On the Job by Anita Bruzzese Office Politics Cant Be Ignored

On the Job by Anita Bruzzese Office Politics Can't Be Ignored As the race heats up for the presidential nomination, its a good time to remember that politics isn't confined to just those running for office. In fact, some of the most sophisticated politicking takes place in the workplace.Who hasnt been on the receiving end of some on-the-job political maneuvering that would put even the most savvy national campaign strategist to shame? What workplace hasnt seen people choose up sides, putting their support behind certain people while working to undermine others?For those in the professional political arena, this is part of the game and they readily admit they love the rough and tumble stuff. But for those who want to just do their jobs, this is a nasty side of business they could do without.Still, its naïve and unwise to ignore office politics that have been a part of the work life since man first earned a wage. The key is to understand that you can and must understand on-the-job politics in order to not only survive, but thrive, in the workp lace.Here are some things to think about:1. Hating it wont make it go away. In a perfect cubicle world, office politics would cease to exist. Forget it. You have a better chance of the Easter Bunny being named CEO. The sooner you accept its part of life, the sooner youll understand that you can deal with it and not sell your soul to the devil.2. Know your code. While you may detest some of the smarmier aspects of politics in the workplace, it doesnt mean you have to sink to that level in order to participate. You dont have to lie, cheat, steal or cause physical harm but you can listen, learn, be professional and ethical.3. Seek win-win solutions. Politics in the workplace often get rough when someone is going to come up with the short end of the stick. If you become known for creating situations where everyone gets something they want, then youre less likely to be blindsided by dirty politics. This may mean you give a little, or you negotiate with someone else to bring about a posi tive solution for a third person, but in the end, everyone feels theyve gotten a fair shake.4. Dont gossip. Some people equate gossiping with office politics, and thats a big mistake. Gossiping is dishing dirty on another person in order to put down or minimize him or her in some way. Office politics, on the other hand, means understanding the relationships among the people in your workplace, and how they connect to what youre doing and want to accomplish.5. Dont hold a grudge. If someone plays hardball and actually sets out to do you professional harm, then youve learned an important lesson that you need to be careful with this person in the future and not provide another opportunity to hurt you. That doesnt mean you shut down communications. In fact, it means that you stay even more in tune with this person to avoid a repeat performance. What if someone accidentally harms you and seems genuinely sorry? Then you hold to your code of conduct and accept the apology and go on to behav e with professionalism. Remember that if you hold a grudge, then it bars you from learning from the experience and moving on.del.icio.us

Writing Resume and Cover Letters to Land the Best Teaching Jobs

Writing Resume and Cover Letters to Land the Best Teaching JobsIf you are seeking a job as a writer, you might want to consider the possibility of applying for a writing resume teaching position. Resumes and cover letters go a long way toward determining whether a potential employer will hire you or not. A writer who knows how to write a resume and a cover letter may find that they get more interviews.Teaching positions often pay more than the job that they are actually holding. As a new teacher, you will be the first one to introduce yourself to your students, but your potential employer is already aware of the amount of work that you will be expected to do. If you can prove to them that you can provide them with excellent service, they will hire you.Teaching is very demanding. You will be expected to teach subjects such as English, math, science, social studies, and other subjects. Without your ability to write a great cover letter, your potential employer will be less likely to hi re you and it may not be the resume that you are looking for.Teaching positions will also require a lot of classroom experience. Most of your potential employer's requirements will focus on your ability to teach. You must be able to write a strong letter of introduction and resume.Your teaching history is a very important part of your resume and is going to give you excellent references. Your teaching experience will give you the opportunity to tell the employer about the benefits that you have given the students in the past and the success that you have had with them. However, you will need to demonstrate that you know how to teach with your specific skills.It is very important to emphasize that your cover letter is yours alone. While you have your writing samples to show that you are an excellent writer, you need to explain your specific teaching experience so that your potential employer can determine if you will be a good fit for the position. Cover letters must be concise, and any content that you use in your cover letter must be appropriate for the position.If you know how to write a resume and a cover letter, you should be able to submit your resume and cover letter to numerous positions as you develop your teaching career. While it is not required, it would be a good idea to send one or two of these letters to an experienced writing candidate before you consider teaching. This will give you the opportunity to get references from them.If you have been teaching for some time, now is the time to consider applying for a writing resume teaching position. Teaching is a demanding position and there is plenty of work involved in this. You should be prepared for this job as you would any other, and it is not difficult to prepare a quality cover letter.

Happiness in achievement - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Happiness in achievement - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog My friend Annette (who is the CEO of ?rstiderne) sent me these inspiring words: Happiness lies in the joy of achievement, the thrill of creative effort. The human spirit needs to accomplish, to achieve, to triumph to be happy. Happiness does not come from doing easy work. It comes from the afterglow of satisfaction after the achievement of a difficult task that demands your best. Your personal growth itself contains the seed of happiness. You cannot pursue happiness by itself. There is no happiness except in the realization that you have accomplished something. Happiness thrives in activity. Its a running river, not a stagnant pond. I agree completely. Achievement feels great. We all like to get results, make a difference, contribute value and do work we can be proud of. My only quibble with this is that achievement is not the only source of happiness at work. I believe there are two things that make us happy at work and getting results is one of them. See if you can guess what the other thing is :o) Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related

How My Intern Got The Job And Created A Blueprint For All To Follow

How My Intern Got The Job And Created A Blueprint For All To Follow 53 Flares 53 Flares People are typically looking for a blueprint when searching for advice.  And not just for job search advice, but for anything. People want to view a model that they can follow and make their own. Just tossing in our snazzy Bad Rhino logo I recently (this week) hired an intern for my new Social Media Company, Bad Rhino.  Our hired intern, Jamie, has consistently impressed me since day 1, which was back in March of this year.  Maybe it wasnt by complete design, but the series of events that Jamie followed and carried out has created a Job Search Blueprint for others to follow. This strategy wont always work for each job search situation, but I do believe there is a strong chance you can put your best brain forward to make it happen.  Here is Jamies Blueprint: 1. He used social media to get on my radar In March, I spoke at my undergraduate Alma Mater, Cabrini College, about the job search.  In the months before my presentation, I tried to connect with current students, but I didnt have time to send many targeted messages.  However, one of the students, Jamie, continued to show interest and engage with me, mostly through Twitter.  His excitement completely put him on my radar.  Heres one of the Tweets from Jamie: I didnt disqualify him for the major typo of the schools name! How To Use This In Your Own Search Engage with a company or person you find interesting.  Send tweets, LinkedIn requests, comment on their blogs, join Facebook pages/groups and engage/comment, and just be heard.  Maybe not right away, but theyll eventually have you on their radar. 2. He introduced himself before I began speaking As I was setting up for my presentation, Jamie walked right up to me and introduced himself.  That sounds so easy, but its not that simple for everyone.  I think our conversation went like this: Jamie: Hey Rich!? Me: Hey, hows it going? Jamie: Good!  Just wanted to introduce myself, my name is Jamie.  Weve bee talking a bit through Social Media. Rich: Yes, I remember!  Whats up?  Thanks for coming out! As you can see, the conversation wasnt very long, but it helped solidify the connection that was started online. How To Use This In Your Own Search When you know the company or person youre interested in will be at an event, make sure you introduce yourself.  Maybe its a networking event, or conference, or a job fair.  Find out who from the company will be there, and then go ahead and introduce yourself. 3. He remained in touch Even after the event, Jamie would RT my stuff, or like something on Facebook that Id post.  This all led to me looking further into his skill set and interests, which were social media related.  I couldnt reach out to him yet, but I knew Id eventually need an intern.  Then finally in august, I reached out and sent Jamie the link to our job posting. The job came to him. How To Use This In Your Own Search Maybe this is obvious, but continue to reach out, ask questions, and engage.  Its OK to even throw in a, Is your company hiring? message every now and then.  Your continued interest in them or the company will be valuable to you. 4.  Jamie was himself during interviews For the phone screen, I was first impressed that he suggested I call a land line, just an overall smart move.  I could tell that Jamie wasnt going to kiss my ass, or try too hard to say what I wanted to hear.  When I asked about his passions, he didnt jump to say anything related to social media.  I liked that.  His answer was food, television, and movies.  His skills and obvious passion in social media were already noted, so I liked that he was able to give me some personality. On the in person interview, Jamie displayed a ton of confidence when speaking to Marty (the other Co-Founder) and I.  Again, he wasnt afraid to show his personality and opinion, and even said that he, enjoys pissing people off when blogging.  AgainI like that. We were pretty much sold on hiring Jamie, and we didnt even care that he was 10 minutes late to the interview.  I probably wont let him forget thatever. How To Use This In Your Own Search Be yourself and show some personality and confidence in your interviews.  Feel free to bring up some other true passions, just make sure that youve already expressed your passion in the skill or line of work that youre interviewing for.  Oh, and if youre a true fit, being late or using words like pissing probably wont ruin your chances. 5. Jamie had the skills and knowledge that we needed In the end, Jamies knowledge and skill in social media made us feel very confident that he could perform the job.  Could he have got the job if he just performed steps 4 and 5 like most people experience?  Probably, but he would have had to find the job online (a hard task), apply, and then hope we open the resume and feel he matches what were looking for. How To Use This In Your Own Search This part is on the job seeker to show they have the required experience and knowledge that matches the requirements of the company.  This part is obviously the hardest, and if you dont have a connection, its much more difficult.  Check out my Job Seeker Services if youd like focused help. COTJs Final Words Your job search stars wont always align like they did for Jamie.  Dont let it frustrate you.  Continue to engage and build connections.  Someone will eventually see you, and then hopefully youre on their long term radar. Just try not to be late like Jamie.

Client Show Tell Starving Artist Or Satiated Creator

Client Show Tell Starving Artist Or Satiated Creator Ask For What You Want by NayArts I’m on vacation early this week, my clients are doing some Show Tell! Its time now to hear from Juliana Finch, a glorious (yes, glorious) singer/songwriter whose music will make you melt (yes, melt). If you like what you hear, help her make her new album ( have her play in your home! yes, really!) by being a backer. I became one already. Yes, the music s that glorious. I wasnt kidding. When I first discovered Michelles coaching practice and blog, I had one of those Aha! moments that Oprah talks about. Here was someone who was telling people that it is not only totally ok to be a creative person out in the world, but that your creativity is possibly integral to your well-being and can help you thrive! That idea is almost my religion, so it was immediately clear that Michelle was my kinda gal. For the past couple of weeks, I’ve been getting some excellent group coaching with Michelle and it has helped me push past a plateau I’d reached regarding the business side of my creative work. For most artists I know, the terms “business” and “money” might as well be four-letter words. Our creative work is a labor of love, so mixing it with money can feel dirty. We’re all familiar with the idea of the starving artist, right? Somehow, we’ve gotten the idea that a real artist has to be suffering and toiling in obscurity. If you’re financially secure and marketable, it must mean that you’re a sell-out. I hate to burst your bubble, but that idea is a load of hooey. Does any of this sound familiar to you? “I could audition for that part, but there are hundreds of people trying out, so my chances aren’t good.” “I know I’ve been playing this open mic for a couple of years, but everyone has to pay their dues.” “If I were good enough to be a professional, I would have been discovered by now. “ For me, clinging to the starving artist persona did nothing but give me permission to shrink from the world, not try my hardest, and put my art on the backburner. It was comfortable, it was easy. It was a free pass to give up. A couple of years ago, I finally got fed up with it and decided that I would like to be a satiated creator instead of a starving artist. For me, that looks like this: • I decided that my work was good enough for people to pay for. When I gave value to my own work, other people gave more value to it, also. This psychological hump was the first thing I had to get over before I could move forward. Then… • I decided to stop playing free shows. When I do a free show these days, it’s because it meets some very specific personal requirements I’ve set up. Believe me, this was a scary move. I had been playing whatever shows I could get for a long time, and many of those were in coffee shops or restaurants where no one was listening anyway…but I’d heard for years that young musicians have to “pay dues” and that’s what I thought I was doing. You know what else young musicians have to pay? Bills. • I decided to invest a significant amount of money in putting together a full-length,professional album. I was done waiting for a record label to “discover” me and give me permission to be a singer/songwriter. I was tired of telling people at shows that, “Gee, I’m sorry, I don’t have another CD yet. I’m an independent musician so I don’t have a label to pay for things and… “ You know what happened when I made those three changes? I made more money in one year playing music than I had made in the previous five years of playing combined. When I told one venue that I wasn’t able to do their free Wednesday night shows anymore, they offered me a paying Saturday night slot instead. I had finally started treating myself like a professional, and others took the cue from me. I know it can be terrifying. I know that there is a part of you saying you aren’t good enough, and who are you to expect other people to pay you for this thing you would do for free anyway. But I also know that what you do can touch people in unexpected ways; that you can improve lives by your art, even if you never meet the person whose day/week/month you changed; and that by choosing to not to starve, you can feed the world with your creative energy. ************************************************************************************************************* Delicious Discounts Great Giveaways for When I Grow Up Readers!   Through July 24th: enter to win a  custom scrapbook from  Tara Sroka. Through Aug 31st: get a $25 discount for any $250 purchase from    Tara Sroka. As Gwen Stefani would say, What You Waiting For? Get Danielle LaPorte’s Nuggets of Genius in your own home, on your own time.   The Digital Firestarter Sessions from my “cult leader” have launched! What’s your Joy Equation? Find out with Molly Hoyne’s Pay-What-You-Can-Afford Program!

The Downside Risk of Best Resume Writing Services for Teachers 50 That No One Is Talking About

The Downside Risk of Best Resume Writing Services for Teachers 50 That No One Is Talking About Best Resume Writing Services for Teachers 50 - the Conspiracy There are a lot of job seekers out there attempting to learn the next best opportunity. The very first point towards writing a great resume should be dependent upon the sort of job you're looking for. If you wish to land the job that you want, then you will need to submit a high quality resume. By keeping the above mentioned demand in view, a lot of inexpensive resumes andonline resume writing services are offered for the ease of candidates, but it isn't easy for all of the jobless candidates to bear the excessive professional resume writing rates. Resume writing services often provide a whole package strategy to resume writing. Resume writing is daunting work for those who write a resume once annually, or once a decade sometimes. Resume writing services have a personalized approach to come up with a sort of resume that is sure to supply the maximum quality of professional resume writing. There are assorted types of cover letters for resumes. Since resumes are for the most part digitally sent, there is absolutely no need to have a printout and sign the resume. While no 2 resumes will look the exact same, there are particular similarities in all fantastic resumes. Not all resumes are proper for all kinds of jobs. Best Resume Writing Services for Teachers 50 Secrets That No One Else Knows About The total cost of the writing service is another element when selecting the very best available service for you. The service is likely to make sure to format your resume the direction you want it. It makes sure that your paper will shine above the rest. It is possible to employ the help of competent resume writing professionals at astonishingly competitive rates. If there will not be a facility of direct communication between the customer and writer, the author will surely miss a few important info about the customer in the resume and ultimately, client must request the changes over and over. The resume prepared by the candidate should remain appealing and ought to consist of necessary details. All 3 professional resume writer providers provide a broad range of services and thus do your homework and check into each one thoroughly before making your decision. Resume Writing Categories When you look at resume services, you are going to observe that they are available in several distinct categories and you're going to wish to choose the right sort for your job search requirements. The Ultimate Best Resume Writing Services for Teachers 50 Trick Impress your employer The Resume can earn a very first impression in the view of an employer. Resume is not merely a document. however, it defines you and is the very first important key that ensures your prospective employer takes interest in you.

Resume Writing Article - an in Depth Anaylsis on What Works and What Doesnt

Resume Writing Article - an in Depth Anaylsis on What Works and What Doesn't It's crucial that you comprehend the needs of the job and address them on your resume. Even if your work experience is ideal, a subpar resume could sink your odds of getting a work interview. You aren't obliged to list each job you have at any time held. There are a lot of standard kinds of resumes used to make an application for job openings. You're able to supplement what's on the webpage with links to your work but you need to motivate the hiring manager to take the additional step required. Others are going to state that it's to inform of job experience information and the duties you performed. Whether you're looking for your very first job or attempting to earn a career change, the approach starts with your resume. With persistence and patience, you will gradually land the job that you desire. 1 advantage for employers to internet resumes is the substantial cost saving in comparison to traditional hiring methods. Preparing resume is among the basic and an intriguing portion of producing job opportunities. Writing your first resume may appear like a daunting job. How to Choose Resume Writing Article The top writing agencies are known to make high-quality work within a brief period, based on the reach of work. Rather, it is a strategic tool for marketing your personal brand. Choosing which to use depends upon t he kind of job that you are applying for and your degree of experience. By putting in some work, and adhering to a strategy, you can make an effective resume that gives a great start on the work marketplace. For example, you should attempt to outsource article writing. For instance, you may require a resume summary or a resume objective, but you ought not incorporate both. Not everyone might provide personal references. The solution is it depends.