Monthly Archives: November 2009

What Job Seekers Can Learn From Sales Professionals to Secure A Great Job

November 30, 2009 – 11:06 pm

Selling is tough – I can say this as I am all too familiar with it.  Selling requires a sales strategy, tenacity, discipline, a lot of activity, a thick skin and patience.   The sales cycle varies significantly dependent on the product or service you areselling however more often than not (aside from retail sales) it [...]

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Six Figures Talks about Your Career Plan B on Career Success Radio

November 24, 2009 – 11:34 pm

Lost your job? So, what’s Your Career Plan B? Have you recently lost your job? Are you fearful that a ‘change’ is imminent in your workplace? Whatever the reason, it’s crucial to ensure you have a solid career plan in place to ensure you are not left out in the cold if you lose your job. Listen [...]

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Identifying those who are best positioned to assist you in your job search (Part 2)

November 17, 2009 – 11:48 pm

Following on from part one: “Why flying solo is not always the best approach when changing jobs or careers” it is important to be able to identify those people who are both willing and best able to assist you in your job search or career change.  These people fall into a couple of different camps: [...]

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Why flying solo is not always the best approach when changing jobs or careers (Part 1)

November 17, 2009 – 12:46 am

Most of us rate our jobs and careers as a very important part of our lives. This is understandable given it is our source of income, contributes to our sense of self and self worth and provides a major platform for our ongoing learning and development.  While it is us, and us alone who is [...]

By Kelly Magowan | Posted in Career Services & Advice, Executive Career Management & Development, Executive Job Searching, Job Boards & Job Hunting, Job Seeking & Social Media, Searching for the Six Figure Job | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Comments (2)

Vote for Six Figures in the 2009 Online Divas Awards

November 15, 2009 – 10:37 pm

The 2009 Online Divas Awards are now on, celebrating online business women in Australia.  Nominations have taken place amongst a variety of categories from Fashion to Lifestyle to Finance, Professional Services & Technology. As co-founder of the online job site, Six Figures, I am delighted to be nominated in the category of ‘Finance, Professional Services [...]

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Take the EXECUTIVE MONITOR SURVEY & Go Into the Draw to WIN a $3,000 Luxury Gift

November 11, 2009 – 5:50 am

NOTE:  Survey Closes 13th December 2009 Six Figures and Destination Talent invite high income earners (those earning $100K+ package) to participate in this short 5 -8 minute survey, the Executive Career Monitor. In Australia, there is a paucity of information on high-income executives, specifically those earning above 100K annually. Our study aims to provide a [...]

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What To Do When You Hit a Dead End with a Recruiter who has the Job You Want

November 11, 2009 – 1:24 am

Most of us have been there. We have seen a job that we know we are just perfect for. We have done our research and consider ourselves of sound mind and judgement, and so are being realistic in our summation that we are a feasible contender for the job. However, we find that we can get [...]

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La Trobe / GSM – Graduate Certificate in Corporate Responsibility

November 3, 2009 – 3:49 am

Ms Kaoru Curmi Graduate Certificate in Corporate Responsibility “La Trobe was the only university who offered a postgraduate course focused on corporate responsibility – the area of my interest. The course is well structured and suitable for people who work full-time. Theoretical and practical discussions are well balanced.“ Since taking the step in 2008 to [...]

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