Monday, April 20, 2020
How to Create a Good Accounting Resume Objective
How to Create a Good Accounting Resume ObjectiveAccounting resume objectives are essential to having the career you want. So many people do not know how to make an effective objective. Sure, a strong resume objective is important, but in addition to this, it's equally important to have some qualifications and experience attached to your resume objective. In order to have your objectives in writing, there are several aspects that you must address.In writing an objective, you first need to make sure that you give your objectives the attention they deserve. The most common mistakes when writing an objective are attaching too much detail on an area that is not essential to the job. For example, if you are writing an objective about a marketing function for example, don't make the objective a sales pitch. Make it a description of the customer service or support functions of the company. Attach only as much information on the job as you need.When you are writing your resume objective, try to include references to anything that will make the job interesting. Attach a picture or a quote that will create an impression about what it is like to work at that company. It doesn't have to be just about work. Describe the culture of the company, the energy of the employees, the amenities and facilities, and the overall working environment.You can write in this style in the creative writing style. The last thing you want to do is to get hung up on the idea of writing an objective because of the problem of trying to get in touch with what the job actually is. Try to think of it in terms of an outline that outlines the functions of the company, or ask someone who has experience working there, and come up with an objective that has enough to describe the position.Also, check with the human resources department and see if there are any additional requirements associated with the position. In other words, are there hiring requirements that will prevent the person from filling the po sition? Do they have other requirements that would disqualify a candidate, such as a criminal record?These are questions that can guide you in writing your objective. If there are hiring requirements that are very strict, then you should include them on your resume objective and include these requirements on the cover letter as well.A good objective should contain the following characteristics: what the job requires, the duties, the compensation, the location, the benefits, the job description, the applicant pool, the work load, the office, the support staff, and the work environment. If you can only list a few of these features, then you should focus on building on the points that are above these aspects. This will help you have a higher chance of landing the job.
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
The Surprising Secret to Success for Jay-Z
The Surprising Secret to Success for Jay-Z Jay-Z wasnât kidding when he said heâs a âbusiness, man.â With a net worth of $810 million, the rapper-turned-mogul has expanded into sports, artist management, and streaming, among other ventures. But a secret of his hustle is one you might not expect: therapy. The musician recently opened up in a candid interview with The New York Times, revealing that in addition to a new album that feels like a therapy session, he has been in traditional therapy. And it helped him mature as a thinker and a leader. âI grew so much from the experience. But I think the most important thing I got is that everything is connected,â Jay-Z said in the interview. âEvery emotion is connected and it comes from somewhere. And just being aware of it. Being aware of it in everyday life puts you at such a⦠Youâre at such an advantage.â He added that widening his perspective helped him understand where others are coming from, even when theyâre being racist, for instance. âInstead of reacting to that with anger, I can provide a softer landing and maybe, âAw, man, is you O.K.?ââ he said. What Jay-Z describes is empathy. Thereâs all kinds of evidence that a healthy sense of empathy, helped along with therapy, nurtures success in the workplace. Stress can be debilitating in a career. Research suggests that stress and mental health are responsible for more than half of all working days lost every year. A 1990 study of empathy training on medical students found that those who learned to have more compassion actually had lower stress levels when interacting with others in difficult situations. The science is somewhat counterintuitive. People often think of empathy as feeling othersâ pain. In fact, recent research suggests that emotional empathyâ"in other words, getting consumed by another personâs feelingsâ"can take a psychological toll. But those who express compassionate empathy, which allows for more distance, have positive responses, where they approac othersâ issues helpfully as problems to be solved. Thatâs essentially what Jay-Z is talking about when he says he âcan provide a softer landingâ for people unlike him after being in therapy. Empathy is also key to being a successful leader, according to research. Compassionate leaders are more likely to engage their reports, while unfair bosses are more likely to see their employees head for the exits. Thatâs what many prominent business leaders preach. Bill and Melinda Gates urged Stanford grads to practice empathy in order to solve the biggest crises facing the world today. Microsoftâs CEO Satya Nadellaâs new book argues for âthe power of taking everyday action driven by empathy.â Jeff Bezos argues that, even with all the intelligence possible at your disposal, you still need to connect to others in order to succeed. When explaining what made her talk show so massively popular, Oprah Winfrey explained, âI had to learn to feel with others, which is what it means to be compassionate⦠I feel with you. It means not only am I able to walk in your shoes, my heart beats with yours. I see myself in you.â She views her years as host of the show as âmy greatest therapy.â Itâs no surprise, then, that therapy and its offshoots have become more valuable in typically cutthroat corporate spheres. In a report, the World Economic Forum predicts that emotional intelligence will be one of the top 10 job skills by 2020. Empathy training has emerged as the hottest new trend in leadership, with companies offering classes in hopes of getting better results. They may be onto something. Titans in business and creative fields, from Jon Hamm and Gwyneth Paltrow to J.K. Rowling, have talked about how therapy helped them get through emotional struggles and come out stronger. (Rowling said she even had to go to therapy to deal with her overwhelming success.) Jay-Z is the latest on the list. And as he approaches a billion dollars, heâs looking better than ever.
Friday, April 10, 2020
Promotion Killers Missing Deadlines - Work It Daily
Promotion Killers Missing Deadlines - Work It Daily Deadlines are usually there for a good business reason. Miss them at your own risk. Your work is almost always part of a chain that leads to corporate profitability. When youâre late, or miss a deadline completely youâre gumming up the works. Thatâs why itâs important to meet your deadlines and commitments - especially if you want a promotion. If you find that youâre not going to meet a deadline, tell the person who is counting on you and your work right away. Donât let the deadline pass without saying anything. This is not only good manners, it helps the other person manager his or her work load. Finally, donât complain about being micro managed if you miss a lot of deadlines and your boss starts following up with you. Thatâs his or her job and the price you pay for not being reliable. Your Next Step If your job search isn't moving as quickly as you want, it's time to take action. Check out this guide to landing your dream job and start climbing the corporate ladder faster! LEARN MORE ? Photo Credit: Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!
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