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May72021 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Proven strategies to cope layoff

Career

In the months, weeks, and days leading up to a "restructuring", the stress levels within the company escalate as rumors spread and tensions build. When the day finally arrives, many people are actually relieved to be laid off. If they are lucky, they receive a severance package that will give them some breathing space while they refocus and look for another job. They often qualify for employment insurance benefits, and they have the sympathy and support of their friends and family. After the initial period of shock, grief, sadness, and anger, most people recover from being laid off and move on to more satisfying employment opportunities. The Effects of Downsizing on Layoff Survivors But what about those they leave behind? Beyond the pep talk they receive on the day many of their ...

Mar102021 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Pros, cons and loans in self employment

Business

The pros and cons of self employment are actually pretty great in number, and they might not even be the same for every professional who’s ever dabbled with work at home. For some, hours of working alone can be refreshing, invigorating and the perfect environment for finishing projects. For others, the sheer loneliness of self employment is a deal-breaker. What does it take to work at home? Self Employment: The Pros Who doesn’t want to call the shots, be the boss and make all the decisions? Sure, self employment is great for independence. But at the same time, even that could be considered a con. What are the pros of self employment, and do these positives make up for the negatives that might come with working on one’s own? Flexible Hours. Need to be three hours late next Wedn...

Dec22020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Learn using keywords in your resume

Career

Keywords are specific words or phrases used to describe an applicant’s skills or experience. They are often specific buzzwords that are used in a particular industry. For example, someone looking for a job in a writing field might use specific words like “copywriter” or “business writer.” A person looking for a management position might use words like “change management,” or “organizational leadership.” Why Should Applicants Use Keywords In a Resume? A resume is a marketing tool and is used to convince the recruiter or hiring manager that the applicant is a good bet and should be brought in for an interview. Considering that many recruiters spend 10 seconds or less reviewing resumes, that marketing message has to be powerful and quick. Keywords put an applicant’s skills into focu...

Nov42020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

How to tell it is time to change careers

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If the thought of returning to work in the New Year 2021, post-COVID pandemic, gives anyone the dry heaves or shakes, without the benefit of the night before, it's probably time to consider options for a new career path. Burn out and boredom from the present workload are both stress inducing; at least considering and researching other options gives a sense of doing something and taking control. Is it Burn Out, Boredom, or Something Else The first step is to decide if it is the job, the employee, or something else that is causing those knots in the stomach and that panic feeling upon arriving at work. Is the work situation and/or environment a healthy one or one filled with put downs and anxiety? Is the job challenging or just stress inducing? Is the workload OK but the co-workers...

Dec132018 by Ryan Fitnessgoals9 Comments

Recognizing When It’s Time To Seek New Employment

Career

Sometimes, it’s hard to tell when your current job is challenging rather than mentally and emotionally draining. Knowing when it’s time to leave and look for new and more satisfying employment can save you a lot of time, energy and frustration. Here are a few signs to keep an eye out for. You No Longer Feel You’re Growing Have you been feeling your current job has nothing else to offer you? While it’s understandable to want to wait around for a new project to make you feel reinvigorated, what if that doesn’t happen? What if you find yourself feeling exactly how you do now when that project is over? Feeling as if you’ve hit a ceiling is a sign it’s time to make some changes You’ve Been (Unsuccessfully) Suppressing the Urge to Find a New Job Maybe you’ve found yourself checking out...

Sep262018 by Paul LinusNo Comments

How to Make Yourself Marketable for a Job

Career

With the economy in the shape it is currently in, jobs are generally very difficult to come by. We all likely know someone who is being directly affected by unemployment, or it may be you personally. If you are unemployed, the best thing to do is to concentrate all of your efforts on presenting yourself as employable and marketable as possible. I have some tips to share to help prepare you for the dog-eat-dog job market out there. It is competitive, and you must stand out and represent yourself as different from the rest. This is how you land a job, by selling yourself. Consumers want the best product for their money, and it is no different in the employment world. The Right Job for You Be sure to apply for jobs which you are well-qualified for and believe are a good fit for y...