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Your References– Check them out Before you Give Them Out! References can be very influential to prospective employers. Don’t wait till the last minute to throw together your list of these valuable references. Plan ahead. Carefully select your contacts and prepare them for potential calls. Here are some helpful tips for preparing your references list... Read the full story... Tips for a Successful Job Start It’s official, you got the job. Congratulations! Allow yourself a moment of reveling in all the opportunities that are now lying ahead of you, you deserve it. But wait – before you dream of your next promotion, there is something you will have to jump over one more hurdle: getting through those first days and weeks. So what can you do to make sure you’ll navigate those cliffs just as expertly as you aced that interview? Read the full story... Finding Balance While Juggling a Career According to U.S. Department of Labor Statistics, in 2005, nearly 71 percent of women with children work. And, since 2005, the percentage of women returning to the workforce after having children has been on the rise. Working mothers in many fields experience conflicts between family life and advancing in their professional careers. But, you can be there for your family, while at the same time succeeding in your career. Read the full story... Do You Have the Right Mentors? Tapping into the expertise of mentors can help you achieve your career goals, however many women still struggle with the basic concept. Do you need a mentor, and how will you know if they will be a fit, personally and professionally? You may be surprised to find that mentors are everywhere – from one or more of your college professors to your lifelong family friend who started his own successful business to your older sister who juggles having two children with a successful career in banking. Read the full story... Employers Report Internships Lead to Full-Time Hires; Recent Poll by CareerExposure.com Finds 94 Percent of Employers Offer Full-Time Positions to Interns. Internship programs are proving to be a "win-win" situation for employers, according to a recent poll by CareerExposure.com. Over 90 percent of interns reported receiving an offer for a full-time position within the organization following their internship. Read the full story..... MBAs Report That an Internship is Essential for Career Success. Recent poll by MBACareers.com Finds 88 Percent of Interns Receive Job Offers; Men Seek Networking while Women Create Formal Mentoring Relationships. The highly qualified MBA with an internship will receive a job offer, according to a recent poll by MBACareers.com. 88 percent of interns were offered a position following their internship and reported that the internship led to finding mentors and critical networking contacts that helped them in their career path. Read the full story... Career Women.com Named as Finalist in 2005 Stevie Awards for Women Entrepreneurs. CareerWomen.com ends the year with yet another accolade by being named a finalist in the Women Helping Women category at The 2005 Stevie Awards for Women Entrepreneurs, an international competition recognizing the accomplishments of women executives and business owners. For the second year in a row, CareerWomen.com has been honored by the Stevie Awards for its outstanding accomplishments as a leading women-owned business. Read the full story... Create Your Year-End Career Strategy Checklist. As 2005 draws to an end,CareerWomen advises that now is the time to plan for 2006 career goals. In addition to creating holiday shopping lists, take the time to create your own career strategy checklist to make 2006 a career-defining year. Read the full story... Summer Networking Opens Doors to Career Opportunities. Most job seekers consider summer as the “off season” for job hunting and place their career aspirations on hold until the Fall. However, summer social gatherings, formal or casual, can provide the ultimate career boosting networking opportunities. Read the full story... Tuesday Morning Is Most Productive For US Workers. In a recent study by Microsoft, US workers reported that 35 percent of their work week is unproductive. CareerWomen.com, in an effort to help employers and employees understand when during the work week they can expect to be most productive, recently polled US workers and found that Tuesdays between 10 am and noon is considered to be the height of productivity. Read the full story... Equal Pay Day Signals Time to Enhance Future Earning Potential -- CareerWomen.com Offers Tips on How to Get The Salary You Deserve. According to the American Association of University Women (AAUW), college educated women earn only 72% as much as college educated men. According to CareerWomen.com, beating the odds in salary negotiations either during the job interview process or an annual performance review is critical to closing the gender wage gap. Read the full story... Spring Signals Time to Freshen Up Career Skills CareerWomen.com Offers Tips on Creating Career Opportunities. From updating resumes to un-cluttering your professional life, spring is the time to set goals and take a fresh approach to setting career goals. Read the full story... 5 Tips for De-Stressing Your Career More than 80 percent of working women are stressed out as a result of work related issues according to a new survey released by CareerWomen.com today. Women that responded to the poll revealed that most of their stress was a result of ineffective co-workers, too many unproductive meetings and difficult client or office situations. They share 5 tips for de-stressing your career. Read the full story... Interview Tips From Employers and Recruiters “10 Negotiation Tips From Women in the Trenches” Revealed “As business professionals, we negotiate every day on topics ranging from work assignments, project delivery dates and even business travel. Our viewers have routinely reported that women and men approach negotiations differently and have asked for advice from others to develop and refine this critical skill set. Our ’10 Negotiation Tips’ is the culmination of advice from CareerWomen.com viewers and clearly represents a strong desire by women to become better negotiators and ultimately strong business leaders.” Read the full story... Are Women Opting Out of Corporate Careers? "Opting out," the new catch phrase within corporate circles, defines the rising trend towards leaving corporate positions for alternative career paths.Given this, CareerWomen.com recently conducted a poll to asked working women if they have opted out of corporate work, why they left and if they plan to return. With a labor shortage predicted in the coming decade, employers at leading corporations could be looking for those that "opted out" to "opt back in." Read the Full Story Relocation Presents Dilemma for Today’s Career Women According to the US Census Bureau, over 3,000 Americans move every month. Nearly 20 percent of these movers are actually job “relocators” who are actively taking a job promotion or grabbing a new career opportunity. The process for deciding to relocate can be impacted by multiple factors including gender, ethnicity and advanced degrees. CareerWomen.com recently conducted a poll to ask job seekers if they would relocate for a new job or promotion and the parameters around making a move decision. Read the full article

The Career Change Challenge We all experience days when we feel discouraged in our jobs. And, that's OK, though not necessarily a reason to jump ship. However, if discontentment continues, you may need to find a new job. Seriously assess what the root problem is in your particular situation. Changing careers may require sacrifices, so be sure this is the best decision for you. If the problem is lack of "fit" with your present company, your current career path may still be appropriate. In that case, consider a new company that will be a better "fit" for your employment goals and career expectations. Perhaps a smaller or larger organization will provide you a better work environment. Look at your options. Learn More

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Say Thank You:
Employers and Recruiters Still Expect Thanks After Interviews
Many of today's job seekers have great resumes, ace interviews, provide stellar recommendations and still don't get the coveted job offer. According to a recent poll with leading employers and recruiters, conducted by The Career Exposure Network™, the reason could lie in the right follow-up.

Productivity on the Rise - Can Work/Life Balance Be Achieved?
There is good news on the economic front. The U.S. Labor Department has reported a substantial rise in productivity, providing early signs of an economic turn-around. Given this trend, The Career Exposure Networkª recently conducted a poll to ask employees if they are they able to manage a healthy work/life balance? As a whole, employers and employees are always looking for the elusive work/life balance, because a happier, more satisfied workforce contributes to overall productivity and success at work.Learn More

CareerWomen.com Reveals Top Five Strategies For Achieving Work/Life Balance

Today's career women are continually challenged by the demands of full-time work and when the day is done at the office, they carry more of the responsibilities and commitments at home. A recent QuickPoll conducted by CareerWomen.com™, discovered that the majority of women are working 40-50 hours per week and 53% of the respondents report that they are struggling to achieve work/life balance. Learn More

Top 5 Resume Tips

Employers and recruiters from Fortune 1000 companies tell CareerWomen.com, a member of The Career Exposure Network™, that candidates continue to make serious mistakes when submitting their resumes. According to a recent poll, candidates are sending resumes that are outdated, not tailored to open positions and even full of typos. Learn More

Planning your Job Search:
Planning your Job Search
You're smart, sophisticated, savvy and know you can contribute your skills and talents in the workplace. Finding a job is hard work, so set your goals, plan your strategy and prepare to get started.

MBA Expectations:
MBACareers.com Finds Gender Gap in Male and Female Career Aspirations.
According to an MBACareers.com QuickPoll, men and women have starkly different reasons for obtaining an MBA. While both pursue an MBA to increase earning potential, the commonality ends there...Learn more

Mentors:
Mentors Play a Key Role in Women's Career Success
More and more women are tapping into the expertise and advice of mentors, male and female, to help them achieve their career goals according to a CareerWomen.com QuickPoll released today. "Importance of Mentoring in the Workplace" reveals that the majority of women (62%) have a formal or informal mentor-someone who has influenced their personal and professional development and contributed to their career success.

Job Satisfaction:
Respect is the Key to Job Satisfaction for Women CareerWomen.com Asks Women What Leads to Job Satisfaction. The exclusive CW survey reveals that women are not primarily inspired by compensation, but by respect, service and challenge. Job seekers are clearly looking for challenging work, and to be fairly compensated, but in an environment where they "fit".

Graduation Tips:
Top Four Tips for Landing a Job After Graduation
Go Niche; Go Now; Go Where the Jobs Are. It's that time of year again when soon-to-be college grads are nervous about finding a job and entering the workforce as a full-time employee. Facing one of the toughest job markets in years, competition is fierce. Graduates of all levels need as much information and tools as possible - preferably at their fingertips.

Workplace Barriers:
Women Still Facing Barriers in Career Advancement
96% of Women Respond Corporate Culture Favors Men. After decades of progress, today's working women still report significant barriers to career advancement according to a poll released today by CareerWomen.com.

Cover Letter Writing 101: Paper and Electronic Letters
Do I really need a cover letter? "Why, yes. You need a cover letter to introduce your resume...."

Cover Letter Myths and Resume Nonsense
Taking a thoughtful, targeted approach in the written portion of your job search campaign will increase your chances of success dramatically...

Strategic Interview Attire
How to dress for interview success..

Career Fairs-Your Shortcut to Job Interviews
Career Fairs can be hit or miss...Here are 3 tips on how to "work" career fairs and network your way to interviews with future employers.

Getting Beyond the Screener and Into the Interview
Tips to make certain your resume is seriously considered when applying for position outside your industry or for which you are overqualified.

After the Interview...Now What?
Now that the interview is over, it's time to swing into action with some memorable followup activities.

Creativity, Contacts Rule in Today's Job Market
First Impressions
Coping with Job Loss
Quick Clicks
Women and Girls in High Tech  
 
This month's featured interview--
Learn how successful women get ahead and stay there. Each month, we profile women in business, get their advice, tips and strategies for success and more... Read this month's featured interview with Linda Goode.

Up Close & Virtual® - Making a Difference
Read this exclusive Up Close & Virtual® Interview with Linda Goode, an experienced, successful Professional Fund-raiser. Ms. Goode is the Director of Development for Easter Seals Arizona and the National Philanthropy Day Chair for the Association of Fundraising Professionals. She offers her insights and professional strategies for those interested in pursuing or advancing a career in fundraising. Her keys to this fulfilling career include strong business skills, relationship building, public relations/marketing and, of course, a sincere interest in helping people and making a difference.

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How to Build Your Online Reputation
The Career Exposure Network Recommends Five Best Practices

Tip for job seeker: google your name and see what comes up.Employers, Recruiters,even potential customers will do this and see the results.A professional online image is a must.If you have made some mistakes in the past,have too much "social" information out there or nothing at all...here are some tips to help build your professional online reputation.Building your brand is key to Job success.....!Read the article here...

The Career Exposure Network Shares Top Job Search Tips For a Tight Market

Online and offline exposure helps job seekers get noticed. With more candidates applying for each open position, standing apart from the competition is increasingly critical to getting the offer letter, here are 5 tips for getting noticed, getting the interview and the job! Read the article here...

Make the First Days Count -- Tips for a Successful Job Start

You impressed them with your resume, wowed them at the interview and sealed the deal at the follow-up interview. Congratulations, you landed a great job. Here’s how to make sure you keep that positive momentum rolling as you head into the first days on the new job. Real the full story..... Read the full story...

How to Get Your Resume Noticed

What makes a resume stand out above the rest? It’s not fancy fonts and colored paper. Instead, it’s strong, results-oriented writing that concisely conveys your skills, experience and the value you can bring to the job. Here are a few tips for effective resume writing.... Read the full story...

Strategies for Negotiating Summer Schedules that Work
Four Tips To Gain Time in the Sun This Summer

Enjoying summer while meeting work obligations does not have to be a tug of war according to CareerWomen.com, the leading career site for working women.  While not all employers are able to offer shorter summer hours, obtaining a flexible schedule is possible if you approach the request by using these four simple rules. Read the full story...

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The American Association for Affirmative Action
  - is the association of professionals managing affirmative action, equal opportunity, diversity and other human resource programs.
American Business Women International
  - is a non-profit organization founded to encourage and support business women involved or interested in international trade opportunities.
American Woman's Economic Development Corporation
  - is a not-for-profit organization training and counseling women at all levels of business ownership, from start-ups to million dollar enterprises. Aims to increase the start-up, survival and expansion rates of small businesses.

Association for Women in Architecture
  - is an organization of individuals dedicated to forwarding the position of women in architecture and related fields as well as advancing these professions.
Association for Women in Computing
  - non-profit professional organization dedicated to the advancement of women in the technology fields. See site for Chapters across the US.
Association for Women in Finance
  - Represents the first international association for women in finance in Tokyo. The association is devoted to the professional development of women in finance, both Japanese and non-Japanese, and is committed to serving members' needs.
Astra Society International
  - founded by a group of women business owners and executives to provide a program which offers personal, professional and income development skills that aids businesswomen in the pursuit of successful and fulfilling lives.
AuFeminin.com - France
  - France's leading women's website.
ABA Commission on Women in the Profession
ADA Project "Tapping Internet Resources for Women in Computing"
Advancing Women

AARP -- American Association of Retired Persons
American Association of University Women
American Business Women's Association

American Women's Self-Defense Association
Asian Women in Business
  -assisting Asian women to realize their business/entrepreneurial potential.
Association for Women in Communications
Association of Women in Computing
  -Boston Chapter
Association for Women In Computing Twin Cities Chapter
Association for Women In Computing
  -Washington, DC Chapter
Association for Women in Science
Association of Women Industrial Designers
The American Women's Association Singapore