Finding a Job in a New City

Finding a Job in a New CityFinding a Job in a New CityIf you can manage the logistics, searching nationally can land you in a better spot than you thought possible.Since the recession officially started in December 2007, the unemployment rate has doubled, and the average time it takes to find a new job has increased 37 percent.The Bureau of Labor Statistics Oct. 2 unemployment report doesnt include a way to measure desperation. But with 15.1 million out of work and the average time it takes to find a new job up to 26.2 weeks, its certainly a factor in many searches.Recruiters say the number of job seekers taking their searches national is increasing and that employers are as happy to consider candidates from out of town as down the street.Nevertheless, theyre also less willing to roll out the red carpet to accommodate remote candidates landing jobs in a new geography requires more personal initiative than it did in years gone by.When I welches looking for a job last time, early in 20 08, the problem was sifting through the offers, according to Stephen Bhadran, a TechnologyLadder member who moved from rauf auf die mutter Angeles to Sarasota, Fla., to take a choice job offer, then back to Los Angeles this year after he was laid off. This year, the problem was there were so few jobs.Who pays?A couple of years ago, it wasnt unusual for recruiters to spend a lot of time trying to pry candidates out of cushy jobs and fly them across the country for interviews, according to Edward McGlynn of Financial Recruiters LLC in New York.That still happens, but only when local options are scarce.Theyre cherry plektruming, McGlynn said of employers. Pressure is growing on hiring authorities to hire, (but) theyre still cognizant of their expenses so if theres no reason to go beyond local candidates, they wont. Theyre looking for the best fit, and I havent seen any hesitation about flying someone in (for an interview). They dont go out of their way to do it, but it happens.Bhadran wasnt reluctant to relocate in 2008, when he landed a job with a 10 percent raise and a total of about $15,000 in moving expenses - or in 2009, when he landed a 9-month contract gig for flat money and no travel money even for the interview.Thats why I proposed to the employer they do the interview on Skype, he said. I had to be really careful about it because I would be paying for the travel and it would take a lot of time, and I would have to pay to move my family back.The job market is so tight in some specialties, it s essential to consider jobs elsewhere in the country or even internationally, according to a senior-level computer-industry electrical engineer who asked that his name not be used.The engineer, laid off when the recession gutted the geschftlicher umgang at his East Coast hardware-manufacturing company, is looking for jobs in the Far East. Better to catch a rising wave of IT hardware design and manufacturing in Taiwan, Shanghai and elsewhere in China.Focus is the ke yShanghai might be too far afield for most people. Nevertheless, taking your job search national methodically searching for positions for which youd have to relocate rather than commute is a good way to expand your number of potential targets and, ultimately, your employability. Thats the opinion of Sally Haver, senior vice president of business development with The Ayers Group/Career Partners International, a recruiting company that specializes in career transitions and outplacement.It only works, however, if you focus on specific geographic regions skill sets or better yet, individual companies, she said.Youre not going to be successful blasting out your resume to every company in the world, she said. You have to pick your targets and your geographies.Searching with a specific skill set in mindIn 2008, Bhadran, a programmer who specializes in the Java computer language that fuels many advanced Web sites, focused on companies that were doing cutting-edge technology online. The jo b in Florida, at startup World Avenue, lasted less than a year, but got him skills and credibility for having worked on the kind of Java servers that run the highest-traffic sites.After the layoff, his goal was to keep from taking a step back in salary, never mind how cutting edge the work was. In the end, however, it was the advanced skill set (not the title or salary) that landed him his next job with a nine-month contract at UCLA for which he moved back to Los Angeles.And it was the broader technology industry in the Los Angeles area and contacts he had already made there that made LA a more target-rich environment, he said.A few months into the consulting job at UCLA, some friends referred him to other friends at Napster, the music-sharing service that is now owned by Best Buy. His Florida experience also helped land him the software architect job a top-level programming position in which he helps design how all the software of a complex Internet service should work together.I wasnt planning to go back to LA, but it has worked out so far, he said.Proactive versus desperateBeing willing to move is one advantage, but getting physically in front of the hiring manager is a much bigger one because it turns you into partner in a relationship rather than a voice on the phone, McGlynn said.Choosing to travel on your own dime is risky, not only because of the money and time involved. Theres also the chance, if you let hiring managers know youre coming just to see them, that youll seem desperate. Thats death, McGlynn said.If you call someone up and say youll take anything, youll fly out to see them, whatever they want, you sound desperate and theyre going to back off, McGlynn said. Its a lot easier to call someone and say, Hey, Im going to be meeting someone to talk about a position right down the street from you Id like to stop in and shake your hand, you get in right under the radar. If you call and say youd like a meeting, theyll think, Ive got a lot to do Im to o busy. If you just say you want to come shake someones hand, who can say no to that?

5 Reasons You Need A Resume When Youre 18

5 Reasons You Need A Resume When Youre 185 Reasons You Need A Resume When Youre 18Most students between the ages of 17 and 19 are pretty sure that a) they do not need a resumeand b) they do not have anything to write on that resume. Here is why you are wrong. You actually do need a resume.*1. Summer job*Most teenagers are used to taking a break from school during the summer which means traveling, hopefully spending a long period of time at the seaside, maybe going to a summer camp. But as a senior in high school or college, we are either a) motivated to get a summer job in reservierung to save some extra cash for that pair of sneakers or favorite band coming to perform in town or b) parents are pushing us to do so because we are growing up and we need to get a little taste of what that feels like.But let me tell you something. A summer job could be a blast It is up to you to get as creative as you can and improvise a resume. No one is expecting youd have any serious experience, but y ou should mention being in the basketball team, helping with the organization of the Christmas ball at school or translating those texts for your mom from Spanish. With your modest (but honest and inventive) resume you might get to spend the whole summer on the beach selling ice cream (and eating tons of ice cream for free) or maybe helping with an advertising campaign by going around, giving flyers and talking to people? You probably wont feel like its the best job ever but you can make it fun and next time youre editing your resumeyoull have something new to add.Who doesnt want this job?*2. Internship*Doing at least one internship before graduating high school doubles your chances of getting into a good uni, as well as scoring a good job after schliffing your degree. But you cant apply for an internship (even if you know the people) without having a resume. You have to somehow prove your ability and interest in the field and thats the perfect way to do itBeing an intern usually me ans doing various small tasks, nothing too important or difficult, but it is an opportunity to see how a business works from the inside. Such an experience will help you decide if this is the kind of environment or industry you are truly interested in or you might want to try heading in a completely different direction. Joining a real team of professionals, getting to ask them questions and assist them with real assignments is always super valuable even if you finish the internship and realize that what you would like to do in the future is completely unrelated to the internship.Interns not making coffee.*3. To get into University*Most universities do not require a resume from students when they are applying, but universities in Austria, Germany, Italy and Spain do. These countries are famous for their prestigious universities for various degrees and they are more than welcoming when it comes to internationals. They offer programs in both the respective language, as well as in Engli sh.No one requires from you to have a big amount of working experience in order to get into uni, its more about making the effort to create an outstanding resume that illustrates your personality and interests. Of course, many things that you talk about in your personal statement might be a part of your resume too. The letter of motivation is your opportunity to give them context and tell a story, while your resume is your canvas where you can get creative, colorful and brave when providing a history of your activities.University looks pretty nice?*4. To do a study abroad program when in University*Normally a bachelors program takes 3 or 4 years. Thats a lot of time to spend living in just one city. Especially when we talk about the average person doing a bachelors who is between 18 and 25 years old. We need to explore the world Most universities offer the opportunity to do a semester or even a whole year in another country which sounds more than amazing you get to experience a new city, meet tons of new people and maybe practice your second or third language? In order to take advantage of such a chance, you need to provide a resume proving why you deserve this.Why stay at one place?*5. Because its awesome*If you still feel like you dont need a resume, lets talk again after you create the perfect one (both design and content wise) as then you will realize how awesome it is to have all of your achievements and passions written down and illustrated. Your resume serves as a summarized and graphical biography touching on the most important things that youve done in your life. Moreover, our breakthrough format doesnt give only the boring facts regarding your educational or work background, it emphasizes on your soft skills and personality. If youre still wondering why were actually in love with the resume, you might want to take a look at ours. Yasmin Tezdjan A 20-year-old Business Design student based in Barcelona whos excited about making the world a better pl ace through innovative businesses and thinks rap is poetry. I feel complete at the beach.Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *CommentName * Email * Website Subscribe now for moreSee more great content and inspiring examples of resumes done right each month. Subscribe Youre subscribed Latest posts See all posts by Eric D. Halsey The Resumes of Chernobyl by Eric D. Halsey 4 Ways Creativity Can Improve Your Resume by Katherine (Tori) LutzHow to Create a First Year Elementary School Teacher Resume

The Ultimate Anti-Procrastination Hack

The Ultimate Anti-Procrastination Hack The Ultimate Anti-Procrastination Hack Article by Derek DoepkerEven high achievers can end up procrastinatingon important tasks when they feel overwhelmed and stressed. Although simply urging yourself to take action may sound like a good solution, its a little like telling a sad person to just cheer up. What you need instead is a specific process that works with your psychology instead of against it.When you use this ultimate anti-procrastination hack, youll bypass internal resistance and get yourself to take action almost effortlessly. Plus, it only takes about 10 seconds to implement and is virtually guaranteed to succeed when done properly.The Anti-Procrastination Hack FormulaThe formula for taking action is simple Ask yourself, Can I just insert micro-commitment here? A micro-commitment is something so small and simple that youll readily say yes to doing it, even if you have very little willpower.For instance, lets say someone has been pro crastinating cleaning his house. He can ask, Can I just take two minutes to clean my desk? On the surface, it may seem like that wont accomplish much. However, he will probably notice an internal shift when he steps into action.Have you ever not wanted to do something, like exercise, but once you started, you found yourself more motivated to continue? This happens because momentum generates motivation. The trick is not waiting to get motivated. Take a small step that generates motivation, and then continue to ask yourself, Can I just do a little more?After following through ona small commitment to clean the desk,our hypothetical person may find himself thinking, Ive already started, so I may as well keep going for a little longer. Next thing you know, the entire room is clean.Lets look at how this formula can be used to conquer the four drivers of procrastination fear, overwhelm, uncertainty, and perfectionism.Overcoming FearOne way to overcome fear is through exposure therapy, whic h consists of gradually exposing yourself to things you fear in a geldschrank environment.Imagine someone who is fearful of public speaking. They may ask, Can I just speak in my living room to a couple close friendsabouta topic I love? Since this is safe, this person can probably getherself to do it. Then,she can gradually ramp up the stakes asshe gets more comfortable Can I just invite one stranger to join my private group? Can I just introduce myself for 30 seconds at a local networking event? Can I just speak to a small group for five minutes to raise awareness for a cause Im passionate about?The key isnt to break out of your comfort zone - its to stretch your comfort zone. Start with something you can do thats only mildly uncomfortable, build from there, and youll gain greater and greater confidence.Overcoming OverwhelmFeeling overwhelmed happens when you only concentrate on the big picture. While its important to dream big and find inspiration, accomplishing anything can seem daunting if thats all you focus on. This is why many experts recommend breaking down larger goals into smaller action steps.If a person wants to improve her health and shes feeling overwhelmed by how many things she has to change, she may ask, Can I just focus this week on eating a healthier breakfast?By focusing on just one or two priorities at a time, youre more likely to make each new behavior a habit. Once something is habitual, you can add new habits without feeling overwhelmed.Overcoming UncertaintyOne thing that can fuel procrastination is not being able to focus on the next best step. But you can drive for hundreds of miles at night while only seeing whats right in front of you. Sometimes, the only way to get clarity is to take some type of action, and then use the resulting feedback for course correction.An individual who is uncertain about what career he wants to go into could ask, Can I just try one new activity this week and see what I enjoy and dont enjoy? For instance Can I just volunteer to mentor for an afternoon? Can I just take a cooking class? Can I just write an article on a topic I enjoy?Even though none of ansicht may become a career,hecan gain insight - whetherhe enjoys working alone or with others, whetherhe enjoys working withhis hands or prefers mental challenges, and so on. The key here is the micro-commitment isnt about making the right long-term choice.Rather, each micro-commitment is a steppingstone to greater self-awareness and clarity.Overcoming PerfectionismDoing things well is important, but its also necessary to give yourself permission to make mistakes. Like a baby learning to walk, youre not going to nail it right off the bat, and thats okay.Tim Ferriss adopted this approach when he gave himself a quota to write two crappy pages a day. This micro-commitment included both the quantity of pages (just two) and an allowance to be less than perfect.You can do the same. Ask, Can I just spend five minutes doing crappy work?Parado xically, when you remove the pressure to be perfect, you find that, over time, you end up generating your best work. The key is to create space for creative expression that has no quality filter. Then, come back later to what you have produced with a mindset of improvement.- When you apply the ultimate anti-procrastination hack, you may notice an immediate transformation, or momentum could build over several weeks or months. Either way, the key is to get started today by committing to something youre guaranteed to say yes to. All you have to do is recall the three magic words Can I just?Now, pick one thing youve been procrastinating, implement a micro-commitment that will give you momentum, and watch the magic happen as your seemingly small successes generate your biggest breakthroughs.A version of this article originally appeared on SUCCESS.com.