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Cecile Peterkin's Articles in Career

  • Are You Sabotaging Your Job Search?
    Unfortunately, there are a number of things that most people do while they are in the midst of a job search that sabotage themselves. When you understand what to do and what not to do, you'll ultimately land the job that you've always wanted to have.
  • How to Use Personal Branding for a Competitive Edge
    Personal branding is something that has been done by a number of well known people. Personal branding is something that will give you a competitive edge during your job search because it will help you to appear confident and strong.
  • Job Loss: If You're Fired What's Next?
    Job loss, just like any loss that you will experience, means going through the process of shock and denial, anger, depression, acceptance and - finally - growth. As they say, whenever one thing ends, something new begins.
  • How to Access the Hidden Market in Your Job Search
    Imagine that there were a store where the items you needed were always in stock and there were rarely, if ever, long lines. Now consider the way that the same analogy applies to your job search. The hidden market is where many of the jobs that are going to be ideal for you are.
  • Master Your Next Salary Negotiation
    Starting a new job or position is the best time to get the salary or compensation package you want. After you are hired it becomes a bit more difficult to make up your salary. You must prepare for your job interview including salary negotiation in the same manner you prepare your resume, cover letter, etc.
  • How to Negotiate a Flexible Work Schedule
    Trying to keep a work-life balance is one of the major issues my clients struggle with at this time of the year. Very few people want to work 24/7, yet technology has created tremendous pressure on working adults. Seize this moment to discuss and negotiate a flexible work schedule with your boss.
  • Finding a New Job
    The new realities of securing employment in today's changing world require a new belief. Finding a new job is not always easy, whether you are an executive or just starting out in your career. Designing and planning your career, and taking a proactive, self-directed approach is the success formula.
  • Use a Mentor for Your Career Success
    Mentoring is a relationship that is established with someone who is an expert in their field. The mentor is usually older and more experienced than the mentee. The mentor shares their experiences, and the lessons they have learned. But the relationship benefits both the mentor and the mentee.
  • Your Career in 2007...Get a Fresh Start
    Have you thought about your career goals for 2007 What worked to years ago in planning and managing your career will not work for your career development in the 21st Century. Managing your career in the 21st Century requires preparation, career goal planning and career guidance and ensuring that your time is directed meaningfully.
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