Saturday, May 30, 2020
Reactions
The Resume Experiment (2 of 5) â" First Impressions/Reactions One of the reasons I wanted to have the two groups participate is because one group prepares resumes for a living, and the other group is a resume gatekeeper. It was interesting to see how the recruiter responses differed from resume writers. Recruiters, the gatekeepers, are accustomed to seeing lots of resumes. How many? Ive had recruiters tell me they get hundreds of resumes a day. Unsolicited resumes. Resumes that dont have anything to do with their niche specialty, or current opportunities. To them this is noise. Wonder why you dont get a reply back? Or the phone call you are waiting for? Because they already have a full-time job where are they going to fit in the time to personally respond to 200+ unsolicited non-matches each day?? (I know, its harsh, and I dont like it either. Maybe there is another way. But its the reality and I first experienced it last year in my job search when I was working with 30 recruiters.) Part I Recruiters So these three recruiters that participated are playing the nice guy friend. That is, they see a resume that needs work and they actually help our John Doe. Reactions where similar by each of them: Carl Chapmans reaction can be read in full on his blog (its quite comprehensive). The title of his post tells you what his initial impression was: Ripping up the most important resume in the world your own from his blog: The first thing that catches me is how dull and unattractive to the eye the resume is. It is just too, too plain. No one is going to spend much time looking at the meat of the resume if the initial presentation doesnââ¬â¢t grab the readerââ¬â¢s attention. I would have filed the thing in the circular file and fired off a canââ¬â¢t help email to the potential candidate. ââ¬â You must make your resume visually appealing enough that the reader will take time to dig in enough to see if you have a skill set that they need. Daniel Sweet of FRACAT (Free Resume And Career Toolbox) had a similar first impression his title is The Red Ink Flows Like Blood: JibberJobber Resume Massacre regarding how he looks at a new resume: When I first get a resume, I do what I like to call an ââ¬Å"HR Glanceâ⬠at it. That is, I assume that I donââ¬â¢t know much about the position that Iââ¬â¢m recruiting for. Some of you may think that this observation is unkind. And you may be right. However, having my livelihood dependent on HR people from time to time, I also know that it is accurate. So, let me tell you what is going through the average, low-end, not very long out of school, corporate HR type when they look at this resume: ââ¬Å"Uhhhhhhhâ⬠¦..dunnoâ⬠followed by the ââ¬Å"deleteâ⬠key and the next resume. A more astute HR person or recruiter will see a generic resume that says: ââ¬Å"I Donââ¬â¢t Know What I Want To Do With My Life. Would You Please Figure It Out For Me?â⬠Steve Levy of The Recruiting Edge has similar initial impressions. His post is titled The Great Resume Massacre (Dr. Evil laugh). What I like about Steves feedback is that he walks us through his thought process, and its a little different. Can you assume that all processes are the same? You have one chance to get past the first test do everything right so that you make it through to the next step! From Steves post: Donââ¬â¢t know why but I always read resumes from back to front. Dont assume they follow a how to read resumes book. Your customer may be quirky, but he is still your customer. Contact info at the end? [Jason: Ill talk about formatting in a later post, but this is a good catch you can be creative and break whatever rules you want, but if you arent getting results (aka, interviews) then fall back in line with best practices] The phrases strategic business partner and available upon request do the same thing to me ââ¬â I wonder if the person uttering these really can walk and chew gum at the same time. Uh oh. Ive had the opportunity to deliver a first impression, and that impression is going to put me right into the garbage can Why are the skills at the end of the resume? Why isnââ¬â¢t there a summary at the top, a place where you highlight your skills and accomplishments in 1-2 short paragraphs? [Jason: Again, Ill talk about formatting later but this is first-impression time and John Doe is blowing it.] Why do I share the recruiter perspective here? Because this is who you send your resume to. I imagine the HR response would be pretty much the same. Know your audience. Write to your audience. Dazzle your audience. DO NOT forget that there is a person on the other end of the e-mail, and part of their routine is to decide what to do with each of the 200+ resumes they get each day. What are you going to do to have your resume pass the smell test? One parting thought One of these three recruiters wrote this to me: By the end of the post, I felt like I had beat up on the guy so much that it was inappropriate. Were not here to tease, or make John Doe feel like crap. Its not about beating you up. Its about helping you understand what the guy on the other end of the e-mail is thinking so that you can move forward. Part II Resume Writers (heres a current post by Louise Fletcher on hiring a professional) Here are Alison Doyles initial thoughts: What type of job is he looking for? Thats my first question, because his experience is a little scattered. As far as the resume, from my perspective it needs a total overhaul. If theres a way to work in some strategic level responsibilities and up it a notch, that would help billing support, copy writing, etc. sound like a lower level position. Also, Im wondering if there is a way to merge the company Y/Z lists to address the perspective (at first glance) that hes job hopping. What he needs to do is focus on customer service i.e. in his position descriptions. My first thought in looking at the resume, was that it wasnt clear to me what type of position the resume writer was seeking. He has lots of good experience, but its in a lot of different areas. The resume needs to be targeted and focused on the career field/positions that he is interested. From Barbara Safani: The candidate is communicating tasks rather than accomplishments. The candidateââ¬â¢s current resume does nothing to distinguish him from his competition. Lots of people have skill sets similar to this candidate. What makes him different? Imagine you are buying a new productâ⬠¦letââ¬â¢s say itââ¬â¢s a dishwasherâ⬠¦every brand has its own pitchâ⬠¦some dishwashers save water, some are better for the environment, some are faster, some are quieterâ⬠¦you get the picture. The consumer buys one of the dishwashers based on the product benefits, not its featuresâ⬠¦they all wash the dishesâ⬠¦the consumer needs to decide which dishwasher provides the most benefits to them. Itââ¬â¢s hard for the audience to get a quick read on all this candidate has to offer. Most people look at the top third of the first page of the resume. This candidate has a lot of great information on page two that needs to be incorporated into page one to give the reader a more comprehensive view of his competencies. I have no doubt that this candidate is great at what he does. But he needs to find ways to showcase his value over and over again throughout the document in order to get the phone to ring. From Billie Sucher: This resume does not need a tune-up; it needs a major overhaul. I would not be doing your friend / contact any favors by saying his resume was great; the workplace will teach him differently. I am all about helping someone get what they want, need, etc. in a fair, reasonable, professional, and caring mannerâ⬠¦ From Louise Kursmark: His resume is completely lacking in the details and specific accomplishments that are essential to attract attention. From Jason, regarding professional resume writers. The comments from the last post were interesting, including those that have absolutely no faith in resume writers. I understand Ive heard this from recruiters, regular people, etc. I think a real, qualified resume expert is worth their weight in gold especially considering their entire focus is to develop a professional document that helps you get into interviews. Ive said it before, if I had professional resume help I would have had a job a long time ago (alas, JibberJobber would not have gotten this far, so thank goodness my resume sucked)! Jasons Final Thoughts You can ignore the first impressions, but Ive heard the person looking at your resume will spend less than 10 seconds before they make a decision (save/toss). Please think about what 10-second impression your resume is giving the decision-maker if you dont get past them you dont get to see the hiring manager (yes, there are exceptions to this thats for another series!). The Resume Experiment Series Post I Introduction Post II First Impressions/Reactions (todays post) Post III Formatting (Wednesday) Post IV Content (Thursday) Post V Wrap-Up (Friday) Checkout the job searchJobCentral. The Resume Experiment (2 of 5) â" First Impressions/Reactions One of the reasons I wanted to have the two groups participate is because one group prepares resumes for a living, and the other group is a resume gatekeeper. It was interesting to see how the recruiter responses differed from resume writers. Recruiters, the gatekeepers, are accustomed to seeing lots of resumes. How many? Ive had recruiters tell me they get hundreds of resumes a day. Unsolicited resumes. Resumes that dont have anything to do with their niche specialty, or current opportunities. To them this is noise. Wonder why you dont get a reply back? Or the phone call you are waiting for? Because they already have a full-time job where are they going to fit in the time to personally respond to 200+ unsolicited non-matches each day?? (I know, its harsh, and I dont like it either. Maybe there is another way. But its the reality and I first experienced it last year in my job search when I was working with 30 recruiters.) Part I Recruiters So these three recruiters that participated are playing the nice guy friend. That is, they see a resume that needs work and they actually help our John Doe. Reactions where similar by each of them: Carl Chapmans reaction can be read in full on his blog (its quite comprehensive). The title of his post tells you what his initial impression was: Ripping up the most important resume in the world your own from his blog: The first thing that catches me is how dull and unattractive to the eye the resume is. It is just too, too plain. No one is going to spend much time looking at the meat of the resume if the initial presentation doesnââ¬â¢t grab the readerââ¬â¢s attention. I would have filed the thing in the circular file and fired off a canââ¬â¢t help email to the potential candidate. ââ¬â You must make your resume visually appealing enough that the reader will take time to dig in enough to see if you have a skill set that they need. Daniel Sweet of FRACAT (Free Resume And Career Toolbox) had a similar first impression his title is The Red Ink Flows Like Blood: JibberJobber Resume Massacre regarding how he looks at a new resume: When I first get a resume, I do what I like to call an ââ¬Å"HR Glanceâ⬠at it. That is, I assume that I donââ¬â¢t know much about the position that Iââ¬â¢m recruiting for. Some of you may think that this observation is unkind. And you may be right. However, having my livelihood dependent on HR people from time to time, I also know that it is accurate. So, let me tell you what is going through the average, low-end, not very long out of school, corporate HR type when they look at this resume: ââ¬Å"Uhhhhhhhâ⬠¦..dunnoâ⬠followed by the ââ¬Å"deleteâ⬠key and the next resume. A more astute HR person or recruiter will see a generic resume that says: ââ¬Å"I Donââ¬â¢t Know What I Want To Do With My Life. Would You Please Figure It Out For Me?â⬠Steve Levy of The Recruiting Edge has similar initial impressions. His post is titled The Great Resume Massacre (Dr. Evil laugh). What I like about Steves feedback is that he walks us through his thought process, and its a little different. Can you assume that all processes are the same? You have one chance to get past the first test do everything right so that you make it through to the next step! From Steves post: Donââ¬â¢t know why but I always read resumes from back to front. Dont assume they follow a how to read resumes book. Your customer may be quirky, but he is still your customer. Contact info at the end? [Jason: Ill talk about formatting in a later post, but this is a good catch you can be creative and break whatever rules you want, but if you arent getting results (aka, interviews) then fall back in line with best practices] The phrases strategic business partner and available upon request do the same thing to me ââ¬â I wonder if the person uttering these really can walk and chew gum at the same time. Uh oh. Ive had the opportunity to deliver a first impression, and that impression is going to put me right into the garbage can Why are the skills at the end of the resume? Why isnââ¬â¢t there a summary at the top, a place where you highlight your skills and accomplishments in 1-2 short paragraphs? [Jason: Again, Ill talk about formatting later but this is first-impression time and John Doe is blowing it.] Why do I share the recruiter perspective here? Because this is who you send your resume to. I imagine the HR response would be pretty much the same. Know your audience. Write to your audience. Dazzle your audience. DO NOT forget that there is a person on the other end of the e-mail, and part of their routine is to decide what to do with each of the 200+ resumes they get each day. What are you going to do to have your resume pass the smell test? One parting thought One of these three recruiters wrote this to me: By the end of the post, I felt like I had beat up on the guy so much that it was inappropriate. Were not here to tease, or make John Doe feel like crap. Its not about beating you up. Its about helping you understand what the guy on the other end of the e-mail is thinking so that you can move forward. Part II Resume Writers (heres a current post by Louise Fletcher on hiring a professional) Here are Alison Doyles initial thoughts: What type of job is he looking for? Thats my first question, because his experience is a little scattered. As far as the resume, from my perspective it needs a total overhaul. If theres a way to work in some strategic level responsibilities and up it a notch, that would help billing support, copy writing, etc. sound like a lower level position. Also, Im wondering if there is a way to merge the company Y/Z lists to address the perspective (at first glance) that hes job hopping. What he needs to do is focus on customer service i.e. in his position descriptions. My first thought in looking at the resume, was that it wasnt clear to me what type of position the resume writer was seeking. He has lots of good experience, but its in a lot of different areas. The resume needs to be targeted and focused on the career field/positions that he is interested. From Barbara Safani: The candidate is communicating tasks rather than accomplishments. The candidateââ¬â¢s current resume does nothing to distinguish him from his competition. Lots of people have skill sets similar to this candidate. What makes him different? Imagine you are buying a new productâ⬠¦letââ¬â¢s say itââ¬â¢s a dishwasherâ⬠¦every brand has its own pitchâ⬠¦some dishwashers save water, some are better for the environment, some are faster, some are quieterâ⬠¦you get the picture. The consumer buys one of the dishwashers based on the product benefits, not its featuresâ⬠¦they all wash the dishesâ⬠¦the consumer needs to decide which dishwasher provides the most benefits to them. Itââ¬â¢s hard for the audience to get a quick read on all this candidate has to offer. Most people look at the top third of the first page of the resume. This candidate has a lot of great information on page two that needs to be incorporated into page one to give the reader a more comprehensive view of his competencies. I have no doubt that this candidate is great at what he does. But he needs to find ways to showcase his value over and over again throughout the document in order to get the phone to ring. From Billie Sucher: This resume does not need a tune-up; it needs a major overhaul. I would not be doing your friend / contact any favors by saying his resume was great; the workplace will teach him differently. I am all about helping someone get what they want, need, etc. in a fair, reasonable, professional, and caring mannerâ⬠¦ From Louise Kursmark: His resume is completely lacking in the details and specific accomplishments that are essential to attract attention. From Jason, regarding professional resume writers. The comments from the last post were interesting, including those that have absolutely no faith in resume writers. I understand Ive heard this from recruiters, regular people, etc. I think a real, qualified resume expert is worth their weight in gold especially considering their entire focus is to develop a professional document that helps you get into interviews. Ive said it before, if I had professional resume help I would have had a job a long time ago (alas, JibberJobber would not have gotten this far, so thank goodness my resume sucked)! Jasons Final Thoughts You can ignore the first impressions, but Ive heard the person looking at your resume will spend less than 10 seconds before they make a decision (save/toss). Please think about what 10-second impression your resume is giving the decision-maker if you dont get past them you dont get to see the hiring manager (yes, there are exceptions to this thats for another series!). The Resume Experiment Series Post I Introduction Post II First Impressions/Reactions (todays post) Post III Formatting (Wednesday) Post IV Content (Thursday) Post V Wrap-Up (Friday) Checkout the job searchJobCentral. The Resume Experiment (2 of 5) â" First Impressions/Reactions One of the reasons I wanted to have the two groups participate is because one group prepares resumes for a living, and the other group is a resume gatekeeper. It was interesting to see how the recruiter responses differed from resume writers. Recruiters, the gatekeepers, are accustomed to seeing lots of resumes. How many? Ive had recruiters tell me they get hundreds of resumes a day. Unsolicited resumes. Resumes that dont have anything to do with their niche specialty, or current opportunities. To them this is noise. Wonder why you dont get a reply back? Or the phone call you are waiting for? Because they already have a full-time job where are they going to fit in the time to personally respond to 200+ unsolicited non-matches each day?? (I know, its harsh, and I dont like it either. Maybe there is another way. But its the reality and I first experienced it last year in my job search when I was working with 30 recruiters.) Part I Recruiters So these three recruiters that participated are playing the nice guy friend. That is, they see a resume that needs work and they actually help our John Doe. Reactions where similar by each of them: Carl Chapmans reaction can be read in full on his blog (its quite comprehensive). The title of his post tells you what his initial impression was: Ripping up the most important resume in the world your own from his blog: The first thing that catches me is how dull and unattractive to the eye the resume is. It is just too, too plain. No one is going to spend much time looking at the meat of the resume if the initial presentation doesnââ¬â¢t grab the readerââ¬â¢s attention. I would have filed the thing in the circular file and fired off a canââ¬â¢t help email to the potential candidate. ââ¬â You must make your resume visually appealing enough that the reader will take time to dig in enough to see if you have a skill set that they need. Daniel Sweet of FRACAT (Free Resume And Career Toolbox) had a similar first impression his title is The Red Ink Flows Like Blood: JibberJobber Resume Massacre regarding how he looks at a new resume: When I first get a resume, I do what I like to call an ââ¬Å"HR Glanceâ⬠at it. That is, I assume that I donââ¬â¢t know much about the position that Iââ¬â¢m recruiting for. Some of you may think that this observation is unkind. And you may be right. However, having my livelihood dependent on HR people from time to time, I also know that it is accurate. So, let me tell you what is going through the average, low-end, not very long out of school, corporate HR type when they look at this resume: ââ¬Å"Uhhhhhhhâ⬠¦..dunnoâ⬠followed by the ââ¬Å"deleteâ⬠key and the next resume. A more astute HR person or recruiter will see a generic resume that says: ââ¬Å"I Donââ¬â¢t Know What I Want To Do With My Life. Would You Please Figure It Out For Me?â⬠Steve Levy of The Recruiting Edge has similar initial impressions. His post is titled The Great Resume Massacre (Dr. Evil laugh). What I like about Steves feedback is that he walks us through his thought process, and its a little different. Can you assume that all processes are the same? You have one chance to get past the first test do everything right so that you make it through to the next step! From Steves post: Donââ¬â¢t know why but I always read resumes from back to front. Dont assume they follow a how to read resumes book. Your customer may be quirky, but he is still your customer. Contact info at the end? [Jason: Ill talk about formatting in a later post, but this is a good catch you can be creative and break whatever rules you want, but if you arent getting results (aka, interviews) then fall back in line with best practices] The phrases strategic business partner and available upon request do the same thing to me ââ¬â I wonder if the person uttering these really can walk and chew gum at the same time. Uh oh. Ive had the opportunity to deliver a first impression, and that impression is going to put me right into the garbage can Why are the skills at the end of the resume? Why isnââ¬â¢t there a summary at the top, a place where you highlight your skills and accomplishments in 1-2 short paragraphs? [Jason: Again, Ill talk about formatting later but this is first-impression time and John Doe is blowing it.] Why do I share the recruiter perspective here? Because this is who you send your resume to. I imagine the HR response would be pretty much the same. Know your audience. Write to your audience. Dazzle your audience. DO NOT forget that there is a person on the other end of the e-mail, and part of their routine is to decide what to do with each of the 200+ resumes they get each day. What are you going to do to have your resume pass the smell test? One parting thought One of these three recruiters wrote this to me: By the end of the post, I felt like I had beat up on the guy so much that it was inappropriate. Were not here to tease, or make John Doe feel like crap. Its not about beating you up. Its about helping you understand what the guy on the other end of the e-mail is thinking so that you can move forward. Part II Resume Writers (heres a current post by Louise Fletcher on hiring a professional) Here are Alison Doyles initial thoughts: What type of job is he looking for? Thats my first question, because his experience is a little scattered. As far as the resume, from my perspective it needs a total overhaul. If theres a way to work in some strategic level responsibilities and up it a notch, that would help billing support, copy writing, etc. sound like a lower level position. Also, Im wondering if there is a way to merge the company Y/Z lists to address the perspective (at first glance) that hes job hopping. What he needs to do is focus on customer service i.e. in his position descriptions. My first thought in looking at the resume, was that it wasnt clear to me what type of position the resume writer was seeking. He has lots of good experience, but its in a lot of different areas. The resume needs to be targeted and focused on the career field/positions that he is interested. From Barbara Safani: The candidate is communicating tasks rather than accomplishments. The candidateââ¬â¢s current resume does nothing to distinguish him from his competition. Lots of people have skill sets similar to this candidate. What makes him different? Imagine you are buying a new productâ⬠¦letââ¬â¢s say itââ¬â¢s a dishwasherâ⬠¦every brand has its own pitchâ⬠¦some dishwashers save water, some are better for the environment, some are faster, some are quieterâ⬠¦you get the picture. The consumer buys one of the dishwashers based on the product benefits, not its featuresâ⬠¦they all wash the dishesâ⬠¦the consumer needs to decide which dishwasher provides the most benefits to them. Itââ¬â¢s hard for the audience to get a quick read on all this candidate has to offer. Most people look at the top third of the first page of the resume. This candidate has a lot of great information on page two that needs to be incorporated into page one to give the reader a more comprehensive view of his competencies. I have no doubt that this candidate is great at what he does. But he needs to find ways to showcase his value over and over again throughout the document in order to get the phone to ring. From Billie Sucher: This resume does not need a tune-up; it needs a major overhaul. I would not be doing your friend / contact any favors by saying his resume was great; the workplace will teach him differently. I am all about helping someone get what they want, need, etc. in a fair, reasonable, professional, and caring mannerâ⬠¦ From Louise Kursmark: His resume is completely lacking in the details and specific accomplishments that are essential to attract attention. From Jason, regarding professional resume writers. The comments from the last post were interesting, including those that have absolutely no faith in resume writers. I understand Ive heard this from recruiters, regular people, etc. I think a real, qualified resume expert is worth their weight in gold especially considering their entire focus is to develop a professional document that helps you get into interviews. Ive said it before, if I had professional resume help I would have had a job a long time ago (alas, JibberJobber would not have gotten this far, so thank goodness my resume sucked)! Jasons Final Thoughts You can ignore the first impressions, but Ive heard the person looking at your resume will spend less than 10 seconds before they make a decision (save/toss). Please think about what 10-second impression your resume is giving the decision-maker if you dont get past them you dont get to see the hiring manager (yes, there are exceptions to this thats for another series!). The Resume Experiment Series Post I Introduction Post II First Impressions/Reactions (todays post) Post III Formatting (Wednesday) Post IV Content (Thursday) Post V Wrap-Up (Friday) Checkout the job searchJobCentral.
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Sample Resume Examples For Teaching - Things To Look For
Sample Resume Examples For Teaching - Things To Look ForIf you are about to go on a job interview, it is very important to have a nice resume that is both attractive and well written. Having an eye catching cover letter is just one part of the job interview process, but having the right content for your job description is just as important.It is a good idea to start with examples of resumes that teach teaching at a university or technical college. There are a number of teaching resume examples available for this purpose, as well as some in which the applicant uses a combination of resume examples for teaching. Although the applicant uses examples from different types of industries, it can be difficult to know how to write an effective curriculum vitae.One way to become familiar with the various types of resumes examples is to find books that teach this material. These books will have resume examples in graphic form. This is beneficial because it allows you to see the templates for yo urself. The graphic format can help you get a better understanding of how to utilize the examples you are provided.Some ways that you can use a graphic version of resume examples for teaching are to use them in conjunction with your own teaching skills and knowledge to create an academic resume. If you can use examples from the examples for teaching to show your capabilities, you will be in a better position to present a more complete curriculum vitae. It is also beneficial to use sample cover letters and cover queries for your academic resume.A curriculum vitae for someone who teaches courses related to a college education may be substantially different than that of someone who teaches classes that don't require a college education. The examples will give you a feel for what the typical cover letter and cover query look like. They are also useful if you have a need for supplementary information that you can fill in using the examples.A graphic example of resumes examples for teachi ng is a good idea when you are looking to take advantage of the convenience of the Internet. Many of the popular examples for teaching will be available online, but you can still request a hard copy for yourself. This type of package will give you access to the most current version of the examples.You can also use a resume that contains an example from the example for teaching as a guideline for writing a cover letter that is able to include all of the necessary details. When you use the sample, make sure that you include an explanation of why you think that you would be a good fit for the position. You should also be able to include any relevant references in your cover letter.Good examples of resumes examples for teaching will give you a good idea of how to use the examples to your advantage. It is important to keep in mind that you are looking for one thing when you compose a resume: you want it to help you get a job interview. Using an example for teaching can be a great way to ensure that you present a resume that is compelling.
Saturday, May 23, 2020
21 Days to Resilience - Review and Commentary
21 Days to Resilience - Review and Commentary We all know there is an endless parade of self-proclaimed gurus out there who assure us that they have the answer to whatever challenge we may be facing. Certainly, Im not one of them. I dont know the answers; in fact, sometimes Im not sure of the questions! There is no doubt that all of us want to be happy, want prosperity, want a loving family. But life doesnt always hand us what we want, of that we can all attest. Even the gurus. What we all do want is the ability to handle the junk that comes our way and come away with as few scars as possible and lessons that serve us well in the future. We want to be resilient. Not much has been said about resilience. After all, its kind of a drab word compared to passion, or happiness, or success. The road to all of those is strewn with pitfalls that we will inevitably fall into, so sharpening our tools of resilience is certain to make that road easier to navigate, if not a lot more pleasurable. Zelana Mintminy has authored a concise book that lays out simple to follow steps that are designed to strengthen our resilience muscles. Id go so far as to say that if taken to heart and done with the regularity of a physical workout, theyll turn us into resiliency Superheroes, at least to ourselves. In it, she sets out to show us how to Transcend the Daily Grind Deal with the Tough Stuff, and Discover Your Strongest Self Lofty goals for a book of only roughly 200 pages. But she does an admirable job. Its a worthy read. Meanwhile, here are my takeaways, coupled with my own life experience interpretations. Were Not What We Do But, what we do and how we do it defines who we become. In that process, choosing to be adaptable and fluid in response to each situation builds our resiliency. On the other hand, insisting on a life that is rigid and predictable is not only futile but leads to stress and disappointment. Go with the flow is not a throwaway cliche, its the recipe for enjoying the journey of life. Faith and Hope are Tools Faith is the motivation that drives you to believe in the possibility of your desired outcome. Its what gets you to reach out for the light switch. After you take the action attached to the faith, then you hope for the outcome to be as expected. Faith and hope are the fluids that fuel the journey to our dreams and goals. Control vs. Trust Control is an illusion. Because in the real world, we can control nothing other than ourselves. Trusting self, others, the else that may be beyond our vision, and in the process itself means we need only guide the boat on the river that flows towards and carries us to our destination. Being adaptable enables us to allow for the possibility that the destination may not look exactly as we had imagined. Love Thyself and Know Thyself The ancient Greeks said something like that, remember? Its impossible to teach what you do not know, to give what you do not possess. Love of self is essential to attaining the destiny of your heart. That is more easily achieved when we experience life will all of our senses. There are more than five, by the way. And more than six. How many? Although we are taught in school that we have five senses (touch, taste, smell, sight, and hearing), the real number is much higher, says medical specialist HealthStackExchange . While we interpret the things we sense in the confines of the brain, we experience reality, all of it, outside the brain. Learning to live outside the CPU we call our brain, we begin to more fully experience not only life, but our real selves. Let Go Of the Need to Possess Its been said that death is the great equalizer. We all leave mortality with a sum total of zero. Along the path of life, we experienced many things, some for a short time and some for longer time. And along the path, our experiences are the only evidence we truly possess. Our experiences are the ultimate evidence, to ourselves, that we have lived. Whos Got Your Back? We dont do life alone. Even as we practice and learn to be resilient, there is a limit. After all is said and done, we are human, with all the physical and emotional limitations of being human. We can amplify our resilience, however, with the others in our life who we know have our back. Our team, what ever it is, is what defines our true power. Acceptance and Gratitude Its okay if youre not really a Superhero. None of us are. We make mistakes, poor choices, and fall short. Take the lessons of the experience forward to apply to future endeavors. Barbara Streisand once sang there are no mistakes, just lessons to be learned. Accept that its all just part of the journey. At the end of the day, we each get to assess where we are in the journey. Its all too easy to be self-critical, minimizing not only what we have done, but also what is around us. The less you compare to others, to celebrities, to your neighbor the easier it is to be grateful for what is. Remembering that all that we really have is the sum total of our experiences, we are all very, very rich. 21 Days To Resilience Awaits You Indeed, no one is a true guru. Except, each of us is to ourselves. If you want to continue deeper into the mystery of you and sharpen your skills of resiliency, the book is worth the investment of a few dollars and the time youll put into not reading, but engaging it. Be resilient! 8 Tips For Finding Balance in Life By Zelana Montminy
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
How Did Your Mother Influence Your Career
How Did Your Mother Influence Your Career Iâm very lucky to have the Mother that I do. Born to Italian immigrants, my Mom did what most 1st generation Italian-American kids do: she joined the family Environmental Drilling business (honestly, she probably started there around age 6- labeling soil sample jars). At the ripe age of 15, my Momâs boyfriend joined the business as well. He was a manual laborer and she handled office work. Today that boyfriend is her husband of 28 years and he is also my Father. But, the weird part? These two crazy love birds still work together and even share an office with two desks in one room! They worked with my grandparents for 20 years and have since started two of their own very successful companies. Not only has my Mom led three multi-million dollar companies to continual growth, she has also led our family to continual growth. Somehow she managed to pull off long days at the office, laundry, planning vacations, making our Halloween costumes, helping us practice the piano, handling all the finances in our household AND cooking fantastic meals. She definitely didnât do this alone- we had Katie our nanny of 10+ years and we had plenty of friends and family around too- but at the end of the day my Mom was always the leader of the pack. Perhaps she still sounds like an ordinary working Mom to some. After 20 years of working together in the family business, family relationships were at stake. My parents reached their âpoint of no returnâ and resigned. It was Good Friday. It was not a pre-planned resignation. This was the only business they knew and the only source of income our family had. By Easter Monday, they had incorporated a new company, worked with a neighbor to get a logo made; they rented a drill rig, had their admin person working out of our dining room and found a small office space to rent. They were back in business. I was so proud of my Mom for standing up for what she believed in. She put a smile on her face and did everything in her power to make sure our lives stayed as in-tact as possible. The energy and excitement they had while starting this business was contagious. My Dad was back out in the field drilling holes like the old days and my Mom was doing the work of 4 people. If my Dad had to leave for a job at 4am, she would get up with him, make his coffee and lunch and start working. During the first two years of this business there were many days until they worked until 10 at night. A truck would break and my Dad would have to fix it and then get up at 4am again to do it all over again. My Mom stood by his side and ours through all of it and she never complained or showed fatigue. Thereâs something really cool about a Mom like mine. Obviously she is a rare breed: first, her high energy is a rarity in itself. Second, she knows what she wants and she does whatever she has to do to get it. But most importantly, she always kept her family and marriage her #1 priority. I only remember one day of my K-12 years that my Mom was home for me after school. It was that Good Friday. And it was totally weird. My Mom was not a Brownies troop leader, she did not bake cookies after school, she did not come on field trips, she did not drive us to all of our lessons and she did not go to every meeting or parent conference in High School. Some of you might be saying, âoh thatâs terrible,â but I never felt that way. My Mom gave me so much more than cookies and rides. She taught me the art of multi-tasking with grace. She taught me about positive thinking. She demonstrated what unconditional love and commitment to a marriage and family is. She showed me that sometimes you have to make really tough decisions and stick with them. My Mom made work look fun and exciting. She taught me that being financially successful is a great thing because it provides endless opportunities for your family and for all the other families who are on the payroll. Although my Mom told us we could do anything, she didnât even need to say it. Because to us, she was already doing it all! Thank you Mom! I love you.
Saturday, May 16, 2020
What are Credibility Assessment and How Does it Help You?
What are Credibility Assessment and How Does it Help You?A Credibility Assessment is the next step in resume writing service accounting. A Credibility Assessment is the process of determining whether or not the writer for hire is a legitimate and professional writer. You will also find many websites that have this Credibility Assessment information online for you to view, that will show you which resume writers are legitimate and which are not.When you are dealing with a resume writer, it is important to know if the writer for hire is a legit one. If you are having a hard time writing a resume then the best thing you can do is get assistance from a resume writing service accounting professional. They can be a great resource for your resume, as they have the experience and talent to make sure your resume will be highly effective.Resume writing service accounting service can help you avoid wasting a lot of time and money on writers that do not produce quality resumes. This is because m ost writers for hire do not specialize in writing the same type of resume. It will save you a lot of time and money for resume writing service to know what type of resume you should be using.Professional resume writers know how to write a resume that stands out and is well written. Many people tend to use common resume writing skills that you would learn through school. This does not work for professional resume writers. They understand that your resume is a reflection of your expertise.Professional resume writers can help your resume to stand out from the rest of the competition. With the help of the writer for hire they can write a resume that includes a good keyword analysis that will make your resume stand out. The writer for hire will know how to write a resume that is targeted towards those who are looking for an executive or a business executive.When you are dealing with a resume writing service, it is important to know if the writer for hire is a legitimate one. You will fin d many websites that have this Credibility Assessment information online for you to view, that will show you which resume writers are legitimate and which are not. If you are having a hard time writing a resume then the best thing you can do is get assistance from a resume writing service accounting professional.You can find a writer that is credible and reputable. The writer for hire will have all the credentials needed to provide you with a high quality resume. They are professionals who have had the ability to write a resume that will stand out and that will be highly effective.A Credibility Assessment is the next step in resume writing service accounting. This will help you know if the writer for hire is a legitimate one. You will find many websites that have this Credibility Assessment information online for you to view, that will show you which resume writers are legitimate and which are not.
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Newly Professional Top U.S. Cities to Start Your Career - Sterling Career Concepts
Newly Professional Top U.S. Cities to Start Your Career Newly Professional: Top U.S. Cities to Start Your Career As a relatively new graduate, youâve probably given some thought to which types of jobs you want to apply, but have you considered which cities are best for your professional development? Not every city will provide the resources and opportunities you need to advance your career. More importantly, some cities may not provide the culture, diversity and atmosphere that will make you happy in the long term. Which cities are the best for new professionals? Here are the top cities in the U.S. that are perfect for those just starting their careers: Salt Lake City, Utah Are you a STEM professional? Youâll be pleased to know that Salt Lake City made it in the top 10 of WalletHubâs Best Metro Areas for STEM Professionals. In addition, this city is quickly becoming a haven for young professionals in a variety of sectors. Salt Lake Cityâs dynamic nightlife, varied business sector and hip new restaurants can help explain the appeal. Part of the charm is also its small-town vibes. In fact, Salt Lake City is often called âSmall Lake Cityâ by locals in reference to the cityâs size. Charleston, South Carolina If youâre thinking about moving to Charleston, S.C., now is the time to do so! According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Charleston is growing at 3 times the rate of the U.S. population average. The Holyâs Cityâs thriving tech scene and fast-growing economy are driving millennials to move to Charleston in droves. The Charleston Digital Corridor, launched in 2001, has significantly helped fuel the cityâs tech sector by attracting and supporting technology startups. Of course, Charleston is more than just its startup scene. With pleasant weather, pristine beaches and award-winning restaurants, itâs easy to see the appeal of this elegant city. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Ranked high in affordability, Pittsburgh boasts an up-and-coming tech sector and is quickly turning into a city for young professionals. The City of Bridges offers a great quality of life, decent transit, lots of green space and great bikeability. Employment rates are up, and Pittsburgh is looking extra appealing for job seekers. The city was recently named one of 2019âs best cities for jobs by WalletHub. Columbus, Ohio Teeming with businesses, arts, culture and entertainment, Columbus is far more than just college football. Home sale prices and the cost of living are far lower in Columbus than in other big cities in the country, offering young professionals a chance to live on their own. In addition to its low cost of living, Ohio is famed for its critically acclaimed food scene, brewery districts and many nature preserves. Despite its bustling downtown, the laid-back vibes of Columbus make it a great place to settle down. Atlanta, Georgia Who says San Francisco is the only place for tech professionals? Atlanta is an extremely STEM-friendly city that has recently emerged as an up-and-coming tech industry hub. WalletHub ranked Atlanta No. 7 on its best metro areas for STEM in 2019, while a CBRE report ranked Atlanta as No. 9 on its list of top-ranked tech talent markets. As such, itâs not surprising that Amazon was once eyeing Atlanta for its next headquarters project. Georgia is well known for being a business-friendly state, and Atlanta follows that lead. The city has been lauded for its startup scene and entrepreneurial culture, which are supported with resources such as Georgia Tech and Advanced Technology Development Center. Fort Myers, Florida New professionals are eyeing Fort Myers, and for good reason. Attracted by affordable home prices, pleasant weather and pristine beaches, millennials have helped the Fort Myers-Cape Coral metro area become the fastest growing city in the nation. When the housing bubble burst, Fort Myers suffered greatly along with the rest of the nation. However, the area has largely healed from the financial crisis, and the market is booming once again. Now, Fort Myers features plenty of resources for entrepreneurs and young professionals to start their careers. From incubator opportunities at the Southwest Florida Enterprise Center to Cape Coral Chamber of Commerce networking events, the Fort Myers-Cape Coral area has everything young professionals need to hit the ground running. Dallas, Texas Dallas offers the perfect blend of exciting, big-city amenities with a suburban feel. The city is full of young professionals who are attracted to the city for its growing economy, business-friendly government, sports culture and wide variety of entertainment options. The food in Dallas is also a huge benefit â" literally. In addition to its bountiful dishes, youâll have a vast array of trendy restaurants and bars to hit up for happy hour. Boise, Idaho Idaho is one of the fastest-growing states, and its capital city is leading the way. Boise is growing at a rate of 1.7 percent each year, and its job growth rate is keeping pace. Boise has plenty of resources available to help young professionals advance in their careers. The Boise Young Professionals, launched by the Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce, helps connect young professionals with like-minded individuals in the area and empower them through professional development. The Treasure Valley SCORE is another organization that helps mentor young professionals by giving them real-world advice to grow their businesses. Itâs also a safe place to start your career. According to the Boise Police Department, Boiseâs violent crime rate has been steadily dropping since 1992 and remains below the national average. The Bottom Line When first applying for jobs, new professionals have a difficult choice ahead of them. While many new graduates wish to live in places like New York, Seattle, or San Francisco, the cost of living in these areas isnât always worth the move. Fortunately, there are plenty of great places to live that are not only affordable but also provide the resources and atmosphere that will support young professionals.
Friday, May 8, 2020
Socratic teaching - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog
Socratic teaching - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Rick Garlikov tried something new teaching a third grade math class: The experiment was to see whether I could teach these students binary arithmetic (arithmetic using only two numbers, 0 and 1) only by asking them questions. None of them had been introduced to binary arithmetic before. 17) How come we have ten numerals? Could it be because we have 10 fingers? COULD BE 18) What if we were aliens with only two fingers? How many numerals might we have? 2 19) How many numbers could we write out of 2 numerals? NOT MANY / [one kid:] THERE WOULD BE A PROBLEM 20) What problem? THEY COULDNT DO THIS [he holds up seven fingers] 21) [This strikes me as a very quick, intelligent insight I did not expect so suddenly.] But how can you do fifty five? [he flashes five fingers for an instant and then flashes them again] The result: Their teacher told me later that after I left the children talked about it until it was time to go home. The chief benefits of this method are that it excites students curiosity and arouses their thinking, rather than stifling it. It also makes teaching more interesting, because most of the time, you learn more from the students or by what they make you think of than what you knew going into the class. Each group of students is just enough different, that it makes it stimulating. It is a very efficient teaching method, because the first time through tends to cover the topic very thoroughly, in terms of their understanding it. It is more efficient for their learning then lecturing to them is, though, of course, a teacher can lecture in less time. Heres a though: Rather than asking why many kids dont like (or actively hate) school, we could ask how we might create schools that are so much fun, that we couldnt possibly keep the kids out, no matter how hard we tried. And this is certainly one way! Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related
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