Turn your Workplace into a Talent Magnet (abbr.)

Turn your Workplace into a Talent Magnet (abbr.)Turn your Workplace into a Talent Magnet (abbr.)Turn your Workplace into a Talent Magnet (abbr.)Attachment Talent Magnetism Webinar Slides Talent Magnetism Chapter Download Talent Magnetism Webinar RecordingNoteYoull need Adobe Reader to view the PDF file above.Download Adobe Reader.Tuesday, February 18th, 2014Is this the year your company will attract and keep the best talent? Or will 2014 be the year that top talent stays away and your fruchtwein valuable employees walk out the door?During this lively hour-long webinar, Roberta shares easy-to-apply techniques from her new book, Talent Magnetism How to Build a Workplace That Attracts and Keep the Best. Youll come away with fresh ideas on how to create a magnetic workplace that fosters innovation and fuels growth.Download the presentation anddownloada 10-page print out from Robertas latest book,Talent Magnetism.About the PresenterRoberta MatusonAuthor and President of Matuson Consultin gRoberta Chinsky Matuson, president of Matuson Consulting and best-selling author of Suddenly in Charge, has helped leaders in Fortune 500 as well as small and medium-size geschftslebenes achieve dramatic growth and market leadership through the maximization of talent. She is frequently quoted in business publications and is a top-ranking blogger for Fast Company and Forbes, and is a talent expert for Staples.com and Monster. She is one of a handful of people who have appeared as a guest of Bill OReillys on Foxs OReilly Factor and left the show unscathed.mora from Roberta onrecruiting and retaining top talentVideo Recruit a Deeper Talent PoolVideo Calculating the Cost of a Hiring MistakeHow to Conduct an Interview and Impress Top CandidatesTo view the abbreviated version of the video and transcript, please visithttp//hiring.monster.com/hr/hr-best-practices/small-business/archived-webinars/monster-talent-magnetism-webinar.aspxWebinar Transcript Turn your Workplace into a Talent Magne t (abbreviated)Welcome to this on Demand webinar, which will help you turn your small business into a talent magnet. Im Roberta Matuson, President of Matuson Consulting, and author of the book Talent Magnetism. Ive helped many businesses maximize their talent, including many small business owners.One topic that Ive heard many employers express concern about lately is their ability to find and retain top talent, or what I call talent magnetism. Perhaps thats a concern for your business?We want to take ten minutes of your time today. We know youre busy, but if you take a few minutes, I know youll come away with some great ideas to maximize your talent. Youll also learn how to turn your work place into a talent magnet, a place that attracts and retains the people you need to help your business succeed.I binnensee many signs that have led me to conclude that 2014 will be the year of the talent poach. In fact, talent magnetism is an issue that companies of all sizes are experiencing and some companies are managing quite well. So, when I look at this whole concept of talent magnetism, I see that so many companies even small businesses are focusing only on attracting top talents. I look at it and say, Well, whats the point of pulling in great people if you cant keep them? Well learn how to do that over the next few minutes.Many of the companies that you see on this list are quite large, like Google and Disney. Even smaller companies that you may not have heard of are finding ways to connect with the hearts and souls of their employees. They are doing so with limited resources. Take QRSTs, a small business thats based in Somerville, Massachusetts. Business owner Peter Rinnig has found a way to become quite magnetic. He offers his employees some unique benefits including the ability to take time off, to tour with their band, and then come back and continue their jobs. Hes found a way to really engage the heart and soul of his people, and guess what? It doesnt cost him a dime. You dont have to break the bank to engage and retain talented people. Just think a little bit differently.The talent pool today has really changed, and the companies that I listed on the slide prior to this one really get that. Im going to encourage you to really forget what you know, because its a whole new game right now. Youve got to throw your recession mentality out the door, meaning you have to stop trying to buy people on sale. In other words, you have to stop offering them less money than theyre really worth, because if you do get them, theyre going to be leaving sooner than you think. This reign of indentured servitude is gone. People are no longer willing to work sixty, seventy hours a week and have no pay raises, you know, for years. The one thing I want you to understand when you step away from todays webinar is that these are the new rules. The people in the game are a little bit different than they were prior to the recession. If its been awhile since youve loo ked for talent, you have to understand the new rules. Im going to go through this new talent pool that has come to light.As weve grown up, many of us have played the board game called the Game of Life. The new version is actually called the Game of Life Zapped, and I think thats how a lot of us feel when were trying to maneuver through different generations in our workplaces. If we look at the new players today, we have four different groups. We have the Millennials, who are also known as in richtung Y. This is a group that wants you to really convince them that their work will be worth their time. Thats your job. Theyre not just going to come work for you they want to know that is worth their while.Then we have the mid-career employees. They have been working really hard for a number of years, and many havent seen any promotions. They want to know that theyre next in line if their promotion is available. Then weve got the off-rampers, or people who are re-entering the workforce. Pe rhaps their families are grown, up or they are no longer caring for their family members. They have a lot of skills that are very transferable, and they want you to understand that. They can do a lot of different things. Then we have the mature workers, or the individuals who are heading towards retirement. There are many of these people, and they still have a lot to offer.No matter what somebodys age or experience is, todays job seekers share the same values. They want to feel empowered. They want to have a sense of purpose. Why are they coming to work every day? They need to know that. They want to work in an organization where there are high levels of trust. If you tend to micromanage, thats something that you need to look at, because they want to know that you believe that they can get the job done without a lot of direction. This means that they have to have some clarity around their roles and what their responsibilities are, with none of this shooting from the hip thing. They also want to be recognized and rewarded for their efforts. Who wouldnt? They want to work for great managers. If youve ever had the experience of working for a great manager, youd know why that was so important. As a business owner, how can you cultivate your own talent magnetism? Think like a talent magnet. This means keeping your end result in mind and thinking about the kind of people youre trying to attract. Then, know what you need to do to attract them. For example, if you are a small business owner and your business is a professional tafelgeschirrs firm, then the types of people that youre looking to attract are most likely very different from the small business owner who owns a retail store. Thats why its really important to know what youre looking for and the kinds of people that will be the most successful in your organization. Along with that, you have to think about what of kind of perks would really attract those people. For example, life insurance may be a very inexpen sive benefit to offer. It might be highly valued by mature workers, but for your twenty-something employees, its probably not that appealing.I also want to talk about developing magnetic leaders, because for many of you, youre a one-person show. How do you do that when youre in charge of everything? How do you devote the time and energy to become this great leader? Well, listening to webinars like todays session is just a great way to be more magnetic and to understand what you, as a leader, need to do. Most importantly, though, you need to demonstrate every day the way you want your people to act. Keep that in mind, and dont try to be everything to everyone. If you see that youre trying to attract everyone, what will wind up happening is that you wont attract anyone. You will be plain vanilla.Why does any of this even matter in your business? Its because we see that theres a great link between workers and customers. I cant remember the last time I experienced great service at a pla ce where employees appeared to be disengaged. In fact, the other day I was in a retail store trying to find an item. There were plenty of people there to help, but they werent interested in helping me. They were too busy helping each other figure out how to avoid having to work the Sunday shift. I can compare this to another experience, when I checked in at a boutique hotel chain. Its a very small business, and I love this chain. I am always taken care of as soon as I walk in. Im greeted, and Im offered an early check-in, a room upgrade, and keys to the complimentary mini bar, without ever even asking. I spoke to the president of this hotel chain about my experience, and she wasnt surprised at all. She said, A hotel is nothing more than a building with beds. We treat our employees the way wed like them to treat our guests. Well, that explains why she has to turn away talented applicants every time she opens a new hotel.So you know when youre thinking why you should bother to engage people? Its all about connection. For many of the businesses, the reason people do business with small business owners is because of the relationships. You all have the ability to keep promises, and people dont have to go up ten levels to get satisfaction. Theres a lot of value here.I want to talk about what holds companies back. I want you to think about, how your business is doing as a talent magnet. I want you to be honest. If your company struggles to compete for top talent, ask yourself whats holding you back. I often hear people say, We dont have the resources we dont have the money. The good news is it doesnt take a lot of money to attract top talent. Its easy to think that its an employers market out there when it comes to recruiting talent. That might have been true a few years ago, but the economy has shifted. Many of todays job seekers, particularly those with top skills, have multiple options.Perhaps your company suffers from what I call low self esteem. Instead of wonde ring why anybody would want to work for you, what if instead you asked yourself why anyone would want to work here. Then come up with all the great reasons why somebody would want to work for your organization. I bet if you think about it, there are many more reasons than just three. On the other hand, Ive seen companies assume that great people will want to work for them, even while theyre losing a lot of talent. How do you really know what your employees are thinking? Dont assume ask. Whatever your companys position is now, this is the time to improve your talent magnetism. Rather than waiting until your top employee hands you his or her resignation, I recommend taking preventative action now. We have at the employee resource center an employee retention assessment tool. It will allow you to get a very good handle on what your employees are thinking. You can also do annual employee engagement surveys. The cost to do this has come down substantially, so dont assume that its out of your budget right now. Be sure to make course corrections. Whenever I work with clients and we do surveys, nine out of ten times they say, You know, I already knew this. If you already know that you have some poor managers in place, now is the time to take action and replace those lousy managers before you need to replace your superstars who have just left them.Another way to combat employee turnover is to schedule what I call stay interviews with your workers. Thats where you get a group of people together, which you can do either formally, over breakfast in your office or in a lunch room, or informally, in the parking lot or in the hall. Ask people one question How are you doing? Then, let them answer, and really, really listen. This will provide you with a great opportunity to prevent your best employees from leaving.Here are your next moves. Print out the talent magnetism assessment form and complete it. Id also like to recommend that you always have business cards on hand, and give them out when you experience great service. Get off your smartphone and pay attention to those around you. At your daughters soccer game, theres lots of great talent sitting in those bleachers and watching those games. If you dont take your head out of your phone, youre never going to see it. So, interact and get to know those people.Speaking of which, I highly recommend getting involved in your community, so that you are top of mind when others are asked to recommend great employers. Make it a point to speak at local association meetings, and make the time to help those in need of a job, even if you dont have an opportunity right now. You can bet theyll return the favor. Who knows, they may even become a customer. Id also like to offer you a complimentary employee retention assessment tool, which will help you as you try and work on your magnetism.My contact information is also on the slide. Please email me, and Im happy to provide that to you. Id like to thank you for listeni ng to this on Demand webinar. If you want to know more about how your company can become a talent magnet, this is the resource center. Take some time to explore products and services that will help you find and retain better talent.

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Fundamentals of Engineering Exam More Accessible

Fundamentals of Engineering Exam More Accessible Fundamentals of Engineering Exam More Accessible Fundamentals of Engineering Exam More AccessibleThe engineering profession is so diverse and multi-disciplinary that your career could take a number of professional paths. Why would you want to take the Fundamentals of Engineering or FE exam during your senior year or right after you graduate? I welches told that my understanding of engineering was at its highest right out of school, said Allison Case, Ph.D., E.I.T, University of Texas at Dallas, Bioengineering Faculty. I didnt know what I would be doing, I wanted to give myself the option to sit for the Professional Engineering Exam (PE). Also because hardly any early career engineer knows for sure what they will want to do in five years or where their opportunities might take them its prudent to take it at a time in their life when they are most likely to pass it with minimal effort. So just before you step out into your career the FE exam may be a right step for you.The FE exam is a stepping stone and a requirement to get a PE license. The decision to take the FE exam usually comes during the senior year at a university or shortly after graduation. Some undergraduate engineering programs require taking the FE before graduation. I graduated from one of the few programs in the country that includes passing the FE as a condition of graduation (University of Tennessee-Martin), said Jennifer Cooper, RCP Inc., Project Engineer, and ASME Board on Career Development Member. I think its important for all graduating seniors and early career engineers to take the FE exam as it is the first step to obtaining a PE License. Even if youre not required to take the FE, by taking the exam close to graduation the information will be fresh in your mind.But most people pursue with the intent to get a PE License. In addition to providing for public safety, a PE License can be asset to ones career, and you never know how your career d evelops, said Jennifer Cooper. Paul Glanville, Senior Engineer, Building Energy Efficiency, Gas Technology Institute sought becoming a licensed PE due to his field of research, energy efficiency in buildings.He said, I believe being licensed has helped me in working with external partners in industry groups like ASHRAE and was a factor in a promotion I got not too long after passing the exam. As an Early Career Engineer, having a PE is very helpful in establishing credibility with older, more experienced engineers too.When you pass the FE exam youre considered an Engineer-In-Training. Each state is different, therefore, you would need to check with your state licensing boards on specific requirements. Then with some years of work experience you can apply to take the PE exam which would be helpful in your career and/or if you have an entrepreneurial spirit with ideas to start your own engineering practice.There are other benefits for taking the FE exam. Even though I went into manufa cturing after I graduated and I did not think I would need a Professional Engineering License, I kept track of projects and engineering contacts. Jobs changed and people moved, as I did and I found myself in a different industry where a PE would be beneficial. I already had some of the requirements in place by having taken the FE as I graduated and keeping track of my experience, said Jennifer Cooper.NCEES has made it easier and more convenient for engineering students/graduates to take the FE exam in a recent announcement the FE exam will be administered through a computer-based testing platform at approved Pearson VUE testing Centers. We are excited that computer-based testing for the FE and FS is under way and that all of our preparation leading up to the conversion has been successful, said Jerry Carter, NCEES Chief Executive Officer. The transition to computer-based testing is a positive step forward for NCEES.The FE exam covers 7 different engineering disciplines including the FE Mechanical. The new testing format allows individuals to schedule their exam anytime and at any Pearson VUE testing location during 4 set testing windows January-February, April-May, July-August, and October-November. Previously, the exam was only available twice a year in April and October. Test takers also receive their results in 7-10 days. For more details visit ncees.org/exams.

Experienced Coaches, Trainers and Scouts Resume Template 2018s Top Format

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Turn Job Rejection into Opportunity

Turn Job Rejection into Opportunity Turn Job Rejection into Opportunity Turn Job Rejection into Opportunityby Susan P. JoyceYouve received the dreaded thank-you-for-your-interest-but... letter, and you really wanted that job. Maybe you were the number 2 or number 3 candidate.Close, but no cigar. DangWhat now? Move on to the next opportunity, right? Of course. But first...Try turning that rejection letter on its head Convert it into an opportunity. Maybe.Send a Thank You NoteHopefully you wrote thank you notes to the interviewers after the job interviews. (Right?) So, IF you really liked the people and the organization and would want to be considered when another opportunity opens there, send a nice thank you note to the hiring manager, the recruiter, and everyone else who was in the interview process.A Thank You Note? For a Rejection? YesAt this point, what do you really have to lose?Theyve already offered the job to someone else and probably gotten an acceptance. But that person may change their mind and never start the job. Or that person may take the job but prove to be unsatisfactory. It happens more often than you think.So, what does the employer do when they face this situation? They groan, roll their eyes, and take another look at the applicants who almost got the job. Why? Because they really dont want to start from scratch, post the job, review the resumes, schedule interviews, spend time in meetings discussing the job and the candidates, etc.Filling a job takes an employer a lot of time and energy. Staff time for interviews plus the cost of posting the job, etc. is expensive for most employers. So, if the new employee failed quickly, they may reach back to the almost-hired list to see who is available. If the new employee stayed a while before they failed (or left), a new job may be posted, but you might have an inside track IF they have a positive impression of you.What to WriteThis is where your thank you notes come in handy. It reminds them of you (nicely) because you included the following elements in your noteThank you for letting you know the outcome of the search, even though they didnt choose you.Thank you for the time, courtesy, and consideration shown you during the interview process. (Hopefully true)Express your disappointment in not getting the job.Express your appreciation for the opportunity to learn about the organization and meet the people working there.Reiterate of your continued interest in working in their organization.Request that they get in touch with you for the next time a job is opened.Thank you notes are rare. And, a thank you for a rejection is so unusual that they can be very effective, possibly bumping you up from number two or number three to number one on the almost-hired list.Bottom LineA thank you note after a rejection will really stand out. The probability that it will pay off may be less than 5%, but that probability may show a higher return on the investment of your time than any other job s earch action you take that day, and it wont take much time to do.Susan P. Joyce is a Visiting Scholar at the MIT Sloan School of Management, and is editor ofJob-Hunt.organdWorkCoachCafe.com.Reprinted by permission from CareerCast.com, 2014 Adicio Inc. All rights reserved.

The Basic Facts of Words to Use on Resume

The Basic Facts of Words to Use on Resume The Principles of Words to Use on Resume That You Can Learn From Starting Right Away Expert Stay away from the term expert, if you dont truly are, states Bensusen. If youre applying for work, I am assuming that youre hard-working and that you have goals, you dont have to place them on your resume, Case states. In reality, if you would like to occupy in work in the health care field, youll need to use different action words than a man or woman who is aims at work in the sales sector. You always wish to set yourself aside from the remaining portion of the applicants as long as its for the proper reasons. Again, experience is something which happens to youelend what you achieve. If you have lots of social work experience, you should think about utilizing an expert summary. Finding the Best Words to Use on Resume There are a couple kinds of resume keywords. Furthermore, theres an vorkaufsrecht for them to add pages to the website. Now yo u should find out the resume keywords and phrases utilized for your intended position. The keywords will catch their eye in order that they know where to search for the information that they want and your probability of selection is dramatically improved Hiring agencies will search for certain terms in your resume to make certain that you have the experience theyre seeking. Jobs continue to attract a lot more applicants than busy hiring departments have the opportunity to interview. Resumes should demonstrate what you could do and not what you cant do, states Harrison. The Ultimate Approach for Words to Use on Resume Importance of Resume wording Resume wording is a significant aspect to take into account when constructing a resume. When writing your job descriptions you need to be cautious in regards to the word tense. You must always steer clear from vague and not as impactful words. Be certain to be thoughtful once you use action verbs. Resume action verbs may have a const ructive and memorable effect on the readers memory. Its fine to leave in a couple of the previous verbs. The most suitable action verbs also get rid of the demand for adverbs, and in some instances, adjectives. Finding Words to Use on Resume If you get a wide selection of technical abilities, however, your abilities may wind up being precisely what gets you hired. If you would like your resume to be among the top rated for each position, you must tailor your abilities and experience to every opportunity. Your experience should address every essential qualification in the job announcement. Finding out how to prepare a keyword-rich resume that makes the the majority of your abilities and experiences increase your opportunity of receiving an interview and hopefully work The access to the net and the many on-line recruiting platforms provides many choices for employers and job seekers. If youre trying hard to think of any, you can attempt employing the job descriptions of ads insi de your industry, along with looking at LinkedIn profiles of folks working in similar roles. Whenever you arent responding to a particular opportunity, which demands a customized resume tailored for that particular opportunity, you should design your resume to satisfy the requirements of the internet and job board search engines. In some instances, it can happen that the recruiters dont have extensive knowledge in your area. How to Find Words to Use on Resume on the Web Whatever the accomplishment or duty youre attempting to show off, there are a few power verbs that are relevant. Depending on the essence of the job, it may be any variety of words or word combinations that indicate you might have the abilities and experience required for the job. In any event, provide enough context to reveal the effect. If your language is the exact same as everyone elses, it is going to be difficult for you to stand out. The resume wording ought to be employer-oriented so he knows what you c ould do for him. Superior wording may be the difference between obtaining a fantastic reply and receiving no response for people carrying out job searches. The direction you express yourself is as vital as the information that you attempt to convey. Theres also a control for uploading images to be utilized in the rich text editor. If youre applying for work in communications, its extremely important to use action words. For example, if you submit an application for a Chinese-English interpreting job, you have to be fluent in both languages otherwise you would not really qualify for the position. What Words to Use on Resume Is - and What it Is Not You may also copy and paste lots of job descriptions into a Word Cloud generator such as Wordle to recognize the most often mentioned terms. Take a look at the above list and be prepared to make the resume more exciting. So now you know precisely what you will be writing about, lets get into the particulars of how to really fill ou t that application. You will never know who might be searching online and come calling Get the Scoop on Words to Use on Resume Before Youre Too Late With low unemployment and several jobs open, employers are ever looking for good folks to employ. Stating a statistic of business growth indicates the prospective employer what you have to give and exactly what youre capable of offering. Just upload your resume in their system then paste the full job description to begin the comparison. There are only a few jobs which dont involve working with somebody else.

5 Ways to Supercharge Your Personal and Professional Success

5 Ways to Supercharge Your Personal and Professional Success Article by Lisa StephensonWe are all in this thing called life together, and what a ride we are on In the middle of all the madness and mayhem, the peaks and valleys, the lessons and laughter, and the triumphs and tragedies is the beautiful and complex you. You are the writer of your story and the CEO of your life.Life is extraordinary, sometimes boring, and occasionally heartbreaking. You start new projects, change direction, and end things you thought would last forever. Then, you rebuild and do it all over again. You are designed and destined to feel, love, win, lose, and sometimes mess up. Thats your humanness, your strength and your weakness.To tischset yourself up for a successful, resilient, and happy life, you need integrated strategies that support both your personal and professional success. People often focus on one area of their life too much, whichcan leave critical relationship s and decisions in other areas neglected.A holistic approach that considers everything from your career to your health will serve you best. Here are five ways to adopt such an approach1. Play and Plan BigThis is your one shot to live an amazing adventure, so be ambitious in your dreams. Consider what you want to be able to say about this life when you are 80 years old and sitting on the porch, reflecting on the experiences you had. Successful people arent necessarily the smartest or best educated rather, they are simply brave enough to own what they want. Make a plan for the next six months, two years, or 10 years. Get specific about your goals and how you will make them happen. What are you really capable of?2. Make Yourself Your Most Important ProjectInvesting in yourself is the most important investment you will ever make. Successful people think strategically about how they are living and where they are heading. They set deadlines and consult experts who will support their succe ss. They create a vision, identify obstacles, and review their progress. Consider ways you can learn, adapt, and grow with the resources you have access to. Dedicate time every single week to your own self-development. How can you make yourself, and your future, a priority?3. Do What Others Arent Prepared to DoThe world is full of people who start stuff but never follow through. Successful people do what is required. That means they keep going even when its hard and they dont want to. Dont wait dont give in. Commit to your plan. When your motivation has passed, it will be your commitment that keeps you going. Be clear about what compromises you are prepared to make, and know your non-negotiableswith respect tohow you practice self-care. Are you prepared to do what is required?4. Find Your TribeSurround yourself with people who want you to succeed, who will challenge you to be more, and who understand your true potential. Your tribe extends beyond friends and familyto encompass all p eople who will challenge you and celebrate you. Identify those in your world whom you trustto tell you the truth. No energy vampires allowed Successful people rarely create success on their own. Find someone who inspires you, and you will quickly see theysurround themselves with peoplewho make them better, too. Who do you know?5. Get UncomfortableThe greatest learning happens in discomfort. To know what you are really capable of, you have to test the limits of your resilience and abilities. You dont know what you dont know about yourself yet.Holistic success across all areas of your life will come when you have the opportunities to stretch and find solutions. Knowing you can trust yourself is key to personal growth. You are an ever-evolving, complex human with so many things to learn. Intentionally look for new experiences. When was the last time you really felt uncomfortable?Personal and professional success are yours for the taking when you consciously plan your life. By implement ing these strategies, you will be prepared for the curveballs and ready for the opportunities life is sure to bring your way. The reality is that no one else in the world can create success for you.A supercharged plan and approach will absolutely make all the difference.A version of this article originally appeared on SUCCESS.com.Lisa Stephenson is the author of Read Me First (Major Street Publishing) and the founder of the global consulting firm Who Am I Projects. Over the years, she has worked with some of the biggest global names, CEOs, elite athletes, and entrepreneurs. For more information, go to www.lisastephensonconsulting.com.au.