Numerous studies show that job stress is the major source of stress for American adults and that it has escalated progressively over the past few decades.Occupational stress has been defined as a "global epidemic" by the United Nations' International Labor Organization. As for business, The World Health Organization estimates that stress costs American businesses $300 billion dollars a year in absenteeism, lower productivit...

“Whatever we plant in our subconscious mind and nourish with repetition and emotion will one day become a reality.” - Earl Nightingale.You are what you believe!Belief is a thought in your mind. As a person thinks, feels, and believes, so is the condition of his mind, body and circumstances. Prayers are answered when the individual's subconscious mind responds to the mental picture or thought in his mind. This law of belief...

Shirley was taught to put others' needs before her own. She usually gets stuck with office "odd jobs." Jerry keeps getting promoted into administrative roles he dislikes. Although he does a great job, he prefers working with people. Many employees don't stand up for themselves and express their feelings. They're not assertive. Assertive behavior differs from aggressive behavior. Aggressive people accomplish goals at all...

1. Knowledge: Before you make a call have the required information. 2. Goals: Know what you want to accomplish. 3. Attitude: Make the person feel that you're interested in him and the message.-- Make a great first impression. Show the caller that you're helpful, confident and competent. If a potential employer's first contact is over the phone, she gets cues from your voice. You can influence your listener's reactions by co...

Part 1The telephone is the most common business tool and its proper use is essential for career advancement. Are you telephone savvy?When you make calls do you:1. State your message briefly and clearly?2. Leave your name, organization and phone number, repeating these twice, slowly and clearly?3. Give the full name of the person for whom you're leaving the message?4. State the date and time of the call?5. State whether you...

Two former clients, both managers, were laid off with three month’s severance pay. Though both had comparable skills, each approached job search differently, and the outcome of their searches reflects these differences.The initial approach of the first client was to make a brief appearance at professional meetings, tell others about his search, get leads, then leave. He followed up on leads, but after a flurry of interviews...

Tis the Season for Parties -- and Job Hunting!Does hiring come to a halt as the holidays approach? Is the Holiday Season a good time to find a new job? Office parties, professional get-togethers, and year-end meetings abound during the Holiday Season. While it may be tempting to put your search on hold, that could put you at a disadvantage. When organizations have a need, they hire regardless of the time of year. As compani...

"Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality." Warren BennisWhether you've worked your way up the corporate ladder, started your own business, or organized a community project, you have demonstrated leadership qualities. A truly great leader understands the many different factors that come into play when leading others, and strives to help people reach desired goals. Do you have leadership qualities?Answer...

Job NetworkOngoing technological, economic, political and social changes are forcing us to rethink our views of work, success and career advancement.To succeed in digital times, we need to acquire skills that can’t be easily automated. We would benefit from strengthening Quester traits.In tune with our changing world, Questers adapt by constantly polishing “meta-skills” like problem solving, lifelong learning, research and...

What does career growth mean to you? Are your views of career advancement compatible with the changes and challenges of The Digital Age? The Digital AgeOngoing technological, economic, political and social changes are forcing us to rethink our views of work, success and career advancement.Today, nothing is certain. The value of work is judged more by personal and job satisfaction and less by money and position. Success mean...