Top Tips to Get a Promotion at Work

Top Tips to Get a Promotion at Work

A promotion won't just fall into your lap. If you want to climb up the career ladder, you need to be proactive. Denise Taylor offers some tips.

"Anything is possible it's just hard work and grafting," Mo Farah.

That attitude might get you a double Olympic gold but will it get you promoted at work? Probably not. Too many people think that doing a good job is all they need to get a promotion or an exciting new assignment, but it's unlikely to be enough. Here are some tips to make sure your grafting isn't wasted.

Know your goal

The biggest misconception about promotions is that they naturally occur with time. It's not enough to think you deserve one; you must understand and clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Also, do you want a promotion within your current job or are you looking for a position elsewhere? Be clear on what you want from the offset so you can take the right action to help you get there.

Get your boss on your side

If you are aiming for an internal promotion you need to get your boss on your side. Schedule a one to one review meeting and let him/her know that you want to find out how you can be more effective at work.

Seek honest feedback from your manager on how you match up to higher levels within your company. You may need to learn to take a more strategic rather than tactical view of your organisation. Too many people only see their organisation through the view of their own department or profession. Look broader into IT, marketing and do some competitor analysis.

Help your boss

Set up a meeting with your boss to find out more about their objectives, so you can focus on helping him or her be successful. Volunteer to stay late if an urgent task needs completing - it demonstrates commitment to the job.

Anticipate

You can help your boss by anticipating what they will need. While Fran's boss was on holiday a new project request came in, with a deadline just two days after her boss's return. She collected relevant research and made suggestions for how to work on this. Her boss was very impressed and Fran was taken along to the meeting and was involved in developing future project proposals.

Keep your boss informed

Our bosses are often unaware of the mini successes we have in our jobs each week, so make sure you document them and send your boss a summary each month. If you have people who work for you, give your boss an update on their successes as well. Make sure you are on LinkedIn and start to get recommendations from your boss and the people you work with.

Demonstrate commitment to your own professional development

What courses could you take to increase your knowledge/experience? It doesn't have to be a masters level qualification, a short course may be useful. Make sure people within your organisation know when you have qualified. I was featured in my company newspaper after gaining an Open University degree part time alongside my full time job.

Identify trends and look out for new opportunities

In a competitive world your organisation will be seeking new projects, so if you notice a gap in the market make sure to let people know. You can produce an internal white paper based on research you have undertaken. Make sure your name gets known by including your name on the cover and some brief bio data at the end.

Look the part

If everyone else dresses casually you will stand out through being a bit smarter. Sound advice is to dress as if you are doing the job the level above, it helps others to visualise you in a different role. This also can help to increase our confidence, it makes us feel better and thus act better.

Get known

Offer to write for the company magazine. Doing so will mean you'll be seen by many people within the company. Get chatting to people from other parts of the organisation and find out about their work and challenges. You never know when this will prove useful, and there is often a need for cross functional project teams, the more you are known the more likely your name will be suggested.

Denise Taylor is a double award winning career coach and Chartered Psychologist with Amazing People, established in 1998. She is also the author of 7 books including How To Get A Job In A Recession, Now You've Been Shortlisted and Fat to Fantastic

SOURCE LINK: http://careers.guardian.co.uk/top-tips-get-promotion-at-work

Online Job Applications (HOW TO APPLY)

Online Job Applications (HOW TO APPLY)

There are thousands of websites where you can post your resume online and complete an online job application. Applicants either apply online via a job board, like Monster.com, or apply online directly at the company's web site.

In some cases, job seekers are required to register and to build an employment profile. Once you've built your profile, you can apply for jobs online and set up search agents to email you when new jobs are added to the system.

Applicants can then apply online for specific positions at any time that is convenient for them, with just a few mouse clicks. At larger employers, and on many job sites, job seekers can keep track of the positions they have applied for.


How Online Job Application Systems Work

Some sites let you upload an existing resume with the click of a button. On other sites, you can copy and paste from your resume or use a resume builder that is incorporated into the application system.

Once you have uploaded your resume, you will be able to search for jobs that interest you and submit your application or resume with a click of your mouse.

Applying For Jobs On Company Websites

If you are interested in working for a particular company, visit their website. Career information is usually listed in the "Careers" or the "About Us" section of the site. Follow the instructions for searching for and applying to jobs online.


What You Need to Apply Online

Online application systems typically ask for your contact information, educational background and employment history. You will need to know when you worked and what you were paid at your previous jobs. You may also be asked what days and hours you are available to work.

Download a sample job application and complete it before you start your online applications. You will have all the information you need, ready to enter.

Online Employment Tests

Depending on the company, you may need to take - and pass - an online test to be considered for employment. Pre-employment tests, also called talent assessments, employment tests, or career tests, are used to help an employer identify candidates who will be a good fit for jobs at the company.

Employers (Walmart's pre-employment is an example) that utilize testing often do it in conjunction with an online job application, so you will take the test when you apply for a job. The results of the test will determine whether you are invited to interview. Read more about online employment tests and how to take them.

Check Your Application

Before you click the Submit button, it's important to double-check your application for errors. Typos and grammatical errors count, so carefully check your application. If you're not sure your spelling is correct, use Microsoft Word and spell/grammar check, then copy/paste into the online application.

Source : http://jobsearch.about.com/od/jobapplications/a/jobapplicationguide_3.htm

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CV vs. Resume: The Difference And When To Use Which

CV vs. Resume: The Difference And When To Use Which

Ever wondered why a Brit applies with a CV and an American with a resume? And why does an Aussie apply with both? There are a few differences between the two types of application documents and this article will straighten out your queries as well as tell you where in the world you are likely to use which document. Let me kick off the bonanza by introducing the contender in the blue corner…

CV

A CV (Curriculum Vitæ, which means course of life in Latin) is an in-depth document that can be laid out over two or more pages and it contains a high level of detail about your achievements, a great deal more than just a career biography. The CV covers your education as well as any other accomplishments like publications, awards, honors etc.
The document tends to be organized chronologically and should make it easy to get an overview of an individual’s full working career. A CV is static and doesn’t change for different positions, the difference would be in the cover letter.

Resume

A resume, or résumé, is a concise document typically not longer than one page as the intended the reader will not dwell on your document for very long. The goal of a resume is to make an individual stand out from the competition.
The job seeker should adapt the resume to every position they apply for. It is in the applicant’s interest to change the resume from one job application to another and to tailor it to the needs of the specific post. A resume doesn't have to be ordered chronologically, doesn't have to cover your whole career like and is a highly customizable document.

Differences

As stated, three major differences between CVs and resumes are the length, the purpose and the layout. A resume is a brief summary of your skills and experience over one or two pages, a CV is more detailed and can stretch well beyond two pages. The resume will be tailored to each position whereas the CV will stay put and any changes will be in the cover letter.
A CV has a clear chronological order listing the whole career of the individual whereas a resume’s information can be shuffled around to best suit the applicant. I would say the main difference between a resume and a CV is that a CV is intended to be a full record of your career history and a resume is a brief, targeted list of skills and achievements.
Let’s revise:
CV – long, covers your entire career, static
Resume – short, no particular format rule, highly customisable

Usage around the world

A resume is the preferred application document in the US and Canada. Americans and Canadians would only use a CV when applying for a job abroad or if searching for an academic or research oriented position.
In the UK, Ireland and New Zealand, a CV is used in all contexts and resumes aren't used at all. The CV prevails in mainland Europe and there is even a European Union CV format available for download.
In Germany, the CV is more commonly known as a Lebenslauf (true to the Latin origins) and is only one of many application document the poor German job seekers must produce to get an interview.
In Australia, India and South Africa, the terms resume and CV are used interchangeably. The term resume is used more for jobs in the private sector and CV is more commonplace when applying for public service positions.

Reference: theundercoverrecruiter.com/cv-vs-resume-difference-and-when-use-which/

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Important Job Searching Tips

In this modern world most of the people whether they are graduates, unemployed or have recently left their jobs, all are searching hard for getting a better career for their life. But there are many things which these people have to consider when they are looking for a job. It is very important that one must look into his resume for any type of errors and confirm that there are no errors then only he must hand over it to the potential employer. It is required that he must enquire about a detail information regarding the job opportunity he is applying for. The reason is that if only he has much information regarding the job and the company then only he would be able to configure a best resume for himself which would meet the requirements of the company. If the vacancy is for the post of an accounting job then one must emphasize in his resume on his accounting experience.

The resume should not contain any type of errors whether it is grammatical or typographical errors. It must be kept in mind that the resume should not be too short. It must be written on a minimum of one and half page. A staffing and consulting firm situated in California conducted a survey with 1,400 Chief financial officers. Based on their survey it was observed that most of the candidates for employment fail to get a position in the selected list of candidates for the job mainly because of their lack of knowledge regarding an interview. Due to this the candidates commit several mistakes in the interview which diminishes their chances of getting the job. There are many things which a candidate must take into account while they are appearing for an interview. But most of them are least bothered about it, whether it is regarding the exact time at which they have to arrive for the interview, knowledge regarding the concerned job and the company, or disrespectful behavior, and most probably the feeling that they know everything cause them to have a bad experience in the interview. The candidates must be able to know how to express themselves in the interview without offending the interviewer. They must be careful to see that their level of confidence does not seem to be overconfidence for the interviewer. They must also keep in mind that they do not cross their limbs in front of the interviewer as it would show that they are very self-protective persons.

A strong hand shake and eye contact are very important as far as an interview is concerned. In order to present one self in a most impressive manner it is necessary that they wear the professional clothing in an interview. Well dressed persons are more respected in an interview. Whenever a person gets an interview call the first and the foremost thing, apart from those mentioned above, is that he must prepare for the interview in his best way. He must be able to gather enough knowledge about the concerned job and the company so that if any kind of questions related t such subjects are asked for the interview then he would be able to answer it confidently. If the answer to a particular question is unknown to the person then he can simply admit that he is unfamiliar to such questions but he would indeed try to find the answers for it. It is also necessary that he must be able to understand what type of qualities the company is searching for in the candidates and he can develop such qualities in order to fulfill the requirements of the company. It would be good if the candidate gets the recommendation from any of the staffs of that particular company. There exist about 30 to 60 percent of people who get job based on referrals made for them. The friends and relatives and other people from the circle of familiar person can help them in attaining a job.  Referrals are really important as the chances of being selected for the job is more through such associations and networking.

Nowadays most of the company necessitate the probable applicants give in their applications online. From the applications and the resumes submitted by the candidates itself the employer is able to make an assessment of the candidate. Thus it gives the very first impression of the candidates to their employer. Application letters which are submitted must be legibly written without any mistakes and must be very formal. The proficiency as well as the propensity is understood from the application submitted. The candidate must remember that he need to write a simple and a brief application letter avoiding any kind of stories in it. It is because the employer may become cantankerous with any type of irritating writing. One must try his maximum to get a job which would satisfy him. A little hard work and determination can indeed help a person to get the job of their interest.

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Alif Ailan Hyderabad Chapter

 Alif Ailan Hyderabad Chapter

A campaign to spread awareness regarding article A25, according to which every child aging from 5-16 years has right to seek free and fair education.

this campaign will focus on online discussions, talk shows on tv, debates, interview with politicians and school authorities, monthly trainings for future tasks, weekly meetings and survey of city to identify ghost schools, enroll maximum children who are deprived of education, and awareness to parents for educating their children,

building connections with media and civil society, making alliances with youth Ngos and those who are already working on education issue.

We need volunteers for this, interested youth can send their details on prihmemon@gmail.com

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The Basic Rules of Cricket

The Basic Rules of Cricket

Cricket is played with two teams of eleven, with two umpires (referees) on an oval shaped field. The size of the field varies, but generally has a diameter of around 200 metres. A cricket bat is oblong shaped with a narrow handle. A full-sized bat  is around 90 centimetres in length. A cricket ball is made of cork and covered with leather, and is then stitched up. A ball weighs around 10 ounces.

In the middle of the field is what is known as a pitch. A pitch is a hard, flat strip of dry ground around 18 metres long. Two batsman are at the pitch at a time, both at different ends, with one facing the delivery of the ball from the bowler. The bowler runs up to the pitch where he bowls the ball overarm with a straight arm. Further details on the correct bowling action can be found here.

Teams score by getting runs. A run is completed when a batsman hits the ball and then runs to the other end of the cricket pitch, getting past the crease. The non striking batsman has to run to the opposite end as well. The batsman can run as many times as they like, but the batsmen can get out if their stumps are hit with the ball by a fielder before the batsman reaches the crease. The stumps are three sticks of equal size measuring around 90 centimetres tall with 5 centimetres separating them. Bails (small pieces of wood) are balanced on top of the stumps.

Other ways runs can be scored are by hitting boundaries. Boundaries are scored when the ball is hit and touches or goes past the outer edge of the field. Four runs are scored when the batsmen hits the ball and the ball hits the ground before reaching the outer edge of the boundary, and six runs are scored when the ball is hit and goes over the boundary without touching the ground. Runs can also be scored in the following ways: No balls, when the bowler oversteps the crease, bowls in a dangerous manner or incorrectly. A no ball is worth one run. A wide is scored when the ball goes outside the line of the pitch before coming in line with the batsman. This is also worth one run. A leg bye is scored when the ball hits the batsman but doesnt contact his bat and then proceeds to run. A bye is scored when the batsman runs without the ball coming into into contact with the batsman or his bat, and then runs.

The fielding team can get the batsman out in several ways, by 1) catching him out. This is done when the batsman hits the ball with his bat and a fielder catches the ball on the full (without bouncing). By 2) bowling him out. This happens when the bowler bowls the ball and the ball strikes the batsmans stumps or bails. By 3) leg before wicket, or LBW. This happens when the bowler bowls it and the stumps being hit by the ball are prevented when the batsmans leg gets in the way. By 4) stumped, when the batsman comes forward to hit the hit but steps out of his crease, misses the ball and the fielder behind the stumps collects the ball hits the stumps before the batsman gets back behind his crease. By 5) run out, when the batsman attempts to score a run but has his stumps hit by the ball before he reaches the other crease. By 6) Hit wicket, when the batsman hits his own stumps while trying to hit the ball. By 7) retired, when the batsman voluntarily decides to finish his innings, and 8) timed out, when the next batsman doesn't appear on the pitch within two minutes of the last batsman getting out.

Each team has one innings. This innings can last anything from 20 overs (a series of 6 bowls by a bowler) to an unlimited over match. Most one day matches are played with each side having 50 overs (or 300 balls).  If 10 of a team's batsman are out, the innings ends there regardless of how many balls are left to be bowled. The team that scores the most runs in their innings is the team that wins.

Source : http://angielski.co.uk/cricket_rules.htm

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