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How To: Start a home-based business and be your own boss
Many people think that once they start a business of their own they'll be cruisin' through life. No set hours, no boss to insult you, and no getting up at 6 AM to commute to work. But being your own boss comes with a lot of responsibility. If you're ready to take the good with the bad, check out this video to learn how to begin a home-based business.
How To: Get paid to work out by becoming a personal trainer
For most of us, working out at the gym is a time we have to schedule outside of our other work and family commitments. But how about making exercise your job? No, we're not talking about becoming a pro athelete. Rather, if you become a personal trainer you can work out, help others work out, and get paid good money while doing it.
How To: Take clear and informative minutes at a business meeting
Taking minutes is the single most important thing you can do at a meeting to record what happened at a business meeting- ideas discussed, new directions for certain departments, etc. But taking minutes isn't as easy as scribbling down notes like you did in 5th grade. Check out this video to learn how to take clear and informative minutes.
How To: Make Money Writing Online with Google AdSense
Google AdSense is a beautiful thing. They pay you for posting content online, whether it be through a third-party website like WonderHowTo or on your own website. WonderHowTo seems to be a good place to start from if you plan to make money with AdSense, but it's not the only place that you can submit content to and receive all of the revenue generated by the AdSense ad units. You may want to get a wider audience and more traffic, and for that you must look beyond the horizon of just one site.
How To: Properly fold a letter and place it into an envelope
This video is about professional/business letter folding and mailing. Before starting this process your hands should be clean and dry so as not to ruin the look of the letter. To fold the letter correctly, you must take the bottom 1/3 of the letter and fold it upwards towards the letterhead - it should be folded about halfway to the top. Then crease the fold. Next you fold the top down and crease that fold also. To mail, you must place the lettehead, head down, face forward into the envelope....
How To: Prepare for a job interview
Learn how to prepare for a job interview with expert tips and advice on job interview questions, dress, and skills in this free video series.
How To: Write a resume in the table format
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how write a resume in the table format. A table formatted resume is one of the most effective formats. It highlights metrics in a particular field that potential employers are looking for in a presentable quick overview. At the top of the table, provide your name, contact information and location. In the table, list your skill, experience, role and products from each of your previous jobs and experiences. This video will benefit those viewers who are sear...
How To: Dress for a bank job interview
Wall Street job candidates give advice on what to wear to a bank interview and where to shop. Would you use these tips for an electrician's interview? Probably not. But, why not?
How To: Answer the interview question "Why should I hire you?"
CollegeGrad.com presents "Tough Interview Question - Why should I hire you?" This quick video covers what you need to know for answering this tough interview question: "Why should I hire you?" Watch this video to find out how to best answer this question. Answer the interview question "Why should I hire you?".
How To: Put together a resume as an ex-offender
Eric Mayo teaches us how to put together a resume as an ex-offender. Your resume should be a one page paper of all your skills and work experiences. If you don't have a lot of experience writing resumes, get help from friends who have experience. When you write it, add your name, address and telephone number onto it so you can be contacted. After this, you will want to list: objective, work experience, education/training, skills/strengths, and references. Remember not to list your references ...
How To: Write a great resume cover letter
Writing a resume cover letter is important to ensuring that the resume itself is read. Completion of this how-to resume video guide will provide tips for writing a resume cover letter, its elements and making sure it is read. Watch this video before writing your resume cover letter.
How To: Write a good resume objective, summary, and profile
This video resume-writing tutorial demonstrates several great examples of resume objectives, summaries and profiles, and how to mix them. Resumes can be challenging to write, harder still to do well, but are the only way to get into the job you want. Watch and find out how to put together a quality resume.
How To: Calm down and deal with a workaholic spouse
Money, as we all know, creates stability and ease of living. But an unfortunate consequence of having money is all the work you have to do to get it.
How To: Give a chest examination for doctors
In this video we learn how to give a chest examination for doctors. First, ask the patient how they are feeling and check their pulse, then watch them breathe. After this, lift their chin up and feel their chest while they are breathing. From here, place both hands on their chest and feel the palpation inside of their body. After this, grab the stethoscope and listen to their heart beat while they are relaxing and breathing as well as deep breathing. As soon as you have listened to the heart ...
How To: Complete Continued Claim forms to maintain unemployment benefits in California
If you're an out-of-work Californian, take advantage of the benefits provided by the Employment Development Department (EDD) of California. If you've already followed the directions for applying for unemployment insurance benefits, then there are a few more steps involved in getting and maintaining your monetary unemployment reward.
How To: Become a doctor fast
In this tutorial, we learn how to become a doctor fast. There are many ways to become a doctor, including shortcuts. The first shortcut is if you just got out of high school you can take tests that will test you on knowledge you can study on your own. Just from these you can get credits which will give you extra credit without taking all the time. You can also take summer classes that will get you ahead. If you do this, you will finish your bachelor degree 1.5 years faster. Using these tips y...
How To: Negotiate a pay raise with game theory
In this video, we learn how to negotiate a pay raise with game theory. You first need to take into account how much money you are getting an hour with how much you are worth. Make a chart with your boss on there and the other player is you. You will then see if you want to play soft, medium, or hardball with them to negotiate. Think about how your boss will respond to different types of negotiations. When you are finally confident in approaching your boss, you will get respect and get the pay...
How To: Become a great lawyer
In this video, we learn how to become a great lawyer. You will need to study hard and be very committed. You will also need to be careful with the use of your words and make the appropriate sacrifices. You will need to have heart with your cases, it's not enough to just be smart. You need to also be great at debating and have a lot of passion that is in your life. The passion and heart is what will give you the difference between being a good attorney and a great attorney. Make sure you're al...
How To: File a wrongful dismissal claim after you've been fired
Getting fired can ruin your life, especially if you didn't deserve it. Fortunately, if you've been wrongly fired you have recourse. Watch this video to learn how you can file a Wrongful Dismissal Claim with a lawyer and get compensation or even your job back.
How To: Earn An Income By Writing Auto Repair Estimates
Collision Repair Related Careers When you think of a career in collision repair you probably think of a body repair or paint technician. However, there are a lot of related careers that collision repair can lead to. For Example, you can work in auto parts stores, dealerships, insurance companies, paint representatives, trainers, etc. In this article we are going to examine a career as an auto estimator.
How To: Not answer the "How do you stay current?" question
In this tutorial, we learn how to not answer the "How do you stay current?" question. When you are asked this question on an interview, it's important to know how to answer it without looking crazy. To answer this correctly, do not answer what you "want" to do, employers are not interested in this. Also, hinting that learning is a low priority is not impressive to your interviewer. You want to be more specific when stating the obvious, so they completely understand what you are trying to say....
How To: Answer the job interview question "Tell me about yourself"
Job interviewers love to ask hard questions to determine whether an employee really has the mettle to make it at their company. "Tell me about yourself" is a favorite, and this video will give you some great tips for answering it well and landing the job.
How To: Resolve a conflict in the workplace
If you're butting heads with one of your employee's at work, or are having trouble resolving conflicts between other employee's, as a manager, supervisor, or someone else in a position of leadership, this can be a stressful situation. In this video you will learn a helpful exercise that you can use to work your way through a way to resolve the conflict itself.
How To: Write a verification letter for an employee
If you're running a business and have employees, chances are you may have to write up a Employment Verification Letter. The tricky part is knowing what to put down on the letter itself. In this video you will learn what layout you will need and the information to put into the letter including: Company Letter Head, contact information, description of the employee's duties, ect.
How To: File for unemployment insurance benefits in California
Need some help figuring out how to apply for unemployment insurance benefits after being laid off from your job in California? This video guide is here to help. For the specifics, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started applying for unemployment yourself, take a look.
How To: Correctly tell your interviewer about your weaknesses
Job interviewers love to ask tough questions to put their interviewee out of their comfort zone. One of the staple is asking the candidate about their weaknesses. This video will teach you how to field questions about your weaknesses without appearing weak.
How To: Make DIY professional business cards
Business cards are one of the most effective ways of networking with professionals, and making good ones without breaking the bank is hard to figure. This video will show you how to make your own professional looking business cards at home and use them to improve your career.
How To: Write a binding, effective letter of intent
A letter of intent is a good way of formalizing a verbal agreement without going through the effort of having a contract drawn up by lawyers. This video will give you tips for writing your own binding letter of intent to protect your business interests.
How To: Respond well to hard job interview questions
Job interviews are terrifying, especially in a tough job market where they are hard to come by. If you have trouble dealing with the tough questions that interviewers like to ask, watch this video for tips and advice for answering well and landing the job.
How To: Get a job as a freelance bounty hunter
To become a bounty hunter, you will want to first check your state's laws to see if you need to be a licensed private investigator. If you live in Florida, South Carolina, Oregon, Wisconsin, or Kentucky, don't even try it--bounty hunting is not allowed! Otherwise, your first step is to find a client who needs a target to be caught. Bail bond agents employ bounty hunters to track down people who have refused to show up to court. Find out who your target is. Assemble a file, look into any recor...
How To: Improve your resume with valid statistics
In this video, we learn how to improve your resume with valid statistics. You need solid numbers to back up the information you are writing on your resume, not just words written on the paper. Most applicants look qualified on paper, but don't land interviews because they don't offer proof to validate their claims. When you provide proof of what you are stating, the person who is viewing your resume will be more likely to call you for an interview. Make sure to provide supporting documents an...
How To: Deal with work gaps on your resume
Susan Ireland teaches us how to deal with work gaps on your resume in this video. If there are gaps on your resume, your employer could possibly have a bad impression of you. To avoid this, first write years in your work history instead of months. This will simplify your presentation and also dissolve work history gaps. Next, ask yourself if you were doing any activity that time that is related to the job you are applying for. If so, write down that information to cover the gap in work histor...
How To: Tailor your resume for foreign countries
In this video, we learn how to tailor your resume for foreign countries. When you are writing the resume, you need to keep in mind the: length, content, demands, passport, and hobbies. You should make sure the content is descriptive and you focus on your accomplishments. Don't focus on the family and references, these are not required on the resume. The recruiter wants to know more about your professional life, and if you have a passport to travel. Depending on the country you are traveling t...
How To: Tailor your resume to the job
In this video, we learn how to tailor your resume to the job you want. Whether you love this or hate it, you need to do this correctly to help land the job you want. Don't give a general resume for a job, tailor it to the exact job you are applying for. The more you can cater to the job, the better your chances will be to get the job. Change the descriptions and information you list on your resume so you have the correct skills for that job and you will stick out in the crowd. Just by doing t...
How To: Keep resumes timely with transferable skills
In this video, we learn how to keep resumes timely with transferable skills. You have to keep up with the changes in technology, so don't keep doing things the old way. You are going to have to keep up with people who have a fresh skill set. Don't wait for your employer to send you to school, do it yourself and get ahead of the game. Start to network with people and build your career and future by yourself. You will benefit from this, so take the time and make sure your skills are current and...
How To: Write a cover letter using the Aunt Louise technique
Susan Ireland teaches us how to write a cover letter using the Aunt Louise technique in this tutorial. This technique involves you pretending writing a letter to your dear aunt. You will talk about why you want to work at a particular company and why they should hire you. You should also talk about why they should call you for an interview and talk about all the great things about yourself. You can use this information to write your official cover letter by sorting out all the best things. Re...
How To: Get hired by the CIA as a government spy
Are you inspired by spy movies? Is James Bond your role model? Have you always wanted an exciting military or government career? These tips will show you the best way to land your dream job as a CIA agent.
How To: Write a professional business thank-you letter
A thank you note can go a long way, and in the case of a Business thank you note, well, it's almost crucial. Not sure how to write one? No worries, this video will give you a great insight into what types of ways you can write the letter, as well as the layout.
How To: Write an effective resume using 12 helpful tips
This video resume-writing tutorial offers a powerful overview of 12 important aspects to consider when preparing your resume. A bad resume won't get you any job interviews, not matter how great your experience. Watch and learn how to put together a quality resume and get that much closer to your dream job.
How To: Write a related-experience resume when job hunting
In this clip, you'll learn how to write a related-experience résumé when searching for a job. Finding a job can be a tough task even in the best of times. Whether you're out of work or are simply looking to land your dream job, you're sure to be well served by this clip, which discusses few tried and true techniques and best practices for job seeking.