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CareerTop 10 Things Not To Say In A Job Interview by Betasms(op): 10:39am On Oct 17, 2014
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There are some things that you should not say during a job interview, regardless of how much you would like to share your opinion with the interviewer. Because there are so many candidates for just about every job opening, saying the wrong thing just makes it easier for the hiring manager to reject your candidacy.
You usually won't get a second chance once you have made a mistake and said something inappropriate or something that will make the interviewer think twice about hiring you. Here's a quick list of what not to verbalize in a job interview.

How much does this job pay?
Don't be the first to bring up salary, if you can help it. Mentioning pay can send the message that all you are after is money, an especially grave sin at the first meeting.
Don't Bad Mouth Your Boss
Prospective employers will likely side with your current or previous supervisor and assume you will be difficult to manage.
Saying I'll have your job when asked where you see yourself five years from now. Displaying confidence is a good thing, but overly cocky statements will not endear you to interviewers.
I hate my job
Perhaps in response to a question like why are you applying for a new position. A better approach is to emphasize why the new position is appealing and, when reflecting on your current job, to emphasize what you have learned and skills you have developed.
You look great.
Avoid any comments that could be interpreted as flirtatious no matter how stunning your interviewer appears.
I'm not aware of any weaknesses when asked to share some shortcomings.
Always be prepared to communicate some weaknesses; just make sure the quality is not central to the job. Sharing a historical weakness that you have worked towards improving can be an effective strategy.
Why have earnings slumped at your company during the past two quarters?
A better angle would be to stay clear of anything sounding negative. Rather, frame your question more neutrally. For example: "In your view what are some of the biggest challenges which your company faces at this juncture"?
Can I work from home or how much vacation would I get?
Save these types of questions until after you have been offered a position or the employer might question your motivation or work ethic.
You'll regret it if you don't hire me, I'm the most qualified.
You can't possibly know this unless you have met and evaluated all the other candidates. Overconfidence is a real turn off to employers.
I don't have any questions for you.
Prepare some questions to ask that build upon your company research or something which your interviewer has shared with you. Another approach is to ask the interviewer a question about their experience with the organization, such as: "What do you enjoy most about working at ABC Company"?

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Romance10 Signs You’re Dating The Wrong Person by Betasms(op): 1:36pm On Oct 15, 2014
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Do you have any exes who were so awful you can’t help wondering, “What the hell was I thinking?” Join the club. If you’d like to make sure you’re with Mr. or Ms. Right, watch out for these 10 signs you’re dating the wrong person.

1. You feel like you have to wear a mask.
If you’re putting on a song-and-dance in an elaborate attempt to impress your partner, you might be dating the wrong person. Your partner should love you as you are. Does it feel like they are trying to mold you into an entirely different person? If so, it might be time to let them go.

2. They think the world revolves around them.
If it seems like your partner is more interested in how you fit in their world than they are with your individual needs, you might be dating the wrong person. Even though you just went to his parents’ house for Thanksgiving last year, he gets upset when you suggest visiting your parents this year. Despite the fact that she knows you haven’t had a night out with the guys in over a month because work’s been so busy, she pitches a fit because you’re not spending time with her. If your partner’s words and actions scream, “ME-ME-ME,” you should find someone who appreciates your needs (and not only theirs).

3. Your friends and family haven’t met them.
If you haven’t introduced your partner to your friends or family despite spending a decent amount of time together, you might be dating the wrong person. Let’s just face it, shall we? There are only a few reasons why you wouldn’t introduce your partner to your friends or family, and none of them are pretty. If you’re so embarrassed by this person that you don’t want to invite them into your social circles, do everyone a favor and pull the plug.

4. They don’t really listen to you.
If your partner is always waiting for their turn to speak, you might be dating the wrong person. They always go off on tangents about their day at work, but never seem interested in yours. They always suggest where they’d like to go, but never seem to care what you think. If your partner does a whole lot of speaking (but never listens), you might want to find someone not so self-centered to share your life with.

5. Hanging out with them drains you.
If spending time with your partner exhausts you, you might be dating the wrong person. Even the best of relationships include the occasional fight, but this should be the exception, not the norm. You should feel happy and alive with your partner, not sad and stuck.

6. You avoid difficult conversations.
If every difficult chat gets swept under the rug, you might be dating the wrong person. Should you bring up things like politics, religion, favorite sexual positions, or your desire to have five children on the first date? Probably not. But as the weeks and months and years go on, it becomes more and more important to have those tough (but necessary) conversations. If you want to have children but your partner doesn’t, you might have a problem. If your religion is a top priority but your partner is anything but a devout follower, you need to have a chat. If there’s something the matter, say so (because no, your partner isn’t a psychic).

7. Your relationship is their one and only interest.
If your partner has no hobbies or interests outside of your relationship, you might be dating the wrong person. Who would want to date a person who isn’t passionate about anything? Tread carefully if your partner has zero life goals, because relationships with a person lacking ambition are anything but fulfilling. And that brings us to…

8. They expect 24/7 companionship.
If your partner is so clingy you want to scream, you might be dating the wrong person. It is unhealthy and unwise to expect a person to be your singular source of happiness. Alone time isn’t merely just something that would be nice to have, but rather a necessity for your mental health.

9. You never feel like you’re “good enough.”
If your partner never has anything nice to say, you might be dating the wrong person. No matter how hard you try, you feel like you can’t do anything right. No matter how much you do, you feel like you always have to prove yourself. No matter how much you love them, you feel like they don’t return the feeling.

10. You can’t imagine a future together without laughing or crying.
If the thought of a life-long commitment makes you want to curl up in a ball and weep, you might be dating the wrong person. I know the thought of being alone might not appeal to you, but staying in a relationship that is destined for failure is as silly as it gets. If you have no future with this person, end the relationship and find someone you can be happy with. Are you dating the right person? I hope this list helps you find out. Leave a comment with any additional signs you think we should be on the look-out for.


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Jokes EtcRe: Answers To Some Stupid Questions Guys Ask. by Betasms(op): 12:54pm On Oct 15, 2014
Tenim47:
I wil continue until blood test.
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Dealin wit doz answers since 18century
loool, u have time oh
Jokes EtcRe: Answers To Some Stupid Questions Guys Ask. by Betasms(op): 12:54pm On Oct 15, 2014
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its not all girls that are looking for husbands
Career3 Tactics For Battling Procastination by Betasms(op): 12:44pm On Oct 15, 2014
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I’m honored that you’re reading this. Even if you’re here because you’re avoiding doing that other thing. You know — the thing that has been on your to-do list for a couple days.
Why don’t I mind being used for procrastination? Well, basically, procrastination is a reward for not doing something unpleasant. Like work. So you’re saying my post is a reward…something pleasant.
Like I said, I’m honored.

But you really do have to get back to work and do those things you think are unpleasant. So give yourself permission to stick with me a little bit longer while I briefly go over some options for taking care of procrastination:

PROCRASTINATE ACTING ON GOOD FEELINGS: Like I said, if negative feelings pop up, we do what makes us feel better and put off what feels unpleasant. So when we feel anxiety or displeasure about a task, we can freeze. Use the time to focus on the long-term gain of not procrastinating. Make that emotion feel like it is happening now. Wait for the anxiety to pass. Then work on the task that needs to get done.

REDUCE DISTRACTIONS: If we manage to work past the urges to procrastinate, there are a ton of distractions that offer attractive choices other than being productive. Improve your chances of working through it by reducing distractions:
-Turn off email, social networks
-Turn off TV & radio
-Find a quiet, isolated place
-Clear your desk

STRENGTHEN THE WILLPOWER MUSCLE: It helps to think of willpower as a muscle. The more you use it, the stronger it becomes. It will become easier to push past the short term gains of procrastination as you exercise willpower.

CONCLUSION
It’s about rewards. Sometimes we seize upon the immediate gains even though we know the importance of other tasks. We have to make ourselves feel better now about those delayed tasks to overcome procrastination.

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Jokes EtcAnswers To Some Stupid Questions Guys Ask. by Betasms(op): 11:54am On Oct 15, 2014
DEAR LADIES: If you are tired of those guys that keep sending you stupid questions, here are some useful on how to answer them.
Question 1. "hey beautiful, what are you busy with?"
Ans. "I am looking for my engagement ring, i lost it."

Question 2: "hey, can we meet?"
Ans: Nope, am 8 months pregnant and i cant meet anyone at this stage.

Question 3: Do you have a boyfriend?
Ans: Yes i do. We have 2 kids and he is a soldier.

Question 4: How are you?
Answer: I am depressed! this HIV is killing me. Do you perhaps know where i can get stronger ARV's?

loool. With this, the guy will surely not disturb you again


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RomanceRe: The Different Levels Of Attractiveness Explained. by Betasms(op): 1:31pm On Oct 14, 2014
Lmao, yes oo, thats another one.
RomanceThe Different Levels Of Attractiveness Explained. by Betasms(op): 1:02pm On Oct 14, 2014
Generally, there is no “one size fits all” category that makes everybody happy. Words like “pretty, beautiful, cute, and sexy” mean different things to me than they do to others, simply because our tastes are different. With that said, the words do bring up different types of women, so I’ll give a quick breakdown of each word as I use them. Lets analyse together;

BEAUTIFUL: If I say a woman is beautiful, I’m referring to a combination of both her personality and her looks. Beautiful women have an inner glow that is hard to ignore. Something about the way they move, talk, laugh, or smile, is intoxicating. It’s mesmerizing to watch a beautiful woman do almost anything, simply because their beauty seems to be present in all their actions.

PRETTY: If I say a woman is pretty, I’m talking strictly about the physical. Pretty women have a different sort of air to them. I usually end up using this word for women who are fully put together in terms of makeup (not mandatory though), jewelry, or the way they’re dressed. When I think of pretty women, it looks like they’re about to hit the runway. These are the kind of women who can walk outside and damn near stop traffic.

CUTE: If I say a woman is cute, I don’t mean like a koala bear. I mean a really attractive woman who might have a few understated features. I got into an argument on Twitter once about the definition of cute and how it was an insult for women to be called cute. I don’t know if that was just a Twitter thing or if that’s a new policy that was installed without my knowledge, but when I call a woman cute, I’m saying “I’m physically attracted to this woman.It is also used for babies and little children.

SEXAY: The spelling itself is emphasized on. A woman being sexay, for me, holds a different meaning. Unlike the previous three definitions, sexiness isn’t really tied to attractiveness. Sexiness is more so based on actions, meaning even women i otherwise think are unattractive can be sexay . If I say a woman is sexay, it’s something she does physically that exudes sex. It could be the way she walks. The way she chews gum. The way she wears her clothes or even her attitude. Sexiness is a factor that stands on its own, meaning, a woman can be beautiful, pretty, or cute, but that doesn’t automatically mean she’s sexy. Sexiness is an entirely different category that has it’s own scale and criteria.

OKAY: A woman who is okay is in-between i.e not fine and not ugly. She is just there. Theres noyhing soooo exceptional about her. She is just like a regular and typical girl.
Ladies!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Which category do you belong to, and Guys, what type of girl do you want for yourself?


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CareerHow Do You Negotiate Salary For A New Job by Betasms(op): 12:05pm On Oct 14, 2014
If you are accepting a new job, You’re in the best position to boost your salary. Why? Because the company has less information on you and you’re not already working for them. You have more leverage.

1. Be Calm
Speak calmly and slowly, not at a nervously quick pace. And push the money discussion off — until after you’ve gotten the offer.
When asked the dreaded salary requirement question, just answer N/A if it’s on a form, or try to put it off till later. Say something like, “I’m confident we both can find a figure that’s fair enough, but for now, I just want to see if there’s a fit on your side and on my side.”

2. Briefcase Technique
The best situation from which to negotiate is one in which you have multiple offers. But if you don’t have multiple offers, you should use the “briefcase technique.” This begins with you asking the hiring manager about his or her top challenges, what worked the previous year, what didn’t, etc.
You must already know the answers to these questions through research. So you say, ’It seems like what you’re telling me are that your top challenges are X, Y and Z. If you don’t mind, I prepared a document on how I would handle these three challenges’. Present the document and this will make the employer or interviewer feel that #300,000 or #400,000 for example is a bargain to get someone so prepared.

3. If They Say No
The hiring manager may come up with statements like, ‘No, we can’t do that,’ we don’t have the budget, ‘This is the standard rate,’...bla bla bla. Sometimes they’ll even act angry, but it’s a total act. So don't buy it.
Hiring managers are quite skilled and you probably have never negotiated more than five times in your life; hiring managers do it almost every day.
Our advice: think carefully about how far you’re willing to push. You also have to be willing to walk away to find another opportunity that will pay you what you deserve.
However, most hiring managers will not let a top talent slip by, so they will want to pay you what you think you deserve. For this reason, you must strive to be so good, they can’t ignore you.
Add yours.

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CareerHow To Impress Your Boss. by Betasms(op): 10:47am On Oct 14, 2014
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We all want to impress our boss. It’s kind of in our genes to try to please the person in authority in our life. We’d like our boss to like us and to consider us when special opportunities or promotions come up. Of course, it’s not just your winning personality that’s going to get you that consideration. So here are five ways to wow your boss at work.

COME EARLY AND LEAVE LATE: Nothing impresses a supervisor or manager more than seeing an employee get into work before them in the morning or stay behind after regular hours. It may be true that in today’s working world extra hours are often par for the course in many occupations, but the boss will be appreciative if they see an employee, especially a new employee, make that extra effort.
It shows commitment to the job and to the organization when someone stays later to finish off a project or arrives a few minutes early to get a quick start on the day. Employers notice this commitment and it seldom goes unrewarded when it comes time for bonuses, special recognition, or promotions.

VOLUNTEER: Volunteering is another good way to get your supervisor to see your dedication and commitment to the organization.
People who volunteer for extra work after they have completed their own or offer to take on a difficult assignment become the go-to guys and girls of the organization.
It doesn’t have to be a lot, and it certainly doesn’t have to be all the time, but sticking your hand up every so often will bring a lot of benefits.
These include a smile on your boss’s face and often much more than your well-deserved pat on the back. Volunteers create their own buzz at work, and managers and employers love people who volunteer.

TAKE RESPONSIBILITY: When things go wrong at work, many people just duck under their desks and pretend that nothing happened. Or that they had nothing to do with whatever bad thing just occurred.
If you want to get noticed in a positive way by your boss or supervisor, the next time there’s a screw-up, speak up. Take your own share of the problem that has been created, acknowledge your part, and whatever else you do, don’t blame anybody else!
Even if it was almost all a certain person’s fault, it is not your job to lay blame or finger the culprit. This will only make you look weak and ineffective in front of your manager. You can talk to the other person later, but don’t publicly name them or their mistake.

FIX YOUR OWN MISTAKES: Speaking of mistakes, there is nothing that will make a boss glow like an employee who can fix their own mistakes. The first time you make a mistake you will almost certainly have to ask for help.
That is after all how we learn. But by the second or third mistake your boss would really like you to figure it out and fix it on your own. Once you master that you can work on not making the mistake ever again.
That will really wow your boss. Because that will mean that you are finally acting like an adult in the workplace, not only cleaning up your own messes, but making fewer of them as you learn and grow at work.

ASK FOR AND LISTEN FOR FEEDBACK: Some employees say that they’d like feedback on their performance at work, when in reality all they want to is to hear their boss say that they’re doing a good job.
That’s nice when it’s true, but from an employer’s perspective, they want employees to continuously improve at work, both in performance and productivity. The way to improve is to practice and to be coached in order to hone our strengths and improve on our weaknesses.
If you really want to wow your boss, then start paying attention when they give you advice and guidance, and go even further by asking for feedback.
If you listen to their suggestions and actually implement some of them in your work you will not only impress your superiors, you will be moving solidly into wow territory.

We all have different ways that have helped us impress our supervisors. What has worked for you? Please share in the comments.

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Family5 Tricks To Motivate Your Child To Learn Better by Betasms(op): 10:41am On Oct 14, 2014
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Motivation is a crucial thing. With motivation we can achieve anything in life. While adults can easily overcome lack of motivation, children have great difficulty in getting inspired. You kid comes home with constant C’s when you know he’s able to get A’s. Your concerns are understandable; you want to provide your child with a good future, which means higher education and well-paid job. However, your child is about laziness, irresponsibility and no interest in studying.On the other hand, children usually are motivated by completely other things. Have you noticed your son’s excited eyes when it comes to electronics or how enthusiastic your daughter is about drawing? The point is that kids should make progress in all the subjects in order to pass their final exams successfully. Take a look at my tips on how you can motivate your child to learn better. They do work!

1. Establish a friendly and open relationship with your child
Parents should be the most influential people for their kids. Unfortunately, many parents use threats, punishment and manipulations in order to gain authority over their children. But these methods will surely lead you to nowhere and only spoil your relationship. No matter how angry or frustrated you are, you cannot display these emotions. Try to understand that your child is not a good-for-nothing and he doesn’t do it on purpose just in order to make you crazy. Always strive for an open dialogue with your kid. Ask questions and talk about his subjects. Trusted conversation means your kid can share his thoughts with you without the fear of being criticized and punished. Children are often curious about things and they can be easily motivated when they understand that something makes sense or is important.
2. Incorporate games into studying
This trick is of ultimate importance for little kids. They get tired much quicker and it’s often difficult for them to stay concentrated on a certain task for more than 10-15 minutes. That’s why you should think up how you can divert your child’s studying. Try to stock up on bright and catchy study gear. A couple of notebooks with cartoon characters and colorful pens won’t distract your child but provide a good relaxation from time to time. Practice a dramatic reading with your child. This is the easiest way to get your child involved into the story and make him love literature. Another way to incorporate games into the process of studying is drawing and PowerPoint presentations. You must have heard that visualization promotes memorizing and concentration. Little kids accept information easier when they see it, thus you should use illustrations as much as possible. Various kinds of learning styles entertain the process of study and reinforce the desire to learn something new.
3) Focus on strong points
It’s difficult to be perfect in everything even for adults, not to mention children. Thus it would be much smarter to focus on your child’s strength and encourage his talents. Albert Einstein once said bright words about studying, “Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”If your child is good at math, chances are he will become a first-class specialist in this field. Being a good doctor is not about high grades in literature as well. On the other hand, you cannot tolerate bad marks in other disciplines. While concentrating on his favorite subjects, your child should also work at other disciplines. Try not to reproach your kid for his failures and low points.
4) Appreciate your child’s achievements
This tip is really disputed since many specialists believe that rewards are a false motivation and chances are the child will work for the sake of the prize only; others claim that material prizes or privileges are important and useful. Anyway, adults don’t go to their jobs because of the mere satisfaction either. We know that we get a paycheck and it’s a good motivation for us. If you child realizes that studying is important itself it is perfect, but some additional rewards will only help him to do better at school. I would recommend taking a middle ground. Every now and then you can give your child an extra hour of playing computer games, but other times you should praise him with your words or smile or just give the thumbs up.
5) Scrutinize your kid’s personality
Different children require different approaches, that’s why don’t get disappointed if a certain motivational technique worked with your older kid but it fails with your smaller one. Be attentive and watch every detail about your child’s character and temperament. For instance, introverts and extroverts need absolutely opposite approaches. Extroverted kids will feel comfortable about active games, quick change of activity and noisy siblings nearby, while introverted kids will find it impossible to concentrate unless they are given a quite working place and slow pace.
You should also pay attention to the period when your child is the most energetic and cheerful. Don’t compel you kid to do his homework once he gets home. Most probably the kid needs an hour or two of rest or sleep.

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RomanceRe: Reasons Why Regular Guys Should Learn How To Cook. by Betasms(op): 4:04pm On Oct 10, 2014
Thats nice, please girls are helpers not cooks and nannies.
RomanceRe: Reasons Why Regular Guys Should Learn How To Cook. by Betasms(op): 3:45pm On Oct 10, 2014
As a dude, you should be able to do anything asin anything, so all of you should go and learn oo.
CareerRe: "We're Dating"..what Does It Really Mean? by Betasms(op): 3:38pm On Oct 10, 2014
Lool, are you for real, okay so what does your own dating entail?
RomanceRe: Reasons Why Regular Guys Should Learn How To Cook. by Betasms(op): 3:32pm On Oct 10, 2014
Nawa oo, its cooking we are taking about oo. tongue
CareerRe: After Getting A First Degree, What's Next? by Betasms(op): 2:02pm On Oct 10, 2014
ok thank you
HealthPractice Safe Text by Betasms(op): 1:09pm On Oct 10, 2014
Ain’t no survivin’ textin’ in drivin’
Arrive alive, don’t text and drive.
Be careful, safety has no quitting time.
Don’t Drive inTEXTicated.
Don’t tempt fate that text can wait.
Don’t text yourself to death.
Friends don’t let friends text and drive.
Help saves lives, don’t text and drive.
Honk if you love Jesus. Text and Drive if you want to meet him.
If you want to survive, don’t text and drive.
If you want to talk later. Stop texting while driving.
It takes 3 seconds to view a text, and for a child to step into the road.
Just because you have a smart phone it doesn’t mean it’s smart to text and drive.
Let the message wait . . . control your fate.
Life is short…don’t make it shorter by texting and driving.
Make your car a no phone zone.
No Text is Worth a Death.
Please don’t kill my family today, hang up the phone and put it away.
Save a life. Don’t text and drive.
Stay Alive, Don’t Text & Drive.
Stop the Texts and Stop the wrecks!
Textin and drivin equals cryin and dyin.
Texting and driving – There are stupider things, but it’s a very short list.
Texting and Driving don’t mix.
Texting and driving, Slim chance of surviving.
Texting and Driving: A Grave Mistake.
Texting isn’t so cool if the crash makes you drool.
That text isn’t going anywhere, but your car is.
Think texting and driving is NBD?
Put the phone done before you kill us both.
My life is more important than your text.

Practice Safe text. The next text could be your last
Dont text and Drive

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RomanceRe: Dating A Friends Ex -- Off Limits Or Just A Matter Of Time? by Betasms(op): 12:43pm On Oct 10, 2014
Why is it off limits, i know if the friend asin the ex is still hung up on the guy it can ruin your frienship,but what if thats actually meanto be your life partner will you now let go of everything cause its your friends ex?
Christianity EtcRe: Muslims Are More Devoted When Praying Than Christians. by Betasms(op): 12:39pm On Oct 10, 2014
Are you for real, i have never thought of them like that.
RomanceRe: Reasons Why Regular Guys Should Learn How To Cook. by Betasms(op): 12:02pm On Oct 10, 2014
Lool, he should just make sure he knows how to do every single thing, thats what makes him a man.
CareerAfter Getting A First Degree, What's Next? by Betasms(op): 12:00pm On Oct 10, 2014
I have a BSc already and i just finished my NYSC, am i well equipped for the labour market or should i continue studying? Please i need your advice.
CareerHow To Succeed At A Job Interview. by Betasms(op): 11:38am On Oct 10, 2014
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When confronted with the scrutiny of selection interviews, many of us feel threatened, embarrassed, uptight, overwhelmed by emotion and totally uncomfortable. It’s not easy to accept a perfect stranger dig intrusively in the world of your experience, aspirations and dreams, even if it’s meant to be just a neuter discussion about career issues.
However, it’s good to know that butterflies in the stomach are not a pre-requisite to a hiring interview. Here are some tips & tricks to avoid recruitment traps and turn a ghastly encounter in a friendly chat.

SHOW POSITIVITY AND DRIVE: Enthusiasm, optimism and motivation to join the team are the catalyst for the interviewer to shape a strongly positive opinion upfront. A jovial sense of humor is also welcome, because laughter is an effective ice-breaker that brings people closer and creates a sense of complicity and shared togetherness. Nonetheless, don’t overdo it and stick to benign humor: Don’t crack jokes at the expense of others, avoid irony, sarcasm or long satirical anecdotes that divert from the objective of the meeting.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK BEFORE THE INTERVIEW: A selection interview FAQ is “What do you know about us?” The successful candidate must prove that he/she is reasonably informed about the organization and the targeted position. Be sure to gather relevant info beforehand,
Google down the company facts & figures, find out about the number of employees, main locations and headquarters, branches of activity, stock exchange value, profitability, turnover and forecast. It’s always useful to visit a forum about employees’ rating of the company. Refrain from gossip, rumors, controversies, criticizing former employers and other delicate subjects that tend to generate resentment and defensiveness.

ADD A NAME TO THE FACE: Inquire beforehand about the name and position of your recruiter. When you schedule the appointment, usually during the phone conversation, make sure to ask for contact details for the assessor you are going to meet: their department, and whether they are a manager or a specialist. Of course, you won’t either need or gain access to the abridged biography; still some background data can help you anticipate the direction of the discussion and the standing point at stake for your partner. For instance, when interviewed for an HR specialist position by a training manager, you will focus more on, say, soft skills, while when you meet a payroll manager, probably the dialogue will evolve in a stricter manner, on topics such as fiscal or legal issues.

ANSWER IN FULL SENTENCES: Pay attention to phrasing and coherence of speech when you express your opinions. Avoid monosyllabic answers, especially starting phrases with “no”. Be aware of the fact that, however shallow it may seem, what you say is sometimes less important than how you say it, in terms of message impact. When accurately modulated, not too loud nor too whispery, your voice is your brand, so use it wisely.

BE PROUD OF YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS, AWARE OF YOUR SHORTCOMINGS: Be ready to give an example of achievement, as well as one when you failed to rise up to your own or the others’ expectations. Be sincere and promote your talent and interests without fake modesty. This is often discarded as either manipulation attempt, or under-rated self-esteem. When you acknowledge your vulnerabilities, you are one step closer to overcoming and converting them in strengths.

ASK FOR FEEDBACK: You may ask for a debriefing feedback at the end of the interview, by restating the value of the interview as a learning experience. No matter how poorly or brilliantly you think you did, the interviewer must be available to state his / her perception and arguments on the spot. This off-the-record feedback will clear the air and prepare you for the official conclusion you will receive later on.

REMAIN TIME AND SPACE ORIENTED: If you are late or lost, this can be interpreted as absent-mindedness, unreliability or sheer disinterest. So make sure you have the necessary directions and the exact address (with landmarks) noted down. Be prepared for the worst-case scenario where you get lost, and have a back-up. Moreover, do your best to arrive on time. Leave 10-15 minutes as precaution buffer for unpredictable cases (weather conditions, traffic, other incidents) and call the company to announce if you anticipate even a slight delay.

GREET THE PERSON BEHIND THE SUIT: Start the interview with a cordial smile and a firm handshake. Think about the interview as a genuine discussion between two or more people (in the case of panel evaluations). This will be the perfect beginning for a dialogue between two strangers who turn into partners in a non-aggression treaty.

[b]WARD OFF STEREOTYPE EXPRESSIONS[/b]Be on the lookout for these speech-parasites that may jeopardize the assessment for even the most promising applicant. The interviewer will have a hard time dealing with ready-made answers learnt by heart or with inadequately repeated words or phrases. Compulsive gestures and noises like scratching, panting, and crunching will most likely cause your evaluation to plummet. In some cases, a little censorship pays off.
All this practical advice might seem a lot to handle, in terms of framework for a real-life dialogue, but it helps when you select what fits best to your own situation and personality. Above all, when faced with the career opportunity of a lifetime, keep in mind your most valuable assets: spontaneity and authenticity.

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Christianity EtcMuslims Are More Devoted When Praying Than Christians. by Betasms(op): 11:03am On Oct 10, 2014
Christians can be hot today, warm tomorrow and cold the next day. Muslims dont get distracted easily and you can tell someone is a muslim just by looking at that person.
When praise, worship or prayer is going on, christians go out to recieve calls or if its a deliverance service for instance, people in the church are usually focusing on those that have demons in them instead of trying to connect with God while muslims on the otherhand when on their mats praying, nothing in the world can distract them or try to get their attention.
RomanceReasons Why Regular Guys Should Learn How To Cook. by Betasms(op): 10:46am On Oct 10, 2014
1. Chicks dig it
There isn’t a woman alive immune to a man who can make her a delicious meal. Step up to the plate boys, we’re begging you. grin

2. Life skills are manly
You can fix your car, hunt wild animals and build a camp fire. Shouldn’t you know how to feed your tummy?

3. You’ll save money
Though there’s a good chance you’re single if you never learned to cook (see point #1), a home cooked meal is a much cheaper date night (or singles night) than dinner for two at Fancy restaurants.

4. It’s faster than going out
Fancy date meals aside, cooking at home is almost always faster than going out—so long as you know what you’re doing. Once you have a few basic skills down, you can stop wasting your time in fast food spots simply because you don’t know what else to eat.
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CareerRe: How To Challenge Your Boss And Be Loved For It. by Betasms(op): 8:52am On Oct 09, 2014
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lol...good one. a friend of mine was fired for challenging his boss. and he did it in a polite a way oh
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CareerRe: How To Challenge Your Boss And Be Loved For It. by Betasms(op): 4:39pm On Oct 08, 2014
lol...good one. a friend of mine was fired for challenging his boss. and he did it in a polite a way oh
RomanceDating A Friends Ex -- Off Limits Or Just A Matter Of Time? by Betasms(op): 1:43pm On Oct 08, 2014
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He's single and looking right now, and lately he's been talking to a girl we know. The only problem is that she used to date a good friend of ours. They broke up about 6 months ago but my friend really wants to take her out.

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CareerDating A Friends Ex -- Off Limits Or Just A Matter Of Time? by Betasms(op): 1:22pm On Oct 08, 2014
I was talkin to a buddy of mine yesterday and he was asking some advice on a little predicament of his. I figured this was the perfect place to ask it, so here it goes...

He's single and looking right now, and lately he's been talking to a girl we know. The only problem is that she used to date a good friend of ours. They broke up about 6 months ago but my friend really wants to take her out.

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Career"We're Dating"..what Does It Really Mean? by Betasms(op): 1:06pm On Oct 08, 2014
I've always wondered this. I feel like the term "dating" is very ambiguous and it seems like there is a lot of different views on this. When two people say "we're dating" what exactly does that mean? What are the rules? What are the dos and donts? Can you see other people? if not then why not just call it a relationship? Guys, Girls, what are your thoughts?

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CareerHow To Challenge Your Boss And Be Loved For It. by Betasms(op): 12:29pm On Oct 08, 2014
You haven’t agreed with the recent decisions of someone you work with, but said nothing. You have some great ideas you’d like to share with him, but haven’t. You just don’t feel comfortable speaking your mind.

Why? He’s your boss.

While your hesitation to not “rock the boat” is natural, your silence could create problems. First, you were hired to make valuable contributions to the organisation. If you’re only willing to be a “Yes Person” — and accept the status quo or poor decision-making — you’re neither doing your job well nor helping the company to succeed. Most senior executives are looking for employees to speak up, as lack of new ideas is often a barrier to innovation in their companies.

Also, your unwillingness to articulate concerns or ideas could hinder your career path. Your manager may be looking for you to challenge him on occasion, and you’re not seeing it. And even if it’s true your boss would prefer you go along with every decision he makes, others around you (and above him) may wonder why you always choose to keep quiet. You therefore risk being perceived as someone who lacks leadership qualities and is easily dismissed.

In summary, silence is not always golden. So, are you ready to speak up? Here’s some advice to help ensure your boss will listen to your feedback and ideas with a positive ear:

DEVELOP TRUST; A key aspect to developing a healthy employee-boss relationship is trust. This works both ways. You will earn trust and respect from your boss if you keep to your project deadlines, are a reliable member of the work team, and are prepared to go that extra mile.
Regard your boss as a fellow human being with feelings, and not as the ‘enemy’.

PREPARE YOURSELF; Preparation builds a stronger case. Don’t just present a list of problems to your boss. Be ready to offer solutions, and explain why those ideas could be better options. An example: “I know we have been using XYZ accounting software for years, but I think ABC software could help us work more efficiently. Here’s what my research shows …”

AVOID TRIVIAL MATTERS AND GAIN RESPECT; Do not approach your boss with trivial matters. He is most likely a very busy man that will feel that you should iron out these issues by yourself. Running to your boss with the slightest of problems will also lead to a lower regard towards you and the notion that you lack drive, independence and initiative.

EXERCISE TACT; Sometimes it reaches the crunch point, whereby you know that you need to speak out. If done correctly you will not only keep your job, but also, possibly, earn some extra respect from your boss.
It’s essential that you exercise tact and adopt an appropriate tone of voice. Someone that is too simpering will be readily dismissed just as will one that comes across as arrogant. Be firm and sure of yourself.
In some situations, it might be that your boss has made a mistake. Don’t embarrass him in front of others, and don’t make demands. The right way to deal with this would be to show sensitivity towards his feelings and try to have a casual chat with him in a private setting about the matter in hand.

TIMING IS CRUCIAL; Some bosses have a confrontational nature, and don’t take kindly to what they regard as a criticism or a challenge to ‘their’ authority. It’s important to exercise a good judgement of appropriate timing for that all-important challenge with your boss.
If you ‘catch’ your boss at a bad moment, such as when his schedule is fully booked up or is clearly in a bad mood, then wait until a more suitable opportunity arises.
In a very busy working environment, it may be worthwhile scheduling a meeting with your boss in advance. This also prepares him for the idea of something new, rather than being taken by surprise.

RESEARCH YOUR IDEAS THOROUGHLY; When preparing for a confrontation with your boss, remember to do your homework! This involves considering every aspect that you can possibly think of, and ensuring that there are no apparent flaws in your ideas.
Consider what type of questions might be asked of you, and mentally prepare for your answers. Back up your ideas with several sources of evidence, facts, and figures.

BE SENSITIVE; Remember that your boss will be more accommodating when he realizes that you are not attempting to threaten his position or authority.
Make it clear to him that you will not press this matter any further if it does not succeed within a reasonable and realistic deadline.

YOUR DUTY; For those that find specific situations within their work environment unacceptable to the point that they are considering handing in their notice, you have a duty to yourself and other employees to speak out.
If your boss doesn’t listen – well, at least you know that you attempted to resolve matters.

UNDERSTAND THE ISSUE; Keep a clear head, be rational, professional, and have a good understanding of what it is you’re challenging.
There is nothing worse than an opinionated employee who has clearly misunderstood the issues at hand. Do not allow the situation to become a heated argument.

COMPLIMENT YOUR BOSS; From the outset, be friendly towards your boss. Pay him a few compliments about something that he has done that you appreciate.
Relax and reassure him, so that he understands that your intentions are well meaning.

KNOW WHEN TO BACK DOWN; When fresh ideas are being taken on board, a company grows and evolves with the times. Remember, there are a time and a place for everything. Once you have made your challenge, it’s essential to back down and respect your boss’s final decision on the matter – unless you come up with further evidence for your cause.
If you fail to do this, you risk the chance of creating dissent within the work environment. It is reasonable and responsible to support your boss in order to create a sense of unity, and a harmonious atmosphere.

LISTEN; There might be aspects of your cause that you haven’t considered. When making your challenge, be prepared to listen to your boss’s reasoning, explanations and logic too.
Remember that your challenge is not about winning a ‘fight’ but about negotiating and understanding. Do not be overly defensive nor on the attack – exercise diplomacy.
While remaining true to your disagreement, it’s a good move to agree with your boss’s valid points, and this will further your own cause. Your boss will appreciate that you are a reasonable person, rather than an upstart.

BE WILLING TO COMPROMISE; It’s important to walk away from your challenge and feel that you have accomplished something as opposed to being manipulated by the boss into backing down.
You may need to be willing to come to a compromise in order to reach an agreement that is acceptable to you and in the company’s best interests as a whole and not just a benefit to those with accounting jobs in the finance department!

SUCCESS; If you are able to challenge your boss successfully without gloating, he will feel more comfortable to approach you for feedback and further ideas. Your future opinions will be highly valued, and you might discover that your boss will go out of his way to seek you out specifically.
A sign of trust and respect from your boss will also help to further your career prospects, and he may be more inclined to recommend you highly for future jobs. This is a positive sign of a healthy relationship between the boss and his employee.

TRYING IS EVERYTHING; Of course, no matter how well you prepare, there’s always a chance your input will not be well received, or acted upon, by your supervisor. But that’s a risk you must take if you want to have an impact at your firm and fulfill the expectations of those who hired you.

How do you challenge your boss? Share your tips in the comment section!

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