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It’s clear we need to change our power sources. But so far, the answers are expensive. Alternative energy researchers are trying to find new ways for natural resources to power our lives at lower costs. Natural renewable resources — like wind, solar and geothermal power — renew quickly and are cleaner alternatives.
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Geriatricians are the doctors who care for seniors. There’s already a shortage of geriatricians in the U.S., and it’s expected to get worse. That means there will be plenty of career opportunities for geriatricians.

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When I talk with new clients one thing I almost always hear in our first conversation is that they have been sending out countless resumes over the internet with nearly zero response from potential employers.
 
The internet can be a successful way to find jobs but if you do it wrong you can find yourself [...]

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With a stroke of the pen, a stranger transforms the afternoon for another man in this emotionally stirring short film by Alonso Alvarez.http://en.zappinternet.com/video/nilSqaMboM/HISTORIA-DE-UN-LETRERO-THE-STORY
 

 

 I just had to post a link to this Short Film Winner at Cannes 2008!

(4 minutes but worth every drop of your tears) 

 

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There is a pattern I see with my clients. It goes somthing like this:
 
Once I have helped my clients map out their career focus and goals,  I send them a resume draft.
 
 
I can almost feel the shockwaves coming back when they say things like:
 
I can’t believe this is me!
 
Can I really do this?
 
I didn’t realize how [...]

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If you read this blog you know that I post on things like job search techniques and how to improve your resume. Recently I started a series called Job Interview Tips where I give answers to specific interview questions.
 
It got me thinking of something personal.
 
My in-laws.
 
It occurred to me that my in-laws [...]

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What is the one question you KNOW you will get asked at the beginning of each and every first interview?
 
“So, tell me a little bit about yourself…..”
 
My clients continually share with me that although it seems like this should be an easy question to answer, they struggle with exactly what to say!
 
The really good [...]

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This is the one question that seems to strike fear in the heart of every job seeker. Not only does it put you, the candidate in an uncomfortable position but the tone of the question itself is deliberately provocative.
 
However, this is one of the easiest questions to answer if you know the right formula!
 
First, [...]

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Are you wondering if your resume best positions you to land the job of your dreams in a parallel market, new industry or higher level position? One area you want to make sure to check is your key-words.
 
Resume key-words are simply the words used to describe your hard and soft skills. Many companies today use [...]

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