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Stress Busting Tactics for any Workplace

2009-06-22 / / 1 Comment

Stress and chronic stress are quite possibly two of the biggest obstacles to achieving success in the workplace. It is actually a very real issue that can lead to a range of physical, emotional and behavioral problems such as irritability, poor concentration, fatigue, trouble sleeping, anxiety, back pain and high blood pressure. It goes without saying that the level of stress associated with each career varies, which is why there is an ever-growing importance to knowing how to cope with your stress and manage it effectively. In some cases however, stress is not always counter-productive; it can be helpful in providing motivation that allows you to work with a sense of urgency and purpose.... Read More ...

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Princess Sumaya University for Technology Honors Akhtaboot – The Career Network at the Second Annual National Technology Parade 2009

2009-06-18 / / 2 Comments

Akhtaboot – The Career Network has been honored by Her Royal Highness Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan during the opening ceremony of the Second Annual National Technology Parade (2009), which was held at the Princess Sumaya University for Technology campus on May 11th and 12th, 2009.

The steering committee of the Second Annual National Technology Parade recognized Akhtaboot, alongside a number of local and international companies, for its commitment and contributions to shaping the Job market in Jordan while providing job seekers and fresh graduates with thousands of job opportunities each year.

Mais Gousous, Marketing Coordinator at Akhtaboot, representing the “Akhtaboot Cares” initiative, received an honorary shield, which was presented by Her Royal Highness Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan.... Read More ...

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Akhtaboot as Main Sponsor at Al Zaytounah University First Job Fair, 2009

2009-05-20 / / 2 Comments

Akhtaboot – The Career Network announced its sponsorship and participation in the first Zaytounah University Job Fair, which was organized by King Abdullah II Fund for Development as well as Media Steps as Main Organizer.
The Job Fair was held on May 18th, at Al Zaytounah University campus and was attended by HR representatives from the Private and Public sectors as well as a number of Civil Society organizations. Participating companies included: INJAZ, Extensya, Tala Abu Ghazaleh Organization, AMIDEAST, Creativita, The Black Iris Café and Media Steps.

The main aim of the Job Fair was to help recent university graduates connect with potential employers and to put qualified talents to work which as a result will accelerate growth and help stimulate the economy by putting more fresh graduates into the workforce.... Read More ...

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Akhtaboot as Main Supporter at the Corporate Social Responsibility Conference 2009

2009-05-10 / / 41 Comments

Akhtaboot – the career network announced its sponsorship and participation in the first Corporate Social Responsibility Conference, which was organized by Excellence Inc. in cooperation with the Investment Unit / Social Security Corporation and the Greater Amman Municipality as main sponsor along with Akhtaboot – The Career Network, NAFES, USAID and IMC Jordan as main supporters.The Conference was held on April 28th, at the Sheraton Hotel Amman and was attended by representatives from the Private and Public sectors, Civil Society organizations as well as Quasi-governmental sectors.
The main aim of the conference was to explore the role played by organizations in both the public and private sectors in order to contribute to the development of the society and to encompass social and environmental concerns, taking into consideration the 3 axes defined by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, namely; economic growth, social progress and environmental protection.... Read More ...

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How to Answer the Top 5 Most Feared Interview Questions?

2009-04-27 / / 36 Comments

Going into an interview is often described as one of the most nerve wrecking situations people have to face; that is because they are worried that they will be negatively evaluated or perceived by the interviewer.

From the second you enter the company’s building to the time you are back outside, you are being observed. That’s why preparation can definitely help you turn your interview into a great opportunity to convince prospective employers about the tremendous value you will add to their organization.

When it comes to preparation, not only should you research the vacancy, the company and the industry, but you should also try to anticipate questions that tend to come up during almost every job interview.... Read More ...

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Akhtaboot as the Sole Area Sponsor at INJAZ’ Link2JobCity 2009 Job Fair

2009-04-23 / / 1 Comment

Akhtaboot– The Career network announced its sponsorship and participation in the 7th Link2JobCity 2009 Job Fair, which was organized by INJAZ.
The Job Fair took place on the 23rd to the 24th of April, at Zara Expo in the Hyatt Amman and was attended by more than 80 companies from various sectors, as well as over 24,000 job seekers including fresh graduates. Sponsors included, but were not limited to, Orange, as the main sponsor, King Abdulla II Fund for Development, the British Council and the Higher Council for the Affairs of Persons with Disabilities.
Akhtaboot promoted the Job Fair online, using Akhtaboot’s Blog and Website, as well as Facebook.... Read More ...

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Akhtaboot as Official Learning Partner for the Year 2009 at AIESEC’s National Leadership Development Seminar

2009-03-17 / / 293 Comments

AIESEC Jordan organized its National Leadership Development Seminar in Amman with the support of Akhtaboot – the Career Network, as Official Learning Partner for the year 2009.

The National Leadership Development Seminar is an important part in the education cycle of AIESEC Jordan, which allows AIESEC members, foreign AIESEC interns and AIESEC stakeholders to explore leadership in context to the current global environment while sharing knowledge about the organization and its vision.

Akhtaboot’s Career Planning session tackled a number of career development issues such as career planning, CV writing and interview skills, and once again the course proved to be an invaluable experience for AIESEC members, providing several effective tips on how to approach the job market.... Read More ...

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Akhtaboot – The Career Network, Signs an MOU with AIESEC Jordan

2009-03-01 / / 1 Comment

Akhtaboot – The Career Network, signs an MOU with AIESEC Jordan, the world’s largest student-run organization. The MOU aims to establish an official Learning Partnership with Akhtaboot that will give Akhtaboot access to a talented pool of local and international AIESEC members, while simultaneously committing to the development of Jordanian youth.

AIESEC is an international student platform with over 23,000 members and that is present in over 1,100 universities worldwide. The organization helps young people to discover and develop their potential and provides international internship opportunities each year.
Akhtaboot will take part in activities related to career development and entrepreneurship, while providing workshops and education on a wide range of career related topics directly impacting AIESEC members.... Read More ...

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Akhtaboot – the Career Network, Signs an MOU with Pioneers Training Center

2009-03-01 / / 1 Comment

Akhtaboot, the Career Network, signs an MOU with Pioneers Tech Soft, one of the leading training centers in Jordan. The MOU was signed as part of Akhtaboot’s ongoing efforts to promote the quality technical education that is necessary for creating well-prepared manpower with the required skills and competences to suit the needs of our challenging workplace.

The MOU falls under the umbrella of the Akhtaboot Cares Initiative, which is a comprehensive plan that was developed through partnerships with a number of third parties and educational institutions such as, Princess Sumaya University for Technology (PSUT), Philadelphia University, Sight & Sound Educational Center, Jordan Applied University for Hospitality and Tourism and the University of Jordan.... Read More ...

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Akhtaboot Launches the “Akhtaboot Cares Initiative”

2009-02-25 / / 1 Comment

Akhtaboot – the career network, is proud to launch the “Akhtaboot Cares Initiative”, which is a comprehensive plan that was developed through partnerships with a number of third parties and educational institutions such as the University of Jordan, Princess Sumaya University for Technology (PSUT), Philadelphia University, Sight & Sound Educational Center, AIESEC Jordan and Pioneers Tech Soft.

As a social responsibility scheme from Akhtaboot, Akhtaboot Cares will serve as an effective instrument for empowering the young skilled Jordanian job seekers to make wise career decisions while tackling future career challenges. Akhtaboot will maintain an ongoing presence in Jordan’s educational institutions, through developing and executing specific training programs that are tailor-made to educate graduates-to-be on how to approach the job market and to smooth their transition into the professional world.... Read More ...

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Having a Hard Time Getting Along With Your Boss? Manage Up!

2009-02-16 / / 1 Comment

Your relationship with your boss is probably the most critical relationship that you have at work; it actually plays a major role in how you perceive your current job and may also impact your ability to succeed in the career of your choice.

Many talented people are stuck in the conventional wisdom of expecting their bosses to manage them. They take a passive approach in whatever they do at work, waiting for orders and direction. They may even whine about a bad boss, but do little or nothing to turn things around. Let’s face it; there are actually a lot of “bosses from hell” out there, and it is unlikely that you will be able to control your boss, but there is actually something you can do to turn things around, and that is to “Manage your Boss”.... Read More ...

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Akhtaboot Enhances Assisted Service

2009-01-31 / / 74 Comments

Akhtaboot launched an enhanced version of its Assisted Job Posting service today. Clients who purchase Assisted Job Posting credits with Akhtaboot will now enjoy a more user-friendly form of service delivery with a dedicated tab for Assisted Job Postings. This will allow them to see the short-listed batches of CVs as well as all candidates that have applied to the position in a more intuitive fashion. Akhtaboot will also include the ability to download zip files of the Assisted Job Posting batches of candidates with a summary page of the CVs including any notes that the HR Specialist has added on the candidate.... Read More ...

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