Resume Secrets What It Can and Cant Do - Hire Imaging

Resume Secrets What It Can and Can’t Do - Hire Imaging Many folks have great expectations of their resumes. And indeed, a good resume is a must-have tool in your job-search toolkit! That said, the main thing to keep in mind about a resume is what it doesn’t do. Regardless of how elegantly it’s designed, or how brilliantly it’s written, a resume in and of itself isn’t going to induce anyone to stop what he or she is doing, jump up and down, and say, “This is the person I absolutely want to hire!” That’s not what the resume was meant to do. What a resume is meant to do, is to get you past the initial screening so that you have an opportunity to be interviewed by someone who has the power to hire you. Not that getting past this screening is easy to do. A typical posting for an attractive job opening in any major city can draw hundreds if not thousands of responses, each one containing a resume. Someone â€" not necessarily the person who does the actual hiring â€" must go through that vast mountain of résumés and select from it those candidates who mostly closely meet the basic qualifications of the position. The higher the mountain of resumes, the less time the person is likely to spend on each one. And today, applicant tracking systems complicate your chances if that resume is not tailored to the position. How screening works. Here’s what happens. People who screen resumes typically do so by dividing them into different groupings. These groupings are based roughly on whether a candidate is considered a “definite” (someone who clearly deserves to be interviewed), a “possible” (someone who might be worth an interview), or a “definitely not” (someone whose background is clearly wrong for the job in question). The time a screener spends on each resume at this initial stage is often very brief â€" only a handful of seconds for each resume. Whether that resume makes it to the “definite” pile or the “definitely not” pile depends on the specific criteria the screener is looking for. That’s where things get challenging for your resume. The more resumes a screener has to go through, the more specific become the criteria used to differentiate the “definites” from the “possibles” from the “definitely nots”. In a nutshell, this is why developing more than one resume frequently makes strategic sense. The more targeted your resume is to a particular job or company, the more likely the resume will make a favorable impression on the screener. What employers look for in resumes. Research shows that other than skills and experience, other factors important to employers and hiring managers (in order of preference) is Growth in responsibility Previous employers Stability Other or don’t know. Adopt a cautionary mindset. Something to keep in mind is that the people who screen resumes are usually more inclined to rule out people than they are to keep adding to the “definite” list â€" especially when the pile of “definites” begins to mount. So, little things like typos and misspellings can often keep you out of the running, even though these little things may have nothing whatsoever to do with your ability to handle the job for which you’re applying. Keep in mind too, that the process of putting together a resume is often as valuable to you as the result of that process. The story you tell in that resume is a story you’re going to have to tell â€" and tell persuasively â€" to many people in many different situations. The more familiar and comfortable you are with that story and the more confident you are that it accurately reflects who you are what you can offer, the easier it will be to tell the story in any number of different situations. I always love to hear from you! Please comment below.

Motivation Monday Know When To Break the Rules

Motivation Monday Know When To Break the Rules During a job search, you need to know when to break the rules! In fact, some rules were made to be broken. Especially those that work against you. In job search and in your career, you have to know which rules to break and when. You also have to understand the rules well enough to know how to just bend them. This can be tricky and it usually requires a strong sense of self-confidence. Listen to the teenager in you As a child, you were taught to follow many rules at home and in school- no running inside, no chewing gum in class, do your homework, and the list goes on. When we were young we followed those rules if we knew what was good for us, in other words, if we wanted to stay out of the principals office and stay in our parents good graces.   But as you got older, you tested the rules. In fact, you outright broke them at times. And from this, you learned some valuable lessons. Taking calculated risks helps you learn, build strength and get what you want. Here are some job search rules you should know and which ones you can break. No Calls Please When job postings state no calls please that means you shouldnt call and ask about the job. You can call a friend or someone in the company youve been referred to and ask about the time-frame for filling the job and more insight about the company. No one will get hurt or injured if you break this rule. Resume Rules There are few rules in writing a resume; there are only preferences. If you put more emphasis and attention on building relationships, you may be pleasantly surprised how little the resume actually matters. Dont Break the Status Quo On the job, especially if you are new, it is important to fit in. You dont want to rock the boat. When, not if, you are told to complete a task a certain way, do it that way, just like you followed the rules as a kid. You need to learn why their rules exist before you can test it. However, there may come a time to break the status quo. When people or companies do things a certain way for too long, it can become dangerous to their health and survival. Dont Question Authority In my opinion, this might be one of the all-time dumbest rules ever. Yes, you and I should respect authority (our elders, senior staff, leaders and other high ranking officials) however, it does not mean you cant ask them questions. You need to learn from them. Never fear authority. Under the facade of their role, they are people just like you and me. Have a conversation with those senior to you. And I am not just talking to the new graduates here. No matter your age, you should respect the thoughts and ideas of others (younger and older). Do As You Are Told This does not mean you blindly do everything you are told. If you are asked to do something that goes against your moral values or seems unethical, you need to appropriately question why you are being asked to do it. This takes courage and has to be done with diplomacy and tact. How You Are Perceived by Others Does Matter Every decision or choice you make should take into consideration how it will impact others. Your choices must also weigh your own personal benefit. These can be tough decisions sometimes. At the end of the day, you have to be OK with what you have done or not done. Live life without regrets or fear!

How to job hunt in a stubborn job market -

How to job hunt in a stubborn job market - The job search news isnt greatThe feds report no new jobs added in August. What can you do to improve your chances in this stubborn market? Pause, but don’t stop. If you don’t have a great network and job search materials at-the-ready, facing an unexpected job loss can be very overwhelming. Take a moment to take stock, but don’t take a month. Consider potential next steps. Assess your skills and figure out what you offer that is unique and special. In an environment where many people are looking for opportunities at once, you need to be able to identify what sets you apart. Avoid sending applications without giving each one your full attention. Applying for every job that crosses your path is not going to help you land something sooner. Clean up your digital footprint. Especially if you’ve been thrown into a job search unexpectedly â€" IMMEDIATELY clean up your social networking profiles so that they are professional and wouldn’t cause any potential employer to think twice about hiring you. (Including your photos â€" make sure you are dressed like you are ready for work in your highlighted pictures.) Set a Google alert so you know when your name comes up online. With the majority of employers researching candidates online, an un-professional comment or picture may be the difference between getting the job and being the #2 choice. Network smart. You already know. Network, network, network. But, do you know how? If you’re not familiar with social networks (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Google+, blogging, etc.), now is the time to get familiar! When you are planning your networking, focus on information gathering and sharing. Don’t ask for informational meetings to discuss your need for a job. If that person doesn’t have a job to offer, he or she will probably not want to meet with you and will suggest you contact HR. The key with your networking is to expand your group of “loose contacts” â€" people who don’t know you well, but are willing to do what they can to help you achieve your goal. If you can present yourself as talented and skilled and make a personal connection, you will get much further with your job hunt. Job hunt full time, but don’t be a workaholic. Make a plan. Get up, get dressed, make appointments, keep a to-do list. Have goals for your job hunt as you do for your work life. I don’t have to tell you that this is a stressful time, but don’t feel the need to be job hunting 100% of your day. Take time to enjoy yourself and seek supportive groups to help you get through this tough time. Take time to vent and to be angry, but try to achieve a positive outlook, as that will help you in the long run. Consider the cost benefits of seeking career advice. The fact is, most people don’t have a very good resume and have no idea how to search for a job in today’s economy. In a competitive environment, your job seeking materials (this includes your linkedin profile and web 2.0 presence) will be even more important. Money may be tight, but hiring a coach and/or a resume writer might be just the boost you need to propel your search. Consider the cost of unemployment and the fact that you are much more likely to land a job in a timely way if you have a great resume, understand how to market yourself and are well prepared to interview and negotiate. The list of things to do when suddenly facing a job hunt is very long…Those who make a plan and   methodically move toward their goals are most likely to achieve them. photo by magnusfranklin

What You Need to Do About Resume High School Starting in the Next 5 Minutes

What You Need to Do About Resume High School Starting in the Next 5 Minutes High school resume templates supply a fantastic resource for students. High school students may require a resume to submit an application for work or as an element of a university application. They should be able to work independently, and also with others. Most high school students have a tendency to make an application for a food services position. Resume High School Secrets That No One Else Knows About In years past a high school diploma was all that was necessary to find a decent paying job which you could utilize to support your loved ones. Whether you're asking for a summer job or a part-time job, a student resume is among the most essential things in your application practice. If you're a high schooler that has been accepted to a college already, you may also state your college's name and the date you will start attending. Once students understand how to properly write internship cover lette rs, they don't have any issue landing a wonderful internship. Resume High School Ideas One of the absolute most important facets of obtaining a teaching job is your teacher resume. School administrators want to learn what has made you successful previously. Your school work might look like no big thing. A school teacher resume must concentrate on what you've done well previously. Your resume will be broken into sections. Rather than following a lot of tips and guidelines a good resume can just be easy and presentable. Resume High School at a Glance If you don't have work experience, you may use the cover letter for high school students without work experience for a template. With the chronological format, you should list off your work experience. If a student isn't sure in regards to the appropriate format, they ought to refer to one of the numerous templates readily available on Microsoft Word. A superb approach to begin on your resume as a high school student is to have a look at examples of resumes and read tips about what to include and the way to format your resume. Resume High School Fundamentals Explained If you have work experience, that's fantastic, and you will want to include it here. You may also have volunteer experience. To find experience, you will need to construct a strong one, yet to create a strong one, you require experience. Volunteer working experience on high school resumes are an excellent means to add work experience if you don't have anyor even when you do. The Battle Over Resume High School and How to Win It All you will need is to look at the things you have done before in school and highlight your abilities. Continue reading to learn more, and don't neglect to look at our sample high school resume for inspiration! A lot of people struggle to collect a resume they are content with, and utilize that resume to aid them to land work. There's a lot of competition for jobs for high school students, which means yo u should make certain you stick out from the crowd. Keep reading to discover our top few strategies for writing a winning high school resume. When writing a resume with just a high school level education, it is necessary to concentrate on all work experience. It is possible to mention your upcoming education plans too. Your education ought to be a focus in your resume.

Achyut Menon - Work It Daily

Achyut Menon - Work It Daily Recruiter Info Name: Achyut Menon Title: Managing Director Email: menon@optionsindia.com LinkedIn: in.linkedin.com/in/achyutmenon Phone: +91-984-904-0820 Twitter: @achyutmenon Company Info Company: Options Executive Search Pvt Ltd Location: Hyderabad Website: www.optionsindia.com Careers Page: optionsindia.com/Job-Seeker LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/options-executive-search-private-limited-?trk=top_nav_home Twitter: @optionsindia Facebook: www.facebook.com/OptionsIndia.HireTheBest/?fref=ts For Job Candidates Preferred Method To Be Contacted By A Candidate: LinkedIn Preferred Process For Following Up On Application: We expect the person to fill out a questionnaire -that helps us understands specifically the career objectives of the person, and the immediate opportunities they are looking for. We then have a skype/telephone call if outstation, to understand what makes the person fit. And keep up regularly updated about the progress! Things That Impress You In A Candidate: Openness to learning. Energy. Fire in the belly. Networking capabilities. Professionalism. Things Candidates Must Include To Be Considered For Job: Clarity. Transparency. Enthusiasm. Things That Will Disqualify A Candidate From Getting Considered: Nothing :)! I believe..all are placeable. Just a matter of timing. Yes, they ought to appreciate that as recruiters, we are engaged to find 'people for jobs', and not 'jobs for people'. Can Candidates Apply For Multiple Positions And Not Get Penalized?: Yes Recruiter's Perspective What's your favorite quote? Find out what you love doing most get someone to pay you for doing it! What do you like to do in your free time? Travel, read, meeting friends. In a sentence, why do you enjoy working at your company? Helping others find their calling! In a sentence, how does your company have fun on a regular basis? Yes. Happy folks always bring a bright perspective. In a sentence, how would you describe the employees at your company? Sincere, compassionate, helpful and...open to listening. Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!

life balance in todays gig economy

Maintaining a healthy work/life balance in todays gig economyWorking in the gig economy can make taking time off difficult. Use these tips to understand how to take time off and avoid burning yurself out googletag.cmd.push(function() googletag.display(div-gpt-ad-1467144145037-0) ) Its an all too common problem in the gig economy. Fresh-faced freelancers and entrepreneurs, eager to pull in as much cash as possible, overpromise and overcommit. They platzset expectations for themselves that are impossible to achieve, and work inhumanly-long hours.Its inherently unsustainable, and Ive lost count of the number of freelancers and contractors Ive seen plunge headlong into burnout.In a world where more and more people are choosing the path of self-employment, maintaining a healthy work/life balance has never been more difficult. Its also never been more important. There are no laws preventing a freelancer from overworking themselves, no guidelines as to what constitutes an acceptable work-w eek.You need to figure that out yourself heres where to start.Understand your own limitationsFirst and foremost, its important that you understand your own capabilities. Some people can effortlessly work upwards of fifty or sixty hours a week without missing a beat. Such people are rare.Most of us have limitations. We have a limited amount of energy to put towards our job. A limited amount of focus where projects are concerned.As you gain experience in your field, youll probably be able to work more effectively and efficiently. But particularly at the beginning, its important to understand how much work you can take on, and how much work will leave you with drowning. Learn to recognize when youre starting to feel overwhelmed, and when its time for you to take a break.Start setting a schedule and stick to it Flexibility is a big reason a lot of people involve themselves in the gig economy in the first place. And while theres certainly still room for flexibility in your career, Id s trongly advise setting a schedule for yourself. There are a few reasons for this.Having scheduled times for work and relaxation will help you avoid being overworked youll likely find it easier to take a break if you slot time for one on your calendar.Planning things out in advance will make it easier to stay on top of any projects youre working on or client demands you need to address.Youll be able to schedule work hours to the time that youre most productive. For some people, thats the morning others might find they do their best work in the afternoon or evening.Take care of yourselfLast but certainly not least, bear in mind that your body is like any machine in that proper maintenance is important if its to keep working at peak efficiency. That means eating healthy and getting enough sleep. It means exercising regularly and making sure you set aside enough time for activities that let your mind relax.You might think youre getting more done by staying up well past midnight, but y ou arent. Not really. Ensuring youre fresh-faced and healthy is the best way to not only be better at doing your job but also maintain a balance between your career and everything else in your life.In the gig economy, its frighteningly easy to fall into the habit of working yourself to the bone. While that may make you a bit of money in the short-term, itll come back to bite you in the long term. Far better for you to establish healthy habits and limits at the onset, and you can always adjust them later if you feel youre able to take on more.About the Author Dave Allen is the owner of Ridesharecentral, a company that provides information to current and new rideshare drivers. Rideshare Central makes it easier for rideshare drivers to get started and drive profitably. Follow them on Twitter ridesharecent.

What I Needed From My Coworkers When My Dad Died

What I Needed From My Coworkers When My Dad Died My father died on Valentines Day 2017. It welches unexpected. I totenstill remember every single detail of that day, and not so much of what happened in the days and weeks that followed.Those first few days coming back to work were harder than I would have anticipated. While I looked forward to the distraction of work, my confidence was shattered in ways I wouldnt have expected. I found myself lapsing into my very old behaviors. I wanted to sit in the back of meetings. I didnt feel like pspeciesicipating. I didnt feel like I could add any value. I became unsure of myself and thought that people would question my value.Some days the hurs seemed to fly by, while other days the hours dragged by. I would temporarily forget that my dad was gone. And something simple would trigger me, reminding me that he was indeed gone. I would find myself running to the nearest restroom and slamming the stall door only to collapse into a ball of tears. I had been conditioned for so long not to cry at work. Now, it seemed like I was crying all day, every day.As my brother so poignantly said, there was now two distinct chapters of our lives there was life before dad and now there was life after dad. I needed help figuring out what life after dad looked like. I was lucky to have an amazing group of coworkers my family at work who helped me get through those early days.Here are some of the things my family at work did to support me. Now, when I find out anyone I know at work is grieving, I try to think about how we can all be more supportive of them1. Not avoiding me.If people were avoiding me, I knew it immediately. I wasnt contagious people wouldnt contract anything by chatting with me. Their father wouldnt suddenly die. And for those who didnt know what to say, a simple Im sorry for your loss or you have been in my thoughts and prayers would have sufficed. Text or email works if you cant do it in person.2. Giving me a handwritten n ote.Handwritten notes are a lost art form. I had a group of coworkers send me a card with lots of scribbled handwritten messages and a Starbucks gift card enclosed. Another sent me a beautiful card sharing the story of how she had lost her own father. I could feel their love for me physically emanating through those cards.3. Getting me a cup of tea unexpectedly. Yes, I love Starbucks. I was grateful for coworkers who showed up with my favorite chai latte or just a hot beverage. We would sit for a few minutes, and the silence was comforting.4. Reminding me to eat when I forgot.Some days, I would be in a trance and forget that lunch had passed. I remember someone bringing me a sandwich. She didnt ask, she just showed up with ham and cheese. Normally I dont even eat ham, but it didnt matter. We ate and discussed Game of Thrones.5. Not asking how my father died.A few people did this usually the ones I didnt know well. Its tacky and just not appropriate. I wasnt interested in reliving t he details how, when, why. Curiosity can get the best of us. Please dont ask unless the individual wants to share.6. Allowing me to throw myself back into work. When I asked to be put on one project, the response was to give myself some more time to ease back in. I appreciated the sentiment, but I needed to find my new normal life after Dad and I wanted to work.7. Asking for my help. When my team, peers and leaders came to me for advice, asked my opinion in a meeting or asked for my input on a critical decision, my confidence started to rise again. 8. Not asking me what was wrong.I remember months later I was in a meeting and looked out the window. The color of the bright blue sky reminded me of an Indian top my dad often wore. An individual in the meeting asked whats wrong? in response to the sober look on my face. I wanted to scream My dads dead, thats whats wrong Instead, I said nothing and another individual knowingly squeezed my arm as I exited the room. 9. Not asking me are you feeling better?Sheryl Sandberg talks about this in Option B. She didnt have the flu, her husband died. We dont ever feel better, we dont ever feel the same we are changed and feel different after loss. Sandberg suggests asking how are you doing today? to keep it grounded in the present and to ask how you can help on that day.10. Crying with me. I have had so much of my family at work share their own stories of grief. We would cry together and still do. It has deepened my human connection with so many individuals to talk about loss.11. Reaching out on Fathers Day, his birthday, and anniversary of his death. That first Fathers Day was especially daunting especially because my children wanted to celebrate my husband and my father-in-law. Those texts and messages from coworkers gave me strength. I knew I wasnt alone.Grief can be so isolating. Grief can be all consuming. Grief can crush you. And grief is not just about the loss of a family member. Its about the loss of a pet who b ecomes a family member. Its about the end of a marriage or a relationship, the end of a job, the loss of a home and moving to a new home. Its about struggling with an illness. Its about watching those we love struggle with an illness and feeling helpless.Grief is all around us all day, every day. We need to name our grief, call it out and let others know we are grieving. We need to support and hold each other and allow for space to grieve in our workplaces.Building an inclusive culture goes beyond building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve every single day. Its about allowing each of us to bring into to work with us our struggles, and allowing us the space to heal at work.