Saturday, May 30, 2020

5 Ways to Find Jobs in Israel Before Arriving

5 Ways to Find Jobs in Israel Before Arriving 149 If you're considering a move to Israel, you're likely asking yourself the same questions that Bari did in a recent email: Photo Credit: Victor Bayon I am planning to move back to Israel this summer (most likely in August). When should I start seriously looking for a job? Is it unrealistic to have a job in place before I arrive? These 2 questions are slightly different but very much related. Let's look at them in reverse order. But first- Keep in mind these 2 points You will almost always want to physically meet the key people with whom you're going to be in close contact at work i.e. your boss and colleagues. Budget for at least one trip to Israel to meet them and sign the contract. The higher your level of Hebrew is when you begin your job search, the higher your chances of finding work in Israel quickly. This is true regardless of whether you begin your Israeli job search in Israel or halfway around the world. On to the questions…eval Is it possible to find a job before moving to Israel? If your profession requires a license to practice in Israel â€" e.g dentistry or medicine â€" forget a job search from abroad. You should focus instead on getting the conversion exams done as quickly as possible after arriving, perhaps by beginning your studies at home first. For most other people it's also unrealistic. Israeli companies will simply not be willing to take the chance on someone they can't see in their office during the next week or two. For all they know, you may decide not to come, or to postpone and then where would they be?eval However, there a few cases where it is possible: You get lucky â€" the company you're targeting is having trouble hiring locally. To compromise, they're willing to wait a reasonable amount of time until you arrive. In Israel, this is not as unusual as in other countries because so many companies work on the international level and may have trouble finding people who know the necessary languages and culture. This is where researching your target companies can pay off. Internal transfer from your current multinational employer â€" for example, if you work for Google in California or Zurich, you can try to be relocated to Google Israel. Freelancing for an Israeli company â€" using a website like Xplace you can begin working for an Israeli company today. You'll start learning about the Israeli sector of your industry right away and make contacts that can help you transition into a full-time, salary-paying job later. Aliya organizations' placement programs â€" in France in 2005, the Jewish Agency was pushing an employment program aimed at bringing people to Haifa and the northern regions of Israel. The program promised to help you find work in your field with employers who were willing to wait up to 6 months for you to begin in their offices. Contact your country's aliya organizations for information about similar initiatives. Your moving date is soon â€" which leads nicely into the next question: When Should You Start Your Job Search Before Moving to Israel? Coming from far?

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

Success Comes to Those Who Reach For It

Success Comes to Those Who Reach For It There’s nothing like the feeling of personal success. One way of finding financial stability and security in the United States is to start your own business. America was seemingly made for those with an entrepreneurial spirit. These days, there’s really no limit to what can be accomplished. With the advent of e-commerce and internet marketing, anyone with a keyboard and a WiFi connection can start his or her journey to financial independence. But the walk along the entrepreneur’s road is one of bravery and uncertainty. Before you enter into a new endeavor, you’ve got to realize the path will have quite a few obstacles. True entrepreneurs must have strong minds to weather the ups and downs of self reliance and achieve success. Start a Website Starting a website these days is so simple. Gone are the days of having to know complicated code functions and difficult payment systems. For a small fee, pre-built frameworks can host your website and get your products sold with no stress. Know how to setup a WordPress website? Perfect: you can start a shop online for merely the cost of the hosting. After your site is built and products are added, a targeted marketing campaign will get those sales rolling in. You don’t even need to have your own products to get started. Affiliate sales can bring in commissions that will shock you. With the internet, your clients and customers are global. You can sell anything, anytime. Looking for a cool way to turn a profit? Buy items and list them on your store at a higher markup. One of the best ways to score valuable goods is through wholesale rebuying. When big box retailers receive items through returns or refunds, they rarely put them back on their shelves. Unwanted itemsundamaged and in perfect working orderare shipped away and sold at wholesale. How do you take advantage of these gains? Buy wholesale pallets  stacked with these items, sort them, and then get to selling. You’ll be surprised at just how simple and profitable this approach can be. Its Up To You Life as an entrepreneur can definitely be stressful and complicated. The only person pushing you to success is yourself. A good mentor will encourage diligence and patience, two factors that are a must for new entrepreneurs. What are the keys to success from a serial entrepreneur? Effort, first and foremost. Good things come to those who wait but great things come to those who act. If you’re tired of the 9 to 5 grind or just looking for a new direction in life, consider entering into the world of e-commerce. If you need any sort of inspiration, have a look at the success stories online. Social media is full of regular people who have created empires from the comfort of a desk chair! Remember, the only person responsible for success is yourself. If you’ve got a desire to get into the world of internet sales, start today. Build a sleek website, find some amazing products, and get the word out on the web. In two years, you’ll be very glad you did.

Saturday, May 23, 2020

10 Best Certified Professional Resume Writers (CPRW)

10 Best Certified Professional Resume Writers (CPRW) Did you know that a simple Google search for “Professional Resume Writers” will yield over 66 million results?After hearing from readers time and time again how difficult it is to choose a resume writer out of the masses, we decided there should be a better way.That’s why Find My Profession filtered through over 1,000 resume writers covering the United States and Canada in order to hand-pick 10 of the best professional resume writers in America.You might be asking yourself….What Is A ‘Professional’ Resume Writer? Just about any resume writer in the world would consider themselves a ‘professional’ resume writer.To be a professional resume writer there are no certifications or courses required.This is a title that anyone can use so it’s important to be careful when you see someone claiming to be a professional resume writer.What Is A ‘Certified Professional’ Resume Writer?A certified professional resume writer, on the other hand, does typically require some sort o f testing and certification.Someone interested in becoming a certified professional resume writer (CPRW) would find testing for these certifications available at Resume Writing Academy as well as the National Resume Writers’ Association.Joining one of these organizations would allow you access to other certified resume writers also known as the professional association of resume writers.Difference Between Certified and Non-Certified Resume WritersWhen it comes to the quality of the resume, there is no guarantee that a certified professional resume writer will provide higher quality work.While these certifications can be valuable from a marketing perspective, it's important to screen any resume writer you choose using the criteria below.Selecting a resume writer simply because of the certifications that they have is something that we strongly advise against.We know better than ever that credentials do not always translate into success. Many Fortune 50 companies were founded by non- college grads and many of the best resumes are written by non-certified resume writers.What Should You Look For In A Professional Resume Writer?Since you are probably more interested in seeing our top 10 list of already vetted resume writers, I will keep this section brief.In short, here is what you should look for when evaluating a professional resume writer (certified or not).Cost: Does the resume writer fit within your budget?Relevancy: Does the resume writer have experience in your industry and for your profession?Aesthetics: Does the writer provide samples? If so, do you like how the samples look?Turnaround: Do you need your resume in a rush? Services range from 2 days to 20 days so this can be an important factor if you have a deadline.Guarantee: Does the writer provide any sort of interview/success guarantee?This article was written by an employee of Find My Profession. While we genuinely feel that the list is uninfluenced by our bias, we wanted you to know that some individu als on this list are employees/contractors of Find My Profession.Best Certified Resume Writers in AmericaIf you are in a hurry and don't want to read our detailed reviews below, here is a list of the Best Certified Professional Resume Writers:Andy Ricardo Omitted Gulnar Mewawala Eric Uhland Lindsay Duston Jerome Imhoff Lisa Rangel Kyle Elliot Rebecca Skov Donna SveiAnd now for the detailed reviews...Top 10 Professional Resume WritersIn 2018, we published an article with the best professional resume companies on LinkedIn.You can find that here.Today, we will be writing about the 10 best professional resume writers in America.In order to compile this list, we have narrowed over 1,000 professional resume writer profiles to find the writers that we believe havethe best overall services and reviews.1. Andy Ricardo â€" Find My ProfessionAndy Ricardo comes with over 25 years of experience in Human Resources and nearly 10 years in professional resume writing.Having served as the Recruitment Division Head overseeing the annual processing of over 8,000 resumes, and having successfully written hundreds of resumes personally, Andy knows what is needed to create a successful resume and how to illustrate the unique value of each person. He is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and a member of the Professional Association of Resume Writers Career Coaches (PARW/CC).You can find Andy Ricardo at Find My Profession with resume costs around $695.2. Omitted3. Gulnar Mewawala â€" The Emphatic ResumeGulnar Mewawala is a triple certified Master Resume Writer, Wharton MBA, and former executive search professional.In 2010, after moving back to the U.S. Gulnar decided to use her background in executive search to write high-qualityresumes for professionals and executives. Not only does she create powerful resumes, but she also provides LinkedIn profiles, bios, and cover letters.You can find Gulnar Mewawala at The Emphatic Resume with resume costs ranging from $1200 - $2500.4. Eric Uhland â€" Great Resumes FastEric Uhland is a bit of an oddball on this list, but we couldn’t pass him up. While Eric is not a resume writer per se, he is one of the best copy editors for professional resumes that exists.Since 1986, Eric has been writing, editing, and copywriting essays, magazines, books, and resumes. We have heard nothing but praise coming from his team members and we felt that he definitely deserved a place on this list.You can find Eric Uhland editing resume copy at Great Resumes Fast with costs around $695.5. Lindsay Duston â€" Find My ProfessionLindsay Duston is a seasoned resume writer who has been writing executive-level resumes for over 16years.With over 10,000 resumes written and reviewed throughout her career, and various certifications in the resume writing industry, Lindsay is sure to impress anybody looking for a professional resume writer.You can find Lindsay at the #1Executive Resume Service with costs ranging from $395 to $995.6. Jerome Imhof f â€" The Resume Shop Ink.Jerome Imhoff is a 10-year staffing veteran who has matched hundreds of job seekers with employers.Having read thousands of resumes as a hiring manager, he knows what stands out to a hiring manager and what doesn’t. Jerome comes with a Master of Arts in Education, BA in English, and holds a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certificate.You can find Jerome Imhoff at The Resume Shop with costs around $500+.7. Lisa Rangel â€" Chameleon ResumesLisa Rangel is a former 13-year recruiter turned resume writer who has been in the resume writing industry for over 10-years.As a former recruiter, Lisa is very knowledgeable on resume best practices and focuses her efforts on the executive level client. Given the high cost of her service, it makes sense that they would be catered towards six and seven-figure earners.You can find Lisa Rangel at Chameleon Resumes with costs starting at $1,800+.8. Kyle Elliott â€" Kyle Elliott ConsultingKyle Elliott is a career coach and resume writer with one simple goal â€" to help people find jobs they love (or at least tolerate).As an official member of the Forbes Coaches Council, and proud alum of San Francisco State University, Kyle is passionate about coaching and motivating people not just on their resumes, but also on mental health, and professional development.You can find Kyle Elliott at Kyle Elliott Consulting with professional resume packages around $999.9. Rebecca Skov â€" REARebecca Skov has been employed in Human Resources and Career Counseling for over two decades and is experienced in human resources practices, recruitment, and career coaching.In 2003, she launched a very successful recruitment and retention program on behalf of UC, San Diego, The Partner Opportunities Program. She also founded and served as the Director of the Southern California Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).You can find Rebecca Skov at REAwith costs around $695.10. Donna Svei â€" Avid CareeristDonna Svei has earned her place on the list due to her tenure and commitment to the resume industry.Having been in either the retained executive search world or resume writing world since 1987, Donna Svei sure is a seasoned professional when it comes to resumes. In 1980, prior to starting her own firm, she worked for Deloitte as an audit and tax professional.You can find Donna Svei at Avid Careerist with prices that are not transparently listed, however, we believe the cost is north of $2,000.Best Professional Resume BuilderIf you are asking yourself, “why should I hire a professional resume writer”, you may consider using a resume builder instead.As a special bonus, we have included the best professional resume builder.While you won’t get the expertise of a professional resume writer guiding you through the process, this is a great low-cost solution for anyone who thinks they are better off doing it themselves.Best Professional Resume Writers Near MeIf you are looking for a writer that is available in your local market, we have compiled a list of the top 10 resume writing services for all of the major cities in the U.S. and Canada.Find your city below and click the link for detailed reviews on the top writers near you.Best Resume Services In the United StatesArizonaBest Resume Services in Phoenix, AZBest Resume Services in Tuscon, AZCaliforniaBest Resume Services in Los Angeles, CABest Resume Services in Sacramento, CABest Resume Services in San Diego, CABest Resume Services in San Francisco, CABest Resume Services in San Jose, CAColoradoBest Resume Services in Denver, COD.C.Best Resume Services in Washington, D.C.FloridaBest Resume Services in Jacksonville, FLBest Resume Services in Miami, FLBest Resume Services in Orlando, FLBest Resume Services in Tampa, FLGeorgiaBest Resume Services in Atlanta, GAIllinoisBest Resume Services in Chicago, ILIndianaBest Resume Services in Indianapolis, INMassachusettsBest Resume Services in Boston, MAMichiganBest Resume Services in Detroit, MIMinnesotaBest Resume Services in Minneapolis, MNMissouriBest Resume Services in Kansas City, MOBest Resume Services in St. Louis, MONevadaBest Resume Services in Las Vegas, NVNew YorkBest Resume Services in New York City, NYNorth CarolinaBest Resume Services in Charlotte, NCOhioBest Resume Services in Columbus, OHOregonBest Resume Services in Portland, ORPennsylvaniaBest Resume Services in Philadelphia, PARhode IslandBest Resume Services in Providence, RITennesseeBest Resume Services in Memphis, TNBest Resume Services in Nashville, TNTexasBest Resume Services in Austin, TXBest Resume Services in Dallas, TXBest Resume Services in El Paso, TXBest Resume Services in Fort Worth, TXBest Resume Services in Houston, TXBest Resume Services in San Antonio, TXVirginiaBest Resume Services in Virginia Beach, VAWashingtonBest Resume Services in Seattle, WABest Resume Services In CanadaBest Resume Services in Ottawa, ONBest Resume Services in Winnipeg, MBBest Resume Services in Calgary , ABBest Resume Services in Edmonton, ABBest Resume Services in Montreal, QCBest Resume Services in Toronto, ONBest Resume Services in Vancouver, BC

Tuesday, May 19, 2020

On the Job by Anita Bruzzese Why Failure Can Be a Really Good Thing

On the Job by Anita Bruzzese Why Failure Can Be a Really Good Thing I failed in some subjects in exam, but my friend passed in all. Now he is an engineer in Microsoft and I am the owner of Microsoft. Bill Gates Failure is often a difficult pill to swallow. We feel angry, humiliated and defeated when we dont succeed, especially in a culture that seems to shove other peoples success in our face on an hourly basis. But what we dont consider is thatfailing is often a signalof great things to come. Consider this proof that failure may be the best thing that ever happened to you: Walt Disney was told a giant mouse aka Mickey Mouse would never work because it would scare women. Oprah Winfrey was fired at age 22 as a television reporter and deemed unfit for TV. Dr. Seusss first book, And to Think That I Saw it on Mulberry Street was turned down by 27 publishing houses and was such a flop he thought about burning it. Edgar Allen Poe was kicked out of West Point and his early poems were unsuccessful. Many people who have experienced failure such as Bill Gates say that failure tests you. It forces you torethink your strategiesand ideas and develop resilience and persistence in the face of adversity or opposition. It is those qualities that often help lead you to greater success, just as when Steven Spielberg didnt give up when he was rejected twice from the University of Southern California or Jay-Z couldnt get a record deal. Psychologists Ryan Babineaux and John Krumboltz teach a popular Stanford University course called Fail Fast, Fail Often, and will release a book of the same name in December. They contend that we need to fight the notion that is instilled in us as children that we need to be cautious and careful and not fail. Their research shows that happy and successful people spend less time planning and more time trying things and even failing. Trying new things, they argue, is what exposes you to new and unexpected opportunities. One part of their advice is that if youre going to fail, do it quickly. The more things you try and fail at the more quickly you will find the solution that works. That means that if youre trying to write a book, for example, dont agonize (read more here)

Saturday, May 16, 2020

Writing About Active Directory in Resume

Writing About Active Directory in ResumeI want to write about writing about active directory in resume. Resume is one of the most important documents you will ever write, therefore it is very important that you know how to craft a resume.Well, if you don't have a resume then I would suggest that you get one as soon as possible. If you don't have one, you need to start right now. The resume is your ticket to get that job you want. It is the first thing that will get your foot in the door.So you may be wondering, 'What special skills do I need to have in order to write a resume?' Well, there are some things that you absolutely must have in order to write a resume. Among those special skills are: grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, reading comprehension, and writing ability. All of these things can help you as you write your resume.However, if you just have unique attributes that are not on this list above, then you will need to write your resume yourself. But don't worr y about that. As long as you don't copy someone else's resume, you will be fine. I will go over how to write your own resume.In order to begin your resume, you will need to know about active directory directories. First, you will need to find one that offers you a free test drive. Once you have chosen a free active directory that you feel comfortable with, you will be able to create your resume.After choosing an active directory, it is time to select your goals for writing your resume. Your goals for writing a resume are very important because you want to know what your needs are. These needs include things like income, current employment status, work experience, education and interests. Knowing your needs will help you find the right type of resume for you.Once you have chosen an active directory that meets your needs, you will be ready to begin to craft your resume. The first thing you want to do is organize your thoughts. Get your thoughts down on paper before you actually start writing the rest of your resume.Another good start is to get some brainstorming. Make sure that you have written down your goals for writing a resume and have something you want to write about in your resume. The more you know about your resume, the better it will be.

Tuesday, May 12, 2020

The 5 iPhone Apps That Every Job Seeker Needs

The 5 iPhone Apps That Every Job Seeker Needs 24 Flares 24 Flares There are only 5 iPhone Apps needed for your job search.  Thats it, just 5. The list Ive compiled below provides everything you need for your mobile job hunt.  This is it, Ive created THE complete guide to iPhone job search apps!  Oh, and maybe the best thing I can report is that they are all affordable.  In fact, four of them are free, and one costs  $.99. Lets jump right into the list, shall we? 1. Audio Job Interview Professional (free) This iPhone app is genius and it is also my favorite.  Pick and choose from a list of 40 questions creating a custom interview.  After making your selections, a womans voice will ask you each question.  When ready, youll hit the record button and begin answering each question individually.  When satisfied with your answers, you can individually or batch send your interview to prospective employers.  I suggest emailing yourself the link first, and then sending it out with your resumes as a nice supplement. Not only does it provide a nice phone screen/interview practice tool, but this iPhone app also gives your submission a voice and personal touch.  It could be exactly what you need to set yourself apart from your competition.  Somehow, this thing is free go get it! 2. Prospector ($.99) Applying to multiple  jobs at once is confusing, this is where Prospector steps in.   Each company youve applied to becomes a prospect, where you can manage and keep track of the job title, contact information (recruiter, hiring manager, etc), salary, step of the hiring process youre currently in, upcoming appointments, and to do list items for that position/company. The $.99 price tag is completely worth it if youre applying to more than a few positions. 3. LinkedIn (free) LinkedIn is the King Kong of professional networking websites and a MUST for job seekers.  When meeting new people at networking  events, interviews, or wherever, use the LinkedIn app to quickly add people to your network, before forgetting about them.  The In Person feature instantly connects/adds other iPhone users to your network via blue tooth.  I think thats cats pajamas. The more connections you have, the more opportunities will be presented to you.  Do it, do it now! 4. BeamME (free) BeamME sets you up with virtual business cards that can be sent out to any phone or computer.  Create personal or business styled cards and send out as appropriate.  Add a personal touch by including your headshot or customize with logo theme.  I am in love with the History feature, which allows you to check who you met, when you met them, and  most importantly WHERE you met them!  Oh, and can anyone say go green? Lastly, for the Twitter crazies, just enter someones Twitter handle and your card will beam over via Direct Message.  Cool, huh? 5. Job Compass (free) Job Compass is a really nifty job search app.   Simply type in WHAT you are looking for (Job title, keywords, or company), WHERE you are looking (City, State, or zip code) and HOW FAR (select from 5-100 mile radius) and Job Compass will place each of the matched jobs on a map for you to see.  Click on red flags to check out each individual job, or hit the List feature to list out positions like you are used to seeing.  You can apply directly from this app, email the  posting to yourself or a friend, or just map it for later! My suggestion?  Take a stack of resumes and head out to the center of town.  Let the app use your current location and select a 5 mile radius.  When the results come up, go buck wild visiting every destination, handing off your resume to each flagged opening. Notice that popular job search places like JobTonic, CareerBuilder, Indeed, and Craigslist weren’t included.  What I love about the list above is that it covers you in basically every critical area of the job hunt.  With these apps you have the ability to start your initial job search, manage your entire search process, practice interviewing, utilize an innovative screening toll that sets you apart from others, and network more effectively, all from your phone.   If youre going to use those websites for your job search, then it should be done on a computer, just like in old times.  A bigger screen and more visibility is needed, and for those reasons, Ive also cut resume building apps from the list.  Use your iPhone as a tool to help you in your hunt, but these apps should certainly not be your primary job search method. Have you used any of these apps before? Are there others you feel strongly about? Any job seekers willing to take my Job Compass suggestion?

Friday, May 8, 2020

Face Your Fears for a Life Less Ordinary - Jane Jackson Career

Face Your Fears for a Life Less Ordinary - Jane Jackson Career Jane Jackson, Guest Speaker at Women of Westpac Luncheon 2 Sept 2014I was honoured to speak at the Women of Westpac WOW luncheon on Tuesday 2nd September 2014 on the 21st floor of their beautiful building in Kent Street, Sydney.   95 wonderful women attended the lunch and gave me such a warm reception to my talk on Face your fears for a life less ordinary.This was my personal journey of self discovery over the past 40 years and how my life experiences have led me to this rewarding career as a career management coach, speaker and trainer.   I feel very blessed.Here is an inspirational quote that I hope will give you the courage to Start with YES! to live a life less ordinary.PURSUE YOUR DREAMS AND YOULL ATTAIN THEMWhen youre sure youre on the right road to success you dont have to plan your journey too far ahead.Dont burden yourself with doubts and fears as to the obstacles that may bar your progress.You dont need to know all your answers in advance. Just have a clear idea of the goal you want to reach.You can only take one step at a time. If you can muster up the courage to begin, youll find the courage to succeed.Its the job you never start that always takes the longest to finish.Eighty percent of success is in showing up.