How Finding Your Tribe Can Be The Key To Finding Your Ideal Career

How Finding Your Tribe Can Be The Key To Finding Your Ideal Career Expert Advice > How to build your support team How Finding Your Tribe Can Be The Key To Finding Your Ideal Career * Surrounded by people with whom you have little or nothing in common? Itching to work with people who you really connect with? Sonia Lakshman shows you how to match your skills with your peopleto create a great career. A careershifting lawyer friend of minesaid to me the other day that, although she was enjoying the intellectual challenge of her MBA, she was frustrated that hercolleagues weren't like her. Her friends are all actors, musicians, writers.She herself isflamboyant, generous andcreative â€" and hasa fabulous business brain. Trouble is, she's using that business brain in un-flamboyant, ungenerous, uncreative places, surrounded by un-flamboyant, uncreative people. They're not her tribe. This made the penny drop about what she really wants to do.She’s going to use her commercial savvy to work in the arts, as an agent or a producer. Tribes are about kinship For my friend, it’s easy to see it fits. It’s her. It’s where she belongs. It’s powerful, this tribe thing. Lots has been written about it and marketers especially love it, for obvious reasons. A tribe is viewed, historically or developmentally, as a social group existing before the development of, or outside of, states. Many anthropologists used the term 'tribal society' to refer to societies organised largely on the basis of kinship. Kinship. That’s it! Being around people like you. With whom you connect. Where you buy in. Where you fit. Where you express your full self. Where you grow, and where you’re at home. It’s not geographical. It’s a kinship of spirit, of being, of expression, of the things you care about, of who you are. It’s not an ‘us and them’, or a superior or inferior thing. It’s just a natural gravitation towards people like you. Look around you Have a good look at your friends. What common characteristics do you notice? Out of curiosity, I did this with my friends. When I did,a little chill ran down my spine.NONE of them (myself included) had a 'proper job' (i.e. were paid a wage by an employer in an office). We all do different things: vintage fashion retailer; street artist; travel writer; interior designer; ceramist;voice-over pro. On the surface, it may not look like it hangs together, but here’s the thread: we are all without exception self-employed, quirky, creative, passionate, energetic, free agents, not interested in rules or routine. We love being different. They’re my tribe. It was extraordinary to see it in that way, so clearly. Clue: Whichever way you come at it, whether it’s the environments you’re attracted to, the things you’re interested in and care about, the lifestyle you want, the talents you’d love to express â€" they’re all leading you, drawing you, gravitationally, magnetically towards your tribe… So, what’s your tribe?What kind of people are in it? And what clues does this give you about the kind of work you might be best suited for? Leave a comment below. Ready to get unstuck? Join Sonia at our'How To Find The Work You Love' intensive London workshops, which take place approximately twice a month. Find out more about Sonia's one-on-one coachingor read her blogatHappy Mondays.

On the Job by Anita Bruzzese How to Learn to Receive Feedback Well

On the Job by Anita Bruzzese How to Learn to Receive Feedback Well This morning your mirror confirmed that yes, indeed, you do look fat in those pants. Your new puppy let you know that your house-training efforts are not working. Then you got to work and your boss had edited your report so heavily the only original thing was your name and the date. No matter where we get feedback from our dog or our boss it can be difficult to take. Even our own mirror doesnt want to be a friend to us on some days. Were often coached onhow to give feedback, but no one tells us how to hear feedback andlikeit. Or at least hear it and not assume the fetal position or punch a hole in the wall. In a new book, Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well, authorsDouglas StoneandSheila Heencontend that how we receive feedback is even more important than how its given. In other words, someone can give you really great feedback, but if youre not open to receiving it in a positive way, what difference does it make? What are some reasons you dismiss feedback? Consider: Truth triggers.The feedback seems off-target and is based on incomplete information or out of line with what youre trying to do. You believe it to belousy feedback, so you ignore it. Relationship triggers.Forget whatever is being said, its the relationship with the person offering the feedback that is the problem. Maybe the person doesnt appreciate your efforts or accomplishments. It could also be that you distrust the other persons motives or expertise. Identity triggers. Youre so overwhelmed by the feedback you cant discuss it. It undermines how you see yourself in some way, or even threatens your sense of safety or well-being. The feedback can become distorted because youre so out of sorts. Stone and Heen say that you can become better at receiving feedback (read more here)

Weekly Recap Is Your Boss Killing You, Managing the Cost of University Life And More

Weekly Recap Is Your Boss Killing You, Managing the Cost of University Life And More ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ #JOB OPENING: Business Developer with FoodKite Job Title: Business Developer Description: This is an entrepreneurial internship. If you want to be a future CEO and start your own business this applies to you. ___________________________________________________ On The Blog Infographic: Is Your Bad Boss Killing You We all have bad bosses, or have at least heard of them. Thankfully, I have never had to deal with a bad boss personally, but dear oh dear, I’ve heard of a few in How A Postgraduate Degree Can Help You Stand Out From The Crowd Sponsored post by Middlesex University. A Worthwhile Investment Having just completed a three-year degree at a cost in excess of £30,000, many students may feel that pursuing study How to Prepare for the Job Market While You’re Still in College If you’re familiar with the latest labor statistics, you probably know that finding a job as a recent college grad is far from easy. Fortunately, there are things you can do at college Managing the Cost of University Life Student days are the best. That sense of freedom from Mom and Dad. Getting out of bed when you want. Cutting class and not needing a note. But all too soon, things can get ____________________________________________________________________________________________ #Job Opening: Assistant Management Accountant Job Title:  Assistant Management Accountant Description: A great opportunity has arisen for a Assistant Management Accountant to join our client, a growing property company in Central London. ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 0

Cant make the graduate recruitment fair What should you do University of Manchester Careers Blog

Cant make the graduate recruitment fair What should you do University of Manchester Careers Blog Do not despair, if you are still looking for a graduate level job starting in summer or autumn here are a few tips: The benefit of attending the fair is talking to the recruiters to ask questions and hopefully to make a good impression. However all is not lost if you cant attend. Check the Graduate Fair website the exhibitor lists are already up (there will be some last minute changes) so you can already access the vacancies they are recruiting for and make your applications. Want to chat to recruiters  use their facebook and twitter accounts or make contact on LinkedIn. WARNING make sure your social media accounts are squeeky clean before doing this. You really dont want the head recruiter at PWC seeing you wearing that hilarious stag / hen do outfit! Check for employer events on CareersLink Check to see if there are any other fairs you could attend. Most are listed on the Prospects website. Consider a graduate internship   MGIP The Manchester graduate Internship programme will be in full flow in June with lots of recruiters offering positions for 4-12 months to get you started on the job ladder.   Most of these jobs have a quick turn around so you need to be on the ball, see it, apply for it, interview for it and you could be doing it a week or two  later! All Undergraduate Undergraduate-highlighted Careers fair employability employers Getting started graduate schemes Internships job hunting job market jobs Options

Dan Schawbel Interviews Seth Godin - Executive Career Brandâ„¢

Dan Schawbel Interviews Seth Godin The February 2010 issue of Personal Branding Magazine will be on the digital stands on February 1. But you can get a free sample issue now! Volume 3, Issue 3 is about becoming so important to your company, your customers and the people around you, that they cant live without you. When youre that valued in the marketplace, youre wielding a powerful personal brand. Seth Godin reveals his hope for career revolutionaries who want to remain relevant in a world that is being transformed by the internet. Food Networks powerhouse Guy Fieri talks about how he has built his personal brand as a television personality. Dan interviews Alexandra Levit, author of New Job, New You: A Guide to Reinventing Yourself in a Bright New Career, and talks with New England Patriots (NFL) defensive end Jarvis Green about taking the leap into entrepreneurship. The sample issue has 8 articles including: Grow, Polish Protect Your Future How to Be An Authority by Getting Personal Be Timely SEO Your Blog, Keep It Updated and Build a Following Subscribe to the full paid issue to get all the skinny. Related post: My Interview with Dan Schawbel â€" Me 2.0 Personal Branding 00 0

Entry Level and College Grad Jobs Vol 4 - CareerAlley

Entry Level and College Grad Jobs Vol 4 - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. Action may not always bring happiness, but there is no happiness without action. Benjamin Disraeli Action is the key word for this post (as well as your job search). It may seem like an endless job hunt with no end in sight, but there are many things you can do to help your search. Networks, you know the deal and you know the names (see below for a few) and I t mean Facebook in this case as well (see below). But what else? Internships, its never too late, even if you are already out of school with out a job. Look for an internship which can give you the experience you may need to get that job offer. Career Fairs Go to as many as you can. Ask your alumni office for a list and look on the web for additional resources. Entry level jobs are a high percentage of jobs available at career fairs. Last (but not least), use job boards but use them sparingly. You could easily spend all your waking hours on job boards without getting a lead. And, of course, there are always recruiters but we will save that list for another post. Networks / Resumes Advise: Nuresume This site is a network for college students which allows them to build an online resume portfolio. They can include photos, blogs, videos, chat, groups, forums, instant messaging and social networking. The site is jam packed with resources and options. There are links at the top of the page which provide access to the main areas (including Join and Invite links). The site integrates students, recruiters and employers and provides the tools you need to launch your online marketing campaign. The site is very impressive and well thought out. There is not enough space in this review to give justice to the site, so check it out today. Launch Your Career with LinkedIn If you are not leveraging LinkedIn yet then this video is for you (and its by the LinkedIn crowd). Using Job Seeking Resources This resource center, part of Graduate Careers Australia, provides some very useful information regarding career planning, research, career fairs, employment agencies, etc. The left-hand side of the page provides additional links to additional resources. Internships Career Fairs: How to Find an Internship Not Just Any InternshipOne That Fits Your Needs This article, by Collegeboard.com, provides a guide to planning your College Internship process. The article provides a number of links to resources (one of which is covered below) and is a good place to start your planning for internship programs. InternAbroad Thinking about an internship abroad? This is a good place to start. The site provides a large number of links at the top of the page (including intern abroad, study abroad, jobs abroad, volunteer abroad and much more). The Ten Keys to Success at Job and Career Fairs This article, by QuintCareers.com, provides excellent advice on preparing for career fairs. This article will help both College Students preparing for College Career Fairs as well as experienced hires preparing for professional career fairs. CareerFairs.com This site allows Job Seekers, Universities and Employers to coordinate the job fair process via a search-able database. You can search for upcoming job fairs and employers can pre-screen students. Mosaic Career Fairs This career fair, organized by the American Advertising Federation (AAF), gives College students the chance to meet with representatives from Advertising, Marketing and Communications companies. The site provides the dates of upcoming fairs as well as registration forms. There is also a link to the AAF Job Bank. Job Fair Directory Employment Resources This directory, provided by www.carouselexpo.com, allows you to search for job fairs by State. Click a State, and scroll down to see when there will be a career fair near you. Social Networks: Use Facebook to Help You in Your Job Hunt! This article, posted by Miriam Salpeter on Secrets of the Job Hunt, reviews an interesting experiment which used Facebook as a career marketing tool (there is a link to the full text in the article). The article also covers other tips regarding the use of your websites /or blogs as part of your marketing campaign (see Job Search Marketing Toolkit) SeekingSuccess SeekingSuccess is a resource website for recent Grads. There are tabs at the top for a Blog, Choosing your Career, Getting the Job, Succeeding at Work and Resume Writing. The Blog provides career advice while each of the other tabs provides articles related to the context of the tab. The left-hand side of the page has links to additional resources, including a Books for Career Success and Career Links. Job Boards: TeenJobScene This site specializes in job listings and resources for teens. The main page has a Job Seeker box in the middle of the page where you can register (post your resume so that it is available for employers) or head right to job search. The left-hand side of the page has Jobs by Category, including Internships and Summer Jobs. Remember, where (if) you work during college will count when looking for a job after graduation and will also help with internships. Further down on the page are jobs, listed by posting date. GoliathJobs The Source for Hiring Students Alumni is the tag line for this site. You can register, sign-in or go right to job search. Registering will give you access to a message center in addition to the typical resume posting and job search. There is a blog link at the bottom of the page which provides interesting articles. The search engine is fairly basic, and conducting a simple search (Finance in NY) returns some jobs that are old and too senior for recent grads, although there are jobs that are recent and entry level as well. Its not clear if registration gives access to advanced search. Good luck in your search.

Writing a Resume For a Summer Job - What You Should Keep in Mind

Writing a Resume For a Summer Job - What You Should Keep in MindIf you are seeking a summer job and want to make your resume stand out from the crowd, writing a resume for a summer job may not be the best thing for you. In fact, there are many things that you should consider in writing a resume for a summer job.First of all, you should consider what kind of job is going to be available for you to apply for. For example, if you want to work at a day care, it may not be in your best interest to write a resume for a summer job. This is because it may turn off some employers. So be sure that you have thought this through before you start writing a resume for a summer job.If you want to be sure that you get an interview for your summer job, you should definitely go ahead and create a professional looking resume. A good resume is one that looks impressive and can capture the attention of employers. It must also clearly state what your skills are and how you will fit into the company. Besid es that, it should be interesting and give a glimpse of what the company can expect from you. You should also make sure that you put as much information about yourself as possible so that you do not appear too eager.To be sure that you are taking the right steps, you should review your resume thoroughly. First of all, you need to check how many jobs you have applied for and how many companies you applied to. As a rule of thumb, you should have at least three or four resumes. So if you want to compare yourself with others, you can always look at other people's resumes and compare your own with theirs.Aside from looking at other people's resumes, you also need to review your own resume. After all, this is where your education and experience come into play. It would be bad if you wrote a resume for a summer job only to find out that you did not have much training in your past job. So think about what you have learned and make sure that you include it in your resume.Aside from being tho rough with your resume, you should also make sure that it contains the proper information. Take time to look through it carefully. Make sure that your skills are displayed clearly. Also, list your accomplishments and specific work experiences that show that you have the potential to do a great job. Also, remember that you should make yourself sound knowledgeable. In other words, include details about your interests, hobbies, and aspirations.Lastly, remember that most employers do not have time to go through every resume that they receive. This is why it is important to keep your resume simple and short. By keeping your resume short, you will be able to find employment faster. However, keep in mind that you need to be objective when reviewing the resume. After all, you need to make sure that you have no hidden biases on your resume and make sure that it is written properly.In addition, always try to remember that you can submit your resume as early as possible. This is because, there is no way that you will be able to make changes to it until the very last minute. In fact, you need to take your time and try to make certain that your resume will stand out. By doing this, you will be able to get more jobs and employers will notice your resume and your abilities.