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Behaviour to climb the stepping stones to career success

Wed, 08 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0100

This "fruit for thought" article is for all human beings, who somehow find themselves in the role of breadwinner and striving to improve their living standards.The heading of this article could just as well have been "How to position yourself for promotion" or "How to position yourself for career advancement" or "How to climb the success ladder" or something similar.The answer on how to cultivate good work ethics is simple. Make yourself one of the linking pins in your organisation. A linking pi... (Read All)

Behaviour to climb the stepping stones to career success

Wed, 08 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0100

This "fruit for thought" article is for all human beings, who somehow find themselves in the role of breadwinner and striving to improve their living standards.
The heading of this article could just as well have been "How to position yourself for promotion" or "How to position yourself for career advancement" or "How to climb the success ladder" or something similar.
The answer on how to cultivate good work ethics is simple. Make yourself one of the linking pins in your organisation. ... (Read All)

Successful College Study Habits

Tue, 16 Aug 2005 00:00:00 +0100

College can be tough for anyone. With the Internet, cable television, gaming opportunities everywhere, cell phones ? wow, it?s difficult to put life on hold and hit the books. But you need to. You have to, if you want decent grades.

Yes, grades. Wouldn?t it be nice to get some help and improve your grades? Maybe you could you use some tips of on how to study better - for yourself, a friend or loved one? Well check these out and see how you score.

RECORD ? First of all, grade a no... (Read All)

How do I Demonstrate I Am Listening?

Fri, 17 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0100

I have spoken to many leaders and the consensus is that listening to the answer is more important than asking the perfect question. Listening intently builds trust between you and the speaker. With that in mind, here are some tips to improve your listening:

1. Donât let your mind wander. Zen masters can keep their minds completely focused on one thought or conversation, but most of us can not. We might, for instance, latch onto one piece of information that the speaker has said. We gri... (Read All)

IT Career Error! Click Here to Repair

Mon, 25 Jul 2005 00:00:00 +0100

Two years ago Jeff was a discontented software developer. His work left him frustrated and mentally drained each day. His performance reviews were generally positive, but always noted a lack of genuine interest or motivation. He agreed completely with these reviews. Following a specific aptitude test and some coaching, Jeff understood the reason and set his sights on becoming a systems administrator.and he's never looked back.

Jeff's feeling that there was something missing in his career... (Read All)

20 Essential Traits Needed For All Sales Executives

Mon, 20 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0100

It has long been my conviction that the dominant factor in success is the set of mental habits possessed by the individual. Of no vocation is this truer than that of the salesman. "As a man thinketh . . ." applies to him in an all-important way. The techniques and skills, methods of approach, demonstration and closing are matters of demanding study and practice., These things are cold, mechanical, wooden and ineffective except as they are warmed, energized and implemented by the dynamics of a po... (Read All)

In Leadership, The Critical Convergence Drives Great Results

Fri, 24 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0100

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 480In Leadership, The Critical Convergence Drives Great Resultsby Brent FilsonThe Leader's Fallacy lives! We subscribe to the Fallacy when we believe our enthusiasm wi... (Read All)

Character: Is It Necessary In Leadership?

Sat, 25 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0100

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 1000Character: Is It Necessary In Leadership?By Brent FilsonCharacter plays a vital role in leadership and one's career. Yet few leaders come to grips with its content... (Read All)

A Powerful Leadership Tool: Delighting In The People You Lead

Mon, 27 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0100

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 685A Powerful Leadership Tool: Delighting In The People You Leadby Brent FilsonLeadership entails getting results, and getting results entails human relationships. The... (Read All)

William Shakespeare's Leadership Lesson: Crowns For Convoy

Tue, 28 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0100

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 660William Shakespeare's Leadership Lesson: Crowns For Convoyby Brent FilsonAs a leader, you'll inevitably be faced with people wanting to leave your team or organizat... (Read All)

Leadership For Deep Results: A New Look At Your Career

Wed, 29 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0100

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 1200Summary: Standard results, though necessary, are far less important than deep results. Here's how to define them and how to achieve them.Leadership For Deep Result... (Read All)

Making Career Decisions Part 1

Fri, 31 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Spring is traditionally a time for new beginnings and as we start to springclean our homes, some of us may be considering springcleaning our careers.

Why are so many of us unhappy at work? There are probably as many reasons as there are unhappy people, but there are a few underlying factors which influence many of us. Think back to your school days and the careers advice you were given by teachers, advisors and your parents. Just how useful was it?

My own memories are of ... (Read All)

Chew slowly and digest the rules

Fri, 07 Apr 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Itâs hard to understand all of âthe rulesâ and fine print on all of our policies since we have limited time. But itâs imperative you take the time to become familiar with your coverage. Go through your mortgage, note, insurance, bank statements, employment contract, tax deductions, shareholders agreementâat least once, then briefly once a year after that. You donât need to review all documents at once; take one every few days until youâre done. Donât trust others to make the righ... (Read All)

The "Greatest" Leaders Are Often The Worst Leaders

Sat, 08 Apr 2006 00:00:00 +0100

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 850The "Greatest" Leaders Are Often The Worst Leadersby Brent FilsonIt's a common occurrence, a CEO leads a company to record earnings, retires and in months, those on... (Read All)

Goal Setting - Get Exactly What You Want!

Fri, 02 Sep 2005 00:00:00 +0100

I am writing you from the quaint sea town of New Bern, NC where my wife and I are catching some much needed R&R.

Lately many of our students have been telling us that their biggest goal is to leave their current 9 to 5 J-O-B and start investing in real estate full time. They no longer want to be tied down by corporate rules and structure.

While I was on this trip I realized that if my wife had not left her job last week, we could not be here right now. She simply would ... (Read All)

Applying for Work in the UK

Thu, 13 Apr 2006 00:00:00 +0100

If you are looking for a job in the UK, whether as a foreigner wishing to relocate, or as a British national, you may find yourself faced with having to fill in a job application form.

What is the difference between an application form and a CV?

When designing your CV, you can choose the layout and, more importantly, what to include and what not to include. For example, if you have been working for more than 10 years, it is common to include only the last 10 years experienc... (Read All)

The REAL International Gold Standard: The Leadership Talk

Mon, 17 Apr 2006 00:00:00 +0100

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 2400The REAL International Gold Standard: The Leadership Talkby Brent FilsonWorking with thousands of leaders during the past 21 years in the global economy, I have fo... (Read All)

Get Out Of The Communication Stone Age: Give Leadership Talks

Mon, 24 Apr 2006 00:00:00 +0100

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 715Get Out Of The Communication Stone Age: Give Leadership TalksBy Brent Filson160 years ago, the newly invented electric telegraph carried the first news message. Th... (Read All)

10 Reasons Why Friendliness Is A Leadership Necessity

Thu, 04 May 2006 00:00:00 +0100

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 127310 Reasons Why Friendliness Is A Leadership Necessityby Brent FilsonWe've heard it many times, "It's a dog eat dog world." The trouble is, some leaders actually b... (Read All)

Why Basic Writing Skills are Essential for Your Business Sucess

Sun, 04 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Few organizations exist in order to communicate. Most have another purpose ; to sell a product or service , to supply a social need , to implement plans and policies . Yet to do those things ,organizations spend an enormous amount of time , energy and money communicating .

People in organizations communicate in many ways : face-to-face in two person discussions, in informal groups , in meetings , by email , in old fashioned letters or memos and in reports .
All of these... (Read All)

Professionally Written Resumes: Your Future Depends on It

Mon, 05 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Professionally Written Resumes: Your Future Depends on ItThe only information a hiring usually has about you as a job candidate is the information presented on a resume and in the cover letter. It is also the only information that a hiring manager may have about the other five hundred candidates. Given that there are often large numbers of candidates applying for one position, you need a resume that will stand out. Using a Professional Resume WriterA professional resume writer is familiar with t... (Read All)

Professionally Written Resumes: Your Future Depends on It

Mon, 05 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Professionally Written Resumes: Your Future Depends on It

The only information a hiring usually has about you as a job candidate is the information presented on a resume and in the cover letter. It is also the only information that a hiring manager may have about the other five hundred candidates. Given that there are often large numbers of candidates applying for one position, you need a resume that will stand out.

Using a Professional Resume Writer

A professio... (Read All)

Dont Let Others Pull You Down When Youre Trying to Pull Yourself Up

Fri, 09 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0100

People have a strange habit of discouraging others anytime they try to improve themselves. This applies to everything from finances to health to careers. I constantly encounter this when people discover that Ive never bought a new car. Ive always known that a high quality used car is a far better deal than a new one that loses 25 percent of its value the day its driven home. My lifelong philosophy on this was confirmed when Tom Stanley and William Danko reported in The Millionaire Next Door t... (Read All)

Your Ultimate Leadership Feedback Loop: Their Leadership

Tue, 18 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0100

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 517Your Ultimate Leadership Feedback Loop: Their Leadershipby Brent FilsonLife on our planet flourishes through feedback. If life forms don't develop feedback loops a... (Read All)

In Leadership, Results Are Limitless

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0100

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 580In Leadership, Results Are Limitlessby Brent FilsonResults are limitless. That's not a supposition. That's a fact. Leaders who don't believe that don't understan... (Read All)

Speaking Spanish Made Easy

Mon, 04 Sep 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Learning Spanish can be easier than you might think. Statistics show it is the second most common language used in the United States and becoming the first language in many parts of the world as well. With world wide travel and communication becoming commonplace, it is certainly a plus to learn Spanish. It can definitely put you ahead of your game!

< Have you been passed over on a job or promotion because you didn't speak
Spanish?

< Would you like to take a ... (Read All)

Personality Testing; Myth and Realities

Mon, 17 Oct 2005 00:00:00 +0100

It is commonly believed myth that personality testing instruments can measure your personality and predict your future behaviors. The pre-employment testing mechanism has been following this creed without any solid evidence. The testing industry claims all out validity. The educational institutions and employer organizations use them for screening purposes. Their transparency and equity has even convinced the courts of law.

But it is still an unresolved riddle; what do they test?
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Five Job Search Tips for Success in a Professional Career

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Many think they complete their job search when they start their job. The wise use those very same self-promotional skills first developed while job searching throughout their careers. Here are five great ways to reach rapid promotion and fulfillment in a professional job:- 1. Follow your passion Don't be concerned, especially during your job search, if you do not have a formal career plan. Although most of us imagine that successful people are driven by a career plan, recent interviews with top ... (Read All)

Find Your True Calling and Purpose

Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0100

If you have attended one of my workshops on intuition or have worked with me in a coaching session, then you will know how highly I speak of journaling and teach a specific method of writing that allows you to connect with your inner wisdom.

This technique has helped many to attract abundance, romance, a purer connection within themselves, and true clarity, freedom and peace.

Today, I would like to share with you what came through one of my writings recently and if you are ... (Read All)

The Easy Way to a Stellar Resume

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0100

The rules have changed. Shopping for employment is a hybrid of automated filter applications, on-line search engines and good old fashioned human interpretation. To be effective you need to make sure that your resume is designed to perform in all of these areas. In the hunt for a new job, a better job, or just keeping your Resume current, use these ten simple steps to draft a stellar resume.1. Create a Personal PortfolioThis is the easy part. Begin by making a list of accomplishments, education ... (Read All)

Last articles from Career category on Self Improvement Top News

Behaviour to climb the stepping stones to career success

Behaviour to climb the stepping stones to career success

Successful College Study Habits

How do I Demonstrate I Am Listening?

IT Career Error! Click Here to Repair

20 Essential Traits Needed For All Sales Executives

In Leadership, The Critical Convergence Drives Great Results

Character: Is It Necessary In Leadership?

A Powerful Leadership Tool: Delighting In The People You Lead

William Shakespeare&#39;s Leadership Lesson: Crowns For Convoy

Leadership For Deep Results: A New Look At Your Career

Making Career Decisions Part 1

Chew slowly and digest the rules

The &#34;Greatest&#34; Leaders Are Often The Worst Leaders

Goal Setting - Get Exactly What You Want!

Applying for Work in the UK

The REAL International Gold Standard: The Leadership Talk

Get Out Of The Communication Stone Age: Give Leadership Talks

10 Reasons Why Friendliness Is A Leadership Necessity

Why Basic Writing Skills are Essential for Your Business Sucess

Professionally Written Resumes: Your Future Depends on It

Professionally Written Resumes: Your Future Depends on It

Dont Let Others Pull You Down When Youre Trying to Pull Yourself Up

Your Ultimate Leadership Feedback Loop: Their Leadership

In Leadership, Results Are Limitless

Speaking Spanish Made Easy

Personality Testing; Myth and Realities

Five Job Search Tips for Success in a Professional Career

Find Your True Calling and Purpose

The Easy Way to a Stellar Resume

William Shakespeare's Leadership Lesson: Crowns For Convoy

The "Greatest" Leaders Are Often The Worst Leaders

Dont Let Others Pull You Down When Youre Trying to Pull Yourself Up