The New Career Success Resource Center

No matter your age, you've probably been hit by the economic downturn, as unemployment has skyrocketed, costs of education have risen, and it's just a tough slog finding a job, particularly if you've been laid off, or just entering the job market.

The economy is squeezing everyone on the job market, young and old, and while it's great to be optimistic, there's no turnaround coming soon.

In 2011 we re-dedicated this site to help you with every aspect of creating a successful career, whether it's writing a resume, preparing for an interview, upgrading skills through education and training... the whole ball of wax.

It's all free. And we hope you find it useful reading.

Note: All links to articles are hand reviewed by human beings, and all material should be available without fee or registration. We do not accept submissions. Articles are displayed in groups Make sure you check out all the articles in your favorite category by clicking on the "next" link at the bottom of each listing page.

Career Success Learning Resources Categories:

Adult Education - Learning (24) new
Lifelong learning, and adult education are essential for both personal and career growth. Material here is relevent to both those teaching adults, or adults interesed in continuous learning. Also of interest to companies supporting learning at work.

Anger Management (33)
Job and career success requires certain personal skills -- self management skills and anger management and control is important. High anger levels, and displaying anger on the job makes it almost impossible to succeed in your career. Here are a number of resources to help with controlling anger and anger management. (Suggested Books)

Bacal And Associates Product Listings (15)
Examine and browse our many helpcards and books for manager, HR pros, communication specialists. Instant delivery via the Internet

Bullying and Verbal Abuse (22)
Bullying and verbal abuse at work are disturbing for everyone, and of course, the target. Here, you'll find help to understand the issues of bullying and verbal abuse in the workplace. (Books)

Business Ethics (18)
Business ethics and ethical management are no longer subjects for professors and philosophers. Ethics (as applied to the real business world) is a very practical subject in business, and the consequences of unethical behavior are clearer since Enron and Martha Stewart. Here are resources on the topic to help you understand the issues. (Recommended Books)

By Robert Bacal (26)
Articles by your web host, and international writer/author, Robert Bacal

Career Development (12) new
Get help with various career decisions - choosing the right career, developing the skills to succeed in your career and related career topics.

Career Fit (5) new
The term "Career Fit" refers to how suitable you might be for a specific job. While all jobs require skills and knowledge, even if you have the requirements, you might not be happy in that position if you aren't suited to it. Career fit is about the "fit".

Change Management (32)
Articles about all aspects of implementing/dealing with work change (Suggested Books)

Changing Careers (0)
Research shows that most people will change jobs and careers a number of times in their lives. Here's some help for dealing with career changes whether you choose to change, or whether the changes are imposed on you.

Checklists Tools For Job and Career Success (10) new
Want some quick help in your job search, resume writing, interviewing, or preparation for your career? Here are some free checklists related to career success.

Choosing A College Major (0)
Often young people have to choose a college major before they have a good feel for what they want their careers to look like. Here's some advice and tips to help you choose your educational options.

Choosing A University Or College (0)
The choice of where to go to university is a critical one in terms of your career future. Here's some tips, advice and help with the process of identifying possible educational institution to attend.

Coaching (14)
Articles on the coaching process, for all levels including executive coaching.

Communication (51) new
For articles related to communication, listening, getting along with others (Non-Verbal Communication) (Delivering Bad News) (Interpersonal Communication) (Business Communication) (Listening)

Competitive Intelligence (10)
Articles on issues related to the application of individual and corporate intelligence to improve company competitiveness.

Conflict (32) new
Articles related to all aspects of conflict and conflict management including mediation and ADR (Suggested Books) (Mediation ADR)

Consulting (26)
Free Articles on the business and practice of consulting in various fields. (Business Of Consulting) (Suggested Books) (Consulting Skills)

Creativity And Innovation (23)
Find articles on the creative process, how the creative process works, its value, how to maximize it personally and for business. Also articles about innovation.

Critical Thinking (13) new
Critical thinking is a fundamental career skill these days, where we are overwhelmed with information, and have to decide what is accurate, and what is not. Simply, people with critical thinking skills are more valuable to an employer than those who lack those skills. This section is about thinking critically.

Customer Service (36)
Free articles on all aspects of providing great customer service (Suggested Books) (Call Centers)

Decision Making (33)
Improve your decision making from these articles that explain various decision making models and techniques, such as SWOT, decision trees and more.

Difficult People (9)
Articles related to dealing with difficult people, customers, bosses, coworkers (Suggested Books)

Diversity Issues (40)
Articles re: diversity, multiculturalism and gender issues. (Suggested Books) (Doing Business Abroad)

Downsizing And Layoffs (19)
Articles about the process of downsizing, it's effect, research and related material

E-Commerce (18)
Articles on all aspects of E-commerce and the new electronic economy (Merchant Accounts) (Fulfillment)

Emotional Intelligence (7)
Free articles and papers related to Emotional Intelligence, Goleman, and others.

Executive Job Searches (3) new
People looking for executive level positions face some different challenges than those at lower organizational levels. In this section we'll look at the differences, and challenges when the executive goes job hunting.

Experienced Job Seekers (0)
More experienced job seekers tend to be older and have more family responsibilities, so their job searches can be different. In this section, we'll cover job search topics for the more experienced.

Facilitation (8)
Articles about the faciliating process in groups and dyads and about facilitators

First Time Job Seekers (0)
You're new to the job market, perhaps coming from a college or university, or have decided to work directly from high school. Where do you start? What do you need to know about jobs, careers, and how to get or develop one? That's what is in this section.

Human Resources (43)
Articles, tools and forms pertaining to the human resources function (Labor Law) (Compensation) (Forms And Tools) (Orientation) (Interviewing) (Hiring Help) (Benefits)

Humor Lightening Up (8)
Everyone needs a break from the stresses of work. Find articles and humor pieces that are clean and funny and not at the expense of anyone. Lots of language use related humor.

Inspirational Tips Hints Stories (6)
For articles that inspire or motivate about personal growth, overcoming adversity, and related.

Job - Asking For A Raise (3) new
Always a touchy subject for both the timid and more aggressive, there's a fair number of tips and techniques you should apply before meeting to talk about a salary increase, and during the meeting.

Job Hunting And Career Success (27) new
For articles related to finding a job, resumes, interviewing, getting the job you want and career planning and development

Jobs - After A Job Loss (3)
Losing a job is one of the most stressful things anyone can face, and whether it's downsizing, quitting or getting fired, it happens to most. Learn to manage you life after job loss from these job related resources.

Jobs - Interviewing Skills (3) new
How well you perform in job interviews will determine whether you get the job you want. Here's extensive information about how to prepare for interviews, and interviewing skills.

Jobs - Letters of Recommendation and References (16)
Letters of recommendation are important in getting the job you want. Here you'll find hints and tips about using job references and getting letters.

Jobs - Networking To Find A Job (3)
Some people claim it's now what you know but who you know. Networking can play an important part in your job search. Learn how from these networking resources.

Jobs - Resume Writing (13) new
Learn how to write resumes that will help you get the job you want and deserve. Free resume writing hints and tips, and some examples. (Executive Positions) (Customer Service Jobs)

Jobs - Salary and Benefits Negotiation (5) new
So, you have a job offer. Now it's time to negotiate salary and benefits. Here you will find important help to guide you through the salary negotiation process.

Jobs - Starting A New Job (20) new
You got the job. Now you want to start your new job off on the right foot. Learn how to set the stage for success in your new job.

Jobs - Writing Great Cover Letters (11) new
Your initial contact with an employer comes from you resume and your covering letter. Find hints and tips for creating effective readable job cover letters.

Knowledge Management (29)
Articles on the new field/process of knowledge management in an era of information overload

Leadership (35)
Articles about leadership in various contexts, including situational leadership (Suggested Books)

Learning Organizations (14)
Find out more about what constitutes a learning organization, various characteristics of learning organizations and the leading LO gurus.

LinkedIn and Your Career (7) new
LinkedIn has become an important tool for job hunters which is why we've included it. In this section, you'll find information to help you improve your career, network, and get and keep the job you want.

Management (22)
Articles related to all aspects of management (Suggested Books)

Management Gurus and Heros (19)
Learn about the famous names and leading heros in management. Find articles and biographical information indexed by name, and articles written by these management gurus. (Argyris Chris) (Herzberg Frederick) (Mintzberg Henry) (Peters Tom)

Meeting Management (14)
Free articles on meeting management and getting the most out of meetings

Motivation (17)
Articles about employee motivation, recognition (Suggested Books)

Negotiating And Negotiation (25)
For articles about the negotiating process, between individuals or companies. Learn new negotiating skills

Networking and Your Career (4) new
It used to be that networking was an important part of career success and job hunting, but now, with social media, it's even more important. Learn about why you need to network, both off and online, and what you should do even if you are uncomfortable with the "networking" idea.

One Person Businesses (18)
Articles on one person business, startups, success stories, tips and must knows for the one person business owner

Organizational Development (15)
For articles related to the theory and practice of organizational development (OD)

Performance Management (47)
Learn about the various methods to manage performance, and get hints and tips about how to conduct performance management and appraisal. (360) (Rewards) (Forms Letters) (Balanced Scorecard) (Discussion Lists) (Practice) (Suggested Books) (Employee Ranking)

Personality And Learning Styles (14)
Free articles on personality and learning styles, including MBTI, (Myers-Briggs), Disc, Enneagram, etc. Also research (Enneagram) (MBTI)

Problem Solving Skills and Techniques (20)
Improve problem solving skills by reading these free articles about problem solving techniques, tools, and problem-oriented thinking. From defining the real problem to success in fixing.

Project Management (8)
Free articles on all aspects of project management

Promotions - Getting A Promotion (3) new
Getting promoted is something most people want, and for various reasons - higher salary, more interesting job, and being recognized. In this section, advice and tips on how to increase your chances of getting promoted.

Psychology and Learning Theories (8)
Need basic information about the range of psychological and learning theories form the past and present? These articles and summaries explain the basics of major theories in psychology.

Public Speaking (31)
Improve your public speaking ability from high quality tips and suggestions to write and deliver better presentations and speeches.

Researching Careers (1) new
Where do you find information about specific careers you might be considering? Qualifications, aptitudes, educational requirements? Here's help on learning more about possible careers.

Sexual Harrassment (15)
Find free help, tips and suggestions for dealing with sexual harrassment. Learn the law, corporate and Human resource responsibility, and what to do if you think you have been a victim.

Small Business (26)
For articles related to small business, self-employment, entrepreneurship. (Startups) (Taxes and Law) (Business Planning) (Financing)

Social Media and Your Career (2) new
Love it or hate it social media is here, and while you don't have to use it day and not, it's a good idea to get comfortable enough with it so you can use it for job searches, and create more visibility for you so you can reach your career goals.

Strategic Planning (16)
Help with all aspects of the planning process from role and mission to implementation (Suggested Books)

Stress Related And Mental Health (32)
Find free articles related to stress and stress management, including self-help, and anxiety, depression, (Relaxation Techniques) (Depression) (Anxiety Disorders)

Systems Thinking (7)
Systems thinking involves understanding a business process, practice or problem in terms of a bigger picture, where all parts are inter-related. Find articles on system thinking, definitions, and help in understanding systems.

TQM (14)
For articles related to Total Quality Management, and the work of Juran, Deming and Crosby

Teams And Team-Building (34)
No man is an island and the material in this section will help you contribute to your team, or help in the team building and team maintenance process.

Time Management (13)
Free article on time management and productity

Training (51)
Covers aspects of training, instructional design, training for trainers (Training Return On Investment) (Distance Or Computer Mediated) (Training Needs Assessment) (Games Icebreakers Activities)

Whistleblowing (5)
Articles about whistleblowing, from legal issues, to benefits and more.

Women At Work (18)
Women face somewhat different work challenges than men. This area is for articles about the working woman, and all articles pertain directly to women.

Workplace Health and Safety (0)
For articles on workplace health and safety issued including tips, hints and ways to create a more healthy, safe work environment.

Workplace Violence (11)
Articles pertaining to all aspects of violence in the workplace


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