Monday, April 20, 2020
Writing a Resume That Lacks Skill
Writing a Resume That Lacks SkillWriting a resume that lacks skill may be a challenge to you. Do not worry if you are making mistakes, all it means is that you have to learn how to fix them.If you are trying to do it on your own, first you need to check the requirements of the employment agency. It will give you some idea about what is expected from you. Sometimes, the requirements are quite strict and you cannot do anything without providing some details.There are certain questions you need to answer in your resume. These are the things like where you were born, how many children, where you went to school, where you want to go to college, etc. The requirements of your job also vary, therefore, the requirements of your resume should also differ.Before starting writing your resume, ask yourself what do you want from your resume? If you are going to send it to an employment agency, then these questions are for you. If you are going to send it directly to the employer, then only you can answer them.Don't worry about the grammar and the flow of the resume, since this is done by the hiring company or the hiring manager. These are the ones who are reading your resume, so you should not worry about them. All you need to do is write a good resume and then you can relax.For anything in your resume, you need to add 'evidence' such as your educational records and your resume history. You can tell these employers that you have applied for more than one job, but they have never given you the opportunity to work in their organization. This proves that you are a good worker and that you are qualified for the job. Besides, it would also give them some information about you.Now, once you have written your resume and submitted it to the right agency, they will send it to the employer. So, with the assistance of your resume, you have now earned the chance to be the one to get the job you want.
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
3 Things LGBT Job Seekers Should Do to Vet an Employer
3 Things LGBT Job Seekers Should Do to Vet an Employer We think itâs important to build a financially strong LGBTQ community. Thatâs because the stronger we are financially, the more capable we are of funding the causes and initiatives most important to us. Yes,weâve made lots of progress over the years, but weâve been reminded recently that the fight isnât over. This is why itâs important for the queer community to be at least as proud of our financial situation as we are about our individuality and sexual orientation. Your money is an important tool for your success, but it also helps ensure the success of our collective community. And how you make that money is just as important as what you do with your paycheck after it hits your account. As a prospective employee, how can you find an employer thatâs in line with your values? Here are three ways. 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 1. Research Your Prospective Employer There are some organizations that offer lists of LGBTQ-friendly companies, but your best bet is to do your own research. Contact local advocacy groups to find out the local and national companies that support your causes, both financially and with boots on the ground, at the state and federal levels. The companies that put their money and people behind the causes you support (especially when it doesnât mean the cover of a magazine) are likely in line with your values. Another way to determine the right employer is to see whoâs proud of you. Pride offers companies a great chance to connect with our community. While Pride usually consists of parades and parties, companies can also market to our lucrative community. Some companies prefer to avoid parades and parties, so Pride attendance shouldnât be a litmus test for choosing an employer. Itâs just another means to notice our allies. Read More: How Credit Impacts Your Daily Life 2. Interview Your Interviewer When interviewing for a job, play the role of both interviewee and interviewer. You want to know that the company fits with your culture just as much as they want to know if you fit with theirs. Consider asking about their stance on LGBTQ employees and if they have protections in their policies. You may also want to ask to see their policies. If possible, look around to see if they are a truly diverse company. Itâs all well and good to support LGBTQ causes and have protections in place, but if thereâs a rainbow ceiling you may not be given the opportunities you want. You can also ask about the causes the company supports or how they give back to the local community in general. Smaller companies may only be able to support one or two causes and an LGBTQ cause may not be one of them. This, too, should also not be a litmus test for choosing an employer, but itâs good to know what causes the company does support. Read More: How Real Couples Resolve Their Money Differences 3. Follow the Money You can research what, if any, legislation the company has supported. When local, state and federal government are debating new regulations and laws, companies often voice their opinions publicly. This is a great way to get an official record of a companyâs opinion. Contributions to political campaigns that are large enough and made by the company or leaders within the company must be publicly disclosed. You may want to start by asking representatives at your local LGBTQ advocacy organization if theyâve received support, both financially and through actions on issues that are important to you, such as marriage or birth certificate modernization for transgendered individuals, from a company youâre considering. Even if a prospective employer hasnât donated time or money, itâs not a bad sign. What you may want to do is look for any donations to groups that oppose your causes or beliefs. Read More: 7 Signs Youâre Living Beyond Your Means These are just some ways to determine, beyond a national index, how supportive prospective employers are to queer LGBTQ causes. Itâs in both yours and your communityâs best interest to do as well financially as possible. For most of us, that starts with decent earned income. This story is an Op/Ed contribution to Credit.com and does not necessarily represent the views of the company or its partners.
Friday, April 10, 2020
How To Buy A Business - Work It Daily
How To Buy A Business - Work It Daily How To Buy A Business *Free* Webinar · Watch it NOW! Ever dream of owning your own business, but hate the idea of starting one from scratch? You aren't alone! In fact, thousands of professionals leave corporate America every year to buy a business. Sound interesting? Well then, why not learn what it takes to be your own boss! Franchise and Business Purchasing Expert, Dan Citrenbaum will be joining us for a down-to-earth look at what steps you can take to buy a business. In this session, youâll learn: Why you should become a business owner. The three ways to become a business owner. How to buy a business. What kinds of financing you can get. What steps to take to determine if buying a business is right for you. If owning a business has been your dream, donât let another year pass without at least exploring the possibility. This free webinar will help you take that first step! Tweet Sign up to receive our daily tips for building a better career which includes updates on our future *free* webinars! Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!
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