How To Make Job Search Fun

How To Make Job Search Fun 1K A 5-step job search strategy that keeps things light. This is a guest post by Tara Goodfellow. If you’d also like to guest post here on JobMob, follow these guest post guidelines. I get it, I really do! Rare is the human that leaps out of bed exclaiming “Holy crap am I so excited. I get to search for a job today!” In fact, for most, the process is about as enjoyable as having a root canal.eval How to Make the Job Search Process More Enjoyable Than a Trip to the Dentist 1) Break it downeval Not as in MC Hammer moves, but if that helps, go for it! The process is large and daunting. Where to begin? Well, at the beginning. Start with a self-evaluation or online assessment to keep things as objective (vs. emotionally driven or reactive) as possible. You want to set yourself up for success, so make an effort to ensure that jobs to which you apply are relevant, of interest, mesh with your personality, fit within your requirements and meet most of your “desirable” components of a job. 2) Call in the troops Ask for help. I’ll say it again: ASK FOR HELP. Why not? Your cousin could know a neighbor that has the best job that hasn’t even been posted yet. How do you know if you don’t ask? Why in the world do you want to make the process even more challenging? Feel awkward asking for help? That’s okay. It’s really not “Hi. I’m unemployed. Whatcha got for me?” It’s more along the lines of perhaps having coffee with a previous colleague, neighbor or friend, sharing your story and stating you’d love to hear their suggestions regarding type of position, suggested companies and/or if they’d mind taking a look at your resume. 3) Stay organized If you launch into a fierce job search, you need to make sure you keep up with the status of each position to which you’ve applied. If you state you’re going to follow up with a recruiter (and you should) be sure to do so. If you’ve created a schedule outlining 3 information sessions/coffee talks with colleagues each week, why, that requires both planning and follow up. It can be overwhelming. Take it one step at a time. To stay organized, use what works best for you. Perhaps it’s an app, an online calendar or you prefer to rock the old school folder option (in my opinion, this is the most effective). 4) Do something fun Bribing is so underrated. Looking for a job will feel like a job. Set yourself up for small rewards. Granted, probably your cash flow is a bit more limited, so I’m not saying take yourself out for a lobster dinner nightly. Perhaps it’s just giving yourself “me” time, a relaxing bath, a run at the park, taking your daughter to lunch, meeting up with a friend, reading a book, etc. Still, if you look forward to it, it helps get you through the tedious parts (say, oh, completing yet another job application!). 5) Learn something new If the job search process is occurring while you’re unemployed, perhaps you find yourself with a little extra time on your hands. Now’s a great time to learn a new skill. Coursera.org and other sites have amazing free courses that are from our nation’s (and other countries, in fact) top schools. It’s an instant ego boost and conversation starter “So, yeah, I’m also taking this Leading Strategic Innovation in Organizations course and thinking about enrolling in Penn State’s Creativity, Innovation and Change. If courses aren’t of interest, what about a new sport or outside activity? If neither is of interest, perhaps consider volunteering. Stay positive, proactive and professional. Easier said than done, absolutely. About the Author Tara Goodfellow is a former C-level executive, hiring manager, IT recruiter, career development instructor, and has held sales and finance positions. She is the managing director of Athena Educational Consultants, Inc. full service career and college coaching firm, and has been featured in The New York Times, the US News World Report and more. Testimonials and other professional information can be viewed at www.consultathena.com and on her LinkedIn profile. Tara is currently training for a Tae Kwon Do high green belt. This article is part of the The $11K 8th Annual JobMob Guest Blogging Contest. If you wantTara Goodfellow to win, share this article with your friends. READ NEXT: How I Enjoyed Unemployment

Looking For a Resume Writing Service in North Brisbane?

Looking For a Resume Writing Service in North Brisbane?If you're looking for a resume writing service in North Brisbane, look no further. Freelance writers can help you get your resume onto the market in the quickest time possible. They understand the importance of getting your resume seen by potential employers. By providing this service, you can be assured that you'll get an interview.North Brisbane is one of the most popular and cosmopolitan areas in Australia. With so many different cultures living side by side, you may find it difficult to get yourself noticed in this competitive business environment. In order to succeed, you need to be skilled in marketing your skills.A career as a freelance writer is a great career opportunity. Not only will you be able to make a substantial income, but you will also have an excellent lifestyle. You'll be working within a professional setting and not in a cubicle. Working with a professional resume writing service is a brilliant way to stand o ut in this competitive business environment.It can be difficult for people coming out of university or with little experience to find work. If you have many years of experience and a decent CV, it can be harder to find employment. In the case of freelancers, they can provide valuable insight into the real needs of employers. They can guide you to a position that is specifically for you. This makes your job search a lot easier.If you have a personal website or a portfolio of your writing, you can list it on the website of a North Brisbane resume writing service. It's important to get yourself noticed by this kind of company because they are the target market. They understand what employers need from a prospective employee. They also know how to talk to employers about your specific skills and experience.Resumes written by professionals are both professional and accurate. It should also be free of errors and be suited to the format of the particular employer. A professional North Bris bane resume writing service can take on your job. All you have to do is to provide them with a general description of your qualifications and the skills you are looking for.If you are seeking work, you can start getting inquiries from potential employers immediately. After you submit your resume, you will be contacted by an employer. This type of job will allow you to network with other freelancers. Before long, you will be hearing about opportunities in different industries that would be perfect for you.If you are interested in being a freelancer, you can get in touch with a freelancer. It's vital that you ensure that you are working with someone who is experienced in the field you are seeking to fill. You don't want to have any issues with your company's credibility.

A Womans Guide To Working With Men [Interview] Classy Career Girl

A Womans Guide To Working With Men [Interview] Classy Career Girl Today I am interviewing Jennifer Crittenden, author of The Discreet Guide for Executive Women: How to Work Well With Men. I know I work with a lot of men at work, so that is why I am very excited to speak with her today,   so thanks so much for being here Jennifer! Working With Men: Interview with Jennifer Crittenden In case you are reading this at work and can’t watch the video, you can read all of the great advice below instead! 1) How can women work better with men in a male dominated work environment? Don’t treat the men as the enemy. I’ve noticed when I was working on my book that there are a number of books out there that do take an adversarial role toward your male colleagues like beat men at their own game or hard ball for women. I don’t think that’s the right approach when you’re in the corporate world. You need to work as a colleague to your male colleagues. The first step that you need to take is to recognize that you’re part of the team and they’re on your side. 2) What is your background? I was in corporate finance for almost 25 years. Because I was in finance, I worked with a lot of bankers and attorneys and those often tended to be men. I started working on the book when I started noticing that my female colleagues didn’t seem to be succeeding as well as I felt that they should, given that they were diligent, intelligent, and well-educated. But, some of their behaviors were not helping them in this male environment. I began observing that sort of mid-way into my career, maybe when I was at director level. By the time I reached my highest level and was in the executive suite, there were no other women. They’d all either stagnated at the level that they were at or they dropped out. And that was very disturbing to me, not only were they not doing very well but they weren’t there anymore.  That’s when I became quite determined to write down some of the things that I felt could better equip women to really succeed and achieve these higher levels that we’d like to see women at in corporate. 3) How can we get noticed and be heard in a room full of men? This is a basic mistake we all make, make sure you are nice and loud. We have smaller bodies and smaller voices and when you’re competing for airtime with guys, with big voices and big bodies, we have to remember that we really actively have to project our voice. So make sure you’re nice and loud. When you’re talking to guys, you must get in quick and get out quick. As women we often have a tendency to introduce our idea in a very polite way, we might compliment the other person what they have just said and suddenly you haven’t got into your point yet when the guy interrupts you! So make sure you get to your point fast and then get out fast. Once you’ve made your point close very obviously by saying, I’m interested to see what you have to say about that. Because we have the tendency to trail off or begin to redirect what we said if someone has interrupted us. And it weakens your point if that happens. It’s very hard for women to be heard at work particularly in meetings. There’s another phenomenon that I’ve talked about, where you say something in a meeting and nobody says anything about it, nobody reacts to it. And then a few minutes later, a guy says the same idea and then everyone says, oh what a wonderful idea. This really makes women so mad. I hear about this all the time. Maybe the idea is kind of developing on a fly. Maybe it wasn’t exactly the idea that you had or he used a word that resonated more with the audience. I think it’s worth going back and kind of dissecting what happened, what you said and why it wasn’t picked up. So that next time when you do want to present an idea, you can present as a little more clearly and get credit for it. You are part of the team and have a voice too. 4) What are some classic mistakes that women make when working with men? It can be a tough environment and so its hard to stay brave. Typically, what will happen to a woman when she starts to struggle a little bit in the workplace is she will begin to withdraw. A lot of times she’ll see a dynamic in which the guys in the team are all kind of in each other’s face, there’s a lot of interaction, activity and they see each other after work. Then there’s a lone female who doesn’t really interact with them very much in an informal way just in meetings or by email. You really have to become part of their network. And you have to let them get to know you personally and not just professionally. That’s one of the hardest things because when you’re the lone female, it can be a little disconcerting but you have to get out there and mix in with all the guys. And the rewards for that are huge because once you’re part of that informal male network, they will come to you. They will include you in meetings in the hallway. They will really value your input but you have to make the first move. 5) If we encounter some bad guys at work that we still must work well with, how do you recommend that we handle it? There are definitely bad guys in corporate America. From liars to bullies to sexual predators. You wouldn’t think that this kind of bad behavior would be tolerated in a workplace, but it is. And when the guys are otherwise performing well and producing, a lot of times companies will look the other way. That can be difficult for their coworkers especially if they are women because a lot of times guys like to pick on women and they seem to treat them as they are just there for their amusement. The bully sometimes won’t bully the guys, but they’ll pick on a woman, for example. The first thing to do is identify who you’re dealing with. In my book, I gave advice on how you recognize somebody who’s a bully, how you recognize somebody who lies to you to manipulate you. There are ways of coping with each of these individual types. The first thing is to try and be empathetic. Its very challenging but often guys and women who misbehave in a workplace do have something a little bit wrong with them, they may have a terrible marriage or they may have a very unhappy childhood. People are often quite twisted. If you can step back instead of being angry at their poor behavior, try and think a little about why they’re behaving that way. You might find it a lot easier to deal with them. The other thing that I would suggest is to try to find one thing about them that you like. One thing, even somebody who’s a jerk, that you can resonate with and you can turn to when he really is acting like a jerk. Sometimes it’s his sense of humor. Sometimes its that he is a good father. I think its useful to have this kind of go-to crutch so you don’t necessarily react to his poor behavior in an emotional way. Its difficult when you feel your tears coming up to know what to do. Other things I do are try to count 1 to 10 from 10 backward. Take a deep breath and try to physically release that tension from your body. 6) How can women get past the glass ceiling at work? One of the things that struck me early was that the male managers were not providing very direct and clear feedback to their female subordinates. That’s a problem because guys coming up to the workplace are getting really good feedback, direct information, and specific constructive criticism about their work. This all really helps them improve and succeed. If the women are not getting that, that can hold them back. We have to make it safe for our male managers to give us feedback.  The ways you can do this is to ask for feedback specifically. When you do get feedback, you can’t react to it emotionally. If you do, that sends a message that I can’t handle this feedback. You want to send a message that I’m liking this feedback I am glad you’re telling me it especially if you did something wrong because now I can get better. I think women who played sports that often come intuitively to them because they’ve been coached so they know what it’s like to be told something wrong and how to put that feedback in action and improve yourself, which can be rewarding. We have to make it clear that we like getting feedback and make it safe for them to give it.  It’s all up to us to do it. They’re really are a lot of bad managers out there and We have to make it clear that we like getting feedback and make it safe for them to give it.  It’s all up to us to do it. They’re really are a lot of bad managers out there and usually, male managers are kind of afraid of their female subordinates,  They won’t interact with them the same way that they do with men. They don’t have these informal exchanges like they do with their male subordinates. She’s not going to make it to the highest levels until she gets the same kind of support and feedback like the guys do. 7) This question I ask at the end of all of my interviews, what do you wish you would have known when you were a young professional woman just starting out in her career? In the LinkedIn discussion group, somebody asked if you can go back in time at the beginning of your career what would it be? And it had hundreds or thousands of comments from women. It’s really quite moving to read all those comments because there’s a common thread that runs through them and it is: to be brave, have faith in yourself, follow your heart, you know more than you think and I feel the same way. When I went back to graduate school, I’m so sorry that I didn’t engage more that I didn’t stick my hand in the air more. I was pretty insecure. I didn’t have a business background. I wasn’t sure that I really belonged in business school. As a result, I think I learned less than I could have and made less of an impact. And goes to your first job, too. The combination of courage and common sense is such a powerful combination. Be brave. Trust yourself. You know more than you think.  7)  If people want to learn more about you where can they find you online? The book is called the discreet guide for executive women. My website is Discreetguide.com. I’m also on twitter now. I’m working on another topic about communication and gender. I am particularly interested in sports language at work because I hear so many sports metaphors  working with men.

Job Search Etiquette 5 Mistakes To Avoid - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Job Search Etiquette 5 Mistakes To Avoid - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career With 84% of employed professionals active seeking a different career opportunity and nearly 14 Million Americans unemployed, there is an abundance of job seekers in today’s market.   In a market more competitive than The Great Depression, savvy job seekers need to have their manners as polished as their shoes. Polish your impression To help polish your job search etiquette, here are 5 Job Search Etiquette Mistakes to Avoid: Mistake #1: Arriving late. In the days of Garmin, Google Maps and apps for everything from an iPhone to Droid and Blackberry, there’s simply no good reason for showing up late anywhere these days. Strolling in 10 minutes late to an interview because of traffic, weather or even an accident is avoidable. Job seekers that arrive late give an impression that this behavior may be their modus operandi if hired. Mistake #2: Too comfy, too fast. If the interviewer offers personal information, wonderful; find a way to direct the conversation back to a professional nature. Divulging that you spent the weekend at a bachelor party hitting the local “juice” bars until 3a.m. will leave a memorable impression, but is unlikely to be the impression that ends up landing you the job. Mistake #3: Open Bar, Open Behavior. With networking accounting for 80% of the jobs landing in today’s market, events that include alcohol are commonplace for job seekers. Make 1 drink your limit to maintain your professional composure at all times. Mistake #4: Act like you’re dining with your best friends during an interview over a meal. Many higher-level positions will include an interview over a meal precisely to review your manners and public behavior. Avoid ordering pastas with lots of sauce and meals that require you to use your fingers (e.g. ribs). It’s best to avoid ordering alcoholic drinks, even if the host orders one. Always be polite to the wait staff as well. Mistake #5: Forget the thank you note. Each person you interview with, and the administrative assistant that schedules your interviews, should receive a thank you note. Spend a few minutes to personalize the note to each person and make sure to drop it in the mail within 24 hours. Yes, the mail. Sending a handwritten thank you note, along with an email thank you note, will show that you know the value of a quality business communication and put you above the crowd. Spend a few minutes polishing up your job search etiquette and you’ll quickly notice yourself at the front of the crowd. Author: Adriana Llames is a veteran career coach and acclaimed author of Career Sudoku: 9 Ways to Win the Job Search Game, released with top book seller Amazon.com. She is creator of   “HR In-A-Box,” a Human Resources software product helping small businesses across America and a professional keynote speaker motivating and inspiring audiences with her focused programs on “9 Ways to Win the Job Search Game”, “Confessions of a Career Coach” and “Nice Girls End Up on Welfare.” For more information, visit www.adrianallames.com

The Seven Things That Should Jump Out at You When Youre Writing a Technical Writing-Resume Example

The Seven Things That Should Jump Out at You When You're Writing a Technical Writing-Resume ExampleIf you have never considered creating a technical writing resume example, it is certainly time to start. The examples you produce will be the first step towards your landing the job of your dreams. Here are a few things you should look for in an example:The first thing that should jump out at you is the common technical writing problem. This is usually represented by the main problem of a computer-related company (where you would be applying for employment). For example, a common problem could be that they don't want to train their new employees. In other words, they can't be bothered to teach their employees how to use computers or work with one.The second thing that should jump out at you is that the list of problems is lengthy. Also, there isn't much indication of what to do in order to solve the problems. You should always include a list of problems and solutions in your resume. The solution to a problem is really just a matter of finding the problem and addressing it.The third thing that should jump out at you is that the technical writing resume example includes too much information. You can tell when it is too much because you might be forced to devote a good deal of time doing research. Additionally, you should always have enough information to support your job application. All you need to do is provide a short description and list the skills you have. Doing this will give the employer an idea of how much value you add to the company.The fourth thing that should jump out at you is that the technical writing resume example is excessively long. In other words, you can tell when it is a problem when the information is too long. This is also true of your cover letter.The fifth thing that should jump out at you is that the technical writing resume example doesn't focus on your skills. They don't emphasize your strong points and they don't talk about the areas y ou lack. Instead, the examples highlight the 'weak' areas of you as a candidate. It is your job to explain why these weak points don't show you as a match for the job. If you do this, you can greatly increase your chances of being called in for an interview.The sixth thing that should jump out at you is that the technical writing resume example does not discuss the actual job you want. It is important to emphasize your strengths because employers want to hire people who have something that makes them stand out. They don't want to hire someone who has the same job qualifications as another candidate. You should always have strong points.The seventh thing that should jump out at you is that the technical writing resume example doesn't list your skills. You shouldn't have a resume without a list of skills. The employer wants to hire someone who has specific skills rather than someone who has general knowledge in several areas. When you do this, you can greatly increase your chances of getting the job.

7 Tips for GMAT Success While Working Full Time CareerMetis.com

7 Tips for GMAT Success While Working Full Time Taking the GMAT while working full time can be very challenging. If you are a professional that works an average of 8 hours a day, the prospect of studying and scoring well on the GMAT may seem insurmountable. This article explores the general content of the test and offers a few smart tips for success on the GMAT while working full time.What to Expect on the GMATTheGMATThe actual exam is computer based. Verbal and math question difficulty is determined using a computer adaptive algorithm. This means that if you answer a question correctly, your next question will be a little harder.Likewise, if you answer the question incorrectly, your next question will be a little easier. Over time, the computer adaptive program will hone in on your natural ability level for each test section which will be reflected in your final score.This means early questions count more than later questions on the test. Early questions are more important because early questions trigger larger incremental up or down movements as the adaptive algorithm is determining your true ability level. So make sure you focus closely on the early questions in each section.Major Test SectionsThe GMAT is broken into 4 major topic areas: Analytical Writing, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Verbal Reasoning.1) Analytical Writing Assessment This section measures your ability to analyze an argument. The student needs to write a critique of an argument within 30 minutes. The topics typically focus on business related issues that would be familiar to a wide audience.You will be graded on the quality of your arguments addressed in your written response. Although a computer grades your essay response, you do have the option of requesting a human to grade your essay for an additional fee.2) Integrated ReasoningIntegrated reasoning measures your ability to analyze information from different sources. The challenging aspect of this section is that questions test both your math and verbal reasoning s kills. Ultimately your goal is to take a large amount of information and quickly recognize the most important elements.evalThis section includes 12 questions and you have a 30 minute time limit.3) Quantitative ReasoningThis section measures your ability to solve arithmetic, basic algebra, and basic geometry problems. While that may sound easy, this section is harder than you might think due to the unique question types.The first question type, problem solving, represents problem types you might be familiar with from other standardized tests. These are the standard problems with multiple choice answers.However, the second problem type, data sufficiency, represents a more challenging question type, unique to the GMAT. These questions ask you to determine whether you can answer a given question with the information provided to you. These questions are designed to test your logic skills.evalMake sure you spend extra time getting used to these question types because they require a much d ifferent thought process than standard problem solving questions.You have 62 minutes to complete 31 questions in this section. That means you have just two minutes to answer each question.4) Verbal ReasoningThe verbal reasoning section measures your ability to read and evaluate arguments. You will find three major question types in this section: reading comprehension, critical reasoning, and sentence correction.Success on the verbal section requires regular practice because you only have 1.8 minutes to answer all 36 questions.For more information, see our detailed GMATguide.GMAT Study TipsSource â€" DepositPhotos.comTip 1: Take a Practice Test before StudyingevalBefore cracking a single prep book, take one full exam when you have three and half hours of free time. After finishing the first exam, score your test and closely examine your performance in each major test section.This will be your starting barometer that will guide your study plan. Focus on your weakest areas first and le ave your strongest areas for last. The goal is to combine studying and regularly practicing test questions to cement the information in your mind through repetition.After completing a full cycle of practice questions and studying for each section, re-take a full practice exam and compare it to your original results. If you don’t see substantial improvement, you may need to consider a tutor or other study strategies.Tip 2: Create a Personalized StrategyWhen it comes to the GMAT, no single study strategy meets everyone’s needs. Start by looking at your weekly schedule. When do you get home from work? How much time do you have to study in the evenings compared to the weekends?evalMost people find they have 2 or 3 hours of extra time in the evenings and larger blocks of free time during the weekends. Schedule your free time each week and stick to those times consistently.Set dates and deadline for your study time. Time management and consistency are critical when prepping for the ex am. Focus on one major test section at a time. Once you have mastered each section, take a quiz or practice test every two or three days to keep your skills sharp.Keep in mind that most students take an average of 3 to 6 months to prepare for this test. The time you will need is dependent on your personal work schedule and free time.Tip 3: Maximize your TimeInstead of focusing on all subjects evenly, focus on your mistakes. It’s easy to practice sections that are easy for us because it offers positive self-reinforcement. The problem is it’s not an efficient use of your time, especially when most of your day is already take up with full time work.By focusing on your mistakes, you will realize more improvement in a shorter time period than by focusing on everything.evalTip 4: The Power of FlashcardsOne of the most effective ways to rapidly memorize new material is to regularly use flashcards. Creating flashcards is an inexpensive and convenient way of memorizing new information th roughout the day.Organize your flashcards by major test section and drop them in your work bag. Take them out whenever you have a 5 or 10 minute break at work. If you keep the habit up, you might be surprised at how quickly you can memorize the most important concepts for each test section.Tip 5: Practice Test Questions Daily evalHow many times do you check your social media a day? Instead of checking your phone or the internet, use the time to practice a few extra questions.The easiest way to do this is with your phone. Most of the major test prep companies offer a downloadable app right on your phone. These apps are a simple way to practice a few extra questions any time you have a little down time at the office.Tip 6: Track your Progress and Reward YourselfThe best way to track your progress is by keeping a simple notebook or making use of the diagnostic information offered by some of the online practice test programs. Write down your scores on practice tests and keep track of th em over time. Keep track of your weakest topics and spend extra time on those sections.Whenever you see major improvements, make sure to take a break and do something you enjoy. Positive reinforcement is critical for success. Likewise, negative reinforcement can be catastrophic to your final score.Tip 7: Visualize your SuccessGoal setting is critical. Why do you want to take the GMAT? What school would do you want to be accepted into? What type of job do you want after you graduate?Make sure you have answers to those questions. Once you know your answers, regularly visualize those goals. You might be shocked at how common it is to meet and even exceed your goals when your regularly visualize your success.

Get a Job Promotion

Get a Job Promotion Are you hampered by a large volume of email every day? Do you go on a  business trip and return to a couple hundred new emails waiting for you? Do you feel buried by all the urgent action items that come your way? Do you feel that you never get to your to do items from yesterday? How about the week before? the month before? Well, imagine how your Director or Vice President feels!? He or she has more responsibility and larger action items than most. Plus, they get a lot more email. Therefore when you email an executive you have to use the right method or it might not get read. Ready for the surprise: effective emails to executives will often get you recognized as someone ready for a job promotion! Here are 4 rules to follow when emailing executives: Lead with the bottom line If you need your VP to do something or know something, then state it right upfront. Executives dont have the time to sift through your entire email looking for the takeaway or action item. Give your executive the opportunity to quickly understand your message, form their opinion or questions, reply and clear the email out of their inbox. One organization I worked for used the BLOT approach (Bottom Line on Top). At the top of each email you wrote BLOT: and a one sentence description of what the email was about or what action was needed. KISS: keep it short and sweet Keep the overall email very short. 50 100 words is great but try not to exceed 250. When you see a long email you naturally pass on it because you dont want it to slow down your progress of cleaning out your email. Executives are the same way they would rather process 50 emails in 10 minutes instead of really reading 2 or 3 long ones during that time. Minimize sentence length Your executive wants to scan messages as much as possible. Wordy sentences slow that down. Take a few extra seconds to craft your point in fewer words. If your sentence is cumbersome then restructure the sequence of verbs and nouns. Also, break up your sentence into more than one each sentence should make a single point. Dont write for a 3rd grader but rather write in sounds bytes that are easy to scan and process quickly. Drop attachments If youve created a document that presents your information, consider moving the relevant parts to the email. You can do this as a screen shot of your document or pasted text at the bottom of your email. Its also extremely helpful to keep your message simple and reference the additional information below your signature. This lets your VP/Director quickly understand the purpose of your message and choose when to digest the supporting info. Driving someone to an attachment or link drops the chance of your email being read. A promotion is waiting for you At this point are you thinking the best strategy is to just avoid sending emails to anyone whose title is Director or Vice President? From a promotion perspective, that is just as big of a mistake. You need to be catching the attention of those who make promotions if you want one. Thus, the only option is to craft effective business communications. Trying to get a promotion begins on your first day on the job. You are constantly showing your superiors that you are worthy of a career promotion. Every phone call, presentation and email is an example of your ability to do the job at the next level. Take every email seriously and take a bit more time on the ones to your executives, including your boss both good and bad business communication skills and written communication skills are noticed! Why do all these things matter? An efficient, succinct email tells your VP that you respect his/her time. He or she will then be happy to read your emails because he/she can process them quickly. These good email-writing habits will be appreciated and respected by other team members and give you the reputation for being a good communicator.

Posting Your Resume Online

Posting Your Resume Online In this new digital age, more and more employers are turning to the Internet for their hiring needs. Whether posting open positions on a company owned website, utilizing job boards or social media, job seekers are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of understanding how to post resumes online. Because of the various formats that are needed, developing a strong portfolio of resumes is critical for those hoping to find the perfect new job. Take a minute to consider the different forms of resumes. Electronic, print, plain text and full HTML are the most popular options. The reasons for the various forms are simple: prospective employers use a variety of tools to collect and collate resumes. Deciding which is appropriate and properly formatting it is critical for success. The traditional print resume (like Microsoft Word, for example) often doesnt translate well online. Because of this job seekers are encouraged to develop a variety of electronic formats for their resume. Text: A simple text resume that focuses less on fancy formatting and more on presenting clear details is a must. Resume writers also call this an ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange). This format is ideal for posting resumes into formats on websites. While it is still important to review the post, sticking with a clean text format often removes many of the formatting issues seen. Email: Even more basic than the text format, creating an email ready resume takes into consideration line spacing rules often imposed by email providers. Often a simple matter of tweaking a copy of the text resume, creating an email ready version allows you to post your resume directly in the body of an email. HTML: As more and more people turn to the Internet for their business needs, many are creating HTML resumes. This is perfect for those that wish to create an electronic portfolio of their work. A word of caution: providing too much information is an easy pitfall of the HTML resume as is simply creating a flashy version of your resume. Only utilize the HTML format if you have basic HTML knowledge. It is important to acknowledge that where you post your resume online is almost as important as the format it takes. While it may seem like a good idea to attach your resume to a personal website or social media profile, remember that doing so gives potential employers access to all sorts of information that is often best kept private. Marital status, past health issues, ethnicity, political leanings and more can often be found directly on a personal website. It is best to avoid giving potential employers access to this information too early in the process. In a world where technology is quickly becoming a necessity, not understanding the basic differences in formats is a big mistake. A poorly formatted resume can make you look disinterested and technologically inept. Be sure to spend the appropriate amount of tie developing resume formats to ensure your resume makes the statement you want it to.