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Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Negotiation Strategies on Making a Living with Maggie Wed at 4pm EST! (Replay Sunday at 6am EST)

Are you a confident negotiator? Do you know what to say and what to do to get the most out of your next job offer or even a severance package?

Tune in to Making a Living with Maggie and learn how to negotiate effectively. Carol Frohlinger, co-founder of Negotiating Women, Inc will be live in studio taking your calls and sharing strategies to help you advance your career. And I’ll interview Julia Eisemann Martha’s Executive Assistant on what a day in the life is like in her interesting career! (Post show update - listen to the replay this Sunday and hear Martha herself calling into the show!)

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Thursday, December 4, 2008

Tune in and hear Martha Stewart on Making a Living this Sunday

For those of you who weren't able to tune in, you can hear Martha Stewart on my radio show, Making a Living with Maggie, this Sunday at 6am. She called in to share glowing feedback for her assistant Julia Eisemann. Julia has been working with Martha for 11 years and shared what a day in the life is like working with Martha.

It was amazing to hear the tremendous respect they have for one another and how they've built a solid working relationship. If you've been struggling with your manager and want to learn a better way of working, tune in this Sunday at 6am EST on SIRIUS 112 and XM 157. Click here for a free trial of SIRIUS!

What would you want your boss to say about you on national radio? Have you ever received glowing feedback? Share your proud moments!

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Saturday, December 13, 2008

Holiday Gifts for Your Career

I had the honor of being featured in Nancy Colasurdo's FoxBusiness.com column on meaningful holiday gift giving. My contribution...a great gift to test drive your dream job! Read more.

If you or someone you know could use support in creating the career of their dreams, give the gift of career coaching this season. Contact me at coaching@maggiemistal.com to find out more about coaching gift certificates!

Also stay tuned for more in 2009. My New Year’s goal is to reach more people and offer career advice in new ways that might manifest into an ebook, webinars/seminars and more cabaret shows!

What's the best holiday gift someone could give you for your career this year? What's the most meaningful gift you've ever given or received?

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Saturday, December 13, 2008

Tune in for My Career Q&A on CNN Today, 5-6pm Eastern

Tune in to CNN today, Sunday Dec 14th from 5-6pm eastern for my career Q & A with Alina Cho. Here are some of the important career topics we'll be discussing:

Q: What key steps does it take to rebrand yourself?
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Soul Search - focus not only on a paycheck but also on the career opportunities that fit your passions, talents and interests
Research - test out your new career by talking to others already in the job (informational interview) and act "as if" by volunteering or job shadowing in the new role

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Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Tune into CNN Today at 2:30pm eastern and Learn What To Do When You're Out of a Job

Earlier this week I had the opportunity to share career advice on CNN and get a positive message across that real opportunities do exist for everyone even in trying times.

I'll be back on CNN today (Tues Dec 16th) at 2:30pm eastern on CNN Newsroom with Kyra Phillips. I'll be covering the Do's and Don'ts of Coping with a Layoff and Landing a New Job.

Here are some highlights if you've found yourself out of work whether for a week or several months:

--Make sure your resume communicates your fit for the job. Many companies use technology to sift through resumes so it's important to make sure industry relevant key words are included in your resume such as important software skills. If you haven't been getting "hits" with your resume, perhaps it's time to get a professional service like www.ResumeDeli.com to optimize the language you are using.

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Monday, December 22, 2008

Where the Jobs Are In 2009

I find the holidays are a great time to network and reconnect with past colleagues and friends. So as you toast your eggnog, if you are interested in discussing where the jobs will be in 2009 (and obtaining one) here is some advice.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the top 10 growing industries from 2006-2016 include everything from: Management, Scientific and Technical Consulting, Hospitals, Colleges & Universities and Local Government. Despite the recent economic downturn, some of these will stay resilient especially with help from President-elect Obama. His jobs creation plan thus far is focusing on healthcare, education and energy.

But how to do you apply your existing skills to these hot areas?

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