How to Prepare for a Compliance Evaluation

How to Prepare for a einhaltung EvaluationHow to Prepare for a einhaltung EvaluationHow to Prepare for a befolgung Evaluation Lipton Steps in the OFCCP processThe Federal Contractor Compliance ManualThe Federal Contractor Selection SystemScheduling Letters and Corporate Scheduling Announcement Letters The Compliance Evaluation ProcessDesk AuditsOn-site ReviewOff-site Reviews Compliance ChecksFocused ReviewsPre-award Compliance EvaluationsConstruction Industry Compliance ProgramCorporate Management Compliance Evaluations (CMCE) Employee ComplaintsSteps in the OFCCP ProcessThe Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) is part of the Employment Standards Administration (ESA) of the Department of Labor (DOL.) The OFCCP makes sure that Federal contractors and subcontractors comply with the non-discrimination (equal employment opportunity (EEO)) and affirmative action laws and regulations. The OFCCP monitors befolgung of the EEO and affirmative action laws through random compl iance evaluations and investigates individual complaints of misconduct.The OFCCP conducts compliance evaluations to determine if Federal contractorsHave nondiscriminatory hiring and employment practicesTake affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunity to all applicants including the disabled and veterans.Follow proper guidelines for employment decisionsBack to topThe Federal Contractor Compliance Manual (FCCM)A good resource for contractors is the Federal Contractor Compliance Manual (FCCM). The manual is designed to provide background and guidance. There are eight chapters that provide a number of definitions and cover topics such as desk audits, on-site reviews and complaint investigations. The manual is available from a variety of online sources, including the OFCCP website.Back to topThe Federal Contractor Selection System (FCSS)The OFCCP uses the Federal Contractor Selection System (FCSS), a mathematical model intended to select contractors for compliance evaluatio ns who are most likely to be in violation of affirmative action laws. DOL describes the FCSS as an administratively neutral selection system that uses multiple information sources and analytical procedures to identify Federal contractor establishments for evaluation. See Federal Contractor Selection System (FCSS) Questions and Answers. The OFCCP uses a twice-yearly cycle for scheduling compliance evaluations. For example, in fiscal year (FY) 2009, it released 2500 names on October 1, 2009 and 5000 names on March 9, 2009. The OFCCP regional offices work through the lists methodically and offices may continue to schedule using these lists through September 30, 2009 (the end of its FY). The FCSS is notlage the only mechanism that the OFCCP uses for selecting contractor establishments for evaluations. However, some establishments scheduled for review are not on the FCSS list.Back to topScheduling Letters and Corporate Scheduling Announcement Letters (CSAL)A CSAL is a courtesy notice li sting contractor establishments selected to undergo a compliance evaluation during the next scheduling cycle. A Scheduling Letter is an OMB-approved letter that starts the evaluation process. The letter notifies the company that it is scheduled for a compliance evaluation and requests copies of the contractors APP(s) and supporting data.Back to topThe Compliance Evaluation ProcessIn January 2011, the OFCCP instituted a new compliance evaluation program, the Active Case Evaluation (ACE) procedure. Under ACE, the OFCCP will audit a larger amount and greater scope of material during each compliance evaluation than it has in the past. A traditional compliance evaluation under ACE will include one or more of the followingCompliance Review (This proceeds in three stages desk audit, on-site review and off-site analysis. A full compliance review consists of all three stages).Compliance CheckOff-site Review of RecordsFocused ReviewPre-award Compliance EvaluationBack to topDesk AuditsDesk aud its are considered a major part of a compliance review. Under ACE (see above), every compliance evaluation must include a desk audit, no matter what other methods of investigation are used as well.The contractor will receive a scheduling letter requesting information. The contractor should review its government contracts to ensure that it is indeed covered and it should advise the OFCCP if it does not believe it is a covered business. It should tell the OFCCP if none of the contractors facilities or corporate entities has any government contracts or the contractor does not otherwise meet the threshold requirements for developing an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP). The OFCCP has the burden of proving coverage and the contractor is not obligated to provide any information until coverage is established.Before submitting any documents, the company should conduct its own internal desk audit to verify that it is in compliance with the laws and regulations. The contractor has 30 days to prov ide the requested information. An equal opportunity specialist (EOS) from the OFCCP will review the contractors AAP and supporting documents (away from the work site) to determine whether the contractor is in compliance. The EOS has 60 days to review the materials.Sometimes, the OFCCP offers to provide technical assistance to the contractor. Receiving technical assistance will not preclude a finding of deficiencies nor will it prevent the imposition of remedies for any discrimination found by the agency. Thus, contractors should consider carefully whether to accept the OFCCPs offer of technical assistance.The EOS will first consider whether the contractor has made reasonable efforts to develop an acceptable AAP. If the AAP is seriously deficient, then the OFCCP will issue a notice to show cause and the evaluation will be suspended. If the EOS finds reasonable efforts to create an AAP, then he or she will determine whether the AAP is acceptable. The AAP review period generally covers at least one full AAP year.Under the acceptability phase, the EOS will considerWhether the contractors workforce analysis complies with the technical requirements.Whether there are workforce areas where minorities and/or women are concentrated or underrepresented.The contractors job groups, availability analysis, goals and efforts to meet the goals.Whether the contractors AAP satisfies all of the federal contractor affirmative action statutes and regulations.In Impact Ratio Analysis the OFCCP will review the contractors personnel practices, (such as hiring, promotion, and termination practices), to determine whether adverse impact on females or minorities exists. Lastly, the EOS will complete a standard compliance review report summarizing its analyses, findings, and conclusions.Desk Audits are covered in Chapter 2 of the FCCM.Back to topOn-site ReviewThis will be conducted at the contractors establishment. The OFCCP will investigate unresolved problem areas identified during the d esk audit and verify contractor execution of its AAP. The OFCCP will also look for potential discrimination by examining the contractors personnel and employment policies, inspecting and copying employment documents and interviewing employees, supervisors, managers, and hiring officials.Some on-site reviews will be scheduled on a random rotating basis even if everything checks out at the Desk Audit. There are five basic parts to the on-site reviewEntrance conference (between the EOS and the chief executive officer or chief management official (or his or her designee) for the facility)Facility tourDocument ReviewInterviewsExit conferenceOn-site reviews are covered in Chapter 3 of the FFCM.Back to topOff-site Reviews The EOS may remove some documents for further review off-site.Back to topCompliance ChecksReview of documents to ensure that the contractor is maintaining proper records.The contractor will receive a scheduling letter requesting the documents.Once the review is completed, the contractor will receive a closure letter.Back to topFocused ReviewsAn on-site review of one or more components of the contractors organization or one or more aspects of the contractors employment practices. Compliance officers use the focus review to target selected employment issues of an institution or employer.Back to topPre-award Compliance EvaluationsOFCCP will conduct a pre-award evaluation of any prospective contractor entering into a contract of $10 million or above and its known first-tier subcontractors with subcontracts of $10 million or above before the award of a contract unless the OFFCP has evaluated and found the contractor or subcontractor to be in compliance within the past two years. Back to topConstruction Industry Compliance ProgramThe major focus of the review of a construction contractor is the contractors trade workforce within a particular geographical area. However, the contractors entire workforce may be the subject of review. Federally assisted const ruction contracts are subject only to the E.O. 11246. The compliance review process will includePre-Review PreparationOnsite ReviewCompliance Review ReportNotification of Compliance Review ResultsBack to topCorporate Management Compliance Evaluations (CMCE) A more focused evaluation process is the Corporate Management Compliance Evaluation (CMCE), which focuses on mid-level and senior corporate managers. Contractors must avoid discrimination and make good faith affirmative efforts to guarantee equal employment opportunity in developing, selecting and treating mid-level and senior corporate managers. CMCE is designed to make sure qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities and protected veterans do not face artificial barriers to advance into and within mid-level and senior corporate management. The CMCE reviews contractors development and selection processes for corporate management positions and whether any unlawful discrimination exists. Supply and service contractors w ith 4,000 or more employees in the organization and more than one reporting subordinate establishment are included on the CMCE List.Back to topEmployee ComplaintsThe OFCCP investigates complaints against contractors made by an employee, former employee, applicant for employment or by a third party alleging specific violations of Executive Order 11246, 503 of the Rehabilitation Act or the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRA). The OFCCPs investigation varies based on the factual circumstances of each complaint.Complaints under E.O. 11246 must be filed within 180 days of the incident, unless good cause is shown for an extension. Complaints under the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRA) and 503 of the Rehabilitation Act must be filed within 300 days of the alleged violation, unless good cause is shown for an extension. For additional information about these laws see The OFCCP Overview. Complaints alleging employment discrimination in violation of E.O. 11246 are generally referred to and investigated by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) pursuant to the EEOC/OFCCP note of Understanding.The OFCCP uses a Complaint Administration System that tracks and monitors the processing of complaints filed with OFCCP. An investigation includesAn interview with the complainant.An on-site investigation similar to the on-site review of a compliance evaluation.At times, a third-party medical opinion.The OFCCP must establish that it has jurisdiction over the employer. See OFCCP Policy Directive No. 136, Establishing Jurisdiction Over an Employer Against Whom a Complaint is Filed (May 18, 1990).Typically, investigations are completed within 60 days. Settlement can occur at any time of the process. If the OFCCP finds a violation, then the DOL invites the contractor to resolve the complaint through conciliation.Back to topLegal Disclaimer None of the information provided herein constitutes legal advice on behalf of Monster.

How to Make a Lasting Impression in Six Seconds

How to Make a Lasting Impression in Six SecondsHow to Make a Lasting Impression in Six SecondsPinReading the title sounds a bit like speed dating. However, in speed dating, you have 60 seconds to make a lasting impression on the other person, which could result in a future date, or be a complete bustSimilarly, with your resume, you have only a handful of seconds to make a lasting impression on a potential employer.Heres how to make a lasting impression in six secondsLook for keydefinitivs.In todays market, employers receive hundreds of resumes for open flecks. As they scan resumes, theyre looking for keywords that show them this person should be moved to the next level instead of the circular file.In addition, mora than three quarters of employers rely on keywords to narrow their vast applicant pool to choose the most promising and bring them to the interview stage. Many companies today use an applicant tracking system (ATS) to filter through resumes. They enter position descriptor k eywords into the search criteria and may immediately cull 4,000 resumes down to 76.The mora must-have keywords they see in that brief scan, the more likely that candidate will move to the next stage and land a phone or face-to-face interview. Writing resumes that get you hired is all about how you display information and what keywords you use, no matter how experienced you actually are.Identify with keywords.So how do you identify these keywords? Look at the job posting. The job description lists must-have qualifications for applicants.Some of these might be the name of the city where the position is based, specific skills, required foreign languages, programming languages, or educational degrees.Once you have identified these keywords, use them early and often in your resume.In addition to using these words often and as near to the top of your resume as possible, use them in your cover letter.Fitting in the most important keywords without appearing to keyword stuff your cover lette r is an art. A tool to help you with this is called a word rechnerwolke. The most popular version of a word cloud generator is Wordle, but there are many other options out there. You can use your favorite word cloud generator to compare the frequency of words in a job opening and your resume or cover letter.Why is this a good idea? Youll quickly see if any words in your resume match the words in the ad. What youre seeing in that word cloud is the key vocabulary in the text- keywords. Youll also get an idea of how often you use certain words to describe yourself. Does your resume word cloud show an active, effective candidate?Does anything in the word cloud match the position for which youre applying? If it doesnt, get some guidance from the best resume writing service you can find to boost your chances.Create a skills punch list.Beyond creating an intriguing executive resume cover letter to make a lasting impression, its a good idea to create a skills punch list to include in your r esume.These keywords can be anything that make you stand out and emphasize the things at which you are best. Dont forget, youre offering a unique spin because of your individuality. Build on that uniqueness. Some examples of skills would be customer service and relations, staff leadership, information technology, and others. Just make sure that they relate directly back to the skills or qualifications outlined in the job posting.In addition to creating a skills punch list, incorporate the keywords into your career summary, your professional experience, and your accomplishments. Make sure as youre formatting your resume to use bullet points, bold text, and indentations to your advantage to make your resume look clean.Be sure to evaluate.Once your resume is complete, its time for evaluation. Heres a way to evaluate your resume, and its based on the way it will be evaluated when it reaches the employers desk pick up your resume and scan it for 30 seconds, then cover it and write down w hat you remember.Actually, 30 seconds might be longer than most HR people look at it, but theyve developed serious speed-reading skills. What do you remember about your resume? What stands out? Now consider that your resume is something with which youre familiar- and it was probably hard to remember what you said about yourself. Imagine what its like to read through hundreds of resumes to find the best candidate to call for an interview.Once youve done this, get some objective feedback. You can get feedback from friends, family, and colleagues or even professional executive resume writers- members receive a discountAsk them to look at your resume with these questions in mind Why should I hire you? Who are you and what do you bring to the position? If the answer to these questions isnt obvious, then you need to work on your resume to make it stand out and help you land the interview.Erin Kennedy, MCD, CERW, CMRW, CEMC, CPRW, BS/HR,is a certified executive resume writer and career co nsultant, andthe CEO of Professional Resume Services, Inc.Shes a nationallypublishedwriter and contributor of 16 bestsellingcareer books. She has achieved international recognition following yearly nominations of the prestigiousT.O.R.I. (Toast of the Resume Industry) award. Shes also one of only a few professionals worldwide to achieve the coveted certified master resume writer distinction. With more than 18 years of writing experience behind her, Erin has written thousands of resumes for every career level and every industry.

Can Video Games Reshape STEM Education

Can Video Games Reshape STEM Education Can Video Games Reshape STEM Education An explosion in his laboratory has shrunk Harold to nanoscale and flung him to the ceiling. As Harold journeys through strange new worlds, his lab partner, Nikki, helps him to understand nanoscale forces to get back to full size. Harold must find all the pages of his notebook and all the parts of the broken shrinking machine but first he must stop a tiny alien race, the Nanoids, who have been stealing his technology.This might sound like a plot of a science-fiction film, but it is the storyline for Geckoman, an online video game developed by Northeastern University researchers at the Center for High-Rate Nanomanufacturing (CHN), with funding from the National Science Foundation and 15 Days LLC, a company founded by Northeastern alumni and faculty.Geckoman teaches the basics of nanotechnology to middle-school students. Image Northeastern UniversityGeckoman teaches the basics of nanotechnology to middle-schoo l students. There are different worlds in the game and each one introduces a new force to the student. The kids cant go from one level to another without learning some principles. They have fun and learn at every level, says CHN director Ahmed Busnaina. The William Lincoln Smith Professor of mechanical and industrial engineering at Northeastern has been teaching undergraduate students for over 27 years now and believes that if done correctly, gaming can be a very powerful teaching tool.Solving ProblemsGame-based learning has been riding a wave of popularity in schools and colleges in recent years. For instance, mechanical engineering undergraduates at Northern Illinois University learn principles of computation and simulation by playing a cars-theme video game. Shortfall, another game developed at Northeastern, teaches students how to run a manufacturing business by balancing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and reviewing sustainability factorsall in a virtual environment. Foldit, developed at the University of Washingtons Center for Game Science, challenges players to learn about the shapes of proteins and compete online to fold them into the most efficient shapes. Quest to Learn, a middle school in Manhattan, extensively uses games for teaching.Waker (top) and Woosh (bottom) are life science and math-based games created by MIT GAMBIT game lab. Image MITWhile educational institutions are considering implementing video games in learning, parents are being cautious about the excess screen time children spend strategizing how to beat the next level of World of Warcraft. So are video games turning children into zombies or can they really be used as an education tool?It is not about what games do, but what they can and would do, says Eric Klopfer, associate hochschulprofessor of education at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and director of the MIT Scheller Teacher Education Program (STEP). There are certain facts about science that engineers should kno w but those facts have much more meaning when you use them to solve problems. Video games challenge players with difficult problems and motivate the players to solve problems, he says.Science EducationVideo games can enable STEM education from elementary school all the way through college as they teach skills such as analytical thinking, multitasking, strategizing, problem-solving, and team building. Traditional learning has provided superficial learning through text books. Games are best at teaching a deeper level of learning, says Klopfer. His team at MIT builds and design games in life sciences and math for younger kids. They have built several physics-based games, such as Woosh and Waker, in conjunction with the GAMBIT game lab on campus. Our latest initiative is a project, MMOG, a multiplayer online game in collaboration with Gates foundation to teach high-school biology and math, he informs.Busnania says that students have a preference to learn through game play over conventio nal lecturers and the results of student play tests conducted for Geckoman indicate that they are learning new concepts. The Donahue Institute at the University of Massachusetts did a preliminary evaluation of the game. Three groups of students who played Geckoman were asked to complete content-specific pre-tests before they played the game and post-tests after playing the game. The difference between pre- and post-tests showed that the game was successful in helping students learn the science concepts presented in it.The Next LevelVideo games represent the kind of interactive and self-paced learning that people see as a future guided by technology. Klopfer says, however, games cant replace traditional teaching methods. I dont think games should be the only component. Games do provide students the opportunity for self-learning but students need guidance and mentorship. The role of the teacher here is not diminished but becomes more challenging and interesting in helping the students to learn with this kind of medium, he explains.According to Klopfer, games are being used more in basic sciences than engineering right now, so theres still opportunity in developing games to teach engineering concepts. A promising new frontier lies in using games-based learning to better prepare students for careers in STEM-related fields. This interactive and entertaining learning, or edutainment, could just be a beginning of the trend.Traditional learning has provided superficial learning through text books. Games are best at teaching a deeper level of learning.Eric Klopfer, associate professor of education, MIT

10 unmistakable habits of utterly authentic people

10 unmistakable habits of utterly authentic people10 unmistakable habits of utterly authentic peopleOscar Wilde said, Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken. Wilde made it sound so simple, but living with authenticity is a real challenge.To live authentically, you must own your actions and ensure that they align with your beliefs and needs. This can be a difficult thing to maintain when external forces pressure you to do something youre not comfortable with or to be someone youre not.Most people have experienced the discomfort that comes with failing to behave authentically. Researchers from Harvard, Columbia, and Northwestern joined forces to measure this phenomenon scientifically. They found that when people failed to behave authentically, they experienced a heightened state of discomfort thats usually associated with immorality. People who werent true to themselves were so distraught that they felt a strong desire to cleanse themselves physically.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFo llow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreIts clear that our brains know when were living a lie, and like all lies, being inauthentic causes nothing but harm. But how do you start living authentically? That can be tough, especially if youve been playing a role for most of your adult life.I had no idea that being your authentic self could make me as rich as Ive become. If I had, Id have done it a lot earlier. Oprah WinfreyAuthentic people are deeply in tune with who they are and what they want. Their ability to live their life in harmony with their true selves comes from some clearly discernible habits that any of us can study and incorporate into our repertoire.They help others to be their authentic selvesAuthentic people dont expect others to play a role either. They dont make people feel as though they have to fit into a certain mold or to project a certain image to be a part of their lives. Their commitment to b eing authentic gives other people the freedom to live authentically too.They let go of negative peopleAuthentic people have too much self-respect to put up with people who treat them badly or have ill will toward them, and they have too much respect for other people to try to change them. So they let go - not out of anger, but out of their need to be true to themselves.They express their true feelings and opinions, even when theyre not popularAuthentic people dont live a go-along-to-get-along lifestyle. Theyre simply not capable of acting in a way thats contrary to what their principles dictate, even if there are repercussions. They prefer not to lie to other people, and they especially cant lie to themselves. This means that theyre willing to live with the repercussions of staying true to themselves.They are confidentMuch social anxiety stems from the fear we have of being found out. Were afraid that somebody is going to discover that were not as smart, experienced, or well-connec ted as we pretend to be. Authentic people dont have that fear. Their confidence comes from the fact that they have nothing to hide. Who they appear to be is who they really are.They prefer deep conversations to meaningless chatterEleanor Roosevelt nailed this one. She once said, Great minds discuss ideas average minds discuss events small minds discuss people. You wont find authentic people gossiping about others or giving their opinions on the latest celebrity scandals. They know all of that stuff is nothing more than cultural trappings, and they choose to talk about things that matter.They dont take anyones advice without evaluating it carefully firstIts not that authentic people arent willing to take advice they are. But they dont put that advice into action just because other people have. First, theyll run it through the wringer from a critical perspective so that they can be sure it makes sense for them.They dont complain about their problemsComplaining is what you do when you think that the situation youre in is someone elses fault or that its someone elses job to fix it. Authentic people, on the other hand, are accountable. They understand that they - and no one else - are responsible for their own lives, so theres no point in complaining.Theyre internally motivatedAuthentic people dont sit at their desks thinking, Well, if my boss would just make this job worthwhile, Id do a better job. The carrot-and-stick approach just isnt relevant to them. Theyre motivated from within.They make the best out of any situationAuthentic people have a very firm grasp on reality. When things dont go their way, they dont get trapped in denial, and they dont sit around whining about how things should be different. They simply take stock of the way things are and, if theres nothing they can do to change the situation, they figure out a way to make the best of it.They dont get stressed or upset when someone doesnt like themIts never fun accepting that someone doesnt like y ou, but a lot of times that discomfort comes from trying to figure out what you did wrong or how you can fix it. Authentic people dont have that anxiety because they would never try to change themselves to influence someone elses opinion. They accept that other people have a right to be authentic about their own feelings, even if those feelings are negative toward them.Bringing it all togetherLiving authentically is a perpetual challenge that yields great rewards. Its a noble path that you wont regret following.What are the benefits of living authentically? Please share your thoughts in the comments section below, as I learn just as much from you as you do from me.Travis Bradberry is the co-author ofEmotional Intelligence 2.0and the co-founder ofTalentSmart.This column first appeared on LinkedIn.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklin s daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people10 unmistakable habits of utterly authentic peopleOscar Wilde said, Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken. Wilde made it sound so simple, but living with authenticity is a real challenge.To live authentically, you must own your actions and ensure that they align with your beliefs and needs. This can be a difficult thing to maintain when external forces pressure you to do something youre not comfortable with or to be someone youre not.Most people have experienced the discomfort that comes with failing to behave authentically. Researchers from Harvard, Columbia, and Northwestern joined forces to measure this phenomenon scientifically. They found that when people failed to behave authentically, they experienced a heightened state of discomfort thats usually associated with immorality. People who werent true to themselves were s o distraught that they felt a strong desire to cleanse themselves physically.Ladders is now on SmartNewsDownload the SmartNews app and add the Ladders channel to read the latest career news and advice wherever you go.Its clear that our brains know when were living a lie, and like all lies, being inauthentic causes nothing but harm. But how do you start living authentically? That can be tough, especially if youve been playing a role for most of your adult life.I had no idea that being your authentic self could make me as rich as Ive become. If I had, Id have done it a lot earlier. Oprah WinfreyAuthentic people are deeply in tune with who they are and what they want. Their ability to live their life in harmony with their true selves comes from some clearly discernible habits that any of us can study and incorporate into our repertoire.They help others to be their authentic selvesAuthentic people dont expect others to play a role either. They dont make people feel as though they have to fit into a certain mold or to project a certain image to be a part of their lives. Their commitment to being authentic gives other people the freedom to live authentically too.They let go of negative peopleAuthentic people have too much self-respect to put up with people who treat them badly or have ill will toward them, and they have too much respect for other people to try to change them. So they let go - not out of anger, but out of their need to be true to themselves.They express their true feelings and opinions, even when theyre not popularAuthentic people dont live a go-along-to-get-along lifestyle. Theyre simply not capable of acting in a way thats contrary to what their principles dictate, even if there are repercussions. They prefer not to lie to other people, and they especially cant lie to themselves. This means that theyre willing to live with the repercussions of staying true to themselves.They are confidentMuch social anxiety stems from the fear we have of being fo und out. Were afraid that somebody is going to discover that were not as smart, experienced, or well-connected as we pretend to be. Authentic people dont have that fear. Their confidence comes from the fact that they have nothing to hide. Who they appear to be is who they really are.They prefer deep conversations to meaningless chatterEleanor Roosevelt nailed this one. She once said, Great minds discuss ideas average minds discuss events small minds discuss people. You wont find authentic people gossiping about others or giving their opinions on the latest celebrity scandals. They know all of that stuff is nothing more than cultural trappings, and they choose to talk about things that matter.They dont take anyones advice without evaluating it carefully firstIts not that authentic people arent willing to take advice they are. But they dont put that advice into action just because other people have. First, theyll run it through the wringer from a critical perspective so that they can be sure it makes sense for them.They dont complain about their problemsComplaining is what you do when you think that the situation youre in is someone elses fault or that its someone elses job to fix it. Authentic people, on the other hand, are accountable. They understand that they - and no one else - are responsible for their own lives, so theres no point in complaining.Theyre internally motivatedAuthentic people dont sit at their desks thinking, Well, if my boss would just make this job worthwhile, Id do a better job. The carrot-and-stick approach just isnt relevant to them. Theyre motivated from within.They make the best out of any situationAuthentic people have a very firm grasp on reality. When things dont go their way, they dont get trapped in denial, and they dont sit around whining about how things should be different. They simply take stock of the way things are and, if theres nothing they can do to change the situation, they figure out a way to make the best of it.They dont get stressed or upset when someone doesnt like themIts never fun accepting that someone doesnt like you, but a lot of times that discomfort comes from trying to figure out what you did wrong or how you can fix it. Authentic people dont have that anxiety because they would never try to change themselves to influence someone elses opinion. They accept that other people have a right to be authentic about their own feelings, even if those feelings are negative toward them.Bringing it all togetherLiving authentically is a perpetual challenge that yields great rewards. Its a noble path that you wont regret following.What are the benefits of living authentically? Please share your thoughts in the comments section below, as I learn just as much from you as you do from me.Travis Bradberry is the co-author ofEmotional Intelligence 2.0and the co-founder ofTalentSmart.This column first appeared on LinkedIn.

Dirty Facts About How to Make a Resume Revealed

Dirty Facts About How to Make a Resume Revealed A Startling Fact about How to Make a Resume Uncovered The issue is that how do you locate the correct job without having any experience. Even if your present job is quite specific, it doesnt indicate you dont have transferable skills. Find a person who is doing a job which youd be considering doing, then understand them. Recruitment agencies supply you with the opportunity to meet people who make money finding work for different folks. You continue searching for more and advanced jobs that will supply you with a very good salary. Before you begin applying for new jobs, take care to update your resume. When you make an account, you produce a repository. Below are a few tips that can help to make sure your application paperwork is working for you. A resume template will give a great idea about how to prepare a resume and give you the much essential start. Dont be scared to reach out to prospective peers at companies you wish to work for. Alternatively, you should customize an application per company youre applying. A bonus to turning into a well-rounded employee at the lieferant is that will end up more of an asset. Finding work in an increasing startup is the perfect way to learn to manage and grow a team effectively, how to evolve your job for a founder once your organization is growing, and the way to construct a vision that consistently keeps everyone productive. A fantastic resume can definitely make a difference and not only with respect to content. When you are just about to compose a resume to submit an application for work, you should decide on a format which suits your resume. All you should know the technique to compose clear lines and precise information. Deciding upon a good resume format will help you to make a resume that has the capability to make a better impression in the minds of employers. Have a great cover letter There are most likely many others applying for the exact sa me vacancy as you. The objective of your resume needs to be strong enough so the correct candidate for the job. Generally, it needs to be a concise and very clear overview of your qualifications. Generally speaking, it ought to be a concise and very clear overview of your overall qualifications. Creating a solid resume is the initial step toward receiving work. You understand how important its to get a well-written application and resume when you start to look for work. A resume is a significant piece to the work search procedure. Since a resume is among the most essential pieces of any work application, writing a perfect and outstanding resume is extremely vital for men and women in bestellung to have the job of their dreams. Dont delay to attempt to find assistance if you arent a strong writer. Therefore locating a person who knows the way to write properly can be a huge help. The folks who will help to make your career are the individuals who are actually care about the mission. A mentor can assist you through the rough spots. Locate a side hustle that youve got genuine interest and experience in, and youre going to be surprised who youll meet on the way. Then, when you have discovered lots of courses that you appear to believe are acceptable, the next thing to do is to work out which of them you are likely to take. As soon as youve worked there a while, you might be qualified for a promotion or a different opening within the organization. Nevertheless, its well well worth it to visit a class or two and find that certification. How to Make a Resume at a Glance The primary reason is they arent very good at writing and in addition, they lack experience with writing a resume. As long because theres an explanation, you should be OK. There are the exceptions to the rule, clearly, but for the greater part of us writers, we have to keep writing. Highlighting resume accomplishments presents a strong expert snapshot and can help you land the pla ce of your dreams. An excellent story doesnt have gaps. Even when youre not the one to place your accomplishments into words, youre still the person who accomplished everything in your resume. You want to understand the truth about candidates and they will need to understand the truth about the job.

Fraud, Deceptions, and Downright Lies About Construction Project Manager Resume Exposed

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The holiday gift guide for everyone in your office

The holiday toxikum guide for everyone in your officeThe holiday gift guide for everyone in your officeThe last quarter of the year will speed past so quickly, you might miss it if you look up from your computer screen. From office holiday parties, Secret Santa exchanges and client dinners that dominate your after-work calendar to juggling family gatherings and traveling home to celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah or any other religious day in December - its a lot to manage.Add to that the challenge of figuring out the right holiday gift for your office mates and you might be about ready to snap. You want to aim for a gift that expresses appreciation without violating any appropriate boundaries. Thats why following professional etiquette standards is the right move for this season, according to industrial-organizational psychology practitioner and workplace expert, Amy Cooper Hakim, Ph.D.Heres your guide to selecting a gift thats just rightHow to start making the perfect gif t listWhile your friend might be mandated to wear a suit and tie each day, your start-up culture might encourage athleisure on Fridays. Since every environment is different, reading the room and investing in the preferences of your manager, colleagues and employees will help you better understand whats expected and accepted in terms of giving.You want to ensure that your gift giving is in line with what is done within the kollektiv and company. If you go overboard, or if you do not do enough, as compared to others in the office, this may reflect negatively on you, Hakim says. When you follow protocol in the office, then you are seen as a team player. Regardless, your gifts should be thoughtful, tasteful and meaningful.How to shop for your work bestieThat co-worker who makes you laugh, listens to your weekend woes and champions your work in meetings may have become one of your closest, most treasured friends. Thats why the approach to every box-with-a-bow should be evaluated differen tly.For the colleague who you also hang out with on the weekends, you probably want to give something specific that shows how much you get them or represents a personality trait you treasure, Hakim says.You might give a different type of gift to a teamberater than you would to a colleague or subordinate, Hakim says. Instead of fretting over your gift ideas alone, she suggests asking a colleague you trust about standard practices, so that you spend the right amount of money and so that you include the right amount of people on your shopping list.How to shop for your bossCheck in with a colleague you trust at work about their approach to gifting your shared manager. As Hakim notes, its not always a common practice to give a physical gift, though some token of appreciation - like a card - is always smiled upon. If you do want to bring out the wrapping paper, Hakim says to keep it small, yet thoughtful.Is your boss a good leader or motivator? If yes, a paperweight or item with a sayin g about motivation or leadership is a sure win, she suggests.You can also approach the boss gift from a team perspective. By rallying together your team, you can come up with one larger gift you can all chip in on. Maybe its concert tickets, a day at the golfing range, a massage or a gift certificate to their favorite restaurant. When it comes from the group, theres less pressure to have the perfect present.How to shop for your coworkersUnless youre at a super-small company, you likely have varying levels of friendship with your respective colleagues, both in your sector of work and cross-functionally. Thats why Hakim says to treat them differently and consider separate gift-exchanges, to reduce the risk of hurting feelings or inciting jealousy. For coworkers who you dont spend much time with but still appreciate, a card with a gift card or a funny or sweet trinket for their desk will do fine.To avoid breaking the bank, you may also want to suggest a secret santa or gift exchange to limit the number of gifts youre responsible for buying.How to shop for your employeeAs a manager yourself, part of your job description is to ensure your direct reports feel valued, treasured and supported. This doesnt just extend to their wertmiger zuwachs between 9 and 5, but also that you understand they have a life outside of the office, too. As a gift, Hakim suggests a gift certificate toward something they enjoy - whether its shopping online or trying new cuisines - that you know will make them happy. And if you can swing it at the close of a year, a holiday bonus is the most-appreciated token of thanks of all.How to shop for your contractorIt takes more than a slew of full-time employees to build a business, and for the contractors whose relationship you want to maintain, an unexpected gift during the holidays can go a long way. Hakim says to pinpoint the freelancers and contractors that really go above and beyond on their deliverables and send them a personally handwritte n note of thanks, along with a bouquet of seasonal flowers or a gift basket of sweets.How to shop for your receptionist, doorman, cleaning crewAdministrators, security personnel and other often forgotten-about employees can fall off the radar of holiday gifting sometimes. Thats why Hakim suggests going the extra mile to personally shake their hand, thank them and give them a card, along with a box of candy or a Starbucks gift card during this time of year. Since they keep the office running smoothly - often with a positive attitude, no matter the circumstance - remind them of how indispensable they truly are to the workplace.

Tips on How to Find a Second Job

Tips on How to Find a Second JobTips on How to Find a Second JobWhen one paycheck isnt enough to pay the bills, it might be worth thinking about a second job. A second job will bedrngnis only bring in some extra money, but it can also bolster your resume, and provide a means to transition to a new career. Whats the best way to find a second job? It depends on the type of job youre looking for, where you want to work, and how you want to supplement your income. It also depends on the flexibility of your schedule to accommodate hours of work, as well as the flexibility of your future employer. If it feels like money is tight, its not just your imagination. Real wages- the actual purchasing power of your salary once inflation has been taken into account- have been on the decline since 2006. For some people, a part-time second job might be the answer. Heres what to consider before you make the decision to start looking. Should You Consider Getting a Second Job? Working extra hours at a new gig wont help your financial situation if you lose your primary job because of it. Before you even start looking for part-time work, make an honest and accurate accounting of how you spend your time right now. Keep a journal for a week or so, writing down everything you spend time doing each day. Think of it as a food diary, but for time instead of calories and nutrition. Write down absolutely everything- work hours, time spent cooking, cleaning, and doing household chores, plus time spent on leisure and exercise. Then ask yourself if you can afford to give any of that up. If you find that youre spending five hours a day catching up on your Netflix, the answer might be yes if getting a second job would mean forgoing extra assignments that keep you in the bosss good graces, or letting your gym membership lapse, the answer might be no. And of course, if your employer has a policy against moonlighting, its not worth the risk of getting caught and losing your main paycheck. Is It Enough Money to Be Worth Your While? The taxes you pay at your full-time job are largely invisible because the government takes its bite before you see a dime. Some part-time jobs will be the same way- the employer will deduct state, federal, and any local taxes, plus social security before you get your check. But even in that case, you could wind up making a lot less than youd planned. If you only have a few hours a week to work and your after-taxes paycheck doesnt amount to much, you could be better off clipping coupons or cutting expenses. Finally, if you work as a contractor, youll be responsible for your own taxes. Depending on your situation, you might decide either to adjust your withholdings at your primary jobor pay quarterly estimated taxes. Either way, your situation will be a lot more complicated than that of someone who only works for one company as an employee, and has taxes taken out. Will Getting a Second Job Offer More Than Money? Even if you dont stand to make a ton of cash from a part-time job, there are still reasons to do it anyway. A low-paying part-time job might be worth the investment if Youll gain skills or experience that will make you more employable or help you move into a new role or industry.Youll make contacts that could lead to professional opportunities down the line.Youll have a chance to try out a new role before making a total career change.Your present job doesnt fulfill a major need in your life, e.g. a chance to give back to your community or travel more or engage in a hobby that doesnt presently pay all your bills. Second Job or Self-Employment? Keep in mind that starting a small business or taking on some part-time gigs or side jobs are always options and your future employer could even be yourself if you want guaranteed flexibility and have the skills to become self-employed. Best Second Jobs Before you start a job search, check out this list of best second jobs to get some ideas of what you might lik e to do. Types of Second Jobs For some jobs, you can apply and work online. For others, when you will be working in a physical location, you may be able to apply online, or you may need to apply in-person or use your contacts to help you find a company that needs some extra help. With the latter type of job, looking for something as close to home or your first workplace as possible is a good idea. That will make it easier to juggle two jobs. Jobs generally fall into three main categories Traditional part-time employment, often in the service sectorSmall business enterprisesFreelance work Strategies for arranging employment in each of these sectors will vary accordingly. 6 Tips for Finding a Second Job Here are tips for finding a second job, including information on the types of jobs that make good second jobs, where to job search, options for starting a small business, and more ways to earn extra money. 1. abflug With a Job Search EngineYou can use the job search engine sit es to search for a second job by using keywords like online, work from home,telecommute, part-time,evening,weekend, freelance, and so on. You dont need to add a location when searching for online jobs, but add your city or town when searching for jobs where you will work on-site. Heres information on the top job search engines, plus tips on how to use them. 2. Find an Online JobIf you can find a decent work at home job, and there are some, it can be a great way to supplement your income. Heres how to find work at home employment, as well as how to research work at home jobs to make sure they are legitimate and avoid scams. 3. Find a Part-Time JobSome people can juggle two full-time jobs, but its tough. Working part-time at job 2 is a better option. Here are the best sites to use to search for job listings, tips for how to find and apply for a part-time job, resumes, and letters, and job search tips for part-time job seekers. 4. Find a Second Job In-PersonVisiting employers like rest aurants, hotels, resorts, and stores in-person can be a good way to find a second job in those sectors. Introduce yourself to the manager and inquire about jobs. A polished appearance and an upbeat personality will be essential. Try to visit at non-peak times. 5. Use Your ContactsNetworking through friends, family, neighbors, and other contacts and inquiring if their firm needs help or if any of their associates might need some help is always a good way to find work. This technique will be particularly appropriate for small organizations which prefer to hire staff who come highly recommended. 6. Find a Freelance JobFreelance work like writing and graphic design can be secured using the same strategies as the small businesses, with the addition of tapping one or more of the many online sites dedicated to matching freelancers with freelance projects. There are a variety of apps you can use to help line up gigs quickly and easily.