?? Top Job Search Articles of 2019

?? Top Job Search Articles of 2019 271 2019's most popular job search blog posts from the most popular job search bloggers. Photo by lovely shots At the end of every year, I reach out to dozens of job search experts to ask for their top job search-related articles from the past 12 months. Which is your favorite? Tell us in the comments. Enjoy! Top Job Bloggers' Best Job Search Articles of 2019 Free bonus: Download a PDF version of this article to use as a handy reference. Download it now.eval Jessica Hernandez: 12 Resume Writing Tips for 2019 Hannah Morgan: 31 Tips for Your 2019 Job Search (from the pros) Biron Clark: How to Answer Desired Salary Questions on Applications and Interviews Teena Rose: Reference Checking Services For Jobseekers (In-Depth Guide) Robin Schlinger: Have Applicant Tracking Systems Made Recruiters Less “Resume Smart”? Donna Svei: Awesome New Tool for Resume Keywords Margaret Buj: 4 tips to write a compelling cover letter Meg Guiseppi: How to Write An Irresistible Executive Resume in 10 Steps Sharon McCormick: 4 Ways to Have a Life Outside of Work Dawn Rasmussen: LinkedIn Profile Killers That Make Employers Ignore You Chrissy Scivicque: How to Hide Your Age on Your Resume Adrienne Tom: Executive Resume Strategy: Share Your Leadership Story Danna Leavy-Detrick: Your Complete Guide to Creating a Winning LinkedIn Profile Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter: Your Resume and You: Are You Standing in a Social Media Fog? Debra Wheatman: Why Women at Your Workplace Don't Report Mandy Fard: Tell me about yourself Nissar Ahamed: 190+ Top Career Advice Websites (Updated July 2019) Jenny Foss: How to Use Job Boards to Find Your Next Job ( Which Ones to Use) Gayle Howard: The Frustration of the Over 50s Job Hunt Darcy Eikenberg: How to Start Finding What's Next: A Guide to What's Working Now Erin Kennedy: I Was The Perfect Fit! Why Wasn't I Hired? Candace Alstad-Davies: Write a Modern Educational Leadership Resume by Digging Deeper Dr. Heather Rothbauer-Wanish: How to Not Appear Old on Your Resume Marc Miller: Ageism â€" What It Is, How to Identify It and What to Do About It Anita Bruzzese: The Best Way to Answer Questions About Strengths, Weaknesses Free bonus: Download a PDF version of this article to use as a handy reference. Download it now.eval Rosa Elizabeth Vargas: How To Build Your List of Top 10 Executive Resume Writing Services Thea Kelley: When the interview begins with “Why are you interested in this job?” Jeremy Schifeling: Everyone Says “Follow Your Passion”? â€" Here's How to Actually Do It Mark Anthony Dyson: Human Resources Trends Job Seekers Should Know for 2019 Wendy Terwelp: 6 Tips to Create a Networking Plan that Works Karalyn Brown: Want to meet someone you think is out of your league? The power of #JustAsk the question! Miriam Salpeter: How to Clean Up Your Social Media Accounts Jessica Miller-Merrell: HR Department Job Descriptions Templates Kirk Baumann: Are Your Soft Skills TOO Soft? Julie Walraven: Why do some people struggle to land a new job? Lisa Rangel: The One Resume Rule That Must Die Lindsey Pollak: Top 4 States And Cities Offering Financial Incentives To Relocate Remote Workers Jeff Lipschultz: Smart Strategies plus Sample Answers for Behavioral Interview Questions Daisy Wright: Your Breakthrough Might Just Be Around the Corner Marty Nemko: 24 Rules of Thumb For a Better Life Ros Toynbee: Changing career to pursue an interest J.T. O'Donnell: How To Write A Cover Letter Recruiters Will LOVE Andrew G. Rosen: Bring These Gadgets on Your Next Work Trip Joey Trebif: Your Guide to Writing a Cover Letter Patricia Edwards: Your GOOD resume just Cost You the Job you Wanted Barb Poole: 10 Tips To Tap Into Your Career Strengths Nick Jones: How To Email Your CV To 150 Hiring Managers In 30 Minutes Angela Copeland: Below Average Recruiter Seeks Above Average Talent Karen Adamedes: 7 Practical Career Tips for 2019 Jeff Altman: The Truth About Fake Jobs Janet Scarborough Civitelli: How to Land a Job Dana Manciagli: Three Steps to Building a Successful Job Search Plan ?? Top Job Search Articles of 2019 ?? Top Job Search Articles of 2018 ?? Top Job Search Articles of 2017 ?? The Top Job Search Articles of 2016 The Top Job Search Articles of 2015 The Top Job Search Articles of 2014 Top 40+ Job Search Blog Posts of 2013 56 Best Job Search Blog Posts of 2012 The 51 Best Job Search Blog Posts of 2011 56 Most Popular Job Search Blog Posts of 2010 39 Best Job Search Tip Articles of 2008 Question for you Is there a job blogger we missed? Make your suggestion in the comments.

Indian Weddings Design And Decor

Indian Weddings Design And Decor Are you going to get married this year? If so, how are you planning to make your day memorable? Some weddings end up beautiful and classy regardless of their size or cost. The secret here is proper budget planning along with the help of wedding decorators. The cost of the wedding depends on various factors like venue, number of guests, type of food, decoration needed etc. Indian weddings are popular for elaborate celebrations, ornate settings, delicious food and other earthly extravagances. However big or small your budget maybe, most of people like to make it an occasion that will be memorable for a long time to come. Your wedding decorations should be a harmonious blend of various design aspects like lighting, indoor outdoor decorations, table settings etc. and the actual location or venue itself. That’s why you might probably need assistance or help of wedding decorators. Once you find your ideal wedding venue it is important to decide on the aesthetic direction you have in mind for the event and your budget. Wedding Decorators As you know, the cost of the wedding may vary from place to place. If your wedding location is north India- then it will not cost you much. But in top “prime” locations like Mumbai or Goa the price for it will be quite high. But dont worry, there are some Wedding Decorators in Mumbai, which are not necessarily very expensive to hire. They create dream weddings that not only impress the guests, but will make it as a thing to remember for ages. Finding vendors who will provide you with the services you want and the quality you need (within your budgetary allocations) is a time consuming, yet,- necessary task. Wedding and wedding reception design and decor is not a simple undertaking involving just the big picture decorations like the flowers and basic lighting. It involves a variety of small and big tasks. Things like seating arrangements, finding or creating the perfect centerpieces or stage backdrops, deciding on ambient or mood lighting and much, much more. You will also have to decide on the perfect colour scheme for the main wedding event and the other soirees as well. And here is the part where wedding decorators are extremely helpful. If you plan on having a themed wedding as is popular today, your wedding design and decor needs to be handled with much more finesse. Wedding decorators draw inspiration for your wedding decor from almost anything around you. It could be something as simple as your favourite brooch, or ruffled chair covered with silky fabric, or vintage furniture you absolutely adore! All in all, decor is something which can set the mood of the event and transform a place completely.

How To Deal With Change on Your Journey to Success

How To Deal With Change on Your Journey to Success Todays post could not have come at a better time for me. My company has gone through some serious changes lately, and I am sure you have witnessed a change in your organization recently as well.  Todays post, written by Katie L. Smith, helps us learn how to manage this change. Katie is a Global Talent Development Consultant at a marketing software company. You can follow her on Twitter at @klindahlsmith. “Change is such hard work.” -Billy Crystal Dealing with change in your professional life is always a challenge. First, you master college. You figured out what success looked like there you knew how to get the grades and juggle the necessary extracurriculars, all while keeping an active social calendar, so you make sure to enjoy every last moment of your collegiate experience. And then after months of preparation, you land a job. All of your time spent slaving over the resume, researching, networking, and interviewing has finally paid off. Now all of a sudden you are faced with a new definition of success to strive toward the real world’s definition, and I would venture to say that that this definition varies according to which organization you’re with.   You learn the company culture, the unwritten rules of how things get done, who the strong performers are and how to emulate their behaviors. [Related Post  4 Ways To Change Your Life Direction Without Questioning Yourself] Dealing With Change at Work Slowly but surely, you become comfortable at your job. And then before you know it, you’re pretty good at it. You’re making a name for yourself. Getting to this comfort level can take months, or it can take years. College seemed like so long ago, and yet it still feels like yesterday. And then it happens again. Change. Don’t get me wrong; change is not a bad thing. It is almost always a good thing in a young professional’s early career. Change brings excitement. Often when it is time for a new role or promotion we say, “Absolutely, bring it on!” We know we are furthering our career development and are on the way to increased expertise.   We may be one step closer to what we aspire to become. [Related Post:  3 Must Have Career Books For Female Leaders] This is where the hard work comes in. New responsibilities mean new tasks that you have to learn and then master, plus new personalities that you will have to learn how to work with. This could mean a new boss or even a new team, and now you have to make a name for yourself among them as well. “But I’ve already proved myself by being a really good _____”, you may think to yourself. The hard truth is you have to prove yourself all over again.  Author Marshall Goldsmith tells us, What got you here won’t get you there. It’s true. The secret is you will have to let go of what made you successful to progress in your career. It can be hard. But while it is terrifying/overwhelming/frustrating to start this process all over again, it is also rewarding because you slowly realize that one’s career is really about the journey, not the destination. Employees are now measured on their ability to master many talents, not just to be good at one thing. So this is my challenge to all classy career girls: Embrace change; don’t resist it, even subconsciously. The moment you can let go of what made you successful you will free yourself to accept the next challenge. Is your organization going through a lot of change?  How are you managing the change?

The 4 Most Important Staples of Professional Body Language - Classy Career Girl

The 4 Most Important Staples of Professional Body Language To connect successfully with people around you, you need to master the secrets of body language. Whether you’re in an elevator, walking down a corridor, interviewing for a new job, or networking after work, your body language will speak volumes for you. Communications expert Judith Humphrey provides four tips for ensuring your body language sends the right messages. The 4 Most Important Staples of Professional Body Language 1. Stand and Sit Tall We project confident leadership when we sit and stand up straight. But because of habit, socialization, insecurity, or fatigue, we sometimes do just the opposite. We unknowingly make ourselves smaller by rounding our backs, lowering our heads, and crossing our legs. This behavior does not serve us well. Just imagine that you’re at a job interview, and you slouch and look down at the table. Your body will be saying, “I’m not sure I’m confident enough for this role.” Or when you’re about to answer a question, you fold your arms in a self-protective manner, implying that you have to take a defensive position. Avoid those subliminal messages. Here’s how to develop a stance that projects power and leadership: Be as tall as you can be. Hold your head high, with chin tucked in. Keep your shoulders square: don’t hunch or slouch. Keep your arms open and loose at your side, available for gestures. Keep your legs uncrossed and planted firmly on the ground. 2. Lead with Gestures Your gestures can also convey leadership and strong conviction. The key is to have open gestures that indicate you are confident and comfortable with others. If you approach a potential mentor at a networking event with folded arms, for example, you’ll look insecure. Instead, approach by extending your hand, introducing yourself, and using your arms and hands during the conversation to gesture. To achieve this openness: Keep your arms open, never crossed or folded. Gesture with your full arms toward your audience. Avoid forearm or wrist gestures â€" they are less strong. Keep your hands open, not clenched or folded. Gestures can be a powerful way of building a relationship with your audience. [RELATED: 3 Body Language Habits of Successful Women] 3. Use the Power of Your Eyes Eye contact is another aspect of body language that can serve you well. Begin by using your eyes to study your audience, whether it’s one person or many you’re talking to. By looking at them you not only show that you’re listening to them, but you can make sure you’re getting your message across.   If your listeners seem distracted or confused, slow down your pace or bring more expression to your delivery. Second, use your eyes to drive home each point. You don’t need to look at the people you’re talking to 100 percent of the time. But at the end of every sentence or idea, make eye contact that silently says, “Did you get that?” So, for instance, if you’re in the elevator and you say to your boss, “I’m enjoying the challenges of project X,” hold your eye contact until he responds. Third, use your eyes to “own the room.” Our eyes often go to the ceiling, the walls, the table, and even the door when someone walks in. This “walkabout” with our eyes disconnects us from our audience. The secret is to stay attuned to the people you’re talking to. And focus on one person at a time. 4. Put Your Best Face Forward Finally, get your facial expression right. Speak with a warm, empathetic face.   Nobody will follow you if you look like you don’t care about them. This warmth cannot be “put on.” It must be genuinely felt. It’s reflected in a smile, but not a big, happy smile. It’s more of an inner smile, a radiance in your whole face that projects enthusiasm, energy, and a positive attitude. Also, keep your face unobstructed and available to your audience. Women sometimes hide their face when they feel self-protective, but that weakens their presence. So, Don’t let your hair hang in your face. Don’t touch your face or rub it. Don’t hold your face in your hands. Don’t turn your face away from your audience. Don’t drop your face when speaking. Body language is truly a language of its own â€" and it’s one that conveys your feelings and intentions alongside your words.   Follow the advice in this article and make sure your stance, gestures, eyes and facial expression all support and reinforce your leadership. (This article is adapted from the author’s just-released book, Impromptu: Leading in the Moment, now available on Amazon and booksellers.)

12 amazing graduate jobs you can get with any degree

12 amazing graduate jobs you can get with any degree Four hard years of work, late-night library sessions and a couple of hungover seminars thrown in for good measure but now what? If the end of your degree is approaching and you havent a clue what you want to do with the rest of your life, dont panic. So many students will be in the same boat as you, and despite what you might think, there are literally loads of graduate opportunities out there for people like you. Many industries dont require a degree in a specific subject; theyre more interested in certain skills you have, and how you can apply what you have learnt to the job at hand. So if you dont have a set career path, sit back, relax and take a gander through these graduate jobs you can go for, no matter what degree you have. PR and Marketing PR and Marketing is all about effective communication, and graduates from a range of degree subjects can excel at this. Being successful in this industry is all about thinking outside the box and coming up with unique ideas, so its often better to come from a non-marketing background in order to really break away from the norm. Most marketing firms are looking for someone with a distinctive personality and lots of ideas to bring to the table. So if youre brimming with creativity, and have a strong commercial awareness, then you might want to consider a career in PR and Marketing. Teaching You might think that the last thing you want to do after 15 years of education is to head straight back into the classroom. But teaching is an incredibly rewarding industry, and if you like working with children and young people in a very hands on and interactive role, then this could be just for you. Without a teaching degree, you can either go on to do postgraduate study in education or enrol on Teach First, a scheme in which you work in schools in low-income areas, learning on the job and earning money at the same time. Although you should be prepared for long hours, seeing your pupils go on to achieve their goals and succeed is a incredibly rewarding feeling. Law Most people think you need to have studied Law at university to go on to have a career in the industry but this isnt true at all. Every year hundreds of students take the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), a conversion course that catches you up to speed with Law graduates and will allow you to go on to further study and get a place on a law firm graduate scheme. In fact, many law firms actually prefer students with a wider range of skills, such as those with a STEM or Language degree. Theres definitely no need to be put off by thinking youre not qualified enough. Go along to a law firm open day to get a flavour for the industry and the kind of work you could be doing. Startup Working at a startup business is an incredibly exciting experience and a fast-learning curve. Obviously roles will vary widely depending on the nature of the business, but often theyre looking for adaptable people who are able to get stuck in with a variety of tasks. It takes a lot of gruelling groundwork to get a business up and running, so they want passionate, dedicated graduates who are dependable and creative. Youll often be at the cutting edge of whatever industry your startup falls under, and its incredibly exciting to tread new territory every single day. Journalism Although a Journalism or Media degree will certainly be helpful when pursuing a career in this industry, its also not essential. Getting started in Journalism is all about hands-on work experience, an impressive writing portfolio and having some strong connections in the industry. Sometimes it also helps to have an unusual degree subject to create a niche for yourself. For example, if you have a STEM degree you could specialise in science journalism. If youre passionate about world affairs, holding those in power to account and directing public discourse on topical issues, then Journalism could be perfect for you. Just remember that its a tough industry to crack and very competitive, often involving long hours and low pay. But you could be involved in some fascinating work, sometimes even changing the course of history and theres not many jobs that can say that. Retail Management Think you have the management and leaderships skills needed to run an efficient retail establishment? Although you can do a degree in retail, most companies arent particularly concerned about you having a specific degree, they just want you to have the previous work experience to prove your competency in retail and ensuring customer satisfaction. Human Resources Although you can do a degree in Human Resources, most companies are more concerned about you having the necessary people and management skills to succeed. In Human Resources, youll be working within a company to help manage the work force; this can involve helping to find new talent, providing training for current staff members, organising promotions and dealing with any complaints or issues that arise within the organisation. In Human Resources you could be working within a huge range of industries, from charities to huge corporate multi-nationals, so youll be able to pick a workplace culture which suits you best. Civil Service To get on to the Civil Service fast stream you often dont need a degree in any particular subject. They might specify a minimum of a 2:2 or 2:1, but its up to you to impress them in your application form and the online tests they provide. There are 15 different schemes you can enrol on, ranging from statistics, finance and diplomacy, and some are more competitive than others. However, all involve a well structured training scheme that will help you develop your skills and progress through the organisation. The Civil Service is often ranked in the top 5 on The Times Top 100 graduate employers, and will provide a stable and steady career path. However, adaptability and flexibility are must-have skills, as youll often be expected to take on different roles and projects as government priorities change. Accountancy No, you dont need a degree in Accountancy to get a graduate job in this area. Some of The Big Four arent particularly concerned about what degree you have. In some cases they also dont mind if you have less than a 2:1. Theyre much more interested in your skills, and will ask you to undergo a rigorous application process before accepting you on to a graduate scheme. But youll be rewarded with an impressive starting salary and rapid career advancement if youre dedicated. Intelligence Services Fancy yourself as an Intelligence Agent at MI5 or MI6? Theres no denying that these are super competitive industries to get yourself on, so dont get your heart set on becoming the next James Bond just yet. Luckily the subject of your degree is not one of the things they are particularly concerned about. Therell be a whole host of rigorous tests to pass, and theyll have to be certain of your reliability before youre accepted. Advertising Creativity is the key here, so as long as you can bring that to the table, the degree you have is largely irrelevant. Advertising is all about the battle for attention, so if you have the ground breaking ideas that will help the brand stand out from the crowd, theyll want you on board. Start your own business Of course, if none of these take your fancy, why not try setting up your own business? If you have a unique idea that you think has commercial viability, you could go about seeking some investment to get it off the ground. It takes some serious hard work and dedication to succeed in establishing your own business, but being your own boss and pursuing something youre truly passionate about equals great job satisfaction. When should you start applying for graduate jobs? In all honesty, most of these jobs are available all year-round, so its worth keeping an eye out from whenever youre willing to start working. However, a good portion of the multinational companies have their applications going live around Autumn (with many other roles starting around this time as well), so thats definitely something to keep in mind! Connect with Debut on  Facebook,  Twitter,  and  LinkedIn  for more careers insights.

Our 3rd international Woohoo Academy was a huge hit - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Our 3rd international Woohoo Academy was a huge hit - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Last week we held the 3rd international Woohoo Academy. 21 people from 12 countries (including Malaysia, India, China and Canada) came to Copenhagen to learn all about happiness at work in our most intensive, in-depth, 3-day training. It was a major hit everyone loved it and everyone passed. Not only did we get to share everything we know about creating happier workplaces, the participants also got to share their best experiences and tips with each other and with such an experienced and varied group, that was incredibly valuable for both them and?us. Our?next Academy is on October?18-21 in New York City. Read more and get your tickets here. UPDATE: Our partner in Hong Kong wrote?about his experience at the Academy here, saying: Besides gaining in-depth and latest information on the subject, I have also learnt to pass on the knowledge and tools to professionals and leaders through short keynotes or full-day workshops. It was one of the best training events, and included field trips, sightseeing and lots of fun and games. Here are some of our?favorite pics from 3 amazing days in Copenhagen. SONY DSC SONY DSC SONY DSC SONY DSC SONY DSC SONY DSC SONY DSC SONY DSC SONY DSC 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

How to Write a Child Care Resume

How to Write a Child Care ResumeWriting a child care resume that is suitable for a childcare environment is important. It can be a daunting task at first, but with practice and guidance you will begin to feel comfortable with it.One thing that is not acceptable when it comes to writing a resume for a child care job is using the term 'assistant' as a title. If a person has the skills required, they are usually referred to as an 'assistant' by the person in charge of their job description.What should be on a child care resume? A good way to start a resume is by listing the basic qualifications and training for the position you are applying for. Then go into a little detail about any previous jobs or experience that you have had with specific references.The reason for this is because it will help you get a more detailed idea of what you should expect from a childcare job. It will also make it easier to write if you have not worked for several jobs before. Be sure to list any experience where you had to take time away from your child-care responsibilities.If you are applying for a non-regulated job, be sure to include detailed information about your child care skills. By doing this you will make yourself more desirable to the people interviewing you. This will also help you get a better price for the position you are applying for.Another important thing to remember is that the childcare industry is highly competitive. This means that people who are applying for positions will have to put in extra effort to make themselves look better than others. Don't let the fact that you want a job stop you from using the resources available to you to market yourself and get the best possible salary.When it comes to writing a child care resume you don't have to use a written format. This will make it easier for you to write down the skills you have but at the same time you can speak your mind more freely. When it comes to a home based business, you need to be able to talk direct ly to your customers, to answer their questions, and to motivate them in a way that will get them to stick with your program.There are many ways to improve your writing a child care resume. If you follow these tips, you will see the rewards of getting back to basics. Remember, writing a child care resume is not difficult, but it does require some attention to detail.