Archive for March, 2008
Resume Tips To Land The Perfect Job
Your resume must always attract an employer’s attention at first sight. Hence make a best resume using some resume tips to land you your dream job
-Always use attractive titles and heading that match the job profile you want and a great way to do this would be to mention the job titles and skill headings clearly. Maintain the flow and the length of the resume and like a myth, you don’t have to follow the strict rule of writing a resume in one page. You can highlight the headings to make it more presentable
-Employers generally make snap judgments while reading your resume – and if they see an unrelated job profiles or titles or skills then they immediately assume that you are not qualified for the position. Don’t waste your time elaborating on your skills or the headings, as employers don’t have time to waste on each resume and determine whether you have the appropriate skill or experience which they are looking for. The design of your resume must showcase your skills, experience and education at the first glance. At first glance, employers must form an image about your skills and abilities.
-Your resume should be designed to attract the employer’s attention, but it should not be jazzy and should have the complete content and should include all your skills and abilities. These things may land you an interview, as well as determine your salary package that you may receive.
-Always use powerful words and statements to demonstrate or describe your achievements as well as your responsibilities. These points can grab an employer’s attention and elevate your image in front of him or her. The more you specify your positive points, the better. Use powerful words and phrases to control the images that the employers develop about you while reading your resume. Powerful words should match the job profile you are seeking.
-Learn and analyze the key words that employers provide in the advertisements or job descriptions, as this should be the key element in creating powerful and impact oriented resumes.
-Always try and understand and project the employers hidden needs through your resume like for example if an employer needs someone who can handle departments, accounting more efficiently then you should identify it and anticipate the full range of need and show that you can resolve it through your resume.
-Resumes should always provide a list of duties of each applicant without explaining the benefits of the skills to the employers like for example a secretary’s resume should state her typing speed and should also state how it could benefit the new employer. The real benefit of the employee should produce more work and also save the employer money.
-Your resume should create an image of you in front of the employer. When writing your resume, keep in mind the level of the job you are seeking and the salary you are expecting. Always use language according to the position you are seeking.
-Try and prioritize the content of your resume, as this is the most important mistake that is made by many job seekers. Always compile statements according to importance, relevance of the job you want.
-Always try and tweak your resume and cover letter as they can generate many more interviews for you. Try and place the heading to the left hand column for retail management positions.
Try and improve your resume as much as possible – after all, it’s the one that can get you an interview call.
By: Tony Jacowski
About the Author:
-Always use attractive titles and heading that match the job profile you want and a great way to do this would be to mention the job titles and skill headings clearly. Maintain the flow and the length of the resume and like a myth, you don’t have to follow the strict rule of writing a resume in one page. You can highlight the headings to make it more presentable
-Employers generally make snap judgments while reading your resume – and if they see an unrelated job profiles or titles or skills then they immediately assume that you are not qualified for the position. Don’t waste your time elaborating on your skills or the headings, as employers don’t have time to waste on each resume and determine whether you have the appropriate skill or experience which they are looking for. The design of your resume must showcase your skills, experience and education at the first glance. At first glance, employers must form an image about your skills and abilities.
-Your resume should be designed to attract the employer’s attention, but it should not be jazzy and should have the complete content and should include all your skills and abilities. These things may land you an interview, as well as determine your salary package that you may receive.
-Always use powerful words and statements to demonstrate or describe your achievements as well as your responsibilities. These points can grab an employer’s attention and elevate your image in front of him or her. The more you specify your positive points, the better. Use powerful words and phrases to control the images that the employers develop about you while reading your resume. Powerful words should match the job profile you are seeking.
-Learn and analyze the key words that employers provide in the advertisements or job descriptions, as this should be the key element in creating powerful and impact oriented resumes.
-Always try and understand and project the employers hidden needs through your resume like for example if an employer needs someone who can handle departments, accounting more efficiently then you should identify it and anticipate the full range of need and show that you can resolve it through your resume.
-Resumes should always provide a list of duties of each applicant without explaining the benefits of the skills to the employers like for example a secretary’s resume should state her typing speed and should also state how it could benefit the new employer. The real benefit of the employee should produce more work and also save the employer money.
-Your resume should create an image of you in front of the employer. When writing your resume, keep in mind the level of the job you are seeking and the salary you are expecting. Always use language according to the position you are seeking.
-Try and prioritize the content of your resume, as this is the most important mistake that is made by many job seekers. Always compile statements according to importance, relevance of the job you want.
-Always try and tweak your resume and cover letter as they can generate many more interviews for you. Try and place the heading to the left hand column for retail management positions.
Try and improve your resume as much as possible – after all, it’s the one that can get you an interview call.
By: Tony Jacowski
About the Author:
Tony Jacowski is a quality analyst for The MBA Journal. Aveta Solution’s Six Sigma Online offers online six sigma training and certification classes for lean six sigma, black belts, green belts, and yellow belts.
Writing a Cv; Tips for Success
Different countries have different opinions about the length a CV should be, but there is a general consensus nowadays that it should be condensed into a single page with both sides included. This is because the CV was never intended to be a full account of you as a person, but rather a brief summary of your key points in a style which is easy to read. It’s worth remembering that the CV won’t get you the job, but the interview instead.
To consider this from the employer’s point of view, they are only interested in whether you can answer the question of what you can do for them. Whilst concentrating on, ensure that your CV looks presentable, is well structured and has all the information an employer needs to put you through to the next stage. Make sure to include the following six paragraphs;
The first paragraph refers to your personal information, and should include your name, postal address, email address (preferred method of contact) and telephone number. Photos are optional and sometimes very useful, but be careful with other information. Details like marital status, age and health can actually be negative factors and its best not to include them.
In the second paragraph you should write a professional statement. This should explain the type of positions you are interested in, wrapped up in language that sells your particular skills, and ideally no longer than two sentences. You might also describe your career goals, but try not to be too specific or vague.
Following that, the next paragraph relates to your education. It’s usually clearest to list your experiences chronologically with the most recent first. Include information like the name of the institution, qualification and level of achievement, and any major courses. For most graduates, the lowest level of education included should be university or college unless higher education was never undertaken.
Work experience comes next, and again should be written chronologically with the most recent first. The company name, dates of work and position held are essential pieces of information. You should then expand on the details in additional sentences, explaining your main responsibilities and what you did on an average day. It’s a great chance to write about your skills and abilities with extremely positive language, and you should make the most of it. If you lack any paid work experience, make sure to include voluntary work instead.
The fifth paragraph pertains to your personal hobbies and interests, and is the other main chance to sell your skills to the employer. For those with little or no work experience, this section is the most important part of your CV, so time and attention should be given to it. Try to prove to the employer that you are confident as an individual but also a great team player, so include information like languages and instrumental abilities for the former, and memberships of sports clubs for the latter. You should also list any additional achievements and qualifications not earlier mentioned.
The last section to include is your references, and must be as objective as possible. The usual style is to include two referees, a professional and an academic. If a professional is not possible due to lack of work experience, a personal reference is possible provided that personal holds a respected job in society (teacher, lawyer, doctor, etc.) and is not a relative.
You should include their names and contact details, as you did in your own personal information, as well as their job position. For politeness, make sure to inform them ahead of time that they may be contacted from the employer.
As was described, a CV is a brief summary of experience and abilities and should aim to be easily absorbable to the employer. Any of these areas may be questioned in an interview so it’s vital to tell the truth, but feel free to use creative and positive vocabulary to enhance the overall effect and selling potential. Good luck.
By: Luke Holden
About the Author:
To consider this from the employer’s point of view, they are only interested in whether you can answer the question of what you can do for them. Whilst concentrating on, ensure that your CV looks presentable, is well structured and has all the information an employer needs to put you through to the next stage. Make sure to include the following six paragraphs;
The first paragraph refers to your personal information, and should include your name, postal address, email address (preferred method of contact) and telephone number. Photos are optional and sometimes very useful, but be careful with other information. Details like marital status, age and health can actually be negative factors and its best not to include them.
In the second paragraph you should write a professional statement. This should explain the type of positions you are interested in, wrapped up in language that sells your particular skills, and ideally no longer than two sentences. You might also describe your career goals, but try not to be too specific or vague.
Following that, the next paragraph relates to your education. It’s usually clearest to list your experiences chronologically with the most recent first. Include information like the name of the institution, qualification and level of achievement, and any major courses. For most graduates, the lowest level of education included should be university or college unless higher education was never undertaken.
Work experience comes next, and again should be written chronologically with the most recent first. The company name, dates of work and position held are essential pieces of information. You should then expand on the details in additional sentences, explaining your main responsibilities and what you did on an average day. It’s a great chance to write about your skills and abilities with extremely positive language, and you should make the most of it. If you lack any paid work experience, make sure to include voluntary work instead.
The fifth paragraph pertains to your personal hobbies and interests, and is the other main chance to sell your skills to the employer. For those with little or no work experience, this section is the most important part of your CV, so time and attention should be given to it. Try to prove to the employer that you are confident as an individual but also a great team player, so include information like languages and instrumental abilities for the former, and memberships of sports clubs for the latter. You should also list any additional achievements and qualifications not earlier mentioned.
The last section to include is your references, and must be as objective as possible. The usual style is to include two referees, a professional and an academic. If a professional is not possible due to lack of work experience, a personal reference is possible provided that personal holds a respected job in society (teacher, lawyer, doctor, etc.) and is not a relative.
You should include their names and contact details, as you did in your own personal information, as well as their job position. For politeness, make sure to inform them ahead of time that they may be contacted from the employer.
As was described, a CV is a brief summary of experience and abilities and should aim to be easily absorbable to the employer. Any of these areas may be questioned in an interview so it’s vital to tell the truth, but feel free to use creative and positive vocabulary to enhance the overall effect and selling potential. Good luck.
By: Luke Holden
About the Author:
Luke Holden is an experienced English teacher living and working in Beijing, and is the proud owner of two websites dedicated to helping students. AEnglish.net, a collection of learning resources and advice run exclusively by English native speakers and CVsolution.net, helping recent graduates by providing online work experience
Cruise Jobs – Five Tips for Getting Hired
How will I find my dream job on a cruise ship? Who will hire me? What do I need to know? Where will I get tips for getting hired? You will find the answers to these and other questions about working on a cruise ship if you read the following excerpts from Mary Fallon Miller’s book ‘How to Get a Job with a Cruise Line’. You’ll get to know how much they will pay you, what you’ll be doing and how long you will be doing it.
Imagine what it takes to operate a floating resort – a virtual city. That is what a cruise ship is. It employs experienced workers in over three hundred kinds of jobs to run this kind an enterprise. Here are some good tips for getting hired! Those people that are seasoned in the entertainment industry will be considered first – and then if you are proficient in such occupations as hospitality, tourism, restaurants and bars, teaching, childcare, sales, customer relations, gaming, marketing, fitness, health and beauty, medicine and healthcare, administration, banking, accounting and financial management, your skills will also be in demand.
Cruise lines hire dependable, competent people with outgoing, positive attitudes, students, career-changers, retirees – “people” people, who enjoy working with others. Your number one priority as a cruise line employee is to provide a safe, fun and memorable vacation experience.
To get hired on a cruise ship you need to: Know the players – Royal Caribbean International, Princess and Carnival are known as the ‘Big Three’, with the largest fleets in the industry. These employers should be at the top of your list. Choose jobs that interest you – Practice public speaking whenever possible, study a foreign language or get your CPR or Lifesaving Certification. Sell yourself – Apply early and often – but don’t pester the Personnel Office by phone. Send follow up letters and resume updates. Great tips for getting hired!
The cruise industry hires year-round and seasonally. Most employees work for a period of six to nine months with one to two months off. Many departments add staff for holiday cruises, and peak sailings through winter and spring. Doctors and nurses can find year round employment or assignments as brief as two to three months. Peak hiring times for youth counselors? Holidays and summer – perfect for students or teachers who love to travel. List your specific dates of availability (e.g. from May 15 to Sept. 1) so the Personnel Office knows how to schedule you.
The pay compares to good jobs ashore – plus you save a lot of money because most expenses are left behind. On board ship your room and meals are included. No more rent, grocery, electric, or gas bills! You can bank your salary and tips, or blow it all in ports of call. Sample current pay ranges: Casino Manager: $2,000-3,000 per month (revenue sharing.) Gift Shop Retail Sales: $1,000-1,500 per month (commission included.) Hairstylist / Beautician: $1,000-1,300 per month (tips included.) Shore Excursion Manager: $1,800 – $3,000 per month, plus commission.
If you really are interested in learning how to get a cruise ship job, you’ll need to know what you want to work at, find out who’s hiring, determine how to get hired, establish whether it is year-round or seasonal employment you’ll be involved with and how much they will pay you. Make a plan and stick to it!
Keith J. Valentine began his career at 16 in the Royal Air Force and has worked in the materials management and information technology industries for years. Now 52, he writes online articles about his experiences in the work force. For more on careers, tips and a free e-zine, please visit 101 Easy Articles at http://www.EasyArticles4u.com
By: Keith J. Valentine
About the Author:
Imagine what it takes to operate a floating resort – a virtual city. That is what a cruise ship is. It employs experienced workers in over three hundred kinds of jobs to run this kind an enterprise. Here are some good tips for getting hired! Those people that are seasoned in the entertainment industry will be considered first – and then if you are proficient in such occupations as hospitality, tourism, restaurants and bars, teaching, childcare, sales, customer relations, gaming, marketing, fitness, health and beauty, medicine and healthcare, administration, banking, accounting and financial management, your skills will also be in demand.
Cruise lines hire dependable, competent people with outgoing, positive attitudes, students, career-changers, retirees – “people” people, who enjoy working with others. Your number one priority as a cruise line employee is to provide a safe, fun and memorable vacation experience.
To get hired on a cruise ship you need to: Know the players – Royal Caribbean International, Princess and Carnival are known as the ‘Big Three’, with the largest fleets in the industry. These employers should be at the top of your list. Choose jobs that interest you – Practice public speaking whenever possible, study a foreign language or get your CPR or Lifesaving Certification. Sell yourself – Apply early and often – but don’t pester the Personnel Office by phone. Send follow up letters and resume updates. Great tips for getting hired!
The cruise industry hires year-round and seasonally. Most employees work for a period of six to nine months with one to two months off. Many departments add staff for holiday cruises, and peak sailings through winter and spring. Doctors and nurses can find year round employment or assignments as brief as two to three months. Peak hiring times for youth counselors? Holidays and summer – perfect for students or teachers who love to travel. List your specific dates of availability (e.g. from May 15 to Sept. 1) so the Personnel Office knows how to schedule you.
The pay compares to good jobs ashore – plus you save a lot of money because most expenses are left behind. On board ship your room and meals are included. No more rent, grocery, electric, or gas bills! You can bank your salary and tips, or blow it all in ports of call. Sample current pay ranges: Casino Manager: $2,000-3,000 per month (revenue sharing.) Gift Shop Retail Sales: $1,000-1,500 per month (commission included.) Hairstylist / Beautician: $1,000-1,300 per month (tips included.) Shore Excursion Manager: $1,800 – $3,000 per month, plus commission.
If you really are interested in learning how to get a cruise ship job, you’ll need to know what you want to work at, find out who’s hiring, determine how to get hired, establish whether it is year-round or seasonal employment you’ll be involved with and how much they will pay you. Make a plan and stick to it!
Keith J. Valentine began his career at 16 in the Royal Air Force and has worked in the materials management and information technology industries for years. Now 52, he writes online articles about his experiences in the work force. For more on careers, tips and a free e-zine, please visit 101 Easy Articles at http://www.EasyArticles4u.com
By: Keith J. Valentine
About the Author:
Keith J. Valentine began his career at 16 in the Royal Air Force and has worked in the materials management and information technology industries for years. Now 52, he writes online articles about his experiences in the work force. For more on careers, tips and a free e-zine, please visit 101 Easy Articles at http://www.EasyArticles4u.com
5 Baby Boomer Retirement Tips
Whether retirement is right around the corner, or several years down the road, it’s never too early, or too late, to start planning for your future. Some people feel intimidated by matters of finance, while others simply don’t feel comfortable with their knowledge regarding retirement planning. Make it a priority to learn as much as you can about your finances by reviewing the following essential 5 top baby boomers retirement tips.
It’s no secret that retirement can be expensive, especially with the rising costs of just about everything, which is why most experts recommend planning on needing anywhere from 70 to 90% of your current earnings after you retire to maintain the standard of living you’re accustomed to.
Here are the 5 top baby boomers retirement tips for those who are serious about planning for their future:
Start With a Definitive Plan
Start by noting your current standard of living and then examine whether or not you’re willing to make sacrifices, or if you plan to live just as you always have. Most people expect to enjoy the same lifestyle along with travel or vacation plans after retiring, but really have no true idea of how much money they’re going to need to actually do so.
A retirement calculator is useful for figuring out exactly what you will need each month to meet your goals. Either online or through your own calculations, use your current age, the age you plan on retiring, your current savings, and how much you need to live comfortably per year after retiring to get the final amount.
For solutions to your specific circumstances, seek out the advice of a professional, such as a financial advisor, your bank or union, as well as your employer’s human resources department. Ultimately, trust your own instincts and educate yourself before making any decisions.
Review Your Social Security Benefits
On average, the Social Security Administration (SSA) pays roughly 40% of one’s pre-retirement earnings after retiring. Earnings statements are usually mailed three to four months before your birthday that outline what you have paid in taxes, along with a summary of your estimated benefits depending on the age you retire. If you haven’t yet received any statements, contact the SSA to request one by visiting their web site at www.ssa.gov.
Learn About Your Employee Benefits
Any employee who is covered under their employer’s retirement plan is entitled to a clear explanation of their benefits and receive what is known as a summary plan description. Also remember to inquire about your spouse’s retirement benefits through their employer, or open a spousal IRA (Individual Retirement Account) for those who do not work outside of the home.
Contribute to a 401k
One of the most often overlooked of the 5 top baby boomers retirement tips are investing in a 401k, which is a tax-sheltered savings plan that your employer also contributes to. It is estimated that an entire quarter of all people who were offered the chance to participate in a 401k plan chose not to. If your employer doesn’t currently have any type of retirement plan in place, suggest that it start one as soon as possible.
Follow Through
Although a growing nest egg may be tempting during those times when you might need a little extra cash, it’s imperative to stick to your plan to avoid any withdrawal penalties, as well as falling short of your ultimate goal when you do retire.
By simply following these 5 top baby boomers retirement tips, it really is possible to retire the way you envisioned and truly enjoy your future without worrying about finances.
By: Dan Skriver
About the Author:
It’s no secret that retirement can be expensive, especially with the rising costs of just about everything, which is why most experts recommend planning on needing anywhere from 70 to 90% of your current earnings after you retire to maintain the standard of living you’re accustomed to.
Here are the 5 top baby boomers retirement tips for those who are serious about planning for their future:
Start With a Definitive Plan
Start by noting your current standard of living and then examine whether or not you’re willing to make sacrifices, or if you plan to live just as you always have. Most people expect to enjoy the same lifestyle along with travel or vacation plans after retiring, but really have no true idea of how much money they’re going to need to actually do so.
A retirement calculator is useful for figuring out exactly what you will need each month to meet your goals. Either online or through your own calculations, use your current age, the age you plan on retiring, your current savings, and how much you need to live comfortably per year after retiring to get the final amount.
For solutions to your specific circumstances, seek out the advice of a professional, such as a financial advisor, your bank or union, as well as your employer’s human resources department. Ultimately, trust your own instincts and educate yourself before making any decisions.
Review Your Social Security Benefits
On average, the Social Security Administration (SSA) pays roughly 40% of one’s pre-retirement earnings after retiring. Earnings statements are usually mailed three to four months before your birthday that outline what you have paid in taxes, along with a summary of your estimated benefits depending on the age you retire. If you haven’t yet received any statements, contact the SSA to request one by visiting their web site at www.ssa.gov.
Learn About Your Employee Benefits
Any employee who is covered under their employer’s retirement plan is entitled to a clear explanation of their benefits and receive what is known as a summary plan description. Also remember to inquire about your spouse’s retirement benefits through their employer, or open a spousal IRA (Individual Retirement Account) for those who do not work outside of the home.
Contribute to a 401k
One of the most often overlooked of the 5 top baby boomers retirement tips are investing in a 401k, which is a tax-sheltered savings plan that your employer also contributes to. It is estimated that an entire quarter of all people who were offered the chance to participate in a 401k plan chose not to. If your employer doesn’t currently have any type of retirement plan in place, suggest that it start one as soon as possible.
Follow Through
Although a growing nest egg may be tempting during those times when you might need a little extra cash, it’s imperative to stick to your plan to avoid any withdrawal penalties, as well as falling short of your ultimate goal when you do retire.
By simply following these 5 top baby boomers retirement tips, it really is possible to retire the way you envisioned and truly enjoy your future without worrying about finances.
By: Dan Skriver
About the Author:
To learn more about the Baby Boomers retirement and the challenges they face, please click “baby boomer retirement”. Dan Skriver is a writer and editor for Hello Boomers Magazine, covering all subjects related to the Baby Boomers retirement.
