Friday, May 29, 2020
5 Tips for Finding a Job When You Relocate
5 Tips for Finding a Job When You Relocate Finding a job when youre moving to a new city, or even country, can be challenging. Itâs like starting over again from scratch. You not only have to adapt to a new environment, but you also have to compete against the locals who are looking for work and create a whole load of new contacts. If youre moving to a new area and are on the hunt for a job, here area few pointers to make your job search easier. 1. Update your online profiles. Before you move, make sure that your social media profiles, such as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook are updated, so that you are listed as living in the new area. This way when hiring managers or recruiters search for local candidates, your profile will show up as an individual located nearby and you will be considered for current vacancies. 2. Check out employers in the new area. Conduct some research on some of the companies in the new area, so that you know what some of your options are before you move. Find out the companies in your field and see if any of them are hiring. You can then engage with them on social media, and let them know that you are moving there and what you have to offer. If there arent any vacancies listed on the company website this doesnt necessarily mean there isnt an opportunity for you within the business and a quick phone call or email enquiring about opportunities wont do any harm and will get you know by the hiring manager. 3. Tell your current network about your move. Let people know that you are moving and ask if they know anyone who lives in the area, who might be able to help you find a job there. If youâre on LinkedIn, you can do a search to see if your connections have connections in the new area. If so, ask for an introduction but try not to be too pushy. After your move, set up casual meetings or coffee dates with your local connections, so that you can get to know them and seek their advice about finding a job in the area. Do your best not to come across as too salesy as this may put them off and you want them to feel like connecting with you is mutually beneficial for both of you. 4. Join a meet up group. Networking plays a vital role in finding a job, especially when you are new in the city. The more people you know, the better. Have a look in to whether there are any local meet up groups that you might be interested in joining and make contact. By attending these meet ups it will then give you a chance to network with other members and you may make some useful contacts who can help with your job search. If you canât find any meet up groups, see if you can volunteer in your new community or join a sports team. The goal is to get involved and meet people. 5. Let your prospective employer know that you are moving. Start your job search before your move. In your cover letter, make it clear to your prospective employer that you are moving to the area. This is very important because many employers donât hire people from out of town and its possible that your application could be discarded before you are given a chance.
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
How to Find Graduate Jobs and Internships on LinkedIn
How to Find Graduate Jobs and Internships on LinkedIn A new career portal was introduced a few months ago on LinkedIn: LinkedIn for students and recent graduates. Apparently, it has been quite popular in the US, but hasnt really been known enough here in the UK and Europe just yet! The platform enables its users to search for internships and many entry-level jobs, offered by a very large amount of companies from all around the world. This way, you can have access to job opportunities that suit you and even be directly targeted depending on what you are looking for. Beyond networking with your university classmates, your favourite companies and colleagues, LinkedIn has a also a purpose of creating a real relationship between public organizations, companies that are hiring, and you. Find below some tips on how to begin using the Jobs for Students and Recent Graduates Portal! 1. Selecting the type of job you are looking for: First enter the sector you are interested in. From Art/Creative to Science, find the industry that suits you in order to get into the platform, and search through everything you need. 2. Refine your search as much as you need! The platform includes many criteria giving you the chance to target as precisely as possible what you are looking for. From the company to the location, but also the salary or your entry-level, refine your search so that it defines what youre looking for. Note as well that sometimes, its better not to be too precise when looking for an offer: you might be missing some results that could have interested you. Try to stay as open as you can, knowing still that you are able to refine your searches whenever you want. 3. Apply! Once youve found an offer that suits you and went through the job description, desired skills and experience, you can apply directly from the platform. Just hit the apply now button and add any information you want in addition to your LinkedIn Profile, such as your resume and cover letter! Note that, depending on the company and the offer, you will sometimes be redirected to the company website to apply. 4. Save your searches: On the portal, you can create your own job basket: save your searches, save your favourite jobs, and easily manage your applications! Stay connected to your LinkedIn account and find everything you need to get that next job youve been waiting for! I hope you found this helpful and will make the most of it! Find out for yourself and start using the LinkedIn Student Job Portal. Id love to hear your thoughts of the subject, so please feel free to share your ideas and comments! RELATED: 7 Ways College Students Can Benefit from LinkedIn.
Friday, May 22, 2020
Winter Woes Three Steps Businesses Can Take to Banish Blues
Winter Woes Three Steps Businesses Can Take to Banish Blues Winter: a season of shorter days, gloomy weather and hibernation. Itâs therefore unsurprising that winter is often agreed to be the most depressing season of the year. This is combined with January being the month of New Years resolutions with many workers beginning to think seriously about the next steps they want to take in their careers. In fact, new research has revealed that more than half of Brits are thinking about finding a new job in the coming months. The combination of these factors makes this a crucial time of year for employers especially considering recent ONS figures have found that employment levels remain at record highs, meaning itâs more important than ever for employers to hold onto staff. So, what can businesses do to keep workers engaged, happy and productive during this difficult season? Erik Fjellborg, CEO and Founder of Quinyx, the market leader in workforce management, shares his top three tips for retaining and maintaining a happy, motivated and productive workforce this year. 1.Tackle employee blues with tech With heads down catching up after the festive period, it can be hard to know how your team is actually feeling. But tech can be a great option for busy managers and teams alike providing a non-intrusive, accurate way to take the pulse of their workforce. Things like anonymous surveys, data analytics, and wearable tech can give employers a real-time view of how their workers are really feeling. This information can then be analyzed and used to take steps to rectify discontentment within the workforce actions could be as simple as awarding virtual badges to employees or introducing small perks like an early finish one day a week. The important thing is to take time to truly understand the sentiment of your staff and take the appropriate action accordingly. 2. Pursue passion and purpose Increasing salary has long been seen as a quick if expensive fix for keeping staff on side. But the good news for business owners is that while âincreased salaryâ has traditionally topped workersâ wish lists, the tide is changing. In fact, the meaning is the new money with research finding that employees who feel like they have a meaning and significance in their workplace are more likely to stay with their organization. The onus is thus on employers to ensure workers understand their value by making it clear how their role contributes to the goals of the business. And if workers are also more likely to work for, and stay with, an organization that has values that align with theirs, itâs important for employers to make sure the businessesâ values are clearly communicated. This process takes time but is ultimately worth it in the long run. 3. From old to young, flexibility is key One of the biggest workforce changes that employers have had to negotiate over the past few years is the rise of the multi-generational workforce. With increasing numbers of baby boomers either choosing to remain working or returning to the workforce after caring for their families, itâs not uncommon for four or more generations to be working alongside each other. The good news is that there is one thing that will be appreciated by all generations of your staff and thatâs flexibility. Whether itâs a second job, education or caring responsibilities, all generations have other demands stretching their time â" and our research found that nearly a fifth of UK workers believe theyâd be more productive if presented with flexible working opportunities. So, winter is a great time to demonstrate that flexibility is at the heart of your business giving your staff the flexibility they desire and boosting productivity at the same time. Erik Fjellborg comments: âWhile winter can be a tough time for employees and employers alike, there are steps that can make it easier and more enjoyable for everyone. From using tech to keep an eye on your employeesâ wellbeing to offering flexible hours, if you take the time to make sure your workforce isnât feeling down this season, youâll reap the rewards the rest of the year.â About the author:Quinyxwas founded in 2005 byCEO Erik Fjellborgafter a summer spent working at McDonaldâs. After witnessing how difficult it can be for managers to sort shifts manually, Erik built one of the worldâs firstfully web-based Workforce Management solutions to do the heavy lifting.McDonaldâs loved Erikâs solution and became Quinyxâs first customer.
Monday, May 18, 2020
My Qualifications Are Perfect But Still No Offer - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career
My Qualifications Are Perfect But Still No Offer - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career The moment a job seeker gets notified to come in for an interview, the personâs personality, mood, energy level, and enthusiasm change radically. Such changes are common and logical because the first obstacle to being selected has been hurdled. âOh, what a relief it is,â like the old Alka-Seltzer commercial used to say. But then, almost instantly after that, anxiety sets in because the vast majority of job applicants know theyâre not ready to beat the competition for this coveted, single opening. Preinterview For most people this is a pretty scary time. Most have had several job interviews in the past, but they know every interview is different from every other interview. One never knows exactly what to expect even after extensive preparation. And then the door to the office or conference room opens, and thereâs the interviewerâ"or, at some interviews, several interviewers in a panel, all in a row. And they all look at the candidate: Some smile, but others show no emotionâ"as if their body language is saying, âWhy am I here wasting my time?â The candidate receives these cues, which add even more to the level of nervousness, a heightened state of anxiety, and perhaps confusion. And through it all, the candidate is supposed to smile and project confidence because of knowing that the first impression is a lasting impression. The Interview The typical first words are intended to put the candidate at ease, but soon the real interview starts. âSo, tell me about yourself,â the interviewer saysâ"as if he or she is unfamiliar with the applicantâs background. For some applicants, the request is difficult to field because they donât know how long their answer should be. Plus, should it be about private life? or only about professional background? The reason most people are not so good at answering this common first interview question is that they understand neither the purpose of this question nor the purpose of many other interview questions. Every interview question is meant to test the candidate. But if the applicant doesnât understand the question, how is he supposed to be able to give a good and convincing answer? What is behind every interview question? Tell me about yourself is misleading. The real question is, Tell me about yourself as it pertains to your ability to solve our problems. What are your strengths? stands for, Can you recite succinctly and eloquently two or three strengths that others recognize in you? What are your weaknesses? is a question to evaluate whether your answer is honest and sincere. It is of course not expected that you tell something so honest to the point of nullifying your candidacy. Why are you interested in this position? is a question to test your true interest, and the interviewer will seek evidence of it by checking your body language. He wants to see a heightened level of passion and enthusiasm, and beyond that, focuses on whether you understand his needs and can address them. Why didnât you get that job? You did not get that job because your focus was on yourself instead of on how to beat your competition. The person who is offered the job is not always the ideal candidate, but it is always the one who appeared to be better than the rest of the other candidates. Therefore, the logical question is, How to beat your competition? And the answer is, By preparing very well for the interview and gaining a level of confidence by practicing, practicing, and practicing some more.
Friday, May 15, 2020
How to Choose the Best Resume Writing Service
How to Choose the Best Resume Writing ServiceAny experienced resume writer would tell you that hiring a good resume writing service is an important decision. The choice of the perfect firm to handle your resume cover letter is also an important decision, because you will need someone with whom you feel comfortable.Hiring a good firm can save you time and money. Because you don't have to search through many companies or peruse their web sites, you have more time to do other things. You may have a scheduling conflict or you might have a few days free, but you still need to get your resume written. Most importantly, you want to make sure it is done the right way.Choosing the wrong firm will cost you time and money. A good resume writing service won't be able to do a good job on your resume. It takes time and money to train and educate a professional resume writer to do what you need.You should do your homework before you choose the best resume writing service in Texas. Make sure they ar e accredited and licensed. Check on their references too.In a short time, you will have a great resume to introduce to potential employers. In addition, it will look professional and impressive. When writing a resume cover letter, remember to include a thorough summary of your educational background, past employment experience, and any special skills you have that are relevant to the position.If you work at a school or a non-profit, you should indicate it on your resume. You should also indicate how many years you have worked there, how many graduates you have had, and what types of courses you have taken and what areas you have excelled in.If you already have a resume, then you can put the information you have gathered into your own personal resume. It is not necessary to reinvent the wheel. Many well-known businesses have already covered all their bases.When hiring a resume writing service, be sure to ask about quality and experience. Remember, when you hire the best, the experien ce of the writers will tell you the difference.
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Original Thinkers Wanted
Original Thinkers Wanted Believe it or not, you are an original thinker! Companies are taking steps to make it easier for prospective candidates to find their career match! Kimberly-Clark is one example. They recently launched a Welcome Original Thinkers #wot campaign to help match prospective candidates with the jobs available. The Welcome Original Thinkers effort focuses on an online quiz to help prospective employees learn what kind of thinkers they are, what kind of jobs theyd best fit, and in the process show that the 144-year-old paper and personal-care products company and its Neenah home base are pretty cool'. You can see (and follow) Kimberly-Clark on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn This is just one example of how companies are doing more to draw in candidates and set themselves apart. There are many examples of companies who are launching campaigns to attract potential employees. There are some great examples in this Forbes article by Lars Schmidt Can A Recruiting Video Make You Cry? Take The Quiz Self-knowledge helps you pin down the right career match. Based on your values, interests, personality and preferences, you can identify jobs that youre likely to enjoy and thrive in, not just at Kimberly-Clark, but anywhere. Click on the image above or this link to access Kimberly-Clarks quiz: Welcome Original Thinkers Quiz It doesnt take long, there are only 9 questions. I found the questions were geared towards a younger audience (new graduates or early careerists). But dont let that dissuade you if you are older. It is still helpful. Im an Adaptor! This description fits me pretty well: You enjoy exploring every side of an issue and like a wicked great maestro you tease out the positive in each approach. Your resourcefulness and ability to easily adapt to the latest input often makes you the one who finds answers to the most challenging questions. As you can see, Katlin is an Adaptor too, and this is what she does at Kimberly-Clark. Take the quiz and find out what type of thinker you are: Welcome Original Thinkers Quiz I also wrote about other career assessments here. Find Your Match After you take the quiz, you can share your results across social media and/or see what jobs at Kimberly-Clark would be a good fit. As an Adaptor, these were the 189 jobs recommended for me. As you can see, there are a wide variety of jobs listed (and of varying levels). You can also filter these results by internships. FYI: Kimberly-Clark offers Internships and Co-Op positions for undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of areas including: Accounting, Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Marketing, Research Engineering, Sales, and Supply Chain. Adaptor jobs at Kimberly-Clark #wot Other Ways To Use This Information Yes, I hope you find jobs at Kimberly-Clark you might be interested in. Click through the job and learn more about it! But dont stop there. Learning about jobs will help you search for those types of jobs at different companies as well. Id never thought of being a Distribution Specialist. But I love the idea of doing this (even though I am not 100% qualified): You will focus on improving current processes through collaboration. You will work with business teams IT to develop new processes and software solutions. I can use this information to find other jobs that relate to improving processes. Fun Facts Did you know Kimberly-Clarks first business was operating paper mills, which the collective expanded throughout the following decades. Kimberly-Clark developed cellu-cotton in 1914, a cotton substitute used by the U.S. Army as surgical cotton during World War I. Army nurses used Kimberly-Clark cellu-cotton pads as disposable sanitary napkins, and six years later the company introduced Kotex, the first disposable feminine hygiene product. Kimberly-Clark developed Kleenex, a disposable handkerchief, in 1924.
Friday, May 8, 2020
See Progress - We Are Moving Forward - Kathy Caprino
See Progress - We Are Moving Forward I read this morning Rick Hansonâs beautiful newsletter âJust One Thingâ â" a yearâs worth of weekly practices to help us grow in happiness, love and wisdom. This piece was about âSeeing Progress,â and it was a balm for my soul â" just what the doctored ordered. I woke up feeling particularly hard on myself for the mistakes Iâve made these past years, and the harder I was on myself, the worse I felt. I came to my computer, and saw Rickâs email, and it stopped me in my (self-flagellating) tracks. He helped me remember that, in small ways, our world is getting better, my world is getting better. We are making progress, improving ourselves, helping others, making change, finding solutions, addressing problems. Itâs not all âdoom and gloomâ and âdark times,â as the media and so many in the world would like us to believe. I feel so much better, remembering that progress is being made. Hereâs Rickâs beautiful piece below â" I hope it helps you as it did me, and encourages you to see all thatâs improving and shifting in your life. See Progress â" Just One Thing Letâs overcome our âlearned helplessness,â and strengthen our resilience by remembering to see what is improving. Towards that end, I decided that today (stuck here in the snow) Iâd begin reading something nourishing and uplifting, and I chose A Return to Love, by Marianne Williamson. My dear friend Susie Horgan recommended it to me. I had picked it up years ago, but never opened it, and there it lay on my shelf. I opened the book to find this: âLove is what we were born with. Fear is what we have learned here. The spiritual journey is the relinquishment â" or unlearningâ"of fear and the acceptance of love back into our hearts. Love is the essential existential fact. It is our ultimate reality and our purpose on earth. To be consciously aware of it, to experience love in ourselves and others, is the meaning of life.â Ahâ¦Iâm going to love this book and this day.
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