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If you saw Madonna’s last Super Bowl performance then you understand why she is the queen of pop music. Her career has spanned generations and she continues to be innovative and stay on top of her game. As a professional person, you have to think of ways to stay on top of your game and continue to excel throughout your career. Let’s talk about a few career management tips you can use to be a rock star at work and continue to strengthen your professional reputation. Adapt to the Times but Remain True to Who You Are Everyone knows who Madonna is; she hasn’t changed her core message or brand. Everyone knows what Madonna stands for but somehow she still remains relevant even though she has not released an album in several years. Consider ways that you can remain relevant. This may mean taking a few classes

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  Changing jobs can be quite a challenge. One thing you should consider before making a career change is whether or not the job you are applying for is actually a good fit. There are so many factors and variables to take into consideration when asking this question. Sometimes we are so anxious to move on and move forward we forget about the details. A great example of what I’m talking about has been highlighted through the lens of public figure Sarah Palin. Many people have seen the recent movie Game Change on HBO. Although Sarah Palin proved herself as a capable leader as the former governor of Alaska, it may have become clear later on that her decision to run for Vice President may not have been a good fit for her. Chemistry, skills, lifestyle, and salary are issues that must be deeply considered before making a career

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Hiring a recruiter is definitely something that can be advantageous if you are currently job hunting. If you are a mid-level career professional, a recruiter might be of particular interest to you to help you navigate the way we currently do job hunting and networking. Imagine that finding a new job is like navigating a ship and a good recruiter is your loyal first mate that can help you make the best decisions and lead you to your buried treasure or in your case a new job!   There are questions you should be asking yourself and asking your recruiter when trying to find the perfect recruiter. Does the recruiter get you or understand your needs? I am sure you have had that feeling when you just connect with someone and they understand who are. Usually these people can intuitively understand what you need or they have thoroughly prepared what

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