Recruiter, You Aint Nothin But a Hound Dog

Recruiter, You Aint Nothin But a Hound Dog Vying all the time, recruiters and hound dogs  have  a lot in common. You see, canines  possess killer searching skills.  Theyre  forever sniffing out other  animals, working out who they are, where theyve been and their overall suitability as  a mate. In many ways, recruiters are sniffers as well, sniffing  for a living. In a less physical sense theyre forever following their nose, sniffing  out candidates skills and suitability for a role. They are so unbelievably good at it,  its almost a sniff they were born to do it. Both hound dogs and recruiters are natural-born  hunters too, known for their determination and persistence (and occasional stubbornness).  Where recruiters hunt talent and new business opportunities, the dogs  track down  people, animals and other unidentified objects.  Both beings  share  an innate sense of inquisition and curiosity. Theyre also  extremely social and  great with people. See? Peas in a pod. While the similarity is uncanny,  there are still many different types of recruiters, so which breed of hound dog are you? The Beagle Beagles are extremely cute, but they can also be quite stubborn. They are known for blindly following a scent  and are hard to deter when they think theyre onto something.  They are also  quite loud-mouthed and are known for barking a lot.  If your phone voice is the same voice you use to cheer on your football team in the semis, you could be a Beagle. https://twitter.com/sxbaird/status/724892211872157698 The Basset Hound Basset Hounds have a really pleasant nature and are easy to be around. They are peaceful dogs, affectionate and friendly. Like beagles, when they are following a scent very little can stop them in their tracks. Now before you start telling everyone youre a big ol basset hound, note that these guys are known to be big slobberers and struggle with flatulence issues. Still sound like you? The Afghan Hound Afghan Hounds  are an ancient breed of hound dog.    They embody wisdom, are sensitive  and elegant. If youve been in the recruitment game a long time and are wise beyond your years, this could be you. Im so stunning its ridiculous ?? #afghan #afghanhound #dog #hound #sighthound #dogsoftwitter #dogshow #doggrooming pic.twitter.com/t7pnuJeYww Madam Jones (@madambumpy) April 19, 2016 The Bloodhound The name is a little bit misleading here. Bloodhounds are gentle beings, but tireless when following a scent. Their intense tracking abilities make them difficult to train. If you find yourself rolling your eyes at training courses, all the while wishing you were out working on the job, you may have just found your spirit animal in the Bloodhound. The Greyhound Go, go, go! Greyhounds are absolute racers, so dont even try to catch them. These dogs are good at  eyeing the prize and chasing it down, vying for the top spot ahead of the pack. They dont respond well to heavy discipline, but need a clear sense of direction to be communicated to them. See below a picture of a Greyhound on public transport. If you did a double-take thinking it was actually a picture of you, you know  which breed you are. Spotted on the tube a lovely #greyhound (aptly around Isle of Dogs) pic.twitter.com/46f42X6QQR Susan McKeon (@susanjmckeon) April 23, 2016 The Dachshund Forget keeping a low profile (mind the double entendre), these guys like to play a lot of games. Sometimes they are referred to as wiener or sausage dogs. Dachshunds are full of life, very clever and  also possess strong digging instincts, making them  excellent recruiters. If youre a bit of a prankster or joke-cracker, or just look great in a suit, youre probably a Dashchund. If youre unsure which  one  you are, we recommend you engage in some light reading about dog breeds. Top bottom images: Shutterstock

Linkedin Profile Organizer and Killer Traffic Tip - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Linkedin Profile Organizer and Killer Traffic Tip - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Linkedin announced some new functionality this week with its new Profile Organizer. Now you have the ability to save profiles, organize your connections into folders, and add notes to any or all of your connections. Pretty cool stuff! Linkedin is currently offering a free 30 day trial for anyone who would like to try out Profile Organizer after that it will only be available to premium members. I personally think this feature should be free but Linkedin is trying to find ways to monetize itself to produce a profit and I cant argue with that. The ways to use Linkedin to your advantage and the added functionality are growing every few months if you are not on Linkedin, as soon as you are done reading this post, head over to LinkedIn and create your profile. In a way, if you are not on Linkedin, you do not exist to the others on the Linkedin network, and you will miss out on any opportunities that could have come your way via Linkedin. And in a competitive job market and digital economy you should be doing everything in your advantage to get ahead. Bloggers get linked And for all you bloggers out there here is an awesome tip to drive some extra targeted traffic to your blog using LinkedIn. Through using the groups feature on Linkedin join as many groups as possible that have communities around your niche. If your niche is personal branding search for personal branding groups, if your thing is inbound marketing search for those groups there is pretty much a group for everything on LinkedIn and if you cant find yours, create your own group. Once you have joined the groups related to your niche you can post your blog posts under the news tab. You will see an immediate uptick in targeted traffic over the next few days to your blog and since they are interested in your niche you should pick up some new subscribers as well. The more groups you join and consistently post your new blog articles in the news section the more sustained traffic you will see. Have a great weekend! Author: Chad Levitt is the author of the New Sales Economy blog, which focuses on how Sales 2.0 Social Media can help you connect, create more opportunities and increase your business. Chad is also the featured Sales 2.0 blogger at SalesGravy.com, the number one web portal for sales pros, the professional athletes of the business world. Make sure to connect with him on Twitter @chadalevitt.

Guest Post 5 Websites for Finding Awesome Internship Opportunities

Guest Post 5 Websites for Finding Awesome Internship Opportunities Stock photography courtesy of Bigstock Internships can provide entry into dream jobs, adding experience and references to an inexperienced person’s résumé, but finding them can be challenging especially in a down economy. As with all job searches, the Internet is an invaluable resource for locating the best opportunities. Whether you’re a recent graduate, embarking on a new career, or a student required to take an internship for class credit, the web can lead you to an internship that will give you the experience you need. Here are five great websites for tracking down the best internship. Internships.comâ€"Geared toward college students, Internship.com is often featured on university website. The site has both paid and class credit-geared internships, some of which are virtual. You could ideally complete your work online, from the comfort of the sofa, and not only be paid for it, but have a credit for your résumé. InternMatchâ€"This relatively new site tries to be the matchmaker of internships, gathering personality and working style information on members in order to match students with an ideal working experience. This is better for employers, as well, as they can connect with exactly the workers they’re seeking. MonsterCollegeâ€"Featuring both paid and unpaid internships, Monster’s internship section is geared toward college and graduate students. Don’t discount the job section of Monster, either. Many entry-level positions may provide you the same experience you’d get as an intern. Global Experiencesâ€"If you’re looking to see the world while getting experience, Global Experiences offers internships in England, Ireland, Australia, and more. The site also includes American internships. Fashion and marketing are the emphasis of Global Experiences, so if you’re looking to learn I.T., this may not be the best site for you. InDeedâ€"This aggregate job site has a little bit of everything from around the web. A brief perusal of the internship section of the site showed a wealth of exciting opportunities, including fan relations for an NFL football team and internships at Sony Music. If an internship is listed somewhere on the web, it’s likely findable at InDeed. Job searching is easier than ever, with the Internet providing opportunities for companies to search far and wide for the talent they need. For students who have a particular company in mind, however, it never hurts to go directly to that company’s website, where internship opportunities may be posted in the employment section. Even if the company doesn’t have internships listed, don’t be shy about contacting human resources to see if an opportunity may be available. Many businesses can easily see the benefit of nurturing new talent at a fraction of the salary. Stephanie Faris is a staff writer for Masters in Accounting, a growing career resource for individuals interested in starting a career in accounting.

5 Ways to Improve Your Diet and Get Healthy

5 Ways to Improve Your Diet and Get Healthy Do this!  Dont do that!  Seems everywhere you look, theres advice on how to improve your diet.  Many are thinly veiled attempts to get you to buy their program or product.  My experience goes much more along the lines of Occams Razor:  The simplest answer is usually the correct one.  Here are my tips on stuff that Ive used myself, and continue to do so.  Because they work! Alpha Lipoic Acid This one may not apply to you, but    25-30  % of the population will at some time be affected by neuropathy.  And, the taller you are the more likely it will affect you. It can show up in a variety of ways even in young children.  And, its a common (70%) side effect in diabetics.  What is it? Neuropathy is a primarily a condition of the nerves, most commonly in the extremities.  The effects can be only an annoyance, such as numbness, or much more severe.  Its also more likely to show up if your parents had it. Since it runs in my own family and some family members have had it show up as children, I did my own research.   I found multiple studies in Europe that showed the benefits of  Alpha Lipoic Acid, an anti-oxidant,  in treating neuropathy.  I was having the numbness symptoms, and was getting concerned as the numbness seemed to be spreading.  I went on a regimen of ALP and within six months the numbness was all but gone. Omega 3 Omega 3 is a fatty acid.  It has a cousin, Omega 6.  As with so many things in life, its all about balance.  And modern eating habits have altered the ratio of Omega 6 to Omega 3.  Although similar, they do different things in the body.  Our normal ratio would be 1:1.  But in Western culture, its typically 15:1. Because its much more difficult to reduce the Omega 6 than it is to increase Omega 3, its important to use a supplement that boosts the Omega 3.  Why? According to www.lifeextension.com, Enhanced Cardio Protection With Fish And Krill Oil. It has long been known that higher levels of omega3 fatty acids like EPA and DHA are strongly linked to improved cardiovascular health; while lower levels of omega-3s in the blood are linked to increased rates of hypertension and risk of heart attack. The two best sources of Omega 3 are fish oil and Krill oil  .  If youre not familiar with Krill oil, click the link for more info.  While fish oil has been used much longer, Krill Oil has some great benefits.  Either one is going to support good health. Portion Control Most of our nourishment comes from food, without worry about exactly what were consuming.  But as with all things, too much of a good thing is not a good thing. Currently, 66% of the U.S. population is considered overweight.  With all the evidence about the ill effects of being overweight, one of the best things you can do is to maintain proper weight.  And one of the best ways Ive found is portion control. Super size?  Never.   And at home, instead of using a big plate, use a smaller plate that wont hold as much.  That way, you trick your mind into thinking you have a full plate, but its actually a smaller amount.  And, youll be less tempted to fill er up. Avoidance There seems to be an endless flow of yummy treats that end up in our faces.   My biggest temptations are potato chips, french fries, and home made cookies.  And no you dont get to justify them by saying the chips and fries are just potatoes, and the cookies have nuts and raisins in them.  Weve all become addicted to salt, grease, sugar, and fast food.  All of which are not going to help us maintain good health. Okay, I know some things are just really hard to resist.  So if you cant avoid them completely, remember to keep them in moderation. Paying Attention Like anything in life, if you dont pay attention to where youre headed, its pretty difficult to control the destination.  Watching your weight?  Get on the scale every day.  Trying to lower your blood pressure?  Monitor it regularly.  Working on a better complexion?  Well, youre going to have to look in the mirror! Improve Your Diet and Improve Your Life Take control of the vessel you call  your body and its trip through life, and youll enjoy the journey much more.  It isnt any more difficult to live a healthy lifestyle than it is to live a terrible one.  The benefit to living healthy is huge, and you get all the rewards. Images: Main Tella Chen   Healthy lunch Jennifer Chult

6 Fantastic Career Fields for The Selective Student

6 Fantastic Career Fields for The Selective Student It is important to choose a career field that will be in high demand for the foreseeable future, providing you with job security and satisfaction. The selective student considers their strengths and weaknesses, and pursues a career path that they will be passionate about.?Adults spend a considerable amount of time in the workplace, so it is important to choose the right job for you!eval?Read on to see six fantastic career fields to consider in your job search, and what skills you will need to excel in them.1. Airport IndustryAirports are no longer just a place to embark and disembark, and in fact now represent a profitable global industry. Completing a diploma in Airport Operations is a great step towards pursuing a degree within the airport industry, teaching students the unique business model of Airports and how operations are managed globally.A career within the airport industry is enticing and suitable for any globetrotters who may one day wish to work internationally.A diploma i n Airport Operations will cover vital fields including Airside Operations, Terminal and Landside Operations and Airport Business Operations.2. TechnologyAll signs point to continued growth within the information technology If you are innovative, a wiz at programming and passionate about modern possibilities then a career in the technology industry may be right for you. Whilst jobs in the help desk and within support often do not require a degree, if you seek to pursue computer engineering or computer science most companies will require a relevant degree.3. EducationTeaching is a challenging but incredibly rewarding profession with high job satisfaction. Pursuing a career in education is beneficial to society as a whole. You are the driving influence of both young and old inquisitive minds, motivating them to achieve their full potential. The impression you make on your students, continues onto the next generation.This makes a career in education a valued and vital career path. While the job is demanding, teachers enjoy some flexibility including school holidays. College professors in particular, enjoy considerable flexibility in their work schedules.If you love shaping minds and working with people, a career in education is right for you. It is important however to note, that teaching at any level will normally require a graduate degree in a related field.4. EngineeringevalStructural, Biomedical, Project and Environmental Engineers are expecting a job growth ranging from 24-31% over the next decade. As society develops and evolves, the current infrastructure, products public services we have become outdated at lightning speed. Therefore, there will always be a demand for skilled engineers in many different fields.If you are curious about how things work, display incredible creativity and have a keen ability to apply what you learn in problem solving, then engineering may be the right career choice for you.5. SalesSales teams are incredibly important to any co mpany, from pharmaceuticals to technology. It is this diverse needs for sales representatives that makes it a particular appealing and exciting career choice.Sales can be a high stress occupation, but it suits those who thrive under pressure and it can pay very well.?If you are motivated, confident and outstanding at customer relations, then you could excel within the sales field.Most sales careers do not require education beyond high school, however there are some that do. University degrees that are sought after in the sales industry include marketing and business administration.6. HealthcareDoctors, Nurses, Anesthetists and other medical professionals are consistently in high demand. With an aging population, the demand for healthcare is expected to double over the next decade.? Pursuing a career in medicine is challenging, but the satisfaction of helping patients of all ages makes it a highly appealing career.With so many options out there, it can be a daunting task to choose wh ich field to pursue. Finding a career that constantly challenges you and that you remain passionate about, is the most important aspect of choosing the right job for you.

Im electrifying and thought-provoking ) - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Im electrifying and thought-provoking ) - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog The feedback was unanimous: Everyone LOVED Alexanders keynote. Electrifying, energizing, thought-provoking and relevant certainly one of the best keynotes weve heard in a while. After my speech at the Global Women in Leadership Forum in Dubai, the awesome people at Naseba (who arrange this event and many others) sent us that evaluation. Wow :) .@alexkjerulf gets attendees to try a praising activity to highlight how appreciation can lift moods in the workplace #GWEF16 pic.twitter.com/2OlZGEA08F ? WIL Economic Forum (@WIL_Forum) October 25, 2016 Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related

How Reddit Best Resume Writing Service Helps Employers

How Reddit Best Resume Writing Service Helps EmployersSome companies are favoring resumes which are built using the online help of the Reddit best resume writing service. This is because of the online popularity of such forums that are very helpful for employers. Other people say that the application of professional resume writing helps in the recognition of any form of employee as a valued and important person.For people who do not have experience in writing such documents, it would be difficult to document high level of skills and abilities. However, this is one area where it is really necessary to document such things to show potential employers that you can be of assistance to them and that you have the ability to be the right choice. The easiest way to get the best result from your effort is by going to a professional resume writing service.To be sure of getting the best results for your efforts, it is of great importance to apply for the most appropriate kind of service. Usuall y, employers prefer formal templates while the rest of the applicants prefer the free samples. It is necessary to be cautious so that you do not waste your time on something that will not be of any use to you.There are many ways by which a professional resume writing service can assist you. These services are specially organized to provide assistance to other individuals and employers who are just starting out in the job hunting process. You can be assured of their good service because they are all self-organized and they have set rules which are expected to be followed.The forums on the internet have links that are dedicated to job seeking activities and it is the place where people discuss different topics related to searching for employment. Job searching at these websites is done through free forums and the details of such sites are made available on the internet. It is considered to be the best way to get instant help on many issues related to employment and to get all the requ ired details.The resume writer must have the capability to be able to modify and adapt the information that has been provided in such forums. One of the major problems encountered by many applicants is the submission of their resume for review. But, the Internet has plenty of forums available where all kinds of information can be shared, especially in the case of employment opportunities.When you are just starting out in the job search, it is vital to remember that no one will pay attention to such details unless you provide them with relevant details. One of the most important skills that you need to develop is the ability to write well. Many people have the habit of writing poorly and the ability to write is one of the most crucial skill that must be developed and the job of the resume writer is to help you improve.When you want to find the best resume writing service, there are many ways by which you can do so. All you need to do is search for a website that can provide you with a lot of useful information on the matters of employment and then visit the forums related to that topic. Once you are in the right frame of mind, you can start writing your best resume right away.