How to Turn a Temp Job into a Permanent Position - The Muse

How to Turn a Temp Job into a Permanent Position - The MuseHow to Turn a Temp Job into a Permanent Position Hi Rajiv,I am currently going through my toughest dilemma yet at work temp life. I recently moved to New York City to work in the fashion industry. I knew it was going to be difficult, but, in fact, its challenged me to the core. Ive never been a temp, and so Im not quite sure how Im supposed to act (even though Ive posed this very question to my supervisor). Should I pretend that Ive been 100% hired and fully engage myself, or should I consider myself closer to intern status? Some days Im treated like a full-time employee, other days like a lowly intern. Sometimes I try to take initiative, and its not looked at well, while, other times, I take a back seat and nobody seems happy with that either. Ive been there for three months, and at the end of each month, they ask me to stay on. I truly attempt to engage with my supervisors, but they act like Im just wasting their time (whic h is where I get the intern feeling). So I ask you Am I overthinking this completely? Do I need to just suck it up because this is New York? I honestly just dont know where I stand, and would love some guidance because Ive never had this issue before. Im typically a pretty outgoing, engaging, take-life-by-the-horns kind of person, but this temp life is making me feel like Im walking on egg shells. Really appreciate your insightSigned,Constantly on ContractDear Constantly on Contract,Oh, that TempLife can be confusing, right?First things first, lets acknowledge that you must be doing something right if they keep extending your contract each month. Even if its a last-minute heads up, they wouldnt ask you back if they didnt like your work or didnt think you provided value to the company. You should feel good about that.Speaking of value, thats where I like to see people focus their attention in the workplace. Too often we stress over Am I doing enough? Am I doing too much? Do they like me? Do they hate me? That mindset isnt a helpful one. When you operate in causation mode, your own satisfactions entirely dependent on your employers reaction. Many people who are interns or on-contract think like this, which limits their ability to contribute to the company. At the end of the day, this is your career were talking about- treat this job with the importance it deserves How Can You Do That?If you want to know how to turn a temp job into a permanent position, instead of a causation mindset, shift to a value-based one. With every scenario you encounter at work, ask yourself Can I provide value here? If yes, how? When you operate from this point of view, you achieve the mental freedom youre striving for, because youre acting in the best interest of the whole, and youre not simply reliant upon a reaction. This will keep you from constantly trying to get your hands on everything, and itll allow you to do quality work where youre most capable.Naturally, when an employer see s someone providing support to the organization, theyre grateful for it. In a value-based mindset, you find and seize the right opportunities for you and for the company. If your goal is to turn your short-term job into full-time, its essential that you work with the same dedication and diligence that a full-time employee would.This article is part of our Ask an Expert series- a column dedicated to helping you tackle your biggest career concerns. Our experts are excited to answer all of your burning questions, and you can submit one by emailing us at editor(at)themuse(dot)com and using Ask a Credible Career Coach in the subject line.Your letter may be published in an article on The Muse. All letters to Ask an Expert become the property of Daily Muse, Inc and will be edited for length, clarity, and grammatical correctness.

Graduate Degrees for Animal Careers

Graduate Degrees for Animal CareersGraduate Degrees for Animal CareersThere are many different graduate degree programs for students that wish to pursue advanced study in an animal related field.Lets take a look at some of the most popular graduate degree options Animal Science (M.S. or Ph.D.) The Animal Science graduate degree is a very popular option and offers many areas of specialization.Specific offerings vary by school but areas of concentration may include management, breeding, reproductive physiology, exercise physiology, nutrition, production, meat science, animal behavior, genetics, and much more.The M.S. degree program usually takes two years to complete, while a Ph.D. program usually requires an additional three years. Students pursuing graduate studies in Animal Science must complete a demanding program that includes both traditional coursework and independent research.The research project is completed under the supervision of faculty advisor.The student must also wr ite a thesis paper and defend the thesis before an evaluation committee.Many schools also require graduate students to assist with teaching undergraduate classes. There are a select few programs offer a non-thesis/non-research Masters in Animal Science, often through distance learning programs hosted angeschlossen (such as the MAS program offered by North Carolina State University). Agriculture (M.S.) The Master of Science in Agriculture degree is a non-thesis path that does not include a research component.The degree can be completed in one to two years.There are many areas of concentration available,though, specific offerings may vary from one school to the next.Possible concentrations include education, environmental studies, food safety, extension, and more.Most graduate programs combine aspects of animal, plant, soil, and crop sciences into their Agriculture curriculum. Several institutions offer the M.S. in Agriculture degree through distance learning programs hosted exclu sively on the web (such as the online programs offered at Colorado State University or Washington State University).These distance learning programs are ideal for adult students who also hold full-time positions. Animal Law (LL.M.) The first advanced degree in Animal Law is currently being offered by Lewis Clark Law School.Aspiring animal lawyers can complete the 28 credit hour LL.M. (Master of Laws) course of study in one year.Part-time students may take up to 2.5 years to complete this postgraduate degree.A written thesis is an option for selected students.Distance learning is not available for this degree. Humane Education (M.A. or M.Ed.) Humane Education is a relatively new degree path and is currently only offered by Valparaiso University (in conjunction with the Institute for Humane Education).Both Master of Arts and Master of Education degree paths are possible for aspiring humane educators.The 33 credit hours of coursework are completed online through the distance l earning format, but students must visit the IHEs headquarters in Maine for a one-week residency at the conclusion of the program. Laboratory Animal Science (M.S.) The Master of Laboratory Animal Science degree involves a two-year commitment for full-time students.It is an ideal degree for aspiring laboratory medical technicians as well as students looking to boost their chances of acceptance to vet school.Coursework for this degree tends to focus on lab animal anatomy and physiology, general care, animal welfare, ethics, common surgical or medical procedures, management, and laboratory techniques. Some programs offer a part-time distance learning option (such as the three-year program offered by Drexel University). Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Veterinary medicine is perhaps the most well-known animal related graduate program, and it has a highly selective admissions process.Veterinarians receive their DVM degree after an intensive four-year program of professional study.Many ve terinarians go on to complete internships and residencies after completion of their basic DVM degree. Zoology (M.S. or Ph.D.) Zoology graduate programs include both coursework and research.There are both thesis and non-thesis programs for aspiring zoologists, but most do require some sort of independent research project.Graduate students also assist with teaching undergraduate courses.Masters degrees can usually be completed in two years, while Ph.D. programs generally require three years to complete.

Leaving the Military Heres Your To-Do List for Getting Hired

Leaving the Military Heres Your To-Do List for Getting HiredLeaving the Military Heres Your To-Do List for Getting HiredRegardless of the length of your time of service, closing out a career as a veteran can be a daunting task. Its hard enough to get your personal life on a civilian schedule, and then you have to tackle your civilian career.Fortunately, many have gone before you to transition into excellent and fulfilling careers using military experience. And the process departures when you lokalitt yourself and your skills in a way that helps you identify possible careers and catch the interest of civilian recruiters.If youre looking to get back into the workforce after a short or long military career, here are four things you can work on today from one veteran to another, featuring Army Veteran and Human Resources recruiting professional Toya Hamilton.Start networking before the paperwork is finalDont wait until youre discharged to start identifying possible networking opportuniti es in your new field. The time to network is before you get out of the service.The most important thing I did was was networking within my industry, says Hamilton, Ninety-nine percent of all my job leads and offers came from networking with people in my field. And even better? Those contacts helped me form my own network by telling me who I needed to talk to and what my resume needed to look like. Networking is what will get your resume out there and let people see it.Be open to constructive criticismand dont be afraid to step down to step upWhile you might have a valid need for reassurance as you start job hunting outside of the military, Hamilton adds that its important to be open to constructive criticism.Dont be thin-skinned, she says. Be open to constructive criticism and turn it around and apply to your job hunt, resume and cover letter. For me, I asked for feedback from my industry connections and got excellent feedback about particular parts of my resume that werent strong e nough. I took that advice to heart and sought out experience that would round-out what I brought to the table as a job candidate.Part of this process, Hamilton says, is being confident enough to step down in order to step up. Take another job based on the skill set you do have, even if it pays less or is less prestigious. Work your way up to achieve your ultimate goal if its not working out for you from the beginning. It may be uncomfortable financially, but thats why you have to plan ahead before you get out of the military.Seek out certifications before you get outA lot of military members think military experience is good enough and they dont understand why they dont end up with the job, says Hamilton. We see where we fit, but we cant show other people that we can do the job. Thats why its so important to verify the skills that you have with visible credentials and certifications.When you first depart from military service, your career path might be obvious to you based on skills and experience. But there are other parts of the civilian world that might escape your experience. For example, says Hamilton, As a military HR recruiter, I worked with people and managed leaders. But I didnt have extensive experience with the business side of things such as managing benefits and pay scales. Counting on everyone understanding and valuing your experience isnt good enough. You need to get certifications within your field that can provide universal assurance to HR managers that you meet the qualifications and can do the job.Explain your training and experienceFinally, make sure that your resume properly translates your experience by connecting the dots for the HR manager on paper. If possible, find someone who can translate your resume from military to civilian language for you.Military personnel, were limited. Our minds dont think like that, and our terminology is completely different. But if you dont translate your skills on your resume using the words that the HR m anager includes in the job description, you wont get the interview. If you get the interview but not the job, on the other hand, you need to work on explaining your position correctly.Hamilton shares that Hire Heroes was a great resource, and she used the site to work with a resume coach that made it easier for her to interview and get the job. Many other sites offer consulting and job support to veterans, and you can access those links here.

Finding the Right Career

Finding the Right Career Finding the Right Career There are amazing tools that will allow you to peer into new fields and discover diverse opportunities. The interesting part is that all of this is at your fingertips. There is a way to search for the perfect job with poise and style. Finding a high paying, important career has never been more exciting.The phrase out with the old and in with the new has never been more true than it is now when it comes to a finding the right new career path. While job fairs and career counselors still exist times have for sure changed. They are soon to be gone and change is here. With websites such as LinkedIn, Face Book, and even Twitter, people have access to industries not only in our country but across the world. Doors are open that may have never been available before. There are countless new jobs being created each day thanks to technology. And you have access to all of this information.You can learn about industries through their web sites. Y ou can discover information and find their key players on these social networking sites. It is phenomenal when you truly time-out and realize how much you can learn. And then realize who you can meet. All while costing you little but time. That is a great thing considering our current economy.Information gathering use to require setting up appointments, waiting for interviews and playing a ping pong game of waiting and learning. But now you can write an email, ask someone across the world questions, and you can even Skype during an interview. It is amazing and it can be life and career changing. The possibilities are endless.One of the most exciting things is that people often will refer you to other people once you begin your networking experience. And there is nothing that gets you hired faster than knowing someone who knows someone else. And the great part is that you may only know them through the web world.So what are you waiting for? You have the future at your fingertips. You r new career can begin today. Get a plan and begin seeing what is available using all of your skills and knowledge. The world can only get better when people work together to find careers that they are passionate about. Finding the right career to match your individual strengths and passions has never been easier its time to do it

Engineers Honored for Their Service to the Profession and to S...

Engineers Honored for Their Service to the Profession and to S... Engineers Honored for Their Service to the Profession and to S... Engineers Honored for Their Service to the Profession and to Society at IMECE 2017 Nov. 20, 2017 ASME Honorary Member and Fellow Adrian Bejan, the J.A. Jones Distinguished Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Duke University, received the Ralph Coats Roe Medal at the Honors Assembly. The award recognizes an outstanding contribution to the public appreciation of the engineers worth to contemporary society.Without engineering, civilization does not exist, Adrian Bejan, Ph.D., told a receptive and enthusiastic audience at ASMEs 2017 Honors Assembly. Dr. Bejan, a professor of mechanical engineering at Duke University, welches being awarded the Ralph Coats Roe Medal for his contributions to the public appreciation of the role of engineering in society. He was one of eight engineers honored at the gala event, which was held Nov. 6 during ASMEs annual Intern ational Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition in Tampa, Fla. John Staehlin (center) was recognized with the Hoover Medal at the Honors Assembly for his volunteer efforts in coordinating groups of engineers to solve problems for people with disabilities. He is pictured here with ASME President Charla Wise (left) and Yildiz Bayazitoglu, chair of the ASME Committee on Honors.An unbelievable honor, to be among such an esteemed group, said John Staehlin, who was also being honored at the event. Staehlin went on to describe some of the rewards of his longstanding volunteer tafelgeschirr to people with disabilities watching a person use his kralle for the first time in many years seeing a woman with quadriplegia spell out words with the blink of her eye, using a system based on an F16 radar display and watching a young girl ride a bike for the first time. His remarks earned him a standing ovation as he was awarded the Hoover Medal, for personal and professional achievements advanci ng the well-being of humankind. Staehlin spent his career developing advanced radar systems. The ovation, however, was for his volunteer work, organizing teams of engineers to solve problems for people with disabilities when no commercially-available product has been available. The Melvin R. Green Codes and Standards Medal - ASME Standards & Certifications most prestigious award - was presented to ASME Fellow Paul Edwards, vice president and construction manager for ASME programs at WECTEC Global Project Services Inc. in Canton, Mass., during the Honors Assembly.Another award, the Societys prestigious Melvin R. Green Codes and Standards Medal, went to Paul Edwards. Edwards is an expert in conformity assessment and a longtime contributor to the development of ASME boiler and pressure vessel code and certification programs. His katechese resonated with the audience We know that ASME codes and standards, recognized worldwide, and the ASME mark, mean something. And conformity assessm ent supports that, making our codes and standards stronger in the marketplace, giving our customers, owners, users, jurisdictions, and regulatory authorities, confidence in the ASME mark. ASME Fellow Ramesh Agarwal, the William Palm Professor of Engineering in the department of mechanical engineering and materials science and the director of the Aerospace Research and Education Center at Washington University in St. Louis, received ASME Honorary Membership at the ceremony in Tampa.Wow, I feel like am getting married again, with all these tuxedos, and the reception, and the company of such distinguished guests. said Ramesh Agarwal, Ph.D., as he stepped to the podium. Dr. Agarwal was the first of three recipients of ASME Honorary Membership, the Societys highest level of membership. He was cited for pioneering work in computational fluid dynamics, and for service to education and to the profession. He spoke of his journey 50 years earlier to the U.S. as a 20-year-old student. His tha nks included India, the country of my birth, which nurtured me during my formative years and this adopted land ... where the people have been very generous and provided me the opportunity to realize what we call the American Dream.Honorary Membership was also awarded to John Cipolla, Ph.D., a recently retired researcher, department head and professor at Northeastern University, and Michael Modest, Ph.D., a recently retired professor and researcher in radiative heat transfer, at the University of California, Merced. At the 2017 ASME Honors Assembly (Back row, left to right) ASME Executive Director Thomas Loughlin Yildiz Bayazitoglu, chair of the ASME Committee on Honors honorees Evelyn Wang, Michael Modest, and Zdenek Baant ASME President Charla Wise and Pi Tau Sigma President Darryl James. (Front row, left to right) Honorees Paul Edwards, Ramesh Agarwal, John Staehlin, John Cipolla and Adrian Bejan.Evelyn Wang, Ph.D., a professor of mechanical engineering at MIT, received the G ustus L. Larson Memorial Award. She studies micro- and nanoscale heat transfer with specially engineered surfaces. The award recognizes outstanding achievements by an early-career mechanical engineer.The ASME Medal, the Societys highest award, went to Zdenek Baant, Ph.D., a professor at Northwestern University. Baant was honored for his achievements and ongoing research in size effect theory, which has improved the safety of large structures like bridges and dams. He was specifically cited for developing a statistical theory of the strength and lifetime of quasibrittle structures of random material properties, verifying it with experimental evidence and demonstrating its relevance to structural safety and for formulating a kinetic energy release theory for material comminution into particles of random sizes under extreme strain rates.- Roger Torda, Public Information

Life, Death, and Microsoft Point Genorator

Life, Death, and Microsoft Point Genorator The Characteristics of Microsoft Point Genorator In excel, there are a lot of VBA codes accessible to generate numbers which could be unique or repeated. The exact same process can be done for QR codes or some other sort of barcode. Not merely it must be accurate, you also have to use a suitable format. You might highlight text to modify the font (italicize, bold, underline, double-space, and so forth), delete a wide variety of text, or move text to a different place on the webpage. Be certain to make note of where the document welches saved so you know the best place to go to retrieve the file. In an entire bibliography, you should indicate the source from which youve taken it. Just about any list of text items with a distinctive separator can be alphabetized. Use the button to upload the image to Imgur, or you may also click on as youre designing your text to observe the way that it appears like against different forms of backgr ounds. The below picture shows the consequence of the above code. Instructions for Visio as an alternative, you can alter the direction of a present horizontal text box. It isnt the very same as a complete 3d render, but might seem good for Minecraft and several other styles of text. The summary is intended to give the possible hiring manager a reason to keep on reading your resume. So, it is going to request references as mentioned in the above mentioned picture. These pages offer you a few questions to answer, then enable you to push a button to acquire an individual works-cited entry. The title ought to be in all CAPS. Centering text For virtually every essay, youre going to need a title page. When youve got a comprehension of the paper you may begin writing an introduction. The introduction contains the subject of the essay, information about the author and some background of the analysis. After identifying the major argument of your essay, youve got to search for the r easons in support of and against the principal argument. The Honest to Goodness Truth on Microsoft Point Genorator If you would like to get the actual outcomes of what youve been earned, youve got to exchange your points for the digital game goods of your choice instantly. The points ought to be kept within the layout created. If youve already created an Oprewards account before, then you just need to log in the website. Jump over to Amaras site and register for a free account to start.When you come to us, you find the best prices on the summary you require, and thats truly how we get the geschftsleben done for you. Roblox as all of us know is a remarkable game and is quite enjoyable. The very best part is that weve discovered a potent new method to receive totally free gift codes, with absolutely no human verification required. What Microsoft Point Genorator Is - and What it Is Not You might need to wait a bit if you pick a high enough number though. You may also choose wh ether to include word troubles. You should also think about verifying other phone numbers youll be able to access, like a home phone, or a number employed by means of a relative or close friend. Hyphenated building numbers suggest that the home or building is on a street or alley thats too small or too short to obtain a name of its own. Get all you need to produce your unique mobile app. The title of a project is of ultimate significance, thus make certain to take your time to obtain the best one. The simple part is with the aim of not getting forget easily. Provide value added content and produce your Code attract people by taking advantage of the a variety of customization choices. Click Generate and youll have the fake telephone numbers all over the selected range. Each key will be unique and can be utilized on a network or a certain number of systems based on the sellers consent. If youre considering using barcodes in your organization, Code 128 is an excellent selection . If you wish to generate numbers between 0 and 4 including 4, you want to specify the top limit as 5. Generally speaking, the print size needs to be determined in regard to the amount of characters encoded. Theres no choice to use more than 1 font schrift or more than 1 color to e.g. visualize an extra variable by color coding.

How to Keep the Peace in a Workplace Warzone

How to Keep the Peace in a Workplace Warzone Managers responded in a recent research report by Robert Half International that an average of 18 percent of their time is spent arbitrating conflicts between co-workers. That amounts to an annual time expenditure of 9 weeks. With that statistic in mind, its a safe bet that if you are looking for a way to impress your boss and stand out from your colleagues, a great way to do it is to adeptly deal with interoffice conflict when the need arises and do whatever it takes to keep problem issues from escalating to management level. When dealing with problems in the workplace (or anywhere), consider several approaches that may mitigate hostility and promote a peaceful resolution to the conflict at hand. First off, give other people the benefit of the doubt. Dont immediately assume an individual is acting with the worst intentions in mind. Much more likely, po or choices were made based on miscommunication, overwork, or accidental oversight. Approach the issue from the viewpoint that a negative outcome was not the result of a personal vendetta. When discussing the issue with a co-worker, try to remain neutral and not let emotions control the direction of the conversation.A great way to get a different perspective on the issue is the tried and true put yourself into the other persons shoes technique. Try to understand the other priorities and pressures your co-worker is facing in addition to the bunglumineszenzdiode behavior at the root of a problem. Putting yourself into a position to feel empathy for another person can help you better understand his or her state of mind that might have led to a mistakes besides outright maliciousness.Workplace tension is often caused by basic misunderstandings especially when conveying instructions for a complex project or other task. Before delegating any assignment to a co-worker, meet with the individ ual and clarify the precise responsibilities that person is taking on for his or her tasks. Afterward, periodically check in on progress to make sure instructions are being followed and to prevent problems from occurring from the start.An easy way to escalate a minor dispute into a full blown argument is to use destructive criticism and name calling. When (not if) disagreements arise, keep criticism constructive and remain supportive. Keeping an even tone and using neutral wording are the primary means of avoiding tension buildup and the development of resentment. Bottom line be tactful at all times.A key tactic to keeping problems from reaching your manager is to resolve any conflict rapidly. Dont wait around for the other person to hold out an olive branch. Once your emotions have settled, politely ask to meet with your co-worker and focus on finding a solution to the problem. Sometimes the resolution can be as simple as apologizing or being forgiving. Other times, particularly un compromising people may not be willing to cooperate in dispelling tension. Especially rude or stubborn people may leave you no other choice than to escalate the issue to a supervisor. Despite the inevitable presence of these people in the workplace, most disagreements can be solved through simple diplomacy and mutual empathy.

7 Top-of-Mind Career Discussions Among Software Engineers

7 Top-of-Mind Career Discussions Among Software Engineers7 Top-of-Mind Career Discussions Among Software EngineersSoftware engineering talent is in tremendous demand. New crops of software engineers are graduating from college, and others are being cultivated through the self-taught route or by pursuing academic study. Today, programmers can find jobs that cater to their talents and passions on nearly every corner of the Internet. Naturally, that makes it either super-easy or super-difficult to find and retain good talent. Either a software engineer is comfortable at his job, or she is ready to take the plunge into new territory.At CareerDean, a career-minded QA site for software engineers, ongoing discussions exist about all elements of getting a great job as a developer and at succeeding at it. Weve seen questions that cater to the first-time job hunter as well as questions that face every single type of software developer. Here are some career discussions that affect software engi neers typically before their first job or about the lifestyle and culture of working for years at the office, and weve added some advice on how employers can handle these very common issues.Does degree or internship matter?A number of aspiring software developers want to take the fruchtmark Zuckerberg route. They firmly believe they can succeed in creating the next best thing, and they will drop out of school in order to show their commitment.But then they return to the job market, because it simply doesnt work out, and they wonder if theyre going to be penalized because they dont have a degree. Will you overlook their resume if they dont have a BA or BS?On a similar note, most software engineers recognize the value of internships. But some simply havent done any. Will they have a harder time finding a job?Employers can specify in their job listings if a degree is absolutely required. Job listings should also specify if prior internships are desired or preferred- or if everyone is o n equal footing regardless of internship or not. Perhaps it can be communicated as a bonus (bonus points if youve completed an internship.) This topic can also be broached during the interview, but it may result in far more resumes than you can handle if the job description isnt as specific. Value of Coding BootcampsThere are a plethora of developer bootcamps out there. These are intensive coding experiences that last weeks or even months that prepare developers for a career in software engineering. But can you truly be the cream of the crop with only a bootcamp under your belt?We hosted an AMA (ask me anything) with Dave Hoover, co-founder of Dev Bootcamp, who shared some insights on the experience that he created for aspiring developers. Many questions on bootcamps revolve around whether its an affordable alternative to college, if credentials matter when being accepted into one (or finding a job thereafter) or whether theres a stigma associated with software engineers who have mo re unconventional backgrounds.Bootcamps seem to be more popular than they used to be, and there are dozens of questions that address this type of educational pursuit.Do you prefer that your prospective employee attend a bootcamp? Communicate to them via job posting or in their interview that you value the unconventional educational path so that they are not intimidated. Successful NegotiationsSalaries for software engineers are all over the map. An engineer could be working for Google with a great compensation package and shares, or they could be working for a small to midsize company with an average or good salary, or they could be working at a startup for peanuts (and maybe a good equity package). Of course, they could also be working at a small to midsize company for peanuts and at a startup for an amazing salary (and equity) package. Theres no one-size-fits-all solution on salaries, but many online sources can (payscale.com) give a good indication of what an employee should be m aking.One of the most frequently discussed conversations revolves around negotiation, before securing the job, when dealing with low-ball offers or once your foot is already in the door. Developers wonder if they should be negotiating at all, negotiating with recruiters or if they should simply wait and go at it after theyve established themselves as solid contributors to the team.Employers can beipass the topic of negotiation by setting expectations early. Is there a salary range for the position? Give as much detail as possible so that prospective applicants know whether to apply or to pass. Of course, you cant eliminate the negotiation process entirely, but its possible that youll save some time.The Reality of OvertimeOne of the biggest discussions to date has been that of the myth of the 40-hour workweek. Is it a reality, or is it unattainable? In short, the answer depends on the type of environment the software engineer works in.Either it will be a corporate environment with ma ny developers and more structure, or it will be in the startup environment with very little structure and a lot of room to make a difference. Those who want to work fewer hours (a full-time 40-hour day schedule) should seek a more structured environment. Those who want to make a difference but who should expect to work longer hours would thrive by taking the startup route.Everyone starts off by working longer and harder, but over time, they establish a routine. Developers should expect to spend a lot more time initially when being on-boarded and learning more about the company culture and the code base.Not everyone thinks to talk about overtime in their job interviews, especially someone who is joining the job market for the very first time ever. New job seekers dont know what to expect and may not ask about company culture. As an employer you can give the employee a bit of insight into they will be working on and how long their workdays will be. You can also give employees access t o their future colleagues so that they can get a first-hand understanding of life at the office.Prejudice against WomenLets face it. There arent many female developers out there. A recent legal trial highlighted how much of a gender gap exists in technology and other male-dominated careers. Women feel that they cant be successful as coders because they are in the minority. This stigma extends to women who later become mothers. As a result, women shy away from becoming developers because they feel that they cant successfully navigate the career without some sort of discrimination in the workplace, be it harassment or by being paid less than they deserve.The best way to put female engineers at ease is to create a company that welcomes female engineers. Consider putting your resources where your corporate values are by supporting non-profit organizations such as Women Who Code. Become known in your industry for implementing equal salaries by publishing salary ranges in your job descrip tions.Dealing with FrustrationSoftware developers have a pretty challenging task. They are working on a problem that may take hours or even weeks to solve. That can be incredibly frustrating. If youre not a developer, think about it this way youre trying to build a house, and you cant get a square peg into that round hole. How do you build it so that it works? Programmers do get discouraged, and thats parte of the job. But its all about the challenge and the learning experience. When you do overcome this annoying hurdle, how much better do you feel?Often, this is a topic best navigated by the software engineer himself. But give emotional support to the developer. Having an office culture that lends itself to a bit of relaxation when the going gets tough lets the very frustrated employee know that he is valued. Small things like having a foosball table or even a punching bag can help. Organizational psychologists tell us that the color of an office space can have an impact on how peo ple feel when they work.Contributing to Open SourceDevelopers can build for their companies or their clients, but they can also contribute to the open source movement, which provides a universal license to software that is accessible to everyone globally without a fee. Some developers question whether contributing to the open source movement is worth it (and can it even help you find a job?), and others might be so devoted to open source work that they commit their working hours to it. Developer opinions are mixed in terms of whether open source has value or not. There are definitely those who are truly all about open source projects, but there are other coders who simply dont have time for it. Still, open source is a major topic that many developers broach, as it helps them secure or advance their careers.As an employer, you can be supportive of the open source movement. Give the employee confidence that participation in the movement is encouraged (some companies, especially Google , allow for 80 percent of company time for work and 20 percent for side projects that speak to their interests and passions), but be clear that you dont encourage it during work hours if the developer needs to focus on her work. The software development space is forever changing. As software development evolves, so too does the industry. But there are some underlying topics that continue to be top of mind in the industry that affect newbie developers and seasoned professionals alike, and if employers are mindful of these themes, it will make the job application process easier for not just the applicant but the hiring manager and employer as well.Tamar wangert is the Director of Marketing forCareerDean, a QA career community focused (for now) on software engineers. On CareerDean, anyone can share their job experiences with aspiring job seekers and those struggling in their current jobs. Its open to everyone and completely free.

Using Favorite Quotes as an Easy-to-Plan Ice Breaker

Using Favorite Quotes as an Easy-to-Plan Ice BreakerUsing Favorite Quotes as an Easy-to-Plan Ice BreakerThe easy-to-plan, meaningful quotes ice breaker has endless variations. It serves you and your audience well to break the ice with fellow participants and open up discussion on the topic of your training activity, meeting or team building session. To lead the meaningful quotes ice breaker, the facilitator must bring a quote to the meeting. The ice breaker is most effective if the quote relates to the topic of the meeting. A related quote will set the stage for later discussion. It will also get participants thinking about the topic of the session while you help them become comfortable talking with their fellow participants. The meaningful quotes ice breaker works well with groups who know each other and with groups of strangers. This is because no right or wrong answers exist - just the participants interpretations and opinions about the quote. This allows participants the complet e freedom to express their point of view and bedrngnis to experience concern that the other participants will find their ideas offensive or offputting. Sample quotes are provided after these steps to follow to use the meaningful quotes ice breaker. Meaningful Quotes Ice Breaker Steps Divide your participants into smaller groups of four or five people who are sitting near each other, or if participants are sitting four-five to a table as in many training venues, ask them to work with their tablemates. (In many settings, participants have just sat down, introduced themselves to the others at their table, and they dont take kindly to moving.)Tell the newly formed groups that their job is to think, as an individual, for a few minutes about the quote you give them and jot down musiknotes related to these questions. What does the quote mean to them? How does the quote relate to the topic of the team building session, training class, or meeting? Then, ask the participants to share thei r answers with the members of their group. The facilitator should ask questions such as How similar or different were your answers? Did anything meaningful occur for you during the discussion?After the participants complete their initial spontaneous discussion, ask the participants to share any thoughts or insights that highlighted their small group discussion with the larger group. Ask for a volunteer to start and lead a discussion for several minutes. Use the discussion as a segue into the opening of your session topic. This meaningful quotes icebreaker takes 10 to 15 minutes with the initial unstructured discussion that the ice breaker generates. Total time will depend on the number of additional questions that you ask the group to discuss as part of the debrief of the ice breaker. Applications of the Meaningful Quotes Ice Breaker Here are sample quotes and the training classes, team building sessions, and meetings in which you can use them effectively to break the ice. Plea se note that many of these quotes fit multiple categories. Use your favorite quotes and your imagination to make this ice breaker work for you and your groups. Here are more sample quotes that you can use in this type of ice breaker. Change or Change Management Session Everybody has accepted by now that change is unavoidable. But that still implies that change is like death and taxes it should be postponed as long as possible and no change would be vastly preferable. But in a period of upheaval, such as the one we are living in, change is the norm. -Peter F. DruckerBe the change that you wish to see in the world.-Mahatma Gandhi Commitment Individual commitment to a group effort - that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work. -Vince LombardiYou have to know one big thing and stick with it. The leaders who had one very big idea and one very big commitment. This permitted them to create something. Those are the ones who leave a legacy. -Irving Kr istol Empowerment and Delegation Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity. -General George Smith Patton, Jr.The best executive is the one who has sense enough to pick good men to do what he wants done, and self-restraint enough to keep from meddling with them while they do it. -Theodore RooseveltThe great leaders are like the best conductors - they reach beyond the notes to reach the magic in the players. -Blaine dem wind abgewandte seite Excellence The companies that survive longest are the ones that work out what they uniquely can give to the world not just growth or money but their excellence, their respect for others, or their ability to make people happy. Some call those things a soul. -Charles HandyExcellence is not a skill. It is an attitude. -Ralph Marstons Goal Setting, Performance Development Planning, Clear Expectations A river has to have banks to be more than a pond. -Ken BlanchardObjectives are not fate th ey are direction. They are not commands they are commitments. They do not determine the future they are means to mobilize the resources and energies of the business for the making of the future. -Peter Drucker Motivation Management is nothing more than motivating other people. -Lee IacoccaThe only way to get people to like working hard is to motivate them. Today, people must understand why theyre working hard. Every individual in an organization is motivated by something different. -Rick Pitino Nonverbal Communication What you do speaks so loud that I cannot hear what you say. -Ralph Waldo EmersonThe limits of my language means the limits of my world. -Ludwig Wittgenstein gruppe Work and Team Building You will find men who want to be carried on the shoulders of others, who think that the world owes them a living. They dont seem to see that we must all lift together and pull together. -Henry FordNever doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Inde ed. It is the only thing that ever has. -Margaret Mead

A Look Inside The Creative Groups Recruitment Process

A Look Inside The Creative Groups Recruitment ProcessA Look Inside The Creative Groups Recruitment ProcessHave you shied away from enlisting a recruiter to help you find employment because youre elend familiar with the recruitment process? Did you know its perfectly acceptable to seek employment on your own and work with a recruiter at the same time?Working with a professional recruiter is a smart and effective strategy for most any job seeker. The recruitment process is not only easy, but its a much more personable approach than other job search methods. It allows you to engage with someone who will be working for your benefit.Teaming up with a recruiter requires no financial obligation, up-front work or commitment from you. And, along with offering free coaching and career advice, a recruiter can open the door to jobs you may not discover on your own. Heres a snapshot of The Creative Groups recruitment process.1. Why you should consider a recruiterWorking with a recruiter, especial ly one who specializes in your industry, has many perks. TCG recruiters frequently have backgrounds in the creative industry, so they truly understand your skill set. For you, that translates to job opportunities that are most relevant to your expertise and interests.Recruiters often have deep insights into the companies they work with. Knowing how a company operates, what the corporate culture is like and how the teams are structured gives them the unique ability to match candidates who will be comfortable there. Even when youre conducting your own job search, recruiters can give you a sense of the market youre targeting so you can tailor your search accordingly.Some firms work exclusively with recruiters. Having a close-knit relationship with companies allows the recruiter to know about positions that arent listed on the open market. Plus, companies that publicly post open positions often work with recruiters if theyre not attracting the right candidates.2. How the TCG recruitment process worksThere are several ways to make initial contact with a TCG recruiterSubmit a resume through our website.Respond to a TCG job posting.Connect via LinkedIn.Ask for a personal referral from someone you know whos already working with TCG.Once you make contact, TCGs recruiters will review your resume. Youll be called if youre a good fit for the job youre seeking, meet the requirements for any other open jobs or have a skill set thats commonly requested by TCGs clients.The next step in the recruitment process is a phone or video interview with a recruiter. During this conversation, youll talk about your work interests, list of companies youd like to work with, titles and roles youre open to, and salary expectations.Its crucial to be completely honest when answering all of unterstellung questions. If youre not sure what salary or hourly rate you should seek, the recruiter can give you some guidance based on your salary history and career progression. The Creative Group Salary Guide and Salary Calculator can also help you figure out what salary you should expect, based on your skills, experience and location.3. The interview processThe next step in the recruitment process is an interview with a client company. Your recruiter will prep you for the process by conducting research on the company - and suggesting you do the same - ?and filling you in on how many interviews to expect and how often. Your recruiter will also handle all negotiations and keep you updated on progress. Plus, he or she will have inside salary information on the companies youre negotiating with and can help determine a rate thats fair for both parties.The TCG recruiters goal is to get candidates into the right roles as quickly as possible. Even when you dont land a job right away, good recruiters keep track of strong candidates and may identify another great opportunity down the line.4. Starting an assignmentOnce you land an assignment, youll continue to be in touch with your recruite r to ensure things at your new job are going smoothly. Communication is the key to a great relationship with your recruiter. Ask him or her how often you should check in, and whether phone or schmelzglas correspondence is preferred.When working with TCG or any other staffing agency, consider these additional best practicesIf you find a job posting on another site, send a link to your recruiter and ask if he or she has a relationship with the company.When youre on assignment, communicate through the recruiter rather than directly with your supervisor if you need to discuss the parameters of the job placement.Keep your recruiter up-to-date if you develop a new skill after taking a course or working on a new type of project.Show up on time and do your best work, even if youd prefer to move on to a different assignment.5. How TCG prepares you for successThe Creative Groups recruiters invest a lot of time in preparing candidates for success, including resume and portfolio advice througho ut the recruitment process. As a TCG candidate, youll also be eligible for free online training courses to help you acquire new skills or improve existing ones. Tags