Impressing at an interview

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin You don’t have to put so much pressure on yourself when interviewing for a new job. There are only a few things that you need to say to stand out. The key is to show interest, in-depth knowledge about the company, why you are a great fit and the value you’ll bring to the organization. You’ll also need to close the deal by letting the interviewers know you’ll gladly accept the role if offered. Here’s The Inside Scoop Interviewers are more nervous than you are. They’re pushed by angry hiring managers to quickly hire the best candidates after an employee has resigned, so as to not overburden the remaining team. It's a lot of pressure. They'll be blamed if they hire too soon and the person turns out to be a dud. The longer the hiring process takes, the more likely the rest of the staff will grow resentful of all the work that’s been dumped upon them without any additional compensation. If a new person isn’t onboarded, … [Read more...] about Here’s What To Say In An Interview To Land The Job Offer

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The U.S. Phoenix Ghost loitering munition or kamikaze drone was completely unknown until the Biden administration announced in April the U.S. was sending 121 of them to Ukraine. No details were released apart from vague comments that it resembled the better-known AeroVironment Switchblade , and no images of the elusive weapon have ever appeared. However, the recent announcement that 580 more Phoenix Ghosts are going to Ukraine, with steady deliveries promised from California-based makers Aevex Aerospace , is a tacit acknowledgement of how successful they have been. There was no mention of more Switchblades, which appear less popular. The success may have opened some cracks in the walls of silence, including what may be the first video of a Phoenix Ghost strike. The video, shared on Twitter by military analyst Rob Lee, shows an attack on a Russian 82mm mortar position. Lee notes that the video is tagged as being … [Read more...] about Has Elusive ‘Phoenix Ghost’ Loitering Munition Broken Cover At Last?

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin One of the reasons people hate looking for a job is that they feel uncomfortable talking about themselves. To many, the whole job search process feels too “salesy.” But, of course, that's exactly what it is. You are selling a product, and the product is you. Yet it doesn't have to be awkward. With practice, highlighting your skills and accomplishments will feel much more natural. No matter where you are in the hiring process, some strategies will help you stand out in a crowd. Let’s look at five simple ways to jumpstart your job search. Conduct thorough research Start the job search by doing your homework before you speak to the employer. Recruiters and hiring managers appreciate applicants who prepare and understand the organization’s pain points. The first thing you should do is visit their website. You'll have access to valuable information, including the company’s history, mission, press releases and background … [Read more...] about How To Stand Out To Employers During Your Job Search

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin An ancient Latin proverb applies to most any pursuit in life: “If the wind will not serve, take to the oars.” That timeless counsel seems especially pertinent for anyone searching for employment. Doubly so in a volatile job market. Some experts predict that, by 2025, people in their 30s will comprise the majority of the world’s workforce. Most of those people are still navigating the early stages of their careers. They’re facing the challenge of establishing their own personal “brands” and standing out in a crowded pool of applicants. Unfortunately, many of the applicants in that pool are ill-prepared for launching—not to mention advancing—their careers. Mark Zides can help. As founder and chief executive of CoreAxis Consulting , an award-winning talent management firm, he teaches young adults the skills they need to climb the ladder of career success. His new book is The #PACE Process for Early Career … [Read more...] about Helpful Tips For Your Job Hunting Journey

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Author Nicole A. Taylor is a firm believer in finding joy in the everyday and sharing with family and friends around the table — or the fire pit. Here are a few ideas to help end the season on a high note. Watermelon & Red Birds Taylor’s latest launched in the spring, its full title reading: “A Cookbook for Juneteenth and Black Celebrations.” The author makes a compelling case that the holiday commemorating the long overdue freeing of enslaved African people in Texas years after the Civil War should be honored in an Everyday Juneteenth kind of way. “Even on the days that are not demarcated as holidays or holy days or special days, we should do special things for ourselves and the ones we hold dear. These small everyday traditions, these molecules of the ordinary, can have power and meaning, if we allow them to. Rituals of leisure and care are as much a testament to what Juneteenth has made possible as voting … [Read more...] about Easy Ways To Amp Up Your Summer Celebrations

As the millions (or is it billions?) of people around the world who dislike their bosses will surely know, it is generally preferable to work for someone you like. If this statement isn’t obvious or intuitive enough, then consider some basic research: advertisement advertisement People rarely get promoted into management or leadership roles unless they are deemed at least somewhat likable by others. Effective leaders are generally more likable, at least from a personality perspective . More often than not, they are emotionally stable, agreeable, sociable, curious, and conscientious, all of which are desirable traits in most cultures. Emotional intelligence, which predicts high levels of likability, is linked to a range of positive performance outcomes in leaders, from higher levels of team engagement , performance , and productivity to lower levels of problematic team behaviors , turnover, and toxicity. And … [Read more...] about 3 reasons why likability in leadership can backfire, according to science

BABIES UNDER THREAT IN COLORADO … Colorado Governor Signs Bill Legalizing Abortion Up Until Birth Democratic Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signed an abortion bill into law Monday that legalizes abortion as a “right” in the state. Polis signed Colorado HB 22-1279, the Reproductive Health Equity Act, which passed the state Senate Mar. 23 by a vote of 20-15 and allows access to abortion for pregnant women up until birth, according to the Colorado legislature. The law prohibits local or state governments from enacting laws intended to “deny, restrict, interfere with or discriminate against an individual’s fundamental right to use or refuse contraception or to continue a pregnancy and give birth or to have an abortion.” “A pregnant individual has a fundamental right to continue a pregnancy and give birth or to have an abortion and to make decisions about how to exercise that right,” the law stated. “A fertilized egg, embryo, or fetus does not have independent or derivative rights … [Read more...] about Editor Daily Rundown: Babies Under Threat In Colorado

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin In the first part of this Forbes interview series with Jimmie Johnson, we covered a lot of ground, discussing whether there’s any truth to the rumors he may return to NASCAR from IndyCar, his Chip Ganassi Racing partner Scott Dixon, whether Indy cars are more dangerous than stock cars, why he was so aggressive last month at the Iowa IndyCar race finishing fifth, his seven Cup Championships, and whether he’ll still be racing at age 50. Here, we cover what racing was like during COVID-19, Johnson’s impressions of the great Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt, Sr., advice he has for youngsters wanting to get into motorsports, what he’s afraid of, and how racing Indy cars differs from racing stock cars. Following are edited excerpts from a longer phone conversation. Jim Clash: The only other NASCAR racers with seven Cup Championships are Dale Earnhardt, Sr., and Richard Petty. Your thoughts on those two legends. Jimmie … [Read more...] about All Things Jimmie Johnson, Including Racing The IndyCar Series

4th Impact In 2014, a year prior to their fifth place finish in “The X Factor UK,” the vocal quartet 4th Impact—composed of sisters Almira, Irene, Mylene and Celina—flew to South Korea to audition for various entertainment agencies and compete in talent shows, like “Superstar K.” One agency was so impressed with the girls’ talents that they considered signing them. But then, it found out that they had already released an album. “We actually passed an audition and they were ready to sign us up. But as much as they wanted to get us, they didn’t because we already had a manager and a studio album. They were looking for artists who have never been under any management,” Irene recalled in a group interview at the recent launch of 4th Impact’s new single, “Tapat Sa ‘Yo,” at the Teatrino in San Juan City. But eight years later, things seemed to have gone full circle. Now, 4th Impact is part of the Manila-based South Korean media and events company ShowBT, whose roster of talents … [Read more...] about Signing up with South Korean company a full-circle moment for 4th Impact

Reins Mika. Photography by Dom Cruz; makeup by Justine Navato; hair by Patty Inojales For many of those entering the world of showbiz, many questions will cross their minds, particularly that of asking themselves whether they are making the right decision. And for all the rest outside of that circle, it may seem that showbiz is all fun and glamour, and therefore almost a no-brainer of a choice. On the contrary, this industry is for the strong-willed, spirited, and determined to succeed. Truly, there is a surfeit of new, upcoming, and developing young talent, but who among them will stand above the throng? I have zeroed in on a few of them in the last three years. One who stands out and on whom I would definitely put the spotlight is Reins Mika, the newest Regal Baby. She is also a young fashion model, commercial model and print ad model. It would seem that her next career direction would be in showbiz which beckons now to her enticingly and challengingly. Not one to shrink from … [Read more...] about Spotlight on Reins Mika