Career Success Radio Career Advice from Down Under

Career Success Radio Career Advice from Down Under Keith Keller and Annemarie Cross have decided to take career success into their own hands. The two have a weekly radio show on Blog Talk Radio that focuses on positive, inspirational messages for people who are out of work or unhappy in their careers. Their show can be heard across the globe including such far reaching countries as India and China. They have also garnered a following here in the States and one of their USsuccess stories was recently profiled by a Chinese television show(story starts about 1 minute into video and is in English). I was honored to be a guest earlier this week on their showCareer Success Radio focusing on my Soul Search, Research and Job Search approach and how to use it to Discover Your Passion, Purpose and Potential. Key to the conversation were the fears that keep people in jobs they dont like:Ill have to start over at the bottom.Ill lose my lifestyle if I change careers.Ill have to go back to school and I dont want to have to go into debt.With Keith and Annemarie, we busted these common career change myths. For starters, transferrable skills such as project management, strong communication skills and the ability to work well with others enable many people to make lateral moves into new careers so they dont have to start over. As for lifestyle, a financial plan is a key part of any career change strategy. Take my client Laura Rolands. She took a voluntary severance package from her employer Chrysler so she could have the financial freedom to invest in her coaching practice for ADHD. Chrysler later declared bankruptcy so Lauras proactive approach paid off! As for school, dont assume that you have to get a new set of credentials to change careers. To know for sure, get the facts of education requirements from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook. You might already have all the education you need.Listen to my fullinterview on Career Success Radioand read more on why I believe now is the perfect time to make a career change! What do you think? Are you ready for a career change? Share your comments and ideas on what youd love to have happen in your career. Share your concerns too and Ill help you overcome the obstacles getting in the way. And join me this Wed at 4pm EST on Making a Living with Maggie where I profile a successful career changer! Get a free 7-day trial of SIRIUS.

How to manage mistakes at work -

How to manage mistakes at work - We all make mistakes.  You no doubt heard that mantra many times growing up to assuage your feelings about messing something up. However, it isnt a phrase often heard at work. Just because no one volunteers to soothe your ego after a goof at work doesnt mean those mistakes dont happen.   The key to managing a mistake at work is to handle it with some humility. Were all bound to make a mistake at some point. It doesnt necessarily mean youre going to be  fired. Here are some tips to keep in mind when its your turn. Admit the error. Everyone knows someone who is never wrong. Dont be that person. When you realize youve made an error at work, the best approach is to bring it to your bosss attention before he or she points it out to you. Unless theres a reason you cannot admit the mistake in person (such as your boss is out of the country), your best bet is to speak face-to-face. If you email your superior in the office down the hall to let her know about the problem, you will look like a coward who made a mistake. When you notice your own error and alert people who need to know, you help diffuse the situation, and end the potential wait for someone to call you on your blunder. On the other hand, if you wait to admit the mistake, you could cause a  bad situation  to get even worse. Dont make excuses.   Excuses may fly on the playground, but they land flat at work and make a  bad impression. I was tired. I got the project late from Sue and didnt have time to double check it. Bob didnt tell me I needed to fix those numbers. When you start to come up with a list of reasons you messed up, not only do you appear immature, you risk inadvertently blaming someone else for your error, and thats not going to win you any friends. I made a mistake is the best way to inform people of your error. Own the problem, avoid the blame game and apologize. Most people will admire you for being forthright and youll be on your way to making amends. Make a plan to ensure you never make that mistake again.   Depending on the nature of the error, you may want to share your plan with your colleagues and boss, but the most important thing is to be sure you dont wind up in this situation next time. Volunteer to help fix the mistake on your own time. If there is any way that you can address the error, make sure you volunteer to handle it on your own time. If it means coming in early, staying late or making phone calls to affected parties to apologize or address the error, you should step up and take responsibility. Move on.   The phrase, Everyone makes mistakes echoes in your ears because it is true. Dont dwell or obsess about the error. Even if it was a serious mistake, dont start writing your  resignationunless someones given you an indication that your mistake was so egregious that theres no way to rectify it. Be positive and use the situation as a lesson that will help you avoid errors at work in the future. More from Miriam Salpeter How to make yourself essential at work Is your boss out to get you? Signs youre in a dead-end job Originally appeared on AOLJobs.com.

A Few Tips For Creating More Tense Language in Resume Writing

A Few Tips For Creating More Tense Language in Resume WritingTense and history are two very important parts of a resume. When you are hiring people, the more intense the resume is the better your chances of getting hired will be. If your resume is full of too much information, it can get boring and the hiring person will not see your qualifications for the job.The great thing about resumes is that you do not have to read it. You just fill it out and send it off. It is the employer's job to see what skills and qualities you have that will give them an advantage over other people looking for the same position.Another great thing about resumes is that they do not have to be perfect. There is no one that is going to read them and make a decision based on the contents. People want to know what you can do and that is why you need to write what you can do.Another good thing to use in resume writing is your passion. This shows a bit of imagination and shows that you will work hard at a job i f you get it. You may not have a lot of experience but you can be the best person to take on the position.Another way to create a more tense resume is to combine your information with a positive outlook. A cheerful, friendly attitude helps. It can be a personal experience as well as an education to let the hiring person know that you are not trying to appear smart, but you just want to find a job.There are a lot of things that can be used to create more tense language in your resume. Some people even have the employers write them as they are reading the entire file. They will fill in information and then let them know what they expect to find on the job. Some people will even have a few pages with just this information.There are a few things that you will want to keep in mind when creating a resume. It does not have to be overly important or clear. However, when used right it can help you get a good job and be hired.

How Young Professionals Can Ask Employers for Flexibility at Work

How Young Professionals Can Ask Employers for Flexibility at Work We all want a life more that’s more balanced between work and fun. But millennials, more than any other age group, are the unhappiest when they don’t get it. Nearly one-third of millennials say managing their work, family, and personal responsibilities has become more difficult in the past five years. And nearly halfâ€"47%â€"are working more hours, compared with 38% of Generation X and 28% of baby boom workers, according to a recent survey by Ernst Young’s Global Generation Research. More than other generations, millennials want flexibility in terms of where and how they work and are the most willing to take a pay cut, pass up a promotion, or even relocate to manage work-life demands better, according to the survey. But employers don’t make it easy. Nearly one in six young workers surveyed by EY say they suffer negative consequences for choosing a flexible schedule. Why should employers care about millennials want? This groupâ€"age 18 to 34â€"now officially outnumber Generation X as the most populous group in the workforce and are on track to surpass baby boomers soon. As employers try to attract and retain the best and the brightest, knowing what’s important to them is, well, important. Turnover among millennials tends to be higher than other work cohorts, and high turnover is costly to companies. The EY survey further illuminates why this generation is more adamant about wanting flexibility. Millennials are hitting the time of their lives when they marry, buy homes, and have kids at the same time the demands of work are escalating. “Earlier generations were probably too afraid to ask for flexibility. The mindset was that work comes first,” says Rose Ernst, national director of G10 Associates program, which works with companies to hire and retain college graduates and Generation Y workers. But many millennials grew up with parents who got laid off or whose careers suffered during recessions despite putting in long hours in the office. Meanwhile, technology has evolved so it’s easier to work from anywhere. The dynamic on the home front has also changed. Millennials are almost twice as likely (78%) to have a spouse or partner working at least full time, compared with 73% of Gen Xers and 47% of baby boomers. Until more millennials advance in their careers and become managers, the reality is that an older generation of workers still sets the standard for where and how work is done at many organizations. Here’s how to ask your boss for a flexible schedule and make it work without hurting your career. Be up front. If you’re interviewing for a job, don’t wait until late in the game to ask about the possibility of a flexible work schedule, says Ernst. Research the company before you interview to find out what the culture is like in terms of nontraditional work arrangements. Clearly some jobs are going to be more adaptable than others. If you’re a human resources person focused on recruiting and meeting with job candidates, you may be able to do some work from home or after hours. If you’re managing a large team of people who work in one location, it’ll be more difficult to work remotely. Be reasonable about why you’re asking. If you want to leave at 4 p.m. twice a week to take a class relevant to work, or if you need a few weeks off every February for volunteer work in Costa Rica, that’s going to be perceived differently than asking to leave early because you play in a softball league on Thursday nights. Have a plan. If you’re already on staff and want to move to a flexible schedule, such as job sharing or telecommuting, prepare a proposal on how you’ll get your work done. Don’t be a flake. It’s obvious but critical to be reliable. You’re much more vulnerable to being judged as a slacker when people can’t see you working. Always be reachable, deliver work on time or early, and make it a point to check in regularly. Give and take. Volunteer for projects when you can or offer to help out colleagues on deadline, especially if others are making accommodations for your work schedule. It remains to be seen how quickly work norms are changing. But there is power in numbers. “The millennials are a huge cohort of workers who value flexibility more than previous generations,” Ernst says. “That gives them leverage to change how we work.”

6 Tips For Job Seekers On Body Language - Work It Daily

6 Tips For Job Seekers On Body Language - Work It Daily Body language speaks volumes at a job interview. Everything from your handshake, eye contact, and how you move your extremities when you talk, to your posture when sitting can reveal a lot about you to the hiring manager sitting across from you. Related: 3 Areas Job Seekers Make The Biggest Mistakes If you want to make the right impression, be aware of your own body. 1. Eye Contact. Eye contact can help you build a personal connection with the interviewer. It is especially important at the time of the handshake and when the interviewer is speaking or asking a question. By giving eye contact, it communicates that you are confident, listening, and engaged. However, there has to be a balance with breaks in between eye contact. If you stare too long, it can come across as being overly aggressive and you may begin to look crazy and creepy. 2. Handshake. The handshake is a professional point of contact, so how you do it sends a very important message. To come off as confident, you want to be firm, but not overpowering. And on the other end, if your handshake is limp like a dead fish, the interviewer may sense you lack confidence and interest. Women tend to overcompensate and shake hands too firmly so practice on you family members as this is where you make a first impression. 3. Expression. No matter what you say, if your expression does not match the message, it will not come across. For example, at the time of the first handshake at the job interview, exhibit a smile when you say, “It’s nice to meet you.” When you are talking about one of the most exciting projects you were involved in, your expression should match that, otherwise you’re giving the hiring manager a mixed message. 4. Posture. The way you sit can impact how others want to communicate with you. If you are leaning back all relaxed, you may leave the hiring manager thinking you’re lazy and not serious about the meeting. If you lean too forward and invade their space, it can come off as too aggressive. What you want is a neutral position â€" sit straight up on the chair with a slight lean forward to express you’re interested and engaged. You also don’t want to be stiff in posture. It’s unnatural and can make it hard for others to communicate with you comfortably. A good technique is to slightly mirror the interviewer’s posture. 5. Arms. Many security guards have their arms across their chest. It signals that they are in defense mode. This is the same message that’s sent to the hiring manager when they see a job candidate with arms across their chest. You want to be viewed as approachable, so it’s best to leave your hands to your sides when standing or on your lap/knees when sitting. 6. Excessive Nodding Or Shaking. Yes, you want to communicate agreement and understanding, but excessive nodding of the head can be seen as being overly agreeable, and you end up looking like a bobble head. One or two nods tagged with a smile is all you need. Along the same lines, be watchful of your extremities like leg kicking (often a result of nerves) or flaring arms as you talk. Maintain self-control of your extremities, keeping your feet flat on the ground and using your hands only when trying to make a gesture. To better prepare for the next job interview, consider doing a video recording of a mock interview. You’ll see habits in your body language that you can practice to correct before the next real job interview! This post was originally published at an earlier date. Related Posts 3 Keys To Customizing Your Resume 5 Key Areas To Target When Branding Your Resume How To Match Your Skills To A Job With Your Resume About the author Don Goodman’s firm was rated as the #1 Resume Writing Service in 2013, 2014, and 2015. Don is a triple-certified, nationally recognized Expert Resume Writer, Career Management Coach and Job Search Strategist who has helped thousands of people secure their next job. Check out his Resume Writing Service. Get a Free Resume Evaluation.   Disclosure: This post is sponsored by a CAREEREALISM-approved expert. You can learn more about expert posts here. Photo Credit: Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join For Free!

Every Type of Toxic Person Youll Ever Meet (And How to Deal)

Every Type of Toxic partie Youll Ever Meet (And How to Deal) Weve all dealt with them. Whether its a family member, friend, or colleague, toxic people arent always the easiest to spot at first but the negative impact they leave in their wake is undeniable. The challenge is in spotting and preventing these individuals from having the power to make such an impact in the first place.Below, weve rounded up the types of toxic people youre likeliest to encounter at some point in your life, and how to deal with each.At workToxic coworkersWhen it comes to personalities at the office, toxic coworkers frequently come in six varieties the Gossiper the Pusher the Negative nanzig the Over-Competer the Coveter and the Mean Girl (though the latter type can be any gender). From the coworker who goes out of their way to exclude you to the colleague who always seems to be taking credit for your work, the presence of such a person at the office can have negative consequences for all who associate wit h them. And this can hold even truer if the coworker in question is an objectively high performer.For as many stripes of toxicity that exist, so should your strategy be similarly tailored to address the brand of negativity youre up against.Toxic CEOsUnless youre working in a very senior capacity, chances are the CEO at your company isnt someone you rub elbows with on a daily basis. This can make it difficult to determine whether the person sitting at your organizations helm is toxic, as well as potentially make the question feel less pressing. After all, if you enjoy your coworkers and your direct supervisor, does it matter what kind of person this seemingly far-removed CEO is? The short answer is, yes, it does.Toxic parentsThe fruchtfleisch toxic parents leave behind can be hard to shake off. Often referred to as breaking the cycle of dysfunction, understanding and addressing the true impact of toxic parents is essential to ensuring we dont exhibit the same toxic behavior they did down the road.

The War Against Linkedin Writing a Resume

The War Against Linkedin Writing a Resume The Most Popular Linkedin Writing a Resume Your employers want to understand what it is that youre currently up to, to gauge whether you are prepared for the job on offer. Whenever specific training or certification is necessary to follow a career in a specific field, its important to list the relevant skills you have attained. If youre asking for a job which has unique requirements, you might need another edition of your resume to completely demonstrate your qualifications. Employment objective Indicate the sort of job which you are trying to get. The Benefits of Linkedin Writing a Resume Letters of application will vary considerably based on the circumstances in which theyre used. Your resume was made to sell you. It is a resume, not a work description. You do not have to list every job that youve ever had on a resume. Even if youre not trying to find a new job, you ought to keep your resume current. Again, higher school jobs do not will need to get listed on resumes. The most significant thing you should understand theres nothing wrong with your competencies. So a resume thats very clear and precise will definitely make you stick out from others. When there are several proofreading programs and tools its possible to use, its also beneficial to ask trusted friends or colleagues to examine your resume. Employing a custom resume instead of a generic one is going to greatly increase your probability of an interview, as youll be a better match in the view of the reader. Resume paper isnt needed. There are quite a lot of books, articles and consultants to help in writing oben liegend resumes. Writing a resume for employment in China or a Chinese company may seem an intimidating task as first but dont worry What Does Linkedin Writing a Resume Mean? As a titelseite letter when youre mailing resumes. A good resume with a poor cover letter will likely wind up in the trash can. As a way to be noticed, a resume letter is critical. Be certain to study the school that you are signing up to before writing the cover letter so you may possibly add a small excitement to demonstrate why you want to work there. All you include in your resume must reinforce that youre a proper job candidate. Be certain to dress as professionally as possible on the day you intend to deliver your resume and be ready to answer a couple simple questions. There are some things you should check at before you truly begin your resume. Know the purpose of your resume Some folks write a resume as though the intention of the document was supposed to land work. An effective cover letter has to be compelling yet to-the-point to avoid wasting somebodys time. At any time you truly feel like completing the endeavor is a challenge, go to our site and order CVs online with just a few clicks. Look at getting qualified help If youre having a tough time to create your resume, or in case youre receiving no response w hatsoever from companies, you could think about choosing a professional resume writing service. The main goal of updating your resume for an internal job is to demonstrate the employer you have grown with the business.