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Have you set your 2008 goals?

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 15:30:48 GMT

We are into February already and a good time to quickly review your goals and see if you are on track. If you have not set yourself some goals then you still have time to do that. Reflect for a moment and ask yourself the following questions: -Are my goals inspirational? -Do they focus on my priority areas? -Will they help me become a better person? -Will they enable me to get closer to where I want to be long term? If you have not already done so then evaluate all areas of your life. Reflect on your gaps and where would you like to be. Then use this knowledge to write down a few goals. Stretch and push yourself during this exercise. Dont set run-of-the-mill goals. Goal setting does not have to be complicated. Keep it simple and that way you will be able to achieve them.

10 Steps to a Great Performance Review

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 15:27:46 GMT

The long awaited performance review eBook has just been launched. This eBook will help you get a great performance review. A step by step guide to show you how to understand the performance review system in your company and use it to your advantage to ace your performance review. Get this eBook now at 50 discount + five FREE bonus offers for a limited time only!

Great Performance Review eBook

Sat, 26 Jan 2008 16:10:24 GMT

Do you want to have a great performance review?...read the eBook and find out how

Get 5 Free eZines and enjoy your holidays

Wed, 26 Dec 2007 15:07:01 GMT

By now you should have completed your performance review. Hope it was a good one and your preparation paid off. Take a moment to jot down what you learnt during the year and what you will do more of and less of in 2008. Thank you for visiting this site. I hope 2007 has been a successful year for you and you will find some time to rest, relax and rejuvinate during the holiday season in preparation for a more fulfilling 2008. Finally, click below to subscribe to 5 Free eZines from the greatest minds on leadership. I read them every week and can guarantee they will boost your career in 2008!

Have you written your performance review?

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 14:52:20 GMT

It's almost year end and if you have not already written your part of the performance review then get it done quickly. This is important if you have to submit your draft review to your manager. Spend some quality time writing your draft. Review and polish it over a day or two. And, don't forget to include your achievements and what you learnt during the year.

What to focus on your year-end review

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 15:37:20 GMT

As you start getting ready for your performance review think about what you want to get out from it? Begin with the end in mind...as Stephen Covey would say it. Do you want to get great feedback on how you performend during the year? Do you want to know your strengths and areas of opportunities? Would you like to get advice from your manager on what you can do to improve yourself? These are all very useful questions to reflect upon...and use the responses to be better prepared for the discussion.

Its performance review time again - are you ready?

Sun, 02 Dec 2007 16:36:39 GMT

With December here it is time that most companies will be going through their annual performance review process. This can be a daunting process but if you prepare and plan then you can come out ahead. Be the first to be notified of the eBook launch - "10 Steps to a Great Performance Review", get a 50 discount and 5 free bonus offers!

Best Career Development Tips and Techniques

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 14:13:31 GMT

Career development techniques that no one tells you in large companies.

Career Reading Resources

Sat, 19 May 2007 09:43:41 GMT

Is your career reading on track?...Books and resources for your career edge

Executive Book Summaries

Sat, 12 May 2007 09:20:09 GMT

Want ideas to advance your career?...try executive book summaries

Language Learning

Sat, 12 May 2007 05:30:00 GMT

Why learning a new language can further enhance your career

Have a Career Question?

Sat, 05 May 2007 07:06:42 GMT

Have a career question? Want a tip?...Then, here is where you will find it quickly...

My secret to building a site

Sat, 05 May 2007 04:17:17 GMT

How Career-Change-Mentor started and how you can create a website that works

360 Performance Review

Tue, 01 May 2007 08:33:22 GMT

About to have a 360 performance review?...then follow these 7 tips to make it work for you

Career Inspiration

Sat, 21 Apr 2007 14:22:37 GMT

Great resources for your career inspiration...Tips to get you inspired

Boost Your Career and Your Life

Sat, 21 Apr 2007 09:56:53 GMT

Daily Inspiration & Powerful Reminders to Boost your Career...FREE

Who is your most influential source for career advice?

Tue, 17 Apr 2007 15:05:20 GMT

A research study I came across today by CIPD stated that 50 percent of HR practitioners in UK cited line managers as the most influential source for career advice. Who is your most influential source for career advice? Once you determine the source make sure you prepare in advance and ask them the right questions.

Acing Your Employee Performance Review

Sun, 25 Feb 2007 16:06:43 GMT

Are you ready for your employee performance review? Six tips and techniques to make the most of it

Are you driving with a map?

Sat, 10 Feb 2007 10:20:50 GMT

It amazes me how often we set out on a journey without much regard for directions on how to get to the final destination. Your career is similar to that. If you don't know where you want to go and who you want to be then how will find your way there? Make sure you spend some time creating your map for your career journey. Happy driving!!

Get motivated to kick some goals

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 14:48:45 GMT

It is time to set some career goals but what happens if you just don't feel like it? Or, you want to put it off for another day? If you are feeling like this then you need to take some motivation pills and get that drive. The extra shot of energy that will make you feel good and inspire you to set challenging goals. Challenge yourself and you will be surprised at what you will be able to deliver!

Simple goals for an effective 2007

Tue, 23 Jan 2007 14:53:23 GMT

A late happy new year to all of you. If you have noticed the first month of this year is almost over. January tends to be "goal setting month" for many. How about you? Have you set your goals for this year? Do they include career goals? And, are they simple and effective? You can read more about this by clicking on the link. Make sure you take time out to review your goals and what you "really" want to achieve in 2007. Have a great year!!

Get Ready for Performance Review

Tue, 05 Dec 2006 03:34:33 GMT

Is it time to get ready for performance review?...Follow these seven quick tips to prepare well

Submit Your Performance Review

Thu, 23 Nov 2006 16:06:45 GMT

Are you ready to submit your performance review?...Wait, read these tips and prepare yourself well before you do that

Write Your Performance Review

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 15:38:52 GMT

Getting ready to write your performance review?...Then, follow these simple steps to create a high quality outcome

Effective Phrases for Performance Appraisals

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 15:23:22 GMT

Writing performance reviews?...Then you must read Effective Phrases for Performance Appraisals

Preparing for Performance Review

Sun, 19 Nov 2006 06:11:58 GMT

Preparing for Performance Review?...Make sure you get to have your say by preparing in advance

Understanding Performance Review

Sat, 18 Nov 2006 03:04:07 GMT

Key to understanding performance review is to first understand your system...know this and you can play to win the game!

Writing Performance Review

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 15:30:57 GMT

Writing performance review and want to make it the best?...Then follow these 10 steps when writing performance review and have a great review!

Performance Review Tip

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 15:24:18 GMT

Want to know the best performance review tip?...Start by defining what you want to get out of it

Visitor Survey

Sat, 11 Nov 2006 16:08:58 GMT

Download Positive Attitude for FREE...by taking a quick 1 minute visitor survey

Follow Your Passion

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 15:24:53 GMT

Do what you love, follow your passion...and how to find it

Ready for Reviews?

Wed, 08 Nov 2006 15:39:57 GMT

The end of year usually means time for performance reviews. Most established companies have some process where managers have to conduct reviews before year-end. As an employee, you should play an active role in this process. Are you getting ready for this? More on this topic to be posted on this site shortly...

Career Dream

Sun, 05 Nov 2006 05:10:01 GMT

Are you going to live your career dream? Or, be a vegetable?

Are you true to yourself?

Thu, 02 Nov 2006 14:07:48 GMT

I had this situation at work this week where my best employee had two job offers - 1) a promotional opportunity in my own department with more pay & benefits and ability to work as an expat in an international location; and 2) a promotional opportunity in another department, lesser benefits compared to the expat postion, but with the ability to stay more close to her family. As a manager I could have forced her to stay. In fact, I developed her so that she could take over from me. Yet, I encouraged her to choose her own calling and be true to herself. Which offer do you think she took? As it turned out, she took the one with the lesser benefits because her family was more important to her. She was true to herself. And, I think she had to be brave to make this decision. I am stuck but happy for her. How many times in life have you faced a similar situation? Where you are trying to please others. Have you been true to yourself lately?