10 Last-Minute, Low-Budget Gifts for Recruiters

10 Last-Minute, Low-Budget Gifts for Recruiters You dont always outlay money and buy people gifts to show your appreciation. Sometimes, a genuine thank you, personalised email or phone-call is really all it takes to  make someone feel special (warm fuzzy).  Agency recruiters are hard workers and arent the type to expect gifts, anyway. However, if youre working with an excellent recruiter or have a colleague you simply couldnt bare to not have by your side, a little gift might catch them by (pleasant) surprise and is a really nice way to show you notice the value they add  to your career.  Stuck for ideas with  a relatively modest budget?  Check out these 10 simple ideas: 1. Table pot plant A bit of greenery  is usually a very welcome addition to someones workplace! If you think they have the time to look after a live one, go for that (just make sure you pick a species that survives indoor environments). Another alternative is a fake pot plant, which while it wont omit any fresh odour, will still brighten a desk up, without the maintenance! 2. Chocolate This one speaks for itself. And Im not talking about just a standard chocolate bar here. People arent really used to going and  buying themselves a gourmet selection of chocolate treats for the office, so delectable cocoa concoctions  tend to make for great, indulgent gifts. 3. Stationery While recruiters spend hour after hour in the office, stationery tends to be a bit whatever goes. Recruiters are forever needing to jot down quick notes, attend meetings and file bits and pieces away so why not go for  some nice notepads, pens or folders, that have a pattern on them you know theyll like, based on their personality? 4. Coffee mug Recruiters tend to be huge coffee and tea drinkers it kind of comes with the territory. No one likes using a stained old mug from the kitchen cupboard so why not buy your recruiter a nice mug for their desk? You can personalise it if you really want to go for it or even get  one with a biscuit holder. How cool? 5. Bottle of wine Sometimes its nice to receive a carefully chosen bottle of wine. Its an easy thing that will always be used probably sooner rather than later! 6. Tea-light candle There is always room for a candle, whether be on someones desk, or at home somewhere. Go for the ones with really nice smelling fragrances like chair spice or vanilla coconut! 7.  Hot water bottle When the weather outside is frightful, why not make their desk time delightful? A hot water bottle is the perfect thing to keep recruiters warm in the office in the colder months. For those of you in the Southern Hemisphere experiencing a heat wave, why not opt for a desk fan instead? You know, one of the battery-operated ones you can clip onto the side of your computer? 8. Cinema  vouchers Everyone loves going to the cinema! Cinema vouchers will always get used, and fit nicely in a card, so youll save $$$ on wrapping paper. Bonus! 9. Cookbook With online recipe sites and cooking hubs, people are less likely to go out and buy themselves a brand new cookbook, leaving a great opportunity open for you! Go the extra mile and grab them a cook book stand as an extra, so they can choose their favourite page and have it open on their kitchen bench as a feature piece. 10.  Puzzles Recruiters often spend a lot of time on long conference calls on the phone, which can result in severe levels of boredom. Why not opt for a jig-saw puzzle that they can keep at their desk, or something else to keep them entertained / mesmerised? Perhaps you could opt for a Rubiks cube or Newtons Cradle. I do hope these gift ideas help. Have any other ideas? Let us know in the comments or tweet me!

How to Present a Resume?

How to Present a Resume?How to present a resume is very essential for job applicants, if you are making a resume, then this article will help you. First of all, what do we mean by how to present a resume?* First of all, in your first paragraph, tell them about yourself, what you do, where you live, what were your achievements, how long have you been in the job, and so on. Use a specific title that will differentiate you from other applicants.* Next, you can write your job description that will be a summary of your job and how you will perform your duties. You should indicate what position you are applying for, including salary, and also the responsibilities that will be required. These details will enable the employer to give a proper answer.* Your second paragraph will contain your skills, qualifications, and the training that you have received. These will lead the reader to the conclusion that your job title will be just 'Applicant'. This is very important because it gives your emp loyer a good picture about you and your abilities.* Now we will look at the introduction section, which is very important and I always start with an introduction. This is to show to the reader that you have something to offer, and that you are ready to learn more.* The next section will be the details of your previous education and training. These will help the employer to assess whether you have the skills required for the job or not.* Last but not least, your last section will be about your hobbies and interests. This section is very important as it creates more credibility to your resume and makes the employer believe that you are someone who likes to work hard and has things to offer.So, as you can see, when it comes to writing a resume, you must know how to present a resume. This is very important in ensuring that you get hired.

Why Hiring an Assistant Could Save Your Personal Brand - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Why Hiring an Assistant Could Save Your Personal Brand - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career There’s a defining time in every well-maintained brand when it becomes so popular and respected that you have to ask yourself, ‘Can I continue doing this alone?’ If your answer to the above question is no, and you continue chugging along solo, you could reach a plateau in your personal brand that eventually leads to its downfall. Hiring an assistant can bring a myriad of benefits for efficiently taking your presence to the next level, as well as reduce the stress of maintaining your personal brand. Here are four reasons why: 1. They’ll save you time Probably the biggest asset an assistant brings to your brand is their ability to perform tasks that would have otherwise taken up hours of your time. Managing your digital presence is one of the most time-consuming functions that makes up your brand. Having an assistant to engage with your followers, create/curate quality content, etc. will leave more time for you to focus on more important matters such as expanding your network and establishing a strategy for the future. Also, having them screen emails and inquiries that previously took you hours to sift through, and then showing you just the important ones, will keep things running efficiently and save you from wasting time on insignificant matters. 2. They’ll offer a second opinion You’ve gotten this far in your personal brand without much help strategy-wise, but once you get to a certain point, doing it alone will prove much more challenging. Having an assistant to bounce ideas off of and getting points of view you never considered before could prove extremely valuable as you grow your brand. Maybe your strategy for the future is a little shaky, but you never saw it. Hire a clever, knowledgeable assistant and share your strategy and ideas with them so they can offer insight and constructive criticism. Having your assistant research the latest industry and digital media trends will ensure you’re staying on top of things, as well as give you ideas for how to continue moving your brand forward. 3. They can do menial, but necessary tasks Billing clients, filing expense reports, scheduling appointments, making inquiry calls when you have your own assistant, you’ll never have to do these things again. Especially if you’re a big-picture person, these small-but-necessary tasks are what keep your brand alive. If these tasks are the only thing holding you back from moving your personal brand to the next step, then having an assistant perform them could very well take a huge weight off your shoulders and inspire you to move forward. 4. Is an assistant worth the money? After hearing all the benefits above about the benefits of hiring an assistant, you may still be hesitant to bring one on board, especially if you don’t have a huge budget. But by weighing the pros and cons, you can determine whether or not an assistant will be a good fit for you. In most cases, the cost of an assistant pales in comparison to the value they’ll provide you. Choosing the right assistant can prove tough, but once you find the perfect one, your personal brand will feel stronger than ever before. Do you have an assistant for your personal brand? How has it worked out for you?

Break Your Job Search Slump with LinkedIn

Break Your Job Search Slump with LinkedIn I was recently interviewed about LinkedIn and Social Recruiting in the Australian version of Mens Health and as most of our readers live outside Oz (including myself) I thought Id republish a little bit of the article here. Please note that I only endorse my blog and LinkedIn, the other tips are from Mens Health. Nick Broughall writes: Get Connected Most guys use LinkedIn like a hot but problematic ex: you hook up every once in a while for an intense  encounter, then lose interest again when she starts nagging you in LinkedIns case with invites from former colleagues. If you really want LinkedIn to be a career booster, youll need to put in the effort. That means investing hours into making your profile white-hot. Youll also need to connect to as many people as you can who arent spammers. The fact is, the more you connect, the more people you can find in searches and the more users can actually find you, explains Sundberg. (Free; linkedin.com) Related: How Being ‘Creative’ on LinkedIn Won’t Do You Any Favours

How Can Poac Resume Writing Help You Get Hired?

How Can Poac Resume Writing Help You Get Hired?Poac resume writing is not a new concept. It has been used for many years, both in the civil service and the private sector. The services of resume writers are gradually making their way into the workplace to complement the current trends of job hunting.While employee's resume is basically an outline of the skills and responsibilities of the person to be hired, the content is often changed during the course of the application process. In the past, the content usually remained static for many years before being submitted for review. However, now, due to the tight time constraint, the content can be developed within a day and uploaded.What exactly is Poac resume writing? It is a system that was developed to ensure the content of the resume remains unchanged. It is also used by professionals in building resumes for individuals to give the same content with the basic content and format of a standard resume. This type of resume gives informat ion of how one got the job.The first and most important step for any resume is to construct the content. Poac resume writing is a database that stores and categorizes the keywords of a person or an organization. All this is done to produce a resume that would catch the eye of a potential employer. This database is further categorized into various categories. They include core keywords, domain keywords, functional keywords, and team keywords.The keywords on a resume are the basis for all the other content. Poac resume writing uses the knowledge base to create a full set of content for a prospective employer. This is the place where the content of the resume is saved and kept until it is modified or added to the database. Some of the things that the writer should consider include the date and time, title, contact information, educational achievements, typing patterns, certifications, awards, awards and achievements. Poac resume writing also includes short essays that describe the empl oyee's experiences and accomplishments. An example of this would be a person who is a member of the organization's technical staff. He/she would be asked to write about various technical tasks or responsibilities performed while on the job.Resume writing is definitely an effective way to get a job. Many people still believe that you have to know about the job you want and provide the best resume possible. However, the time has come when you should choose the right format of a resume. With the help of different career development services, it is now possible to select the best format and content.There is no doubt that in today's economy, there is more pressure on employees to show what they are capable of. With the help of a professional writing service, the employee would have a well-crafted and persuasive resume. With a little bit of research and analysis, they would be able to show their worth in the best possible manner.

Gratitude Changes Everything

Gratitude Changes Everything Having an attitude of gratitude could be the secret to happiness. Maybe those Pilgrims were on to something when they celebrated Thanksgiving. The Pilgrims celebrated a harvest festival with their Native American neighbors in 1621 ?what we often call the first Thanksgiving. (The Foundation Press, Inc.) The truth is, despite what weve been told in school, that first Thanksgiving celebrated by the Pilgrims in Plymouth, MA was probably a meager feast. Their harvest probably wasnt so bountiful. However,  they showed their gratitude. Imagine the hardship they faced, the fear they experienced, the daily survival was difficult, to say the least. Yet, they still found a way to celebrate. So, were they really playing mind games- mind over matter? ReBoot Your Thinking Is it possible to be happier by reprogramming your brain? This question reminds me of the chicken or the egg riddle- which came first? Do you need to be happy to think happy thoughts or vice versa? In Be Happy Then Succeed, I asked this question: Have you ever thought any of these things: If I just get a job, then I’ll be happy. When I get that promotion, life will be great. I want a good paying job and then everything will be OK. I am miserable in my job and I need a new one. What if I told you that your logic is backwards. You have to flip your thinking. You are happy, great, OK. Now, start feeling successful and accomplished! You can learn why reprogramming your thinking works in my US News World Report article today. The Boy Scouts Got It Too And maybe the Boy Scouts figured out the key to happiness, too! Helping others! This image of a Boy Scout helping an old lady across the street (or doing other good deeds) is more than just an act of kindness. It may actually be good for you too. Volunteer, give what you can (your time is free). And see what changes you notice in your outlook on life! I wish you a Happy Thanksgiving! What will you be grateful for this year? Images via  http://www.scoutstuff.org  and  http://www.smithsonianmag.com

4 Powerful Phone Interview Tips - Wolfgang Career Coaching

4 Powerful Phone Interview Tips - Wolfgang Career Coaching Phone interviews some individuals dread them and some love them. For some, creating that in-person connection with the interviewer is crucial to their success. Plus, they need the feedback and energy that comes from sitting across from a person during an interview. For others, however, the phone interview takes away some of the nervousness they feel with the interview process. The comfort of being in familiar surroundings helps them concentrate better on their answers to questions. Regardless of which camp you fall into, below are four powerful and easy phone interview tips that will help your phone interviews right away. Body Language and  the Phone  Interview One of the biggest disadvantages of a phone interview can be losing the face-to-face contact with the recruiter as well as body language feedback. You lack that non-verbal feedback of knowing that the interviewer understood your comment or connected with your statement. There may also be silence as the interviewer is taking notes which is hard to interpret on the phone. You can make up for the lost non-verbal feedback by being, well, more verbal! For example, in a face-to-face interview you can just nod in agreement, whereas over the phone, you have to wait for the appropriate moment and express your agreement verbally. Maintain Your Energy Level Sometimes during a phone interview you may sound flat, disinterested, and distracted. In this case, the interviewer doesn’t have the non-verbal feedback from you such as a smile to see your interest level. Even though you aren’t in person SMILE! It changes your speech and the person on the other end can sense it. It can make you sound more engaged and energized. Reception What phone will you use to conduct the interview? Your cell phone? If you have to use your cell phone, take note of where you will be conducting the interview and ensure it has good reception. You don’t want your cell phone to drop your call mid-interview. Try and stay in that same place to avoid dead zones. Also make sure the cell phone is fully charged. This is not the time for the battery to go out. Common Distractions When you are in a face-to-face interview, you are typically focused on the interviewer herself. However, when you are on a phone interview make sure you avoid distractions, especially if you are taking the call in a place where you can become easily distracted. If you are on a land-line phone, turn off your cell phone. You don’t want it to ring mid-interview or chiming with your latest email. If you have a computer nearby, turn it off as well. You want to fully concentrate on the task at hand. In the end, treat the phone interview just like a face-to-face interview in terms of preparing and demonstrating how and why you are the best fit for the job. But also, be aware of the differences outlined above that can make phone interviews a bit tricky.