Stayin’ Alive by Creating a Career Contingency Plan

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Melissa Westmoreland

For the first time in my life, I am the one in my group of five friends who is still employed. Two thoughts run through my head. First, it makes me wonder if I have learned any lessons from my three bouts of unemployment due to downsizing, rightsizing, or political misa... More »

Change is Upon Me: Becoming Part of the Mobile Workforce

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David S. Clemons

During the last three years I have successfully transitioned from a hectic, professional executive, operating in a traditional corporate office, to a more composed, tuned-in entrepreneurial leader who is directing an international e-learning business from a home-based w... More »

Surf the Tsunami to a Federal Job

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Janet M. Ruck

The federal government is hiring! That certainly is good news in an economy that has offered little more than bad news for the better part of a year. Baby boomer retirements, along with increased federal budget and stimulus money, have converged to make this a good time... More »

Understanding the Career Development Process in Today’s Market

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Donna M. Grossman

Whether your job fell victim to the current economic crisis or youre simply seeking the next position to enhance your career, its important to take some time to make sure youre going after the right things. A few simple steps can help. Conduct a self-assessment First, d... More »