Learning to Code Programming

Learning to Code Programming Home career Learning to Code : ProgrammingcareerTechnologyLearning to Code : ProgrammingBy Loveleen Chaudhari - September 30, 20188510Facebook Programming can be defined as a process of designing (or writing, in simpler terms) an executable computer program for accomplishing a particular task, whatever that may be. If you are new to programming (let’s just say coding) and wish to learn how to code, you may be overwhelmed by the sheer amount of information on programming languages, code editors, frameworks, or even IDEs (Integrated Development Environments) and you feel  â€"It is an insurmountable taskYou don’t know where to startThere is an availability of too many courses on the internet, hence the paralyzing fearYou are unaware of HOW to startIt may turn out to be not one of your strong suitsHowever, considering everyone within the range of the opposite sides of the  â€˜programmer’ spectrum,  from the mediocre to the top-brass at programming, they all started off the sam e way : by trial and error, making mistakes along the way, learning from them and improving by taking one step at a time (even if it involves taking one step further and two back : yes, this will happen quite a lot).That being said, learning to code shouldn’t be feared and one must be an avid learner to move forward. Consider this article as a short and succinct guide to some tips for taking your baby steps towards Computer Programming.Some Advice: Contents hide 1 Some Advice: 1.1 Choosing a Programming Language 1.2 Picking good learning resources 1.3 Maintaining a journal 1.4 Practice a LOT 1.5 Working on projects, including Open-Source 1.6 Getting help 2 Some more advice: 2.1 Do not expect yourself to know everything 2.2 Learning from programming videos 2.3 Write Clean Code 2.4 Don’t give up Choosing a Programming LanguagePick a language on the basis of which field (or domain) of programming you are interested in. You could pick any language to learn the fundamentals (semantics or basics, for the want of a better term), but if you wish to go further than that (suppose if you are learning to code to work in the field later), then you will initially (for a certain time period) need to stick to one language, especially the one which is mainly used in the domain you have an eye on. For example â€"Game Development ( C#, JavaScript, Boo (These are available for Unity, a popular Game Engine), C++)Mobile Development (Swift (iOS), Java (Android))Data Science, Data Mining, Analytics (R, Python, SQL)Windows Development (C#)Embedded Systems, or OS (Operating Systems) related work ( C/C++)Front â€" end Development ( CSS, HTML, Javascript)Back â€" end Development ( Python, PHP, Javascript)MacOS (Swift)NOTE : some of the examples given above are exactly as they are stated to be, examples only, and of some of the popular languages used. These are only a few suggestions, not to be taken as concrete and unalterable advice. There are a plethora of languages involved in the programming world, and one must do their research accordingly   to decide whichever language they would prefer to choose to embark upon their learning journey.Also, check with the respective company that you are hoping to work with (considering you are learning to code to get a job later) and find out the languages they require.In a nutshell, picking a language very much depends on what you wish to do with it. So choose wisely.Picking good learning resources There are innumerable number of resources out there on the internet which may help you on your learning journey. A majority of the resources pertain to the following categories â€"VideosBooksOnline (and also offline) CoursesTutorials (on websites and quite a few blogs)However, as the number of resources are many, the number of resources which only claim to help (but don’t necessarily do so) are also of a large number. So, it is of utmost importance to make sure that the resource you depend upon to le arn coding is efficient, veritable, and helpful, lest you waste time on it only to realize you need to start again from scratch.NOTE : Just because a particular resource requires you to pay a fee doesn’t necessarily mean that it is useful. There are plenty of amazing resource materials out there which are free of cost, and you can definitely find them with a bit of research.Maintaining a journal Practice a convention of noting down whatever you have learned for the day (or week). It helps to process the information you have received, and can also function as a helping hand in reviewing what you have learned. Moreover, you can go back to review if you have taken a break from programming for a short time, and reviewing becomes easier as it is written in the way that only you have understood the concept.It would be better to make a soft-copy of the notes than on paper as searching through the notes becomes easier to do so. All the same, sticking to whichever works for you is best for the long run.    Practice a LOTQuite a lot of practice is required to even write basic code. One needs to practice (i.e. get their hands dirty in the code) regularly to make significant progress. For example, practicing for an hour everyday is much more beneficial and sensible to do so than working on your coding skills for 7 hours straight on one day, say a weekend. Practice on different kinds of problems pertaining to learning the basics, and once you get the gist of it, branch out slowly onto more complex programming concepts, such as Graph Theory, Dynamic Programming, etc.Working on projects, including Open-Source Once you have developed basic skills, you need to develop them further to actually learn to create something (a useful application) with those skills. Work on projects to further hone your skills to learn to create something that can be used in real-life.Also, working on open-source projects on GitHub is a very useful method to learn. Many companies require potential candidates to have prerequisite knowledge on how to use GitHub , so knowing beforehand and actually having relevant experience in working on it gives your resume a boost when you are applying for a software-related job.  Getting help Even the most experienced programmers use Google when they get stuck on a particular programming problem (finding a solution on Google is a skill in itself!). Do not hesitate to ask for help, in person or online. The internet has many alternatives from which you may seek help â€"StackoverflowCode.orgHackerrankCodingDojoAnd many more exist. Before asking a question on a forum, make sure that such a question has not been asked before and answered as well. The possibility of this, especially when you have only begun to learn programming is negligible. Preventing the repetition of questions on a forum helps keep it neat and concise, something you will appreciate when you are a full-fledged programmer.Some people (programmers with decades of experience) on o nline coding websites do offer to mentor (for free) some people who have a genuine interest in programming and who show substantial potential. However, in the event that you do find such a person, do not trouble them with questions for which answers can easily (or with a little effort) be found on the internet. Having a mentor is a privilege, and it would be highly unfortunate to lose them by asking trivial questions.NOTE : Always be kind and on these forums, and do not engage in petty fights. It may result in you getting banned.      Some more advice:  Do not expect yourself to know everything Initially, you may see lots of interesting concepts of programming which you may add to your list of goals (things you wish to learn or work upon). As a newbie, your sense of time will be skewed. The amount of time you think it will take you to learn that particular concept will be much lesser than the actual time it will take. Learning to code takes time. Try not to burden yourself with too many things at once, (remember, small steps) or else you will be overwhelmed by everything and be faced with a feeling of despondency. (Also, a potential candidate for a coding job interview isn’t expected to know everything.) Start will smaller goals, and try not to spread yourself thin.Learning from programming videosLearning from online video tutorials is helpful, but only watching them without getting your hands dirty in the code isn’t particularly so. You may understand how the code works and how it has been implemented, and feel that you will be able to write a piece of code after that and herein lies the conundrum. The moment you sit down in front of your PC and begin to type in your code, that when you (a newbie) realizes that no matter how much you wrack your brain, it is exceedingly difficult for you to come up with anything, in spite of thoroughly understanding the concept in the video. Watch the videos if you get stuck with something while you have already begun to code. Variegating the kinds of videos you watch will also help you understand your learning style.Write Clean CodeIf you plan on working in the software industry later on (or even work on open-source projects), it is very important to make it a habit to write clean code. Unlike the days of learning, you will be working with a myriad of people in a group on software. Hence, it is absolutely essential to write clean and properly structured code so that when your work is viewed by someone else (and it surely will), the person will face less issues in trying to make sense of what is written. Avoiding duplication of logic, hard coding (you will understand what all this is when you actually start coding on a regular basis) will save time and effort in the long run.Don’t give up You will fail a lot along the way, and may even be tempted to give up. Do not allow rejection to do so, and keep trying. If something is not working out in spite of you having tried many times, perhaps you may ne ed to go for a different approach. Yes, programming is scary, and it is hard. Whosoever says that it is easy isn’t every knowledgeable when it comes to programming . Self- teaching requires you to have sufficient determination. It is NOT easy.Take a break for a while if you have coded to the point of exhaustion. A little break may be just what you need to give yourself a boost before you can start again. Focus on other non-coding activities in your life as well (you surely will have those) in order to take a break.Good luck! TAGScodingcomputerEducationengineeringprogrammingsoftware

Financial Advisor Resume Sample - What Should Be Included?

Financial Advisor Resume Sample - What Should Be Included?There are many people who are looking for a financial advisor resume sample. But the problem is that they find themselves in a situation where they can not find such material easily, or even at all.The first thing you need to do is make a quick search and find out if there are any professional resume writing service providers or companies online. You can also look through some newspaper listings for employment opportunities for financial advisors, but make sure you ask for the reference of the company you have chosen. It is better to hire a company that has a proven track record rather than those that do not.If you really want to have a professional resume writing service for your job application, then you will be given a copy of the material that you have written. This will include all the details of the client's qualifications and work experience. You will also get valuable information about the market trends that the compan y adheres to and so on.A good financial advisor resume sample should include a reference number of the company you are applying for. This is important because most of the time, this is a company that you can contact to verify whether they are authentic or not. One more advantage of having this reference number is that you can get it quickly after you send the resume as well.A good thing to do for those who are looking for a financial advisor resume sample is to select a well-known company that is in demand in the market. For instance, if you are applying for a job with a large company, then you can search for their websites online. You can also ask your close friends and family members to recommend them to you.Remember that a good financial advisor resume sample should focus on the main points that you want to convey to your prospective employer. For instance, you should have an account of the job description of the job opening you are applying for. This will help you build a nice r esume in the right way, which will certainly grab the attention of the reader.Do not overdo your financial advisor resume sample because this will also attract negative attention from your prospective employer. This kind of resume can not only be used by you, but also by other financial advisors. So, do not worry if you forget something, there is always another chance to add something.For more jobs, and more money, go online today and create a job application for yourself. Get a free quote for your new job today!

How to Turn an Awesome Idea into a Business

How to Turn an Awesome Idea into a Business The following is a guest post by Heather McDowell.  Her bio follows.  â€œIt tickles.” That’s what my son said to me the first time he tried sparkling water. He loved it, and I liked that choice for him since it was the only sugar-free drink he liked. That was the beginning of Tickle Water, the first all-natural, sugar-free sparkling water for kids. I didn’t know anything about the beverage industry. So, it was really just a thoughtâ€"not even an idea, but I couldn’t get it out of my head. The idea has since evolvedâ€"and that’s the important part: Success depends on a willingness to follow your project where it wants to go. As for my project, we quickly realized that adults liked Tickle Water, so we dropped our tagline, “Fizz for Kids” to make it an easier purchase for that demographic. But the mission stayed the same: provide a healthy alternative to sugary drinks. Use Everything You Know I spent many years in the hospitality business â€" as a waitress, bartender, as well as working on experiential marketing projects. Those experiences helped me develop a feel for what people like to eat and drink, what it looks like when a brand starts to click with people, the way trends start. Just prior to starting Tickle Water, I had finished an eight-year stint managing the International bid department for a timepiece auction house that held auctions around the world. Having never even been to a live auction, I had to learn on the job. That experience gave me the confidence to learn about the beverage industry. To be honest, I took a leap of faith into the beverage business. I really do think starting your own thing, especially if it’s something a little different, requires that leap of faith. I did that when I got into the auction business, and so I consider “good at leaps of faith” to be one of my bankable skill sets. Attention to detail, organization, planning, and communication skills were invaluable. I got them from my work in the auction world where everything happens in real time. One error can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars in that line of work. You have to start wherever you are with the tools you know. Take a careful inventory of the skills and experience that you can bring to bear in the pursuit of success, and then use them. Stay in Learning Mode and Get a Mentor!  Do your homework. Ask a lot of questions, and hire people who can help you where you need it most. Raising capital can be a challenge, especially for female entrepreneurs. Stick to it. Mentorship has been invaluable to me, both personally and professionally and when it comes to my work the two are definitely intermingled. I met my mentors at industry events and classes that I signed up to learn what I needed to know about the beverage business before I got in too deep. My two cents: Go meet the talent (call them, write, ask people out for coffee or drinks or a meal), and treat your business mentors like friends and guides, not the competition! Another pro tip: Make friends with people working on their own start-ups. Being part of a community has helped me survive doubts and concerns, pivot when needed, and celebrate accomplishments big and small. Let the stories that your fellow travelers and mentors tell you inform the way you meet the challenges of starting your venture. Be Ready When it starts working, make sure you’ve a got a hand on the throttle. Go too fast, and you can quickly get sunk in rough water. Do what you can do, and be careful not to overreach. It’s a tough balanceâ€"and you don’t have to get it right all the time. Growth requires a lot of attention to detail and the books. Tickle Water has gone from a one-woman operation to now having seven employees, and a growing presence at stores and online retailers. We launched with a small natural distributor in New York in May 2016, and Tickle Water is now available in more than 350 stores throughout the northeast as well as online and nationally in select stores. A new distribution deal that we just inked will spread the brand farther down the east coast. While quick growth has its challenges, bear in mind that it doesn’t always happen. Sometimes an idea needs time to find its niche. Be patient. Whatever your idea is, you’re banking on a change in the way people do something, or what they wear or eat or what they choose to drink, and that takes time. Bottom line: If you believe in your idea, go for it. Keep pushing. Follow your gut. Women’s intuition is a powerful tool. Use it and trust yourself.   Finally, don’t be too self-critical.   Know that there will be failures, but that doesn’t mean YOU failed. It may just mean you find a better way. Heathers Bio: Heather McDowell is the founder and CEO of Tickle Water, a brand of naturally flavored sparkling water designed for kids. A New York-based entrepreneur, Heather launched the company to provide a fun but healthy, sugar-free, preservative-free beverage choice for families. Before building Tickle Water, she worked with different organizations in the food, beverage and luxury goods industries, providing marketing and management consulting. For ten years, she managed the auctions for Antiquorum, a prestigious auction house specializing in timepieces.   Heather is a longstanding fitness and nutrition advocate, using her business platform to communicate the value of healthy lifestyles for people of all ages, including kids. She has a BA in Spanish and a minor in Fine Arts from Westmont College, in Santa Barbara, CA. Heather lives in New York with her husband and son, the original inspiration for Tickle Water.

What To Do If You Feel Stuck in a Job You Hate

What To Do If You Feel Stuck in a Job You Hate Today I am sharing an interview I just did with Wehelpwomen.com.  Wehelpwomen.com is a national online resource for all women in transition, provided by Fresh Start Womens Foundation.    This month on their site, they are featuring my free get unstuck training series at getmycareerunstuck.com.  This is a free training series and a free webinar that I did last fall that is stil available for anyone to download and listen to! Here is the interview: Question 1: Hello Anna we are so excited to have links to your excellent webinars on how to get your career unstuck on our website this month!   From your experience what would be your words of encouragement to a woman who finds herself stuck in her current job, feeling unfulfilled and frustrated? The first step is learning how to understand you better so that you have a meaningful and truly fulfilling professional life.     That is the first thing you need to do.   You start with this and this is why most people jump into jobs they hate because they miss this very important step!   You need to assess your own unique personality will help you learn how you relate to other people, what kind of environments you are most comfortable in and how you manage, persuade and work with others. It took years for me to finally figure out that applying to jobs online didn’t work because I needed to understand myself better first.   And as soon as I did that, that dream job just starting popping up left and right.   Eventually, I didn’t even have to apply for jobs because those jobs would just come to me. It took me a long time to figure out but I realized the simple tool of learning more about myself through networking and self-assessment.   Knowing myself better has helped me nail interviews so much more than before when I was shy, introverted and had no idea what I wanted to do with my life. Question 2: Did you ever find yourself stuck in a job and if so what did you do about it? In the past I use to live a double life â€" working a day job I hated and then coming home and being a “job applicant” after work and on weekends. I know first hand how tough the job market is and how long it can take to find that next career opportunity.   I was totally stuck and didn’t know how to get out.   I didn’t even know or care what jobs I applied to, all I knew is that I needed to get out! I applied to 20 or so jobs and didn’t hear back from 1 until I started doing my job search differently and focusing on MYSELF first, rather than just applying to any old job on the internet and waiting for them to call me back.   I also know how scary networking is especially because I am an introvert.   I literally would get so scared with nervousness to go to networking events and then I would totally back out at the last minute and go home instead.   I didn’t know what to say to people and I wasn’t confident in myself and what I had to offer. I then learned strategies on how to get more confident and how to give a great introduction and elevator pitch that now has people coming to me at networking events and I don’t even miss a beat!   I am still an introvert but going to events and talking to people in interviews is not scary anymore, I actually enjoy it now.   So I know what it is like to be stuck and know that you need a change but not know what to do about it. I knew I was meant to do greater things AND love my life more.   I mean this wasn’t where I imagined!   I even went back to school and got my MBA thinking that would change my job position after a few years.   Well, no new job magically appeared with the MBA title after my name.   Why? Because I put no effort into networking and job searching during business school because I was so dang busy!   It wasn’t until after I graduated that I finally put time into understanding myself and adding networking with people to my job search who helped me figure out what direction I wanted to go into and how to get there.   One thing I did learn is this, if you learn more about yourself and believe in yourself, there is something that inside you that is greater than any obstacle ahead. So after a few years of a lot of hard work understanding myself better and talking to people during my networking challenges where each month I would meet 4 people I didn’t know and 4 people I did know, I learned a lot, got focused, and got clear on the direction that I wanted to head.   I now love what I do everyday and get to do what I am passionate about AND work that fits my personality, my interests and my motivations.   So understanding yourself better and networking are the key.   That dream career is really out there for you if that’s what you are ready for. Question 3: Sometimes it is taking the first step that can be the hardest â€" what might be some of the practical first steps that our readers could take to make a positive change in their career, starting today? Informational Interviews: Informational interviews are when you ask a professional in the industry you want to go into 10-15 questions about your career before you get into it. I cant tell you enough how important informational interviews are.   I did a lot of informational interviews when I was in college and I am so glad I did because it made me realize what careers I didn’t want. I did an informational interview with a lawyer and discovered that it was not the right career fit for me. So much better than spending time and dollars going to law school and then discovering I hated law!   It is so much better to learn if you like a profession before going into it.   Informational interviews can  help you get  your foot in the door of a future job.   The company may not have openings right now but if you make a good impression, they will think of you first when  an opening becomes available.  You can also download my free ebook about informational interviews by signing up at freecareertoolkit.com. Question 4: At Fresh Start Women’s Foundation we focus on job readiness, supporting women to develop key skills that will enable them to gain employment and make positive steps forward in their career â€" what would be your advice be to a Fresh Start women who is stuck in a job where she is underpaid, underappreciated, and unhappy? Just take action. Do something small everyday. Make sure you do something besides staying miserable in a role that you hate.   Life is too short to be miserable. Don’t think that there is anything that you can’t do.   If you have a dream or big scary goal, just put a plan in place and start talking to the people that are already in that position you want to be in. It’s amazing how doors will start opening once you set your mind to do something and start telling people about it. Thank you so much for your time today Anna â€" these tips and your insight will be invaluable to our readers! Remember to download Annas free get unstuck training series at getmycareerunstuck.com. Are you stuck in a job you hate?  If so, what did you learn from this interview?

A Divider Line Between Your Work Experience Sections

A Divider Line Between Your Work Experience SectionsIf you are a newcomer to resume writing, then you must know that a resume should contain a divider line between its sections. This is a guideline to readers, and it makes sure that the lines of text remain distinct. However, not all divisions are made equal.It is as if you were to divide a document into a dozen pages. You will divide the beginning of the document into a header and a body. The first section should contain your full name and some personal information. Next would be your title and your organization or position, such as secretary. A section above this, known as the introduction, serves as a summary of your qualifications.A good resume includes a number of chapters. The chapter titles in resumes are separated by a designated space and should have a section that lists all of the chapters present in the resume. In most cases, the resume should contain one chapter, or at the very least, one extended list of chapters.You can put together three or more separated categories in your resume. Your resume writer, however, should focus on the most important category and then proceed to the next one. However, keep in mind that each section and each category may have an end point. Therefore, you should not use more than one line for each section.Specializing in organizational positions, such as assistant manager, is another way to divide your work experience into sections. All the relevant information should be listed. Any relevant awards, certificates, degrees, and other notable accomplishments should be listed in one, larger section of the resume.Some resume writers use a paper pattern for their resumes. However, you should avoid this method when possible. Paper resumes require more paper for filling and folding, and the end result can be a lot messier.In resume writing, a single paragraph or a list of accomplishments is not enough. The resume should be rich in information and offer readers reasons why you ar e the right person for the job. At the end of the resume, readers want to know why you are the best person for the job.This principle applies not only to resume writing but to all forms of business writing. If you are writing a cover letter, therefore, you must ensure that your information is presented in the most effective way possible.

Should You Hire Help to Grow Your Instagram Reach CareerMetis.com

Should You Hire Help to Grow Your Instagram Reachâ€" CareerMetis.com There are many things you can do to boost your Instagram reach, with hiring help at the top of the list. This may be something you have fought against in the past, but that doesn’t mean you should go down the same path in the future. There are many reasons to hire help, and once you understand them, it may be something you decide to do.The first thing you need to do is decide what type of help you are looking for. Maybeyou want to hire a social media managerfor your staff full-time. Perhaps you decide to bring a full-service marketing agency into the mix. Or maybe you want to buy Instagram followersto give your social media strategy a boost.evalThe key to success is that your goals align with your hiring approach. For example, if you want to grow your Instagram reach, you need to find the help that allows you to do just that. This is the best way to ensure that you are spending your time and money wisely.So, with all of that in mind, here are a few questions to ask if you are think ing about hiring help to grow your Instagram reach:1) What Goals Have You Set for Yourself, Both in the Short and Long Term?You don’t want to hire help if you don’t know what they can do for you. And even if you do know what they can do for you, it’s critical that their skill set aligns with the short and long term goals you have set for yourself.Make a list of all your goals, share them with anyone you want to hire and see what they think. For example, if your goal is to grow your audienceas quickly as possible, you may want to work with a growth agency that sells likes and followers.And if you don’t have any goals in place just yet, something is wrong. You need to think this through before you do anything else.2) What is the Current State of Your Instagram Account? Are you just getting Started or Do you already have an established account?The type of help you hire is based largely on the current state of your Instagram account. For instance, there is a big difference betwe en someone who has been using Instagram for a few days and someone who has been using the platform for a few years.evalThe state of your account will have a lot to do with the goals that you’ve set, which also affects who you hire.If you don’t fully understand the current state of your Instagram account, review it in great detail. It may take some time to get a feel for where it stands, but that’s better than not knowing and hoping for the best as you make key decisions in the future.3) How Will You Measure Your Success?As cited by ViralRace, you can’t hire someone or an agency without any idea of how you are going to measure their success. Doing this sets both of you up for failure, and that is nothing more than a waste of time and money.The way you measure success depends on factors such as the goals you have set, your niche, and how much you have accomplished in the past.evalTip: share your goals and how you will measure success with the people you speak with. This will a llow them to provide feedback and ensure that you are on the same page in regards to what you are thinking.4) How Much Money Are You Able to Spend to Grow Your Instagram Reach?You want to grow your Instagram reach in a hurry, but you soon find that doing so is easier said than done. And then you realize that you are able to accelerate growth if you purchase followers.If you have money to spend, you need to think about how to get the most bang for your buck. If you don’t do this, you could be throwing money out the window and that’s not going to do you any favors. Be careful with how you spend your money, as this allows you to stretch every dollar to its max.5) Do You Have the Time and Desire to Manage the Help that You Hire?It sounds like a great idea to hire help. It sounds like the perfect way to grow your reachwithout having to do all the work yourself. And while this is true, you need to keep something else in mind: it’s a lot of hard work, too.If you don’t have the time and desire to manage the help you hire, it’ll backfire on you soon enough. There will come a point when you realize that you are in over your head, and when that happens you’ll begin to look for ways out.Before you make a hire, get a better idea of what it will require in regards to resources. Also, talk to the person to see if they are able to work independently or require a lot of input.If you think that you can hire someone and do nothing else, you are probably wrong. The good thing is that as you work together longer, you’ll get used to each other. And that will eventually result in time savings for you.Final ThoughtsSo, there you have it. If you answer these questions, you will better understand the ways you can hire to help grow your Instagram reach.evalOnce you find the right person or a marketing agency, you can rely on them to assist you during this stage of your Instagram growth. And hopefully, you find a way to work together in the long run.Do you have any experien ce hiring for help with your Instagram account? Did you make a good choice, or would you have rather spent the money in a different manner?Share your experiences with this in the comment section below.

Go check out jiibe - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Go check out jiibe - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog I previously blogged about jiibe, a really cool site that lets you discover the corporate culture most likely to make you happy at work. You answer a few questions (at least 14, but the more you answer, the more accurate your results) and the site can then tell you how well you match the culture in your current workplace and also make some suggestions for where you might fit in even better. Give jiibe a whirl their test is fun and simple and the results can be pretty revealing :o) Full disclosure: While we may do some work together in the future, jiibe are not paying me to advertise for them I just really, really like their concept :o) Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related

A Job Search Is Stressful For Everyone

A Job Search Is Stressful For Everyone If you have been out of work for a while, then you know just how stressful a job search can be. It seems as if you apply over and over for weeks on end and still not an interview in site. One thing to remember, it is very stressful, but at the same time make sure you are doing everything you can for it to be different. If what you are presently doing is simply not working, change it up. Sit down and think about what you could do differently. Perhaps its searching for jobs in a different field altogether. Or maybe for some, you are simply not applying to enough jobs in a weeks time. I know that some will not understand this but there are those who only apply to one job a week. At that rate, in these economic times, you will never find a job. Take a look at your resume. If you are applying for an executive position, does your resume reflect that? If your resume is more generic, then you will want to spice your resume up. In other words, your resume must reflect your jobs skills. If not, hiring managers will not look twice at a generic resume for an executive position. There are a number of ways to transform a regular resume into a professional or executive resume. If necessary, look at a few resume samples for some ideas. So, sit down and think about what you need to change. There is no telling how long the job market will stay down and you just may not have the time to wait it out.