The major key to finding a job that you love - CareerEnlightenment.com

A3 Mentors allow you to see a clear picture of the job by learning from their experiences. It can save you a ton of time and pain #BizChatsâ€" Brenden Dilley (@Hublife) February 10, 2016A3. Find a mentor that has no stake in the outcome. Your boss or others might have their own agenda. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016@mashbusiness A3. by leveraging on his/her experience for industry insight networks for available openings #BizChatsâ€" tai chi chai tea (@nmadielson) February 10, 2016A3. A mentor who has the role you would like to have can help you avoid pitfalls. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A3: Dont expect your mentor to be the only answer to your career questionshave more than one! #bizchatsâ€" Hannah Morgan (@careersherpa) February 10, 2016@mashbusiness A3: They can share their experience and give valuable advice along the career #BizChatsâ€" Trims Unlimited (@TrimsUnlimited) February 10, 2016A3. Learning about your men tors experiences can actually help you figure out what you dont want to do as a career. #bizchatsâ€" Scott Clark (@MrScottClark) February 10, 2016A3. Mentor = support and clarity. They can identify fits with emerging fields and pockets of opportunities. #BizChatsâ€" Vicki Salemi (@vickisalemi) February 10, 2016A3. Have a mentor and BE a mentor. Being a mentor helps you be a better mentee. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016@mashbusiness A3: Mentors can help you craft a blueprint, but at the end of the day, its your job to build the house. #BizChatsâ€" Jeff Seevers (@jseevers) February 10, 2016A3. Remember, though: Mentorships arent handed to you… you have to ask for what you need. #BizChatsâ€" Amanda Augustine (@JobSearchAmanda) February 10, 2016A3b Choose a mentor who has what you want, not only in business but in life. Success without balance can lead to misery. #BizChatsâ€" Brenden Dilley (@Hublife) February 10, 2016 Question 4:Q4. What are clever ways to get your foot in the door at a company where you don’t have any connections? #BizChatsâ€" Mashable Business (@mashbusiness) February 10, 2016A4: Follow companies on @LinkedIn @Twitter and give them shout outs in your feed to get noticed. #BIZCHATSâ€" J.T. ODonnell (@jtodonnell) February 10, 2016A4. Get a connection. There’s always a way. A friend of a friend, etc. 70-80% of jobs are found via a connection. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A4. Use the #LinkedIn alumni feature to find a connection. It is a valuable tool for getting a warm lead. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A4. Follow potential hiring managers on Twitter and start conversations with them. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A4. Thats easy. Get you butt on LinkedIn and start InMailing people at your level. Use my scripts here: https://t.co/NoxbsGe0PN #bizchatsâ€" Joshua Waldman (@JoshuaWaldman) February 10, 2016A4: Approach com pany before there is an opening! More likely to stand out. And stalk insiders to see where they hang out. #bizchatsâ€" Hannah Morgan (@careersherpa) February 10, 2016A4. Do a #LinkedIn search to find employees, then connect. Ask for informational interviews. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A4 Grab a beverage after work at the local watering hole near your dream company and make friends with other patrons #networking #bizchatsâ€" Amanda Augustine (@JobSearchAmanda) February 10, 2016A4. Find the 5 key contacts, then stalk them. See where they are online â€" then follow, subscribe, friend, etc. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A4 Build a personal brand that speaks to your target field/industry/company so they have a reason to want to speak with you #bizchatsâ€" Amanda Augustine (@JobSearchAmanda) February 10, 2016@mashbusiness A4: Be an expert and in the know of whats going on in the industry and suggest ways on how to improve th e business #BizChatsâ€" Trims Unlimited (@TrimsUnlimited) February 10, 2016A4. Follow the company on social media sites and start a conversation with them! It shows you are are interested and proactive. #bizchatsâ€" Jannat Choudhury (@SimplyJannat) February 10, 2016A4. Do some research on LinkedIn. Its a great way to learn about the people of the company #bizchatsâ€" Scott Clark (@MrScottClark) February 10, 2016@mashbusiness have a strong social media presence and brand to truly stand out. #BizChatsâ€" Tania Moya (@taniamoya14) February 10, 2016A4. Its important to network, network, network to get a foot in the door. In recruiting, I never responded to cold calls. #sorry #BizChatsâ€" Vicki Salemi (@vickisalemi) February 10, 2016A4. Reach out to your alma maters career office which is often free ask for alums at employers/industries on your radar. #BizChatsâ€" Vicki Salemi (@vickisalemi) February 10, 2016A4 Dont underestimate your personal contacts. Your roommates best friends uncle could be the key to your dream job #bizchatsâ€" Amanda Augustine (@JobSearchAmanda) February 10, 2016@mashbusiness Become a Volunteer, it will give you experiences and allow you to prove yourself to the company. #BizChatsâ€" Elijah Stroman (@ElijahStroman) February 10, 2016 Question 5:Q5. What are practical everyday steps you can take to set yourself up for success in the future? #BizChatsâ€" Mashable Business (@mashbusiness) February 10, 2016A5: Volunteer, be a life-long-learner, and stay up on industry knowledge to start the process. Then add in social media know-how! #bizchatsâ€" Hannah Morgan (@careersherpa) February 10, 2016A5. Meditate, drink water and exercise! Get some interesting hobbies. #bizchatsâ€" Joshua Waldman (@JoshuaWaldman) February 10, 2016A5. At the end of each day, note 1 thing you’re grateful for, 1 thing you learned 1 thing you accomplished. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A5. Be impeccable w/ your words, behaviors attitudes. Not only your work but how you carry yourself interact respectfully. #BizChatsâ€" Vicki Salemi (@vickisalemi) February 10, 2016A5: Your network is your net worth. You should network as habit Like brushing your teeth! #BizChatsâ€" J.T. ODonnell (@jtodonnell) February 10, 2016A5B The more branding behind YOUR name, the more transparent your application. Consistency shows stability and companies love that #BizChatsâ€" Brenden Dilley (@Hublife) February 10, 2016Q5: read books, blogs, and ask for feedback. Do whatever you can to improve your skillset #BizChatsâ€" Garrett Roy (@HRbyGarrett) February 10, 2016A5 #BizChats Be present daily, whether posting related topics or replying to your networks on social, but being present sharing dailyâ€" Arielle Q. (@ArielleQ4) February 10, 2016A5. Create a wins journal Record all your successes. It’s important for your review and career mktg tools. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A5. Carefully evaluate your personal brand. Does it speak to your current goals? #BizChatsâ€" Amanda Augustine (@JobSearchAmanda) February 10, 2016A5: Build your personal brand/#social presence and establish short terms goals that lead to you landing your dream job! #BizChatsâ€" Rymax Marketing (@RymaxInc) February 10, 2016A5 Make a long term goal and a short term to do list. Check it off. Lets you stay on point. #BizChatsâ€" Yasin Abbak (@YouFoundYasin) February 10, 2016A5. Do a brand-building activity: update your #LinkedIn activity feed or reach out to a former colleague, etc. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016@mashbusiness A5: Always be learning and growing in your field. Success is no accident. Sharpen and grow your skills every day. #BizChatsâ€" Tania Moya (@taniamoya14) February 10, 2016 Question 6:Q6. What are your favorite apps, tools, products you use that can help professionals find a job they love? #BizChatsâ€" Mashable Business (@mashbusiness) February 10, 2016A6 # LinkedIn is the best tool for finding a job and doing your job better â€" when you know how to use it. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A6 Twitter. 2 years ago I was a nobody with a new book. Last year I had 107 million twitter impressions. I love it for networking. #BizChatsâ€" Brenden Dilley (@Hublife) February 10, 2016A6. LinkedIn has a great jobs app, as well as ZipRecuriter, Career Builder and Indeed #bizchatsâ€" Scott Clark (@MrScottClark) February 10, 2016A6. Never underestimate a good ol fashioned Google search when creating target company lists, looking for contacts, etc. #BizChatsâ€" Amanda Augustine (@JobSearchAmanda) February 10, 2016A6. #Jobaware it lets you sync all your job search activity and link it with #LinkedIn #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A6 Sites like @CourseHorse @coursera @skillshare @edXOnline @lynda are great for continued learning/professional developement #BizChatsâ€" Amanda Augustine (@JobSearchAmanda) Febr uary 10, 2016A6: I love @LinkedIn, @Glassdoor, @twitter, @instagram for researching employers. #BizChatsâ€" J.T. ODonnell (@jtodonnell) February 10, 2016@jtodonnell @LinkedIn @Glassdoor @twitter @instagram Instagram is great for getting a sense of culture at a company! #BizChatsâ€" Rymax Marketing (@RymaxInc) February 10, 2016A6. Heres a great list of #jobsearch apps to help you find your #dreamjob while on the go: https://t.co/8lu745K0Rg #BizChatsâ€" Amanda Augustine (@JobSearchAmanda) February 10, 2016 Question 7:Q7. What are the biggest mistakes professionals make when looking to transition over to their dream job?â€" Mashable Business (@mashbusiness) February 10, 2016A7. Not saying thank you or offering to do something in return when a mentor gives you a hand on something. #BizChatsâ€" Tracey Edouard (@talkthattrace) February 10, 2016A7: When switching careers, research salaries before jumping into training or going back to school. Speak w/ people in the career #bizchatsâ€" Han nah Morgan (@careersherpa) February 10, 2016A7 Just because its YOUR dream job doesnt mean youre their dream candidate. Getting the job is 1/2 the fight. Can you keep it? #BizChatsâ€" Brenden Dilley (@Hublife) February 10, 2016A7. They cut ties with the past. Stay connected with people from the past. Diverse networks are powerful. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A7. They let fear impede success. When you make the decision, jump in without hesitation. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A7: assuming they can take a break from developing their career. Always keep growing! #BizChatsâ€" J.T. ODonnell (@jtodonnell) February 10, 2016@mashbusiness A7: not having patience overlooking small opportunities that can lead to bigger things! #BizChatsâ€" Janice Camacho (@JaniceWasLike) February 10, 2016A7b Landing the job doesnt mean take your foot off the pedal. The first 90 days is critical in reaffirming their great decision. #BizChatsâ€" B renden Dilley (@Hublife) February 10, 2016A7: Not researching the company culture. It may be your dream position, but does your vision align with the companys? #BizChatsâ€" Rise (@riseofculture) February 10, 2016@mashbusiness A7. Not researching, the role, the company or opportunity #BizChatsâ€" Christopher Leafe (@cplbusiness) February 10, 2016A7. Sometimes you need to take a step backwards or sideways to move up. Some jobs are necessary stepping stones toward your dream #BizChatsâ€" Amanda Augustine (@JobSearchAmanda) February 10, 2016A7: Also, taking a break from networking because they finally got a job. Never stop networking. Things can change in an instant! #BizChatsâ€" J.T. ODonnell (@jtodonnell) February 10, 2016A7. Some people don’t plan. I didn’t plan my change from corp exec to entrepreneur. Don’t do what I did! #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A7: Not giving enough time to properly prepare for their dream job. Get security first. Dont ju mp in too fast. #bizchatsâ€" SilkRoad (@silkroadtweets) February 10, 2016@mashbusiness Q7. If your dream job is entrepreneurial in nature, figure out a way to test the waters before jumping ship! #BizChatsâ€" Jeff Brown (@jffrybrwn) February 10, 2016 Question 8:Q8. What final tips do you have for helping others acquire a job that they love? #BizChatsâ€" Mashable Business (@mashbusiness) February 10, 2016A8. Know your message, build an strong online presence, then use that as a platform to network into new opportunities. #bizchatsâ€" Joshua Waldman (@JoshuaWaldman) February 10, 2016@mashbusiness A8 Dont stop until it happens, it will happen if you dont stop. #BizChatsâ€" Elijah Stroman (@ElijahStroman) February 10, 2016A8: Your career happiness is your responsibility. The best opportunities are usually hidden. Up to you to find them #BizChatsâ€" J.T. ODonnell (@jtodonnell) February 10, 2016A8. Take it one step at a time. Start by clarifying your goals, then building a strategy with s maller goals to get there #BizChatsâ€" Amanda Augustine (@JobSearchAmanda) February 10, 2016A8. Dont be your worst enemy. Dont let the Nos make you think youre less than. You will acquire that job with time and work. #bizchatsâ€" Jannat Choudhury (@SimplyJannat) February 10, 2016A8 #BizChats Research the culture of where you want to go, align yourself your social presence to show how you belong. That + résumé = ?â€" Arielle Q. (@ArielleQ4) February 10, 2016@mashbusiness A8: follow dreams and not money, follow your skills + goals. Culture is key to happiness and happiness is key to successâ€" Abhirukt N. Sapru (@abhirukt) February 10, 2016A8. It all comes down to self-awareness. When you know who you are, you can get clear on the ideal job. #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016A8. Be patient. Do your research! Salary, company, opportunity, everything. Dont quickly accept 1st offer just bc its the 1st. #BizChatsâ€" Vicki Salemi (@vickisalemi) February 10, 20 16A8: Finding your dream job isnt rocket scienceJust follow these simple steps! https://t.co/N931CdrTEX #bizchatsâ€" Hannah Morgan (@careersherpa) February 10, 2016A8: It is the journey, not the destination! Thats what your career is! #bizchatsâ€" Hannah Morgan (@careersherpa) February 10, 2016A8B Dream jobs are like dream spouses. The one you think you want arent always the best one for you so dont despair over a no #BizChatsâ€" Brenden Dilley (@Hublife) February 10, 2016 Closing Comments:What fun! Thanks @joshuawaldman @careersherpa @JobSearchAmanda @jtodonnell @vickisalemi @mashbusiness #bizchatsâ€" WilliamArruda (@williamarruda) February 10, 2016#BizChats was great!Thanks, @williamarruda, @mashbusiness, @careersherpa, @JobSearchAmanda, @JoshuaWaldman, @jtodonnell, @vickisalemi!â€" Reach Branding (@reachbranding) February 10, 2016Had a great time! Thanks everyone! @mashbusiness, @careersherpa, @JoshuaWaldman, @jtodonnell, @vickisalemi, @williamarruda #BizChatsâ€" Amanda Augustine (@JobSearchAmanda) February 10, 2016

8 Expert Tips for Getting Past Resume Screeners

8 Expert Tips for Getting Past Resume Screeners As a job seeker, you’ve likely heard of resume screeners, or Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), before. And if you do your research, it’s pretty easy to learn the basics. They have multiple uses for companies, but most commonly, they are used by hiring managers and recruiters to filter large amounts of job applicants. So it’s important you know how to “beat” them to get your resume through to the hiring manager. When thinking about ATS, your perspective makes a huge difference. It’s easy to approach ATS from the perspective of the job seeker, but if you flip your perspective to that of the recruiter, you can learn a whole lot more. Check out our 8 recruiter tips for getting past applicant tracking systems. 1. Take Your Time Your resume is your number one ticket to getting a job. If there is any part of the job search process where you should spend the most time, it is on building your resume. As robots, ATS will not parse (organize into the database) errors correctly. Recruiters are experts in reading resumes, which means they are also experts in catching spelling errors, formatting errors and other mistakes. Take your time to make sure every part of your resume is done well for the sake of getting past ATS, and for making an impression when it lands in the recruiter’s hands. 2. Take Keywords Seriously You’d be hard pressed to find a recruiter that doesn’t recommend using keywords to tailor your resume. From a recruiter’s perspective, keywords are important because those are the search terms they use to narrow down candidates in ATS. For example, if the job posting calls for a candidate with “JavaScript” knowledge, “JavaScript” will likely be a search term the recruiter uses to filter through applications. Use important keywords in your resume to make sure it gets seen. Some ATS will even rank your resume higher if the searched skill is included more than once. Important note: If you are going to use a keyword more than once, do not go overboard. Recruiters do not tolerate keyword stuffing. 3. Use a Format That Works for You Your resume format determines how a recruiter (and ATS) sees you. For example, the chronological resume format puts an emphasis on work experience, while the functional and hybrid resume formats focus on skills and accomplishments. It is a common misconception that the chronological format is the best match for ATS. In reality, that isn’t necessarily true. The best format is whichever format highlights the best parts of your work history. A recruiter’s first impression of you will often be whatever information is located at the top of your resume. Keep this in mind when choosing a layout. 4. Kill the Objective Statement The resume objective statement should stay in the past, where it belongs. As far as your ATS-optimized resume is concerned, no introductory statement is necessary. It is best to keep your resume clean and include only vital, measurable information. However, if you insist on a statement, most recruiters will suggest a summary statement if you have more than 10 years of experience. While an objective statement explains the job seeker’s goals, a summary statement shows  your  accomplishments. If you include a summary statement, use it as a source for relevant keywords. 5. Keep it Short and Sweet If you are on the fence about including a piece of information in your resume, it probably shouldn’t be included. Some ATS score resumes using a noise-to-keyword ratio, meaning if you include too much irrelevant content, it can lower your overall rank. Trust your instincts when they tell you a past job or skill is not relevant to a specific job opportunity. Unsure?  Consult the job posting as a reference. Tailoring your resume for each job will naturally keep irrelevant information at bay. 6. Don’t Try to Be Fancy As a rule of thumb, your resume is about what you can do, and the interview is about who you are. You are unique, and you have qualities to offer that no other candidate has. Recruiters want to see your personality, but not before they see your capabilities as an employee. Let your professional abilities take the stage in your resume through your measurable skills and accomplishments. Dont use a fancy font or over-the-top resume templates to try to showcase your personality. Instead, focus your resume on the hard, factual evidence that will get it past ATS and the recruiter to land  you an interview. Then, use the interview as your chance to show your personality. 7. Say Hello to Bullet Points Recruiters will recommend bullet points for two reasons: The human eye can skim them quickly They parse easily by ATS Below each job description, use bullet points to describe your role and accomplishments, including programs and software you often used. These bullet points should include measurable informationthink percentages and dollars. Stick to 3-4 single-line bullet points to keep it concise. Recruiters hate to see chunks of text on your resume. 8. Don’t Sound Like a Robot The ATS-optimized resume serves a specific purpose: to get into the recruiter or hiring manager’s hands. When writing your resume, be sure you are keeping that end goal in mind. The trick is to add the components needed to get past ATS without making your resume sound unnatural. Find the balance between making your resume a match for the robots and appealing to the recruiter. As you are optimizing your resume for ATS, do a quick check every so often by asking yourself, “does this part sound forced?” Applicant tracking systems were built to alleviate the tasks of recruiters. If you put yourself in the position of the recruiter and consider their tasks, the functionality of ATS is revealed. For example, to mimic a recruiter, an ATS must scan each resume, pick out relevant information, choose the top applicants based on relevant search, and be able to contact the candidates. Now jump back into the position of the job seeker and use that knowledge to optimize your resume for ATS. About the Author This post was written by James Hu, the founder and CEO of Jobscan, a tool that helps job seekers land more interviews by comparing one’s resume against any job description for keywords and match rate. Follow Jobscan on  Facebook,  Twitter  and  Instagram Get everything you need to create a career you love  by signing up for the newsletter.

Career Services Helps You Make Use of Resume Writing Services

Career Services Helps You Make Use of Resume Writing ServicesIn today's market, for every situation and industry, there are plenty of job openings and positions for individuals to land, but if you don't have the skills and qualifications to fill them, you'll probably be wasting your time and effort. Luckily, there are plenty of career centers, trade schools, colleges, and universities that provide education services to students who are considering a college education or who want to enter a professional field that will lead to better employment.Resume writing services in North Carolina are the best way to find the kind of work that fits your personality and character. You might have more opportunity than you realize. It doesn't mean that it will be easy, and it won't be profitable for you.This is why a resume writing service will help you to make sure that your professional endeavors are highlighted and made personal contact with potential employers. Their services also offer you valu able advice on where to get the information that you need to succeed. You may not be aware of this, but when you are part of the workforce, it is important to make yourself available.Clients will also be able to get help with developing a personal profile that will help to reveal you as an individual. This is the first step in career development. A resume writing service can help you build this profile in the first place.Career services will help you learn how to create a professionally designed resume. All you need to do is provide them with information on your background and past accomplishments. They will assist you to research and identify the most appropriate words and phrases that you use to summarize your achievements, skills, and experience in the workplace.They can give you a good example of how to portray your skills, experiences, and talents in the best possible light. Resume writing services will help you to see this in practice, so that you can be ready to present a pro fessionally crafted resume when you are interested in getting the interview you deserve.It is a very good idea to visit one of these companies before you choose to apply for a job. They will help you to search for the kind of job you are interested in. They will assist you to determine whether it is the right job for you.

How Much Do Resume Gaps Matter

How Much Do Resume Gaps Matter Q: Will employers be understanding that I may have a month gap in employment due to the fact that I moved across the country for my husband’s job? My husband and I are moving in December to Wisconsin (from Texas) so he can start a new job on January 4th. I love my current job and am sad to leave it. However, from a financial standpoint, it seems to make the most sense for me to move with him in December, even though I don’t have a job currently lined up in Wisconsin. My question is, how important is it nowadays to not have a gap in your employment history? Will employers be understanding that I may have a month gap in employment due to the fact that I moved across the country for my husband’s job? Or is it better if I stay at my current job until I have a new job locked up in Wisconsin? Do most employers accept the fact that circumstances like this can happen and won’t be turned off if I have a month or two where I’m unemployed? Would it be better if I went and got a temporary job at a retail shop until I can find something in my actual field just to avoid an employment gap? I’ve never been fired from a job or asked to resign, and I currently have no gaps in my employment history. All my supervisors said they were sad to see me go, and I have good references lined up for when I do start interviewing. A: I think at some point the standard advice about resume gaps started making people think that even very short gaps will be a problem, or that gaps for any reason are bad. But neither of those is the case. The deal with employment gaps is this: When employers see large gaps between jobs, they wonder what happened: Did you leave the previous job with nothing lined up, and if so, why? Were you fired? Did you blow up one day and walk off the job in a fit of rage? Were you working somewhere that you’ve deliberately left off your resume, and if so, are you trying to hide something that would be concerning if I knew about it? Or was there a perfectly understandable reason? If the answer is “we moved to a new state,” “I had a baby and took a year off,” “I had a family health situation that has since been resolved,” or other perfectly understandable reasons, the gap isn’t likely to be an issue. An employer will just want to hear what was behind it, and an answer like that should put it to rest. In other words, it’s not the gap itself that’s an issue. It’s just that it raises a question of whether there could be something concerning behind it. When you can demonstrate that there isn’t, it’s a non-issue. As for length, it’s very unlikely that you’ll ever even be asked about a gap of a few months or less. In general, gaps don’t become a question for employers until they’re five or six months or longer, and they don’t become potential red flags until they’re longer than that. And patterns matter too; if you have a solid work history and one gap of, say, eight months, it’s unlikely that anyone will care. But if you have multiple gaps, they’re probably going to take a closer look and wonder what’s up with the pattern. Q: My office-mate stinks. I share an office with a guy who’s about 20 years my senior. Our office is a pretty good size. We’re constantly about five feet away from each other. I’ve been in this office for about two months now (just moved teams in my company and therefore buildings). As the day goes on, he gets stinkier and stinkier, and whenever he stretches, it stinks up the whole office. I am keeping the door open. I haven’t rigorously documented how often he gets stinkyâ€"it’s definitely more than once a week, perhaps not every day, and more towards the end of the day. At what point, if ever, could I request to change offices, or some other course of action? We’re on the same team, but we don’t work on any of the same projects. I’m certainly not perfect to share an office with, as I also occupy a human body, etc., but this is egregious. A: I think you could ask to change offices now â€" you’re not required to tolerate this for some particular length of time before you’re allowed to ask not to be subjected to it. When it’s at the point that it’s clear that it’s a regular thing and not merely occasional, it’s reasonable to explain the situation and ask if you can sit somewhere else. Do be prepared that your boss might instead choose to try to address the problem with your coworker instead of moving you, or even that you might be told to find a way to deal with it … but it’s a totally reasonable thing to speak up about. These questions are adapted from ones that originally appeared on Ask a Manager. Some have been edited for length. More From Ask a Manager: Can we ban smelly foods in the office microwave? How to talk to an employee about body odor I’ve messed up my work history and now can’t find a job

How to become a forklift operator

How to become a forklift operator These days, logistics careers are a growing hotspot. People with the skills and know-how to manage the inventory coming in and out of warehouses or bring that specialized skill set to a construction site are going to be in demand for the foreseeable future. Specifically, forklift operators, with their large equipment expertise, are in a great position for the future. With e-commerce companies like Amazon building more and more warehouses every day, these trained professionals help keep products moving efficiently on their trip from one place to another. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1472832551951-0'); }); What does a forklift operator do?Forklift operators use heavy machinery to move objects or materials. They are most often found in warehouses (or other storage settings), factories, and on construction sites. The direct work tasks are pretty straightforwardâ€"using the forklift to move object A to place B. However, forklift operators may also be respo nsible for:Maintaining forklifts and other mechanical equipmentHandling other cargo equipment, such as shrink wrap machines, lifts, and trailersUsing software related to inventory and supply chain managementThis is a job that also requires a lot of physical stamina and strength, as it may require heavy lifting and the ability to work on repetitive tasks for hours at a time. It’s also classified as a “hazardous occupation” by the Fair Labor Standards Act, which means that operators need to pay close attention to safety and situational awareness.What skills do forklift operators have?Forklift operators need to have a very specific skill set in order to be successful.Mechanical Skills:  Forklift operators work with heavy equipment and tractors all day, every day, so it’s important to be able to troubleshoot issues as they arise, or risk losing productivity.Manual Dexterity:  Because they’re moving heavy objects or loads, forklift operators need to be able to control both the vehicle and the materials they’re moving.What do you need to become a forklift operator?Because of the equipment involved and the potential hazards of handling heavy equipment and heavy loads, forklift operators need to be certified. Certification typically involves completing a training course from an accredited school or online program. Once the course is complete, you’ll need to pass a forklift-specific test, which is usually made up of a written component and a physical (driving) component.How much do forklift operators make?According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for certified forklift operators is $33,890, or $16.29 per hour. This can change depending on the skill level necessary to perform the job or the complexity of the work.What’s the outlook for forklift operators?Although the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts only slight growth for this field through 2024, there are increasing opportunities in cities and towns that are beco ming transportation and shipping/logistics hubs.If you’re thinking about a career in the warehouse/logistics world, and you don’t mind doing the (literal) heavy lifting, then getting certified as a forklift operator can be a great entry point. Good luck!

Women of Color Are Not Advancing, Despite Progress for White Women

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