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5 Questions to Ask in Your Job Interview

On The Job

I've never met anyone who takes a job and thinks: "I'm going to quit this job in 90 days and start the job hunting process all over again." So why do so many people find themselves quitting a job after less than a year? That's the kind of workplace culture that can lead to disengagement and even burnout.

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4 ways to keep your confidence during a job hunt

On The Job

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, October 21, 2009 4 ways to keep your confidence during a job hunt I hear from a lot of people who are out of work. Treat looking for a job as a job,” she says.

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What You Need to Say in an Interview

On The Job

But the reason I feel so strongly about giving them as much information about the workplace as possible is because I hear all too often from employers who have unbelievable tales about young people who come in for interviews and say, "So, what is it you do here?" Demonstrate maturity. Do your homework.

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How important is office culture?

Practically Perfect PA

The number one is actually job content with a staggering 92% saying it’s all about the job itself. Secondly, was workplace culture. So if you’re thinking of moving roles, and salary is a big motivator for you, stop and consider job content and culture. These are equally as important – sometimes even more so!

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New Career Rules

Office Dynamics

I absolutely love reading my Training & Development magazine because I learn the latest workplace trends and their effect on those in the workplace, in addition to volumes of other good information. It is your competitive edge even if you aren't job hunting. #2: This is not just a tool you use for a new job interview.

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New Career Rules

Office Dynamics

I absolutely love reading my Training & Development magazine because I learn the latest workplace trends and their effect on those in the workplace, in addition to volumes of other good information. It is your competitive edge even if you aren't job hunting. #2: This is not just a tool you use for a new job interview.

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5 Tips for Becoming Valuable in a New Job

On The Job

The job-hunting experience can be a stressful one: sending out resumes, interviewing, sending out more resumes and interviewing again. It can take weeks, even months, to nail the job you want. To learn how a workplace really functions, you need to not only listen, but look. Walk around. Grow your skills.