Saturday, August 18, 2012
What do I want? Learning about yourself
Monday, February 27, 2012
8 Top Qualities of Remarkable Employee Small/Big company
1. They ignore job descriptions - if the company is small. The smaller the company, the more important it is that employees can think on their feet, adapt quickly to shifting priorities, and do whatever it takes, regardless of role or position, to get things done.
When a key customer's project is in jeopardy, remarkable employees know without being told there's a problem and jump in without being asked—even if it's not their job.
They fully follow job description - if the company is big. The bigger the company the more important that employee follows all what his/her manager says without any deviation or creativity. In big companies people are hired for certain parts of the job to be done. It is your task to press the botton A all day, and somebody eles to clean keyboard. If they wanted you to clean keyboard, they would have hired you for that.
2. They’re eccentric... The best employees are often a little different: quirky, sometimes irreverent, even delighted to be unusual. They seem slightly odd, but in a really good way. Unusual personalities shake things up, make work more fun, and transform a plain-vanilla group into a team with flair and flavor.
People who aren't afraid to be different naturally stretch boundaries and challenge the status quo, and they often come up with the best ideas.
They act normal... If you start in big company (lets say bank) from entry position and you want to keep your job - be sure you are walking to the toilet the same way as the rest of the company does. Otherwise, you simply can get in trouble.
3. But they know when to dial it back. An unusual personality is a lot of fun... until it isn't. When a major challenge pops up or a situation gets stressful, the best employees stop expressing their individuality and fit seamlessly into the team.
Remarkable employees know when to play and when to be serious; when to be irreverent and when to conform; and when to challenge and when to back off. It’s a tough balance to strike, but a rare few can walk that fine line with ease.
4. They publicly praise... Praise from a boss feels good. Praise from a peer feels awesome, especially when you look up to that person.
Remarkable employees recognize the contributions of others, especially in group settings where the impact of their words is even greater.
5. And they privately complain. We all want employees to bring issues forward, but some problems are better handled in private. Great employees often get more latitude to bring up controversial subjects in a group setting because their performance allows greater freedom.
Remarkable employees come to you before or after a meeting to discuss a sensitive issue, knowing that bringing it up in a group setting could set off a firestorm.
6. They speak when others won’t. Some employees are hesitant to speak up in meetings. Some are even hesitant to speak up privately.
An employee once asked me a question about potential layoffs. After the meeting I said to him, “Why did you ask about that? You already know what's going on.” He said, “I do, but a lot of other people don't, and they're afraid to ask. I thought it would help if they heard the answer from you.”
Remarkable employees have an innate feel for the issues and concerns of those around them, and step up to ask questions or raise important issues when others hesitate.
7. They like to prove others wrong. Self-motivation often springs from a desire to show that doubters are wrong. The kid without a college degree or the woman who was told she didn't have leadership potential often possess a burning desire to prove other people wrong.
Education, intelligence, talent, and skill are important, but drive is critical. Remarkable employees are driven by something deeper and more personal than just the desire to do a good job.
8. They’re always looking. Some people are rarely satisfied (I mean that in a good way) and are constantly tinkering with something: Reworking a timeline, adjusting a process, tweaking a workflow.
Great employees follow processes. Remarkable employees find ways to make those processes even better, not only because they are expected to… but because they just can't help it.
and for the big companies = be sure that your manager knows what you are doing! Jumping above boss head could be costly, specially if it will come up that you are wrong...
When a key customer's project is in jeopardy, remarkable employees know without being told there's a problem and jump in without being asked—even if it's not their job.
They fully follow job description - if the company is big. The bigger the company the more important that employee follows all what his/her manager says without any deviation or creativity. In big companies people are hired for certain parts of the job to be done. It is your task to press the botton A all day, and somebody eles to clean keyboard. If they wanted you to clean keyboard, they would have hired you for that.
2. They’re eccentric... The best employees are often a little different: quirky, sometimes irreverent, even delighted to be unusual. They seem slightly odd, but in a really good way. Unusual personalities shake things up, make work more fun, and transform a plain-vanilla group into a team with flair and flavor.
People who aren't afraid to be different naturally stretch boundaries and challenge the status quo, and they often come up with the best ideas.
They act normal... If you start in big company (lets say bank) from entry position and you want to keep your job - be sure you are walking to the toilet the same way as the rest of the company does. Otherwise, you simply can get in trouble.
3. But they know when to dial it back. An unusual personality is a lot of fun... until it isn't. When a major challenge pops up or a situation gets stressful, the best employees stop expressing their individuality and fit seamlessly into the team.
Remarkable employees know when to play and when to be serious; when to be irreverent and when to conform; and when to challenge and when to back off. It’s a tough balance to strike, but a rare few can walk that fine line with ease.
4. They publicly praise... Praise from a boss feels good. Praise from a peer feels awesome, especially when you look up to that person.
Remarkable employees recognize the contributions of others, especially in group settings where the impact of their words is even greater.
5. And they privately complain. We all want employees to bring issues forward, but some problems are better handled in private. Great employees often get more latitude to bring up controversial subjects in a group setting because their performance allows greater freedom.
Remarkable employees come to you before or after a meeting to discuss a sensitive issue, knowing that bringing it up in a group setting could set off a firestorm.
6. They speak when others won’t. Some employees are hesitant to speak up in meetings. Some are even hesitant to speak up privately.
An employee once asked me a question about potential layoffs. After the meeting I said to him, “Why did you ask about that? You already know what's going on.” He said, “I do, but a lot of other people don't, and they're afraid to ask. I thought it would help if they heard the answer from you.”
Remarkable employees have an innate feel for the issues and concerns of those around them, and step up to ask questions or raise important issues when others hesitate.
7. They like to prove others wrong. Self-motivation often springs from a desire to show that doubters are wrong. The kid without a college degree or the woman who was told she didn't have leadership potential often possess a burning desire to prove other people wrong.
Education, intelligence, talent, and skill are important, but drive is critical. Remarkable employees are driven by something deeper and more personal than just the desire to do a good job.
8. They’re always looking. Some people are rarely satisfied (I mean that in a good way) and are constantly tinkering with something: Reworking a timeline, adjusting a process, tweaking a workflow.
Great employees follow processes. Remarkable employees find ways to make those processes even better, not only because they are expected to… but because they just can't help it.
and for the big companies = be sure that your manager knows what you are doing! Jumping above boss head could be costly, specially if it will come up that you are wrong...
Monday, January 23, 2012
SETH GODIN: If You're An Average Worker, You're Going Straight To The Bottom Read
The way we do business is changing fast and in order to keep up, your entire mentality about work has to change just as quickly.
Unfortunately, most people aren't adapting fast enough to this change in the workplace, says marketing guru Seth Godin in an interview with the Canadian talk show "George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight" (via Pragmatic Capitalism).
According to the founder of Squidoo.com and author or 13 books, the current "recession is a forever recession" because it's the end of the industrial age, which also means the end of the average worker.
"For 80 years, you got a job, you did what you were told and you retired," says the former vice president of direct marketing at Yahoo! People are raised on this idea that if they pay their taxes and do what they're told, there's some kind of safety net, or pension plan that's waiting for them. But the days when people were able to get above average pay for average work are over.
If you're the average person out there doing average work, there's going to be someone else out there doing the exact same thing as you, but cheaper. Now that the industrial economy is over, you should forget about doing things just because it's assigned to you, or "never mind the race to the top, you'll be racing to the bottom."
However, if you're different somehow and have made yourself unique, people will find you and pay you more, Godin says.
Instead of waiting around for someone to tell you that you matter, take your career into your own hands. In other words, don't wait for someone else to pick you and pick yourself! If you have a book, you don't need a publisher to approve you, you can publish it yourself. It's no longer about waiting for some big corporation to choose you. We've arrived at an age where you choose yourself.
Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/if-youre-an-average-worker-in-this-forever-recession-youre-going-straight-to-the-bottom-2012-1?utm_source=twbutton&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=warroom#ixzz1kJhofTkI
From http://www.businessinsider.com
Unfortunately, most people aren't adapting fast enough to this change in the workplace, says marketing guru Seth Godin in an interview with the Canadian talk show "George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight" (via Pragmatic Capitalism).
According to the founder of Squidoo.com and author or 13 books, the current "recession is a forever recession" because it's the end of the industrial age, which also means the end of the average worker.
"For 80 years, you got a job, you did what you were told and you retired," says the former vice president of direct marketing at Yahoo! People are raised on this idea that if they pay their taxes and do what they're told, there's some kind of safety net, or pension plan that's waiting for them. But the days when people were able to get above average pay for average work are over.
If you're the average person out there doing average work, there's going to be someone else out there doing the exact same thing as you, but cheaper. Now that the industrial economy is over, you should forget about doing things just because it's assigned to you, or "never mind the race to the top, you'll be racing to the bottom."
However, if you're different somehow and have made yourself unique, people will find you and pay you more, Godin says.
Instead of waiting around for someone to tell you that you matter, take your career into your own hands. In other words, don't wait for someone else to pick you and pick yourself! If you have a book, you don't need a publisher to approve you, you can publish it yourself. It's no longer about waiting for some big corporation to choose you. We've arrived at an age where you choose yourself.
Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/if-youre-an-average-worker-in-this-forever-recession-youre-going-straight-to-the-bottom-2012-1?utm_source=twbutton&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=warroom#ixzz1kJhofTkI
From http://www.businessinsider.com
Thursday, January 5, 2012
Power to do
Oh yes, work is not always a pleasure! Sometime you have to do what you have to do. What is not killing us making us stronger :) But seriously, often job is far from being the best one and always there are some disadvantages or minuses in work.
For me, the only way to get through is to know the purpose. Is what you are doing now going to get you where you want to be or not? However, most important - are you enjoying all the way!
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Just one more motivation video!
It really motivated me to try, do something, and change!
This can help not only to find a job, but could be much more useful in twisting the whole life experience!
This can help not only to find a job, but could be much more useful in twisting the whole life experience!
Talking about alternative ways to find job
Just wanted to share true life story of a person who used very unique approach in his job search. Lets call him Tim, only for the example sake.
Tim was looking for job. He applied through recruiters, but it didn't give him results he was aiming for. Eventually, he decided to address the job search problem creatively. He first selected 5-10 companies that he considered interesting and worthy of him. Tim found out information about directors, owners, and major directors names in the company through Linkedin. Further he created AdWord campaign though Google targeting those people's names (directors and hiring managers in companies he was interested in).
When those people went online and searched for their names they saw Tim's ad. In the ad text he promoted himself saying something like- looking for the best employee, contact me, and as a landing page he had blog post with his cv.
Very easy and creative. Tim eventually, got few good job offers and just choosed the one he liked the most :)
Good luck with your job search! Hope the tip was useful!
Tim was looking for job. He applied through recruiters, but it didn't give him results he was aiming for. Eventually, he decided to address the job search problem creatively. He first selected 5-10 companies that he considered interesting and worthy of him. Tim found out information about directors, owners, and major directors names in the company through Linkedin. Further he created AdWord campaign though Google targeting those people's names (directors and hiring managers in companies he was interested in).
When those people went online and searched for their names they saw Tim's ad. In the ad text he promoted himself saying something like- looking for the best employee, contact me, and as a landing page he had blog post with his cv.
Very easy and creative. Tim eventually, got few good job offers and just choosed the one he liked the most :)
Good luck with your job search! Hope the tip was useful!
Monday, July 25, 2011
List of adjective for writing CV
• Diligent
• Attentive
• Conscientious
• Consistent
• Organized
• Passionate
• Hard-working
• Determined
• Trustworthy
• Resolute
• Committed
• Loyal
• Skillful
• Self-starter
• Reliable
• Motivated
• Persistent
• Aggressive
• Enthusiastic
• Enterprising
• Professional
• Strong
• Easy going
• Reliable
• Exciting
• Proactive
• Productive
• Professional
• Achiever
• Active
• Cooperative
• Analytical
• Successful
• Team Player
• Passionate
• Customer-oriented
• Competitive
• Solid
• Responsible
• Results-driven
• Results-oriented
• Organized
• Leader
• Attentive
• Conscientious
• Consistent
• Organized
• Passionate
• Hard-working
• Determined
• Trustworthy
• Resolute
• Committed
• Loyal
• Skillful
• Self-starter
• Reliable
• Motivated
• Persistent
• Aggressive
• Enthusiastic
• Enterprising
• Professional
• Strong
• Easy going
• Reliable
• Exciting
• Proactive
• Productive
• Professional
• Achiever
• Active
• Cooperative
• Analytical
• Successful
• Team Player
• Passionate
• Customer-oriented
• Competitive
• Solid
• Responsible
• Results-driven
• Results-oriented
• Organized
• Leader
Monday, June 13, 2011
The best tips for CV that "sells"
Think about CV as about the product of the company called “YOU”. The same marketing principles when companies market their products apply when you are looking for a job. It doesn’t mean that you have to be marketing GURU to find a job. However, keep in mind following:
1) Choose area of your interest. Where would you like to work in first place? What job excites you and what skills you have to get that job?
2) Make a research. What employers are looking for in people? What expert’s CV in this industry looks like? What is existing demand in the industry?
3) Prepare CV. Think what future employer may be interested in. Do you have those qualities listed? What makes you stand out from others? Find out who might want to hire you and why? Create the most positive impression about yourself while still being truthful.
4) Make your CV look professional. It is important to be specific, use professional jargon, show numbers of your achievements or responsibilities, describe details when it is appropriate so that potential employer can judge that you are truly experienced, professional and have qualities he/she is looking for.
5) Choose the package. It is the most important thing in the whole CV creating process! Make sure that throughout CV 1) all font is the same 2) that you talk about experience in the same style (e.g. responsibilities/achievements, or only responsibilities, or without specification, etc) 3) that there is no grammar mistakes 4) that you are using nice and same layout.
6) Make it attractive. Don’t be afraid to use adjectives. Words like: strong, professional, solid, bright, confident, excellent, reliable, and other will give boost to your CV and will make it shine among others.
7) Product testing. Check if your CV is “buyable”. Give it to some of your friends to read and to provide you with feedback. You want to make sure that when your potential employer sees it he/she will know why you are applying and what qualities you have that suits the job best.
8) Sell your CV. Now it is time to act. Look for opportunities to “sell” your CV to your potential “customers”. Friends, Linkedin, Facebooks, Newspapers, FAS, companies open days, targeted/professional meetings, and etc. Choose companies you are interested in and contact them even prior to job opening!
9) Don’t give up. Unfortunately, you will receive rejections, no’s, and even no reply in large numbers. Don’t give up! Quantity and persistence WILL PAY OFF!
Monday, March 28, 2011
Stay or go - evaluate your job now
Have you lost that “loving” feeling?
You’ve survived the layoffs, cut wages, reorganizations and other company changes. You‘re stressed out, fed up and ready to bolt.
On the other hand, the economy is going nowhere, the analysts aren’t sure if we’re in recovery, recession or something in-between and you’re being told “you have a job, be happy.”
So, should you stay or leave? Before you make that critical career decision, take a deep breath, assess your situation and do a cost benefit analysis.
First, consider the reasons to stay. For example:
1. Relationships matter more than money.
You may think you can find a job that will pay you more, but you will be leaving behind a wealth of relationships. When weighing your options, don’t forget the value of the network, the friends and professional colleagues you have now.
2. You are doing well compared to your peers.
Research shows that many people under estimate their skills and their prospects and over estimate others. Take the time to do a realistic assessment of what you have to offer and its value in today’s marketplace.
3. The grass is not always greener.
People, who are desperate to get out of a job, tend to see potential opportunities only outside their company. They enthusiastically take a new job and then realize they’ve gone from the preverbal frying pan into the fire.
Now, consider the reasons to leave. For example:
1. Your relationship with your boss is damaged beyond repair.
You have tried to mend it but you’re getting stonewalled. Yes, she may be a jerk but she is the boss and in a power struggle, you will probably lose.
2. Your values are at odds with the culture.
For example, your company is hierarchical and you want more influence over your job. It’s very hard for one person to change a culture unless he’s the CEO or has been brought in to change things.
3. Your stress level is way off the charts.
It’s affecting your physical or mental health and your relationships with family and friends. You’re burnt out, burnt up and dread going to work.
So what will it be – stay or leave?
In looking at the reasons to stay and the reasons to leave, which will have the best impact on your personal and career satisfaction? What will provide you with the most benefit today? What about tomorrow?
You’ve survived the layoffs, cut wages, reorganizations and other company changes. You‘re stressed out, fed up and ready to bolt.
On the other hand, the economy is going nowhere, the analysts aren’t sure if we’re in recovery, recession or something in-between and you’re being told “you have a job, be happy.”
So, should you stay or leave? Before you make that critical career decision, take a deep breath, assess your situation and do a cost benefit analysis.
First, consider the reasons to stay. For example:
1. Relationships matter more than money.
You may think you can find a job that will pay you more, but you will be leaving behind a wealth of relationships. When weighing your options, don’t forget the value of the network, the friends and professional colleagues you have now.
2. You are doing well compared to your peers.
Research shows that many people under estimate their skills and their prospects and over estimate others. Take the time to do a realistic assessment of what you have to offer and its value in today’s marketplace.
3. The grass is not always greener.
People, who are desperate to get out of a job, tend to see potential opportunities only outside their company. They enthusiastically take a new job and then realize they’ve gone from the preverbal frying pan into the fire.
Now, consider the reasons to leave. For example:
1. Your relationship with your boss is damaged beyond repair.
You have tried to mend it but you’re getting stonewalled. Yes, she may be a jerk but she is the boss and in a power struggle, you will probably lose.
2. Your values are at odds with the culture.
For example, your company is hierarchical and you want more influence over your job. It’s very hard for one person to change a culture unless he’s the CEO or has been brought in to change things.
3. Your stress level is way off the charts.
It’s affecting your physical or mental health and your relationships with family and friends. You’re burnt out, burnt up and dread going to work.
So what will it be – stay or leave?
In looking at the reasons to stay and the reasons to leave, which will have the best impact on your personal and career satisfaction? What will provide you with the most benefit today? What about tomorrow?
Developing yourself for better career
In our chaotic lives filled with confusing messages from a plethora of competitors, a personal brand makes you impossible to ignore and prevents you from becoming a commodity like wheat, sugar or coffee beans. Commodities are bought and sold every day on the world market with their prices determined by supply and demand forces. The brand with the best perceived value has the advantage and achieves greater results.
The days are gone when you could just show up, do your work, and expect to get noticed. In our global economy, bright and brilliant people all over the world compete for the same positions. Many are willing to work for commodity like prices. Developing your "Me Inc." will brand yourself and create a distinctive value enabling you stand above your closest competitors. This is true whether you are an entrepreneur, a small or mid-size business owner, or an individual pushing for a promotion to the executive suite.
Personal branding is a natural aspect of how people evaluate one another. You don't need a master's degree in marketing to put it to work. Personal branding lets you control how other people perceive you. You're telling them what you stand for but in a way that's so organic and unobtrusive they think they've developed that perception all by themselves.
Personal branding, creating "Me Inc.," takes your skills, personality and unique characteristics and packages them into a powerful identity that increases your visibility in crowded markets. It starts with the way you walk, talk and dress and includes your education, profession, car, friends, and choice of neighborhoods. Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin has found a unique way to brand her physical appearance. She wears a colorful flower on the left side of her suit, creating a unique branding perception to that is easily recognizable.
Complete branding, however, is not just good grooming, polished shoes, the car you drive or how you present your business card. After these physical, outer branding characteristics, creating "Me Inc." moves to the heart and soul with attitudes & emotions. To more fully develop your brand:
Exhibit enthusiasm and a positive attitude
Demonstrate persistence and the ability to follow through and lock in commitments
Live with integrity and honor your commitments
Which of these branding virtues describes you? Did you realize that others can brand you as...negative or positive...as undependable or dependable?
After branding your physical appearance and your attitudes, move to the final step: your nature and brain. Accomplish this third step by distinguishing yourself by branding your innate talents, knowledge and skills.
Innate talents – What is easy for you? What do you like to do? What behavior when repeated seems to be executed like magic?
Knowledge – What do you know that could be branded?
Skills – What skills have you practiced over and over until the gap between potential and actual is hardly recognizable?
As an example, if you want to be a better sales professional, you need an innate talent for persuasion then in-depth product knowledge and a quiver filled with sales skills and techniques. Perfect your step three by practicing your skills whether selling your ideas inside or outside your organization and focus on your closing techniques. The good news is that which is practiced, improves. In summary:
Innate Talents + Knowledge Learned + Skills Practiced = More Complete Self Brand and Results
Creating "Me Inc." distinguishes and differentiates you and enables you to shine through the crowd of people vie for promotions or competing for the same customer. As you develop your brand and operate from deep inside, you will become a virtual magnet, pulling people to you who want to do business with you or who will be willing to give you more responsibility in your organization. Through this process, you catapult yourself into an elite league of achievers.
"If you work hard at your job, you'll make a living. If you work hard on yourself, you'll make a fortune." ~ Jim Rohn
The days are gone when you could just show up, do your work, and expect to get noticed. In our global economy, bright and brilliant people all over the world compete for the same positions. Many are willing to work for commodity like prices. Developing your "Me Inc." will brand yourself and create a distinctive value enabling you stand above your closest competitors. This is true whether you are an entrepreneur, a small or mid-size business owner, or an individual pushing for a promotion to the executive suite.
Personal branding is a natural aspect of how people evaluate one another. You don't need a master's degree in marketing to put it to work. Personal branding lets you control how other people perceive you. You're telling them what you stand for but in a way that's so organic and unobtrusive they think they've developed that perception all by themselves.
Personal branding, creating "Me Inc.," takes your skills, personality and unique characteristics and packages them into a powerful identity that increases your visibility in crowded markets. It starts with the way you walk, talk and dress and includes your education, profession, car, friends, and choice of neighborhoods. Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin has found a unique way to brand her physical appearance. She wears a colorful flower on the left side of her suit, creating a unique branding perception to that is easily recognizable.
Complete branding, however, is not just good grooming, polished shoes, the car you drive or how you present your business card. After these physical, outer branding characteristics, creating "Me Inc." moves to the heart and soul with attitudes & emotions. To more fully develop your brand:
Exhibit enthusiasm and a positive attitude
Demonstrate persistence and the ability to follow through and lock in commitments
Live with integrity and honor your commitments
Which of these branding virtues describes you? Did you realize that others can brand you as...negative or positive...as undependable or dependable?
After branding your physical appearance and your attitudes, move to the final step: your nature and brain. Accomplish this third step by distinguishing yourself by branding your innate talents, knowledge and skills.
Innate talents – What is easy for you? What do you like to do? What behavior when repeated seems to be executed like magic?
Knowledge – What do you know that could be branded?
Skills – What skills have you practiced over and over until the gap between potential and actual is hardly recognizable?
As an example, if you want to be a better sales professional, you need an innate talent for persuasion then in-depth product knowledge and a quiver filled with sales skills and techniques. Perfect your step three by practicing your skills whether selling your ideas inside or outside your organization and focus on your closing techniques. The good news is that which is practiced, improves. In summary:
Innate Talents + Knowledge Learned + Skills Practiced = More Complete Self Brand and Results
Creating "Me Inc." distinguishes and differentiates you and enables you to shine through the crowd of people vie for promotions or competing for the same customer. As you develop your brand and operate from deep inside, you will become a virtual magnet, pulling people to you who want to do business with you or who will be willing to give you more responsibility in your organization. Through this process, you catapult yourself into an elite league of achievers.
"If you work hard at your job, you'll make a living. If you work hard on yourself, you'll make a fortune." ~ Jim Rohn
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Financial situation
What to do to clear your debt
1. Don’t make the mistake of ignoring demand letters or phone calls from unsecured creditors. Contact them as soon as possible ideally by phone first. Even if this is just to say that you want to work out a suitable repayment plan.
2. Discuss every conceivable option to allow you to pay the minimum amount possible based on your income and expenditure.
3. Always, always ask them to temporarily freeze the interest and late repayment charges as they are adding to your loan and because of this it can affect your ability to pay what they are demanding. Negotiate!
4. Ask them not to issue any legal proceedings until every available option is looked into.
5. Be honest about your present circumstances and calculate exactly the amount you can afford to pay after you deduct household costs e.g. mortgage, utility bills, family groceries and children’s costs. You need to work out how much you can afford to repay towards your loans and you should distribute what you can afford evenly amongst them pro-rata to how much you owe.
6. If you have lost your job you may have to appoint a debt-management company to negotiate to allow you breathing space to clear the debt.
7. Keep a record of everything, including phone calls from both sides. Ideally write to the creditor after agreement is reached by phone to document discussions properly.
8.Don't just handle back keys on the property you cant afford any more. When a property is voluntarily surrendered, the borrower loses control over the sale, added to which the costs of sale (solicitors, auctioneers etc) are generally greater than if the borrower were trying to sell it him/herself. It is also likely that the lender will get less for the house. Thus, what you gain in not incurring legal fees, you may lose in other costs
1. Don’t make the mistake of ignoring demand letters or phone calls from unsecured creditors. Contact them as soon as possible ideally by phone first. Even if this is just to say that you want to work out a suitable repayment plan.
2. Discuss every conceivable option to allow you to pay the minimum amount possible based on your income and expenditure.
3. Always, always ask them to temporarily freeze the interest and late repayment charges as they are adding to your loan and because of this it can affect your ability to pay what they are demanding. Negotiate!
4. Ask them not to issue any legal proceedings until every available option is looked into.
5. Be honest about your present circumstances and calculate exactly the amount you can afford to pay after you deduct household costs e.g. mortgage, utility bills, family groceries and children’s costs. You need to work out how much you can afford to repay towards your loans and you should distribute what you can afford evenly amongst them pro-rata to how much you owe.
6. If you have lost your job you may have to appoint a debt-management company to negotiate to allow you breathing space to clear the debt.
7. Keep a record of everything, including phone calls from both sides. Ideally write to the creditor after agreement is reached by phone to document discussions properly.
8.Don't just handle back keys on the property you cant afford any more. When a property is voluntarily surrendered, the borrower loses control over the sale, added to which the costs of sale (solicitors, auctioneers etc) are generally greater than if the borrower were trying to sell it him/herself. It is also likely that the lender will get less for the house. Thus, what you gain in not incurring legal fees, you may lose in other costs
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Top 10 tips of facing redundancy
1) Come down, Stay positive. I have faced with redundancy myself couple years ago. It was very hard period of time for me. I didn’t know what to do, I could not find job, I was not sure weather I should change industry or keep on trying to see weather some job will come up…. Basically I was lost and depressed. However, I was trying to stay positive for most of time. As it helped me to come up with different ideas and approaches to find job. Finally I have found job! Besides employers may feel that you are desperate and may think you want job because you need it but not want it…
2) Turn to the government for help. Today there are lots of different programs that are offered by government to support those who are not employed and have been made redundant. Check what your government is offering and claim all possible benefits. That will help you to stay on the ground for the time being and will help to keep attitude positive.
3) Sort out your financial situation. Some people like me, can have mortgage or debt to pay off when been redundant. This situation in today economic crisis can be really scary. However, come down and don’t worry. Talk to your bank they definitely have experience dealing with things like this. Some of the options they can offer you are: restructure of your loan, give you loan free year, or decrease your down payment… More tips are you can find at label personal finance.
4) Talk to your legal advisor- not everyone may need it, however you want to make sure that all your rights are reserved, especially if you feel that there is something dodgy is going on.
5) Start looking for a job – there are many online websites right now that offer job search service,. Visit professional meetings, go for trainings, talk to Hr in companies you are interested in... Just start doing things you like to do or think you want to do. There are lots of people out there who put their passion into everyday work. Who knows you can be one of them…….
6) Consider starting education. If you cant find job straight away, probably education is your choice. There are many great options of education out there – online, courses, universities, master programs and other. Whether you want to receive it from government or from other sources check on continuing education tips
7) Take your time for yourself. Lots of people out there suggest traveling as much as you can. Enjoy your freedom. Personally I think it does not meter whether you go travel somewhere or simply stay home just take a time off to think about your life what is important and what you like/what to do in future
8) Develop social channels. While employed sometimes it is a choice between going for a beer with fiends or be able to start work in the morning next day. However, when you are redundant you have plenty of time for socializing. Communicate with your friends. Even more make new friends. Use redundancy as opportunity to broader your connection and maybe someone will recommend you for a job
9) Focus on result. Remember looking for a job it is full time job. Sometimes numbers (quantity of cv send) are important. All you need is to be in right place at right time. Don’t get upset if you receive no after no. You don’t know their motives for saying no and it is certainly should not stop you.
10) Take any job. If you are in real trouble you can take any job at the beginning just to keep you sound on the ground. However, don’t stop there, continue to look for something you will really enjoy.
Hope u will find job soon!
2) Turn to the government for help. Today there are lots of different programs that are offered by government to support those who are not employed and have been made redundant. Check what your government is offering and claim all possible benefits. That will help you to stay on the ground for the time being and will help to keep attitude positive.
3) Sort out your financial situation. Some people like me, can have mortgage or debt to pay off when been redundant. This situation in today economic crisis can be really scary. However, come down and don’t worry. Talk to your bank they definitely have experience dealing with things like this. Some of the options they can offer you are: restructure of your loan, give you loan free year, or decrease your down payment… More tips are you can find at label personal finance.
4) Talk to your legal advisor- not everyone may need it, however you want to make sure that all your rights are reserved, especially if you feel that there is something dodgy is going on.
5) Start looking for a job – there are many online websites right now that offer job search service,. Visit professional meetings, go for trainings, talk to Hr in companies you are interested in... Just start doing things you like to do or think you want to do. There are lots of people out there who put their passion into everyday work. Who knows you can be one of them…….
6) Consider starting education. If you cant find job straight away, probably education is your choice. There are many great options of education out there – online, courses, universities, master programs and other. Whether you want to receive it from government or from other sources check on continuing education tips
7) Take your time for yourself. Lots of people out there suggest traveling as much as you can. Enjoy your freedom. Personally I think it does not meter whether you go travel somewhere or simply stay home just take a time off to think about your life what is important and what you like/what to do in future
8) Develop social channels. While employed sometimes it is a choice between going for a beer with fiends or be able to start work in the morning next day. However, when you are redundant you have plenty of time for socializing. Communicate with your friends. Even more make new friends. Use redundancy as opportunity to broader your connection and maybe someone will recommend you for a job
9) Focus on result. Remember looking for a job it is full time job. Sometimes numbers (quantity of cv send) are important. All you need is to be in right place at right time. Don’t get upset if you receive no after no. You don’t know their motives for saying no and it is certainly should not stop you.
10) Take any job. If you are in real trouble you can take any job at the beginning just to keep you sound on the ground. However, don’t stop there, continue to look for something you will really enjoy.
Hope u will find job soon!
Monday, March 7, 2011
Types of unemployment/redundancy condition
What condition are you....
Getting creative?
Trying to calm down?
Hoping for the better?
Not worried, relaxed?
Freedom finally?
Cant get sober?
Crying for help?
You are really straggling, have problem with money and desperate for job?
Getting creative?
Trying to calm down?
Hoping for the better?
Not worried, relaxed?
Freedom finally?
Cant get sober?
Crying for help?
You are really straggling, have problem with money and desperate for job?
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Unemployment rate worldwide
Interesting to find out that the 10 countries with lowest unemployment rate in the world according to the statistic 2010 are:
10. Papa New Guinea - 1.90%
9. Cuba - 1.80%
8. Vanuatu - 1.70%
7. Liechtenstein - 1.50%
6. Faroe Islands - 1.40%
5. Guernsey - 0.90%
4. Azerbaijan - 0.80%
3. Qatar - 0.06%
2. Andorra - 0.00%
1. Monaco - 0.00%
Monaco is the ultimate tax haven for the rich and famous, known worldwide as a hangout for the playboys and superstars. This tiny city-state has a population of just 32965 and an area of just under 2 square kilometers! Wealthy foreign investors make up 84% of its population, with the countries main industry therefore considered 'tourism'. The city takes billions of dollars each year in its casinos, and also has a massive pier for luxury cruise liners and private yachts. Monaco levies zero income tax on individuals, thus most of the money in the country is brought in from outside sources.
I wonder how good statistic system in these countries?? :) Does anyone fancy migration?
Further reading on unemployment rate in 200 countries www.cia.gov
Source hubpages.com
10. Papa New Guinea - 1.90%
9. Cuba - 1.80%
8. Vanuatu - 1.70%
7. Liechtenstein - 1.50%
6. Faroe Islands - 1.40%
5. Guernsey - 0.90%
4. Azerbaijan - 0.80%
3. Qatar - 0.06%
2. Andorra - 0.00%
1. Monaco - 0.00%
Monaco is the ultimate tax haven for the rich and famous, known worldwide as a hangout for the playboys and superstars. This tiny city-state has a population of just 32965 and an area of just under 2 square kilometers! Wealthy foreign investors make up 84% of its population, with the countries main industry therefore considered 'tourism'. The city takes billions of dollars each year in its casinos, and also has a massive pier for luxury cruise liners and private yachts. Monaco levies zero income tax on individuals, thus most of the money in the country is brought in from outside sources.
I wonder how good statistic system in these countries?? :) Does anyone fancy migration?
Further reading on unemployment rate in 200 countries www.cia.gov
Source hubpages.com
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Redundancy what to do next
Bits about everything....
When people are:
· Been made redundant or
· Opted to take voluntary severance where offered
What next?
This might seem harsh in the current climate, but the rationale for this is simple, how we deal with what may be presented to us personally i.e. Redundancy, can determine our sense of well being, which contributes to our overall happiness and success in our lives. A plan is essential. Options are paramount.
Redundancy can either be a new beginning and a positive experience, or the end of what we know and very stressful, depending on how we deal with it.
There are a number of key factors when redundancy is presented, to consider before leaving your organization:
1. What is the difference between Redundancy & Voluntary Severance (VS)? – Redundancy/VS both mean essentially that a job/role is ‘at risk of redundancy’. When presented with VS, it normally means that most likely (if preferred) a person can remain employed by the same Company, but very often and most likely, in a different role but with the same terms and conditions i.e. the option to accept VS should be your choice (voluntary), however the role may not be your preferred one. It also often means that you will be offered more generous severance terms, than that offered under statutory redundancy.
2. Is Redundancy the only option? – in some companies redundancy may feel like the only option, and for some it is, but there are ways to retain jobs i.e. the Employment Subsidy Scheme, salary cuts, - you as an employee should be well informed on all options, particularly if you work for a small company – you may be able to help your company keep you employed!
3. I am being made Redundant - When do I have to leave? - when a person is being made redundant their employer must follow particular fair procedures, for example you must be afforded 2 weeks notice of your redundancy in the first instance as a minimum depending on your length of service, and on the date of your dismissal your redundancy payment.
4. What are my options now? – This is the key question, and what you do next will determine how you feel, and how you are in your life, as a result of being made redundant. In my experience there are a number of options, but it is crucially important that these options are thought through, and decided on ultimately by the person who has been affected by the redundancy i.e. not helpful friends of family. Ultimately this has to be your decision.
The options are as follows:
a. Look for work that have experience at or similar - Its usually better to try and work at what you know, and/or are trained to do
b. Upskill - This might be an opportunity to upskill – if it’s financially viable this could be your opportunity to do/study something you have always wanted to do but didn’t have the time!
c. Rebrand – what is your brand? What do you bring to an employer that sets you apart? There may be an opportunity to seek professional support with this in terms of you/your CV/interviewing skills. If you are lucky enough to get that interview you want to make sure you get the job!
d. Don’t dilute your proposition – don’t go to every employment agency in Ireland. Know your Brand and be represented accordingly
e. Mobility – are you mobile? There is work in other countries. Are you prepared to travel? If so is this your opportunity to take that ‘Gap Year’ you never did when you left school/College? Some employment agencies have offices in other countries and update you on any vacancies that they may have at the moment without having to travel at a cost.
f. Be prepared for a reduction in your overall remuneration package – this is not the same climate as it was even 12mths ago. It is important to know how much of a reduction you can afford. There is no point taking a job only to find you simply cannot afford to live on the salary offered. Conversely you need to be practical, and understand that this is an employer’s market with a lot of talent available, so you will most likely need to take a reduction.
g. Think outside the Box – this may mean taking a part time role Monday and supplementing it with other income or reviewing some of your other outgoings. Consider options other than the standard -Friday,9am-5pm jobs
h. Be Positive – this may seem like an obvious one, but the positive candidate brings energy into an interview and will be remembered. It also helps you to stay focused. You will get a job!
Finally, in many cases Redundancy/VS is an opportunity to be grasped. I have read articles more recently referring to ‘funemployment’ where those made redundant are secretly happy to be unemployed and enjoying the time out for now. Also, an important point to make is that while you may have lost your job, cost of living is reducing also.
However, Redundancy can also be very unsettling, where there are financial and family commitments particularly, it can be a very stressful time. People who are made redundant often refer to a sense of failure and loss of self esteem. Naturally, it is a blow especially if the job lost was the job of your dreams, BUT importantly, there are options, always! They may not in the first instance appear to be your 1st choice, but where there is a loss financially perhaps, in the first instance there may gain in other areas! For example, consider how busy we have all been over the last decade, complaining of no time – well maybe now we will have that time back, to give to what we always said was THE most important thing (family, friends) while we rushed to the next meeting!
Finally, to those of you who haven’t been made redundant, consider all your options, to stay ahead of any announcements or rationalisation plans your Company may be considering, and to those of you who have been made redundant or offered VS, consider this your new beginning and never the end….it is how you approach it, and your (many) options!
source:www.hrri.ie
When people are:
· Been made redundant or
· Opted to take voluntary severance where offered
What next?
This might seem harsh in the current climate, but the rationale for this is simple, how we deal with what may be presented to us personally i.e. Redundancy, can determine our sense of well being, which contributes to our overall happiness and success in our lives. A plan is essential. Options are paramount.
Redundancy can either be a new beginning and a positive experience, or the end of what we know and very stressful, depending on how we deal with it.
There are a number of key factors when redundancy is presented, to consider before leaving your organization:
1. What is the difference between Redundancy & Voluntary Severance (VS)? – Redundancy/VS both mean essentially that a job/role is ‘at risk of redundancy’. When presented with VS, it normally means that most likely (if preferred) a person can remain employed by the same Company, but very often and most likely, in a different role but with the same terms and conditions i.e. the option to accept VS should be your choice (voluntary), however the role may not be your preferred one. It also often means that you will be offered more generous severance terms, than that offered under statutory redundancy.
2. Is Redundancy the only option? – in some companies redundancy may feel like the only option, and for some it is, but there are ways to retain jobs i.e. the Employment Subsidy Scheme, salary cuts, - you as an employee should be well informed on all options, particularly if you work for a small company – you may be able to help your company keep you employed!
3. I am being made Redundant - When do I have to leave? - when a person is being made redundant their employer must follow particular fair procedures, for example you must be afforded 2 weeks notice of your redundancy in the first instance as a minimum depending on your length of service, and on the date of your dismissal your redundancy payment.
4. What are my options now? – This is the key question, and what you do next will determine how you feel, and how you are in your life, as a result of being made redundant. In my experience there are a number of options, but it is crucially important that these options are thought through, and decided on ultimately by the person who has been affected by the redundancy i.e. not helpful friends of family. Ultimately this has to be your decision.
The options are as follows:
a. Look for work that have experience at or similar - Its usually better to try and work at what you know, and/or are trained to do
b. Upskill - This might be an opportunity to upskill – if it’s financially viable this could be your opportunity to do/study something you have always wanted to do but didn’t have the time!
c. Rebrand – what is your brand? What do you bring to an employer that sets you apart? There may be an opportunity to seek professional support with this in terms of you/your CV/interviewing skills. If you are lucky enough to get that interview you want to make sure you get the job!
d. Don’t dilute your proposition – don’t go to every employment agency in Ireland. Know your Brand and be represented accordingly
e. Mobility – are you mobile? There is work in other countries. Are you prepared to travel? If so is this your opportunity to take that ‘Gap Year’ you never did when you left school/College? Some employment agencies have offices in other countries and update you on any vacancies that they may have at the moment without having to travel at a cost.
f. Be prepared for a reduction in your overall remuneration package – this is not the same climate as it was even 12mths ago. It is important to know how much of a reduction you can afford. There is no point taking a job only to find you simply cannot afford to live on the salary offered. Conversely you need to be practical, and understand that this is an employer’s market with a lot of talent available, so you will most likely need to take a reduction.
g. Think outside the Box – this may mean taking a part time role Monday and supplementing it with other income or reviewing some of your other outgoings. Consider options other than the standard -Friday,9am-5pm jobs
h. Be Positive – this may seem like an obvious one, but the positive candidate brings energy into an interview and will be remembered. It also helps you to stay focused. You will get a job!
Finally, in many cases Redundancy/VS is an opportunity to be grasped. I have read articles more recently referring to ‘funemployment’ where those made redundant are secretly happy to be unemployed and enjoying the time out for now. Also, an important point to make is that while you may have lost your job, cost of living is reducing also.
However, Redundancy can also be very unsettling, where there are financial and family commitments particularly, it can be a very stressful time. People who are made redundant often refer to a sense of failure and loss of self esteem. Naturally, it is a blow especially if the job lost was the job of your dreams, BUT importantly, there are options, always! They may not in the first instance appear to be your 1st choice, but where there is a loss financially perhaps, in the first instance there may gain in other areas! For example, consider how busy we have all been over the last decade, complaining of no time – well maybe now we will have that time back, to give to what we always said was THE most important thing (family, friends) while we rushed to the next meeting!
Finally, to those of you who haven’t been made redundant, consider all your options, to stay ahead of any announcements or rationalisation plans your Company may be considering, and to those of you who have been made redundant or offered VS, consider this your new beginning and never the end….it is how you approach it, and your (many) options!
source:www.hrri.ie
Monday, February 28, 2011
Dream job
I always envy people that know for 100% what they want to do in their life and what exactly turns him/her on. When I was made redundant I felt a bit lost for a good while. I could not identify for myself at that time – what is exactly I want to do career wise in future. I had some experience in my professional life so I could judge what I liked what I didn’t. However, my knowledge was not enough to answer my question – “what I want to do in future career wise”.
All that free time while redundant really set me on thinking about my future. I could not decide which path I should take and that was making me angry and stressed. To ease my pain I was looking through web trying to understand what profession may suit me
www.prospects.ac.uk
www.howtochooseacareer.com
I went further to see what profession I may suit:
www.humanmetrics.com
However, the real thing that helped me and set me going was an idea that came to my mind one day “Maybe, I worry too much about what to do instead of doing anything at all”. At the end I realized that I could not decide in advance what I want to do and where exactly I see myself in 5 years time. There are so many things that attracted me and I was changing my plans every day… Eventually, I decided simply to let it go and start doing some things that I could do and some things that were interesting for me to do at this particular moment of time. The search is yet to be finished, however I feel much more optimistic now. If I see position that I may like – I apply. If I see education program that I can afford and I am interested – I apply… Maybe, your dream career is waiting for you with the next CV you sent.
Thank you but no
If you are looking for a job for a while now you probably heard this a lot then : “Dear…. Your skills and qualifications are so great, you are definitely number one. However, you most certainly don’t suit this position. We will let you know if any openings will arise in future…”, and they never come back.
It is very hard to stay positive at most of the times while looking for a job when redundant, specially, when all you hear is constant and loud “thank you, but NO”. Continuous anticipation of rejection can lead to the false believing that there is something wrong with you or your personality. Be sure it is not true! There is nothing wrong with you or with your personality. There 100 mil small details that may or may not influence your interview or CV screen check such as: today mood of HR persons, weather, or something as complicated as your nails or your knowledge in comparison to theirs.
I would like to share with you few examples from my personal or stories that I heard:
1) I passed successfully 3 stages of very difficult interview to big corporation. However, something went wrong and I was rejected on the fourth stage. I called HR asking to find our more details. That is what she said: “You are very good for the job. You have strong profile, etc. However, manager of this particular department feel you would not suit this job in his department. Again, you are very good for the job, but not for this department…” The only way I could interpret this – it was something personal that lady, who was interviewing me didn’t like. In fact HR called me later to ask me to go through interview to the same company, same job, but different department.
2) My friend was looking for new person along with his boss to his team. There were official requirements to the job, however, manager of the department had his own extra criteria that candidate had to match. It was need to be a man (because there were all girls in the department, so boss wanted to mix the crowd) and he need to support manager’s favorite football team. In fact new person was not as strongly skilled as some (females and males) candidates; however, boss is a boss.
3) One of the lad, who passed interview very successfully was on his way out from the office. When secretary asked him “which of the jackets is yours” he said “the one that is the best one”. Of course, guy was just joking. Unfortunately, potential employer didn’t share his scenes of humor and rejected him.
4) I passed one interview to the company of my dream, and thought I was getting closer…. However, they didn’t call me back again. As I found out later they decided don’t hire new person and just transferred work to different country.
Looking for a job it is hard process weather you have been made redundant, or simply can’t find job you like. Don’t get disappointed in yourself when you start to receive all those NO from potential employers. Because you never know all reasons for rejection, there is no point to blame yourself. Being rejected at interview or on CV screen it is just part of the process. The more you send CV the higher chance you have to win lotto called “new job”.
Please share how are you facing NO.
It is very hard to stay positive at most of the times while looking for a job when redundant, specially, when all you hear is constant and loud “thank you, but NO”. Continuous anticipation of rejection can lead to the false believing that there is something wrong with you or your personality. Be sure it is not true! There is nothing wrong with you or with your personality. There 100 mil small details that may or may not influence your interview or CV screen check such as: today mood of HR persons, weather, or something as complicated as your nails or your knowledge in comparison to theirs.
I would like to share with you few examples from my personal or stories that I heard:
1) I passed successfully 3 stages of very difficult interview to big corporation. However, something went wrong and I was rejected on the fourth stage. I called HR asking to find our more details. That is what she said: “You are very good for the job. You have strong profile, etc. However, manager of this particular department feel you would not suit this job in his department. Again, you are very good for the job, but not for this department…” The only way I could interpret this – it was something personal that lady, who was interviewing me didn’t like. In fact HR called me later to ask me to go through interview to the same company, same job, but different department.
2) My friend was looking for new person along with his boss to his team. There were official requirements to the job, however, manager of the department had his own extra criteria that candidate had to match. It was need to be a man (because there were all girls in the department, so boss wanted to mix the crowd) and he need to support manager’s favorite football team. In fact new person was not as strongly skilled as some (females and males) candidates; however, boss is a boss.
3) One of the lad, who passed interview very successfully was on his way out from the office. When secretary asked him “which of the jackets is yours” he said “the one that is the best one”. Of course, guy was just joking. Unfortunately, potential employer didn’t share his scenes of humor and rejected him.
4) I passed one interview to the company of my dream, and thought I was getting closer…. However, they didn’t call me back again. As I found out later they decided don’t hire new person and just transferred work to different country.
Looking for a job it is hard process weather you have been made redundant, or simply can’t find job you like. Don’t get disappointed in yourself when you start to receive all those NO from potential employers. Because you never know all reasons for rejection, there is no point to blame yourself. Being rejected at interview or on CV screen it is just part of the process. The more you send CV the higher chance you have to win lotto called “new job”.
Please share how are you facing NO.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
The hardest interview in my life
I have experience of being interviewed as well as interviewing. Usually the process is straight forward – there is set of standard questions that normally asked, you simply prepare the best possible answers and make sure to cover it all in interview. Of course, there are some tricky questions as “what is your biggest disadvantage? Or why do you think we should hire you?” Answers for those questions should be found in the job description itself. Basically your task is to show your potential employer that you suit job perfectly. At the final stage of interview process it will all come down to weather you have established connection with your potential employer or not.
However, my last interview to one of the IT Company was the most difficult interview in my life. The difficulty was that employer built up questions from my answers and was looking for more and more details on every statement I was making. At the end of the day I didn’t get a job, I am not sure what the reason was exactly. Nevertheless, there are few key points that I picked up from that experience:
1) Be prepared! Even though I did my homework before interview there were some tricky questions like: what you want to do in 5 years? Why you want to do it? What do you think this job will involve? What expectation you will have from that job?....
2) When you are answering question make sure that you are answering true and you would be able to explain any detail of your answer. For example: I did training on one of the sales techniques and the question was please describe what this technique all about. Because training was nearly 4 years ago, I barely remember about it. In this case it is up to you weather you want to go along and try to remember and explain or just simply say – Sorry it was so long time ago, I simply don’t remember- which is also good option.
3) Don’t say too much, simply answer the question. If you will go in too broader answer you are risking ending up with too many questions that could be difficult to answer.
4) Try answering in sort of directive/navigate way – to make sure you are asked questions you want to answer. This is very hard to do on practice, however with lots of preparation possible. For example: I was doing training on one of the sales techniques few years ago and remember perfectly what it was about. Even more, I finished it with distinction. It is a good time to mention that I finished training and end result was marked. Be sure, question – what was your grade will follow, that will give you extra opportunity to shine!
I absolutely encourage you t o share your interview experience! Just write me...
However, my last interview to one of the IT Company was the most difficult interview in my life. The difficulty was that employer built up questions from my answers and was looking for more and more details on every statement I was making. At the end of the day I didn’t get a job, I am not sure what the reason was exactly. Nevertheless, there are few key points that I picked up from that experience:
1) Be prepared! Even though I did my homework before interview there were some tricky questions like: what you want to do in 5 years? Why you want to do it? What do you think this job will involve? What expectation you will have from that job?....
2) When you are answering question make sure that you are answering true and you would be able to explain any detail of your answer. For example: I did training on one of the sales techniques and the question was please describe what this technique all about. Because training was nearly 4 years ago, I barely remember about it. In this case it is up to you weather you want to go along and try to remember and explain or just simply say – Sorry it was so long time ago, I simply don’t remember- which is also good option.
3) Don’t say too much, simply answer the question. If you will go in too broader answer you are risking ending up with too many questions that could be difficult to answer.
4) Try answering in sort of directive/navigate way – to make sure you are asked questions you want to answer. This is very hard to do on practice, however with lots of preparation possible. For example: I was doing training on one of the sales techniques few years ago and remember perfectly what it was about. Even more, I finished it with distinction. It is a good time to mention that I finished training and end result was marked. Be sure, question – what was your grade will follow, that will give you extra opportunity to shine!
I absolutely encourage you t o share your interview experience! Just write me...
Thursday, February 10, 2011
“Get creative” – from unemployed that is earning money
Here is true story from friend of a friend. Lorraine is 28 years old. She was working as HR in one of the small companies in Ireland until last year she was made redundant. Now being unemployed, Lorraine started to look for something new. One day she saw this course about making jewelry, got interested, and started to do it for money. It is not very expensive and time consuming to do. Jewelry she is making unique and nice. As the distributors Lorraine is using her friends, who simply bring made jewelry at work and sell it to the fellow co- workers.
Unfortunately, it is not big money at the moment. However, she is making enough to keep her going and happy. There is always a room for enlargement and improvement in this industry!
Unfortunately, it is not big money at the moment. However, she is making enough to keep her going and happy. There is always a room for enlargement and improvement in this industry!
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