6 innocent hotel mistakes that are costing you money

6 innocent hotel mistakes that are costing you money6 innocent hotel mistakes that are costing you moneyOne of the most important parts of planning a trip is finding the perfect place to stay. If its a business trip, youll probably look for accommodations that offer you all of the amenities youll need to clock quality sleep while getting your work done. A much-needed personal vacation, on the other hand, might mean youre looking for something morecreative,ultra-unique, ortruly memorable.In any case, your home away from home will cost you - but there are some strategies you can use to make sure you dont overpay. Wouldnt you rather use your savings to treat yourself to aspa day, a choice meal, rooftop cocktails, or alocal activityyouve always wanted to try? Here are some tricky traps to watch out for.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and more1. You book nonrefundable roomsBooking a nonrefu ndable room to save a few bucks can be an expensive blunder if your plans end up needing to change. A nonrefundable reservation can also become a costly mistake if you accidentally book the wrong hotel - they sometimes have similar-sounding names, and some (even in the same locale) might have the same name.How to Fix Itbettenburgs offer several types of booking options, and youll generally see choices for nonrefundable rooms (with slightly lower rates) alongside options you can cancel within the window outlined on the website. When you can, its a good idea to book rooms that leave you the flexibility to cancel at any moment. After all, sometimes all it takes is one long flight delay to throw things off course.2. You dont compare prices onlineYou might have a favorite hotel and book with them directly, or maybe you just grab the first good deal you find without thinking twice. Either way, failing to do a little research before you click to commit can lead you to spend more money tha n you need to.How to Fix ItHotel prices vary by website, so it never hurts to run a quick Google search before you finalize your reservation. Once you type your hotel into the search bar, youll see a box appear on the right-hand side of your search where you can enter dates and scan prices from most major sites, including Expedia and Hotels.com. You can also book online to earn additional cash back (were big fans ofEbates) and take advantage of special web or app promo codes. If it serves you, sign up for an email newsletter to receive an initial offering once you use it, you can immediately unsubscribe.3. You pay for parking at the hotel after you arriveOn-site parking at city hotels can add up fast some charge as much as $75 per day. In a single week, thats an extra $525How to Fix ItDitching your car to walk, take public transit, or use ridesharing services while enjoying time in the city can save you stress and free up funds. But if plan to drive to your urban destination and are nt up for shelling out extra money for a bit of convenience, see if you can scout out a garage or parking spot nearby.Parking Pandalets you search and reserve garage parking in advance in most major cities, whileWay.comlists less conventional options (such as locals who offer up their personal garage spaces or curbside spots).4. You skip out on a continental breakfastIts true that the typical continental breakfast isnt usually the tastiest meal of the day, but a quick pit stop before heading out in the morning is a more affordable option than ordering overpriced (and often equally underwhelming) room service.How to Fix ItUnless youve planned for a fabulous breakfast or are anticipating brunch, breeze by the free brekkie to score a quick cup of coffee, grab a couple pieces of fruit, and eat something like an egg or piece of whole-grain toast. Your nutritious choices will tide you over, leave you with a snack for later, and free up a bit of extra cash too.5. You still pay for WiFiWiFi is essential for most travelers nowadays, yet elend all hotels offer it for free. Some charge for basic WiFi, while others offer options to upgrade to a faster speed, which might be mandatory if you plan to pop on your portable speaker to enjoy some Spotify jams or stream your favorite Netflix show while cozying up on a balcony.How to Fix ItMany free hotel loyalty programs offer fast complimentary WiFi to members. Youll also probably love some of the other benefits of being a member even if you dont stay often, such as options for early check-in or late check-out, along with food and beverage credits. Some groups like the Ritz-Carlton will help you sign up on the spot during your check-in, while most others have a section on their website where you can join.6. You dont consider the cost of resort feesResort fees charged by some hotels can rack up quickly. While the average fee clocks in around $25 per day, its not unheard of them to go as high as $50 per day. Whats more, a seemingl y affordable hotel may have other fees that arent completely clear and will be charged to your card on file separately from the room price you pay one TripAdvisor contributorreportedbeing charged an extra $90in random fees after booking a $170 room. YikesHow to Fix ItRead the fine print before you book If something isnt clear, call the hotel to confirm before you move forward. Know which fees to ask about, including resort fees, mandatory parking/valet fees, separate pool and spa fees, cleaning fees, newspaper delivery fees, and processing fees.This article first appeared on Brit + Co.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 jngste im bunde Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

7 insanely powerful lessons my mentor taught me (which I didnt realize until later)

7 insanely powerful lessons my mentor taught me (which I didnt realize until later)7 insanely powerful lessons my mentor taught me (which I didnt realize until later)Having a mentor is more than an opportunity.A true mentorship is one filled with emotional investment?- ?a desire in the mentor to see their knowledge manifest in another, and an ambition from the student to take each lesson to heart. In a true mentorship, the student learns and grows at a rapid rate, which is fulfilling to them, and the mentor sees a reflection of themselves, allowing them to further develop as they review some of their earliest lessons and challenges.A true mentorship is symbioticAnd that is why it is so rare.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreI have, for whatever reason, been fortunate to have multiple mentors in my life. When I welches 17 years old, I had a mentor in the World of Warcraft to whom I credit my development as a gamer. He is the reason I ended up becoming one of the highest ranked players in North America.When I welches 21 years old, I had a mentor at the gym who taught me everything about lifting weights. He was a powerlifter, and taught me much more than just how to bench or squat. He taught me how to approach the gym with a level of discipline and humility that ended up carrying over to other elements of my life.And when I turned 23 years old and started working at an advertising agency and Think Tank in Chicago calledIdea Booth, I found arguably the most influential mentor I have had to dateRon Gibori, a serial entrepreneur and creative director.What I learned from Ron was one parte industry related, one part self-development focused, and one part refined rebellion (that is the best way I can phrase it). As an experienced creative, it wasnt so much his working knowledge of advertising or his mastery over the art of networking that rubbed off on me. It was his mindset.Here are seven perspective-changing lessons Ive learned from my latest mentorship.1. There is always a thirdwayOne of my first days working at Idea Booth, Ron asked me to research how to get something posted for a brand within Flipboard.I poked around on Google for about 10 minutes and then came back to tell him, I looked, and its impossible. You can either do this, or this, but what youre asking for cant be done. He smiled and said, There is always a third way. Go find it. He was right. Twenty minutes later I figured it out.And to this day, whenever I fall into the trap of saying I cant figure it out, all he says is Flipboard, and I am reminded there is always another answer?- ?a third way.2. If someone likes your idea the first time you explain it, your idea isnt riskyenoughIve come to learn that the ideas most quickly praised are actually some of my weakest ideas.People praise them because they make sense and dont push boundaries?- ?they dont threaten anyone. This was so mething I didnt understand until I really started sharing my own ideas with the world. The valuable ideas are the ones people question, because where there is a question there is room to explore.The ideas that people immediately validate, that make them say Sure Love it are the safe ones, and tend to lack the risk needed to be truly influential and groundbreaking.3. Titles are meaninglessThis is a lesson I thought I had learned earlier in life, but it needed to be learned again.When I first started working at Idea Booth, I fell into the trap of wanting more. I was a kid fresh out of college and looked around at some of my peers who were in high-paying positions and had fancy titles next to their names, and I wanted that.I wanted that feeling of validation. I wanted people to know I was successful.But whenever I would spend time with Ron, practically asking him how I could have my own title, his only response was, Titles dont matter. Focus on doing great work instead.It took me a lon g time to understand how valuable that lesson is?- ?and even more so, how many people use a title as a way to cover up how little they actually know.They let their title speak for them, instead of their skills and working knowledge. And they expect people to listen to them because of their title, not because of what they actively bring to the table.4. Rewards are fleeting (and do not bring fulfillment)Another thing I would do (as an ambitious young creative) was ogle the sports cars, nice clothes, and gorgeous women who frequented the Chicago hot spots Ron would take me to.I would look around and say, I want that. I want that. I want that, to which Ron would say,If you judge your success off the things you have, you will never be fulfilled.Being a 23-year-old staring at a jet-black Ferrari parked outside of a fancy restaurant, those words are not easy to encode. But I see now how much those words have stuck with me. Because once you get one reward, you want the next one, and the nex t one, and ultimately they lead nowhere.Real fulfillment comes from being in love with what you do, and always pushing yourself to create your next best piece of work.5. Great ideas dont happen sitting behind adeskThe interesting thing about our dynamic is that Ron and I are both very similar and very different.I am obsessive about my repetitive daily routines, and he is fearless in his willingness to try new things. In many ways, this is something we taught each other. For me, this meant stepping outside of my comfort zone and being willing to ride the waves of life.What I learned from Ron was that as much as daily discipline is required for long-term, sustainable progress and growth, moments of inspiration and creative freedom rarely happen in a closed room. They happen when youre out in the world being exposed to new things. They happen over dinner at some crazy concept restaurant, or while watching live music in a grungy blues bar. They happen at an art museum, or while walking through a park. They happen on a roller coaster, or in a yoga class. They happen when you step outside what is familiar to you, and your senses are exposed to something different.These days, I try hard to do something I have never done before at least a few times a week?- ?because I see the value.6. Say yes, then figure out how to do itlaterOne of the fundamental changes I have witnessed in myself over the past few years has been my willingness to say yes to what is 100 percent unknown?- ?and I attribute that to having spent so much time watching and learning from a seasoned entrepreneur.Very rarely do you walk into a situation knowing all the answers, and this ambiguity used to keep me from saying yes to a lot of opportunities. Unless I knew exactly how I was going to do something, I would avoid it. What I have since learned is that the unknown is nothing to fear, and the only question you need to ask yourself is,Do I believe enough in myself to be able to figure it out?Thats it.If the opportunity intrigues you, say yes. Figure out how youre going to pull it off later. But get yourself in the trenches. Get your hands dirty. And know, deep down, that you have what it takes to get it done.7. True creatives are unapologetic in theirworkThis is hands down, the biggest lesson I learned from Ron, as well as the hardest.Every creative persons fear is rooted in judgment.What will people think of me? What if no one likes what I create? What if Im wrong? These fears are what keep many people from ever creating anything of value?- ?and simultaneously, force them to lean on the title creative. They call themselves creative more than they perform the act of creating, while the truly creative are the ones who are too busy working on their craft to care one way or another how people refer to them.For me, the manifestation of this lesson came through the publishing of my first book,Confessions of a Teenage Gamer. I had just started writing when I began working at Idea Booth, and it took me almost five years to complete and publish. The reason it took me so long was because I cared a lot about what people thought. I feared how people would take it and worried it wouldnt be good enough. I wondered if people would understand or appreciate it.Publishing this book showed me I had finally learned the lesson Ron had explained to me time and time again.You create for yourself,he would say.Your work is an expression of you. And you cant live your life in fear.This wasnt a lesson Ron sat down and taught me. It wasnt explained once or twice, and then I got it. This was a slow progression over several years, the result of my being in his presence and feeding off the energy of someone who was 100 percent confident in his ideas and willing to face the criticism of others.That is the value of a mentor, and what a true mentorship is.Its the opportunity to learn firsthand.It is not a class. It is not I teach you and then youre done. It is an experience. And the greates t lessons come from simply being in the presence of someone who possesses the qualities you hope to one day embody yourself.This article originally appeared on Inc. Magazine.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 Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

ASME Scholarships Awarded to 70 Student Members for 2018-2019

ASME Scholarships Awarded to 70 Student Members for 2018-2019 ASME Scholarships Awarded to 70 Student Members for 2018-2019 ASME Scholarships Awarded to 70 Student Members for 2018-2019For nearly 20 years, ASME has helped ensure the future of the engineering profession by providing financial support to outstanding undergraduate and graduate students. This year, 70 ASME student members received nearly $260,000 in scholarships through the ASME Foundation Scholarship Program and the ASME Auxiliary Scholarship Program.More than 30 different scholarships were offered through the ASME Scholarship Program for the 2018-2019 school year, including the Kenneth Andrew Roe Scholarship, the new ASME SC (Standards Certification) Division Scholarship, the Virginia Tech Memorial Scholarship and the Frank Dorothy Miller Scholarship. Elizabeth StapletonElizabeth Stapleton, a senior at Oral Roberts University was the recipient of ASMEs largest single-year scholarship and was named the Kenneth Andrew Roe Scholar for 2018-2019. The $13,000 scholarship, which is given to a junior or senior studying mechanical engineering, was established in 1991 in memory of the ASME past president and chair of the ASME Foundation.Stapleton, who is vice chair of the ASME student chapter at her university, said the scholarship would enable her to schliff her final year at the university as well as dedicate more time to encouraging greater student involvement with ASME at Oral Roberts University and participate in service projects, such as continuing to develop a sustainable sanitation and water supply system in Harare, Zimbabwe. By creating a strategic bridge between engineering students, ASME, and the engineering community at large, I believe there is great qualifikation to inspire the application of engineering to meet many of societys greatest needs, Stapleton wrote in response to receiving the scholarship. I am excited about the possibilities, and I am genuinely thankful to ASME for this award. Kyle SwofferAnother ASME student member, Kyle Swoffer, was named as the recipient of ASMEs newest scholarship, ASME SC (Standards Certification) Division Scholarship. Sponsored by the SC Division, this multi-year scholarship of up to $10,000 per year is awarded to ASME student members in their early years of undergraduate study who exhibit an interest in technology fields related to ASME SC such as clean energy, pressure technology, transportation, bioprocessing, medical devices, cranes and lifting devices, elevators and escalators, manufacturing, turbine generators, and risk analysis.In his letter, Swoffer, who is beginning his sophomore year at Kettering University in Flint, Mich., thanked the SC Division for awarding him the $10,000 scholarship. The scholarship will further push me to continue my efforts and in turn promote success in my studies, he said. The impact it will have on my life and education is incredible. Swoffer, who works part-time a t General Dynamics Land Systems as part of Ketterings co-op program in addition to his studies, said that while his school workload has made it difficult to participate in ASME activities, he intends to become more involved with the Society after graduating and obtain geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GDT) training through ASME. Eurydice KanimbaThis years recipient of the Virginia Tech Memorial Scholarship, Eurydice Kanimba, is pursuing a Ph.D. at Virginia Tech. The $4,000 scholarship, which was established in commemoration of the 2007 tragedy at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, is open to student members earning a masters degree or a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering at the university.Kanimba, who hails from Rwanda and was the recipient of two previous ASME scholarships as an undergraduate at Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas, said that as a student who arrived in the United States barely able to speak English she truly appre ciated the support that ASME has provided to help her complete her education. She also hopes her story will inspire students of similar backgrounds to strive for the pursuit of their education regardless of their financial situation, she wrote.A student member of ASME since she was a student Midwestern State and served as president, vice president and secretary of the schools ASME student chapter, Kanimba would like to continue her association with the Society by applying what she has learned in her graduate studies as a judge or advisor for the ASME Innovation Showcase (ISHOW) particularly the ISHOW in Kenya, she said. The social implications of hardware-based engineering solutions have always interested me, and I believe the formal education I am receiving at Virginia Tech is preparing me well for such a role, she wrote. Alexandra CrumpAlexandra Crump, a junior at the University of Missouri, was one of two recipients of the Frank Dorothy Miller Scholarship this ye ar, along with Daniel Speer of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The $2,000 scholarship is awarded to ASME student members in their second, third or fourth year of study based on their character, integrity, leadership and potential contributions to the mechanical engineering profession.Crump, who served as an executive member of her universitys ASME student chapter last year, said receiving the scholarship from ASME will enable her to remain involved in ASME activities, such as the upcoming Student Design Competition, as well continue to take part in a new underwater robotics group she helped establish at her university. Participating in my local ASME organization has made my college experience so much more valuable, she wrote. I have gained so many friends and colleagues. With this scholarship, I will be able to devote more time to ASME as well as my other organization SURF, the Students Underwater Robotics Foundation. Without the scholarship, she said, she wouldnt have been able t o stay active in unterstellung groups because she would have had to work instead.To view the complete list of 2018-2019 ASME scholarship winners, visit the Scholarship Winners web page on ASME.org.For more information on the ASME Scholarship Program, visit www.asme.org/career-education/scholarships-and-grants/scholarship-and-loans. To learn how you can support the program with a gift to the ASME Foundation, go to www.asme.org/about-asme/get-involved/asme-foundation.

NASAs ISS is Open for Business

NASAs ISS is Open for Business NASAs ISS is Open for Business Manufacturing Blog NASAs ISS is Open for BusinessThe International Space Station is officially open for business. NASA announced this past June at NASDAQ in New York City that it will expand commercial activities. The agency hopes to attract private companies from different industries to achieve a low-earth orbit (lwe) economy. This LEO economy will create a new source of funding and a new line of services to help NASA reach its goal of returning to the moon by 2024. NASA is opening the International Space Station to commercial opportunities, and absatzwirtschaft these opportunities as weve never done before, said Jeff DeWit, chief financial officer for NASA, in front of reporters and to potential investors at Wall Street.NASAs Plan for Commercial LEO Development lays out the steps for current and future objectives for the ISS commercial program. The opening to for-profit and marketing activities is a change in the previou s restrictions established by NASA. The current ISS National Lab mandate is limited to research and development, said Stephanie Schierholz, lead spokesperson of public affairs at NASA. This effort of commercialization is intended to broaden the scope of commercial activity on the space station beyond the ISS National Lab mandate.Commercial companies can now pay astronauts to advertise their products, use the space station for product manufacturing, and even use the ISS for marketing and entertainment purposes such as films, documentaries, and sporting events. This also opens the door for space tourism and transportation of people and cargo in low-Earth orbit.Editors Pick Making the Moon AccessibleThe stations last open port will be made available for commercial business where a new module can be attached. But it isnt cheap. A trip to the ISS will end up costing over $50 million. NASAs pricing policy breaks down its services into different categories, such as life support, stowage, p ower, and data downlink. Companies can purchase crew time up to 90 hours and limit the commercial cargo to 175 kilograms per year. Starting next year, commercial astronauts can stay on the ISS for short-durations. This coincides with the commercial space shuttle launches from Boeing and SpaceX, which will be available for private companies to send commercial astronauts into space. NASA will charge $35,000 a night per commercial astronaut to stay on the ISS.Several companies have already proposed their LEO commercialization studies with NASA. Axiom, Boeing, Deloitte, Lockheed Martin, and Jeff Bezos Blue Origin are just some of the companies looking to launch pilot studies to help shape the framework of a LEO economy. NASA has provided a guide for those looking to get their commercial activity on the ISS.Read more about the Commercial Crew The Return of Manned MissionsA LEO economy will be vital for the ISS and NASA going forward. According to the Washington Post, funding for the ISS will end in 2024. Currently, a third of NASAs $3-billion annual operating budget goes toward the ISS. As we continue to push for the commercialization of space travel and look toward establishing the moon as a base for future Mars missions, we will need the ISS and other low-orbit space stations for supplies, fuel, and resources. This endeavor of colonizing space is too great for just NASA, and by using the resources of private companies, we can establish a network of services for future space travel.Carlos Gonzalez is special projects editor.

Unusual Article Uncovers the Deceptive Practices of Example College Resume

Unusual Article Uncovers the Deceptive Practices of Example College Resume The Appeal of Example College Resume Academic writing is just one of the principal skills every student should have. Programs are not that interested in applicants who have chosen their program due to the standing of the school. College admission essays are among the most crucial sections of the admission practice. Writing college admission essay is vitally important. Soon enough, youre going to be applying to colleges. Scholarships are a sort of student financial aid that do not need repayment, provided that you satisfy the conditions of the award and utilize it as directed. You may be taken aback at what the majority of universities offer, often at no cost. Colleges really like to realize that youre interested about something, and not simply at a club level. They dont want you to be well-rounded. They want overall good people, not just smart people. They love to show off their students. Make su re the essay will do the job for one mora colleges question. It is a relatively short piece of writing on a particular topic. It should tell a story that gives the officer an idea of what kind of person you are while allowing yurself to show off a bit. Use online college essay help to come across synonyms that is likely to make your writing both more expressive and not as repetitive. If you wish to compose an outstanding paper, you dont just will need to write with strong vocabulary and strong grammar, but in addition, you need to draw the application readers in with a compelling topic. Over the span of your academic career, you are going to be asked to compose several papers and essays on several different topics, based on the class. Ideally, youll also have others look over your essay before you submit your application. In order to create your essay something a college application reviewer would want to read, think about writing about something you truly feel passionately ab out. Undoubtedly, its a wonderful try however, you shouldnt avoid different approaches too. As youre researching, youre educating yourself on a particular topic. Rather than focusing on yourself, youre now concerned about competing with others that are looking at identical colleges. Regardless of the subject and intricacy of the endeavor, a critical part of succeeding is getting your work checked and evaluated by means of an expert. Planning is vital as it provides a medium for somebody to set goals and choose how they will need to be achieved. Your application is going to be one among an ocean of different applications, and you have to stand besides the crowd. For instance, one of the initial steps is an interactive tool to direct you on the best way to tackle weaknesses in your profile. Heres What I Know About Example College Resume Introduction A personal development program is among the most efficient tools for students and professionals who wish to accomplish excelle nce in their various fields. Just browse our site for the service you need and place your purchase. Insightful and Well-Written Personal Essays An interesting personal essay may add a great deal of weight to a superb application. Writing help is the introduction of a resume letter. Youre able to write a letter to your buddy or an update on Facebook, but there are various heights of writing. The purpose is to attend a minumum of one social event every fourteen days. By starting early, you can assemble a stronger application that might help you get into your fantasy college. After all, there are lots of bright, talented students who arent great test takers. An application doesnt tell you a lot about an individual besides their interests and what theyre good at. Applying ED means that should you are accepted, youre committing to attend that university. You probably wont find lots of other academic CVs before you must compose your own once you make an application for graduate courses. Its important to compose an essay that may stick out amongst the crowd of applicants. Simply speaking, your Common App essay should give the admissions committee with insight into whether youre a great match for their program. Example College Resume Ideas Another way to come up with your conclusion is to project in the future and paint a succinct picture of your upcoming self. Furthermore, obtaining an internal connection is a fantastic way to make certain that your resume will get reviewed. You have to be at least 18 decades old by September 24, 2018. For instance, dont just tellme which you are hard-working.

Choosing Software Engineer Resume Is Simple

Choosing Software Engineer Resume Is Simple If you own a lot of work on GitHub, GitHub Pages is an effortless method to turn yur repositories into a web site that may act as your portfolio. Fortunately, there are lots of websites area you are able to convenance coding questions. Following that, you ought to be in a position to find that the people that you may knowis just an unordered list. To begin with, construct your master list of every skill youve got. Submitting Your Resume Too many individuals stop with only one avenue. Everybody knows the way to utilize Microsoft Word. Cutting finance from the equation is also wonderful. A portfolio isnt a resume. A programming portfolio is able to help you stick out from a sea of different candidates. Software Engineer Resume - Overview Too many job seekers will just search Monster and the other assorted job websites, post a resume to a couple opportunities listed, then settle back and wait. Lengthy resumes do not draw in the re cruiters much and will likely be ignored. Lying about your occupation is a huge mistake and youll be caught easily during the interview procedure. Its important to keep in mind youre interviewing the provider just like they are interviewing you. Getting in a position to pass technical interviews is important for career growth for a software engineer, yet it can be difficult to understand just how to prepare. It is possible to have a look at the software engineer job description released by the recruiter to know the responsibilities necessary for the position. Thus, dont be fearful of being a tiny bit mischievous and adventurous in case you have any inclination to do so. The group is a rather positive and beneficial community and if youve got a question or want feedback on a resume you will probably be very please with the response you become. A good deal of positions arent posted on the standard websites and require a bit more investigating. You dont need to include each and every position youve ever held. Last, include developer certifications you have here. Also list the many platforms youve developed applications for, since many businesses specialize in a specific platform. Check out various developer resume samples to realize how other professionals list their certifications. For instance, if youre a software developer, you may want to concentrate on individuals with management function in the regions of software development. Backend Engineer on the opposite hand could be asked about database and servers. An outstanding Software Developer Resume, like this example, will incorporate a variety of impressive skills your employer is searching for in a candidate. Software Developer Resume Samples can be discovered at wisdomjobs.com. Software developers ought to be technical workers. If youre asking for a software engineering position you need to have a GitHub account. To begin with, list the master list of each and every skill youve got, obvi ously linked to your experience for a software engineer The reality for a lot of my software engineer clients is they frequently dont know the financial bottom line. Since most of our technology is totally free and open source, zero investments are essential to adopt something new. By focusing on it, you can better your chances greatly. Your objective is to quantifiably prove that you are able to. Youre able to set your day-to-day goals so you can follow your own pace. The target of your resume is to secure you the interview. Mention how you heard about the business and the opening, and mention how your distinct abilities and experience is going to be a good fit in their opinion. You may use the next sample and edit based on your abilities and experience. Customized means you speak about the skills youve got and the way in which they relate to a particular function. Soft abilities, on the flip side, are interpersonal skills.

How to Recruit on Twitter - Spark Hire

How to Recruit on Twitter - Spark HireThink Twitter is off limits to online recruiting? Think again. Retweeting, mentioning and hashtagging are all means of networking on this particular social network, and using these techniques of getting and staying in touch with your followers can help you find your next new hire.You may be clueless as to how to get departureed, but with a little practice, youll be able to identify and abflug interacting with potential job candidates.First, you must establish your own presence on Twitter. Recruiting on Twitter will yield few results if users see that youre leid engaged on this social media platform. Not to mention, when job candidates are conducting an online job search, theyre going to be attracted to companies that have a social media presence. Using Twitter says that youre not only engaged with companies and businesses in your industry but in todays general marketplace as well.Second, you must begin engaging with other Twitter users, specifica lly those within your industry. Start by following companies and individuals that you know of in your industry. Monitor their behavior and interactions to identify those Twitter users that seem to stand out in their engagement on Twitter. To better keep track of these users, create Lists on the social network. Youll be able to follow and dialogue easier with those professionals who are of interest to you and your company.You can also find Twitter users inside and out of your industry by searching keywords on Twitter. For instance, if youre an entrepreneurial software developer, you can find others on Twitter by conducting a simple search. Again, add these users to a list of key individuals and companies that you want to target in your online recruiting efforts.Third, start using hashtags. If youre attending a conference or webinar, live tweet the event along with other followers. This not only places you at the forefront of current events within your industry but in the same company with individuals and Twitter users who are just as hardworking and motivated when it comes to emerging practices and techniques. As a result, youll develop a following of hard core enthusiasts within the industry.Also use hashtags for job openings, your city location or keywords like resume and interview. Twitter users conducting an online search for job opportunities will be directed to you through these hashtags.Youll soon find in using Twitter that its an open community of users that not only want to stay informed but stay in touch. Its not unusual for relationships to start on Twitter and turn into real-life partnerships. Dont be afraid to get involved, start dialogue and create relationships on Twitter. Youll soon find that Twitter holds real value in the recruitment process.How else can you recruit new hires via Twitter? Share now in our comments

Tips to Speed up Your Recruitment Process

Tips to Speed up Your Recruitment ProcessTips to Speed up Your Recruitment ProcessDeciding whether and when to extend the job offer in the recruitment process can be an excruciating exercise for hiring managers. If youve hired the wrong candidate before, you may want to take your time so you can be confident in your decision. But waiting too long to hire can leave you lamenting the one that got away, especially in todays employment market.Talented candidates are in high demand and short supply. They hold the advantage, and they dont like to wait.What job candidates say about a long recruitment processIn a recent Robert Half survey, 57 percent of the mora than 1,000 U.S. workers polled said the most frustrating part of the job search is waiting to see if they got the lokalitt after going through the interview process.How long is too long? Nearly one-quarter lose interest in the firm if they dont hear back within one week after the initial interview another 46 percent lose interest if theres no status update from one-to-two weeks post-interview. Candidates expect the recruitment process, from interview to offer, to be wrapped up quickly.Besides just losing interest, many of the respondents (39 percent) said a lengthy hiring process would lead them to lose interest in the job and pursue other opportunities. Ouch Imagine if your top candidate removed him- or herself from the recruitment process because you dragged your feet.Learn more about why managers need to move quickly in their recruiting efforts, what workers want and what it takes for companies to bring them on board in Robert Halfs report, The Demand for Skilled Talent.How a long recruitment process can hurt your businessThe hiring process provides a window into the overall corporate culture, says Paul McDonald, senior executive director of Robert Half. If people feel their career potential will be stifled by a slow-moving organization, they will take themselves out of the running.Beyond that, consider that in-demand candidates may have multiple companies competing for their talents. The longer you wait to extend a job offer, the more likely it is that another firm will do so first and snag the professional you had hoped to bring on board.A quick but informed recruitment processWhats a hiring manager to do? On the one hand, job seekers exiting the interview process expect a quick decision. On the other hand, that costly hiring mistake you made last year still haunts you. You probably feel like youre between a rock and a hard place.Discover what making a bad hire could cost your organization.It doesnt have to be that way. Yes, hiring is one of the most important decisions your firm makes. But that doesnt mean the recruitment process must drag on.With an organized approach, a full understanding of your companys needs and the exorcising of unreasonable expectations, you can create a quick but informed decision-making process - and get a step ahead of your competitors. The key takeaway i s for firms to tighten their timelines without skipping steps, McDonald explains.Follow these steps to a timely, successful recruitment processDefine - or re-define - your hiring needIts foolish to think that any candidate will fit the bill until you know what you want. So be sure your hiring criteria are clearly outlined from the start. If youre staffing an existing position, consider how your needs may have changed since the job welches last vacant.Be meticulous in crafting the job descriptionNot only will this ensure you attract candidates who are truly qualified, it will serve as a performance evaluation tool once youve found your perfect hire. Be honest about the duties the position does and does not entail. Dont over-promise room for advancement or gloss over unglamorous tasks like filing. Clearly state the degrees, certifications or experience required. This will help you quickly evaluate the first round of applications.See the essential elements of a job description that a ttracts strong candidates.Get in positionMake sure youve secured the sign-off to staff the job along with an approved salary range and the buy-in from stakeholders that hiring is a priority. You dont want to find the perfect candidate only to be unable to pull the trigger and have to start the recruitment process back at square one.Set a schedule and a deadlinelager out time for the interview process and commit to it, consolidating on-site meetings in one or two days, if possible. Set dates for key steps like deciding whom to call in for an interview, when you want to offer the position and a start date.Use these top 10 interview questions to help find a great hire.Be consistent, objective and realisticBe sure youre not creating a job very few, if any, people could be considered qualified for. Of course you have the dream candidate in mind. But ask yourself Does that person really exist? Holding out for Mr. or Mrs. Right is a surefire way to delay the recruitment process. Decide on four or five must-have attributes and apply them to every candidate. And take notes during interviews so you can objectively review every candidate at the end of the interview process, when all your encounters may seem to run together in your memory.Check referencesYou want to be efficient, not foolhardy, so dont speed up the recruitment process at all costs. Checking references, for example, is not a step to be rushed through. It could be crucial in avoiding a hiring mistake.Find out how - and why - to check references every time.Dont leave them hanging - even for a little whileDuring the interview process, let candidates know when they may expect to hear back from you, and follow through. You know your silence means youre polishing your offer package, but a potential hire might interpret it as disinterest and pursue another job.Make the decisionWhen you find that next addition to your team, youll want to make a verbal offer pending any reference or background checks before you negotiate an offer package. Make sure you have the buy-in from fellow stakeholders to do this - and then plektron up the phoneHiring is among the most critical decisions your company makes, but its importance can lead to paralysis in the recruitment process. With an understanding of the key attributes youre looking for in a candidate and an organized, targeted approach, you can nab the best talent quickly without suffering hirers remorse.Youll have a hard time hiring the best talent without a strong compensation package. Find out how your salary ranges stack up with our annual Salary Guides.

Customize this Outstanding Infrastructure Consultant Resume Sample

Customize this Outstanding Infrastructure Consultant Resume SampleCustomize this Outstanding Infrastructure Consultant Resume SampleCreate Resume Quintin McMahon100 Broadway LaneNew Parkland, CA, 91010Cell (555) 987-1234example-emailexample.comProfessional SummaryHighly motivated Infrastructure Consultant offering sound guidance spanning multiple technical and structural platforms. Proficient in systems management, solution designs and budget allocations. Ability to build, train, and mentor efficient and productive infrastructure support teams.Core QualificationsSolution designsResource allocationInfrastructure setupCost analysisComputer proficiencyExceptional leadership abilitiesOral/written communicationsExperienceInfrastructure Consultant, November 2012 PresentAllister Services New Cityland, CAAssist with determining infrastructure setup needs.Prepare recommendation reports and corresponding budget summaries.Coordinate resource allocations during infrastructure management phase .Liaise with development and testing teams prior to implementation.Provide purchase recommendations based on allocated project budgets.Assist with the establishment of infrastructure management teams.Coordinate with environmentally consultants as warranted to address project-related energy usage and resource utilization issues.Infrastructure Consultant, March 2009 October 2012Industrial Resources New Cityland, CAEstablished infrastructure teams and implemented updated training procedures.Consulted with IT staff to make technical recommendations based on project-specific goals.Identified weaknesses in existing infrastructure setup.Recommended cost effective implementation methods.Prepared required reports detailing infrastructure recommendations in accordance with project requirements.Education2012 Bachelor of Science, Computer ScienceUniversity of California New Cityland, CA2008 Bachelor of Science, EngineeringUniversity of California New Cityland, CACustomize Resume

What to Do When Youre Stuck in a Rut

What to Do When Youre Stuck in a Rut What to Do When Youre Stuck in a Rut Are you an independent creative professional stuck in a rut? Here’s how to kick the freelance funk. It starts small with one unproductive day when you should be hard at work on your lengthy to-do list. The hours tick by while you accomplish little more than staring at your Facebook feed and eating too many snacks. You move today’s to-do list items to the next day. Tomorrow will be better and it’ll be easier to focus, you tell yourself. But then it’s not. As deadlines close in and the guilt swells, you manage to eek out the work that absolutely must be done, but you just can’t get into the zone. You’re barely keeping up, and you’re certainly not looking ahead. You’re stuck in a rut. I know the feeling. In fact, the cruel irony is that while I write this I’m stuck in a mini-rut myself. I pitched this blog post assignment during a crunch time when a quickly approaching vacation provided just enough pressure to keep me on task. But now that my vacation is over, things are a bit slower and that pressure - a procrastinator’s frenemy - has eased. So, what’s a freelancer to do? With two-plus years of freelancing under my belt, this isn’t the first time I’ve been stuck in a rut. Luckily, I’ve always managed to climb out and find the necessary motivation. Depending on the situation, some tricks get the job done better than others. With that in mind, here are some tactics that have helped me get my freelance mojo back. Take a break I usually map out my week on Monday morning and break down what I need to accomplish each day. But sometimes I fail to focus on that task, which leads me to fall behind. For instance, I’ll find myself surfing the web, hoping to find inspiration. That approach rarely works. So now I’ve started giving myself permission to do something that may sound counterintuitive: I take some time to myself. I use the break to do something productive that’s non-work-related - finish the laundry, run an errand, prep dinner - so I still feel a sense of accomplishment from using my time wisely. I’m often able to use that momentum to refocus after the break. Try the Pomodoro Technique When I’m having trouble getting started on a particular project (or any project), I often turn to the Pomodoro Technique. In a nutshell, here’s how it works: Choose a task to be accomplished. Set a timer to 25 minutes. (The “Pomodoro” is the name of the branded timer, which you can purchase, but I just use my phone timer.) Work on the task until the Pomodoro rings. Take a five-minute break. For every four Pomodoros you complete, take a longer break. This method works because it transforms an overwhelming task (finishing a monster project) into a manageable one (work for 25 minutes). More often than not, that small chunk of time is all I need to sink my teeth into a project. And once I get rolling, I can usually get a lot done with just a few Pomodoros. Then I can ride that wave of accomplishment to start on something else. I’ve never been one to write for hours in one sitting anyway, so this gives me permission to operate the way I work best with some discipline baked in. SEARCH OUR JOB OPENINGS Remember that lost time = lost money When I become lax about getting work done or seeking new projects, reviewing the spreadsheet I use to track projects and invoices can be enlightening. If I have a lot of projects in the works, it reminds me just how much I must accomplish, which can provide the kick in the pants I need. Plus, it’s helpful to be reminded of the money I’ll earn the quicker I get the work done. If there’s little work in the pipeline, it can motivate me to finish the assignments I do have so there’s time for quick-turnaround assignments that hopefully come my way. Forego the familiar when you're stuck in a rut I was an editor at a design magazine for 16 years, so the bulk of my work revolves around design and creativity. While it’s nice that my bread and butter comes from familiar territory, I can become fatigued from the same types of assignments over and over. I find that occasionally pursuing a project or two outside of my niche gives me just enough variety in my workload. Find a new place to work I’m usually content to work from home during the hours my kids are at school. I tend to be an introvert who likes quiet surroundings. But several months ago I tried to work at a local coffee shop for a few hours each afternoon. I was surprised at how productive I was thanks to a change of environment and the absence of the distractions of home. If you find yourself stuck in a rut frequently, maybe it’s time to change up the scenery by giving a coffee shop or coworking space a try. You might even pursue a temporary on-site gig. Take time off Taking a vacation, whether it’s to travel or spend time with family at home, has kept me from staying stuck in a rut. The time off helps me recharge, but just as important, having a break on the calendar gives me something to look forward to. According to Forbes, research by the U.S. Travel Association shows that taking time off increases productivity and boosts health. If you haven’t taken a vacation in a while, get into the habit of scheduling one every six months or so. If you can’t afford to take a chunk of time out all at once, try integrating a series of long weekends into your schedule. Get physical Research shows exercise not only gets your blood pumping, but can also get your creative juices flowing. If your productivity tanks around a particular time of day, rather than turning on the TV or napping, take a short walk, hit the gym or do an exercise video. It may give you the burst of energy you need to make the most of the next few hours. Show your social side If you freelance from home, it’s easy to hole up for days on end. For me, this results in some highly productive stretches followed by a big fizzle. Scheduling a weekly lunch date with an old coworker or fellow freelancer helps energize me. It also gives me a chance to commiserate, get support, share ideas - and sometimes secure new work. And in the case of connecting with old colleagues, it can be a nice reminder that, for me, the grass is greener on the freelance side of the fence. Add some structure If you consider not being constrained to a 9-to-5 schedule a freelance perk, you may be in for a rude awaking. Having the flexibility to put in extra hours when there’s extra work (or during the time of day when you’re most creative) is a plus. But sitting at your desk at all hours of the day and night will eventually backfire. Putting some parameters on your work vs. non-work time may motivate you to be more efficient and give you better work/life balance. Having young kids automatically sets these boundaries for me, and I know I’d be even more prone to procrastination without them. Revisit goals If you’ve tried everything and still find yourself stuck in a rut, it may be time to take a step back and reevaluate your career. Ask yourself some tough questions. For instance, are your career plans still progressing in the right direction? Can you make a pivot that would help you be happier or more successful? Are you truly stretching and growing your skills? It’s easy to keep traveling down the same well-worn path simply because the terrain is familiar. But if you find yourself stuck in a rut, you may want to correct your course. I did this a year into my freelance career when I cut ties with my first, biggest and most steady client. The job was wearing on me, and the hourly rate wasn’t as high as some of the other projects I had added to my roster since leaving my full-time job. Plus, I was finding that the new work energized me more. It was a revelation that took my business in a new and exciting direction. We all hit slumps, so remember that it’s normal and don’t beat yourself up. If you do find yourself stuck in a rut, I encourage you to try a few of these tactics. If it doesn’t work, do something else. The important thing is to keep trying to fight the funk. And if you have your own great tip, please share it here so I can add it to my toolkit. Sarah Whitman is a freelance writer and editor specializing in graphic design, career advice and healthcare.  

Compliance Auditor Job Description

Compliance Auditor Job Description Compliance Auditor Job Description Compliance Auditor Job Description This compliance auditor sample job description can assist in your creating a job application that will attract job candidates who are qualified for the job. Feel free to revise this job description to meet your specific job duties and job requirements. Compliance Auditor Job Responsibilities: Protects assets by completing audits; ensuring compliance with regulations and internal controls; recommending improvements in internal control structure; guiding the work of auditors. Compliance Auditor Job Duties: Accomplishes compliance work requirements by orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, guiding auditors. Meets work standards by following production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving operational problems; identifying work process improvements. Meets cost standards by monitoring expenses; implementing cost-saving actions. Prepares for audit by researching materials; formulating a plan of action. Ensures compliance with regulations and controls by examining and analyzing records, reports, operating practices, and documentation; recommending opportunities to strengthen the internal control structure Verifies assets and liabilities by comparing items to documentation. Completes audit work papers and memorandums by documenting audit tests and findings. Comunicates audit progress and findings by preparing reports; providing information in meetings. Supports external auditors by coordinating information requirements. Provides management reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing management information. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations. Enhances compliance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Compliance Auditor Skills and Qualifications: Audit, Quality Management, Reporting Research Results, Analyzing Information , Statistical Analysis, Ad Hoc Reporting, Objectivity, General Consulting Skills, Operations Research, Accounting, SFAS Rules Employers: Post a job in minutes to reach candidates everywhere. Job Seekers: Search Compliance Auditor Jobs and apply on now. Learn more about how to write a job description: How to Write a Job Description Resource Page HR Salary Information: Employee Compensation Benchmarking 101: How to Pay New Hires

How to send an effective Cover letter email.com

How to send an effective Cover letter email.com How to send an effective Cover letter email.com You only get one chance to make a first impression which is why your cover letter email is so important. Emailing a cover letter  is your chance to show why youre the best candidate for the job and to demonstrate that youre a professional who is serious about the application.The email cover letter should provide information on your expertise, such as your qualifications, skills, and experience as well as the reasons why youre applying for the role. You need to show the employer why youre a good fit for the position and to grab their attention so they look at your resume.Candidates are often too quick to send an email cover letter. This is a mistake. It is worth spending some time focusing on each aspect of the cover letter to ensure its up to scratch. In a competitive job market, marginal gains are everything.Your  professional resume is still the most powerful tool you have at your disposal  when youre job hunting and using a resume builder is an effective way of nailing it. You cov er letter needs to work in tandem with your resume.How to send an email cover letterOne of the most important pieces of cover letter advice is to always follow the employers instructions. Failure to follow basic instructions during the application process gives the wrong impression. It seems sloppy and unprofessional.Sending an email cover letter and resume as attachmentsIf the instructions in the job posting say  to include your cover letter as an attachment, then do so. Either include it as a Word document or as a PDF. As youll include both your resume and cover letter its important to clearly name both files (e.g. petergreencover.pdf and petergreenresume.pdf).Sending an email cover letter as the main emailIf the job posting instructions dont state whether to include your cover letter as an attachment, it is best to copy and paste your cover letter and include it as the main email, with just your resume attached. This way, when an employer double clicks on your application email, they will instantly see your attention-grabbing cover letter.How to write a an email cover letter for a job applicationA professional cover letter should follow a clear cover letter format. It should start with a header, an opening paragraph (why youre applying), a second main paragraph (why youre the best candidate), a closing paragraph (thank them for their time and state whats attached), and an electronic signature.Before you start writing it, you should carefully read through the job posting and identify the key job requirements. You should then analyze your own expertise and be ready to show how your skill set matches the job. Each cover letter should be tailored for each application.You should choose some examples of when youve demonstrated each key requirement and include them in your cover letter. This is much more convincing than just saying youre innovative, creative, or dynamic.Cover letter email exampleGet more  cover letter examples advice  in our guide with tips and in formation about all aspects of a good cover letter structure.Subject: Customer Services Position: Jane CooperDear Ms. Wilson,I would like to express my interest in the position of Customer Service Representative which is advertised on LinkedIn. I believe that my four years of experience in customer services and my positive attitude make me the ideal candidate for this position.I am used to working in a target-driven environment and have surpassed my personal targets for three consecutive years. I have also won two Passion Awards for my approach towards delivering excellent customer service. My strong communication skills which have been recognized through consistent positive feedback from our customers.Thank you for taking the time to consider my application. Please find a copy of my resume attached. I look forward to having the chance to discuss what I can bring to the role in more details.Sincerely yours,Jane Cooper

Perfecting Your Resume [Checklist]

Perfecting Your Resume [Checklist] Perfecting Your Resume [Checklist] Your Christmas wish list isn’t the only list you need to read and check twice. A resume checklist- a list of must-dos for your resume - can be essential for job search success. “Most of the time, people just dive head-first into the resume, with a purpose of including everything and the kitchen sink,” according to Dawn Rasmussen, certified resume writer and founder of Pathfinder Writing and Career Services . But, “without a checklist, people often end up including non-essential information and forget critical things,” she points out. With a resume checklist , you can avoid mistakes and “provide a potential employer with the exact information that they are seeking,” Rasmussen says. But what should go on it? Glassdoor has created an easy-peasy guide to help you craft the perfect resume , along with a checklist you can read and tick off as you write. But below, you’ll find the TL;DR version, in which we and Rasmussen walk you through the essentials of any good resume checklist. According to Glassdoor’s guide, you shouldn’t go overboard with intricate or decorative resume templates . Instead, stick to styles with sufficient white space and an 11-point font. What’s more, Rasmussen recommends placing your target job title at the top of a resume. “Every resume should have a target job title headline at the top of the document,” she says. “This acts as an introduction so the reader’s expectations are shaped as to what they can anticipate reading about. This job title headline acts as a clarifying driver and a lynchpin.” In your experience section, you must include- at a minimum- the following information: But perhaps more importantly, you must find a way to quantify the experience you list out. Our guide encourages you to use concrete data points whenever possible, and Rasmussen agrees. “It is very tempting to do the old copy and paste of your current job description into your employment experience, but a critical element of success here is to demonstrate the ‘so what?’ by creating concise bulleted sentences that take tasks and put them into practical application with measurable results,” she says. “For example, you don’t want to say you met with clients. It’s much better to say, ‘generated $50,000 surge in new revenue after meeting with clients to better understand how company products could fit their needs.’” In other words, “complete the thought of what you want to say and provide the impact not the task.” Our guide advises you to include all your positions- even those that may not directly relate to the job for which you are applying. Why? Because those jobs can still be used to show off the skills you have and will presumably use in your new job and at your new place of work. Plus, “career movement is critical for job seekers,” Rasmussen says. “Employers like to hire movers and shakers, so how are you demonstrating traction? Make sure that professional development is on your resume checklist so you can show employers that you have current job knowledge, minimal skill gaps, and are well-poised to contribute thought leadership that will propel companies into meeting future clients’ needs as well as industry changes.” When you’re writing or editing your resume, make sure to check the job listing for relevant keywords you can add to your document. It’s important for those keywords to make their way onto resume because many companies use tech that scans applications for keywords. And if the tech can’t find the words it’s looking for, your resume could end up in the trash. While you need to optimize your resume for technology, as described above, you also need to make it human-friendly by “putting the things most relevant and interesting to this job up top,” the Glassdoor guide recommends. “Remember, hiring managers spend an average of six seconds looking at your resume, so you want to [very, very] quickly catch their eye.” The last thing on your checklist should be to reread your work, checking for errors in both grammar and spelling, and any missed opportunities to show off your skills. Even resume writers edit their work. “Resume writers must embrace perfection yet they are also human and therefore prone to making mistakes,” Rasmussen says. “The best words of advice I received about writing a resume then editing was to read the document from the bottom up. We are trained to skim from top down, and that’s where our eyes can completely skip over or block out glaring issues. Reading the resume from the top up is challenging though.” You may also want to have another person- a trusted friend, colleague, career coach, or mentor- read over your work before submitting it. “When you have read something a thousand times, a fresh pair of eyes can help zero in on mistakes,” Rasmussen points out.

Here are some ways to cope with your money shame

Here are some ways to cope with your money shame Here are some ways to cope with your money shame According to research professor,  Brené Brown, there is a big difference between shame and guilt. She says that “…guilt is adaptive and helpful â€" it’s holding something we’ve done or failed to do up against our values and feeling psychological discomfort.”Shame, on the other hand, is “the intensely painful feeling or experience of believing that we are flawed and therefore unworthy of love and belonging â€" something we’ve experienced, done, or failed to do makes us unworthy of connection.” To simplify that for you: guilt is the feeling that we’ve  done  something bad and shame is feeling that  we  are bad.Why is that distinction important? According to Brené’s research, shame is actually not helpful at all. In fact, it can lead people to destructive and hurtful behavior. Contrarily, guilt can be a motivating emotion. It can encourage people to make more beneficial decisions and change their behavior for the better. Understanding the distinction can change how to speak to our loved ones and influence the language we use when talking about ourselves.And what does this have to do with money? Well, shame comes up a lot when it comes to money. In our society, we put a lot of value on financial standing, and we tend to blame ourselves if we aren’t keeping up with our peers. When we shame ourselves for our past financial decision or our current financial situation, we can feel incapable of making any changes. If you want to move forward and get yourself into a better place, you have to learn how to cope with your shame in a way that means it will lessen over time.How can you do that?Talk to Your Loved Ones About MoneyThe more we open up about something, the less isolated and ashamed we will feel. I guarantee that you know people who have made the same decisions or been in the same positions as you have. But you won’t know that if you don’t open up about where you are and where you’ve been. Feeling alone in our experiences means we will feel isolated and more likely to beat ourselves up. Opening up about our money struggles will help us find people who are going through the same things, and it will also help break the money taboo within our social circles.You can start this by just being honest when you can’t necessarily afford to do something. Tell your friends that you’re trying to pay down your credit card, so you’re cutting back on dining out. Suggest more affordable socializing options. You might be surprised at how many people you know who are struggling with the same things.Forgive Yourself for Your Past DecisionsI’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: you have to forgive yourself for the financial mistakes you’ve made in the past. It’s normal to be frustrated and wish that you’d done something different, but it won’t actually change what happened. Now, this is easier said than done. Forgiveness, especially self-forgiveness, isn’t just a switch you can flip.I recommend coming up with positive affirmations and repeating them to yourself daily. Here are just a few I can think of: I am not defined by my past decisions. I am capable of improving my financial life. I deserve to be free of money shame. What are a few affirmations that you can repeat to yourself to help you move on from the past?Make a List of Everything You’ve Done WellIt’s easier to focus on the things we’ve done wrong and forget about the things that we’ve done well. I know that I tend to agonize over my perceived shortcomings more often than I praise my successes. So I’m willing to bet that you do the same. Sit down and make a list of all of the things that you’ve done well in your life. These things can be big or small.It doesn’t just have to relate to money, it can be anything. However, an additional step can be to show how you can apply that action to a financial activity. If you’re really good at finishing your tasks at work every day, maybe you can add a financial task to your to-do list at work.Recognize That Your Mistakes Can Teach You How to Do BetterIf we never mess up, we can’t learn how to do things better! Of course, we often wish we never had to learn our lesson, especially when it comes to money, but using your mistakes as a guide will help you. If you look back at your past financial behavior, pick out the things that hurt you the most. How can you make sure that you don’t repeat those behaviors in your life moving forward? Instead of punishing yourself for those mistakes, let them show you what you don’t want to do now.Choose Small Things You Can Start Doing NowProgress doesn’t always have to mean making huge changes or reaching big goals. In fact, making progress often means making small, incremental changes that will lead you to a different circumstance. You can’t expect yourself to be a completely new person overnight. You have to take small steps towards your bigger goals and be patient with yourself. What is one new thing you can start doing this week that will help to improve your financial situation?Here are some ideas: Make a list of all of your monthly expenses, so that you know exactly how much needs to go out every month. Sign up for a budget tracking platform like  Mint,  YNAB, or  ClarityMoney. Take a money minute at least once a week, where you sit down to review your spending and compare it to your monthly budget. Work With a ProfessionalWhether it’s a therapist, a coach, or a financial planner, sometimes you have to hire a professional. If you’ve tried to do the things I mentioned above, and you still can’t relinquish your money shame, you might need to enlist someone to help you. If there are deep, painful issues that you need to work through, a therapist is probably your best bet. If you want to focus on moving forward and identifying and implementing solutions, a coach might be best. If you just want someone who will tell you exactly what to do with your money, a financial planner will probably be the most help.Good luck!This article was originally published on MaggieGermano.

Plan Your Career or Follow Your Gut

Plan Your Career or Follow Your Gut Plan Your Career or Follow Your Gut Do people with five- and 10-year plans find more career success? Are they happier?I recently spoke to Nancy, a mid-level executive in an energy company. She complained that she never had a big goal toward which she was working, no five- or 10-year plan.She decided to accept or decline each opportunity as it arose. When it came to job interviews and performance reviews, she was unable to answer the question “Where do you see yourself in five or ten years?” She said she felt flawed in some way.I could relate. I spent a good portion of my adult life thinking that I was screwed up in some huge way because I didn’t have long-term goals and made my career decisions based on what opportunities arose. It wasn’t until my 40s that I decided my way of doing it was as good as any other because those with plans seemed no happier or more successful than I. In fact, when their plans don’t work out, the planners often seem more bitter or resentful than those who never plan.Not having a lon g-term plan didn’t seem to have hurt Nancy, either. She’d just earned a big promotion at her company while colleagues all around her were being laid off. The only thing “wrong” with Nancy that I could perceive was her belief that there was something wrong. I tried to reassure her that there was nothing intrinsically better about having a five- or 10-year plan, despite all the reams of paper in books and magazines compelling us to create one.Then I came upon a relevant piece of research in the book “Primal Leadership” by Daniel Goleman, Richard Boyatzis and Annie McKee: “There’s no right way … to plan for the future; research has shown that it’s a very personal process. When people do try to follow a prescribed model, their learning plans usually get relegated to the bottom drawer. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to formulating a useful agenda for your future.”It turns out that we make decisions best using our particular core talents. If you typically e mploy procedural, step-by-step thinking, for instance, then it is very useful to make a plan with specific, measurable goals and make decisions using a list of pros and cons. But if you are strong in relational thinking - concerned with people and values - it’s easiest to navigate using relationships and values as your guide. Those with innovative core talents prefer focusing on short-term accomplishments and the freedom that comes with making it up as they go along. If you have strong visionary talents, a compelling picture of the future can help draw you toward it.Uncovering your patternThe trick is to discover your most effective way and then use that. One way to begin is to look for the pattern in the choice points in your life. This practice is adapted from psychologist Ira Progoff. Look back at some of your major decisions. Did you follow a preordained plan, or did you make a decision based on the facts? Do you follow a particular process? Is there a difference in how you made the decisions you are happy with in retrospect and those you are not? When I look at mine, I see that I always choose in the moment based on a relationship or my values (including my value of living somewhere warm). No overt plan for me! That means I tend to talk through my thoughts with a few trusted friends.Armed with more knowledge about my process, I can now use my formula without second guessing myself so much. And here I am in my late 50s, making more money than ever before in the steepest downturn in the economy since the Great Depression and loving my work. I must be doing something right, at least for me!If you still think having a long-range plan is better, consider this: Harvard researchers found planners and spur-of-the-moment actors did no better in salary or position by mid-career.Discover how you make good career decisions, and continue to follow that formula. That’s the best way to succeed, as far as I can figure out.

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