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It might be one of the least sexy skills on the planet, but the ability to weave a flawless email is an enviable trait. Because so much of communication is derived from nonverbal cues such as body language, an effectively-written email is particularly important: without those nonverbal cues, emails can so easily get misinterpreted, at best leading to minor misunderstandings, and at worst, derailing important business projects.
Depending on what type of job you hold, email etiquette can vary significantly. In many corporate cultures, the tone is formal and messages are very matter-of-fact, whereas other companies are accustomed to informal interactions involving smiley faces and cute “xoxo” sign-offs. But wherever where you work, one thing remains the same: your email manners matter.
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We don’t need to be famous to leave a mark on this world. Most of the time, we are unaware that we are constantly influencing people around us.
How many times do we feel like life is too complicated? The better question to ask is, how many times do we tend to complicate things? If we actually took the time to look outside our busy lives and relax, we would notice how simple and beautiful everything is. Take a nice stroll at the park. Hear the sound of the birds chirping. Lie on the beach and watch the sunrise or sunset. Smell the flowers. Feel the breeze. Laugh. Take the time out of each day to enjoy life’s simplicity.
Life is too short to be doing things that don’t make you happy, so why do something…
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Tiong Bahru is getting all the variety it requires. The addition is Ah Bong’s Italian, operated at a corner of a very old cornered coffee shop bringing Italian pasta to the vicinity. Located on the right (at the next block) of Kisses Bakery (for those who know this bakery). If I remember correctly, it was occupied by a Vegetarian Mee Hoon stall previously
Ah Bong Italian is the second Italian stall, after Savis Food, operating out of non-aircon enivornment that I tried within the same month, October.
Ah Bong’s Italian has a limited menu but the dishes prepared in the stall is very unique. The menu is change at some interval, check Ah Bong’s Facebook page for the update. There were four pasta choices for selection and one dessert. I won’t missed out the dessert that’s for sure. As for the pasta, the chef mentioned that for…
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We’re all busy. In fact, many people these days think that if you aren’t busy, you’re boring. So, you’re always on the go – commuting to work, meeting a friend, going to the gym, planning birthday parties, squeezing family time in somewhere, catching up on your favorite shows… the list goes on!
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In all of your busy-ness, you probably don’t set aside too much time for networking. You might think, “Who has TIME to network?” Uh, you do - if you want to take control of your career!
Before you call me crazy, hear me out. Think about your typical day for a second. How much time to you spend playing on your phone? WHEN do you find yourself playing on your phone? It could be waiting for the bus, during the commercials of your favorite TV show, or while you’re sweatin’ it up on the elliptical machine.
Just think: If you spent that time networking instead of playing Candy Crush or Bubble Shooter, you could be on your way to a new job or more clients!
(If you’ve read any of our articles for the Professional Independence Project, you know why this is so important for your business-of-one!)
When you only have 5-10 minutes a day to spare, you need to use it wisely. So, what’s my #1 secret for building your network?
I love Twitter. I think it’s one of the best networking tools out there, honestly. You can tweet almost anyone you’d like and it requires minimal effort.
One thing I like to do when I’m taking a walk break on the treadmill is to cruise through my feed and follow people who brand themselves as experts or influencers in my field. If I like what they’re all about, I reach out to them somehow –whether it’s a tweet or a LinkedIn request – and start a conversation.
Avoid looking like a creepy stalker person by explaining yourself. Tell them why you’re reaching out right up front. Do you enjoy their articles? Do you find their insight refreshing? Tell them. Then, retweet their stuff, send them a personalized LinkedIn invitation, and start a real conversation.
#Fearless #EasyAsPie #Hashtags
So, start following people who share your interests, tweeting at ‘em, and embracing hashtags (you know you want to!).
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Tweet, tweet!
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I’ll never forget the disgusting feeling in the pit of my stomach when I realized I wasn’t going to get the job.
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I had put all of my energy and focus into getting it. I was counting on it.
And now, I was left wondering where I went wrong.
Was it my resume? My interview? Was it me?
Here’s the thing: We only get one shot at making a great first impression.
And the truth was, I didn’t nail that first impression when I needed to.
Fortunately, I learned my lesson and got an AMAZING job months later…
And now I’d like to give you my secret to getting the attention of a great employer, and getting the job…
It’s all about presentation, right? About making a GREAT first impression?
And the truth is that a boring, traditional, resume simply doesn’t do that.
(Here’s a free resource that’ll help you out with this, by the way.)
Employers and recruiters see different versions of the same thing over and over…
So, if you want to stand out from the crowd and get your dream job, then you can’t be afraid to be different. Here’s how:
Think of it this way: Your job, and the purpose of your resume is to attract the employer and convince them to hire you.
So, you’re essentially selling yourself as the best candidate.
And one of the most powerful factors when you’re selling something is credible testimonials.
They could be from past employers, peers, mentors, or teachers. And they’re a great way to show your character and ability to perform.
LinkedIn recommendations make it super easy to gather these testimonials. So, consider reaching out to some credible people in your network and offering to give them a testimonial.
Odds are, they’ll give you one back as well.
It’s never been easier than it is today to stand out online.
The best part is, you don’t need to be tech savvy. In fact, many of the resources you’ll find here only require the ability to type.
We all know that the first thing many employers do when you apply is Google your name.
And what if what they found “wowed” them so much you were immediately shortlisted?
Or - what if your entire resume and cover letter were online… showcasing your skills and experience in a unique and authentic way…
…That also proves you’re “with the times.”
Using any of the online resources here is a GREAT way to stand out from the crowd and increase your odds of getting hired.
I like to encourage people to find their dream job with a company that makes a profit as well as a difference in the world…
And treats their employees like human beings rather than human resources.
As important as it is to do good - the other half of that equation is being profitable so they can stay in business. And that means hiring employees that will earn the business more money than they cost.
You’re an investment for them, and an easy way to stand out right from the beginning is to show them the numbers.
Give them tangible examples of results you’ve achieved in your career, so that it makes it easy for them to see you’ll contribute to their bottom line.
Maybe you created a marketing campaign that paid for your annual salary in a week or two.
Maybe you helped increase productivity or cut costs.
Find some way to prove that you’re worth the money, and you’ll be on track to get your dream job.
So remember, you can significantly increase your odds of getting hired by using testimonials, showcasing yourself online, and using numbers to show your value.
Happy job hunting!
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Ryan Niessen is a keynote speaker and co-creator of The Gateway Method: a simple, proven way to gain inside access to the world’s best employers and get your dream job. Connect with him on LinkedIn or Facebook.
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Going out to eat can be a good time - Unless you’re the one serving the food. Being in the restaurant industry can be tough. No one cares how many tables you have, how long your shift has been, how much you’ll have to clean up after their messy kids, or how rude they are actually being to you.
Well, we can sympathize. Here is a list of just a few of the things that people in the restaurant industry have to deal with on a daily basis.
(P.S. We’re launching a new show soon called “Careers on Tap” that will have you falling out of your office chair laughing. It’s going to be based around the crazy stories that people have from their jobs. You can read more about this great new show at the bottom of this post! )
Can you relate to these realities of working a restaurant?
Even though your shift ends at 10pm, you’re there till 11pm or later doing side work that you loath - all while getting paid something to the tune of $2.35 an hour.
OK, it’s a little exaggerated, but still, seriously?
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“How is your food?”
….Awkward much?
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Source: giphy.com“I’m only taking one trip!”
Source: giphy.comWe’re launching a new show called Careers On Tap. The premise of the show is that J.T., our Founder and CEO, will be discussing with her humorous co host the crazy stories that viewers submit about their career. Then, she will give her advice on what might help the situation or how to better handle it next time. On top of all of this, you can drink a nice cold beer with them through out the whole show. There will be featured beers on each weeks show.
Now, this is where we need your help! We want you to tell us your craziest work stories. This whole process is completely anonymous. Your name, the names of your co-workers, boss, customers, and company will NEVER be mentioned. So, what have you got to lose!
Just to give you all a sense of what our topics will be, here is the list of the next few episodes:
- Retail Nightmares
- Food Industry Horror Stories
- Co-Workers: The Bad, The Worse, and The Down Right Obnoxious
- Clash Of The Personality Types
- Romancing The Office
If you’d like to submit, please fill out the form below with the title of your story, what episode you think it should be featured in, and all the juicy details of your awesome story.
Thank you for submitting and Cheers to your careers!
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