Learn Some Basic Tips To Improve Your Writing Skills

Learn Some Basic Tips To Improve Your Writing SkillsEveryone has at one time or another had the need to improve their writing skills. Whether it is to get that big piece of work done for an assignment, or to make sure that you are delivering quality articles on a regular basis. Regardless of your reason for wanting to improve your writing skills, it is important to learn some basic tips that will help you get started on the right foot.One of the most basic tips to improve your writing skills is to write down your goals. Make a list of all the writing projects that you have in mind and make sure that you meet them at least once. This way, when you are starting to work on something new, you can take out what you have already accomplished and keep yourself moving forward.Another way to stay focused is to look at a different aspect of your writing. For example, instead of looking at the grammar of your work, try to focus on the importance of the material that you are working on. Maybe th e articles are helping you build your business, or maybe they are written with a corporate tone to attract potential clients. Whatever the case may be, you need to look at something else as a source of inspiration.A great way to improve your writing skills is to write down everything that you do not like about your job. It is important to recognize and put a stop to all of the bad habits that you have. The bad habits that you want to eliminate in order to get better are procrastination, laziness, and lack of patience. If you can rid yourself of these bad habits, you will find that you are able to write more effectively.While you may not be sure how to improve your writing skills, there are a number of websites that can show you the different ways that you can write an article and have them deliver the information that you need to be able to get the word out about your products or services. These websites can be used by individuals and small businesses alike. They offer simple instru ctions and give you sample writing for various purposes.One great tip that is good for both professionals and people just starting out is to create a follow up message or post to your website after the original piece has been posted. This way, you can create back links to your site in case someone goes to your original blog or site and then leaves a comment. This way, you are able to make contact with someone and ask them if they have any questions.Another idea for a quick way to improve your writing skills is to write your first draft with a friend or family member who will provide feedback throughout the process. You should always encourage constructive criticism. However, you also should be aware that this does not mean that you are giving them the final say, since you still need to write and revise your work independently before submitting it to the client.Improving your writing skills is an essential part of being successful in business today. These are just a few tips that can help you get started. Learn more about other ways that you can improve your writing skills and see how they can improve your business, your writing career, and your self.

Susan Joyce of Job-Hunt.org on Searching Proactively for a Job [Podcast] - Career Pivot

Susan Joyce of Job-Hunt.org on Searching Proactively for a Job [Podcast] - Career Pivot Episode #105 â€" Marc Miller interviews Susan Joyce of Job-Hunt.org fame for proactive advice. Description In this episode, Marc interviews Susan Joyce to discuss the difference between a reactive and a proactive job search. Job-Hunt.org and Susan have been helping people find jobs since 1998. Susan P. Joyce holds a BS in Education and an MBA in Information Systems. She is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and two corporate layoffs. Susan worked in HR at Harvard University and recently finished an appointment as the Visiting Scholar at MIT Sloan. Since 1998, She’s been the Publisher, Editor, Webmaster, and Chief Writer for Job-Hunt.org. Susan has been studying, writing, and speaking about online job search since 1995, building on her own unique background in Military Intelligence, technology, and human resources. A LinkedIn member since 2004, Susan has been teaching about the effective use of LinkedIn for job search for many years. Key Takeaways [1:33] Marc welcomes you to Episode 105 of the Repurpose Your Career podcast. [1:45] CareerPivot.com brings you this podcast. CareerPivot.com is one of the very few websites dedicated to those of us in the second half of life in our careers. Take a moment to check out the blog and the other resources that are delivered to you, free of charge. [2:02] If you are enjoying this podcast, Marc asks you to share it with like-minded souls. Please subscribe on CareerPivot.com, iTunes, Google Play and the Google Podcasts app, Podbean, Overcast app, TuneIn, Spotify app, or Stitcher. Share it on social media, or just tell your neighbors and colleagues. [2:22] Marc has released the 2018 Repurpose Your Career Podcast Survey. Marc thanks listeners who have already taken the survey. So far, as of November 14, the number of surveys exceeds the number from last year, so thank you! [2:40] To improve the show, Marc needs to know something about you â€" how you listen to the show; if you read the show notes; what kinds of episodes are your favorites. [2:50] Marc asks if you would kindly go to CareerPivot.com/podcast-survey (where you will be redirected to SurveyMonkey) to take the survey. Marc will publish the results in a couple of months. Marc will probably keep the survey open through mid-to-late December. He thanks you in advance for doing this survey for the podcast. [3:15] Next week, Marc will be taking you on the next steps on becoming an expat in Mexico. Marc and his wife have returned to Austin for six weeks, where they are cleaning out their condo and preparing for their return trip to become semi-permanent residents of Mexico. [3:31] Marc and his wife are coming to the end of their journey, and he wants to close things out, at least, for a little while. [3:39] This week, Marc is interviewing Susan Joyce, of Job-Hunt.org fame. Marc reads Susan’s bio and welcomes her to the Repurpose Your Career podcast. Now on to the podcast… Download Link | iTunes|Stitcher Radio|Google Podcast| Podbean | TuneIn | Overcast [5:13] Susan says she has been very fortunate in her career. In her last semester in college, she learned teaching would not be a good path for her. So, she joined the Marine Corps. It was the best job she ever had. Unfortunately, that was her first layoff. [6:25] Susan next came to Massachusetts where there were lots of opportunities. [6:29] Marc and Susan both feel that in their careers they’ve been more lucky than good. Marc only had one layoff, which was voluntary; otherwise, he chose to move. [7:12] Susan explains the difference between a reactive and a proactive job search. Waiting for job postings and applying to them is being reactive. You are limited to the postings that you find. The reactive market is really random and the most competitive job market. [7:55] In the proactive job market you leverage your network, make yourself visible, and give employers opportunities to find you. When you’re found by an employer, the shoe’s on the other foot. They’re pleading with you to work for them. It’s a stronger position for the job searcher, especially regarding salary and the choice of where you want to work. [8:43] The proactive job searcher is not competing with everybody sitting at their computer applying through for jobs. There are a lot of advantages in being proactive rather than reactive. [8:58] Someone asked Marc why recruiters weren’t finding them for jobs that they wanted. Marc advised them to make their LinkedIn profile state what they were looking for. You have to make yourself “look pretty” to be found for the job you want. If you look like a mechanic instead of an architect they will find you for mechanic jobs. [9:42] The proactive approach is best. You avoid competition; you present what you want; you focus on where you want to work. Don’t call yourself a marketing professional. No recruiter is searching for the term “marketing professional.” They search for job titles like “social media marketing manager,” or “B2B marketing analyst.” [11:02] In a proactive job search, use the exact job title of the role you want. Know the employers you want to work for and know what they call the job you want next. Use those terms in your LinkedIn profile, both in the professional headline and also in the description of your work. Including these keywords lets employers find you. [11:48] Use the right keywords in the right places. Today’s search engines do not fall for using the same keywords over and over in white letters on white space. Use them in the text where they make sense. [12:40] Think like a recruiter and how they search. Keep current with job titles as they change. Marc used to be a training manager. In today’s usage that would be learning and development. The old term MIS is replaced by IT. Using old terms stamps “old” on your forehead. Don’t refer to obsolete job skills, like MS-DOS Control Programmer. [13:59] To start your proactive job search, first target employers and jobs at those employers. Don’t target two or three, but as many as are local to you. Ask for an informational interview to build your network. Find potential good places to work and then use your network to find out if they really are good places to work. [14:43] Research the job title. Admin wizard might your current title. Most companies would call it a senior administrative assistant, so list it as admin wizard/sr. administrative assistant. That gives you the right keywords for the rest of the world. [15:56] Use these job title keywords on LinkedIn, resume, your business card, and networking card (without your employer information.) If you are not employed you do need a networking card, with a Gmail address on it, because Gmail is the most widely respected email name. Get a free Google Voice phone number to forward to your cell. [17:27] Marc tells people who wear many hats to put all the job titles that are applicable to what they do. Marc suggests using a vertical bar to separate them, but a slash also works. Always make sure you have the job titles for the job you want. [18:14] Susan explains why you need to be specific in your LinkedIn profile about your location or your planned location. [19:18] One of the best ways to use a proactive job search is to try to connect with an employee referral. Less than 20% of jobs are filled using job boards. More than 30% of jobs are filled using employee referrals. LinkedIn can find people who work for specific employers and can find connections you might have in common to reach out to them. [21:25] Marc also recommends finding people who have left the company and finding out how long they were there and why they left. They can give you an authentic view of what the culture really is. If you don’t ask, you won’t find out. [23:17] If you are unemployed, you can be really open and public about your proactive job search on and off LinkedIn. Go to the local Chamber of Commerce meeting or a local professional association. Introduce yourself in terms of the job you are seeking. Don’t represent that “you can do anything.” Take the opportunity for personal branding. [24:42] If you say you are good at everything, no one will believe you, or know what your strengths are or what you want to do. [26:20] If you are employed, you will be much more subtle. You can’t be open about a job search. You can be fired for that. Leave out anything about “seeking new opportunities” in every public discussion you are in on LinkedIn. Keep it low-profile. [28:00] This is where having the right keywords in the right places and being visible in LinkedIn groups associated with your work is helpful. Share more information about what your company does. Fill out your LinkedIn profile with lots of detail without violating corporate confidentiality rules. It will increase your marketability and help your company. [29:01] When you increase your visibility in a proactive way, you will be noticed, and hopefully, by the right people. You can also join groups that aren’t particularly related to your job, but which are interesting to you, and that you can explain easily if anybody asks. You increase your visibility and your knowledge base. [29:43] There are so many opportunities for personal marketing on LinkedIn. Follow people who work for your target employers, if they share on LinkedIn. Who you follow isn’t something that people can normally check on LinkedIn. Make yourself visible, without drawing your employer’s attention to yourself. [31:11] Recruiters are getting so desperate. There used to be 250 applications for a job. Now there are 25 applications for a job. This may mean an increase in salary for your next job. Being out there, visible and intelligent and not ranting about politics or the Red Sox, or really, ranting about anything, unless ranting is the job you want next! [31:44] Being seen out there as a professional in your field will bring attention to you. It’s not bragging to share a good article from a technical journal. Marc advises people to curate good content and then go share it, being sure to tag people that you want to see it. The idea is you are trying to be helpful and be a resource. [33:06] If you’re providing them with useful information, it’s not being a pest. [33:15] Asking people for advice is a whole lot more effective than asking them for a job. “What do you think about this? Does this strike you as a good idea?” Ask those kinds of questions when you’re tagging someone by sharing something. Or ask them for advice on how to make something happen for a particular situation, even technical questions. [33:56] When you ask for advice it’s a compliment. Ask for AIR (Advice, Insights, and Recommendations). Always ask for the recommendation or the next step. It’s your close. [34:55] The numbers associated with reactive job search vs. proactive job search should convince you to try the proactive approach. Susan estimates that 80% of the people she talks to have only tried reactive searching. As you keep track of how many jobs you apply for and how many times you hear back from a recruiter, you see it is bad. [35:41] Applying for a job, to be successful, you need to thread the needle. You need to respond very specifically to the requirements of the job. Some of those job descriptions aren’t particularly realistic. If you’re applying well, you’re investing a lot of time. Instead, spend three hours a day interacting, curating and sharing good content, or networking. [37:15] For the unemployed, job clubs are fabulous. Go to them and expand your network. Most of the people in the job club will end up with jobs. And you’ll stay in touch with those people on LinkedIn for the next job search. The lifetime job is gone. [37:56] Marc refers to the Repurpose Your Career episode with Bob McIntosh where Bob talked about activity vs. engagement. Go engage! [38:08] You can reach Susan Joyce through her contact information on LinkedIn at LinkedIn.com/in/SusanJoyce or email her at Susan@Job-Hunt.org. Don’t forget that hyphen! Marc thanks Susan for being on the podcast. [38:59] Susan Lahey and Marc are working on the next edition of Repurpose Your Career, and they are looking for your help. Marc is forming a release team of readers who will get access to pre-release chapters of the book to provide feedback. You can be part of this team by going to CareerPivot.com/RYCTeam where you can sign up. [39:35] When you sign up, you’ll receive the pre-release version of chapters when they become available. Last week, Marc read the opening chapter, and that will be available in several weeks. What Marc asks in return is for you to provide feedback and be prepared to write a review on Amazon when the book is released. [40:00] Marc and Susan are adding about eight chapters to the book and re-writing several others. Marc’s goal is to have a chapter on the podcast and to the team every four to six weeks in the coming months. Marc may start a private Facebook group for the team to discuss their thoughts. [40:39] Please go to CareerPivot.com/podcast-survey and take the 2018 Repurpose Your Career podcast survey on SurveyMonkey.com. Marc would be most appreciative for your help. Marc needs to know something about you so he can improve this podcast for you. Marc is getting a good response and would like to get as many as 100. [40:53] The CareerPivot.com/Community website has become a valuable resource for almost 50 members who are participating in the Beta phase of this project. Probably by the time this airs, Marc will have on-boarded the latest cohort. Marc will start recruiting for the next cohort by early January. [41:16] If you’re interested in the endeavor and would like to be put on the waiting list, please go to CareerPivot.com/Community. When you sign up you’ll receive information about the community as it evolves. Those in the initial cohorts will get to set the direction for this endeavor. This is a paid membership community with special content. [41:51] Marc will do a session, probably in early January, where he will be interviewing some of the members of the community about what they’re getting out of it. This is an evolving community ranging in age from the mid-fifties to the mid-sixties. [42:34] Check back next week, when Marc will take you on the next steps to becoming an ex-pat in Mexico. 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 ...

Happiness at work and Goal-Free Living - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Happiness at work and Goal-Free Living - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Me on stage at last Fridays excellent event Do you feel you have the right goals in life and at work? What do your goals do to you? Are you always chasing goals other people set for you? Are you one of the people who never seem to reach their goals? Or do you reach them but forget to enjoy it? Last Friday (Oct. 5) Christian ?rsted and I arranged an event here in Copenhagen which was all about goals: Nicolai Moltke-Leth (one of Denmarks most famous business speakers) spoke about finding your mission in life I spoke about goals at work and how your main goal should always be to be happy at work (duh!) Christian spoke about finding the energy you need for reaching your goals Stephen Shapiro spoke about Goal-Free Living how to have goals but not be a slave to them Raise your hand if The event was a smash hit and fully sold out no mean feat considering that we planned, promoted and executed the whole thing in less than 2 weeks. We rock :o) Gareth Garvey took some amazing pictures of the event. Below are some of my favorites click here to see Gareths entire photo set. Stephen Shapiro Me Nicolai Moltke-Leth Christian ?rsted Happy participants Happy participants Happy participants More great events to follow. The next one is on November 1st, its about happiness-at-work-coaching and its free! Read all about it. Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related

Benefits of Finding a Career That Fits - Hallie Crawford

Benefits of Finding a Career That Fits When it comes to finding a career there is bad news and good news. The bad news is that according to a Forbes.com survey, 87% of Americans don’t like their jobs. This means about 8 out of 10 people in America have not found the job that is best for them. However, the good news is that you can have a job you love! Here are the top 3 benefits to finding a career that fits you…. Benefit 1: Fulfillment. When you have a career that fits, you feel fulfilled in your job. Results: Work is fun! You are inspired and have a passion. You are energized and excited to get out of bed in the morning. You have a sense of meaning and purpose in your life. This creates a strong motivation to succeed. When you are fulfilled, it affects all areas of your life. You are happier in your personal and your professional life. Benefit 2: Leverage Natural Talents and Abilities. When you have a career that fits, you use and leverage your natural talents and abilities. Results: Fulfillment. You are fulfilled when you use your natural gifts. It is a fact that people who use their natural abilities often, tend love their work. Pride. You have a sense of pride from using your unique talents and gifts. Confidence.By leveraging your natural talents, you gain confidence and self worth. Benefit 3: Professional Success. When you have a career that fits, you are more effective and successful at your job. Results: You are more productive, effective and therefore more likely to be promoted. When you follow your passion, you are more financially successful. You feel a greater sense of control over your life You are leading your life…not your life leading you. Don’t settle for less than a career that fits! Find fulfillment, leverage your talents, become more successful. It’s very easy to get comfy in a career that is less than perfect for you. Don’t allow that to happen. You don’t have to settle for less. You can have a career you truly enjoy. Start today! Not sure what your ideal career is?  Contact me for a complimentary consultation!

Writing a Professor Resume For an Adjunct English Degree

Writing a Professor Resume For an Adjunct English DegreeWriting a Professor Resume for an Adjunct English Degree is just like the task of writing a PhD or MFA thesis. The professor in question has changed his course of study and is now teaching an MBA program. While writing your own resume is something you might want to avoid, this is something that can be done at the last minute when the time for submitting it has come around.The last thing that you would like to avoid doing is knowing if you have a full-time job and you are going to be able to apply for it. It might be a good idea to submit your resume as soon as possible and you would need to have a job lined up before you are able to do so. Getting yourself a letter of acceptance from a job interview will help you have the job you have dreamed of for some time. Even if you cannot get the job you really want you still have a place to go and to make new friends.A lot of people do not know that writing a Professor Resume for an Adju nct English Degree is something that is similar to writing a PhD thesis. It takes a person with many different skills to be able to do so. The main difference between a thesis and a resume is that a thesis is written by the researcher. On the other hand, while you would be writing a resume you would be writing on behalf of the company or university.You would also need to remember that while your academic background may not match that of the company or university in which you are applying, you would still need to have the necessary skills to get the job you are applying for. This does not mean that you have to provide the exact same qualifications that they require. You should be able to show them that you are a writer who can deliver a piece of work that is engaging and convincing.This is because your resume will have to be written by someone who has done research into the company's requirements, to see what they will require in order to do business with them. You will need to focus on your skills and personality rather than on what the company is looking for.When it comes to writing a Professor Resume for an Adjunct English Degree, you can't expect to get it right the first time. You might be more comfortable with the flow of the first chapter, but the rest of the document might need some work to make it as good as it can be.You might need to do some editing to the Professor Resume and even to the writing to make it readable and relevant. Writing a resume for an Adjunct English Degree will take a lot of time and effort and you would want to make sure that you are making the most of your efforts.

Academic Advisor Cover Letter Example - ZipJob

Academic Advisor Cover Letter Example Spread the loveAre you looking for an academic advisor cover letter example?Well youve come to the right place.We put together a good academic cover letter sample.You can also check out a good example of an academic advisor resume here.Academic Advisor Cover Letter ExampleName | Email | Mobile | LinkedInDateDear Mr. XXXX:   FIND THE NAME!   Call and find out who to make it out to; it’s imperative that you personalize communications.I am writing to express my interest in working for xxx as your xxx, and have enclosed my resume and credentials for your consideration. Review of my credentials will confirm that I am a dependable, passionate and high-performing professional with strong interpersonal and communication skills.    I have extensive academic qualifications including the pursuit of my MBA from Georgia College and State University combined with several years of experience increasing enrollment and recruitment/admissions for key Universities.  I am a strong leader with the ab ility to develop strategic initiatives to ensure continued growth and retention in highly competitive environments.Other highlights of my career that would help me to exceed as your Graduation Coach would be:Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize a busy workload and ensure complex projects are delivered on time and exceed expectationsExperienced in working with students â€" I am able to develop trust and relationships quickly, and will utilize my strong interpersonal skills to greatly increase initial and continued enrollmentSuperior technical skills with expertise in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outloook) as well as Salesforce, Banner, MS Office Suite, WordPress, WixProven leader â€" currently manage the entire Recruitment and Admissions process for University clients and lead team members to ensure critical projects are completed timely and exceed all expectationsConsistently a top performer-my career showcases promotions and the receipt of coveted awardsIn particular, the strong relationships I build with clients, team members, managers and the community has resulted in significant increases in project success and gained an enormous amount of respect.   I am confident that my personal touch and ability to build lasting relationships would be a welcome addition to xxx.   My resume will provide additional details concerning my qualifications and accomplishments, and I would welcome the opportunity for an interview to discuss the performance you can expect from me.Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.   I look forward to hearing from you soon.Sincerely,Name, MBAcEnclosureYou can also check out our post with some important tips for writing a cover letter here.  

Zebit Challenge Day 7 Financial Wellness Feels So Good! - Work It Daily

Zebit Challenge Day 7 Financial Wellness Feels So Good! - Work It Daily I made it! Well, almost. Today’s the last day on my Zebit challenge and I feel pumped. I’m not going to lie, I am going to splurge on a decaf latte tomorrow. But, I have really been reminded about how much money I waste on the little indulgences. I will definitely be mindful of my spending and be using my new mantra, “When I save, I win,” to fight the urge to purchase unnecessary items. Related: Zebit Challenge Day 6: My New Budgeting Mantra I’m Not Stopping Now…And Neither Should You! When you start to feel smarter about budgeting and get a good sense of your smartest financing options for large or unexpected purchases, it inspires you to keep going. That’s why I’m excited to take some time to review some of the incredible free financial wellness tools offered by Zebit. If your employer offers Zebit as an employee benefit, you, the employee, can visit their site and sign up for free. Once inside, you’ll find 15 modules designed to help you get smarter on all sorts of financial topics. If your employer has not implemented Zebit in your organization yet, you can still take a personalized financial self-assessment and download the Zebit Instant Budget App for free. It is 100% FREE for employers to adopt Zebit. Get bonus points if you introduce Zebit to your employer. Your coworkers will be grateful to the person that brings this benefit to the company. So, why shouldn’t you be their hero?! With two children, I’m going to be checking out the modules on saving for college. But, I’m also excited to learn about savings and investments too. Financial Wellness Is Like Going To The Gym. What I’ve realized about financial wellness is the more consistently you educate yourself, the stronger you get. Just like going to the gym. I make the time to go because I care about my health. I don’t see it as something I have to do, but as something I want to do. This Zebit challenge has changed me from dreading financial education to embracing it. Feeling good about my ability to budget properly and manage my finances effectively is something I want to keep feeling. Your Last Challenge! Alright, I said it earlier, but am feeling the love for Zebit after all the financial clarity I’ve received from this challenge in a short 7 day time period. My last and final challenge to you is to ask your employer’s HR or Benefits department to offer Zebit to its employees! It is free to your employer and free to you. You will have access to Zebit’s free financial wellness tools to keep your own education going, be granted a ZebitLine without a credit check, and will have access to the Zebit Market to make a purchase and pay over time without paying any interest or fees. Zebit’s whole program makes that $7 go a lot farther and helps reduce stress during unexpected and expensive events. If seven days can help us look differently at our finances and motivate us to want to do better, imagine what will happen when you commit to making financial education a habit. Financial freedom will be your reward! It’s Been Fun - Let’s Stay In Touch! Thanks again for following me through this seven-day challenge. I look forward to connecting with you to hear about your own successes. I invite you to reach out to me on LinkedIn or Twitter. P.S - Here are links to the Zebit resources so you can get started! Zebit’s Free Financial Education Resources Zebit Instant Budgeting App Don't miss: Zebit Challenge Day 1: My Financial Stress Reality Check Zebit Challenge Day 2: Budgeting 101 Zebit Challenge Day 3: Budgeting Curveballs (Ouch, I’ve Been Hit!) Zebit Challenge Day 4: Enough Already, Time To Prioritize Zebit Challenge Day 5: My Budgeting Hacks Zebit Challenge Day 6: My New Budgeting Mantra Related Posts 5 Tips To Uncover Company Culture 3 Sneaky Ways To Research A Company Company Culture Is Important To Hiring Managers 18+ years of experience in the development of professional HR tools and resources. Has delivered 200+ presentations to more than 10,000 professionals on a wide variety of career topics. Managed teams of 50+ with budgets of $35M+. Launched www.CAREEREALISM.com, which is now a top 3 career blog with 2,300,000+ monthly pageviews, 1,000,000+ visitors/month, 1,500,000+ social media followers, and 100,000+ daily email subscribers. Founded the first Career Improvement Platform, www.CareerHMO.com, an online resource that helps users solve their career problems faster and better than they could on their own. Currently has 5,000+ active members..   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 Us Today!