Tuesday, April 21, 2020

The Importance of Writing a Good Resume

The Importance of Writing a Good ResumeWhat does it mean to be an effective resume writer? The simple answer is to meet a job applicant with minimum obligations and to do so at the best possible time. The job applicants could be younger people, couples, single parents, housewives, the elderly or even work from home professionals. They need to learn what these two terms mean to the employers before they apply to get a job in the field.A busy person is always in search of a job and knows that one has to have a resume written to get hired. However, a busy person has few options because he or she is never free to work on his or her own. The only way to get a job is to submit a resume. If this is done without being a professional, it is impossible to make it on the first page of the employer's file.However, when it comes to choosing a company, one should be able to judge whether it will be able to handle the requirements that are required in order to succeed. This is very important in the case of an employee looking for a job. He or she needs to be able to trust this company. To find out this, they should select a resume writing service that is responsible enough to handle the entire job application process and has the right personnel to handle the job application. One of the ways in which a company can hire an experienced resume writer is to contact a resume writer and ask them for their services.It is also a good idea to have a small list of companies that would want such a writer. The writers do not need to be high-priced to be useful. In fact, some of the top-notch resume writers are cheaper than a top-notch secretary. For example, a writer is able to save time since the employer would not have to provide them with research papers. That means that the professional resumes can be provided immediately.However, there are also other possible ways in which one can search for a professional. An experienced resume writer is not necessarily someone who has recently grad uated from a university. An experienced resume writer can be a recent graduate, a college graduate or someone who has served in the military. In other words, there are many avenues to choose from when it comes to finding a good resume writer.When searching for a person, it is necessary to have certain qualities in mind. It is necessary to ensure that the person is honest, well trained and disciplined. These are important traits for the resume writer to possess. There are companies who focus on providing quality resume writing services for skilled trades.Resume writing services for skilled trades offer an opportunity to those who need a resume. These companies can help in every aspect of resume writing including hiring the professional to complete the job application and format the resume. The professionals are fully equipped to handle a job application, a resume and any other documents that need to be completed.

Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Productivity The Best Apps to Use

Productivity The Best Apps to Use For many, modern-day work life means 24/7 connectivity, a constant barrage of emails and meetings, and the feeling you’re drowning in information. Luckily, there are numerous apps out on the market that can help you reclaim your sanity and help you be more productive. Below, 10 CEOs share their favorite apps to manage their to do lists, make sure they get their workout in, meditate, and of course, achieve inbox zero. For To Do Lists Workflowy “I block off two ‘open door’ blocks every day so my team can come in and strategize about our business. Workflowy is my go-to, and I can keep track of the specific things I want to cover with each person. Other note-taking apps are overcomplicated and have unnecessary in-app purchases and upgrades. With Workflowy, I can make whatever list I want â€" long or short â€" and it’s organizing my brain seamlessly across all my devices.” â€" Scott Sanborn, CEO LendingClub Trello “My most important app to organize my daily life is Trello. I have tried every kind of to-do list app and finally went back to just using a book that I would constantly carry around. Then I found Trello. It’s nothing more than a typical post-it wall in an app format. So it requires a bit of a set-up time. I organized mine along the days of the week, I have a “to do this week” list, a “to do next week” list and so forth. Since I have Trello I never forget deadlines anymore and I have less weight to carry around.” â€" Lea von Bidder, CEO Ava For Email Management Boomerang “My all-time favorite for staying on top of correspondence is Boomerang. I don’t know where I would be with following up, closing deals and making sure our craziest ice cream dreams happen without it. With Boomerang, I feel like I will never miss anything: I can mark it to send me reminders if responses I’m waiting for don’t happen, I can schedule follow-ups in advance, and I can ping emails that are not urgent to come back to my inbox whenever desired. It’s also good to use for east coast correspondence where I want an email to be received at a more strategic time if I’m getting to it late in the day Pacific time.” â€" Natasha Case CEO Coolhaus Ice Cream For Meetings Management GoToMeeting “As a CEO of a growing fintech company operating with multiple partners around the world, the app that transformed my day and productivity is GoToMeeting. It makes it easy to set up and conduct conference calls with global participants instantly over wifi or data, which is critical when trying to get teams and partners in different locations to meet at short notice. The ability to communicate across borders at short notice has also saved us significant costs by reducing the need for travel.” â€"Edwin Hagan-Emmin, CEO Aztec Exchange For Goal Tracking Productive “The app I recommend is, fittingly enough, called Productive. It has a nice, simple user interface, and is elegantly designed. I can build out custom goals that are specific to my life, or I can choose from some preselects. One of the best things about Productive is that it allows me to mix personal and professional goals, and as any busy person knows, the two wind up overlapping quite a bit.” â€" Jeremy Goldman, CEO Firebrand Group For Mindfulness Headspace “I use the Headspace app once or twice a day to help me operate at my best. Yoga and meditation create important moments to regroup even when working against the clock. Meditation yields perspective, humor, and focuses the mind so you can not only save time â€" but use the time well.” â€"Marcela Sapone, CEO Hello Alfred Simply Noise “Simply Noise is a white, pink, and brown noise app that I plug into whenever I’m traveling, or working in a busy café on the road, or sleeping somewhere that’s noisy in an unfamiliar way. The wash of steady noise blocks out all ambient sounds and creates a continuity of mental soundscapes so that wherever I am, I feel like I’m at home in my head so that I can get work done.” â€" Sam Bodkin, CEO Groupmuse For Exercise Sworkit Sworkit is indispensable in helping me stay on top of my game while keeping tension levels down. As an entrepreneur, busy mom, and cancer survivor, incorporating exercise into my daily routine, eating unprocessed foods and drinking plenty of water keeps me energized and healthy. When my busy schedule does not allow for time at the gym, or even to think about it, Sworkit is my coach. It not only provides exercise ideas and instructions, it sends helpful reminders throughout the day to do stretching exercises at my desk or a round of tension relieving breathing techniques en route to my next appointment. Having exercise plans at my fingertips leaves little room for excuses to not workout. That alone helps me stay calm and focused.” â€" Dale Noelle, CEO TRUE Model Management For Media Flipboard “With all the moving pieces in my business and personal life, I look for apps that simplify my day. Flipboard curates news based on my interests and delivers it in real-time. It saves a lot of time that I would have spent combing through the news and ensures I don’t miss crucial articles. But more importantly, it delivers what I need, when I need it. It’s one of the most efficient ways to read the news that matters most to you.” â€" Bob D’Loren, CEO Xcel Brands Audible “I love to listen to books on the go, so Audible is great for helping me process information during my commute. I find that listening to books helps me become a better leader. I’ve been listening to Tribe by Sebastian Junger most recently, which has been incredibly eye-opening.” â€" Chris O’Neill, CEO Evernote

Saturday, April 11, 2020

Building Your Own You Know Everybody Network [FREE Webinar] - Work It Daily

Building Your Own “You Know Everybody” Network [FREE Webinar] - Work It Daily When we think about networking, we often think about mixers, events, conferences, and coffee meetings. While in-person networking is key to your success, you can also build meaningful relationships to enhance your professional networks by using various social media channels. In this session, Marcy Twete, founder of the Career Girl Network, will lead you through the process of developing your professional brand online and using it to build the network of your dreams. The workshop will tackle the fine line between the personal and professional on Facebook and LinkedIn, using Twitter to develop friendships and become a thought-leader, and dive into lesser known social media channels specific to the nonprofit sector and other fields.You will walk away ready to use your social media channels to land a new job, gain valuable contacts, and brand yourself as a leader in your industry â€" all from the comfort of your own computer. Join us on Wednesday, September 11 at 1 PM (EST) for a special webinar on networking your way to the top. Presenter: Marcy Twete, author of You Know Everybody! A Career Girl’s Guide to Building a Network That Works. NOTE: Can’t attend the live broadcast? No worries â€" A recorded version will be sent out to everyone who signed up within 48 hours. About The Presenter Marcy Twete has built her career working with various nonprofit organizations including WomenVenture, Pillsbury United Communities, and more. Marcy is a graduate of the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph, Minnesota, and a native of rural North Dakota. She is the Vice Chair of the Chicago Board of Directors for Step Up Women’s Network in Chicago and a member of the Advisory Board for Girls on the Run Twin Cities, and is dedicated to advancing the work of organizations that move the needle for women and girls worldwide.   SIGN UP NOW ?   Photo Credit: Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!