5 Tips for Resume Hurdles

5 Tips for Resume Hurdles5 Tips for Resume HurdlesAre you avoiding putting together your resume because of what you see as a potential hurdle? Hiring managers and recruiters can spot resume issues from a mile away, so you might as well think about your best approach. Below are five of the most common resume hurdles, with tips on how to address them.Job hopping on resumeIf your job history includes numerous stints such as 10 months here, a year there, and 6 months elsewhere, you may get branded as a job hopper. Given the amount of time and money it takes to find and train new employees, employers want to hire people who will stick around- which could mean your application lands in the no pile.Be direct about your reason for leaving each job. While you can obviously expand on the details in your cover letter or resume, you might consider listing the circumstances on your resume itself. Dont say anything negative about previous employers stick to the facts, and present them concisely. L aid off as a result of budget cuts or failed startup folded in 2011, for example.Covering up the employment gapIf you are unemployed, or if you have an unemployment gap of months or years on your resume, you might be viewed less favorably by employers. Many employers believe that a workers skills deteriorate during periods of unemployment, or that someone without a job will take any job, then leave when a better opportunity comes along. Whether or leid that bears out, it is a fact that most employers tend to hire people without employment gaps over those who are, or have been, unemployed.If you have been out of the workforce for more than six months, or have a fairly recent time in your work history when you were, it can be worth addressing on your resume. Keep your explanation brief, and dont apologize or come across as negative or defensive. Provided elder care for a family member during illness, for example. You could also use an alternate resume format, such as a functional or c ombination resume, rather than the traditional chronological format. These put the focus on skills and accomplishments rather than a timeline. Keep in mind, however, that not all hiring managers like resumes that stray at all from the typical chronological format.Above all, if you find yourself in the midst of a long period of unemployment, take steps to show that you are keeping your skills current. Seek out volunteer opportunities, attend industry events in your area, or start a blog related to your field. Experience doesnt have to be paid to be valuable.Missing resume skillsMany job listings these days include a wide range of desired technical skills. Writers may be expected to have experience with video production, receptionists are often asked to know content management systems, and more. If you are applying to jobs and not hearing back, one issue may be that your resume does not include enough of the technical skills sought by employers. Entering your resume and a job descript ion that interests you into Jobscans resume tool can give you a sense of whether your skills are a match for the job.Dont let yourself be intimidated by job listings including skills you dont yet have. You can learn the basics of many software programs quickly using online tutorials from YouTube, Skillshare, or Lynda.com. Even if you just learn how to use pivot tables in Excel, you will find yourself ahead of many applicants.If you want to apply for a certain job before you have had the time to learn a new skill, spend some space on your resume going into detail about what you already know, and your efforts to continue learning. Use keywords specific to the job you are applying for. I have even seen an applicant list on their resume specific Excel functions they can perform.You can also focus on selling the value of the skills you do have in your cover letter. You could even consider putting together an online portfolio to show off your abilities, and include the link to the portfol io along with the contact information on your resume.No degreeThere are countless reasons for starting a degree program and not seeing it through to completion. But if you are applying for a position that lists a bachelors degree as a requirement, you may be at a disadvantage. What can you do to combat this? For starters, list the school you attended, and the dates when you attended, on your resume. Follow it up with a one-sentence explanation for why you did not finish. Be matter-of-fact rather than apologetic, and do not give a sob story.Next, focus on the experience section of your resume. You may have more applicable, relevant experience than others applying for the job. In order to stand out, you should not just list your previous duties- be sure to include details about specific things you accomplished in each role. When formatting your resume, be sure that your experience section comes ahead of your education section. In your education section, be sure to include any training or professional development you have done. You can even list conferences, seminars, and relevant self-directed study.Do you have digital dirt?Online presencePart of a successful job search is cultivating a consistent personal brand. Most employers will do an online search to see what turns up for applicants they are interested in. If you perform a search for yourself and arent pleased with the results- in other words, if you have some digital dirt- you can use two different methods to improve your online image.Spend some time going over the privacy settings of all your social media accounts. Untag yourself from inappropriate photographs and social media postings, such as those involving drinking, drugs, and discriminatory or disparaging comments. If you have digital dirt that you cannot delete, or that others cannot or will not delete when you request it, then your best option is to bury it.To do so, you need to become more active in a professional context online. Use Twitter, Link edIn, and blogs to post and comment on content relevant to your field. You can even leave book reviews on Amazon.com. Not only will these entries push negative ones down, but they will allow you to replace the negative stories with ones that demonstrate your devotion to your field. New entries do not always show up at the top of search results, so you will need to make positive posts consistently over time. Listing your LinkedIn profile and Twitter handle with yourcontact information on your resume is one way to draw attention to your positive contributions.

Great Jobs for People Who Love to Build Things

Great Jobs for People Who Love to Build ThingsGreat Jobs for People Who Love to Build ThingsHow anyone ends up on a particular career path varies. Some people know exactly what they want to do from a very young age others spend time experimenting with different careers looking for the best fit for themselves.There are some habits, likes and hobbies that lend themselves to great job opportunities. Identifying traits you possess and discovering the careers they relate to can be tricky. As part of a series of posts to Simply Hireds blog, well be looking at a particular trait people possess and the jobs it prepares them for. Today were focusing on people who love building things. If you get satisfaction seeing something where there was once nothing and always tout the value of Legos, perhaps one of these jobs is a good fit for you.Architect average $73K a yearArchitects design and oversee the construction of buildings. Its their responsibility to make sure building projects meet safety a nd zoning regulations. To work as an architect youll need a certification and experience in the field that you can get from internships.Carpenter average $31K a yearOne of mankinds oldest professions, carpenters create items from many materials- most often, wood. Carpenters may not build things on the sheer scale of architects, but they get to build with their bare hands. A big part of carpentry can be dangerous (electrical, etc.), so if you dont have attention to detail, then carpentry may not be for you.City planner average $51K a yearOkay, the job title may be a bit misleading. City planners are not designing and building cities. They determine ways to use public land to meet the needs of the community. This job offers the opportunity to positively impact a community. As public policy grows more concerned with renewability and sustainability, city planners are increasingly focused on green initiatives.Landscape architect average $63K a yearAll building doesnt have to be with stee l and wood. If you love the outdoors and have a green thumb you may want to think about working in landscaping. Working as a landscape architect youll have the chance to make parks and other outdoor spaces pleasant to the eye.UI designer average $70K a yearDo you ever find yourself on a website saying to yourself, Why did they design this the way they did? Its so confusing If so, there may be a career waiting for you in user interface design. UI designers figure out the best design for webpages so users can engage with them in an efficient manner. To work as a UI designer youll need to code and have some working knowledge of design theory.Visual merchandiser $33K a yearRounding out our list is visual merchandiser, a job mainly attached to retail where you have the opportunity to design, set up and install visual displays in order to catch the eye of potential customers. This is a fun way to utilize your interest in building because you have the chance to see firsthand what impact yo ur product has on customers. Although a degree can help you land one of these jobs, it may not be completely necessary.All salaries via Simply Hireds salary estimator.

Apollo 11 Engineers Share Your Stories

Apollo 11 Engineers Share Your Stories Apollo 11 Engineers Share Your Stories Apollo 11 Engineers, Share Your StoriesTo celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, Mechanical Engineering magazine is reaching out to ASME members and others who had worked on the historic mission or were involved with its success in some way. Wed like to hear about and share your memories of the project for a special feature package in the magazines July issue.Were sure those who were there still have fond memories of their involvement in sending the first astronauts to the moon. Some things wed like to ask areWhere were you during the landing, and what do you remember most about being there?How did you get involved in the moon landing and what was your role?Could you describe the experience of working at NASA or for one of its contractors at the time?What do you think about now when you look back on the mission? How did the Apollo project change you and influence your career?Please le t us know if you have any pictures you can share with us.To share your thoughts and memories of the Apollo 11 moon landing, please send your response, along with a phone number, to memagasme.org by April 15, 2019. We look forward to hearing from you.

7 working moms on what its like to pump breast milk at the office

7 working moms on what its like to pump breast milk at the office7 working moms on what its like to pump breast milk at the officeFirst comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the baby, then comes . . . the breast pump. Even as families take on more shapes and forms, many employers still dont offer comfortable, beneficial, and respectful solutions for working women to pump their breast milk at the office. Depending on milk production, most new moms can expect to pump for 30 minutes to an hour at least twice a day during traditional office hours. While federal law currently does bedrngnis require companies to provide breaks for nursing motherbeis, they may be required by state law, and the Department of Laborencouragesemployers to provide these breaks.Between scheduling meetings, filing reports, completing projects, and filtering emails, those precious moments to escape can offer uninterrupted quiet to think clearly or relax from the rollercoaster of emotions and changes that are happening in your body, mind, and life. But when youre shoved into a cloplatzset, asked to pump in your car, or stuck in a meeting until your breastsare painful, your stress level will reach an even higher high.Here, moms who pumped on the job share their good and bad experiences, as well as offer their best advice to employers and working mothers.I used my bosss officeWhen Lisa Munjack, now the president of her new company, Munjack Marketing, welches a new mom, she worked ata newspaper in New York. At the time, the companydidnt offer many places for her to pump. Her cubicle had no door and a window that faced the street.Her solution? She asked her boss to use his private eckball office.The move didnt come without blunders, though.If youve ever breastfed, you know how urgent it can be to express milk, she said. If you dont, then were talking leakage. So Id run in with my breast pump and tell him he had to clear out quickly. He was an older man, so hed always be embarrassed but would gather up whatever he was working on and go to my desk.A better option would be for employers to offer a small, private, dimly-lit room for this purpose, Munjack said.I was upfront about the needs I would haveLisa Wright, now the executive director at Complex Care Texas, said she was pleasantly surprised by the offerings of her company when she had her first child. Not only did the company provide individual rooms for moms who valued privacy, but it also created a larger room where working moms could pump together and store their breast milk in lockers. While the accommodations for new moms were impressive, scheduling proved to be a more difficult task, Wright said. She said she set an alarm clock and sometimes had to leave meetings to pump.Wrights advice to working moms is to never make excuses for why youre late or need to exit a meeting earlier, since your body - and your babys health - is your top priority in the newborn months. You have to ensure you communicate in advance t o all meeting organizers if you are going to be late, need to leave early, or will have to step out of the meeting for a bit, she said. You have to be confident to speak up.I struggled with getting comfortable without my babyWhen Carrie Aulenbacher, an executive administrator and author, had her first child, she said her company was gracious and patient with her experience. I was allowed to lock myself in the upstairs conference room for privacy and space to set up my pump, she said. This gave me more room than the bathroom and a desk to set up the pump, plug it in and more. No-one interrupted with calls or messages, and I was able to plan my break about halfway through my workday when I would normally have fed my baby. It was a bit awkward at first, but knowing I had privacy made it easy.However, getting the breast milk engines rolling was a taller order. Her body wasnt responding on demand, and sometimes it took longer, she said.Her advice? Keep pumping breaks fluid. New moms cant always milk on command like a dairy cow, and it takes a bit of transitioning from work mode to mommy mode to get started, she said. Just know that the more leniency and privacy you can give a pumping mom, the more she appreciates it. We already feel guilty for being away from our baby and giving us the trust and space to pump helps lower that anxiety.Sometimes I would have to drive home fast because I was in so much painSophia Eng, a growth advisor for large enterprise companies, pumped at work from the time her baby was three months until 19 months. During that period, she had to come up with many solutions to make her routine manageable.There were many days that I would take meetings in the mothers room with the pump in the background, she said. And there were days that the rooms were all booked during lunch, and that was the only free time I had. I would have to wait until my meetings were over for the dayand would be in so much pain until I could drive quickly home to feed the baby instead of pumping at the office. There were days that I would have to take my hospital grade pump to conferences into San Francisco in heels and pump in the bathrooms. Though she made it work, she advised moms to be easier on themselves, especially during this huge lifestyle shift. I taped paper over windows for privacyWhen Wei-Shin Lai, now the CEO of SleepPhones,was a full-time doctor, she breastfed her son until he was 2-years-old, which required her to pump up to four times a day. Luckily, another new mom was in the same predicament. They figured out a way to time-manage their pumps - but not without chaos. Scheduling the alternating pumping while seeing patients on time was sometimes challenging since we couldnt control how much time a patient needed, she said. We had a vertical window in the door, so we taped paper along the window for privacy. The blinds had to be pulled down when we pumped too, especially in the winter at 5 p.m. when it would be dark outside already. With a box of tissues and the pumping equipment, it was actually pretty smooth.She said she hopes other employers will be flexible with new moms and their needs, too, especially since its not just a physical approach thats important, but also an emotional one. If were relaxed, its easier to pump than if we are upset about something, she said. So its really hard to schedule precisely to the minute. Having a private office with a desk and computer allows us to be productive while we are pumping. A bathroom is no place to make food for a baby - thats just gross.Management announced I was pumping to the whole teamEighteen years ago, Jennine Leale, now the CEO of HRPRO Consulting Series LLC, was working as a human resources managerat another companywhen she became a mom. She shared an office with an assistant, and her manager thought it would be inappropriate to ask the assistant to leave twice a day. Instead, Leale was permitted to use the computer room, a large space with the air cond itioning on high to cool the large servers. In amongst the servers, on a folding chair balancing an electric pump on my lap, I pumped and stored my babys milk in a portable cooler, she said. I was not only uncomfortable but very embarrassed. Then I would commute home, by subway and train with the pump and cooler.To make matters worse, her management team announced she would be pumping, calling unwanted attention to a very personal matter, she said.Aside from the cold and the embarrassment, my expressing milk lead to comments from others about how I should be home with my baby, that they better not see any issues with my work because of the time I am taking away from work and the resentment from coworkers for being allowed to take breaks, she said.Her advice to employers? Remember the age-old rule happy employees are better employees. I pumped while on the potWhen Dr. Shruti Tannan, a board-certified plastic surgeon, had her first baby, she went into labor while operating. She finish ed the case, scrubbed out, and delivered her baby. This multitasking attitude would extend far into her first year of motherhood, too. Worried that her career would suffer if she didnt return back to work in a timely manner, she was back in action six weeks to the day of her delivery. She recalled one time she was faced with a tough decision. She hadnt had time to eat, drink, or pump, and was needed in an emergency surgery.I am about to scrub into a 12+ hour case to reconnect the blood vessels, bones, nerves and tendons in this patients hand, she said. I can pump now, in the bathroom, while I am eating a Cliff bar and well, using the facilities. Or I can wait 12 hours and then basically let my milk supply dwindle from 18 hours of disuse. I chose to pump while on the pot.Not all careers - especially those that deal with life-or-death situations - are always conducive to a pumping schedule, so goal-oriented mamas have to make their own time, Tannan said. Even so, she said she hopes conditions improve. My hope is that five years later things are different for women, she said. I hope women everywhere receive support in the workplace. No one should have to decide between job security or breast milk for their newborn.

Outrageous Programming Projects for Resume Tips

Outrageous Programming Projects for Resume Tips My company is searching for some people to complete our infrastructure group. A deep comprehension of deployments and best practices is necessary. Yet another thing would be to bring a location for the HR person to earn a company wide announcement that would appear on the organization intranet. A rich portfolio will just help later. In the USA, companies with 10 or more employees want to follow EEO rules. Furthermore, its wonderful to showcase your code to prospective employers. No employer could ever minimize the significance of teamwork. Prospective employers may wish to know whether youre a Cisco Certified Network Associate. Theres great capability to produce several games, and even more advanced calculators. If you would like to do more of that work and set an objective, youre wasting space. Kaggle is the easiest approach to complete independent projects, but there are lots of other ways. The excellent nachrichtensendun g about joining the ASF is that you can select from one of several projects which you think would be the ideal way to construct your skill collection. Maintenance does not end there. One is the work description itself. The Programming Projects for Resume Pitfall Our resume builder youll be able to create your resume programmer will supply you with tips and examples about how to compose your resume expert summary section. You will find as soon as you register for the Java courses, that it is possible to think of basic, bare-bones web server that could serve HTML webpages with JavaScript. A programmer resume in PDF is most likely your typical selection. The JavaScript library is still among the most common third-party additions to web pages, particularly those that demand a substantial quantity of client-side processing. Getting the most of the net is the perfect solution if youre going to need assist. There are a lot of tutorials available to direct you through the approach . Also work out how much time it will choose the user to repay the loan. As soon as you have settled on how you are going to analyze your dataset, the next thing to do is to begin coding. GamesMany programmers are conversant with and enjoy many kinds of games. You may discover implementations of these projects in many different languages by other users within this repo. These projects will enhance your capacity to work with data. A portfolio of code is mostly utilized to demonstrate fundamental programming ability and a comprehension of fundamental concepts. Also (probably the biggest reason) it demonstrates that youve got the capacity to learn about a really specific sort of software and implement it. Regardless of what you analyze, what question you attempt to answer, or what methodology you use, you will need to consider how you are going to visualize your results. A superb developer is perpetually learning, discovering new abilities, investigating interesting things. Ka ggle is a competition website for data science complications, and there are a number of great issues with clean datasets. If theres no way you are able to manage your stochastic programming assignments all on your own, read this guide. Functional order displays your absolute best skills and accomplishments which youve demonstrated as a consequence of distinct work relevant achievements. In addition, by working on version control software, you will be demonstrating an implicit understanding of teamwork in a software development initiative. Ability to rapidly master new technologies. Programming Projects for Resume for Dummies Pre-school children who displayed a terrific number of pages. Your story needs to be easy and compelling, and it ought to be a great fit for the work description. When you have people that are on the exact same page as you, do it Just having read about it doesnt count. My general guideline is that you ought not put something on your resume unless youve g ot actual used it. While many financially independent individuals continue to work, they are now able to concentrate on doing work they love, in place of work that pays the most. Obviously, the sort of help that you need will. In reality, knowing when to request help is a hallmark of the greatest developers.

Nanny Resume Explained

Nanny Resume Explained Gossip, Deception and Nanny Resume Another typical mistake on nanny resumes is repeating the exact experience and qualifications repeatedly. A great nanny should have these skills and qualities. A nanny job may incorporate housework duties. How to earn nanny sound good on a resume is easy if youre confident in your abilities and abilities. New Questions About Nanny Resume As a complete time nanny, you wish to find the most suitable family is effective for your personal and professional targets. The caregiver will nonetheless return to their home at the conclusion of their shift. When youre making your nanny resume, youre not simply applying for work, youre asking to fill a vital region in a familys house life. What the In-Crowd Wont Tell You About Nanny Resume Gone are the times when one would simply hire anybody to verstndigung im strafverfahren with their family members. Nanny care may often be an economical alternate to daycare. A Nanny is a rather noble profession that has vast repercussions in contributing upright, responsible and productive individuals to society. She undertakes all of the tasks related to providing care for the children. She is responsible for looking after young children at a gestaltal institution, private home, or business. After she enters the home, the parents should offer him or her water or another beverage to drink and should find a comfortable place for everyone to sit. The True Meaning of Nanny Resume Read below for ideas on how to compose a strong nanny resume, together with a nanny resume example. The ideal nanny resume is one which shows how passionate youre about children. Being a thriving nanny requires the capacity to fulfill any need the youngster may have. Whether youre employing a full-time nanny or looking to be one, theres certain measures you will want to take to make certain you find the appropriate nanny for your family members or the most suitable family for whom to d o the job. The 5-Minute Rule for Nanny Resume See sample nanny resume to assist you in making yours. If a nanny will not sign an employment contract, its a sign which he or she may want to give up employment early. Our Nanny resume sample is a good reference it is possible to utilize to craft an effective resume. If youre an experienced nanny who would like to switch from your present employee to another, you may use the nanny resume template to talk about your values and experience with the new possible employer. In an identical way which you might reference resume samples, the next Nanny cover letter example can help you to compose a cover letter which best highlights your experience and qualifications. Unless the work description specifically mentions education for a requirement, you dont need to include it on your resume. Read below for a couple strategies for writing a nanny resume. For other helpful suggestions, have a look at our whole time nanny resume example belo w. Possessing an excellent nanny job description may be good way to entice excellent candidates, so dont rush in writing one. You may be hoping to discover another job thats your passion. Immediately, you ought to be conscious of the many approaches it is possible to boost your nanny resume to make sure that youre landing jobs, and bringing in the biggest salary possible. A superb nanny can only be set by viewing their resumes. Our resume builder is the quickest approach to create a resume that can help you get your fantasy job. Utilizing the duties and obligations of a nanny mentioned in the work description above in your resume will prove to employers you have the needed experience to be successful at work. Maybe a job or career change is essential. Building a resume can seem to be a big undertaking, but its something that will be very rewarding in the end when you have the job. New Questions About Nanny Resume A nanny cover letter is the 1 approach to demonstrate your personality to the parents in an excellent way. To supply you with a more thorough concept, the following are strategies to compose your letter. Even her resume has become the subject of argument. Resume and cover letter examples may also offer you ideas of the form of language you wish to use. Nanny Resume - Dead or Alive? Being a foster carer has many benefits though. You may download and edit in accordance with your skill and experience. Even if youre just getting started as a nanny, or youve got experience working with kids in their houses, a resume template is a great tool to sell you out. There is, in addition, the chance to have an effect on a kids life.

How to Fall Back in Love with Interviewing

How to Fall Back in Love with InterviewingThink back to when you conducted your very first job einstellungsgesprch. Recall the amount of relief you felt, sitting at the opposite side of the interview table the joy you experienced as you met different people from a variety of backgrounds and the sense of accomplishment you felt when your first-choice candidate turned out to be a rockstar employee. Now, look at your current interview process. If youre like many experienced hiring professionals, those feelings of relief, joy, and accomplishment are probably few and far between. Many years and countless interviews later, its only natural to go on autopilot. Fortunately, the thrill of giving that first interview doesnt have to be a thing of the past. Here are three ways some of todays hiring professionals bring fun, efficiency, and effectiveness back into the interview1. Change your point of view.I enjoy being able to interact with the brightest and best minds of our time. I love meeting with people who understand that they have a gift to offer and wish to utilize my company as the means to do it. I am not interested in people who are looking for a job. I could hire anyone through that vehicle. I am looking for people who want to accomplish something. Someone who has the drive and presence of mind to understand their own brand. I look at the interview process as the opportunity to meet with other professionals in my business and build something with them.Because I view the process in this manner, it shapes the interview and gives it purpose. I have no compunction about cutting an interview with a job seeker short. Why waste their time and mine? They need to get on with the process of finding a job and I need to move on with the process of finding an innovator. This is your opportunity to find the professional who will grow your business the needed key part that your team is missing. An exchange is going on here their expertise for the chance to further their career with a wonderful opportunity. When you look at it that way, it should bring the passion that you possess for your business back into the interview process.Stephanie Taylor-Dillard, CEO, Pathways LLCBring passion back into the interview with this quick tip from MinDillard. interviewtipsClick To Tweet2. Seek to uncover hidden value.What I love most about the interview process is uncovering hidden value in others and showing it to them, as we build long-term mutually beneficial/profitable relationships. To do this, I establish humor and credibility during the interview. I ask permission to ask personal questions, to which they always say yes. As an employer, you must be trustworthy, so this is serious stuff. You must secure their confident permission and thats a blog deutsche post ag in itself in this litigious age. The goal is to identify if we are bad fits for each other. But I also believe in helping them find a job, regardless. By really getting to know the other person and genui nely wanting to show them they are better than they know, you uncover value for them, for the client who may hire them, and for yourself. Looking for as many wins as possible is exhilarating, exciting, and rewarding. Its also profitable and makes life worthwhile. Trust and courtesy are so rare in the world today that they have become very valuable. To earn trust, be trustworthy. To find courtesy, be courteous. This prevents the nightmare of bad hires.Shannon McGurk, Founder and Senior Coach, Authentic MasculinityLooking for as many wins as possible is exhilarating, exciting, and rewarding. ShannonMcGurk interviewtipsClick To Tweet3. Embrace informality.I love investigating the uniqueness of each persons talents discovering what makes them tick and creating an immediate connection with them based on their interests, aspirations, and dreams. I love to ask questions that immediately cause them to let their guard down and be as authentic, raw, and real as possible during the interview p rocess. All of the non-verbal communication is essential to a successful interview.Interviewing should be fun for all involved If candidates receive a warm welcome to participate fully and allow their true talents to shine, that creates a connection in which everyone is fully engaged. I want to make the applicant feel as if this is not a competition, but rather a discovery process in which their true talents are revealed and we can decipher how their unique talents align to the role. Elisa Hillman, Management Consultant, Talent Plus, Inc.Focus on investigating the uniqueness of each persons talents Elisa Hillman from TalentPlusIncClick To TweetWhat are some other ways to fall back in love with interviewing? Let us know in the comments below

IRS Temp Jobs Based on Season

IRS Temp Jobs Based on SeasonIRS Temp Jobs Based on SeasonEach year on April 15, post offices around the US fill up with people who have waited until the last possible hours to mail their tax forms to the Internal Revenue Service. Many people file their tax returns in the months preceding the annual deadline, and many file extensions that allow them extra time. Businesses and high-income earners submit tax payments on a quarterly basis, so the IRS needs astable crew to handle the steady flow year-round. But a significant portion of the agencys business revolves around the April 15 deadline. To handle the flurry of business in the spring and summer, the IRS hires seasonal employees. ansicht temporary staff process mail, enter data from paper forms, review returns for accuracy and answer questions from filers. These jobs are great for students who need flexible schedules and for retirees who want to keep their work skills sharp but do not want to commit to a full-time, year-round job. Retired tax professionals are frequently hired for seasonal work. What Types of IRS Temp Jobs Are Available? The IRS posts specific types of jobs to meet seasonal demands. These are the jobs that are typically available each year in locations around the country Job Title ClerkDuties Processing incoming mail, maintaining files and records and filing documents including tax returns Job Title Mail and File ClerkDuties Maintaining records and other documents, processing outgoing mail, and monitoring outgoing shipments to ensure delivery Job Title Financial ClerkDuties Performing variety of finance-related clerical duties, such as extracting information from tax returns, reconciling records, tracking data and filing information Job Title Cash Processing ClerkDuties Handling money maintaining records screening documents, forms and letters and other administrative tasks Job Title Contact RepresentativeDuties Providing administrative and technical assistance to individuals and businesse s primarily over the phone and in person Job Title Data TranscriberDuties Entering information from tax returns into the IRS computer system Job Title Tax ExaminerDuties Reviewing tax returns for accuracy and completeness, reviewing and coding tax returns for computer processing, resolving errors and corresponding with taxpayers to obtain any missing information Job Title Correspondence Examination TechnicianDuties Examining tax returns and communicating with taxpayers through phone or correspondence or providing support to tax compliance officers and revenue agents during their examinations Job Title Mail Processing Equipment OperatorDuties Supervise mail processing staff, planning and prioritizing the work of subordinates, evaluating their job performance, offering advice and instruction and considering ways to make improvements What Experience Is Required? While a high school diploma is required for seasonal IRS jobs is required, experience is not. The IRS provides all the ne cessary training to new hires. Many seasonal employees come back year after year. What Is the Application Process? The IRS typically posts seasonal jobs in the fall for the next tax season. This gives the IRS the time to complete the hiring process and train new hires. This way, seasonal workers will be ready to tackle their duties when business picks up. Applicants must use the federal governments job application portal USAJobs to apply for open positions. All federal agencies use USAJobs, so the process applicants go through for a seasonal IRS job is the same as any other federal job. USAJobs allows applicants to track the status of submitted applications. Agency human resources professionals have incentives to keep applicants informed through the portal. Instead of calling the agency HR office every few days to check on an applications status, applicants can log into USAJobs and get the latest information.

Military Children and Family Care Plans

Military Children and Family Care PlansMilitary Children and Family Care PlansWhat happens to children of single-parent military members, or the children of dual-couple military members when they are deployed? Need Assistance from Close Relatives / Friends - Military members who are single parents or both parents married may need to ask family and friends to be guardians / dual custody of their children if both parents are deployed at the same time. About 8 percent of all military members are single parents 11 percent for the Army, 8 percent for the Navy, 5 percent for the Air Force, and 5 percent for the Marine Corps. Additionally, there are about 84,000 military-married-to-military couples. About 36,000 of those couples have children. Rules Enforced After Gulf War One When the services got orders from the President to begin deploying active duty military members to the Gulf for DESERT SHIELD and activating National Guard and Reserve members, they got an unexpected surprise h undreds of single-parents and dual-military couples with children were not ready to go. They had no plans for the care of their children. This caused a lot of rescheduling and juggling of deployment plans. As a result, the Department of Defense (DOD) got tough. In July of 1992, DOD published DOD Instruction 1342.19, Family Care Plans, to standardize the requirements for all of the military services. Additionally, the military services stopped accepting single-parents for enlistment in the military. Child Care Benefits Most military cousines have a variety of full-time or hourly daycare centers for military working parents. The benefit is access as they are near work typically and needs based pricing. The costs of these are based on a familys total income, not just the service members paygrade. In the event that the military base (or are not stationed near a large base), the military will help fund the costs of civilian operated day care for children at daycare programs that are part of the local military network Single Parents and Military Couples with Children While the military no longer allows single parents to enlist, if one becomes a single parent while in the military, due to death of a spouse, separation/divorce, adoption, etc., or a military couple has children, the military will not force them to separate from the service, as long as they meet the family care requirements of DOD and the various related service regulations. In a nutshell, that means such members must have a family care plan. Family Care Plans While there are some minor administrative differences in each of the services, family care plans have three basic requirements short-term care versorgers, long-term care providers, and care provision details. Short-Term Care Provider. Single-parents and military couples with children must designate a non-military person who will agree, in writing, to accept care of the members children at any time, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, in the event the military member is called to duty or deployed with no-notice. While this person cannot be another military member, the person can be a military spouse. The short-term care provider must live in the local area where the military member(s) are stationed/located. The short-term care provider must sign the family care plan, indicating that they understand the responsibilities that are being entrusted to them. Long-Term Care Provider. In addition to the short-term care provider, the military member(s) must also designate a non-military person, who will agree, in writing, to provide long-term care for their children in the event the military member(s) are deployed for a significant period, or in the event they are selected for an unaccompanied overseas tour, or are assigned to a ship at sea. The long-term care provider does not have to live in the local area, but the family care plan must contain provisions to transfer the child(ren) from the short-term care provider to th e long-term care provider (finances, airline tickets, etc.), in the event a no-notice deployment turns into a long-term deployment. The long-term care provider must sign the family care plan, indicating that they understand the responsibilities that are being entrusted to them. Care Provision Details.In addition to designating short-term and long-term care providers, the family care plan must include detailed plans for the care and helfende hand of the children. Family care plans must include provisions for logistical movement of the family or caregiver. Logistical arrangements include, but are not limited to, arrangements to relocate, if necessary, the caregiver or family to a new location, financial, medical and legal support necessary to ensure continuity of care and support of family members during the movement. Logistical arrangements must provide for financial support necessary to transport the family or caregiver to a designated location. The military member(s) must also gi ve consideration of a non-military escort for family members requiring assistance such as infants, children, elderly and disabled adults should be outlined when personal family considerations dictate. Family care plans must also include arrangements for the financial well-being of family members covered by the family care plan during short- and long-term separations. Arrangements for financial care should include power(s) of attorney, allotments, or other appropriate means to ensure the self-sufficiency and financial security of family members. Each of the services have special provisions in place which allow designated care providers to have access to military base facilities (commissary, BX/PX, medical) in order to affect the care of the military dependents, when thefamily care planis actually in effect (i.e., care has been transferred from the military member to the care provider). Commander Review The regulations require that each family care plan is reviewed for workability and completeness by the commander or a designated representative. The designated representative is usually the executive officer or first sergeant. After the initial review, the plans are updated by the member and reviewed at least annually. Time Periods When a military member first becomes a single-parent or military couple with children, he/she must notify his or her commander, supervisor, or the commanders designated representative immediately but no later than 30 days of the occurrence of change in family circumstances or personal status (60 days for Guard/Reserve members). After that, the military member(s) have 60 days (90 days for Guard/Reserve members) to submit a completed family care plan. If mitigating circumstances are involved, the commander or supervisor concerned may grant the member an additional 30 days to submit an acceptable family care plan. Further extensions are not authorized. The same 60-day rule applies for active duty military members who move from on e military base to another. They have 60 days to find a short-term care provider who lives in the local area. Militarymothersof newborns receive a 4-month deferment from duty away from the home station for the period immediately following the birth of a child. This provision is to assist the member in developing family care plans and to establish a pattern of child care. Single members orone memberof a military couple who adopt receive a 4-month deferment from the date the child is placed in the home as part of the formal adoption process. Similarly, Reserve component members receive a 4-month deferment from involuntary recall to active duty. Penalties Failure to produce the required family care plan within the time periods required can resultin involuntary separationfrom the military by reason of parenthood in accordance withDOD Directive 1332.14(enlisted) orDOD Directive 1332.30(officers). Failure to produce the required family care plan in the case of the Reserve member can r esult in processing for discharge or transfer to aninactiveor retired status.

4 Tips for Building an Incredible Online Portfolio

4 Tips for Building an Incredible Online Portfolio 4 Tips for Building an Incredible Online Portfolio Once upon a time, creating an online portfolio as part of the job search process was a rarity - something that only the most tech-savvy and design-forward job seekers could pull off. But with a proliferation of platforms that allow you to easily create your own website - no coding experience needed! - it’s now open to virtually anybody. The best part? It can seriously set your job application apart.   “Traditionally, creative professionals [have benefited] the most from having an online portfolio because their work is visual, or content-driven, in nature,” says Andrew Burke, Recruiting Manager at website building platform Squarespace . But regardless of your career, “having a website allows you complete control over your professional brand , which has become increasingly important if you want to stand out,” he adds. “Having a portfolio ready to go is one of those things that will set you apart from everyone else and will earn you major credibility as you start to ascend your ladder,” adds Brenda M. Cunningham, CEO of Push Career Management, LLC . ”Not to mention, having an up-to-date online portfolio helps other people stay connected to you.” Whether you’re creating a portfolio from scratch or just want to give yours a touch-up, use the following advice to make yours shine. “First and foremost, your online portfolio should highlight you!” Burke points out. So don’t be afraid to highlight all of the things that make you great. “This is your opportunity to surface your career accomplishments , particular projects that you’re proud of, and represent the kind of work you’re great at and like to do â€" all before you even go to an interview,” he adds. A few questions to think about as you’re creating your portfolio: “What contributions, skills, and credentials do you bring to the table? Then, what impact have you made by way of your experiences and accomplishments?” Cunningham suggests. But be warned - copying and pasting from your job description to your portfolio isn’t the way to go. “This is so much more than a list of job responsibilities… it’s like you’re painting a picture that helps any onlooker see exactly why they should invest their salary dollars in you… your past performance can predict your future behavior, so if your past is amazing you’re really gearing yourself up for a bright future,” she adds. While you do want to show yourself off, though, make sure you do it in the right way. One of the biggest mistakes that Cunningham sees in online portfolios is candidates “focusing too much on what they want vs. what they can do for [the company].” “It’s great that you’re looking to grow and develop within the company, but what can you do for them? They will not invest in you simply because you want them to,” Cunningham says. “They must see value in you as a potential candidate , and your portfolio and online behaviors must all support your claims to be a real contender in your field.” So rather than making your online portfolio all about how you want a job, make sure it highlights your skills and experience , and how those make you a strong candidate. Resumes are usually text-forward, but online portfolios give you the opportunity to stand out visually as well. So when creating your portfolio, design is going to be key. “Color is our friend. Using techniques like shading (not text boxes), and including splashes of appropriate color can really help to make information stand out. There are a plethora of portfolio design books at public libraries and online retailers - reference them for truly contemporary design options,” Cunningham says. But with that in mind, you don’t want to go wild with loud, clashing visuals or out-there graphics. “When contemplating design, it’s important to strike a balance between being true to your own creativity, and keeping things appropriate for the industry you work in,” Burke says. “For all portfolio websites, I recommend keeping things fairly simple so that your work can speak for itself. And of course, Squarespace has some beautiful, streamlined website templates that can help you lay out your work in a design-friendly way for maximum impact.” Once you’ve launched your online portfolio, most of the heavy lifting is over - but don’t hang up your hat just yet. “It’s important to keep the content as up-to-date as possible. Your skills and tastes evolve; so should your online presence. While your portfolio may open doors for you, it can also have the opposite effect if your information is stale,” Burke says. So as you add new projects and experiences under your belt, make sure to include them in your portfolio. Keep your contact info up-to-date as well, and even if you’re not actively looking for a job, check in on your portfolio every once in a while to make sure it’s still accurate and in style. “Simply creating an online portfolio is never enough,” Cunningham shares. “You must actively manage it, keep yourself top of mind with influencers and decision-makers in your industry, and continue to develop your skills . Don’t keep leaning on the credentials of yesteryear - you must continually evolve and update your portfolio to show that you remain a thought leader who will always be in demand,” she advises.

Engineers Week 2017 Begins in Just Over a Week

Engineers Week 2017 Begins in Just Over a Week Engineers Week 2017 Begins in Just Over a Week Engineers Week 2017 Begins in Just Over a Week Feb. 10, 2017 Engineers Week, the annual celebration of engineers and all they contribute to society, kicks off in nine days. While it may be starting in just over a week, there are still a number of ways to participate in one of the many activities that make up the weeklong event. Two popular Engineers Week programs taking place in Washington, D.C. - Family Day and the Future City Competition finals - will both celebrate their 25th anniversaries during Engineers Week 2017, which will take place from Feb. 19 to 25. Other Engineers Week activities scheduled for this year include Girl Day, the announcement of the New Faces of Engineering finalists, and the premiere of a new motion picture about engineers and the work they do titled Dream Big. Engineers Week is organized by DiscoverE and sponsored this year by ASCE and the DiscoverE Leadership Council, which includes Bechtel, Bentley Systems, ExxonMobil, Lockheed Martin, the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES), the Northrop Grumman Foundation, Shell Oil, and TE Connectivity. DiscoverE Family Day, which will take place a day before the official start of Engineers Week, is an entertaining and educational daylong event designed to introduce students under the age of 12 to the wonders of engineering and the importance of technological literacy. The event, which will be held on Feb. 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the National Building Museum, is expected to attract thousands of children, teachers and parents from the area surrounding the nations capital. Nearly 30 Family Day exhibitors are scheduled to present thought-provoking hands-on activities demonstrating basic engineering principles. The event, now in its 25th year, will also feature various special engineering and science demonstrations that will take place throughout the day. To learn more, visit www.engineeringfamilyday.org/about-defd/discover-engineering-family-day-overview. Another Engineers Week favorite, the Future City Competition, is also celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. The competition challenges middle-school students to research, design and build a scale model of a city of the future using Sim City software. The winners of the regional rounds of the competition go on to present their entries to a panel of judges at the final match in Washington, D.C., which will take place Feb. 21. This year, the judging panel includes ASME Past President Bob Sims and his wife, Linda, who will also present a special ASME Best Futuristic City award to one of the teams. Future City organizers are still looking for engineers to serve as judges for the event. If youre interested in helping out, visit http://futurecity.org/register. . Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day, also known as Girl Day, is a worldwide campaign to introduce girls to the exciting world of engineering. Thousands of engineers and educators are expected to participate in the program, which takes place on Feb. 23, in an effort to teach young women about engineering and the contributions engineers make to the public. To learn more about Girl Day, or to sign up to become a Girl Day role model, visit www.discovere.org/our-programs/girl-day. Another regular feature of Engineers Week is the announcement of the finalists for the Professional and College Editions of DiscoverEs New Faces of Engineering program. New Faces-Professional Edition spotlights the innovative work of early career engineers up to the age of 30 and their impact on society, while New Faces-College Edition recognizes engineering students for their academic success and service to the community. ASMEs three candidates for each of the New Faces categories will be announced in the Feb. 24 edition of ASME News. The official winners in each category will be announced by DiscoverE in early April. To learn more about the New Faces program, visit www.discovere.org/our-programs/awards-and-recognition. New this year to Engineers Week is the debut of a new IMAX and giant-screen motion picture, Dream Big, which explores engineering marvels such as the worlds tallest building and robots that operate underwater through interviews with the engineers who helped create them. The 40-minute film, which will be shown at museums and science centers across North America beginning Feb. 17, is designed to promote the importance of engineering and inspire young people of all backgrounds to consider careers in engineering and become the worlds next generation of innovators. To find out where and when Dream Big is showing in your area, visit dreambigfilm.com/theatres for locations and show times. DiscoverEs celebration of engineering doesnt end on Feb. 25. The Global Marathon, to take place March 8 and 9, is a free, virtual event focusing on women in engineering and technology. More than 2,400 registrants from 80 different countries took part in last years event. This years Global Marathon will encompass a number of exciting, interactive sessions exploring topics including the impact of mentoring, engineering entrepreneurship, and engineers working outside of the traditional engineering field. For more information on the Global Marathon, or to register, visit www.discovere.org/our-programs/global-marathon. To learn more about Engineers Weeks entire schedule of programs, visit www.discovere.org/our-programs/engineers-week.

How to Use Metaphors Correctly and Avoid Cliches

How to Use Metaphors Correctly and Avoid Cliches How to Use Metaphors Correctly and Avoid Cliches When used correctly, metaphors are effective fiction writing tools. They are one way to vary language and liven up prose. Also, like shorthand, they can convey a picture or a meaning instantly, with few words. Of course, like most literary devices, metaphors bomb when used incorrectly, confusing the reader or drawing attention to the writers lack of skill. The two most common traps to be aware of when using metaphors are the cliché and the mixed metaphor. Clichés Expressions like the calm before the storm, Mother Nature, or hes a rat, have been used so often that theyre now considered clichés. Unless theyre important to the tone of your work, its usually better to avoid clichés. If you cant come up with the more original language, its often better to forego the metaphor and opt for straightforward description. Mixed Metaphors Another common problem with regard to metaphors is the tendency to mix them or overwork them, usually from careless thinking or over thinking. The result brings together two images that simply dont make sense together. In Examples of Metaphors, I give the example Our keyboard will teach your minds eye to play by ear. Here, the speaker has mixed two metaphors, leading to nonsense. A minds eye cant play anything, and certainly not by ear. In Rules for Writers, Diana Hacker gives the example, Crossing Utahs salt flats in his new Corvette, my father flew under a full head of steam. She explains that flew suggests an airplane while full head of steam suggests a train. A little thought and a small edit results in a clearer, more satisfying sentence: Crossing Utahs salt flats in his new Corvette, my father flew at jet speed. The book English Made Simple provides a particularly muddled example. Notice your own reaction as you attempt to read this paragraph: The age of the atom has transfigured man, but the transfiguration has been from spirituality to materialism, exactly the reverse of the counsel of the ancient prophets. Today, man surges forward in his march of mind, but his soul is mired in an abyss of false yearnings. In splitting the atom, man has split his own being and lost the unity of his molecular whole. Its hard to get through, isnt it? As the authors explain: The writer begins with an interesting image - transfiguration - but shortly afterward loses it in an unrelated figure about a march of mind. Furthermore, he gets his metaphors tangled when he gets a soul mired in an abyss. Finally, he returns to the atom, but the original image of transfiguration has now entirely disappeared, and the reader wallows in the murky depths of molecular whole. Notice how much easier it is to focus on this selection: The atomic age has halted mans spiritual development. Intellectually, he has surged forward, but his ideals and his values have stood still. If mans moral being regresses, atom splitting may prove an illusory advance. If youre ever in doubt as to whether or not youve pulled a metaphor off, its better to nix it altogether. Used improperly, youll wind up looking foolish and distract your reader. Remember, your overarching goal is to communicate. Sometimes this means putting aside your ego in favor of plain speaking.

Know Your Rights as a Job Seeker

Know Your Rights as a Job Seeker Know Your Rights as a Job Seeker When you’re looking for a job, it can seem like employers and hiring managers have all the control. But did you know that, as a job seeker, you have certain rights as well? Read more to find out what they are- and ensure they are exercised the next time you’re in the middle of a job interview. Here’s what you are entitled to: A confidential interview. When you’re applying for any position, your potential employer should stay mum on your application. This is especially critical if you’re job hunting while you still have a job. This means that a hiring manager shouldn’t contact your current boss or share sensitive information about you (including what is written on your resume) to anyone else. An accurate job description. As a job seeker, you’re entitled to know exactly what the job entails. This includes the job responsibilities, possible chances for advancement, and benefits that come with the position (including telecommuting options and flex schedules) without any false information. Of course, job duties often morph after you start working, but important factors- such as the fact that you might have to travel twice a month- should be discussed at the time of the interview. A non-discriminatory interview. Employers are expected to follow non-discrimination policies when interviewing and selecting potential candidates for a position. This applies for people of all races, religions, and sexual orientation, without inquiry or prejudice. Potential employers should follow their company’s policies on equal employment and affirmative action. Advanced knowledge of potential tests. Let’s say you’re applying for a position as an in-house writer. A writing test shouldn’t be sprung on you right after shaking hands with the hiring manager. While this applies for proficiency tests in your area of expertise, it can also apply to drug testing as well. Not only should you know about any tests ahead of time, but you are entitled to know what they will be used for and the results of your tests, too. Reasonable treatment. Let’s say that your interview went well and you were hired for the position. Then, a week before you’re to start work, your new boss emails to let you know that they’ve decided to hire someone else. It’s horrible, but it happens. And if it does happen to you, you are entitled to some sort of recompense, which may come in the form of financial compensation or a referral for another position within the company. Knowing your rights as a job seeker will help you feel more confident as you continue your job search and get an at-home career that you want. Readers, are you exercising your job interview rights? Have they ever been violated? Let us know in the comments section below!

Study Uber drivers are operating in the dark when it comes to pay

Study Uber drivers are operating in the dark when it comes to pay Study Uber drivers are operating in the dark when it comes to pay A two-year study that concentrated on just 40 Uber drivers in Washington D.C.   revealed some interesting points about their working conditions, pay, and motivation. The study, from Georgetown University’s Kalmanovitz Initiative for Labor and the Working Poor, showed that drivers are operating at an information deficit when it comes to their earnings:Uber drivers don’t know how much they earn (or lose). As a 53-year-old Uber driver, Suzanna, put it, her weekly pay was hard to gauge because “it changes every time they change the rules.” Harry Campbell, a ride-hail industry blogger, says that drivers need 20 pieces of information in order to determine their earnings.Follow Ladders on Flipboard!Follow Ladders’ magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and more!Since Uber entered the D.C. market in 2011, it has cut drivers’ base rates, added a rider safety fee (“booking fee”), and increased its own commission.Of the 40 driver s in the study, 38% didn’t know things like how Uber decided the amount drivers took home from a single fare, whether they were required to buy commercial insurance, or how to file their taxes at the end of the year.33% of Uber drivers took on debt related to the job, and 30% of drivers reported physical assault or safety fears.However, 50% of drivers would recommend it to a friend, and 45% planned to drive for at least another six months. 90% of them started out to add to an existing income.You might also enjoy… New neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happy Strangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds 10 lessons from Benjamin Franklin’s daily schedule that will double your productivity The worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs 10 habits of mentally strong people

Books Aspiring Leaders Should Read- The Muse

Books Aspiring Leaders Should Read- The Muse Books Aspiring Leaders Should Read- The Muse A senior executive wanted her management team to think more deeply about their role as leaders, so she asked each of them to read a book about leadership. Little did she know that just the act of choosing a title would take most of her managers weeks to decide. I don’t envy them: There are literally thousands of good (and not-so-good) books to choose from. As someone who regularly works with leaders trying to improve themselves, I’ve read a lot of them myself. In addition, I’ve developed the strong belief that managers shouldn’t just read about literally being better managers, but also focus on concepts like strategy that help them to continue growing- you’ll see that belief woven throughout the list below. When looking through it, don’t feel pressured to buy every single title. Instead, ask yourself: Which category is most interesting to you? Or, what would your boss (or customer) say you most need to learn about to be more effective? As long you’re personally interested in the topic or it’ll help you in an area with room for improvement, it’s a good place to start. Here are my top picks in each category: 1. For Strategy and the Big Picture: Systems Thinking for Social Change: A Practical Guide to Solving Complex Problems, Avoiding Unintended Consequences, and Achieving Lasting Results by David Peter Stroh To advance, you need to learn to see the connectedness of cultures, institutions, economies, families, organizations, cities, and nations to one another. That’s what “systems thinking” is. This book is not about “business” per se, but it is about how systems impact society, and since society is what powers businesses and organizations, it’s interesting- and relevant Another great option is Business Strategy: A Guide to Effective Decision-Making by Jeremy Kourdi. Some authors dumb down a topic to make it easier to understand. That didn’t happen with this book, but if you can get through it, you’ll learn a lot about process from creating a vision to executing on a plan. 2. For Problem Solving and Decision-Making: Think Smarter: Critical Thinking to Improve Problem-Solving and Decision Making Skills By Michael Kallet This book is a lot easier to get through than the previous one. It offers some great problem solving methods that you can apply to work or in other aspects of your daily life. It doesn’t make as many clear connections to business (so you’ll want to choose another one if that’s a priority for you), but if your goal is simply to learn general strategies for tough calls, this book’s for you. 3. For Self-Development and Self-Awareness: Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brene Brown This isn’t a “how to” book for aspiring leaders, per se, but it’s just as important. Researcher and author Brene Brown helps the reader understand why dropping the the facades we create can make us more successful, and happier. It’ll help you bring your true self to work which’ll inspire others and make you more productive. 4. For Motivation, People Skills, and Leading Others: The Leadership Challenge, 5th Edition by James Kouzes and Barry Posner For more than 30 years, people have seen this as the fundamental sourcebook on everything related to leadership in a business. In this edition, the authors have updated the stories and examples throughout the book to keep it relevant with the modern workforce. Another great option is Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't by Simon Sinek. This book is filled with examples of why servant leadership works so well. If you’re not familiar with the term, “servant leadership,” it’s a management philosophy that claims a leader’s job is to “serve” those they lead, versus the traditional (and maybe outdated) idea that the employees simply work for the boss. Sinek is a researcher and ethnographer by education, so the book is full of examples of why and how “eating last” is key to motivating and inspiring others. 5. For Teams, Groups and Playing Well With Others: The Ideal Team Player: How to Recognize and Cultivate the Three Essential Virtues by Patrick Lencioni Patrick Lencioni has been using a parable format to make reading about leadership and business enjoyable for two decades. This one’s great because it provides equally good advice for being on a team as it does for leading one. Another great option is The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom (A Toltec Wisdom Book) by Don Miguel Ruiz and Janet Mills. Life and enlightenment may not boil down to four simple agreements, but the author’s take on Toltec philosophy is timeless, and the Agreements offer a initiation into the world of self-development. 6. For a New Way of Thinking: Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth Have you ever heard the saying “Don’t believe everything you think?” This book supports that idea. Duckworth shares the role of mindset, and how learning to successfully process feelings like failure, disappointment, and boredom can make us more resilient, and happier. 7. For Inspiring a Culture of Innovation and Learning: Fail Better: Design Smart Mistakes and Succeed Sooner by Anjali Sastry and Kara Penn. Sastry and Penn have landed on a proven feedback process that helps us learn from our mistakes. There is one pre-requisite for this book, you’ve got to be willing to take some chances that may result in failure. Of course, the other possibility is that your willingness to risk could result in outstanding success. It’s no coincidence that only three of these books have the word “lead” in the title. That’s because leadership is a diverse collection of skills and talents that are applied as the need arises. Regardless of their level of seniority, great leaders are generalists who have a range of skills and knowledge, from creating and executing a strategy to understanding human nature. Have a favorite book on this list or one you can’t wait to read? Tweet me and let me know.

How to Get Your Resume Noticed by Employers

How to Get Your Resume Noticed by Employers How to Get Your Resume Noticed by Employers It can be a challenge to get your resume noticed by employers, but there are ways to tweak it and move it beyond the applicant tracking systems (ATS) that employers use to screen job applications. There are also a few simple changes you can make to help it stand out from the crowd of resumes when a real person reviews it. These quick and easy-to-do tips will help get your resume past the screening systems and noticed by recruiters. Heres how to update your resume in just a few minutes. How to Get Your Resume Noticed by Employers 1. Keep it simple. Boring works when it comes to most resumes. A simple format is easier for the ATS to screen and easier for recruiters to read. Save the fancy formatting for your portfolio if you’re in a design field. Review these resume formatting guidelines to get started. 2. Use a basic font. The best font to use is a simple font such as Times New Roman, Arial or Calibri. Be sure to use a font size that’s readable â€" 10 to 12 points works best. Use bold and italics to highlight job titles and employers. 3. Use bullets. Less is more when it comes to words on a resume. Use brief action-oriented sentences that describe your role at each employer. Here’s a list of the top words to include (and to leave off) your resume. 4. Make sure you meet the qualifications. Qualifications for being considered are usually listed at the bottom of the job ad. Make sure you have at least the minimum required qualifications to be considered. Otherwise, you’re wasting everyone’s time, your own included. Review these tips for decoding a job ad. 5. Customize your resume. Don’t send the same generic resume in for every job. Take the time to customize it by including the qualifications and skills the company is looking for (see below) so the employer knows you have the right stuff. As well as writing your resume to match the job, take a few minutes to update your job descriptions so they make the best impression. 6. Focus on your accomplishments. The employer wants to know what you accomplished, not just what you did. Focus your resume on what you achieved in each job, not your job responsibilities. Review these tips for including accomplishments on a resume, and make sure youve included your most current achievements. 7. Include your most relevant skills. The screening system that employers use matches your resume to a designated set of qualifications. Include keywords on your resume that match the job-specific skills the employer is seeking. You can find the skills and attributes the employer is looking for in the job posting. 8. Add a Skills Section. Adding a skills section to your resume is another good way to show that you’re qualified. Here’s what to include plus examples. 9. Make sure your resume matches the job posting. The closer a match your resume is to the job qualifications, the better your chance of getting selected for an interview. Make a list of the qualifications the employer wants, and then be sure to include as many as possible in your resume. Review these tips for matching your qualifications to a job description for an easy way to make a match. 10. Getting hired is a numbers game. Employers like to see quantifiable achievements on resumes. Include numbers wherever possible and use numbers not words when you’re listing them. For example, write 30% not thirty percent. Here’s how to include numbers on your resume. 11. Get rid of old jobs. You don’t need to include all your work experience on your resume. If you have a lengthy work history the last 10 â€" 15 years is plenty. You may be required to list them all on job applications, but your resume is a synopsis of your employment history, not your life story. 12. Get rid of non-essential information. Your resume is professional, not personal. You should not include information about your personal life, family or hobbies or anything else not related to work. 13. Add information. If your resume is light on paid full-time work experience that qualifies you for the job, it’s fine to add internships, part-time jobs, and volunteer experience. 14. Move the Education section to the bottom. Focus on your work experience (typically in reverse chronological order) then put your education and other information at the bottom of your resume. You don’t need to include high school or your GPA if it’s been a while since you graduated. Here’s when to take your GPA off your resume. 15. Add a headline or profile. A brief eye-catching headline or profile is a great way to grab the reader’s attention. Be sure that it focuses on what you can offer the employer, not on what you want from a job. Here’s information on including a profile instead of an objective on a resume. 16. Match your resume to LinkedIn. It’s a good idea to include the URL of your LinkedIn profile on your resume. It’s even better if you personalize your LinkedIn URL, so it includes your name. Do take the time to make sure your resume matches your LinkedIn profile because employers will check. 17. Check for typos. Resume errors matter, and don’t think a spelling or grammatical error won’t get picked up. Unfortunately, the mistake will jump right off the page and get noticed. Grammarly is a terrific tool for making sure that your resume and cover letters are perfect. 18. Give it a recognizable name. Don’t call your resume “resume” â€" take a second or two to personalize the file name to FirstLastNameResume.doc â€" that way it’s clearly recognizable as your resume to recruiters and hiring managers. 19. Save it as a PDF. If you save your resume as a PDF, you won’t have to worry about funky formatting or the recruiter seeing a garbled mess. Unless the employer requires a different format, send a PDF so readers can view your resume exactly as you want it to look. Here are 11 free tools you can use to convert your resume to a PDF file. 20. Add a cover letter. A cover letter, even if it’s not required, is the best way to highlight the specific qualifications you have for the job. You can use your cover letter to focus on the experience that best suits you for the job. Here’s how to write a cover letter for a resume. 21. Use a connection. Getting your resume into the hands of the right person can help you get an interview. Your goal is to get your resume read and knowing someone who can help that happen will make a big difference in the outcome of your application. Referrals are the number one source of new hires, and here’s how to get one. Related Articles: 17 Quick Tips to Get Your Cover Letter Noticed

Best Practices for Working with a Recruiter

Best Practices for Working with a Recruiter Best Practices for Working with a Recruiter Look, it’s time we had a talk.  We understand that you’re a motivated, energetic, career-oriented go-getter that has a firm grip on their industry employment market.  You may be ready, willing and able to spend hours hunting down and applying for the job of your dreams. You may have even been rewarded for your efforts thus far with an interview or two. If you’re on the hunt for a new position in today’s competitive job market, however, you’re doing yourself and your career no favors by overlooking the usefulness of a professional recruiter.  Whether an exclusive recruiter hired to staff a high-level position for a major corporation or a specialized firm that is known for staffing in your industry, recruiters are in the business of placing qualified candidates in the perfect jobs to benefit both employee and employer.  In short, if you have the chance to work with a recruiter, what are you waiting for? With that being said, working with a recruiter for the first time can be a bit of a change of pace for those used to going at it on their own.  To ensure that you get the best use out of your personal recruiter, here are a few best practices for working with a recruiter in your job search. Be Honest Many candidates fear to be forthright and open with their recruiting contact for fear of the information they share “getting back” to the potential employer.  In reality, however, recruiters build their personal careers on a reputation for excellence and making the right connections between workforce and company need.   Be upfront with your recruiter on items such as salary requirements, upcoming vacation schedules, lurking issues on your resume such as job gaps or terminations.  Many times a recruiter can work with these known variables and, in fact, has probably seen just about everything when it comes to career placement. Save yourself and your recruiter time and embarrassment and be open and forthright with your career needs and limitations at the start. Ask Questions Curious about the job application process for a particular position?  Not getting interview callbacks and wondering if your desired compensation is too high for the market?  Interested in knowing about a particular company, title or industry? Remember that recruiters work day in and out with these and many other details of the job application process.  Feel free to ask plenty of questions during your initial interview and throughout the recruitment process. Doing so will help keep you at ease and will also let your recruiter know you’re a serious candidate looking to make a move now.  There’s nothing that irks a recruiter more than a potential match for a position that seems uninterested or drags their feet. Be on top of things and engage and you’ll get extra job placement attention from the professional that matters. Don’t Go Around a Recruiter to The Employer This may be the holy grail of “just don’t do it” actions potential employees can take when working with a recruiter.  If your first point of contact for a particular position is with a recruiter, whatever you do, do not use the introduction opportunity to then apply directly with the employer.  If a company has enlisted the aid of a recruiter they likely will prefer candidates from that source lessening your chances at scoring an interview or job offer. In addition, recruiters earn their income typically based off a commission for placing quality candidates.  If you undercut their ability to collect on that hard-earned fee, be prepared to be blackballed by the recruitment agency and potential affiliates as someone who doesn’t comply with the well-understood recruitment/candidate rules of engagement.   Working with a recruiter is often the most efficient and productive way candidates can find quality open positions.  Certain fields and professions, in fact, hire almost solely through recruiters, relying on the expertise of these individuals to help lessen the risk of poor quality candidates and aiding in the reduction of employee turnover.   Search jobs on SimplyHired.com for specific recruiter related open positions and find opportunities to rely on the pros to help you land that career-making job.

What You Must Know About Example of a Cover Letter for a Resume

What You Must Know About Example of a Cover Letter for a Resume Take a look at our sample to find out what a good construction resume looks like. To learn more about choosing the ideal template for your application, it's important to observe the differences between the kinds of resumes and what their strengths are the subsequent. In a resume the choice of a layout is crucial. Writing a strong application is a challenging procedure and we would like to make it simpler. Your probability of getting hired will increase when you have certifications on CPR and First Aid. 1 important section of your resume is certainly the section in which you list your abilities. Making the effort to concentrate on a resume is actually quite worthwhile work. In other instances, an undergraduate or postsecondary program is mandatory to be able to find work. An expert look can be accomplished by employing high excellent bond paper and black ink that's more readable. There is nobody right approac h to structure a resume. Whether you're just starting out, are a seasoned professional, or are looking to create a big career change, MyPerfectResume has the resume tools you should get ahead. Understanding how to tailor your resume will obviously provide you an advantage. Whatever They Told You About Example of a Cover Letter for a Resume Is Dead Wrong...And Here's Why In terms of skills, you need to have an extensive scope of skills for an administrative assistant. You may also have a skills section in which you list soft skills and any programs, languages, or certifications you've got. Additional skills may include the quantity of language you speak. Sample resume objectives should be utilized as references, dependent on which you can make your own resumes. If you can't consider anything whatsoever, it may be prudent to try out a career objective, that's the go-to intro for people joining the workforce. It is possible to consist of opinions of the business and even expla in how you're a terrific fit for their open function. However much or what kind of work experience you've got, there's a resume format that is likely to make your qualifications shine. There's no correct or wrong means to create your resume since, at the conclusion of the day, the primary purpose is to become hired and your updated resume is only one of the numerous tools that may be utilized to impress prospective employers and big businesses. What Is So Fascinating About Example of a Cover Letter for a Resume? Since you'll see below, a cover letter is a powerful means of differentiating yourself from different candidates. Cover letters are made to secure you an interview. The letter ought to be closed with an official closing, and ought to incorporate a signature in addition to the name typed please see the cover letter example below. Your absolutely free cover letter might be the kiss of death for your resume for many factors. The Appeal of Example of a Cover Letter for a Resume There are quite a lot of fields of work that need a brand-new workforce and you have to examine the necessities given earlier than you make an effort to submit an application for the job. The crucial elements of a resume differ based on your industry and the job which you're applying for. Possessing a very clear and professional resume is important in the health care field. Unique kinds of work in the food service industry require resumes with a number of the exact same skills. For instance, a recruiter searching for an item development person Resume, cover letter, interview, repeat locating a job or internship use the info in the work description and your very best judgment to make a decision as to what skills are relevant. Hopefully you could get work that is suitable for you immediately. For instance, if the job necessitates RHIA certification and you're eligible but haven't yet taken the RHIA exam, make sure that you note on your resume or cover letter that you are RHIA eligible. Much like everything in life, locating a job demands an excessive quantity of planning and preparation for the work hunter to create the absolute most out of every application. It is vital to know the work role and description itself. By carefully targeting resumes for particular jobs and situations, you're able to greatly improve your odds of getting noticed in the work marketplace. The qualifications of the position largely be dependent on what sector you desire to submit an application for. A work description tells the specifics of the job and what's expected of the employee who's given the specific post. Some also demand a cover letter. You might even have a hobby for example, writing a blog that's a review of every book you read or posting beautiful photographs on the internet that could be related to your job application. If you really need to make your resume stand out, one outstanding way to do this is by making use of a header. Our resume examples can ensure you're prepared in the event you receive a referral. Job seekers deserve to come across decent content quickly. Possessing a strong resume will permit you find several great jobs. To find out more on what it requires to be a Video Editor, have a look at our complete Video Editor Job Description. What Is So Fascinating About Example of a Cover Letter for a Resume? Also referred to as an expert profile, it's utilized to concisely organize what value you bring a prospective employer. The discipline of information technology grows more important every single day. Take advantage of the register to make sure you may have integrated almost all suitable info within your continue. Your main source of information is the organization's website. An Administrative assistant role is extremely essential for organizations to make sure all administrative work is performed professionally and efficiently. Ultimately, camp counselors carry a massive duty of caring for children. It's also important to deal with a great cover letter to the true individual that's overseeing hiring for that position. Employed as an administrative assistant is able to help you make a sufficie nt amount of money and is believed to be a strong career path for anybody with a passion of working with several files and secretarial work.

The Absolute Best Strategy You Need to Be Using for Objective on Resume Examples Revealed

The Absolute Best Strategy You Need to Be Using for Objective on Resume Examples Revealed The Pain of Objective on Resume Examples In various ways, an objective replaces a lot of the detail you would set in your professional experience section. Your objective shouldn't focus solely on your targets. The resume objective is among the most significant paragraphs in a teacher's resumeif not the most significant. An effective career objective shouldn't be generic. The resume sample has a strong ability to keep up a reader's interest over the span of the full document. Removing your graduation dates from your resume can be a prudent move and give a modest additional anonymity once it comes to your age. Bear in mind, the majority of the special skills that you set on your resume ought to be job-related skills taken from the work description and your best transferable skills. In addition, it's not nearly writing about the skills. Key skills are work-related skills that you will need to do a job. Some skills might be relevant while others aren't. 3 First, you must pick the best skills for your resume. What You Should Do About Objective on Resume Examples Starting in the Next 2 Minutes Many businesses search for employees with the capacity to lead. If you're trying hard to think of any, you can attempt employing the job descriptions of ads in your industry, together with looking at LinkedIn profiles of individuals working in similar roles. There are a lot of programs on the market which provide resume maker software, but a good deal of them, especially the absolutely free versions, are usually not so useful and everyone appears to be utilizing them, so your resume will likely look the exact same anyway. A whole lot of jobs require you to have a background wisdom and expertise on the majority of the newest software. You may find below a list of the greatest skills you may put on your resume based on the kind of job that you are applying for. When you're asking for work, your very first aim is to let employers know your abilities and talents align with the needs of their open position. It's possible to continuously develop and polish your skills over a time period. An important soft skill is having the ability to recognize and understand an individual's emotional state. On the flip side, perhaps you have little in the manner of paid job experience but lots of volunteer work on your CV. Having 10 decades of experience at your manager-level job usually means far more than six months. If you're interested in submitting an application for a particular job, review the post carefully and pay attention to the list of skill requirements. If you're writing a resume for the sales manager job, you will need to select the objective section, that's the very first portion of the resume seriously. Employers want to realize that you have what it requires to be successful at work. Applicants should also know about the spellings utilized in the nation in which he's applying for employment. Objectives listed on a resume ought to be crafted to fit the kind of job the applicant desires and the way the applicant want to utilize his abilities. Actually, any General Objective On Resume Examples is barely pretty much like the individual backing this up within the pri vate interview, but you need to get that interview at first to ever have an opportunity. Much like the cover letter, the objective ought to be specifically tailored for a certain job application. Bear in mind that the objective section really isn't about what you would like whatsoever. As stated earlier, assessing soft skills is a lot more difficult. Review their About Us page and see whether your soft abilities or attributes are aligned with the provider's core values.

New Ideas Into Visual Resume Templates Never Before Revealed

New Ideas Into Visual Resume Templates Never Before Revealed When you arrive on their primary page, all you have to do is pick one of many templates they provide. There's also a template switching quality that lets you compare how the exact data would look in various formats. All key elements can easily be editable and customizable. You will find that a number of the templates are absolutely free to use and others call for a premium account. You are able to click on the Create button to start. Reference graphics are usually icons which can be utilized to point to certain data, although they're not always found in infographics. Your Description needs to be compelling and keyword rich. Its features are very similar to Venngage's with a couple notable exceptions. The Chronicles of Visual Resume Templates A digital resume gives you a lot more freedom and creative flexibility to inform your story, states Perotto of DocuSign. Choose from our assortment of industry approved Visual CV templates depending on your industry and degree of experience. On the flip side, if you're applying for work in IT, video manufacturing, or design, producing a video or infographic resume would be a fantastic idea. No matter your experience, there are plenty of guidelines you always need to follow. Adding the incorrect things or too a lot of matters to a resume will probably keep you from having the industry job which you desire. Because a free resume template already has the appropriate format for a company or work resume, all you have to do is fill it with accurate information regarding your work and education. While infographic resumes aren't right for every scenario, for certain scenarios, they are sometimes a wonderful alternative. Do a little exploration to begin with to determine if or not an infographic would be appropriate for the particular organization you're applying for! Infographic resumes can be particularly effective, but before you opt to produce and send one, think long and hard about whether it would be the very best solution, thinking about the kind of a job you're applying for, along with reputation of the business. They are not for everyone, however, and sometimes a traditional resume will be more appropriate, depending on the situation. Visual Resume Templates for Dummies You're able to download as many resumes as you desire. Infographic resumes supply you with the chance to creatively show off your finest assets. They are quite new trend. Once more, great infographic resumes are quite hard to pull off. Text doesn't need to be boring. Utilize Tagsreinforce keywords, search terms you wish to get found for. 7 Another totally free Word resume example made by MOO together with Microsoft. Drafting an excellent infographic resume is a time intensive and a tricky undertaking and so to assist you with the exact same, various infographic resume templates are readily available. Besides style, it's also wise to consider what resume components you will need. Keep reading if you want to learn what components and color schemes result in a wonderful infographic design. There are two forms of graphics theme, and reference. It's possible to choose from an assortment of templates (the templates themselves are free, and a few include elements like icons and pictures that it is possible to purchase or replace to your own elements). PowerPoint is an undercover infographic design tool which requires very little effort to create beautiful, higher quality graphics. Our creative templates make it possible for you to stick out from the crowd. There are many templates that will make it possible for you to do a quickie resume. There are a lot of free creative resume templates you may use, allowing you to focus your energy on everything else you have to do. Keep reading if you want to learn why you may want to team up an infographic resume to your traditional one. You may also animate your content to create things clearer. Striking the correct balance between text and visuals can be difficult. The layout gives you the ability to incorporate a great deal of details without it looking crowded. Needless to say, you could always begin with a blank canvas and make your own design.

The Nuiances of Entry Level Nurse Resume

The Nuiances of Entry Level Nurse Resume Any expert experience you've got in the field needs to be featured prominently on your resume. You may use the skills below. You ought to write down some skills that will certainly help your LPN resume to stand from the crowd. Our next valuable idea is to concentrate on your skills, qualifications and licenses. The Benefits of Entry Level Nurse Resume When you just graduated from nursing school, that usually means that you don't have a lot of experience. Facilities should remain certain the graduate is suitably trained and safe before he or she's in a position to work alone. Writing general duties is a typical mistake because applicants think that nursing is like unique hospitals and departments, but in fact, your duties will differ between different facilities. Regardless, you still need to add your clinical experience to demonstrate some of the particular areas you have worked in. The Bizarre Secret of Entry Level Nurse Resume Yo u must be physically fit so as to remain on your feet for 12 hours particularly if you are assigned to night shift. As recruiters take a mean of six seconds per resume, summaries let them scan your experience and skills to see whether they need to continue reading. The more hours you'll be able to enhance your list, the better. The best way to discover an RN job is to search online for an appropriate position. Don't forget that you're currently a certified nurse practitioner. Perhaps, by way of example, you'd love to be a certified practical or a certified vocational nurse. Licensed Practical Nurses serve a central part in the health care field. If you've got an entry level Nurse Practitioner resume, you still ought to be in line for the task as long as you have all the required abilities and qualifications. The above mentioned nursing resume objective statements give various examples that you are able to apply in making yours and improving the ability of your resume. When you base your objectives on your skills, experience, and general competence, you are more inclined to produce objectives that could be met within a sensible time period. When crafting your resume the very first rule to bear in mind is My audience is busy and has an extremely brief attention span. Writing an effective entry-level nursing resume can be challenging, but with the correct tools, the appropriate format, and the proper guidance, you can create the resume hiring managers are searching for in a candidate. The Ultimate Entry Level Nurse Resume Trick You just have to select sensibly and find the work easily. You might only need a little assistance. You need to use skills in caring and implement different techniques to help the individual improve from present health condition. You need to have good communication abilities and patient handling abilities. A strong summary statement at the peak of your resume can pinpoint your experience for a specific unit or role. Try to remember, you're likely to require a companion cover letter to genuinely increase your odds of landing the interview. Please remember that you will require a companion cover letter to seal the offer. Each cover letter needs to be customized to the individual facility, not utilize generic terms. It is hard to compose a resume for a freshly graduated nurse due to the absence of experience, or could be in some instances, no experience in the slightest. Trauma nurses offer education programs to help avoid injuries, for instance, wearing bicycle helmets. They must be able to act quickly to save a life hanging in the balance. If you would like to be a prosperous nurse, you might have to to win the trust of patients. Our resume builder gives you tips and examples about how to compose your resume summary. The description needs to be short and concise, however in the event the graduate should fill space on the webpage, creating several lines of experience descriptors might be wi se. How to deal with your skills There are lots of methods to deal with the skills section on your resume, and you'll be able to read our full skills section writing guide here. Plus, it may be an ideal chance to network with others in your area. Mentioning everything which you have learnt as part of the nursing course will unnecessarily elongate the resume. The potential absence of experience won't be quite as apparent following that. Any moment you list work experience or education, begin with the latest examples first. Use the resume objective to acquire state the simple fact that you're a new grad and don't have any experience. A Startling Fact about Entry Level Nurse Resume Uncovered It is critical to make sure it is permissible to create their contact information known on a resume. Not listing the right license or certification could secure a resume rejected instantly. Creating a resume for the very first time can be challenging as it's tricky to ascertain the most crucial information employers wish to see in a nurse's resume. Being a licensed Registered Nurse won't be enough. The additional information you can give about your function in your prior jobs, the better. Bear in mind, HR professionals probably have a good deal of resumes to check at if they're hiring. Finding jobs sample a registered nurse requires a combination of the proper mindset and a specific set of job seeking skills. You can't measure a person's level of compassion, however you are able to check whether someone knows the way to intubate. There's nobody right means to structure a resume. The very first step towards getting your fantasy job is to make a fantastic first impression. Don't forget, you're attempting to set yourself aside from the other candidates, so anything that can help you do that ought to be added.