Resume Renovations for Your Spring Job Search

Resume Renovations for Your Spring Job SearchResume Renovations for Your Spring Job SearchUse these tips to dust off your job application materials and spruce them up for spring.Here in New York itsfinallystarting to feel like spring Many of us use this season as an excuse to unclutter our closets and reorganize our work spaces. Its also a great time to reevaluate our job-search tactics and give them a thorough cleaning.If your current resume isnt delivering results, it might be time to spruce it up or even start fresh. Below are articles with top tips to help you renovate your resume this season. 7 mistakes that make your professional resume and you look old Your resume is a reflection of you and you dont want recruiters thinking youre outdated because your document is. Heres how to know if your resume needs an update. Navigating the resume application minefield Before your resume reaches a human being, it will typically get screened by a piece of software known as an Applicant T racking System, or ATS. Craft a resume that clears the gatekeepers and lands in the hiring managers hands. 13 ways your resume can say Im unprofessional Hiring pros share the faux pas they find in real resumes, including wacky e-mail addresses, defunct phone numbers and cookie-cutter templates. Improve your job application ROI While you cant control the recruiters actions, there are things you can do to combat the Black Hole and improve your applications return on investment. Resume, meet Technology Making your resume format machine-friendly Learn how to format your resume so that the applicant tracking software recruiters use doesnt garble your document and your chances.

Famous Female Celebrities High School Dropouts

Famous Female Celebrities High School DropoutsFamous Female Celebrities High School DropoutsDropping out of high school is not a wise choice, even if it sometimes is necessary due to extenuating circumstances. The vast majority of students who do drop out never become rich or famous, and are statistically unlikely to even ever make it very far in the business world. There are successful women who dropped out of high school and made it big without an education. As the list shows, most of these women made it on talent in the ?entertainment industry and not in the traditional business world. Some of the women on the list below went back to school or got a GED others just launched their careers. Alphabetical List of Famous and Celebrity Women High School Dropouts Christina Aguilera, MusicianJulie Andrews, ActressChristina Applegate, ActressJoan Armatrading, MusicianBrooke Astor, New York Philanthropist, Presidential Medal of Freedom RecipientPearl Bailey, MusicianJosephine Baker, Mus icianLucille Ball, ActressBrigitte Bardot, ActressRoseanne Barr, Comedian, Star of Two Variety ShowsDrew Barrymore, ActressShirley Bassey, MusicianAnne Beiler, Founder, Auntie Anns PretzelsKaren Black, ActressMary J. Blige, Rap StarClara Bow, ActressBarbara Taylor Bradford, Author Erin Brockovich, Legal Assistant, Consumer and Environmental Activist, EntrepreneurLouise Brooks, ActressMargaret Brown, Philanthropist, Titanic Survivor/American SocialiteAbner Burnett, MusicianEllen Burstyn, ActressGisele Bndchen, ModelNeve Campbell, ActressJennifer Capriati, Tennis Player, Won the Gold Medal in 1992Viki Carr, MusicianLiz Claiborne, Fashion DesignerToni Collette, ActressJackie Collins, AuthorJoan Crawford, ActressBeverly DAngelo, ActressMajandra Delfino, ActressBo Derek, Actress Princess Diana, Philanthropist, Princess of WalesCameron Diaz, ActressCeline Dion, MusicianPatty Duke, ActressJeanne Eagels, ActressLola Falana, MusicianCarrie Fisher, ActressElla Fitzgerald, MusicianAretha Frank lin, MusicianEva Gabor, ActressGreta Garbo, ActressJennie Garth, ActressMary Gauthier, MusicianWhoopi Goldberg, ComedianSusan Hampshire, ActressBeth Hart, MusicianMargaux Hemingway, ActressFiona Horne, MusicianLena Horne, MusicianJanis Ian, MusicianIman, ActressNatalie Imbruglia, Musician Elizabeth Jagger, ModelJoan Jett, MusicianAngelina Jolie, ActressJenny Jones, Talk Show HostRickie Lee Jones, Musician, Talk Show HostChaka Khan, MusicianNicole Kidman, ActressEartha Kitt, ActressGladys Knight, MusicianCyndi Lauper, MusicianAvril Lavigne, MusicianHenrietta Leaver, Model, 1935 Miss AmericaFran Lebowitz, AuthorJennifer Jason Leigh, ActressDoris Lessing, AuthorJuliette Lewis, ActressJulie London, MusicianTrini Lopez, MusicianTraci Lords, ActressCourtney Love, MusicianLoretta Lynn, Country Music Star, Country Music Hall of Fame Shelby Lynne, MusicianMary Lyon, Founder, The First American Womans College (Mount Holyoke College)Gwendolyn MacEwen, PoetJena Malone, ActressShirley Manson, Mu sicianSophie Marceau, ActressVanessa Marcil, ActressAudrey Marnay, ModelMoa Martinson, AuthorElaine May, ScreenwriterKelly McGillis, ActressFlorence Melton, Inventor, Foam Lined Slipper and the Removable Shoulder PadNatalie Merchant, MusicianMelina Mercouri, Political Activist, ActressAlyssa Milano, ActressHeather Mills, Model, Nobel Prize Winner Liza Minnelli, MusicianRuth Ann Minner, Governor, Delawares First Woman Governor 2001-05Marilyn Monroe, ActressDemi Moore, ActressSamantha Mumba, MusicianOlivia Newton-John, MusicianFlorence Nightingale, Nursing PioneerSinead OConnor, MusicianAnnie Oakley, Entertainer, Old West Sharpshooter/ Wild West PerformerKelly Osbourne, Musician, Talk Show HostElisha Otis, Inventor, Otis ElevatorRosa Parks, Civil Rights ActivistEvita Peron, Politician, First Lady of Argentina 1946-1952Mary Pickford, Founder, United Artist Corporation Pink, MusicianSarah Polley, ActressTeri Polo, ActressPaulina Porizkova, ModelLeah Remini, ActressMary Lou Retton, Olymp ic Gymnast and Gold Medal WinnerNora Roberts, AuthorAnn Marie Roberts, Olympian in 2000 Olympic GamesTheresa Russell, ActressRene Russo, ActressCatya Sassoon, ActressAlicia Silverstone, ActressAnna Nicole Smith, Actress, The Anna Nicole ShowDonna Summer, MusicianHilary Swank, Actress,Valentina Tereshkova, Cosmonaut, First Woman in SpaceAndrea Thompson, TV Host, CNN Headline News Uma Thurman, ActressTanya Tucker, MusicianTwiggy, ActressTracey Ullman, ComedianGloria Vanderbilt, Fashion DesignerDiana Vreeland, EditorNancy Walker, ActressSusan Ward, ActressEstella Warren, ActressNaomi Watts, ActressKitty Wells, Country Music StarMae West, ActressLucinda Williams, MusicianKate Winslet, ActressTammy Wynette, MusicianMildred Babe Zaharias, Olympian, Track and Field Six Gold Medals, National Womens Hall of FameCatherine Zeta-Jones, Actress

Chewing gum helps you be more productive and less stressed says study

Chewing gum helps you be more productive and less stressed says studyChewing gum helps you be more productive and less stressed says studyThe March/April 2019 issue ofApplied CognitivePsychology, demonstrates the way chewing gum enhances certain cognitive functions. A review of the literature contained within reveals more correlative factors than causal ones, to be clear, but the research does not stand alone. The participants reviewed in studies spanning the course of over four decades all expressed lower levels of stress while chewing gum, which in turn yielded boosts to alertness, focus, sustained attention and the ability to retaininformation.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreThe surprising density of the findingsThe fruchtwein recent study, which premiered this year, begins by citing several studies conducted in the past. Several of which observed the effect chewing gum has o n mood and memory in particular. I was surprised to learn how extensive research on this topic was. Utilizing various methods of determining the affect chewing gum has on RAS, memory and overall test performance, research has yet to single out precise reasoning, even if many of the results point to the same broad conclusions.A study that was published in 1974, revealed Significantly higher alertness, contentedness and calmness scores following gum chewing. An empirical study from 2002, discovered that participants that chewed gum performed better on long-term and short-term memory tests, derived fromimmediate and delayed recall of words. For a time these findings seemed to revolve around psychological arousal.Arousal, in psychology, refersto the state of being attentive and alert. These functions are dictated by the reticularactivating system or RAS for short. When this system is impaired or slows down, we typically feel drowsy and lethargic. When this system is enhanced we are shar p and uniquely equipped to respond to things in our environment.Here we have a modest collection of hypothesis meant to identify the exact role chewing gum plays in learning ability.Chew on thisRecently experiments employed college students and observed these factor by way of the preparation and performance of psychology and mathematical exams.If chewing gum, determines the effectiveness of RAS, then the gum chewing group would be more alert while obtaining information. If chewing gum reduces stress, or plays some yet undiscovered role, the gum chewing participants might not express specific boosts to alertness but they would outperform the non-chewers regardless. Over the course of the four experiments. the results of the first two (which used psychology exams) intimated the latter conjecture.The experiment involving 40 college students revealed no significant spike in alertness in students that were shown to be alert prior to the introduction of the gum condition. Although the gum chewers did outperform the non-chewers on the multiple choice psychology exam portion of the experiment.The next series of two experiments, this time deploying a math test as opposed to a psychology test, identifiedan alertness edge in students that chewed gum over those that did not, in addition to reaffirming the performance hypothesisdemonstrated in the first two experiments.In other words, chew gum.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will ersatzdarsteller your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

What is the etiquette for dating a coworker in the age of #MeToo

What is the etiquette for dating a coworker in the age of MeTooWhat is the etiquette for dating a coworker in the age of MeTooThe etiquette for dating a coworker in light of the MeToo movement isnt any different than the way it should have been handled prior to the MeToo movement.If coworker romantic relationships had been handled the way they should, there would be no need for a MeToo movement because abuses would notlage have happened in the first place.First and foremost, understand your companys policy about dating other employees. Employers can limit the ability of coworkers to date one another for a number of valid reasons including avoiding collusion to defraud the employer.If neither mann an ihrer seite is abusive in their relationship behaviors, coworkers who are at equal levels in an organization that does not forbid fraternization between coworkers shouldnt have any problems.It is when one coworker is in a position of authority over the other one that the worse abuses occu r. If a couple finds they cannot resist the temptation of such a relationship I would encourage them to consult an attorney to protect both of them. The individual who is in the position of authority should offer to pay for the other persons consultation but allow that person to choose who he or she consults for legal advice.An agreement that the relationship is consensual and promises that there will be no work-related retaliation if the relationship ends or becomes troublesome signed by both parties, after review by their respective counsel, should go a long way toward protecting them from retaliation or allegations.If the relationship is casual, a hook-up - just dontYour career is far more important than a hook-up. It isnt just your current job that is at risk. Your reputation matters and can follow you for decades. Many people believe the worse about someone who is accused and few people believe people will change.The other safeguard you should take when one person is in a posi tion of authority over the other is to advise the boss of the higher level person that you are in a relationship. This helps avoid the appearance of favoritism during the relationship and helps prevent retaliation if it ends.If the couple are in unequal power positions at work but one doesnt report to the other, each should advise their respective coach of the relationship.In the 1980s, when I was a manager and began dating the General Counsel of the company where I worked, as soon as we determined that the relationship might be serious, we each advised our boss of the relationship. The president of the company didnt like the General Counsel and almost immediately removed me from several committees I was on because he didnt want me to tell the General Counsel what I learned during those meetings. Wed been dating for about two months and I hadnt shared anything with him that I shouldnt have shared. The president of the company should have talked to me instead of arbitrarily removing me. If that same scenario happened today, I would consult an attorney. The committees involved high-level resume building work.When there isnt a direct reporting relationship or significant influence over raises, bonuses, or promotions, Id follow my instincts about whether to go through the process of obtaining a legal agreement.Beyond all of that, be cautious about who you date. Dont date an abuser. Dont settle for someone with a reputation for being vindictive. Listen to how the person talks about their prior relationships. If they are on friendly terms with someone they were in a relationship with in the past, it is a good sign that they are mature and will not retaliate or make false accusations if the relationship ends. If their relationship with people they were once in a relationship with is ugly, its a red flag. Its not a a definitive sign. Perhaps the other person was abusive. Ask questions. Many people who do not treat other people well believe their behavior is normal. It is amazing what people will admit to because they believe others would do the same things.Always remember that when big settlements are in the news, there are people who will attempt to set others up to get a payday. Listen to your instincts. If something feels off it probably is off.Dont be abusive.Dont put the person youre dating down. Be a positive force in his or her life.Make sure you have consent - not just the first time. Being with someone once doesnt give blanket consent to engage in the same activity in the future. Even marriage doest provide blanket consent.If your partner tells you no, believe them. The only exception to this is role play games. If you engage in role play, always have a safe word.Be a good person.Jeanine Joy, is aCEO, Speaker, Author, Futurist, Student, Kind Happy.This postfirst appeared onQuora.

Job Search Strategies for Older Workers

Job Search Strategies for Older WorkersJob Search Strategies for Older WorkersWhat can you do to address age discrimination and promote your candidacy for employment? There are strategies older job seekers can implement to help expedite a job search and to find gainful, and meaningful, employment. Stand Out in the Job Market Despite all the skills and experience that you bring to the table, you will still need to convince employers that you are the right person for the job. However, you also have a number of qualities that make you very hirable. Here are some tips for standing out in this competitive job market Emphasize your experience.Older job seekers have so much experience they can draw on. If they have been previously employed, they have decades of work experience. This work history is something younger workers simply do leid have. Highlight your years of experience in your job materials and interviews.Highlight your skills.Make a list of all of the skills you have develope d, both in the workplace and outside of work. Then, look atjob listingsin the fields you want. Circle any skills on your own list that fit the requirements of the job. Pay particular attention to thetransferable skillsyou have (such ascommunicationor managerial skills) that will be useful in almost any job. Think about the skills and qualities you have as a result of your years of experience. Whether or not you have been in the labor force recently, you likely have qualities gained from experience that employers will want. For example,studies have shown that employees over 50 are particularly reliable, detail-oriented, and patient. They also have strong leadership skills. Consider developing new skills.Think about any skills that will be necessary for the job, but that you either lack or have not used in a while. Take some time to develop unterstellung skills. For example, if many jobs in your field now require some experience with coding,consider taking a class. There are many free classes online for various skills, particularly in technology.Network.Even though you likely already have a number of contacts in your field, you can always make more. Consider joining (or rejoining) aprofessional associationin your field. Revamp yourLinkedIn profile. Send aletter to your friends and familyand let them know about your job search. Networking is an ideal way to make connections that could lead to a job. Follow your passion.Especially if you are beginning a second career, try to find a job that allows you to fulfill a lifelong passion. Perhaps you have always wanted to work with kids if so, then search for a job as a teacher. Maybe you have always had a woodworking hobby consider a job as a furniturefinisher. Think carefully about what you want to do with this period of your life, and follow your passion Age-Proof Your Resume and titelseite Letter One way to overcome the perception that your age is an issue is toage-proof and edit your resume. Limitingwhat you i nclude on your resume, from a chronological perspective, can help job seekers avoid the stigma of being considered too old by a prospective employer. Make sure your references to job skills and accomplishments use contemporary vocabulary. For example, you should use the term formatted documents rather than typed documents. Your cover letter is critical, as well. Review thesecover letter tips for older job seekers to learn what to include in your cover letter, how to showcase your skills, and how to effectively market your candidacy to employers. When writing your resume and your cover letters, theresno need to mention every job youve ever had. Include only the most recent positions and, if you attended college, dont list your graduation dates. Update Your Professional Image You can strategically write your resume and cover letter, but you cant change the basic facts - your actual age and your employment history are etched in stone. However, there are ways you can work on your ap pearance when you are job searching. And that can make a significant difference when youre interviewing. Heres how toupdate your job search image. Ace a Job Interview Even though employers cant legally ask you directly about your age, they sometimes ask questions during a job interview to try to determine how old you are. Here are someage-relatedinterview questionsand advice on how to respond. Anticipate these questions and have non-defensive, upbeat answers. Review tips and advice for successfulinterviewing for older seekers, including how to make the experience an asset, what to wear, how to address age issues, and how to stay positive at a time when interviewing can be especially challenging. Consider a Career Change It can be easier than you might think to change careers. Heres advice on how to successfully implement a mid-life ?career change. Consider try before you buy contract work in order to reduce the risk of hiring you for the employer. Get Job Search Help If youre struggling with yourjob search, consider seeking assistance. There are no-cost programs provided byOneStop Career Centers, non-profit groups, and locallibraries,for example, that can assist. Seek out employers who advertise the fact that they value life experience in their hiring strategies. Some companies candidly do not value older workers, but many others do. Dont Give Up Keep in mind that its not just you who is having a challenging job search.The Federal Reserve reports that most of theincrease in employment since 2000(approximately 17 million jobs) has been among workers aged 55 and older. In 2017, 39% of people 55 and over were working, compared to 31% in 2000. The increase is due to the aging of the baby boomer generation and isnt expected to last. Workers 55 and over are expected to be almost 24% of the workforce through 2027. Job searching typically isnt always easy, regardless of how old you are. If you think age is hindering your job search, there arestrategies you can use to address the situation.Dont give up it might take a while to find a job, but there are employers who understand the value of an older worker with maturity, life experience, and skills.

The Foolproof Effective Resume Strategy

The Foolproof Effective Resume Strategy Obviously, another element of effective absatzwirtschaft is convincing someone they need what youve got to offer, even in case they do not know it yet. You will realize that there are a couple of vital qualities youre searching for in your employee. So even when you dont have plenty of experience in the industry youre interested in, you should craft the language in your resume to prove that you will excel in the new position. In that case, your advertising materials will need to convince an employer your services are valuable and illustrate ways to add value. Type of Effective Resume You may see the work samples of a professional resume writing services to understand ways to do the very same for your curriculum vitae. You need your resume and cover letter to give the solution. Ideally, a resume ought to be one-page long so be sure the sentences are crisp and well-written. Resume is an important document which will help you seal an int erview. Effective Resume the Ultimate Convenience If youve taken a lengthy gap for a specific reason, mention the very same in your resume. If you dont get a high ranking here, odds are a human wont see your resume. The best strategies to remain positive When life appears to be in great order dont get to comfortable as it can change in an instant. Bullet points and chronological purchase help emloyers to rapidly garner the sections of your resume which are important to their enterprise. What is Truly Happening with Effective Resume Not doing good Research You might believe you can fake it till the time you make it, but nonetheless, it really doesnt get the job done here. Marketing is a creative area and thus you want to compose your resume in a creative way. Its good you want to emphasize the work done with that client, but bear in mind, not to reveal confidential information regarding your client. At times, it means youll have one page, from time to time, it means youll h ave more than that. Make sure its simple for someone to quickly scan your resume and come away with the info that they require. Contact Information finally, ensure your name, contact number and emaille address are visible. Nevertheless, theres a difference and its helpful to understand when to compose a CV vs resume. You wouldnt just be in a position to search optimize your professional profile but in addition exert your authenticity. Interviewing is a skill and there isnt any second opportunity to earn a first impression. There are a number of ways to arrange information on your resume, but the conventional reverse-chronological resume is the most frequently used resume style and certainly the best course of action. Education Level Managers definitely are searching for a variety of degrees. Closing a work position before deadline is always intimidating due to an unorganized recruitment approach. Consequently, job seekers have to understand how to sell their abilities and qualifications with the aid of their principal advertising and marketing document. Be explicitly clear concerning the job that youre seeking. Today, jobs are the absolute most vital resources one can have. Aim high, but you should be prepared to check at everything Sometimes great jobs arent obvious at first. Its just not specific and doesnt demonstrate enough impact or core abilities. When youre highlighting your distinct achievements in the undertaking, its always great to demonstrate your capacity to work as a team. Once you have determined the quantity of information and the selection of work experiences that should be included in your resume, you are going to have to translate your list of work experiences into an overview of your achievements and techniques that are going to be apt for your resume. In an uncertain financial climate, you must take advantage of every opportunity you need to give yourself an advantage in a competitive job industry. Align your skills, expe riences and training based on what exactly the company will be searching for. Youre marketing yourself. If you would like to compose a marketing resume and searching for the tips then here were likely to speak about tips to write marketing resume. Youre able to refer above given tips to compose an impressive and beneficial marketing resume. The New Angle On Effective Resume Just Released Create your basic resume which youll be able to edit whenever you want. To start with, youve got to tell the truth about what youve got to offer to prospective employers. You also need to mention your last 2-3 positions in chronological order. Oftentimes, youll need to reword your resume to be able to make it even more concise, professional and excellent. 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PowerToFly and Casper present an evening for women in tech

PowerToFly and Casper present an evening for women in tech This event is a great fit for digital product designers, digital product managers, engineering managers and data analysts with at least 5+ years of experience. If you would like an invitation, please email hipowertofly.comPowerToFly has partnered with Casper to present an invite-only evening for women in digital and engineering. Gabriel Flateman, Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Casper will kickoff the evening with a keynote address and take questions. There will also be a panel discussion featuring women tech leaders at Casper, including their SVP of Experience and SVP of Marketing Analytics and Data Science. The night will conclude with the opportunity to network with Caspers leaders as well as your peers.Join us on Tuesday, July 31st from 6pm to 8pm at Caspers NYC HQ, located at 230 Park Avenue South, on the 13th floor. Agenda (Subject to Change)600pm - abfertigung Networking over drinks light food620pm - Event Kickoff from PowerToFly625pm - Keynote Address by Gabriel Flateman, Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Casper635pm - Panel Discussion featuring women tech leaders from CasperEleanor Morgan, SVP ExperienceKyle Rush, VP EngineeringHairong Crigler, SVP Marketing Analytics and Data Science655pm - Audience QA715pm - Networking ResumesCasper believes that better sleep makes for better living. Their competitive benefits include company equity, a comprehensive 401(k) program, health incentives, unlimited paid time offf and catered lunches. Follow Casper on PowerToFly to learn mora about their open roles.About our Events All RSVPd attendees are welcome, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, or age. If you require accommodation to fully participate in this event, please email hipowertofly.com, and we will contact you to discuss your specific needs.Unfortunately, PowerToFly and the company it is holding an even t on behalf of cannot admit outside recruiters to that particular event. Please email hipowertofly.com if you have any questions about this policy.Related Articles Around the Web Casper Mattress Winner of Womans Day Great Value Awards ... Casper How a Mattress in a Box Became a Breakout Brand Fortune One of the biggest challenges in almost all industries today is achieving gender parity. Gender diversity provides huge benefits in the workplace. pWhile some industries have made significant advancements in gender diversity, some industries lag further behind... and the construction industry is well-known for being in the latter category. If someone says, construction workers, youll likely picture a group of men in yellow hard hats analyzing an architects plans or laying bricks on top of a scaffold. And men at work signs only help to reinforce th is image.pThis stereotype is rooted in reality. When was the last time you actually spotted a woman on a construction site? Or hired a female plumber or carpenter? Your answer is most likely never. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statisticsreports that only 3.4% of the total of 8.3 million construction employees are women.pBut the construction industry has a lot more to offer than steel-toed boots and hard hats, and it needs women to help advance the industry in this era of rapid change. Here are 5 reasons why women joining the workforce or looking to make a pivot should consider a career in construction.h21. Fuel Innovation/h2pNot only is diversity the socially and morally right thing to do, but it is also actually an excellent business strategy. pResearch presented in the Harvard Business Reviewshows that diverse teams develop more innovative ideas. This is further supported by a study conducted by Gallupon the performance of gender-diverse teams versus single-gender teams, which fou nd that the difference in backgrounds and perspectives led to better business performance and problem-solving. h22. Capitalize on Demand/h2pThe construction industry is currently experiencing a labor shortage. The industry itself is booming and projected to be one of the fastest-growing industries, with total spending projected to exceed $1.45 trillion in 2023/a. However, most construction companies are unable to meet the rising demand. pAccording to the Associated General Contractors of America/a, more than 80% of contractors are experiencing difficulties filling hourly craft positions that represent the bulk of the construction workforce.pAnd demand isnt limited to individual contributor roles. Given the industry boom, there are a number of open stable and high-paying roles (any project managers out there?) waiting for the right candidateh23. Leadership Opportunities/h2pAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics/a, women compose only 7.7% of the total 1 million managerial positio ns in construction.br/pBut given the highly collaborative nature of construction work, more women in leadership roles would help drive innovation and enhance productivity.Furthermore, as a woman in construction in a leadership position, youd have the unique opportunity to drive change for the industry and make it a more attractive option for other women.h24. High-Income Potential/h2pSalaries for many skilled positions in construction are on the rise, making a construction career a prime choice for women looking for a high-paying job,pThe 2018 Construction Craft Salary Surveyconducted by the National Center for Construction Education and Research revealed that salaries for many skilled craft areas are increasing. Project managers and project supervisors topped the list at $92,523 and $88,355, respectively. The next set of highest-paying jobs include those of combo welders ($71,067), instrumentation technicians ($70,080), pipe welders ($69,222), power line workers ($68,262) and indust rial electricians ($67,269). Of the 32 categories of workers in the survey, 19 positions earned an average salary of $60,000 or higher.h25. Sense of accomplishment/h2p The construction industry can give employees a unique sense of achievement. Yes, the job is stressful and the work can be demanding, but nothing beats the feeling of being able to build something from the ground up. pHow many professionals in other industries can point at a school, a hospital, or a skyscraper and say I helped build that?pThe construction industry has a long way to go in combating gender bias and supporting women in the workforce, but given the current demand for workers, theres no better time to pick up a sledgehammer (figurative or literal) and smash the gender stereotypes plaguing the construction industry.

Executive Speaking Survey Finds CEOS Overestimate Speaking Ability

Executive Speaking Survey Finds CEOS Overestimate Speaking Ability Executive Speaking Survey Finds CEOS Overestimate Speaking Ability The study analyzed video interviews of 40 CEOs and focused on their responses to two questions What are your strengths as a communicator? and What are your weaknesses as a communicator?We discovered some pretty significant gaps between how they perceived themselves as speakers versus how they actually were, Executive Speaking founder Anett Grant said. CEOs just arent as self-aware as they may think, at least with regard to their speaking skills.Grants team analyzed responses in terms of two criteria delivery and content. Many CEOs who claimed they had strong delivery skills actually had a high degree of filler words like ah and er, and many who claimed they had strong content skills were lacking in the signs of quality content that have been identified by communications scholars.CEOs need to realize that they cant just say whatever comes into their h eads. They need to learn skills that give them thinking time while they speak, so that they can edit their thoughts without hesitating - and project positive energy at the same time, Grant said.But its not just about faux pas. The always-on nature of the business world means CEOs must be prepared to give smart comments immediately.Its not enough to know your stuff and rely on scripted speeches, Grant said. Whether its a discussion with the board, a town hall, or a media interview, it is absolutely essential for CEOs to master key skills to excel at impromptu speaking.

The Value of Finding -- and Being -- a Mentor in the Legal Profession

The Value of Finding -- and Being -- a Mentor in the Legal ProfessionThe Value of Finding and Being a Mentor in the Legal ProfessionThere are many different types of mentoring relationships, but all provide benefits to both the advisor and the protg. behauptung pairings are becoming more and more desirable, to the point that many legal job applicants inquire about a firms mentoring program during the interview process.Value of a professional mentorGood mentoring relationships are important from the very beginning of a legal career. In fact, they can be pivotal to the success or failure of law students. Good mentors, be they professors or practicing attorneys, can help students decide which type of law might suit themand how they can tailor their educational and career paths to align with their aspirations.In addition, mentors can help law students expand their professional networks so they can land a promising internship, clerkship or legal job. Some mentors prepare mentees for job interviews by going over possible questions, the best answers and even salary negotiation strategies.Long-lasting effects of mentoring at workuntersttzung doesnt end after the mentee starts to practice. According to the National Legal Mentoring Consortium, Clients, the public and the profession are best served through healthy lawyering practices and by the highest ideals of professionalism and collegiality, which can be effectively developed through mentoring. The best mentoring relationships are long-term.When paired with an in-house professional mentor, new lawyers and legal support staff have a sounding board for career advice and an experienced guide for the cases theyre preparing.Midlevel associates and senior attorneys also can provide novices with valuable coaching and can help them navigate the office culture and the courtroom. By offering insights, insider knowledge and gentle correction, mentors increase the chances that their mentees will have a successful legal career.M entoring as a two-way streetThe mentee isnt the only one who benefits from this relationship. By offering mentoring at work, a more experienced lawyer gets great satisfaction from helping less experienced ones develop into seasoned professionals. In addition, by introducing promising young legal talent to their professional network, mentors strengthen their own reputations. And as their protgs expand and develop their own practices, they often introduce their professional mentor to new contacts, returning the favor.Whats more, the best teachers often learn from their students. Junior lawyers, paralegals and legal staff members are more apt to spend time poring over legal texts and researching strategies. In the process, they may come across a new application of a ruling that a more experienced lawyer hasnt considered. Younger legal professionals may also have fresh and interesting ways of using law office technology in their jobs. Mentors can gain new perspectives from their protgs, which in turn can spark new ways of thinking, working and strategizing.Types of mentoring relationshipsMany firms are recognizing the increased demand for mentoring at work and are responding by implementing formal programs. Practices that dont have mentorships could experience retention problems because young lawyers dont have the guidance they need to stay engaged with their jobs. They could also have trouble recruiting new talent, as legal job candidates value such programs for personal growth and consider them highly when deciding which firm or organization to join.While in-house mentorships are the most effective and yield a high return on investment, other options are possible. In workplaces without a structured program, junior lawyers can approach respected mid- or senior-level attorneys about the possibility of a mentoring relationship. Another option for new legal professionals is to continue a relationship with an existing mentor, such as a former professor. In addition, professional associations can match law students, paralegals and legal secretaries with mentors in their specialty. Nothing beats in-person mentorships, but such relationships can also exist online, by phone or via Skype.There are no losers when it comes to mentoring at work and being mentored. With a little time investment, the less-experienced legal professional gains a wealth of knowledge that cant be found in the classroom. The professional mentor gets the satisfaction of paying it forward and learning in return. And the legal organization benefits by having more engaged employees, lower turnover and a core team of associates ready to succeed retirees.

Amazon wants Alexa to be your new coworker

Amazon wants Alexa to be your new coworkerAmazon wants Alexa to be your new coworkerDo you need an executive assistant who can stay out of sight and always be ready to complete your bidding at your command?Thats what Amazon is banking on when it announced its new Alexa for Businessservice at its annual Web Services conference last week. Using the location of your device and the company information youre willing to feed it, Alexa, the voice-controlled virtual assistant in Amazon Echo devices, can now book you a conference room, call the help desk, manage your work calendar, and order new printer paper.In the promotional video for its new service, Amazon imagines a world where companies manage thousands of employees shared Echo devices and employees go about their days speaking their requests out loud. You can say, Alexa, pull up last quarters sale report, and that report appears seamlessly on a screen without the presenter needing to click a mouse.At its best, integrating artificial v oice intelligence into your company will buy you back time you wasted on mundane tasks like finding an empty meeting room. In its testimonial about the service, office-sharing company WeWork said that having an Alexa to dim lights and set the temperature at the office simplified the everyday hassles of the workplace. I think that the more natural our interfaces become - the more they disappear - the better, WeWorkHead of Product Research Josh Emig told the Wall Street Journal.Alexa needs to eavesdrop to be the best assistantBut the drawback to making technology work assistants seem natural is that we forget who were talking to - if we treat it as a co-worker with a human name, we forget that its actually owned by one of the worlds largest corporations that benefits from receiving as much personal data as it can get on us to influence our choices.In order for Alexa to work, it needs to be listening to what you say - and that can be embarrassing or career-ending talk. Although Ama zon promises to delete specific voice recordings, you may naturally forget to censor yourself when you treat it as just another assistant.By making its personal Alexa device a professional one, Amazon is signaling that it wants its products to take over your workplace as much as it already has your home. If Amazon succeeds in making Alexa go mainstream at work, there will be a future where employees have Alexas making thousands of choices on their behalf. Have my A.I. schmelzglas your A.I. The real privacy and ethical questions will become making sure that these selected choices are the right ones.