8 Ways to Survive Your Recruiter Office Romance

8 Ways to Survive Your Recruiter Office Romance Valentine’s Day is here and one of 2 things is likely are like to happen: Its time to book a restaurant, take out your significant other and then text/tweet on your respective smart phones. Easy! Its time to go out with your single mates and get totally annihilated (Undercover Recruiter always suggests you drink sensibly). We normally blog about tech, social etc… blah blah blah! Today we want to get a little soppy and talk about lurrrrrvve…or as recruiters used to call it in our day: “scoring”. #unit Apparently 80% of relationships start in the office (perhaps 81% finish there?). May I suggest that for recruiters that, yes, 80% may start there but then they kind of continue, trip and fall, end, start again and then either explode or implode (a little like the life cycle of a candidate?). Ive picked my brain (and maybe my history) and come up with some tips for surviving a recruiter office romance.  Here are 8 tips for recruiters to ensure that their office romance doesn’t get out of control! 1) Never go out in public: Stay hidden in one of your respective homes for at least 6 months! 2) At office parties totally slag each other off: Stay well clear of each other. 3) At office parties totally get off with each other: It is a party, isnt it? 4) Get spotted at IKEA? If you need to go to IKEA, and you’re spotted, have the following line ready: “we’re here to get cable trunking for the office”! 5)  Overcompensate at work: Give each other a really hard time! 6) Own really mainstreams cars: So,  when you follow each other in to work on the route that everyone else follows, you’re not spotted! Perfect! 7) Dont disappear together: Don’t disappear into the server room together to tidy the cables! We all know what youre doing! 8) Get married! Have kids and start your own business! There! Who said that we’re not practical? Any other tips? Let us know in the comments below!

5 Negotiation Tips Every Career Girl Should Know

5 Negotiation Tips Every Career Girl Should Know You found out you got the job offer and you couldn’t be happier. Now it’s time to negotiate your pay and the happiness turns into anxiety, confusion, or maybe both. Many women are still paid less than their male equals across all professions. According to the  National Women’s Law Center, women would lose $418,800 over the course of a 40-year career based on today’s wage gap. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the work force, the challenges of negotiating pay affect all of us. Just ask Redfin Chief Economist, Nela Richardson. Nela Richardson, whose resume reads Ph.D. in economics, adjunct professor at John Hopkins, and Senior Economist at Freddie Mac, didn’t think she would ever be underpaid. She was caught by surprise while working as a government economist, to learn a male coworker in the same position was paid over $60,000 more than she was! That was a pivotal moment for Nela and it changed the course of her career. She left her underpaid job to find one that paid her the amount she was worth. How did she do it? Lucky for us, Nela is sharing her top tips for women about to head to the negotiation table. Network Knowledge is power. Networking is crucial to make connections with people in your field to get more information about the positions you are applying for. Attend events and schedule coffee with someone you meet. Ask what companies are paying for certain positions. Networking with people in your industry will help you understand what a competitive wage is for someone in your position. Knowing your market worth gives you the greatest negotiating power. Do your Research Again, knowledge is power. And knowledge comes from research!  Sit down and research different companies and the salaries they offer. Use sites like  Glassdoor  and  PayScale  to find out what positions are worth in your area. Using factual data is one of the strongest tools to use during a salary negotiation meeting. Be Realistic without Selling Yourself Short Without settling for the bare minimum, don’t request for a salary that is unreasonably high. Ask for five to 10 percent more than the industry standard, but be prepared to explain WHY you are worth that much more. Maybe you have additional skills that would benefit the company, or you have a connection that makes you a more appealing candidate. A good company will value an employee who knows what they are worth, especially if they can deliver on the promises made during salary negotiations. However be cautious, your company could regret hiring you if you ask for a lot more money and can’t deliver on your promises. Learn to Negotiate Benefits other than Pay There is always a chance a company is unable to give you any more money than what they are offering. But don’t lost hope. There are other benefits you can negotiate. For instance, they might be able to give you a few extra vacation days, pay for your transportation costs, or let you work from home once a week. To be safe, make sure you get those other agreed-upon benefits in writing. If the hiring manager says they can’t pay you what you’re asking, ask what you would need to do in the role to reach your desired salary. You could also request a guaranteed raise percentage annually or within a certain amount of time. Good employers will respect your drive. Discuss Your Career Path A respectable company will value an employee’s personal career goals. Make a point to ask about the upward mobility in a company so you can visualize what your future would look like. You might not want to take the position if there isn’t much room to grow. Employers appreciate a driven candidate who wants to turn her position into a career!   Source: Via  Redfin

The Changing Landscape of HR Technology

The Changing Landscape of HR Technology Employees used to be considered a means to an end. They were simply the muscle behind a company’s real pride and joy â€" its products or services. Through that lens, it’s no surprise that the way they were managed, valued, and rewarded looked very different from today. Think annual reviews, anniversary hams, and retirement watches. Fast forward a bit and you’ll find that employees are now considered a true differentiator for businesses. They drive the customer experience, which in today’s competitive business environment is just as important as a company’s product or service itself. The role of HR and the sophistication of the technology programs used to manage, engage and recognize employees are a reflection of this shift. The evolution of HR as a business-critical operation HR leaders have been dealt a tough hand. The skills shortage that’s created a war for talent. The need for flexibility enabling the rise of the independent workforce. And the retention challenges of a transient workforce as a result of it all. Companies are in constant competition for talent â€" both prospective candidates and existing employees alike. For HR leaders, it’s no longer about simply recruiting and managing employees throughout their lifecycle at your company. HR is responsible for driving an exceptional employee experience. Here’s why. A positive, progressive employee experience allows companies to create a compelling employer brand, elevate employee performance, increase engagement, and develop brand advocates â€" just to name a few. It’s a tall order. And it would be impossible to achieve without technology. Technology and the employee experience HR technology best practices have evolved over time to meet the needs of both the HR function and the employees themselves. Systems of record were replaced by systems of engagement. Tools that address the needs of HR gave way to those that address the needs of employees. And the focus of technology shifted from automating HR processes to improving them. How did we go from Excelware to on-premise talent management tools to best-of-breed cloud platforms that work seamlessly together? Rapid innovation in the HR tech space. These past few years, in particular, have seen a whirlwind of activity on the innovation front. In fact, Josh Bersin shared in his HR Technology Market 2019 report that the HR tech market grew 10% in 2018 alone â€" and for a billion dollar industry, that’s no small sum. All that innovation adds up to the development of technology where the employee experience is front and center. But not only is technology enabling it, but it’s also actually driving it. There are three big tech must-haves when it comes to delivering the experience that employees expect today. Technology must allow HR leaders to drive processes that are: Integrated is out, and connected is in. It’s not enough to integrate processes and data on the back end â€" today the front end is just as important. An example of this might be that employees see their peers’ goal achievement in their recognition feed. Or that when managers log into their performance management tool to start a check-in conversation, they see all their employee’s accomplishments, goal process, and peer feedback. A connected experience is a holistic experience and one that drives deeper engagement. Being mobile-friendly used to be the storyline, but today it’s having “Zero UI”. The future of work is meeting employees where they are, in the technology they’re in every day. Employees and managers are taking action from their email, Slack, Salesforce, or other communication channels that they live in and they expect the tools they use to be just as accessible. To have any sort of adoption, technology needs to be in the flow of work for employees and companies alike. Value-driven. Employees don’t want to be managed â€" they want to be coached and developed and recognized and respected. While they’re delivering value to an organization via their work, they expect value in return in the form of professional development opportunities and personal recognition. Technology can build this directly into the process today, for example, by giving managers suggested conversation starters for check-ins that focus on development. Or, by notifying employees every time they are recognized or when their accomplishment gets a “like” or comment from a peer. On the surface, it would appear that the pendulum of benefits has swung in favor of employees when it comes to technology. But really, it’s a win-win for the business as well. One study found that engaged teams have 41% less absenteeism and 59% less turnover â€" adding up to a 21% increase in business profitability. By optimizing your organization with technology that’s connected, seamless, and value-driven, HR can be the linchpin that creates a high-performing company culture and an engaged workforce that thrives in the marketplace. And who doesn’t want that? About the author: Paul Pellman is the CEO of Kazoo, the only people management solution that brings together Recognition Rewards, Continuous Performance Management, and Engagement Surveys in one easy-to-use platform. As a seasoned executive, Paul is committed to giving employees what they need to deeply engage in their work by fulfilling the company’s vision to create rewarding and purpose-filled workplaces. Paul holds a B.S. in accounting and finance from the University of Arizona and an MBA from Harvard University.

Do you worry that there are no jobs out there University of Manchester Careers Blog

Do you worry that there are no jobs out there University of Manchester Careers Blog Sometimes it can feel as though there just aren’t enough jobs out there to apply to, and this can be disheartening. However, it might not always be the reality, so  here are some suggestions for how to tackle this challenge. Are you using the right jobsites networks? Finding jobs in areas such as the media, the charities sector and the public sector can be quite different to job hunting in other areas. Some sectors have their own specialist jobsites and networks, and some make greater use of social media such as Twitter to spread the word. See the Which Career section of the Careers Service website for more detailed advice on how to adapt your job hunting, and see our networking tips for how to use social media and other networks in your job hunting. Graduate jobsites vs. general jobsites CareersLink is often the best place to start looking, as we advertise thousands of jobs aimed at University of Manchester students and graduates, some of which you won’t see elsewhere. General jobsites like Indeed, Monster and Total Jobs are not aimed at graduates so may not have the same range of vacancies specifically for you. Heres a useful list of other places to look: Finding graduate jobs Finding internships, placements and work experience Are your search criteria too narrow? If you are looking for a very specific role this can sometimes narrow your chances of finding a plentiful supply of vacancies, e.g. looking for graduates roles in Corporate Social Responsibility, or roles with the title ‘Project Manager’, which we rarely see advertised at graduate level. We suggest broadening your search to consider other opportunities, especially if your location is also a key consideration. Looking for a niche opportunity in a location where few of these roles are advertised means you are very likely to struggle. Contact the Careers Service for advice. Is it the right time of year? Some employers will advertise early in the academic year, or during specific times. Larger graduate recruiters may have a published date window for applications, you can see some of these listed on our  Finding Graduate Jobs  page. Some employers may recruit by word of mouth or promote their opportunities as and when they come available, which makes the timing hard to predict, so networking may prove a useful strategy to find out more and be in contact with the right people when opportunities do become available. Following them on social media or connecting on LinkedIn can be a good start. Degree grade requirements for the job If you feel there aren’t jobs because you didn’t get the desired degree result for some of these, see our advice on this topic below. While some employers look for a minimum degree grade (commonly a 2:1) not all employers request this, and your other qualities, skills and experience are very important. A 2:2 degree â€" triumph not tragedy Job hunting with a 2:2 Getting a Third Degree Hope these tips were useful. As a University of Manchester student or graduate, you can also contact us for advice, just call the Careers Service to book a Careers Guidance appointment on 0161 275 2829. Graduate Graduate jobs Internships Undergraduate Graduate jobs graduate schemes Internships job hunting summer internships

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Emerging Careers In Civil Engineering - CareerAlley

Emerging Careers In Civil Engineering - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. Civil engineering is a branch of engineering that focuses in construction of buildings, roads, bridges and such. Building structures has always been one of Mans finest achievements. From the great pyramids to the tallest building in the world today, Mans endeavor in the science of engineering made such wonders possible. Currently, civil engineering is one of the major careers any person can acquire and one of the highest paying jobs anyone can find. Having a career in Civil engineering can be a fulfilling one, especially with the high level of demand for such engineers in the market today. Geotechnical Engineers One of the emerging careers for civil engineering graduates today is becoming a geotechnical engineer. This type of engineering career focuses in investigating the behavior of soil and rocks in a construction site. They determine and investigate the properties of the soil and extract information needed to efficiently design foundations and structures for roads, houses, buildings and other construction projects. This type of engineers is in demand in areas prone to earthquakes, landslides and such. Because Geotechnical engineers focus on soil behavior, projects such as offshore platform construction and maintenance tend to rely heavily on such engineers. As this career focus on investigating the properties of soil and rocks, one has a chance of landing a career with oil companies and oil prospecting firms. Environmental Engineers Providing and designing solutions for environmental problems such as waste disposal and proper pollution management is the responsibility of environmental engineers. The main goal of this type of engineer is to develop the system and means to better protect the environment. With the growing population, providing efficient methods to contain pollution is of main concern. In many countries today, environmental engineers are employed to ensure the distribution of safe water supply and proper treatment of sewage. These kinds of engineers are also needed in providing efficient means for disposing chemical and toxic wastes from industrial companies, such as power plants, drilling firms, chemical manufacturing companies and pharmaceuticals. Transportation Engineers The exponential population growth in many countries signifies also a sharp increase in transportation needs. Providing the best means for providing this necessity is the main job of transportation engineers. This involves participating in providing systems and modes of transportation that is efficient and safe. Construction of public infrastructure such as roads, bridges and railways are also among the main responsibilities in a transportation engineering career. Railway, Airport, Marine and road engineers fall under this engineering career. Structural Engineers A career in Structural engineering involves making sure an edifice withstand natural and man-made forces, disasters and influences that may affect its structural integrity Ensuring the safety of bridges, roads, dams and other public structures is the main responsibility of this type of engineer. Structural engineers are also responsible for testing the behavior of construction materials under different conditions. This involves providing information on how materials react and behave when subjected to pressure, cold, heat and strain. It is one of the highly sought after types of engineer today and it can be a fulfilling career for a civil engineering graduate. Opportunities abroad are also vast, especially in countries under development. Computer knowledge: an important engineering add-on Having adequate and considerable knowledge in computers and programs used in creating engineering designs is extremely important especially if one wants to be successful in this career. As technology increases, computer skills are becoming a major requirement of many companies when employing engineers today. It is a wise and logical move to acquire a significant knowledge and training in using computer aided designing programs. An engineering career will be significantly improved if one successfully integrates a substantial amount of computer knowledge on his or her skill set. Author Bio William Stevens is a writer who creates informative articles in relation to technology. In this article, he describes a few careers in civil engineering and aims to encourage further study with a OU Masters in Civil Engineering. chbotVisit me on Facebook

Advantages of Hiring a Resume Writing Service

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