Ryan Smiths Blog Sucks (but its getting better)

Ryan Smiths Blog Sucks (but its getting better) Disclaimer: I found Ryan Smiths blog via a Google Alert. I checked out his first (and only post, at the time) and right away thought Man, I gotta share this with my readers! This is the first of three posts, today is the introduction, tomorrow is what I dont like about his blog, and Thursday is what I recommend for his blog strategy. Weve exchanged a number of e-mails, he is okay with me writing about this, and he has already incorporated some ideas. Hes a self-confessed newbie and I really respect that he jumped in head first. I just think it could have been done differently. Note: if you know of any opportunities in Michigan for a dependable guy with a degree in Marketing/Management, please let him know (the best way is to go to his blog, find the My Resume box on the left, click on Web, and then click on the Contact tab. Or just click here). Meet Ryan Smith. Hes about my age (Gen X). He lives in Michigan and has had his degree since 1999. He is looking for work and decided to start a blog: Ryans first blog post was kind of a hey world! Im here! Come see me and know that Im in a job search! I liked the tenacity. But everything I saw and read was contrary to what my You Get It award winners are doing! In fact, over the last 15 months Ive seen a few of these types of blogs. There has only been one example that I actually liked, all of the rest I found to be the wrong solution (with potentially bad long-term results): I came across Clint James through a buddy. I LOVED his job search blog as he was chronicling his experience in a very thoughtful, mature way. Clint was not blogging as a me against the employers, rather I could read his ability to think critically and apply lessons and principles to the task at hand. I have not found another job seeker blog like this. Heres the bonus: he has continued to blog about his job and in a way that would make me proud, if I were his boss. I wish this was the best example out there, but Im sad to say its the ONLY example out there) (of what Id recommend). Ryans style is much more common, especially amongst the GenY crowd. And I wanted to see if he would be open to constructive criticism. Not only was he open, he was cool about me blogging about it. Good for you Ryan and please take all of this in the same spirit that I offer it. To get started, here are the questions that I posed to him in our first e-mail: Do you foresee any issues with employers that might have a problem with your transparency during this search? Do you have some kind of guideline or unwritten policy that you use to ensure you dont mention anything confidential, or something like that? Have you looked at Emurse? This is something that you could/should do, and then either put a widget on your blog or at least link back to it – the formatting is much better than your introductory post. Are you doing any blog marketing? Leaving comments on other peoples blogs, leaving your blog addy? Aside from asking for Digg votes, are you doing any other promotional stuff (stumbleupon, etc.)? Have you looked at other templates? Tell me about your total online presence strategy – LinkedIn, Facebook, Myspace, etc. More tomorrow. What do you think? Is Ryan on the right track (remember, when we communicated he only had one post up)? See anything right off the bat that you would change or recommend? Id love to have this be a group project with other people chiming in Ryan Smiths Blog Sucks (but its getting better) Disclaimer: I found Ryan Smiths blog via a Google Alert. I checked out his first (and only post, at the time) and right away thought Man, I gotta share this with my readers! This is the first of three posts, today is the introduction, tomorrow is what I dont like about his blog, and Thursday is what I recommend for his blog strategy. Weve exchanged a number of e-mails, he is okay with me writing about this, and he has already incorporated some ideas. Hes a self-confessed newbie and I really respect that he jumped in head first. I just think it could have been done differently. Note: if you know of any opportunities in Michigan for a dependable guy with a degree in Marketing/Management, please let him know (the best way is to go to his blog, find the My Resume box on the left, click on Web, and then click on the Contact tab. Or just click here). Meet Ryan Smith. Hes about my age (Gen X). He lives in Michigan and has had his degree since 1999. He is looking for work and decided to start a blog: Ryans first blog post was kind of a hey world! Im here! Come see me and know that Im in a job search! I liked the tenacity. But everything I saw and read was contrary to what my You Get It award winners are doing! In fact, over the last 15 months Ive seen a few of these types of blogs. There has only been one example that I actually liked, all of the rest I found to be the wrong solution (with potentially bad long-term results): I came across Clint James through a buddy. I LOVED his job search blog as he was chronicling his experience in a very thoughtful, mature way. Clint was not blogging as a me against the employers, rather I could read his ability to think critically and apply lessons and principles to the task at hand. I have not found another job seeker blog like this. Heres the bonus: he has continued to blog about his job and in a way that would make me proud, if I were his boss. I wish this was the best example out there, but Im sad to say its the ONLY example out there) (of what Id recommend). Ryans style is much more common, especially amongst the GenY crowd. And I wanted to see if he would be open to constructive criticism. Not only was he open, he was cool about me blogging about it. Good for you Ryan and please take all of this in the same spirit that I offer it. To get started, here are the questions that I posed to him in our first e-mail: Do you foresee any issues with employers that might have a problem with your transparency during this search? Do you have some kind of guideline or unwritten policy that you use to ensure you dont mention anything confidential, or something like that? Have you looked at Emurse? This is something that you could/should do, and then either put a widget on your blog or at least link back to it – the formatting is much better than your introductory post. Are you doing any blog marketing? Leaving comments on other peoples blogs, leaving your blog addy? Aside from asking for Digg votes, are you doing any other promotional stuff (stumbleupon, etc.)? Have you looked at other templates? Tell me about your total online presence strategy – LinkedIn, Facebook, Myspace, etc. More tomorrow. What do you think? Is Ryan on the right track (remember, when we communicated he only had one post up)? See anything right off the bat that you would change or recommend? Id love to have this be a group project with other people chiming in Ryan Smiths Blog Sucks (but its getting better) Disclaimer: I found Ryan Smiths blog via a Google Alert. I checked out his first (and only post, at the time) and right away thought Man, I gotta share this with my readers! This is the first of three posts, today is the introduction, tomorrow is what I dont like about his blog, and Thursday is what I recommend for his blog strategy. Weve exchanged a number of e-mails, he is okay with me writing about this, and he has already incorporated some ideas. Hes a self-confessed newbie and I really respect that he jumped in head first. I just think it could have been done differently. Note: if you know of any opportunities in Michigan for a dependable guy with a degree in Marketing/Management, please let him know (the best way is to go to his blog, find the My Resume box on the left, click on Web, and then click on the Contact tab. Or just click here). Meet Ryan Smith. Hes about my age (Gen X). He lives in Michigan and has had his degree since 1999. He is looking for work and decided to start a blog: Ryans first blog post was kind of a hey world! Im here! Come see me and know that Im in a job search! I liked the tenacity. But everything I saw and read was contrary to what my You Get It award winners are doing! In fact, over the last 15 months Ive seen a few of these types of blogs. There has only been one example that I actually liked, all of the rest I found to be the wrong solution (with potentially bad long-term results): I came across Clint James through a buddy. I LOVED his job search blog as he was chronicling his experience in a very thoughtful, mature way. Clint was not blogging as a me against the employers, rather I could read his ability to think critically and apply lessons and principles to the task at hand. I have not found another job seeker blog like this. Heres the bonus: he has continued to blog about his job and in a way that would make me proud, if I were his boss. I wish this was the best example out there, but Im sad to say its the ONLY example out there) (of what Id recommend). Ryans style is much more common, especially amongst the GenY crowd. And I wanted to see if he would be open to constructive criticism. Not only was he open, he was cool about me blogging about it. Good for you Ryan and please take all of this in the same spirit that I offer it. To get started, here are the questions that I posed to him in our first e-mail: Do you foresee any issues with employers that might have a problem with your transparency during this search? Do you have some kind of guideline or unwritten policy that you use to ensure you dont mention anything confidential, or something like that? Have you looked at Emurse? This is something that you could/should do, and then either put a widget on your blog or at least link back to it – the formatting is much better than your introductory post. Are you doing any blog marketing? Leaving comments on other peoples blogs, leaving your blog addy? Aside from asking for Digg votes, are you doing any other promotional stuff (stumbleupon, etc.)? Have you looked at other templates? Tell me about your total online presence strategy – LinkedIn, Facebook, Myspace, etc. More tomorrow. What do you think? Is Ryan on the right track (remember, when we communicated he only had one post up)? See anything right off the bat that you would change or recommend? Id love to have this be a group project with other people chiming in

How to Find the Right Resume Writing Service

How to Find the Right Resume Writing ServiceThere are many ways to find the right resume writing service that meets your needs. The Internet is a great place to do your research, and you can find the right resume writing service without ever leaving the comfort of your home. However, you will still need to put in some time to do your research so that you will know what you are getting when you hire the services of a professional resume writer.Before hiring a company to write your resume, there are a few things that you should ask of them. There are services that do charge extra for samples of their work, but these samples should be a good representation of what they will produce for you. They should also be able to provide you with the free sample or samples that you need to see before you make a decision.Although it is possible to get free resume samples from some sites, most of them only offer you samples that are a day old. So if you are lucky enough to get one from the top servic e, chances are they will only have samples from their current clients. So if you are not getting a sample that is up to date, it would be wise to stick with a less expensive service.Another thing to look for in a service is how long they have been in business. If the company does not have a track record of quality work, then they will not be good for your business. Resume writers should also know how to use Microsoft Word. This is one of the most popular word processing programs out there, and it is always a good idea to have professionals who are very familiar with the program available to you.You should also look for a service that offers free samples of work that they have already completed. Most companies will offer you samples that include proofreading, grammar, and writing samples as well as examples of the type of work that they do best. This is a great way to see the type of resume that you are going to get before you hire them to do your work. It is always a good idea to do a little bit of research and make sure that you have a service that gives you quality work before you pay them to do the work for you.You should also see what types of reviews are written about the service. Because the resume writing industry is quite competitive, many of the top companies are willing to share their opinions about the services that they offer. If they have a lot of positive reviews, then it is a good bet that they will be a good service to use.Another thing to look for in a resume writing service is whether or not they offer suggestions on the type of resume that you should use. A good service will never give you suggestions that they think you should use. If you are unsure of what to write, the best thing to do is to let them know what you are looking for.When you are looking for the right resume writing service to hire, there are a few things that you should consider. You should always ask for samples of their work and ask for free samples so that you can see wha t they offer. You should also make sure that they have been in business for some time, and if they do not have samples, then they should be able to provide you with samples that you can see before you hire them.

Find Your Passion Achieve Your Dream Career - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Find Your Passion Achieve Your Dream Career - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Listen to any mega-successful person, and you’ll hear them talk about having passion in their work. But what if you’re not sure what your passion is? My passion eluded me for a long time. But I finally took an inventory of my life and where I wanted to go and discovered it (actually I have several). Here are some tips to figuring out your passion: What do you enjoy about what you do now and work from the past? Even if you don’t enjoy your job or business, there are likely aspects that you do like. Perhaps it’s the income or type of work. Maybe you like your colleagues. When I did this exercise, I realized I liked helping people. My background was in social work (a helping profession), but as I made the transition to being an entrepreneur, what I enjoyed most was work that helped  others. Make a list of the aspects of your current career that you enjoy. What don’t you like about what you do now or did in the past? This list might be easier, but be sure to delve beyond a boss you don’t like. Do you prefer to work outside, but instead you’re trapped in an interior office with no window? Is it the work itself or other aspects (the income, colleagues, location etc) that you don’t enjoy. As much as I enjoy helping others, I don’t like appointments, which eliminates work such as coach. I also don’t like having to work under other people’s rules, especially if the policies are ineffective or inefficient. No one is going to see this list unless you show it to them, so list everything about your current and even past work that you didnt like. If you could do anything, what would you do? For some people, this might be a difficult question, but open your mind and let your dreams flow. If you could do anythingand I mean anything, what would it be. No filters on this list. If you want to be a rock star or Olympic athlete write it down. Perhaps the dream career isn’t quite as large, but still a challenge, such as starting your own business or writing a novel. Why aren’t you doing it? If you know what would make you happy, why aren’t you doing it? The most common reasons I hear for not pursuing a dream is time, money and other obligations. Many people dont like the work or time it takes to achieve goals. You need to get specific on why you aren’t following through. Do you know what you’d need to do? Are you too old or too young? Do you lack belief you could do it? Do you not have support? Do you get discouraged because it seems do daunting? Write down all the reasons you’ve put your passion on the back burner. What would it take for you to do it or get close to it? Pretend there is nothing to stop you. Your success is guaranteed if you just do what it takes to get it done. Do you know what you’d need to do? What does it take to start a business, write a novel or become a rock star? If you’ve determined that it’s impossible to achieve your goal (i.e. you’d like to be a prima ballerina, but you’re 50 years old and only 4’8” tall), what can you do to get near your goal? Can you teach ballet, open a ballet studio or get a job with a ballet company doing something else? Are you willing to do what it takes to do it? This is where the rubber meets the road. My experience is that most people know what they need to do (#5), but they let life (#4) keep them from doing it. However, with a little creativity and a willingness to figure out how to get out of your own way and overcome obstacles, you can achieve success. History is littered with examples of people who had no money, time or resources and yet achieved great things. Single parents, college students, teenagers, baby boomers and others from all walks of life are taking their passions by the horns and wrangling them into reality. There’s no reason you can’t either. It will take research, planning, work and time, but if you’re willing take action, you can live your passion.

Interested in self-employment Want to start your own business one day University of Manchester Careers Blog

Interested in self-employment Want to start your own business one day University of Manchester Careers Blog Just to let you know we now have a massive 7 Enterprise events lined up commencing Wednesday 13th February and on consecutive Wednesdays thereafter. New events just recently added to the programme include a ‘Freelancing’ themed event and an event for International students about the Entrepreneurs Visa. 1)         Wednesday 13th February come and hear our panel of successful local business entrepreneurs (all Manchester alumni) talking about how they’ve got where they are today and what they would do (or not do) again.   This inspiring event will provide you with an opportunity to hear first-hand about how they started out in business and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. 2)         On Wednesday 20th February the key theme for this one hour event is exploring individual motives for considering going it alone plus there is vital encouragement for anyone who has made it this far!!! 3)         Do you want to make the world a better place? If yes then don’t miss the event on Wednesday 27th February looking at Social Enterprise. 4)         Got a great business idea but are unsure what to do? Do you need a business plan? Dont miss this practical workshop event on Wednesday 6th March. 5)         Have you got a business problem? Need some advice? Make an appointment at the Business Clinic on Wednesday 6th March and talk with a specialist who will consider your symptoms and then diagnose some assistance which will help drive your business idea onto the next level 6)         Considering going freelance? If you’re interested in life as your own boss come and hear about it first hand from an experienced freelancer who has worked in the events and entertainment industry. Join us on Wednesday 13th March 7)         The final event is aimed at International students considering starting their own business. The Entrepreneurs Visa for International Students is taking place on Wednesday 20th March. Places for all the events will be allocated on a first come first served basis so arrive early.   Dont forget if you wish to attend register your interest on Careerslink to get a reminder and updates or changes to this event. Don’t worry if you can’t make the events The Careers Service can help by signposting you onto relevant experts or support. Plus weve got plenty of resources to explore motivation, personal suitability, business feasibility and local support organisations! Check out our web pages or make an appointment to see oone of our Careers Consultants. All Undergraduate

Find the Best Professional Resume Writing Services in Brampton

Find the Best Professional Resume Writing Services in BramptonTo the employer, there are many advantages to getting professional resume writing services in Brampton. The right company will ensure that your resume is structured and organized, this will make the job easier for an interviewer and will also make it easier for them to read your resume.Professionals in Brampton will help you through the process of creating a professional resume, so that you do not waste your time. This means that they will ensure that your resume is concise and easy to read. They will also ensure that your resume is aligned with your needs and objectives.Professional Brampton resume writing services will also have access to many of the best companies in the world. These people will be able to access the latest and most cutting edge technology and software. This will ensure that your resume is as up to date as possible and allows the company to put your skills and qualifications into the best possible light .There are many types of professional resume writing services in Brampton. You can choose to work with an agency or with individual people. Some agencies will have different rates than others. Therefore you may find that you get better value for money if you work with one agency and not another.Individual resume writers are becoming very popular these days. They can create a very effective professional resume in a matter of hours. They are also able to provide a variety of templates and tips to ensure that your resume is put together correctly.When searching for professional services in Brampton, it is essential that you get someone who can provide you with a personal service. If you choose to use a third party service, you could end up having to go back on to the same agency or company again in the future. It is therefore essential that you find a company that you feel comfortable working with.If you have decided to use a third party service, it is important that you choose the rig ht professional resume writing services. You can search online for these services, or you can ask a friend or family member who has used such services before to recommend them.Using professional services means that you will be able to make your resume look professional and well prepared. These services also guarantee that your resume will go through a testing stage and will go through a rigorous review process. This ensures that the best people are involved in the process of coming up with the best professional resume writing services in Brampton.

How To Find Your Dream Medical Technician Job

How To Find Your Dream Medical Technician JobMedical technician career opportunities are more competitive today than they have ever been before. All the recent technological advances have made it easier for business to be run more efficiently. That is why a job search for a medical technician is such a good idea.The most important thing for business owners to know is that many of the employment opportunities for medical technicians are in the non-medical sector. These opportunities are the type of job that requires you to have an analytical mind, and good writing skills. These types of opportunities are everywhere.Part of your job search for a medical technician job will involve the traditional way of going about finding a job. That is by submitting your resume to local medical staff and HR departments. You can use these as your source for finding jobs that are currently available.The reason that using these types of avenues is not the best way to find a medical technician is because many of these people will simply not have any interest in your skill set. As much as possible you should try to avoid contacting them until after you have had at least a short interview. If they do not hire you out of the interview then you will know that there are far too many candidates vying for that position.However, if you do get an interview that is with a hospital or clinic that does not require a medical certificate, you will find that it is going to be much easier to find employment once you have completed your training. Of course, you may have to look a little harder. This is particularly true for an experienced medical technician who has put in the required training hours for the state licensing requirement.You can also try visiting your state medical requirements website. Many states will have these listed, and they should have a list of references that can help you find an employer. You can go online and even visit forums to see what others have found.You may have to l ook hard to find employment once you have completed your training and state medical certificate requirements. Many employers do not realize that a medical technician should be able to write, and many will not have any background in that area. When looking for a job, keep in mind that there are going to be many more applicants for the jobs than you might expect.Remember that a career in the medical field will require you to have some very specialized knowledge. It is no good applying for jobs in a field that you cannot even begin to identify, let alone know how to work.

Hugging NY - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Hugging NY - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Theres a kinda funny kinda sad story on NY Times about one Jayson Littman. He is a financial analyst who happens to think that New Yorkers could use a hug. So it was, a month ago, that Mr. Littman began distributing hugs free from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sundays in Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village. At first I thought no one would respond, said Mr. Littman, 26, who lives in Manhattan. But on his first Sunday, standing before a giant hand-lettered sign that reads Free Hugs, Mr. Littman and a friend embraced 200 people in two and a half hours. Theres a lot of war and blood in the world right now, he said, and this helps to even it out. Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related

Need a Career Makeover Five Tips for Reinventing Yourself - Hallie Crawford

Need a Career Makeover Five Tips for Reinventing Yourself Has your job lost its luster? Are you tired of feeling dragged down by your work and, have you wanted to make a change but haven’t done anything about it? If so, it is time for a career makeover. This is a great time to evaluate your career direction and whether you are truly fulfilled at work. Everyone deserves to have a job that makes them want to jump out of bed in the morning. It takes time and commitment to make this happen, but it is possible. You spend the majority of your day at work, so it is absolutely vital to your health and well-being to have a career that fills you and gives you a sense of purpose. Because this kind of transition takes time, I strongly recommend you don’t put it off any longer. Follow these five tips to begin your career transition 1.  Make a list of what you enjoy most about your current work; come up with at least five things. How can you translate those things into a new career direction? 2.  Write down your greatest strengths and how they can transfer into a new industry. Review your resume and pull out transferable skills. Ask a friend or family member to help you review it for an objective opinion. How can each of these skills be translated into a different possible career path? 3.  Conduct informational interviews with people in the industries that interest you.  Gather information about the industry and what the jobs in that field typically entail and require. Use these interviews to find out what it would take to transition into that field. Be sure to ask them what skills and experience are required, and based on their answers, determine if you need to take some classes or volunteer, for example, to gain experience. 4.  Create a timeline for the “reinventing process.”  Set a realistic timeline, such as 3â€"6 months, for your transition and create a plan from there. Set a deadline and work backwards. Having a plan will enable you to stay organized and motivated to make the change. Make sure your process is clear and concise. Set goals for yourself that you know you can achieve but will also move you out of your comfort zone. 5.  Monitor your progress. Refer back your timeline on a regular basis to make sure you are on schedule. Writing it down isn’t enough â€" you need to check in with your progress regularly. If you need to make revisions to your plan, you can. It is better to have a plan and be willing to be flexible with it than not create one at all because you’re afraid to fail. The time is NOW! This is the perfect time to start your career transition when you are fresh and motivated to set resolutions and create a new career path.