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Grants, Research, Teaching: How Different is the Academic Workplace?

inezponcedeleon — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:00:00 +0000

A lot of my friends work at desk jobs in big offices, or at their own business, or on planes as they shuttle from one meeting to another. They often wonder why I like working in the academe,...

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Salary Expectations: Negotiation Tactics

Fernando — Tue, 15 May 2012 13:45:45 +0000

This post branches out from yesterday's post about phone interviews. Pete asked the following question: What if part of their screening process is asking for a salary price? I have heard that...

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Phone Interviews: Purpose, Challenges and How to Prepare for Them

Fernando — Mon, 14 May 2012 15:00:23 +0000

A few weeks ago we were discussing resume submision strategies to deal with, probably, the toughest part of the recruitment process. In my opinion, the most difficult part is getting picked among the...

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Looking for a Job in the Steel Industry? I may be able to help (US Only)

Fernando — Fri, 11 May 2012 15:00:00 +0000

If you are trying to jump into the steel industry or advance your career within the largest steelmaker in the US, send me an email to fernando.tarnogol [@] myrecruitmentservices.com and don’t...

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How to Revitalize Your Work Ethic

Guest Blogger — Tue, 08 May 2012 15:00:02 +0000

Guest post by Kristie Lewis - Every professional working in an office environment experiences feelings of burnout and work-related fatigue from time to time. Some days you just don’t feel like...

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One Shot, One Kill – The Best Resume Submission Strategy

Fernando — Mon, 07 May 2012 15:00:00 +0000

A few weeks ago we were discussing the importance of making sure you meet the job requirements (I recommend reading that post before you jump into this one) when you submit your resume. Today we are...

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How I Became a Freelance Writer

WilliamAlleman — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:00:10 +0000

Sign O' the Times Finding a full-time job with benefits is becoming a scarcity. Less than a decade ago, it was still a common accomplishment after graduating from college. Recent graduates had the...

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Getting Started Early on Research, Part 3: Creating a Work-Life Balance

inezponcedeleon — Wed, 02 May 2012 09:12:29 +0000

An academic career can be difficult to sustain, much less imagine, especially if you’re still in college and worrying about exams and grades. An academic career might not be for everyone, but it can...

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A Lethal Weapon to Boost Your Chances of Getting a Job: Social Proof

Fernando — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:00:00 +0000

We often talk about how to deliver effective performances, showcasing our skills or taking control of job interviews. I've also said before, that interviews are short and those minutes are all the...

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No Budget for an Office? There’s an Inexpensive Solution for That.

WilliamAlleman — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 15:47:56 +0000

I'm currently in talks with 2 acquaintances to start an HR consulting business. One of the hurdles we are facing is our limited funding and the need to have offices and some kind of...

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The Anatomy of a Boss from Hell – [Infographic]

Guest Blogger — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:00:56 +0000

Despite rumors to the contrary, bosses are people, too. By virtue of their common humanity, they run the gamut, from humorless to funny, from lackluster to inspiring, and from dumb to brilliant, but,...

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Getting Started Early on Research, Part 2: How to Start Doing Research as an Undergrad

inezponcedeleon — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:00:04 +0000

So how exactly does an academe-aiming undergrad start doing research? The recipe for success is simple: don't let anyone drag you down or take you away from your goal. Working the recipe out,...

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You’ve Been Fired. Now How Do You Explain that To Your Next Potential Employer?

Guest Blogger — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:00:27 +0000

Guest post by Sarah Rexman - Getting fired is always hard. You have to deal with a sudden loss of income and a blow to your pride. How do you tell your partner? How do you tell your friends? More...

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Take Good Care of Your Assets – Choose a Trusted Company

WilliamAlleman — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 02:15:56 +0000

Deciding who to trust your money to is tough. So tough that sometimes, we don't even trust ourselves to multiply our assets so we resort to the safest option: tucking it under the mattress. That's...

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That Job Not Coming Back? Consider a Career in Child Therapy

Guest Blogger — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 00:47:12 +0000

Guest post by Ryan Devereux - As the global economy attempts to recover from the global contraction, millions are left with the realization that the job they may have lost is never coming back....

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Getting Started Early on Research, Part 1: Yes, the Grades Matter – But not THAT MUCH

inezponcedeleon — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:00:43 +0000

I can already imagine my professors running after me with giant scissors, screaming at me to hand them back my diploma. But don't get me wrong, everyone. Grades do matter, but as in all things in...

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How to Network to Find a Job

Guest Blogger — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:00:09 +0000

Guest post by Jason Keane - Finding a job is more than just turning in resumes and going to an interview: it’s all about the network. Learning how to network on social media sites and in person is a...

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Developing Your Communication Portfolio: Not as Easy as it Looks!

inezponcedeleon — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:08:00 +0000

I love writing. I love debating. I love getting up on stage and presenting my research. I've always loved communication, which is why I find it difficult to sympathize with students who whine about...

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The Advantage of Using Behavioral Interview Questions

Fernando — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:00:14 +0000

During the past few months, I've had a dozen job interviews and in many of them, most of the session was focused on my last job; what I did, what I didn't do. A lifetime of experience reduced to one...

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When Reading Minds Become a Career Choice

Guest Blogger — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 15:00:00 +0000

Guest post by Melissa Spears - Just after completing my high school, I was in two minds regarding my academic pursuits. I had this urge of enrolling in a Psychology undergraduate program, but was not...

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One Person’s Tips on Overcoming Unemployment

Guest Blogger — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:00:00 +0000

Guest Post by Richard Evans - The U.S. job market sucks. No matter that the unemployment rate has improved two months in a row or that consumer confidence is on the rise. Finding a job in this...

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From Funnel to Tunnel: Reasons Why You Are Not Getting Job Interviews

Fernando — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:00:07 +0000

You've been blanketing the internet with job applications, joining LinkedIn groups, networking with recruiters and hiring managers but reality keeps slapping you in the face. But since you are a...

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Pitfalls of Being a Fresh Graduate: Be Confident and Know Your Stuff Before the Interview!

inezponcedeleon — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 15:00:03 +0000

“Uh – what did I do my research on again?” The first time I heard those words, I felt my heart drop to my knees. I was interviewing a young lady who had just graduated from college, and who wanted...

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Start-Up Complications Often Overlooked

Danielle Riggs — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 15:00:26 +0000

Have you ever had a brilliant idea flash into your head, the kind that made you think, “Hmm… a perfect idea for a start-up!” You probably have … but did you drop everything and run with it? Jessica...

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3 Ways to Pump Yourself Up Before Your Job Interview

WilliamAlleman — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:00:00 +0000

Feeling nervous before a job interview is normal. However, if you allow your nerves to overwhelm you, you may not do as well in the interview as you would like. Fortunately, you can use some helpful...

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Making Who You Are Work For You

Guest Blogger — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 15:00:00 +0000

Guest post by Abigail Everett - I am proactive. If I see something that needs to be done, I do it. If the sink in the break room has some dirty dishes, I'll wash them. If the printer area is out of...

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Introducing Inez Ponce the Leon

Fernando — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 19:26:55 +0000

As FT Careers has grown in readership, it’s become home to a vibrant community of professionals, grad students, job seekers and plenty of other readers from all walks of life. What 3 years ago...

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Yet more little tips and tricks for when you are searching for graduate jobs

Guest Blogger — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 15:00:00 +0000

Guest post by Barry Magennis - Yes, it's that time again: our latest article/blog that focuses on way of boosting your graduate employability. As you'll almost certainly already be aware in the...

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Eye-catching Phrases for your Resume Cover Letter

Guest Blogger — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:00:00 +0000

Guest post by Carol Wilson - Never underestimate your first impression especially; it is one of the most critical and vital aspects of your job search. Make your first impression the best one and...

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Taking Control of a Job Interview

Fernando — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:00:39 +0000

The time you have to make your case during an interview is somewhat limited: 25 to 60 minutes. The time it takes a recruiter or hiring manager to assess your viability for a job is shorter: around 10...

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The dawn of a new epoch in Earth's history?
Geologists from the University of Leicester -including a Nobel prize-winner- suggest that the Earth has entered a new age of geological time. They've called it the Anthropocene Epoch (New Man Epoch). The paper has been published in the Environmenta

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The Golden Rule for New Managers
Wether you are stepping for the first time into a management position or you are switching companies there is a common mistake you can not afford to make. Making changes during your first weeks at the helm. This can be learned the easy or the hard

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How to De-Escalate Oppositional and Defiant Teenagers
Every teenager will become oppositional from time to time. It's normal; and particularly when they feel upset or stressed. Oppositional behaviors can become a matter of concern if they start interfering with their social, academic or family life. Opp