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The most closely watched but least useful statistic on the state of the economy is the unemployment rate – which can be very misleading on at least two fronts. By Tucker Hart Adams
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The top 10 reasons to job-hunt in December
I'm hearing it again and again: "I'll do that after the holidays." It’s a very bad excuse for job-seekers at the executive level. Here's why.
By John Heckers
If you don’t know where you’re going, any road will do…
The ability to accept and adjust to results that may initially appear unfavorable is essential for anyone, not just those in a leadership role. In the process, you can become open to new ideas and directions.
By Larry Valant
Financial resolutions for 2010
If 2009 reinforced anything, it's that you simply can't predict the future. Wondering where to go as you assess your financial future? Keep these tips in mind. By Scott Sparks
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