tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post7647976388060655924..comments2023-06-14T06:00:56.678-07:00Comments on Professional Writing For Everyone: Don't Ask Your Daughter (Or, at least, don't say you will.)Daphne Simpkinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187435941360018599noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-58080778468629565792010-08-26T12:45:11.917-07:002010-08-26T12:45:11.917-07:00Problem solving and a willingness to learn are the...Problem solving and a willingness to learn are the two traits that landed me the job i have now. One has to be willing to be thrown into any situation and make decisions even if they are not correct. Most companies just want some to make a decision, any decision!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-85783739784161402142010-08-26T12:44:26.819-07:002010-08-26T12:44:26.819-07:00Building a solid resume is an excellent way to sho...Building a solid resume is an excellent way to show employers that you are capable of solving problems you may face on the job.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-80280437737779872862010-08-26T12:42:59.523-07:002010-08-26T12:42:59.523-07:00Through hardship it is important to have the stren...Through hardship it is important to have the strength to continue on, even if you need a hand at the start to keep you on balance.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-7115991225056236072010-08-26T12:42:48.143-07:002010-08-26T12:42:48.143-07:00This tells that you need to be confident in yourse...This tells that you need to be confident in yourself as you are drafting your cover letter and resume. And during interviews, answer questions with assurance that you can solve any problem that comes your way.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-11645774054567162932010-08-26T12:42:30.939-07:002010-08-26T12:42:30.939-07:00When in this stage of looking for a job in a tough...When in this stage of looking for a job in a tough economy the key to success is problem solving. Do not give up always have hope.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-31457640395726664392010-08-26T12:42:07.657-07:002010-08-26T12:42:07.657-07:00I think the point Daphne Simpkins is making here i...I think the point Daphne Simpkins is making here is that despite being unemployed, a person must be able to achieve a level of self confidence to preform a function, such as problem solving, that a job requires of the individual.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-76432894842091892392010-08-26T12:41:30.243-07:002010-08-26T12:41:30.243-07:00Self-confidence is important for resumes and cover...Self-confidence is important for resumes and cover letters.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-70557143639903550862010-08-26T12:40:10.900-07:002010-08-26T12:40:10.900-07:00Simpkins is correct. In the current economy, you ...Simpkins is correct. In the current economy, you must be able to maintain your confidence and adapt to technological changes.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-23804106334588059142010-08-26T12:39:00.897-07:002010-08-26T12:39:00.897-07:00This post offers hope to people struggling in unem...This post offers hope to people struggling in unemployment.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-571659546593619462010-08-26T12:39:00.646-07:002010-08-26T12:39:00.646-07:00This is a very interesting blog. It is very import...This is a very interesting blog. It is very important get things done for yourself. All a friend can do is help you, you have to solve the little problems for yourselfAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-6051672477352215302010-08-26T12:38:56.200-07:002010-08-26T12:38:56.200-07:00You bring up very important points in this entry. ...You bring up very important points in this entry. The one thing I draw from this more than anything is an important question anyone must ask themselves. <br /><br />How can you expect someone else, especially a stranger, to believe in your abilities if you do not believe in them yourself?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-69734055409024472572010-08-26T12:38:50.911-07:002010-08-26T12:38:50.911-07:00"Appearances are everything" is the firs..."Appearances are everything" is the first sentence that comes to mind after I read this blog. While you may not be able to do something such as copy-and-paste on a word processor, you should portray that you are able to if it is a requirement for a goal you have, such as landing a job. This is true especially if you can find a way to get it done, such as having your daughter do it for you.Daniel Amannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-91731706123814683362010-08-26T12:38:42.600-07:002010-08-26T12:38:42.600-07:00In "Don't Ask Your Daughter" we are ...In "Don't Ask Your Daughter" we are reminded to stay confident when looking for a job. We must remember that we have alot to offer the world, and carefully word our resumes and cover letters in a way that shows off our best assets and allows a potential employer to see that we are good negotiators and excellent problem solvers.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-85247863535712834972010-08-26T12:38:40.687-07:002010-08-26T12:38:40.687-07:00It's important to be positive and to learn how...It's important to be positive and to learn how to be an efficient problem solver.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-25587886152944096312010-08-26T12:38:34.458-07:002010-08-26T12:38:34.458-07:00This blog is about friends helping friends getting...This blog is about friends helping friends getting through a hard time and seeing a light at the end of the tunnel.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-64441901442293431042010-08-26T12:38:00.890-07:002010-08-26T12:38:00.890-07:00The simple truth is any person, young or old, can ...The simple truth is any person, young or old, can be capable of the necessary skills for employment.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-87083586922087702552010-08-26T12:37:56.053-07:002010-08-26T12:37:56.053-07:00This post greatly emphasizes the need for self-con...This post greatly emphasizes the need for self-confidence and the ability to solve problems on one's own in the workplace.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-79608969062138937822010-08-26T12:37:10.722-07:002010-08-26T12:37:10.722-07:00This blog post is about seeing the good in yoursel...This blog post is about seeing the good in yourself when things are not going your way.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8810258364208087665.post-58112952677131303592010-08-26T12:36:12.327-07:002010-08-26T12:36:12.327-07:00You need to be able to solve problems.You need to be able to solve problems.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com