10 SHOCKING Stats About Employee Engagement [INFOGRAPHIC]

10 SHOCKING Stats About Employee Engagement [INFOGRAPHIC] Employee engagement do you know it fully? Here are ten SHOCKING statistics about employee engagement, presented by OfficeVibe. Takeaways: First off, the bad news: 70% of US workers arent engaged at work. Highly engaged employees are 87% less likely to leave their company compared to less-engaged employees. 89% of employers think their people leave for more money but in actual fact, only 12% of employees leave companies for money elsewhere. 43% of highly engaged employees receive feedback at least once a week, compared to only 18% of employees with low engagement. A study of 64 organisations revealed that organisations with highly engaged employees achieve 2x twice the annual net income of organisations whose employees lag behind on engagement. RELATED: 5 Myths of Employee Engagement…Debunked!

Using Content Writing Resume Examples

Using Content Writing Resume ExamplesEven if you are not the most computer savvy, you can still utilize content writing resume examples to write your own resume. There are many reasons for doing this. For example, when you hire a writing service, they will take care of everything for you. However, if you do not have the time or inclination to create a resume by yourself, you may want to turn to someone else to do it for you.With so many websites offering content writing resume examples, you will find that there is no shortage of choice. Although this is helpful, you can also find yourself overwhelmed by all the different sites. You may even find yourself thinking that all these examples look alike and too complicated. In actuality, this is not true. So if you want to write your own resume, take some time to explore the resources available to you.First, you should decide what kind of resume you would like to use. Some examples are very basic, while others have more information. Also, some examples include lists, while others do not.Second, you should research the sample you are interested in using to ensure that it is an appropriate match for you. If you have a college degree, for example, you should be able to find content writing resume examples that include college degrees. Additionally, if you have extensive work experience, you may be able to find samples that are focused on the type of work you did. For example, you might be able to find a sample that includes a work history that includes only years of experience as a computer specialist, or perhaps as a medical assistant.Third, if you find the free content writing resume examples you are interested in using are not exactly what you are looking for, you should see if you can find someone who can make them for you. Some companies who offer this service offer a lot of different choices. Therefore, if you cannot find what you are looking for, it might be a good idea to pay a little bit more and get the servic es of a professional.Fourth, you should find out which sites provide the best content writing resume examples. This will vary depending on what you are looking for. For example, if you are looking for a resume that has examples that are specific to your job requirements, you should find a site that offers a lot of different examples. However, if you are looking for general information, you should consider a site that offers fewer examples.Fifth, you should make sure the site you are using offers the material you need for your resume examples. This means that you should find out whether or not the site provides the information you need before you submit your resume. For example, if you are applying for a position as a medical assistant, you should find out whether or not the site provides medical assistant resumes. If they do not, you should look for a site that does provide them.Sixth, when you find the content writing resume examples you need, you should spend some time creating yo ur own. Start with something very basic, such as your name and the position you are applying for. Then, continue on by adding other important information, such as details about your work history, education, work history, volunteer work and so forth.

I think, therefore I am (awake and miserable)

I think, therefore I am (awake and miserable) Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'Dr9siiD_QqhgUgFMbgt48A',sig:'Eif0Cp3BtqQuOQD0SoyTomjjnYQJ3cacfxSdkPfuX7Y=',w:'509px',h:'339px',items:'886493974',caption: false ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Psychologists define rumination as “the focused attention on the symptoms of ones distress, and on its possible causes and consequences, as opposed to its solutions.” Farmers define rumination (by their cows) as “to chew again what has been chewed slightly and swallowed.” Either way, it’s an unappetizing way to spend your evening. It also doesn’t solve your problems. Louis L’Amour once said, “Few of us ever live in the present. We are forever anticipating what is to come or remembering what has gone.” We tend to spend a lot of time going over what went wrong: a botched presentation, a missed opportunity, a careless remark that hurt someone’s feelings. It’s not uncommon to lay awake at night going over what happened relentlessly, kicking yourself mentally for your incompetence. (Or so I’ve heard.) Tasha Eurich has spent years studying insight â€" the ability to clearly see ourselves. She’s written a whole book on the subject called Insight: The Surprising Truth About How Others See Us, How We See Ourselves, and Why the   Answers Matter More Than We Think . She writes that introspection (and rumination, introspection’s unproductive evil twin) almost never produce insight into how you can improve. In fact, introspection can make things worse. Eurich writes, “A study of more than 14,000 university students showed that introspection was associated with poorer well-being. Still other research suggests that self-analyzers tend to have more anxiety, less positive social experiences, and more negative attitudes about themselves.” Part of the problem with introspection, Eurich says, is that we’re often asking the wrong question. We focus on “why.” Why do I feel this way? Why did she say that to me? Why is this happening to me? Eurich cites Dr. Lara Fielding, a Los Angelesâ€"based clinical psychologist “The danger of too much introspection in therapy,” she says, “is that we spin a story that gets us stuck.” In other words, rather than getting wrapped up in how broken we are, we should be focusing on what we can learn and how to move forward. The key to making progress is ditching “why” questions and embracing “what” questions. Understanding why something happened is not going to help you move forward. When you ask “what am I going to do about it,” you can start “changing the patterns of behavior that aren’t serving [you], and moving forward with understanding and purpose.” Eurich writes, “The bottom line is that when we ask why, that is, examine the causes of our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, we are generally searching for the easiest and most plausible answer. Sadly, though, once we have found one, we generally stop lookingâ€"despite having no way of knowing whether our answer is right or wrong.” One of the self-aware subjects Eurich interviewed at length for the book put it this way: “If you ask why, you’re putting yourself into a victim mentality. People end up in therapy forever for that. When I feel anything other than peace, I say “What’s going on?” “What am I feeling?” “What is the dialogue inside my head?” “What’s another way to see this situation?” “What can I do to respond better?” Heres what Tasha Eurich says is the bottom line for useful introspection: “The bottom line? Why questions draw us to our limitations; what questions help us see our potential. Why questions stir up negative emotions; what questions keep us curious. Why questions trap us in our past; what questions help us create a better future.” Next time you’re up at 3:00 in the morning wondering why, try turning your mind to ask what and see if you begin to feel more hopeful

5 Ways to Lose Stress Weight Without Dieting - Classy Career Girl

5 Ways to Lose Stress Weight Without Dieting Feeling your work clothes getting a little snug around your waist? Dieting doesn’t always work and there are healthier (smarter) ways of losing the extra weight and developing the healthier habits you’ve always wanted. The most successful people at work always seem the most put together in their personal lives as well. By talking to and observing the routines of these high performers, their biggest strength is that they put themselves first by nourishing themselves physically, mentally and emotionally. In the process, they avoid many pitfalls that we fall into and instead, adopt healthier habits we might not have developed yet. Here’s how we can emulate top performers as well. 5 Ways to Lose Stress Weight Without Dieting 1.  Quit Emotional Eating One of the biggest reasons of weight gain is that we use food as a way to comfort and reward ourselves to cope with the stress of work and adult life. When we eat like this, we are not just eating or drinking to satisfy our physical hunger but to instead cope with life emotionally. Inevitably, these are extra calories that our body simply doesn’t need and we gain weight. Being conscious of eating only to satisfy physical hunger cues like a growling tummy or low energy is a good way to easily avoid the unnecessary calories you don’t need. At the same time, it’s important to deal with stress in ways that don’t involve food that I’ve shared below. 2.  Have Something to Look Forward to When You Come Home Have you found yourself coming home and heading straight for the snack drawer? Or perhaps you eat a really big dinner because the “stuffed” feeling makes you feel comforted? Instead of relying on food to make you feel better, have something to look forward to when you get  home such as a hobby or a side project. It could as simple as cooking dinner instead of flopping on the couch with a pack of chips. Or it could be a book that you’re just waiting to read. You then come home happier (and earlier!) and hopeful which makes it much less likely that you’ll finish a pack of cookies before you know it. [RELATED: Want to Get Rid of Water Retention? Try This Simple Recipe] 3.  Stay Warm and Comforted at Night If you feel cold and drained out (emotionally) at the end of a long day, this might be for you. Have a long hot shower (or a soak in the tub), turn up the heating and curl up with a blanket or sip on hot tea.   Warmth is known to be comforting and soothing which is great for relieving stress. As a bonus, you’ll probably also sleep better! 4.  Just Breathe Breathing is a great way to have a mental break. It doesn’t have to be meditation or yoga â€" just keep it simple and take long deep breaths while following your breath in and out. According to this article, breathing is the body’s natural relaxation response and deep breathing decreases heart rate and blood pressure which helps us destress. Maybe this is why we breathe when we run hard or when our ancestors had to escape from wild animals, eh? Only in our case, it’s mental relaxation we are after (not physical) so breathing doesn’t seem like an obvious choice. It works amazingly well though â€" give it a shot. Pro-tip: you could also use a bathroom break to take a few deep breaths in the middle of your workday to relax. It’ll also help stave off afternoon chocolate cravings. 5. Write a Journal or Talk to Your Bestie Sometimes it’s just about getting the frustration out of your system. If you feel like throwing your phone against the wall, just do it (maybe throw a cushion instead!). If you don’t even know what you’re stressed about, just start writing. The words and feelings will begin to flow even if it all sounds like a ramble. Or just call your mom or your bestie for some much-needed pampering and comfort. Voicing your discomfort means you finally get to address what’s wrong, which will help you fix the core issue that’s bothering you. Whichever method works for you (and different methods work at different times), I hope you can de-stress, drop the pounds and quit emotional overeating for good. Psst! Sai is giving away a few free gifts just for CCG readers to quit cravings, stop stress eating and transition to a healthier lifestyle. Get her  three exclusive free gifts  for Classy Career Girl readers that step-by-step guide you on your journey to quit emotional eating.

Writing a Resume For a Sophmore College Student

Writing a Resume For a Sophmore College StudentWriting a resume for a Sophmore College student is not as difficult as it seems, since there are lots of things you need to know to write a good one. Keep in mind that the student you are writing a resume for should be about the same age and academic level as you. The tips below can help you get the ball rolling.The first common mistake that many people make when they are writing a resume is they will write the information they don't know down. But this isn't the best approach to use if you want your resume to be effective. Try to keep your resume concise but still present the information you know.The next thing you must do when writing a resume for a college student is that you must have some personality in your resume. In particular, this means you must come across as a confident and even cocky person. Be sure to use proper grammar as well as spelling and punctuation. You do not want to come across as someone who doesn't know what they are doing or as someone who is lacking in professional courtesy.Another thing you need to do when writing a resume for a college student is that you need to be able to include your hobbies, strengths, and other qualities that make you a great candidate for the job. Don't put all of the things you like about yourself down on your resume; write in the one or two key areas. This will give you a much better chance of being hired.Another thing you must know about writing a resume for a college student is that you must write your cover letter. It's going to be the only way you are going to land the job, so be sure to make it as impressive as possible. Make sure you follow the steps below in order to do this effectively.Also, if you are writing a resume for a college student, you need to be sure that you use high quality fonts. This will go a long way in helping you stand out from the rest of the pack. And do not forget to include your contact information. Including this will be very impo rtant to your chances of getting the job.Last, but certainly not least, when writing a resume for a college student, you need to make sure that you use proper grammar. If you are unsure of the rules, try reading a few articles on grammar before you submit your resume. There are plenty of resources available online that can help you out.All in all, it shouldn't be too difficult to write a resume for a college student. All you need to do is follow the simple steps listed above. Hopefully, this article has helped you learn the basics of writing a resume for a college student.

How To Protect Your Confidence

How To Protect Your Confidence What is it that you most want to protect? It might be some combination of family members, your home, or your reputation. Perhaps it’s freedom, or your country, or a way of life. All of those are worthy of protection, and you may have still other items on your list. But on a personal and professional basis, one of the most important things to protect is your confidence. Especially if you want to stand out, make a difference in the world, and live without regret. When you lack confidence, you stay in your comfort zone instead of getting out there where you can learn, grow and achieve greater success. You stop saying “yes” to opportunities, and instead stick to the status quo. You feel afraid to reach out to senior people who can help you, so you languish behind the scenes. Without confidence, you fall short of the life you could lead, and deprive your family of the advantages you otherwise could provide them. On the other hand, when you have confidence, anything is possible. You feel more comfortable taking chances, many of which can pay off big time. You’re more likely to make key decisions crisply and with intention. And you approach stakeholders in a more powerful and influential way. What we can learn from entrepreneurs about confidence I was recently reminded of the importance of confidence when I attended Jeff Walker’s LaunchCon event in Los Angeles. It was a great opportunity to learn from Jeff and other successful entrepreneurs. And it was an amazing experience to be part of this warm and welcoming community of over 800 people from more than 30 countries. As part of this, I was invited to take the stage and share my journey with this group â€" what a great honor! And it was energizing to spend time with this community of innovators, all bursting with energy and committed to taking action. One thing I observed about the successful entrepreneurs who spoke at LaunchCon is that they are confident. They believe in themselves. When they take a knock, they bounce back. And they take a lot of knocks. The truth is, entrepreneurs not only have to be confident, but they have to preserve their confidence. Being tentative doesn’t serve them well. When you’re an entrepreneur and owner, the buck stops with you. It’s your business and it’s up to you to be in the right mindset. In fact, I’ve heard it said that, “the most important thing that an entrepreneur must protect is their confidence”. The rise of the corporate entrepreneur As I listened to the panel discuss the topic of confidence, it occurred to me that the core need for confidence is not just for entrepreneurs. These days, it’s true in a corporate context as well. In today’s world, you can’t afford to be just an employee. You also need to be what I think of as a corporate entrepreneur or rainmaker: someone who makes things happen for the organization that can be seen, felt or heard. Instead of being the obedient drone, clone or cog in the corporate shadows, you need to be that person with ideas and influence who harnesses the vast array of capabilities across the organization and generates outsized results. To do that takes confidence. In its simplest form, confidence could be putting your hand up and asking a question or expressing an opinion. Then being okay with what happens and learning from it. And doing it again, but better. At the more complex end of the spectrum, it’s taking calculated risk to adopt an innovative approach in order to deliver large-scale results. So how do you maintain the confidence you need to be that rainmaker and corporate entrepreneur? How do you protect your confidence and keep forging forward when life confronts you with obstacles, negativity and self-doubt? How to protect your confidence Whether you’re an entrepreneur with a company of your own, or a corporate entrepreneur within a larger organization, your confidence is bound to take a hit. Perhaps even often or regularly. Here’s what I learned from the speakers at the conference about how they protect their confidence. If you’re a corporate entrepreneur, these three strategies can help you too. “Don’t allow people to rent space in your head” To get to a certain level of success and seniority, you will have to take a stand. And taking a stand will polarize people. When that happens, you will attract some naysayers and criticism â€" often undeserved. Sometimes, you will even get what I call “nasty-grams”. You know, receiving those emails that make you feel awful or getting ambushed in a meeting with a biting comment. When people say nasty things to and about you, take a page from these entrepreneurs: don’t listen. To quote Susan Garrett, one of the entrepreneurs and a world champion dog-trainer: “Don’t allow people to rent space in your head.” So, if you’ve rented out all your mental rooms, clean house. And then stop renting out that space to negative people. “Fake it till you make it” At the conference, we were given lanyards with our name badges attached. You know, the kind you wear around your neck to make it easier to connect with people (and avoid the embarrassment of not remembering someone’s name!). This led to Susan’s second piece of advice: “When you need to feel confident, just put Jeff Walker’s name on your nametag and wear it when you sit at your computer or at your desk.” For the LaunchCon audience, Jeff is at the pinnacle of the industry and a role model. But for you, the name you put on the name badge will be your role model’s name. Sure, wearing your role model’s name badge may be easier to do as an entrepreneur working from a home office or in a hip office space. But even if you’re in the most buttoned down organization, you can still channel your role model and their confidence until you have enough of your own. (Or wear the nametag inside your shirt!) “You got this” The third piece of advice was to tap into people around you who give you confidence that you can do it. Our host Jeff told us the story of a particularly hairy rock climbing episode when he was stuck partway out on a narrow path. To the right was a 1,000-foot sheer drop. To the left was a 100-foot drop. And in front of him was a waist-high step up to the next part of the path. If this step had been on flat ground, he could have pushed down on the waist-high rock and heaved himself up easily. In rock climbing language, this move is called a mantel. But given the heights involved, he froze. He couldn’t go forward or backward, and sideways was certain death. Fortunately, he had a friend coming up behind him who is an experienced climber. His friend talked him through it, saying, “You got this, Jeff. Put your hands up there and smooth mantel up. You’ve done this many times before, and you can do this now.” That’s when Jeff channeled a song that represents his community of students and followers. It happens to be “Seven Nation Army”, which has a great riff. More importantly, it has powerful meaning for Jeff. The song connects and grounds him to his strong community of support. The combination of that song and being guided by his friend brought back Jeff’s confidence to mantel up onto the step and then crawl the remaining 50 yards of the narrow path to safety. Just thinking about Jeff’s experience makes my palms sweat, even from the safety of my office chair. Imagine standing in the middle of nowhere on your own, up on a strip of rock no wider than a sidewalk, trying not to look down and not wanting to die. Sometimes, the actions we want to take at work can feel like being up on that strip of rock. Even seemingly small ones, like going up to someone and asking for guidance. Or speaking up at the weekly meeting. Or calling up a high profile business prospect. Taking action requires confidence, but sometimes it’s just at the moment when everything around you conspires to drain your confidence away. And that’s why Jeff’s story demonstrates the immense power of a supportive community in bringing your confidence back into the frame when you need it. Who’s in your community of support, and how can you summon them up when you need them most? Going forward As you move forward to adopt the mindset and behaviors of a corporate entrepreneur and rainmaker, I want you to have these proven strategies in your repertoire. That way, you can make sure you protect your confidence. It’s the foundation for your success. You have something special to offer. Know that and believe in yourself. Others may test you, and even discount you. But don’t let that stop you or dent your confidence. They just don’t know your value yet. When you protect your confidence, you have the best chance for helping people to see who you are and what you can become. And that’s when you can really make your contribution and shine. So when it comes to protecting your confidence: Don’t allow people to rent space in your head. Channel your role model and fake it until you make it. Draw on your community of support. Now, I’m curious: which of these strategies will you use to protect your confidence? Leave a comment and let me know.

Summary Sunday Search and Rescue

Summary Sunday Search and Rescue Do you understand how sourcing candidates and hiring really happens?   Where are companies looking when they have a job to fill?   Who actually makes the decisions?   What is their process?   This is the challenge for all job seekers. Sourcing Candidates How Businesses Use Social Media For Recruiting from Mashable This infographic, shared on Mashable,   highlights how companies hire using social media as sited in some recent   studies.   A picture is worth 1000 words and I hope this entices you to really harness the power of LinkedIn as a networking and referral engine.   LINKEDIN is not a job board! Interviewing Help 6 Types of Interview Styles from Job Interview Wisdom Most people new to job search are unfamiliar with how interviews work today.   This post by Mike Petras providesan overview of 6 different types of interviews. Save Your Career Complacency is a Career Killer! How to Upgrade Yourself and Succeed! From YouTern YouTern is sharing great posts!   Guest blogger Dawn Rasmussans post on managing your career/job provides a list of MUST DOs for anyone working today. Have a great weekend and enjoy the long holiday weekend!