Here's a little song I wrote
You might want to sing it note for note
Don't worry, be happy
In every life we have some trouble
But when you worry you make it double
Don't worry, be happy
Don't worry, be happy now
Don't worry, be happy Don't worry, be happy
Don't worry, be happy Don't worry, be happy
Ain't got no place to lay your head
Somebody came and took your bed
Don't worry, be happy
The landlord say your rent is late
He may have to litigate
Don't worry, be happy
Don't worry, be happy
Don't worry, be happy, Don't worry, be happy
Don't worry, be happy, Don't worry, be happy
Friday, September 19, 2008
Monday, July 28, 2008
A fanatic is one who can't change his mind and won't change the subject.
A fanatic is one who can't change his mind and won't change the subject.
- Winston Churchill
I guess I am a fanatic about recruiting, training and being prepared. After thousands of interviews with potential candidates what I notice is
that the candidates needs to try become a fanatic about researching the dream job and become a student of the company and the value they can add to the potential firm.
It is my job as an employer, recruiter to tell the story about the company and sell the candidate. My biggest advice is ask yourself a question before each job interview? How can I set myself apart from the other candidates? what will it take for me to be successful. Alot of candidates are interviewing me at the same time. So I try to share as much information about the position as I possibly can.
It is ok to be a fanatic about something that means alot to you.
- Winston Churchill
I guess I am a fanatic about recruiting, training and being prepared. After thousands of interviews with potential candidates what I notice is
that the candidates needs to try become a fanatic about researching the dream job and become a student of the company and the value they can add to the potential firm.
It is my job as an employer, recruiter to tell the story about the company and sell the candidate. My biggest advice is ask yourself a question before each job interview? How can I set myself apart from the other candidates? what will it take for me to be successful. Alot of candidates are interviewing me at the same time. So I try to share as much information about the position as I possibly can.
It is ok to be a fanatic about something that means alot to you.
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Fly Like an Eagle!!!!!!! Add your References to your Resume
I want to fly like an Eagle let your spirit carry me. In these wonderful days of summer we are taking time to reflect about our career decisions and the economy and our search for "new" ventures, "new" friendships, and "new" ideas.
How to Identify, Present & Leverage Your References
To Land the Job You Want
References are one part of the job search process over which you have complete control. Why, then, don’t we spend as much time and effort compiling our references as we do our resumes? Solid references can make that critical final difference, so it’s important to line up references who will help you seal the deal. Here’s how to get the most from your references:
Create a professional references document.
Prepare a separate document listing three to five references, being sure to include their name, title, company name, company address and work phone number. In parenthesis you may indicate your relationship (for example, supervisor, peer, internal client). Include your own contact information at the top of your Professional References document the same way you do at the top of your resume. Don’t send it with your resume unless specifically asked to do so by the employer—but do take a copy to your interview.
Assume references will be checked.
Most companies do check references these days, so you need to choose the right contacts—those who think positively about your work and who are easy for prospective employers to reach. Use only business or professional references unless an employer asks for personal or character references. Include at least one current or former superior, one peer and one subordinate. Clients, customers or others familiar with your work can also serve as credible references.
Ask permission.
Make certain the references you choose remember you and are comfortable speaking on your behalf. Be sure you have their correct contact information. Discuss your job goals with them. Refresh their memories of your qualifications and instances when you demonstrated skills the employer desires. Give each a copy of your resume so they have something to refer to when contacted by an employer.
Choose appropriately.
Someone who can vouch for your technical abilities may not be the best person to speak about your managerial skills. Try to select references based on the requirements of the job you are seeking.
Be courteous.
If you’re conducting an active job search, rotate your references so that the same two or three people won’t be contacted by every prospective employer. As another courtesy, you might ask them to write a recommendation letter (or draft one yourself for their review and signature). Many times this will meet the need and may help reduce the number of calls.
Stay in touch.
Ask your references to let you know if someone contacts them for information about you, be sure to let them know when you land a job, and don’t forget to thank them for their help.
Your resume should include a statement that “References are available upon request.” It’s a good idea to take the time early on to identify your references and develop your Professional References document. Having people on your side who are well-spoken, accomplished and know the quality of your work is a real plus during your job search, and can help keep your career in gear!
How to Identify, Present & Leverage Your References
To Land the Job You Want
References are one part of the job search process over which you have complete control. Why, then, don’t we spend as much time and effort compiling our references as we do our resumes? Solid references can make that critical final difference, so it’s important to line up references who will help you seal the deal. Here’s how to get the most from your references:
Create a professional references document.
Prepare a separate document listing three to five references, being sure to include their name, title, company name, company address and work phone number. In parenthesis you may indicate your relationship (for example, supervisor, peer, internal client). Include your own contact information at the top of your Professional References document the same way you do at the top of your resume. Don’t send it with your resume unless specifically asked to do so by the employer—but do take a copy to your interview.
Assume references will be checked.
Most companies do check references these days, so you need to choose the right contacts—those who think positively about your work and who are easy for prospective employers to reach. Use only business or professional references unless an employer asks for personal or character references. Include at least one current or former superior, one peer and one subordinate. Clients, customers or others familiar with your work can also serve as credible references.
Ask permission.
Make certain the references you choose remember you and are comfortable speaking on your behalf. Be sure you have their correct contact information. Discuss your job goals with them. Refresh their memories of your qualifications and instances when you demonstrated skills the employer desires. Give each a copy of your resume so they have something to refer to when contacted by an employer.
Choose appropriately.
Someone who can vouch for your technical abilities may not be the best person to speak about your managerial skills. Try to select references based on the requirements of the job you are seeking.
Be courteous.
If you’re conducting an active job search, rotate your references so that the same two or three people won’t be contacted by every prospective employer. As another courtesy, you might ask them to write a recommendation letter (or draft one yourself for their review and signature). Many times this will meet the need and may help reduce the number of calls.
Stay in touch.
Ask your references to let you know if someone contacts them for information about you, be sure to let them know when you land a job, and don’t forget to thank them for their help.
Your resume should include a statement that “References are available upon request.” It’s a good idea to take the time early on to identify your references and develop your Professional References document. Having people on your side who are well-spoken, accomplished and know the quality of your work is a real plus during your job search, and can help keep your career in gear!
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Do you have a job that’s just like everyone else’s? Are you looking for a nine-to-five…but wish you weren’t?
I thought this was a really good article to share:
Do you have a job that’s just like everyone else’s? Are you looking for a nine-to-five…but wish you weren’t? Do you wish there was another option, one that would lead to an exciting, unique, and fulfilling line of work? I recently interviewed more than 100 people who currently hold their dream jobs as research for a new book called How’d You Score That Gig?. These individuals, who are travel journalists, event planners, fashion designers, forensic scientists, interior decorators, internet business owners and more, have one thing in common – persistence.
As unattainable as a dream job might sound, with the right amount of forethought and preparation, you can make the move as well. Here are six tips to get you started:
1) Learn about yourself. Take time to do a self-assessment of your values, how you like to work, and what you’d be compelled to do even if you never got paid. Research careers and industries that map to your skills and interests. Hit the Internet, set up informational interviews, take relevant coursework, and arrange to go onsite at a company in your chosen field.
2) Don’t be deterred by a lack of experience. In developing a resume and other promotional materials for the field you want to pursue, think about how your current skills and talents apply to the responsibilities you’ll hold in the new job. For example, knowledge of project management, client relations, information technology, and sales will take you far in most types of careers.
3) Ease into a new career one foot at a time. Perhaps this means earning a paycheck at your current job while doing a part-time internship in your new field or taking an adult education class or workshop on the weekend. The only way to find out if you’re passionate about something is to try it – ideally with as little risk as you can manage.
4) Remember that any progress is good progress. Even confident people stay in unsatisfying jobs because they feel safe, and because they’re afraid of making a bad decision. But in the quest to uncover a source of meaningful work, though, your worst enemy is inertia. Make an effort to do one thing, like e-mailing a networking contact or attending an event – that moves you a bit closer to your big picture goal.
5) Start early. Twenty and thirty-something’s have more flexibility when it comes to test-driving different careers. The process of self-discovery is much easier when you’re unencumbered by family responsibilities and substantial financial burdens, and when you haven’t yet reached a level in a career where it’s tougher to turn back. That said, it’s never too late to pursue your passion. More and more baby boomers are leaving the world of traditional employment for alternative career paths that will fulfill them well into retirement age.
6) Have realistic expectations. Even if you’re lucky enough to hold your dream job, there’s no such thing as the perfect work situation. Every job has its ups and downs, and aspects we love and aspects we don’t love. And dream job doesn’t mean “cushy” job. As your mom always told you, anything worth having in this world requires some effort. There will be some days you feel like shutting the alarm off and going back to sleep, but many more where you feel more energized by the prospect of work than you ever thought possible!
Alexandra Levit is the author of How’d You Score That Gig: A Guide to the Coolest Careers - and How To Get Them . She speaks at corporations, universities, and conferences around the country about workplace issues facing young employees, and her career advice has been featured in more than 800 media outlets including the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, the Associated Press, ABC News, and National Public Radio.
Do you have a job that’s just like everyone else’s? Are you looking for a nine-to-five…but wish you weren’t? Do you wish there was another option, one that would lead to an exciting, unique, and fulfilling line of work? I recently interviewed more than 100 people who currently hold their dream jobs as research for a new book called How’d You Score That Gig?. These individuals, who are travel journalists, event planners, fashion designers, forensic scientists, interior decorators, internet business owners and more, have one thing in common – persistence.
As unattainable as a dream job might sound, with the right amount of forethought and preparation, you can make the move as well. Here are six tips to get you started:
1) Learn about yourself. Take time to do a self-assessment of your values, how you like to work, and what you’d be compelled to do even if you never got paid. Research careers and industries that map to your skills and interests. Hit the Internet, set up informational interviews, take relevant coursework, and arrange to go onsite at a company in your chosen field.
2) Don’t be deterred by a lack of experience. In developing a resume and other promotional materials for the field you want to pursue, think about how your current skills and talents apply to the responsibilities you’ll hold in the new job. For example, knowledge of project management, client relations, information technology, and sales will take you far in most types of careers.
3) Ease into a new career one foot at a time. Perhaps this means earning a paycheck at your current job while doing a part-time internship in your new field or taking an adult education class or workshop on the weekend. The only way to find out if you’re passionate about something is to try it – ideally with as little risk as you can manage.
4) Remember that any progress is good progress. Even confident people stay in unsatisfying jobs because they feel safe, and because they’re afraid of making a bad decision. But in the quest to uncover a source of meaningful work, though, your worst enemy is inertia. Make an effort to do one thing, like e-mailing a networking contact or attending an event – that moves you a bit closer to your big picture goal.
5) Start early. Twenty and thirty-something’s have more flexibility when it comes to test-driving different careers. The process of self-discovery is much easier when you’re unencumbered by family responsibilities and substantial financial burdens, and when you haven’t yet reached a level in a career where it’s tougher to turn back. That said, it’s never too late to pursue your passion. More and more baby boomers are leaving the world of traditional employment for alternative career paths that will fulfill them well into retirement age.
6) Have realistic expectations. Even if you’re lucky enough to hold your dream job, there’s no such thing as the perfect work situation. Every job has its ups and downs, and aspects we love and aspects we don’t love. And dream job doesn’t mean “cushy” job. As your mom always told you, anything worth having in this world requires some effort. There will be some days you feel like shutting the alarm off and going back to sleep, but many more where you feel more energized by the prospect of work than you ever thought possible!
Alexandra Levit is the author of How’d You Score That Gig: A Guide to the Coolest Careers - and How To Get Them . She speaks at corporations, universities, and conferences around the country about workplace issues facing young employees, and her career advice has been featured in more than 800 media outlets including the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, the Associated Press, ABC News, and National Public Radio.
Monday, April 28, 2008
Blazing New Territory!!
Here are some quick time-saving job search tips that will help your hunt for a new job go smoothly.
Be Prepared. Have a telephone answering machine or voice mail system in place and sign-up for a professional sounding email address. Put your cell phone number on your resume so you can follow up in a timely manner.
Be More Than Prepared. Always have an up-to-date resume ready to send - even if you are not currently looking for work. You never know when an opportunity that is too good to pass up might come along. Have a supply of good quality resume paper, envelopes and stamps on hand.
Don't Wait. If you are laid-off, file for unemployment benefits right away. You may be able to file online or by phone. Waiting could delay your benefits check.
Get Help. Utilize free or inexpensive services that provide career counseling and job search assistance such as college career offices, state Department of Labor offices or your local public library
Be Prepared. Have a telephone answering machine or voice mail system in place and sign-up for a professional sounding email address. Put your cell phone number on your resume so you can follow up in a timely manner.
Be More Than Prepared. Always have an up-to-date resume ready to send - even if you are not currently looking for work. You never know when an opportunity that is too good to pass up might come along. Have a supply of good quality resume paper, envelopes and stamps on hand.
Don't Wait. If you are laid-off, file for unemployment benefits right away. You may be able to file online or by phone. Waiting could delay your benefits check.
Get Help. Utilize free or inexpensive services that provide career counseling and job search assistance such as college career offices, state Department of Labor offices or your local public library
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Another Rainy Monday!
Hi - just wanted to touch base this week . Another Rainy Monday! and while the clouds are still out and it is wet and dreary keeping a positive attitude can really make a difference. I am thankful for the rain because afterall we do need water and our bodies are made up of water. So , this brings up a good point. It is important that we get lots of Water! well maybe, but that we also, remember to feed our minds with positive things so that we can prepare for the search for the right career, the direction our lives are taking. Maybe, Another Rainy Monday isn't bad afterall. So we can just look at the sunshine in Bermuda
and thank God for Another Rainy Monday!!!!!!! :)
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Time for a Fresh Start!!!!!!!!!!!
Happy New Year! Changes are coming and you have to be ready to
go with the flow in your search for new employment. As a business owner,
companies are always thinking about the bottom line and how your performance level effects the business. To add value to your search for a
new career ask yourself three important questions,
1. How do I effect the bottom line what value do I bring to the company interviewing with?
2. How can I make a difference in the year to come at thecompany I select
in adding value to the firm?
3. How can I relate the added value I bring to firm by my everyday communication.
Perhaps, in answering some of those questions you will be able to rise
above the average candidate taking a look at new opportunities.
Happy New Year! and You Remember your Value to your firm!
If you are "not" bringing a value add to your company perhaps it is time to find a "new" company to bring value to?
go with the flow in your search for new employment. As a business owner,
companies are always thinking about the bottom line and how your performance level effects the business. To add value to your search for a
new career ask yourself three important questions,
1. How do I effect the bottom line what value do I bring to the company interviewing with?
2. How can I make a difference in the year to come at thecompany I select
in adding value to the firm?
3. How can I relate the added value I bring to firm by my everyday communication.
Perhaps, in answering some of those questions you will be able to rise
above the average candidate taking a look at new opportunities.
Happy New Year! and You Remember your Value to your firm!
If you are "not" bringing a value add to your company perhaps it is time to find a "new" company to bring value to?
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