The 10 Best Careers By Starting Salary Best Benefits Job Satisfaction & More
Posted on August 26th, 2008
Whether you’re a soon-to-be college grad or a seasoned veteran, knowing the bests and the worsts of the career world will give you a leg up in deciding where to start out, where to stay or where to move on to.
10 Best Starting Salaries
10 Best Companies to Work For
(Based on employees’ responses to the Great Place to Work Trust Index, a proprietary employee survey developed by the Great Place to Work Institute.)
10 Most Satisfying Jobs
(Based 35 percent on potential for job growth, 35 percent on salary growth potential, 20 percent on how many in the field hold a college degree, and 10 percent on freedom to be innovative and creative.)
10 Fastest Growing Fields
(These will add the largest percentage of positions through 2012.)
10 Hottest Jobs
(These will have the most net gains through 2012 (in thousands)).
10 Companies With the Best Benefits
(Based on retirement plans, strong medical coverage, premium subsidies by employers, disability options, group life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, medical and retirement packages for part-time employees, and effective communication methods to enable workers to capitalize on those benefits.)
10 Most Dangerous Jobs
(Based on fatality rate.)
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How To Prepare For A Job Interview
Posted on August 25th, 2008
So you have the call letter for a job interview in your mail. Get going and do your homework done immediately. Find out all about the company, the job you applied for, the competitors, the products and all other relevant information by browsing the Internet, company literature, the annual report. Get the facts in your application right. If you perceive a weak area be prepared with convincing answers - if you spend enough time on it, you will find some. There is no reason why you should not be able to answer any question about you if you are prepared.
While preparing for the interview, get your perspective right. Pitch in hard for the job by showing your best side. By showing a good learning attitude and displaying qualities such as team spirit, ability to communicate well, ability to take upon responsibility and to think independently, you will make a positive impression on employers.
All your preparation for the job interview will pay because the interviewer will instantly know how serious you are about the job. One thing about preparation is that it shows in small ways. It is as simple as a layman who can make out the difference between a performing artist on the stage who has prepared and one who has not.
Once you have packed your soft skills well it is time for you to make the best physical impression. Dress well in clothes and colors that suit you (in conservative shades). Some clothes make you feel more confident than the others, so get those clothes out. Dress like a thorough professional in business clothes. Get your hair, beard, fingernails etc done. Use colognes or perfumes that are subtle and not too loud. Check your papers and leave for your interview early to avoid any unforeseen traffic delays etc. Land up at the venue early, relax and enjoy the process.
Be prepared to answer all the regular questions that interviewers ask such as why you want the job, something about yourself, how you fared in your last job, your strengths and weaknesses, why you think you are good fro this job, how you would be contributing to the job, why you want to work for the company, what you know about the company and the industry, whether you will be willing to travel, what is the salary you expect etc. Similarly be ready with your own set of questions about the organization. You may want to know your growth prospects, the hierarchy, job responsibilities, company’s future plans, company’s expectations from your job, training and other such questions.
Do not forget to ask about when they will decide on your interview results. Practice all the questions in front of a mirror or have someone ask you the questions while you answer.
Prepare your entry into the room as well. Walk in confidently but without being brash or overly aggressive. Smile, wish everybody, shake hands firmly and warmly. Speak clearly. Look at the entire interview panel in the eyes. Sit straight, be relaxed (not too loose and not too stiff). Keep your legs together (don’t shake them nervously), bend slightly forward (show receptivity, no slouching), use your hands if you wish to be more expressive etc. Do not say negative things, do not lie or fib (its simpler to say that you don’t know the answer), do not speak too fast or unclearly, do not drop names, make excuses, speak badly of ex-employers etc. Please switch off your mobile phones, do not smoke, do not be aggressive. Or shy.
Concentrate on what the interviewers are saying, ask them to repeat themselves politely if you have not understood the question, smile and be relaxed and confident. At the end of the interview thank the interviewers for their time and ask them the next step in the hiring process. Shake hands firmly, smile and make eye contact with everyone. Follow up the interview with thank you letters to the interviewers and a call at the appropriate time to know the decision regarding your interview. But with all this preparation, there is a good chance that you would have bagged the job already.
Good luck!
Yulin Peng is a recruiting researcher and the owner of http://www.job-employment-guide.com. Please visit his site for more free employment tips.
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The 10 Best Careers By Starting Salary Best Benefits Job Satisfaction & More
Posted on August 24th, 2008
Whether you’re a soon-to-be college grad or a seasoned veteran, knowing the bests and the worsts of the career world will give you a leg up in deciding where to start out, where to stay or where to move on to.
10 Best Starting Salaries
10 Best Companies to Work For
(Based on employees’ responses to the Great Place to Work Trust Index, a proprietary employee survey developed by the Great Place to Work Institute.)
10 Most Satisfying Jobs
(Based 35 percent on potential for job growth, 35 percent on salary growth potential, 20 percent on how many in the field hold a college degree, and 10 percent on freedom to be innovative and creative.)
10 Fastest Growing Fields
(These will add the largest percentage of positions through 2012.)
10 Hottest Jobs
(These will have the most net gains through 2012 (in thousands)).
10 Companies With the Best Benefits
(Based on retirement plans, strong medical coverage, premium subsidies by employers, disability options, group life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, medical and retirement packages for part-time employees, and effective communication methods to enable workers to capitalize on those benefits.)
10 Most Dangerous Jobs
(Based on fatality rate.)
This article was provided by the world’s #1 most popular and trusted holistic living e-newsletter — FREE to you right now at http://www.SixWise.com! The old way of thinking: holistic living pertains only to personal health. The new way of thinking: holistic living means prevention of the negative and adherence to the positive in all SIX practical areas of life: relationships, finances, career, home environment, safety and health. With the SixWise.com e-newsletter, you will get holistic wisdom from the world’s top experts in all six of these areas — completely FREE with a simple sign-up (and a guaranteed no-spam policy!) at http://www.SixWise.com
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How To Find A Job As A Copy Editor
Posted on August 23rd, 2008
Jobs for copy editors may seem like they are hard to find, but really you can find them and you can do so with many of the qualifications you already have. But, if you do not have any qualifications, this may be the first step in finding the copyediting job that you have been looking for. Jobs in this field are available, but it takes a good, solid portfolio and set of skills to get them. Here are some things to get you going in the right direction though.
1. Education is the most important aspect. If you do not have the time or funds to go to college to get a degree in writing and proofreading, you may want to look for a home study course. Often colleges will offer these courses to those who need to learn from home. It could be a good step for someone looking for copy editing work.
2. Create a portfolio of your work. If you establish any work in the field add it to your portfolio. This could be a simple document with your work displayed in it. If you have not obtained any opportunities, why not create your own? Look for projects to complete voluntarily as well. Getting the knowledge and experience is the most important aspect.
3. Search for job vacancies on the internet. Whether you apply for them or not, you can still get a good amount of knowledge about what is being offered, what requirements are needed, and then, you can see how you fit into the mix.
For those who are developing a freelance business, it is wise to look for jobs that offer more than a one time offering. A solid relationship in the employment of a company can lead to other jobs down the line. And, when it is time to look at the next job vacancies, they may turn to you. In this field, it is important to apply, apply, and apply. Get your bid in on some posted internet jobs. Get your name out as being available. Give the best rate then work to a higher one with clients as your experience grows.
All of these things can lead to more work, better work, and outstanding employment opportunities down the line.
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Before You Begin Know What To Expect How You Can Make A Living Proof Reading From Home
Posted on August 21st, 2008
Proof reading from home is an excellent way to make money, right? How hard and challenging can it be to do some editing after all?
In fact it can be quite challenging to find a good quality proofreader that works from their house. This is due in part to the heavy demands it places on the individual and on their family. It is often more work than realized. Here, we will talk about the realities of proof reading from home.
It is not an easy job no matter where you do it. For those who proofread at home, it is even more demanding. Most that do are freelance agents that are building their own business. This too creates added stress and pressure on the situation. A proofreader needs to provide quality work for the client. It is important to provide a solid foundation of work to the client in order to maintain their business. For that reason, when you are proof reading you need to treat it like a job. You need to have a secluded area to work and you need to work. No distractions from children or the housework. You will need to devote all of your attention to the work at hand. That is mandatory.
Proofreading requires a great amount of knowledge and skill. The distractions of home can destroy any work that is done if it breaks the concentration of the individual.
Proof reading is ideal, though, to many individuals. If it can be done effectively, it can be an excellent source of income. It can be a full time or part time job, and needs to be taken seriously. And, for those looking to get into it, they will need to devote time to learning the skills needed. Then, it may work out for them to be the ideal setting for work and building a business.
Freelance work like this is hard to find and should be cherished when it does happen!
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Choosing The Right Work Environment
Posted on August 20th, 2008
Looking for a job can be a scary process. We’re very focused on saying the right thing, presenting our credentials, convincing the interviewers that we’re the right person for the job. But sometimes it’s important to take a step back and look at the environment we’re trying to enter.
Take a look at the employees. Are they interacting in a positive way? Do they look happy, content? Or do you see a lot of stressed out faces? When you have to interact with employees before or after your job interviews, is it easy? Or does it seem difficult to relate?
Does the environment have the quiet buzz of activity, or is it deathly quiet? On the flip side, do you hear radios playing? You may be comfortable with that, or you may be someone whose concentration is disturbed by that type of background noise.
Look at the make-up of the employees. If you live in a racially and ethnically diverse area, does the employee population reflect that? Is there a large proportion of women and minorities in positions of authority? Or is the upper echelon of the company primarily white and male? Even if you are a white male, you might want to question that; a company structure that doesn’t reflect today’s social values of diversity and opportunity could be a very conservative, strict environment without a lot of upward mobility.
What about the age range of the employees? Do they range from high school age to retirement age? If you don’t see a lot of older people, you may be looking at an ordinary make-up for, say, a high-tech industry, or you may be looking at age discrimination.
It’s ordinarily not a good idea to be quizzing prospective employers about pay and benefits during your first interview; but before you sign on the dotted line, you need to know what those are, and you need to make sure they’re adequate for your needs. Figure out what your expenses are, and make sure your basic pay - without any promised overtime pay or bonuses - covers those expenses. Don’t forget to cover a savings plan, entertainment, and some long-term financial goals. If you’re working full time, there’s no reason you should have to live like a monk.
Does the company have a written policy of periodic evaluation and raises? If not, it may be extraordinarily hard to earn more income there.
Certain benefits, like health insurance or HMO coverage, are getting scarcer; even companies who continue to supply health care coverage for their employees are requiring larger co-pays or cutting back on coverage. If that’s the case, make sure you can afford the co-pay, or, if there’s no available insurance, make sure your base salary can at least cover an individual policy offering catastrophic coverage.
One great company benefit is an education reimbursement for college and business classes. This could very well signify a company that offers opportunity for advancement. If you’re hired, take advantage of this benefit; it could be the best thing you could do for your career.
Whether you’re applying for a full time or part time job, it’s important to find out whether the company hires part time help, and how they treat their help. Do they prorate benefits for part time people? Do they offer definite work schedules for part time people, or do they offer part timers twenty hours a week, but expect them to be available for forty? Not respecting the needs of part timers is a red flag; this kind of insensitivity ultimately impacts every employee in one way or another.
Keep your eyes open! Making the right decision about a company environment can mean the difference between an enjoyable work day and a miserable one; if you don’t manage to read the tea leaves, you’ll probably end up - looking for another job. Remember, employers are looking at you as closely as you are looking at them, to see if you are the right person for their company.
Aldene Fredenburg is a freelance writer living in southwestern New Hampshire and frequently contributes to Tips and Topics. She has published numerous articles in local and regional publications on a wide range of topics, including business, education, the arts, and local events. Her feature articles include an interview with independent documentary filmmaker Ken Burns and a feature on prisoners at the New Hampshire State Prison in Concord. She may be reached at amfredenburg@yahoo.com
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Online Job Search Techniques
Posted on August 19th, 2008
There’re many ways to conduct online job search. However, many job seekers only think of posting resumes and searching opportunities on big job sites like monster.com, hotjobs.com, and careerbuilder.com etc. There’s nothing wrong with it, but according to a survey conducted by careerXrooads.com, of all hires in 2002, only 3.6% come from monster.com, 1.5% come careerbuilder.com, and 0.5% come from hotjobs.com. Morever, many companies only advertise their job openings on their own company websites and some other speciality websites. Wouldn’t it be nice if you can use search engines to find these opportunities that are ignored by other job seekers?
Before we go any further of how to conduct online job search, I would like to talk a little bit about Boolean Logic. If you are a math or a computer student, you may have already known it. Actually, it’s very powerful, yet simple to use in search engines. The following are some of the most popular Boolean operators, modifiers and field search commands.
Google default operator.
Example: job AND nursing
Example: nurse OR rn
term that follows it.
AltaVista: AND NOT; Google: - (e.g. submit); All The Web: ANDNOT
Example: manager AND NOT sales
each other (usually 10 terms or less).
AltaVista ONLY. Useful for finding contacts within a specific location.
Example: manager NEAR marketing
Example: SAS programmer
Not used in Google
Example: (iowa OR ia) AND (manager OR director)
AltaVista ONLY.
Example: manag*
Google: inurl
Example: url:position AND ibm
Google: intitle
Example: title:position AND merk
Example: link:dell.com
Example: host:mit.edu
Example: domain:.org AND nurse
AltaVista: like:
Google: related:
Example: like:dell.com
Example: filetype:xls OR filetype:pdf
Now, let’s say you’re a pharmacist and is looking for a new job in boston area. So you can go to www.altavista.com and conduct online job search using the following string:
url:job AND pharmacist AND contact AND position AND boston
If you use www.google.com, you don’t need to type in AND since it’s default operator in Google. So you can just use:
inurl:job pharmacist contact position boston
Now look at some more complicated online job search examples:
(url:(job* OR opening* OR position* OR employ*) OR title:(job* OR opening* OR position* OR employ*)) AND send AND benefits AND opening AND EOE AND contact AND SAS programmer AND boston
(resumes@ OR jobs@ OR careers@ OR hr@ OR human resources) AND (apply OR send us OR send your OR submit OR fax us OR fax your) AND (organic chemist OR medicinal chemist) AND (synthesis OR synthesize)
Now you see the power of online job search? Try different key word combinations and use them in different search engines. Some links you find might be junk links, but keep trying, as long as you pick up right key word combination, you should be able to find many job opportunities that are buried in deep deep web and are ignored by other job seekers.
Happy searching.
Yulin Peng is a recruiting researcher and the founder of http://www.job-employment-guide.com The website provides employment guide to job seekers and recruiting research services to recruiters.
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10 Habits Assuring Career SelfSabotage
Posted on August 19th, 2008
Youre fired! This succinct phrase strikes more fear into the heart of the working man than any other. Why is it, then, that many well-intentioned and reasonably astute professionals hear these words chronically throughout their career despite all best efforts? Below are the top 10 self-destructive workplace habits sure to endanger ones longevity on the job.
Even with this small amount of insight, many aspiring professionals can learn how to maintain their good standing in the workplace and actually excel on the job rather than self-destruct. Employee turnover hurts not only those receiving their walking papers, but employers as well since this is a costly, through avoidable, expense.
With this in mind, serial Labor Losers can benefit by knowing these 10 key ways to get your self canned:
1.Failing to have a life plan All very successful people have a clear life plan, whether memorized or actually written down. They create it, massage it, and refer to it often.
2.Not keeping your skill set current The business landscape is ever-changing and there is more demand for jobs than supply. Not staying on par with colleagues and those vying for your job will be a deathnell.
3.Failing to deliver results Winners in business know that its all about accountability. Those who harbor a sense of entitlement for simply having put forth effort, irrespective of the results of those efforts, are guaranteed to fall by the wayside.
4.Confusing efficiency with effectiveness Those who think that communicating via e-mail replaces the need to actually talk with people around them fail to recognize the importance of personally connecting with others in todays highly automated and technological environment. Communicating in person whenever possible is imperative for success-seekers.
5.Believing that you are irreplaceable There is no room for divas in the workplace. As soon as you convince yourself that you and only you can do the job right, your star will surely start to fall.
6.Knowing all the answers The old adage remains true: knowledge is power. Professing to know it all can readily stagnate a career. Winners remain unceasingly interested in learning new ideas and approaches.
7.Surrounding your self with brown-nosers Losers like having people tell them how smart they are, whether or not its true, while successful managers and other professionals accept and encourage intelligence and creativity in others.
8.Forgetting to give credit to others Losers inappropriately take full credit for positive events despite the help or input received by others, while Winners give credit where credit is due. Losers inevitably reap what they sow.
9.Failing to self promote Bragging is one thing, but letting colleagues throughout your industry know of your success through case studies, promotion bulletins, or other such tools is quite another. Losers often fail to recognize the importance of letting others know about their successes, or go about it in entirely the wrong way.
10.Losing perspective Intuitive business people recognize that, despite their best attempts to do everything right, sometimes they approach roadblocks and seek the advice and perspective of a respected friend, colleague or even a business coach. Those who fail to recognize their shortcomings are destined for the unemployment line.
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How You Can Find Opportunities For Foreign Language Proof Reading Work
Posted on August 19th, 2008
For those who are fluent in another language, foreign language (ie non-English) proof reading can be a great source of income. It is a difficult area for those who are not fluent to get into though. That is because, in order to be a proofreader, you must be able to do several things. It is not just spelling errors that the proofreader needs to fix. There are many other things that they need to do. It is important, then, that those who are seeking proof reading opportunities have the skills necessary to get the job done correctly.
For those who can do this, they will be in demand and have repeated work.
Proofreaders have to read copy and correct any errors in punctuation, grammatics, and also in the spelling. But, most of the time, they also have to ensure that the flow of the piece is correct and that it makes sense. If the author can not convey their message correctly, it is up to the proofreading experts do it for them. For those who do non-English proof reading, it is important that they also know the ins and outs of the language. Many languages have different dialects that are spoken in different areas. For those who speak Spanish in the United States, it is often a dialect of those who speak it in Spain. For the freelance proofreader, it is important to know which type of dialect, if any, should be used.
For those looking to get into this field, they will find opportunities in translations readily available to them. From there, they will find those who need them to write in or edit pieces on their businesses. But by far the most important aspect that they need to have is a good foundation in the language.
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Five Signs You’re In The Wrong Job
Posted on August 19th, 2008
You struggle through the day, dealing with multiple tasks, answering phones, needing to be on top of every detail of your demanding job. And then you go home drained, throw a Lean Cuisine into the microwave, flop down on the couch and eat supper in front of a Law and Order rerun.
Maybe you’re in the wrong job. Here are some warning signs:
1. Your coworkers file quietly into the office at ten minutes of eight. They deposit their Starbucks cups on the desk, open their Day Planners, and silently get to work. Meanwhile, you’re in the doorway of the employee’s lounge, gazing down the corridor, thinking how the industrial carpeting on the floor would be perfect for Rollerblading.
Rigid structure is not your bag. You need work that provides some freedom of movement, some scheduling flexibility. If you’re actually coordinated enough to Rollerblade without ending up in a cast, you might consider being a trainer at the local gym. If not, sales or customer service that requires travel to clients’ worksites would allow you to schedule your own day and enjoy being on the road as you make your way to your various appointments.
2. The vice president in charge of finance hands you a twenty-page proposal, complete with columns and columns of figures. He asks you to proofread it, and by the way, he needs it in half an hour. He walks away, and you stare at the clock, then the proposal, then the paper shredder sitting right next to you. You look at the clock, the proposal, the paper shredder, the proposal, the paper shredder.
Obsessive attention to detail is not your idea of a good time. Maybe you need something that involves more creativity, more input from yourself. If you have an artistic flair, computer graphic design is something you might want to try. While its does require an orientation to detail, it also feeds that creative part of your soul.
3. Your least favorite sales manager asks you to type a letter for him - for the tenth time that day. He types it up himself on his computer, prints it out, erases the original, and hands the printout to you to type. You excuse yourself, run to the ladies’ room, stick your head in the trash basket and yell, Do it yourself!
You do not enjoy the ’support staff’ role. You need to find a job where you can be in charge; looking for a supervisory position, or a job that leads to a supervisory position, could be perfect for you.
4. You’ve been studying Microsoft Office for months. Now you’re busy creating a whiz-bang Excel spreadsheet so your boss can track expenses for each department. Then the phone rings.as the receptionist you field phone calls, connect the callers to one of fifty managers, type letters, file correspondence, total up expense slips - and bite your nails ’til they’re nubs.
You hate multitasking! To you multitasking means doing a lot of stuff adequately, rather than one thing superbly. You’ve got the skills, now you need the right job. Find something that utilizes your expertise in Excel, rather than juggling dozens of tasks at a time.
5. You’re a supervisor, busy training a new worker. Subordinates come up to you every few minutes, asking questions you think they could solve themselves. You love the training aspect of your job, just not the interruptions.
You’re a teacher at heart. There are lots of business schools, computer classes, even high schools and colleges that need someone with business acumen. Consider becoming a teacher or a business trainer, and focus on the needs of your students full time.
You might be surprised to find that the skills you’ve developed in your current job could lead to something better, and more in tune with your personality. With a little tweeking of your job skills and priorities, you might just find the perfect job! Additionally, take the time to check out how employers are looking at future prospects and what employee assessment tools they may be using during the hiring process.
Aldene Fredenburg is a freelance writer living in southwestern New Hampshire and frequently contributes to Tips and Topics. She has published numerous articles in local and regional publications on a wide range of topics, including business, education, the arts, and local events. Her feature articles include an interview with independent documentary filmmaker Ken Burns and a feature on prisoners at the New Hampshire State Prison in Concord. She may be reached at amfredenburg@yahoo.com.
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