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10 Things to Leave Off Your Resume
Tweet Share on Facebook June 20, 2012 CommentWhat you don't include on your resume can be as important as what you do include. Here are 10 things you should leave off:
1. An objective. Resume objectives never help and often hurt. Not only do they feel outdated at this point, but they're all about what you want, rather than what this stage of the hiring process is all about—what the employer wants. Your resume should be about showing your experience, skills, and accomplishments. If you want to talk about how this particular position is the perfect next step in your career, use the cover letter for that.
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10 Smart Tips to Impress the Boss Your First Day
Tweet Share on Facebook June 20, 2012 CommentWhen you land a job finally, the important work isn't over. It's essential to do your best to impress your boss and teammates right from the start. First impressions count; your supervisor and colleagues will judge you based on how you act and what you do from the very first day. It is much easier to start off on the right foot than it is to change their perceptions later.
Holly Paul, PricewaterhouseCooper's U.S. recruiting leader, suggests the following tips to be sure you start off strong:
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How to Find a Mentor and Why You Need One
Tweet Share on Facebook June 19, 2012 CommentOne of the best ways to reinvigorate your work life, boost your job search, or help guide your career path is to work with a mentor. A mentor can help guide you through common problems and make recommendations on how to improve your job performance.
Talking to a mentor about your career can help you make better decisions about moving to a new job, taking a promotion or asking for a raise. Typically, you would work with someone with experience in your industry, as she would be best equipped to understand what it takes to succeed in your field. If you're starting out in the accounting field, you might find a mentor who runs an accounting practice. Finding someone who has had a career path similar to yours can help give you the direction and advice on how you can succeed.
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9 Steps to Acing the First 90 Days on the Job
Tweet Share on Facebook June 19, 2012 CommentYour first 90 days in a new work environment can make or break you. Three months is the standard grace period for newbies—and it's generally about the time that you have to find your feet and start contributing some real, concrete results.
No pressure, right?
It goes without saying that transitioning into a new job is a lot to manage. You probably have a hundred questions running through your mind: Am I going to be able to learn the new procedures quickly? Will I be able to handle the workload? Will I fit in with my team? If you start off with a proactive attitude toward making a great three-month long first impression, you'll set the scene for a fast start to a great new year.
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How to Write the Perfect Resume Hook
Tweet Share on Facebook June 18, 2012 CommentIf someone asked to see your executive summary or professional profile, would you know what they were looking for? Here's a hint: it's the portion of your resume just below the heading that summarizes your accomplishments and value proposition. When executed properly, this portion should compel the reader to want to get to know you better.
Keep in mind, this is the billboard meant to entice your audience with a hint of things to come. It's the highlight reel of your overall value that should be written in a professional yet conversational tone. It's not a bullet-riddled cacophony of boring data.
If you haven't piqued the reader's interest by the time they've finished reading your summary, they may never read the rest of your information.
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Everything You Need to Know About Working for a Nonprofit
Tweet Share on Facebook June 18, 2012 CommentIf the idea of getting paid to make the world a better place appeals to you, consider making the switch to a job at a nonprofit organization. Here are eight things you need to know about how nonprofit jobs are (and aren't) different:
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5 Quick Steps For Managing Work Mistakes
Tweet Share on Facebook June 14, 2012 CommentAt work, our decisions and actions are measured constantly. Yet, the context, demands, and expectations placed on us are ever-changing and often unclear. It's impossible to be right all the time, and you'll accumulate a full catalog of mistakes over a long career.
Messing up could have big-time, far-reaching consequences for your business or just embarrass you mildly. Being resilient allows you to face your mistakes in the moment effectively and find a way to rebound afterward. One of the key things you can do to build resiliency is trust yourself more—not less—in the face of mistakes.
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10 Snappy Tips for Becoming a Better Boss
Tweet Share on Facebook June 14, 2012 CommentIn today's corporate world, managers are judged by the performance of the teams they manage. If your team isn't reflecting the positive image you want to portray, there may be a little room for improvement in your management style.
Here are 10 tips to help you improve:
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4 Things Your Dog Can Teach You About Starting a Business
Tweet Share on Facebook June 14, 2012 CommentFun tidbit: Friday, June 22 is Take Your Dog to Work Day. Goofy, sure—but dogs can be constructive influences on our personal lives, and they can teach us a lot about how to be better, happier entrepreneurs. Here are just a few things humans can really learn from them when starting up a business:
1. Dogs are good listeners. Unless you have one of those dogs that won't stop barking, your pup is most likely more than willing to listen to you ramble on for hours. How patient are you when it comes to listening to customers and employees? Perhaps your dog will inspire you to do better. Step back and make sure you have an efficient feedback mechanism worked into how you manage your staff and how you relate to your patrons. Remember, you can listen to comments from others without having to act on every single thing that has been said.
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How and What to Negotiate When Relocating for Work
Tweet Share on Facebook June 13, 2012 CommentAre you thinking about relocating for a job? It isn't always easy, and you might assume you'll have to pay for your own relocation expenses. In fact, many companies will assist new employees with relocation packages. If you're flexible and do your research, it's possible to tap into job markets outside of your area.
Atlas Van Lines' 45th Annual Corporate Relocation Survey provides useful data that job seekers should consider regarding relocation. For example:
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