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I am a Professional Recruiter, Career Coach, and Freelance Writer. My background prior is in banking, credit, finance, accounting, sales and management. I also do websites, write web content and resumes, and am adept in social networking and online marketing.

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Jobs & Careers > Resumes & Cover Letters Common mistakes that send your job application to the shredder: 1 of 29
Your goal when you submit a resume or fill out a job application, is to get an interview for that position. While getting hired would be great, that won't happen if your application is not good enough to get you in the door to talk with the company! This article will deal with some of the common mistakes people make, and how... More..
Jobs & Careers > Job Listings & Agencies Good job recruitment agencies: 1 of 16
Working with a Recruiting Agency can be either a satisfying experience or a disaster! Like other professional organizations, most people who work in Recruiting Agencies are caring and ethical. Usually, bad ones starve themselves out fairly quickly. It's relatively simple to sort out the good Recruiting Agencies, using these... More..
Travel > Vacations Great family beach vacations: 1 of 10
The Tampa Bay Area-Water, Water Everywhere! Wherever you live or work in the Tampa Bay area, chances are there is a beach within very easy driving distance to you. This is truly a blessing that you shouldn't take for granted! Add in the fact that the water is calm, and almost always warm- what more could you ask for? ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Starting Out How to find work in a recession: 1 of 8
The current job market is very tight, and employers are receiving enormous amounts of qualified applicants for each job that they post. So, how do you get hired in this environment? Here are some tips! * Check out the job boards! Here are a few I recommend you take a look at, in addition to reviewing Monster, CareerBuilde... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Motivational books to move you: 1 of 5
Albert Einstein said "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving."In times like these, it's more important than ever to keep your balance! Here are five books to help with your personal balancing act: 1. The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest By Dan ... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate How to buy foreclosures: 2 of 7
Step Number One: DO NOT Pay for a Foreclosure List! Lots of there sites out there will sell you one for a flat fee or monthly subscription, but there is really no need to pay when bank's lists are readily available for free. (See the bottom of this article for some banking sites you can check out.) Also ask your local banks ... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving Top ten money saving tips for your home: 8 of 24
Every homeowner needs a good preventive maintenance schedule, plus inexpensive, money-saving tips like these! 1. Conduct your own energy audit on your home. You're looking for leaks, which is anywhere you feel a draft. Use a long lighter and watch where the flame flickers, or even wet your hands and feel for a cool breeze.... More..
Jobs & Careers > Online Jobs (Other) Assessing the credibility of internet money-making websites: 3 of 9
If you are unemployed and money is tight, the promise of any job is very tempting. Unfortunately, employment "scams" seem to be increasing as the unemployment rate rises, and the internet especially is being exploited to rip off honest workers. The following tips should help you to differentiate between a legitimate job ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Job Search (Other) How to get a job in a recession: 4 of 9
Getting Hired Now! The current job market is very tight, and employers are receiving enormous amounts of qualified applicants for each job that they post. So, how do you get hired in this environment? Here are some tips! Check out the job boards! Here are a few I recommend you take a look at, in addition to reviewing M... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving How to get into the habit of saving: 5 of 10
A habit is a recurrent, often unconscious pattern of behavior that is acquired through frequent repetition. Experts recommend four steps to create any habit you desire. Let's examine those steps as they pertain to saving money. 1. What is the habit you want to change or create? You need to be very specific about what ... More..