Many claims are made for mindfulness and meditation; practicing mindfulness is likely to ease anxiety and improve concentration. Being mindful is about paying attention to the present moment so that you become more effective and efficient in what you are doing and more at peace with yourself. Gelong Thubten, a Tibetan Buddhist monk for more…
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Employee experience can seriously impact your bottom line. The Employer Brand Index gives you insight into what talent really thinks about your company.
Making a mark for yourself in the workplace and building a successful career isn’t an easy task for any of us, but for an introvert it can feel like one full of hurdles and challenges, as they are required to leave their comfort zone to get noticed in a world full of extroverts. Achieving a successful…
When applying for jobs the cover letter is often overshadowed by your resume, however in most cases it is just as important, if not more and could be make or break your chances of being considered for a job. Your cover letter is your chance to really sell yourself as an employee and to elaborate…
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Passion, Success and Your Career
“I always like to look on the optimistic side of life, but I am realistic enough to know that life is a complex matter.” -Walt Disney Have you ever found yourself sitting at a table with someone who only talks about themselves excessively and their theories about life and business are juvenile, overly simplistic and…
For many people, a job interview is one of the most nerve-wracking experiences and the pressure is truly on to make a good first impression. How well prepared you are for your job interview can mean the difference between landing your dream job and going back to square one of your job search, so it’s…
As you anticipate the lazy, hazy days of summer, that usual discipline and focus with which you approach your job search may begin to wax and wane. But despite the mellower mood, resist the urge to play hooky from your job search this season. Take a prolonged vacation from it, and you’ll miss out on…
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Top 10 Motivational Office Songs
If you’re like me, and a big lover of music – you’ll know that whatever situation you’re in, there’s a song that goes with it! This also applied to situations when you’re feeling demotivated – there are definitely songs you can listen to to improve you’re mood and get you up, motivated and raring to go. Research…
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The 8 Biggest Body Language Mistakes
You can tell a lot about a person from the way they hold themselves and body language can give away a lot about what you are thinking or feeling. In professional situations such as job interviews and client meetings, it’s important for you to present yourself in the most positive way possible and you want to come…
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Avoiding the Faux Recruiter
The job search process is difficult and extremely time-consuming. One thing that job seekers shouldn’t have to worry about is identity theft. However, the sad truth is that it happens more often than we’d like to admit. I’m not talking about the suspicious work-from-home opportunities or the random emails asking for your name, number, and…