How to Write Your Resume Effectively

How to Write Your Resume EffectivelyThe reason I have been writing a lot lately about what to do when writing the information you will have on your resume is because I was talking to a writer friend who told me that he used to get an application and write his resume for some of his favorite authors. Here is the interview question: 'What kind of effort did you put into these resumes?' My answer was that it was like doing research. Yes, he has researched some of the best writers who write the best resumes, but he also tried to look at as many different examples as possible to see which writer would fit best.Writing a successful resume does take work, but it isn't just about doing research. It is also about finding what you like and putting all the pieces together. When I wrote the book I found that a few of the writers had great email addresses so I emailed them and asked for samples. I read several samples and used them in the application and in my sample letter. Then I filled out all the info and sent it off to my agent for their review.So now that you know what to do when writing your resume the next step is to write the info that you really know. It is important to make sure that this info is positive. For example, you don't want to give up too much when it comes to family related information, but you do want to show that you are an asset to your future employer.It helps to know what you want to accomplish when you apply for a job, and to be well prepared. This means that you need to know your strengths and weaknesses, so you can address those areas in your application. You also want to know what you would like to say about yourself that others will find interesting. It also helps to know what you have to offer your prospective employer, so when you start writing you can think about what you can do to make yourself the best applicant possible. If you know this, then you can come up with a cover letter that will show your talents, and you can then focus on fin ding the best writer to write your resume.If you already know what you are applying for, you can also sit down and go over your CV and find ways to make you look like a good candidate. This doesn't mean that you need to be perfect, but you do want to do the best job you can. It helps to know what to expect and to look for these things in other resumes.Finally, I would like to end this article by telling you what to do when you are looking for a job search and where to find the information you need. First, don't be afraid to ask around for advice. Many people will tell you to talk to your boss, but that advice shouldn't be forgotten when you are just starting out.In the end, it's okay to start your job search from the beginning. It is a good idea to talk to other people, but a job hunt in the beginning can be stressful. So if you are ready to get started, then I recommend starting with your resume and having a goal in mind. This will help you stay focused and you will be ready to mov e forward.

Taking a Lunch Break Helps Productivity, Creativity, Morale

Taking a Lunch Break Helps Productivity, Creativity, Morale Most of the time, lunch doesn’t really feel like that big of a deal. If we’re able to take a lunch break, we generally feel glad, and enjoy a short respite from the craziness of the workday. Often though, we lunch at our desks, or on our feet, unable to take the time to sit down and eat, even just for a few minutes. Still though, what does it really matter? Well, here are a few surprising facts about lunch breaks that might inspire you to pay a little more attention to how you spend this time. 1. Lunch breaks help employees feel valued, and this might be a little extra important for female employees. A recent study from TINYpulse of 400 workers seemed to suggest that women might care more about lunch breaks than men. It indicated that women who worked for companies that encouraged employees to work through lunch were more likely to want to leave their employer within the next six months than those who worked for companies where they were able to take lunch breaks. Men, on the other hand, were more likely to intend to quit if they were given the break. The real reason for these results though could be that women generally feel less valued by their employers, and necessitating them to work through lunch was just one more straw on the camel’s back. Lunch breaks help employees feel valued, and this is a little extra important for women living in a culture that often makes them feel underappreciated. 2. Eating outside is good for business. Research has shown that creativity is heightened when people step away from the office and take a break, and this becomes increasingly important the more hours people work. Stepping outside for a lunch that involves a bit of time in nature can help people be more creative, which will allow them to find solutions to problems more readily. If companies, or individuals, wish to maximize their lunches, getting away from the office, and preferably spending a bit of time outside, might be the best way to go. 3. You may be legally entitled to your lunch break. The U.S. Department of Labor provides information on the minimum length of meal periods required for employees in the private sector. A lot of states require at least a 30-minute break for employees within a shift lasting around eight hours. Meal and rest breaks are your right as an employee, so be sure you know the specifics of these laws in your state, and aim to follow them. They exist for good reason. 4. Even when we do take lunch breaks, they’re very short. A survey conducted by OfficeTeam helps to illuminate the reality of the modern lunch hour. Not surprisingly, it’s not an “hour” at all. Nearly half, (48% of workers surveyed indicated that they take 30 minutes or less each day for lunch, and almost one-third, (29%) said that they work through their break. Office culture can sometimes make us feel like it’s a good idea to skip lunch, that it will help us get more done. But, in reality, taking a break instead could help you be more successful. 5. Working through lunch might not help you get home earlier. It might seem like working through your lunch hour will allow you to get out of the office earlier. But that probably isn’t actually the case. We humans need breaks. If we don’t get them, our productivity is diminished. It’s counterintuitive in some ways to think that taking a break could help you get your work done more quickly, but lunch breaks make you more creative and healthier. They refresh your energy, and could lead you to be more productive overall. In the long run, taking a lunch break might just help you get more done in less time. And, that would be good for business as well as for individual workers. Video Player is loading.Play VideoPlayMuteCurrent Time  0:00/Duration  0:00Loaded: 0%Stream Type  LIVESeek to live, currently playing liveLIVERemaining Time  -0:00  Playback Rate1xChaptersChaptersDescriptionsdescriptions off, selectedCaptionscaptions and subtitles off, selectedAudio TrackFullscreenThis is a modal window.Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window.TextColorWhiteBlackRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyOpaqueSemi-TransparentBackgroundColorBlackWhiteRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyOpaqueSemi-TransparentTransparentWindowColorBlackWhiteRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyTransparentSemi-TransparentOpaqueFont Size50%75%100%125%150%175%200%300%400%Text Edge StyleNoneRaisedDepressedUniformDropshadowFont FamilyProportional Sans-SerifMonospace Sans-SerifProportional SerifMonospace SerifCasualScriptSmall CapsReset restore all settings to the default valuesDoneClose Modal DialogEnd of dialog window.PlayMuteCurrent Time  0:00/Duration  0:00Loaded: 0%Stream Type  LIVESeek to live, currently playing liveLIVERemaining Time  -0:00  Playback Rate1xFullscreen More From PayScale: 5 Ways to Fake Confidence Survey: 76% of Workers Are More Productive Outside of the Office Real Work-Life Balance Starts With Your Boss

Quick Tip Secret to Easier Networking - Work It Daily

Quick Tip Secret to Easier Networking - Work It Daily Do you get a pit in your stomach when you have to network? That’s your mind telling you you’re doing it wrong! Networking isn’t about selling yourself like an over-bearing salesperson using high-pressure tactics to close the deal. It’s about engaging people in meaningful dialog that makes them respect and trust you â€" the two things you need to start a positive, powerful professional relationship. What is the secret to easier networking? Next time you hit a networking event, either online or in-person, be sure to do the following: Research the event to identify problems the audience would be interested in discussing. Ask people about their work and how they are trying to address these problems. Use your own problem-solving experiences to add to the conversation and show how you both are on the same side in terms of want to be part of the solution. Watch this video where I explain how to make networking easier in just two minutes. Networking doesn’t have to be something you dread. Just learn to focus on how you can give to those you network with and you’ll find it much more gratifying. Your Next Step School teaches you everything except how to get the job. You must invest time in learning the right way to job search. I just finished four new training videos for you - they're all about executing an easier job search in this economy. My videos are completely free and I'm confident you're going to find them useful. The link to access the first one is below. WATCH VIDEO NOW ? Image Credit: Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!