What Happens To Your Online Personal Brand After Youre Gone - Executive Career Brandâ„¢

What Happens To Your Online Personal Brand After Youre Gone Morbid topic. But if you’ve spent any time working on building your brand and online presence across various channels, you have to wonder what will become of all those profiles and photos. And if you’re a blogger or article-writer, do you want all that content you’ve created to be out there forever? Occasionally I ponder this very dilemma. I have 3 blogsites, and many other online profiles, my photo all over the place, content on Twitter and other social networks, and hundreds of executive branding and job search articles copyrighted to me sitting on numerous other sites. The online profiles could be shut down. Social networking activity would, of course, cease, and the accounts could be shut down, unless I want to memorialize them and have them live on. But would I want my blogsites to be taken down, making all that content inaccessible? Although after time it would be somewhat dated, I’d like to think that it would still be of benefit to executive job seekers. Even now, after only 4 years of blogging, people have told me they come back often to my sites and use them as a resource. Social media is still in its infancy. I can only imagine how search engines will favor content that’s twenty or more years old. And would I want my online personal brand â€" something I’ve worked so hard to communicate and cultivate â€" to fizzle out, and my mark on the careers industry to be forgotten? Obviously, I need to put a plan in place designate someone to oversee things give them passwords and instructions. I was once again reminded of this after reading a post by Drew McLellan, a marketing and branding expert, Does an online presence need to fade into that good night? He wrote about a colleague of his in the advertising world who died and left behind a blog filled with smart, valuable posts on advertising lore that he often returned to. His family took the blog down. Most people have probably not discussed this with their family and friends. Much like the I want to be cremated or buried conversation  â€" part of the 21st century needs to be a conversation about what we want done with our online accounts and content. What do you want to have happen to your online presence? Do you have a plan in place? Related posts: Executive Brand Online Reputation Management: Relevance, Quality, Diversity, Volume, Consistency Social Media ROI: Is It Worth the Time? Does Your Online Presence Scream DON’T Hire Me? photo by Vince Alongi 00 0

Why You Dont Want to Be the Smartest Person in the Room

Why You Don’t Want to Be the Smartest Person in the Room Do you want others to see you as smart, capable and successful? I know I do. From childhood, they test us on our knowledge, give us grades, equate going to a prestigious school with success. Then we get that great job and the cycle starts again, only on steroids. Indeed the whole “gerbil track” is geared around being seen as smart, capable and successful, and rewarding those who are. And that’s the beginning of a slippery slope. The Slippery Slope The system leads us to want to be the smartest and best person in the room, where “smartest” incorporates being capable, successful and any of the other attributes society tends to ascribe to “A Players”. It’s addictive, heady stuff. Then it becomes tempting â€" and even natural â€" to surround yourself with people where there’s a comfortable margin between you and everyone else. That’s where the idea of surrounding yourself with “yes men” comes from. People who won’t challenge your worldview of being the smartest, most capable and most successful of the group. The thing is, it happens gradually, so it’s hard to notice until one day you wake up and find that you’re left behind. That’s when you realize that the truly successful people have continued to learn and grow. We learn, grow and become better when we surround ourselves with people who are smarter than us The Downsides to Being the Smartest Person in the Room There are real downsides to allowing yourself to glide along this path toward being the smartest person in the room. Here are three in particular that can be showstoppers for your career. When the chips are down, you’re on your own When a truly big, complicated problem arises, you won’t have people to help you solve it. Instead, you’ll be expected to know everything. It’s like being the mighty and powerful Wizard of Oz (a.k.a. “smartest person in the room” of Oz) who turns out to be a quite ordinary â€" and lonely â€" person. Ultimately, we all face the big gnarly problem that we can’t solve on our own, and that’s where your career starts taking a turn for worse. You stop learning and growing At a recent conference, I asked a fellow attendee how he was enjoying the event. His answer was, “We've discovered we’re more advanced than most of the people here, so we’re not learning nearly as much as when we first started attending years ago. So it hasn’t been great.” That was telling. Here was a person who was basically saying that he and his team were now the smartest people in the room, and it wasn’t so useful. While others might use this as an opportunity to gloat about being ahead of others, he was disappointed to miss the chance for greater learning and development. Given this mindset, I predict that his group will continue to stay ahead of the pack and do some great things for the world. You top out in your career Another version of being the smartest in the room is when you surround yourself with people who are great at executing on what you tell them, but aren’t otherwise as capable as you. One of my clients is dealing with just this issue with one of his direct reports, John (not his real name), who runs a major division of the organization. John built his track record by being great at running the nuts and bolts of the operation. He did that by building a team he could trust to do as they’re told and execute on the plan… his plan. But now at this loftier level, John lacks the talent around him to drive performance at the next level, which means being innovative. My client wonders whether John is too insecure to hire people who are independent thinkers and might challenge him. Or maybe he just doesn't understand how to build the right team. Either way, John is no longer seen as being on an upward trajectory and has topped out. Ultimately, that will probably put him at risk of losing his job. How Will You Go Through Life? As with all things in life, you have choices. In this case, it’s about being smart right now versus tapping into a way to become better and better. On the one hand, you can do what we’ve been trained to do since childhood. Show how much you know and hide the rest. Find the group where you can be the smartest person in the room and settle for being smart right now. Or, you can open yourself up to a lifetime of learning and growing. Someone who never wants to be the smartest one in the room. Someone who wants to become better by tapping into a room full of genius and inspiration. That requires being comfortable with yourself so that you can be vulnerable and open to the new and unknown without feeling inferior. From personal experience, it’s hard to take that personal risk, but it’s well worth it. Plus, it’s one way to not fear getting older, because you can keep getting better! Become better by opening yourself up to a lifetime of learning and growing The question is, how do you want to live your life? Leave a comment and let me know.

What are your talents and skills - Hallie Crawford

What are your talents and skills I had a client in one of our coaching groups recently say to me she didn’t know what her challenges were or things she had to improve on. And, she wasn’t sure what her talents were either. I’ve been there, done that! Until we know what our talents are, it’s hard to define what career is right for us-and know how we stand out from the crowd. Here are 2 great ways to get answers to these questions-by seeing ourselves through other’s eyes. This comes from DailyOm. Blurb below and 2 examples of how to do this: “Being with others is a wonderful way to learn more about ourselves. When we see the world through the eyes of other people we become more open to new ideas as well as differing viewpoints, since we are sometimes bound to our own opinions about how the world should be. This sense of blindness lifts when we are with other people, for the more open we are to them, the more we are able to see the various parts of ourselves that we have covered up. Others become a mirror reflecting parts of ourselves back to us and allowing us to see what is both wonderful about ourselves and what we need to improve.” DailyOm.com 1) A great way to uncover hidden skills or talents you don’t realize you have is to ask people who know you well. Ask them this week, what is my greatest strength or what do I do better than most people you know? Listen closely to what theu say. Take it in and don’t argue with them. 2) Also, don’t brush off compliments. We tend to do this in an effort to be humble. Guess what-you can be humble and also graciously accept a compliment. Let it in, say thank you when someone says they’re proud of you, or when they say you have a talent for something. Smile and truly accept it. Heres to having a career you love! Career Advice and Help

Tips on How to Write a Social Work Resume Effectively

Tips on How to Write a Social Work Resume EffectivelyWriting a social work resume has never been easy. There are thousands of resumes that were submitted to social work schools every year. Most of them were rejected because of the poor way the writer presented their resume. This article will help you by giving some tips on how to write a social work resume effectively.You have to identify your area of specialization before writing a resume. For example, if you are specialized in parenting, then you should put 'Pediatrician' as your speciality on your resume. You need to clarify the background details of your discipline so that people will not get confused about your intentions and objectives.Another important detail that you should be very specific in is your unique talent. It is important to state this in your resume so that you can stand out from the crowd. Your job requires many skills that you have developed over the years and it would be great if you can just point this out in y our resume. However, you can also use your keywords to stand out from the crowd.You can also mention in your resume that you have experience in a certain field. This will give you an edge over the other applicants. The biggest advantage of this practice is that you can get credit for your years of experience. Also, there is no limit to the number of years you can provide on your resume, because it will actually increase your credibility.Also, when you are writing a resume, do not neglect to put importance on your professional appearance. You need to be professional and elegant in your appearance so that people will remember you well. Do not let your looks get in the way of this!If you are already employed in a social work school, then you can write your resume at the school. This is not advisable because most employers prefer their applicants to be professionally attired. However, you can still express your expertise and talents in your resume by placing your contact information on it. You may also include on your resume all the relevant dates of your employment so that you can show them in your resume.This is how you can write a social work resume effectively. If you follow these few steps, you can make sure that your resume will stand out from the crowd. These tips will make sure that you get an interview and eventually, an employment.

Uber Drivers Would Earn $5500 a year in Paid Holidays and Benefits if They Were Employees

Uber Drivers Would Earn $5500 a year in Paid Holidays and Benefits if They Were Employees Uber drivers in six major U.S. cities would receive paid holidays and health care benefits worth an average of $5,500 a year, plus thousands more in mileage reimbursement, if the company provided them with the same benefits as its full-time employees, according to a new NerdWallet study. The California Labor Commissioner’s Office ruled in June that Barbara Berwick, who worked as an Uber driver for just under two months, was an employee of the company rather than a contractor. The ruling ordered Uber to reimburse Berwick $3,878 for mileage and tolls plus $274 in interest. Similarly, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity decided in May that former Uber driver Darrin McGillis had been an employee, entitling him to unemployment benefits, according to a report in the Miami Herald. While both decisions apply to the individuals involved only and Uber is appealing, if upheld, drivers across the nation could be motivated to seek status as full-time Uber employees. The decisions related specifically to expenses and unemployment insurance. Drivers stand to gain even more if Uber recognizes them as full-time employees. Based on what Uber offers employees, drivers might expect: Fully covered health insurance, including dental and vision benefits Nine paid holidays Business-driving reimbursement Uber already provides auto insurance for drivers when they are carrying passengers or are available for trips, but drivers still need to buy coverage for personal use of their cars. Paid holidays In a report released in January, Uber said that 14% of its over 160,000 drivers in the U.S. worked at least 35 hours a week. Uber said drivers working full-time earned an average of $17.56 an hour nationwide. Figuring an eight-hour workday, the average hourly wage adds up to $1,264.32 for the nine paid holidays each year if the drivers were full-time employees. Based on the hourly wage reported by Uber in each city, we calculated the total amount drivers could gain if they were paid for the nine holidays in six places. Boston: At an hourly wage of $20.78, drivers could see $1,496.16 for nine holidays. Chicago: At an hourly wage of $16.21, drivers could see $1,167.12 for nine holidays. Los Angeles: At an hourly wage of $17.07, drivers could see $1,229.04 for nine holidays. New York: At an hourly wage of $29.65, drivers could see $2,134.80 for nine holidays. San Francisco: At an hourly wage of $26.17, drivers could see $1,884.24 for nine holidays. Washington, D.C.: At an hourly wage of $17.70, drivers could see $1,274.40 for nine holidays. Health insurance NerdWallet looked at average annual health care expenditures in each city to evaluate what this benefit could mean for drivers. Based on our analysis, here’s the value of health care that drivers could expect to get each year from Uber if they become full-time employees: Boston: $4,518 Chicago: $3,982 Los Angeles: $2,859 New York: $3,585 San Francisco: $4,312 Washington, D.C.: $4,450 This could mean savings for drivers who are paying for insurance or more health care for drivers who are avoiding medical treatment because of the cost. Mileage reimbursement Reimbursement of car-related expenses has the potential to be the biggest benefit. Berwick, the California driver, put in 6,468 miles for Uber in just under two months, according to the decision, which ordered Uber to reimburse her at the IRS rate, currently at 57.5 cents a mile. Berwick’s driving, extrapolated to a full year, would add up to 38,808 miles, meaning $22,315 in reimbursement. The reimbursement rate is intended to cover the expenses of driving, including gas, oil, insurance, repairs, tires, maintenance and depreciation. AAA estimates the actual cost per mile for a small sedan is 58.2 cents for drivers who put on 10,000 miles per year, 44.9 cents at 15,000 miles a year and 38 cents for 20,000 miles a year. Berwick won mileage reimbursement because California requires companies to provide it to employees. While there’s no federal requirement, NerdWallet assumed for the purposes of this study that Uber would provide reimbursement at the IRS rate in other states because the company is based in California. Read next: Uber Reveals How Much Its Drivers Really Earn…Sort Of Auto insurance Uber provides liability and uninsured motorist coverage while drivers are on a trip for the company. When drivers are available for trips, Uber provides lesser protection that applies when personal insurance doesn’t cover an accident. But drivers still need to buy policies for personal use of their vehicles. With that in mind, here are average annual car insurance rates for each of the six cities: Boston: $1,174.50 Chicago: $1,243.52 Los Angeles: $1,175.61 New York: $1,614.71 San Francisco: $1,013.90 Washington, D.C.: $1,390.88 Compare quotes side-by-side using NerdWallet’s auto insurance tool Methodology NerdWallet assumed for the purposes of this study that Uber would provide drivers with the same benefits as it gives current full-time employees, including nine paid holidays; fully paid medical, dental and vision plans; and mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate. We calculated holiday compensation using Uber data on average hourly earnings of drivers who worked a full-time schedule. We estimated the value of the health care package using Bureau of Labor Statistics data on per capita health expenditures. We compared the IRS reimbursement rate for mileage with AAA’s reported cost per mile for a small sedan driven over 20,000 miles a year. Average annual car insurance rates for each location are from NerdWallet. NerdWallet staff writer Aubrey Cohen contributed to this article. More From NerdWallet: Why Now Is a Good Time to Refinance a Government-Backed Mortgage Back-to-School Blunders: Car Insurance Quotes After School-Related Driving Violations How Same-Sex Couples Can Save on Car Insurance Quotes

ZipRecruiter - Work It Daily

ZipRecruiter - Work It Daily Name: ZipRecruiter Websites: Find a Job: jobs.ziprecruiter.com Post a Job: www.ziprecruiter.com Read More From ZipRecruiter: blog.ziprecruiter.com Facebook: /ZipRecruiter Twitter: @ZipRecruiter LinkedIn: /company/ZipRecruiter Bio: ZipRecruiter exists to make recruitment and job search as fast and easy as possible. Active and passive job seekers alike can benefit from ZipRecruiter's job alerts program. Simply enter your search criteria and start to receive highly targeted job openings in a daily or weekly email. If you prefer to be more hands-on, then visit ZipRecruiter to search millions of openings from across the web. There, you can also upload your resume into the resume database so you can be found by employers in your area. Start Now » Employers and recruiters can benefit from ZipRecruiter's job board distribution service, which posts jobs to 30 leading job boards and social networks with a single submission. Candidates from all sources are organized into a single list, where hiring teams can work together to screen, rate, label, and share candidates. Learn More » Articles: 5 Things You Should Be Doing if You’re Unemployed Cure Your Career Uncertainty in 7 Steps 6 Reasons Internships Are a Must in College 9 Ways to Make the Wrong Impression on Your First Day 5 Things to Ask in a Job Interview How to Answer 7 of the Most Common Interview Questions 6 Reasons You Should Say ‘Yes’ to Any Job Interview The Worst Reasons To Pick A Career Path Preparing For An Interview: Step-By-Step Guide How To Conduct A Job Search Why You Should Remember Murphy’s Law Before Your Next Job Interview Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!

Be Thankful You Dont Have These 5 Jobs

Be Thankful You Dont Have These 5 Jobs Be Thankful You Dont Have These 5 JobsThese wacky jobs may not be for everyone, but someones got to do themDistasteful, nauseating, pungent, dangerous, and deadly are only a few of the adjectives used to describe unterstellung five strangest jobs. These positions represent some of the wackiest careers on the fruchtmarket, and you probably didnt even know they existed. So next time the cheap coffee in the break room gets you down, remember these five jobs and think Hey, it could definitely be worse.Pet Food TasterWhile its true that dogs may eat anything, its important that they get food that is both delicious and nutritious. After all, even pets have refined taste buds. Thats where pet food tasters come into play. Tasters come up with ideas for the smell, feel, consistency, ingredients, nutrients, and all the other elements that go into making a pet food product fit for a king. Theres one catch, though. Naturally no pet lover will trust their fo ur-legged friends stomach to theoretical recipes. Tasters must, well obviously, taste the food.Job StatsIncome $34,000 - $117,000Education Bachelor to DoctorateJob Notes Pet food tasters must be able to think outside the box to take pets taste buds into consideration.Maggot FarmerAs disgusting as it may sound, maggot farming is a lucrative career and the competition is fierce. Businesses catering to fly-fishermen and greenhouse workers pay big bucks for those little critters, and maggot farmers are all too happy to play nursemaid for a few hours each day. Farmers harvest the tiny larvae from fly eggs. Its really not as dirty as you would think, though. Those farms are actually multimillion dollar laboratories with incubation rooms and special ventilation systems to keep workers from breathing dangerous chemicals and byproducts.Job StatsIncome $35,000+Education NoneJob Notes Maggot farmers work in high-tech laboratories, harvesting larvae from fly eggs.Snake MilkerThis career gives n ew meaning to Got milk? Snake milking is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world, and for good reason. Milkers dont gather actual milk from these slithering animals they extract deadly venom from the mouths of some of the most poisonous snakes in the world. No, these professionals arent just daredevils looking for adventure. Snake venom is a crucial ingredient for its counterpart, antivenom, which doctors use as a kind of antidote to rescue the lives of snakebite victims. Patients would die without the help of snake milkers. Using tools and techniques not too pleasant for the snake in question, they hold the snakes mouth open, shock it with electrodes, retract the fangs, and place vials to collect the venom.Job StatsIncome $40,000+Education None to DoctorateJob Notes Most snake milkers are zoologists who work for national zoos and animal conservation agencies.RelatedWhat to Do When Your New Job Isnt Your Dream JobChicken SexerSome may wonder if this profession is fact or fiction . Surprise, chicken sexers do exist. However, the job isnt as simple as lifting a chickens leg and declaring Its a boy A chickens sex is rather mysterious at first there are no external glands or identifiers to mark and chicks, of course, are too young to lay eggs. To solve this problem, farmers hire trained experts to determine whether chickens are female or male. Those experts have two simple methods to make their decision, but those techniques come with a price. One requires plucking feathers to determine gender, an unpleasant ordeal for the chick. The other, less preferable method requires the chicken sexer to check the birds feces for identifiers. Pet food tasting is starting to sound a lot better, right?Job StatsIncome $20,000+Education None to Certification ClassJob Notes Chicken sexers look at feathers and poop to determine the chicks gender.Armpit SnifferAnother I cant believe thats a real job profession is the infamous armpit sniffer. Though, if you really think about it, the thought of this one is pretty logical deodorant companies must determine if their products work. After all, if Degree claims its famous stick lasts all day, they must be able to back it up. We declare this one of the strangest jobs because armpit sniffers are required to stick their noses in other peoples business. Those who shun computers and think technology is taking away real people jobs will rest easier because no computer will ever outperform a human in this job.Job StatsIncome $35,000+Education Chemistry DegreeJob Notes Armpit sniffers use science and a nosey sense of tools to determine the effectiveness of deodorant and other cosmetic products.If any of these unconventional professions pique your interest, its best to prepare for your career by researching the industry. Start by visiting the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics website. Information about stress level, dangers, and other factors that may have you running the other way are included with the list of benefi ts. Librarians and career centers also have specialized resources designed to help you train for your new career.Applying for a strange job? 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