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10 Tips to Increase Concentration at Work

March 7, 2013 — 11 Comments

Today, there is a high call for high productivity and efficiency in the work set-up. The competition now lies more on these two rather on the skills you have. No matter how skilled you are, if you cannot execute it properly, then it’s nothing. The most effective way of executing your skill is to focus on work. However, disturbances are inevitable and we have to be equipped so we can concentrate more.

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Here are some tips you can do to increase and maintain your concentration at work. Some are short-term and some are long-term. Long-term means you will need to do them day by day so you will maintain good focus at work at all times.

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20 Ways to Survive Office Politics

December 3, 2012 — 8 Comments

Office politics is a common phenomenon, which you can’t avoid. At some point of time in your career you’ll have to face it. I suggest you learn the skills needed now to cope with and master office politics.

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One of the best feelings is working in a harmonious and comfortable office environment. You can work with ease without thinking of the problems in the work field. But, unfortunately, this atmosphere you are wishing for seldom exist in a competitive environment.

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How to Negotiate on Your Salary at Current Job

October 10, 2012 — 8 Comments

For some reason, my wife decided to ask this question, “If I work, how do I tell my boss I want a raise?” I could not help but wonder if she is trying to tell me, “I want that pair of shoes because I work so hard at home.”

Well, anyway, her question inspired me to create this post for all of you. Surely, it is not only she who struggles with asking for salary increases. I have to do that once in a while. In fact here’s my story of how I increased my salary last year. The problem is many are apprehensive to do it for fear they’re going to be kicked out from work!

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How to become a Successful Manager – 51 Desirable Qualities you must Possess

October 5, 2012 — 6 Comments

Every manager wants to be the best and those who aspire to become managers want to be the kind that are hand-picked for projects and new opportunities.

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A good manager has earned his respect and creates an workplace that is comfortable for all employees. Some of the desirable qualities of a successful manager are

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Getting the Most From UnPaid Volunteer Work Experience

August 15, 2012 — 19 Comments

You may not get a paid job during college years or when you are fresh out of it but, you can get plenty of unpaid work as an intern or volunteer for local organizations. How can you use it to your benefit, both as an employee and as an employer.

Getting involved in unpaid work is nothing but investing in the future 

For an active job seeker, student or university graduate, unpaid work experience is more important than ever to assist in standing out from the crowd in today’s hyper-competitive job market. Here’s one related article on unpaid work from CNN Money.

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