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The Founding President of the Dallas Chapter of ACP International, Bob Maher, was awarded The LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD at the International Conference in Boston...      Congratulations!

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Our Profession Needs Its Own Body of Knowledge By Bob Maher CMF... A "white paper" for presentation through the Certification Committee of the US Board, TO: The ICC International, our profession's certifying body.  Bob needs your feedback to his thoughts and writing in order to present a strong case regarding the development of our Profession's Body of Knowledge... please email him directly after reading this thought provoking offering.  Bob's Email
The Role of Technology in our Profession   By Bob Maher CMF... A "white paper" for presentation through the Certification Committee of the US Board, TO: The ICC International, our profession's certifying body.  Bob needs your feedback to his thoughts and writing in order to present a strong case regarding our technical competencies... please email him directly after reading this thought provoking offering.  Bob's Email
Between the Covers: Two New Leadership Books   By Darlene Davis, CMF...  Two recently published books are reviewed, including Primal Leadership by Daniel Goleman, Annie McKee, Richard E. Boyatzis, as well as Execution:  The Discipline of Getting Things Done by Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan. 

High TECH

           High TOUCH

   By Bob Maher CMF... Technology in general, and specifically the World Wide Web, presents a wealth of resources to all of us in our pursuit of "a good FIT" within our career. Both organizations seeking highly qualified professionals and highly qualified professionals seeking affiliation with their next right work, will be well served to merge the effective use of available technical tools with the realities of "high touch" Personal Market Plan implementation.
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE (EI) and Change Management

 

 

 

 

   By Penny Chester, CMF... a Board Member of the ICC International and President, UK Country Board, ACP International.  Penny is an experienced corporate psychologist and Managing Consultant in the Right-Coutts Leeds office, having in-depth knowledge of all areas of organizational consultancy. A combination of many years working at Board level, together with a person-centered approach has led to high levels of successful client outcomes, and the achievement of cutting-edge doctoral research.
An Archive of TOP TEN TIPS Lists !   By Bob Maher, CMF... A sharing of BEST PRACTICE TIPS in the areas of resumes, interviewing, negotiation and more.  Bob regularly writes such tips and other articles on his own website: www.careerpilot.com
PERSONAL MARKETING: Answering Questions Effectively   By Bob Maher, CMF... More BEST PRACTICE Tips from Bob, this article explores marketing ones-self without bragging... creating image and reputation by having and implementing your communication strategy.  A professional person should have a Personal Marketing PLAN.

Using “Push Technology” In Your Career Management

 

By Beth Kniss...  Taking the 15-20 minutes to set up a Job Search Agent at some of these sites can ensure a regular flow of potential opportunities, and help you maximize your career options.

Out of Work   By Victor Godinez...  Interview by Dallas Morning News staff writer with DFW-IACMP Chapter President, Pam Venne.
An Interview with a Career Research Guru   By Darlene Davis, CMF...  The first of several upcoming articles by career research guru, Beth Kniss, regarding the Internet.
The Future of Work   By Darlene Davis, CMF... After the downsizings, re-engineering, et al, what will work look like in the future.  Is it predictable enough to plan for?
Tips and Techniques   By Helen Harkness, PhD... A discussion of our need to share ideas and best practices, PROFESSIONAL TO PROFESSIONAL!
Why is it called Career Services?   An analysis of our Profession based on the analogy to maritime pilotage, by The Careerpilot, Bob Maher, CMF.
A Tale of Two Offers   By Taunee Beeson, CMF... Choosing between two job offers, a delightful challenge to have... but is there an objective way to make an appropriate decision?
The 2.0 Worker   By Darlene Davis, CMF... Who are these new workers and how are they best motivated?  This article considers various aspects of both recruitment and retention.
Etiquette and Corporate Protocol   By Darlene Davis, CMF... The globalization of business calls a better understanding of international cultures and traditions.
Human Side of Tragedy   By Darlene Davis, CMF...  Compilation of articles, interviews, and white papers by professionals and reporters regarding Sept. 11 tragedy.
Signs of the Times   By Darlene Davis, CMF... The Internet has changed things for Corporate HR and recruiters... How do they see high tech job search?
Dear Job Stressed   By Darlene Davis, CMF... Perhaps it is time to stop and really listen to the physical and emotional messages your body and mind are sending you.
Catch the E-Train   By Darlene Davis, CMF... Training by electronic, Internet and other, technology driven means is increasing dramatically.  Are your technical training capabilities and offering keeping up?... or will you be left at the station?
RETENTION: Myths and Realities   By Darlene Davis, CMF...  What makes an employee decide to stay with a company?   Many assume money is the answer.  True money is important.  Employees want to be paid fairly and competitively.  But there are some proven, non-financial retention strategies that continually top the list.
College Grads Revamp Career Strategies amid Slowdown   By Darlene Davis, CMF...  This year's class of college seniors is faced with a weak economy and tight job market. Find out how their adapting and where their best leads may be.