Ask The Readers How Should JobMob Evolve

Ask The Readers How Should JobMob Evolve 37 After a new logo, now it's time to discuss a new blog design. After Round 1 Voting for a new JobMob logo and then the followup Round 2 Voting, the final logo is being tweaked by my designers from Emske.com. With a new logo and brand on the way, a fresh new look for JobMob is next on the todo list. More than a new look, a redesign is a great opportunity to re-imagine what JobMob can be and how the site can help more job seekers than ever. For almost 8 years, you've been looking at this: eval Could use a new coat of paint, no? With that in mind, here are some things to think about:eval What do you like most and/or least about JobMob? What have you always felt was missing from JobMob? How would you like to see JobMob evolve, to make it that much more better for you? Submit your insightful responses in the comments here below. Win a prize! The person with the best response by Monday November 10th, 2014, will win a special gift from yours truly, regardless of where you are in the world. Thanks in advance. Looking forward to hearing your feedback.

The Financial Independence Movement Right For You

The Financial Independence Movement Right For You What is Financial Independence? A new movement is sweeping the nation -and for once, it’s not about clothes or the latest YouTube celebrity. This is the Financial Independence movement â€" or FI â€" and it’s something every Singlish Woman and Career Girl should look at. According to the Mad Fientist, financial independence is ‘having enough income from your assets to cover your essential expenses so that you can survive without ever having to work again.’ Note that it doesn’t mean that you never work again â€" you might work, if you want enough income to do more than just survive, or if the work really interests you. The freedom comes from knowing that you don’t have to work -so you can take a job that you love, or start your own business adventure, and still know that the bills will be paid. Generate enough income from your assets so you never have to work again! Like the Mad Fientist, Mr Money Mustache, (AKA Peter Adeney) uses blogs and podcasts to advance the cause. He retired in his early thirties â€" some 10 years ago â€" after a short and not very enjoyable career as a software programmer. His job paid well, but not astronomically. Mostly he just wanted to get off the hamster wheel. Now he, his wife and their children have the time to explore and enjoy life. They live frugally (biking more than driving, for example) but not ridiculously so.  Mr. Money Mustache has even become something of a cult icon in the FI world. What is the basis of Financial Independence? Also known as  â€˜Financial Independence Retire Early’  , or FIRE, the movement started in the 1990s and grew as various financial crashes and recessions made money tighter. At its most basic, Financial Independence comes down to this: most people spend more than they really must. They spend in response to external expectations, not actual needs. For example, in the US, the national ‘norm’ is that everyone owns a house. Not just any house, mind you: a big house, with a big yard, big garage and at least 2 big new cars. But what does that really get you? From the FI perspective, it gets you big bills, big worries, and a financial burden that doesn’t make your life any better. Let go of society’s expectations and focus on maximizing your happiness as you define it. You will improve your life, and you can save enough to get the FI ball rolling. Step 1: Stop Paying without a Happiness Payoff Financial Independence devotees go one step further. They eliminate anything that doesn’t actively make them truly happy. They will even move closer to work so they don’t need a car. Walking, biking, and public transport have secondary benefits in fitness and socialization, increasing their personal happiness. If they do have a car, it’s used, not showy, and they drive it as rarely as possible. Similarly, you won’t find them carrying the latest iPhone; a no-name Android works just as well and costs far less. They live in smaller homes (even tiny ones) and may rent, rather than own, their homes. They give up the daily Starbucks, the maximum cable package, and Alexa. Instead they pay for what is essential and what makes them genuinely happy. The rest goes in the bank. While still working towards their financial independence goal, that can be as much as 50% of their salary, even if their salary is $50,000. Step 2: Make your Money Work The next step is making your money work for you. Savings accounts are fine, but money in a savings account is like a boyfriend on the couch: you might feel good with it there, but what is it really doing to improve your life? Investing doesn’t have to be fancy. A simple index fund can do it. Work with a financial advisor to find something you understand and that fits your needs.   A common guideline seems to be accumulating somewhere around 25X what you need to spend annually. That’s genuinely need to spend. The lower you can make this amount, the easier it is to reach. Take that money, put it into an investment that will pay you somewhere around 4% annually, and you are set for life. Step 3: Live your FI Life Stick with the FI program and in a surprisingly short time you will be ready to retire. A couple from Canada moved to the US and became financially independent at age 30. Another man saw burnout coming and determined to break free. He retired at 38. These people took their freedom seriously. They traveled, learned new skills, and spent time with children, aging parents, and friends. While some of them continue to work, the work is completely different. Instead of being on the hamster wheel, they do what they like. Any extra money they earn is chocolate sauce: it comes on top and makes everything better! Getting started Yes, all of this takes discipline, and a major attitude change. That’s not always easy, so FIRE advocates support each other with blogs, podcasts and even Meetups. There are a host of books available too â€" from   Smart Women Finish Rich to Playing With FIRE (co-authored by Mr. Money Mustache). I particularly like Vicki Robin’s Your Money or Your Life. The best news about Financial Independence is that you can start at any age and see a benefit. I’m starting now. I’m not a big spender, but the challenge of saving enough to stop working sooner while still having fun is exciting.  Who knows, I could be retired before long! The Financial Independence Payoff What do you get for it all? Freedom to spend your time and energy on whatever makes you genuinely happy. Can you think of a better career goal?

Monday Motivation Holiday Party Edition

Monday Motivation Holiday Party Edition Welcome to my weekly post called Monday Motivation! Every Monday morning, I will share with you some of my favorite links around the web. These may be about personal development, goals, career development, networking, fashion.who knows! I promise you that these tips will be a great start to your busy week and you will be able to use some of these tips at work or at home this week. Good morning!   How was your weekend?   I was able to get a great start on Christmas cards, planning a Holiday party that I am throwing with my mom and finding a great dress for my work Christmas party coming up next weekend.   I have been seeing some great posts around the web about the holidays and careers and I wanted to share them with you this morning.   Enjoy!   Here are a few things you can do between now and the end of December to take stock of your career situtation  by Forbes. The Cubicle Chick shares with us 5 tips to help you overcome the holiday blahs.   I agree that journaling or writing out your thoughts can be a much needed self-therapy!   She also shares an important reminder to relish in the time you spend with your family and friends this holiday season. Headed to a holiday office party soon?   Make sure to check out the holiday office party dress code  with 11 things you should never (ever) wear from Marie Claire. Lets face it.   Work holiday parties can sometimes be a drag.I love these tips from A Career Stylist   for surviving your company holiday party  which includes remembering to network and keep the alcohol to  a minimum. The only blind person at Christmastime is he who has not Christmas in his heart. ~Helen Keller Are you excited for your work holiday party?

How to Ace These Six Types of Interviews - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

How to Ace These Six Types of Interviews - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Locking in an interview can come with a whole host of emotions. There’s the exhilaration for getting to the next step. And there’s the equally as strong anxiety over getting past this step and onto the next. An interview, after all, is somewhat like a large test. If you ace it, you reap the benefits of your good grade and move on to the next level: a new job. If you don’t, well, you retake the test â€" but for another company. Succeeding in an interview is largely dependent upon the amount â€" and quality â€" of the preparation done before. Like a test, those who spend time researching and studying are much more likely to whip out the correct answers. Before heading into an interview, it’s incredibly important to understand just what you may be walking into. Studying for multiple choice when the test will be fill in the blank can make a huge difference. To prepare for whatever may come, take a look at these six types of interviews. The Phone Call Screening Interview The phone interview is generally a preliminary first screening of a candidate’s qualifications. It elaborates on the information found on a job application or resume, and a phone interview helps determine whether or not a full interview would be worthwhile. If you know about the phone interview ahead of time, find a quiet, comfortable place to talk. Gather all of the materials that would normally be needed in an in-person interview, such as a resume, references and a job portfolio. Having this information handy will give an advantage of seeing the same materials that the recruiter is seeing. The Standard/Traditional Interview The standard interview is the most common. Often, it involves a single interviewer and a single candidate. The best way to prepare for this type of interview is to go through and rehearse honest answers to a series of common interview questions. Solicit the help of a close friend or relative who is willing to be forthright about opportunities for improvement. The Job Fair Meet and Greet Interview The job fair interview is common for recent graduates looking for an entry-level position. The companies who participate in the fair will see multiple candidates on the same day, so it’s imperative to make a good impression and stand out amongst all of the other applicants. Dress professionally and be prepared. Learn about the companies who will be there ahead of time. Take plenty of resumes to give out, and work on a mini sales pitch to tell potential employers about your work. The job fair is a mini-interview in itself, but you may be asked to do a formal interview on the spot, or on the following day. The Group Interview The group interview can be tough because it generally means you’ll be interviewed alongside several other candidates. Just like at the job fair, focus on making a good first impression and standing out. You could also call this personal branding. There are several ways to do this, but one of the most effective is to speak up and ask questions about the company or specific parts of the job. The first shows that you’ve done your homework; the latter shows your interest in being the right fit for the qualifications necessary. For more tips on securing a job in a group interview, check out this great article by Ashley Cobert from The Muse. The Lunch Meeting Interview A lunch interview can pose a different sort of challenge: eating during your presentation. Every skill on social etiquette learned from your parents should be used in this situation. Avoid foods that are difficult to eat or are particularly messy. Spaghetti? Don’t even think about it. This setting tends to be a bit more casual, but everything that is on the line in a more traditional interview is still on the line here. Be sure to treat it exactly like you would in a standard setting. The Online Video Chat Interview Technology continues to unfold, and more and more companies are moving to online video chats for interviewing candidates. This type of interview is most appropriate when a candidate currently lives a long distance from the company and can’t necessarily make it in person for the first round of interviews. As with all of the other interview types, do your research about the company and the position, and focus on personal branding. Wear proper business clothing, speak clearly and make sure you check the connection prior to the commencement time. For more help and tips with an online video interview, look at this article.  It’s important that the attire worn matches what would be worn in the office. It’s also important that the space for the interview is distraction-free. Interviewing for a new position can certainly be exciting. Forgo anxiousness! All you need to do is understand the interview setting and properly prepare for it. Remember that an interview is simply a small portion of the test; through careful attention to detail and lots of studying, you’re sure to ace it.

Reasons Why Using A Real Estate Resume Sample Is Important

Reasons Why Using A Real Estate Resume Sample Is ImportantIf you're still not convinced about the value of real estate resume samples, read this and come to your senses! Real estate is all about showing your abilities in a career field where you're apt to be spending more than the usual nine to five hours.We've all been told by our teachers that our potential for excellence is tied to the kind of occupation we do in life. It seems everybody must have their own occupation in life but it's the occupation we choose to do that determines how our whole professional life will turn out. So, what's the point of choosing the wrong occupation?We want to know that we're choosing the right occupation for ourselves so we must always keep in mind that every real estate job seekers need a resume. It doesn't matter if the reason you're looking for a real estate job is because you want to work on a commission basis or as an agent. You can still apply and still have a professional resume. And the real estate resume sample doesn't have to be any different from others when you need one.This is because you're looking for a real estate job for any reason other than financial gain. The type of career you choose is as important as the occupation.Once you've determined the right occupation for yourself, you can actually think about how the resume you make should look like. And the best thing about real estate resume samples is that it allows you to customize your resume to make it exactly what you need it to be.No matter what you decide to put on your resume, the best thing about the real estate resume sample is that it gives you the freedom to express exactly what you feel you can do for the client. Yes, sometimes you need to show the potential of an applicant but you also have to show the qualities that you possess and the ways you can serve the company in a more efficient way.So how does one show the qualities that he or she has and the qualities that the client needs when it comes to real estate? Let's start with the skills.A real estate resume sample will always tell you that your resume should contain qualifications about your past and present jobs. The things you'll see on the real estate resume sample are the typical services that you offer and the one you'll want to know about before you accept the job offer.

The Hottest Part-Time Jobs Internships Right Now (guest post)

The Hottest Part-Time Jobs Internships Right Now (guest post) Thanks to Lauren Porat, co-founder of Urban Interns for this insightful guest post regarding the part-time and internship job market. Happy hunting!Its late September. Big companies start recruiting for internships in November. But we all know that the market is still ultra-competitive, so now is the time to start your internship hunt. And as the co-founders of Urban Interns, we have a birds eye view into this segment of the job market. Were seeing some really cool opportunities at some amazing small- to mid-sized companies. A small company, or even working directly with an entrepreneur, can be a phenomenal opportunity to gain hands-on experience that you would not otherwise get at a larger company. It looks great on the resume, and can set you up to snag that big-company job come November (if thats what youre looking for)! Were seeing companies hiring for part-time jobs and internships in the following industries: agencies such as marketing/advertising/design; websites or anyone wit h an internet presence; event planning; sales/bus dev; nonprofit. These employers are mainly looking for help with the following tasks: PR/marketing; admin tasks like organizing, scheduling errands; research; email marketing; social media; blogging; help with events. Specifically, below are some of the hottest part-time jobs and internships on Urban Interns right now. Office Internship for Dylans Candy Bar (NYC): The office Staff Assistant will assist in the organization and maintenance Dylans Candy Bar office resources as well as other duties as assigned. Duties: Assist with the staffing of local festivals and events. Assist with the organization and maintenance of the file system. Plan corporate events as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned. Benefits: Excellent experience with many of the projects and people working within DCB. Involvement in a variety of international, national, and local environmental programs and efforts. Participation in fun field days. Experience in p lanning, conducting, and evaluating programs. Opportunities to contribute to improvement of an education program. College credit, if appropriate. Letters of recommendation provided upon successful completion of the internship (read more and login to apply)Life Science Startup Executive Assistant Intern (Boston): Lux Capital is a venture capital firm helping to build lasting businesses around early stage, emerging technologies in the life sciences. Our companies are bringing breakthrough science to market in areas such as vaccine discovery, nanopharmaceuticals, and drug delivery. One of our Boston-area portfolio companies is seeking a part-time executive assistant intern. This individual will gain front-seat exposure to the CEO and other executives working side-by-side with the lead executive assistant at one of Bostons most exciting venture-backed startupsRESPONSIBILITIES: May include: arranging and budgeting executive travel, legal document management and organization, and prepara tion of expense reports. As this is a small organization, a successful intern may find themselves getting involved with a variety of other tasks (read more and loginto apply)Media Relations Internship (NYC): Trylon SMR is a mid-sized NYC-based PR agency specializing in media/tech accounts. Were seeking a Fall intern that has familiarity with the media industry and a fair understanding of the tech sector. The intern will support our Account Directors with administrative task completion, media industry research, and possible writing of press releases and pitches. The candidate should have solid writing skills, be comfortable on the telephone, strong internet research skills, and possess the ability to multi-task in a fast paced agency; familiarity with MS Office and strong Internet Skills are a requirement(read more and login to apply)A couple of side notes: 1) most jobs are based in NYC and Boston, but as noted in the WSJ recently, about 1/3 of the jobs on the site are virtual so peo ple from all over can apply! 2) note: you must be a registered Urban Intern to apply for these jobs! Click here to register.Good luck with your search! Please emaillauren@urbaninterns.com with your feedback and questions regarding Urban Interns.Thanks Lauren! And stay-tuned each week for more career tips and advice to help you Soul Search, Research and Job Search your way into your ideal career!

What to Wear To A Job Interview [For the Creative Industry] - Cubicle Chic

What to Wear To A Job Interview [For the Creative Industry] - Cubicle Chic What to Wear To A Job Interview [For the Creative Industry] How To Wear, Job search, Work Outfit May 12, 2017 13 Comments  Top: Nastygal Bodysuit, similar here   Pencil skirt: Topshop, similar here and here Trench vest: Poshmark, similar here and here{Appropriate for positions such as engineer, coder, startup product manager, graphic designer, communications specialist, digital marketing strategist, videographer}So, an in-person interview has been confirmed. You are taking hours to study the industry, get to know the company, understand the role. You’ve printed 5 copies of your resume and got that portfolio of your work ready to go.Now, the last and the only loose end is the outfit. What should you wear for this in person meeting?Your main goal is to look professional, showcase your style, and have a little bit of an edge so you leave a strong impression. You have done the research (you’ve looked on their social media channel, read the company blog, searched for news pieces that feature them), you know the company has that business casual environment where people dress according to their personal style.What are some rules of thumb to follow when creating an outfit for an interview in the creative industry?Be Confident and ComfortableYou want to feel yourself, and not be worried about a longer than usual sleeve or a pair of pants that’s tight in a place you’re not used to. So, don’t wear clothes you’re not used to wearing. And when in doubt, opt for “soft material on the inside and stiff material on the outside.” For example, a silk shirt allows you to be comfortable, and a more structured blazer will give you that professional looking edge.Use Colors to Your AdvantageWearing a pop of color is an easy way to add a focal point to an otherwise simple and minimalist outfit. Try a colorful bag to an otherwise black and white outfit, or a colorful (but simplistic) necklace, or a pair of colorful shoes. These will help those people that you meet remember you.Start with a Basic Must-HaveIf you don’t know where to start, I always tell people to start with one piece of clothing that you know says “professional”. Take a pencil skirt, a crisp blazer, a silk blouse, and go from there. Once you have the foundation of your outfit, pick other things in relatively neutral colors that compliment this piece. Finally, add a pop of color somewhere, and you should be done!Do you need help putting together an interview outfit? Email me! We can do a 15 min Facetime session and try to put together based on things already in your closet. Or, if you are inclined to shop for the interview, I can also make recommendations for that!All Photography by Natalie Alvarado @ StylenfuseIf you’re looking for more sample interview outfits, here are 4 interview outfits some other amazing fashion bloggers. Click on the images to see their posts!