Motivation Monday Go Team!

Motivation Monday Go Team! Ive been spending WAY too much time at the baseball fields this summer. Watching, sideline coaching, cheering, chilling. Given the way my brain works, I cant help but draw the connection between baseball players and job seekers. Here are the lessons I want to pass along to you in hope they get you inspired and moving! For the love of the game As I watch these young boys run out onto the field, I see a spring in their step and a twinkle in their eye. They just want to play ball. Winning or losing isnt quite as important as the chance to throw and hit the ball! When they arent at a game or practice, they are throwing the ball around the yard and inviting neighbors over to join them. Do you feel the same way about the work you do? Are you willing to trade free time for the chance to be in the game or just do it (whatever skill or action that ignites you)? Bribery will get you everywhere All the boys need to do is get three outs and theyre up to bat. Yet, sometimes, getting just three outs seems to take forever and often seems impossible. All the coaches positive cheers sometimes just dont do the trick. Thats why bribes work. The more specific the better. If you do [this] then you get [that]! For example, if you catch a pop fly, youll get a popsicle! What bribes can you use to keep you moving forward in your job search? Theres no I in Team These boys are more than teammates. They have grown to be friends. And being young boys, they generally arent intimidated about showing their emotions. They have little cheers they use from the dug out to encourage a struggling batter. They rush the field when theres a home run. They high-five teammates coming off the field either after a strike out or after scoring a run (it doesnt matter to them). Their innocence and innate emotions are to work together and support each other. Are you working on your job search alone? You need a team of people who can support you during the different ups and downs of your job search. It is so much easier when you arent going it alone!

Is it time to go back to school Heres how to tell. - When I Grow Up

Is it time to go back to school Heres how to tell. - When I Grow Up There comes a time in many of my clients career change discovery where we come to a crossroads and have to ask: Is it time to go back to school? Can they create the dream career theyre seeking without a degree or certificate? Do they need to spend the time, money and energy on school in order to offer what they envision? When are classes necessary, and when are they a procrastination tool? One of the saddest things I encounter are creative, intelligent, driven women with a grad degree that they never wanted. By the time they come to me, theyre tens of thousands of dollars in debt and regret the years behind them. Grad school is an easy answer to So, what do you do? (aka The Dreaded Question). Theres no need to ramble about what youre currently doing for work and what you yearn to do theres just a simplified truth thats digestible for the person who asked. Grad school is also a good way to trick yourself into feeling busy and action-oriented, and therefore productive. But when you know you have no interest in pursuing what you went to school forits actually an enormous procrastination tool. Grad school is also how we tell ourselves we become legit in something or the other. Our society rewards higher education with expert status, and we often convince ourselves that theres no other way to get that expertise than to get a degree. What Ive learned is that higher learning is something, but not everything. A few months ago, I struggled with the decision as to whether to renew my International Coaching Federation status of being a Professional Certified Coach. Getting certified in 2009 and then advancing my credential in 2012 was a major source of pride for me. In 2015, though, I could see that it wasnt  the reason I was getting hired. I can actually only remember one conversation with a prospective client who asked me in-depth questions about my training its barely been mentioned otherwise! I know firsthand that my certification or any certification! is not  what my successful creative career most  hinges upon. If youre not looking to be in a regulated profession, deciding to hit the books needs to boil down to being genuinely interested in the topic youll be studying.  For serious. If you have little to no interest in learning about professional organization, then dont sign up to for a course thatll give you your certification to be a professional organizer. Now, this doesnt mean that  you shouldnt hang out your shingle as a professional organizer. If you have the skill set, the interest and the personal mission to make that your career, then go for it! Just know the route you can take first can be the lets-get-some-guinea-pig-clients-and-experiment rather than the lets-get-a-certification route. The good news is that both routes are totally valid and can lead to equally successful businesses! building your confidence  as a lead-in to the work you want to be doing.  This is really the main goal for any beginning business owner. Whatever you offer, whoever you work with, whatever you work on or study needs to be a confidence-building experience or relationship. Just like every beginner, I had no idea about the results my first coaching client would get working with me back in 2008 but because I had already started my life coaching classes, I was pretty sure I wouldnt break her (and I told her as much!). A certification program or degree can give you the structure you need to do your best work with your clients but so can trial-and-error work with guinea pigs, when youre still certain  you can deliver on what you promise them. And remember, theres plenty of benefits of being a beginner, so dont rush through it! fitting  into your lifestyle goals and timeline.  Two big reasons I became a certified life coach instead of a social worker or psychologist was because (a) I didnt want to go back to school in a way that would take years of mine or leave me in major debt (b) I knew I was too sensitive to talk to people about their heavy issues, going back to their childhood or exploring things that were traumatic for them. When I decided to get my certification, I settled on a program whose classes were taught over the phone. The modules could be  taken  in any order, classes  were occurring 15ish hours a day during the week, and  you had two years to complete the training without paying any  additional fees.  That type of learning fit with my full-time work schedule, and the cost of the program fit within my budget. That all worked for where I was in 2007, and what my goals were.  Since Ive yet to help a client find their  what without finding their  how, I  know theres a program out there that wor ks for you should you decide you want training, a certification or a degree. your personal value system.  School has to be important to  you. It has to be something  you are proud of. Ultimately, I decided to renew my PCC credential this past December not because its a make-or-break for my clients, but its a make-or-break for  me. Im proud of my certification. Im proud of my credential. Im proud of the letters that I can put after my name. That speaks  for me to those who decide to look into what those letters mean and how I got them. Ultimately, my own value system and sense of pride led to me putting my time, energy and money into that credential renewal. Whether you decide to go back to school or not, take action in a way that aligns with the vision you have for your career in the future. I know people that take classes  only because they have a personal interest and hear a tiny voice telling them to, and  that leads to them discovering a career path theyre passionate about. Listen to your gut, stay away from the shoulds, and  move forward in a way that feels freeing and empowering to  you. Did you go back to school in some way? What made you make that decision, or take a pass? I wanna hear it in the comment below!

How to Write a Strong Resume - Using Skills to Build Your Resume

How to Write a Strong Resume - Using Skills to Build Your ResumeIf you want to write a strong resume, the first thing you should do is make sure that you have taken the time to find out about how to write a strong resume. Most people make the mistake of just blindly tossing out resume writing information and simply filling in some basic, standard jobs. A resume that doesn't represent you, as a person, is worthless, so you must know what information goes into writing a strong resume.First, do your research before beginning your resume writing. It would be a waste of time and effort if you have no idea what information to include. Make sure that you have a list of skills and attributes that you have that are relevant to the job you are applying for. Look for job descriptions or company literature that have the information you need in it.Next, you will want to learn how to write a strong resume. The information contained within resumes can vary depending on the job you are applying for, but you should consider the following when writing a resume:What are your career goals? This is a very important part of writing a resume, and not the part most people think about.Do you have any professional experience in the field you are applying for? You should be able to tell yourself that you have professional experience and qualifications in your current field. This includes showing evidence of work experience in many fields, such as management consulting, public relations, or other similar fields.Think about where you learned your skills. Many people are unprepared for this part of the job application process. If you have taken some advanced classes at a college or university, for example, it may be a good idea to show evidence of your coursework. Another way to show this is to highlight your GPAor SAT scores in your resume.Writing a resume is no different than any other job application. Keep these tips in mind when applying for a job. By making sure that you have the right skills and qualifications, you can give yourself the best chance at getting hired.

8 signs you should look for a new job

8 signs you should look for a new job You’re happy in your job. It’s fun and rewarding. The pay is nice. Co-workers are lovely, and many are good friends. You never want to leave. But sometimes, the ground shifts. And if you are not aware of what’s going on, you may watch your lovely workplace deteriorate into drudgery and even nastiness, or find yourself unemployed. It’s better to look for a new job when you still have one. And as wrenching as the prospect of leaving is, knowing when to consider it is important. Here are eight warning signs that you might want to look for a new position elsewhere: 1. Your company is acquired. When Microsoft announced it was buying LinkedIn, you had to wonder: What roles might end up redundant? Change of ownership means employment changes. This doesn’t mean I think everyone in LinkedIn (or Microsoft) should fear losing their livelihoods. Still, you don’t want to be caught unawares in a restructuring that alters or even eliminates your position. Close Modal DialogThis is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. 2. New management comes in. An acquisition usually means a new boss (although Microsoft says it will keep LinkedIn’s current chief executive). But management shuffles happen more often at companies where there’s no ownership change. Very often, switches at the top mean the old ways are upended. If you’re close to the outgoing senior management, you may be targeted because the new guard wants their loyalists. If you think you’re too junior to worry about management changes, keep in mind that changes trickle down. Senior management may bring in a new marketing head, who may cast out the marketing manager, your beloved boss. Then the new marketing manager brings her team over, and that makes you expendable. Keep track of comings and goings at your company, not just at the senior-most levels. 3. The company relocates part of its operations. First the company opens an office in a cheaper location just for its non-essential functions. Then it realizes how much money it saves from this and adds to what departments are non-essential. Pretty soon everyone but the client-facing roles must move. But you may not want a relocation halfway across the country. So pay attention to whether your company is migrating to other areas. 4. The company announces a new initiative. Sure, a new foray can be great news: The company is expanding, innovating, and trying something new. But soberly evaluate how this affects your area. Does the new endeavor indicate a change in strategy? If so, and if it’s away from what you are working on (e.g., the company prioritizes an activity that’s not yours), the result could be shrinking resources and a shrinking team. 5. Your company’s financials turn negative. Just as you want to stay updated on company announcementsâ€"that’s how you can hear about the new initiativesâ€"you also want to keep abreast of company financials. Don’t just gloss over the quarterly earnings or the annual report. Track the health of your company’s bottom line. Is the company profitable? Is it growing? Is your area (department, location, product line) doing well? 6. Industry financials sour. Even should your company be doing well, it’s not good news if the overall industry is flagging. Don’t assume your employer will continue to buck the larger trend. Keep up with general business news so you know which industries are growing and which are struggling. If you’re active in a professional association, ask your colleagues how their employers companies are doing and what trends they’re seeing on the horizon. 7. Top performers leave. Most top performers know their market value and are very proactive about maximizing career opportunities. If the colleagues you admire are exiting, it’s because they see better prospects elsewhere. Their moves don’t necessarily correlate 1:1 with what’s best for you, but maybe they know something important that you don’t. Find out. 8. Your role changes. Absent a promotion, when management alters what you do, be wary. For example, if your boss gives your time away to another group, that could signal your manager is on the outsâ€"or that the new group takes priority over yours, or your function is moving elsewhere. True, if you’re asked to take on additional responsibilities, this could be a vote of confidence. Or it could be the company is trying to do more with less because it (or the whole industry) is under financial siege. When changes happen to your role, company or industry, it does not always mean you should automatically start a job search, especially if you’re happy where you are. But you should start paying closer attention. This way, you’re ahead in the job-hunting game well before all your other colleagues panic and flood the market.

eFileCabinet Review Best Low-Cost Document Management System for Small Businesses

eFileCabinet Review Best Low-Cost Document Management System for Small geschftlicher umgangesOur 2019 research and analysis of document management ordnungsprinzips leads us to recommend eFileCabinet as the best low-cost document management ordnungsprinzip for small geschftliches miteinanderes. We chose eFileCabinet from the dozens of document management systems we considered.To read ur full methodology and a more comprehensive list of document management systems, visit our best picks page.Why eFileCabinet?For small businesses on a budget, saving money is important. However, inexpensive doesnt mean much if the software is cheap and lacks the essential features you need. For document management systems, small businesses need access to an easy-to-use platform, optical character recognition (OCR) for scanned documents, plus workflow automation and collaboration tools. These features are critical to the success of your document management system.eFileCabinet offers a cost-effective soluti on that doesnt cut corners on the fruchtwein important features. Small businesses can still leverage eFileCabinet as a relatively comprehensive platform for document management without breaking the bank.Editors note Looking for a document management system for your business? To help you choose the one thats right for you, use the questionnaire below to have our sister site BuyerZone provide you with information from a variety of vendors for freeEase of UseeFileCabinet has a bit of a learning curve but is still relatively easy to use. The user interface resembles an email inbox, such as Microsoft Outlook, and can be navigated in much the same way. On the left side of the screen, eFileCabinet features a customizable folder tree that organizes all your documents. The software allows users to preview and annotate documents in a preview window.The interface itself is sleek, verlottern and minimalist. However, there are multiple windows and icons that will take new users some time to lear n. The learning curve isnt very steep, but some users might require some minor training to grasp the less-intuitive aspects of the system. Still, implementing eFileCabinet shouldnt slow down your day-to-day workflow once your staff becomes proficient with the system.PricingeFileCabinet Online offers several plans for small businesses, which differ according to storage space and features. (Each of these plans are billed annually.) Full details can be found on the companys pricing page.Basic, $15 per user, per month The Basic pricing package includes 25GB of storage space plus secure file-sharing. This plan is relatively thin compared to the others but offers a workable solution at a very competitive price point. Advantage, $30 per user, per month, 3-user minimum The Advantage pricing package builds on the Basic plans offerings, expanding storage space to 1TB of data and including secure file-sharing, the sidekick workflow automation tool, custom and preset templates, user check-in an d checkout, profile tagging, e-signature tools, audit trail features and mobile access. Business, $55 per user, per month The Business package is marketed as eFileCabinets best value, and it offers the widest array of features among the pricing packages. In addition to the features available in the Advantage plan, the Business package offers 5TB of storage space, along with business process automation, zoned optical character recognition (OCR) capture, onboarding tools, manager/admin approvals and data-specific file routing.For larger businesses, eFileCabinet offers an Enterprise plan that includes a site license and more than 5TB of storage depending on your needs. Pricing is customized for each business and requires a quote from the eFileCabinet sales department.FeatureseFileCabinet boasts a strong permissions feature, which allows system administrators to restrict which users can access and edit files. Permissions can be assigned on both an individual and group grund, making it e asy to set up general permissions, but one nice aspect of the software is that you can override these general permissions on a case-by-case basis as needed.The software also maintains a customizable template-creation feature. Templates can be used to quickly generate common documents, like letters generated automatically on your company letterhead or invoices. Users can choose from and then customize a variety of templates to automate the routine aspects of document creation for your business.Other features include a zonal OCR tool, which is used when you scan documents into the system the Sidekick desktop app, which offers fast access to your files and an e-signature tool, which makes signing documents or requesting signatures from clients and partners a seamless, built-in process.eFileCabinet has partnered with SecureDrawer, which allows you to encrypt and electronically send confidential files as large as 1GB to co-workers or clients.In addition to the software application, eFile Cabinet offers a user-friendly mobile application. Its fast and provides quick access to the documents you use most. The homepage displays files you have recently worked on and those you have marked as favorites. In addition, there is a menu tab that includes a search bar to quickly locate any document in the system and a link that allows you to view all your cabinets, drawers and folders.For eFileCabinets cloud-based platform, it requires several security precautions to ensure files are always protected. All documents are stored in the companys certified data centers that are Level 1 PCI-compliant. For maximum protection, documents are encrypted while being transmitted. These security measures are critical when trusting a third-party custodian to monitor and manage your documents.eFileCabinet also integrates with Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, Salesforce, Sage and Foxit, and offers API integration at Advantage level and higher.Customer ServiceWe were satisfied with the customer serv ice we received from eFileCabinet. During our initial call, we spoke to a representative who took the time to ensure we had a clear understanding of the system. We discussed pricing, how the cloud-based solution is accessed, its features, how the mobile app works, the amount of included storage and the data centers security measures.Users of the system can contact the support team via live chat, phone or email from 730 a.m. to 6 p.m. (MST), Monday through Friday. There is also a built-in user guide that answers common questions, such as how to create file cabinets and folders as well as how to share and store documents. In addition, the website features several videos on how to use the system and an extensive FAQs section.LimitationsWhile eFileCabinet offers a strong low-cost option, its Basic plan, the most comprehensive features are only available through its Business package, which is the costliest package the company offers. At $55 per user, per month, that plan is comparable to the costs of other document management companies we evaluated.Still, for small businesses on a budget that need the most central features of a document management system, eFileCabinet delivers a comprehensive software application that will suit most small businesses needs and workflows. Further, the higher-priced plans provide a path for very small businesses to grow into as they scale and their budget expands, making eFileCabinet our best pick for a low-cost document management system.In 2018, we named eFileCabinet our best pick for remote workforces. If youd like to learn more about why we selected eFileCabinet as our best pick in 2018, read our previous review here.Ready to choose a document management system? Heres a breakdown of our complete coverageDocument Management Systems A Buyers GuideBest Document Management Software and Systems 2019Best Overall Document Management SystemBest Document Management System for Small BusinessesBest Document Management System for Collaboratio nEditors note Looking for a document management system for your business? To help you choose the one thats right for you, use the questionnaire below to have our sister site BuyerZone provide you with information from a variety of vendors for free Adam C. Uzialko Adam C. Uzialko, a New Jersey native, graduated from Rutgers University in 2014 with a degree in political science and journalism and media studies. He reviews healthcare information technology, call centers, document management software and employee monitoring software. In addition to his full-time position at Business News Daily and business.com, Adam freelances for several outlets. 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The No. 1 Surprisingly Easy Way to Be Happier At Work, According to Science

The No. 1 Surprisingly Easy Way to Be Happier At Work, According to Science You forgot to set your alarm, so youre running late. You completely missed a deadline, so your boss gives you an earful when you finally arrive. A hundred emails come in before lunchtime. And by the end of the day, you feel like the world is crashing down around you. How do you handle this?Ive had days eerily similar to this, and how I dealt with itwas simple push down any semblance of authentic human emotion, try to think happy thoughts and plaster on a smile until the end of the day. Its a fairly common tactic.But faking happiness until you feel it is surprisingly bad advice.Studieshave shown that suppressing negative emotions can lead to mora distress later on.So, how should you deal with an awful day at workif you shouldnt fake it til you make it?Accept your sad.Rather than avoiding what you feel, lean into it. Keeping emotions at bay is hard work that causes additional stress.Onestudyused this theory as a framework to see if suppressing pain made the perception of pain lower or higher. Researchers exposed 219 volunteers to an uncomfortable cold pressor procedure, then assessed tolerance time, distress, and perceived pain intensity from each participant. The participants were divided into three groups based on how they were able to cope suppression, acceptance, or spontaneous coping. The suppression group showed the highest overall pain and distress ratings, while the acceptance group had the lowest ratings.Accepting negative feelings also leads to better overall psychological health. Onestudysurveyed 1,000 subjects about mindfulness, life satisfaction, depressive symptoms, anxiety symptoms, and the number of stressful events theyd experienced. Researchers found that those who accepted the negative feelings were mora psychologically healthy. In fact, acceptance works so well as a coping mechanism, even people with mora stressors were more psychologically healthy than less stressed p eoplewhen they accepted their stress.Practice mindfulness.Anotherstudydemonstrated that higher levels of mindfulness, which includes acknowledging negative feelings rather than suppressing them, leads to better psychological health overall. Adolescents completed surveys that measured daily stress, dysphoric affect, and state rumination. Multilevel modeling analyses revealed that those who practiced facets of mindfulness showed lower levels of dysphoric mood. Those less mindful were more vulnerable to the negative effects of stress.And realize negative emotions havean important place in life, too.Negative emotions can also impact our actions for the better.I mean, confronting the panic brought on by your alarm clock not going off can teach you to double check it before bedmoving forward. Accepting how upset you feel after an altercation with a coworker will remind you to compromise more in the future.While positive thinking certainly has its place, all of the emphasis placed on just shaking it off or getting over itcan do more harm than good. So the next time you end up with a true case of the Mondays, dont beat yourself up for feeling like garbage. Acknowledge that sometimes things are garbage, and theres nothing wrong with you for noticing.--Kayla Heisler is an essayist and Pushcart Prize-nominated poet. She is a contributing writer for Color My Bubble. Her work appears in New Yorks Best Emerging Poets anthology.

Get the Scoop on Dental Assistant Resume Before Youre Too Late

Get the Scoop on Dental Assistant Resume Before Youre Too Late Choosing Dental Assistant Resume Should you need further help, our Career Services Department can direct you on the perfect path. In addition, you can find out more about healthcare careers on Monster. Part of the challenge of locating jobs as a Dental Assistant is being aware of what to do throughout the procedure. Job prospects are normally strong, and pay can be helpful. Many skills are necessary to turn into a thriving registered dental assistant. Nobody knows better than a dental assistant a very good smile creates a fantastic first impression. If youre seeking to develop into a dental assistant, you are going to want to look to your resume first. You cannot take the licensing exam unless youve been certified. Because you might have multiple certifications for a dental career, you might rather create a different section for your certifications. The kind of examination is set by the state where the denta l assistant wants to practice. The dental business is well known to be one that is fast changing. Key Pieces of Dental Assistant Resume Dental assistants sttze the part of dentists at dental offices around the nation, ensuring they work efficiently and offer the very best patient care possible. They should have superior knowledge and expertise in the field of dentistry. They must work closely with dentists and patients. They are an important part of a dental practice and perform a variety of tasks, from assisting directly in patient care to office work. Dental Assistant Resume Help A good sample dental assistant resume will place some emphasis on such individuals ability to produce the consumers feel at ease. Finally, think about the sort of dental clinic youre applying for. Your resume should be formatted in an easy, professional method. For instance, almost 3 times as several resumes mention sterilization as job offers. Attempt to not just concentrate on listing tas ks which you did on your dental assistant resume, but in addition on achievements. After the individual is made comfortable, other dental assistant duties are likely to include getting more info about the patients past dental history and the reason behind their visit. Your resume should also concentrate on facts. The better choice for most dental assistants is to just consist of contact information for individuals who would like to give references. The dental profession demands knowledge of and capacity to use tools. As stated previously, the dental business is developing rapidly. Excellent hygiene as a result of sensitive nature of the job, great hygiene has to be maintained in line with professional standards. Put simply, you can depend on me to have the crucial understanding, skills, and abilities, together with a complete comprehension of all security and procedural guidelines that has to be followed in a dental clinic.