Monday, February 8, 2010

I just started a new job in an office setting, My experience is freelancing and project based, so I need some

I just started a new job in an office setting, My experience is freelancing and project based, so I need some?
tips on general office ediquitee, how to function with other people. What's the real deal that noone wants to speak of? Maybe even common since for some. How do you get inline with the flow. I don't want to loose my individuality, but I also don't want to be a pesty rebel.
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The first, and most important thing is to be courteous of everyone. You should also always be professional. Offices can be a lot like high school, with popular groups, and unpopular groups. Take the high road and avoid becomming part of office gossip. If someone tries to gossip with you, you can listed, but don't offer your opinion. You can defray the situation, if someone asks you to participate by saying, "Hey, I just work here," and smiling. Being considerate to everyone goes a long way as well. Don't stink up the whole office with your re-heated enchaladas from the night before.... or worse yet, onions. Heated onions can make a person's eyes water. Don't speak too loudly on the phone, and don't air your personal business out in front of everyone. My coworker fights with his wife on the phone all the time, and everyone around him can hear it. It makes us uncomfortable. You should do fine if you just treat people how you would like to be treated and maintain professionalism

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Thursday, February 4, 2010

How To Get A Job Fast - How Do You Restart Your Career In The Current Economy

How To Get A Job Fast - How Do You Restart Your Career In The Current Economy?
I'm looking at freelance alternatives, part-time options and working for non-governmental organizations on the side. Any tips?
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1. This might be obvious, but pick an industry for which you have proven skills (either from your previous job or through life experience). Analyze your strengths: Which alternative careers do you fit in and are ready for? 2. Take up a part-time job as it's easier than a full-time one. You can use the extra time to upgrade your skills or seek a full-time position. The freelance market too is also a good place for job hunting. 3. Don't rule out the power of references and the kind of leverage jobs in your local area can give you. I got my current assignment as a result of projects I did for local businesses over the summer

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Monday, February 1, 2010

Are there any opportunities to become a freelance translator

Are there any opportunities to become a freelance translator?
I know English and Russian. Can I get paid to translate anything? (not as a primary job, more like on the side). Thanks!
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Yes if you are accurate and fast and fluentin both languages. Many convention and visitors bureas keep a list of translators as do airports,courts and some business groups. The main work would probably be intereperting vs translating but there is translation work to do too for business documents, court papers etc.
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Sure you can. But it's hard work starting out in something like that. You need to promote yourself. But once you get established in a community, jobs should come your way. Try working FOR another, established organization. Once you start to make yourself known, people will call you directly

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