Favorite Friday Job Search Rabbit Hole (are you chasing the wrong rabbit Or, barking down the wrong hole)

Favorite Friday Job Search Rabbit Hole (are you chasing the wrong rabbit Or, barking down the wrong hole) I LOVE LOVE LOVE the concept in this post. I started out the year with this post, because maybe it would become my theme for the year.  It has certainly been a major part of my message. January 3, 3011: The Job Search Rabit Hole The basic idea is this: I see too many people who are looking for that traditional job, but it might not exist.  Or, they might face too much discrimination to get it.  Yes, discrimination is alive and rampant. So what if they are working really hard for something theyll never get? In this post I shared an analogy based on a hound chasing a rabbit down a rabbit hole. But it gets confused and barks at the wrong hole.  For a long time. Not productive at all. Please go read this post.  Are you barking down the wrong hole? Favorite Friday Job Search Rabbit Hole (are you chasing the wrong rabbit Or, barking down the wrong hole) I LOVE LOVE LOVE the concept in this post. I started out the year with this post, because maybe it would become my theme for the year.  It has certainly been a major part of my message. January 3, 3011: The Job Search Rabit Hole The basic idea is this: I see too many people who are looking for that traditional job, but it might not exist.  Or, they might face too much discrimination to get it.  Yes, discrimination is alive and rampant. So what if they are working really hard for something theyll never get? In this post I shared an analogy based on a hound chasing a rabbit down a rabbit hole. But it gets confused and barks at the wrong hole.  For a long time. Not productive at all. Please go read this post.  Are you barking down the wrong hole? Favorite Friday Job Search Rabbit Hole (are you chasing the wrong rabbit Or, barking down the wrong hole) I LOVE LOVE LOVE the concept in this post. I started out the year with this post, because maybe it would become my theme for the year.  It has certainly been a major part of my message. January 3, 3011: The Job Search Rabit Hole The basic idea is this: I see too many people who are looking for that traditional job, but it might not exist.  Or, they might face too much discrimination to get it.  Yes, discrimination is alive and rampant. So what if they are working really hard for something theyll never get? In this post I shared an analogy based on a hound chasing a rabbit down a rabbit hole. But it gets confused and barks at the wrong hole.  For a long time. Not productive at all. Please go read this post.  Are you barking down the wrong hole?

9 Things Not to Include in Your CV

9 Things Not to Include in Your CV Your CV is essentially a snapshot of your achievements, designed to showcase your talents in the best way possible. Don’t ruin your chances by slipping up and making any of these easily avoided mistakes! Here are 9 things you should definitely steer clear of when writing your CV: 1) A photograph Unless requested, attaching a photograph of yourself to your CV looks unprofessional, is off-putting to many employers and may even (worst case scenario) create an unconscious bias against you. Regardless of whether you’re smiling or serious, casually attired or uber-smart, an image will create mixed opinions amongst those processing your CV, and may just counteract the good done by your achievements. 2) The same skill used in 5 different instances If you’ve covered your ability to use a certain computer program or type of analysis, you don’t need to explain this same use over and again if you used it repeatedly for different projects. It is enough simply to explain the first time and state any improvements or widening of knowledge gained by further experience of this system. 3) Irrelevant experience Whilst it may be relevant to a customer facing role, the fact that you worked in a café for 4 months aged 16 is not going to be relevant to your application to process data for a science company. Really think about which experience is most pertinent for each individual job application, and streamline your CV accordingly. 4) Your childhood email address After scanning over a highly professional profile and deciding to offer you an interview, an employer will not be impressed to see that ‘Jennylovescats’ at Hotmail.com. If you haven’t already, create a professional email address.   Outlook is a good platform to do this on â€" with your name in an easy to remember format. Also try to avoid names and dates such as Oliver95, as this is a giveaway of your age and may date you as inexperienced. 5) More than 2 pages Whether you’ve trekked the Sahara Desert, mapped a new genome or founded an international company, employers won’t want to read past the second page of your CV. The ability to concisely and coherently translate your skills and experiences into a neat package is a key skill demonstrated by the CV. Writing in a tiny font, and squashing everything together on the page is similarly a mistake, and will mark you down for poor presentation and insufficient streamlining of information.  6) Lies Whilst this may sound pretty obvious, a huge amount of us lie in our CV’s. You may be telling yourself that you’re just bending the truth to present yourself from the best angle possible, but in actuality pretending you were at a certain company longer than you were, or that you had more responsibilities than you actually did will just get you in trouble. Whether at interview or through references, liars are always caught.  Lying is one of the easiest and lowest effort ways of ensuring you won’t get that job you applied for. 7) References Employers will ask for references if and when they want them, at a certain stage in their recruitment process. Including them with your CV just clogs up the process, gives you extra work and makes it appear as though you don’t quite know what you’re doing. 8) Epic prose Keep things short and snappy by bullet pointing the key responsibilities of each of the larger roles you’ve had. Paragraphs of prose are unlikely to be read, and look unprofessional. 9) Unusual formatting Unless you’re applying for a graphic design role where you know a CV with a high level of design skill will be appreciated, steer clear of quirks in your CV. Whilst a funky font, different colour or cool illustration may seem like a good idea at the time, with hindsight you will look back in embarrassment. Catch the eye of the employer with your achievements, not by annoying them with Comic Sans. Alexandra Jane writes for Inspiring Interns, which specialises in finding candidates their perfect  internship. For senior roles, see the Inspiring Search page.

How to Get the Word Out With No Advertising Budget - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

How to Get the Word Out With No Advertising Budget - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Launching your personal brand does not require a large advertising budget in order to get seen. The key is to leverage free marketing and community building methods in order to attain your goals. Having a clear objective along with perseverance and a well planned branding strategy can go a long way. Here are several methods you can use for your personal brands visibility: Build up your social media presence The largest part of your brand’s presence will be on social media, but the key is to know where your target market is active and engaged. Tools to take advantage of are live video, live chats, dedicated hashtags, and professional groups. Maintain a regular flow of content Any brand that wants to attract a larger following needs to have an active blog with great articles that help their audience. Its also a good idea to engage in niche blogs similar to yours and add valuable comments to their blog posts. Host a contest or giveaway People love freebies especially when these are of high value to them. There are a myriad of techniques for this both on social media and your blog. For example, a book giveaway that provides a printed copy for the winners, or a limited time discount for a new product or service. Reach them where they are In today’s social media world most of the action takes place through live video. This is a great way to make a personal connection with your community, and provides an opportunity to build trust and answer their pressing questions. As you learn more about the people who follow you, your brand can offer even a better solution for them. A profitable personal brand understands how to leverage its online entities by building relationships with its community and relying less on automation and paid advertising. You can do something each day to create a stronger and lasting presence that adds value and trust for your loyal brand followers.

A grads eye view managing your job search

A grads eye view managing your job search Theres plenty of information out there to help you  prepare for interviews, but its often the experiences and insights of your peers that resonate most strongly. Esther, a recent Warwick MSc graduate, has taken time out to reflect on her experiences and share her top tips for a successful job search It is not easy to find a graduate level job in this economy, but it is possible. Overall, the people who get graduate-level jobs are not necessarily the most talented, but rather those who are the most ready. This is why you have to be meticulous in your job search strategy. So, here are some tips: Start looking early:  I was lucky to end up with two offers at the end of my Master’s degree, and therefore have the opportunity to choose. But I sent my first CV about a year before I signed my first contract and I sent my application to my current company in March, signing my contract in September. This is why you have to start looking while you are still at Uni. Treat all interviews as good practice:  An interview is like a one-man show. All the spotlights are on you, but the audience has yet to be won over. In order to have a great show, you need to have a lot of rehearsals. You may need a couple of interviews before it becomes routine and you know what questions to expect and what answers to give. Be ambitious but realistic:  You need to aim high, but do not cling to a dream job (or dream company) that you don’t have the capacities to get. You WANT your dream job but you NEED any job in your field. A bird in the hand is better than two in the bush. Aim to get a job in your field first; then you’ll be able to apply to your dream company once you have acquired real experience. Use a list of key words that employers want to hear  (e.g. hard working, team-oriented, ability to multitask, extensive knowledge of……., etc)  and have a short story connected to previous experiences to illustrate each keyword :  It is all about selling yourself. It is up to you to demonstrate that a couple of baby-sitting hours made you an expert in client relations, or that serving beer at a bar for a summer has sharpened your analytical skills. Acing an interview requires a lot of upstream preparation. Do not put something on your resume that you could not talk about for at least 5 minutes.  You do not have to start scratching things from your CV, but think about how each line can serve as an opportunity to showcase skills that the company is looking for. Looking for a job is a full time job:  It is costly in time and money. You need to develop a routine and stick to it if you want to be successful (e.g.: Decide that you have to look for opportunities and send applications from 1 to 4p.m. every day, until you get a job). Debrief in writing every interview that you have:  How long it lasted, what questions they asked, what exercises you were given and what you didn’t know. This will help you avoid making the same mistakes in the future. Excel sheets are a very good tool for this. No matter what happens, always stay on good terms with your interviewers:  A thank you email after an interview process is a must (whatever the outcome of the encounter). I was recently contacted by a company whose first offer I had previously declined a couple of month ago, for a second interview for an even better position. I fully believe this happened because of my tenacity to show politeness and potential corporate spirit throughout the first interview process. Esther graduated from Warwick with an MSc in Biotechnology, Bioprocessing and Business Management and is currently working as a strategy consultant for a company specialising in pharmaceutical consulting.  

5 Ways of Improving your Chances of Promotion - CareerMetis.com

5 Ways of Improving your Chances of Promotion Do you feel you are ready for your next big promotion, but haven’t quite achieved it? What could be holding you back? Do you think that you are deserving of a bigger paycheck than you are? It could be that you haven’t quite made your career goal of 2018 yet, so we have put together a list of ways that you can improve your chances of getting the promotion you deserve.1. Dress to ImpressIn terms of first impressions, how you dress is important and can say a lot about you. Studies show that executives and high-level management decision makes feel that the clothing choices by employees would affect their chances of promotion.evalIf you do happen to work in an office or environment that is fairly casual, then it may not be appropriate to go into work with a suit and tie, but you can find lots of other ways to dressthat will impress your boss. 2. Be Sociable with OthersAlthough you may not always feel like staying behind for after-work activities or feel like being sociable, it’s imp ortant in showing your boss that you care about the workplace and that you care about building strong relationships with others in your team. It could be anything from making sure that you are available for charity days or team days, or that you are part of the regular pub quiz. It shows that you are willing to put time into the company. 3. Behave Like a LeaderIn order to climb up the employment ladder, you need to make sure that you can prove you have good leadership skills. It takes a certain element of confidence to be able to do this and can be something that some people struggle with if they aren’t natural leaders.Getting online career coachingcan be a great way to develop upon this skill and to find out if there are any underlying issues in terms of your confidence levels at the same time. 4. Display the Right AttitudeYour attitude towards work and in general can be a major determining factor in terms of getting a promotion. If you are known for being a little negative and p essimistic â€" these aren’t necessarily qualities that your employer would look for when considering someone to lead a team. You need to ensure that you have a positive mentality and show that you are always on the lookout for positive outcomes, and solutions as opposed to problems.5. Don’t Ask, Don’t GetevalThis one is fairly straight forward. If you don’t have the discussion with your boss that you want to progress and grow within the company, they may not know that that is one of your goals. Don’t be afraid to make it clear that you are looking for some new career opportunities within the organisation. The majority of people who ask for promotions (even if they don’t get the job straight away) â€" get a positive result.

5 Hot Careers in Financial Services - CareerAlley

5 Hot Careers in Financial Services - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. Careers in Financial Services are some of the most challenging and rewarding careers. It is certainly one of the higher-paying industries and the last few years has seen renewed hiring and plenty of opportunities if you know where to look. If you are already working in financial services, thinking about moving into financial services or considering career opportunities, there are some hot careers that you should consider. Careers in Financial Services are some of the most challenging and rewarding careers. It is certainly one of the higher-paying industries with plenty of opportunities if you know where to look. Tweet This Compliance What They Do Compliance Officers oversee the Corporate Compliance Program, functioning as an independent and objective body that reviews and evaluates compliance issues/concerns within the organization. Many of these are driven by regulatory requirements while others are considered best practice. They develop, initiate and maintain policies and procedures for organizations and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct. How Much They Make This, of course, depends on their background and experience. Many compliance officers are trained lawyers and, as such, will command higher compensations. Others who are career compliance may not make as much, but that varies as well. According to USnews.com, the median salary is approximately $60,740. Salary survey here == Compliance Officer Education and Training Requirements Most compliance officers have college degrees and, as indicated above, many of them are trained lawyers. Much, of course, depends on the role. You can find some of the requirements at the following link ==How to Become a Compliance Officer Finding a job Job search links == Compliance Jobs Book Corner The Compliance Officers Handbook Risk Officer What They Do Risk officers are responsible for the governance and management necessary to identify, evaluate, mitigate, and monitor the companys financial risk. Develops /or utilizes financial risk management tools and practices to analyze and report on financial market risks. Monitors the organizations financial risk management policies, limits to ensure that they are in compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards. How Much They Make Compensation has a broad range, depending on the position responsibilities and level. The lower end is approximately $60,000 while management levels are in the mid to high $100,000 range. Salary survey here ==Risk Management Salaries Education and Training Requirements As with most of these positions, a college degree is a must-have (difficult without one). You can find some of the requirements at the following link ==Financial Risk Manager Finding a job Job search links == Financial Risk Management positions Book Corner The Essentials of Risk Management, Second Edition Asset Managers What They Do Asset managers offer financial advice to individuals, organizations, and corporations. While they generally work within a team that includes tax and estate planning professionals, they may also recommend investment portfolio solutions. How Much They Make According to glassdoor.com, the median salary is $75,000 and can go well above $100,000. Salary survey here == Asset Manager Salaries Education and Training Requirements Generally speaking, you dont start your career as an asset manager. You typically work your way up through an organization, providing support to asset management professionals with the goal of becoming one yourself. You can find some of the requirements at the following link ==How to Become an Asset Manager Finding a job Job search links ==Asset Manager jobs Book Corner The Standard for Portfolio Management Image by Photo Mix from Pixabay Investment Banking Analyst What They Do Analysts are typically hired directly out of college and start their career in a training program. Analysts are the lowest level in investment banking and generally do the bulk of the work. They prepare presentations, complex analysis, industry/company research and perform administrative tasks. How Much They Make First-year analysts typically make $70,000 or more. A third-year associate can make upwards of $500,000 (not a misprint). Salary survey here == Investment Banking Salary Compensation, Average Bonus in Banking Education and Training Requirements Doubtful you will get into this line of work without a college degree. The better the school (and your grades), the better your chances. You can find some of the requirements at the following link ==How To Become An Investment Bank Analyst Finding a job Job search links == Investment Banking Analyst Jobs Book Corner How to Get an Equity Research Analyst Job: A Guide to Starting a Career in Asset Management Careers in Financial Services are some of the most challenging and rewarding careers. It is certainly one of the higher paying industries and the last few years has seen renewed hiring and plenty of opportunities if you know where to look. If you are already working in financial services, thinking about moving into financial services or considering career opportunities Financial Auditor What They Do Financial auditors plan audits to assess internal control effectiveness, review compliance with applicable regulations, ensure standard accounting practices and corporate accounting policies are followed and provide recommendations that create greater efficiencies/controls in terms of operations and financial reporting. How Much They Make According to recruiter.com, auditors generally earn between $48,000 and $72,000 depending on experience and industry. Salary survey here == Salary for Auditors Education and Training Requirements You can find some of the requirements at the following link == Finding a job Job search links == Financial Auditor jobs Suggested Reading:Auditing: A Risk Based-Approach to Conducting a Quality Audit (with ACL CD) What's next? Ready to take action? 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Online Resume Writing Classes in Greensboro NC

Online Resume Writing Classes in Greensboro NCIf you're interested in learning how to write a resume then why not consider taking online resume writing classes in Greensboro NC. There are many online resume writing classes that are available and will allow you to learn the art of crafting a resume that will get you an interview.Online resume writing courses will teach you how to put together your own resume. You can also learn how to create your own resume that is specific to your job and the position you are applying for. These courses can also teach you about hiring, interviewing and helping others get hired.You don't have to spend money on paying someone to teach you how to create a resume. It is free to take an online resume writing class in Greensboro NC, but you may find yourself spending more time than you have to on the course if you decide to spend a large amount of money on a course.If you have a friend who has already taken an online course or two, ask them how it went. So me people prefer not to tell their friends that they took a course in resume writing in Greensboro NC because they may not want to tell their friends that they are looking for a job.You can also learn how to craft a resume from the other students who have taken a resume writing class. However, you will find that some of the students will do a better job than others. Since you will be doing most of the work and reading the resume you will need to be able to do a good job.When you take a resume writing class in Greensboro NC, you will learn the proper format for writing a resume. You will also learn how to customize the resume to include the information you want. You will also learn how to include your strengths and the skills that you can bring to the employer's attention.It is possible to earn an income with an online resume writing class in Greensboro NC. However, you may have to take several of these courses to really learn the ropes.Make sure that you check out the schools and re view their resumes before you enroll in one of the resume writing classes in Greensboro NC. Make sure that you check their past grades and see if they have students that are better than you.