Make Sure Your Resume Is Objective-Based

Make Sure Your Resume Is Objective-BasedOne of the most important pieces of advice when it comes to writing a resume is to be careful when writing an objective. Since so many applicants ask for it, one should not ignore it. It is not a personal introduction, but rather a requirement to accompany the resume. So, do you know why an objective is important and how it can help your resume stand out?First, an objective is a summary statement that summarizes what you have done. What were your accomplishments, the things you have accomplished, or how you improved the situation in which you found yourself? You can include a summary of accomplishments as well as any relevant experiences or achievements that have helped you in your work.The objective is usually the best thing to add to your resume, because it gives you the opportunity to mention the accomplishments or traits that are most important to you. It doesn't hurt to be the person with the most important qualities or abilities if you ha ppen to be the only one applying for the job. Being the only applicant helps you stand out from the other applicants who may have had the same job.Now, back to the original purpose of the objective, which is to convince the hiring manager of your capability to perform the job. When you write a resume, there are certain things you need to consider, such as the format, font size, and placement. You should also include important details such as the dates and times of employment, salary range, and other pertinent information.The objective is probably the best place to list specific accomplishments. You don't have to describe them, just let them stand out and be included in the bottom of your resume. They will make a statement about your personality that is easy to read and understand, especially if you have a long resume.There are no rules about how long you have to write your objective. Since the goal is to convince the hiring manager that you have what it takes to do the job, you are allowed as much time as needed to get the job.Writing a resume is not like writing a story that you can just start and then come up with ideas. You must do your research and prepare your resume first before you begin to write it. Using an objective will help you stay focused, because you can stay focused on what you want to tell the employer.

Ace Your Next Performance Review

Ace Your Next Performance Review An upcoming performance review can certainly mess with your emotions. On one hand, you may be ready to hear what your employer has to say, especially if a positive review might result in a salary increase. On the other, you may be nervous at the possibility that you’re not meeting your employer’s expectations. And that sucks. But there’s plenty you can do beforehand to maximize your performance review. Consider these seven tips to help ensure you get those gold stars. 1. Go in With an Open Mind Prior to meeting with your boss for a performance review, you need to prepare your mind for the possibility of hearing something negative. Overall, your boss may be satisfied with your performance. But there’s always room for growth, so she might also highlight areas that need improving. It’s natural to become defensive, but don’t immediately jump in and offer an explanation or justify your actions. Let your boss finish and listen to her concerns. There may be some truth to those claims. Besides, any negative feedback you receive likely comes from a good place. Your employer wants you to succeed and reach your potential. If she didn’t, she wouldn’t bother providing feedback. 2. Ask for Clarification You’re not the only one nervous during a performance review. Your employer may also be a little anxious, especially if he’s bringing up items you need to work on. If he’s nervous or has to meet with many of your coworkers in a short amount of time, he may rush the review or not express himself clearly. This can result in vague statements and misunderstandings. You shouldn’t leave the meeting confused or puzzled, so don’t be afraid to ask for clarification or specific examples. You can’t improve your work performance when you don’t fully understand the issue. 3. Understand Your Employer’s Expectations If you don’t receive a good performance review, the problem may have nothing to do with lack of effort, but rather different expectations. In your mind, you’re hitting the mark and helping the company succeed, yet your boss thinks otherwise. For example, maybe you put a lot of time and energy into meeting deadlines, but your boss feels you don’t take the initiative or contribute to the team in other ways. To maximize the takeaways from a performance review, ask your boss to clarify her expectations. Based on this information, you can set short and long-term goals to improve your performance. 4. Take Notes During the Review Your employer may have a lot to say during a performance review, and you may forget some of the important points. Therefore, come prepared to take notes. You can jot down your weaknesses, as well as your strengths. This way you’ll get a clear picture of how you’re performing as a whole. Taking notes also leaves a good impression with your employer. This shows that you’re committed to improving and growing as an employee and giving 100% to the job. 5. Don’t Slack After a Positive Review Performance reviews aren’t always negative. Your employer may have nothing but good things to say about your work performance. You might meet all his expectations, and you might be the best worker on the job. It’s okay to give yourself a pat on the back, but don’t let a perfect review go to your head. Let this be your motivation to continue on the right path. This isn’t the time to slack off or think you don’t have to work as hard. You want to continue to impress your employer so that your next review will be equally positive. 6. Summarize Key Points To show your boss you were listening during the review, end the meeting by summarizing in your own words his suggestions for improvement. Briefly explain how you plan to address these issues moving forward. 7. Schedule a Mid-Year Review If possible, don’t wait until your next performance review to track your progress. During the initial meeting, discuss goals with your employer and then see if you can schedule another meeting in the upcoming months to evaluate your progress thus far. If your employer conducts annual performance reviews, maybe you can schedule another meeting in six months. Or if your employer conducts reviews every six months, perhaps he can schedule a follow-up review in three months. More From Wise Bread: 12 Ways to Improve Your Performance at Work 7 Tips for Better Workplace Body Language 10 Important Signs That Your Job Sucks 12 Ways to Improve Your Performance at Work 7 Tips for Better Workplace Body Language 10 Important Signs That Your Job Sucks Read next: This is How Smart People Get Ahead at Work Close Modal DialogThis is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button.

Boredom at Work Career ADD Affliction #2 - Work It Daily

Boredom at Work Career ADD Affliction #2 - Work It Daily Affliction #2 â€" You are bored with the work you do every day or the majority of the day. Does this describe your work situation now? Whether or not you have Career ADD, this is a serious situation that could have a disastrous impact on the overall quality of your life. There are countless studies that have been done that document the emotional, mental and physical health hazards that can occur as a result of boredom or dissatisfaction with the work we do. But for those of us with Career ADD, the result can be downright crippling. Last night I spoke with a young woman for the first time, two years out of college, who took a job that was only remotely related to her major. In her words, “I hate my job. It is demeaning, low pay and I feel more confused than ever.” Her disappointments were many because she had high hopes of finding employment in her area of study, but due to ADD and other factors, her grades did not allow her to go immediately into her chosen field. The work she was doing required no education whatsoever. The bottom line for her was that she felt directionless and overwhelmed. She was confused as to whether she should return to school and start over in a completely new major, or find a paid internship or job shadow for a while. After our conversation, she knew without a doubt that she would need to complete her Parachute “Flower” with support. As I have stated in several previous articles, those of us with Career ADD must LOVE what we do (not partially love it, but, rather full on love it), to do our best work. Otherwise, we risk making unconscious mistakes that could cost us our jobs and begin a downward spiral resulting in a lack of confidence, unhappiness and more confusion. We simply have no CHOICE but to find a career direction that we are excited about. Call it “passion,” or whatever fits, it’s got to be there for all of us. Period. End of Story. Boredom is only a symptom of a bigger problem. Boredom creates mistakes on the job, lack of focus and ultimately could cause dismissal. The bigger “problem” is generally a lack of direction. Ask yourself the following questions: When I wake up each work day, what is the overall feeling I have before getting out of bed? While at work, how often do I look at the clock? How easily do I become distracted and look for non-work related ways to help pass the time at my job? How many times do I have to read this stuff to know it is time to take my career seriously and seek ways to create career happiness? Boredom, while only a symptom, is a serious affliction. I cannot stress this enough. The young woman I spoke with last night is lucky. She is young and can take steps now that will impact her entire work life for the next 30-40 years and beyond. In fact, those of us who love what we do rarely “retire.” We simply get to do more of what we love when we want to do it. Career ADD boredom image from Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!