Articles written by Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Why You Should Network, Even If They Aren't Going to Hire You
Networking isn't just about meeting people who can offer you a job. It's about making connections that can further your career and last a lifetime.
Feb 1, 2012
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Manage Menopause Symptoms Such as Hot Flashes and Vaginal Dryness
Menopause is a natural part of aging. With it comes certain problems like hot flashes and dryness. For help battling these issues, here are some suggestions
Jan 23, 2012
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Eliminate Buzzwords and Create Original Stories to Land a Job
Are you creative and hard-working? Well, get in line. So is every job seeker. Instead of using the same old words, come up with new stories to land a job.
Jan 3, 2012
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Dealing with Inappropriate or Illegal Job Interview Questions
Do you know what employers can and cannot ask in the job interview? Do you know how to respond if they cross the line? Prepare yourself, just in case.
Dec 21, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Writing a Cover Letter that Will Land You the Job Interview
There is a fine art to letter writing -- especially with cover letters. The words, the tone and the purpose are all important ingredients. Make it count.
Dec 16, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Win the Job by Taking an Active Role in the Job Interview
Don't just sit back and wait to get a job, actively participate. Show how much you are interested in a company and that you are a proactive employee.
Dec 14, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Four Tips to Help Job Seekers Overcome Job Interview Jitters
If you are among the 96% who get nervous before a job interview, here are some tips on how to reduce anxiety and stress in order to perform better.
Dec 9, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Shot in the Butt by a Dog: Overcome Difficult Business Situations
Heard the saying: "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade?" What if a dog shot you in the buttocks? There's always a way to get through tough situations.
Dec 6, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Poor Job Search Attitude: Don't Let Stinking Thinking Hurt You
Finding a job can be tough. And the longer you look the more defeated you may feel. But don't let a poor attitude hinder your job search.
Dec 2, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Why E-Commerce on Facebook Is Right for Your Company
If your goal in using social media is to sell more products, improve customer service and create new relations, e-commerce on Facebook is right for you.
Nov 29, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Think of College as a Job to Make the Transition into Work Easier
When you leave college, you´ll be stepping out into the world of work. It´ll be different. It´ll be new. So use your time on campus to prepare yourself.
Nov 17, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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New Rules Mean Job Seekers Should Rethink Their Job Search
Job search rules have changed over the years. If you're not up on the latest trends, you could be missing out. Rethink your job search.
Nov 11, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Introducing Christian Artist, Joe Rubino's New Album, "This Day"
Christan artist, Joe Rubino, offers his new album, "This Day," as a "journey of faith" inspired by an "act of obedience."
Nov 4, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Easy to Make Papier-Mâché Christmas Ornaments for Kids and Adults
Want a fun holiday project your entire family can enjoy? Kids and adults can make handmade papier-mâché Christmas ornaments for the Christmas tree.
Nov 2, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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10 Things You Should Never Say to Your Boss
Regardless of your relationship with your boss, your behavior on the job should always be professional. That includes how you speak to those in authority.
Oct 25, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Occupy Wall Street Uses iPhone App that May Help You Find a Job
The protesters involved in OWS have some apps that could be helpful in organizing their cause. If your cause is finding a new job, perhaps apps can help.
Oct 21, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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5 Tips Job Seekers Over 50 Can Use to Make the Job Search Easier
If you're over the age of 50 and finding it difficult to land the right job, here are five tips that can aid you in making your job search productive.
Oct 17, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Employers and Employees Can Make Work/Life Balance Programs Work
When it comes to work/life balance, it's all about give and take. That means employers AND employees share the burden of making work/life programs work.
Oct 14, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Use Numbers to Quantify Your Work Experience and Get a Job
Do you think that finding a job is a numbers game? Well, depending on what numbers you look at or use in your resume, you're absolutely right.
Oct 12, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Easy Homemade Santa Claus Spoon Plaque Christmas Decoration
In the crafting mood? For those who can paint and assemble, here is a Christmas project to try. Make this fun and playful Santa Claus spoon plaque.
Oct 11, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Use the Job Interview to Demonstrate 5 Qualities Employers Want
Preparing for a job interview takes time. Review your background, review the company background and then be prepared to show you have what it takes.
Oct 7, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Parenting Skills Adults Can Use With Their Aging Parents
It's tough to watch your parents age. You may want to step in and do things for them, or at least assist them. How you approach the situation is important.
Oct 5, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Best Places to Pick Pumpkins in Los Angeles This Halloween
What would autumn and Halloween be without a visit to the pumpkin patch? Depending on where you live in the Los Angeles area, there is likely one near you.
Sep 30, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Ask Yourself These 5 Questions Before You Quit Your Current Job
If you are considering leaving your current job, ask yourself who, what, where, why and how before you turn in your resignation letter.
Sep 28, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Business Lessons Learned from Billy Beane and "Moneyball"
The movie "Moneyball" hit the theaters this weekend. However, the book and the ideas from Oakland Athletics GM Billy Beane have been around a while.
Sep 26, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Why Your Next New Hire Should be a Zombie
Thinking of increasing headcount? Need workers who can stay late & handle the least popular jobs? The Halloween season is the perfect time to hire zombies.
Sep 21, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Making Video and Webcam Job Interviews Work for You
Cutting recruitment costs just makes sense regardless of the state of the economy. That's why more and more employers are turning to virtual interviews.
Sep 19, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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How Many Pull Ups Can the Average Person Do?
Ever worry that you're a wimp because you aren't able to crank out 25 pull ups at a moment's notice? Not to worry. Though beneficial, they are tough to do.
Sep 16, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Learn How to Really Make Career and Job Fairs Work for You
Dress right, bring resumes, prepare in advance, network. All good pieces of advice when it comes to attending job fairs. But there's more you need to know.
Sep 14, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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How Women Can Put Meaning into a Conversation Without Being Mean
Women who become frustrated when they have difficulty making their point can come across as bitchy. Here's how to say what you want without sounding mean.
Sep 12, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Crazy Last Minute Tips You Need before Your Next Job Interview
You plan ahead and think of everything before your job interview. Or so you think. Here are some tips that you may overlook or which might not occur to you.
Sep 2, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Veteran-Friendly Job Resources to Ease Vets Back into Job Market
For all the veterans who served their country bravely and returned home to find work scarce, here are some resources to help ease you into the job market.
Aug 31, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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How Today's Female Motorsports Drivers Cracked the Glass Ceiling
Whether they had a college degree, the family name, good looks or raw talent, women have taken a shot at and won entry into the field of motorsports.
Aug 29, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Why a Lousy Job Offer is Better than No Job Offer at All
Should you take a job offer that isn't quite up to your expectations? There's a long-running debate on the subject. Consider your options before you do.
Aug 26, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Good Guys Can Earn More with the Right Salary Negotiation Tips
A new survey says that agreeable people earn lower salaries. Sounds like the old nice-guys-finish-last syndrome. Here's how you can negotiate your salary.
Aug 24, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Even the President Knows the Importance of Taking a Vacation
For everyone who works 40+ hours per week, vacations help reduce employee stress. Employers who know this encourage workers to use their paid vacation time.
Aug 22, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Well-Defined Company Dress Code Can Help Shape a Company's Image
The right company image can make or break your organization. So ensuring that employees hold to a certain standard of dress and appearance is critical.
Aug 19, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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5 Job Search Tips to Use When You're Under Qualified for a Job
Finding it difficult to land a new job because you don't measure up to the job posting? Here are five job search tips to use when you're under qualified.
Aug 17, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Reduce Workplace Stress by Acting Out Your Frustration
If you're feeling a lot of stress at work these days -- and who isn't? -- learn to work out your job stress through laughter, exercise or by making a video.
Aug 15, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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How to Build Stronger, Longer-Lasting Business Relationships
Even business relationships take time to build. Doing it properly doesn't mean putting in endless hours, it just means doing it the right way.
Aug 11, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Why Your Organization Should Hire the Unemployed
Does your firm turn away unemployed workers when trying to fill job openings? You may want to rethink this practice, if you want to find the best employees.
Aug 8, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Don't Call Baby Boomers 'Senior' if You Want Their Money
Just because we have a little gray in our hair and a few lines on our face doesn't mean we are old. So don't make us feel that way by calling us senior.
Aug 3, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Smart Moves to Help Small Business Owners with Hiring
Whether you're looking to hire today or sometime in the future, here are some ideas that can help your small business hire the best candidates.
Aug 1, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Why Going Straight to College after High School is the Wrong Move
Thinking of going to college right after high school? Here are some reasons why you might want to wait before obtaining your college degree.
Jul 26, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Geocaching: The Contemporary Treasure Hunt for Hikers
If you enjoy hiking and treasure hunts, try geocaching. Learn more about this outdoor craze as geocachers search high and low for hidden containers.
Jun 23, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Your Favorite Ice Cream Flavor and What it Says about You
Vanilla? Strawberry? Chocolate Chip? Wait...Mint Chip. No...Cherry Garcia. So many choices. What does your favorite ice cream flavor say about you?
Apr 26, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Long-Term Impact of Global Wildfires on the World's Ecosystems
Just as there is a fine line between love and hate, there is a fine line between the good and bad effects of fire on the world's ecosystem.
Apr 22, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Workplace Dress Codes Can Balance Image with Personal Style
Image is about what people think by looking at something. Companies can balance their image with the personal style of employees through their dress code.
Apr 20, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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Are Parents Keeping Their Children Fat?
Parents don't always consider how their children mimic their behavior, especially when it comes to eating and exercise as well as overall body image.
Apr 18, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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The Fallacy of Multi-Tasking
If you think you can multi-task, think again. According to the experts only computers can truly multi-task. However, you can increase your muscle power.
Apr 13, 2011
- Deborah S. Hildebrand
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