Do You Enjoy Your Career Hike

Do You Enjoy Your Career Hike This week Ive been a chaperone for a group of young men on a week long camping adventure. Were at a cabin, although all the young men are sleeping up the hill in a teepee (which is huge, and awesome). On Tuesday we went on a hike, up to an elevation of around 8,500 feet (maybe a bit higher). The views were remarkable, of course. But my views during the walking part of the hike well, thats a different story.   Mostly all I saw was this: That is not a beautiful view of the mountains, hills, reservoirs, etc. around us. That is a view of where my next step would be. I know its been 2.5 years since I broke my ankle, but its still not the same. The ligaments are tight. And I was worried about slipping on all the loose rock, especially on the steep declines. So, my focus was on THE GROUND. Every once in a while I forced myself to stop and look around. Whether it was through the forest trees for miles to the next mountains or wherever, I would pause, enjoy the scenery, soak it in, and then move forward. I stopped, as they say, to smell the roses. That hike, with about a 2,000 foot elevation change and I think about four miles roundtrip, was a couple of days ago. Im still pretty sore from it (out of shape, I am), and the thought of sucking thin mountain air, huffing and puffing, is becoming a distant memory. But the parallel of my career and that hike are fresh on my mind. Heres my lesson: Many times in my career I found myself staring at, focusing on, the ground right under my feet. This meeting I had to prepare for, that report I had to create, this overtime I had to put in, or that trip I had to go on. Rarely did I take the chance and think about the AMAZING career I was blessed to live. I had the awesome opportunities to work with some truly spectacular people. That was just as good as some of the scenery I saw on my hike. I met people who were smart, kind, compassionate, passionate, and who excelled in what they chose to do. I had the awesome opportunities to impact others, which is a blessing that I know many people dont get. In my first real career job I dont think my work impacted others much. But since starting JibberJobber Ive been fortunate to be involved in helping people during a truly difficult time in their lives. I had the awesome opportunities to learn and grow, personally and professionally. I remember in school I wanted to major in Spanish because I wanted to learn it once and be done learning. But throughout my career Ive been blessed with the opportunity to learn many different things, from interpersonal skills to how to build and grow income streams to how to speak from on stage to how to manage software projects and products. How freaking awesome! These are three examples of the beautiful scenery of my own career hike. But its easy to not take time to see this scenery. As I worry about the mundane things I need to do daily, or the routines that were once exciting but now I take them for granted, its easy to forget to pause and reflect on this dream Ive been living. I know that you, too, have awesomeness in your own career hike. Even if you are in transition right now, you can still reflect back on some awesome times, some crazy cool opportunities, and enjoy them. And you can know that you will have many more to come. Lets take some time and continually enjoy the journey instead of just looking down, only intent on the destination. If I could go back 25 years and speak to a younger Jason, this would be my advice: Enjoy the journey while you get to be on it. Do You Enjoy Your Career Hike This week Ive been a chaperone for a group of young men on a week long camping adventure. Were at a cabin, although all the young men are sleeping up the hill in a teepee (which is huge, and awesome). On Tuesday we went on a hike, up to an elevation of around 8,500 feet (maybe a bit higher). The views were remarkable, of course. But my views during the walking part of the hike well, thats a different story.   Mostly all I saw was this: That is not a beautiful view of the mountains, hills, reservoirs, etc. around us. That is a view of where my next step would be. I know its been 2.5 years since I broke my ankle, but its still not the same. The ligaments are tight. And I was worried about slipping on all the loose rock, especially on the steep declines. So, my focus was on THE GROUND. Every once in a while I forced myself to stop and look around. Whether it was through the forest trees for miles to the next mountains or wherever, I would pause, enjoy the scenery, soak it in, and then move forward. I stopped, as they say, to smell the roses. That hike, with about a 2,000 foot elevation change and I think about four miles roundtrip, was a couple of days ago. Im still pretty sore from it (out of shape, I am), and the thought of sucking thin mountain air, huffing and puffing, is becoming a distant memory. But the parallel of my career and that hike are fresh on my mind. Heres my lesson: Many times in my career I found myself staring at, focusing on, the ground right under my feet. This meeting I had to prepare for, that report I had to create, this overtime I had to put in, or that trip I had to go on. Rarely did I take the chance and think about the AMAZING career I was blessed to live. I had the awesome opportunities to work with some truly spectacular people. That was just as good as some of the scenery I saw on my hike. I met people who were smart, kind, compassionate, passionate, and who excelled in what they chose to do. I had the awesome opportunities to impact others, which is a blessing that I know many people dont get. In my first real career job I dont think my work impacted others much. But since starting JibberJobber Ive been fortunate to be involved in helping people during a truly difficult time in their lives. I had the awesome opportunities to learn and grow, personally and professionally. I remember in school I wanted to major in Spanish because I wanted to learn it once and be done learning. But throughout my career Ive been blessed with the opportunity to learn many different things, from interpersonal skills to how to build and grow income streams to how to speak from on stage to how to manage software projects and products. How freaking awesome! These are three examples of the beautiful scenery of my own career hike. But its easy to not take time to see this scenery. As I worry about the mundane things I need to do daily, or the routines that were once exciting but now I take them for granted, its easy to forget to pause and reflect on this dream Ive been living. I know that you, too, have awesomeness in your own career hike. Even if you are in transition right now, you can still reflect back on some awesome times, some crazy cool opportunities, and enjoy them. And you can know that you will have many more to come. Lets take some time and continually enjoy the journey instead of just looking down, only intent on the destination. If I could go back 25 years and speak to a younger Jason, this would be my advice: Enjoy the journey while you get to be on it.

Personal brand contact forms vs direct lines vs social networks - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Personal brand contact forms vs direct lines vs social networks - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career We have all come across personal websites, whether a blog or theirname.com, that enable contact forms, without email addresses. Personal brand websites should maintain direct methods of communication, such as AIM, Skype, email or even your phone number (Robert Scoble does it). In a web 1.0 world, contact forms were acceptable, based on the fact that communication was one-way. That is no longer appropriate with web 2.0, as we have transitioned from one-way to two-way dialogues. As we engage in social media, we want to open the doors to everyone who takes interest in our brands. This may be for feedback purposes, to establish or accept new opportunities or just further relationships. Businesses with five or more personal brands should have contact forms, but may combine forms and direct methods where applicable. With five or less people tied to a business/website, there is no need to disconnect with your viewers, subscribers or customers. Your goal should be to position yourself as approachable, in order to grow your business. When there are large corporations, contact forms are more of a requirement because you want to redirect certain messages to specific business functions or groups within the organization. If your organization is large enough to have corporate communications, more specifically public relations (PR), then listing their contact names is beneficial for reporters and journalists. The middle-person is social networks. If you are a current user on Facebook, then you know there is a messaging function. When you receive messages from your friends, they are in the form of links from your email to the Facebook platform. I consider these networks as middle-people because they take you from your email to the platform in order to read your message. In summary, there are 3 layers of connection between you and your viewers, readers or customers. Layer 1 Direct Lines Layer 2 Social Networks Layer 3 Contact Forms My personal website, DanSchawbel.com allows visitors to connect with me through all three layers, as a way for them to have choice and comfort. This may pose as a good best practice for your website. Either way, contact forms will not die today, but in the future, as we all develop our personal brands through blogs, the need to switch to direct methods will increase. In this transition phase, using multiple layers may help you increase the chances someone connects with you. Subscribe to this blog

10 Great Resume Services With Fast Turnaround Times

10 Great Resume Services With Fast Turnaround Times In an ideal world, we would all have up-to-date, attractive, succinct, and keyword-optimized resumes on file, ready for when the next opportunity strikes.What? You don’t have yours?It happens to the best of us. Sometimes opportunities pop up at the most unexpected moments, leaving you thinking, “I need a resume fast!”That’s when you need to call in the professionals. It might surprise you, but it truly is possible to get great resumes fast. While the average resume turnaround time with most companies is between 3 to 10 days, many of them offer 48- and even 24-hour resume writing service for an extra fee.So if you are in desperation mode, Google no further. Here are the top 10 companies who are equipped to save the day.Best Resume Services with Fast Turnaround TimesIf you are in a hurry and don't want to read our detailed reviews below, here is a list of the Best Fast Turnaround Resume Writers:Find My Profession (that's us!) Apex Career Services Employment Boost Expert Resumes Resume Professors Same Day Resume Resume Winning A+ Resumes Artistry Resume Writing Service Channing ResumesAnd now for the detailed reviews...1. Find My ProfessionFind My Profession is not just a top-notch resume service but we also have a very fast turnaround. We are a global company headquartered in the US on a mission to master effective, ATS compatible resumes that convert into offers.A major perk of Find My Profession is that we are not a one-person shop.Collectively, our team of elite resume writers has experience in 85+ unique industries/professions. This allows us to assign you a professional writer (in the United States) based on your unique background and experience.We are also not a resume factory. We will never use “ghostwriters”. You will have your resume writer’s name, email, and phone number for direct communication.With 100+ 5-star reviews and a 60-day interview guarantee thatspeaks for itself, you can sleep easy knowing that your satisfaction is our #1 prior ity.Pros:Find My Profession commits to working with each client until they are completely satisfied. Don’t worry about having a limited number of edits, or a set amount of time with your writer.Cons:Find My Profession is a virtual/online company. While we provide services in your city, we don’t have a physical office.Also, with a focus on more senior positions, our entry-level resume service may be a bit pricey for recent graduates.Find My Profession does not offer 24-hour rush delivery.Base Cost: $395+.Rush Speed: 48 hours.Rush Premium: $149.Phone: (831) 888-0967Don't take our word for it, check out some of our 5-star reviews.Trustpilot2. APEX Career ServicesAPEX Career Services has got your back if you need your resume fast. You can call the number below anytime between 8:00 am and midnight, seven days a week. They accept projects 365 days a year too! And if you need same-day service and order your resume by 7:00 pm, they will actually work on your resume overnight to ensure a 10:00 am delivery. If that isn’t bailing you out, we don’t know what is.Pros: Reviewers attest that their resumes are of exceptional quality, even if they have been ordered in a hurry.Cons: There were no samples to see on the website.Base Cost: $199â€"509 (cover letters additional).Rush Speed: Same Day, Next Day, and 3 Days are available.Rush Premium: Not stated.Phone: (866) 333-APEX3. Employment BOOSTEmployment BOOST has been featured in CareerBuilder, U.S. News, and Investopedia. Each resume crafted by this company is reviewed by an executive recruiter, even if you need it in a hurry. They guarantee that your new resume will land you at the interview table within 90 days or they will rewrite it for free. If you like what they do and you think you could use more career guidance in the long term, they offer both career coaching and outplacement services you might be interested in.Pros: Employment BOOST has excellent scheduling flexibility. You can call them 7 days a week from 7 :00 am to 10:00 pm to kick off your urgent project.Cons: It would have been nice to have been able to view some resume samples on their website.Base Cost: $159â€"599.Rush Speed: Choice between 24 hours and 48 hours.Rush Premium: $75â€"99.Phone: (888) 468-64954. Expert ResumesExpert Resumes has a team of professional, certified resume writers who can get a great resume in your hands in 24 hours if you need it. Led by writer Michael M. Fox, this team promises you a high-quality, Applicant Tracking Softwareâ€"compliant resume and offers a 30-day guarantee to boot. You can make unlimited revisions to your resume. Check out their resume sample gallery for a large number of unique styles.Pros: Both the resumes and the rush service are reasonably priced.Cons: This is a writing service only, so if you are eventually looking for other job search help like interview coaching, you will have to find another provider.Base Cost: $119â€"189 (cover letters extra).Rush Speed: 24 hours.Rush Premium: $69.Phone: (800) 288-58195. Resume ProfessorsResume Professors is a team of certified resume writers in New York and Florida owned by a nationwide staffing firm. They understand from firsthand experience what it takes for your resume to get noticed and will take time to infuse your resume with keywords appropriate for your industry. If you are in a hurry, simply phone the number to schedule an in-depth phone interview to get the ball rolling.Pros: You can have unlimited revisions to your resume and they offer a 90-day interview guarantee.Cons: You can’t see sample resumes unless you join their email distribution list.Base Cost: $300â€"600 (cover letters extra).Rush Speed: 24 hours.Rush Premium: $125.Phone: (866) 990-88216. Same Day ResumeSame Day Resume is a Boston-based resume writing service that makes it quick and easy for you to get your resume done in a hurry. You can assuage your last-minute panic by uploading your old resume to the website on the spot and one of the team wi ll contact you in no time. They can offer you a money-back, 100% satisfaction guarantee.Pros: You will get three weeks of revisions for free after your rush service is provided.Cons: We really wish there were samples to see on the website. That said they do have great customer reviews indicating the resumes are of good quality.Base Cost: $300.Rush Speed: Same day if you upload your old resume and fill out a questionnaire by 11 AM.Rush Premium: $199.Phone: (857) 919-80007. Resume WinningResume Winning might be one of the best places out there if you need a resume and you need it fast. They offer a complete one-on-one service with the founder and writer, Erika Overhoff. Erika has a degree in counseling psychology, which is perfect for finding people’s career goals and talents. There are numerous industries in which they are experts.Pros: Resume Winning’s Erika has personally reviewed thousands of resumes. This expertise has allowed Resume Winning to have nothing but 5-star reviews online. They offer a 24-hour turnaround at no additional cost.Cons: Resume Winning does not have any prices listed on their website. You have to collaborate with Erika before she will give you a price. This could slow down the turnaround time and make it longer than 24 hours.Turnaround: 24 hours (or less if needed).Cost: Not stated.Phone number: (636) 778-06098. A + ResumesA + Resumes is a well-respected company based in Scottsdale, and we had to smile that owner Martha Rockwell offers an emergency one-hour turnaround service when needed. We hope that you don’t ever need your resume this fast, but isn’t it great to know this service is out there when you need it? True to their name, A + Resumes has an A+ Better Business Bureau status and many satisfied customers.Pros: The one-hour product, called FastTrack Resume-to-Go, is just one of the many career support products Martha offers. Once the pressure is off, you may want to avail yourself of more of her considerable expertise.Co ns: If more than one hour of discussion is needed to create the resume, there is an additional charge per half hour. But at this price, that’s a small point.Base Cost: $250 for FastTrack Resume-to-Go; higher pricing for traditional timescales.Rush Speed: As soon as one hour!Rush Premium: Fast turnaround included with this product.Phone: (480) 663-06819. Artistry Resume Writing ServiceArtistry Resume Writing Service is a Kansas City resume service. One of their focuses is maintaining a fast turnaround time. Swan Griffin is the owner and operator of Artistry Resume Writing Service. She has been writing resumes since 2010 but didn’t launch her business until 2017. Creating a great resume quickly is one of Swan’s specialties. She will not only create your resume quickly but also with skill.Pros: Artistry Resumes is an inexpensive resume service. Not to mention, they can turnaround your resume in as little as one day. Finally, this company has direct partnerships with recruiters in Kansas City for office admin, marketing, and medical jobs so they can help pass your resume directly to hiring managers.Cons: Artistry Resume Writing Service has a low price, which generally means that they are focused on quantity and not quality resumes. Swan has only been writing resumes since 2010, whereas there are a lot of other resumes services with more experience.Turnaround: 1 day, as per their Facebook page.Cost: $59 - $119Phone number: (816) 388-055310. Channing ResumesChanning Resumes offers a quick turnaround even under normal circumstances. Owner Linda Channing has decades of experience writing resumes and typically delivers a first draft in two business days. If you are struggling with a time constraint, however, she can get you taken care of in 24 hours. Reviews of her work indicate just how highly she is regarded in the industry.Pros: You will get a TXT version of your resume with this service in addition to Word and PDF so you can quickly upload information to job sites in a flash.Cons: The samples on the website don’t have tons of visual appeal.Base Cost: Not stated.Rush Speed: 24 hours.Rush Premium: Not stated.Phone: (215) 642-0085Best Resume Writing ServicesBy Major CityBelow you will find a handful of lists on all of the top-rated resume writing services we could find.Whether you are looking for a local resume writer to meet in person or you just want to work with a resume writer in a particular location, this list should help you find what you are looking for.Allentown Hartford Portland Atlanta Houston Providence Austin Indianapolis Richmond Boston Jacksonville Sacramento Bridgeport Kansas City Salt Lake City Buffalo Las Vegas San Antonio Charleston Los Angeles San Diego Charlotte Memphis San Francisco Chicago Miami San Jose Colorado Springs Milwaukee Seattle Columbus Minneapolis Silicon Valley Dallas Nashville St. Louis Denver New Orleans Tampa Detroit New York Tucso n El Paso Orlando Ventura Fort Worth Philadelphia Virginia Beach Grand Rapids Phoenix Washington D.C.

Time for a Personal Re-Brand Heres What You Need to Know. - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Time for a Personal Re-Brand Heres What You Need to Know. - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career The 3 transformative steps every personal brand should follow Its no secret to any reader of this blog that an intentional, carefully-managed personal brand is critical to take control of your career in todays professional landscape. As Mark Schaefer elaborates in his most recent book KNOWN, You need to be known for SOMETHING in a relevant space thats large enough for it to matter. You need to create content in a way that makes a difference and builds an audience that you can activate. By following Schaefers advice, and the four steps in his book, you can build an enduring personal brand and become a recognized thought leader in your desired field. But what happens, when your passions and career experiences change over time? In Dorie Clarks HBR article on this topic, she quotes Henry Wadsworth Longfellow: “We judge ourselves by what we feel capable of doing, while others judge us by what we have already done.” Clark emphasizes, Your path may make perfect sense to you, but how can you persuade others to embrace your new brandâ€"and take you seriously? My Personal Re-Brand Story: From China Guy to Global Marketing Strategist I recently went through a personal re-brand in preparation for the release of my next book, Digital Influence. I spent the first half of my career in Asia working in major cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Taipei and Singapore. As a result of my regional business experience, and years of article writing building up to my first book, China Goes West, I became known within my professional circles as the go-to China guy. However, at the same time as I traveled around the world speaking about “China Goes West” and the rise of Chinese international brands, my day job focused more on global marketing. As I accumulated more than a decade of marketing experience, I faced Longfellows dilemma above my colleagues and business partners knew my professional strengths as a marketer, but the topic I was known for by anyone who Googles Joel Backaler was almost exclusively China-related. Manage Your Personal Brand, As Your Favorite Company Manages Theirs I knew in order for Digital Influence to be successful, Id need to rebrand from purely a China insider, to a more global marketing focus since the books content on Influencer Marketing covers more countries than China. To do this, I partnered with digital marketer, author and international keynote, Cynthia Johnson, and her talented team at Bell + Ivy in Los Angeles for their external perspective. The following quote from Johnson sums up why I chose to work with them, Think about why you love your favorite brands. It could be their name, their product, their messaging or even something as simple as their color palette. Overall, these brands are memorable and have an impact. Thats what we do at Bell + Ivy; we create a voice and proliferate influence for our clients so they can create unstoppable change in their industries. Branding has the power to do that. Johnson and her team members all share my own belief that a personal brand is just as powerful as any corporate brand, and as such it requires careful management to ensure you are perceived in the way you would ideally want others to know you. 3 Steps to Your Own Personal Re-Brand Johnson and her team took me through a series of steps that anyone going through a personal re-brand can follow: #1 Personal Brand Audit: Before you can re-brand you need to fully understand your current personal brand through careful review of your digital footprint. The Bell + Ivy team conducted a personal brand audit on my behalf to identify everywhere my name appears online, how Im generally positioned, along with any inconsistencies of how I appear from site to site. #2 Update Personal Brand Positioning: Based on their findings from the Personal Brand Audit, we collaborated on updating my personal brand positioning to more accurately reflect the current topics Im writing and speaking about. In other words, want to be known for. It was more of an update because I still want to be known for my China expertise (I speak Mandarin and have been involved directly or indirectly with the country since 2001), but we needed to tie in my marketing experience as well so we came up with Global Marketing Strategist since that allows me to cover marketing topics from China and any other part of the world. #3 Content Creation + Consistency: The final step in the process is actually a series of many steps that Im still working through at the time of writing this post. With my new personal brand positioning established, I updated my online platform, from a new personal website, to consistent positioning across all of my social media profiles and bylines, and finally the ongoing creation of new content that ties back to my new brand positioning. The last bit of course, is far from simple consistent, high-quality content-creation is the only way Ill truly be able to re-brand to help new members of my audience view me based on the topics I now want to be known for, rather than judging me by the work Ive done years ago. Now Its Your Turn A personal re-brand isnt easy. Its much more comfortable to continue along the same path where people know you for what you do best or at least what they think you do best. However, as Schaefer rightly points out in KNOWN, Becoming known is not a linear process. As your passions and career experience evolve over time, its only natural to pivot into new areas. But be thoughtful in how you do so. Inconsistency (multiple re-brands) will hold you back over the long term so choose the right time, follow these three steps, and youll be ready to take your brand to the next level.

5 Ideas for Successful Management

5 Ideas for Successful Management Photo Credit â€" Unsplash.comWhen training a manager to strive for successful management in the workplace, it will not only create a healthier and happier environment for their team, it will also advance leadership potential.Here are 5 tips to consider when training a team for successful management:1. Employee ReviewManagers need to remember that when providing staff feedback, it can be very demoralizing and uncomfortable if they criticize a team member in front of others.evalTrain him or her to be aware that this type of feedback will not boost their own leadership stance, nor will it showcase their position and power in an effective way. Show the appointed manager the potential and significant damage it can cause to team dynamics, and their reputation.Remember to indicate the risk of losing their respect and commitment from their team, not to mention the embarrassment it can cause them. Show them it’s simply not worth it!One idea is to have the manager meet with their team member s on a regular basis. The opportunity to connect regularly with their team is extremely beneficial for the working relationship and ultimate organisation success.Employees usually dread performance reviews as they are perceived as an opportunity for criticism, so it is important to re-position these meetings in a positive and engaging way as part of the strategy.This will enable a manager’s team to not view these one-on-ones as ‘review’ meetings but rather opportunities for ‘sharing’.Detail why these meetings provide a great opportunity for their team-members to share career goals and desires; gain feedback on what is working and what isn’t, and determine opportunities for future improvements.Make sure to point out that these meetings are not just about the performance of their team members, but are more encompassing and provide the opportunity for them to share their personal and professional aspirations.2.Staff BehaviourevalWhen teaching your client about staff behavio ur as part of your manager training program, make it a point that when he or she hears a team member has acted inappropriately â€" to not assume something is the truth without fact-checking and doing research.Point out that jumping to conclusions can lead to innocent and valuable employees being punished or let go.Part of the manager’s strategy is to investigate, and gather information and facts carefully when he or she hears that there may have been inappropriate acts in the workplace.Let him or her know that a good place to start is by meeting with the staff member and to provide them with the opportunity to share their version of the events. The manager needs to ensure that he or she has gathered information from a range of sources before taking any action or coming to conclusions.evalManagers may think that they should hold people accountable, but this is not always the case. It is important to highlight the right steps that are needed when he or she has come to a conclusion t hat a team member has acted inappropriately.Part of the manager’s strategy is to take the time out to share with the staff member the details of how they have come to the conclusion, the impact that this has on the team, the organisation or the employee.It is important that the manager focuses on the situation and behaviours, and train him or her ways to clearly articulate why this is not acceptable.Remember to point out that they may face backlashes; however it is important that the staff member not only understands, but also always upholds organisational standards.Let them know that it is very important for the entire team to help creating a safe, fair and ethical working environment.3.Employee SkillsOne of the main goals a manager should have in your training program should be not to be complacent about the weaknesses in their team. The reality is that everyone has a weakness, but it does not mean one cannot improve or not live up to their potential.One of their main goals as a leader should be to provide their team with the opportunity to implement development strategies, and inspire their team to challenge themselves to develop their capabilities and grow, which will drive the overall performance of their entire team.People are naturally motivated by their own earning potential.However, let the manager know that researchclearly shows that if team members feel valued, are challenged and are provided with development and career opportunities, they are more likely to stay loyal to an organisation rather than being lured to other organisations based on the remuneration packages.evalTeach the manager that providing access to professional development opportunities such as short training courses and embracing new technological changes will be highly valued by their team members but will also provide a positive contribution to the organisation with their enhanced skills and knowledge.4. MicromanagementWhen managing a project, managers may fall into the trap of getting lost in the details and lose focus focus on the bigger picture goals. Teach managers that micromanagement is a big no noas they are second-guessing their team’s abilities.This type of leader tends to believe they can do any task better than their employees, and this can definitely impact on their team’s motivation at the workplace.Train managers to create an environment with clear standards and boundaries, and to have faith and trust in their team’s abilities when delegating tasks to the organisation.This trust will empower the team with their responsibilities and motivate them to strive for high levels of performance as they feel the responsibility of contributing to the success of the project.eval5. Workplace cultureDifficult or stressful times can influence managers to become unfriendly, cold or distant. Many managers may believe that they need to be the busiest person and bear everyone’s burden. Managers need to also be trained how to relax every once in awhile, especially when times are busy and chaotic.Teach managers to keep their emotions in check, such as through relaxation techniques, and encourage them to push through the challenges. It is important that a team feels comfortable in approaching their manager in both good and bad times, and that he or she facilitates the opportunity for open and supportive discussions.Managers may think that the maintenance of workplace culture is the company’s task as a whole. However, it is important for them to understand that smaller culture within the team is their responsibility.Workplace culture often shapes the ability of the team to connect with their managers. This can be through creating some traditions or organizing social activities outside the workplace periodically such as an end of financial year celebration or annual Christmas party.Explain ways to build collegiality that will allow his or her team to relax and take their focus off the day to day working environment. A great way to re charge the team’s motivation!It is important for leaders to remind themselves that without their people, they do not have a team, and cannot achieve â€" so he or she needs to put them first and everything else can come after that.Help managers create supportive, collaborative and fun working environments, and this will lead to highly motivated and productive organisational teams.Enhance your business skillsin professional training and with these strategies in mind, your training program will see positive changes within managers and their workplaces you work with.

Kick-Start Your Career with Vocational Training - CareerAlley

Kick-Start Your Career with Vocational Training - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. Vocational Training Do you like building or fixing things? Are looking for a way to fast-track your career and have no interest in a four-year degree program? If this sounds like you, then maybe you should consider a vocational school. Vocational schools offerjob-specific training to students who are typically bound for a skilled trade which often leads to well-paying jobs. The curriculum at most vocational schools includes a wide variety of programs, from plumbers and electricians todental hygienists and computer specialists. Most programs offer certificates or diplomas, and many four-year schools provide credit for vocational school experience. There are many many advantages to enrolling in vocational training. Its no secret that a career in the trades can be quite lucrative. Nevertheless, few parents and teachers would wish their students pick blue-collar work over a university career. As such, fewer and fewer high schools have been teaching trades and encouraging students to explore career opportunities that veer from the university route. Job Specific Training Vocational training provides very specific skills versus many four-year college programs which offer general knowledge but may not provide transferable skills. Vocational training programsare hands-on programs taught by industry professionals. Manyprograms lead to apprenticeship or internship opportunities. Photo by Brendan Church on Unsplash Many Career Choices Many people think of only the traditional trades such as Auto Repair or Plumbing when they think about vocational training. While you can certainly take training programs to become an Electrician, vocational schools offer so many options that many people are not aware of, such as: Dental HygienistFashion DesignerWeb DeveloperComputer Specialist AutoCadPersonal TrainerPlumberElectrician CarpentryCateringHotel ManagementConstruction Management Massage TherapyHome InspectorWelderIronworker MachinistAirport OperationsAuto MechanicsComputer technician Cost Photo by Fabian Blank on Unsplash Vocational training schools cost a fraction of what a traditional four-year degree would cost. According to the College Board, the average cost of tuition is approximately $35,000 per year (so $140,000 for a four-year degree). According to the simpledollar.com, the average cost of a vocational school program is approximately $33,000 (or $107,000 less than a four-year college). Whether youre just starting out with your career decisions, and youre not sure what you want to do, or youre looking at ways to further your current career, you may want to look into what education can do for you. Tweet This Lots of Jobs Many of the career types available at Vocational Schoolsare in high demand in the workforce. Many jobs, not enough people to fill those jobs. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, many of the programs offered by vocational schools are among the fastest growing opportunities. As a result, the placement rates for those looking for vocational jobs after graduating a program are very high. Source Other Occupations Injection molding technicians The average rate of pay for injection molding technicians is $17.61 per hour. However, there is great potential for further earnings, with profit sharing and bonuses a real possibility in this industry. Salaries can be from $28,000 to $55,000 per year depending on experience and individual performance. Of course, geographic location also plays a very large role when determining how much money you will receive. Job Experience Since most (if not all) vocational training programs offer hands-on experience, you already have practical experience when you graduate. This gives you the opportunity to move right into the workforce. Trade and vocational schools have been underrated and frowned upon for so long. But that undeserved stigma is rapidly changing. More and more students are starting to look for a different path to a career, especially now that the cost of advanced education is leaving people with sticker shock and massive amounts of debt. Its no secret that those with bachelors degrees or higher have larger earning potential than those who stopped at a high school diploma. However, when you weigh in the heavy-duty loan that has to be paid off once a job is secured, the bachelors degree doesnt seem so fancy anymore. It might actually be a burden. careerschoolnow.org Learning Style Most of us do not enjoy sitting in a classroom and learning by reading a textbook. As mentioned earlier, vocational schools offer hands-on training provided by experts in the field. Photo by tefan tefank on Unsplash Photo by tefan tefank on Unsplash Flexibility to Learn Most four-year college programs require students to attend required classes at preset times. Vocational schools have a lot of flexibility in their schedule. Attending nights, weekends and online learning are typical of most vocational schools. Its Challenging Work Yes, working in any of the fields that are offered in vocational school can be challenging, but the rewards outweigh the challenges. Excellent pay, high demand and it is unlikely that any of these careers can be outsourced. These are just some of the benefits of a vocational school program. What's next? Ready to take action? Choose the right tools to help you build your career. 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