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Turning Unemployment to Success

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Beautiful Stories

We’re going through a difficult year, what with the COVID-19 pandemic, the election, and everything happening in-between. However, one of the key effects of this year is the massive spike in unemployment, although it has mitigated somewhat in recent months.

If you or someone you love is unemployed, then you’ll already know how bad it can make you feel, whether that comes in the form of shame, guilt, or anxiety and stress. However, just because you’re unemployed now, that doesn’t mean you’ll be unemployed forever, and you may even be more successful than you’ve ever been before.

Here are some real-life stories that will show you what I mean.

JK Rowling

JK Rowling’s story is one of the more well-known stories of rejection and triumph. At the start of her career, [Read more…] about Turning Unemployment to Success

5 Success Strategies to Get Your Small Business the Attention It Needs

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You came up with a great idea and decided to open a business. You’ve thought about the pros and cons, tallied the figures and are ready to jump in with both feet.

But when you’re just starting out, you may not know how to promote your business to make the cash register ring. Understanding how to market your business, whether it’s online or it has a brick-and-mortar location, is the key to success.

Know Your Audience

Before you invest in marketing, you really need to know your audience. Although you might be tempted to say “everyone needs my product or service” even if that is true you will do better by choosing a smaller niche and conquering it first. So, while marketing to the masses is the goal, small business owners need to segment their target audience. Dig deep into the market and segment consumers into groups. You can then segment them into primary and secondary groups, which will allow you to then create a marketing strategy targeted directly to that group.

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Go Local

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Careers to Consider if You Have a Variety of Job Skills

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It can be an asset to be a well-rounded jobseeker. If you’re a job seeker who is fortunate enough to be equipped with a range of talents and skills, then you should take full advantage of them. There are all sorts of careers that can be optimal for people who have a lot going for them in the skills department, after all.

Publicist

Publicists are professionals who work in public relations. They tend to know a lot about marketing, advertising, and spreading the word about companies and their associated services. If you’re an individual who knows how to work well in teams, then you may want to apply for publicist positions. These positions can even be ideal for people who know how to speak in front of large groups. According to Payscale.com Publicists earn an average of $45,961/yr but tend to earn commissions and profit-sharing so their salary is closely tied to their skill level.

Teacher

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Finding Fulfillment in Your Career

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The “Great Recession” of 2008 put the retirement plans of many seniors on hold which resulted in fewer opportunities for millennials. But now, more than 10 years later, many of those seniors are thinking about retirement once again. So that should start creating opportunities for younger people.  If you want a career that helps you grow, you need to know yourself. This includes understanding what your values are and assessing future goals. Here are some ways to find a career that will give you opportunities for growth.

Volunteer

When we get caught up in making enough to survive or in making more money we can lose sight of what is truly important. You may feel frustrated from not being able to earn enough money to live off of or because life is meaningless. Volunteering can lead to a paying job, teach valuable skills and impress employers. Maybe you’d like to help animals, advocate for the environment or teach children who live in poverty. You may also want to work for a company that donates to charity or encourages employees to volunteer. There are also non-profit organizations that hire people so you have the opportunity to help others while [Read more…] about Finding Fulfillment in Your Career

How to Impress Your Interviewer After the Interview

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     The labor market has always been a competition. Employers strive to hire the best candidates for every position because 70% of the efficiency of a business depends on the quality of the employees. Here are some tricks that can help you to present the best impression to a potential employer and land the perfect job.

Choose the Right Career

There is no “right” age for starting a career. The perfect career requires not only education but also the right mindset, which, unfortunately, doesn’t come along with the diploma. When people come to an interview with only the salary in mind, there is a good chance that they won’t be the best employee. So companies have an incentive to not only search for competence but also for a good fit in the company culture.

Even if the first interview was successful, be prepared, because many positions require a second interview with your future direct manager. Some positions, especially creative ones, involve performing a test task. Some companies, especially large ones, watch the bidder literally from the moment you enter the door until the moment you leave. Secretaries can be asked to give their opinion of you while you waited.

The three major phases of a job application are:

  1. Pre-Interview-
    What you do to get to the interview
  2. The Interview-
    The actual interview itself what you say and do face-to-face
  3. Post Interview-
    What you do after the interview to help them remember your favorably.

How to Impress Your Interviewer After the Interview

“The Last Shall Be First” –

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Start Your New Career Right

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There are more people entering the workforce every day. Wherever you are in the world, and regardless of what job you have, you want to make sure you impress your new boss when you are starting your career afresh. The anticipation and nerves that come with starting a new career can sometimes be overwhelming, and it can be difficult to know exactly how you can squash these feelings, so you can succeed. It’s important to remember that starting your career right is more than impressing new employers. These tips can help ensure you get off to a good start.

Know Your Company

There is a surprising number of people who enter a new role knowing little about the company they are now working for. From how lunch breaks work, to knowing what your employers expect from you on shift, it is wise to brush up on your knowledge of where you work before you start. Not only will this help you to feel better prepared for your new position, but it will show your employers how committed you are to your role and making a positive impact on their company.

Put Your Best Foot Forward

The old saying,”You only get one chance to make a good first impression” is very true not only for the interview but also in the first few weeks getting to know your co-workers. It will take a little time for them to size you up so be on your best behavior for the first few weeks. You don’t want them to get the idea that you are a slacker, or a gossip, so stick to your job and [Read more…] about Start Your New Career Right

Dress to Impress: 4 Tips to Leaving a Good Impression in a Job Interview

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As the old saying goes “You never get a second chance to make a good first impression”. You may be one of the most well-qualified individuals in your field, but you may still struggle to find a new position if you don’t make a good impression at the personal interview. Even when you have great credentials, your presence and demeanor during the interview process may be deciding factors that can work in your favor or against you in different ways. Someone who is equally well-qualified and who has a better demeanor may win the job. If you want to put your best foot forward in your future job interviews, pay attention to how you look.

Choose Professional Attire

A great idea is to invest in a quality interview outfit rather than trying to pull something together out of your existing apparel. Because some companies require you to attend multiple interviews, it may even be smart to have a few new outfits from somewhere like Be.Bespoke to choose from. Men should ideally wear a suit with a jacket to make a good impression. Women should wear a pantsuit or even a long skirt with a button-down blouse. Darker colors paired with a lighter-colored shirt or blouse are smart, traditional options.

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Ensure Your Clothing Fits Properly

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Keys to Advancing in Your Chosen Career

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Whether you work for an organization or run your own business, there are some skills that you can master to improve your chances for success. Interestingly, there are a few skills that no-matter what your industry, sector, or position, mastering these skills will help you to advance in your career.

1. Learn How to Network

People who want to succeed in business must learn how to network. Develop strong relationships with others to work your way up the ladder and take advantage of opportunities. However, the relationship must never seem forced or transactional. If you only reach out to people when you require something from them, they may feel as if they are being used and may cut ties with you altogether. The old adage that it is “better to give than receive” may sound like it has nothing to do with business but if you give first people are much more likely to reciprocate. Find out what they need and try to find ways to help them get it.  Keep up with your contacts, it only takes a few minutes to send an email to say hello to a connection and ask how they are, and they’ll be more likely to help you when you need it, as a result.

2. Improve Your Presentation Skills

Presentations are a natural part of most businesses. You may have to undertake some form of public speaking at some point in your career. A public speaking course might, therefore, be the ideal solution to refine your delivery and pitches, so you appear to be a knowledgeable presenter and more confident in your approach. You should also use the best online presentation software to capture your audience’s attention and create engaging presentations.

3. Find a Mentor

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Seeking to Succeed? 14 Ways to Get an Edge in the Business World

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No matter what field you are in there are some basic strategies that can help you succeed in life. Here are 14 things you can do to improve your chances for a successful life.

Set Smart Goals

If you’re really serious about succeeding in the business sector, make sure that you take the time to set goals. These goals will empower you to stay organized and focused on the specific objectives that you’re trying to accomplish through your career. Remember that without a clear plan, you can wind up wandering around in circles without completing any real business-building work that establishes you in your field. Note that the goals you set could be anything from qualifying for a promotion to meeting a specific sales goal. When you set goals, make sure that they are SMART:

  • Specific
  • Measurable
  • Attainable
  • Realistic
  • Time-Specific

Manage Your Time

In today’s society we have so many “time-saving” devices… we no longer have to spend hours going to the well to carry a bucket of water (although in some places in the world this is still a problem), we can just turn on a faucet. We don’t have to hand scrub the laundry, we have a machine to do that. We don’t have to go to the library we have the internet to learn anything. But with all these time saving devices we have many time-wasting devices… like the internet, online games, facebook, etc. The key to success is to use your time wisely. You only have so many hours… and days and years.  Don’t waste them. Don’t let the time leeches steal your hours and days learn to manage your time wisely. The average person only spends 20% of their time doing the things that will help you get ahead and 80% of your time is “busy work”. Learn to avoid the “busy work” and focus on the important stuff  and you will be miles ahead. Imagine if you could shift just 10% from the 80 column to the 20 column. You would be 50% more productive than the average person… that is a major advantage!

Learn to Speak in Public

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Does a College Degree Really Lead to More Employment Opportunities?

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Would-be college students today face many choices. They have questions about their majors, how to fit in at school, and yes, even whether or not a college degree is worth it. After all, students are graduating with more than $37,000 in student loan debt.

However, these numbers don’t tell the whole story. College-degree earners typically earn at least $100,000 more in their lifetimes, according to Marist College. This figure not only implies that degree-holders end up with more money over their lifetimes, but also that they get well-paying jobs. For those who still feel unsure about getting a college degree, here are some things to know.

Promotion Worthy

Most people focus on whether or not they’ll get a good job after they earn their college degrees. What many people do not talk about is the fact that many graduates actually get promoted within their work environment.

For example, they might work for the same company for 10 years after graduating. Their degree might have even been one of the deciding factors in them getting the job. But that same degree could also be partly responsible for them getting a couple of promotions. If these same people are promoted twice, they have in effect, gotten three jobs because of that one degree.

Trust Me I’m a Teacher

There are no guarantees in life and going to college is not a “Golden Ticket” but it is often a stepping stone that helps you reach your full potential.  Teacher Melanie Whitney talks at TEDx about College and the often circuitous road to Success.

Hot Job Trends

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