Tag Archives: Career-Job

JibberJobber

I am interested in intersections where knowledge areas overlap and create new possibilities. JibberJobber is an interesting mix of career tool, contact manager and a help in job seeking. Networking is great, a network is something one shall build and … Continue reading

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JibberJobber blog

The JibberJobber blog stands on its own, it is useful and interesting even if you do not use the services from JibberJobber. Topics covered are often within my area of interests and I like Jason’s style in writing.

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LinkedIn Reference Search

Linked in has launched a new function for Reference Search. Reference Search is useful when you need more information about potential employees, employers, and business partners. Just enter company names and the years the person worked at each company. Your … Continue reading

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A list of facts about headhunters / recruiters

Over at FRACAT is a really interesting post about The Top 18 Things Job Seekers Must Know About Headhunters / Recruiters. Everyone searching for a new job should read it. There is a disclaimer saying “This is harsh, unadulterated, unaltered … Continue reading

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Job-Seeker’s Glossary

Have you ever wondered what some of those job, career and employment terms mean? Now you can find that out in the Job-Seeker’s Glossary of Key Job-Hunting, Career, Job-Search, and Employment Terms.

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Dream commuters cross borders

BBC News has an article titled Dream commuters cross borders. That is a very suitable distraction today when we in southern Sweden have strong wind, snow and icy roads. It says that Britain’s commuters have the worst deal in all … Continue reading

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How not to be a cultural knucklehead in a global business world

I found an article titled How not to be a cultural knucklehead in a global business world over at Escape from Cubicle Nation. It is an interesting and useful read for everyone working in an international setting. I fully agree … Continue reading

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The Brand Called You

Fast Company has an interesting article titled The Brand Called You. It is some years old but still valid. Big companies understand the importance of brands. Today, in the Age of the Individual, you have to be your own brand. … Continue reading

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Be your own career coach

Penelope Trunk has a great post titled 4 Tips for being your own career coach. These are her four tips: 1. Talk to an imaginary coach. 2. Ask yourself better questions. 3. Pretend to give advice to someone else. 4. … Continue reading

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Blogging essential for a good career

Penelope Trunk has a post titled Blogging essential for a good career. She writes that a well-executed blog sets you apart as an expert in your field. Penelope lists eight reasons why, after deciding about topic, blogging helps your career. … Continue reading

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