The agent issue is such an emotional one for writers. Having one is a huge
validation. I was fortunate to sign with an agent while still writing my first novel and it was wonderful being able to work and know that someone was waiting for what I was writing.
But the eagerness to have that feeling often [...]
The job market continue to change everyday. Within this market there is an element that create problems for employers. And it is from employees who equate happiness with obtaining the right job.
It’s true that most of us work in a field that we enjoy. However, there
are those who are never satisfied with their employment, [...]
Did you hire a “life coach” to help you sort out your complicated existence? The coach is a growing occupational choice for folks who feel the call to lead others who may feel overwhelmed or wish for personal fulfillment but don’t know where to begin.
As someone who belongs to entrepreneur networks, I’ve come across quite [...]
Believe it or not, values are in the core of all of us. These
underrated rankings tell more about us than we could ever
imagine. Yet, many of us overlook this extremely
important portion of our lives.
Why do we?
Because so many of us get caught up in the race of life and
flying ahead of others becomes more important. [...]
Global warming and the recession, these double apocalypse have let off the Southern Alps, leastwise for the time being. However it may have been so entirely contrary. Before the holidays ski resorts in the Chamonix region were isolated when snow rained down. Motorway passes such as the all important Col du Grand Massif were [...]
Your Prep
Prepare an uptodate professionally typed CV custom-built for the business to leave with the interview panel.
Have someone with a critical eye proof the CV.
Create interview answers to classic questions about yourself (review your strengths and weaknesses).
Acquire permission beforehand from individuals you designate to employ as reference.
Read about the area in which the placement [...]
Do you remember the soft-spoken, cigar smoking detective on the hit TV series ‘Columbo’? Most people do because the show is still in reruns all over the world and once in a while a new episode comes out. One of Detective Columbo’s trademarks is that he would start to leave and when he was almost [...]
You wouldn’t rememberBecause I never told youBut I know I’ve triedTo show you…
You wouldn’t understandBecause I’ve never explainedBut I know I’ve triedTo tell you…
You wouldn’t knowBecause I’ve never given you a hintBut I know I’ve thoughtOf doing it…
I really want to tell youI really want to show youBut every time I tryI start to have [...]
Anyone who has ever used Adobe Photoshop will tell you that there is a lot to learn in order to perform even simple tasks. You would be forgiven for admitting that you felt a little bewildered by the large array of menus, floating palettes and tools on offer.
I have been using Adobe Photoshop on a [...]
No matter where you live, landing lucrative writing assignments
doesn’t need to be difficult. The secret to a profitable
freelance writing career is to start small and build it from
there. Another secret… you must remember to promote your
business on a REGULAR basis. Don’t shoot off a few ads or
letters, then wait three [...]
