The top courses to help you get hired March 2020

The top courses to help you get hired March 2020 by Amber Rolfe Is it really March already?  Whilst the year may feel like it’s flying by, that doesn’t mean it’s too late to set yourself a goal. If youre hoping to find a new career in 2020 or you just want to expand your skills and boost your CV, taking an online course can be the perfect tool for self-development.  To help inspire you, here are three of the top sectors you can get qualified in this March:  Law  Ready to take the law into your own hands? Start with a course.      With a range of qualifications available on reed.co.uk, in everything from family, commercial, international, and environmental law, right through to business, medical, and employment law, there’ll be an area and level to suit you.  This Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) is the perfect first step for those who have already completed a non-law related degree, but want to get one step closer to becoming a fully-qualified Solicitor or Barrister.  This flexible course allows you to study in one of the many locations around the country, and teaches students to think like a lawyer and develop practical legal skills. Looking to study part-time or overseas? With lectures available as recordings online, you’ll be able to study anytime, anywhere.    Or, if you want to study at a higher level (e.g. Master’s), the Level 7 Online MA Law course could be the perfect choice for you. It also offers a great route into the field of law, allowing you to stand out to employers whilst keeping your career options open.  Perfect for: People who object to crime.  What do I need? To enrol in either of the above courses, you’ll need an undergraduate degree in any discipline with the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) requiring a minimum of a 2:2, and the Online MA Law course, asking students to have a minimum of a 2:1 upon entry.  How long will it last? This will depend if you study full-time or part-time with the latter taking longer to complete.  View all Law coursesGDPRThink GDPR is j ust another acronym? Think again.  Whether you run your own business or you’re employed by someone else, having a strong knowledge of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is essential.  Not only will your expertise help ensure your business adheres to the law, it also opens the door to a number of brand new opportunities that have come up since the legislation was introduced. Ready to delve into the world of GDPR?  This online GDPR Level 3 Training course is designed to provide students with a strong insight into everything related to GDPR. On completion, you’ll have the confidence and core skills needed to ensure compliance at every level.GDPR Level 3 Training is CPD Accredited, which means it’s a form of Continuing Professional Development that’s recognised by schools and employers across the UK.  The syllabus is broken down into seven easy to digest modules (from an introduction to GDPR right through to the role of the DPO), some of which end with interactive quiz qu estions. The course culminates in a final multiple-choice assessment making the content fun and easy-to-digest.  What’s more, you’ll benefit from 24/7 access to course materials, alongside a dedicated tutor support service.    Perfect for: People who want to brush up on their acronyms.  What do I need? As the course is designed for beginners, you won’t need any specific skills or experience to enrol.  How long will it last? It is estimated that the course takes about 30 hours to complete and students have access to the course materials for 12 months after enrolling.  View all GDPR coursesPersonal Training  It’s time to get personal (with fitness).  Thanks to the growing popularity of social media, the fitness industry has blown up in recent years. With an online platform for PTs and fitness gurus to connect and share their services and expertise with their customers, careers in this industry are becoming more in demand and easier to carry out.Want to become part of the fit ness revolution?  Whether you’re looking to start a career as a Personal Trainer, or you’re already in the industry and you want to boost your skillset the accredited Fitness Diploma could be for you.Offering a comprehensive syllabus that’s supported by experienced tutors (and co-written by a fitness expert with over 15 years experience in the industry), this online course will provide you with everything you need to know to succeed in this thriving sector.Broken down into 32 modules that cover everything from basic anatomy, diet, and fitness, to nutritional goal setting, group personal training, and customer care, the varied syllabus offers a holistic look into the world of fitness.  You’ll also receive ongoing online support from experienced tutors, and the exam and certificate is fully included in the price. What’s not to like?Perfect for: People who put fitness first.What do I need? You dont need any existing qualifications to take this course, as it is open to studen ts of all levels and backgrounds.  How long will it last? The course is entirely online and self-paced so you can work through the modules at a rate that suits you.  View all Personal Training coursesNot sure which course is right for you? View all available courses nowFind a job What Where Search JobsSign up for more Career AdviceSign up for moreCareer Advice Please enter a valid email addressmessage hereBy clicking Submit you agree to the Features

45 Empowering Quotes From Successful Women

45 Empowering Quotes From Successful Women It’s no secret that women have had to fight for equal rights in the workplace (and beyond). While the fight is far from over, women are starting businesses, earning leadership positions and leaving lasting impacts in business, technology, philanthropy, and research. The aim to level out the playing field in both recruiting efforts and business environments will create strong female leaders across all industries. For aspiring female entrepreneurs or women seeking to grow their professional careers, Self Lender compiled 45 quotes from successful women to lend their advice. These women CEOs, athletes, and founders shed insight on success, failure, leadership, and motivation. Quotes about Success The definition of success varies from person to person. Think about what success means to you. Start by setting realistic goals and make a plan to achieve them. Worry less about what others are doing and take time to look back on all that you’ve accomplished. On owning success: “We need to get women to the point where they aren’t apologizing. It’s time to take ownership in our success.” â€" Tory Burch, Fashion Designer, and Businesswoman “You can do anything you want, just not everything. Pick what you want, work harder than most to get it, and believe in yourself.” â€" Daina Trout, Co-founder of Health-Ade Kombucha On finding happiness: “When I was younger, I was a bit of an achievement addict, viewing success like a ladder. I loved the high of climbing to the next rung to get a new title or raise. Today, I look at it more like a mountain with lots of beautiful peaks and valleys that are all totally worthy of my time.” â€" Michelle Lee, Editor-in-Chief, Allure Magazine “I think success needs to be defined on your own terms. If you look to outside sources (friends, media, the internet) for constant validation, you will never feel fulfilled.” â€" Jaclyn Johnson, Author, and CEO of Create and Cultivate On being creative: “It’s easy to kill an idea with a no, but the smartest people in the room learn how to say yes and make it work.” â€" Lisa Gersh, CEO of Goop “Be creative, not perfect. I’d rather an entry-level employee suggest a disruptive idea…than try and be organized in a boring spreadsheet.” â€" Whitney Wolfe, Founder, and CEO of Bumble “Don’t let anyone rob you of your imagination, your creativity, or your curiosity. It’s your place in the world; it’s your life. Go on and do all you can with it, and make it the life you want to live” â€" Mae Jemison, Engineer, and NASA Astronaut Quotes about Failure Failure is part of life and it is part of growing. Whether you fail fast or fail hard, learn from your mistakes and use that to propel you forward. On conquering fears: “Do not be afraid! Do not worry about fear of failure and fear of what others think.” â€" Bola Sokunbi, Clever Girl Finance “When you take risks you learn that there will be times when you succeed and there will be times when you fail and both are equally important.” â€" Ellen DeGeneres, Comedian and TV Host “You won’t know until you try. Create without fear. If you mess up, who cares? You learn and move on.” â€" Michelle McHargue, Talent Partner of Cowboy Ventures “Most of the reason we dont do things is because were afraid to fail. I just made a decision one day that I was not going to do things in my life because of fear.” â€" Sara Blakely, CEO of SPANX On learning from failure: “Failing is a crucial part of success. Every time you fail and get back up, you practice perseverance, which is the key to life. Your strength comes in your ability to recover.” â€" Michelle Obama, Former FLOTUS “There is no innovation and creativity without failure. Period.” â€" Brené Brown, Research Professor “I think its great to be flawed. I am hugely flawed, and I like it this way. Thats the fun of life. You fall, get up, make mistakes, learn from them, be human and be you.” â€" Priyanka Chopra, Actress, Singer, and Film Producer Quotes about Motivation Finding motivation can be the biggest roadblock to reaching your goals. A little bit of passion and determination can go a long way in staying motivated. On determination: “Even if your dream seems unattainable, you can achieve it if you stay focused, driven, and diligent.” â€" Rebecca Minkoff, Fashion Designer I learned to push the envelope when it comes to asking questions or making requests. And if you hear thats not possible, then to ask what is possible, instead of just saying thank you and leaving.” â€" Emily Weiss, Founder of Glossier “I am lucky that whatever fear I have inside me, my desire to win is always stronger” â€" Serena Williams, Professional Tennis Player “Whatever the problem, be part of the solution. Don’t just sit around raising questions and pointing out obstacles.” â€" Tina Fey, Actress, Comedian, and Writer On passion: “Whether you work for yourself or others, there will be moments when you feel unhappy or stuck. You cant control everything around you, but in those moments, remind yourself that you are powerful and that even small, strategic moves can create big shifts for the better.” â€" Trae Bodge, Lifestyle Journalist, and TV Commentator “It’s really hard to start a business if you don’t care about it. At the margin, when it’s 2 am, it has to be that passion that pushes you forward.” â€" Katrina Lake, Founder of Stitch Fix “Remember that your time is your most valuable asset, so think about if what youre doing is really what you want to spend your time on, think about if its getting you to a place that you want to go in the long run. If its not, go do something else.” â€" Shan-Lyn Ma, Co-founder of Zola “If youre not where you want to be in life, dont get discouraged. Remember where you are is not your destiny.” â€" Sharita Humphrey, Financial Educator Quotes about Leadership Leadership styles vary but it is always easy to spot a good leader. Take advice from these strong women to improve your leadership skills and become the leader you’ve always wanted to follow. On being confident: “You need to have unbound enthusiasm for what you’re building. Energy is contagious, so your team and everyone you interact with feels it.” â€" Tyler Haney, Founder of Outdoor Voices People respond well to those that are sure of what they want. What people hate most is indecision. Even if Im completely unsure, Ill pretend I know exactly what Im talking about and make a decision. â€" Anna Wintour, Editor-in-Chief of Vogue “When you exude confidence, others will naturally follow you. Once you have built that self-confidence, make it your priority to lead by example.” â€" Kendra Scott, Fashion and Accessories Designer On personal growth: “Just because you are CEO, dont think you have landed. You must continually increase your learning, the way you think, and the way you approach the organization.” â€" Indra Nooyi, CEO of PepsiCo I learned to always take on things Id never done before. Growth and comfort do not coexist.” â€" Ginni Rometty, CEO of IBM “It’s hard to juggle being a businessperson with being a creative person. You have to organize yourself.” â€" Vera Wang, Fashion Designer About the author:  Jeff Smith  is the Vice President of SEO at Self Lender, an organization that helps thousands of people begin their financial journey with a credit builder account. He also serves as Editor of the Self Lender blog. Jeff has more than 14 years of experience in marketing and product management teams in high-growth companies and was previously a newspaper editor.

Categorizing Your Skills Self Management Skills

Categorizing Your Skills Self Management Skills This post courtesy of information in a Georgia Department of Labor presentation:   “Why Some People Stay Unemployed.” Skills are one of the most important things you have to convey to a prospective employer.   If you had to name your five most important and valuable skills right now, what would you say they are?   Here is a way to organize your thinking about skills as you prepare for an interview.  Skills come in three basic categories: Transferable skills, Job Skills, and Personal Management Skills.   Self-Management Skills are personality traits which help an employer decide if your temperament suits a particular job. They are clues to how well you may adapt to situations, manage your time, and solve problems. Development of these skills is an individual initiative. For many workers who are new to their chosen occupation, in transition, or simply have the same qualifications that many other applicants have, personal qualities are the best way to differentiate themselves from the crowd. As preparation for an interview, you might consider a list of personal or self-management skills.   Pick three or so that you think categorize you best as a worker and try to relate them to the job you’re applying for.   For instance, you may be a very creative person, but most employers wouldn’t value that characteristic in an accountant. “Meticulous” or “detail-oriented” would be better choices if they describe you.   Deciding how to differentiate yourself can be an art form.   “Caring” and “nurturing” might be great qualities in a collector; you may be more effective in negotiating payment.   On the other hand, a potential employer may see those qualities as a recipe for early burnout in the job. Find a list of self-management skills here,    and take some time to decide how you’d present them in an interview. “Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom.” (source unknown.)

Do You Make These 5 Online Branding Mistakes

Do You Make These 5 Online Branding Mistakes Your online brand is an essential part of your job search. Employers are searching for your name in search engines and on social networking sites. They’re looking to get a sense of who you are, what you’re passionate about and how you will fit in with their current team. What does your online brand convey about you? The following mistakes can hurt a job seeker’s chance at landing an open position. Are you guilty of any of these? 1. Weak presence on social and professional networking sites. One of the first places an employer will look for your online presence is Facebook. After that, they might look to LinkedIn to verify employment history and read your recommendations. Will they find a profile for you? If so, is it professional? Is it complete? Your online profiles need to show a potential employer how valuable you areâ€"or they might move on to a more desirable candidate. 2. Failing to monitor your online personal brand. There are a variety of reputation monitoring tools available online today, such as Google Alerts. Set up searches and alerts on your name to receive instant notification about recent information posted about you. It can also be a great way to identify any cyber twins â€" individuals who share your name that might hurt your job search if an employer confuses you with them. 3. Trying to be everything to everyone. A personal brand needs to focus on a specific niche â€" so don’t try to be an expert in several fields if you’re searching for a job. Instead, focus on building a strong online brand as an expert in one field. It will help avoid confusion and you’ll build better relationships with folks in that particular niche as well. 4. Lack of focus or consistency. If you plan on building a brand on social networking sites, writing a blog or doing other activities to enhance your visibility in the space, you need to be consistent. For example, don’t spend two weeks tweeting, creating content and making connections and then drop off the face of the Earth. It takes time to build an online brandâ€"and you’ll see your effort pay off through search engine optimization, a growing network and positive search results for your name. 5. Only talking about yourself. No one wants to follow or friend someone who is constantly pushing their own content or talking about their job search activities. In order to brand yourself as a thought leader in your niche, share content related to your field, interact with other professionals and provide value. That’s how you’ll make the most meaningful relationships that can ultimately help your career. What other online branding mistakes do you see people making? Tony Morrison is the Vice President at Cachinko, a unique professional community where social networking and job opportunities come together. His roles include sales, marketing, and business development. He is passionate about building B2B and B2C client relationships and brings this passion to Cachinko where he focuses on helping job seekers to find their ideal job and employers to find, attract, and engage their next rock star candidates. Find him on Facebook.

Resume Writing And The Minority Student

Resume Writing And The Minority StudentWhen it comes to resume writing and the minority student, there are many things that a candidate needs to keep in mind. The people who are employed as writers need to be experienced with different media that relate to the careers of minorities, specifically minorities who have been minority students. If you are trying to get hired into a certain position or career field, this is a must.These writers need to be able to write various resumes. This includes various kinds of specifications. There needs to be something about the person that makes them unique. This is how they can be differentiated from other applicants.They can also take a look at the different job requirements and find out what is being asked for by the employer. They should know what kind of education or qualifications will fit these particular needs. Also, what qualifications are required in order to be hired. Many times these are not stated clearly on the resume so it is up to th e writer to make sure they are on there.Resume writing for the minority student will include topics that deal with their school record. They need to be prepared for various situations that will come up during the time of employment. They may have to be interviewed or even go to another state to get a position that may not be offered by the college they were attending.It will also have to do with specific skills that are required for their job or position. These skills can be anything such as certain types of programming, legal or intellectual property law, general accounting, and even medical and engineering. In most cases, a person can take the courses that relate to their field and find what skill set will best fit their situation.Another thing to take into consideration when writing a resume is to write with a clear head and clearly defined goals. All employers understand that they have to read a resume from top to bottom, not just skim over it and see if there is anything that w ill sound attractive. Having a clear understanding of what the person is looking for in life is important.This is also what is needed when looking for a job or a career that is outside of the educational realm. It is also important to know how to write a good introduction. A person should know exactly how to handle their resume.A person should never take the first resume that they see. The important thing is to get as many resumes as possible to be able to choose the best one. This is the first step in doing so. It may not guarantee a job, but it could certainly help move a person through the ranks.

Dont Appear Desperate

Dont Appear Desperate A jump inunemployment numbers, coupled with the Bureau of Labor Statistics new figures on length of unemployment (average 26.2 weeks) mean that job seekers are getting desperate and that desperation comes across to employers who in turn reject the desperate candidate. Vicious cycle. Forbes recent article is full ofstories of what not to dowhen your search has gone on too long and you are desperate.Forbes interviewed New York career coach Eileen Wolkstein and Scott Robinson of Kensingnton International in Chicago. Here is a summary of some of the articles key points: Dont bombard the employer with emails- especially those that sound pushy or show you are annoyed or anxious or emotional. Dont oversell yourself in an interview- listen more than you speak. Robinson stressed that no answer should last longer than one minute. Dont ask questions that have already been answered during the interview. Again, that demonstrates poor listening skills. Dont confess that you havent been doing anything for awhile. Remember professional etiquette, send Thank You letters. Knowing thatour emotions can get the best of us sometimes, it is important to think of ways ofalleviatingfinancial stress. It is also important to get a second opinion before you send an email or attempt an aggressive job search strategy.

Hired Help - Job Search Made Easy - CareerAlley

Hired Help - Job Search Made Easy - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. As technology advances, it reverses the characteristics of every situation again and again. The age of automation is going to be the age of do it yourself. Marshall McLuhan I traveled down to Wall Street in NYC from my midtown location the other day having not been down there in a few years. I was on my way to meet someone and was taking a stroll on John Street heading towards William Street. Taking in the sites on John Street, I thought back to the beginning of my career (some time before personal computers) and I remembered how John Street had been lined with lots of recruiting firms. In those days, job hunting meant that you would go from recruiter to recruiter, sit in their reception area, fill out an application and then sit through an interview with the recruiter. And, if you were interested in working for a specific company, you would have to go to that companys HR department, fill out an application and then leave a resume (which would have been offset printed on nice paper). Have I mentioned mailing (as in snail mail)? This meant typing your resume, having it printed (as in at a printing shop), typing mailing labels (as in on a typewriter) Job search has come a long way since I started working and, while the Internet has made job search so much easier, the shear volume of information and choices can be overwhelming. Everything is at our fingertips, yet job search can and does take a lot of time and effort. So, what if there were tools you could use to ease the pain? Better yet, what if these tools were free and would save you countless hours of research? Like everything else in life, there always a better way. Todays post will focus on tools to streamline your job search. Company Jobs: Save time researching and applying for jobs online. MyJobApps This website provides a central place to find specific jobs, companies or industries and job applications. The site is well designed, with multiple ways to search for your job. As an example, you can type a job type in the company search bar on the top right hand side of the page. If the job exists, the search will return a listing of each company with that job type. Click on any of the companies to see a full page review of the company, including types of jobs, company rating (from employees), salaries, benefits, how to apply and a link to the companies career site. Back on the Home page, there are links at the top of the page to search by company, sector or job type salary. Down the center of the page is a listing by sector and along the right hand side of the page is a sort by industry and alpha by company name. Scroll down the page to see helpful information on how to apply. The site is definitely worth a look. Company Research Although not even close to the integration that MyJobApps.com offers, Vault.com also offers company and employer research on their site. You can search by name, industry, state, country, number of employees, etc. (or any combination). There is basic information on each company on their list as well as the companys website (which will have additional information). Vault Rankings are on the main page (tagged as Best Companies to Work for). Cut Down on Repetitive Typing: If youve spent any time filling out HTML forms at company or recruiter websites, Im sure youve been wishing for some way to automate the process. Take a look at some of these tools to automate your job search process. Autofill 0.4 This tool, from Softpedia.com, can automatically fill out HTML forms for you. This particular tool is an extension for Firefox, but similar functionality exists in Safari (version 5.1 or higher) to auto fill information from your address book and other forms. Similar tools exist for IE like IE AutoFill (30 day free trail, $25 to purchase). Job Alerts: If youve not discovered automated job alerts by now, you are missing a big time savings tool. The flexibility, accuracy and value of Job Alerts varies from site to site but if you are diligent you can find the sites that work best for you and automate the job search function. You dont want to over-do this by setting up so many alerts that you are buried in emails. Similarly, you want to make sure that you have a good mix of company websites and job search sites. A few of the more popular Job Alert services are listed below. LinkedIn Jobs I wont go into my usual Youre not on LinkedIn? and just assume you are on the bus with the rest of us. LinkedIns Saved Searches (in the Jobs tab). Start with Advanced Search, enter your criteria and hit the search button. From the results page, modify your results (if necessary) from the left hand side of the page. Once you are satisfied, click the +Save link towards the top left hand side of the page, type in the name of the search and the frequency (remember, not too often but not too infrequently), hit Save and you are done. You will now get an updated of your results based on your criteria. Job Search Sites Most (if not all) of the major job search engines have some form of job alerts. You will want to pick one or two and try to mix the site types (like those that focus on company job sites versus those that may be more focused on recruiter listings). They are fairly straight forward. Ive listed two examples below. SimplyHired.com Click the Advanced Job Search link, enter your information, use the filters on the right hand side of the page, enter a name at the bottom under save this search as and hit search. You can then edit the details as necessary. You can also link your resume information by linking your LinkedIn account. Use the My Jobs link at the top right hand side of the page to see all of your saved searches and job alerts. Indeed.com Similar to SimplyHired, click the Advanced Job Search link, enter your information and hit search. Once you get the results, click get email updates . . . . You can then edit the details as necessary. You can also link your resume information by linking your LinkedIn account. JobApplicationDB.com is the largest direct application site. Theyve created a free resource to help candidates apply directly to over 1200 companies across 60+ industries and sectors with tips, information and guidance to give the candidate an edge. Unlike other job boards where several candidates are applying to the few listed jobs, they direct candidates to the companys internal career site where they can apply on jobs that are typically not posted on job boards giving them a competitive advantage. We are always eager to hear from our readers. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or suggestions regarding CareerAlley content. Good luck in your search,Joey Google+ Job Search job title, keywords, company, location jobs by //