Friday, May 8, 2020

Great Giveaway #4 Botanica Photographics, Olive Hope, Jessica Torres Photography!

Great Giveaway #4 Botanica Photographics, Olive Hope, Jessica Torres Photography! It’s Great Giveaway #4! Happiness sadness. Happiness that weve gotten this far (havent the packages been awestometastic, if I do say so myself?) sadness that theres just 1 day left. OK. Im over it. Lets commence with the happiness, shall we? Oh! In case you’ve just arrived, every day for this entire week I’ve had a package of products (yes, that means more than 1!) featured, all of which will go to that day’s winner. Each giveaway will be open for entries until 6/8, I’ll use random.org to announce all the winners on my blog on 6/9.   So if you haven’t already, head to this week’s earlier entries comment for your chance to win. Then, come back tomorrow for yet another chance. Fun, right?! Right! Now well commence with the happiness. Its a photo that looks like a painting thats printed directly onto a sheet of aluminum. Its so the future, Botanica Photographics is bringing it to ya. And because Im the host, it makes me instantly hip trendy, too. Even though calling myself hip trendy makes me automatically not. I can never win. But you can! With my contest. (Whew! Glad I brought that around). You can check out Mikes work on his website, tweet him on Twitter, fan him on Facebook. Oh yeah. Totally the future. photo by djkreutzer of http://www.hippyurbangirl.com Danette is so freakin hilarious, Id be remiss if I didnt print the product description she sent me for this giveaway: (1) Desi is made up of turquoise colored beads with a vintage look. She is one size fits most, and is uber comfortable. She is gorgeous, and loves to go out on the town! A little secret about hershe likes to be shown off dont break her heart and make sure you do. (2) Well Said Ring Dream Big. Inspired by reaching for the stars, living big, big dreams, not holding back, etc. Wearing this ring is an instant reminder to Dream Big. We are entitled to our Big Dreamsyou can declare that when you are wearing this ring! The ring is available in black and white and pastels. No wonder her clients say that her rings are like candy make me so happy cant have just one. Lucky winner you get two! You can always purchase more at the Olive Hope Etsy store, get to know Danettes awesomeness on her blog, Twitter Facebook fan page! Jessica lives in a small Idaho town outside Boise with one computer-geek husband, two rambunctious little boys, one adorable baby girl, her camera.   When shes not taking pictures, she works full time, go to basketball and T-ball games, reads stories to her kids, hikes around beautiful Idaho, reads a lot of books blogs, sews a bit, crochets a bit, rearranges furniture in her house avoids the laundry. With all that on her plate, Im thrilled she makes the time to share her talent! You are so gonna wanna check out her website, Etsy shop, Facebook Page Twitter feed! In order to enter the Great Giveaway #4, submit your comment that answers the following question: If you were forced to pick 1 activity that youd have to do every day for the rest of your life, what would it be? You have until 6/8 at 11:59p Eastern to enter with your comment for this every Great Giveaway this week (1 entry per Giveaway per person)! Winners will be announced on 6/9, but don’t forget to come back tomorrow to enter Great Giveaway #5 with prizes from Crafty Fanny Sweet Eventide! ********************************************************************************************************* Get Danielle LaPorte’s Nuggets of Genius in your own home, on your own time.   The Digital Firestarter Sessions from my “cult leader” have launched! What’s your Joy Equation? Find out with Molly Hoyne’s Pay-What-You-Can-Afford Program! I’ll be on the panel at Blog Out Loud 6 on Monday, June 14th at 7:30p at Tonefarmer (yes, Tonefarmer) in NYC. I’m there, it’s free, Fanny Jane is offering deliciousness there’s a goody bag. You’re so coming.

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Salesforce Resume Basics

Salesforce Resume BasicsA salesforce resume should be structured in a similar manner to that of a human resource manager. The top-level requirements and information for a salesperson's resume will be the same as that of a human resource specialist. You need to make sure that your resume is accurate and has all the relevant details included.A lot of people find it hard to write an accurate salesperson resume and often overlook the vital parts of a person's resume. In order to fully understand how to write a salesperson resume, you need to take a look at the duties that are asked of a salesperson. The Salesforce Human Resource Manager's resume are very similar in many ways to a salesperson's resume. However, a human resource manager's resume focuses more on skills and responsibilities rather than position.A Salesforce Human Resource Manager's resume has sections that cover the job titles that they hold, but in an extremely short format. This enables the salesperson to highlight their e xperience and expertise rather than their title. These salesperson sections should include experience and achievements that match the job. You can also highlight the level of involvement that you have had in the job.Salesforce provides plenty of opportunities for you to market yourself and demonstrate your ability. There are many sales opportunities that will require you to provide a sales presentation. A great way to showcase your abilities is to provide a short presentation using PowerPoint or video. The entire purpose of this section of your salesperson resume is to showcase your skills and showcase you as an expert.Another important salesperson skills section is the 'About Us' section. A well-written salesperson resume is essential because it allows the employer to understand how you work and understand the culture that you operate in. You will be required to provide details about who you are, what you do and how you can help the company. The use of bullet points is one way of h elping to demonstrate your ability to communicate clearly.There are a number of Salesforce skills that can be highlighted when it comes to the ability to promote yourself. It is recommended that you highlight the key elements of the Salesforce skill set that you would like to promote. However, you should make sure that you focus on the key areas that you will want to promote. This can also be used to illustrate what it is that you are doing for the company and to highlight your own expertise.Many people find it difficult to write a Salesforce resume, but in fact there are a number of things that you can do to help yourself to produce a highly-effective and professional resume. While it can take a little longer than others, it will pay off in the end.

Thursday, April 16, 2020

Job Layoff Survival Guide

Job Layoff Survival Guide The jobless rate in America is now about half of what it was during the Great Recession â€" 4.9% versus a high of 10% in 2009, according to figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Still, seven states saw big increases in their unemployment rates this past July. Job losses have been particularly pronounced in states with economies tied to the energy industry, which has suffered of late due to a drop in oil and gas prices. Additionally, big retailers like Walmart have been cutting jobs â€" the discount superstore announced plans to close 269 stores this year. If you think your job is at risk or have recently been laid off, “the first thing you need to do is breathe,” said Scott Bishop, director of financial planning at STA Wealth Management in Houston. Then, you need to make a plan to prepare yourself emotionally and financially before a layoff happens, so you can survive once it does. Here are some tips to survive getting laid off. Close Modal DialogThis is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. 1. Do a Financial Fire Drill Ideally, you need to take steps to prepare your finances before you lose your job. According to Donna Freedman, author of “Your Playbook for Tough Times: Living Large on Small Change, for the Short Term Or the Long Haul,” it’s a good idea to have a financial fire drill. Start by determining your baseline budget â€" the absolute minimum amount of money you need to cover basic costs, such as food, housing, utilities and debt payments, she said. Next, check the website of your state unemployment insurance agency to get an idea of what your weekly benefits will be. Doing this will help you figure out how much more money you’ll need from other sources, like savings, for necessities and how many nonessential costs you’ll need to cut. “If you find out just trimming the budget will help you with lost income, start doing it now and put that money in an emergency fund,” Freedman said. “Don’t let that money disappear.” If you think you’re getting laid off, your emergency fund should have more than six months’ worth of expenses saved in a money market account because it can take that long to find a new job, said Bishop. You can build savings if you’re married and your spouse works by living on the paycheck of the person with the more stable job, he said. You can also follow these steps to save at least $10,000. “When the time comes and you have this plan, you might find you’re doing just fine with less,” said Freedman. 2. Line Up Credit Although it’s not the ideal way to stay afloat during a layoff, relying on credit might be necessary. Because it’s easier to get credit when you have a job, Bishop said you should take steps to line up credit before you’re laid off. For example, you might want to open a home equity line of credit that you can tap if you need emergency cash. According to Bishop, if you can’t pay your bills when unemployed, you should use your credit cards before tapping your 401k or retirement account, which should only be used as a last resort. If you have to rely on money in your 401k, it’s better to take a loan than a distribution â€" which will be taxed at your regular income tax rate and subject to a 10% early withdrawal penalty. Be aware that you’ll have to pay back a 401k loan within a short period of time â€" usually 60 days â€" or it will be treated as a withdrawal. 3. Start Networking According to Bishop, you should start looking for a new job before you’re laid off. “Refresh that resume, get out on social media, go to networking events, join organizations,” he said. “Let people know you’re looking for your next opportunity.” If you are laid off and your employer offers an outplacement service, take advantage of it to get career counseling and other assistance. Or, consider hiring a career coach to help you weigh your options and make better decisions. “Think of it as an investment,” Bishop said of the expense. 4. Understand Your Employee Benefits You need to know what the status of your workplace benefits will be if you lose your job. “It’s hard to make good decisions at the time the layoff is happening,” said Bishop. Instead, you should be aware of what will be available and plan in advance. For example, employees should determine whether they will be able to continue getting health coverage under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA). This law requires employers with 20 or more workers to continue offering health coverage to those who lose or leave their jobs. However, former employees have to pay up to 102% of the cost of the health plan, so you might want to look elsewhere for more affordable coverage. Find Out: How Your Employee Benefits Can Help You Save Over $750 Every Month If you’re offered a severance package, you need to understand what you’re agreeing to in order to get a payout from your employer before signing anything, said Bishop. “A severance payment usually comes with three or four pages of things you can’t do,” he said. “Figure out if the value of what you’re getting in a severance agreement is worth what you have to give up.” For example, there might be a non-compete clause that will make it difficult to get a new job in your field for a period of time. You also need to know what impact a layoff will have on any stock options you might have or additional insurance coverage, such as life insurance, said Bishop. 5. Cut Expenses to the Bone If you didn’t reduce spending before a layoff, you’ll likely have to cut expenses dramatically when you do lose the job. According to Freedman, expenditures like restaurant meals, hobbies and nights out might have to be put on hold during this period. However, she cautions consumers not to ditch their internet service â€" they’ll need it to help find new jobs. Additionally, you should talk to your auto insurance agent to find out how much you’ll save by raising your deductible, dropping collision coverage â€" if your car is old enough â€" or keeping your vehicle parked in the garage because you won’t be driving to work daily, she said. You can also switch to a lower-cost phone plan and ask children which of their extracurricular activities are most important to them, as the rest might have to be put on hold. Freedman also recommends making a list of things you can sell to generate extra income during a layoff. For example, she once sold a plastic baseball figure on eBay for $1,200 when she was going through a divorce and hurting for cash. 6. Prioritize Bills When cash gets tight, you might need to prioritize which bills you need to pay first. For example, it’s better to push off a medical bill than a mortgage payment, said Bishop. Additionally, you should let lenders and service providers know about your financial situation before you miss a payment. “Once you skip a payment or two, and they send you to collections, all bets are off,” he said. You might be able to lower the amount you owe each month by taking advantage of programs for those in need. Freedman said she was able to get a reduced rate for utilities when she was at her lowest point financially. If you have federal student loans, you might be able to take advantage of income-based repayment plans to lower your monthly bill, said Bishop. 7. Get a Part-Time Job As you look for new full-time employment, you might have to take a part-time job to pay the bills â€" even if it’s not your preferred line of work. According to Freedman, if your unemployment benefits are about to end and you still haven’t found a full-time job, you shouldn’t turn up your nose at openings that are less than ideal. “You can’t let pride get a hold of you,” Bishop said. Along with reaching out to friends, family members and former bosses to see if anyone knows of an open position, you should take time to scour the online job boards for opportunities. You might even be able to find a job that lets you work from home, so you’re still available to attend interviews. A recent FlexJobs article showcased 35 companies that offer work-from-home jobs on a part-time basis, including About.com, Walden University, Rosetta Stone and Xerox. Accepting a job for the short term can help you cover expenses â€" and stay out of debt â€" while you seek out more meaningful opportunities. “Think of it as a lifeboat job â€" one that keeps you afloat until your real boat comes in,” Freedman said. 8. Take Advantage of Assistance Programs Government and community programs exist to help you through tough financial times. For example, you might be eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to help cover the cost of food. Freedman recommends calling 211 â€" which is the number for the community services clearinghouse in most areas â€" to find out what services are available near you that can help. She said you should explain your situation and be specific about what sort of help you need. However, you should take this step before you’re in dire straits, because assistance programs might require that you fill out forms and be entered in their systems before you can start receiving help, she said. Losing your job is a stressful experience. However, if you take the steps listed above to prepare your finances before a layoff, you’ll be able to deal better with the shock of losing your job. And, you’ll be more likely to stay afloat financially if you are unemployed by making the right moves and taking advantage of any assistance that’s available.

Saturday, April 11, 2020

Personality Characteristics Necessary For Working In Drug Rehab - Work It Daily

Personality Characteristics Necessary For Working In Drug Rehab - Work It Daily Not many people can have a successful career in the field of drug and alcohol rehabilitation and treatment because of the intense nature of this line line of work. People in recovery wrestle with individual demons on a constant basis, and those who work with them often become either too emotionally involved or too detached. Either one has its dangers, and it is difficult for those employed in drug abuse treatment programs to know where the essential lines should be drawn. Those who become too deeply embroiled in the problems facing their patients risk losing objectivity. Objectivity in others is something that is necessary for recovering addicts to have access to. On the other hand, those who become too aloof often convey a false sense of smugness and superiority to people they are supposed to be helping to overcome addiction. Nonetheless, working in the drug rehabilitation field can be immensely rewarding. Those who are successful experience a great deal of job satisfaction and often feel as if what they are doing makes a positive difference in the lives of others. Employment in drug abuse treatment programs is available at all levels as well as in many different areas. For instance, someone who strongly believes that nutrition plays a major part in healing and who has a knack for meal preparation will find a rewarding career working in the kitchen of a drug rehabilitation facility. Outdoor enthusiasts might find their calling in leading recreational programs designed to assist recovering addicts in the development of life skills and confidence. Becoming the administrator of a drug rehabilitation facility is the highest position that those who choose to work in the field can aspire to. Qualifying for this type of position requires education in medical administration as well as knowledge of drug rehabilitation programs. Other high-level jobs in the drug rehab field include chief-of-staff positions various department head jobs. The size of the facility generally determines the number as well as the quality of available positions. That doesn't mean that smaller facilities are inferior in any way, only that more opportunity exists at larger ones. A successful career in drug rehabilitation usually begins with college coursework in addiction studies. Students who are more interested in the administration aspect of the field then concentrate on education that equips them to work as facility administrators. Those who prefer to work hands-on with patients concentrate their studies primarily in the areas of counseling and psychology. Photo Credit: Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!

Thursday, March 12, 2020

Why Red Bulls Storytelling Strategy Makes It The Perfect Place To Intern

Why Red Bulls Storytelling Strategy Makes It The Perfect Place To InternThis Company Tells The Story Of Elite Athletes, E-Sports Champions, And MoreOnNew Years Eve of 2019, hundreds of thousands of people were tuning in to watchthe festivities in Times Square. And no, were not talking about thetraditional ball drop. Were talking about Tyler shinobi Blevins streaming Fortnite Battle Royalethe sensationalvideo game played, watched, and streamed billions of times since its launch in2017Acrossthe world, months earlier, on a snowy platform in South Koreas JeongseonAlpine Center, Lindsey Vonn, the most accomplished female downhill skier of alltime, is photographed in preparation for her 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympicrun.Whatdo these exceptional champions have in common? Their stories are told, at leastin part, by Red Bull. shinobi and Lindsey Vonn are just two of manyhigh-performing athletes in sports ranging from the traditional to the extremeunder the umbrella of Red Bulls sponsorship. Heresa look at Red Bulls unparalleled brand and marketing strategyand why thatmakes it the perfect distributionspolitik to intern.Red Bull Is A Brand Built On Amazing StoriesLindsey Vonn at the Olympics, as captured by Red Bull.RedBull is one of those brands thats so omnipresent, it can be easy to forgetthat they make energy drinks. Youll see their logo on Olympic athletes and NBAplayers plastered on half-pipes at the X-Games and even on the (literal)wings of stunt planes.RedBull has put its anthroponym on so many exceptional things that its hard not to associate the brand with theexceptional energy of its sponsored people and projects. Andthis is pretty great for its employees. Not only do they seek out and documentendeavors that they (and so many others) find awe-inspiring and noteworthy, butthey do so in a way that makes Red Bull a part of something greater than anenergy drink. Red Bull is now a part of the culture of exceptional people andunique accomplishments.Howdid they becom e a ubiquitous brand? Through tireless vorstellung sponsorship,groundbreaking visual media, and constant presence. By telling the story of alltypes of exceptional people, from gamers like Ninja to Olympians like Vonn andeven competitive lumberjacks like Matt Cogar (although he prefers the term timbersports),theyve done it in a way that can connect with everyone.Eventhings like the famous Red Bull Mini Coopers and other on-campus marketing arepart of the story.Thattype of excellence in media and storytelling makes the brand successful, yearafter year, despite stiff competition in the performance drinks market.Italso makes it the perfect place to start and grow your career.Why Red BullsStorytelling Excellence Makes It The Perfect Place To InternYou dont have to work in Red Bull Media House to benefit from the companys incredible media strategy.Many of the disciplines in Red Bulls internship program not only benefit from, but participate in, the incredible storytelling efforts. Red Bul l offers internships in Marketing, sale Distribution, Communications, Finance, andof courseMedia. 80percent of those internship offerings deal directly with telling Red Bullsstory to consumers, to fans, to anyone whos willing to listen. Whether yourefinding people in a store, on their computers, at an event, or watching TV,youre telling them a story.RedBulls breakthrough methods in brand building, marketing, media, and sales havemade them one of the most successful companies in the world. Interning withthis gruppe is an opportunity to learn from the best, and prove yourself on amajor stage.Plus,learning from Red Bull professionals means learning about recently pioneeredmethods that simply wont have made it to your marketing, advertising, andmedia textbooks yet. Learning the newest methods and philosophies will make youa better professional and a more desirable candidate when it comes to finding afull-time job.Needmore examples? Take a look at Red Bulls superb MediaHouse and Student Marketeer programs. Not sure which program to apply to? Start withtheir Wingfinder quiz, a personality and aptitude test that provides a full report of yourskills, weaknesses, career recommendations.Wantto learn more? Check out Red Bulls US internship program page.

Saturday, March 7, 2020

What Does Chapter 8 Interviewing for a Job and Resume Writing Notes Mean?

What Does Chapter 8 Interviewing for a Job and Resume Writing Notes Mean? Along with thoroughly reading the work description, it can be useful to compare the role requirements against your abilities and experience. Use action words to describe your job abilities and make each work description specific and productive. For instance, you may require a resume summary or a resume objective, but you shouldnt incorporate both. If youre asking for a job which has unique requirements, you might need another edition of your resume to totally demonstrate your qualifications. Top Choices of Chapter 8 Interviewing for a Job and Resume Writing Notes Example questions Here are a few extra questions that you may want to ask. There are are numerous tips for staying calm in a work interview which could help to reduce and manage your anxiety. When the interview starts, the secret to success is the caliber and delivery of your responses. One of the most significant causes of anxiety before a n interview isnt knowing what questions, a number of them are predictable. Some writers elect to talk about current work in the current tense. 1 advantage for employers to internet resumes is the substantial cost saving in comparison to traditional hiring methods. They can be used for a variety of reasons, but most often they are used to secure new employment. They may be organized in different ways. In case the client wants an individuals will remember, I give them one people wont ever forget. It may also be useful when youre seeking work in a field that differs from what youve done previously. Most men and women look at writing a resume as just something youve got to do to have a job. If you held a job for just a month or two, it may be better simply to list everything in conditions of years, and not include months. How to Get Started with Chapter 8 Interviewing for a Job and Resume Writing Notes? In place of or besides the true title, even a working title or an overview of the thesis contents or objective is helpful. Keep this in mind as you copy the examples above. Unless you happen to be a graphic designer looking for employment, theres no need to over think the plan of your one-pager. Prioritize the info supplied for each position starting with the most relevant and important details in connection with the job that you are applying for. You may also leave work off of your resume entirely. Your resume needs to prove clearly and concisely that youre the perfect candidate for the work prospect. You have to tailor your resume to each work application so that it responds to the particular demands of the job which youre applying for. You have to commit time into each application and be certain that your resume is tailored to every employer and the job which youre applying to. Learning interviewing skills and being fully-prepared will assist you in making a winning impression and find the job that you desire. Well, regardless of what stage y oure in your career, youre likely to should understand how to make a resume for a job interview and we are likely to demonstrate how Lots of people dont like their present job or career. As a college student or recent graduate, however, you could possibly be unsure about what things to put in your resume, especially if its the case that you dont have a lot of employment history.

Friday, January 3, 2020

How To Handle An Unhappy Employee - Spark Hire

How To Handle An Unhappy Employee - Spark HireImagine this scenario as a supervisor or HR professional an employee comes into your office and asks to speak with you privately. When they close the door and sit down, they divulge to you that they are very unhappy with their job at present, for any number of reasons. How, as their supervisor, superior, or member of HR support, should you field their questions, concerns, and even anger, in order to help them out?These situations can be complicated and difficult to understand, but as their superior, you should first seek to understand the entire situation, and then act. What are the underlying reasons for this employees unhappiness? Are they upset with their compensation? Do they believe their workload is unfair? Do they find it difficult to collaborate with their coworkers? Perhaps their unhappiness is stemming from something in their personal life, an unsupportive spouse or bills that are not being covered. As a supervisor facing this s ituation, be cognizant of which issues might require the presence of a human resources professional.When you have assessed the situation for the true cause, ask what the employee has already actively done in order to make their situation better. If they are struggling with a particular employee, have they approached this employee about their behavior and explained how it negatively affects them? If they feel stuck in their current position, have they looked at other openings within the company or actively pursued development opportunities that might align them with promotions? If they havent taken action on their own at this point, a gentle reminder to do so may be in order.Iftheyvealready exhausted other options, what can you offer them to help revamp their motivation and productivity? Depending on their specific needs, here are some ideas for offering them helpNew projects and tasks Perhaps its time for a shift within your team. When employees do the same tasks every day, they can become complacent about their levels of accuracy and efficiency and quite simply, they can become bored. You can most likely boost accuracy and productivity by shifting some tasks around within your team, putting new eyes and a new perspective on each task.Continuing education Can the company afford to send a few employees to a seminar or class about productivity or to learn a new computer program or other skill? If so, perhaps send your disgruntled employee and ask them to share about their experience when they return. Hopefully the time outside the office will be refreshing and the class or seminar will encourage them that they can excel in their job.Mentoring and professional development If the employee is genuinely concerned with moving upward and feeling like they have little way of doing that, offer them a few avenues. Maybe suggest having a mentoring relationship with someone in a position they admire. Or, offer other professional development opportunities such as seminars o r allow the employee to sit in on a meeting that may give them a higher level understanding of the company.Most likely, a discouraged or unhappy employee simply needs a new task, new perspective, or new goal in order to motivate them in their job. There are numerous ways this can be accomplished as a supervisor or HR professional, beginning with understanding the employees unhappiness for exactly what it is.Have you ever experienced a scenario like the one first described? What course of action did you take? Drop us a line in the comments belowIMAGE Courtesy of Flickr bySon of Groucho