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Many people believe themselves to be multitasking masters, but could it all be in their heads? Learn why multitasking is hurting your brain.
Larry Chiagouris's insight:
Whether you are seeking a job or simply trying to deliver a high quality product to a client, the evidence is consistent: nobody can effectively multitask without some decrease in performance.
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The end-of-work argument has often been dismissed as the “Luddite fallacy,” an allusion to the 19th-century British brutes who smashed textile-making machines at the dawn of the industrial revolution, fearing the machines would put hand-weavers out of work. But some of the most sober economists are beginning to worry that the Luddites weren’t wrong, just premature.
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Many of the jobs today will not exist 10 years from now. This very thoughtful article describes a vision of the future that demands people have a plan to reinvent themselves to stay in the game.
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A degree is not the be all and end all when it comes to landing a good job. In fact, building a career without one is often regarded positively.
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Degrees do matter, but what matters more is what was learned while in school....regardless of the rank of the university or college.
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If Many recent college graduates have impressive resumes, but some employers are wary of hiring Millennials. Practice these six qualities to boost your odds of getting a job. Via Leadership
Larry Chiagouris's insight:
This article is intended for millennials but in fact, the advice is relevant for all. Most important are the qualities of energy and enthusiasm. If an employer does not feel these qualities via an interview (even a phone interview) the candidate is not likely to be given an offer.
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Your resume should be polished and to the point. Here are 8 things that do not belong on your resume. Via deborah johns
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Resume space is similar to a print ad. Never waste the space with trivia. For sure, never include an objective statement up front but do provide a summary statement. Great tips here.
deborah johns's curator insight,
May 7, 2015 9:22 AM
Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! This takes about 3 minutes to read and may save your resume from winding up in the trash bin.
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Mountains of student debt, flattening wages, and a tough job market have made many people question whether pricey college degrees still lead to good jobs.
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Opportunities are greater now but only for the students who can demonstrate strong analytical and communications skills.
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Initiating a conversation at a networking event is daunting, but ending a conversation can be equally as tough. Here are a few examples you can use.
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Conversations at networking events should not be more than 5 or 10 minutes so that you can engage as many people as possible. Here are suggestions to end conversations so that you can have as many as possible.
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You cannot control your references for new jobs or new assignments…but here are tips to assist you in minimizing the damage!
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As a leader, the ability to engage others is worth its weight in gold.
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There are many ways in person to person interactions or using mass media to capture another person's attention without going over the top. Here are some good thoughts on the subject (which is important to anyone marketing themselves or their services).
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It's easy to forget the opportunities that you have with your current network. To capitalize on your existing relationships, incorporate these six practices into your routine:
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How to say top of mind without becoming a nuisance….it is a delicate balance.
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This excerpt is a perfect description of the job market: There are two job markets - the public market and the hidden job market. Jobs are filled in the public market with people who have “perfect” backgroundsand are willing to take lateral transfers. The author notes that careers are built on people not being a perfect fit. I could not agree more.
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Careers are more important than jobs. Every job can be a stepping stone to a great career. These steps are worth reviewing.
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A phone call from your dream employer with a job offer is awesome! Be sure to have a clear head before you say yes. Here are 6 tips to handling a job offer.
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Handling a job offer is often an ignored aspect of a job search activity. Here are several good tips.
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I’ve always abided by the standard advice to have your resume focused at one page. However, due to my eight years of experience, more than a few people (including a headhunter), are saying that a one-page resume doesn’t give enough information.
Larry Chiagouris's insight:
This author makes a good point about resume length and the fact that everyone is encouraged to limit a resume to one page. I recommend that everyone have a one page version but also a much longer version to fit the opportunities. Often, at an interview, there is an opportunity to share a longer resume.
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Rachel Sugar looks at some of the biggest red flags in an interviewee.
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Not all of these deal breakers are deal breakers for everyone...but the one that will always kill an interview is the one that asks the candidate to explain what they did on a current or previous job. If they cannot do it in an understandable and relevant manner, they can forget about getting the job.
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Which format should you be using for your resume and for which situation is each format appropriate?
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Both formats work but what works best, regardless of format, is the one that begins with a strong summary statement at the top of the resume.
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You know that your follow up game is so critical to job search. But you may be wondering, "Am I following up TOO much in my job search?" Here's your answer.
Larry Chiagouris's insight:
Best tip in this article is "A great approach is to ask the interviewer about their timeline for making a decision before you leave the interview." Never by shy about asking the question as to "when can expect to hear back from you" and then follow up a few days after that and never before that date. Remember: the job opportunity might be the most important topic in the world to the job seeker but the employer usually has many other fires to put out and getting back to a candidate will be high on the list but the list is usually long.
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Is it possible to figure out what an employer is really like — before accepting a job offer?
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Doing your research in advance of a company is always a challenge and companies do not always tell the truth to prospective employees. Here is an approach to finding out more about a company.
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Talent, genius, and education mean very little when persistence is lacking. Here's what true determination looks like. Via Leadership
Larry Chiagouris's insight:
One of my favorite quotes to accompany this article: "“Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent."
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A few simple changes in your day-to-day habits can help you keep your current network close and create time for new connections too.
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Everyone of these tactics can work and at least one should be used every week.
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Multitasking is an essential skill in the era of email, text messages, Facebook and Twitter. But, argues neuroscientist Daniel J Levitin, it’s actually making us less efficient
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We hear it over and over and over again: multitasking is not a good idea. But many of us still do it. Here is more support for why it is NOT a good idea.
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Did you know? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 70% of all jobs are found through networking. Here's how to network your way to a job.
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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has probably gotten this wrong...very likely 80% to 90% of all jobs are found through networking. These tips will assist you in your networking journey.
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Successfully persuading people that you are the best candidate or that you offer the best proposal is a key ingredient to success. Here is what a former FBI agent does to "persuade" and there is no duress involved!
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Hiring managers may recognize strategies to bypass screening software or hide gaps in employment. Via deborah johns
Larry Chiagouris's insight:
I agree with most of these tips except one: key words if used carefully are a "trick" that work most of the time.
deborah johns's curator insight,
February 12, 2015 1:46 PM
Good three minute read on what not to do on a resume. Remember when applying at Sprint to make sure your resume is current and that it matches your application. Much success to all job applicants! www.Sprint.jobs for opportunities |
A first impression is usually formed in the first few seconds of a job interview but there are still tactics you can use to be sure you walk away with a strong impression. This article provides some great examples.