Blog Profile / Job Doc
| URL : | http://www.boston.com/jobs/news/jobdoc/ | |
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| Filed Under: | Career & Jobs / Job Hunting | |
| Posts on Regator: | 330 | |
| Posts / Week: | 1.3 | |
| Archived Since: | June 7, 2008 | |
Blog Post Archive
Lenox Hotel's 'Green Director' Plants Sustainability Initiatives
By Cindy Atoji Keene Scot Hopps gets plenty of teasing at the Lenox Hotel for his incessant attention to detail, including his vigilance to ?light patrol? ? swapping out the occasional rogue incandescent bulb to more energy-efficient LED. Hopps, the...
Who Has Access To Your Social Media Accounts?
Social media is an impactful marketing and public relations tool that companies are embracing. Right now, 77 of the world?s 100 largest companies maintain a corporate Twitter account. While the potential for meaningful engagement with consumers, prospects, employees, shareholders and...
Turning a Mistake into a Professional Development Win
Elaine Varelas advises on how to turn a colleagues mistake into a professional development opportunity.
Homemade Dog Food Begs to Differ from Commercial Offering
By Cindy Atoji Keene Some of the ingredients in processed dog food could be considered almost toxic: Cancerous food dyes, meat by-products, artificial flavoring and colors, sodium, and preservatives. When Newton resident John Edwards, 36, started researching pet brands and...
Job hunting from afar
Q: I am a recent college graduate from Arizona State University who is looking to relocate to the Boston area. I graduated with an art history degree and a minor in anthropology and I have a vast background of customer...
What's your point?
Sometimes, all you get is 3 words or less, writes Paul Hellman.
When An Ounce of Prevention Is Worth A Pound Of Cure
One scenario I present at most of my seminars invariably elicits a lot of discussion. Imagine you have invited a client to a business meal at a restaurant that has a no cell phones policy. During the meal your client...
Negotiating a Job Offer After Prolonged Unemployment
Elaine Varelas advises on how to negotiate a better salary offer in a tight economy.
Inspired to Build Sacred Architecture
By Cindy Atoji Keene Architect Ethan Anthony claims to have laid the cornerstones for the first true Gothic churches built in the U.S. since the World War II. With graceful stone spires, soaring arches and ornate stained glass windows, they...
How to convey positive attributes
Q: I am looking for a job in just about any field. I have a degree in English and have worked in many fields including brewing and cell phone repair, as well as customer service. I can learn exceptionally quickly....
Lesson Learned from Failure of New York City?s Don?t Honk Rule
On page A16 of the January 29 New York Times, a headline announced, ?Stop the Honking. New York Suggests It?s a Lost Cause?. The article goes on to explain that the Big Apple has a noise ordinance banning honking, but...
Conquering the Fear of Job Interviews
Elaine Varelas and Dr. Paul Powers provide tips and insights on how to overcome interview anxiety.
Jeep Enthusiast Drives Dealership's Online Sales
By Cindy Atoji Keene The ?Jeep wave? is a tradition among Wrangler drivers, symbolizing loyalty, fraternity and a common passion for adventure and freedom. For Peter Catanese III, waving to other like-minded enthusiasts as they pass on the highway...
No degree but lots of experience
Q: My career has spanned over 25 years and I have been very successful in the corporate world. I have managed large, successful sales teams as well as large project and development programs. Past employment was secured through relationships. I...
Stop Gumming Up People?s Inboxes
Unquestionably, email is the most requested topic of my business etiquette seminars. As well as being concerned by how grammatical and proofreading mistakes reflect negatively both on individuals and the company, managers also recognize the problems caused by the sheer...
Is it Management or Harrassment?
Elaine Varelas advises on how to navigate an uncomfortable situation in the workplace.
Is it Management or Harrassment?
Q. I have been at my company for three years, and I have done well, with only positive reviews. I have a new boss, who hovers over me when I am at my desk and touches my arm and shoulders....
Yacht Broker Helps Boat Transactions Float
By Cindy Atoji Keene Yacht broker Marc Winder admits his name is apropos for his job at Sailboats Northeast in Marblehead. He gets teased frequently about his surname, but says for boat buyers and sellers, it?s an apt reminder of...
Conflict within a family business
Q: I work for a family-owned business. I have worked here for three years. There is an owner who is here 3-4 days per week. Two of his kids work here full-time. I think the plan is for the kids...
Words: Part Three Of Your Annual Self-Evaluation
We?ve already looked at how actions and appearance can affect your relationships. Now we?ll look at the words you use and how you use them. I learned my lesson about how words can have a negative effect on a relationship...