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What to Expect from a Career in Photography
h4. Photographers Use this report to find out what to expect from a career in photography. • Nature of the Work • Working Conditions • "Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement":http://artbistro.monster.com/education/articles/321 • Employment • Job Outlook • Earnings • Related Occupations • Sources of Additional Information h4. Significant Points Competition for jobs is expected to be keen because the work is attractive ... -
How to Network Online
Virtual life can breed success, so don't be left out, just follow our guide on how to get a life online Are you wandering aimlessly – or worse, hiding in a corner – in the virtual world? If you signed up to an array of networking websites but now don’t know whether to connect with or simply poke someone, you’re not ... -
How to Change Your Career
Most of us gaze in wonder at those bold souls who leap from career to career, but it’s not as difficult as it appears As the career changers we speak to have invariably found, your dream job can be very different to the one you start out in. Working lives are getting longer, so while being a kung fu instructor might ... -
How to Get a Pay Rise
Colleagues call you ace, you always look busy and the chief executive knows who you are thanks to some smart moves at the office Christmas party. But have you done enough to earn yourself a raise? Not on that evidence. Here’s what it really takes to make the perfect pitch and boost your pay packet: h4. 1. The bottom line. “You ... -
How to Write a Business Plan
It's the moment all entrepreneurs dread. You’ve got a great idea, but can you prove that it will work in practice? A business plan is not just a corporate formality, it’s a test to see if your idea stands up – vital if you hope to convince someone to lend you money – and an ongoing reference point once you’re up ... -
The Woman’s Guide to Finding a Mentor
When executive mentor Bobb Biehl asks men if they admire and aspire to be like anyone in their own careers, they usually can name a few people. But the question stumps many women. Often, these women are the first in their families to reach the upper echelons of business and don’t have much of a career support system. Like any pioneers, ... -
Follow-Up Letter After the Phone Call
What do you do after you've had a successful networking or introductory call? Sending a good letter can't hurt. "View our sample follow-up letter here (PDF format).":http://media.monster.com/mm/usen/content/pdf/followup-letter.pdf [widget:9_steps_guide_art_benifits] -
Determine Your Value
How much are you worth in today's job market? Does your salary reflect the level of contribution you have been making to your employer? The answer may surprise you, as many employees are seriously underpaid. The amount of money you receive is, in great part, determined by negotiations between you and your employer. There's an old saying that goes something like ... -
Honesty Always Best Policy When Writing Up Your Resume
h4. Fibbing on your resume is a really bad idea. First, you probably will be found out by the army of commercial background screeners that employers deploy to scour resumes, check criminal records and pull credit histories. Plus, you don't need to. Many bosses are pretty forgiving if you come clean about a minor brush with the law or a supervisor ... -
Schedule C for Artists and Designers
I've done my own taxes for years now. As an artist, at least a portion of my income has come under self-employment. I would love to pay someone to do this for me, but there was a mound of work just to prepare it for the accountant. By the time I got all of that information in order, added up, divided ... -
Have a Happy and Productive Holiday Season
While the holiday season brings joy to many, some feel like they're employed by Scrooge when they get stuck working rather than celebrating. But with planning and preparation, a proactive manager can keep the "bah humbugs" to a minimum and the workplace running smoothly this holiday season. "You're not going to make everyone happy, but by developing a system that people ... -
Network, Hollywood-Style
Whether you're trying to land a job or make new business contacts, networking can be one of your most fruitful strategies. And if there's one industry in which people know the value of networking, it's entertainment. Although the entertainment industry has something others may not - like countless events offering opportunities for aspiring stars to schmooze with power players - you ... -
Post-Interview Thank-You Letter
After a promising job interview, follow-up is essential. That's why it pays to send a great thank-you note to your interviewer. View our "sample post-interview thank-you note here (PDF format).":http://media.monster.com/mm/usen/content/pdf/Thank-You%20Letter%20Post-Interview.pdf "Present yourself in the best light. Monster’s resume and cover letter writing service can help.":http://resources.monster.com/resume-writing-services/?msource=cont-res-samples_07.2008 [widget:9_steps_guide_art_benifits] -
What's Eating You? Avoid Workplace Anger
Mad that you were passed over for a big promotion again? Livid that the bootlickers always seem to get ahead in your organization? Perhaps it's time to consider whether the anger itself, however legitimate, is holding you back. Evidence suggests many of us are walking around the office feeling resentful, though we may be unaware of the cumulative toll bitter actions ... -
Top 5 Cities to Build Wealth
Is your paycheck not stretching far enough? Are you considering moving to a new town? Are you just looking to change jobs? If so, it may be time to look at one of the cities at the top of Salary.com’s 2008 Salary Value Index. The compensation experts at Salary.com uncovered the top US cities for building personal net worth by taking ... -
Master the Art of Interviewing
In this recession, finding a job right now is harder than ever. The competition is getting tough. If you have passed through the first round and landed an interview congratulate yourself, you are one step closer to getting that dream job. Making sure that you present yourself the best is the single most important thing you will do, after all, this ... -
Become a Color Guru
Having the right color combination in your work can make or break your design. Knowing which colors schemes coordinate with others is absolutely crucial to being successful. Here is your color theory tutorial. Read these helpful articles to learn how to become a color guru. h4. "You Know Your Colors but Do You Know Their Contrasts":http://admin.artbistro.monster.com:8080/careers/articles/743-training-you-know-your-colors-but-do-you-know-their-contrasts h4. "Color and Comics":http://artbistro.monster.com/careers/articles/2399-color-and-comics h4. ... -
Conquer Your Workplace When it Becomes a Battlefield
The current economy may have your worried about job security. The competition at your workplace may be fierce. Is there constant tension and stress from your boss and coworkers? Perhaps your workplace has become a battlefield. Let us help you to manage your stress at work, deal with co-workers, and finally get that peace at the workplace you always dreamed of. ... -
Learn the Ropes of Networking
To be successful in this world there is one thing that you must learn-how to do, network. In this job seeking economy having the right resume, interview skills, and portfolio is not enough. Statistics show that finding that perfect job or opportunity will most likely come through someone you know. Here are some helpful hints from the experts on how to ... -
Pink Slip Precautions to Take with Your Healthcare
After ''find a job,'' put ''stay healthy'' on your to-do list if you're one of the hundreds of thousands who have lost a job in the past month or if you fear a layoff coming on. Here are key healthcare steps you should take if a pink slip looms, recommended by those who have been there and started their own websites ...


















