http://www.thecoresource.com Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:35:18 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en By Carolyn Campbell, MA. CPPC What I love about the job interview is having a chance to see if my fantasy of the company is true. This time to meet, ask questions and share my ability gives me an invaluable opportunity to see if we are a good fit for each ... http://www.thecoresource.com/why-i-love-job-interviews By Carolyn Campbell, MA., CPPC Salary negotiation is a vital step in the job search process--and so important for your future with the company. Don't take what they offer out of desperation. Better yet, take time to consider what you want & what you're worth. Then, take get ... http://www.thecoresource.com/simple-tips-to-successful-negotiating Carolyn Campbell, MA, CPPC Own your bragging rights! Demonstrate your excellence and expertise. 1. Don’t do this alone! The biggest mistake is to try and capture your value alone. This is not a time to be timid or vague. Get a support team. 2. Create a format that spotlights your strengths. ... http://www.thecoresource.com/7-tips-to-write-a-powerful-resume By Carolyn Campbell, MA., CPPC Now that you’ve been asked in for an interview, take some time to consider these questions. They will help you align your passions and interest with the company’s needs. More importantly, it will provide you an opportunity to solidify your intentions so that you can relax ... http://www.thecoresource.com/148 Carolyn Campbell, MA, CPPC The cover letter is a fabulous way to begin to build a professional relationship with a prospective employer. Your cover letter gives you a great chance to reveal a bit of your personality and emphasize what you can contribute to the organization. Unfortunately, it is ... http://www.thecoresource.com/how-to-write-a-personalized-dynamic-cover-letter SPEAK WITH EASE, PRESENT WITH IMPACT (FREE) JULY 24TH. 5:30 - 7:30 Where: 5727 SW Macadam 5:30--- Meet and greet with other small business owners 6:00-- Seminar with Carolyn Campbell For those you who want to boost your comfort, ease and success speaking in public, join Carolyn Campbell for ... http://www.thecoresource.com/master-the-art-of-the-interview By Carolyn Campbell, MA, CPPC If mission statements are so important, why do people avoid writing them like the plague? To start with, many people get stumped by the 'have it all' factor- thinking if they are everything to all people, they will get more business. Others shy ... http://www.thecoresource.com/create-a-great-missiona-statement-the-easy-way-with-stories Grow Your Business in a “down” economy. By Carolyn Campbell For those of you who are stressing about a dip in the economy consider this: Some of the most enduring businesses were started, and expanded in times of economic downturn. Being a small business owner is a terrifically rewarding experience or ... http://www.thecoresource.com/grow-your-business-in-a-%e2%80%9cdown%e2%80%9d-economy BEYOND NETWORKING--- EXPAND YOUR REACH, ENHANCE YOUR CONNECTIONS Thursday, August 14th: 5:30 - 7:00 Where: CFM Design Group, Tigard OR (contact barbara@cjhurley.com for directions) 5:30 -- social time 6:00 -- Seminar If you are a designer, or if you work with designers, don't miss this special outreach-focused seminar providing ... http://www.thecoresource.com/120 By Carolyn Campbell Have you ever had milk toast? If not, you haven’t missed much. When I was a kid and came down with the flu, my mother would make her special 'treat' of toasted white bread soaked in hot milk with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a pad ... http://www.thecoresource.com/use-compelling-language-just-say-no-to-milquetoast