Dick Bolles on Options and Hope

Dick Bolles on Options and Hope I had the delightful pleasure to spend some time with legendary author Dick Bolles (What Color Is Your Parachute?) and his wife Marci last week at lunch. We talked about a lot of things but one thing keeps popping up in my mind. Dick commented on HOPE.  We both recognize that we (hopefully) bring HOPE to people in a very discouraging time. I remembered a professional speaker remarking that all speakers do is bring HOPE to an audience thats why people come to a presentation they are hoping for something. Dick Bolles said something like (my paraphrase): When you have no options you have no HOPE.  Show people their options and you can see their HOPE. I dont know why people really get out of my presentations. Its usually fun, with lots of laughs and a few goosebumps but I get emails from people telling me I inspired them to ________ (various things). I think, I hope, I showed them the options they already had, and now they have renewed HOPE. Are you HOPELESS? Maybe it is just because you dont recognize the options you have (or, that you can create). My next major writing project (AKA book) is about the different options todays job seeker has, and how to move forward with them. Im super-excited about it, and HOPE to give HOPE! Dick Bolles on Options and Hope I had the delightful pleasure to spend some time with legendary author Dick Bolles (What Color Is Your Parachute?) and his wife Marci last week at lunch. We talked about a lot of things but one thing keeps popping up in my mind. Dick commented on HOPE.  We both recognize that we (hopefully) bring HOPE to people in a very discouraging time. I remembered a professional speaker remarking that all speakers do is bring HOPE to an audience thats why people come to a presentation they are hoping for something. Dick Bolles said something like (my paraphrase): When you have no options you have no HOPE.  Show people their options and you can see their HOPE. I dont know why people really get out of my presentations. Its usually fun, with lots of laughs and a few goosebumps but I get emails from people telling me I inspired them to ________ (various things). I think, I hope, I showed them the options they already had, and now they have renewed HOPE. Are you HOPELESS? Maybe it is just because you dont recognize the options you have (or, that you can create). My next major writing project (AKA book) is about the different options todays job seeker has, and how to move forward with them. Im super-excited about it, and HOPE to give HOPE! Dick Bolles on Options and Hope I had the delightful pleasure to spend some time with legendary author Dick Bolles (What Color Is Your Parachute?) and his wife Marci last week at lunch. We talked about a lot of things but one thing keeps popping up in my mind. Dick commented on HOPE.  We both recognize that we (hopefully) bring HOPE to people in a very discouraging time. I remembered a professional speaker remarking that all speakers do is bring HOPE to an audience thats why people come to a presentation they are hoping for something. Dick Bolles said something like (my paraphrase): When you have no options you have no HOPE.  Show people their options and you can see their HOPE. I dont know why people really get out of my presentations. Its usually fun, with lots of laughs and a few goosebumps but I get emails from people telling me I inspired them to ________ (various things). I think, I hope, I showed them the options they already had, and now they have renewed HOPE. Are you HOPELESS? Maybe it is just because you dont recognize the options you have (or, that you can create). My next major writing project (AKA book) is about the different options todays job seeker has, and how to move forward with them. Im super-excited about it, and HOPE to give HOPE!

Save 40% - Classy Holiday Sale Ends TONIGHT! - Classy Career Girl

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Playing Articulate Putting your experience into words that employers want to read University of Manchester Careers Blog

Playing Articulate Putting your experience into words that employers want to read University of Manchester Careers Blog From guest writer and Faculty of Humanities Careers Manager, Paul Gratrick. It was the Bee Gees (and latterly covered by Boyzone) who once sang: Its only words, but words are all I have to write on this application form or something along those lines anyway. Writing a CV, cover letter, or in an online application form text box is often the first stage of many graduate-level applications. Whether youre applying to  a large corporation or a one-person start up, the first port of call to see if you are a good fit for that company is usually the written documents you submit. Being articulate is for life, not just for Christmas I see many students as do my colleagues who sometimes find it hard to articulate their various experiences into words and phrases that employers will see the value of.  We also see many students under-valuing (or not mentioning at all) things which an employer would want to see in an application. Employers understand the sphere within which youre operating; they know that months and years of paid experience are not available for all, and they do understand the typical roles that are available to students (e.g. part-time work in bars, shops, etc.). Employers typically arent so much concerned with where you have worked and what you did they want to read how these experiences have equipped you with the skills that they need for the job they are hiring for. To summarise what an employer is looking for: Written application = provide evidence to show you have the skills/experience/transferable skills required in the job specification   The rest of this blog post will deal with six examples you can use to do this (other than more formal internship or paid summer roles) given the types of roles usually available to students during their degree years. 1. Part-time work If you work part-time whilst you are studying (even just one shift a week) then put this on your CV. Whether youre replenishing vegetable stocks in Aldi, mixing up a Mini-Mega-Milky-Mocha in Starbucks, hosting childrens birthday parties, waiting tables or serving hot dogs at Old Trafford,  balancing any part-time job with your studies show great time management skills. Most part-time jobs you do will involve some sort of customer-facing element, developing customer service skills that any employer who has customers of any type will value. 2. Societies and Clubs As a UoM student you have access to all kinds of clubs and societies, be those the 400+ official University ones ranging from sport, academia, interest groups and charities, to other clubs in the Manchester area. Membership of a society looks good in the Interests section of your CV to show what youre into outside of your studies. However if you sit on the committee of any society (no matter the topic so yes The Game of Thrones Society counts too!) then put that higher up your CV under Experience or Positions of Responsibility. Active participation like this shows your leadership qualities, and even  event management and communication skills (if you run the societys social media channels, for example). 3. Music and Sports   For some people, they grow up playing sport or a musical instrument. Whether youre part of a UoM club or not, if you are an active player of any sport or musical instrument then include this on your CV. Playing sport/instruments requires dedication and mastery of craft good qualities to show that you have. (True story: I have little ability when it comes to playing musical instruments but at University I often featured with a band because of my rap ability! Luckily no Youtube videos exist of such antics, but it went on my CV and it was an interesting talking point at interview.) 4. Volunteering To include details of any volunteering activities on your CV, you dont have to be in the Sudan with Brangelina or building wells in third world countries (although this is good, too). Any volunteering activity local or otherwise looks great on your CV as it shows an altruistic and compassionate side to your personality and often involves working in teams, providing great examples to use if youre asked about a team experience youve been involved in. If your volunteering included fundraising then put how much you raised; its not a contest, but being able to quantify your fundraising gives a real-life example to back up the work you did. 5. Unpaid work experience For some students (and employment industries), its often an accepted norm that you will undertake unpaid work experience in order to get experience.  This isnt ideal for all, but your unpaid experience doesnt necessarily have to be days and weeks of experience at a company working somewhere for just a day or two (sometimes called work shadowing) still looks good on your CV. Unpaid work shows a real dedication to the role/sector/company, and gives you commercial awareness of how a business works and experience of a professional environment, great for future applications and interviews. Within Manchester there are businesses of all kinds who are likely to have taken on students for work experience in the past. Use this local advantage and get in touch with companies for some experience. If you dont ask, you wont get. 6. Using your academic work There are lots of skills you develop as a student. It varies from course to course, but most degrees now have elements of team/group work, presentations, seminar debates, project work, and the like. Its more than okay to use these as examples of communication, teamwork, negotiation skills, etc. in your applications. Whilst a mix of academic and extra-curricular experience is great, there are some skills required that you may not be able to answer with your extra-curricular work. When using academic examples, just be sure to evidence how these have developed the skills required by the job description. And so, in summary if you feel like you havent done anything during your degree to develop your skills, the chances are you actually have! By virtue of being a student (and particularly a UoM student) you are exposed to all sorts of activities and these are interesting to employers. The key thing for any job application is to list the key skills required then go through your academic and extra-curricular activities and find the examples that match. If youre not sure what to use, Ive heard about an excellent Careers Service full of blog writing experts and Careers Consultants who can help you out, no matter where it is youre trying to get to (and even if youre not sure what comes next). You can read more about transferable skills and what they actually are on our website. All Applications and interviews Graduate International Postgraduate Undergraduate Undergraduate-highlighted applications Applications and interviews cover letters experience part time jobs societies Volunteering work experience

Top Five Writing Life Hacks

Top Five Writing Life Hacks We’ve all been in that situation; sacrificing evenings to ensure our writing piece is of a high standard. The truth is there is a lot of legwork involved in ensuring an essay or a writing piece is written to the best of your abilities. The writing industry is extremely competitive and tough to break into so it comes as no surprise that writers spend backbreaking hours to make their work is as good as possible. However, there are many life hacks that you can use to make your writing easier. For example, you could get qualified writing assignment help. Or you could use certain apps to assist you in your writing endeavours. In this article, we will discuss the top five writing life hacks that you can use to make your writing workload easier. Music Music is one of the best ways to spark your creativity. Certain types of music have been shown to invoke certain moods from people. In particular, movie scores and classical music have been shown to strongly move people. Why not listen to a few movie scores or compositions by classical musicians to see which music gets you in the mood to write? Find The Right Environment Finding the right writing environment for you is extremely important. Unless you are writing a college essay, the type of environment you work best in will vary from person to person. It is generally accepted that the best place for a college student writing their essay   is in a silent space with no distractions. However, if you are trying to get your creative juice flowing, then it is different for every person. Some people like to be in a busy coffee shop to observe human interaction to gain inspiration. Some work best in a strictly silent environment without any distractions. Try to write in different environments to see which makes you feel best. If you write papers online with the help of Internet resources, then you will also need to ensure where you write there is a Wi-Fi connection. Trusted Critic It is awfully important that you find someone that can truthfully critique your work. Find someone that is not scared to point out your weaknesses.   As a writer, you cannot afford to have someone nice or someone scared to hurt your feelings look over your work. An honest assessment can make you spot repeated mistakes you are making and understand how your readers view your writing. This is invaluable insight that you should not underestimate. Essay Writing Services For those writing essays, they can receive professional help from essay writing services.   Essay writing agencies have some of the best professional writers working for them. With a writing service, you can rest assured that you will receive an excellent essay in return for your money. A great professional essay writing service is not difficult to find. Apps There are many writing apps available to you nowadays. Many of them analyse your grammar to see if you are using the correct punctuation and grammar. Some, like grammarly, perform a more in depth analysis of your work. They see if you could   substitute better words and your use of the passive voice. We highly advise you to check the Grammarly app. If you make use of even some of these writing life hacks, then there is little doubt that you will truly unlock your creative potential. If you find yourself in a bit of a writing rut right now, do not panic, just follow these suggestions.

Hiring A Professional Resume Writer

Hiring A Professional Resume WriterMany career oriented people are turning to Edmonton resume writers because they do not have the time, knowledge or tools to come up with an all-encompassing resume. In this article we will take a look at the various tools that professional resume writers can offer and whether they are truly necessary for modern day job seeking.First of all, many people fail to understand the difference between a business and a resume service, and consequently think that hiring a professional is a must in order to make a good impression on an employer. An Edmonton resume service will not be able to help you come up with the most appropriate resume if you are under qualified. This is because they are not equipped to create a resume for you and they have no background or experience in dealing with employers.Professional resume writers are specifically trained to write resumes for companies and have knowledge about the legalities of the job market, salaries and companie s. You could hire them on a contingency basis if you do not need the services right away, but keep in mind that their fees are usually quite high, even for small projects. For example, an executive resume writing service will charge around $100 for one page, and you need to be prepared to pay several hundred dollars more if you want a copy for a long list of years.An alternative to hiring an Edmonton resume service is to find a good resume writing service that can help you come up with a proper resume. Resume writers can help you find information on companies and their different programs, salaries and employment opportunities. This can prove to be very beneficial in the long run as it will help you get a job, and help you find what career path is best suited for you.Some employers do not trust resume writing services as their resume writing skills may not be of the highest level, and you need to be careful as to who you allow to write your resume. They will not have the knowledge or experience to present the right information to the company, and they will not have the experience to get you interviews.As well as some employers do not trust the resume writing service as they will simply write your resume for free, they are not going to present it in a way that would benefit you, and this is the main reason why you should seek advice from a professional resume writer. The good thing about hiring a professional is that they have access to a wealth of knowledge, and this means that they can help you write a better resume.If you hire a service that only provides Edmonton resume writing services then they will provide you with the service and of course they will not know anything about the hiring process, or even if you need a job. They can give you some tips, but at this point in time hiring them is pointless.In conclusion, no matter what type of job you are in, it is in your best interest to hire a professional resume writer, otherwise you will never know how much you could have gotten. You can not afford to spend hours writing a resume, so getting one written by someone who knows what they are doing can be very useful.

U.S. unemployment numbers released today. Should we have high hopes

U.S. unemployment numbers released today. Should we have high hopes 0 Flares 0 Flares Mark Harden, of the Denver Business Journal, wrote a positive article surrounding the great shit stew we have brewing.  U.S. unemployment numbers were released today, and possibly show signs of progress.  Harden writes, The nations latest employment numbers, released Friday, were the most encouraging in months, showing a much smaller decline in jobs than earlier this year and even a slight drop in the unemployment rate. U.S jobless rate dropped to 9.4% from 9.5% in the previous month, and the last three months have seen U.S. employment losses average out at 331,000 a month, as compared to an average of 645,000 over the prior 6 months.  Again, Mark brings some hope to readers. Unfortunately, the article doesnt exactly end giving us a reason to join the great, late Harry Kalas in singing  high hopes(there it is, my cheap philly plug). Mark goes on to say, Still, while the BLS figures suggest that the nation may be approaching the bottom of its recession-fueled employment plunge, they also show that the climb back up to more typical employment levels will be a long one. Thanks to the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the frowns.  Have a nice weekend Corn Heads. CLICK HERE TO READ FULL ARTICLE

183 Mitch Wallis - Heart On My Sleeve - Jane Jackson Career

183 Mitch Wallis - Heart On My Sleeve - Jane Jackson Career I met Mitch Wallis a year ago at a Golf Charity Fundraiser hosted by Linfluencers, Dion Woo and Richard Ernster.   At that time, I learned of his incredibly raw and relatable story of what it means to be human, to experience challenging mental health problems, and I am honoured to interview him on YOUR CAREER podcast. Mitch has made the most powerful career transition and his story will inspire you to take action to make a difference too.Mitch Wallis is both inspiring and informative, providing insights into the fundamental aspects of experiencing and supporting others who suffer from mental health challenges.Mitch is able to break down an incredibly heavy and complex topic into an integrated and digestible narrative. He explores the darkest yet most insightful moments of his own mental health journey and its impact on his personal and professional life (in the marketing media industry).Mitch Wallace shares a reflection on the current systematic and social challenges we face in solving this health epidemic, and a framework based in science and lived experience on how we can move forward. Between tears, laughter and lightbulb moments, Mitch leaves you knowing at a deep level that “you are enough” After working at Microsoft for 7 years, Mitch now devotes himself fulltime to helping solve the single biggest issue facing his generation â€" mental health. He is the Founder CEO of Heart On My Sleeve â€" a worldwide social movement and services provider that is one of the fastest growing mental wellbeing initiatives in Australia. He challenges YOU to “Take The Pledge” He was appointed the first ever ambassador for the Australia New Zealand Mental Health association, and has been named a Westfield Local Hero in their annual awards.He was appointed a board of director position at SuperFriend â€" the mental health body of Australia’s Superannuation Industry, and has presented at the 19th Annual International Psychology Conference.Mitch has also interviewed the likes of Miss Universe Australia, Osher Günsberg Ruby Wax. He has featured across Sky News, Channel 10’s The Project, and recognized by GQ Magazine as a Man of Influence Shaping Society as part of their 2019 Gentlemans Ball Issue.Mitch has spoken at/is working with â€"some of the most recognized companies in the country to promote the importance of mental health in the workplace.   These companies include Google, Spotify, Dropbox, Woolworths, Salesforce, American Express, KPMG, and more. Mitch has a Masters of Psychology degree from Columbia University in New York, a Bachelors degree in Commerce from the University of Sydney, has completed specialised study under leading global psychology teachers including Harvard’s Dr Dan Brown and UCLA’s Dr Dan Siegel. Hes also accredited in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and is a trained Lifeline Crisis Support phone operator.  WHERE TO FIND MITCHWEBSITE: HEART ON MY SLEEVETWITTER: @HOMS_movement Download your FREE Job Search Guide here