Coming Soon JobMob Reader Appreciation Week

Coming Soon JobMob Reader Appreciation Week 4 The first ever JobMob Reader Appreciation Week will take place during December 2009. What is JobMob Reader Appreciation Week? JobMob Reader Appreciation Week (JRAW 2009) will bea special week of eventshere on JobMob, all dedicated to giving back to you and the rest of the JobMob Community in thanksfor your ongoing support. When will be JobMob Reader Appreciation Week? I'm still nailing down the final details but it looks like it will begin eitherin the 2nd or 3rd week of December. What will happen during JobMob Reader Appreciation Week? So far, planned events include:eval A live questions answers chat A contest with prizes The launch of some new community featureshere on JobMob A special podcast of job search success stories featuring current and former JobMob readers And more… Would you like to be featured in the special podcast? If you found a new job in the past 12 months â€" anywhere in the world â€" and can share how you did it for the benefit of others, I would very much appreciate if you could contact me by November 30th (next Monday). I'm looking to record people speaking 5-10 minutes each and then compile theresultsinto an inspiring, motivational podcast of job search success. Thank you in advance. Stay tuned for final dates and more information soon…eval

What is it like to buy a mattress over the internet

What is it like to buy a mattress over the internet E-commerce is a billion-dollar industry and its increasing popularity has created a win-win situation for both the seller and the buyer. Today, we have everything available online and bed mattress is no exception. A mattress is not something that we purchase every week or month. More often than not, customers buy a mattress with one-time purchase mindset, and its easy to see why they go the whole hog when it comes to choosing the right one for their bedroom or commercial use. While there are many pros of buying a mattress online, on the flip side, one simply cannot ignore the cons as well. This article will walk you through some pros and cons of buying a mattress in Gold Coast or elsewhere online, so that you have necessary information to make an informed choice.  Pros  Convenience Buying a mattress or anything else online is highly convenient. The buyer does not have to leave the comfort of his/her home to shop around for mattresses. All it takes is a few clicks to compare prices with different sellers and place the order then and there. Most sellers offer Cash on Delivery option, too, to ensure customers peace of mind and winning more prospective buyers over to their services.  Variety When you decide to shop online, you have simultaneous access to various online stores, which implies extensive variety at your disposal. You may sift through various categories or sort the selection by size, design or price. This makes your shopping experience quick and there are bright chances of you finding the best match.  Best Offers Its a fact universally acknowledged that best deals and offers are only found on the internet. No brick and mortar store has enough profit margin to sell their products at a cheaper price unless its a stock clearance or the store is being dissolved. Further, if you buy a mattress during festive season, you are more likely to avail of heavy discounts.  Delivery Assistance When you buy a mattress online from a reputed store, you need not pay extra towards shipping cost. The service provider will take care of it. This means that you are saved from the hassle of transporting the mattress from the store to your home. There are limitless benefits of buying a mattress online; however, its not possible to cover all of them in this article. So, lets now take a look at cons of buying a mattress online. Cons  Limited Access to the Commodity When you shop online, you have mere visual access to the commodity. This is a major setback when buying a mattress, because your decision of choosing a mattress greatly depends on the feel you get by touching it. Also, the visual access that you may have is also restricted to what seller wants you to see. This is the main reason why only sellers of high-quality mattress in Gold Coast have managed to grow and win their customers trust by offering what they promise. Obviously, a reputation once built reaps eternal benefits. As long as you have a reliable online seller at your disposal, you should only focus on the pros and let others, who are dealing with a shady supplier, think about the cons. Buying a mattress online is a true delight for busy professionals. Free your spine and choose the easy way: the beauty of online shopping lies in the convenience of placing order while at work, travelling or lying on a couch within the confines of your home. All you need is an internet-enabled device and a clear vision of what you want. Image credits. Main.  Mattress.

Getting a job in Government and Politics

Getting a job in Government and Politics So you’re able, you’ve got a list of experience as long as a freight train and a genuine interest in the sector. But you know that getting in is not going to be easy. Speakers at the recent ‘Getting into Government and Politics’ sector event run by Student Careers and Skills at the University of Warwick mentioned some common pitfalls â€" so by reading this blog, you’ll be more likely to avoid them and to improve your chances of getting in. Common Pitfalls: You give up at the first disappointment You don’t really know how you fit in You have insufficient experience, or can’t explain why your experience is relevant Your cover letter sounds like a robot wrote it You give up at the first disappointment Finding out that you’re not considered good enough for something is, for most of us, pretty horrible. But the big graduate schemes in this area, such as the Civil Service Fast Stream or National Graduate Development Programme for Local Government, keep no record of failed applications. In fact they are typically very positive about people who have done other things between graduation and applying (again). So don’t give up if you fail the first time â€" you’ll have more experience the next time and your next application could well be stronger. Many smaller organisations have more students interested in internships or entry level positions than the number of positions, so being sanguine about organisations saying ‘no’ (or not responding at all) will help you to keep going until you get a ‘yes’ (or even a hopeful-sounding ‘maybe’). You don’t really know how you fit in Are you a party animal, ready to toe the line of your chosen political party through thick and thin, willing to take responsibility for making the decisions, and prepared to work extremely hard to get noticed or even elected? Or are you more interested in being involved dispassionately in the political process, and prepared to work hard to make government policy work even if you aren’t always entirely personally convinced it’s a good idea? Or do you want to be involved in the political process because you have a burning desire to have a positive impact on a specific issue such as gender equality, human rights, environmental protection or social justice? If you know which of these questions you can provide the most convincing answer for (or  most want to give a convincing answer to in the future) then you will be developing relevant experience. You will be more likely to be able to promote your experience in a way that makes sense to the organisation you are hoping to work for . You have insufficient experience, or can’t explain why your experience is relevant You’re unlikely to get paid work in a political party if no-one has ever seen you doing the unglamorous jobs like knocking on doors at election time, or be considered by a think tank or pressure group if they can see no evidence of previous involvement with the topics or issues on which they focus. Staff profiles on organisation websites and biographies on Linked In can help to identify what sort of skills and experience would help you to get in. Some of the larger graduate schemes don’t mind about the context in which you developed the skills they need. But they are very clear about which skills or competencies they are looking for, and their expectation to see specific examples of where you have used them. So if you know what skills your favoured employers need, you can either be confident in examples from your previous experience, or think about ways to develop what they are looking for. Your cover letter sounds like a robot wrote it Of course relevant experience is vital. Of course a strong academic record will help enormously. If you can also find a way during the application process to convey genuine enthusiasm and give a real flavour of your personality, you are more likely to attract an employer’s interest. So. Know how you fit in, be tenacious and persistent. Develop your experience and understand what is important about it and let something of your personality shine through in your applications. And good luck!

Life Hacks For Body, Diet And Mental Health This Summer -

Life Hacks For Body, Diet And Mental Health This Summer - The sun is up, the sky is blue, it’s beautiful and so are you The onset of summer is a hopeful time of year, full of promise and vitamin D-powered energy spikes. It’s the perfect time to pick up a new hobby and kick that harmful habit. The best part? You don’t need to upheave your entire schedule to get in on the action. Want to be fitter, healthier and happier? Join the club and implement these easy life hacks this summer. Check out these life hacks for a healthier body and mind. Life Hacks For A Healthier You The body Kick the gym That’s right. Unless you have the cash to burn and a serious erg addiction, exercising at the gym should be considered a second-class session. Instead of paying your June membership, consider hitting the streets or your living room floor instead. You’ll burn more calories pounding pavement that you would on the treadmill, and suffer fewer injuries doing push-ups at home than working the weight machines. Plus, your purse will thank you. A pound for every pound Need some extra incentive to follow your exercise regime? Put a pound, dollar or euro (because I don’t know where you’re reading this from!) in a jar for every successful workout you complete. When the jar is full, use it to buy yourself a treat â€" whether that’s a new dress or a particular video game you’ve been hankering after. Peacock power Still rocking those old workout togs your mum bought you back in 2010? Do yourself a favour: invest in some comfy kit that’ll make you feel as good as you look. If you can’t wait to put your workoutfit on each morning, you’re that much more likely to actually get your sweat on too. The diet Fresh start Every morning, before breakfast and after you’ve struggled out of bed to your alarm, down a glass of lukewarm water mixed with lime or lemon juice. As well as kick-starting your metabolism, this tasty concoction will help purify your liver, improve digestion, boost your immune system and lower blood pressure. It’s also a great source of potassium, calcium and magnesium. For extra pluses, add cayenne pepper, organic apple-cider vinegar, cinnamon and/or ground ginger. Hot stuff! Get chili with it Getting creative in the kitchen? Add chili or ginger to sauces. Research shows that the capsaicinoids found in chili peppers boost energy expenditure by up to 50 kcal a day. Remember: it all adds up. Ginger, meanwhile, has been proven to reduce muscle soreness by a quarter when consumed. What a relief! Get wet Well, not really. But staying hydrated is important. Without water, humans can survive a maximum of three days; even mild dehydration causes symptoms of fatigue, headache and low mood, while more chronic cases can cause digestive issues and weight gain. Still can’t get those two litres in? Get yourself a large bottle and ist it on your desk. Consume one through the mornig and one through the afternoon. Voila! You are sufficiently bathroom-bound to function as a human should. The mind Stay no to the snooze Love a weekend lie-in? Do your brain a favour and try to rise at the same time throughout the week, whether it’s Monday or Sunday. Getting too much sleep can be as bad as too little, and will make most people sluggish for the rest of the day. Do the sensible thing and keep training your body for that 7 AM alarm. Drop the deadweight No, I’m not talking about that extra inch around your waist. A natural side-effect of growing up in the narrowing of your friendship circle. You have too many responsibilities â€" to family, to partners, to friends and to work â€" to burn time on those unworthy of it. Make sure the people you give up time for are worth the spend. Drop the moaners, the drainers, the slackers and uncarers. Surround yourself with real friends and reap real rewards. The five-year plan It cvan be easy to fret and stress over every little thing. Next time something gets to you, sit back and ask yourself this simple question: “Will I be worried about this in five years’ time?” If the answer is ‘no’, check your response. Short-term annoyances are two-a-penny in life; learning to differentiate between what is a real concern and what a fleeting distraction is key to your mental happiness. Whether it’s your fitness, diet or thought patterns that need a little TLC, looking after yourself should be at the top of your agenda for the coming months. Implement the above quick-fixes and you’ll be well on the way to a healthier, happier you. This guest post was authored by Inspiring Interns  Inspiring Interns is a graduate recruitment  agency  which specialises in sourcing candidates for  internships  and giving out  graduate careers advice. To  hire graduates  or browse  graduate jobs, visit their website.

When to Read a Hans Resume Writing Review

When to Read a Hans Resume Writing ReviewYou've probably heard the many positive comments about Hans resume writing reviews. These are the best articles on creating a new resume to succeed. But are these really the best?Some people have stated that certain author's books do not contain any useful information at all. As with all of the other articles written by these authors, you are not going to find any better advice or tutorials online than what they offer. It is to be expected that some of these books may get the job done for some people but will not work for others.In any case, if you are thinking about seeking out the services of a professional resume writer, it would be wise to investigate each book before making your decision. Then, keep in mind, even though some books may be valuable and beneficial, you still need to determine which books may work best for you. In the end, this is the only way to get a good value for your money.You may want to check out the specific issues th at they may cover such as, reworking. In addition, make sure they understand the kind of people who use the internet and the differences between them. While all resume writers would be able to find what they were looking for, you want to be sure that you find the best one that works best for you.One thing to look for when reading a Hans resume writing review is whether or not the author understands why you might need to change up the way you present yourself. If you do, it will likely be the best choice for you. If not, it may be best to focus on other aspects such as, choosing the right words and style.Also, you need to know that your future prospects can see all of your previous work. They can find your mistakes and learn from them. This is important because if they were to interview you in the future, they may see how well you prepared for the job.If you do not provide the correct information, you can be easily spotted. A Hans resume writing review can help you see the different situations that come up when you are trying to land a new job. If you know the reasons why you did not succeed, you can overcome these challenges and come out with a very successful career.A Hans resume writing review can show you all of the best tips, tricks, and techniques that can help you achieve success. It can also help you put your training into practice. As a result, you can feel much more confident about landing a great job when you get it.

What To Put In Your LinkedIn Summary Section

What To Put In Your LinkedIn Summary Section Your LinkedIn Summary is too important to leave blank. And a couple of short sentences wont cut it either. Get ideas and inspiration on what should go in this important section of your LinkedIn profile. Why Your LinkedIn Summary Is Important When it comes to writing your LinkedIn Summary, short and sweet isnt the best strategy.   In fact, it may be hurting you. This section seems to be used by LinkedIn to evaluate skills and other keywords. (LinkedIn doesnt share its algorithm, but experts have tested and experimented with this section and found it to be important.) LinkedIn did report  (in 2017) Having 40 words or more on your summary ensures you show up in search results and people with at least five skills listed on their LinkedIn profile receive up to 17x more profile views. Long ago, Human Resources would have to wait until the job interview to learn about you. But today, they can read your LinkedIn profile.  This section is your opportunity to highlight your skills and experience. And you can go deeper than this. Explain your motivation, what drives you, or what you are known for. Even if you choose NOT to use this section to share insight about yourself, others will. And because theyve provided more information, the recruiter or HR rep gets a better sense of their fit. What Should You Write Your Summary is kind of like your pitch where you answer the question tell me about yourself. Humans are curious creatures and you can use your summary to answer questions about who you are. You have 2,000 characters, use them wisely. Write in the first person First things first. Write your summary in the first person. Use I, me and my. It is your profile, you are writing it so use your own voice and personal pronouns. Format for easy skimming Make your summary easy to skim. (No one reads anything anymore.) This means short paragraphs, white space, clear subsections. The first two lines are key Only the first two-three lines are viewable without having to click show more. Use these lines to convince the reader they need to see more. You can do this by talking about the problems you solve for companies, the solutions youve implemented, or a teaser of some sort. Avoid including information they can already see when looking at the top of your profile (city, your headline, education, or last job and employer). Tell your story and inject your personality Dont be generic or vanilla. Use your own story to highlight what makes you different. What obstacles have you overcome? What was a defining moment in your career? Why did you choose your career? Show. Dont just tell One of the best features of your LinkedIn Summary section is the ability to embed files. Video, weblinks, photos, and pdfs.  This means you can show samples of your work. If youre comfortable, why not include a video and explain your career that way? Get more tips here. Write about yourself like you are a business Use the same logic businesses do when writing web content. They provide a compelling reason to do business with them. They talk about the problems they solve, what makes them different (and better) than the competition and how they are unique. They use SEO (search engine optimization) strategies to make sure someone searching for their service will find their page. Include a list of keywords At the end of your summary, include a list of keywords. This is the perfect opportunity to interject work processes, skills and technology you want to get in there without having to worry about using them in context. Introduce the list with the words Key Skills or Expertise Include your contact info You may choose to include your contact information (email and/or phone number) to make it super-simple for people not connected to you to reach out. If you are actively job searching, this can make it easier for recruiters to contact you. Want more help maximizing your LinkedIn profile? Check out this 20 point checklist. LinkedIn Summary Samples Dont copy these. Use them to generate your own amazing profile. A special shoutout to Meg Guiseppi, Ed Han and Virginia Franco. (There are hundreds more great examples in my network, but I had to stop somewhere.) Meg Guiseppi, Executive Resume Master Ed Han Virginia Franco, Executive Career Storyteller LinkedIn Do you need more help with your LinkedIn profile? Be sure to check out some of these articles: Fix Your LinkedIn Headline Today Whats the Best LinkedIn Headline for an MBA Candidate? New LinkedIn Features You Should Know About

Why Some Millennials Cant Find Jobs and What They Can Do About It - CareerEnlightenment.com

Why Some Millennials Can’t Find Jobs and What They Can Do About It LinkedIn 7 Facebook Twitter 7 Google+ The unemployment rates for millennials are higher than those in other age groups. This up-and-coming generation is shaping how we think about work, and yet they are struggling to find jobs.The modern workplace needs them to gain experience and take the places of previous generations, and yet they seem to experience many stumbling blocks when trying to enter the job market.Expectations may be too highThere is an idea that millennials are overconfident about what they can expect. They want the higher pay that comes from more responsibility without first getting the experience they need. This overconfidence could be affecting their potential.If millennials don’t find a ‘dream job,’ they may get discouraged and stop looking. They may not even think of looking for a job opportunity at a company like Walmart, for example, because they don’t realize how much they can progress and grow once they have a foot in the door.Work ethic, ability t o take responsibility and critical thinking are skills that are likely to draw the attention of employers and create new opportunities. Like many other large companies, Walmart has plenty of opportunities for advancement. It is looking for software engineers, data scientists, entrepreneurs, merchants, and technologists.Mismatched skillsMillennials are facing a demand for new kinds of skills and education. Many of them are well educated, have skills and are ready to find employment. However, they often lack the most basic workplace skills such as an ability to communicate and organize.They may have focused on theoretical studies and be highly qualified and yet not have the work skills that come with experience. Employers want to experience and recruiters emphasize that hiring managers usually believe college graduates are not ready for the workplace.For those who have just graduated, this may make them feel getting a job is impossible. To get that all-important experience, they may h ave to take on a position that is not ideal, but they should do this at a company where there is potential for growth.Today many free online courses exist that millennials can take to train themselves in key areas important to employers. Finding a mentor to help teach them the skills they need is another option. The more initiative they show in learning and trying to further their careers, the more likely employers are to be impressed. Mentioning any kind of paid work experience, even if it was freelance, can be helpful.The wrong focusMillennials may focus on what they need from the job, rather than on how employers will benefit from employing them. In an interview, they will speak about their education, themselves and what they expect from the job.It’s better to focus on the benefits they can provide to the employee, such as an ability to solve problems or save money for them. This focus should start with the cover letter and continue in the interviews. In a cover letter, they sh ould introduce themselves and then outline their understanding of the role and the organization. They should make a pitch for their vision of the role and why they would be great at it. Want to Read More Articles Like This One?Sign up here to receive weekly updates from Career Enlightenment, and never miss another powerful job searching tip! SUBSCRIBE! You have Successfully Subscribed!We hate spam too. Unsubscribe any time. A competitive, crowded labor marketEmployment opportunities are limited, and most adults agree that it is much harder today for young people to get jobs. This is due to a variety of different factors such as the higher prices of a college education, the economic crash less than a decade ago and a wider skills gap which creates difficulty in finding an entry point.Millennials need to increase their employability. They have graduated in a difficult economic environment. They need to think about developing skills in new emerging professions in fields like health care, IT, finance and energy. It is in these fields that they can build a foundation for a successful career.Some of them are prepared to go back to graduate school, but trade schools and certificate programs also give the opportunity to retrain and transition into a different field. They are also less time consuming and costly than graduate school.Negative attitudesAnxiety, doubt, fear, and frustration are just some of the emotions experienced by millennials who are battling to find jobs. This can prevent them from being open to new possibilities.If they are positive, engaged and focused, they are more likely to find opportunities to grow, even if they start in a fairly menial position. No-one wants to be an assistant, but at least it’s better than not having a job at all and the way the job is done may just draw the attention of someone in leadership and open up new opportunities.Student debtStudent debt is often a crushing burden for millennials. This debt puts pressure on them and may keep them stuck in a low-paying job with no prospects where they just survive rather than fulfilling their potential.Careful planning can help them to take a step forward at a time without losing hope. Staying informed about the job market, keeping tabs on what skills they need to develop and staying positive can help them to make progress.Activity on social sitesActivity on social sites can work against millennials. Employers may have a very different idea of what’s appropriate on social media to them. It’s a bad idea to post a job interview on social media unless social networking is part of the job description and they have something positive to say.While most students keep their resume up-to-date when looking for jobs, they may be less careful about taking potentially damaging content from their social media accounts.However, social media can also be used by millennials to increase their chances of being employed. Employers who see a professional profile on LinkedIn and read great content posted by a potential employee will receive a favorable impression.Just because everyone agrees that finding a job is difficult for millennials and there are no guarantees, doesn’t mean it isn’t worth the effort. Follow these tactics, keep thinking positively and be open to every possibility.