eGuerrilla Job Search Techniques When The Economy Sucks

eGuerrilla Job Search Techniques When The Economy Sucks Jim Stroud is a thought-leader in the recruiting/sourcing space, and recently did a presentation on how to find a job when the economy sucks.   I just checked out the three blog posts he did to document his presentation and found some cool ideas that I hadnt heard of, or thought about before.   It figures, hes the though leader in this space! Do yourself a favor and check out these three short posts.   Jim certainly expanded my vision, especially regarding what a job seeker should do with technology in a job hunt: How to Find a Job (when the economy sucks) Part 1 of 3 How to Find a Job (when the economy sucks) Part 2 of 3 How to Find a Job (when the economy sucks) Part 3 of 3 Let me know what you think!   One thing to consider as you read this, Jim Stroud teaches recruiters and sourcers how to find the right candidates.   His techniques are very heavy on technology (search engines, job boards, etc.), so his perspective helps a job seeker optimize his/her chance of being found by a recruiter who uses technology to find candidates. eGuerrilla Job Search Techniques When The Economy Sucks Jim Stroud is a thought-leader in the recruiting/sourcing space, and recently did a presentation on how to find a job when the economy sucks.   I just checked out the three blog posts he did to document his presentation and found some cool ideas that I hadnt heard of, or thought about before.   It figures, hes the though leader in this space! Do yourself a favor and check out these three short posts.   Jim certainly expanded my vision, especially regarding what a job seeker should do with technology in a job hunt: How to Find a Job (when the economy sucks) Part 1 of 3 How to Find a Job (when the economy sucks) Part 2 of 3 How to Find a Job (when the economy sucks) Part 3 of 3 Let me know what you think!   One thing to consider as you read this, Jim Stroud teaches recruiters and sourcers how to find the right candidates.   His techniques are very heavy on technology (search engines, job boards, etc.), so his perspective helps a job seeker optimize his/her chance of being found by a recruiter who uses technology to find candidates.

How Do You Remember Other Peoples Names

How Do You Remember Other Peoples Names You meet someone for the first time at a networking event and want to make a great first  impression.   But, you are so focused  on flashing that smile that you forget to remember what they said their name was!   Ever happen to you?   I hate to admit it but  this has definitely happened to me. Dale Carnegie said in his book How To Win Friends and Influence People, Most people dont remember names, for the simple reason that they dont take the time and energy necessary to concentrate and repeat and fix names indelibly in their minds.   They make excuses for themselves; they are too busy. And how impressed are you when someone you barely met actually remembers your name?   William Shakespeare once said: There is no sound so sweet as the sound of ones own name. When you say another persons name in conversation, you make them feel important and special. I believe that one of the steps to become a classy career girl  is being able to remember other peoples names when you meet them.   That is why I  want to hear from you.   Leave a comment with an answer to the below question.   I will share your answers on a new blog post next week. How do you remember other peoples names when you meet them for the first time?Update Read all of the excellent tips from readers here. photo by slava

Good Decision Making with Bad Facts

Good Decision Making with Bad Facts This has been a puzzle to me for many years. People I respect and support hold on to Facts that just aren’t true. But then what about me? I really got a jolt from reading “Factfulness” by Hans Rosling. 10 Reasons We’re Wrong About the World… and Why Things Are Better Than You Think. The author has designed very simple questions to test our knowledge of current world facts that could impact decisions we make on business investments, charity work or even refugee approaches.   The scary part is that well informed/educated leaders when asked these simple questions and given 3 choices of answers, rarely get more than 33% correct. Example: World Wide, 30-year-old men have spent 10 years in school, on average. How many years have women of same age spent in school? 9 years 6 years 3 years (The answer is 9) Read this book and whether you are a Business Executive planning Strategy or just a young person crafting your career, you come away challenged to consider how you examine the facts you use to make decisions. Sometimes simple beliefs going back decades can be the easiest to see: The forbidden fruit in the bible is an apple Salt causes high blood pressure The Quran promises Martyrs 72 virgins Women cannot sell big ticket items   By the age of two humans have generated all the brain cells they will ever have Humans only use 10% of their brains The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach Lighting never strikes the same place twice Brown eggs are better for you than white eggs Just for fun, only one of the lines above is correct and one was put there just for my old friends at IBM. For those of you who like to use Google to check facts, I have a story for you I saw on YouTube recently. In an experiment three subjects were given an iPad and a challenge. One of the subjects was a “US Conservative one a US Progressive and one an undecided voter.   The challenge was to type the word “Egypt” into Google and see where it might go The Progressive found material on the Arab spring and human rights violations The Conservative found material on the Muslim Brotherhood and terrorism dangers The third person found travel brochures on the pyramids It is true that social media will bias what you see based on your past searches and preferences. But we all also scan for facts and news that supports what we believe. Most of us to great lengths to avoid accepting information that challenges what we believe. If you missed it, look at our Jolt from last week Make Friends with Your Brain Its Making All Your Decisions! If you have a leadership role you must manage change; and this means changing people and some of the beliefs they hold. As I was writing this article, James Clear published “Why Facts Don’t Change Our Minds” He builds a compelling case there are ways to change your beliefs and those of others. Humans are herd animals we want to fit in we want to believe what our tribe or culture believes. Facts Dont Change Our Minds. Friendship does. This is why we become closer to people when we share dinner and social interactions. It takes time, we may believe new facts from someone that we shared many common beliefs in the past. Its easier to be open-minded when you arent feeling defensive. You won’t make progress reaching common ground if you make the other person feel challenged… they will hang on to their facts even stronger. The big take away: You cannot change other’s beliefs with arguments or facts…   and it starts one person at a time. If video is your way to learn… There is a three minute video below that captures the concept “Why Facts don’t win Arguments” document.createElement('video'); https://balancedworklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Why-Facts-Wont-Help-You-Win-Arguments.mp4 Read full James Clear article here

What Recruiters Should Avoid Doing in 2019

What Recruiters Should Avoid Doing in 2019 At this time of year, as well as gorging myself on chocolate and cheese, I take the time to reflect on the business year gone by, to plan my strategy for the year ahead and to review what lessons I have learned from a personal as well as professional perspective. I think it is vital to use the holiday season to relax, rest, recuperate- both physically and mentally from the high pressures and pace of business life; apart from the obvious benefits to this natural pause on your daily grind, it means you can allow creative thoughts that may have become congested by reactive problem-solving tasks. And also to ensure you break the inevitable cycle of negative behaviors or thoughts you may have allowed to dominate especially if you have had more troughs than peaks. We can self develop naturally by writing down our goals for the year ahead- breaking these down into personal and professional ambitions; there is so much content available if you need a little more guidance in self-improvement with the likes of Tony Robbins, Ariana Huffington, Michelle Obama- to name but a few, giving very easy to follow lay-person tips on drastically improving your mental health and generally making your life easier. However, I also think, simply put, this reflection allows me as a recruiter to make a list of Do’s and Don’ts for the year ahead, from lessons learned during the current year. So let me show you my top 5 for this year and I wonder whether you will agree with me too: Learn to say NO: How often do we feel almost obliged to work with customers- whether that is a hiring client or a potential candidate? Despite warning signs that we aren’t compatible during a process, we persist and compromise at what point do we then realise that we just are not clicking? well, I can speak from experience that one of the most empowered feelings as a recruiter is walking away from a customer with integrity and head held high. Never in a nasty or derogatory way; always with decorum and a “door left ajar”. Share relevant social content: I am a social media contributor across all the main platforms and given 20%+ of our placements (2018) come from the Qui Recruitment channels, I know there is a huge benefit to sharing videos, blogs (like Undercover Recruiter!) and even exciting job adverts. However, I also have a “clear out” of people whom I think overshare useless and irrelevant social content. On Facebook, I won’t necessarily unfriend someone but I will unfollow them- same on LinkedIn. You can change your settings so your own timeline is full of interesting and relevant content. Try it- and remember to only share relevant and original material to your audience and be careful what you share to which platform. Be kind to yourself Very often, the most successful recruiters are those whom are the most conscientious about overachieving. I know this was often the feedback when I worked for other people that I was harder on myself than they could ever want to convey to me. We do a tough job. It is often 247 relentlessly 50 weeks of the year; how many people check their emails on their hols. Respond to texts at silly o’clock. That is all fine but please make sure you don’t then beat yourself up when occasionally you need to take time out Its all about balance Work-life balance is one of the most over-used phrases now and what it truly means can often get lost particularly in recruitment and especially to those, like me, who live and breathe their job but I mean it. Take time every day to get out and walk. Take time every day to switch your social media and work off. Take time every day to have peace and just think. We have started to encourage #walkingandworking which is something I have always done- mindfulness and being physically active is so vital to good mental health. Have clear boundaries of when you are working and when you are not. Self-development is key Personally, I have invested in two courses this year which have allowed significant improvement not only in my personal billings but also in the overall strategy of how I will grow my business over the coming years. This investment in my own growth has allowed me to look inwardly to what skills I need to develop but also outwardly to how I grow the brand. Equally, I have also invested in personal growth with other strategic including hypnotherapy (I have been an avid complicit in this process for over a decade- hugely recommend!) to ensure my conscious and sub-conscious brain is on board 100% for the journey ahead. I read a lot of books which are varied in genre but usually have a related theme of self growth- whether it is a guru style life coach or a piece of fiction; I have often said I should start a recruiters book club as I have loads of recommendations for people and not just obvious books. Another tip is to write into a journal every night- it allows for a healthy nights sleep as it encourages a brain dump and reflection each day. This time of year is the perfect antidote to a crazy busy life and pace that all recruiters sign up to. My advice is to unwind, relax, be around positive people who make you feel as good about yourself as you deserve to. Wishing you all a wonderful festive season and here is to a healthy and successful year ahead

The 5 Things That Hamper New Job Searches CareerMetis.com

The 5 Things That Hamper New Job Searches In struggling economies and highly competitive fields, finding a new job can be a real challenge.In fact, some might even say that finding a job is harder than doing a job. And if you’ve been applying for multiple positions with no luck, it can become downright exhausting.evalSo what’s preventing you from landing the position you’re looking for?Are you doing something wrong?To help all of you job applicants out there, today we’re revealing the 5 things that hamper new job searches.1) Your Resume Isn’t Up to ParevalIf you’re applying to jobs all over town and not even getting responses, it’s time to take a long, hard look at your resume.There are a few common mistakes that will instantly put your resume into the dreaded “NO” pile, so it’s time to make sure your resume is up to par.If you want to be taken seriously by employers, you need a strong resume and a strong cover letter, both of which need to be grammatically correct and error-free. Submitting a resume with typos will only emphasize your lack of attention to detail â€" and no employer wants that quality in an employee.Before you submit your resume, have a friend or colleague proofread it to make sure it looks good!evalYour resume should be an honest representation of your experience and skills. So don’t lie about what you’ve been doing for the past ten years!Previous employers, dates, and schooling are easily verifiable, so there’s no point in lying about any of those things just to get an interview. You can be sure those lies will be uncovered during the hiring process!Make sure your resume highlights your actual skills. If you’re sending it everywhere and not getting any interest, it’s time to change the language and alter the way you’re describing your experience.In addition, having one resume isn’t enough. Instead, create a master one then tweak it a bit for each employer.evalEvery application should be tailor-made for each specific job.That goes for every cover lett er as well. A cookie-cutter cover letter won’t help you stand out from the pack of other applicants.Make sure your cover letter includes the job title you’re applying for and makes a brief mention of some of your most relevant skills. A good rule of thumb is to mention three of your strongest skills from amongst those required in the job description.2) Your Social Media Accounts Don’t Look ProfessionalIf you’re applying for a new job, or a first job, it’s time to clean up your social media accounts.Delete any photos that show you partying and drinking. Delete any pictures or videos that show you smoking or doing any sort of drugs. Delete controversial tweets or any photos or statements with an overtly sexual tone. These will NOT help you land a job!Once you’ve cleaned up all of your compromising photos, tweets, and posts, create a strong LinkedIn profile. Make sure it highlights your experience and your professional skills.And remember: your LinkedIn page is notthe place to describe your personal passions and hobbies.A strong LinkedIn page should read like an extended version of your resume. It’s the perfect place to include all sorts of little details about your previous jobs. evalTo make your LinkedIn page even stronger, ask former colleagues or associates to write a recommendation that says just how great you were at your old job! You can thank them by writing a testimonial for them in return.3) You’re Limiting Your SearchWhen you already have a job, you can be a bit more selective in the positions you apply for. But when you’re unemployed, you have to make your search as broad as possibleDon’t sell yourself short by assuming that you’re not qualified for a certain job. It’s fine to apply even if you don’t have one or two of the exact qualifications they’re looking for. You may have useful soft skills that they would prefer even more.You can also broaden your search by taking advantage of your network. See if any of your LinkedIn connections are hiring. Having a personal connection to someone, even if it’s only online, can help you get your foot in the door.Don’t forget about recruiters â€" there is a whole industry of hardworking people who are in the business of placing workers in new jobs. Contact a recruiter or two to see if they can get you a position that’s a good fit.evalIn some cases, a recruiter may even be willing to give you tips and pointers on how to improve your resume.Make sure you expand your include various industries.Focus more on the job and less on the industryand you may be surprised at how many additional opportunities are out there.For example, if you have experience as an HR manager at a pharmaceutical company, look for HR positions in all fields. You may not be able to find a new job within the pharmaceutical industry, but you may be able to find one in tech, fashion, or manufacturing.4) Your Interview Skills Are LackingUnfortunately, you’ll probably never land the job you w ant if you don’t know how to conduct yourself in an interview.Having the best resume and the best qualifications isn’t enough. You’ll have to ace the interviewto get hired.Before your next interview:Take the time to prepare.Bring copies of your resume.Research the company and prepare a few questions to ask.Dress professionally.Show up early.And always, alwaysbe respectful and polite.Don’t show any signs of aggression.Don’t act like you know everything.Don’t speak with a sense of entitlement.Exhibit any of these behaviors in an interview, and you’re almost guaranteed not to get a callback.What you do after the interview is just as important as what you do during it.The best way to prepare yourself for those next steps is to end your interview by asking when a decision is going to be made. You’ll need to know that detail in order to know how to handle the follow-up process.The first stage in the follow-up process is to send a thank-you note within 24 hours of the inter view. Be genuine, thank your interviewer for their time, and reiterate your interest in the position.The second part of the follow-up process is to check-in. If the interviewer said it would take two weeks to make a decision and you’re into week three, send an email to check-in and show that you’re still interested.eval5) Your Salary Requirements Are Too HighIt’s possible that your salary requirements are hindering you from having a successful job search.Be flexible in how much money you’re willing to earn, especially if you’re just starting out in your career or switching to a new field.It’s always important to know what a position pays, but don’t ask questions about salary too early on in the process. If you’re the perfect fit for the job, your salary can almost always be negotiated.In addition, don’t pass on jobs just because the salary is a few thousand dollars less than you would like. There could be other benefits that might compensate for a lack of pay.For e xample, the company might offer an excellent health insurance plan. The employer might offer a 401k contribution. Maybe they’ll give you more vacation time or the option to work from home. These are all valuable benefits that can more than makeup for a few thousand dollars in pay.When applying for jobs you have to know your worth, but you have to be flexible about it.Other Reasons You Might Not Be Getting the JobThe five reasons listed above are usually the biggest hindrances to finding a new job.But there are some other reasons you might not be getting the job you want.Are you planning to move to a new city or a new state? If you’re applying for jobs far from where you currently live, let the employer know that you are in the process of making a permanent move. Otherwise, it could seem like you’re sending resumes to hundreds of companies and not even paying attention to where they are.Do you have major time gaps in your resume? If there are large periods of time missing or un accounted for, explain why in your cover letter. It’s better to address this issue head-on than to try and ignore it.Do your references really have your best interests in mind? Just because a former boss says she’ll give you a reference doesn’t mean she’ll give you a goodone. If you don’t trust someone 100%, do not include them as a professional reference.If you’re having a hard time getting a job, there’s a good chance you’re doing something wrong.So start doing things right:Perfect that resume.Clean up your social media accounts.Broaden your search to include other jobs in other industries.Practice your interview skills.And don’t let your final decision come down to money alone.After all, having some money and more experience is always better than having no money and no experience at all.

Creative Resumes That Boldly Go Where No Resume Has Gone Before

Creative Resumes That Boldly Go Where No Resume Has Gone Before A great resume is a marketing tool and not a laundry list of everything you have done over your career. A strong presentation engages the reader, is on brand, and is different from any of the other resumes in the pile. Ive been impressed with some of the creative resumes I have seen emerge over the past year. For professionals, particularly those whose jobs focus on creativity and innovation, a unique resume is an excellent introduction to that candidates value proposition. A creative resume is not about the images, colors, fonts, and design; a great creative resume ties the brand attributes of the candidate to the messaging on the resume. Here are three resumes that hit the mark for originality, creativity, and branding.Marketing ProfessionalWeb Product ManagerGame DesignerInterested in a creative resume design? Check out our resume samples to view our creative resumes as well as our more traditional styles or contact us for more information.

Email With Resume And Cover Letter Attached

Email With Resume And Cover Letter AttachedThe purpose of writing an email with resume and cover letter attached is to help the recipient of the email realize that you are genuinely interested in meeting them. This will help you get the person who is the subject of your email.First of all, you have to find out whether or not your prospective employer wants to meet you. If they do, they will probably want to know why you are sending your resume and cover letter.You need to clearly explain to your potential employer why you want to meet them. When you send them an email with resume and cover letter attached, it is important to be honest. If you have a reason for meeting them, you will have less pressure to lie when you send them an email.You should only send an email to a potential employer if you have some idea of what their requirements are. A typical email can be a marketing tool; it is meant to get the employer to take a look at your resume and cover letter. If you send the email t o someone who has no idea what the requirements are, you may never hear back from them.You should only send an email to a potential employer if you have some idea of what their requirements are. A typical email can be a marketing tool; it is meant to get the employer to take a look at your resume and cover letter. If you send the email to someone who has no idea what the requirements are, you may never hear back from them.You should only send an email to a potential employer if you have some idea of what their requirements are. A typical email can be a marketing tool; it is meant to get the employer to take a look at your resume and cover letter. If you send the email to someone who has no idea what the requirements are, you may never hear back from them.Once you have sent the email, you should allow a few days for a response. If you have not heard anything back, you should call them and ask. It is always a good idea to reach out to the person who sent you the email. A call is much easier than email, and the person can tell you more about what the requirement was.There are many benefits to writing an email with resume and cover letter attached. You can use this tactic to get your foot in the door with an employer. Just be sure to clearly explain why you are meeting with them.