Hit the Ground Running Upon Graduation - Hallie Crawford

Hit the Ground Running Upon Graduation This is a recent press release Shannon Cherry, my PR guru extraordinaire, created for me. And an update on this, Hometown Dekalb has posted the article on their website. I was excited to be mentioned, a thank you to them. Atlanta (January 18, 2007) â€" There’s more opportunity and more choices than ever for college graduates, but according to Career Coach , MA, CPCC, the key for students to land a great job upon graduation and be prepared for life after school is to think and plan ahead. Surveys show employers plan to hire almost 18 percent more new college graduates from the class of 2007 than they did from the class of 2006 â€" and the jobs will go to the ones who are most prepared for the transition,” says Crawford, who helps graduates and their parents create a career plan. The growing demand for new graduates is a result of an increased demand for employers products and services; in addition, employeesâ€"baby boomersâ€"are retiring or nearing retirement age, and other employees are leaving organizations for new opportunities. Indications are that employers expect the good job market to continueâ€"or perhaps get better. “Most students don’t think about getting a job until close to graduation, which is a mistake,” says the career coach. “College students so frequently graduate unprepared for life after college, and with no sense of what they want to do. Many return to live with their parents although they’d actually prefer not to.” But just like finding the best college, developing a plan of action to find a career that suits one’s personality, interests and talents about a year prior to graduating. Crawford shares the following tips to get the plan started: Discover what’s important to you in life and in a career-determine your values and priorities. “Know yourself and what you think you want to do,” she says. “Now is the time to explore what you want to be when you ‘grow up’”. Gain inspiration from others who are working in a field they love. “Find a mentor by identifying successful people in your life and talk to them about what they did to get there,” explains Crawford. Get the experience. “A college degree is important to many employers, but real world experience is even more valuable,” she says. An internship will build many of the skills employers find lacking. “And it’s not just an opportunity to gain experience, but its also a setting for you to learn professional behavior, learn what it means to work in a team, and practice interpersonal communication,” Crawford explains. Think like an employer. “I know that a lot of money has been spent on your education, but the reality is employers want to see the skills, not your college life on a resume,” she says. She suggests highlighting what you can do on a resume, before ever discussing where you learned to do it. “Young adults and their parents spend a lot of time and money at school,” says Crawford. “Don’t waste the investment by not thinking of future plans.” Young adults, college students and their parents: Contact me today and schedule your complimentary 30 minute consultation. Learn about the coaching programs I offer to help you hit the ground running upon graduation.

Resume Writing Agency - How Important Is It?

Resume Writing Agency - How Important Is It?For a lot of people, the resume writing agency can be a very valuable tool for obtaining employment. If you have decided to look for one, it is important that you find one that is legitimate. This way, you will not end up being taken advantage of or losing any money.Job ads will usually make reference to the availability of the job. However, most often it will also mention the pay rate. This will give you an idea as to how much money you are expected to earn. You should always take the job first and then see if you can negotiate it.It is also important to keep in mind that the pay rate in a particular job might not necessarily match the rate offered by a prospective employer. There are so many other things that go into it. In some cases, there might be things that are based on job requirements and other situations, such as location.The resume that you will produce will be a direct reflection of your abilities. You should try to remember thi s. If you get information that contradicts this, it is important that you write something that shows how you are able to fulfill the requirements of the job. Of course, what goes into the resume has a great deal to do with the kind of job that you will be looking for.You can definitely find a resume writing agency that you can work with. This might take some time though. You might need to look at various agencies to see what they have to offer. You may even have to contact a few individuals to find out which one you think is best.The best thing to do is to find a couple of agencies and see what they have to offer. This can help you decide which agency would suit you best. This way, you will have more time to focus on other aspects of your career.Most importantly, you will want to be honest in your application. It is your opportunity to show employers what you can do. Therefore, it is best to make the most of the time that you have to make your resume and the experience that you have before you turn to the hiring manager.

4-Day Workweeks Can Damage Health

4-Day Workweeks Can Damage Health Switching from a five-day to a four-day workweek often is touted as a benefit for people who want to build more flexibility into their schedule, but it can be a trap for people who already find themselves stretched too thin. Overworked Americans might inadvertently add to their workload rather than reducing it, research suggests. Adopting a condensed schedule, the thinking goes, forces workers to better prioritize their to-do lists, while dangling the promise of a three-day weekendâ€"every weekend!â€"to keep people motivated. For working parents, it’s often cited as a way to cut down on the high cost of childcare, and it gives people with long commutes a financial break on what they have to pay in gas, tolls, or public transportation every week. Video Player is loading.Play VideoPlayMuteCurrent Time  0:00/Duration  0:00Loaded: 0%Stream Type  LIVESeek to live, currently playing liveLIVERemaining Time  -0:00  SharePlayback Rate1xChaptersChaptersDescriptionsdescriptions off, selectedCaptionscaptions settings, opens captions settings dialogcaptions off, selectedAudio TrackFullscreenThis is a modal window. This video is either unavailable or not supported in this browser Error Code: MEDIA_ERR_SRC_NOT_SUPPORTED Technical details : No compatible source was found for this media. Session ID: 2019-12-31:95c2e9d4eaa96cd2286583ae Player Element ID: jumpstart_video_1 OK Close Modal DialogBeginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window.TextColorWhiteBlackRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyOpaqueSemi-TransparentBackgroundColorBlackWhiteRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyOpaqueSemi-TransparentTransparentWindowColorBlackWhiteRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyTransparentSemi-TransparentOpaqueFont Size50%75%100%125%150%175%200%300%400%Text Edge StyleNoneRaisedDepressedUniformDropshadowFont FamilyProportional Sans-SerifMonospace Sans-SerifProportional SerifMonospace SerifCasualScriptSmall CapsReset restore all settings to the default valuesDoneClose Modal DialogEnd of dialog window.PlayMuteCurrent Time  0:00/Duration  0:00Loaded: 0%Stream Type  LIVESeek to live, currently playing liveLIVERemaining Time  -0:00  Playback Rate1xFullscreenClose Modal DialogThis is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button.Close Modal DialogThis is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. But the reality is that stretching the workday has drawbacks of its own. Ohio State University public health professor Allard Dembe noted in an article in The Conversation that people who regularly log extra hours are more likely to get hurt at work if they work in industrial settings, and more likely to suffer negative health effects “as a result of fatigue and stress that accumulate over a longer-than-normal working day.” The primary problem with the four-day week, he observed, “is that whatever work needs to be done, needs to get done in the same amount of total time. Despite wishes to the contrary, there are still only 24 hours in a day.” A body of other research referenced by the Harvard Business Review found that people working long hours have a harder time making good judgment calls, managing their emotions and communicatingâ€"necessities in just about any job today. The effects are especially pronounced on female workers, studies have found. “Womenâ€"especially women who have to juggle multiple rolesâ€"feel the effects of intensive work experiences and that can set the table for a variety of illnesses and disability,” Dembe warned. What’s more, if those last couple of hours every day in a four-day workweek aren’t as productive as they need to be, you could find yourself feeling pressure to come in on your day off to get more done, defeating the purpose of the four-day workweek in the first place. If you want to give a four-day week a shot, it’s important to set firm boundaries around your hours, allow yourself breaks to recharge your batteries, and avoid letting work creep back into your extra day off. Do you work a four-day week? Let us know at letters@moneymail.com.

MPA vs. MPP Which Is Right For Your Career - Work It Daily

MPA vs. MPP Which Is Right For Your Career - Work It Daily For those who wish to work in the public sector, there is often a question of which degree aligns closest to their career goals: the Master of Public Administration (MPA) or the Master of Public Policy (MPP). Both the MPA and MPP degrees have definite merits, but it can be confusing for a student to know which one to choose. Defining what each of these degrees are, the differences between them and the preferred degree for different career paths makes it significantly easier to reach a decision. What Is A Master Of Public Administration (MPA)? A Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree offers curriculum that focuses on preparing students for a management career in public service. Those who have earned this degree have gone on to work in all levels of federal, state, and local government agencies. Others have pursued careers in nonprofit agencies, international organizations, consulting firms, and even in the private sector. The MPA degree assures that students develop skills and techniques for best practices in implementing policies, projects, and programs to help them resolve societal problems. What Is A Master Of Public Policy (MPP)? The Masters of Public Policy (MPP) degree also prepares students to work on the issues society faces. The emphasis of this degree, however, is on evaluating and solving policy problems using quantitative and qualitative data. Those who have earned the MPP degree typically become leaders in all levels of government agencies, nonprofit agencies, international organizations, and consulting firms. Some also have careers as analysts or researchers in the private sector. MPA Vs. MPP - Differences And Similarities From this standpoint, the MPA and MPP degrees look quite similar. In fact, they have converged over the years where both degrees require many of the same core courses. The main difference between the two degrees is the MPA’s focus on administration and leadership with an emphasis on management. This degree focus includes studies in human resources, finance, management principles and information systems. To earn an MPA, students are usually required to have professional experience, such as internships or other working experience before the degree is granted. In contrast, the MPP focuses on evaluation and strategy with an emphasis on research and analysis. Coursework usually includes research methods, statistics, cost-benefit analysis, and economics. Most MPP programs do not require candidates to have relevant professional experience to be accepted into the program. MPA Vs. MPP - Which Is Better For Different Career Pathways? To determine whether an MPA or MPP degree is right for you, you only need to look at your goals. The MPA degree is more flexible for management positions outside of the public sector, even though it does maintain a focus on public service. Having that option available is a benefit if you aren't sure if government or nonprofit agencies are your true calling. The MPP, on the other hand, is more focused on public service and is ideal if you are certain that you would like a career in government, nonprofit agencies, or philanthropic institutions. As with any education decision, you should consider your own career goals before making a decision. If you still have questions, you can call an admissions specialist to discuss your future plans and the degrees available to you. This article was written by Inbound Marketing Coordinator Logan Harper on behalf of CAREEREALISM-Approved Partner, 2U â€" an education technology company that partners with institutions of higher education such as the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill which provides one of the best MPA programs in the US./em Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!

The Gender Wage Gap Persists Where Are We Now And What Can We Do

The Gender Wage Gap Persists Where Are We Now And What Can We Do Actress Amy Adams recently declared that she doesnt want to be a headline anymore about pay equality, but with the gender pay gap persisting as we approach 2017, the sad reality is that this very quote did become a headline. Adams joins countless other celebrities and activists who are speaking out on the issue, yet despite increased media attention, unequal pay is still very much a glaring and present disparity.New research from PayScale.com helps to show the divisions between mens and womens pay and job levels in America, revealing that in 2015, the median pay for women welches $44,300, a whopping 77% less than the mens median of $58,000. In 2016, the gap actually increased, with the median for women dipping below 75% the corresponding mens figure ($44,800 vs. $60,200).The report analyzes data collected from more than 1.8 million workers between October 2014 and October 2016.There are two principal reasons of this eno rmous disparity. First, men tend to occupy significantly higher and more well-paid flecks than women. Second, even when differences in position and length of experience are accounted for, men enjoy somewhat higher pay than similarly situated women.PayScale also asked approximately 80,000 respondents whether they feel their gender has kept them from receiving a raise and/or promotion. Not surprisingly, only 3.5% of males but 18.5% of females answered in the affirmative.Gender Gaps in Job LevelAcross all age groups (those surveyed were between 20 and 65 years old), there is a higher percentage of women than men in individual contributor level jobs (the lowest job level included in the survey). That gap widens with age. For 20- to 25-year olds, 77% of men surveyed and 78.4% of women occupied such positions. However, by age 60-65, 44.5% of men and 60.6% of women continued to work at this level.As you might expect, the tables turn as the job level increases. The percentage of men occupyi ng higher level positions - whether manager or supervisor level, director level, or executive level - is higher than the percentage of females in those roles in nearly every single age group. While the disparities abflug out relatively small for 20- to 25-year-olds (21.1% of men and 19.6% of women were in manager or supervisor level jobs), they increase with age (40.5% men to 32.4% women for 40- to 45-year-olds). The gap is even more pronounced with executive level positions, with mens percentages more than doubling womens at both age 40 to 45 and 60 to 65.Gender Wage Gaps by Industry and by StateAcross every single industry included in the report (21 industries total), the median pay for men is higher than that for women. The wage gap is smaller in industries such as Educational Services and larger in industries such as Finance s a gender pay gap, but the severity differs. When the survey controls for position level and experience, the gap still persists in 48 states, significantly in some, though in Vermont and Connecticut, the survey indicates that women actually enjoy a very slight advantage over similarly situated men. Moving Forward While PayScale.coms findings are disheartening, we know that some companies are moving in the right direction. For example, Salesforce and Google are making concerted efforts to diminish the gender wage gap and are speaking publicly about their methods, which can inspire other companies to follow in their footsteps. Salesforce CEO Marc Beinoff put his companys reputation on the line when he publicly announced that he was conducting a compensation audit. When he found that there was in fact a gender wage gap at his company, he implemented a plan (with $3 million in funding) to resolve it.The gender wage gap is an issue close to our hearts at Fairygodboss, where our mission is to improve the workdistribution policy for women by increasing transparency regarding issues such as equal compensation for women and whether employers a re generally female-friendly. Offering a place for women to anonymously review where they work based on their experiences regarding salary, maternity leave policies and whether men and women are treated equally (among other issues), Fairygodboss informs women who are making career decisions and also serves to inspire companies to improve their policies to attract and retain female employees.There is much room for improvement, and there is still very much a gap that needs to be closed. In the meantime, we will continue to increase transparency surrounding the wage gap and other issues women face in the workplace. The first step toward diminishing the gap is making sure that people are well informed and able to knowledgeably participate in an open dialogue.Youcan help Fairygodboss bring transparency and attention to the gender pay gap by Fairygodboss is committed to improving the workplace and lives of women.Join us by reviewing your employer

What You Must Know About While Writing My Resume Can I Describe My Responsiblities and Why

What You Must Know About While Writing My Resume Can I Describe My Responsiblities and Why Lies Youve Been Told About While Writing My Resume Can I Describe My Responsiblities A possible employer may believe that a gap in your resume implies that youre not trying hard enough to locate a new job, which implies that youre lazy. The easy rule is you ought to use past tense for past jobs and present tense for your present job. The ones that you pick should relate directly to the job which you are applying for. To stand out, you will need to demonstrate to the possible employer you could do the work well. Job descriptions for the identical ort will read differently depending on the type of job that youre searching for now. Skills section is a critical portion of the caregiver resume. Read the job description of the job youre applying for. The point is to organize all of the data in a manner that immediately captures the readers attention, to make sure that the whole summary beco mes reviewed. Theres no need to include plenty of lengthy words in an attempt to sound more knowledgeable or experienced. Writing a strong and compelling resume summary can dramatically increase your odds of being called in for in interview, so its vitally important you know how to make yours stand out from the crowd. While both sentences effectively state something similar, the second sentence is much more reader friendly and it conveys a feeling of purpose and competence. If you had the ability to successfully manage work and a company on the side, you can multitask. Some use their ridesharing geschftsleben to display their business skills, while some dont wish to mention it whatsoever. Hiring managers ask you to briefly describe your present position only because they wish to set you at ease. On the flip side, a manager whos buffered from top management by a few layers of reporting relationships are going to have fewer direct interactions with senior leaders. If you rev eal that you consistently produced positive results for previous employers, youll be viewed as a desirable candidate. Writing the perfect resume in line with the work description is hard. Before you commence adding job descriptions to your resume, you might want to earn a list of accomplishments at every one of your jobs. Last, keep in mind that the work description is intended to help you customize your resume and get ready for the interview. If youre planning to answer yes to that question, you want to be ready to explain the way that it wont affect your performance. Generally, you must always concentrate on putting your most powerful information first. Next, consider prioritizing the information that you provide in each individual description. When reviewing sample job descriptions, it can help to realize what youre taking a look at.

The Nuiances of Can Resume Be 2 Pages

The Nuiances of Can Resume Be 2 Pages Your synopsis should pay attention to your achievements, your time within the area and precisely what technicals skills you can provide. Unwise since they are your papers on its a general. Chronology isnt as crucial as tailoring the information for a certain function. Asking questions regarding the job will assist the manager realize that youre looking for your own happiness and prosperity. Ask a worker where you are able to receive a work application. Scroll through the folks working at that company until you discover a person who appears to be the hiring manager. The hiring manager knows you are going to be nervous, so he or shell conduct the interview much enjoy a friendly conversation. You wont ever acquire a 2nd unplanned to earn a first impression, thus take advantage of the chance you become. Contrary to what you may have heard, you do not need to squeeze 15 decades of work experience into a one-page resume. Most individuals squander the chance. If you get a very long work history, know that the majority of people dont read what you did 10 years back, she explains. Thus, it seems the resume length rule is actually not a rule about length in the slightest. The very first thing you ought to do with your resume is to get rid of irrelevant and unnecessary info. Otherwise, there isnt anything bad about a brief one-page resume provided that the content is relevant and highlights your abilities well. The remaining part of the rules arent really rules at all they are guidelines and ideas to help you ensure you concentrate on the ideal things in your resume. The Unexposed Secret of Can Resume Be 2 Pages You shouldnt publish an article that isnt properly proof read. For some thing to be an exceptional persuasive essay topic, it has to be an arguable matter. You will discover a straightforward way in your case to guarantee a sample essay made by our creator is unique. The only case where two pages are r equired, are when youre citing published works. Details of Can Resume Be 2 Pages Just make sure to are in possession of an excellent segue. There are a couple approaches you are able to pare down your resume. You might be thinking, Thats all well and good, but I have zero idea what things to remove. Tell friends the type of work youre searching for. Naturally, as always, it ought to be performed in an extremely professional way. Just dont forget that you likely will do much more cutting when it is time to create your work search resume. A functional resume format might be better for you. Executive resume samples are easily obtainable on the net, and while copying text is not wise, looking closely at unique formats will provide you with a thought of the greatest presentation for your materials. While you can make a hybrid of formats you ought to avoid developing a format thats entirely unique or different by utilizing a comparatively obscure formatting. Its easy to master 2-page resume format. Also, the author will check with you for clarifications in order to supply your creating needs during the fruchtwein dependable way quite possible. Get your resume down to a page and concentrate on the appropriate experience. If youve got under 10 decades of experience, limit your resume to a single page. It isnt necessary to cram ten decades of work history onto one page in every circumstance. Click the next link to observe the whole two-page sample resume for a senior professional. You have to be able to inform your story in 1 half page. The absolute most important issue to keep in mind is that the info you place up front should be the absolute most important for the CVs purpose. Theres not anything wrong with a 2 page resume in many instances. Employers would rather learn about the effect of your work and the way you went above and beyond the minimal necessary work. The Career Summary section ought to be restricted to a few sentences that emphasiz e your relevant experience, skills and distinctive abilities. Resumes and rules appear to go hand-in-hand. Its great if youre able to list a college and a level, but in the event that you cant take a careful look at classes, workshops and internet training you might have completed. Utilize your resume to convert what youve done previously to what you could do in the futurethen your phone will ring. Even for those who have a whole lot of internship experience, it probably doesnt all have to be on your resume. A well written resume is one thats not overly overwhelming in the opinion of employers. Make certain you choose the best one for the work offer.