Motivating Employees from Other Cultures

Motivating Employees from Other CulturesMotivating Employees from Other CulturesMotivating Employees from Other CulturesDifferences in cultural values require extra skill when attempting to motivate changes in behavior. Managers need to accurately interpret the situation and konzeption a strategy that fits an individuals values and needs. This process is fairly straightforward when working with people of similar backgrounds, but is much more difficult when attempting to understand and motivate employees whose values and backgrounds may be different from your own.The three steps listed below will help you design motivation strategies that are culturally aware and, therefore, useful in your efforts to maintain a harmonious and productive multicultural workplace. InterpretationsEffective behavior change begins with accurately interpreting why an individual is involved in undesired behavior. Understanding why a person behaves in a particular way makes it easier to modify that behavior. F or example, it is common for managers to misinterpret the speaking of a foreign language in the workplace as a sign of laziness, rudeness and disrespect. In fact, most often, using another language is an effort to communicate a job-related message accurately, a sign of extreme stress or fatigue or an effort to speed up the communication process.You might be wondering, How can I possibly know enough about cultural differences to accurately interpret all the different behaviors I may encounter? The answer is simple Ask. Ask the employee why he is late for work or why he failed to get the job done on time. If you do so with respect, you gather valuable and accurate information that will help you motivate the change you desire.ExpectationsExplain your expectations in a way that can be understood by someone who was not raised in US culture. You would be surprised how often employers and managers fail to explain what they want and why they want it. Immigrant workers are rarely formally in structed in the values of US culture and even less often in the desires of US management.Explaining what we want from others is not easy. Often, the most familiar procedures, policies and expectations are the most difficult to articulate. One example is the need for team members to voice their problems and complaints. A noncomplaining staff could be a hindrance, because you do not have the information you need to solve problems.Many immigrants have a great deal of respect for their managers and feel it is inappropriate or a sign of disloyalty to complain. Your employees will never know what is expected of them until you take the time to spell out that you need to know about problems to do your job well and that a good employee brings difficulties to the managers attention.Positive ReinforcementReinforce desired behavior. Most of the time, this is simple. Notice that workers are doing what you want and praise them for it. When it comes to motivation across cultural boundaries, howeve r, this step becomes a bit tricky.Behaviors such as expressing problems or admitting lack of understanding can be difficult to reinforce because there is the temptation to shoot the messenger. It is understandably difficult for managers to praise the worker who arrives bearing news of a missed deadline or a broken piece of equipment. Even though it isnt easy, try to distance yourself from the problem long enough to praise the staff member for keeping you informed and to encourage him to continue to do so.Another problem with reinforcement is the danger of taking certain behaviors for granted. US managers, for example, may not realize how difficult it is for non-English speakers to consistently speak English in the workplace and will, therefore, fail to compliment them on that effort. Try to be aware of behaviors that are easy for you but may be difficult for others. People are different, but they all respond to kind words and thoughtful praise.

Using Resume Buzzwords to Get an Interview

Using Resume Buzzwords to Get an InterviewUsing Resume Buzzwords to Get an InterviewTheres one thing we can guarantee a recruiter will bedrngnisice in the time they take to review your resume. Not your resume header, or the length of your resume. Its not even your name or personal website. What recruiters notice no matter what when they look at your resume is simple language. More specifically, your use of language.Recruiters are looking to see key competencies on your resume. The way you package these will influence both the recruiters perception of you as a worker (which inevitably will affect whether or not youre called for an interview) and how you fair in comparison to others. So how can you use buzzwords to your advantage? See below. Buzzwords to avoidEveryone optimises the buzzwords they include on their resume unfortunately, this has led to many words being misused and overused. More than 2,000 hiring managers indicated that overused buzzwords make them disengage with an app licants resume. Looking at them, the reason behind their negative impact is clear theyre fluff, they have no actionable meaning. Examples of the worst-offenders include Best of breedGo-getterThink outside of the boxGo-to personResults-drivenDetail-orientedTeam playerBottom-lineHard workerStrategic thinkerThese descriptors are frivolous without evidence to back them up. And if you have the evidence, you probably dont need to say youre a team player as the evidence should speak for itself.You might be a go-getter, but what does that mean for the business? What have you done that shows thats who you are? Merely describing oneself without any proof is the fastest way to leave a poor impression on your recruiter. Believe me, recruiters have said it time and time again be specific. Detail-oriented Weve all seen detail-oriented at some point in our career. Whether thats been in your career guidance textbook in school or on your resume in the past, its up there with the most common phrases included on a resume. The logic is technically sound. Recruiters are looking for people who pay attention to the details, right?While youre not necessarily wrong, lets consider the old saying The proof is in the pudding.In this case, the proof of being detail-oriented should be apparent in your experience (your career pudding, shall we say). Rather than tell the hiring manager youre detail-oriented, show them thats what you are. When it comes down to comparing someone who evidenced this characteristic versus someone who merely stated it, the former will get you called for an interview. So, be detail-oriented and showcase work that reflects that.Tip Instead of describing yourself as detail-oriented, use more impactful language. Youre attentive to business needs and have reflected this by reducing costs by X %, for example. In his program manager resume, Tobias describes pitching revolutionary health technology to the Clintons.Theres no need to state that hes detail-oriented in his re sume in light of this. We clearly see hes meticulous in his work.Team player Without collaboration, businesses quickly become ineffective and fall short of their goals. Recruiters look for people who will add to the dynamic of their employee environment and mesh well with others work styles. While this is true, the hiring manager isnt looking for a team player. Lets start off with what impression being a team player leaves on the recruiter. Team players generally avoid confrontation, they concede when faced with any opposing opinion, they make sure everyone is happy (on the surface), and rarely disrupt the status quo. Does that sound like an employee youd like to hire? The reality is, team players are followers not growers. Recruiters are more interested in those that will make positive changes in their organisation. After all, if they needed nothing to change, there wouldnt need to be someone new hired. Again, the proof is in the pudding argument is relevant here too. Rather than d escribe yourself as a team player, include examples of where you have worked well in a team. Perhaps you have experience working on a project team or something similar. This is where that experience will shine. In Aarons real estate resume, he describes collaborating with trustees to Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary.With prior experience working on a team that went on to exceed goals as shown, there was no need for Aaron to describe himself as a team player. Not only is it evident to the recruiter, but they see how this trait can benefit their organisation.Hard Worker I dont think theres a company in the world that is looking for lazy workers. Describing yourself as a hard worker is up there with writing resume on your resume header or closing your resume with references upon request. Youre stating the obvious. Not only does this take up valuable space, its adding white noise. The recruiter hopes youre a hard worker thats a given. What they dont know, and what your resume should be showing them, is how youre a hard worker. What is your impact?On his account manager resume, Maximillian describes his work with AIESEC where he implemented a digital sales system that increased sales by 100% for the organisation.With this, recruiters at Amazon got to see his dedication to volunteering projects and their success. This easily translates into hard-worker without having to use those words directly. Alternative ways to use common buzzwords Sometimes, you may find yourself in a circumstance that you need to include a (common) buzzword on your resume. This is most likely to occur when applying to organisations that use ATS (automated tracking systems). Some organisations configure these systems to scan for buzzwords when compiling a list of applicants. The best strategy for this is to use buzzwords that are included in the job description and turn them into subsections on your resume. For example, Paula included being independent as one of her strengths as this was so mething fhigkeit employers were looking for on her ecommerce resume. Using action words on your resume Action words are used to describe your impact in previous roles. The typical action words people think of when putting their resume together are increased and decreased. While these are everyones bread-and-butter, there are alternatives you can choose from too. Alternatives to increased Augmented Boosted Improved Strengthened Doubled Widened (profit margins) Raised Cultivated (new sales) Alternatives to decreased Reduced Slashed Cut Shrunk Minimized Curbed Halved Using buzz and action words effectively Your buzzwords and action words should add value rather than be the value on your resume. Rather than throwing down flashy words in an attempt to cover up a lack of experience or some other shortcoming, buzzwords and action words should enhance what you already have. Buzzwords are most relevant in your personal summary whereas action words come into play when describing your previous experience. Personal summary These are used to introduce who you are to an employer especially when making a career change or entering your first job. You can use the following formula to craft your personal summaryDescription of current status with an interest in Industry / Role youre applying to hoping to improve skills of hard soft skills. A personal attribute worker motivated by aspect of company culture.Buzzwords come in when describing your personal attribute. See a comparison of a well-used buzzword personal summary versus a poorly executed personal summary below.Effective use High-school student with an interest in computer applications hoping to improve my skill in Python, JavaScript, and A/B Testing. A dedicated worker motivated by independent work and personal freedom (with guidance) in tasks. Ineffective use High-school student with an interest in computer applications hoping to improve my skill in Python, JavaScript, and A/B Testing. A worker motivated by independent work and personal freedom (with guidance) in tasks. As seen in the above example, buzzwords are best when used to enhance your description rather than pad it out. Previous Experience Action words should be used to describe the manner in which you carried out your duties and to enhance the achievement youre mentioning. Its important to quantify your past-achievements in conjunction with your action words too. Previous experience without action words Involved in 5-person team responsible for quality assurance of sold products each day. Previous experience using action wordsSpearheaded a 5-person team involved in quality assurance of sold products each day. Using resume buzzwords and actions words on your resume Recruiters come across many of the same buzzwords on applicants resumes. Sticking to the norm in this case will likely cause them to disengage and overlook your resume for someone else. The best way to enhance your resume is to use buzzwords sparingly and match them to the job description when mentioned. Using action words, recruiters can get a better sense of your previous experience and you can show your initiative. To see how others have applied these tactics, check out successful resumes from people who have gotten hired at Spotify, Amazon, Verizon, and more. Dean OReilly Psychology student with keen interest in academic research. Currently exploring the world of marketing distribution and content creation with to help people get closer to the job of their dreams. Read more about my journey to on Fast Company or Gay Times.Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *CommentName * Email * Website Subscribe now for moreSee more great content and inspiring examples of resumes done right each month. Subscribe Youre subscribed Latest posts See all posts by Eric D. Halsey The Resumes of Chernobyl by Eric D. Halsey 4 Ways Creativity Can Improve Your Resume by Katherine (Tori) LutzHow to Create a First Year Elementary School Teacher Resume

What Matters Most in a Job Offer

What Matters Most in a Job OfferWhat Matters Most in a Job OfferWHAT MATTERS MOST IN A JOB OFFERAside from salary, workers cited the following as the most important factor when considering a job offer*TOTALGENDER MALEGENDER FEMALEAGE 18-34AGE 35-54AGE 55+ Vacation time/paid time off26%24%27%22%27%29% Corporate culture/work environment24%25%23%21%23%29% Career advancement potential 21%24%19%30%22%10% Work-from-home options 11%9%12%10%12%10% Professional development/training opportunities 9%11%8%14%8%6% Other 9%8%10%4%8%16%

I spent 60 minutes with a billionaire yesterday, heres what I learned

I spent 60 minutes with a billionaire yesterday, heres what I learnedI spent 60 minutes with a billionaire yesterday, heres what I learnedYesterday, I sat down with Graham Weston, the co-founder of Rackspace, a company which recently went public in 2008, and in 2016 was purchased and taken private by Apollo Global Management LLC. I was introduced to Weston by super-connector, Joe Polish, who is the founder of Genius Network.Selling Rackspace made Weston abillionaire.Since stepping away from Rackspace a few years ago, Weston has focused his energy and attention on the city of San Antonio, where he lives.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moraHes created a start-up incubator calledGeekdom, where people pay $50/month to have access to the co-working space and community. Weston has personally invested hundreds of millions of dollars into San Antonio to re-energize the city and make it more of an neuheit and technology-driven city.San Antonio IS Westons start-up now.While other people are trying to start a company, Weston is trying to scale the entire city of San Antonio.This is a different level of thinking.So how did he do this?BelongingFirst, he understands that human beings have an innate need to belong. Maslow put belonging as essential on his hierarchy of needs.But people dont simply want to belong anywhere.Yes, they need to belong. They need to feel needed and valued.But ultimately, people want to belong to a winning team. If you feel that the team youre on isnt moving forward, then that has a negative impact on your entire identity and perspective.From Westons perspective, the purpose of work and the best way to energize a group of people ishelp them feel like a VALUED MEMBERof a WINNING TEAMon an INSPIRING MISSIONWeston is, for sure, a capitalist. But hes not motivated by money. Hes motivated by purpose. Hence, the inspiring mission.You can get people really excited to work when they feel theyre a part of something important and inspiring, Weston said.The Power of2Weston loves a particular book?- ?Powers of Two. The book is about the innovative pair of working in twos. Consider the examples of John Lennon and Paul McCartney, or Marie and Pierre Curie, or Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak.Working in twos is more powerful than working solo?- ?no matter how introverted or creative you are.The best creative work is collaborative. Even people you think work solo have scores of advisors and people who help them make their work happen.Weston applies this principle to EVERY area of his life. He has advisors or collaborators in everything he does.Billionaires think in terms of WHO, rather than HOW.Rather than trying to do everything themselves, billionaires find experts and specialists who are brilliant at what they do and get immediate help.This is a very different mindset than were taught in public school and in society in general. People are gener ally taught to figure things out, rather than collaborate and innovate.An UpgradedMindsetThe human brain is highly adaptive and always changing. When you change your behavior, you change your personality. Over time, your brain develops new neural connections and networks, and you have a new brain. You also have new memories of the past, since your past is always reconstructed based on your present circumstances and brain and perspective.When you begin surrounding yourself with billionaires, and people who think much bigger than the typical person?- ?you start to have many of your core assumptions of life and possibility peeled-away like layers of an onion.Your subconscious doesnt really know how to handle what its grappling with, because what youre learning is forcing you to un-learn everything youve been conditioned to think and do.People who grow in success often become highly skilledthinkers and strategists?- ?as well as visionaries and leaders who can inspire and motivate others to build. This doesnt mean they dont have brilliant technical ability.In fact, they likely have a higher degree of technical ability than their counterparts, the experts and specialists they begin hiring and mann an ihrer seiteing with.However, they literally have a new and different brain?- ?one wherein they have a much harder time getting caught in the weeds of technical creation. They think much differently, broadly, and at scale.They have the eye and ability to do the technical work, which allows them to determine if the work being done is good.But they stop doing it themselves.Their time is worth 100 or 1,000X if they dont do the technical work anymore. As a result, they build several partnerships?- ?small teams of two or so in several different areas of their life.This allows them to get their brilliance?- ?their ideas and thinking?- ?into a collaborative synergy and their partner creates it. Over time they get good at creating the right partnerships with true experts who are the best in the world at what they do. They can make a much bigger impact and do far more by partnering, over and over.The FearThe thing is?- ?most people dont have this skill nor do they have this confidence.Who are you to get other people to do your work for you?It doesnt have to be this way.Again, people want to be valued members of winning teams on inspiring missions. You shouldnt assume that people hold the same values as you. As long as people are doing work they personally love where they have freedom and autonomy, as well as a high degree of responsibility?- ?they will love what they are doing.In fact, theyll feel stoked and honored to be a part of the project.We live in the GIG -economy. Jobs shouldnt be viewed as jobs, but projects. Even Weston, who is spending hundreds of millions and decades re-building and transforming the city of San Antonio views it as a project, not a job. And there are several different projects within the project.There are tons of different projec ts.How are you doing at building partnerships?Are you maximizing your strengths and superpowers, or burning yourself out trying to do everything?ConclusionWithout question, billionaires think differently than the masses. Weston and others are literally trying to improve cities.They think in terms of partnerships.They understand what makes people tick?- ?and its clearly not carrots and sticks. Its being a valued member of a winning team on an inspiring mission.This is the essence of transformational leadership?- ?inspiring individuals to buy-into a powerful future and feeling valued and supported and excited to be involved.Ready toUpgrade?Ive created a cheat sheet for putting yourself into a PEAK-STATE, immediately. You follow this daily, your life will change very quickly.Get the cheat sheet hereThis article originally appeared on Mediums The Startup.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven wor ds you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

New Article Reveals the Low Down on Presumed Father and Why You Must Take Action Today

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Recruiter Top 10 Books to Drive Your Professional Success

Recruiter Top 10 Books to Drive Yur Professional Success Welcome to Top 10, Recruiter.coms weekly rundown of the bestof the best in recruiting Every Friday, we release a list of some of our favorite people, things, and ideas dominating the industry. From awesome tech tools and cool companies to great books and powerful trends, no stone in the recruiting space will be left unturned.This WeekTop 10 Books to Drive Your Professional SuccessReaching your professional goals isnt easy and if it is, you may have your sights set a little too low.That being said, you can make it easier by leaning on the insights of experts. Theres a wealth of knowledge out there. You dont have to reinvent the proverbial wheel every time youre trying to negotiate a higher salary or convince your coach that youre the right person for the promotion.Todays installment of Top 10 is dedicated to 10 books that contain some of the most valuable professional knowledge out there. If you want to take your career to the next level ASAP, its time to pick up and read.1. Breaking the Rules and Getting the Jobby Angela CopelandIf you frequent this website, you may already be familiar with Angela Copeland, whose columns we publish on a weekly basis. If so, you know that Copeland favors a simple, direct style of career wisdom. While some professional gurus cloak their advice in thick layers of jargon and needless complexity, Copeland tells you up front what you need to know to get ahead.Breaking the Rules is particularly useful for those who want to improve the outcomes of their job searches. It focuses on practical steps you can take to catch the eyes of interviewers and really wow potential employers. If youre tired of being at the mercy of job boards and unresponsive hiring managers, start here.Read it.2. What You Arent Seeing The Inspiring Story of Herb Greenbergby Patrick SweeneyHerb Greenberg is the CEO and founder of talent management consulting firm Caliper. He lo st his eyesight at the age of ten, and in What You Arent Seeing, readers learn how Greenberg turned this life-changing event into a chance to uncover his full potential.The book traces Greenbergs life from his early days in Brooklyn to the founding of Caliper, but its mora than just a great biography which it truly is. Each chapter culminates in a psychological insight drawn from Greenbergs experience. Taken as a whole, these insights present readers with robust guidelines for living like a leader. As far as mentors go, few are as experienced and accomplished as Greenberg. While you may bedrngnis be able to convince him to meet up over coffee once a week, What You Arent Seeing is the next best thing. Read it.3. 7L The Seven Levels of Communication Go From Relationships to Referralsby Michael J. MaherThe case for why you should read 7L is pretty much right there in the title Some of the most powerful aids you can have on your professional journey are sterling referrals from trustwor thy sources. If you want to get those referrals, you have to know how to nurture strong relationships with others. Those relationships require communication, and 7L is all about communication.The book helps you learn how to transition from the old style of selling (find a list, make a phone call, hope you get someone, then hope to set up an appointment) to working with others to help them build their businesses. In return, they help you build yours, says Steve Turner of Solomon Turner PR. Since I have been following these strategies in the past six months, I have given out dozens of referrals. Our firms sales have also doubled.As an added bonus, 7L is written as a story, following a down-on-his-luck professional named Rick Masters as he gets back on his feet with the help of some valuable advice. That makes it a heck of a lot more interesting than your average career-oriented book. Read it.4. Getting To Yes Negotiating Agreement Without Giving Inby William Ury and Roger FisherNo ma tter what line of work youre in, you need to know how to negotiate. Whether you want to make a sale, get a raise, or just convince a colleague to help you out with something, negotiation skills are going to come in natel at some point. Getting to Yes is the ultimate negotiation text, offering a step-by-step strategy that you can employ in virtually any conflict.We are constantly negotiating in business, and you have to always keep in mind what your best alternatives are and be ready to walk away, says Paige Arnof-Fenn, founder and CEO of Mavens Moguls, who nominated Getting to Yes for our list.Truer words have never been spoken.Read it.5. The Courage Solutionby Mindy MackenzieEveryone in the corporate world, from the CEO to the security guard out front, wants to change something about their company, says the summary of The Courage Solution. But rather than waiting around for that change to happen, the book argues, you have to own that change and make it happen yourself.That may sou nd like its easier said than done, but The Courage Solution will show you just how to enact the very changes you want to see in your organization (or in your professional life more generally). Through taking ownership of your career, transforming your relationship with your boss, cultivating positive relationships with peers, and building more effective teams, you can alter your company and your life for the better. In The Courage Solution, Mackenzie teaches you how to do all this and more.Read it.6. Sales Management.Simplified.by Mike wingertDont let that title full you even if youre not in sales management, theres a lot you can learn from this book. Dont believe me? Taylor Dumouchel of Peak Sales Recruiting says that Sales Management. Simplified. has helped everyone in her office.Although this book may seem specific to one industry, it can provide insights across all industries, Dumouchel told us. This book tops my list because it encourages leaders to take full responsibility f or the performance of their teams, gives no-nonsense tips for world-class sales management, and roots it all in real life-stories.If you want to someday become a leader, you need to start acting like one now. Let Weinberg help you with that.Read it.7. Essentialism The Disciplined Pursuit of Lessby Greg McKeownBut wait isnt career success about having it all? Why pursue less?Because its better to be great at doing a few things than it is to be alright at doing a lot of things.McKeowns book is all about The Way of the Essentialist, which replaces the I have to do everything mentality with the pursuit of the right thing, in the right way, at the right time.The premise of the book is that the path to attaining success and maintaining your sanity is to focus on the essential and ruthlessly eliminate the rest, says avid groupie Marissa Russell, a career coach who runs The High Achieving Woman. As a solopreneur, it is so important for me to focus on what matters most instead of taking on more than I can handle. This book has been invaluable in helping me to accomplish the highest-impact tasks I have while simultaneously being able to maintain peace of mind.Read it.8. Love Is the Killer Appby Tim SandersAccording to Love Is the Killer App, the secret to success is becoming a lovecat a kind, intelligent person who shares their knowledge, network, and compassion with others. Perhaps that sounds a little pie-in-the-sky for you, but fear not Sanderss bestseller isnt some New Age nonsense. At its core, its a book about how to be a better networker. The advice you receive from this book might be unconventional, but youll definitely walk away with a better handle on how to network than you ever had before.I recommend this book because its a quick read, but also because it teaches people how to network in a way that doesnt feel icky, says Sharon DeLay, owner of BoldlyGO Career and HR Management. It gives very helpful information about how to approach people, what to say, an d what not to say. It also makes the point that networking is less about asking people for something and more about building enduring, helpful relationships. Read it.9. The Freak Factor Discovering Uniqueness by Flaunting Weaknessby David J. RendallEveryone tells you that if you want to succeed in business, you have to overcome (or at least compensate for) your weaknesses.Except David J. Rendall. If you ask him, hell tell you that you should amplify those weaknesses. According to his philosophy, what makes us weak is what makes us strong, and what makes us strange is what makes us exceptional.Dave believes that we should take inventory of our natural stronger traits (sometimes considered to be weaknesses) and harness those for a more satisfying existence, says Tricia Lucas, cofounder of Lucas Select, Inc. Focus on what is naturally good about yourself instead of focusing on efforts to become mediocre at something someone else is telling you to be better at. We are taught from an ear ly age to work on areas of weakness in order to conform to normality. Dave tells us to break that mold and embrace the freak within.Though it seems counterintuitive, it makes a lot of sense when you really think about it. There are probably a million people out there who share your strengths. But your quirks and eccentricities? Those are what make you unique. If you know how to leverage those, you can become truly irreplaceable.Read it.10. Team of Teams New Rules of Engagement for a Complex Worldby General Stanley McChrystalIn our hyperconnected, highly globalized world, the agility of small groups matters more than ever. At the same time, large organizations have reach and resources that are also necessary for success in the contemporary business climate. In Team of Teams, General Stanley McChrystal draws on his experience leading the Joint Special Operations Task Force against Al Qaeda to propose a strategic business framework that combines the best of both worlds the power of lar ge companies and the speed of small startups.But even if youre not running a startup or sitting in the C-suite at a multinational corporation, Team of Teams will be a powerful read for you. Its exploration of transparent communication and decentralized authority will teach you a lot about how to take charge of your career while still fitting into your employers bigger vision. (A big thanks to Jim Whitehurst, CEO of Red Hat and the author of The Open Organization, for nominating Team of Teams for our list.)Read it.mc_embed_signupbackgroundfff clearleft font14px Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif /* Add your own MailChimp form style overrides in your site stylesheet or in this style block. 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15 Tips to Help Older Job Seekers Age-Proof Their Resumes

15 Tips to Help Older Job Seekers Age-Proof Their Resumes15 Tips to Help Older Job Seekers Age-Proof Their ResumesHow to Age-Proof Your Resume15 tips to help older job seekers highlight their skills, not their ages.Searching for a new job is challenging, regardless of how old you are. However, if you are 50 or older, you may face some additional hurdles.According to a recent study by AARP, 76 percent of older workers blame age discrimination for their lack of confidence in finding a new job. Their concern is justified. Government data shows that age 55-plus job seekers typically face substantially longer periods of unemployment compared with those job seekers between 20 and 24.If you are concerned about facing bias during the job search, dont panic. There are many things you can do to showcase the skills and experience youve earned during your career. The following tips will help you age-proof your resume to help you stand out from the competition and land the right job.1. Focus on y our recent experienceThe further along you are in your career, the less relevant your earlier work experience becomes. Employers care most about your recent work that matters for the roles theyre filling, not your experience from 15 or mora years ago. As a result, give more detail about the positions youve held in the past 1015 years that are related to your current job search and say less about your earliest jobs.2. Eliminate older datesRemove the dates related to work experience, education, and certifications if they fall outside the 15-year window. While you may want to consolidate older work experience in a separate section or a Career Note, including the dates of employment is unnecessary. Similarly, its important to share your credentials on your resume, but the employer doesnt need to know you earned your MBA 17 years ago.3. Limit your resume to two pagesMost recruiters spend less than 10 seconds reviewing a resume before deciding if the candidate should receive further consi deration. With so little time to make the right impression, its important to streamline your resume to two pages. Focus on using this space to highlight your recent work experience and accomplishments that best match your current career goals.4. Avoid the jack-of-all-trades approachAlthough you may have held numerous roles throughout your career, your resume shouldnt be a laundry list of everything you have done. Focus on tailoring your resumes content to support your current career objective, rather than providing a generalized summary of your entire work history.5. Optimize your resume with keywordsSeventy-five percent of all verbunden applications will never be seen by human eyes thanks to the hiring bots, which are software programs known as an applicant tracking system (ATS). Their job is to collect, scan, and rank an employers inbound applications. To improve your resumes chances of making it past this digital gatekeeper and on to a human for review, make sure your document in cludes the appropriate keywords. If a word or schlagwort repeatedly shows up in the job listings youre interested in, incorporate unterstellung terms into your resume.6. Upgrade your email addressOlder workers sometimes are seen as lacking technical savvy. Dont give employers a reason to believe you might fit this stereotype. Ditch your old AOL or Hotmail email account for a free, professional-looking Gmail address that incorporates your name.7. List your mobile phone numberIf youre still listing your landline on your resume, its time to mobilize your contact information. Only list your cell phone number on your resume so you can control the voicemail message, who answers important phone calls from recruiters, and when.8. Join the LinkedIn bandwagonLinkedIn is a valuable platform for connecting with others in your industry and uncovering new job opportunities. Its also an important place to advertise your candidacy to prospective employers. In fact, a study by recruiting software pr ovider Jobvite found that 93 percent of employers admit to reviewing candidates social network profiles regardless of whether the candidates provided that information.If youve avoided using LinkedIn in the past, nows the time to create a profile that supports your career goals. Then, customize your LinkedIn profile URL and add it to the top of your resume to ensure recruiters find the right profile for you.9. Showcase your technical proficienciesThe fact that you know how to use Microsoft Office is no longer noteworthy (unless your role requires advanced knowledge of Excel). Show employers that youve kept up with the latest tools and platforms related to your field. If youre in a non-technical profession, create a small section toward the bottom of your resume that lists these proficiencies. If you realize theres a skill or tool outside your wheelhouse thats routinely appearing in the job descriptions youre targeting, check out sites such as edX, Coursera, and SkillShare to find fr ee or low-cost online courses.10. Add one space after each sentenceNothing screams over-40 like two spaces after a period. The rule of two spaces after each sentence originated back when we used typewriters for regular communication. A typewriter used monospaced typesetting, where every character on the keyboard is given the same amount of space on the paper. The extra space was needed between sentences to make it easier to see the start of a new sentence. However, with the advent of the digital age, this practice is no longer necessary. In fact, it will flag you as an older and less tech-savvy applicant in the process. Unless you are typing on an actual typewriter, you should place only one space after a period.11. Customize each online applicationSmall tweaks to the content of your resume can make a big difference in determining whether your online application reaches a human being for review. Before you submit another online application, re-evaluate your resume based on the job p osting. Then, make small edits to customize your resume so that it clearly reflects your qualifications for this specific role.12. Ditch the objective statementAvoid using a run-of-the-mill objective statement thats full of fluff and focuses solely on your wants and needs. Instead, replace it with your elevator pitch. In a brief paragraph, known as a professional summary or executive summary, explain what youre great at, most interested in, and how you can provide value to a prospective employer. In other words, summarize your job goals and qualifications for the reader.13. Aim for visual balanceIf content is king in a resume, then design is queen. How your information is formatted is just as important as the information itself. Focus on leveraging a combination of short blurbs and bullet points to make it easy for the reader to quickly scan your resume and find the most important details that support your candidacy.14. Validate your skillsIts not enough to simply state that youre a great manager or possess a high financial acumen. You need to back up these claims by providing a specific example, figure, or case study in your work experience or education section that illustrates how youve used this ability to produce results.15. Focus on achievements, not tasksAt this point in your career, recruiters are less concerned with the tasks youve completed and more interested in learning what youve accomplished. Separate each job under your work history into a short blurb that describes your role and responsibilities. Then, add a set of bullet points to describe the results youve achieved and the major contributions youve made that have benefited the organization. By bulleting these details, youre drawing readers eyes to the information they care most about your qualifications. Whenever possible, quantify your accomplishments to provide additional context for the recruiter.Do you need help age-proofing your resume for the job search? Receive a free expert resume revi ew today.Editors Note A version of this article was originally published on AARP.org.Recommended ReadingHow Older Workers Can Compete (and Win) in Todays Job Market6 Signs of Ageism in the Workplace and How to Best Handle ItHow We Helped This Professional Who welches Stuck In His Toxic Job

LinkedIn Jobs will help you track your potential commute times

LinkedIn Jobs will help you track your potential commute timesLinkedIn Jobs will help you track your potential commute timesWhen it comes to work, we all know that getting there is half the battle - which is why a new feature could come in handy. LinkedIn announcedthat its new Your Commute capability will let users see how long itll take to travel to a position as they scourLinkedIn Jobs on their mobile device.Heres how it worksUsers willreportedly be able to plug in the locations theyll be traveling to and from, how long theyd like to travel to the job, plus the desired time of departure. The feature will be able to display the approximate travel times by car, foot, and public transportation. You dont have to apply for a jobto use it, andusers will have the option to save their commute preferences on the platform.But the company had some help making this happen.LinkedIn, which welches acquired by Microsoft for $26.2 billion in 2016, has been slowly cross-pollinating features and se rvices with its new owner, and this is the case here. The location and navigation data is being supplied by Bing Maps, Microsofts mapping service that is akin to Google and Apple Maps, by way of its API,TechCrunch reports.Dan Li, a LinkedIn senior product manager who wrote the companys blog post, also reportedly told TechCrunch that users will be able to access Your Commute on their desktop computers in the future.The Your Commute feature could help users get a more realistic perspective on what it would be like to get to and from a new job.

Sample Resume for Fraud Investigator Job Position

Sample Resume for Fraud Investigator Job Position Sample Resume for Fraud Investigator Job Position As technology becomes more complex, fraud investigation is turning into a fast-growing career with plenty of opportunities. To maximize your chances of landing employment, make sure your resume is authentic.Fraud investigation requires vigilance, so note your attention to detail on your resume, and include any positions that highlight this trait. Since youll be working with potential fraud in payment systems, document any experiences with internal systems, such as PRM and ACM, as well your knowledge of banking rules and regulations.Examine the fraud investigator resume below to get a sense of how to present yourself in the best light. Create this Resume Caleb Wells575 Ferry StreetFlorence, AL 35630(333)-230-7705c.wells@tmail.comObjectiveTo ensure a challenging position as a Fraud Investigator in a fast growing financial firm that will utilize expertise in fraud investigation and will enable to make a positive contribution to the company. Summary of QualificationsExcellent attention to detailsAbility to independently resolve daily issues, plan, organize, and implementProficient with Microsoft suite of products such as Word, Excel, Access, OutlookGeneral knowledge of banking rules and regulationsWorking knowledge of the PRM, ACM, and other internal systemsProfessional ExperienceSenior Fraud Investigator, January 2007- PresentSunTrust, Orlando, FL ResponsibilitiesMonitored merchant processing activity to minimize potential loses. Investigated, monitored, and worked collaboratively with internal and external agencies to resolve assigned cases.Analyzed and examined fraud losses to determine trends. Developed and initiated upon approval the procedures to counter new trends. Updated fraud statuses, verified fraud balances, and documented investigative notes. BI Analyst, May 2004- December 2006TSYS, Omaha, NE ResponsibilitiesExecuted and performed in-depth evaluation of potential fraud directed at payments system.Developed and established complex investigations that m ay involve high dollar amounts and sensitive issues and assessed these matters in terms of possible referral to the office of the inspector general. Analyzed deviant claims billing and practice patterns by researching through the internet and data analysis tools. Prepared written reports and thoroughly communicated findings and conclusions regarding audit results.Identified and reported procedures, processes or other factors that may make the program vulnerable to fraud. EducationMasters Degree in Business Management, 2004Yale UniversityBachelors Degree in Business Management, 2002Yale University Customize ResumeMore Sample Resumes:Forklift Operator Resume Franchise Owner Resume Fraud Analyst ResumeFraud Investigator Resume Front Desk Manager Resume GIS Specialist Resume

How to Disagree With Your Boss and Thrive

How to Disagree With Your Boss and Thrive How to Disagree With Your Boss and Thrive It’s not career suicide to disagree with your boss. In fact, confident managers want employees that will disagree with them. Disagreement creates better ideas, solves problems, creates positive relationships, and promotes personal growth and development. That said, disagreeing with your boss is much easier if your organization’s work culture supports divergent opinions and points of view. In these kinds of organizations,  involved, engaged employees are encouraged to offer their opinions and ideas because the organization wants to take advantage of employees talents, skills, and experience. However, lets not forget that bosses are human, too, and have their own particular management style. That management style can range from dictatorial to so hands-off that they are out-of-touch. The important thing is to know your boss and his or her leadership style to properly assess how much disagreement will be appreciated and tolerated. How to Prep for Disagreement How you approach disagreement is critical when you want to disagree with your boss. A respectful, thoughtful approach will always trump an aggressive, demanding approach. Having facts available that support your case is also helpful. Researching the area of disagreement, benchmarking the practices of other companies, and talking with your industry contacts is homework that you should do before approaching your boss. That way, noncompetitive best practices will bring the necessary verification to support your viewpoint. Armed with data, it wont be about what you think versus what your boss thinks. Especially when the decision involves serious business issues that might require disruptive change management strategies, financial commitments, and emotional energy from employees, your opinion needs facts to support it. 10 Key Actions to Take to Prepare for Disagreeing In order to have the most successful outcome for your disagreement discussion with your boss, here are 10 things that employees have done that have provided the best results. Adhering to all or some of these will make disagreeing with your boss easier, safer, and more likely to get  you the result youre looking for. They built the relationship first. Thus, when they disagreed, they had a good relationship to start.They had a record of success and made the boss look good. The boss had some faith that their recommendations would work out because of positive experiences in the past.They had a history of practicing personal courage. They could be depended on to speak out for the good of the business. They would disagree when they really thought they were in the right and they werent just disagreeing for the sake of disagreeing. They exhibited a commitment to the overall success of the business, not just to their personal aggrandizement, fiefdoms, or career promotion. They avoided making recommendations that helped one team or department and ignored others, or the whole.They were straightforward and didn’t play games. Even if they sought allies to agree with their position, they were upfront about it and therefore could be trusted.They didn’t make the boss feel like an idiot. No part of the disagreement was personal in nature, and there was no name-calling, sarcasm, or disparagement. The disagreement came across as a logical approach to the problem and in the best interests of the team. They started the discussion by identifying their areas of agreement. They used the boss as a mentor. No matter how much they disagreed with the boss, he or she still did something right to be in a managerial position. They asked themselves what they could learn from their boss and sought time with their boss to discuss issues and approaches.Their business ethics and relationships were above reproach. They were people the boss could comfortably support and defend.They didn’t go around the boss to his or her boss to plead their case. The boss wasn’t blindsided by their boss and the reporting employee who disagreed.   They were good communicators who could express themselves convincingly with evidence and rationale  to support their case. They knew that “I think” or “I feel” were not enough to affect the critical direction. They needed to present hard data and relevant facts. They were able to demonstrate that they had researched their solution thoroughly, including benchmarking other similar companies in their industry. Use these tips to prepare for the day- and it will come if you are a good employee, the kind of employee that most bosses want- when you want (or need) to disagree with your boss.

Job Search Tips for Payroll Positions

Job Search Tips for Payroll Positions Job Search Tips for Payroll Positions This may be the best time in recent years to be a payroll specialist. As many businesses seek to expand their workforce, hiring managers are eager to find skilled professionals who can keep payroll-related operations running smoothly. But even in a hot employment market, great opportunities won’t just fall into your lap. You’re not the only payroll specialist looking going after any given job, so you have to make yourself stand out to employers. And the job search tips you’ve used in the past may not work if the job isn’t advertised in the place you're looking. You already know how to search job boards and dress for interviews, but there’s more you can do to get noticed and find the best workplace for your payroll career. Here are five job search tips you may not have considered: 1. Use the right keywords Many employers today use an applicant tracking system (ATS) to filter cover letters and resumes. This platform is not only a good way for human resources employees to stay organized; it also saves them time by scanning for specific words and phrases related to the position. For example, if the job requires proficiency in certain software, an employer may run searches for terms like “SAP” or “ADP Workforce.” The key, of course, is to increase the chances that the ATS flags your application as more relevant than most in the haystack and puts it in front of the hiring manager. But how do you know what they’re seeking? The job posting contains the most clues. Go over the required and preferred qualifications, and jot down what the company wants. That might include payroll certifications, such as the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), and experience or expertise in the following: Multi-state payroll Benefits systems/benefits deductions/benefits premiums ADP/Paylocity/QuickBooks expertise State regulations/federal regulations HRIS (human resources information system)/HRMS (human resources management system) Comb through the posting to make your list of words to use in a resume and put them in your cover letter, too. 2. Tailor your resume to each job You write a new cover letter for each opening, but you shouldn’t stop there when it comes to customizing your application materials. Your resume should not be a one-size-fits-all document. Its purpose is to answer a prospective employer's main question: “Why should we hire you for this payroll position?” And as no two jobs are alike, your resume should be different for each one. Much like using keywords, you need to carefully analyze the job posting and make sure your application speaks to those criteria. For example, if the company has employees all over the country, your documents should highlight your thorough understanding of the issues related to multi-state and federal payroll, including taxes, withholdings and regulatory compliance. 3. Leverage LinkedIn If you think LinkedIn is just a stuffy version of Facebook, you’re not using it right. When properly leveraged, LinkedIn acts as an extension of your resume - it contains all relevant information, including what you can’t fit in a one- or two-page document. Some of these details include photos, videos, presentations, lists of accomplishments and your recent activities with professional groups on LinkedIn. This business-oriented social network also offers another powerful feature: recommendations and endorsements. Your professional contacts can vouch for your many abilities, such as payroll, employee benefits, human resources, accounting, PeopleSoft and HRIS. People you’ve worked with can also write endorsements about your technical skills, work ethic, soft skills and so forth. Reach out to former coworkers and supervisors, with a polite reminder of your accomplishments. Also, to help potential employers find your LinkedIn profile, include the link to your profile on your cover letter, resume and business card. 4. Put your best qualities above the fold The concept of “above the fold” comes from what’s visible on the top half of the front page of a traditional newspaper, or what you see when it’s folded in half on the newsstand. The most important stories go there, because that’s what is designed to catch their eye to make them buy. This same idea applies to your resume, even though it’s being viewed electronically. Move things around so the best stuff is near the top and is immediately in front of the hiring manager’s eyes. Do you bring to the table some of the best personality traits? Are your Excel skills a source of pride? After the ATS flags applications that contain certain keywords, most hiring managers spend only a few seconds scanning the text before deciding whether to keep reading or click on the next candidate. Hook them right away. 5. Go offline, and don’t be shy As powerful as LinkedIn and online job boards are, some payroll positions are never even advertised. So how do people find out about those hidden jobs? Talk to your professional network - friends, former colleagues and acquaintances - to let them know you’re in the market for a new payroll job. Attending events like conferences and seminars is also a great way to expand your circle of contacts. And don’t be shy about reaching out to your dream employers to let them know about your interest in joining them and what you can bring to their team - even if they don’t have any openings posted out in the wild. Rewards of following job search tips A successful job search makes good use of all the tools at your disposal. It also takes time. With just a little extra effort - using both common and uncommon job search tips - you can improve your odds of landing a great new job in the payroll department. Read more about the temporary roles Accountemps places, along with job descriptions that detail the responsibilities and requirements.

What Got You Here Wont Get You That Promotion

What Got You Here Won’t Get You That Promotion What Got You Here Won’t Get You That Promotion 4 steps you can take today to get the skills for the job you want to have.A friend of mine shared with me a piece of advice from his military training - he told me that his superior officers used to tell him: The things that got you promoted this time will never get you promoted again.This is right on the money. It’s also completely wrong, but we’ll get to that later.The genius behind this idea is that you - your career, your personal brand - needs to continually evolve. You need to grow and increase your skills and knowledge base. And, most importantly, you need to show that you have the skills that it takes to succeed at the next level.It’s also genius because of one of the hidden rules of moving up the career ladder: Excel at the type of work that you want to do next.By excelling at the work that you want to do next, it will ensure that you are developing the skills that will get you promoted, rather than getting stuck, unfairly, at your current level.I know a woman who r eally wanted to move into a leadership role in her organization. She had proven herself an invaluable “#2” - her boss felt comfortable handing over all the details and knew that she would execute effectively and quickly.Unfortunately, even though this woman was a leader in her community and knew she was a leader inside, she didn’t practice those skills for the job that she wanted to do. When she approached her boss about extending her responsibilities, he wasn’t as receptive as she hoped because he didn’t have confidence in her ability to lead strategy.By excelling at her current responsibilities without stretching to the skills required for the next level, she killed her chances at being promoted. Moral of the story: Find ways to step up and demonstrate your ability to do the work that you want to do in the future.Climbing the ladderThis can feel impossible as, generally, one doesn’t get opportunities handed to them to do their bosses work. And often we are completely overwhelmed with the task of getting our own job done, let alone taking on additional responsibility.I’m not going to lie and say that it will be easy or quick, but it is possible to create opportunities that will prove your ability to move up the ladder. Make a List: Take 30 minutes to really think about the work that you want to be doing and exactly what skills and characteristics it would take to be successful at that endeavor. Make a list of the eight items you think are most important. Do Your Homework: Occasionally, you may already have all of the skills or knowledge to excel in a new role already, but nine times out of 10, you’ll have to do your homework. Go on informational interviews, take an online course and borrow books from the library. Get your learning on! Brainstorm Some Opportunities: Now it gets interesting. One aspect that primarily comes up for those early in their career is managing other people. Perhaps you could hire and manage an intern or two over the summer, or you could own a small project and manage the team for it. You might also get experience to move into a management role by volunteering. Explore these avenues to gain experience. Put It into Action: Pick one of the ideas above. Think about it from your boss’s perspective and figure out how it benefits them. Then pitch it to them to make it happen - and be sure to highlight the homework you’ve done, too. By taking these steps, you not only start showing the skills for the job that you want to have, but you show that you are ambitious, driven and self-motivated (in other words, exactly the kind of person that companies promote).So what are you waiting for? Schedule a 30 minute meeting with yourself this week and get to work.At the start I said that while this idea was genius, it is also totally wrong. What got you here won’t get you promoted again is completely correct when it comes to skills, actions and relationships in general. What will get you promoted again is your personality, characteristics and integrity. So, keep working on self-awareness, understanding and improvement!Reposted with permission from Personal Branding Blog

6 ways to network on social media that you havent thought of yet

6 ways to network on social media that you haven't thought of yet 6 ways to network on social media that you haven't thought of yet Charlene Li once said: “Twitter is not a technology, it’s a conversation â€" and it’s happening with or without you.”Does social media take up a large part of your day? Since I was in college at Penn State, I can’t remember a day that I wasn’t on social media. As a  writer, content creator, influencer, coach, radio  personality, and podcaster, social media has played a big role with me sharing my message to the world. With so many people using social media, it is important to find innovative ways to leverage social media for your personal and professional goals. Have you considered these six ways to  network  on social media?1. Joining a group on Meetup.Are you a part of a  Meetup Group? If not, you need to join one. You can not only take advantage of the events hosted by people with similar interests, but you can also message and connect with the other members, set up calls, and create the opportunity for yourself to learn about others you are interested in  networking   with.2. Joining Facebook Pages, Groups Events.It surprises me that to this day, many people are not fully utilizing Facebook. Whether it is joining a  book club, liking a Facebook  page, or “attending” an  events  listing, there are so many opportunities to connect with like-minded folks on the largest and most popular social media platform.3. Attending Eventbrite Events.If you are like me, then you love Eventbrite. Literally, I enjoy checking out events on a weekly or monthly basis to stay abreast of what is going on in the world. Not only can you RSVP for these events, but you should take advantage of connecting with the organizers. Their contact information is right there/ Maybe you want to know more about the attendees, or get more involved with the event itself. It is totally possible to put yourself out there on this platform!4. Leveraging  LinkedIn Groups   Events.If you don’t know why  LinkedIn  is a such an important networking tool, then you have been living under a rock. There are several ways to use the platform in innovative ways, but one of my favorites is leveraging LinkedIn Groups and Events to connect with even more people.5. Connecting with bloggers and their followings.Are there blogs that you love and follow? Have you ever reached out to the blogger to connect and discuss ways to collaborate? Or, have you ever connected with other followers on that  blog  or the blogger’s social media platforms? If not, what are you waiting for? Having a mutual  passion  for someone’s work is a great way to get a conversation started with someone you’d like to connect with.6. Making Twitter lists.Are you a fan of  Twitter? Are you familiar with  Twitter lists? Do you have one yourself? If not, I encourage you to take the time to familiarize yourself with them by creating your own and exploring other lists. As you up your twitter game, you will be probably surprised with how easy it is to find new folks in your industry who are following the sam e trends and news stories as you are. It’s an easy and instant way to strike up real conversation with a new connection.Natasha Nurse started    Dressing Room 8  to provide a web-based resource where women can gain personal and professional empowerment through her fashion and lifestyle focused blog. She is the Lifestyle Editor for  Plus Model Magazine, a Program Coordinator for  Long Island Girl Talk, and she co-hosts a podcast with her husband called  WokeNFree. Follow Natasha on  Facebook,  Instagram,  Twitter,  Pinterest,  YouTube, and  Google Plus.A version of this post previously appeared on  Fairygodboss, the largest career community that helps women get the inside scoop on pay, corporate culture, benefits, and work flexibility. Founded in 2015, Fairygodboss offers company ratings, job listings, discussion boards, and career advice.

10 Leadership Books All Managers Should Read - The Muse

10 Leadership Books All Managers Should Read - The Muse 10 Leadership Books All Managers Should Read If you do your job, and you do it well, you’ll continue to move up the career ladder. And that’s awesome. But as you make that climb, you’ll start to realize that being a manager of one, two, 20, 100 people is hard! And that you need to be more than a boss, you need to be a leader. While there are many resources out there on making this happen- my favorites continue to be books. As CEO of a fast-growing startup, I do my best to always have something on-hand to read- whether it’s that day’s Wall Street Journal, a book by one of my favorite philosophers, or the latest autobiography of a leader I admire. I’ve always enjoyed expanding my knowledge base and believe that all (aspiring) leaders should set aside time outside of email, meetings, and conference calls to settle in with something that’ll improve their skills. Here are my personal recommendations for the 10 books (in no particular order) everyone should have in his or her personal library: 1. Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less by Barry Schwartz Decision-making is a necessary skill for anyone in charge. This book identifies why less is more and prepares us to find balance and happiness in the choices we make whether business or personal. 2. Take the Lead: Motivate, Inspire, and Bring Out the Best in Yourself and Everyone Around You by Betsy Myers Myers took a leap of faith when she signed on to serve as COO of a grassroots presidential campaign for an up-and-coming Chicago senator (who you know as our 44th president). Take the Lead offers insightful and inspiring advice about taking command and bringing out the best in yourself. 3. Who: The A Method for Hiring by Geoff Smart and Randy Street Assuming people- not strategy- drive organizational success, businesses need to increase their odds of hiring the very best employees. The “Who” methodology provides the footprint to increasing the likelihood of hiring top performers from 50% to 90%. 4. The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else in Business by Patrick Lencioni This one is my favorite of Lencioni’s amazing collection of books. Once you’ve hired the A players in your organization, you’ll need to focus on organizational health and how your company can maximize productivity and align everyone toward the company’s core objectives. That’s where The Advantage comes in. 5. Startup CEO: A Field Guide to Scaling Up Your Business by Matt Blumberg Blumberg’s book is like having a mentor or an advisor on speed dial. This is a must-read book for any first-time leader. Blumberg’s framework for how CEOs should think about their workdays and goals has helped me structure my time and energy more effectively as my organization scales. 6. Thrive: The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating a Life of Well-Being, Wisdom, and Wonder by Arianna Huffington One of the most influential businesswoman today, Huffington shares advice for wholly changing your life- from sleeping habits, to your addiction to technology, to reframing how you think about success. 7. Collaborative Intelligence: Thinking With People Who Think Differently by Dawna Markova, PhD and Angie McArthur A collaborative workforce is often more creative, engaged and forward-thinking, and the best leaders can engage and work well with a variety of people. McArthur and Markova provide actionable tips to improving collaboration skills, all backed by neuroscience. 8. The Secrets of Happy Families: Improve Your Mornings, Tell Your Family History, Fight Smarter, Go Out and Play, and Much More by Bruce Feiler Hopefully your career is fulfilling, but you still need work-life balance. It’s easy to take family life and happiness for granted. This book does a great job of sharing useful insights to better connect with your family during your off hours- making turning your email off on the weekends easier than ever. 9. Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most by Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, and Sheila Heen No leader should avoid the tough talks: It’s part of business. In Difficult Conversations, the authors provide a framework for navigating confrontation from start to finish, showing you how to stay balanced and use productive problem solving skills. 10. Love ’Em or Lose ’Em: Getting Good People to Stay by Beverly Kaye and Sharon Jordan-Evans Turnover is expensive, and when you’re working on building a company, the last thing you want is for your top employees to leave and have to start at square one again. This book should be part of all managers’ libraries- it’s one you can keep turning back to with valuable insight and actionable engagement strategies. These are some of the books that have proved most helpful to me. Tweet me your favorites! Photo of man reading courtesy of Shutterstock.

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Salary Negotiation Tips Torn Between Two (Possible) Offers Salary Negotiation Tips Torn Between Two (Possible) Offers How do I balance an offer in hand with a potentially more interesting one that I am still interviewing for?Q: I was extended an offer and told I must make a decision by end of week, but I’m supposed to hear back about a role that is more interesting to me the Monday after - what should I do?A: You want to delay Company A and speed up Company B, so do that to the best of your ability. Come up with a reason, such as, “It looks like we have all the elements down. I can’t say yes at the moment for some personal reasons, but I am considering it very carefully. Here’s what I can promise you: I need three to four days to talk to a couple of people, and when I’m finished, I’ll come back and I’ll either say, ‘Great, let’s go forward’ or ‘it’s not the right career move for me at this time’. I won’t say yes just to have a job and then in a few months bail on your company. That’s why I need to make sure I have the time necessary to commit myself 100% and have no lo oking back over my shoulder or later regrets.”The point is, why should they wait around for you to wait for something better? You owe it to Company A, who wants to know by Friday, to give them something for the wait. It wouldn’t be fair to Company A to accept the job and then have regrets and take another job that comes along, so it’s in their interest and yours to figure out how you can extend the deadline.Next week’s question: The compensation package the recruiter and I agreed to verbally does not match the actual written contract I received as an offer. How do I address this?

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Job Seekers Get More Leverage Job Seekers Get More Leverage It’s still a buyers’ market, but job seekers (the sellers) should be prepared to exercise more leverage in the hiring process.It’s no fun being a commodity. For much of the last two years it was a buyers’ market for hiring companies - they had their pick of willing and available candidates. The result was a protracted hiring process where the hiring companies (in this case, the buyers) took their time and shopped around for the best candidate, secure in the fact that they had plenty to choose from should one or two receive a better offer in the meantime.It also meant job seekers (the sellers) had less leverage in setting the sale price and other terms. You might have had but one chance to accept an offer before it was rescinded.“It was employers’ choice out there,” said Kathleen Steffey, president of executive search and recruitment firm Naviga, based in Tampa, Florida. “Clients had the upper hand and could take their time making sure they found perfect candidates, w hether that meant keeping candidates ‘on hold’ for weeks, or asking them to return for more and more interviews.”That’s changing, she said. Her clients (the buyers) are waking up to the changing reality and job seekers (the seller) should be prepared to exercise more leverage in the hiring process.“If a client’s not pulling the trigger on delivering an offer, or they’re keeping a candidate on hold for too long, that person is now able to jet out of there and find something else,” she said. “They’re not as starved for opportunities as they once were.”Job seekers should use this leverage to their advantage, Steffey said. But tread carefully and know where you stand. She recommends that job seekers set limits as to what they’re willing to compromise on and when; then stick to them. It also helps to inform the recruiter, if one is part of the transaction, about your job prospects and level of interest in the position so they know how to manage the hiring companyâ €™s expectations and pace. The things that can affect how fast the company will move in making you an offer include: How actively are you looking for a job? Do you have other job offers in your pipeline and how likely are you to accept one? How interested are you in this particular company? Is it your last choice or your first? This vetting process helps Naviga’s recruiters find out if a candidate is willing to give her client a few extra days if it could mean getting an offer, “and that helps us, and helps our clients and candidates, to understand where their interest lies and where best to expend energy.”“If we’re in the process of presenting candidates, the client may express particular interest in one person. We make sure the client knows if the candidate has a number of other interviews scheduled and that they could very well accept an offer from another company,” she said. As a job seeker, you should be upfront about that information, even if recruiters and/or hiring managers don’t specifically ask.By presenting as much information as possible about yourself and your job prospects and other competing offers, clients quickly understand that the market has changed and that “if they don’t make their move, they might end up missing out on a great hire.”

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