4 Reasons You Wont Win That Talent

4 Reasons You Wont Win That Talent Over a decade ago, after the company I was working for in New York City was sold, I experienced something many people experience in their careers â€" unemployment. After moving to a new city where the industry I had previously worked in clearly didn’t exist, I was forced to start over again from square one. I embarked upon a number of job interviews, trying to keep an open mind. I knew I was starting over, and any job offer was an opportunity for me to prove myself and work my way up the ladder…or so I thought. I soon discovered that no matter how open-minded you are or how desperate your situation becomes, some jobs just aren’t worth your time. Now I’m not recommending that jobseekers become “job snobs” and refuse to accept opportunities they think are beneath them. Every jobseeker must decide what is or isn’t a good fit for his or her experience and education level â€" and as I said before, I was willing to take several steps back in order to make a new start. But just as candidates have certain responsibilities when interviewing, so do employers when offering a job. When these responsibilities aren’t met, it’s a clear warning sign that the candidate should continue his or her job search elsewhere. Had I known this many years ago, it would have saved me much time and frustration. Perhaps I can save a few jobseekers the same frustration by pointing out a few red flags. 1. Unwillingness to divulge job details One of the jobs I applied for during my period of unemployment simply stated it was an “advertising job,” but I was told I had to attend the interview in order to find out anything further. Since I had worked in advertising for the past several years, I figured I was a shoe-in. When I arrived, I found a large room full of people waiting to interview, and none of them were dressed in interview attire. Soon after, I was told the company was looking for people to sell coupon books door-to-door, and every jobseeker I spoke to was offered the job. Needless to say, I kept looking. Unfortunately, this wasn’t the only interview I went on without knowing the job details, but again, I wasn’t in a position to be picky. Some employers aren’t interested in your qualifications â€" they will hire anyone and everyone to compensate for high turnover, particularly for low-skilled commission-based positions. While this type of job can be lucrative for some, it’s not for everyone, and the fact that an employer is reluctant to give any job details before the interview is a definite warning sign. 2. Disorganization during the interview In another job interview, I again arrived to find a room full of people invited to interview for one position. We were then required to take a lengthy test to determine our level of knowledge of the industry and the job’s required skills. After completing the test, I sat down with the hiring manager who proceeded to ask me a series of questions that were completely unrelated to the job for which I was applying. Soon after, she realized she was interviewing me for the wrong position. A few days later, I called to inquire about the results of my test and the status of my application. I was told, “Yeah, everyone does well on that test,” and that they’d get back to me. Not surprisingly, I never heard from them again. Having witnessed the difficulty the employer had with recruiting and interviewing for one position, I can only imagine the problems the chosen candidate encountered after accepting the offer. 3. Inability to convey job requirements At one point during my job search, I answered an ad listing a number of job requirements that I easily met. After submitting my resume, I was asked to come in for an interview. Upon arriving and sitting down with the hiring manager, before being asked a single question, I was told that after closer scrutinisation, my skills were not a fit for the job’s responsibilities. Apparently, due to the hiring manager’s inability to effectively write a job ad or screen a resume, numerous candidates without the required qualifications were invited in for an interview, then immediately asked to leave. As frustrating as it was to have my time wasted, I was very glad I was made aware of the employer’s incompetence before being offered a position and having to deal with it as an employee. 4. Management can’t handle stress Before obtaining permanent employment, I worked a long-term temporary assignment that lasted several weeks. During this time, it was a normal occurrence for the manager of my department to have an emotional breakdown in her office. Several times a week, she would sob uncontrollably while on the phone, causing one of the employees to walk over and close her office door to give her some privacy. I never inquired about the reasons for her breakdowns as I knew my assignment would soon be coming to an end. However, I felt sorry for both her and her employees. No one in the department ever addressed it, and they all walked on eggshells around her. It made for an uncomfortable work environment that I was glad I would not be a permanent part of. After a number of false starts, I eventually landed in the recruiting industry, and nine years ago, I interviewed with a company with whom I’ve been happily employed ever since. While hindsight is always 20/20, working in recruiting makes one keenly aware of the responsibility of both the candidate AND the employer in a job interview. Just because the employer is the one making the hiring decision and paying the salary doesn’t mean they don’t have to sell themselves to the candidate. A top candidate has many options, and without top candidates, there can be no top employers. So a word of advice from a former candidate who’s made every possible mistake â€" choose your employer carefully, because your career accomplishments will never exceed your employer’s limitations.

How To Become Certified In Resume Writing

How To Become Certified In Resume WritingSome of the most common jobs require the ability to become certified in resume writing. Having this skill will help you stand out from the rest of the applicants and ultimately land the job.Resume writing is a way for employers to see how good you are with words. It's not necessary to be the best writer in the world; this is just a confidence boost that employers like. You can get certified in resume writing by creating hundreds or even thousands of resumes and explaining to your employer what you think the reader should do with each one.Learning the basics of resume writing does not have to be hard. The basic steps to take are to write a summary paragraph that explains what your desired career is. Also make sure you write a few paragraphs that clearly list the skills you have and offer a summary of your professional experience.In order to make the most out of your writing, you must also include the job description and salary you are requestin g. When you learn how to become certified in resume writing, you will be able to write your resume by yourself. You will also learn to format it in a way that will make it appear professional and to show the employer that you really are someone who can perform the job.Resume writing has become more important with the new technology that comes out all the time. If you are trying to become certified in resume writing, you should have a computer in your home that is linked to the internet. It doesn't matter if you have a poor internet speed or the PC is not equipped with enough memory to keep up with your resume. With the right software, you can also upload and download your resume in a matter of seconds.Besides making sure that you can write an effective resume, the next step in becoming certified in resume writing is to see what types of companies hire new workers. For example, you can look for a company that hires workers, in a position that you may be qualified for and tell them th at you can write a resume and they will send you an application. This will help you to become certified in resume writing because you will be able to convince the company that you are the best candidate for the job.Creating a resume is not difficult. When you are trying to become certified in resume writing, it is also not hard to learn how to present your resume. Using bullet points in your resume is a great way to make your resume stand out from the rest.Learning how to become certified in resume writing can help you find that perfect job you have always wanted. As a result, you will find that applying for jobs is a lot easier. As a result, you will have more time to devote to other projects that you love doing.

Secrets of an obsesssive note taker gone bad

Secrets of an obsesssive note taker gone bad Heres the scene: Ryan Healy and I are going through all the stuff we need to change on our new site. We have ideas to spruce things up. And also were sick of all the stuff we do by hand. We need more automation. And we look over at Ryan Paugh, and hes not taking notes. I say, Ryan you need to remember this stuff. Will you take notes? He says, Im taking mental notes. If this were a joke, it would not be funny. But Ryan Paugh is serious. Which Ryan Healy and I understand immediately. And we fall on the floor laughing. I tell Ryan Paugh that mental notes is a joke. No one takes a mental note taker seriously. It looks like they dont care. Even if youre a genius, I tell him, you have to take notes to show you are engaged. It used to be that note taking was for secretaries. When hotshots didnt type, hotshots didnt take notes. But now we know that people actually learn more when they write as they listen, and people learn more when they translate what they are hearing into their own idea nuggets, so it makes sense that writing notes is a hot-shot job now. Everyone takes notes. Look at the Democratic debates. Every time Hillary or Barack did not like what was happening, they took notes. Not that I believe they need to take notes. I mean, each of them must have practiced their answers to every possible question 400 times. There are no spontaneous ideas in a presidential debate. I think the candidates actually use note taking to get a break while still looking attentive. They can put their head down, scowl, and write something like, I hate Hillary I hate Hillary, and then look up, bright and smiley. Fast-forward to my last meeting with investors, where the guy Im with, who is a great guy and will probably invest in our company, outlines how hed like to run the financing. I reach into my bag to get a pen and paper, and I realize I dont have one. I dig a little, but I actually feel that it looks disorganized to dig too much in ones purse. And besides, I dont want to dig and then come up with nothingthat is disorganized and desperate. So I decide that I can memorize what hes telling me. Anyway, what entrepreneur forgets how much someone is giving to her company? Its not a number you forget. But then he stood up to write more financing options on the white board. I glanced down at my purse to see if a pen materialized. I watched the white board carefully, thinking that he will think Im very smart that I am one of those people who remembers everything. Like the waiters at expensive restaurants who dont write down your order and get it right every time. But then the financing got very complicated, and surely you know, I am not a finance person. Ryan Healy is actually good at finance, and I was thinking he should have been there. Then I thought: he should have been there because he would have brought me a pen. Then I wanted to ask the investor for a pen. But I thought if I ask now, hell know that I am not actually a person who can memorize every little thing, and that I probably have forgotten half of what he said in this meeting, and then things will not be going well. So I just sat, and tried to remember as much as I could. He picks up an eraser and makes a move to erase the board so he can write more: Do you have all this? he says. Can I erase it? I say, Uh huh. He says, I guess youre a person who takes mental notes.

The New THINK Before You Speak - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

The New THINK Before You Speak - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career How are you coming across to others? As society moves forward we continually need to push ourselves to learn new techniques, incorporate the best of the older ones and leave the dinosaur type methodologies behind. Yesterday, I spent cherished time with a friend who shared excellent insight on the new definition of “THINK before you speak”. Reviewing the genesis of what was previously learned, let’s begin with what should be left behind. In the past, to be regarded as an expert, one needed to be formal, somewhat egotistical and speak as if only we knew what truly mattered. Unfortunately for those who remain in this pattern, they only attract similar minded folks but the rest of us have moved on. In the middle of the evolving expert movement, is the ability to warmly greet others to find out what they are all about in terms of person, character and business. Relationship building, smiling and speaking from a point of caring was novel for a salesperson in the 1990’s and remains important in business today. The significance of what “THINK before you speak” now stands for is: “Truth, Heart-felt, Inspiring message, and Kindness”. Imagine the difference business owners, salespeople, diplomats, and every other profession and individual will see upon adopting this philosophy as their own every time they speak. Not only will you attract far greater interest, ours will be a kinder and gentler society. This also goes to my terminology of “Magnetic Communication”, attracting others to what you have to offer. When others do find you inspiring, that you offer help and that you are a kind and good-hearted business person, there is no doubt more will do business with you. Consider how you might incorporate this philosophy when you are networking and asked the question “What do you do?” Apply the concept to your profile pages and in your mission statement as well. Are your followings growing as well as you would like on your favorite social media sites? Consider the content you provide there. Is there a tweak that might be made for future postings that might increase the growth of your followings? Do you take the time to communicate in a helpful manner in addition to supporting others in their endeavors on these sites? While we may view others as the experts, in truth, we are each an expert for what we know. Work to develop inspiring messaging whereby others may learn from your hard lessons, what you find to work the best, or how you help others. What have you read or heard recently that inspired you? Share that with your followings; you and they will be glad you did. Approaching life and business in this manner is what will best develop your personal brand. Good word of mouth will become a strong element in recognizing you as a leader, and referrals will be offered without having to ask. When others see your sincerity upfront, they will scramble to help you succeed. The moment I heard the meaning of THINK, I recognized it is precisely what will put you on the wave of the Smooth Sale! Author: Elinor Stutz, CEO of Smooth Sale, (800) 704-1499; is an Inspirational Speaker and Author of Three Books:  â€œINSPIRED Business A New View for Building Business and Communities”.  â€œNice Girls DO Get the Sale: Relationship Building That Gets Results”, and  â€œHIRED! How to Use Sales Techniques to Sell Yourself On Interviews. Elinor was designated as a “Top 25 Sales Influencer for 2012 by Open View Labs.”

Halfway Hustle 2016 Day 4 Get Support - Classy Career Girl

Halfway Hustle 2016 Day 4 Get Support Make sure you start with Halfway Hustle Day 1  and Halfway Hustle Day 2  and Halfway Hustle Day 3 first! HALFWAY HUSTLE 2016 Day 4: Get Support   Pep Talk: When women support each other, incredible things happen. Find your cheerleaders. Find your tribe. If you do, the next 6 months will be a whole lot easier and a lot more fun. I had a “coach” a few weeks ago tell me that my 2016 goal was unrealistic. That’s not the type of support I need in my life. You? Get around the people that believe in you and your dreams. Find the friends that will say, “If anyone can do it, you can do it!” That’s what my mastermind ladies just told me last week about my vision for CCG and now I am unstoppable! ?? Action: Write the answers to the below questions down and DO! Before July 1st hits, ask for help. Get support where you are stuck. 1. What help do you need to reach your goals? 2. Who will you contact and when? If you are ready to take your job search or business to the next level in the next 6 months and are SERIOUS about getting the support you need to make your goals happen, I can’t even begin to tell you how many amazing resources are waiting for you in our membership sites. Not to mention that there is a supportive community of unbelievable women who inspire each other on a daily basis with their hustle and daily actions. Weve gone through your goals and what you need to do now in depth. Now, its time to make a commitment. This is the LAST day before the second half of the 2016 starts and Dec 31st will be here before you know it. The fact is, finding a job or starting and growing a business is tough. Let alone finding and creating the career or business that you were BORN to do by yourself. Thats why over the last 5 years I have designed 2 internationally recognized career e-learning platforms and communities where we show you exactly the steps you need to take to go from stuck to unstuck. whether you are on the dream job hunt OR starting and growing a business. ***Not a member? Join until 11:59pm EST TONIGHT, June 30th, for only $1 with promo code DOLLARFIRSTMONTH so you really have nothing to lose…..time is running out. Corporate Rescue Plan (for soon to be, new and current entrepreneurs): www.corporaterescueplan.com/tryit Love Your Career Formula (for job searchers or anyone unsure of what career they want): www.loveyourcareerformula.com/tryit P.S. If you still have questions or are trying to decide whether our membership communities are the right program for you, my team and I are on hand to answer your questions. Hear from our members:

Connecting with Recruiters - The Targeted Job Search [Updated] - Career Pivot

Connecting with Recruiters - The Targeted Job Search [Updated] - Career Pivot Connecting with Recruiters is Vital In this social media connected world, recruiters have become the mesh that holds things together. Connecting and cultivating relationships with recruiters and other HR professionals is critical. Before you read on, this is the fourth in this series on the Targeted Job Search. If you have not read the previous steps this is a good time to read the rest of the Targeted Job Search series. Recruiters are people, and they entered the profession because they like dealing with people. I know, I know. You have run into some really bad recruiters…people who do not respond to e-mails or phone calls! Most recruiters are under extreme stress from tight deadlines to hiring managers who do not know what they want or do not know how to interview. Here are three things I want you to know about recruiters: They change jobs frequently. With the ups and downs of the economy, recruiters are often the first to be laid off when things get bad and the first to be hired when things turn around. They connect with almost everyone in their organizations and carry those connections from company to company. Therefore, they have very large networks. Recruiters are often the person in between you and the hiring manager. It is key to cultivate these relationships! Connecting on LinkedIn with recruiters For each company on your target list, you should do the following: Go to LinkedIn advanced search and perform a search of the title field for recruiter in the name. I actually use the following search string “recruiter OR Talent OR Human Resources OR HR,” as some organizations do not use “recruiter” in their titles or may not have someone in HR dedicated to recruiting. Identify a recruiter and send them a connection request. In it, state why you want to connect. A good example is as follows: Dear insert recruiters name, I am very interested in a marketing position at xyz company (if there is a current position open mention it.) Are you the recruiter who handles these kinds of positions? If not, will you direct me to the recruiter who does? Could we set up a time to talk about your organization? In the mean time, please accept this invitation to connect. Listen to the most recent episode Your name When the recruiter receives your invitation, three things will happen: Almost every time, the recruiter will accept your invitation to connect. You will now rise higher in their searches because you are a first-degree connection. Also, their network of company employees is now your 2nd-degree connections. You now will be able to see full names of employees within the target company! If the recruiter likes your profile, they will likely reach out to you for a short conversation via e-mail or over the phone. They may forward you on to the recruiter who handles the positions you are looking for. What if they accept my connection but I never hear from them? Send them an e-mail or LinkedIn message. You are now a first-degree connection on LinkedIn. When you do hear from them, do not forget to ask them for AIR â€" Advice, Insights, and Recommendations! Recruiters need you as much as you need them. They are looking for referrals. When you talk with them, always be polite and courteous. Always complete the conversation with how can I help you? Remember that recruiters move around. Keep track of their career moves using LinkedIn Contacts functions. Be helpful to them, even when you are not looking for your next gig. Recruiters and the Interview Recruiters often control the interview process. They will be the person that will do all of the scheduling and will likely be your contact at the company. One of the common complaints I get from clients is the recruiter has gone silent. They have not heard anything from the recruiter or the hiring manager after an interview. Many of my clients will start suffering from MSU Syndrome (Make Stuff Up). They do not have any idea why the recruiter has gone silent and they start making up stories. When this happens they need to focus on what they do control which is to contact the recruiter. If you still have not gotten a response, I would want you to use the takeaway close technique which I describe in the post 3 Steps to Get the Hiring Manager or Recruiter to Respond. Make Yourself Memorable Recently, I had a client run the interview gauntlet with a major tech employer. However, he did not get the job. He had a chance to speak with the recruiter after he was told he was not selected and the recruiter told him that the top 2 people really liked him, but the 2 junior members of the team did not think he could keep up. My client really does need to focus on his health and needs to radiate a healthier image. This feedback was invaluable. The recruiter contacted him a couple of weeks later and set up a phone interview for a different position at the company. My client had done well enough in the first set of interviews that the recruiter would put him forward for more positions. I have suggested that my client send him a $10 Starbuck gift card as a way to say thanks even if he does not get the job. Rarely do people think to go back and thank recruiters for all of their help. Believe me when I say, if you treat recruiters right they will remember you and that will pay off over and over and over again. Have you had a good experience with a recruiter? Tell us about it in the comment box below. To read the rest of the Targeted Job Search series click here. Marc Miller Like what you just read? Share it with your friends using the buttons above. Like What You Read? Get Career Pivot Insights! Check out the Repurpose Your Career Podcast Do You Need Help With ...

[Book Review] The Zen of Executive Presence Build Your Business Success Through Strategic Image Management by David A. McKnight - CareerEnlightenment.com

information can detract  from my professional presence by removing some of the mystique that surrounds my position and authority.”In a nutshell, The Zen of Executive Presence, will help you develop a professional image that suits you and then develop and maintain it gracefully. This  can only lead to more confidence and success!This book officially launches in October.A book launch and wine tasting event takes place Oct. 4 in New York. Check out the Eventbrite page for tickets and details at https://authordavidmcknight.eventbrite.com/It’s available now on  amazon.

How To Advance Your Career At The Office Party

How To Advance Your Career At The Office Party Its that time of year when the holiday parties start popping up on your calendar. Some parties are going to be times to relax and let it all hang out (whatever your particular group of cronies likes to hang out and do), but the office party is a different kind of festive occasion. Corporate Celebrations Are Career-Oriented Dont make the mistake of forgetting about Monday morning when you are in party mode. Its important to know your etiquette for office holiday parties because everything that happens is remembered and discussed. The party is the companys way of expressing appreciation for your hard work, but it isnt an excuse to get drunk or act in ways you will regret. If you are interested in improving your career, the office party is a great place to make connections with people you would not be able to talk to during normal business operations. Office Parties Are Networking Opportunities Think of this occasion as a fancy networking session. You are dressed up but make sure you still look like a professional rather than a party animal. You might be drinking alcohol but make sure it doesnt negatively affect your behavior. The rules are relaxed so you can talk to the boss or others higher in the organization without an appointment. You know that there will be memories of the party, so make sure the memories of you are good. Think about that classic 80/20 ratio and plan on listening 80% of the time.   You dont want to wake up the next morning, remember how you acted, and groan. Ask questions, make connections, but dont monopolize the evening trying to get the boss to notice how great you are. This is a time to be enjoyed, but it also is a time that can be good for your career.