For many people, job interviews are the most stressful part of the job-search process. And it's true that an interview is often a make-or-break moment: If you flub the interview in a big way, you probably won't make the cut--no matter how...

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To be successful as an entrepreneur, a person must have a combination of various traits, including discipline, self-confidence, ambition, and flexibility. But being the right kind of person isn't the only thing that contributes to an entrepreneur's success. In fact, environment is an important factor....

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When you landed that new job, the world looked great. Now it's been a while, and one of your worst fears has come true -- you're unhappy in your job. When you're spending at least five days a week at work, it makes sense that...

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One never expects that a job search will last long until the weeks -- and months -- start ticking by. Plus, during an economic downturn, it may take even longer to find work. To better increase your odds of finding a job sooner, here are...

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The annual review is the professional equivalent of the report card. And if you remember back to your school days, you'll probably recall anticipating its arrival with a mix of excitement and anxiety. Had you performed as well as you thought you did? Would tardiness...

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Good references are an essential part of job searching and networking. A solid reference can often mean more than experience or education when it comes to beating out the competition. What happens, though, when someone in your network asks you to act as a reference...

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Taking calculated risks in your career can help you reach your goals. Below are some of the common career risks that you may grapple with, and how to weigh your options. RISK: Going Back to School Making the financial and time commitment to go back to school...

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The merry days of Christmas and New Years Eve are over and at Ugandajobline we've rolled up our sleeves in order to make 2008 the best year ever for all of you. We are continually working to improve the service we offer you and are...

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There are some questions that tend to pop up during almost every job interview. The bad news: These questions can be quite difficult to answer. The good news: Because they are so common, you can prepare for them well in advance and give a perfect answer without...

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You're wearing your best suit. Shoes shined. Resume in hand. You've prepared for any interview question that could come your way. But rather than questions, there are awkward pauses. Stony silences. There's a seeming lack of interest in the entire event -- on the interviewer's part. Just...

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There are four words that strike fear into the hearts of even the most valiant job seekers: "Please include salary history." Most job seekers fear that disclosing their previous salary could put them at a disadvantage during salary negotiations. For example, if your past salary was lower...

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First impressions matter. As you sit in front of an interviewer, she's assessing every part of you. And what she sees can be almost as important as what you say. Your interview attire should be appropriate to your industry. But, whether your job is corporate and conservative...

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You've found your dream job at your dream company. You apply. Maybe you even land an interview. What you don't land is the job. Does this mean you'll never be an employee at The Company of Your Dreams, Inc.? Far from it. Too many job seekers...

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Searching for a job on the sly? Chances are you're not alone. In a recent poll, we found that 47 percent of workers are currently looking for another job or plan to look within the next 12 months. So it's likely that some of your coworkers are...

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Perhaps you've noticed that business has slowed down around your office. Or maybe you don't get any warning that your company has fallen on tough times. The good news, you learn, is that you still have a job. But before you can say, "Whew," you learn...

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To many job seekers, "stress" is synonymous with "job interview." Job seekers stress over landing an interview. Then they stress over preparing for it. And then they stress over what to wear, what to say, if the interviewer will like them and more. But the worst stress...

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Today, many young professional men and women are spending more time at the office than anywhere else. That leaves little time outside of work to meet new people, so it's only natural that many seek friendship and companionship from colleagues. In fact, recent surveys indicate...

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Many people equate looking for a job with rejection and rightfully so. Job seekers often hear dozens of no's before they land a position. Repeated rejection can erode anyone's confidence and negatively affect a once-positive attitude. Unfortunately, a positive attitude and a healthy dose of confidence...

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Every word on your resume counts in today's competitive job market. But some words count more than others -- especially those that refer to soft skills. Soft skills are increasingly important in the workplace. In fact, 86 percent of employers considered soft skills to be among...

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When you were a child do you remember being asked, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" While children often have an abundance of answers to this seemingly overwhelming question, adults are often dumbfounded. Those who never gave this question proper consideration...

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So, you're experienced? Before you advertise this in your resume, be sure you can prove it. Often, when job seekers try to sell themselves to potential employers, they load their resumes with vague claims that are transparent to hiring managers. Instead of making empty claims...

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In a competitive job market, job seekers sometimes think that they're lucky to land an interview, let alone receive an actual job offer. But, in any market, when you do get an offer it's usually smart to negotiate the terms. The trick is knowing when to...

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You're gearing up to apply for a management position. Or maybe you're about to be tapped for a management job. But you don't have any actual managerial experience, you worry. Or do you? Even if you haven't formally acted as a manager, odds are you have plenty...

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