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These 3 Words Are Stalling Your Job Search

These 3 Words Are Stalling Your Job Search

Are you out of work? Or are you overworked, in a career you hate and want out? With more than 84 percent of Americans surveyed saying that they want a new job, chances are that you are unhappy and want something better. What you may not realize is that three words are holding you back. ...

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Quiz: Can You Read Between The Lines When Your Boss Talks?

Quiz: Can You Read Between The Lines When Your Boss Talks?

By Susan Ricker As your boss walks by your cubicle, she casually mentions that the team is getting pizza for lunch. But you know that she's really saying, "Nobody's getting a raise this year." Understanding your boss's communication style will save you from sleepless nights of trying to decode her ...

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10 Things To Leave Off Your Resume

10 Things To Leave Off Your Resume

By Alison Green What you don't include on your resume can be as important as what you do include. Here are 10 things you should leave off: ...

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4 Toxic Words That Hurt The Unemployed

4 Toxic Words That Hurt The Unemployed

Being without a job is tough. When you are out of work for an extended period of time, crisis of confidence sets in. And once it takes hold, it can be hard to shake. The problem is that confidence is the No. 1 thing we need to land a job. Without it, we come across as weak, insecure and desperate. If you, or ...

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