Are We Living in a Digital Recruitment Social Age

Are We Living in a Digital Recruitment Social Age Has recruitment really embraced the social age to its full potential? This infographic (from evenbase) shows that the recruitment industry is in transition. Takeaways: 2 out of 5 hires made by in-house recruiters in Australia came from job boards. In France, only 13% of hires are made through social networks, despite 91% of recruiters saying they use LinkedIn. In Brazil, just 14% of companies consider social networks to be a major source of hires. RELATED:  Social Media and the Effect on Employee Recruitment

Teaching Job - Creating a New Teacher Resume

Teaching Job - Creating a New Teacher ResumeWhen you're looking for a new teacher job, one of the first things that you'll need to do is create a teacher resume. After all, this is where potential employers will be able to find your information. You should put thought into your resume when you're searching for a new job; after all, your efforts will be rewarded if the employer likes what they see on your new teacher resume.A good teacher resume is not difficult to write, but it does take a bit of time. It is important that you research well before writing your resume. Take some time to write out what you hope your resume will accomplish. Your resume will do a lot for you if it is a good one.Teacher resumes generally contain all of the same information as your application, including your educational background and experience as a teacher. The type of teaching experience that will be most valued by an employer will vary from person to person. You can get this information from a variety of sources, including your school's website, a journal, or an online resource.If you want to get the most out of your new teacher resume, consider what your specific needs are. This will help you tailor your resume to meet those needs so that you will be more likely to get a call for an interview.If you choose to go the traditional route and write it yourself, make sure that your resume is clear and precise. There are a number of ways to go about this, but it is very important that you can deliver your information in a way that will impress the employer.Your final step before you begin to write your teacher resume is to ask yourself what you hope to gain from it. This might include gaining more experience or being promoted to the next level within the school system. Your goal is to create a resume that will help you land the job, so keep this in mind at all times.Now that you have created your new teacher resume, it is time to get started. There are many different ways to organize your information, so don't feel that your resume should only have your educational background. Your employer will want to know all about you, including your achievements.A good teacher resume can go a long way towards helping you land the job you want. As you begin to put together your new teacher resume, keep in mind the above advice, and you will find that the work that you put into it will be rewarded greatly in the end.

Hangry vs. Happy Worker How Food Influences Mood

Hangry vs. Happy Worker How Food Influences Mood The clock change is imminent, we can’t remember summer and the lure of the duvet feels stronger than ever, leaving us with no choice but to search ‘mood boosters’ on Google! Mood is a tricky commodity. A low mood is influenced by so much; often fickle by nature it can come and go or creep up on us unexpectedly as we drag our heels and struggle to get through the day.  Interestingly, all the EU nutrition and health claims submitted for approval around ‘mood boosting foods’ have not been authorised. Maybe this is because it is hard to quantify improved mood or single out a specific nutrient or compound capable of such a tall order. While your diet can not alter that looming deadline or kick that annoying boss into touch, it can enable you to face your working day with more mental and physical resilience. Collectively paying attention to certain dietary components and eating behaviours really can have a positive influence. To support positive mood, mindfulness experts would tell us to count our blessings and live in the moment.  As a nutrition expert I urge you to take a bird’s eye view of your daily diet. Often our perception of our habitual intake is far from accurate. Reactive food choices, long working hours and a lack of time can all take their toll on your nutrition score. Today’s society is in danger of guiding us towards the quick fix rather than the longer term solution, and our default food choices when were under pressure  are often unhealthy.   While  research doesn’t allow me to put forward the miracle mood booster, it can guide us towards the basics we simply must respect and get right (most of the time)! Feed your brain A lack of omega-3 fatty acids in the brain cell walls is associated with a more rapid mental decline, and declining brain functionality isn’t going to cheer anybody up! Many of us arent  great at oily fish consumption and deficiency is common. Omega-3’s also protect heart health and counteract all the nasty inflammation a poor diet can create. Bottle it â€" or rather don’t! A whole host of chemical reactions occur behind the scenes in our bodies â€" too many to fit on a spreadsheet. B vitamins release energy from our food and make the powerful chemical dopamine, which is linked to happiness. Low levels of folate and B12 are associated with low mood and iron is needed for oxygen transport and to fight fatigue. Vitamin D protects our immunity as do selenium and zinc. No one is in a good mood if they’re ill! And then there’s the phytochemicals â€" valuable compounds for both day to day and long term health and vitality. Aside from Vitamin D supplements which are advisable in winter months, trying to patch over a poor diet with an array of supplements simply won’t work. Head past the health food shop to the supermarket where you will find an array of fresh produce â€" the more colour, the more phytochemicals (with the exception of a jammy dodger)! It is the interaction of a variety of healthy foods and the molecules within them that offers you the most advantage so try not to pick the same old thing every time you shop. Balance it out Combinations of wholegrain carbohydrate, healthy protein and plenty of veggie crunch regulate blood glucose (sugar) levels. Undulating hills keep us on an even keel with the avoidance of big peaks and troughs which can make us hangry (hungry ? angry) and plunge us quickly towards the biscuit tin.  Sweeter foods will always seem appealing â€" they do cause insulin release which in turn facilitates the amino acid tryptophan to pass into the brain where it is converted into the feel good hormone serotonin. But wholegrain carbs also do the same thing and carry with them many more performance enhancing nutrients! Here’s your check list for a happy day: Include dark green leafy veg with lunch â€" a limp iceberg leaf doesn’t count! Seek out broccoli, spinach, kale or watercress. Add some zest with an orange as a snack â€" rich in vitamin C to boost iron absorption. Go the whole hog â€" wholemeal pasta, wholemeal pitta, quinoa, brown rice or oatcakes â€" make it whole and not white. Good things come in 3’s â€" boost your oily fish intake where possible. Embrace mackerel salad or salmon stir-fry leftovers. You have my permission to stink out the office! Don’t skip â€" skipping never puts me in a good mood as I always trip over the rope! Don’t skip meals either â€" it’s important to consider your ‘hanger’ management! Snack on small handfuls of brazil nuts, dried apricots or linseeds or use peanut butter to stick ground pieces all together in a ball â€" perfect mood boosters or good to lob at your colleagues if they’re ruining your good mood and best efforts! About the author: Laura Clark is a registered dietitian and sports nutritionist based in London. She is the founder of LEC Nutrition  and is  dedicated to educating, motivating and inspiring people to lead healthy, balanced lives.  For individual bespoke advice or workplace wellness seminars contact  Laura at  www.lecnutrition.co.uk.

60s Styles Were Wearing Now

60s Styles Were Wearing Now They say fashion works in cycles and, if the runways are anything to go by, the sixties have swung back into our wardrobes and are bigger and better than ever before. It’s time to embrace a retro revival and step out in familiar styles that have been revamped and reworked for 2016. Go-go boots Back then: The 1960s was a turning point for fashion, especially when it comes to boots. While they’re wardrobe staples these days, pre-1960s boots were used by women primarily for riding or outdoor pursuits. However, as hemlines rose, women started to wear longer length boots to draw attention to their legs. The go-go boot quickly became one of the signature styles of the decade, characterised by a short block heel and plastic construction. Named after the French word for joy (gogue), the boot perfectly matched the relaxed attitudes of the era. 2016: Nowadays, the go-go boot is more refined. Leaving its plastic counterpart behind, the go-go boot is now sophisticated in suede, while still remaining the shape that made is so iconic all those years ago. Shift dresses with collars Back then: In contrast to the mature styles of the 1950s, sixties fashion was decidedly younger. Shift dresses were worn to make women appear more youthful and, through playful prints and cute collars, they gave them an almost doll-like quality. However, shift dresses were not to be worn to the office, as a result of their thigh-skimming length. Instead, they were reserved for more casual events. 2016: The shift dress still reigns supreme in 2016, as women continue to embrace the leg-flashing style. However, the shift is no longer resigned to our casual wardrobes, as working women smarten up their look with a collared dress. A-line skirts Back then: As we’ve already mentioned, feminine fashion aimed to create a doll-like quality in women. Hip-skimming A-line skirts fit into this ideal, which often featured bright colours and bold prints. Plaid was a common print and helped to create a school girl-inspired look. In terms of length, mini A-line skirts were popular, while knee-length styles remained a practical choice for work. 2016: A-line remains a flattering shape and is still worn today. Suede skirts in rich tan are popular at the moment, helping to channel a vintage-inspired vibe especially when paired with knee-high boots. Chelsea boots  Back then: Casting an eye back to the 1800s, Chelsea boots were created as a unisex shoe for horse-riders, with the elastic side and tab at the back allowing them to be put on and removed with ease. Flash-forward to the 1960s and The Beatles emerged wearing Chelsea â€" quickly re-dubbed Beatle â€" boots. The Beatle boot was narrower and more pointed than its 18th Century predecessor, equipped with a Cuban heel. Mod fashion quickly snapped them up, but it was mainly men who wore paired them with a snappy suit. 2016: Chelsea boots have now made their way into the wardrobes of women and men alike. Women can choose from the more casual, flat version, or a more dressed-up platform version, to give it more versatility. They are teamed up with ankle grazer jeans and monochrome colours, contributing to effortless street style.   Co-ords Back then: Championed by style icons like Mia Farrow and Raquel Welch, co-ords were a work wear staple for women in the 1960s. Women tended to wear form-fitting skirts that ended just above the knee with a matching tailored jacket. The 1960s also saw the introduction of the pant suit for women, another type of co-ord from the decade. Tailoring the masculine style to suit a woman’s smaller frame, the suits became popular with women, although many debated whether they threatened masculinity. Shockingly, some workplaces even banned women from wearing them. 2016: Matching co-ords are back. Crop top and pencil skirt combos are a popular summer style, while co-ordinating skirts, tops and suits are set to continue their reign into Autumn/Winter 2016. Thankfully, unlike the trend, the ban on pant suits for women has been forgotten! Pointed shoes Back then: While go-go boots have become something of a symbol of the sixties, pointed shoes were another popular trend. Flats with a pointed toe were a must-have style at the start of the decade. Often worn with mini skirts to elongate the legs, the shoes were usually longer than required to avoid pinching the feet. This additional length, which created the pointed shape, made the shoes difficult to walk in. 2016: In 2016, fashion is all about getting to the point. Pointed flats still remain a stylish choice, while pointed heels and boots are also popular. The good news? The shoes are a much better fit nowadays! Into retro or the 2016 version of things past?  Discover a selection of 60s-inspired styles in Daniel Footwear’s ladies footwear collection. Image credit: Twiggy

How To Use A US Resume Template

How To Use A US Resume TemplateUsing a US resume template can save you time, aggravation and a ton of frustration with different job applications and interviews. This article will discuss how you can make the most of your resume.Know what it is you want. When I first started using a US resume template it was because I had a whole bunch of papers to sort through. There were many paper-trails left on several applications and I wanted to figure out what I wanted out of my future.Once I realized that I didn't really have a clear idea of what I wanted from my future, I began working on a strategy of elimination. The best way to do this is to get a bunch of paper-trails and write down what your top three or four goals are. This helps you understand the things you need to focus on and cut out other things from your priorities list.Don't forget about your name. I found that sometimes it's easy to overlook the importance of this. You may be the only one applying for a job but the most importa nt thing you can do for yourself is to make sure your name is always the first name on your resume. It does matter.Don't forget about the difference between cover letters and resumes. In today's job market it's very common to have more than one form of application. A cover letter will be sent to someone in an effort to showcase your skills as a professional.While a resume will be used to gather a detailed look at your career history. It is not a substitute for a cover letter. A resume will allow you to present your education and job experience while a cover letter will allow you to present your skills and assets that will make you a great employee.Lastly, read and understand what you are signing up for. The same applies to any type of document that you might sign such as a non-disclosure agreement or by clicking on a box that says 'I agree to X'. If you don't read the document you are agreeing to this can lead to a lot of trouble.Once you have figured out what you are signing read a nd understand what you are signing, it's time to start writing your resume. There are thousands of ways to do this so don't worry too much about it. Just be sure to make a well thought out resume that makes you stand out and you can't ignore.

My Irish radio debut - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

My Irish radio debut - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog My life is now complete Ive been on radio in ireland :o) Rowan Monaghan of Fortify Services appears regularly on Dublins Q102 station and invited me along for a ten-minute segment on happiness at work. You can listen to the whole thing here. I urge you to do it, if just to hear Rowans and the presenters wonderful Irish accents. And also to read rowans hilarious comments on the event, which nearly had me spitting coffee all over my laptop :o) And Ive also been featured in a Turkish newspaper: Click the image above to read the whole article. It would seem that the idea of happiness at work is spreading far beyond Denmark. THIS IS SO COOOOOL! Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related

Introverts Guide to a Smooth Job Search - Margaret Buj - Interview Coach

Introverts Guide to a Smooth Job Search Looking for a job doesnt have to be so hard. While launching a job search may not rank in difficulty with rocket science, it has become increasingly difficult and more complex. If you add on top of that some Introvert tendencies, like a reluctance to “put yourself out there,” you are starting to nudge the scales towards seriously tough. If you are on the brink of launching a job search or have started one, hit the pause button before doing anything else. There are some simple guidelines you can follow to ensure you get the results you want, without the standard Introvert cringe: 1) Don’t cherry pick job search advice There are volumes on job search advice. If you pay attention, you’ll notice there are themes or things that get repeated. This should be a huge indicator that you need to do this “thing”. Too often I see job seekers decide to skip what they are being told to do. This will have dire consequences. 2) Don’t do everything at once You will get overwhelmed, especially if you are an Introvert. You have to figure out your  keywords,  branding,  LinkedIn profile,  Facebook,  Twitter,  resume, online job sites, the latest greatest job search tool, finding recruiters,  interview prep,  salary study, body language,handshake, new wardrobe,  company research,  networking, and  attending business events. Long list? That’s just to name a few. The deal is, if you attempt to bite off too much at once, you’ll choke or die trying. Start by being abundantly clear on 1 or 2 “job types” you are pursuing. You’d be shocked at how very few job seekers have real clarity. Then, work on a targeted resume. 3) It’s all about connecting I deliberately put this in the middle, as Introverts really like to avoid this one (it’s the cherry picking I told you about on #1). Most likely, you won’t find a job via a posted job. I’m sure someone has landed a job this way, but no one I know has been hired solely by pursuing a posted job. That means you and your resume have to connect to a real live person. You can do this primarily through referrals and introductions from the people you know. People hire people. Online job search comforts Introverts because they don’t have to connect to a person. It’s a false sense of comfort. Start out to build your confidence. Set up coffee with one person you know so you can let them know what you are looking for and see if they can introduce you to someone in your targeted company. Rinse and repeat. You will build confidence in doing this one at a time. 4) Figure out YOUR competitive advantage You must think you have something to offer or you wouldn’t be pursuing a job. Why you? What is the thing that will set you apart from everyone else? You have to get it first or no one else will. If you can figure out your competitive advantage, you can translate that into everything from your resume to your LinkedIn profile. We are all unique, even if we do the same job as a thousand other people. 5) Don’t take things personally You will discover a complete lack of etiquette out there. People don’t return emails or phone calls, they fail to  follow up after interviews  and they expect you to drop things just because they are hiring. You must pick up the slack and make the phone calls until you get a real human and do superhuman rescheduling. It’s not because they don’t like you, it’s because hiring someone takes a huge bite out of their schedule, and business must go on. Oh well. As a fellow Introvert, your key to a flawless job search is to connect with people, which isn’t always easy. If you take it slow and easy, trust most of what you read on job search and know you are an asset, you’ll love the results. About the Author Dorothy Tannahill-Moran is author of two best selling books:  Easier Networking for Introverts and the Socially Reluctant  and  Career Mapping for Climbing Managers: Plan Your Career on Purpose. Also known as the Introvert Whisperer, Dorothy is dedicated to helping Introverts achieve their career ambitions by using her unique insights gathered from 21 years in management at Intel Corporation. Coming Soon!   A new website from Dorothy Tannahill-Moran, Introvert Whisperer, dedicated to  Ambitious Introverts  for finding the best, actionable career advice.   Sign up now for future notices:www.allthingscareer.com/iw-launch