Debunking common job search myths - Sterling Career Concepts

Debunking common job search myths Debunking common job search myths Job searching is one of those topics where everyone thinks theyre an expert and likes to toss in their opinion, which means many misconceptions get circulated and unfortunately perpetuated. I wanted to take a few minutes to discuss some common misconceptions making the rounds amongjob seekers. I’m currently employed. If I put a profile up on LinkedIn, it’ll look like I’m looking for a job. FALSE. LinkedIn has become the default online business networking site for professionals, without regard to employment status. There are slight nuances to well-written profiles that help convey to the reader whether you are happily employed or open to opportunities.When you are happily employed and not using LinkedIn for a job search, your profile can read like a bioto position you as an industry expert. My resumeshould be one page. FALSE. So false.Your resume needs to be only as long as to effectively sell yourself for the position youre considering.If I were to generalize, one-page resumes are most appropriate for new or recent graduates or young professionals. Beyond that, most resumes for mid- to senior-level professionals tend to be two pages,but even that isjust a benchmark. The only “rule” when it comes to resume writing is to treat the space on a resume page as expensive real estate. Use words sparingly and carefully. Write tight.Edit and consolidate every sentence. Each line or phrase should add value. If an item does not further your brand or message, then consider removing it. A resume is not a personal history, but rather a marketing document to win interviews. Yeah! I got called for an interview.I cant wait to see if the position will bea goodnext stepfor me. FALSE. Are you scratching your head? This is one is tricky.I know thats what youre thinking when you get an interview, but when it comes to strategy,your goal needs to be to impress upon the employer why you are the right candidate for them, how you can solve their problems, make them more money, or do things better. Put yourself in the interviewer’s shoes. Who will seem like a stronger candidate to you? Candidate A who sells himself as excited to join their team,who asked a series of thoughtful questions,and sounds ready to hit the ground running on day one or Candidate B who couldn’t stop asking questions about what’s in it for him â€" the hours, the vacation time, the benefits, the bonus structure? Trust me. I know these factors are important, and there will be an opportunity to review all of that, but make them fall in love with you first. I will find a new job in 2010. TRUE.Did you really thinkIdbe Negative Nellie and walk you through only false concepts? I didnt have the heartto do that to you.My glass is always half full. If you are active in your networking and targeting efforts, you will develop new contacts and learn about the companies in your space. If you areconsistent and thorough in your efforts, you will see results. If you set daily and weekly goals in your job search efforts, the diligence will pay off. Forinspiration, read this post from Tim Tyrell-Smithfrom last week that’s worthy of being printed out and posted on your refrigerator or mirror. Debunking common job search myths Debunking common job search myths Job searching is one of those topics where everyone thinks theyre an expert and likes to toss in their opinion, which means many misconceptions get circulated and unfortunately perpetuated. I wanted to take a few minutes to discuss some common misconceptions making the rounds amongjob seekers. I’m currently employed. If I put a profile up on LinkedIn, it’ll look like I’m looking for a job. FALSE. LinkedIn has become the default online business networking site for professionals, without regard to employment status. There are slight nuances to well-written profiles that help convey to the reader whether you are happily employed or open to opportunities.When you are happily employed and not using LinkedIn for a job search, your profile can read like a bioto position you as an industry expert. My resumeshould be one page. FALSE. So false.Your resume needs to be only as long as to effectively sell yourself for the position youre considering.If I were to generalize, one-page resumes are most appropriate for new or recent graduates or young professionals. Beyond that, most resumes for mid- to senior-level professionals tend to be two pages,but even that isjust a benchmark. The only “rule” when it comes to resume writing is to treat the space on a resume page as expensive real estate. Use words sparingly and carefully. Write tight.Edit and consolidate every sentence. Each line or phrase should add value. If an item does not further your brand or message, then consider removing it. A resume is not a personal history, but rather a marketing document to win interviews. Yeah! I got called for an interview.I cant wait to see if the position will bea goodnext stepfor me. FALSE. Are you scratching your head? This is one is tricky.I know thats what youre thinking when you get an interview, but when it comes to strategy,your goal needs to be to impress upon the employer why you are the right candidate for them, how you can solve their problems, make them more money, or do things better. Put yourself in the interviewer’s shoes. Who will seem like a stronger candidate to you? Candidate A who sells himself as excited to join their team,who asked a series of thoughtful questions,and sounds ready to hit the ground running on day one or Candidate B who couldn’t stop asking questions about what’s in it for him â€" the hours, the vacation time, the benefits, the bonus structure? Trust me. I know these factors are important, and there will be an opportunity to review all of that, but make them fall in love with you first. I will find a new job in 2010. TRUE.Did you really thinkIdbe Negative Nellie and walk you through only false concepts? I didnt have the heartto do that to you.My glass is always half full. If you are active in your networking and targeting efforts, you will develop new contacts and learn about the companies in your space. If you areconsistent and thorough in your efforts, you will see results. If you set daily and weekly goals in your job search efforts, the diligence will pay off. Forinspiration, read this post from Tim Tyrell-Smithfrom last week that’s worthy of being printed out and posted on your refrigerator or mirror.

Im an anti-hustler with a successful biz - and you can be, too - When I Grow Up

Im an anti-hustler with a successful biz - and you can be, too - When I Grow Up I don’t want to work that much. Not that-that much, anyway. Guess what? Working too many hours makes me tired, cranky, and disconnected, which consequently makes me not a great business coach! I feel it takes me away from my family and makes it harder to put emphasis or focus on my mental and physical health. And, ya know what? â€" I’ll just say it â€" I like watching TV at night. Especially when I only have a teeny, tiny window between when my sweet little girl goes to bed and when I want to go to bed! Some people thrive in a heavy workload situation. Those people are not me. I am a firm believer and advocate of practicing a work-life balance. In my case, that means stopping at a 40hr/week workload, and a lot of the time I only work 30hrs/week (For real!) Work-life balance for me also means putting space between my inbox and my family time, (which I admittedly don’t always nail, but I’m trying)! It means giving my emotional state attention and time so I can grow and change on a personal level, which ultimately gives me more capacity to grow and change my business, too. And yes, it also definitely means watching TV (cough-Judge Judy-cough) sometimes. I have another secret that is also not really a secret: I make a six-figure salary and my numbers are only growing. I’ve already made 35% more this year than I did by this time in 2017. My business team is getting larger, too. I just filled new positions â€" yes, plural â€" and I have the testimonials and statistics to back it all up. I’m the anti-hustler with a successful business and you can be, too. In the many, many years I’ve thoughtfully, carefully, intentionally nurtured my coaching career into the shiny business it is today, I’ve learned a lot about how to work smart. This means I’ve been able to find ways to foster big, epic pay offs without the extra, insomnia-inducing effort. Don’t worry, I’m going to let you in on the secret to that, too. If you are the type of human who feels best rocking 12+ hours a day at the office and don’t have a need or want for things like space, time, inspiration, and creativity to feed your soul (and likewise, career) more power to you. For other anti-hustlers like me, scroll on! Secret #1: Its not about burning the candle at both ends. If you’re hitting max-effort-capacity every day in every way, your burn out will be that much more intense and last that much longer. In some cases, it will show up much sooner, too, halting your productivity and blocking any forward movement. Society definitely makes us believe that if we “hustle harder” our rewards will be bigger and better than everyone else’s. This is a very important disclaimer: To be your own business owner, you do have to work hard. BUT, if you’re using up all of your energy, effort and resources at all times, you’re going to run out of things like stamina, motivation, and tools quicker than you or your business can replenish them. This will also inhibit you from delivering your best to your clients and customers! Ah! Pick your favorite candle and burn just the one end. Make a gorgeous, glowing flame. Now, let the other end of the candle do what it was meant to â€" support the wick. ( Ooh, I love a good metaphor.) Secret #2: You can take your time. When I had my day job ten years ago, I left my home at 8:10 a.m. and came back at 6:50 p.m.  (Do you think something about that stuck with me or what?) During that time, I looked for the holes in my schedule that I could fill with useful energy towards starting my own business. I picked a few pockets a week over lunch hours, evenings, and weekends to fill with coaching classes or taking on clients. In total, it maybe added up to 10ish hours a week on top of my regular 9-6pm gig. If you’re following along at home, that’s a total of 60 work hours per work. Not great if you’re the anti-hustler Queen like me, but I could do it. I took on as much as I could without forgetting how to feed myself and be normal in social situations, and nothing more. Over the course of two years and seven months (not that I was counting), with patience and time, I achieved everything I needed (getting my coaching certificate, working with real clients, saving money) to say “See ya later, day job! I won’t let the door kick me on my way out!” And, oh yeah, I even got married during that time, too. Life kept moving me forward, and I was able to ride the wave thanks to the pace I set for myself. Secret #3: When you’re the boss, you make the processes. You’re in charge. This is one of my most favorite business coaching not-so-secret secrets: When you work for yourself, you set the rules. This means: You can structure your workflow and processes in a way that makes sense for your brain, thus creating efficiency. You can work with clients in an industry that jive with your soul, thus creating inspiration. You can set your rates based on your personal evaluation of the time and resources it takes you to provide your product or service, thus creating motivation. Yes. It is that simple. As you craft your own business and run into obstacles, you have the luxury to stop and look at that obstacle and say, “Hey, are you worth the climb or is there another route I can take that is smoother and easier for me, personally, as in… what do I want?” Great news!: whatever the answer is, you get to do it! You’re in charge! You can set your business up to run however you want it to run, which should mean less BS. I know, this all feels obvious now that you’re here. Right? I have so many more business coach secrets where this came from, and I wanna share them all with you. If you’re having a facepalm moment reading this and are hungry to make the change, I know someone who can help. (It’s me.) Tonight, Tuesday, September 11th at 7pm, I’m hosting a free webinar called “I Want A Business But What Is It?” I’m going to lay out so many other goodies that will help you find clarity and focus on your next business-discovery steps and give you the confidence to make it happen even with a day job, family responsibilities, sleep and a social life. There will be time for QA, too!   I really hope to see you there, and that’s no secret.

Resume Writing For Individuals With Disabilities - Tips to Help You Improve Your Resume

Resume Writing For Individuals With Disabilities - Tips to Help You Improve Your ResumeThere are several reasons why individuals with disabilities need resume writing for individuals with disabilities. First, you will receive positive feedback that you deserved the opportunity of employment. Second, you will feel proud about your achievements as well as your ability to bring about change in the workplace.You are capable of making a strong impression on your boss, if you are able to include information that will help them evaluate you as an employee. Many people have difficulty creating an impressive resume because of their disability. This article will take you through some tips to improve your resume and make it more appealing.In resume writing for individuals with disabilities, you should always be creative. Be innovative. Make use of the latest information and make it presentable. Include all your experiences and abilities and highlight the skills you learned to the recruiter.Reme mber to finish your resume in a neat manner. The end of your resume is the most important part of the entire resume. Don't leave a lot of space between each section of your resume. It would cause a huge problem with your recruiter when they look at the resumes of other people.If you are unable to write an effective resume, write it in a format that is easy to read. You can also use pictures to enhance the impact of your resume. Use charts, diagrams, graphs and figures that will make your resume more attractive. The main objective of resume writing for individuals with disabilities is to provide a concise and professional resume.You should not forget to include the vital facts of your job experience. You should include the minimum number of details that are necessary for the job you have applied for. You don't want to get hired for the job only to get fired because you didn't give them a chance to hire you.Resume writing for individuals with disabilities is not that difficult. Take y our time and make sure you understand the professional working environment that is required for you to thrive in this field.

Ramit Sethi The Mistake That Cost Me $100,000

Ramit Sethi The Mistake That Cost Me $100,000 Ramit Sethi’s career took off in 2009 with the release of his New York Times bestselling book, I Will Teach You to Be Rich. Since then, the man Fortune magazine called the “new finance guru on the block” has built an impressive online community and business that engages with more than half a million monthly readers. On his website, Sethi covers psychology, personal finance, careers, and entrepreneurship. He also teaches courses on how to earn more and launch a business. But his rise to success didn’t happen without a few bumps in the road, both personally and professionally. He spoke candidly with me about these failures, and the expensive lessons he learned, on my daily podcast, So Money. On the Value of Failure I think failures are very consistent. If you’re trying to do new things, you’re going to fail a lot. In fact, I have a tag in my Gmail account called ‘failures,’ and my belief is if I’m not adding something to the folder every so often, then I’m not trying hard enough. His Earliest Financial Fail The first financial failure that I can remember was the first scholarship check I got. I believe it was $2,000 or $5,000, and they wrote that check directly to me. That’s a lot of money for a 17-year old and, you know, it’s 1999, 2000, the stock market is on fire. What do I do? I turn around and take that money and invest it straight in the stock market. I lost half of it almost overnight. I still remember some of the stocks I invested in: Excite at Home, bankrupt! JDSU, bankrupt! I mean, first of all, investing in stocks isn’t even what most individual investors should do. So what the hell was I doing? I lost that money, and I said, ‘Alright, I better learn how money works.’ How He Lost 100 Grand Just two years ago, we made a bad technology decision for my business and it cost us $100,000. That was the price of the contract. We didn’t even use the software once, but we had already signed the contract. I saidâ€"I tried to be niceâ€"’Hey guys, can you just refund our money?’ They’re like, ‘Sorry, no.’ And that was a $100,000 mistake. I try to minimize mistakes, but I also recognize that as you grow and as you’re trying new things, sometimes mistakes are inevitable. That’s okay, as long as you’re not bringing the whole company or bringing your own personal fortune down with it. What He Learned There was nobody to blame but myself. I had put someone in charge of it. I hadn’t done correct oversight of his work, and, of course, I fired him immediately. But there was no one else to own up to it except me, and I had to laugh because what else are you going to do? I signed the contract. The company is technically right. Of course, it would have been nice for them to give me my money back but it’s business. And I said, ‘Guess what, I’ll never make that mistake again.’ I think my friend said it very well. He said, ‘I don’t mind making a mistake once, but I will never make it twice.’ Every day, MONEY contributing editor Farnoosh Torabi interviews entrepreneurs, authors, and financial luminaries about their money philosophies, successes, failures, and habits for her podcast, So Money, which is a “New and Noteworthy” podcast on iTunes.

How to Select the Right Resume-Writing Service for You

How to Select the Right Resume-Writing tafelgeschirr for You How to Choose a Resume-Writing ServiceChoose the right resume-writing tafelgeschirr and youre on your way to job-search success.So, youve decided to invest in your career with a professionally written resume. Before you fork over some of your hard-earned cash, make sure you find the resume-writing service thats right for you. Ask yourself the following questions before choosing the perfect service to help you land your dream job, faster.Is this a reputable group?How long has the organization been in business? Do they have a good reputation in the industry? Look for things like video testimonials and customer success stories that illustrate the work the group is capable of. You can also get a sense of their experience within the industry by reviewing their information in the About Us or Company History sections of their site.Do they offer competitive pricing?leid everyone can afford the $1000+ price tag that some companies c harge for career coaching and resume-writing services. Take a look at your finances and determine what type of help youre looking for and what you feel comfortable spending. There are resume-writing services available at just about every price point.What will I get for my money?Ideally, you want to have some sort of free resume evaluation or consultation, which may occur before you purchase a resume rewrite, and then the right to edit a draft version before finalizing the document with your writer.Many services will also include a customizable cover letter, a LinkedIn makeover, or some other service with their resume packages. If you havent searched for a job in a while or dont know what to put on your LinkedIn profile, you may want to consider purchasing one of these all-inclusive packages to spruce up your entire personal brand.Will my writer be knowledgeable about my field or industry?While its not always possible to find a resume writer whos worked in your industry, it is import ant to be on the lookout for one who has at least worked on resumes for other professionals in your line of work.How familiar will the writer be with keywords?Every profession has its own set of jargon, acronyms, certifications, and skill sets that describe their work and industry. Applicant tracking systems (ATS) are programmed to look for these resume keywords to rank your application and determine if youre a good fit for the role.Good resume writers should understand how applicant tracking systems work and how to optimize your resume with relevant keywords so that its ATS-friendly.Do they offer any guarantees?Many professional resume-writing services will not offer any guarantees, as its impossible to guarantee someone a job offer there are just too many variables the writer cant control once they hand over the final draft of your resume. That said, there are services out there that will rewrite your resume for free if you dont receive 2x more interviews within 60 days of receiv ing your final copy.Is this service a good fit for my needs?Every resume-writing service works a little differently. The key is to find out how the process works with each service and determine which approach best suits your needs. For instance, if you dont have a lot of free time on your hands, you may want to lebensgefhrte with a service that allows you to submit all your information online and work with your writer via email. If you hate to type, dont like email, and like to do everything over the phone, an online service is probably not the right fit for you.Remember, sometimes you need to spend money to make money. Dont think of this purchase as a cost. Instead, consider it an investment in your career. The less time it takes you to land your next job, the more money youll earn over the course of your career.When it comes to your job search, you want to make sure youre getting the expert help you deserve. Thats where TopResume comes in.Recommended Reading5 Signs Your Resume Nee ds a Second OpinionHow to Get the Most From Your Resume-Writing Service11 Steps to Writing the Perfect ResumeRelated Articles

The Number One Question You Must Ask for Powerful Words Resume Writing

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Difference Between Resume and Cv at a Glance

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