Job Creation In America

Job Creation In America Well, the debates were about what I expected.  It will be interesting to see how the two change in the next two debates. Whats more interesting is seeing people on Facebook who have been friends with respect towards one another practically go at each others throats.  Heres a post I write back in August that is relevant today: Facebook + Politics + Personal Branding The first topic was about jobs in the U.S. Keeping jobs here, adding new jobs, etc. There is an inherent idea that adding (or keeping) a job will give people a lifestyle career.  In other words, when a presidential candidate says something like Ill create 10,000 jobs, what my brain hears is 10,000 jobs that will be enough to cover all my bills, so I dont have to get another job. And Ill like it, and it will have at least average benefits. But, all jobs are not the same. Is an entry-level level job at a fast food restaurant going to provide the same quality of life as, say, a marketing manager making $80,000 with great benefits? No. The difference between those two is grand. Supposedly, one worker will be healthier than the other.  One will generally not have to worry about being sick and missing too much pay (because of sick leave policies), or finding second or third job to make ends meet. Im not saying that entry level jobs arent good. They are good. What Im saying is that even if we have 10k (or whatever the number is) new jobs doesnt mean that well have 10k career opportunities that will be personally or financially rewarding. I got laid off from my career job 3,910 days ago, on Friday the 13th, in January  of 2006. What Ive learned since then is that if you want to have a lifestyle income, you and only you are in charge of your income, careers, and jobs. I started my own business, and figured out multiple revenue streams. I have seen friends and JibberJobber users bounce between jobs, not because they want to but because companies have let them go, or companies have been shut down. In the 1900s there was an idea that you took care of your job, and your company, and your boss and your company would take care of you.  Until you retired. And then youd get retirement benefits, many times including pension and healthcare until you died. Now, it seems uncommon to stay at one company for more than three years. Heres the main thing: dont wait for the government to create your job. Dont wait for anyone or anything to create your job.  Think about your income more than your job, or your title. Think about multiple streams of income. How can you create, supplement, and achieve your financial goals? Find opportunities, create value, and be independent of what this party says, or that person does let your job security be in your own hands. Job Creation In America Well, the debates were about what I expected.  It will be interesting to see how the two change in the next two debates. Whats more interesting is seeing people on Facebook who have been friends with respect towards one another practically go at each others throats.  Heres a post I write back in August that is relevant today: Facebook + Politics + Personal Branding The first topic was about jobs in the U.S. Keeping jobs here, adding new jobs, etc. There is an inherent idea that adding (or keeping) a job will give people a lifestyle career.  In other words, when a presidential candidate says something like Ill create 10,000 jobs, what my brain hears is 10,000 jobs that will be enough to cover all my bills, so I dont have to get another job. And Ill like it, and it will have at least average benefits. But, all jobs are not the same. Is an entry-level level job at a fast food restaurant going to provide the same quality of life as, say, a marketing manager making $80,000 with great benefits? No. The difference between those two is grand. Supposedly, one worker will be healthier than the other.  One will generally not have to worry about being sick and missing too much pay (because of sick leave policies), or finding second or third job to make ends meet. Im not saying that entry level jobs arent good. They are good. What Im saying is that even if we have 10k (or whatever the number is) new jobs doesnt mean that well have 10k career opportunities that will be personally or financially rewarding. I got laid off from my career job 3,910 days ago, on Friday the 13th, in January  of 2006. What Ive learned since then is that if you want to have a lifestyle income, you and only you are in charge of your income, careers, and jobs. I started my own business, and figured out multiple revenue streams. I have seen friends and JibberJobber users bounce between jobs, not because they want to but because companies have let them go, or companies have been shut down. In the 1900s there was an idea that you took care of your job, and your company, and your boss and your company would take care of you.  Until you retired. And then youd get retirement benefits, many times including pension and healthcare until you died. Now, it seems uncommon to stay at one company for more than three years. Heres the main thing: dont wait for the government to create your job. Dont wait for anyone or anything to create your job.  Think about your income more than your job, or your title. Think about multiple streams of income. How can you create, supplement, and achieve your financial goals? Find opportunities, create value, and be independent of what this party says, or that person does let your job security be in your own hands. Job Creation In America Well, the debates were about what I expected.  It will be interesting to see how the two change in the next two debates. Whats more interesting is seeing people on Facebook who have been friends with respect towards one another practically go at each others throats.  Heres a post I write back in August that is relevant today: Facebook + Politics + Personal Branding The first topic was about jobs in the U.S. Keeping jobs here, adding new jobs, etc. There is an inherent idea that adding (or keeping) a job will give people a lifestyle career.  In other words, when a presidential candidate says something like Ill create 10,000 jobs, what my brain hears is 10,000 jobs that will be enough to cover all my bills, so I dont have to get another job. And Ill like it, and it will have at least average benefits. But, all jobs are not the same. Is an entry-level level job at a fast food restaurant going to provide the same quality of life as, say, a marketing manager making $80,000 with great benefits? No. The difference between those two is grand. Supposedly, one worker will be healthier than the other.  One will generally not have to worry about being sick and missing too much pay (because of sick leave policies), or finding second or third job to make ends meet. Im not saying that entry level jobs arent good. They are good. What Im saying is that even if we have 10k (or whatever the number is) new jobs doesnt mean that well have 10k career opportunities that will be personally or financially rewarding. I got laid off from my career job 3,910 days ago, on Friday the 13th, in January  of 2006. What Ive learned since then is that if you want to have a lifestyle income, you and only you are in charge of your income, careers, and jobs. I started my own business, and figured out multiple revenue streams. I have seen friends and JibberJobber users bounce between jobs, not because they want to but because companies have let them go, or companies have been shut down. In the 1900s there was an idea that you took care of your job, and your company, and your boss and your company would take care of you.  Until you retired. And then youd get retirement benefits, many times including pension and healthcare until you died. Now, it seems uncommon to stay at one company for more than three years. Heres the main thing: dont wait for the government to create your job. Dont wait for anyone or anything to create your job.  Think about your income more than your job, or your title. Think about multiple streams of income. How can you create, supplement, and achieve your financial goals? Find opportunities, create value, and be independent of what this party says, or that person does let your job security be in your own hands.

Thoughtful, Creative and Thrifty Gift Ideas

Thoughtful, Creative and Thrifty Gift Ideas Goodbye Thanksgiving, Hello holiday shopping. I decided that instead of spending hundreds of dollars on ugly pajamas, sweaters or perfume that my friends and family dont even like or want, Im going to get creative and thrifty this year. Rather than focus on the dollar amount I spend per person, I’m going to tailor my gifts to each personality and my relationship with them. Here are a few ideas I have that I hope you can enjoy too! Custom printed textiles:   Design your own t-shirt or a tote bag with a custom print. You can use photographs from your vacation together or print a graphic you designed with this particular person in mind. Furthermore, you can easily find online printshops that offer excellent quality prints on organic and fairtrade materials cotton t-shirts, linen towels and bags of various sizes. Youll have so much fun becoming a fashion designer, and your loved ones will appreciate such a unique gift made especially for them! Custom Stationary/Note Cards: My Mom recently bought my sisters and me some really great, customized note cards from www.pjgreetings.com. They have little stick people that represent your features, personality and hobbies. Another great website is www.designhergals.com. For a less expensive route, here is an example of note cards you can create from www.123print.com. Gift Baskets: I’m a huge fan of homemade gift baskets because they are completely customizable! The contents do not need to be expensive either. For example, you could put memorabilia of inside jokes, tickets of places you’ve been, pictures, candy, a bottle of wine or batch of their favorite cookies. You could even include a “gift certificate” to take them to lunch so you can spend time with that person. You can get baskets for a few bucks at a craft store like Michael’s, then buy some confetti to fill up the basket, and top off with shrink wrap and a bow. The packaging will cost $5-10 (max). Calendar: Each year my sister creates a calendar that is given to everyone in our extended family. She collects great pictures from that year via email and then puts them together on her Mac into a different collage for each month. This year she printed the calendar through apple.com. Gift in a Jar: Maybe it’s the Italian in me, but I show love through feeding the people I care about. A “gift in a jar” is a recipe that is already measured out and ready to be mixed together and cooked/baked. It looks cute and is very thoughtful. This is a great co-worker or hostess gift too. Check out this website to get great recipes and ideas. The site also has free (and really cute) tags you can print out and attach to the jar with a ribbon that show the baking instructions. Video/Slideshow: Although this gift takes more time, effort and creativity, I think this is the greatest one on the list. Making a video or slideshow of different events you and your friends/family have done together would be such a great and personalized way to keep your memories handy. Cookbook: My family has been talking about putting together our family recipes for years, why not do it around the Holidays and give it as a gift? Ask your family and friends to email you their favorite recipes then compile and print them at your local print shop. Or, you could print the recipes on to colored note cards and put them into a cute box that they can keep in their kitchen. If you have any other ideas, share them in the comments or email me so I can post on your idea!

6 Trends to Talk to Your Clients About in 2019

6 Trends to Talk to Your Clients About in 2019 Christmas and New Year is well and truly over and it’s back to work for recruiters throughout London. We expect the world of work to continue to evolve over the next 12 months, as new ways of thinking unfold and take shape. As experts in employment, we are responsible for keeping our clients informed on the latest trends, ensuring they can attract and retain the best talent. Here are just six of the trends you should be prepared to give advice on in 2019: 1. Corporate social responsibility The millennials are here and they aren’t going anywhere. Encouraged by a sense of purpose and a desire to make a difference, this age group is driving a push towards corporate social responsibility, expecting the companies they work for to have strong social, environmental and charitable policies. We expect a business’ ethical standing to become increasingly important as the year goes on, especially as millennials are set to make up half of the global workforce by 2020. 2. Flexible working and work-life blend The need for flexible working has been well-established over the last few years, but 2019 is set to see it explode, with initiatives that move beyond the typical flexi-time or occasional work from home day. Innovative companies have thrown away set working hours altogether, instead choosing a way of working that relies on employee outcomes, instead of actually being in an office. 3. Diversity There’s no denying it â€" employing a diverse workforce is good news for business, having been shown to improve engagement and productivity, encourage creativity and result in an innovative working environment. It also happens to boost the UK economy by £24 billion a year. Therefore, if it isn’t already, it should be a huge area of focus for your clients over the coming months, with an emphasis on equalizing the number of men and women in business, as well as increasing minority representation. 4. Mental health At least one in four people will experience some kind of mental health issue each year, while one in five people will take a day off work due to stress, costing the country £70-100 billion annually. Therefore, businesses who ignore their employees’ mental health do so at their own peril. Creating a mental health-safe environment, with open lines of communication and initiatives like mental health first aiders, are set to increase in popularity as senior decision-leaders recognize that their employees’ health goes beyond just the physical. 5. Soft benefits We expect the candidate-led market to continue well into the New Year, meaning finding the right talent will be more competitive than ever. Employers will now have to think beyond the base and bonus salary to wider benefit strategies, as companies are becoming more inventive as to what they can offer their employees. Annual leave, pension, and healthcare are now stock standard, while free meals, season ticket loans, and discounted gym memberships are just some of the offerings. 6. Employee engagement In the war for talent, retaining talent is just as important as attracting new starters. A 2016 report found that there is a direct correlation between performance and engagement, with the highest performers of an organization registering as three times more engaged than the lowest performing. With just 58% of UK employees saying they are engaged, 4 companies have their work cut on in fostering a connection between the employee, the brand, their role, and their leaders. However, initial ideas don’t need to complicated. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs also applies to engagement, with easy fixes including hygiene, access to healthy food, the right tools to do the job and simple recognition initiatives that ensure the employee feels appreciated. From this baseline, your clients can start to look at developing a two-way dialogue where employees can feel like they can make a difference and therefore, increase their engagement level.

How to Strategize Job Searching Like Chess Playing - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

How to Strategize Job Searching Like Chess Playing - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Job searching is very similar to playing a game of chess. Both activities have a significant element of strategy. But first, let’s agree about the word strategy. A simple definition found in Merriam-Webster’s dictionary, which says, “the skill of making or carrying out plans to achieve a goal.” And indeed, the job seeker has a goal that is not what most people think it is: namely, to get a job. No, the job seeker’s goal is to get a job offer. Once the offer is in writingâ€"which represents an obligation to hire, provided such issues as drug tests and references check out OKâ€"the candidate has to thoroughly evaluate the offer, conduct due diligence, and, hopefully, negotiate a better offer! In a chess game, each player’s goal is to win. When I was seven years old, my father taught me how to play chess. He was a very good chess playerâ€"to the point that he played at chess clubs and participated in state competitions. I never won a chess game with my father. When my motherâ€"my protectorâ€"suggested to my father that he let me win a game occasionally, his response was, “The kid needs to learn how to lose in life.” Life is not always about winning; it’s true that it’s often about losing. And I took that as a lesson for the rest of my life. It was one I thought about a lot when I was in transition and would receive rejection letters. What is the game of chess? Chess is a board game played by two opponents. Each player has 16 pieces to use by following certain predetermined rules or conventions. It’s a game of strategy, and the objective is to checkmate the opponent king. The game involves no luck. The player who better strategizes and knows how and when to use each piece to advantage wins the game. What is job searching? Many people don’t view it this way, but job searching, too, requires strategy. And it requires that the job seeker use various tools or marketing collateral similar to the pieces in a chess gameâ€"for example, a résumé, a cover letter, job applications, and use of social media such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. I must point out, though, that whereas job seekers know they need such marketing collateral, the vast majority of job seekers’ use of those tools is of mediocre quality at best; and some lack the use of such tools altogether. For practical purposes, just about all job seekers are clueless about how to use Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube for job search. Job applicants also have to be effective at networking with other people; they have to communicate properly; and they sure have to be excellent when they reach the interview phase. Here again, in similarity to the game of chess, the person who knows how to skillfully deploy personal and professional assetsâ€"in this case, the aforementioned marketing collateralâ€"is going to be the winner: the one who will be extended the job offer. How is the game of chess similar or dissimilar to job searching? Similarities: Following are some of the elements necessary for success in both chess and job seeking. Considering the next step. Being successful requires a mixture of strategy in the forms of long-term planning and tactics and short-term moves for achieving your objectiveâ€"namely, winning. Time management. Time is a limited resource. In chess, time management skill is required when the game is timed. Job seekers must limit their transition period and start earning money. Learning from experience. In both chess and job search, one should learn from the past and avoid repeating mistakes. It requires recognizing patterns, structures, and analogies so that the situation can be divided into simpler pieces and be made easier to use past experience effectively. Differences: Following are a couple of differences between chess and job seeking. Knowledge. Chess is a game of complete information; it is therefore dissimilar to, say, a dice game. In chess, the player always knows exactly where the opponent’s pieces are and precisely how the opponent’s pieces are allowed to move. The rules of the game are known. In job search, it’s typically harder to know what employers’ options are or how strong the other candidates are. Winner. Chess is a zero-sum game: when one player wins, the other player losesâ€"except in ties (and in tournaments, when they split the point and each side gets a half point). Among job seekers there is only one winner; all the rest are losers.

The Five Types of Templates For Resume Writing

The Five Types of Templates For Resume WritingTempllates for resume writing are the paper documents that are required to describe an individual's current position, educational qualifications and professional experience. These documents must be prepared in accordance with the requirements and rules of the Employment Equality (Equality) regulations. Resume writing for this purpose is essentially about preparing and writing such documents.There are a number of forms of these documents that are available. The first form is the Job search strategy. In this case the resume writer makes use of a particular field that they have chosen to look into on their career site and then the selection of specific career fields would allow them to categorize their requirements. This process ensures that all relevant information is captured within the template so that it can be checked and examined by others.The most essential thing about job search strategy is that the writer does not get distracted by other things as to get lost in the background. One thing that is quite helpful is to review and examine the right steps needed to acquire a job that should be considered. After identifying these steps one can then determine where the resume writer needs to start in their search for a suitable job.The second form of templates for resume writing is a market research process. The writer is tasked to gather all necessary information from employers about a certain job, in order to establish if the career should be pursued. As the research is done, the individual can then proceed with applying for the job and ensuring that the application and the appropriate paperwork are in order.The third templates for resume writing is a survey process that requires the writer to interview people to gauge the kind of people who might be suitable for a particular job. Most of the time, the person is expected to apply for jobs and take interviews without really knowing whether it will be possible to find a suitable job. All this depends on the speed of the interviewer and the experience level of the individual.The fourth option for the templates for resume writing is a job search strategy that involves online searches and job-search processes. One should not limit their search for jobs to just a single place or job board. It is only when one is able to gather information from many locations that the job market will be taken into consideration. With more than one way of looking for a job the chances of success increase dramatically.The fifth part of the template is a career-oriented document. In this document the writer explains why a particular job is suitable for the person. These documents should also make it clear what qualities are being sought after by the employer. It is best to go over the checklist and try to read it over again.It is important to note that all forms of templates for resume writing must comply with the Equality and Human Rights Commission. This is because th e applicant must be given equal opportunities to be employed regardless of his gender, race, disability, age, nationality, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, marital status and so on.

No, Lucy Kellaway - public praise at work is (mostly) a great thing - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

No, Lucy Kellaway - public praise at work is (mostly) a great thing - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Im about to rant. Youve been warned :o) In this article, Lucy Kellaway argues against public praise in the workplace, calling it a dangerous, corrosive substance that has a powerful and positive effect on the person it is aimed at but is better administered behind closed doors. She bases this partly on her own observations: I?ve often observed this effect. If you watch the faces of journalists when a colleague is told that their latest article was a marvel, they pretend to take it in their stride: they may even manage to splutter out agreement that the article was indeed brilliant. But if you look carefully you may see a slight puckering around the mouth as if they had just sucked on a lemon. And she also references a new study on this: The authors conducted four experiments in clothing stores to investigate consumers? reactions to salespeople?s flattery. In each case, participants heard salespeople making flattering comments about other customers?sense of style. Then researchers asked various questions about their opinions of the salespeople. The result: The authors found that observing someone else being flattered causes people to compare themselves to that person, which leads to feelings of envy. Another experiment showed that participants experienced more envy when the target of flattery was a peer (a student at the same university). Got it? Praise is fine but only in private. If you praise employees in front of coworkers, the result is envy. In Kellaways words the effect is roughly like drinking acid. I say nonsense for three reasons. First of all, Lucy Kellaways personal experiences with public praise may be perfectly correct but remember, the plural of anecdote is not data. Thats why we do studies. Secondly, what about that study didnt that prove that public praise is toxic? Well, if you read the article itself, youll find that its not actually a study on praise, its a study about flattery. Those two things are not the same at all. Being flattered for your dress sense by a store employee is not analogous to being praised for your good work in the office. Also, the study looks at shoppers in a clothing store. To think you can directly transfer that to the workplace is incredibly simplistic. Unless you work in a clothing store, I guess :o) And thirdly, public praise is actually a common practice among all the worlds happiest workplaces. They consistently praise and celebrate people and teams who deserve it in public. Which begs the question, if public praise is so horribly toxic, then why does it work so well at Zappos, Southwest Airlines and Virgin, just too mention a few? To conclude on such a flimsy basis that public praise is bad, bad, bad and recommend that managers stop doing it is in my opinion overly simplistic. But what depresses me the most about Kellaways article is not the sloppy reasoning, but the negative view of human nature it reveals. Does she really think that people are so petty and narrow-minded that we cant deal constructively with our coworkers being praised? Does she really think we are completely unable to enjoy other peoples success and just be happy for them? What a sad, sad view of human nature. Lets add some nuance instead, shall we? Is public praise always good? Is public praise in the workplaces always good? No. I can imagine at least three ways public praise can backfire. Some employees, especially introverts and those unused to praise, may prefer being praised in private. Public praise makes them feel exposed and singled out even if it is for something positive. If the workplace is already toxic and employees dislike each other, then praising one person will annoy everyone who hates that person. Finally, some studies have shown that we tend to have a slightly negative view of positive people. For instance, people who are against a topic are rated as slightly more intelligent than people who are for the same topic. Managers who praise their employees may be victims of this bias. In fact, this may be partly what is going on in the study Kellaway references. Advantages of public praise over private praise Also completely missing from Kellaways article is any discussion of the possible advantages of public over private praise. I can see at least three: Spreading best practices If I hear someone else being praised, I can learn from what they did right and learn from their good example. Pride If people are praised in front of others that makes them proud and happy. Create a sense of results and progress When my coworkers are praised, it shows that were doing good work and achieving progress. Teresa Amabiles research shows that perceived progress is a powerful source of happiness at work. The upshot Public praise is a fantastic practice which has proven its value in many, many workplaces. It is not a universal good (see above), but we certainly havent seen enough evidence to declare it universally bad. My recommendation to managers remains the same: Praise whenever theres a meaningful reason to do it, and praise in public whenever possible so more people get the benefit. OK rant over. Phew, I feel all better now :o) Your take Whats your take on this? How do you feel when your coworkers are praised? Do you feel happy for them or hate their guts? How would you feel about working in a workplace, where praise is given only in private? Related articles You manager probably thinks criticism is better than praise. Hes wrong. Heres why. The top 5 ways NOT to praise people at work. How Richard Branson praises Virgin employees. Thanks for visiting my blog. 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My Favorite Work Bags Right Now! - Cubicle Chic

My Favorite Work Bags Right Now! - Cubicle Chic My Favorite Work Bags Right Now! How To Wear, Uncategorized April 6, 2016 0 CommentsBy now you must have heard about the Shopbop family and friends sale, and a ton of other sales information going on… simply put, everything I am listing in this post is on sale!Even though I have already found my perfect work bag (blog post here), I am still on the hunt for the EVEN MORE PERFECT work bag. And here’s a list of bags that I am just itching to get.If like me, you have an office job where you have to fit personal belongings like your wallet and make up, possibly a few different cell phones, and paper and documents… these are probably the right bag of choice for you! Banana Republic Banana Republic Get Sale Alert Amazon.com Rebecca Minkoff Get Sale Alert shopbop.com Madewell Get Sale Alert shopbop.com Tory Burch Get Sale Alert Banana Republic Banana Republic Get Sale Alert