Three reasons its great to graduate in 2014

Three reasons its great to graduate in 2014 If youre staring down the barrel of your final few weeks at Warwick, take comfort in the fact this is a good time to graduate and certainly better than at any time since the infamous  credit crunch. In todays guest post James Howell, Content and Marketing Executive, from graduate-jobs.com  blogs about three reasons to feel glad youre graduating in 2014 1. There are more opportunities In February 2014 the Association of Graduate Recruiters released a report based on their survey of over 200 graduate employers and their plans to recruit the next cohort of graduates.  Their findings were encouraging: the results showed an unprecedented jump in the number of graduates these companies expected to recruit, from 4% increase in 2013 to a significant 10.2% for 2014. This equates to approximately 23,000 more graduate jobs. Chief Executive of the AGR, Stephen Isherwood, described the increase as ‘welcome news’. Some of the sectors that showed huge increases  were IT and Telecommunications (40.3%), Public Sector (20.3%) and Energy, Utilities and Water with 17.5%. These certainly mark a welcome change from the doom and gloom thats characterised media coverage of the graduate job market in recent years. And more importantly, its good news for you, as capable students from high performing universities  are in demand. This doesnt mean you can get complacent. Yes, the job market is more buoyant but you still have to invest time and effort in both your job search and applications. As Isherwood states: We know that, even through the darkest days of the recession, our members reported unfilled vacancies because they couldnt find graduates with the right mix of skills and attributes. Graduates need to think carefully about their applications and ensure they understand what a potential employer is looking for 2. Employers want YOU The 2014 High Fliers report promises good things for Warwick graduates. Although theres much speculation as to how the data is collated, the report revealed that Warwick was the seventh most targeted institution for the Times Top 100 employers. That means youre in pretty good company and have something of a head start. Not only do employers look more favourably  on Warwick applicants (and their peers from other high-profile universities) but appearing is on the list is arguably indicative of the scale and frequency of on campus recruitment activity. What does this mean for you? Well, more opportunities to meet employers, build your networks and amass the information you need to make informed career choices and strong applications. 3. Theres no  reason to panic If  youve  missed the deadline for the traditional milk round period, dont panic.  Some  of the big graduate employers are starting to move away from the traditional  recruitment window of  September to January in favour of rolling recruitment. There are graduate schemes for all seasons and these companies offer excellent career opportunities  and a more flexible recruitment pattern. And dont forget that big graduate recruiters only occupy a slice of the graduate job market. Its easy to lose perspective when youre a student at Warwick and assume that Times Top 100 employers represent the outer limits of your career horizons. Yes, Warwick students have an impressive track record with these recruiters and are certainly sought after,  but there are two things to remember: In some careers typically the creative industries or public affairs you may have to take a more circuitous route, and build your experience through internships, work placements and fixed term roles. If youre looking for graduate schemes with a structured training programme and a high starting salary, prepare for disappointment. There are more applicants for graduate training schemes, than there are vacancies. Its a simple numbers game. Most graduates start their career in an SME, so tap into this market to give yourself the best chance of success. Smaller businesses might not have the prestige, but they can be  a fast track to career development. So next time you feel a sense of dread and anxiety at leaving the Warwick Bubble (and the impending misery of finals!) take a step back and remind yourself that things are looking pretty positive.

Get the Best Rated Resume Writing Services

Get the Best Rated Resume Writing ServicesHave you heard of the best rated resume writing services? These days, your chances to land a good job is more important than ever. With so many people trying to find their place in the world, there are now jobs that pay you by the hour or pay by the project.You need to keep in mind that as an employer, you have to be able to spot a potential employee that you want to retain for your company. So, how do you choose who is the best one for your resume writing needs?You need to set up some criteria on what you are looking for before you begin looking for them. There are so many things to consider when looking for resume writers. The first thing you want to look for is the company's credentials. Do they have many years of experience?Some prospective writers may not know much about resumes and they are unaware of the importance of what it is that you require. So, they may have worked with resumes for other companies. So, you would want to ensure th at they are able to create the perfect resume without any problems.Another criterion you should look for in a service is customer feedback. Many writers may be eager to produce a good resume and they may also try to write a short feedback to show their ability to make a quality resume. This kind of feedback is important in determining whether you need to continue using their services or not. In fact, a great resume writer will be able to provide you with feedback, which will help you in deciding if they are the best for you.If you don't have any of these criteria in mind, then the resume writer may not be the best for you. The last thing you want to do is waste your time and money hiring someone who doesn'thave a very good resume to begin with. Good thing there are now so many companies out there who provide high quality services.A few of them include Resveratrol Resume Services, Resumescape, Spruce Resume Services, etc. These are just a few of the names you can find. They all can p rovide the same level of quality, however, they will also offer you different rates and different services.They may offer you a resume writer for a small fee, but they will be able to provide you with the same service at a much cheaper rate. These are just a few of the reasons why hiring a professional resume writer is important. Always remember to keep in mind that the best rated resume writing services are the ones that can produce a quality resume at a very affordable price.

Reputation Management You Are Known By The Company You Keep - Pathfinder Careers

Reputation Management You Are Known By The Company You Keep - Pathfinder Careers Reputation Management: You Are Known By The Company You Keep Today, I was sent a  blast email from another industry professional someone  that Ive never met nor communicated with prior to this generalized message  which landed in my in-box.   In the persons note, they even apologized for the fact that they were sending a bulk email to everyone within a commonly associated group. I did a quick scan of  the message and read that  this person  was introducing a money-making partnership and was requesting my  particiation along with everyone else whose email was listed in the email (instead of blind-copied as per social netiquette). Like most people, I get a lot of these generic messages in my box, so I quickly replied, saying, REMOVE, then sent it off and didnt give it another thought. Surprise! I got an email back from this person who said that they hoped that they had not offended me with their offer. But what transpired next was like watching a slow-motion train wreck happen in a series of back-and-forth emails. I tried to explain to this individual that in today’s era of relationship-building, getting a blast email is a complete turn-off.   Simply put: I  didn’t know them and wasnt going to partner with someone I dont know solely based  on my benefitting  from a certain amount of money that would be the result of  the proposed  partnership. Why would I put my reputation on the line for someone I dont even know? Reputation management is a life-long process and is the result of careful cultivation of personal and professional relationships based on mutual respect and affinity. We choose our friends  and are known by the company that we keep. The reply back from this person was defensive. They totally didnt get it. The  real train-wreck from this entire experience  was that this person missed a true opportunity had they taken the time to personalize their approach.   I would have been much more willing and open to partnering had they taken the time to get to know me first before asking me to do something for them. Today, relationships come first not money. If you cultivate the relationships the right way, the money will follow not the other way around. With this individual,  we had  never interacted before this moment, and then they sent me a generalized email.   As a recipient, that tells me that  they haven’t taken the time to find out about me, my business model, or general approach before asking something of me.      By taking the time to do some quick research on  a target audience and either sending a individual email or making a phone call  for a personal touch-point,  this would  open  a  door for opportunity, rather than a total shut-down. When I coach clients on job search techniques, I advise them to build their LinkedIn networks carefully and be selective with who you let in. The previous blog post I wrote talked about being wary of LinkedIn collectors who just want to add another connection like a notch on a belt.   Reputation by association is something to take very seriously. The next time someone unknown to you asks something of you without establishing any kind of personal rapport, you might want to question their motives. Is it  YOU that they want or instead, is it the  MONEY you can bring to them?   And base your decision from there.

Job Interview Tips - Tell Me About Yourself

Job Interview Tips - Tell Me About Yourself Tell me about yourself. Tell me about yourself. Seems like an innocent question. However, how you answer it could be the difference between moving to the next step in an interviewing process or not. This question may come up in a variety of situations in your life. A new friend might ask the question or a first date might ask the question. The answer you give to those individuals is very different than the answer you would give to an interviewer. 3 Points to Cover in Your Job Interview A good answer to the ‘Tell Me About Yourself’ question in an interview conveys three things: Who you are What you have done Where you are going Sounds simple enough, right? Heres the curveball you need to address these three things in approximately 2 minutes. How can you condense 5, 10, 15 years of work experience into 2 minutes? Remember this is just a 2 minute commercial not your entire story. Your answer should engage the interviewer and spark his or her interest. Think of your answer as a preview, not the details of every position you have had and all of your accomplishments. Write Down Your Answer It is useful to write down your answer or at least jot down an outline of the points you want to address. Step 1 Who You Are Begin with a 1 sentence summary of your career history. For example: I am a 15 year Marketing professional with substantial experience in SEO, SEM and email marketing campaigns. Step 2 â€" What You Have Done Based on the position you are applying for, explain some accomplishments that will capture the interviewer’s attention and demonstrate your match for the position. Appropriate skills and strengths should be mentioned in this section as well. Step 3 â€" Where Are You Going To end, you can discuss the next step in your career. This next career move that you mention should be tailored to the position you are applying for. If you mention a completely unrelated next step for your career, you will leave the interviewer wondering why you applied for the position in the first place. You can also end the question by asking a question: Is there anything you’d like me to expand on? This question allows the interviewer to ask more indepth questions regarding one of your experiences/accomplishments/skills. What to  Tell in Your Job Interview Do tailor your answer to the interview. You will want to highlight specific accomplishments and skills depending on the position description. Do practice your answer but don’t sound robotic. Practice answering this question out loud and get feedback from friends or family members. However, don’t practice it so much that it sounds memorized or a canned answer. What NOT to  Tell in Your Job Interview Dont give your entire work history. This is not the time to go into detail on each of the jobs you have held since graduating from high school. Remember, this is just a snapshot. Dont mention personal information. This is not the time to mention your family, your upcoming vacation to Hawaii, or thoughts on the upcoming political race, etc. Dont respond with a question. When the interviewer says ‘Tell me About Yourself. you do not want to answer with What would you like to know? This response does not reflect polish or professionalism. Dont try to lighten the mood by making a joke (about your weight, height, skills). This is not the time to show off your comedic side. With just a little bit of time, you will be able to come up with a very strong answer to this crucial interview question. How do you prepare for the Tell Me About Yourself question?   Please share your tips  in the comments section below.

Meant to Be - When I Grow Up

Meant to Be - When I Grow Up Deirdre Flynn  is a friend of mine from my Corporate America days. She started as an Executive Assistant (like me!) at the same financial consulting company just a few weeks after me, and our former-actor ties bound us to each other quickly. Little did we know that wed both have our sights set on Something More, and wed give our notice within a week of each other. I asked Deirdre to be a Counselor for Career Camp (registration opens later this week for those on  this list!), but first heres more of her story. I’m standing over my apartment bathroom sink staring straight into my puffy, bloodshot and sleep deprived eyes. For the 4th, or is it 8th night, in a row I am keeping my bathroom mirror company as I look at my reflection and say “Something has got to change.” It was late 2009 and I had been a proud New Yorker for close to ten years. I had arrived, starry-eyed, at the age of 18 and doggedly pursued being an actress despite not having any money, horrific audition experiences and going without medical insurance for most of my 20’s. The midnight breakdown in my bathroom was occurring years after the stars had left my eyes and in my third year of working in Corporate America, a place where I found myself far removed from who I was and what I was good at. Unlike my previous jobs I held while pursuing acting, I loved the life this job afforded me in the sense I could live alone, I could take trips, and I could go to the doctor. I couldn’t go back to the hand to mouth acting life but I couldn’t stay in this place. For the first time in my life, I didn’t know what to do.  I was spinning, I was lost and I was afraid from all the uncertainty. Knowing what I wanted had been a defining characteristic of mine. I felt as if I had changed from being fearless to fearful. I decided that night I wasn’t going to live like this any longer. I began eyeballing the rest of my life; what I could give to my life and what I want to do with it. I was praying and debating about going back to school to get a masters in Theatre Ed (summers off!) but that required two more years of Corporate America to afford the cost of school (boo). I questioned if I loved acting enough to go back to the lifestyle I previously had and found out the answer was ‘no’. I realized I wanted to teach, I wanted to travel, and I wanted to be engaged in and with my life. I loved New York yet there was a shift in our relationship. I began to feel as if I was staying in a relationship that was familiar, loved, and comfortable but, at this point, had gone as far it as it was going to go. Then the way out came in the most unexpected package and at a time where I was most ready to take a leap of faith. While writhing with boredom at my desk, not long after my bathroom one-on-one pow-pow, I received an email from my friend Rachel who had founded an organization in Thailand dedicated to preventing child exploitation in the sex trade. She needed someone who was willing to move there, create their volunteer program and teach students English.   I felt as if I had been hit with a thunder bolt.  I wrote back ‘yes’ and hit send before I allowed the “realistic” voices in my head to argue with my heart against the wisdom of going. I fundraised $10,000 and quit my job 8 months after I received that email. I moved to Thailand for a year to work with The SOLD Project. I lived in the middle of a rice field, learned Thai, learned how to ride a motorbike and detoxed from a decade in New York. The bottom line of living was distilled down to its purest form to give love and be loved. It changed my life. I now see the yo-yo of creating my own path as a blessing.  Twilight is a part of the journey. The unhappy tedium of the corporate job sharply outlined for me the non-negotiables. It illustrated the non-negotiables to me just as much as being broke and being an actor had revealed to me what I could and could not live with. Clarity is a rare and beautiful thing to be able to realize and explore.   I have no doubts as to the priorities of my life and what I can do without. I now live in Oklahoma City working as the Communications Director of End Sex Trafficking Day and working within the community to raise awareness of human trafficking. I live in a place I can afford to do what I love and be a nice person (here’s looking at your NYC). I am as happy as I have been.  I can’t say I have it all figured out but that’s OK. Maybe you never do. Perhaps it’s what makes life an adventure and worth living. But I have learned to trust myself and this path.  I know who I am and what I can do and I have found a place where I can use that for something bigger than myself. I think my favorite quote sums it up: “I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I ended up where was I meant to be”. A former actress turned Corporate America moonlighter turned Anti- Human Trafficking advocate. A long time resident of New York City, she left the big city lights for Thailand to work with The SOLD Project.  Deirdre now lives in Oklahoma City where she has been blogging and working with various anti -trafficking organizations raising awareness of sexual exploitation within the United States. Learn more about her leap at  www.deirdreflynn.com  or on Twitter  @Dara_212

Top 5 Pro Resume Writing Services

Top 5 Pro Resume Writing ServicesIf you're looking for a job, it may be that you are short on time and money and have little or no experience to put forward in your application. By preparing and submitting your own written CV, you can stand out from the crowd. However, in order to do this, you'll need to find the best places to look for professional resume writing services.We will begin by asking you to get a couple of samples from different companies before choosing which resume writing service you should use. These samples can be easily located online, although some sites may require that you fill out a small form first. If you submit your CV without these sample letters, you may end up with a hastily written CV that fails to reflect your personality.Next, we're going to highlight the benefits of using a professional resume. This way, you will not be tempted to use any inaccurate information, and you'll get a clear cut idea of what should be included in your CV. You will also be ab le to benefit from the writer's knowledge and experience. By using a company that you are familiar with, you'll be confident that you'll get the job without any hassle.Even if you're worried about getting the job, hiring a writing service to write your resume will help you get your foot in the door. All you need to do is submit your resume in the right format, and you will be able to receive an interview within a few days of submission. You will not have to deal with the common problems of CV formatting and other applications.Although it is important to choose a service that provides competitive rates, it is equally important to find a company that is ethical and reliable. You should be able to rely on the professionalism of the company, the professionalism of their letter writers, and the professionalism of their editors. Many companies today are providing freelance writing services for small businesses, but there are several key things to consider.Sometimes, you will receive mixed reviews regarding the writing services that you choose. However, it may be useful to look at what others are saying about a particular company. The internet is a great place to start, and you can compare their experiences with others. You may also be able to talk to a worker who has used the service, although this is usually done by writing a review of the company in question.Resume writing services should be one of the main ways to get a job. Whether you have no experience or you have experience in many areas, hiring a professional can be a great way to make sure that you get the job. Take the time to evaluate the pros and cons of using a professional and find the best place to submit your resume.

Top Resume Evaluation Tips!

Top Resume Evaluation Tips! The employee ought to be ready in grasping the new technologies and subjects which may be the vital requirement of the business. Include the tools you've got experience with. In events that the business focuses on graphic designing, they are likely to include creativity and color usage for their criteria or guidelines when compared with corporate businesses which deal with different products and solutions. Ideally, the business you pick should have many years of experience offering steerage to professionals within the development market. The Resume Evaluation Pitfall On account of the sheer volume of applications, employers and recruiters just don't have enough time to carefully review all resume's very first time around. In addition, useful recommendation letters such as what jobs can be suited to the applicant's skills may also be included by the employer especially in the event the applicant showed a potential for some other jobs provided by th e organization. Everybody wants to have a great job. 1 advantage for employers to internet resumes is the considerable cost saving in comparison to traditional hiring methods. The Employer doesn't need to settle for average in the modern Buyer's Market. A great company isn't afraid to speak to you to understand your requirements and indicate how they could provide help. For instance, a man or woman who was a Product Manager previously, and is CEO at this time, might not be trying to find a job as a Senior Product Manager. Discuss what you'd probe with each candidate you opt to interview. You probably will not locate the job which you really want straight away. Your resume works if you have the interview. In reality, it doesn't just makes it possible to produce a better resume, it makes it possible to prepare for a work interview. Evaluations are a fantastic method to communicate with employees where other channels can be hard or intimidating. They can sometimes be trick y. The Upside to Resume Evaluation Resume screening is an integral component of the ATS. There's no benefit in burying important info in the latter portion of a resume, as it might never be looked at. Now that you are aware that the objective of a resume is to find the interview, you can strive to compose a resume that works. In the event the subject informally comes up about childcare, the ideal answer is that you're completely ready to satisfy your work schedule requirements. You're greatly improving your odds of getting the job. Remember there's a demand for your skills in the market and there's someone out there on the lookout for you. Better candidates will inquire about the pay range till they invest a whole lot of time in your business. My answer will be inherently subjective. So How About Resume Evaluation? In a normal site job program, you will complete a form to apply and then the provider supplies a button that lets you attach your resume and cover letter. For instance, you may include links to your previous experience websites for effortless access in case they're curious. Management consulting recruiters don't have the luxury of time to experience each line of information. If you're able to comfortably capture information within a page, then do so.