MPLOYR Blog http://www.mployr.com/blog helping our readers adapt with potential job candidates and employers, matched to in-demand skills such as customer focus, motivation, initiative, adaptability, teamwork Wed, 19 Nov 2008 20:56:49 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5 en Why to Start a Startup in a Bad Economy http://www.mployr.com/blog/why-to-start-a-startup-in-a-bad-economy/ http://www.mployr.com/blog/why-to-start-a-startup-in-a-bad-economy/#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2008 20:54:23 +0000 Eugene Gregorio announcements http://www.mployr.com/blog/?p=144 Read it first at http://www.paulgraham.com/badeconomy.html


]]> http://www.mployr.com/blog/why-to-start-a-startup-in-a-bad-economy/feed/ Do you make mistakes? Can you share your mistakes with others? http://www.mployr.com/blog/do-you-make-mistakes-can-you-share-your-mistakes-with-others/ http://www.mployr.com/blog/do-you-make-mistakes-can-you-share-your-mistakes-with-others/#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2008 20:25:50 +0000 Eugene Gregorio tips http://www.mployr.com/blog/?p=143 Do you make mistakes?

Yes of course on occasions, but I obviously try not to, and I always try to correct them and learn from them.

Can you share your mistakes with others?

Absolutely I can - I get the guidance I need, and it may help prevent others from making the same mistake.

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On this page are job-hunting and job interviews tips, samples of tough interviews questions, and answers, for interviewees.The purpose of this is to help our readers adapt with potential job candidates and employers, matched to in-demand skills such as customer focus, motivation, initiative, adaptability, teamwork. All answers and trademarks used are properties of their respective owners. Remember, being prepared is only half the battle.


]]> http://www.mployr.com/blog/do-you-make-mistakes-can-you-share-your-mistakes-with-others/feed/ Stand out in a crowd: Career branding tips http://www.mployr.com/blog/stand-out-in-a-crowd-career-branding-tips/ http://www.mployr.com/blog/stand-out-in-a-crowd-career-branding-tips/#comments Mon, 17 Nov 2008 16:25:16 +0000 Philippe Desrochers monday http://www.mployr.com/blog/?p=142 Question:
I am having difficulty differentiating myself at my work. I keep hearing people talk about career branding and I am curious to learn more about it. How do I implement it in my life?

Answer:
It’s not enough to simply allow your actions to speak for themselves.

You must build a brand and tell people about it. What is your brand? If you don’t know it and are not communicating it, others are doing it for you.

Incorporate the following three concepts to take control of the image you are projecting so that you will ensure you are positioned strongly to stand out in your career advancement.

AUTHENTIC
The most inspiring leaders in this work have great self-awareness.

Self-awareness comes from being honest with yourself around your skills, interests and values. Being authentic is about having your insides equal your outsides. In other words, what do you stand for?

But I am warning you, if you take an honest look at yourself and don’t see anything interesting, it is because you have gone blind to what makes you special.

It can take a year to appreciate your gifts. Start now.
I promise you, it is worthwhile.

PASSION
William Wallace in the classic movie Braveheart said: “Everyone dies, not everyone lives.”

It’s enough to give you shivers, isn’t it? Do you want to really live your life? I promise you this, when you are engaged in work you love, your life will change.

All change is challenging even when it is good.

Never forget that as you pursue your passions you will have to make difficult decisions.

Change, by definition is the death of the old and the birth of the new. Both hurt but the payoff is huge.

DEPENDABLE
Your brand is ultimately established when you can be depended upon to perform it consistently over time.

If you can’t see yourself being a certain way on a daily basis, then you are missing the third ingredient.

What behaviour can you be counted on to do daily?

CONTEST
Develop your career brand by writing  one paragraph explaining your skills, interest, values, and passions.

Remember that it must be authentic and depedable! E-mail us your statement.

The best answer wins a free hour of breakthrough coaching.

Email your questions to: info@Dr-Career.com. Listen to Career FastTrack “Live” Mondays at 5.30 p.m. on CiTR 101.9 FM or online at citr.ca


]]> http://www.mployr.com/blog/stand-out-in-a-crowd-career-branding-tips/feed/ What is your biggest strength and weakness? http://www.mployr.com/blog/what-is-your-biggest-strength-and-weakness/ http://www.mployr.com/blog/what-is-your-biggest-strength-and-weakness/#comments Fri, 14 Nov 2008 20:34:41 +0000 Eugene Gregorio tips http://www.mployr.com/blog/?p=141 strength
I think my ability to get the job done is my biggest strength. I take great pride in accomplishing something efficiently, on time, and with no errors. I’m also a team player and relate to people at different levels.

Also, my ability to be flexible in my perspective. My flexibility in analyzing new ideas and concepts. I’ve seen technology, businesses and management go through restructuring and had to adjust my style to new environments but I’ve always succeeded in adapting.

weakness
I don’t believe I am actually ‘weak’ in any area.
However, one of my weakness is refusing to give in when I believe strongly about something.

I take great pride in doing something great, sometimes being impatient with other people’s sloppy work.

Disclaimer:

On this page are job-hunting and job interviews tips, samples of tough interviews questions, and answers, for interviewees.The purpose of this is to help our readers adapt with potential job candidates and employers, matched to in-demand skills such as customer focus, motivation, initiative, adaptability, teamwork. All answers and trademarks used are properties of their respective owners. Remember, being prepared is only half the battle.


]]> http://www.mployr.com/blog/what-is-your-biggest-strength-and-weakness/feed/ How would your co-worker describe you? What would your co-worker say about you? http://www.mployr.com/blog/how-would-your-co-worker-describe-you-what-would-your-co-worker-say-about-you/ http://www.mployr.com/blog/how-would-your-co-worker-describe-you-what-would-your-co-worker-say-about-you/#comments Thu, 13 Nov 2008 05:30:39 +0000 Eugene Gregorio tips http://www.mployr.com/blog/?p=140 They would describe me as someone who take pride in accomplishing something efficiently, on time, and with no errors.  A team player and relate to people at different levels.

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On this page are job-hunting and job interviews tips, samples of tough interviews questions, and answers, for interviewees.The purpose of this is to help our readers adapt with potential job candidates and employers, matched to in-demand skills such as customer focus, motivation, initiative, adaptability, teamwork. All answers and trademarks used are properties of their respective owners. Remember, being prepared is only half the battle.


]]> http://www.mployr.com/blog/how-would-your-co-worker-describe-you-what-would-your-co-worker-say-about-you/feed/ Ten jobs that pay $80,000 a year http://www.mployr.com/blog/ten-jobs-that-pay-80000-a-year/ http://www.mployr.com/blog/ten-jobs-that-pay-80000-a-year/#comments Wed, 12 Nov 2008 16:03:51 +0000 Eugene Gregorio announcements http://www.mployr.com/blog/?p=139 Read it first on CNN, http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/worklife/11/12/cb.jobs.pay.80k/index.html


]]> http://www.mployr.com/blog/ten-jobs-that-pay-80000-a-year/feed/ What to look for in a future employer? http://www.mployr.com/blog/what-to-look-for-in-a-future-employer/ http://www.mployr.com/blog/what-to-look-for-in-a-future-employer/#comments Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:42:04 +0000 Philippe Desrochers mondaytips http://www.mployr.com/blog/?p=138 Question
I have been unhappy with the last three companies. People talk a lot about fit with a company, but I seem to get it wrong all the time. What should I look for when joining an organization.

Answer
I will base my answer on a great workshop I recently attended by Christof Appel, an expert on achieving great company fits.

FLEXIBILITY
How much flexibility do you have in your work? Is your boss down your back or do you have some space? Do you have thr efreedom to showcase some of your unique skills with special projects? Are you given new responsibilities?

MONEY
Making lots of money is not the biggest issue for people. The issue is one of feeling valued. Money is an exchange of energy. If you don’t think you are being paid enough, you have two choices: Ask for more money, or work less. The feeling of being underpaid builds resentmen. You must deal with this issue fast. Companies have also been known to pay its employees more when asked.

FUN
Do you enjoy people you work with? This is essential. Mental health studies have shown supportive and fun work environments are critical in dealing with normal every day stressors.

Email your questions to: info@Dr-Career.com. Listen to Career FastTrack “Live” Mondays at 5.30 p.m. on CiTR 101.9 FM or online at citr.ca


]]> http://www.mployr.com/blog/what-to-look-for-in-a-future-employer/feed/ How do you like to be managed /not like to be managed? http://www.mployr.com/blog/how-do-you-like-to-be-managed-not-like-to-be-managed/ http://www.mployr.com/blog/how-do-you-like-to-be-managed-not-like-to-be-managed/#comments Fri, 07 Nov 2008 18:27:12 +0000 Eugene Gregorio tips http://www.mployr.com/blog/?p=137 I’m generally very adaptable to most management styles. In the past I’ve helped my bosses get the best out of me by talking to them and developing a really good understanding. I work best when I’m given freedom and responsibility to take some of the load off my boss’s shoulders - they have enough to deal with.

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On this page are job-hunting and job interviews tips, samples of tough interviews questions, and answers, for interviewees.The purpose of this is to help our readers adapt with potential job candidates and employers, matched to in-demand skills such as customer focus, motivation, initiative, adaptability, teamwork. All answers and trademarks used are properties of their respective owners. Remember, being prepared is only half the battle.


]]> http://www.mployr.com/blog/how-do-you-like-to-be-managed-not-like-to-be-managed/feed/ How many hours a week do you work/prefer to work? http://www.mployr.com/blog/how-many-hours-a-week-do-you-workprefer-to-work/ http://www.mployr.com/blog/how-many-hours-a-week-do-you-workprefer-to-work/#comments Thu, 06 Nov 2008 19:15:53 +0000 Eugene Gregorio tips http://www.mployr.com/blog/?p=136 It varies according to the situation. I plan and organise well, so unless there’s a crisis or unusual demand I try to finish at a sensible time so as to have some time for my family/social life/outside interests. It’s important to keep a good balance. I start earlier than most people - you can get a lot done before the phones start ringing. When the pressure’s on though I’m happy to work as long as it takes to get the job done. It’s not about the number of hours - it’s the quality of the work that you do; how productive you are.

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On this page are job-hunting and job interviews tips, samples of tough interviews questions, and answers, for interviewees.The purpose of this is to help our readers adapt with potential job candidates and employers, matched to in-demand skills such as customer focus, motivation, initiative, adaptability, teamwork. All answers and trademarks used are properties of their respective owners. Remember, being prepared is only half the battle.


]]> http://www.mployr.com/blog/how-many-hours-a-week-do-you-workprefer-to-work/feed/ How do you plan and organize your work? http://www.mployr.com/blog/how-do-you-plan-and-organize-your-work/ http://www.mployr.com/blog/how-do-you-plan-and-organize-your-work/#comments Tue, 04 Nov 2008 16:48:02 +0000 Eugene Gregorio tips http://www.mployr.com/blog/?p=134 Planning and writing a plan is very important. I think how best to do things before I do them, if it’s unknown territory I’d take advice, learn from previous examples - why re-invent the wheel? I always prioritize, I manage my time, and I understand the difference between urgent and important. For very complex projects I’d produce quite a detailed schedule and plan review stages. I even plan time-slots for activities that aren’t in themselves organised, like thinking time, and being creative, solving problems, etc.

Disclaimer:

On this page are job-hunting and job interviews tips, samples of tough interview questions

, and answers, for interviewees.The purpose of this is to help our readers adapt with potential job candidates and employers, matched to in-demand skills such as customer focus, motivation, initiative, adaptability, teamwork. All answers and trademarks used are properties of their respective owners. Remember, being prepared is only half the battle.


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