Before LinkedIn, How Did Our Ancestors Find Jobs

Before LinkedIn, How Did Our Ancestors Find Jobs Didnt you always wonder how folks found jobs back in the day? I mean the day before LinkedIn. Were there neolithic recruiters? Were headhunters literally that? We will never know. What we do know is that there were jobs then that have somehow vanished. Some of the most sought after jobs from medieval times include: Fuller, arming squire, leech collector, barber-surgeon, stone worker, lime burner, treadmill worker, lance maker, chain-mail maker, royal falconer, purple maker, and shepherd. Titles like these surely stir up your interest in the job market of yesteryear? Thankfully we have a nice infographic from our buddies at MindFlash that describes how our forebears went about their careers, check out the Western Civilizations Historical Guide to the Job Search.

10 Factors That Determine a Great Hires Personal Brand - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

10 Factors That Determine a Great Hires Personal Brand - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career What do you look for when evaluating potential employees’ personal brands? The following answers are provided by members of  Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the worlds most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, YEC recently launched  BusinessCollective, a free virtual mentorship program that helps millions of entrepreneurs start and grow businesses. 1. Meaningful Social Interaction   Are the prospective employees tweeting left and right with zero engagement from their followers or are they taking part in meaningful conversations with industry insiders? This is something we consider in PR tech specifically, but its also a good indicator of how involved prospective employees will be with your team  in general.      Sharam Fouladgar-Mercer,  AirPR 2. Consistency   I look for regular updates and consistency in voice. If someones Twitter profile is a random mix of professional and inappropriate posts, its a red flag for me. Likewise, if someone runs a blog, I look for consistent posting. They dont have to post every week, especially if its just a hobby, but they should update it at least once a month and all the information should be current.    Dave Nevogt,  Hubstaff.com 3. Other Peoples Feedback on Them   When Im looking up the personal brands of potential employees, Im looking for positive and negative signs online. I found a glowingblog post on one potential employee that mentioned her and how amazing she was at a service project years ago. Another employee had a scathing review about him on  Ripoff Report. This isnt someone I want working for my company as it could drag us all down.    John Rampton,  Due 4. Authentic Enthusiasm   I like to see signs that team members are passionate about their careers and not just using work to finance other interests. The top one percent of workers in any field can’t hide their love for their work â€" they will blog and tweet about it on their personal social media, as their passion for their field is ingrained in their lives.    Ross Cohen,  BeenVerified 5. Successful Track Records   When a potential employee has a string of achievements in their wake, you know theyre doing something right. But it  isnt only about those projects that have gone well. Its also about the times theyve encountered failure, how they dealt with it and what they learned from it. While you dont want employees who take unnecessary risks, you dont want risk-aversive employees either.    Nicole Munoz,  Start Ranking Now 6. How They Spend Their Personal Time   This goes beyond religion, politics or even creed. I want to know that the candidate actually has a worldview, even if it completely counters mine. This lets me know that theyre a risk-taker to a certain degree; however, it depends on what they align themselves with. I have interviewed a candidate that had similar interests as me and they were not afraid to offer pointers on how I could improve.    Cody McLain,  SupportNinja 7. Content That Contributes to Their Field   I make a lot of technical hires. One thing I look for is authorship of content that shows they’ve thought deeply about their field. Education and experience are important, but someone can have both and still not have engaged with ideas in a meaningful way. If they’ve published influential or valuable content, it’s a sign that they think deeply about the issues that impact their work.      Vik Patel,  Future Hosting 8. Their Email Communication Style   These days, the way you write over email is a huge part of how you interact with and make an impression on people in a professional context regardless of  your specific job function. You want to look for people who are concise, thoughtful and clear in everything from the words they use to the way the email is formatted.      Roger Lee,  Captain401 9. Diversity   Unless a prospective employee’s values are clearly opposed to the values of the company, we don’t make decisions based on what they write, tweet or share on Facebook. As a technology company, we want the most expert and experienced employees. I would be happy to employ someone with no “personal brand” at all if I were confident in their ability to contribute to moving the company forward.    Justin Blanchard,  ServerMania Inc. 10. Anything Beyond Social Media   Too often we equate personal brand with social media presence. Social media is just one piece of the brand puzzle.  I look for people who know how to interact in person as well. Ive seen social media wizards act like wallflowers at events. And Ive seen great  writers fall apart on the phone. The best people  can connect with customers via email, social media, phone and in person.      Brandon Bruce,  Cirrus Insight

Is your Job in Danger Here are the Signs.

Is your Job in Danger Here are the Signs. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'XbfsSl_rQ4ZvXCf1nzU0Iw',sig:'U0ZaKMevmX5ega9HBfT8TGlPauB6rl13fcYDqIdAzGI=',w:'509px',h:'339px',items:'638681851',caption: false ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Experience is simply the name we give our mistakes. Oscar Wilde You’re getting a vague, uneasy feeling that things are not right at work. You just found out that you were left off the list for the project launch meeting. Your manager says you won’t be going to the annual conference this year. She’s also cancelled your last two weekly check in meetings at the last minute. Should you be worried about losing your job? Maybe. Here are some signs you might be on the way out. You are passed over for important assignments or not included in meetings. Your boss or your peers seem uncomfortable or start avoiding you. Projects you’ve been handling are reassigned without explanation, or with an explanation that seems weak or contrived. A peer gets assigned to your project so she can “review what’s been done so far,” or for some other vague oversight purpose. Here are some ideas on how to save the situation: If your performance has been discussed before (for example, in a less than stellar performance review), you can ask for a formal meeting to review your progress. If this is the first time you’ve felt that your competence was in question, ask for an informal meeting with your supervisor. Cite specific examples of times when you felt as though you were being excluded or questioned, and ask directly, “Is there some concern about my ability to handle this project?”  Ask for honest and direct feedback, and watch carefully for signs your supervisor may be uncomfortable or not very forthcoming. Offer to work on what she perceives as your weakness by creating a plan of action to correct what’s wrong. If she seems to waiver about this, ask directly, “is this (situation or error or perception) fatal?” If she reveals that she doesn’t believe that you’re the right fit for the job or assignment, it’s natural to feel angry and embarrassed. But you may be able to salvage your reputation and buy some time if you remain calm and contrite. Take responsibility for your performance; don’t give in to the temptation to blame lack of resources or training or other people. “I am so sorry it’s not working out. I want you to know that I appreciate the opportunity you’ve given me and I worked hard to be successful. Thanks for being honest with me; this feedback, difficult as it is to hear, will help me grow.” Ask if you can begin the process of looking for another position to avoid being terminated. The best possible outcome is her agreeing to let you leave of your own accord as soon as you find another job. Set a deadline together, a date by which you’ll leave even if you don’t have another job lined up. Resigning is a much better alternative to being fired for cause. During your last few weeks with the company, continue to do your best work. You can repair your reputation, leave on good terms and make a fresh start at a new company. Be sure to pack your new hard-won wisdom.

How to Revamp Your Professional Image

How to Revamp Your Professional Image Recently we covered how to dress with confidence at work. It’s not a frivolous topic; your confidence is directly tied to your performance. It’s part of what people notice first about you. Of course, you have to have great skills and good ideas, but your image is also a critical part of how you’re perceived and how confident you feel. If you’re wondering if your personal style could use an update, it probably could. Especially if you’re contemplating a career change or you’re breaking into a new industry. You may need an update to help your outside appearance match your inner energy â€" to help you make the transition from college student to serious professional, for example. Whether you’re a new graduate starting your career or a veteran in your field, there are some easy ways to give your look a refresh. Your style will depend in part on your career choice and the type of company you work for. The dress code for a conservative financial institution will be dramatically different from a tech startup, just as a creative ad agency will differ from a social justice nonprofit.  This is the first consideration when it comes to styling yourself for your profession. Conservative style Just because you work in a professional and serious field doesn’t mean your outfits have to be boring or lack personality. Keep an open mind when it comes to the usual suit or dress. You can incorporate bright colors, fun patterns on a tie, or a dress with on-trend features or eye-catching flats with cut outs. Watch what successful executives wear and see if you can merge the best elements of their style   and your own taste. You’ll probably notice them wearing mostly serious colors, like black, navy, white and gray, and conservative cuts and skirt lengths. You can add statement jewelry and trendy accessories to liven up your look. Creative style A lot of startups and creative companies allow for a more relaxed atmosphere, which includes the dress code. It’s important that you know the difference between your off duty look and your office look, even if your company culture allows jeans and casual clothes.  Working for a creative or more relaxed company allows for a lot more flexibility but it’s still important to stay appropriate in the office. Jeans should be in good repair (dark denim looks more professional â€" keep the ripped and faded look for the weekend.) If you’re wearing a tee shirt, make sure it doesn’t have a message that undermines your professionalism. Keep a simple dark blazer at the office. You can slip it on to dress up your casual look for meetings or client visits â€" you’ll be able to look polished and pulled together at a minute’s notice. Accessorize yourself â€" If you’re working to make your style more fresh and modern, or make yourself look like an up and coming professional, accessories are a great way to personalize or modernize your professional look. It’s worth investing in purses, briefcases, quality pens, and leather portfolios; buy the best quality you can afford. They will last for years, and people notice them more than you think. High quality accessories signal your taste and attention to detail and can add personality to an otherwise conservative look. Quality eyeglasses can add a quirky, trendy and smart look to any outfit. With affordable brands like Warby Parker coming into the market, you can afford to switch up this accessory any day of the week. Jewelry can add an interesting touch to any outfit. Accessories like these bold earrings from Nordstrom or funky ties like these from Zazzle serve as statements about your style and conversation starters as well. If you’re not sure what your personal style might be, try this guide from Stitch Fix for women or this one for men.

Rules to Writing a Good Resume

Rules to Writing a Good ResumeIt is not easy to write a good resume. It takes time and patience to develop one that will stand out among the thousands of other resumes that are already on the market. You need to know what your chances are and what your strengths are. How can you make your resume stand out from the rest?First, when you start, you want to start by outlining what you want your future employer to see. What do you want them to know about you? Do you want them to read about your experiences, educational achievements, awards, and more? This will give them a better idea of who you are.Writing a bio is also a great place to start. What do you have to offer employers that they will be able to find useful? The bio part of your resume is only one paragraph, so you can get a lot more information in there. You can find links in your bios that provide the information you want listed out.Your next step is to write a cover letter. You want to make it short and sweet and highlight the areas that you have to offer to the employer. You want them to have a reason to remember you and what you can do for them.After you have written your cover letter, make sure that you use your resource box in a way that makes sense. In this part of your resume, make sure that you list everything that you want them to know about you. It should all be in one place, which will make it easier for them to find.Another thing that many people forget about when writing a good resume is going back and checking and rechecking your skills. A lot of people do not realize that, while they may have good skills, they could be better. You can always learn something new or improve your skills, so you will want to make sure that you are as fresh as possible when it comes to your skills.Make sure that you write your skills down, including anything that may be considered as a skill. Even if it is just something like 'accomplished sales' you still need to write it down. If you are not sure how to write a good resume, then consider hiring a professional writer.All in all, there are some rules to writing a good resume. You just need to remember that no matter how much you know about a subject, it will not matter if you do not show your employer who you are. Make sure that you have a nice, bold, and easy to read resume that will impress your future employer.

New speech format - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

New speech format - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog I spoke about happiness at work at a conference yesterday, and that gave me a chance to try out a new, even more active format than I normally use. I had people visualizing happiness at work, practicing cheerful good mornings and high-fiving each other. All in all, it was a great success, and Im going to take my presentations even more in that direction! I was also interviewed by a journalist from the Danish business newspaper B?rsen, and the article is here (in Danish). 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

#h5yr and #h5is - find out how these two cryptic twitter tags promote happiness at work. - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

#h5yr and #h5is - find out how these two cryptic twitter tags promote happiness at work. - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Take a moment to check out these two websites with some slightly cryptic links: h5yr.com h5is.com They were created by Douglas Robar, a member of the Umbraco Community, that develops and uses the open source Umbraco CMS. They wanted a good way to share both success and mistakes and since there are hundreds of people working with Umbraco spread out all over the world they do this through twitter. If you want to praise a fellow member of the community for doing good work you can mention them on twitter and add the twitter tag #h5yr for High Five, You Rock (based on one of the exercises from our speeches). If youve just made a mistake at work and want to share it so others can learn from your example, you can tweet about it and add #h5is for High Five, I Suck. The two sites above list the most recent tweets that contain those two tags so the community members have a record of their successes and their failures and can appreciate and learn from both. And remember: Its important for a workplace to celebrate when things go well, but equally important to celebrate mistakes and failure. Heres why. PS. Also note that there is no h5ys (High Five You Suck) tag. That would NOT promote happiness at work! Related posts Top 5 reasons to celebrate mistakes at work. Top 5 business maxims that need to go. Happiness and elephants. 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