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When a company is looking to hire an individual to fill a position, they are looking for the best possible candidate, who on paper appear to be self-sufficient and reliable.  Employers are seeking loyal employees that will learn their trade, and help them capitalize on the business. The employer’s intent is always to add someone of value, and a proven employment track record to support the reason they are interested in the candidate.

Twenty years ago, most of the initial hiring process took place with a person to person interaction. Candidates were considered hirable by their appearance, and even references from other employees. Today, nearly the entire hiring process is completed via the internet, and applicant doesn’t get to put on their finest attire to impress the employer until you are requested for an interview. Employers can sit in the comfort of their own home, and scan through resumes using sites that will identify certain wording, and narrow their choices of candidates. In most cases, the applicants have resumes that are outdated, or they are using words on their resumes in which the sites would deem too common, and therefore the resumes will be overlooked. Getting hired for a position requires the applicant to be fully prepared from the beginning of the hiring process, right up until they actually receive the Offer Letter from the company. In order to be considered for the position, you first have to present a resume worth reviewing.

There is a formula to resume writing, and although someone may be articulate in their speech, it doesn’t always guarantee they are using the distinct verbiage to get recognized in a pool of hundreds of candidates. Your resume should be as detailed as possible without boring the employer. Too many pages, or long drawn out descriptions of your previous employers procedures could cause your resume to disqualify you from the initial round of the hiring process. You are looking to convince the employer of your abilities using your words and previous employment history. Your previous work experience should speak for itself, but just in case it doesn’t, you should proactively look into hiring someone to effectively communicate your capabilities in writing. I provide personalized, resume writing assistance for a fraction of the cost you would pay with my competitors.

The first word a child usually learns and comprehends is “no.” In almost every language, the word “no” has a negative connotation. It implies that there is dissatisfaction, or in general, a dislike for an idea or an action. However, there are instances when someone does not verbally have to come out and say this word to you, for you to understand that they don’t approve of your behavior or your stance on a matter.

I often scroll through motivational quotes in the mornings as I prepare myself mentally for the day. I came across a quote today which made me think twice about my past friendships and relationships. “Just because I am strong enough to handle pain, doesn’t mean I deserve it.”

While taking a shower this morning, I realized for the umpteenth time that I don’t like getting prepared to clock in to someone else’s job. I have the easiest job in the world, to me at least. I can do it with my eye closed. However, that doesn’t make it any easier for me each day when I am preparing myself mentally to go.  Living in South Florida, there is a constant struggle for me to drive West to my job, as opposed to driving East towards the beaches. I love water. I love the sand in my feet. I love anything that doesn’t involve me doing my job.

How many times have you felt like you love being a responsible adult who contributes to our society, takes care of your children and family, pays bills, but somehow you feel as though you are cheating yourself out of life itself. After I have paid all of my bills and taken care of my financial responsibilities, it’s not the fact that I barely have any money left that bothers me. It’s the fact that I have to get up Monday morning and do all of this again! I don’t understand the logics in working year round even if you’re giving me 80 hours in vacation time and 80 hours sick time. There are days when people just don’t feel up to working for anyone else. Those are the days I stay in bed. No one can move me. I don’t care about the money. I don’t care about my financial responsibilities. I don’t care what anyone else needs at that moment, because my mind will not move from that bed.

You don’t have to be depressed because you don’t want to get out of bed and engage with the rest of society today. It doesn’t make you less of a person. It doesn’t even make you irresponsible. It makes you human. It means that even you have a breaking point. The good news is, this feeling is usually temporary. After a day off, you can return to your responsibilities refreshed, and you may find that you’re even more productive. Remember to be easy on yourself as the world is constantly tearing you down. Breaks are needed. Unplanned breaks are the best because you really don’t have much to do on those days. Go with your gut, literally. You know what you can do physically and mentally, so don’t push yourself into situations where you could lose your job because you’re not being productive.