Friday, November 29, 2019

What to Put on a Resume [in 2019]

What to Put on a Resume in 2019What to Put on a Resume Most Important Sections to Put in a ResumeA resume, also sometimes referred to as a CV (Curriculum Vitae) should be a very essential part of your armory when applying for jobs. In fact, in many cases, your resume is the single deciding factor that comes to play in that job search as fruchtwein recruiters are not so keen on interviews sometimes for the sake of impartiality or not in some other cases. Therefore it goes without saying that your resume has to be very professionally compiled or in the worst case very well written.A perfect resume should not appear on a recruiters desk without the following in no orderMost Important Information to Include in a ResumeKey Skills (Hard Skills + Soft Skills)AchievementsProfessional Summary Professional TitleContact InformationExperience (Work Education - depending on your level of experience)So kindly keep this in mind while applying for that job and do let your friends know too, a resume without all or any of the above is total nonsense and will soon be thrown to the trash pile as quick as it welches received. While writing your resume, make sure that it never gets mailed to the recruiter without the above details, especially your Contact Details considering that your recruiter will have no way of contacting you in the event that you do get the said job.A lot of people absolutely do not have an inkling of how to write an Objective for a resume. It is also known as a Resume Summary. And well, an Objective on your resume is a must if you have any interest in making it the perfect resume. An Objective or Resume summary should be a very short introduction that comes just right after the Contact Details. It gives a quick summary of your career progress and where youre gunning for. It should not exceed three lines and should be straight to the point.A great resume should also definitely house your achievements/accomplishments as theyre for one going to probably impress y our recruiter or in other cases simply portray you as a serious person, whos handled other projects. Many people on the other hand wonder if hobbies and interests in a resume are not a tad too far. Well, for people who are applying for jobs with not many previous experiences, hobbies and interests which are similar or largely related to the job youre applying for will definitely look great on your resume, otherwise just keep your hobbies to yourself. The recruiter will most probably not be interested if theyre not in any way related to the job youre applying for.Another very confusing thing about writing resumes is the issue of what skills to put on a resume. Skills can in most cases be the most important part of your resume, so please dont joke with them while writing. While applying for jobs, skills are divided into two basic parts and theyre Hard and Soft skills. Hard skills are those learned professionally while soft skills are in most cases self-taught and can be developed thro ugh hobbies. It is equally important to know that most recruiters today simply use the Applicants Tracking System (ATS) software to filter through their applications as they usually receive too many to departure going through one after the other. This software is usually programmed to look out for certain keywords and you can be sure that if those keywords are used randomly as some of your skills, youre definitely getting in. Some of these skills are Leadership, Communication, Research, Teamwork but to name a few.Most experts disagree on the subjects of references on a resume. While some believe that they should not be on your resume at all, some hold the contrary opinion that they should be a part of your resume. Most of the time, references have no business on your resume as there is a very high probability that your recruiter will not contact thousands of people used as references in different job applications. The best thing to do in this situation is to own a separate professio nal resume references page as most recruiters dont bother to ask for a reference until later when your employment is a lot more secure. You should also know how to list references on a resume appropriately. Make sure to include the Name, Position, Phone number, emaille address and company or organization of your reference. You should on no occasion include your references home address as this might amount to an invasion of privacy, although, on the other hand, there is a very high probability that your recruiter does not intend to pay your reference a home visit.Above all, always remember to tailor your resume to fit the particular job youre applying for. A one size fits all is one of last things recruiters expect and will definitely get you nowhere.

Sunday, November 24, 2019

Interoception The most effective tool against anxiety

Interoception The most effective tool against anxietyInteroception The most effective tool against anxietyThe strides made in pharmacological psychiatry are not without their cost. One of which is illuminated by a concept called interoception.Interoception, the sixth sensory system delineated bySir Charles S. Sherringtonin 1906, is the somatic mechanism that informs us of all of ur internal sensations. Its a difficult thing to define in laymens terms without appearing like a new-age-nonsense peddler, but the science itself is actually pretty simple.The tiny receptors that reside inside our organs, muscles, skin, and bones are constantly collecting data to send to the brain, which in turn interprets their messages as sensations like hunger, pain, sexual arousal and so on.Various internal responsescoalesce to form emotionsheart palpitations, tingling, shallow breath, and pressure in the sinus cavities is neatly defined as anger for instance. The more efficiently our brain is able to bo th receive and interpret these signals the more oursocial understanding, problem-solving skills, and institution are enhanced.Unfortunately, despite the impressive advancements weve made in molecular medicine, the instruments intended to alleviate suffering has further obscured this vital and underappreciated sense. A collective over-reliance on clinical psychology and pharmaceutical drugs has hindered our flexibility of thought, overcomplicated our theory of mind and dulled our sense of self. Sort of like the tower of Babel a perversion of communication has disrupted their shared goal.Studies reveal the distortion of interoception to be the nucleus of many ailments of the mind anxiety, eating disorders, addiction all afflictions that are in direct conflict with the bodys wants, needs, and perception.The science that fuels convenience is also scorching avenues of correspondence between our bodies and our brainsand I dont see it losing momentum anytime soon.As stated in the report w ritten byDavid Plans of Scientific America of which this meditation is based Our use of drugs to mask symptoms has contributed to a lack of awareness about our own bodies. So has the emergence of technologies such as computers, smartphones, remotes and game controllers, which only involve our bodies- usually just our fingers- as control inputs.A return to mindfulnessWere better equipped to process harmful emotions like anxiety and stress when we understand their agency clearly. Instead of the eagerness to address them exclusively by mitigating their effects, through the use of various medications, most experts stress the importance of reconditioning the language that allows them to run rampant in the first place.Moreover, as Plans points outBenzodiazepines such as Valium dull anxiety but also create profound dependence, and they also can sidetrack investigation and treatment of underlying causes.Mediation seems to be the most effective tool for cognitive reconditioning. In your spar e time, whether for a couple of minutes or maybe even an hour, make an effort to practice mindfulnesslisten to your body. Try and locate your pulse without touching yourself.When met with feelings of anxiety, task yourself with evaluating its rationality. Examine every sensation that accompanies a deep breath in and out. Interrogate every emotion with patience and curiosity.No professional would recommend a resolute rejection of medicationweve come along way, and I for one am very grateful. There are some illnesses that simply cannot be confronted without them. However, even in these instances, its imperative that the mind and body are on the same team.

Thursday, November 21, 2019

Awful[ly Funny] Job Search Mistakes

Awfully Funny Job Search Mistakes Awfully Funny Job Search Mistakes Here are some tips to avoid common resume mistakesCheck your spelling. Nothing breaks a heart quite like spell check. Microsoft Word doesnt know you do leid actually have referees upon request, or that you are not actually soliciting employment from either a sir or Madman. If the mistake is in the dictionary, spell check will overlook it, so dont trust your word processor its a fickle beast.For a laugh, check out Resumarks recent blog entry on the most hilarious spelling mistakes on resumes and titel letters.Say what you mean. Its easy to be confused by similar words. Many a candidate has mentioned his impersonal skills rather than his interpersonal skills or that she managed capital, not capitol. And although a candidate probably complimented his boss to get ahead at his last position, he must make sure to disclose that he complemented the boss on the job. In short, make sure your words convey your intended meani ng.Know yourself. Do not misrepresent your personal information. If your resume says you graduated in 1895, you might be a triumph of modern medicine, but more than likely, you are just a careless person who graduated in 1995. It might also help to include the area code on your phone number and the domain name of your email address.Former Yahoo CEO Scott Thompson padded his resume with a college degree that he did not actually earn and he was ousted.Format your text. If you submit a resume that is a single run-on sentence, a single paragraph and/or entirely in capital letters, your professionalism will invariably be called to question. Make sure to adjust your resume if it gets reformatted, and be sure that it is always easy to read.Check out this candy bar resume, which is formatted perfectly despite the creative wrapping.Although inadvertent spelling and grammar mistakes are an unfortunate addition to your resume or cover letter, perhaps one of the worst types of resume blunders come from candidates who have no idea they have made an error. Here are some tips to avoid putting your foot in your mouth, and forcing a hiring manager to send your application to the bottom of the pileAvoid jokes. Unless you are applying to be a comedian, steer clear of humor. Mentioning you have an excellent track record but that you are not a horse will at best will get a light chuckle from the hiring manager as she crumples up your application.Be specific, but not too specific. Listing just worked with co-workers or worked with food as job responsibilities makes you appear inarticulate. A six-page resume with an eight-page cover letter makes you look obsessive. Look for a happy medium that combines a list of your past experiences with the results that you achieved.Dont include too much information. Some people, especially those with limited work experience, like to list all their accomplishments. Make sure you only include those that highlight your qualifications. Prom Queen o r level 10 dungeon master is probably not applicable to the position you are applying for.Be positive. Never explain why you left your last job or that you have trouble following directions. Pro tip Saying you crumpled under pressure, but are looking for redemption, isnt as hilarious to a hiring manager as it sounds in your head.If you are not sure how a point on your resume will go over with a hiring manager, leave it out. Set yourself unbekannt from other job candidates by being succinct, professional, creative, and reasonable.Also, one last proofread couldnt hurt.Master the art of closing deals and making placements. Take our Recruiter Certification Program today. Were SHRM certified. Learn at your own pace during this 12-week program. Access over 20 courses. Great for those who want to break into recruiting, or recruiters who want to further their career.