Flip Flops May Turn Job Interview Into A Flop

I have talked to people in recent years who are in positions to hire and many have expressed amazement–and that is being kind–on how many job applicants, mostly in their earl 20s,actually come to interviews wearing flip-flops.
Now,you may think this is no big deal, but,rest assured, it is a VERY big deal. As these potential [...]

The Importance Of In-Person Networking

You can instantly tell where the generational divide occurs:Say the word “networking” to someone 30 or older, and they are likely to think in terms of establishing personal business relationships by attending events,dinners,functions,conventions etc.
Say the same word to someone under 30 and you are liable to get a response that talks about Web based networking [...]

Can “MYSPACE” Screw You For Life? Employers Sour On Social Networking

Social networking sites, such as MySpace,are fast becoming substitutes for old fashioned resumes when employers sort through candidates to fill certain jobs,especially entry level ones.
Unfortunately,these same employers or college admissions officials are not looking for positive things about you,but things that may suggest you’ll be a troubled employee or student.
I have students  where I teach [...]

A Media “Perfect” White Smile and What Dentists DON’T Tell You!

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A few weeks ago, I happened to catch the movie “300″ which tells about how civilization as we know it was salvaged when the ancient Spartans held back a Persian onslaught.
While many in the audience took note of the fact that every male actor looked as if he had spent thousands of hours in an [...]

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