http://careermysteries.today.com Career Mysteries Solved by Ms. Therese Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:46:56 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Back by popular demand: Here it is already, time to do another self-appraisal.  This time, do it right.   Generally speaking, the self-appraisal is a way for the supervisor to pull together relevant data on work accomplishments for the prior year (saving him some time). Approaching this process with a constructive attitude is ... http://careermysteries.today.com/2009/11/03/write-a-great-self-appraisal/ You can do it.  You can break the chains that bind you to a desk and a job that you hate.  Now is the time to get your resume updated, brush up your wardrobe and find an interview practice buddy to give you some valuable feedback on how you come across ... http://careermysteries.today.com/2009/09/15/fall-into-the-career-of-your-dreams/ Remember  by Therese Haberman  Sadness in the corner of your eye  Saw phantoms of madmen Airspace intruders Diving druids of death. Heroes prevail Rebuilding the psyche Of the new city Wounds heal one vision at a time.  Years whispering by Rush hours and crosswords September looms as Souls rise from the darkness.  Rebirth spreading the promise Of a newborn beginning Those who were lost March on ... http://careermysteries.today.com/2009/09/11/my-tribute-to-911-remember/ Everyone has a special talent or skill that is unique to their own personality.  Some people are great with using their hands and making beautiful handcrafted items.  Others are fantastic with math and can teach others how to learn to be more proficient in math skills. Still others are creative artists, ... http://careermysteries.today.com/2009/08/24/find-your-niche-in-the-employment-world/  Making the hiring decisions for a company is a big responsibility.  Before embarking on this for the first time, you need to research the process, develop job specific criteria, a job description, salary range and a firm idea of what traits, knowledge and experience you are looking for.  From that ... http://careermysteries.today.com/2009/08/06/hire-right/ What is it with guys who seem to be oblivious to how to shake hands with a woman?  It is no different than shaking hands with a man.  In an interview, I once had a guy try to kiss my hand, unsuccessfully.  That was interesting. Just reach out with a warm ... http://careermysteries.today.com/2009/07/25/shake-it-off-learning-to-shake-hands/ Is it time for you to make a career change?  Do you envy your friends for having found jobs that they love to do and people who enjoy waking up in the morning because they get to go to work?  Maybe it is time for you to consider a career ... http://careermysteries.today.com/2009/07/12/the-career-is-always-greener-on-the-other-side/  How would you like to work here?  Summer is the time to dream about what you really want to do most with your life.  For me, writing is one thing I have always dreamed of doing and my dreams have come true.  While I don't live or work in a ... http://careermysteries.today.com/2009/06/22/the-summer-of-your-career/  Sometimes it is better to ease off on the workplace throttle and let yourself go with the flow... Avoid procrastination on projects and deadlines. If you wait until the last minute to get things done, you will have a longer time to fret about the deadline and your stress level will ... http://careermysteries.today.com/2009/06/11/try-relaxing-at-work-for-a-change/   Try to relax when assuming new duties. It is hard to be promoted and then work with the same people, and become the leader of the existing group. Give everyone some breathing room before even considering making any changes. Find a Mentor Many companies now have formal mentoring programs for new supervisors that ... http://careermysteries.today.com/2009/06/08/be-a-terrific-boss/