"Look at the donut, not the hole." ...age-old advice from one of my former coaches, reminding us to look at what we have, not what we don't
Remember, Babe Ruth may have been one of the great homerun hitters of all time, but he also struck out a lot, too. The job search is just like that, especially in this economy. Keep getting back up there and swinging for the fence!
"The majority of the word 'can't' is can." ...attributed to Betty Weaver, former CSB school director
So here we stand, poised on the threshold to December, looking at the holidays that lie ahead. Whether you celebrate Christmas or some other holiday this season, this quotation really captures the essence of what we all need to strive for as humans: kindness and compassion. So what's in your heart?
"Remember, if Christmas isn't found in your heart, you won't find it under a tree." ~ Charlotte Carpenter.
“Never too old, never too bad, never too late, never too sick to start from scratch once again.” -Bikram Choudhury. “Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.” -Andre Gide “You miss 100 percent of the shots you never take.” -Wayne Gretzy Just a few quotations to help you start of this chilly Thursday morning. Keep at it! Thursday's Leads:
After a little break for Thankgiving, we are back to the grind. I sincerely hope that your holiday was a restful and enjoyable one, and I welcome you back on this Monday.
Yes, we're almost to the big day! This picture combines two of my favorite elements of Thanksgiving: football and turkey!
With that in mind, I want to wish all of you a very happy holiday! May you take time to reflect on all we have to be thankful for, and may you get to spend some time with those you love.
Just got this lead via email yesterday. If interested, apply using the email below:
MA/Front Desk
Pennsylvania Institute of Endocrinology (www.pie-endo.com)
is seeking a part-time to begin with but potential for (full time if desired
with in one year) Medical Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist for our office starting
from January 2013. Previous medical
office experience is not a must, new Graduates are well come. Expertise in
Microsoft office and hands on electronic medical records is welcome. Qualified
applicants should respond with resume to:
Dr. Tipu Faiz Saleem, E-mail tipufaiz@aol.com.
As we look for jobs and encounter adversity, it is very easy to feel frustrated or angry, even resentful of the world that seems so set against us. That is a normal human reaction, and it stems from a natural defense mechanism in our pysche, which helps to protect us when we feel "unwanted" or "unneeded."
The question, though, is how we react to that adversity. Do we take it personally and get angry at the world? Do we feel overwhelmed and give up? Or do we accept it as a challenge, a temporary setback, that we WILL overcome by continuing to forge ahead. Remember, the most satisfying accomplishments are not the ones that come easily but those that we earn.
So what are you doing when adversity stands in your way? How you react will make all the difference!
I love this quotation, for I believe that it speaks to the control we have over our lives. Likewise, I'm a big believer in the notion that we can build--or, in this case "plant"--for the future.
So the question, then, is what are you planting for tomorrow? Monday's Leads:
"Tell Me About Yourself"--The opening interview question...
We all know that question is coming, and we sometimes dread it all the same. It's a dangerous question for sure, and some people find themselves thinking, "What do they want to know? What should I say?"
Honestly, what you say is up to you as long as it meets a few criteria:
It must be business oriented. Do not include personal information that is irrelevant to the job. Sure, it's great that you have collected every Beanie Baby known to man, but that doesn't make you a good candidate for a job!
Tailor your answer to the job description of the job for which you are interviewing. Remember, you are there to "sell" yourself as THE candidate for that job. Show them why you fit the bill!
You shouldn't talk too much. Aim for 30 seconds to 2 minutes for an appropriate window. You want to get the interview off on the right foot and establish that you are a good candidate, but you don't want to ramble.
So, what can I include? Include elements of any of the following, preferably in a way that demonstrates how each helps to qualify you for the position: previous work history (make connections to your transferable skills), soft skills that help qualify you for the job, your education and training, and relevant volunteer activities.
To help you "see" what it looks like, here is a good example:
Remember, you can make or break your interview with the Tell Me About Yourself question. Thus, prepare well and get your interview off on the right foot!
We had an advisory board luncheon yesterday at our school, and some of the advisory board members who came shared some important details about their hiring practices. Here are two vital points of our discussion that I can share with you:
Lock down / clean up your social media accounts...many employers are looking at social media as a "first line" screening method.
If you have issues that are barriers to your employment--a termination, a criminal record, etc--be upfront and honest about it when asked. All the employers said they were very unhappy when people didn't take responsibility for their mistakes.
First, let me apologize for the lack of a posting last Friday. As many of you know, we had our graduation ceremony that night, and it was quite a hectic day for me. In all the graduation preparations, I simply ran out of time.
Thus, I hope to make up for that with a posting chock-full of listings today.
This cartoon caption reminds us of the importance of positive thinking. Just like the Little Train That Could, we can all empower ourselves with positive thinking and belief.
Trust in yourself.
Believe you can do it.
In doing so, you will have overcome the greatest obstacle standing in your way: YOURSELF.
Regardless of your political bent or beliefs, be sure to get out and vote today. It is you chance to have a voice, to have a say, and to affect the direction of our nation. The individual vote is the cornerstone of democracy, so don't let that privilege slip away!
“Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.” ― Carl Bard Each Monday is another opportunity to begin writing a new ending.
This past weekend's storm, which still lingers even today, surely must make us all realize how fortunate we are. Even if we had some water in our basements or had the inconvenience of power outages, we have to realize that it could have been much worse. Looking at the devastation in New York City and along the New Jersey coast, we have to recognize that there is so much that is out of our control. It surely makes me count my blessings and appreciate what I have.
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