The ultimate checklist for your last day at a company

The ultimate checklist for your last day at a companyThe ultimate checklist for your last day at a companyTheres something nostalgic - yet bittersweet - about leaving a job that has fundamentally changed your career for the better.We often tie our identities to our careers, so when your last day at a company comes around, its possible to feel like youre losing part of who youve become.But leaving on a high notereallycomes down to staying organized in the weeks leading up to your end date.So in the spirit of my last day here as a Ladders News reporter, I wanted toshare a checklist with you that might be useful for your final day at a company.Start by making sure youre well restedThis can make all the difference, especially when you have a lot on your plate.Instead of overcompensating for exhaustion bygetting just enough sleep the night before your final day, aim toget a solid eight hours for several nights in a row.Youll enjoy feeling more alert than usual.Wear something you adoreTh is will give you the extra confidence you need to get through your last day. Itll also feel like more of an occasion.Wearing something you love can also impact how youre feeling and how well you perform at work, so why not set yourself up for success?Give yourself more than enough time to get to the officeTheres nothing worse than rushing to work before the day even begins.So give yourself the gift of time - and lots of it. Youll feel a whole lot better on your commute if delays pop up, but youre already running early. Having an external charger, water, and a snack in your bag can also be a big help.Begin clearing out your desk in advanceYour last day at a company should be all about sailing through your remaining workload and leaving on great terms with your team - not shoving books, folders, and papers into an extra bag at high speed.If you start clearing your desk the week before your last day, youll give yourself more time to tote fewer things home over a multi-day period. Thi s way, youll also be less mentally and physically weighed down on your commute, and can carry a lighter, smaller bag to work on your last day.If possible, set a goal of totally clearing out your workspace by the day before your exit.Save your workWhatever you do, save your work.After all, the internet might not actually be forever Work hosted online can evaporate into thin air, leaving you without anything to show for the time you put in at work.If you have to bring in your hard drive to save a bunch of files, do it. If youd rather save digital copies on the Google Drive linked to your personal Gmail account, do it. Youll quickly find out that PDFs are your best friend.Trust me, its worth the effort - even if you have to start well before your last few days.Make sure youve already spoken to HR about tying up loose endsMaybe you have questions about your existing 401(K) plan, or how long you have until your company insurance plan cuts off.Its super important to have HR fill you in on specifics like these before youre out the door for the last time.Also, hold onto any important documents you might need in the future.Pay attention to the feedback you get in your exit interviewWhether its good or bad, you can use it as a springboard for the next chapter in your career.As you continue to develop your strengths, really hone in on your weaknesses and see how much you grow professionally over time.Your manager might even be willing to give you a recommendation down the line, so dont burn any bridges with them at the end of your time working together.Let your colleagues know how they can reach youWhether you make your general announcement to the company via email, on Slack, or using another method, saying goodbye to your coworkers makes it clear that you appreciate the time you spent working with them.Its also a reminder that even after youre gone, youll still be someone who they can reach out to. So be sure to save the contact information of coworkers youve become close with.Celebrating with your team over an in-office treator going out for drinks with them can also help create positive, lasting memories.Hand in your work ID card and other materialsDepending on where you work, you might have to hand in your ID badge, and/or laptop if you use one. Be sure to follow any instructions you receive from your manager, or from your HR department.Wishing you the best of luck in the next stage in your career

Learn how to love those on-the-job haters in the office

Learn how to love those on-the-job haters in the officeLearn how to love those on-the-job haters in the officeSelf-Assessment Quiz True or FalseI am a genuine person at work.I give praise wherbeie praise is due, and I dont try to steal others thunder.I listen more than I talk.I am engaging and open with my co-workers.Last week I talked about how important it is for you to love what you do. Well, that got me to thinkin about on-the-job haters because haters could be a for-sure deterrent that keeps you from loving where you work.Ive had some amazing jobs that could have been ruined by a hater or two had I let them. And no matter how much I may have answered TRUE to the questions above, there were still people who didnt like me (Gasp IKR? Unthinkable) But, one thing I know for sureAnd its only a matter of time, if youve avoided them thus far in your career, before you run into one. So its better I send you out into the world prepped to handle them with aplomb. (Yes, as always, you can thank me later).Youre going to have haters at work either because youre new, youre old, or you do too good a job. These are silly reasons, but NOT to the hater. Also, these are reasons that are really out of your control, right? I mean the crux of the matter is that haters hating on you is rarely about you, and often about them and their insecurities. You cant help being the new person. You cant help having been kept on for the long haul because youre fabulous. And you certainly wont stop doing great, praise-worthy work. What you can do is be aware of the flavor of hater-ade your hater is sipping on.Do your homework. Does the hater give everyone a huff and a side eye, or is the venom laser focused on just you? If its everyone, then the hater could be suffering from one of two maladies they arent quite comfortable in their own skin, doing what they do, so like a drowning man they want to pull you under with them by criticizing everything you do. Or, they are just unhappy in their wor k environment. (Read last weeks post on not loving what you do If you stay around too long in a job you hate, YOU could become this type of hater. So GET OUT)If shes only throwing shade your way, you have to up your wattage in her direction.Take some extra time to talk to her, like while getting coffee in the break room together or before that conference call starts. Yes, I said TALK TO THE HATER Genuinely. Get to know who she is. What her likes are. What she does outside the office. How she spends her free time. How she got started. So that she, in turn, can get to know you, too. She may see that youre not the haughty know-it-all that shes pegged you to be, but rather a kind, strong, and smart person. And you might learn that she was passed over for your job THREE times. So its not you per se shes hating on, just the fact that you got the job shes been hankering for.Inclusion also works well for dealing with certain haters. If youre used to batting things out of the park solo, mayb e take a few side steps to allow him in by seeking him out specifically for his opinion or direction. Free up your thinking. Haters have good ideas, too, but you have to be open and receptive to hearing them. Up your team-player skills just a notch. That may be enough for this hater to really start lovin some you. (Or at least, hating you a bit less.)The jealous-monger haters are the worst kind of haters. They want to be YOU. But they dont have the skill set, tenacity, charisma, or capacity TO BE you. And even worse, they dont have the desire to put in the work thats needed to be you. So, they try to take shortcut claims to your fame, like taking your ideas and announcing them as their own or attaching their name (and sometimes photo) to work that youve done. They get the acclaim without having put in the sweat equity that you and your team put in.Like body snatchers, these smile-in-your-face haters may fool some of the people some of the time with their clone-like behavior, but not for long. When things youve handled smoothly suddenly start falling through the cracks, when deadlines are constantly missed, when your hater goes MIA for undefined periods of time, people will notice. And the beauty of dealing with haters like this? You often wont have to say a word. Others will out them for you So, if your haters are just hating because they arent, well you, do NOT ever hide your shine so they can feel better about themselves. You just keep being you.Always be kind. Always be helpful. And always keep loving what you do. No hater can take that away from you unless you allow them to.Cheryl Grace is the sassy aunt, best friend, and mentor youve always needed in your life. The successful jet-setting, global corporate executive founded the aspirational lifestyle brand Powerful Penny LLC. Her products, workshops and speeches probe, inspire and empower to ensure those who really want to can get to their next level of best. Her blogs on careers, prosperity, relationship s, family, looking and living fabulously, and living a five-star life can be found atwww.powerfulpenny.com.

Manipulating a Sales Resume

Manipulating a Sales ResumeManipulating a Sales ResumeResume-formatting methods to help highlight yur strengthsJack Smith welches a very successful regional account manager in the pharmaceutical industry. In developing a new resume, we needed a strategy for the content and for the formatting. Combined, the resume can now draw hiring managers eyes from the most important to the most basic information. Manipulating a resume to read how you want it to is critical.To sell the most important points in Jacks resume, we leveraged a variety of formatting tools Between the time we received the original and when we delivered the final version of the resume, everything was formatted specifically to highlight some elements of Jacks career and understate others.Job One, though, was getting the content right.I dont always want to call out job movement, but the last two positions Jack had had were eliminated by acquisition or closure. I included this directly under the company names. He lost those jobs because of structural changes in the organizations, certainly not because of performance. This information answers potential questions before they are asked.After the text was written, we began using our formatting strategy by visually separating out the basic information contact details, core competencies and education. This clearly established different sections on the resume.With the basic information minimized but easy to find, we started prioritizing the rest of the content. Everything was designed to draw the readers attention to the most relevant information.Jack wanted to stay in the pharmaceutical field and was looking for a position that was similar to his last. So job titles were bolded and put in italics. A quick look at his job history makes it clear that he has had similar positions throughout his career and can therefore hit the ground running.His employers also had well-recognized names. Because he intended to stay in the same field, the names were highlighted w ith double bars. If Jack intended to look for work outside this industry, I would not have highlighted the company names so clearly. And while we wanted to emphasis the previous employers names, we could minimize the company descriptions with an 8-point font size.In reservierung of importance, we were atHeadline (12-point font, bolded and upper case)Previous Employers (12-point font and upper case)Job Titles (10-point font, bolded and italicized)In sales, the next big hitter is quantifiable results.In Jacks field, formal recognition is important. So the word recognition was bolded and left-justified as a way to draw in the readers attention. Jack had consistently outperformed his colleagues for more than 10 years, and I wanted to make sure that was clearly understood.Many resumes for sales professionals just show the measurable results via different types of performance metrics, such as percentages over quota, Presidents Club, Account Manager of the Year, and so on. The text for eac h job was fully justified with no more than four lines. But that would not tell the reader how Jack actually achieved those results.We used bullets to highlight specific accomplishments and didnt mix them with the job duties. Accomplishments lose impact if presented in a hail of bullets indeed a resume should typically include fewer than six bullets.SummaryAfter you have clarified what you want to say in your resume, consider what you want to do with formatting. Judicious use of bolding, italics, shading, borders, margins, font sizes and bullets can highlight what is most important and de-emphasize the rest. However, dont get carried away, because then the resume will look cluttered rather than streamlined.For example, the original resumes font was a 10-point Garamond, which is hard to read. Some lines were gray instead of black (for no particular reason). The content under each job was dense and in paragraph form. The left margin was very wide, and the right margin looked ragged. I t was not easy for the eye to scan, so streamlined it all in the final resume.Though there are no definitive rules about whats acceptable, here are quick tips so that you avoid the same situationMargins I prefer to justify the text fully for a nice, clean look. The information on education at the bottom of the resume can be left- and right-justified as a space-saving technique, as shown in Jacks after resume.Fonts It is a question of style preference. For Jacks resume, I used Arial 10-point font because it is widely accepted and easy to read. Other possibilities includeTahomaVerdanaGaramondTimes New Roman. (Use 11-point font if you like Times New Roman.)Remember, some of us wear bifocals, so please make it easy.When you think you are done with the resume, step back and give it another review to just look at formatting. And if you ask someone else to review it as well, ask for feedback on both content and presentation.

4 Mistakes Youre Allowed to Make in Your Career - The Muse

4 Mistakes Youre Allowed to Make in Your Career - The Muse4 Mistakes Youre Allowed to Make in Your CareerYou know the term rookie mistake and you know that when youre new at something, youll stumble and fall a few times as you learn. But, the permission to make mistakes in the name of learning fades away as you gain mora experience. You move into the category where youre supposed to know better. And while yes, getting it right is always a good goal there are four mistakes youre allowed to make no matter how much experience you have. 1. Caring Too MuchYou know its important to make time for your life outside the office. And ideally, as you grow in your career, youll get better at achieving work-life balance (or integration).But, you might hit a moment in your career when you cant leave at 5 PM or really leave work at work at all. Your time- and thoughts- are consumed by your job.Maybe its helping you cope with a tough time. Or maybe putting in those extra hours is whats needed to brin g your company- or your career trajectory- to the next level. For whatever reason, youve consciously chosen to make work the 1 priority in your life.Back-burnering the rest of your life isnt ideal and without a doubt, it isnt sustainable, either. But its not always the wrong thing to do. If theres a clear finish line- and a clear payoff- then pouring yourself into your work may be a mistake worth making (even if you know better).2. Trying Something Bold (and Failing)With experience comes a sense of your strengths and weaknesses. You have a pretty good idea of how you work best and how to manage whats on your plate so you can be successful.But if you keep following the same, proven formula, you could end up trapped in your comfort zone. Growth is uncomfortable, and challenging yourself means you may make a mistake- and even fail but youll also never know just what you achieve unless you push yourself. So, the next time youre about to do something the way youve always done it consider how you might approach it differently. You dont have to change every routine and build in inefficiencies for the sake of saying you tried something new, but do encourage yourself to take a risk.3. Blowing Off Your Five-Year PlanFive-year plans can be really clarifying. In fact, picturing where youd like to be in five years can help you if youre not exactly sure what to do next in your career.And while it may seem like a mistake to change course (or, careers) mid-stream, sometimes, its the very best thing for you. Maybe it took you some time to realize you didnt just need a new job, but youd actually like to change industries. Or, maybe youve been putting off launching a side gig, or even going on sabbatical. It could be that taking steps toward your new goal means youll miss the mark on your earlier ones.Thats OK. It may take you longer to achieve your new definition of success, but you know youll be happier when you get there. 4. Putting Your Faith in OthersEspecially if youve bee n burned by a teammate who didnt pull their weight, it can seem like a mistake to hand over the reins ever again. Maybe youre gun-shy about delegating after things werent done to specifications. Or maybe you leistungspunkt your ascent to going it alone, or you just thrive on working independently.In any of these scenarios, depending on others can feels more like a horrible idea than a leap of faith. After all, you cant control what might happen with a project you dont wholly own.But, as a reminder, thats actually a good thing. People think and work differently, but thats a benefit (hence the term strength in numbers). The fact that a project wont completely stall because you need a sick day is a good thing. Being able to step away from your computer (ever) is a good thing. Learning from others and following someone elses good ideas- and even, on occasion, following a less-efficient idea and see that the department doesnt crumble to the ground- these are all good things.As humans, we re bound to make mistakes. And while trying to avoid them is a good goal, a better one is to stop viewing all mistakes as a complete failure, and vow to learn from them instead.

Standard Commercial Lease Terms

Standard Commercial Lease TermsStandard Commercial Lease TermsBefore you sign a commercial lease spend time reading every word. Ask for clarification from a lawyer or knowledgeable disinterested party if you do leid understand a term in the lease. Relying on the landlord or a listing agent to explain their lease is not a great idea because they could mislead you intentionally, or may not understand the lease themselves. Complete a Walk-Through Before you sign a lease, do a walk-through of the property. Make note of anything wrong that you need the landlord to repair or upgrade. If there is any existing damage to the property, photograph it so you will not be accused of or charge for the damage when you vacate the space. Repairs Have the landlord do repairs before you sign a lease. If work (i.e., upgrades) is to be done after you take occupancy, this should be detailed in the lease, including work completion times. You do not want a landlord to make promises and then have your business shut down for weeks at a time because of ongoing work. Conditions and Stipulations Checklist When you have negotiated thoroughly and are truly ready to sign a lease, I repeat my previous advice read every single word. Be sure the lease contains at least all of the following information (it may help you to check items off this list as you read the lease) Landlord Name and contact information, or the name of the company representing the landlord. Who you make the agreement with affects your legal remedies if there are any problems.Name of the person or company leasing the space (you). If the lease is in your name, you will be personally responsible for the terms of the lease.Lease start date and duration. notenzeichen Do not sign a five-year lease if at all possibleDeposit amount required and if it is refundable. Will you have to pay cleaning or painting fees when you vacate? If so, how much? Monthly rent, including how much you will pay, how it is calculated, and what i t does and does not cover.Additional fees you might have to pay (percentage of profits, parking lot maintenance - anything you might have to pay on top of the monthly rent).When rent is due and how it can be paid (i.e., mailing address or in person).Late fees (how much and when they are imposed). What if the payment due date falls on a Sunday?Insurance required at lease signing and for the duration of the lease.Is there anyone that will have the right to access your property without your permission? If so, who and under what circumstances? Unless your lease specifically states that you can sublease or share the space with another business, you cannot. If you need to sublease it must be stated in your lease that you have this right.Renewal terms. How much (usually a percent increase) will your rent increase if you renew and will you have to sign another lease for a certain period of time? Most landlords offer a renewal period for the same terms as theoriginal lease (i.e., if you sign a two-year lease, your renewal option would be for another two years). Spell out any work you plan to do to upgrade or repair the space in the lease - some landlords will give you credit for the work you do, but it must be approved work. Others will not allow you to do any work unless you use the landlords contractors.Landlord promises. If it is not written into your lease you may have problems. Proving lease terms were agreed to in an oral contract can be almost impossible.Any other terms that you have demanded are part of the lease agreement. Understand Your Lease If any of the above items are missing from the lease, ask that they are written into the lease before you sign And, it cannot be emphasized strongly enough if you do not understand every term in a lease agreement, do not sign it until you do.

Best Resume Templates: the Ultimate Convenience!

Best Resume Templates the Ultimate Convenience The Downside Risk of Best Resume Templates Therefore, its strongly advisable to select a template for your resume which is easy, short and to-the-point. When you choose a template youll be shown a dialog box that shows you a bigger view of the template. It is possible to use any template you download as-is, or you are able to customize it to fulfill your wants. The template is totally free to download. As with a number of other templates, you can incorporate an objective or remove that section if you want. Resume templates are one method to guarantee structure behind your resume. Our creative templates let you stick out from the crowd. The Awful Side of Best Resume Templates Resumes supply the all important first impressions to an employer an applicant cannotlage give during the first phase of the application procedure. They do not have to be boring. They do not have to take so much of your time but still should not be neglect ed. 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10 top career lessons courtesy of YouTube

10 top career lessons curtesy of YouTube 10 top career lessons courtesy of YouTubePosted November 26, 2013, by Marni Williams Whether its Tim Minchins wisdom beyond his years, Matt Damons interview explosion in Good Will Hunting, those passiveaggressive I quit performances or the worst kinds of self-promoting video resumes, YouTube yet again shows us all we need to know about careers usually in under 3 minutes a piece. 1. Honestly, is that job right for you? 2. Being cocky wont always get you the job at least, it didnt for this guy 3. Bide your time if you work hard it will happen 4. You dont have to have a big ol dream 5. Dont worry, interviews really are designed to make you feel stupid 6. And yes, quitting can feel good 7. Ok, quitting can feel dammmnnnn good 8. You cant always like your boss 9. Or the people you work with 10. And if youve just spent a large part of your day watching these videos, then its probably time you faced the truth Dont spend a minute more on YouTube start working on your new career. ResourcesMy first resumeCover letter for my first jobCareer Insider StoriesShelley Lask - Body Positive Health & FitnessInterested in becoming a?Human Resources OfficerGeneral ManagerBusiness ManagerAccountantOffice AdministratorPopular Career Searchescareer change advicecareer objective for hotel management freshercareer objective psychologistexamples of career objectives for psychologiststop universities of australia CoursesBachelor of Social WorkEnquire Online Enquire OnlineCertificate III in Health AdministrationEnquire Online Enquire OnlineBachelor of Criminal JusticeEnquire Online Enquire OnlineCertificate III in Allied Health AssistanceEnquire Online Enquire OnlineMarni WilliamsRelated ArticlesBrowse moreThe unsung heroes of new years eveTheres more to NYE than champagne and fireworks. As the clock strikes midnight, tomorrow night, spare a thought for the thousands of people working tirelessly behind the scenes to bring you one of th e most spectacular events of the year.Career progressionNew skillsMeet Lucy. She wants a promotion.This is Lucy. She wants to ask her boss for a promotion. Read more to find out what happens next.Find A Career Thats Totally YouTake our Career Personality Test and discover your personality style, work-related strengths, ideal job environment, learning style, career options and the training that can get you into your ideal job