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So you want to be a success?
If you thought working at a job
was demanding, the alternative can be even more so - you
can expend twice as much energy looking for a job!
Searching for a rewarding job
can be stressful, frustrating and more demanding than
running a multi-million dollar corporation. It is our
hope that by using this guide, you will be able to
realize your dreams and secure the job and career you
desire.
The Basics
These rules should be followed ALL
the time - no exceptions.
Know your
strengths and accept your weaknesses
Not everyone can run a global empire, just as not
everyone has the talent to build a house. Recognize your
skills and talents and build upon them. Will you truly
be happy managing a lumber mill when you would rather be
in the woods cutting the trees?
For the
love of money?
Set your priorities BEFORE you apply for the position
that will double your salary, but will leave you no time
for your family or outside interests. Do not let a large
increase in salary cloud your perception of what will be
expected of you. Know what you are willing to sacrifice
for what amount of money.
Be
honest
Don't oversell yourself. During interviews it is
important to highlight your talents, but skilled
interviewers can tell when you are lying.
Be
realistic
Will two years of experience be enough to get you the
position of CEO at IBM?
Be
committed
Any journey, whether it's a stroll to the park or a
quest to become the next regional manager, begins with
one step...then another... Look at any successful person
and you will see in them the drive and determination to
succeed. The most successful people have had failures,
but they have learned from them and continued on their
journey...they took another step...
Never stop
growing
Be open to new ideas and realize that every day is a
learning experience.
Work
hard, but play hard too
If you're married, don't
overlook the most important people in your life - your
spouse and children. If you're single, be active
socially and help improve your community by volunteering
your talents and time.
Keep
yourself healthy in body and spirit
Eat right. Get enough rest. Don't worry about tomorrow
what you can't change today. Tomorrow will come soon
enough.
Job Search Tip
Presently employed and
looking to advance your career? Do not use your work
email address when soliciting job offers on the Internet
because your present employer may have access to your
email files. Establish a new email account at one of the
many free email services such as yahoo or gmail.
Remember that
prospective employers will see that email address, so do
not create a user name of "hot_for_you" or "studmuffin".
Be as professional as possible when choosing your
username.
Job Resources
Following are some of the resources
that you should utilize when looking for a job.
With the millions of job
openings around the world, it is our sincere hope that
you find the ONE
job that is your dream job!
Author of Rules of
the Game and many other job and resume related articles
- James Aure would be honored to assist you with your
career resume, CV, cover letter and other job search
needs. Please contact James at
webmaster@aandaresume.com,
1-800-947-2410 or visit A and A Resume at
http://www.aandaresume.com.
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