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Dreams Can Come True: How To Make Money Doing Something You Love

Posted on December 6, 2016 by John N. Frank

The holidays are almost upon us, and there’s a sense of excitement and anticipation in the air. At this time of year, when you’re feeling upbeat, it’s a good opportunity to harness that positivity, and start planning ahead.

If you’re unemployed or you’re tired of your job, why not try and make your dreams come true? Here are some tips you may find useful if you’re hoping to secure your dream job in 2017.

Get yourself noticed

We live in a very competitive world, where it can be virtually impossible to stand out from the crowd. Often, when it comes to doing something you love, the opportunities are few and far between.

This is why it’s so important to take steps to get yourself noticed. Do you love to sing for example? If so, it’s important to make it possible for people to hear your voice. Are you hoping to turn a passion for painting into a full-time job? If so, let people see your work. Do you develop websites or apps for fun? If so, why not approach some companies and ask about opportunities or consider going freelance? The Internet is an incredible platform to get yourself noticed, but there are other ways. Organize gigs, host an open evening or apply for internships. You’ll find some other helpful tips at http://www.inc.com/laura-garnett/5-steps-that-will-uncover-your-dream-job.html. Continue reading →

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Why A Start In Manufacturing Can Lead To Many More Opportunites Than You Think

Posted on December 6, 2016 by John N. Frank

Manufacturing, in the past, hasn’t always had the best rep. For a lot of people, it can still be seen as little more than manual labor for pay. But the truth is that it can be a lot more and offer a lot more. Here, we’re going to look at why people of all kinds should consider manufacturing as a step in the right direction.

Lots of opportunity

You might be of the opinion that manufacturing jobs are on the decline. While automation and outsourcing are definitely decreasing places, that doesn’t mean that there’s a shortage of work to be done. Nowadays, the job opportunities are a lot more easily found if you have the right skills for the role beforehand. For instance, plastic injection molding plays a big part in a lot of products, nowadays. Getting those kinds of skills can still make you an asset on the factory floor and a much more qualified one, too. Continue reading →

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How To Job Hunt And Enjoy The Holidays

Posted on December 2, 2016 by John N. Frank

As our name suggest, Always Be Job Hunting means you should never take a break from looking.

But with Thanksgiving and Christmas upon us, we don’t want to be a Grinch and take up all your holiday time.

Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to ensure the job hunt goes on while you put your feet up for some festive TV. Let’s take a look.

Set up your automatic job emails

Most job search websites let you set up auto emails. That way, you’ll get daily or weekly emails with potential roles sent straight to your inbox.

But there are a few more things you can do.

If you’re not getting many results for your home city, add ‘remote’ and ‘mobile’ to your search. That’ll pick up all the remote working opportunities out there. Companies are starting to realise they can get more talent if they extend their workspace beyond the office. Video calls, Google hangouts and business apps such as Basecamp let you collaborate without having to be physically in the office.

Send your recruitment agency a Christmas card

Sometimes, getting hold of your recruiter is a game of voicemail table tennis. They’re always on another call, in a meeting or ‘just popped out for lunch’.

Sending them a Christmas card is a good way to get their attention, and plant a positive reminder that you’re still looking for work. Continue reading →

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End Your Job Search Now By Getting Your Application Game Under Control

Posted on December 1, 2016 by John N. Frank

It can be hard to stay positive during a job search struggle. Job hunting comes with the possibility of the perfect job, but also the fear that you won’t find it. Present yourself in the best light possible and cut your job hunt short. You already know you’re the perfect person for the job. You just have to prove that to potential employers. Get your application game under control and watch the job offers come rolling in. Here are the things you should be considering.

PERFECT YOUR RESUME

Any potential employee is going to see your resume before they see you. No employer wants to hire someone who cannot get their resume right. If you’re just starting out on your job hunting journey, it can be hard to think of relevant information. If you’re experiencing this problem, think back to achievements that will paint you in the right light.

These can include school achievements, awards, or activities you have taken part in. A blank page won’t do you any favors. Make sure you fill that space. It’s essential that you spell check your resume thoroughly.

Grammar mistakes will stop you being considered straight away. If you’ve got your resume as good as possible and still aren’t receiving any interview offers, it’s worth getting your resume written by professionals. That way, you can rest easy that you’ve got a resume to impress.

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Be interview ready: The things an interviewer looks for

Posted on December 1, 2016 by John N. Frank

Everyone has an irrational fear. Be it a fear of spiders, a fear of flying, or even a fear of the word “moist”; everyone has a phobia which can not be logically explained. There are some fears however, that can be seen a being wholly rational. One such fear is a fear of: the job interview.

Due to the pressure of needing a job to provide yourself with a better life, and then walking into an interview and being asked “If you were a box of cereal, what would you be and why?”; job interviews have become the most stressful professional conversations imaginable.

To help you prepare for an interview and overcome this rational fear, I have compiled a list of things that an interviewer looks for in an interviewee. Continue reading →

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How do You Know You’ve Chosen the Right Employers?

Posted on December 1, 2016 by John N. Frank

Knowing whether you’ve chose the right employer can be difficult. That’s why you need to consider a lot of different things when it comes to choosing the right company. Consider these points, and use them to help you make the right career choice.

The Interview Went Well

You know when you come out of an interview, and you get that feeling like things went really well? This is usually the indicator that a company is the right employer for you. You can tell a lot about a business from the interview process, and you will get a good idea about whether they are a company you want to work with. The interview can play more of a role than you might think so pay attention to how it goes.

They Look After Their Staff

We all value the ethics and morals that businesses have. And, the most attractive employers are going to be those who look after their staff. Do your research and consider how these companies treat their employees. Do they make their staff the number one focus of the company, like Virgin?

Do they use law firms like Ankin Law Office to make sure they give their workers compensation benefits? Are there any recent cases they’ve handled well in terms of employees having to take time off? These are all important questions that you need to make sure you follow as closely as you can.

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Can You Become a Self-Employed Insurance Salesperson?

Posted on November 29, 2016 by John N. Frank

A lot of people are interested in looking for work in insurance. But they may have a lot of problems with the industry itself. The work looks interesting, for sure. But so many insurance companies out there are known for being a bit shady or immoral in their business practices.

So what can you do in such a situation? Well, perhaps you could start your own small insurance company. Become a self-employed insurance salesperson! Here’s what you need to keep in mind. Continue reading →

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Positivity: Your Best Friend During Those Brutal Jobseeking Moments

Posted on November 29, 2016 by John N. Frank

We can hear you grumbling already. Yes, we know that job-seeking isn’t a fun time. It can be stressful, challenging and disheartening. But you are going to make it through it. You’re likely to make it through it a lot quicker and with a lot less emotional scarring if you try to change your attitude, too.

Being positive is crucial to staying sane during those long periods of unemployment. It keeps you motivated, keeps you on point and makes you a lot easier to be around.

Have a daily routine

Routines are good for more than just keeping us fit to work. They’re an important part of structuring our day. Making sure we take the time out to take care of ourselves, to get dressed and have a healthy breakfast at the start of our day. When you’re unemployed, it’s easy to let your schedule drift away. To stay up late and barely pull yourself together in the mornings. That has a serious effect on your mood, however. Continue reading →

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Has Your Business Been Ripped Off or Scammed? Here’s What To Do Next

Posted on November 29, 2016 by John N. Frank

There’s nothing worse than knowing you’ve been ripped off, and that your hard-earned money has lined the pockets of a scammer or of someone who hasn’t done their job properly.

And when you’re an entrepreneur the results can be even more disastrous as it could put your whole company in jeopardy. Here’s what you should do if you’ve been scammed, ripped off or let down due to negligence.

Ripped Off By a Professional

Have you hired the help of a professional to make a situation better, and they’ve made it worse? This could be a broker, financial advisor, accountant or other professional that you’ve got in to help with the running of your business. If you have lost out due to bad advice or negligence from them, you could be entitled to compensation. Continue reading →

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What Direction Should I Take My Nursing Career?

Posted on November 25, 2016 by John N. Frank

Are you planning a career in nursing? Maybe you’re fresh out of college and deciding on a course for higher education, or you’re on a different path with your job and want to switch.

It’s an incredibly rewarding and valuable career; you can genuinely help people and make a difference. Here are just a few of the directions you could take your nursing career in.

Hospital

There are many nursing roles within a hospital setting. You could be a ward nurse, who provide a link between patients’ admission to hospital and their discharge or transfer elsewhere. You could be a surgical nurse working under a doctor in any field of surgery, or a midwife on the neonatal unit. You could go down the mental health route and work with patients with a range of mental health difficulties. Once qualified, many nurses work within a hospital setting. So decide on the type of nursing and role that most interests you, and work out the career path to get to it. You will start with a degree in nursing and then go onto further courses and experience to specialize in your chosen area. Continue reading →