Why you need to think differently about discomfort

Why you need to think differently about discomfortWhy you need to think differently about discomfortTimid souls play it safe. They dont rock the boat. They avoid risks. Steady as she goes. Fly under the radar. All very pragmatic.Illustrations by John. P Weiss.But thats not living. Thats just getting by.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreTeddy Roosevelt expressed this eloquently in his Citizenship in a Republic speechIt is not the critic who counts not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood who strives valiantly who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming but who does actually strive to do the deeds who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions who s pends himself in a worthy cause who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.Have you been daring greatly lately? Are you spending yurself in a worthy cause? Or, have you been living more like those timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat?If the answers to the above questions are, No, no and yes, then I suspect youre not alone.Why? Because none of us enjoy discomfort.Twirling around with sugar plumfairiesA few years ago, when I was still serving as Chief of assekuranzbrief in my community, theDistrict Attorneycalled to ask a favor.A local production company liked to use government officials as celebrity extras for their annual Nutcracker performance.The District Attorney and County Treasurer participated in past Nutcracker performances, but the County Treasurer was unavailable to perf orm again.It was decided that one of the county police chiefs would make a good stand-in for the County Treasurer.The District Attorney and County Treasurer participated in past Nutcracker performances, but the County Treasurer was unavailable to perform again.It was decided that one of the county police chiefs would make a good stand in for the County Treasurer.The District Attorney knew I was a creative guy who liked to write and paint. He saw me as one of the more artistic police chiefs in the county. He figured Id enjoy the chance to perform in the Nutcracker.He figured wrong.For starters, I cant dance to save my life. The prospect of dressing up in some ridiculous outfit and twirling around with Sugar Plum Fairies didnt thrill me.Not to mention, the cops I worked with would have a field day teasing me.Your bucketlistI searched for excuses. Especially after I learned there would be months of rehearsals at a local ballet company. But then the District Attorney said thisThink abou t it, John. Its something to check off your bucket list. It would be great if you could help usout.Defeated, I gave in. Performing in a two act ballet to the music of Tchaikovsky, in front of hundreds of people, had not been on my bucket list. Yet, something told me to do it anyway. To step outside my comfort zone.Margie Warrell,the author of the bookStop Playing Safe,wrote an article in Forbes magazine entitledWhy Getting Comfortable With Discomfort is Crucial to Success.Heres an excerptOnly in giving up the security of the known, can we create new opportunity, build capability and grow influence.When we do hard things, we grow. When we fail, we grow. When we strive to be braver in our lives, fear loosens its hold on us.Most of the breakthroughs in my life happened after I stepped outside my comfort zone. I know that sounds like a cheap self help slogan, but its true.Despite my fear of flying, I got on a tuch and flew to Idaho. Because I wanted to study landscape painting with a ma ster artist. That decision changed my life and artistic trajectory.Later on, I took multiple connecting flights in order to study writing with a successful author in Franklin, Tennessee.I felt discomfort on those flights. They were bumpy, and my mind played all kinds of disaster scenarios over and over.But man, did I learn a great deal about writing on that trip.Those things thathurtThere were other ventures I risked trying, only to fail at. The failure hurt. But as Benjamin Franklin wroteThose things that hurt, instruct.The failures corrected my course. They helped lead me closer to my true self.You need to embrace discomfort if you want to grow. As the old saying goesDo what youve always done, get what youve alwaysgot.Not that you should be reckless. Thats why its called calculated risks. One needs to weigh all the available facts, including the potential benefits versus consequences. In the end, sometimes you just have to dive in.Heres the other thing. People dont really care tha t much. A public failure may be agonizing to you, but its a brief amusement to others.People are largely interested in themselves. Their own lives and pursuits. We tend to exaggerate the interest others have in our efforts, successes, and failures.The disinterest of others actually frees us. We can experiment, explore and sometimes stumble. In the process, we become more impervious to failure. Less fragile.Thats where growth happens.Through the months of Nutcracker rehearsals, there were days I regretted the whole venture. The rehearsals stole time from my personal pursuits, but I soldiered on.Applause and curtainsOn opening night the District Attorney and I donned our silly outfits. We even helped with each others stage makeup. The curtains went up, we hit the stage and performed to the best of our ability.The professional dancers were amazing. The crowd applauded and roared with approval. Afterward, backstage, there were flowers and champagne. The District Attorney smiled at me an d said, See, I told you. Something to check off your bucket listA few years later that same District Attorney was struck with an aggressive cancer. He fought bravely and with dignity. But too soon, at 57 years of age, he left the stage of life.The funeral was something to behold. There were police officers, firefighters, motorcades, flags, judges and even the Attorney General for the State of California.As the speakers celebrated this good mans life, I was reminiscing about our night at the Nutcracker. The laughs we had and memories made.Thank God I stepped outside my comfort zone.So how about you? Are you ready to think differently about discomfort? Are you prepared to find out what youre made of? Are you ready to be braver?Learning to embrace discomfort is the only way to step outside yourself and grow. Sometimes youll stumble and fail.But by God, when you succeed, the rewards stay with you forever.ImJohn P. Weiss.Fine artist and writer. Thanks for reading.This article first appe ared on Medium.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

Learn How to Find a Job You Love

Learn How to Find a Job You LoveLearn How to Find a Job You LoveLearn How to Find a Job You LoveJoin our career advice expert Amanda Augustine for Mashables BizChats and learn how to find a job you love. TWEETThis year, dont settle for a weekly case of the Mondays. With Valentines Day around the corner, nows the perfect time to land the job of your dreams.Join us Wednesday, February 10 at 2 p.m. ET for Mashables next BizChats Twitter Chat where our career advice expert Amanda Augustine will discuss ways to find a job you love.Joining Amanda will be J.T. ODonnell, founder of CAREEREALISM Hannah Morgan, founder of Career Sherpa Vicki Salemi, career expert for Monster Joshua Waldman, founder of Career Enlightenment and William Arruda, social branding consultant of Reach Personal Branding.Follow MashBusiness and join in the chat using the hashtag BizChats. Dont miss out - our career advice expert has tons of tips to share We look forward to hearing your questions.Need help writing your r esume? Our TopResume writers can helpFeatured photo Mashable Business

How to Handle Being More Qualified Than Your Boss - The Muse

How to Handle Being More Qualified Than Your Boss - The MuseHow to Handle Being More Qualified Than Your Boss Over drinks a few weeks ago, a good friend vented to me about herbeibei job. After several minutes of trying to articulate exactly what she wanted to say, she blurted out, Bottom line I shouldnt be working for my supervisor. He should be working for me. Yes, its quite the bold statement, but after a few frustrating weeks, it was how she felt. And I dont think shes alone. Ive definitely had moments in which I felt similarly- moments in which my supervisor was ill-equipped to lead my team in the direction we needed to go. If you feel this way, its not fun. But diminishing your bosss real strengths, overreacting to his errors, and resisting or resenting his authority are self-inflicted career problems, says Judith Sills, psychologist and author of Excess Baggage Getting Out of Your Own Way. You do need to be learning something in your job. You do need to feel personally valued. When you distort your boss in a negative direction, you make both less likely.So, before you throw in the towel or demand change, there are three things you should do first to better the situation. Because the real bottom line is that if you continue to think this way, youll just enter into a downward spiral that gets harder and harder to recover from.1. Remember That Your Manager Is Just That- a ManagerLets say your supervisors in charge of four people. She is not the sum of the four of you. She cant (and wont) know every single thing each of you knows. If she did, shed be Superwoman. And she also may not need you (or the others) at all. Rather, your supervisor has a much different type of responsibility on her plate- managing you and your teammates. In this type of role, shes supposed to be able to see the big picture, hilfe you, and guide you. According to Linda A. Hill and Kent Lineback, co-authors of Being the Boss Three Imperatives for Becoming a Great Leader, a manager needs to know enough to understand the work, enough to be able to make good judgments about it, enough to understand the common hurdles, and enough to coach or find help for those she manages when they struggle with problems. So yes, youre going to need to bring her up to speed sometimes so she can adequately assist you. If youre frustrated because she doesnt know every microscopic detail, perhaps you need to give her a break and remember shes human. However, if find yourself constantly repeating things to her, asking for guidance and receiving none, or being asked for advice on every decision she has to make, then, yep- maybe she isnt quite as qualified as she should be.2. Reevaluate Where You StandEven if you determine the individual you report to should, in fact, not be in the role hes in, that doesnt mean youre fit for it either (at least not yet, anyway). Take a step back and look at your current situation. How are you performing at your job? What was your last performance review lik e? Ask yourself if youre genuinely smarter than your manager, or if its possible that youre more qualified in some areas but not others, suggests Amy Gallo, contributing editor to Harvard Business Review and author of HBR Guide to Managing People at Work. Its awfully hypocritical to criticize others if youre not doing what it takes to do your job as well as possible. Yes, its hard to provide a completely objective review on your own performance, so this is a great opportunity to ask for input from others (even if its not annual review time). You can start with your director, as thats a more natural and common scenario, but dont stop there. Ask others you work with, too. Soliciting feedback from your colleagues may seem like a scary endeavor, says Muse writer Jennifer Winter, but with enough time, patience, and planning, youll platzdeckchen yourself- and your colleagues- up for success with open, honest, real-time, feedback. It may be just the reality check that says, Hey- he may not be the best fit to lead us, but I still have room for improvement, too. And then? Work on those areas that need it most.3. Identify the Gaps and Fill ThemInstead of whining about what the leader of your team lacks, do what you can to fill in those gaps. Because, as Gallo says, Theres no reason not to be generous. If your boss is successful, theres a greater chance youll be successful too. Lets say youre part of your companys marketing department, and the creative director has zero Photoshop skills. While she has a great vision, its frustrating because it limits her capability to jump in and cover when youre gone, as well as her ability to help you when youre experiencing difficulty with the program.But, rather than blabbing to the entire office about how incompetent she is, you can take action. First, make sure youre up-to-date with the product (because- gasp- there might be something you dont know, either). Then, offer to train her and your co-workers. Sure, itll probably rub her the wrong way if you say, Hi. Youre pretty horrible at this and its ruining my life. Let me help you. A better approach would be something like this I just took a refresher course on Photoshop. In the next team meeting, can I review what Ive learned? Not only does this show initiative, but it also provides you the opportunity to learn new skills, gain experience in training others, and add both to your resume. (Which never hurts, right?) And maybe- just maybe- your boss will pay attention and increase her skill set, too. Its can be exasperating to report to someone who, well, really isnt that great at his or her job. And the truth is, you probably cant stomp around and request she be replaced ASAP (without repercussions). Instead, you should try to change your perspective and focus on what you can change. After all- if you eventually do want land a promotion at this company or even leave for a position at another company, learning how to handle challenging situations professionally is key to anything you do next. Photo of meeting courtesy of Corey Jenkins/Getty Images.

How to Get Out of Your Boring Work Rut - The Muse

How to Get Out of Yur Boring Work Rut - The MuseHow to Get Out of Your Boring Work Rut What do you want to be when you grow up? This is a question almost every childs been asked. Common responses include doctor, lawyer, police officer, teacher, actor, and astronaut. If youd posed that question to me when I was five, I would have stood tall and said firefighter. As a ten-year-old, I wouldve told you a pilot, and at 15, Id have said taxi driver. By the time I was 20, I wanted to be a news anchor. At no point in my formative years did I envision doing what I ended up doing working over a decade in schlussverkauf helping a Fortune 500 company exceed its revenue goals. Nor could Ive imagined myself eventually transitioning into an executive recruiter and finding my lifes passion leading individuals to great career opportunities.As we grow up, we begin to think about adult things like financial prosperity, job security, and social status, letting the fantasy jobs of our youth fall by the w ayside. We consider educational requirements, industry outlook, and work-life balance too as we embark on an actual career path. As a result, many of us end up in jobs where we watch the clock, complain about our bosses, vent about our work demands, and live for 500 on Fridays.But, it doesnt have to be like that. Getting stuck in a work rut doesnt mean you need to quit your job and set off for a year-long trip around the world to get back to the basics of who you are and what makes you happy. There are tons of ways you can make your day-to-day routine more enjoyable- maybe even captivating at times- if you learn how to capitalize on the value inherent in your current role. Start doing that by asking yourself these four questions1. What Are You Good at? Bad At?Its common for businesses to routinely conduct SWOT analyses strengths (internal), weaknesses (internal), opportunities (external), and threats (external). Conduct a personal SWOT analysis, beginning with evaluating your streng ths. In which areas do you thrive? What makes you unique and sets you apart from your peers? When you receive positive feedback, what abilities and characteristics are often mentioned? Do what you can to hone in on these skills. If you work in a company that encourages individual employee growth, speak to your manager about ways that you can begin incorporating your areas of expertise into your routine more. Next, take a look at your weaknesses. Put some thought into the tasks that cause you discomfort, the things that you actively avoid, or that often seem to accompany procrastination. While youll never excel at everything you do, you can actively improve in many places if you put the effort into it. There are so many ways to learn now (from your couch at home) that you dont have too many excuses for not at least trying. Focus externally when evaluating threats and opportunities. Develop opportunities as a means to overcome threats. For example, you might perceive your boss retirin g as a threat, but if you take the opportunity to develop a strong relationship with your new manager, who knows what exciting things are ahead of you. Recognize your shortcomings and what makes you feel anxious or threatened- but rather than dwell on them, find a way to overcome them in a way thatll benefit you in the long run.2. What Gets You Revved Up?Think back on those moments at work when you felt a jolt of excitement. Even if that spark was brief, consider what you were doing at the time. Maybe you were talking to a customer, or working with your team to solve a problem, or strategizing with your boss on how to grow revenue. Whether its relationship building or teamwork or topline strategy, identify what inspires and motivates you and then look for ways to regularly incorporate that into your current role. (Again, your manager is a great person to speak with about this.)Ive always felt passionate about workplace culture and so, at one point in my career when I wasnt feeling p articularly inspired by anything I was working on, I created and implemented a mentoring program that gave young employees exposure to management while allowing experienced individuals a chance to exercise leadership skills. Consider the innovative ways in which you could use your interests to your advantage in the office.3. How Can You Better Connect With Others?Its easy to stick to the cliques that weve developed over time, but wheres the challenge and excitement in that? Encourage yourself to branch out and meet new people. You can still make time to deepen the relationships youve already cultivated, but also make an effort to set up a couple of lunch dates, or simply ask co-workers you dont know well to grab coffee. I once knew a junior-level co-worker who scheduled a 15-minute meeting with all 10 senior managers on the companys sales team. He came out of the experience with better relationships with leadership than most of his peers, and he emerged with a newfound passion for w hat he was doing daily. Taking the time to connect can expose you to new opportunities, eye-opening information, and better relationships. 4. Where Can You Easily Make Changes?Change is rarely easy, so consider starting with surface-level aesthetics. Alter your desk dcor. Purchase small plants. Pin up inspirational artwork and hang photos. After youve made that leap, step deeper into change and reevaluate some of your processes to try and shake up your routine. Do you always start the day one way? Why not try doing something different?After youve made some small strides, see if you can dive all the way in and go bigger and bolder. Identify one area that your co-workers mayve overlooked or dont have time to address and study it in-depth. Become an expert, show off your skills, and see if you havent moved at least a couple of steps past working the daily grind thats been keeping you down. Im not saying that you have to keep doing what youre doing. If youve made efforts to enhance your situation and optimize your role and are convinced theres nothing worth staying for, perhaps its time for a major change, one thatll bring you closer to who you want to be- even if you never do get to be the star of your own TV show.Photo of man working courtesy of mihailomilovanovic/Getty Images.

10 Things That Arent On Your Resume (But Should Be)

10 Things That Arent On Your Resume (But Should Be)10 Things That Arent On Your Resume (But Should Be)This post was originally posted onYouTern.Many young careerists even those with a couple internships under their belt feel as though their resume and LinkedIn profiles are, for lack of a better word lacking.And sometimes this is true especially when youre up against someone with three, five and even ten years of at least semi-relevant experience. In that case, how do you compete?You compete and win by including on your resume the achievements, projects and assignments you may have overlooked, or chose bedrngnis to put on your resume because they were short-term, campus-only related or not a real job.Here are nine great examples (and one thing that probably is on your resume, but shouldnt be)Social Media SavvinessNo. You arent a guru, ninja or an expert. But you do know your way around Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Pinterest. Your profiles may be the envy of all your friends and colleagues the number of followers is respectful. Throw in your knowledge of Hootsuite, Tweetdeck, Twitter Chats, LinkedIn Groups, Facebook ads and whatever else youve dabbled in so far and you just might impress the social media novice whose organization needs social help, right now.Self-LearningIn todays job market, there isnt a single employer who doesnt respect someone who took it upon themselves to learn a skill, or master a software program relevant to their organization. Demonstration of expertise using project management, Photoshop, Salesforce, Infusionsoft, Google Analytics and maybe even a little coding can take your resume from meh to marvelousFreelance ProjectsRemember that project you did for the business near your campus? Or the couple of weeks you spent at that non-profit solving its biggest problem? Those mini-projects werent real jobs, no but they were real experience. List every relevant project youve ever taken on. Display the impact you had on th e organization you served (quantify). Show your entrepreneurial spirit And youll catch the attention of a hiring manager looking for someone not afraid to take on a project alone.Theses, Studies and White PapersDid you head up a research project? Write an industry relevant thesis that blew your professor away? Did you lead an on-campus or community-based study? Each of behauptung projects shows attention to detail, problem solving and analytical thinking three skills in high demand by nearly every employer. Again, show the impact of your work and talk passionately about the mission. Employers dont only want to know what you did they want to know why you did it.Content CreationHave you begun blogging? Guest blogging? Have you begun to show your subject matter expertise in a podcast, or a video blog? Maybe a YouTube channel? Have you built a community of followers? All of those things go on your resume Employers will respect that you are willing to let your thoughts be known, and are nt afraid to stick your neck out. Theyll get a glimpse of your personality and passion. And if the fit is right theyll develop a bond with the digital you, well before they call for an interview.Industry Relevant CompetitionsSpeaking of not being afraid to stick your neck out relevant competitions online, through your community, industry associations, the local chamber of commerce, and your fraternity or sorority are a great way to punch up your resume. Although a bonus (instant credibility), winning isnt necessaryJust show that you have competed for the third consecutive time at the regional business plan competition, for example, and entrepreneurial minded employers will be impressed. These organizations also make for great networking and keyword elements on your resume. An employer might say, You were in the Alpha Kappa Psi CASE competitions? So was I And, just like that, a relationship has started and an advantage gained.Anything LeadershipOn-campus clubs, volunteer assignm ents, part-time retail jobs, heading up a fund-raiser or a committee, campus ambassadorships anything that shows you were leading from out front must go on your resume. Again, be koranvers to show your impact dont just say you are a lifelong learner, show your impact and talk about what you learned.Conferences AttendedThat person with the three to five years of experience on their resume have they attended your industries annual convention this year? Last year? Ever? Probably not, but perhaps you did giving you another advantage over the competition. While you were out there listening to Seth Godin, Dan Pink and Matt Cutts, your competition was watching Wheel of Fortune in their pajamas. Who would you hire?Reverse MentorshipAll that social media and blogging experience youve obtained ever put it to good use? Ever walk a CEO through a Twitter chat? Or set up a WordPress blog for a solopreneur? Maybe helped get a Mom and Pop shops books in order, then show them how to run Quickbooks? Each of ansicht instances of reverse mentorship shows you are willing to give back and teach across generational boundaries a fine, and marketable, skill in todays workforce.Bonus Remove THIS from Your ResumeWhen youre all done with the newest version of resume when youve added all your relevant accomplishments youre going to take one more step guaranteed to help you compete betterUnless you are going into a field where these things still matter (medical, engineering, law, etc.), you are going to get rid of everything that makes you look like a current or recent student. EverythingGPA, relevant coursework, expected graduation dates all of it. Why? Because no one hires students. They hire capable, work-ready young professionals prepared to help them achieve their goals and solve their problems. On your resume and LinkedIn profile Dont be a student.How does your resume look now? More professional? More complete? Perhaps less lacking?Good. Now go compete.CEO and Founder of YouTern , Mark Babbitt is a serial mentor who has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, Mashable and Forbes regarding job search, career development, internships and higher educations role in preparing emerging talent for the workforce. A keynote speaker and blogger, Marks contributions include Huffington Post, Bloomberg News, Switch and Shift, and Under30CEO.

The Most Popular Soft Skills Resume

The Most Popular Soft Skills Resume Soft skills characterize how an individual interacts in her or his relationships with other folks. As an example, by being friendly and approachable during the interview, youre present your capacity to interact with other folks. If needed, the capacity to delegate assignments to others when needed is a component of it. The ability to follow others and display empathy when necessary is unfortunately difficult to discover. The Hidden Facts About Soft Skills Resume So, having the ability to drive is fruchtwein likely the top rated hard skill you should have to do the job. Whether youve got applicable technical abilities or merely military soft abilities, the trick to finding a job will be in understanding how to present the skills you have to an employer. The skills section of your resume shows employers youve got the abilities needed to be successful in the function. A productive and healthier work environment is dependent upon soft skills. If you wish to showcase your organization skills, obtaining a tightly structured resume certainly helps. Some might start looking for expertise in a particular language or program, though others might start looking for mora general skills. The History of Soft Skills Resume Refuted Review their About Us page and see whether your soft abilities or attributes are aligned with the firms core values. Its important to understand what you dont knowand be ready to learn. What Is So Fascinating About Soft Skills Resume? Before you jump into writing down all of the amazing talents youve got, lets learn a little mora about what skills employers typically start looking for on a resume and see whether its possible to incorporate any in your skills section. You will also wish to highlight your skills during interviews also. To excel in your career, there are particular skills youll want to be successful. Bear in mind, the majority of the special skills that you place on your resume oug ht to be job-related skills taken from the work description and your best transferable skills. Soft abilities, on the flip side, are subjective skills that are a lot more difficult to quantify. They are sometimes referred to as transferable skills or professional skills. They are a little different to hard skills as they focus more on your ability to interact with other people and manage your daily duties. They are hard to verify and substantiate. If you are able to talk or write about an item or service in a manner that makes people wish to get it, youll be an important team member You also need to check their social networking pages and take note if theyre frequently citing specific hard and soft skills that are desired by the organization. Somebodys soft skill is a significant part their personal contribution to the success of an organization. The soft skills needed for a doctor, for instance, would be empathy, understanding, active listening and a great bedside manner. If youre interested in turning in an application for a particular job, review the post carefully and observe the list of skill requirements. An instructive instance of the difference produced by soft skills is a health doctor. There are styles of preparing your skills section that could still show you in the ideal light. The expert experience section is your opportunity to prove how good youre at using the skills essential for the open position. There are a couple of diverse kinds of skill sections and formatting alternatives that you need to think about when crafting your resume. Utilize your resume to demonstrate you may clearly communicate about highly technical topics to a range of audiences. You may find below a list of the greatest skills you may put on your resume based on the sort of job which you are applying for. You may also make the most of the experience section to receive your skills on the webpage. Prior to going out on a work hunt for a new position within the field of social work, you must make certain your resume is all up to the job. Irrespective of where you include your skills section on your resume, you can be confident that the hiring manager will find it and definitely likely to ask about doing it. Take your career seriously and do what it requires to find the work done. So youre on the work market and youre positive that youre an excellent candidate for the job which you would like. A candidate with the proper soft skills has the capability to acquire the tough skills an employer could be seeking. They are extremely valuable to employers and are some of the most sought after qualities interviewers look for in potential hires. Your skills are an overview of what you could do for the possible employer if you were offered the work at this time. Locate a means to share an instance of when you used the soft skills which are most valuable to the prospective employer. What Is So Fascinating About Soft Skills Resume? Compan ies are wanting to employ HR professionals who can bring new recruits onboard to boost the possibility they will settle happily and successfully in their new jobs for the lengthy run. Public Speaking When it has to do with examples of soft skills employers like to see, the ability to talk before a roomful of people is an asset for the majority of jobs. Employers also value workers with strong communication abilities and a strong comprehension of company products and solutions. They are always on the lookout for candidates with effective communication skills. Who Else Wants to Learn About Soft Skills Resume? Many jobs arrive with demanding deadlines and occasionally significant stakes. Hard skills can be classified in various ways, depending upon your job title. They are quantifiable and often learned from school or on the job. Listing your skills provides a chance to showcase your abilities and experiences to prime employers for the remainder of your resume. All About Soft Skills Resume As an example, businesses can operate more efficiently when all workers understand how to troubleshoot software problems rather than relying on the information technology (IT) department for every single fix. The duration of your resume depends on your degree of experience. Most athletes have similar bodily capabilities. Things You Should Know About Soft Skills Resume Instead, you ought to showcase your soft skills by making an achievement-oriented expert experience section. Read through it a couple of occasions and youll probably spot three or four crucial skills mentioned many times throughout the document. It can be more difficult than it seems.

How the Illinois Eye Center Brings Out the Best in Their Candidates with Video Interviews - Spark Hire

How the Illinois Eye Center Brings Out the Best in Their Candidates with Video Interviews - Spark HireWe recently launched ur 4 part series focused on success stories from Spark Hire customers. Today we will dive into Carrie Mulls 2+ year experience with Spark Hire. In case you missed last week, check out Dr. Kella Prices testimonial.Carrie implemented Spark Hire in 2016 to screen herbei candidates before bringing them into the office for in-person interviews.Video interviewing allows Carries candidates to be more dynamic and personable than they would be on the phone.She also vouched for Spark Hires flexibility and technical support in her video testimonialhttps//sparkhire.wistia.com/medias/5xdtboa8iv?embedType=asyncvideoFoam=truevideoWidth=640My name is Carrie Mull. Im the HR Director at Illinois Eye Center in Peoria, Illinois.What challenges were you experiencing prior to using Spark Hire?We wasted a lot of time vetting people on onsite interviews instead of vetting them ahead of time. We did some phone interviews, but video interviews are so much better because you can actually see the person and theyre more dynamic on camera than they are on the phone. How did Spark Hire help you overcome those challenges?When we first started with it, we had a period of adjustment of our candidates kind of freaking out a little bit about it. But they found that they did like it. And also, our managers love it because they can check the interviews at any time, its on their schedule.What aspect of Spark Hire have you found to be the most valuable?The favorite thing that I personally have about it is we can vet candidates ahead of time, and not waste a bunch of time bringing them onsite because we can send them the questions that are very important to us first, and vet them that way.How is it doing business with Spark Hire?Spark Hire is very innovative. Theyre very friendly. If you contact them for anything, my rep is very helpful. And also to our candidates, on the link we send them to do their video interview, theres a Help that they can go to and actually talk to a person at Spark Hire if theyre having a problem with getting their video together.Would you recommend Spark Hire to others?I absolutely recommend Spark Hire to others because it is an economical way of vetting people. Spark Hire does not require that you have a contract with them, you can pay for it month-to-month, you can turn off if you have less positions than the package you bought, you can lower the package and upgrade your account. I am currently on unlimited the gold plan because I have so many openings, but I like the flexibility of it.

7 Habits of Highly Effective Personal Branders

7 Habits of Highly Effective Personal Branders7 Habits of Highly Effective Personal BrandersUse these tips to show the world - especially potential employers - your commitment to professional success.Personal branding is a critical component of any career. No matter what your occupation, its important to create a stamp of who you are professionally so others can identify you as a prominent thought leader or trusted expert in your industry. Your skills, personality and values all tie into your personal brand and help others - particularly, employers - know whats important to you, what youre good at and what youre able to give back.Many professionals and job seekers have crafted excellent personal brands that have helped them to land a job or simply become successful in their chosen field. Although everyones personal brand is different, there are a few things that all successful branders do to maintain their identities. The fruchtwein effective personal brandersExpress genuine inte rest in their profession or industry. Great personal branders know passion is one of the most important aspects to creating a convincing and compelling professional identity. Before you even begin to brand yourself, make sure youre focusing on something you truly love to do, or risk coming across as insincere.Know the importance of clarity and consistency. Communicating your personal brand clearly and consistently across all outlets ensures your audience knows exactly how you mark yourself. Great personal branders make this a habit so they can clearly demonstrate what they are and arent about.Know their values. Another key component of an effective personal brand is identifying and communicating your values. Great personal branders have already asked themselves, What is it thats truly important to me? Maybe you value environmentalism, empathy, honesty, innovation, individuality, boldness or volunteering. Those with great brands know their personal values provide the foundation upon which their entire brand can be built.Identify their audience. Knowing what your audience wants from you is important to maintaining a relevant professional presence. For instance, a professional whos branded themselves as an expert on the economy might confuse their audience if they suddenly start sending out tweets about pop culture. The best branders identify what their audience wants from them and delivers consistent, timely, and relevant information to meet those expectations.Position themselves as experts. You cant create a great personal brand without being dedicated to learning all there is to know about your industry, and then demonstrating that knowledge. You can do this in a number of ways, like keeping a blog or creating and sharing email newsletters. No matter which outlet they choose, the best branders always work to deliver reliable and compelling information to keep their audience engaged.Keep their online presence up-to-date. Great branders know anyone can be Googli ng them at any time, and they know the Internet is usually the best resource for anyone who wants to know mora about them and their career. Keeping social media profiles, blogs, and websites clean and updated with the latest information is a key way to ensure others can access and understand what youre all about.Keep learning. Continuing to learn and grow is crucial to ensure your brand never falls short of expectations. The best personal branders stay on top of learning and developing their skills - and that doesnt necessarily mean going back to school. Great branders simply seize every opportunity to try new things and advance themselves professionally and personally.Following these seven habits of effective personal branders can mean the difference between showcasing yourself as a competent and valuable employee versus someone who places no importance on their personal values and professional goals. Take these tips with you as you craft your personal brand, and others will pick up on your commitment to professional success.Reposted with permission from Personal Branding Blog

These two things are the most important parts of any venture

These two things are the fruchtwein important parts of any ventureThese two things are the most important parts of any ventureWithout commitment youll never departure. But more importantly, without consistency youll never finish.?- ?Denzel WashingtonThese days, we repeatedly hear about the process.Its the process.Yes, it is. And when we give it more definition, we realize that the process does matter. The process is all of the steps that comprise ANY endeavor. We canleid focus only on the prize at the end. Its the journey that counts, of course. Its how we plan and execute on that process and see it through to completion. Were best to focus on that process.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreRight. Got it. Good.But what about the start and finish? Are they soold fashionedthat weve lost sight of the two most important parts of every great venture?A process means nothing if you never begin.A process means nothing if you dont know how to finish.Processes are tools. Processes help keep us focused. They remind us of what were doing. Think about it - if you tischset out to write a book, you know that you need to first and foremost do the writing. You need to create compelling, interesting prose that you will be proud of, and that others will want to read You have to edit your writing to ensure that it has flow and is error-free.And of course, you need a cover, front and back matter, etc. But the most important part of writing a book is the uhwriting.Both beginning the writing, then finishing the writing of the book. Everything else pales in comparison. If you never begin, if you doubt, fear, worry, wonder, procrastinate, then you never begin.And even if you do begin, if you do these things while youre in the middle, and lose sight of the finish line, then you also will not reach completion.BeginningThe most important part of any venture is thedoing. Which, of cours e, is why the process matters. But you first must begin You must have the commitment and discipline to actually begin Incredibly, this is lost on so many people. Conversations that I have with young professionals at conferences, speaking engagements and in coaching remind me that dreams without goals are just dreams.Ive heard countless people tell me that they want to launch a vlog. Or they want to be an actor. Writer. Author. Entrepreneur. You name it. And guess what they havent done?Nope, its not abouthaving a website.Nope, its not abouthaving a marketing plan.Nope, its not aboutthe process.They havent started. They havent even begun what their dream.If you never start, the process will never matter. You must begin. You must commit and will yourself to do what you said you were going to do. You must try that strategy, try that idea out, give it a shot. As the old saying goes, If you never try, youll never know. Theres nothing quite like going for it. Because you absolutely will no t know or understand what that means until you do it.Consistency is the true foundation of trust. Either keep your promises or do not make them.?- ?Roy T. BennettSo surely, the process matters, and this article is not meant to diminish the importance of having a plan and process. Far from it. Its meant to awaken our souls and minds to the reality that commitment and consistency are the essential underpinnings to every great venture. Commitment and consistency empower you to begin, to keep going and to reach the finish line.Every great venture, every great story has an ending. Processes by definition are finiteThis is from Merriam-Webstera natural phenomenon marked by gradual changes that lead toward a particular resulta series of actions or operations conducing to anend.We should always focus on the process, but its imperative for us to muster up the courage to begin and to power forward to the finish line of whatever we start.The best of the bestDenzel Washington is a man who knows this well. Breaking into a mostly white movie industry, he had roles thrown at him earlier in his career that would have paid him a lot of money, but ones that he felt compromised his integrity. He had a very tough decision to make - do I jump at what I can, begin and see it through to completion to take the big paycheck?Or do I have a discerning mind and appetite for how I make my decisions? Do I use my intelligent mind to take ownership over what Ichooseto start and what Ichooseto finish. He knew he had a choice. He knew that everything began with commitment and a willingness to give it a go. If his heart wasnt in it, he wouldnt do it. He talks about how he had concerns of bringing negative energy to the set if he wasnt committed.So he decided to commit to what he truly wanted. He did so with fire, passion, love and belief in himself. And he got going and consistently applied himself to become one of the greatest actors in Hollywood history.Finish what youve startedIts not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives. Its what we do consistently.?- ?Tony RobbinsThe decision to empower ourselves with ownership and choice instills a sense of commitment, and leads us to wanting to press forward with consistency that leads us to the finish line. A process will help us, but so will a closing plan. What will it look like when we finish? What will success look like? How will we celebrate our success?Having this presence of mind to identify that moment in the winners circle will drive you toward consistency. On those morning where you dont want to get out of bed because you fear rejection. On those days on less sleep when your child kept you up all night. On those days where you fear getting started so much, your mind begins to wander and you consider turning back to old habits and vices.Recognize that in those moments, you must press forward. Life and time stop for no one. If you want to go get whats yours, you must begin. You must commit. Youll never, ever k now otherwise. As Theodore Roosevelt once wrote, what we should fear most is being in that wretched, place with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.Begin. Finish. The process will take care of itself. All three phases matter. Just remember how important it is to get started with commitment and close with consistency.Join my newsletter foremotional intelligence and productivitycontentGet a FREE Coaching Callto Explore Your Emotional Intelligence, and Learn how to Achieve Your BiggestGoalsCheck out my Amazon bestseller, The Value of You, which has helped tens of thousands of people develop the game plan for living their best lifeThis article originally appeared on Medium.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, a ccording to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

Why you should be drinking mushroom coffee (even if it sounds gross)

Why you should be drinking mushroom coffee (even if it sounds gross)Why you should be drinking mushroom coffee (even if it sounds gross)Coffee has monopolized the energy business for quite some time. For decades the sheer iconography of a medium black beside a padfolio briefcase was enough to keep potential contenders at bay. However, many studies have shown the health setbacks of an over-caffeinated body.Luckily, a new type of coffee doesnt come with an inevitable mid-afternoon crash. Actually, it is very possible to get your java fix and do your body and mind some good withal you just may be a little freaked out by the name.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreMushroom coffee is a thingIf youre like me, you probably recognized the rumblings hailing the merits of mushroom coffee as a recent development. While its true, the alternative extract is currently enjoying a wealth of attent ion online, its origins actually predate listicles and Instagram stories.In the wake of World War II, the citizens of Finland were severed from several popular imports, coffee being one of them. There were several substitutes successfully considered, but chaga mushrooms might have had the most staying power. mora than 70 years later, the grandchildren of the resourceful improvisers that inspired mushroom coffee, have reestablished their legacy in the form of Four Stigmatic, a startup company that specializes in healthy medicinal mushroom based beverages.Were obsessed with the everyday magic of mushrooms like reishi, chaga, cordyceps and lions mane - Helping you relax, be well, energize and support productivity. says founders Tero Isokauppila and Mikko Revonniemio.Four Stigmatic promises that their mushroom infused coffee bears all the smooth flavorful attributes associated with a customary cup of joe.The concept of combing mushrooms and coffee, in order to boost focus, prevent canc er, and reduce over-caffeination has received some notable attention. The specific health benefits attributed to mushroom coffee are dependent on the kind of mushroom used, the most common are as follows Turkey tail, Chaga, Reishi, Lions Main, and Cordeyceps.A healthy mushroom familyBack in 2015, the Journal Of Ethnopharmacology published a study confirming that Chaga mushrooms promote anticancer activity, particularly colon cancer.The super mushrooms concurrently pack a myriad of important nutrients vitamin D, potassium, copper, magnesium, zinc, and iron just to name a few. Moreover the anti-oxidants they posses have been observed to reduce blood pressure.Turkey tail mushrooms provide a powerful boost to our immune systems. They contain two types of polysaccharopeptide studied to suppress inflammation. In doing so they promote immunity to certain toxins in addition to activating white blood cells instrumental in warding off harmful bacteria.Reishi mushrooms, alternatively known as lingzhi, which translates to mushroom of immortality.contain chemicals that protect against viral infections like the flu, and even chronic ailments like asthma. Its also an immunomodulator, which means it allows our immune stem to adapt to your body based on its needs.Lion Mane mushroomsare great for overall brain health. Theyre said to help prevent dementia, boost memory and even symptoms of depression and anxiety. The proteins they contain are responsible for the maintenance, survival, and repair of cells within the nervous system. It should be noted, that the oily earthy, taste of lions mane doesnt exactly make it an optimal shroom to mix with your coffee though you could always take it separately as a supplement.Cordeyceps Mushroomsare a Chinese mushroom renowned for their ability to naturally boost energy. They do so by improving the way our body utilizes oxygen during exercise.Generally speaking, mushroom coffee is sort of like a super-alternative, in that it boasts many of t he credentials credited to regular coffee, minus many of the setbacks. For instance, coffee, particularly dark roasts, has been well documented to aid against the effects of free radicals, which accelerate the aging process. As it turns out mushrooms posses even more of the anti-oxidants free radicals fear, sans the acidity. Studies conclude that one cup of mushroomcoffeecontainsersatzdarsteller theamountof antioxidants found in your average cup of black coffee.In addition to keeping us looking smooth and young, reduction of oxidative stress also slows down the process of cell deterioration.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people