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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. It really was a slap in the face,” he says. “I Mark James said.

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No Opportunities for Career Advancement? Do These 5 Things

All Things Admin

Try to get a feel for what others in similar companies are doing. It may help to compare your job description with your administrative procedures binder to highlight how you’re going above and beyond and adding value to your organization. Talk with your manager. Does your company offer gym memberships or tuition reimbursement?

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4 ways to "manage up"

On The Job

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, December 16, 2009 4 ways to "manage up" Many people feel "stuck" these days. But how would you feel about managing your boss? Baldoni says you should: 1.

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Could a Union Be Coming to a Cubicle Near You?

On The Job

Im considered a white-collar professional, and have been in management. Ive never been in a union, but Ive been close to those who have -- my Dad and the hundreds of employees who worked in dangerous conditions and went on strike when the company wouldnt agree to better conditions. It was a way for them to stop unions from coming in.

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Is Your Career in Jeopardy Because of Your Weight?

On The Job

Such statistics become even more important as companies are keeping only key performers and are scrutinizing ways to trim healthcare costs. However, there are new provisions under that law, and while it has not yet been tested, workers who lost their jobs because they were overweight may find an easier road to suing employers, she says.

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5 tips for working at home with your significant other

On The Job

We’ve found ways not to get on each other’s nerves,” says Scot, owner of CubeRules.com, an online career management site. Despite their different working styles, the Herricks say they’ve managed to develop a system that works for them professionally and personally. They both also have separate work areas.

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Will This Tough Job Market Change Generation Y?

On The Job

Heres the column I did for Gannett: They have been called unflattering names such as the “Entitlement Generation” or “Generation Me,” but young people seeking jobs these days may have a new name: realistic. Interning is supposed to get you ahead, to help you find a job but now it seems people are just taking advantage. I think so.

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