Resume Writing Rules For Consulting Professionals

Resume Writing Rules For Consulting ProfessionalsThere are many different resume writing rules for consulting professionals. These rules help make a difference in the success rate of your professional search and the potential hiring decision you'll make. By following these tips, you can make a difference in getting hired or not.The first rule is to start off your professional search with as many options as possible. There is no reason to limit yourself by simply using an online search. Use one or two sources to build a list. Some of these sources can be free or low cost, so they're a great way to find out more about local firms. If you want to stay local, use internet forums or call a professional referral service.Next, get to work and do a little checking. Go through the listings that you have found. You can add any firms you've checked to your list or check the white pages or yellow pages to see if there are other firms that are considered successful with the type of job you have.W hen you have an idea of the best possible job you have, the next step is to put a contact on your resume. This is an important item to include because it makes the second rule easier to follow. In a networking situation, you may meet someone who might have the information you need. If so, let the person know that you're looking for employment and ask them for help.With your contact information, you can send them your resume. It's a good idea to send it to a couple of groups at once. Your resume is not as important as the knowledge you're able to provide to the employer, so give it a good look. Follow these guidelines and ensure that you're always putting your best foot forward.After you've gotten your resume sent out, you will probably find a few firms that you have to keep in mind when choosing your personal reference. Always remember that these reference should be similar to the position that you are applying for. Don't mention anything about the company's performance unless the c ompany specifically asks. However, if they don't specify a particular area to focus on, you're still being helpful and adding some credibility to your resume.Follow these tips and you can find yourself better jobs and more opportunities for consulting professionals. Success is achieved when you're prepared, so start now by using the proven resume writing rules for consulting professionals.

Starbucks, Chobani, Walmart Are Giving U.S. Jobs to Refugees

Starbucks, Chobani, Walmart Are Giving U.S. Jobs to Refugees When big companies like Facebook, Microsoft, and Ford spoke out against an executive order to ban Syrian refugees from the United States, Starbucks went one step further. The coffee chain pledged to hire 10,000 refugees over the next five years in the 75 countries where the company does business, in the wake of the White House order, which is being contested in federal courts. “We are living in an unprecedented time, one in which we are witness to the conscience of our country, and the promise of the American Dream, being called into question,” Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz wrote in a letter sent to all employees. Initially, he said, the company will focus “our hiring efforts on those individuals who have served with U.S. troops as interpreters and support personnel in the various countries where our military has asked for such support.” Initiatives focused on hiring refugees can be risky for companies. Supporters of President Donald Trump called immediately for a Starbucks boycott after the company’s refugee hiring pledge. Hamdi Ulukaya, the Turkish immigrant founder of the Greek yogurt brand Chobani, has received death threats because of his work with refugees. Nearly 30% of Chobani’s employees are refugees, most working in U.S. factories, and Ulukaya has personally pledged to give the majority of his fortune to help support the world’s displaced peoples. Still, many American businessesâ€"including the country’s largest employersâ€"hire refugees. About 50 companies, including Microsoft’s LinkedIn and Mastercard, gathered recently to discuss how to help the millions of displaced people in the U.S. and abroad, The Wall Street Journal reported. The coalition began as an initiative of the Obama administration, and was convened by the Tent Foundation, a refugee advocacy group founded by Ulukaya, according to the Journal. How many refugees are actually getting hired? We reached out to the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI), which works with businesses and community organizations around the country, for data on refugee hiring. In a recent two-year period, USCRI says its network of agencies has helped place a total of 4,816 refugees in jobs within six months of their arrival in the country. The USCRI says that it’s one of nine national refugee resettlement agencies, so the total number of refugees placed in U.S. jobs in recent years is likely to be in the tens of thousands. Most refugees placed by the USCRI appear to be employed in low-level jobs, earning an average of $10.26 per hour. The vast majority of companies that work with the USCRI are small businesses that hire just one or two refugees. The 4,816 refugees placed in jobs with the assistance of the USCRI received work at more than 2,300 different companies. But the USCRI works with some larger companies to place refugees in jobs as well. Below is a top 20 list of companies that have been hiring the most refugees, with the assistance of USCRI’s network of settlement agencies. As you’ll see, the companies hiring refugees include hotels, farms, food processors, house-cleaning services, temp agencies, and the world’s largest (non-government) employer, Walmart. Walmart: 79 refugees hired Tyson Foods: 66 Perdue Farms: 56 Hilton: 53 Snider-Blake: 50 Aeropost International: 45 Remedy Staffing: 40 Aramark: 39 Anchor Staffing: 30 Sterling Technologies: 28 Taylor Farms: 24 Elwood Staffing: 23 JBS Swift Co.: 23 Marriott Hotels: 23 National Delivery Systems: 23 River City Casino: 23 Pine Ridge Farms: 22 Cardone Industries: 20 Freedman Bakery: 20 Rite Stuff Foods: 20 Resettlement agencies say there are plenty of benefits for businesses that hire refugees. Many of the newcomers are highly educated, with the kind of work experience and skills that employers need. Still, refugees’ limited language skills in their new countries, as well as uncertainty over their training and degrees, uncertainty over how long they’ll be living in the area, and the likelihood that they’ve suffered through trauma are cited as reasons why some employers are hesitant to hire refugees. The opinions of potential co-workers, as well as the greater public, who may perceive refugee hiring as evidence of special treatment, also make businesses slow to embrace refugee hiring. “Many employers do not see an immediate business case for hiring refugees or asylum seekers,” a 2016 joint report from the Organization for Economic Development and Cooperation and the UN Refugee Agency explained. “Particularly among larger employers, the main motivation for employing refugees is currently corporate social responsibility, rather than meeting labour needs.” There is some evidence of economic benefits for companies that hire refugees, and for the countries that welcome them. A report published last year by the Tent Foundation, a refugee support group founded by Chobani CEO Hamdi Ulukaya, found that in Europe, every one euro invested in welcoming refugees can yield two euros in economic benefit for the country within five years, via net increases in productivity and spending. The report found that refugees often land jobs that locals “would rather not do, such as clean offices, pick fruit, work in hotels and restaurants and care for the elderly.” What’s more, the report explained how broadly a working refugee benefits the local economy: “Refugees who take jobs also create them. When they spend their wages, they boost demand for the people who produce the goods and services they consume. And they also create jobs for people in complementary lines of work.”

5 Networking Mistakes And How To Easily Avoid Them - Work It Daily

5 Networking Mistakes And How To Easily Avoid Them - Work It Daily You know the danceâ€"you walk in to a networking event and the room is filled with people that you’ve never met, but it seems like they already know one another. They’re chatting, shaking hands, and laughing. It looks so easy for them. But you want to turn around and leave. Sound familiar? Related: The Jimmy Fallon Effect: 10 Qualities Of Great Networkers It took a long time for me to learn how to connect with others at these kind of events. I used to be one of the first people out the door. But there is so much opportunity within each person. Networking is about building long term connections with good people. These are the connections that will matter to you years later. Here are some mistakes I’ve learned while networking and how to turn them around: 1. Mingling with people you already know A lot of people, especially the ones who do not feel as social, tend to stick to the groups they know. Networking is about branching out. People are attracted to authenticity, so just be yourself, even if that means admitting that it’s all foreign to you. Be honest. Try something like “I haven’t been to a lot of these events, but it seems like a really great crowd of people. How did you hear about this event?” Quick tip: If you do go somewhere there are people you already know, make it a goal to find someone that would be a good introduction for them. 2. Lacking confidence If I don’t have someone to talk to in the first 30 seconds, I usually hightail it for the coffee bar, head down, keeping to myself. I suddenly look scared, like I don’t know anyone, and like I don’t want to be there. But standing somewhere calmly, taking in the sights and people around, makes you seem more approachable. Find someone else who seems as uncomfortable as you feel. They will be grateful for your easy approach. Quick tip: Walk in like you own the building. That much feigned confidence makes you feel good, and turns into real confidence in minutes. 3. Not reciprocating the favor People also want to meet you because of your connections. We’re all hooked up in some way or another. Steve Dubin, co-founder of My Pinnacle Network, cautions against becoming this kind of connection.“You know the guy. Very outgoing, loud, lots of back-slapping. The problem? He is the ‘black hole’ of your network. He is the ‘one way’ street who gladly accepts personal introductions but very, very rarely reciprocates.” People are there for the connections just as much as you are. Be sure you’re giving back. Quick tip: When you connect with someone you like, keep them in mind after the event. What connections or referrals could you pass onto them later that would help? Keep a mental bookmark for them, share, and they will most likely do just the same for you. 4. Making business card collecting a priority Business cards are the easiest way to get in touch with another individual. But it’s only a small piece of (high quality) paper. Business card exchanges should ideally happened after you both feel a mutual connection and genuinely want to learn more about them. I’ve had people ask for my card right after introducing themselves to me. They never end up following up. It’s all because we didn’t bother establishing a connection. Quick tip: Only bring a few cards to share with people that you build a rapport withâ€"that way you make sure to give them away carefully. (But bring a couple more just in case someone another “card collector” asks for yours) 5. Not following up after the event At the event, chatting with new people and getting to know the crowd is half the battle. Following up creates connections and lets the other person know that you want to establish a relationship.You can do this a few ways. Depending on how you’re feeling about the bond, give the person a phone call or send a quick email telling them how great it was to meet them. Quick tip: Think of any other connections or resources that might be useful to them, like an event they might like to go to, or a helpful referral that might be of value to them. Networking is all about building long-term connections with others. It’s a reciprocal relationship that helps you through referrals, relationships, events, and resources you may have never heard of otherwise. Here’s the BIG secret: It’s really about being open to meeting new people and having a vested interest in their professional well-being. A giving relationship gives back. What are some of the ways you’ve opened up while networking? Would love to hear your feedback in the comments below! This post was originally published at an earlier date. Related Posts Why You Shouldn’t Underestimate Your Personal Network 5 Tips For Better Super-Connecting How To Activate Your Network As A Recent Grad   Photo Credit: Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join For Free!