Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Key Words to Use in Tech Writing Resume

Key Words to Use in Tech Writing ResumeKeywords are the words that appear at the end of your resume. It tells the reader something about you. The last thing you want is to come across as a phony when you are selling yourself for a high paying job.Key words on a resume should be grammatically correct. It will make the reader work harder when they need to read over your resume and find the words you chose which are not suitable. The better a resume is formatted the easier it will be to read over it.It should be written in an easy to read fashion, so that your resume is appealing to your employer. When you are writing your resume you have to think about the first impression you are making. One way to do this is to avoid using difficult words, such as numbers, proper nouns, unusual punctuation, etc.If your work is direct in your business requirement, you will avoid any words that do not tell what you mean. You must always keep in mind the company name and what the company does. Never use words like designer, analyst, research, etc. These will not sound professional to the people you are looking to hire.A technical term that is used in many professional fields is not appropriate for your job. You might need to proofread your resume and make sure it is free from any errors before you send it out. You must always be honest and objective about your work history.When you are looking for a new job, you should remember to write a good resume. It is your first marketing tool and will be the tool that gets you the job. If you use incorrect information on your resume you may cause yourself a great deal of embarrassment when it comes time to apply for a new job. Try to follow these tips and always keep in mind that your resume is your best weapon in this battle for employment.It is important to keep your resume concise so that it is not difficult to read and digest. Use the words that will not scare people away. Be accurate with your work history. Always make sure you get it right.

Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Uber Drivers in Britain Win Right to Be Treated as Employees

Uber Drivers in Britain Win Right to Be Treated as Employees Uber should no longer treat its drivers as self-employed, a British tribunal ruled on Friday, in a decision which threatens the taxi app’s business model by forcing it to pay the minimum wage and offer holiday entitlement. Two drivers brought their case to a British employment tribunal in July, arguing the rapidly expanding app, which allows users to book and pay for a taxi by smartphone, was acting unlawfully by not providing certain employment rights. The decision could also affect thousands of others who work for firms, including meal delivery services such as Deliveroo, in the so-called “gig economy”, where individuals work for multiple employers day to day without having a fixed contract. Video Player is loading.Play VideoPlayMuteCurrent Time  0:00/Duration  0:00Loaded: 0%Stream Type  LIVESeek to live, currently playing liveLIVERemaining Time  -0:00  Playback Rate1xChaptersChaptersDescriptionsdescriptions off, selectedCaptionscaptions and subtitles off, selectedAudio TrackFullscreenThis is a modal window.Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window.TextColorWhiteBlackRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyOpaqueSemi-TransparentBackgroundColorBlackWhiteRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyOpaqueSemi-TransparentTransparentWindowColorBlackWhiteRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyTransparentSemi-TransparentOpaqueFont Size50%75%100%125%150%175%200%300%400%Text Edge StyleNoneRaisedDepressedUniformDropshadowFont FamilyProportional Sans-SerifMonospace Sans-SerifProportional SerifMonospace SerifCasualScriptSmall CapsReset restore all settings to the default valuesDoneClose Modal DialogEnd of dialog window.PlayMuteCurrent Time  0:00/Duration  0:00Loaded: 0%Stream Type  LIVESeek to live, currently playing liveLIVERemaining Time  -0:00  Playback Rate1xFullscreen “This is a monumental victory that will have a hugely positive impact on drivers … and for thousands more in other industries where bogus self-employment is rife,” said Maria Ludkin, legal director at the GMB union which brought the case. Uber, which is valued at $62.5 billion (48 billion pounds) and whose investors include Goldman Sachs and GV, formerly known as Google Ventures, has faced protests, bans and legal action around the world. The San Francisco-based ride service had argued that its more than 40,000 drivers in Britain enjoy the flexibility of being able to work when they choose and receive on average much more than the minimum wage. Uber said it will appeal. “While the decision of this preliminary hearing only affects two people we will be appealing it,” Uber’s UK general manager Jo Bertram said.

Saturday, April 11, 2020

Career Fulfillment Why It Matters - Work It Daily

Career Fulfillment Why It Matters - Work It Daily Career fulfillment is very important. I consider myself very fortunate: My career gives me a deep sense of purpose. Related: 5 Essential Steps To Create Career Fulfillment Luck is definitely part of it, but it also took a lot of work to get to this point. Like everyone, I’ve had jobs that left me feeling empty at the end of the day. But thisâ€"coaching and training others about career developmentâ€"isn’t one of those jobs. In fact, I see it as more than just a job or even a career: It’s a mission. Everything changes when you love your career. It might sound dramatic but I know from experience. Of course, the degree to which career fulfillment (or “nourishment” as I like to call it) is important is different for each person. Some crave it more than others. Some need a successful career to feel whole while others can really take it or leave it. But by and large, most people who work for a living want to experience career fulfillment and the reasons are universal. Career Success Is A Significant Component Of Personal Success Many of us are taught, in order to be viewed as “successful” individuals, we must attain a certain level of professional achievement. Our self-worth has become tied to our professional worth. So, when we’re experiencing professional dissatisfaction, we believe it’s a deeper reflection of who we are and what we’re capable of, rather than recognizing that it’s a matter of circumstance that’s infinitely changeable. We Spend A Large Percentage Of Our Lives At Work From the age of 18 to 65, most of us work an average of eight hours a day five days a week. By my calculations, this totals nearly 100,000 hours spent working in an average lifetime. That’s a significant percentage of the time most of us will spend on Earth. So, if you aren’t fulfilled by what you’re doing, life can feel pretty empty. Work Provides A Means For Survival For You And Your Family Ultimately, your career is what puts food on the table. It’s a requirement for basic survival and, thus, it’s a necessity. It’s not something that most of us can just walk away from. Because of this, an unsatisfying career can start to feel like a death sentence. It escalates your stress response and you’re constantly in “fight or flight” mode. Finding some kind of career fulfillment will inevitably create a more comfortable existence on the most basic level. Your perspective will broaden, shifting away from that of mere survival. Career Is Closely Tied To Identity When you meet someone new, what’s the first topic of conversation? In most circles, nine times out of ten, people discuss their careers. “What do you do?” is the most common way to break the ice and get to know someone. If you’re not happy with your career, it can make parties an absolute nightmare. By the end of the night, you feel like a loser. Why? Your career has been tied to you as a person. It’s not really “fair” but it’s a social norm. When you’re proud of the work you do, it shows. Others hear it in your voice and see it on your face. You feel good about yourself. You enjoy the conversation a heck of a lot more and so does the other person. In our society, right or wrong, we tend to put people in boxes. Career is a common way of doing this. You’re a lawyer? I have a mental image already. You’re a CPA? Yawn. There’s a widespread practice of stereotyping people based on what they do for a living. This can be upsetting for many. For example, when I worked in finance, I hated the idea that my identity was linked to my work. My social circle was full of artists and, though much of it was in my head, I always felt them looking down on me. What I learned is this: Regardless of what you do, if you enjoy it, you have the power to break the mold. People might make snap judgments, but they’re just as quick to let themselves be pleasantly surprised. If I had LOVED my career in finance, I would have surely felt more confident when socializing. I wouldn’t have felt that (real or imagined) sense of judgment. Career fulfillment can change your reality. If you want it, create it. But don’t try to deny it matters. This post was originally published at an earlier date. Related Posts 5 Simple Steps To Being Happier Making More Money What My First Client Taught Me About Career Happiness 3 Steps To Create Your Own Career Development Plan   Photo Credit: Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!