I'm telling you the truth...

THOUGHT: So many people are uncertain about what they want in life. As a result, the never leave the starting line in life.

Ask any of friends, then, listen carefully. Ask them: What do you want in life? They will usually begin by saying..."well, you know, I'm just trying to get something going, maybe part-time or full-time and....

THRUST: You have to have a definite perspective in life and corporate America if you want to get ahead.

No. #1. Pay attention to this ever-changing economy. No. #2. Know what you want or will not accept. No. #3. It's okay to be flexible, just get your foot in the door. No. #4. Leaving the starting line in life if your first-step.

You can make it, if you try...

I Believe You Can...!

I'm telling you the truth...

THOUGHT! Because we live in a "judgmental" society, it's difficult even in our marriage to find peace and harmony with each other in terms of learning to work together as a team. Yes, it's difficult.

THRUST: If you consider these principles below, perhaps, you can win more sooner, than later in life.

#1, WORK together, stay together and focus on one simple goal and you'll win. #2. WORK with each other, and not against each other. It doesn't matter who's right or wrong. #3. WORK, with a simple short-term goal in mind. Then, watch it gradually grow. #4. WORK, to support each other through laughter and smiles. Then, minimize the frowns. #5. WORK, together each day in love, because tomorrow carries it's own uncertainties.

Two rings, enjoined by two hands equals ONE!

I Believe You Can...!

I'm telling you the truth...(MUST READ)

THOUGHT: The word DON'T is one the most widely disseminated words on a global scale. If not corrected, DON'T can paralyze your every thoughts and dreams. Take these 5 TIPS TO HEART:

#1. DON'T give up on life, even if the waters of time are not flowing in your direction.

#2. DON'T turn your back on life, even if it seems like you weren't dealt the best hand.

#3. DON'T start starring at the trees of life, even if you can't see the forest for the trees. Look a little beyond that point.

#4. DON'T draw conclusions to early, while standing at the bridge of time. Cross the bridge first, then, see what's on the other side.

#5. DON"T believe that it's over, because it hasn't worked in your favor. Press forward just a little bit more.

THRUST: Do the unbelievable, so you can have the unachievable and all you have to do is TRY!

I Believe You Can...!

I'm telling you the truth....

THOUGHT: Unknowingly, we can make mistakes without even thinking, they just happen on a normal basis.

#1. WASTING TIME: It's not your fault, everyone does it. We want a job, yet, we waste so much time when we're at home playing on the internet.

#2. PROCRASTINATION: We're always putting things off until the next hour or so, after we're playing around on the internet...Face.....!

#3. TIREDNESS: We're so tired the next day, from staying up all night watching the Late Night Shows such as Jay....!

#4. DISORGANIZED: We're so caught up with not having things laid out and organized on our desk that, bad habits have become our norm.

#5. MISMANAGED: We're so distracted by family problems and gossip from our friends that we don't have our priorities in order.

THRUST! If you want to win in corporate America, you MUST, set aside time and prove DILIGENCE through DISCIPLINE in doing what matters most in your life. Then, everything else will fall-in-place!

I Believe You Can...!

I'm telling you the truth...(MUST READ)

THOUGHT: Some people will be left alone, abandoned, disserted, forsaken and overshadowed by series of events, situations, circumstances and crisis. As a result, (as illustrated below) they will travel in the wrong direction in life and hopelessly ever reaching their goals. Don't allow this to be YOU! (Basic Statistics Class #101)

5 - UNDENIABLE TIPS TO CONSIDER:

No. #1. Get a good or general idea of what you want to do in life. No. #2. Are you qualified, or do you need specialized training?. No. #3. Connect yourself to a close-knitted network of positive people. No. #4. Start rowing yourself in the opposite direction towards your goals. No. #5. Realize that, you are NOT abandoned, someone is waiting to help you.

Don't ever forget this. You can make it, if you try!

I Believe You Can...!

O.k- 1st you are not alone! Second- I can help you with some pointers that will increase your odds. First let me tell you about me- I am a Technical Recruiter with 20 years of exp. who came to this site during my search. The site has been so great- People helping people! Now that I have a position, I formed a group called- Ask a Senior Recruiter anything! You can read my other posts there (I think). I don't ever email people as a group or bug them and don't want money or anything like that- I'm just trying to give back my blessings! So, let's rock and roll! There are several reasons people don't get feedback from their applications- I will cover all i can think of. Sorry if this gets long.

1. Get a cover letter together! Something nice and generic- there are online examples.

2. You are shotgunning your resume everywhere and are seeking quantity over quality. So, this is a tricky one because actually I am not against submitting your resume for a job you totally don't fit. Here's why- because anytime you apply to a position, they store your resume in there resume bank, and down the road they will do a keyword search for a position you may fit. The downside is that you will probably get calls and emails for jobs you don't fit. But that's ok- what you want is activity. Example- I am a remote recruiter who works out of my house. I apply to CareerBuilder for a remote job and CareerBuilder has this cool feature that pops up that allows you to post to 'similar' positions. Sometimes with a click of a button I can then apply to 50 jobs! HOWEVER, a lot of those jobs aren't remote and I end up getting a lot of emails and calls for onsite positions. Oh well- no big deal- it only takes a minute to get off the phone when I tell them I only want remote- HOWEVER, my resume is now in their system! But I can't believe in my heart that that was 50 good applications and be let down if they don't pan out.

3. Follow up! This somewhat ties into the above. Here is the deal- today's online jobs are getting swamped with everything! The good, the bad, and the ugly. To sift through all of this takes time. Help them and you! So, do this- when you apply to a position that you feel is a good fit, always write down the position number (if they have one), send your cover letter/resume, and Google the local number if there is a local office or the Corporate number and write all this down. Call them that day a couple hours later or the next day at the latest- you want to show them you have a sense of urgency. When you call them you will get their front desk person- tell them you were trying to reach HR period- don't say why! If the person who posted their job has their name at the end of the job, even better- ask for them. When you get someone on the phone or have to leave a message, tell them you are responding to the job # 12345 and the name of the position where you had applied to and believe you are a great fit. That you wanted to check with them in regards to their interview availability!! If leaving a message of course leave your number- speak SLOWLY when leaving number and repeat it. For some, this part is a little scary but don't be scared- you are just making a phone call- it's not like they are going to come and arrest you! :)

4. Re-follow up! Make a call list of who you did not reach yesterday and call them today. So, everyday you wake up you know you have people to call. Call them EVERY DAY for at least 2 weeks and maybe 3 before dropping them. LISTEN TO THIS POINT- in 20 years I have never not given someone a job because they followed up too much but I have not given someone a job because they never followed up- it's hectic, I'm busy and sometimes people 'fall through the cracks'- don't be that person!

5. Where should I post my resume and apply? The most effective sites are CareerBuilder, Indeed, Monster, DICE (if you're technical), and LinkedIn and ZipRecruiter (these are the core ones I can think of. However, more is always better if you find others). You should post your cover letter and resume to all of these sites! After you post your resume; make sure you cruise the site at least once a week- and here's why- recruiters can see behind the scenes when you were last active- keeping your resume fresh and on top of the pile. Then start searching for what you want. Always keep in mind the 80% rule- if you are an 80% fit- APPLY! or as recruiters say- 'when in doubt, send it out'!! Then go back to rule #3!

This should increase your odds substantially! Please email me with any questions. Sorry it's so long and any grammar mistakes.

Happy hunting!

Todd Tolford

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I'm telling you the truth...

THOUGHT: Folks, you can easily miss the next flight from London to Paris. Why? Because you won't write down you flight plans or goals. Listen carefully, your goals become the signs, symbols and landmarks on the road map of your life. They provide a distinctive guide that shows where the pitfalls along the way.

5 - POWERFUL UNDENIABLE TIPS TO LIFT YOU HIGHER:

No. #1. Write down your goals on a simple piece of paper. No. #2. Post these notes in three main sections of your home. No. #3. At-a-glance, read those notes on a daily basis without fail. No. #4. Ask yourself, is it possible? Believe the silent voice... yes it is! No. #5. Be the person you want to be, to become the person you ought to be.

LESSONS LEARNED: "If you go to work on your goals, your goals will go to work on you. If you go to work on your plan, your plan will go to work on you. Whatever good things we build end up building us." ~ Jim Rohn

I Believe You Can...!

Key Secret #3 Motivation x Determination = A Powerful Drive.

What is your motivation? What will be your sagging spirits when you need it? Remember to refuel yourself by referring to your goals on a regular basis. These goals are the source of your motivation. When I need a boost, I listen to a tape of one of my favorite motivational speakers, or I listen to inspirational music. I talk to someone else who is enthusiastic, or I read articles or books about super successful people who made it big from scratch.