:49 PM Michele said. Labels: Anita Bruzzese , boss , career advice , get along with manager , help career , talk to manager posted by Anita at 10:21 AM 4 Comments: Josh Moore said. I read your blog daily thanks for sharing.
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Could telecommuting be a career mistake?
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OCTOBER 14, 2009
Great article. For all the reasons sited in the article; the lack of visibility and being physically present will likely keep you off the short list for promotion. It was fun to talk with you and the article came out very well. First of all, I'd like to say that's a good article and I found very useful comments here.
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JULY 10, 2013
Or, if the person mentions a love of NASCAR, follow up with an article about NASCAR in a handwritten note." "If the person mentions that a daughter is graduating, send a follow-up note saying that you hope everything went well," Rossi says. "Or, Notes sent through regular mail are especially powerful for establishing a connection, she says.
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AUGUST 7, 2012
Try reading an article out loud, making sure you end statement with a downward inflection of your voice. Ending a statement with an upward rise of the voice used to be common among teenagers but has filtered into adult conversation, Alter says. This "up talk" is easy to pick up, so make sure you haven't adopted the bad habit.
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How a Lack of Manners Hurts Your Career
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FEBRUARY 6, 2013
She also suggests taking a basic etiquette course and reading workplace blog posts and articles so "you will become familiar with how to avoid a lot of the major no- nos." "If you're unsure about a specific behavior, ask a trusted mentor who's not at your organization for his or her advice," Levit says.
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Is Your Career in Jeopardy Because of Your Weight?
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NOVEMBER 23, 2009
I enjoyed reading your article and sense that this bias is real. In fact (I'm a geeky academic), there was an interesting research article in the journal of Human Resource Management (vol. Their insights on dealing with this issue are really good. November 23, 2009 11:52 AM Paula Caligiuri said.
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Is Using Social Media at Work a Good Idea?
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JULY 22, 2010
Hi Anita & thanks for posting this article on SM usage in the workplace. Do you think its OK to use social media at work? Labels: Facebook , social media , social media at work , Twitter posted by Anita at 4:30 PM 2 Comments: JC Duarte said. They became happier, healthier & more fulfilled in the workplace.
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10 Things Every Employee Deserves From a Boss
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SEPTEMBER 12, 2008
That left an article on "20 Things Every Woman Deserves From the Guy in Her Life." As I read:"Make-or-break mate requirements: Must love cats! Must not play air guitar!" I thought about what workers deserve from their managers in the workplace.
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APRIL 11, 2012
In my case, I began working for the school newspaper and writing articles for my hometown newspaper by the time I was 17. Journalism has always been one of those professions that demands experience before you even get your first job at a television station or newspaper.
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Will This Tough Job Market Change Generation Y?
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DECEMBER 1, 2009
I thought this article was really well written. Didn't have any of the usual bias of Gen Y that these articles usually do. This article is good, and I have mixed feelings about this topic. Articles of this genre make me slightly nauseous. Dear Anonymous, First, I have to disagree that this article is biased.
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How Do Others Perceive You?
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JANUARY 6, 2012
Instead of bragging how you're the only one able to handle a certain customer, send an email to a boss noting how you used strategies suggested in a recent industry article to deal effectively with an unhappy patron.
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NOVEMBER 17, 2009
For example, if you know the person went to a certain school and had a favorite professor, find information on the professor’s latest accomplishments, or an article written by the person. Instead, use information gleaned through the interview to make a stronger personal connection, Haynes says.
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AUGUST 28, 2009
Good article. Rather than crowd this email with a bunch of words, attached are two recent articles that talk about PreVerify: [link] [link] Please feel free to View My PreVerify Profile: [link] October 18, 2009 2:02 PM Post a Comment << Home Previous Posts What Can We Learn From the Bad Job Market?
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Workers Fighting Serious Health Issues Need Support of Co-Workers, Bosses
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NOVEMBER 21, 2007
While it's nice of you to care, inundating someone with articles and books about a disease such as cancer is overhelming, and possibly dangerous in some cases. If you’re working with someone going through it, reassure the person you’re there to help, whether it’s with a project at work or making them lunch. Don’t be an armchair physician.
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What You Need to Say in an Interview
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DECEMBER 22, 2010
Look for information online about the company or read trade articles mentioning the company or the industry. . • Demonstrate maturity. Don't just show up for an interview and say, "So what is it you do here?" Do your homework. Have questions prepared to ask.
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100 Two-for-One Sale: Get Your Interview Tips Now!
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DECEMBER 22, 2008
Anything that helps reinforce and demonstrate what they've stated in their resume." -- Mark Rouse, IQ PARTNERS Inc. Turnoffs: weird or inappropriate email addresses (sexygirl18@alo.com, for example), strange 'personal interests,' and anything that is disparaging to a former employer." -- Gretchen Neels, Neels & Company, Inc.
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MAY 26, 2010
Good article Anita. Good article Anita. May 26, 2010 10:59 AM gl said. I have seen this issue but from a slightly different perspective, from an entrepreneur's view who hires people, friends first. One can always be friendly, but there must be a separation of sorts that always exists. A Tough but clear line.
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On the Job by Anita Bruzzese: 6 tips for handling a pregnancy and.
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JANUARY 12, 2010
I don't have kids yet but I found your article really interesting. This article proved to be very useful as I am currently expecting my first child. Your article gave me a great perspective and something to think about for the remaining 4 months as well as the years to come. January 13, 2010 1:02 PM Amber Sosa said.
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