Give a Dog a Job - Well... Kind of

Give a Dog a Job - Well... Kind of Now we know most dog-owners treat their four-legged pets as an extension to their family. They get treats just like humans do, have clothes just like humans do, celebrate birthdays just like humans do and even indulge in a bit of personal grooming just like humans do. So would it be so bad to employ a dog in your workplace? And I dont mean as the office mascot or dogs who help the emergency services or those who aid people with specific medical conditions. I mean an actual doggy work colleague. Now you probably think ive gone mad but read on and soon youll understand exactly what im talking about. A recent survey carried out by DBI Furniture Solutions found that  36.7% of employees believe honesty to be the most admirable trait in a colleague, closely followed by 27.3% wanting to work alongside a hard-working staffer. Other admirable traits favoured by the UK public include, enthusiasm (14.5%), loyalty (16.8%) and perseverance (4.7%). In fact you can read our guide to the top five must-have personality traits every workplace should have and youll be surprised to know, some of those traits exist in some of our well-loved dogs. Here are some dogs who might just consider giving a job to: 1. The office personality Breed: Pug Bio: Theres plenty to be said for this candidate. Some good, some not so good. Known in the industry for their polite and sometimes childlike nature, they are a great company representative for when prospective clients are in the office. On the other hand, this guy is slightly on the lazy side and can often be found nodding off in meetings. What they lack in energy they make up for with personality, though! Good-humoured, likeable and often charming, this one is a bit of a wild card. Worth taking a risk on 2. Fantastic leader Breed: Jack Russell Bio: With boundless energy, enthusiasm and a real zest for life, this candidate has the potential to turn your office upside down. For better or worse, that is If your office prides itself on its calm, tranquil environment then this applicant may be a little unstimulated. Somewhere more fast-paced, however, and theyll be in their element! Chasing leads and nailing deadlines, some colleagues may find this personality difficult to work with. Others will relish the energy. It all depends on your office. Previous references are all along a similar theme; a great worker if given enough stimulation, fantastic leader and a real tenacious employee. 3. Fantastic self-starter Breed: Labrador Bio: Friendly, playful, intelligent These are just a few traits that would make this candidate a great addition to your office. According to previous work references, this applicant is fantastic self-starter and will often chase a project till the end. Plus, the guys enthusiasm is infectious. Just watch your office perk up after half an hour in their presence. 4. Team-player Breed: Husky Bio: For growing companies and those with a budget, this candidate is ideal. They need very little in terms of sustenance and their thick coat is used to Arctic temperatures so you can save on central heating, too! Yep, this one is a real trooper and will no doubt fight for your clients. Aside from being a great economical choice, theyre also brilliant at team-building. Previous work references state qualities such as; fierce determination. inquisitive nature and approaches work with a collaborative, almost pack-like mentality. You have a team player on your hands with this one. Nick Pollitt  is the Managing Director of DBI Furniture Solutions. He says: It’s hardly surprising that honesty is a much sought-after trait, as it contributes to business transparency from management-level onward.  As for loyalty and enthusiasm, these are both invaluable traits for a colleague to possess. Loyalty goes a long way in improving interpersonal relationships, whilst being around a natural enthusiast is a great morale boost. Any business will benefit from perseverance. If you don’t succeed first time, it pays to keep trying. It’s a learning process, after all! Joking aside we dont really expect you to employ dogs in your workplace but you can see why they just make a better employee than some humans. However having the right personalities in the office could make all the difference so you might want to look for some of these traits in any future employees.

You Need to Have a One-Page Resume to Get Hired

You Need to Have a One-Page Resume to Get HiredWhy would you bother with a one page resume? A one page resume is so much easier to write than a two or three page resume. A two or three page resume might take several hours to finish. With just a one page resume, you can have it finished in just a few minutes!You need to remember that employers want to hire someone who is competent. To become a great manager, or team leader, or salesperson, you need to be competent. When you write a one page resume, the first thing that comes to mind is, 'Well, I don't have anything else to do today.' The answer to this question is, 'Nope!'By doing this, you show that you have absolutely no time on your hands. The time to think about this resume is before the interview. You can keep this information in your head. On the way to the interview, if someone asks, 'What was the best job you ever had?'You can tell them about a good job that came to you while you were running errands or doing grocery shopping. After telling this story, you should be able to see that, 'Oh, that's right. I have an hour and forty minutes here.'When it comes to writing a resume, the easiest way to make it the right way is to write from the heart. Most people write about what they have done rather than about what they want to do. Writing a one page resume will help you write a two or three page resume. You can give yourself an advantage by giving yourself the advantage when it comes to how to do resumes.You need to know what you want to do. What would you love to do? What do you enjoy doing? What do you want to do? Once you know what you want to do, you are well on your way to writing a one page resume that will work for your current job.When you have written the things that you like to do, then you have something to talk about. You can write about the things that are interesting to you. Some things that you may be interested in writing about include music, sports, or hobbies. These things will not help you g et a job, but they will help you get a job that you want to do.One thing that you want to remember when you are writing a one page resume is that you need to be very detailed about the things that you have done. You don't want to make it sound like you have been doing nothing. There is no room for an 'I don't know' answer when it comes to a one page resume. You want to get hired.

How to Build a Viable Psychological Contract with Millennials Marla Gottschalk

How to Build a Viable Psychological Contract with Millennials Marla Gottschalk I am writing this post at the request of a Millennial. With all the discussions about culture and engagement â€" he would like me to answer one powerful question: How do we (young employees) establish a meaningful psychological contract with an employer, when we distrust organizations in general? Wow. That hurts. For someone like me, who would like every single contributor to have a meaningful tenure, this hits hard. His candid question is the result of a myriad of elements that may have formed a deep rift in the career equation for an entire generation of contributors. (By the way, if you havent read my other posts on the topic, find an introduction to psychological contracts start here.) It is expected. In some cases, well-deserved. However, it remains ominous. Millenials have watched in horror as the economy collapsed in late 2000s. They watched as college graduates struggled to find work â€" and how they are still struggling to make headway salary wise because of that collapse.   Theyve watched as their parents were mistreated and in many instances, cast aside by the very organizations they had come to trust. To make matters worse, according to Pew, Millenials are saddled with more student debt than other generations. They trust less and have fewer attachments to traditional institutions. Strike one, two and three. Sticking with this thread, if individuals do not trust employers to look out for their career or personal well being â€" with whom (or what) is the psychological contract formed? The answer unfortunately is this: The contract is with myself. I am out for me. Yes, depending on yourself (knowing yourself for example) is admirable. However, something precious is lost when we cannot identify and ultimately give something of ourselves to the organizations with which we affiliate. If we fail to trust the organization, we do not share. If we do not share freely, we protect our ideas. If protect our ideas, we limit progress and innovation. It seems that we have some work to do, if we expect a healthy psychological contract to be built. There is a way forward. Here are a few places to start. Recruit with clarity. From the job descriptions we share, to the career paths we might offer â€" organizations must operate in manner that is honest and complete. Recruitment practices should be allowed to reflect a communicate strategy that improves applicant fit and engagement. Organizations should focus on smart HR Tech solutions to accomplish this. (See how J J is harnessing HR Tech to accomplish this here.) Offer stability. Psychological contracts are not a one-way street; they must work in both directions. If you manage a Millennial, discuss not only what they bring, but what the organization might bring to their developing career paths. (Read about constructing Tours of Duty in The Alliance: Managing Talent in the Networked Age) What will they learn? What role models will you provide? Remember, they may remain insecure about their future career paths. Build community. Nothing builds confidence in an employer, like the knowledge there is an entire within-organization community to support you and your career. Encourage both building and participating in internal networks that engage contributors. What is your organization doing? Share it here. Dr. Marla Gottschalk is an Industrial/Organizational Psychologist. She is a charter member of the LinkedIn Influencer Program. Her thoughts on work life have appeared in various outlets including Talent Zoo, Forbes, Quartz and The Huffington Post.

How I Learned To Feel Safe

How I Learned To Feel Safe Was there ever a time in your work or personal relationships when you felt unsafe? You feel scared all the time and as if you are not in charge of your future. You do not have any of the answers, like roulette. You might be right, which feels exhilarating. You might be wrong, which feels frightening. Uncertainty runs rampant. Nothing is really up to you; you are reactionary, a second or third domino in the line waiting for the first one to tap you before you fall. And even when you try to be proactive and share your thought, it could still be wrong. I used to play happiness roulette and give my power away to other people. I felt unsafe, like I couldn’t trust them to look out for me. The only way to  feel safe is to stop giving over your power to someone else to manage. Awareness and reflection on instances in your life (or maybe it is even an entire chapter) when you have deferred your power can help you reset, rearrange, and move forward. Then you can find that safety feeling within yourself. Here is a  G.I.V.E. guide to help! G Gratitude. I started a new habit 6 weeks ago. Each morning I wake up and think of one person for whom I am grateful. Sometimes it’s the same person. Sometimes it’s five people. Starting each day like this (and doing these six other things) is a beautiful (and easy) way to appreciate the solid gold people in your tribe. I Intuition. Events happen and we have the innate capability to respond however we choose. Intuition is defined as “the ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning.” Humans all have it and if we let our intuition guide us, we can respond to any happening with authenticity. Give your intuition full authorization and ownership of you. It is there for only you, not for you to ignore it and defer your power to someone else. V Vitality. Writing, reading, volunteering, running, dancing, hosting parties, and socializing are all examples of some of my favorite activities that make me feel full of vigor. Whatever is on your list, do at least one if not more every day to strengthen your sense of self-connection and self love. E Edit Just as GPS offers alternate route options, with every new event or piece of information, your intuition refreshes your perceptions. If something is awry in your work relationship, identify it. See if it can be righted. If not, take charge of your life and revisit your professional networks to partner with one who shares your values. “Life is like dancing. If we have a big floor, many people will dance. Some will get angry when the rhythm changes. But life is changing all the time.” â€" Miguel Ruiz Comments?  @kellymc247 Columnist Archive Image  Image 1  Image 2 Image 3

What Is the Best Free Latex For Writing a Resume?

What Is the Best Free Latex For Writing a Resume?What is the best free latex for writing a resume? The truth is that it varies from person to person. Some are more skilled at writing a resume than others. However, it is advisable to have an extensive research and read a lot of resumes before you write yours.Free writing resume formats are available on the internet. You just need to search for these in your favorite search engine. After that, you will be presented with thousands of resumes. And yes, you may find that many of them are not as good as the others. If you know how to write a resume, you should be able to edit your resume and present it in a better way.There are some resumes that come with an excel sheet that gives you the option to format your resume in different formats and send it to job agencies and recruiters or to the career fairs. This can be a very useful tool in case you want to present your resume in a better way. But even though this is a great feature, you shoul d also consider the quality of the resume formatting as well.For example, the free resume generator allows you to make a resume out of a word document. Even though this is a simple form, you can still customize the look and feel of your resume. Although this is a free format, you will still need to buy the software to create it. It is still very much cheaper than the usual form.There are some free latex for writing a resume formats that you can find on the internet. There are hundreds of free resume generators available on the internet. Most of these are sold for a price. There are some sites that will allow you to download the free software if you only pay for membership. This is good if you are new to online marketing and you want to start learning now rather than paying for training later.There are some websites that will offer you free templates of resumes to help you. The free templates may not be as good as the paid ones but they can still be used as a template. They may not b e very good as well but they are still good enough to get you started.You do not have to worry about the grammar or spelling of your resume. Most websites allow you to add your resume without the need to edit it. You can also use a free online form builder to format your resume and save it on your computer. This will allow you to edit the resume later.There are a lot of websites that offer you free formats for writing a resume. This will be great if you are a beginner in internet marketing. If you are a seasoned internet marketer and already have a resume, you can still find a free format to help you.

Why a targeted job search is best - Sterling Career Concepts

Why a targeted job search is best Why a targeted job search is best Target Your Job Search. What kinds of jobs are you interested in? What kind of company do you want to work for? If your answer is, “I don’t care, I just need a job,” your job search is less likely to be a lot less successful than if you spend some time thinking about where you want to work, and what you want to do (and how to get there!). As a side note, I dont work with anyone who comes to me without a target job in mind. Its impossible to write an effective resume that will win you interviews without a target in mind.

When Your Phone Doesnt Ring After the Interview - Hire Imaging

When Your Phone Doesn’t Ring After the Interview - Hire Imaging Don’t jump to conclusions. You had what you thought â€" or hopefully felt â€" was a good interview, at least to move into next stages. But it’s been more than a week and you’ve heard nada. Don’t jump to conclusions. First, don’t panic or assume the worst. The employer may still be interviewing other candidates, and you may still be a contender. A few weeks may seem like forever to you, but it isn’t an unusual time-frame for an organization to take when filling an essential position. However, if you were told that you would hear from the company within a week and at least two weeks have passed, it’s absolutely appropriate for you to make a follow-up phone call. You should be prepared mentally to hear bad news, as well as good. Try to speak directly with the person who interviewed you, and make a conscious effort to be friendly, professional and brief. Reintroduce yourself, remind the person when you interviewed, and ask, very simply, whether the organization has made a hiring decision yet. If your best option is to talk to the person’s assistant or to voice mail, leave the same message. Be straight. Don’t talk about the wonderful offer you’ve just received from the company’s top competitor. Don’t talk about the tension you’re feeling. And make it very transparent that all you’re looking for is an answer to whether the position has been filled; and whether you’re still a candidate â€" period. Always look forward â€" and keep your head up and be future-focused. Click To Tweet If, on the other hand, something has happened in the interlude that would support your case as a candidate â€" you’ve just completed training or been credentialed in a particular skill, received an honor or award, and so on â€" it can’t hurt to reference it. And don’t forget that it never hurts to keep saying, “I’m really interested in this job and know I could do it well.” Learn from the experience. If you don’t end up with an offer â€" or even make it to the next steps, the interview process can still be beneficial â€" as long as you’re willing to objectively evaluate how you did, and are willing to learn from your mistakes. Here are some questions that you can ask yourself after the interview. Did I physically look my best? Did I prepare as well as I could have, learning as much as I could about the company, the position, and anything else relating to the job? Did I take care of things ahead of time, so that I arrived at the interviewer’s office in plenty of time (and not too early), in a calm state of mind? Did I handle myself with composure and confidence when I first entered the office? Did I practice appropriate business etiquette from the time I walked until I left? When I was given the chance, did I present a synopsis of myself in a focused, succinct way? Was I an engaged, focused listener throughout the interview? Was I able to answer questions in a relaxed, confident manner? Did I show enthusiasm and interest in the job? Did I tie my skills and success stories to the needs of the job? Did I handle distractions or interruptions without any concern? Did I close the interview on a self-assured, optimistic tone? Honestly assess your answer to these questions. Be objective, but don’t be too hard on yourself either. And instead of dwelling on the things you did “wrong,” think about what you can do the next time to avoid the same mistakes. Always look forward â€" and keep your head up and be future-focused. There’s always the next time to put into practice what you’ve learned along the way! What do you think?