Prospective MBAs Want to Learn Entrepreneurship in B-School

Prospective master of business administrations Want to Learn Entrepreneurship in B-SchoolProspective MBAs Want to Learn Entrepreneurship in B-SchoolMore prospective MBAs value the skills of enterprise, finds a recent study.Carrington Crisp, a consulting firm specializing in marketing and branding for geschftsleben school and universities, surveyed a little less than 500 prospective MBA students from 79 countries (a fairly small sample) to gauge global sentiment toward the MBA.Given 30 pieces of typical MBA course content, prospective MBAs most valued strategic management, leadership, managing people, managing organizations and entrepreneurship. In last years survey entrepreneurship did not make the top five.Do fewer opportunities in finance and banking have anything to do with it? Is there a growing trend of candidates eschewing larger companies? Unclear, the survey says. But whatever the reasons, interest in entrepreneurship is up even among part-time MBAs.The interest in enterprise is supported by respondents criteria for choosing an MBA program. Chief among them, improved career prospects, of course. But the second and third most important factorsbeing challenged to think differently and being provided with new skillsare notable in that neither of the two has to do with improved earning potential, which is considered the fifth most important factor.These and other findings from the report lumineszenzdiode the consultancy to posit that candidates are seeking a wider return on their investments in the MBA.A wider mix of skills plays to the potential entrepreneur who may need to be able to manage a range of tasks to drive success in their business. Similarly, with flatter corporate structures, those still working when doing their MBA recognize that a move sideways in to a different project may be the best way to move up in an organization in the medium term.Here are a few other significant findings from the study There was an apparent lack of interest in curric ulum content pertaining to Ethics and CSR. The studys authors suggest this happens when the two are presented as stand-alone modules. Candidates expect these two subjects to be integrated into all content. The number of full-time program seekers is down part-time seekers up. What had the greatest impact on candidates perception of the MBA? Visiting business schools, meeting alumni or working with MBA grads. Candidates want schools with strong academic reputations Desire for blended or hybrid learning over traditional forms is strong everywhere. Tomorows MBA 2011 - Executive Summary Like us on Facebook

Losing Sleep Over Work-Related Issues

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Top trends in Cyber Security Hiring

Top trends in Cyber Security HiringTop trends in Cyber Security HiringTop trends in Cyber Security HiringIntelligence dug into whos hiring Cyber Security professionals these days. If youre recruiting in this area, youll want to know what we found.October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about cyber security. No company or individual with an online presence is immune to cyber attacks. Cyber attacks are becoming more common and more harmful keeping the need for cyber security talent in high demand with no sign of slowing down in the forebinnenseeable future.According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the rate of growth for jobs in information security, engaged in protecting a companys computer systems, is projected at 18% from 2014-2024 thats much faster than the average for all other occupations. Similarly network and systems administrators, which includes many engaged in maintaining a companys computer systems from cyber attacks, is projected at 8% from 2014-2024 thats about as fast as the average for all other occupations.Jobs in technology are already in high demand as it is adding in the element of security makes these roles even more critical and competitive.To give you some insight into what your recruiting competitors are up to, our Intelligence team analyzed data from the CEB TalentNeuron tool and to see what types of cyber security positions are available and insights into the job seekers that might fit those roles.Common Cyber Security PositionsWhile cyber security is a common function, it is actually not as common to see the term in a job title or job description. In a review of more than 1.2 1000000 jobs which contain either IT security, information security, internet security or cyber just 148,000 incorporated the term cyber of which 33,000 included the term in the job title. Overall the most common titles are Network Engineer, Systems Administrator, Systems Engineer, and Software Engineer. When cy ber is within a title or job description, most commonly it is for Cyber Security Analyst, Cyber Security Engineer, and Cyber Threat Intelligence Scientist. Software Engineer, Systems Engineer, Network Engineer, Systems Administrator and Cyber Security Specialist appear frequently as well.According to a 2014 Cybersecurity Professional Trends survey from the SANS Institute, the most common titles are Security Analyst, Security Engineer or Architect, Security/IT Director or Manager, CISO/CSO, Systems Administrator, Network Architect or Engineer, Forensics Investigator, Auditor, Systems Engineer or Integrator, among quite a few other roles.Common skills referenced for cyber security roles are information security, firewall, cyber security, network security, Linux, information assurance, intrusion detection, UNIX, intrusion prevention system, security information/event management, security architecture, penetration testing, application security, transmission control protocol and security engineering.Demand for cyber security talent is highest in the Washington, New York, San Francisco-San Jose, and Baltimore metropolitan areas where industries such as Government, Banking/Finance/Insurance, Technology/Management and Consulting/Professional Services are more prevalent and in need of cyber security talent.Common Cyber Security ProfessionalsIn a review of job seekers interested in information security analyst and network and computer systems administrator jobs the most common terms used in a job search were IT, Systems, or System, Administrator, Network Administrator, Information Technology, and Cyber Security. Job searches containing either cyber, information security, cyber security and CISSP are among quite a few searches as well.Not surprising job seekers are also more commonly titled Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, Systems Engineer, and Network Engineer. Many technology professionals have skills related to systems administration, operating systems, n etwork administration, computer security, network security, information/data security, disaster recovery, and internet security. Though not specific to cyber security these skills are sought in many technology roles.Want to know more about the top trends in hiring Cyber Security talent? Check out the Cyber Security Market Overview from Intelligence.Data finding are based on analysis of all available online jobs reported by TalentNeuron and job seeking activity from more than 22 million unique visitors.11comScore Media Metrix, 1Q 2016, 3-month average, (includes all US Mobile + PC traffic)

Lessons for great parenting and success from my non-Tiger mom

Lessons for great parenting and success from my non-Tiger momLessons for great parenting and success from my non-Tiger momYou have degrees from Stanford and Harvard? You must have grown up with a Tiger Mom, people often jokingly assume.Thats natural since I conveniently appear to fit into the Asian-American model minority stereotype.Goodness, no I often find myself laughing boisterously in response. Quite frankly, if my mom had been a traditional Tiger Mom, I dont think I would have been able to ascend up the corporate ranks to be a Senior Vice President of Corporate Development at a big company and had the guts to start my own company, Inspiring Diversity.In fact, given how under-represented Asian-Americans are in executive ranks in Corporate America, I think there need to be fundamental changes in how many of us raise our children.As weve come to learn, hard work, technical skills, and intelligence are minimum requirements to ascend but will only get you so far if not complemented with leadership skills, a focus on helping others, a healthy attitude towards learning from failure, as well as other soft skills that can help you rise up the ranks. These success factors apply to people of all backgrounds, not just to Asian Americans. Traditionally though, many Asian/Asian American parents have tended to focus primarily on reinforcing academic excellence instead of on developing those other skills and behaviors.Sure, my mom has been known to be a tiger in and for the community and she jokingly calls herself a little tiger given the extreme power packed in her petite 5-foot-2, 90-pound physique. In terms of her parenting style, though, she has been anything but a Tiger Mom who hovers over her children, constantly cracks the whip, and tells them they could do better if they were not No. 1 academically or in music. She simply had no time to be a Tiger or Helicopter Mom. Instead, she focused her time and energy primarily on being there when we needed her and role mode ling successful behavior and excellence.My mother, Po-Ling Ng, was widowed at the age of 32 and was left with four very young children to raise on a social workers salary. Instead of giving up, she got two masters degrees and devoted her life to the community, helping everyone from young children to senior citizens. Fast-forward four decades and over 100 awards later, she is one of the most successful people I know. In 2014, she was brought back to China by the Chinese government and awarded for her impact on overseas Chinese. On May 24, 2017 it was Po-Ling Ng Day for the great borough of Manhattan in New York City.My mother, Po-Ling Ng, never had the luxury to be a helicopter parent and also made it a point not to be an absentee parent either. Instead, she has been a present parentPresent because she has always been there when we needed her, including our important life and school events.Present because she is attentive to us when we are together (except for when she is stopped on the street by the press or people expressing their gratitude for all that she has done for them and the community).Present because she has given us three incredible gifts ofOpportunityDespite our limited means, she always sought out resources and opportunities to help us to flourish including a nurturing daycare, great public schools, heavily subsidized leadership and math camps, and even a free congressional exchange program Although it was a substantial financial burden, she also ensured we had the opportunity to attend top private universities.EmpowermentMy mother had confidence in our ability to take care of ourselves and empowered us with independence and self-sufficiency early on. She allowed me to make my own choices (even ones she disagreed with) and I was able to learn from my own failures as well as successes. This carries through to me today, as I am confident in my ability to handle difficult situations that come my way. This belief in myself has given me the confidence to travel, live, and work in different parts of the world and to start my own company.InspirationMost importantly, she has inspired us by role modeling what it means to propel yourself and others to success whilemanaging what matters. My mother inspires me to strive for excellence every day and gives me confidence that I can during any temporary moments of weakness when I think I cant. She has inspired me with the fundamental belief upon which my company is based that Anything is possible, regardless of your background, as long as we help each other to succeed.In fact, my mother is the inspiration behind my company and ourPO-LING POWER framework, book, and app. Namely, my mother has role-modeled what it means to live according to PO-LING with a focus on (P)rioritiesand Personal Vision, (O)thers, (L)eading, (I)nspiring, (N)etworking and (G)rowing.Further, she has embodied what it means to manage what matters for yourself,your community, and your organization by ensuring that what youre doing isaligned with each partys POWER (Priorities, Obligations, Worthwhile Activities, Energy, and Resources).How lucky was I to have Po-Ling Ng as my mother? My mothers present parenting style reinforced with the PO-LING POWER approach is far superior to the alternative helicopter, Tiger, and absentee parenting approaches.While I do not claim to be a perfect mother and know that I have room for improvement, I believe I am on the right path by adopting my mothers approach to parenting my own children. In fact, recently, I was filled with such extreme pride when my ten-year-old daughter and I had the following exchangeI am so proud to be your mom, I suddenly blurted out when my daughter had helped mediate the reconciliation of two of her classmates. I have also always loved her fearlessness and the creative ideas she and her brother come up with, including writing a childrens animal stories book based on the PO-LING principlesThank you, mommy. I think you, Po Po (grandmother i n Chinese), and I are very much alike. We always know what we need to do and get it done. We also care a lot about other people, said my daughter proudly.So, lets focus more on present parenting and role modeling PO-LING POWER behavior for our children. It is important inhelping them reach their full potential (and yes, to rising to the highest ranks of corporate America if thats what they desire). After all, what organization doesnt want employees who propel themselves and others to success while managing what matters??? By adopting and role modeling the PO-LING POWER approach as Present parents, we not only punkt ourselves but our children for success to achieve more than we ever thought was possible. There will be no limit to what we can all achieve TOGETHER.Thank you to Po-Ling Ng, my incredible Chinese non-Tiger Mom, for teaching us all what it truly means to propel yourself and others to success as well as for inspiring us that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLEBetty Ng is the co-author ofP O-LING POWER Propelling Yourself and Others to Success, and founder/CEO of Inspiring Diversity, LLC iD, which offers a practical multimedia solution to building inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing organizations and communities. iD works with organizations to drive profitability and sustainability through increased employee inclusion, engagement, and performance. iD is also a collaborative community with members of all backgrounds who inspire, empower and elevate each other to achieve goals. Ng holds degrees from Stanford University and Harvard Business School. She is a tech entrepreneur, media and content creator, author, trainer, public speaker and consultant. Ng was a high-level executive at Citigroup and Moodys. She has appeared in several top-tier publications includingForbesandBustle.

The Insider Secrets of Search Resume Free Exposed

The Insider Secrets of Search Resume Free Exposed Vital Pieces of Search Resume Free After over a decade with the very same company, jumping back in the work search procedure can be overwhelming. If you work in a really specific niche, your job ad is only going to interest a little group of individuals. If you own a position youre attempting to fill, have a look at the work description. You might find yourself sending the same resume to different job applications and although you may think that you are saving time youre actually lessening your probability of receiving an interview Get onboard with whats happening now so you may apply for and be hired for the job you truly want. The majority of the time the individuals that are reading the resume really dont have a thing to do with the job and dont have any direct experience with it. Make certain you didnt miss whatever could cost you the job that you dream about At the close of the day be positive you will receive a job tha t you dream about, congratulations There is going to be calls, as some businesses will reach out even in the fest the applicant doesnt match the job requirements. You will likely have several unique jobs in your career. It is possible to download as many resumes as you desire. Someone claims that resumes are dead and its important to have social media, but practice indicates that recruiters continue to find applicants resume, choose more relevant ones and just then connect with applicants. If you dont meet the requirements, you merely wont be considered. Bullhorns resume tracking software is a quick, efficient, and thoroughly useful tool which works the way recruiters get the job done. Resume guidelines can change from industry to industry, therefore its wise to get familiar with specific industry examples. The procedure for building your resume and applying online might take several hours. You may need a new email address. On the flip side, a resume database is going to have generic CV. You dont need to lose out on a work opportunity as you accidentally missed a digit in your contact number or spelled your email address wrong Looking for resumes is totally free and unrestricted and doesnt require an account. The Number One Question You Must Ask for Search Resume Free Resumizer free resume creator allows you to preview your resume at any moment in the creation approach. 7 Another totally free Word resume example made by MOO together with Microsoft. Utilizing a template can decrease the quantity of time you must spend formatting your document, which enables you to concentrate on adding content and polishing your resume. You may even download a sample template if youre creating it for the very first moment. Quality is so important to us and we would like to be respectful of your requirements and timeline. My Resume Builder can help you create a fantastic resume with the aid of its tools. Now, its easier to create an ideal CV with the aid of some relevant applications. Not only the resume, it has the fantastic functionalities for a CV in addition to the very best cover letter builder too. Based on how niche the work opening is or how specific the location is, you will want to try several approaches to locate the candidates you desire. If your own personal e-mail address isnt appropriate, establish a new account only for job searches. Last, be absolutely sure to devote the opportunity to complete your profile so you that its visible and you will match with the most suitable search terms to increase your odds of being found. Put simply, you intend to relocate regardless of whether you get the work offer, and that may instill confidence. To filter out the extra results, you should exclude things from your results. By being strategic of what you type into Google, you can acquire relevant results that can help you fill jobs faster. Youre not restricted to the particular search terms utilized in the examples. There are plenty of techniques you can utilize to find Google resumes of people in a particular site. Theres no doubt that a resume which is both cohesive and professional will have a much better probability of standing from the crowd even supposing its made utilizing a template. Check for grammar and spelling errors and remember tove included all of the ideal contact information at the summit of your letter. To create a cover letter to go together with your job application, it helps to have the proper tools available. There are lots of tools and resources you are able to utilize to help you produce the very best cover letter for advancing your career.

An Impartial View of Resume Writing Tips and Techniques

An Impartial View of Resume Writing Tips and Techniques An easy framework of which sections should appear in a specific order, along with a couple sentences about what each section contains, may be sufficient. Your objective is simply that, yours. Before you can begin writing incredible content, youre going to need at least an intermediate comprehension of the fundamental principles of writing. The Importance of Resume Writing Tips and Techniques There are a few things that dont belong on a resume for work. You might need to change the skills you list based on the responsibilities of the job. In cover letters specifically, employers are seeking to see why you would earn a very good fit in their organization and they wish to realize that you have set in the effort to comprehend what they are about. You also ought to think about how simple it is for prospective employers to read your resume. There are a lot of basic kinds of resumes used to make an application for job openi ngs. Never incorporate the main reason why you left your prior jobs. Accounting jobs are predicted to grow approx. 10% during the next few decades, which makes it one of the quickest growing occupational classes. When youre asking for work in the tech business, it is necessary that your resume to accurately reflects your abilities and experience within the field. Allowing somebody else to read your work can be brutally problematic for some writers, particularly when theyre just beginning, but its imperative that you develop good habits from the outset and learn how to accept constructive criticism about your work. Writing should be fun, and alongside the thrill of seeing your byline for the very first time, seeing how far youve progressed is among the fruchtwein satisfying pieces of being a true writer. Just as you most likely have a list of blogs you read often, youll probably also read precisely the same writers on a normal basis. With content marketing shaping up among th e most essential marketing and advertising skills to get on your resume, getting a handle on writing could really benefit your career along with the obvious advantage of rising visitors to your businesss site. Utilizing a custom resume instead of a generic one is going to greatly increase your odds of an interview, as youll be a better match in the view of the reader. The reader will initially understand the title of your resume summary. If you would like to enhance your writing skills, writing on a normal basis will not just diminish your fear of the blank page (or blinking cursor), it is also going to help you build a distinctive style. Have a peek at these examples to choose which format is most suitable for you. Most individuals balk at the notion of standing before a room full of strangers and baring their soulmusik to the Earth, but joining a writing workshop can be immensely beneficial and plenty of fun (if you are able to locate a great one). Having someone else speak to your teaching abilities is quite a strong tool which can enable you to stick out from the competition. You dont need to start scratch every moment, but every cover letter should be customized toward that particular job ad. When it regards the manner that recruiters read resumes, they dont devote a fantastic deal of time reading massive blocks of text. You might also incorporate your communication and disciplinary abilities, in addition to highlight how patient youre with your students. Cite the grade level and subject youre interested in teaching. Finally, you would like to attempt to strike a balance between including experience thats both timely and relevant. Conveying your distinctive teaching qualities and accomplishments to a possible high school is essential to landing a work interview.

What to Know About Leaving a Job After a Few Months-The Muse

What to Know About Leaving a Job After a Few Months-The MuseWhat to Know About Leaving a Job After a Few MonthsHi Career Therapy,I have a question Id like to pose anonymously. In March, I started a new job. As Ive been here a couple of months, Im realizing it might bedrngnis be the right fit for me. The culture is actually quite stiff, theres very little collaboration, and the work is mora tedious than I expected.Recently, a friend encouraged me to check out a new position at another organization. The new job seems like it would align much more closely with my skill set as well as improve the skills I hope to develop long-term. It also pays better and presents a stronger opportunity for advancement. Ive already started bewerbungsinterviewing, and it looks like its going to materialize into an offer. I know the grass is always greener, and I dont want to change jobs just to be disappointed in a few months. That being said, I do feel like the new job prospect could be a terrific opport unity in my career. Is it terrible form to leave a position after just a few months?Any advice you can provide is appreciatedSigned,AnonymousDear Anonymous,When it comes to any career consideration, my motto is Whats best for you is often best for the company in the long run.In other words, you being happy, satisfied, and motivated in your role serves all. It sounds like the new opportunity is a much better fit for you, and you can rest assured that having one short stint on a resume is not a cause for concern, as long as you can explain it openly and with sound reason.But before I go into detail on that front, I cannot stress enough how important it is to thoroughly assess culture fit during the interview process- both for this new opportunity, and for every opportunity you have in the future.We often prioritize questions about title, job responsibilities, salary, benefits, and vacation time during the interview process- and we often overlook questions specific to the company cultu re and personal fit. Its crucial to find out details like What time do people generally arrive and leave? What kind of corporate events do they have? How are company-wide issues handled? Are there weekly or monthly staff meetings? How do people dress? Any unique policies? Asking these questions early on will help you to gauge the companys personality and decide if its the right place for you.But dont stop there.Ask for a tour of the office, even if they dont offer one to you. Its important for you to see employees in action with your own two eyes. If what youre hearing from your interviewers doesnt match what you actually experience, thats telling.Also, you can easily ask the people you meet with what they love about the company. Why do they like working there?Are there things about the company that frustrate them?How would they define the company culture?Is there room for advancement?Does the company tend to promote from within?Is there a mentoring program?Along those same lines, i t is extremely important to meet as many people as possible that youll be working with on a daily basis- not just the hiring manager or the head of HR. Often times, that means asking to meet individuals beyond those the company requires you to interview with. If they dont offer interviews with other people on your team, feel free to ask. Doing proper due diligence on a companys culture will not only serve to convey your serious interest in the company, but it will also help you decide if this is the right environment for you.Now, onto your current decision. It is not terrible form to leave one job after a few months just dont make leaving after a few months a habit. Having one brief stint on your resume is not a big deal- red flags arise if this behavior seems to be chronic or symptomatic of your inability to assess a company.Job-hopping can convey a lack of focus or raise concern around your departures- for example, many companies have 60-90 day probation periods, and if you leave during this time, future employers might question whether you were terminated or asked to leave.But one short job on your resume isnt a huge deal, and you can address it upfront with any future interviewers. Be honest about why you left after a short time- that you realized early on that the job wasnt a great fit and that you were presented with a better opportunity you couldnt turn down. Honesty (with tact and with respect to your former employer, of course) is the best policy.Also, if you are equally honest and upfront with the company you are leaving and resign in a most professional way, your colleagues will likely respect your approach.The current employer may well give you a reference on how well you handled the situation and your performance during your short stay with the company.And who knows? If your employer is open-minded, the company may well try to fix some of the issues that led to your departure so other applicants will not experience what you did. Best of luck with your new opportunity.

5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started My First Job

5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started My First Job5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started My First Job Throughout my entire academic career, I was always told that I was being prepared for the real world. But once I entered the working world in earnest, I soon realized school can never fully prepare you for it.Now, dont get me wrong - Im a big believer in education, and I have no doubt that my ability to absorb information, think critically and work well with others has contributed to my success in the professional realm. But still, I couldnt help but wish that a few more of my professors had shared some their thoughts on what to expect after graduation.As I made mistakes, learned from them and ultimately grew, I came away from my first job with a handful of important lessons that I wished I had heard, and really internalized, before I ever even stepped foot in the office. Here are a few of my top takeaways - hopefully, theyll resonate with you and maybe even help y ou navigate that tricky transition from school to work.For fruchtwein of my life I had a major aversion to planners and to-do lists . Have you ever had a waiter who insisted on memorizing your reservierung rather than writing it down on their notepad? Yeah, it was kind of like that. Im bright and capable , I thought - I dont need any piece of paper telling me what to do It took about three days in the working world for me to realize that I needed to ditch that attitude. I might have been able to memorize my tasks and assignments when I only had four or five classes a semester - but at work, there are approximately a million things going on at any given time. From writing articles to getting approval to sending emails, Im working on way too many things to keep track of them solely in my head.Today, I live and die by my to-do list (I use Evernote in particular). It took me a while to figure out what works best, but I finally arrived at an organizational system Im pretty comfor table with. I list every major thing I have to do as a separate bullet point in my planner, with smaller subtasks included as sub-bullet points. Anything that I need to work on that day gets bolded, and anything that needs to be finished that day gets an asterisk on top. Then, I organize the different tasks from top to bottom in the order I want to complete them in. Its fairly simple, but it gets the job done.You dont have to use this exact system, but if youre just entering the workforce, I would highly recommend that you think about the best way to keep yourself organized and on track.One of the biggest issues facing people early on in their careers is a lack of confidence . Even if you have great ideas and valuable insight, you often feel like youre too inexperienced or havent earned the right to speak up. I know this was one of the biggest mental hurdles I encountered when I first started my career. But one former coworker shared a piece of advice that really helped change my p erspective on the matter You were hired for a reason - people saw something in you. They want to hear your input.In hindsight its obvious, but at the time I really felt like I could only weigh in after I had worked somewhere for X months or years. But the thing is, having a fresh perspective is incredibly valuable. When youre too close to a project or too entrenched in certain processes, you dont always have the ability to look at things from a high level. New folks, on the other hand, are able to identify blind spots and inefficiencies, and come up with new and creative solutions to them.It might sound cliche, but its true its much easier for others to believe in you once you believe in yourself . If you speak up when you have an insightful comment or idea, youll not only make yourself look good - youll likely unlock new opportunities for yourself.While on the one hand, email plays an invaluable role in helping us stay in touch with others, it can also get pretty darn distra cting if you let it. When I first entered the workforce, my inbox was largely in a state of anarchy - junk emails would be thrown right in there with important work emails, newsletter subscriptions, calendar invites, etc. I knew I had to organize it, but for the longest time I put it off, thinking Oh, I can do that anytime - Ill focus on my day-to-day tasks first.With that mindset, though, youll arrive at a breaking point sooner or later. When I reached mine, I finally blocked several hours off on my calendar to sort through my email, unsubscribe to irrelevant emails, create folders and more. The best way to organize your inbox will totally depend on what works for you - you may want to filter by different projects, clients, levels of urgency, etc. Since I was working at a communications agency at the time, it made sense for me to create folders for each of my four main clients, one for internal/administrative tasks and one for news updates.My system has evolved a bit since Ive c hanged jobs, but I still make sure to label and create folders as appropriate, and I never close out of an email that requires a response without starring it first. This way, I can prioritize appropriately, refer back to important chains at a moments notice and most of all, not be filled with a sense of dread each time I binnensee my inbox.If I had a dollar for every question I asked at work, I probably wouldnt need to work at all anymore (okay, thats probably a slight exaggeration, but I could at least go on a pretty decent vacation ). I used to be very self-conscious of this - anytime I wanted to ask a colleague something, Id preface it with Sorry to bug you or Hope Im not being annoying. Ironically enough, my coworkers were more annoyed by my excessive apologizing than the fact that I was turning to them for questions - something pointed out to me by one of my more straightforward teammates.Now that I have a few years of work experience under my belt, I realize that no matter how much research youve done or how many internships youve had, you can never arrive at a new job fully caught up to speed - in fact, if youre not asking questions, it might signal to your coworkers that youre too headstrong to admit when you need help. Sure, you dont want to go completely overboard with it - tapping your manager for help every two minutes throughout the day may be a bit much - but as long as you make sure your questions are thoughtful and posed at the right time, your coworkers will likely be happy to fill you in.Like a lot of young people, the transition from college to the working world was a bit unsettling for me. In the classroom, I felt like I knew exactly what I had to do in order to succeed. Sure, I still sometimes got questions wrong on tests, or got a less-than-stellar grade on an essay every once in a while - but I knew that as long as I paid attention in class, studied a certain amount per week and gave myself enough time to complete assignments, I would do well. So being thrust into a working environment, where success doesnt always equal X + Y, was a bit jarring.Compared to school, I found work to be less structured, fast-paced and highly collaborative - I was constantly learning new things, pushing myself outside of my comfort zone and working on my communication skills. It was easy to get down on myself when I felt like I was constantly playing it by ear and learning from my mistakes.My big aha moment came after chatting with my older sister. After venting to hear about how incompetent I felt at times, she said something that will always stick with me Everybodys winging it to some degree. Its easy to look at a confident person whos further along in their career and think they have it all figured out, but even your seemingly perfect coworkers make mistakes, pivot and push themselves to try unfamiliar things. They may be better at hiding it, but that doesnt mean theyve completely mastered their job.Its not easy to ge t over your own self-consciousness or self-doubt , and it certainly wont happen overnight, but the more you remind yourself that nobodys perfect (and you dont have to be, either), the more confident youll feel - take it from someone whos been there before.

5 Keys to Doing a Back Ground Check on Potential Employees

5 Keys to Doing a Back Ground Check on Potential Employees5 Keys to Doing a Back Ground Check on Potential EmployeesBackground checks are a critical component in hiring. When it comes to your geschftlicher umgang, you cannot afford to make a poor hiring decision. In fact, for most small-mid-sized businesses, one bad hire can make the difference between success and failure. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 30% of small business failure is caused by employee theft. Effective hintergrund checks mitigate your risk of hiring objectionable, or even dangerous, employees. In todays economic environment, every business must cut costs anywhere they can. Your business is no different and your survival depends on figuring out where you can save money. One of the biggest expenses for businesses is locating, interviewing, and training new talent. Therefore, a hiring decision should be made with careful thought and consideration. One of the best and most cost-effective ways to ensure that you make a smart hiring decision is to prescreen candidates through background checks. Not only do background checks cut down on bad hiring decisions, but background checks also proactively protect your company. Here are some of the basics about background checks that you need to know that will assist you to keep your employees safe. Protect Your Legal Liability With Background Checks Small businesses often forgo candidate background checks for one of two reasons. The first is the false sense of security and trust that small business owners develop working closely with their employees. The second is that most business owners dont understand the legal liabilities associated with candidate screening and background checks. Any business in which employees interact with or provide a direct service to customers, such as daycare or contractors, is liable if an employee does harm to a customer and it turns out that the employee had a previous history of wrongdoing. A small or medium-si zed business may never recover from such a lawsuit. You may also find that your business insurance provider offers a discount on coverage if you do background checks to pre-screen when hiring your employees. Select Vendors to Do Background Checks Because of potential employer liability and to protect the interests of your workplace and your customers, work with a background screening company you trust. While employers can do background checking on their own, working with a reputable, experienced company can ensure the thoroughness and reliability of the background screening. Before choosing a company to help you with background checks, research and make sure it is the best service for your companys needs. Companies that do background checks come in all shapes and sizes and are built to service different types of customers. Make sure that the company you choose to do your background checks has a toll-free number answered by a real rolle who can help with your questions. In additi on, when selecting the company that will do your background checks, ask to speak to previous customers. Do a Google search to binnensee what comes up when you research the company. If a company has few or negative results, move on and use a different provider of background checks. Purchasing instant public records is not appropriate for doing potential employee background checks. If you confirm your hiring decisions based on that type of public record data, you can find your company in hot water. The instant databases out there are just that- databases. Most do not fact check, clean up, or refresh their information very often, if ever. In order to perform background checks, you must have the potential employees consent. (Many job applications have a line for the signature of the employee authorizing the potential employer to do background checks.) In addition, a reputable company, that provides background checks, will make sure that the data you receive is current and, most importa ntly, accurate. Understand the Fair Credit Reporting Act Before Background Checks The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) was set up to protect a job seekers privacy rights and to give them recourse if an employer makes a hiring decision based on inaccurate data found during background checks. First, an employer must get a job seekers written consent to perform background checks. Second, if an employer makes a hiring decision based on information found from the background checks, they must inform the job seeker of the source used for the background checks (which is where the instant sources and databases can get your company in trouble). Compliance with the FCRA is easy once you know what to do and a good background checking company will help you as well. Pay for Only the Background Checks You Need One common trend in companies that do background checks is to encourage businesses to purchase every piece of information they can find about a potential employee and charge a lot fo r behauptung background checks. If your business needs to know everything about a potential employee, by all means, go pay for these extensive background checks. However, if you are hiring a teleworking employee to program your website, as an example, a reference check, a criminal background check, and a technical certification background check should be all you need. Supplement Background Checks With Web Searches You can and should supplement your background checks with a web search. Since anyone can enter anything they want on a social network profile, doing a Google search is not a source of trustworthy information about a potential employees background. However, the web search is a great supplement to background checks because you can obtain insight into who the person is and what types of things they blog about or write on their profiles. Dont just look for reasons not to hire the potential employee, however you might actually confirm your hiring decision. You may find that , in addition to his or her positive background checks, your potential employee is extremely smart and passionate about their profession and that your company cant live without them. You can create a happy ending- for both the employer and the employee- through effective background checks. DisclaimerPlease note that the information provided, while authoritative, is not guaranteed for accuracy and legality. The site is read by a world-wide audience and employment laws and regulations vary from state to state and country to country. Please seek legal assistance, or assistance from State, Federal, or International governmental resources, to make certain your legal interpretation and decisions are correct for your location. This information is for guidance, ideas, and assistance.