Your Job Sucks Get Out Before You Get Kicked Out

Your Job Sucks â€" Get Out Before You Get Kicked Out Two years ago today I was still reeling from the news of being laid off. Ive said many times that I saw the writing on the wall. Interesting concept, as the writing didnt just say, you are going to be kicked out of here eventually. It said other things. Liz Handlin, of Ultimate Resumes (and a JibberJobber partner), recently wrote a blog post with some of the things I saw written on this imaginary but oh-so-real wall. Her post is called How Do You Know When to Quit Your Job? and has seven warning signs with her thoughts and anecdotes. A couple years ago (plus a month or two) I would have read that and thought how applicable it was for someone else. And then I got the boot, and I was the someone else. No amount of loyalty, extra hours, big contracts, and rainmaking ensures you will get to keep your job. Seriously. Go check out Lizs post. If any of these seven points sound familiar at all then your current status may be in jeapordy. I suggest you get proactive before you have to be reactive. The first thing to do is sign into JibberJobber and start listing fifty people that are in your network. This is one of the first steps to do when you are reactive, might as well do it while you can still be proactive. Your Job Sucks â€" Get Out Before You Get Kicked Out Two years ago today I was still reeling from the news of being laid off. Ive said many times that I saw the writing on the wall. Interesting concept, as the writing didnt just say, you are going to be kicked out of here eventually. It said other things. Liz Handlin, of Ultimate Resumes (and a JibberJobber partner), recently wrote a blog post with some of the things I saw written on this imaginary but oh-so-real wall. Her post is called How Do You Know When to Quit Your Job? and has seven warning signs with her thoughts and anecdotes. A couple years ago (plus a month or two) I would have read that and thought how applicable it was for someone else. And then I got the boot, and I was the someone else. No amount of loyalty, extra hours, big contracts, and rainmaking ensures you will get to keep your job. Seriously. Go check out Lizs post. If any of these seven points sound familiar at all then your current status may be in jeapordy. I suggest you get proactive before you have to be reactive. The first thing to do is sign into JibberJobber and start listing fifty people that are in your network. This is one of the first steps to do when you are reactive, might as well do it while you can still be proactive. Your Job Sucks â€" Get Out Before You Get Kicked Out Two years ago today I was still reeling from the news of being laid off. Ive said many times that I saw the writing on the wall. Interesting concept, as the writing didnt just say, you are going to be kicked out of here eventually. It said other things. Liz Handlin, of Ultimate Resumes (and a JibberJobber partner), recently wrote a blog post with some of the things I saw written on this imaginary but oh-so-real wall. Her post is called How Do You Know When to Quit Your Job? and has seven warning signs with her thoughts and anecdotes. A couple years ago (plus a month or two) I would have read that and thought how applicable it was for someone else. And then I got the boot, and I was the someone else. No amount of loyalty, extra hours, big contracts, and rainmaking ensures you will get to keep your job. Seriously. Go check out Lizs post. If any of these seven points sound familiar at all then your current status may be in jeapordy. I suggest you get proactive before you have to be reactive. The first thing to do is sign into JibberJobber and start listing fifty people that are in your network. This is one of the first steps to do when you are reactive, might as well do it while you can still be proactive.

A Top Nurse Resume Writing Agency Can Help Prepare You For Success

A Top Nurse Resume Writing Agency Can Help Prepare You For SuccessFor some individuals that are ready to be a nurse, the best thing they can do is get a top nurse resume writing agency to assist them. Many people mistakenly believe that in order to get the help of an experienced nurse resume writer to write their resume, they must have a lot of money or some kind of special skills that cannot be found elsewhere.Resumes are more than just a way to display someone's expertise. These documents play a critical role in getting the proper job they're seeking. Since so many positions in the healthcare industry are in demand, it is critical that these nurses and their resumes stand out from the rest.A nurse resume has to not only list all of the relevant experience a person has, but also make it easy for a hiring agency to determine what job position they're actually applying for. Since there are so many companies out there competing for a specific job, there will be a high number of potenti al candidates. This means there will be a great chance that a nurse resume has to look a lot different than the other applicants' resume.The best thing a person can do is have a good idea of the type of nurse they would like to become. Once this is known, the next step is to focus on making sure their resume is the best possible. There are many factors that go into choosing the best form of a resume. A great resume writer can help a person understand what factors they should be focusing on.The best way to find a top nurse resume writing agency is to use a place like the internet. This is because there are numerous online forums and communities dedicated to assisting nurses with various issues. Finding someone who can provide the exact services needed may be tough, but there are many who are willing to discuss their abilities and offer advice. Once a person finds a top resume writing agency that they think will work best for them, they should contact them for a consultation session t o discuss the specifics of their work.During this session, the professional who is helping a person create their resume should walk through the process. The professional should make it clear to the person what type of resume they are looking for and what the qualities and experience requirements are. The very best professional resume writers make it clear exactly what they are looking for before beginning any type of project.When the professional is finished, the resume should be completed and submitted for review. At this point, the resume writer will work with the applicant to help them adjust the resume for the specific situation. There will be a great deal of changes needed on the nurse resume, so the experienced professional can work with the person to make the necessary adjustments and make the resume to fit the particular job opening. This will be done so the person applying for the job is able to get noticed by the medical office that wants to hire someone.Once the top resum e writer has been hired, the application should be submitted to the appropriate employers. The top resume writer will keep an eye on the person's information to make sure it has been submitted correctly. Once a person has been hired, they will continue to work with the top resume writer to make sure the resume is kept up to date.

ARE YOU STRESSED OUT Â WHY STRESS IS A BEAUTY BUSTER

ARE YOU STRESSED OUT  WHY STRESS IS A BEAUTY BUSTER Stress- We all have it but some of us deal with it better than others.    If you look at any recent United States President from their first day in office until their last, you will see that all aged appreciably in only four years. Why? Because carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders took its toll on their appearance.    Even if you’re just an everyday lady boss or Mom trying to make her way in the world, stress can cause you to age before your time. Here’s how and why according to  New York Neuropsychologist Dr. Sanam Hafeez. Dr. Hafeez says that, “Aside from the unattractive scowl that stress brings to the face, it creates direct physiological changes. Stress is defined as the reaction of the body to a stressor or stimulus that causes stress. Stress can be acute, which affects the body in the short term, or chronic, affecting the body in the long term. Synonyms for stress include anxiety, nervousness, apprehensiveness, impatience, fear and restlessness.” Dr. Hafeez explains that, “Stress that is not controlled most certainly affects the body’s physical characteristics or beauty. It affects skin, hair, fingernails, digestion and sleep patterns. Stress-induced conditions include hair loss, heart disease, obesity, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sexual dysfunction, tooth and gum disease and ulcers or indigestion.” Some Common Symptoms of Stress Induced Beauty Busters Under-Eye Bags:   Tomorrows  to-do list can weigh on your mind, keeping you from getting enough beauty sleep. This can cause fluid to pool below your lower eyelid area.   What you end up with is a puffy mess in the a.m. Stomach sleepers, bad news: You can expect the puffiness of your under-eye bags to be even worse because of gravity. Flushed Face:   “When youre stressed, you breathe in short, shallow breaths and can even find yourself holding your breath for periods of time, which can lead to flushing and redness,”    says Dr. Hafeez.  Hair loss:   Stress can trigger alopecia areata, which causes patches of baldness anywhere on the body, including on your head. Stress can also trigger a tick where you pick at head hairs out of bad habit. This condition is called trichotillomania. Usually, this hair can grow back.   But it doesn’t even have to fall out in the first place: Pay close attention to your own habitual responses to daily stress, to avoid similar sparseness. Gray Hair:   Hair can also age prematurely due to stress. If you are genetically predisposed to have premature gray hair, stress will further decrease your production of melanin, easily increasing the number of gray or white hairs. By increasing your consumption of biotin, protein, and vitamin E you can reduce these negative effects to keep your hair strong and youthful.   Pimples:   When you are stressed, it alters your hormones. It increases cortisol production, which in turn increases the oil production in your skin. All of this leads to greater odds of clogged pores. Stress can also multiply the number of acne-causing bacteria in the body, which might require a high-dose antibiotic prescription from your dermatologist. Mini Menopause:   Dr. Hafeez says this isn’t proven, but some believe increased levels of the hormone cortisol can cause a dip in estrogen that’s similar to the decrease during menopause. Less estrogen means less collagen production which can leave your skin dull and dry. Wrinkles:   Anxiety, crying, feeling down and a lack of sleep can cause deeper lines around the eyes, forehead, eye area and mouth. Dark Circles: Stress can break the fragile capillaries under your eyes, leaving you with under-eye rings and a tired appearance.   Lines on the fingernails:   The appearance of vertical lines on your fingernails is fairly common and is related to both the natural aging process and nutritional deficiencies. But when they extend from the cuticle to the tip of the nail, it’s a clear sign that your stress is having an effect on the body. Weight Gain:   Most of us become overeaters when were feeling a lot of pressure. This happens thanks to your fight-or-flight response, a.k.a. survival mode.   Once your body reaches a certain stress level, it does what it feels it needs to. In most cases, that means overeat. Why? “Because your body thinks you’ve used calories to deal with your stress, even though you haven’t, says Dr. Hafeez.    She adds, “As a result, it thinks you need to replenish those calories, even though you don’t.”    Levels of the stress hormone, cortisol, rise during tension-filled times. This can turn your overeating into a habit. Because increased levels of the hormone also help cause higher insulin levels, your blood sugar drops and you crave sugary, fatty foods. How Can We Mitigate Stress ? Countless books and articles have been written about dealing with stress. Dr. Hafeez explains that, “The first step is recognition. To help deal with your stresses, write down a list of what you are most worried about before any event, or what chronically causes worry in your life. Identifying your stressors is the first step in managing them. If you are chronically late or find that it hard to get organized, figure out what you do that makes you late or disorganized. Write it down and acknowledge it. Then you can come up with a plan to preemptively tackle what may drive you and your loved ones into a stressed-out situation.” Another trick in dealing with the pressures of life is plain old reasoning and the realization that you cannot control everything. Sometimes we trap ourselves into worrying about things that we have no control over, and recognition of that fact can reduce stress immeasurably. About the Doctor: Dr.  Sanam  Hafeez  PsyD  is a NYC based licensed clinical psychologist, teaching faculty member at the prestigious Columbia University Teacher’s College and the founder and Clinical Director of Comprehensive Consultation Psychological Services, P.C. a neuropsychological, developmental and educational center in Manhattan and Queens.   Dr.  Hafeez  masterfully applies her years of experience connecting psychological implications to address some of today’s common issues such as body image, social media addiction, relationships, workplace stress, parenting and  psychopathology (bipolar, schizophrenia, depression,  anxiety, etc…). In addition, Dr.  Hafeez  works with individuals who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), learning disabilities, attention and memory problems, and abuse.  Dr.  Hafeez  often shares her expertise to news outlets in New York City and frequently appears on CNN and Dr.Oz. Connect with her via twitter @comprehendmind.   Alternatively, her website is      www.comprehendthemind.com.

4 Ways Recruiters Can Tackle the Skills Gap

4 Ways Recruiters Can Tackle the Skills Gap There’s been a lot of media buzz about the skills gap in recent weeks, with the Open University warning of a skills gap that costs companies more than £2bn a year. Meanwhile, The Week saw Brexit as a major factor in the overall gap, and The Recruitment Employment Confederation suggested temps will be used to plug the gap for now. The question is, how can recruiters deal with the skills gap and keep matching candidates to roles, without losing momentum or credibility? 1. Don’t use a scatter-gun approach with candidates It’s one thing reaching active jobseekers, but how do you enthuse the highly skilled ones who need an incentive to leave their current employer? Show you see them as a fully rounded person behind their CV. Really personalise your messages and reflect on the specific qualities you think they could bring to a role. Nobody wants to feel they’re on a conveyor belt of candidates. Besides this, your perfect candidate may have been burned by bad recruitment strategies in the past, leaving them wary (see Ask the Headhunter’s insight on bogus recruiters asking for references). Sending a generic email or Voicemail message isn’t going to win sceptical candidates over. Be specific: what skills on their CV stood out for you as ideal for a certain role? What experience do they have that you could leverage into a range of jobs? Sometimes, people settled in work don’t see their skills as truly valuable particularly if their current role is underpaid until someone else tells them. 2. Encourage candidates with potential to upskill quickly Ever handled a candidate whose enthusiasm can’t hide their missing skills? If they’re willing to set aside some free time, an intensive practical short course â€" which can sometimes take as little as one day or a weekend â€" might nudge them ahead of the competition. For example, short courses in HTML coding, podcasting and video production and editing are now in high demand for creative industries, marketing and media sectors. Most reputable courses will offer accreditation, so your candidate’s new skill stands out on their CV. Whilst these courses don’t come for free, the cost is often offset by the higher salary they can command with these skills. Of course, it’s easier to encourage active jobseekers to set aside time for courses, but passive jobseekers may have been considering a short course already, and that final push will inspire them to work with you for the added career and financial prospects. 3. Challenge employers’ must-have and desired requirements If there’s one statistic to remember, it’s this: according to The Ladders, a candidate spends an average of 49 seconds reading a job description before dismissing it as unsuitable. Alarm bells can ring for many reasons: an endless list of qualities and responsibilities, a vague job description or a negative tone could all dissuade the most skilled candidates. As a recruiter, you have the power to look beyond those words and talk to the employer directly. Are they making your candidate’s potential dream job sound dull or restrictive? Are they adding entry-level duties to a mid-level vacancy? If it’s a recurring problem, you’ll know why jobseekers are steering clear. The candidate with the right skills might simply be put off by a bad first impression, or a never-ending list of ‘essential’ skills that aren’t essential to the role at all. Talk to the employer about what’s truly needed every day, and what can be learned on the job or even set aside for the right person. 4. Look for employer flexibility and individuality If you’re dealing with a highly skilled candidate who can’t find the right opportunity, look towards forward-thinking companies with flexible working policies, stand-out incentives and a more person-centred workplace. Someone whose skills really do bridge the gap may have recruiters contacting them left, right and centre, with similar-sounding vacancies. What better way to win them over than with a tolerant workplace that sees employees as people, not robots? In 2015, the Telegraph reported that the average worker will clock up 9,024 hours of unpaid overtime in their working life. It shouldn’t be surprising that in-demand candidates might want to buy extra days’ leave, or work summer hours, to compensate for sacrifices made at other times. Placing that candidate in the right environment can lead to further opportunities â€" they might recommend you to friends and family, or to former colleagues, and they’ll feel valued as they move through their probation period. Having a greater work-life balance, and a happier workplace, is a huge consideration for many job hunters, so use it to your advantage when dealing with skilled candidates. Now you’ve worked out how to deal with the skills gap at all levels, you’ll be able to tackle even the biggest recruitment challenges. About the author: Polly Allen writes for Inspiring Interns, which recruits graduates and interns across multiple industries. It also provides the latest  careers advice to inspire jobseekers.

Tips For Writing a Resume For a Nanny Position

Tips For Writing a Resume For a Nanny PositionIt is really easy to overlook the writing a resume for a nanny position when you are one of the many applicants that are sent in for a job interview. However, it can be one of the most important steps in your quest to finding a new position. It is important that you complete this particular step because it will go a long way towards helping you land that perfect nanny position.It is a good idea to start writing a resume even before you actually apply for the position. You may want to start out by writing down some personal details about yourself and about your past experience. Also make sure that you include any awards or honors that you may have earned as well as any special skills or licenses that you may have that relate to caring for children. These will help you stand out from the rest of the applicants.It is also helpful to take some time and write a few introductory paragraphs to the job that you are applying for as a nanny positio n. This helps the human resource representative and company officials get a better understanding of who you are as a person and what you can bring to the table. If you have any skills that you think will help you land the job, then you need to emphasize those in your application. Also make sure that you don't make them seem too good to be true.Your cover letter is a great way to give an insight into who you are as a person and what your nanny position will entail. When you write a resume for a nanny position, you need to make sure that you write the letter from the perspective of a potential employer. This will allow you to emphasize certain aspects of your personality and skills that will make you the best person for the job.You will need to put emphasis on your qualifications to fill the nanny position. Make sure that you mention why you are the best person for the job and mention any special skills that you possess. However, you do not want to overdo the positive parts of your pe rsonality.In addition to providing information regarding your personal skills, you must also talk about how you would handle the nanny position that you are applying for. What do you expect from the company? A few lines about your expectations is all that you should list for this section.When you are writing a resume for a nanny position, be sure to include a reference and a resume. You should include the dates that you know they were assigned as well as any other information that they may have left behind for you. Do not hesitate to send these references a copy of your resume if they need one.Writing a resume for a nanny position is very important. You must remember that it is not just about passing an exam. You want to highlight all of the strengths that you have and highlight all of the qualifications that you have in order to ensure that you are the one being interviewed for the position.

Curitiba - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Curitiba - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog The brazillian city of Curitiba is a model of innovation. They have pioneered many solutions that at first glance seem almost too simple to work, but which have nevertheless helped create a city with a high standard of living and a high level of environmental consciousness. An example: Curitibas citizens separate their trash into just two categories, organic and inorganic, for pick-up by two kinds of trucks. Poor families in squatter settlements that are unreachable by trucks bring their trash bags to neighbourhood centres, where they can exchange them for bus tickets or for eggs, milk, oranges and potatoes, all bought from outlying farms. The trash goes to a plant (itself built of recycled materials) that employs people to separate bottles from cans from plastic. The workers are handicapped people, recent immigrants, alcoholics. Recovered materials are sold to local industries. Styrofoam is shredded to stuff quilt for the poor. The recycling programme costs no more than the old landfill, but the city is cleaner, there are more jobs, farmers are supported and the poor get food and transportation. Curitiba recycles two-thirds of it garbage one of the highest rates of any city, north or south. I find this particularly interesting for two reasons: First of all this indicates, that developing countries can raise the standard of living without impacting the environment negatively. Secondly, the Curitiba initiatives are an example of what you can achieve with limited financial resources but with a high level of creativity and a willingness to try unconventional solutions. The man behind the initiatives, mayor Jaime Lerner, made all the projects small, cheap and participatory. My kinda thinking! This all came from an article at the Global Ideas Bank. 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

Are Accounting Careers Adding Up - CareerAlley

Are Accounting Careers Adding Up - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. Accounting is a necessary department for a business of almost any size, which is why it has always been a relatively safe choice when it comes to choosing a secure career path. It should be noted however that the field of accounting has recently become the most promising entry level career for many recent graduates. If you are looking to find a first job out of college or start a new career path by transferring to a different role within an organization the time to move could very well be right now in order to have the best chances at landing a high-quality entry level position. High Rates for Accounting Openings According the National Association of Colleges and Employers, students who graduated with a degree in accounting were offered positions at a higher rate than any other major. With 68% of students who obtained accounting degrees being offered a job during their post collegiate job search, the idea of majoring in accounting and beginning a career in the field is very appealing to those who are still deciding. Security in Starting Over Beginning a new career in accounting may be one of the most secure transitions for the same reason. For those looking to start over and find a field that is secure and valuable to almost any company accounting is a very good choice in the current job market. Every company requires the services of accountants whether they utilize an in house department or outsource to a major accounting firm. This means that as an accredited accountant there are a wide variety of opportunities available and you will have greater freedom over the industry that you are able to work in. Versatility and Necessity For those who are looking for a secure and well-paying career option in the near future accounting is a solid choice because of its versatility and universal necessity. Finding a program to become an accredited accountant is the first step toward creating a rewarding career in the field of accounting. About the Author: Thomas Verdone is an author who covers a wide range of topics, including finance, fitness, personal development, and invoice software. This is a Guest post. If you would like to submit a guest post to CareerAlley, please follow these guest post guidelines. Good luck in your search. Joey Trebif