Even in these uncertain times, there are ways to prove you’re a valuable employee and make a layoff less likely. Work can be extremely stressful as more companies continue to lay off staff. Most employees are overworked because of layoffs, and the fear of being the next person to be handed a “pink slip” makes our work environment even more stressful. When layoffs are necessary, Continue reading »
With so many people on the job hunt in the current recession, there are unfortunately others who want to take advantage of the situation. For example, the FDIC has issued a warning about a rise in scams involving Continue reading »
Employees are the most important asset of any organization. The future of the firm depends on the performance of its employees. The role of a human resource manager is pivotal in managing the expectations and performance of the employees. Read on to know more about human resource manager’s job description, human resource manager’s duties, Continue reading »
“When I was laid off, I was shaking so badly that I didn’t know whether I could drive home,” said Kristin, 32, a mother of three who lost a public relations job. “My heart was pounding and I felt disassociated, like the whole thing was a bad dream.”
After working at the same company for five years, David, 36, was escorted out of his building after being informed that the company was heading in a new direction and no longer needed his type of skills.
Shock, rootlessness and anger are just a few normal responses many feel when they lose their jobs to corporate downsizing. Since the national crisis on Sept. 11, the U.S. Dept. of Labor states that jobless claims are approaching 700,000 across the U.S. — the highest in nearly a decade.
How can you mitigate career risk — otherwise known as the pitfalls of marketplace change, economic turndowns, downsizing, personal health and life changes, and distasteful company politics that can wreck havoc with one’s life?
The answer lies in building a CareerPortfolio™, a career risk management approach, similar to building a financial portfolio, that can help you develop four, specific career assets, or “investments.” Why four? Because these four ingredients offer a well-balanced opportunity for you to earn, learn, and help others throughout the rest of your life. And, like a financial portfolio, you can diversify risk so that you always have a number of career options on tap.
Begin with a Personal Purpose
To build a CareerPortfolio, start by developing your personal purpose. Your personal purpose is your investment strategy that guides all of your career decisions.
Begin by answering the following questions.
How would I like to be remembered 100 years from now?
What am I passionate about?
Two projects when I made a difference in recent years are (list them):
Now think about the big picture and write down the purpose of your life by filling in the blank: The purpose of my life is to.
You can revise your personal purpose statement as needed. It will help you decide what types of opportunities are worth pursuing. You will become purposeful rather than just “busy.”
Entrepreneurship plays an important role in the economic growth and development of nation. It is a purposeful activity includes in initiation, promotion and distribution of wealth and service. An entrepreneur is a critical factor in economic development and an integral part of the socio-economic transformation. It is a risk taking activity and challenging tasks, needs utmost devotion, total commitment and greater sincerity with fullest involvement for his personal growth and personality.
Anyone with a computer knows that simply sending a blanket continues sporadically for employers just do not cut it in today’s job market. The old methods of job search and participate in networking events have been replaced by a network of more sustainable employment Quest using social media, online networking, promotion videos, and more.
According to the author and career expert Dan Schawbel, a full curriculum can remain an important element to help capture the attention of the employer or headhunter, you also need a special and unique advantage stand out from the crowd. Schawbel mark is managing partner of Millennium LLC, and an authority on what he calls “personal branding.” Continue reading »
Whether you are applying to a residency program or looking for a position as a pharmacist, your first step will probably be to prepare or update your curriculum vitae (CV). Although there is general agreement as to the basic structure of a CV, you will discover that there are many opinions about the best approach to content, format, and style. Clearly the key to an effective CV is that it be a reflection of you, highlighting your abilities, accomplishments, and personality in a concise, professional way. Continue reading »
Whether you are looking for a job today, or having to fear the possibility of dust involuntarily from your back in the near future, you must be aware of financial risks. These risks have to be a driving force in creating your feeling a sense of urgency and proactive execution of your job search strategy. Continue reading »
We give to know what kind of interview you can confront and their main characteristics.
Personal interview Continue reading »
Question: Why is interested in working for our company?
If you know the position sought try to highlight your business and cultural backgrounds with the objectives sought. Determine aspects of coherence between you and the new location is crucial. The contact points may be many: technical skills, managerial aspects, market knowledge …
Indicate your desire to grow and acquire new skills and / or knowledge, this denotes personal ambition. Continue reading »