The Guide to Listen First Recruitment Marketing

The Guide to Listen First Recruitment Marketing Where do you start with recruitment marketing? Effective recruitment marketing should always begin with listening. In this episode, Katrina shares her take on employer brand vs. recruitment marketing, best practice in recruitment communications, tips tricks around job descriptions, application processes, understanding what candidates want and much more. For most of Katrina’s career, she has been a marketer living in a recruiter’s world â€" listening to both sides of the talent equation to understand endemic issues and conceptualize solutions for engaging and (hopefully) hiring better people. Today, she takes all of that listening and creates recruitment marketing strategies that work. Have a listen to the interview below, keep reading for a summary and be sure to subscribe to the  Employer Branding Podcast. Listen on  Apple Podcasts,  Stitcher Radio,  Google Play  or  SoundCloud. In this episode youll learn: Why recruitment marketing is more important than it has ever been because candidates are more decisive than they have ever been because they can. They can say no. Why the number one content challenge in the talent space is translating your authentic story into the practical  application. What the difference between employer branding and recruitment marketing. If there a step-by-step guide to recruitment marketing. Why plagiarism is the biggest pitfall Katrina sees in recruitment marketing. How to go about creating the perfect job description. Why landing pages increase the quality of applicants you will receive. If it is worth investing heavily in video  job ads. Connect with Katrina on LinkedIn.

Summers in the Office Dos and Donts

Summers in the Office Dos and Donts When the weather warms up and holidays are edging closer, it can be all too tempting to relax and let your professional guard down. If this is something you identify with, then you aren’t alone. Workplace data suggests that  productivity drops 20% during the summer months, with 45% of employees admitting that they’re more distracted. This could be down to excitement over upcoming holiday plans, the shift in team stability due to holiday absences or hot weather causing a lull in concentration. Here are some basic summer dos and don’ts for the workplace, so you can keep focussed and on-track, while still making time to enjoy the nice weather. DO: enjoy the weather It’s no fun being indoors when the weather is nice. Make the most of the season by taking time to enjoy the sunshine, so you can stay focussed while you’re at work. Lunchtime strolls, picnics or walking to and from the office are all easy ways to do this. DONT: relax your wardrobe too much Hot weather can leave you feeling stifled and uncomfortable, both in the office and on your commute. Where possible, avoid the temptation to bare all or resort to inappropriate office attire. Flip flops, strapless dresses, sheer blouses or anything you’d normally wear to the beach are fashion don’ts for summer. If you really can’t get out of the heavy suits and thick fabrics, keep cool with desk fans and by drinking plenty of water. DO: stop to assess your career progress Summer brings you neatly into the middle half of the year and that makes it a great time to stop and  reassess your continual learning plan. Book some time with your manager to  look at the targets you’ve achieved  and what you’d like to get out of the final 6 months. It’ll help you stay on track and will show you just how far you’ve come already. DONT: skip your holiday We all need a good workâ€"life balance to stay happy but getting into the habit of skipping holidays is something many of us are guilty of.  Research shows that the average employee only takes 77% of their allotted annual leave, with only 12% of 16-24 year olds using the full amount. Even when we do take time off, 44% of us admit to working while away. Using the summer season to take time off is essential for recharging your batteries and can also be great for your career, too. Taking proper breaks leads to higher rates of productivity. If you’re worried about missing an opportunity or causing a work backlog, try checking with your manager regarding upcoming busy period and projects so you can plan your holiday more effectively. DO: use the season as another way to connect with your team-mates You don’t need the HR department or a large budget to arrange fun office activities for summer with your teammates. Try starting an ‘ice cream happy hour’ or inviting your team out to lunch in the park rather than sitting in the canteen. Arranging a casual after-work sporting match or friendly game is a great way of keeping active and gives you the chance to bond with other employees that you wouldn’t normally get a chance to talk to. It is possible to achieve a healthy  workâ€"life balance  during the summer months, without the weather putting your professionalism or workplace happiness at risk. Try a few of these suggestions and strike the perfect balance this year. About the author:  Phil Sheridan  is the managing director for Robert Half International’s UK operations where he is responsible for leading the organisation’s strategy and direction across more than 20 office locations.

Oxygen Resume Template Freebie

Oxygen Resume Template Freebie Oxygen Resume Template Freebie Sometimes, renewal is necessary. You need to add some frassiness to your resume. This template is perfect for that. Our Oxygen resume template gives your talents and accomplishments plenty of room to breathe. We’ve created a template that makes strong use of negative space to let the text of your resume truly shine through. Further, the greens and blues bring your resume to life. The result is a natural look that promotes positive thinking and improved moods. That may seem like a small thing, but it can make a bit of difference in the eyes of a hiring manager!This resume template is easily customized to meet your needs. You can change the text as you please, add your photo, and make other adjustments as needed. All the edits can be made in Word, once you’ve downloaded it. We’re also proud to offer you this template for free, just like many other designs.If you get hired after using this template or any other template from Freesumes, well definitely want to hear from you, so feel free to leave a comment below to share your experience. Thank you, youre awesome! File size: 133 KB Format: .docx Downloaded 3,152 times License: Free, personal use only. Please read the license terms for resources. Download previous article Thinking About A Change Of Career? next article What Recruiters REALLY WANT To See On Your Resume in 2018? you might also likeThe Freelancers Resume Creative Resume Template for Independent Workers

10 Meeting Room Designs You Wont Believe Are Real

10 Meeting Room Designs You Won’t Believe Are Real This post is sponsored by Meetings   The UK’s leading provider of flexible meeting solutions with a portfolio  across London and Southern England. ‘Old Skool’ Table and Chairs I am a fan of simplicity and minimalistic use of space. And this Canadian PR agency BICOM has this cool meeting room. Some chairs, a table and wooden walls. Old school lighting and next to no technology â€" a room for creativity and brainstorming? Perfect! Meeting rooms should entice creativity to get those brain juices flowing. And this meeting room design does just that. ‘Made for Godfather’ Meeting Room That’s what comes to my mind when I see this meeting room Godfather would walk in and select you for the next mission. Not far off; it’s a meeting room that Dropbox uses for interviews. Think how cool it would be to walk into this meeting room for an interview? I would love to try that, if only for the experience! You can see some more of Dropbox office architecture here. ‘Colourful but Professional’ Gets The Job Done How does a big wig like Microsoft appear vibrant yet professional? I don’t know â€" and if I knew that, I would offer the answer to Microsoft for about a million dollars. But when I look at this Microsoft meeting room, from their Lisbon office â€" I am awed. It has everything you want in a meeting room, technology, minimalistic furniture, colour, vibrancy and professionalism. Doing just enough without going overboard â€" a perfect meeting room for me. You can see some more pics from Microsoft’s Lisbon offices. ‘The Trendy’ Let’s Get Stuff Done Ever used Tripadvisor? Of course at some point you have. It’s a website that does extraordinary things with ordinary information â€" it has taken local information global. Who would’ve thought someone in China cares about a hotel in Edinburgh? And who had the brains to think it up? And those brains sit in this meeting room I like. It’s trendy, it’s funky, yet has what is required for a meeting. Colourful and vibrant, I love it. Some more pictures from this new re-designed office can be found here. ‘The Breakaway’ Meeting Room I like breakout rooms; sometimes you want to take your laptop and sit with 2-3 other colleagues to discuss something. I don’t want an 8-people meeting room, just a small breakout room to talk things through. And that’s why I love this meeting (almost a breakout) room by Airbnb. I like how Airbnb is using their office space just like users see listings on their website. Minimalistic but does the job â€" and a little bit of character thrown in. Voila, it’s beautiful. See some more of Airbnb architecture here. ‘The Extravagant’ Sober Journalist Meeting Room That’s the next meeting room on my list. Extravagant but sober. What do I mean by that? Well, it’s like the difference between a shiny and a matte finish object. They could both look amazing in their own way. And this BBC Worldwide meeting room is one of them. Nothing is shiny, yet it is vibrant and colourful. It is minimalistic, yet it is inspiring. And if you look at some of the other architecture from BBC worldwide here, you’ve got to say, it is very impressive how they’ve done it without going overboard on the shiny stuff. ‘The Quiet Star’ Gets Noticed I often go into a conference or meeting room, grab a chair, sit down and then make myself comfortable. Chairs are as important part of a meeting room as the equipment within it â€" without comfortable chairs, the meeting would be way more uncomfortable. But chairs often get overlooked â€" they are the silent stars of good meetings and never get a mention. And I only realised this when I saw the meeting room below. Quiet and colourful. The chairs are the attraction â€" and who wouldn’t smile in this meeting room? It’s heavenly. And this blog documents scenes from their office, so you can see more here. ‘Pacman’ Enough Said What’s one sure shot way to get people to come to your meeting? Call it the Pacman meeting room. Then do it justice and add Pacman stuff. Well played, Cool Blue, well played. See more from Cool Blue here. P.s.: I LOVE THIS! ‘Super Mario’  You’re Kidding Me Nope, no way. In fact, the same guys who did Pacman above did the Super Mario bros meeting room below. Can someone find these people and salute them for me please? See some more of the architecture here. 10. ‘Uh…What’ Meeting Room Some may or may not like this. But I like it. It has striking colours and a strong quote and is minimalistic otherwise. It’s almost art. I will leave you with it. See more of this place here. This post is sponsored by Meetings   The UK’s leading provider of flexible meeting solutions with a portfolio  across London and Southern England. 102

Writing a Resume For Higher Education

Writing a Resume For Higher EducationWriting a resume for higher education is very important for anyone who wants to be accepted by a better-qualified institution. Having a good college resume can do wonders in bringing you a higher paying job than you thought possible. Read on if you want to know how to write a resume for higher education.First, realize that it is no use to write an email or a letter about yourself when you are trying to call someone out. Most employers will not read an email, let alone a letter that is written too fast. Make sure that the letter is well written and is descriptive of your skills and experience. Also, make sure that the letter is written clearly. There is no point in writing a letter if it is hard to understand.It is not just about writing a good college application, though. It is also about being aware of what you want out of a better-qualified job. Ask yourself if you really want to get into the institution of higher learning or if you are just the re for a vacation. If the answer is yes, then you must think about how you can benefit from it.If you think that you don't need to go to school, then there is no point in writing a resume for higher education. But, if you do, you must take time to consider what you want to gain from the education. Determine how much money you want to earn. Another important thing to consider is whether you will still be able to support yourself after finishing the college education.Since you will not be required to give an exam, you also need to determine whether you need the certification or degree. Some jobs will ask for certificates or degrees. Even though you may not need them, it is still important to have them because they can help you get the job faster.You must write a curriculum vitae or resume for higher education, if you will be applying for a job that asks for one. The CV has a strong effect on the job you get. The longer it is, the more chances you have to get the job you want. You will also need a good letter so that your CV will be approved for publication.It is important that you take the time to analyze the career you want before you start writing your resume. Ask yourself if you can apply the skills and experiences you have to your chosen field. What you write will affect your future and should be written with that in mind.You must remember that your past relationships with your parents are important as well. Do not use past relationships to make your resume. Although it can be added as a factor, it cannot be ignored.

Job Search Navigation Expert...Hey, thats me!

Job Search Navigation Expert...Hey, thats me! Those of you who read my blog regularly know how deeply passionate I am about the subject of   job search and career management.   I write and speak from the heart. Since embarking on my own, I have been fortunate to have been invited to guest blog on MyFootPath, HireFriday as well as regularly post on BrandYourself.com. Each time this happens I beam with joy.   I think to myself, People think I have something to say!   Of all the things I want to be known for, being smart is one of them. I cant say for sure if this is why Ive been asked to guest post, but, I can say, it sure feels good! Many moons ago I wrote about the 6 word memoir after reading a post on Harvard Business Review.   I developed my six word memoir and I throw it out there every once in awhile. Sharing Information.   Holding Accountable. Better World. I want to continue sharing information. What I want more than anything is for everyone to understand that they are in charge of managing their job search, career and personal reputation. That is why, as I write this, I am beaming!     I am now a featured expert on one of THE most authoritative and comprehensive job search websites (US News and Forbes think so too) in the country, heck, maybe the world!   Job-Hunt.org.   Susan Joyce, editor, publisher, and Webmaster of Job-Hunt.org, is the brain behind this site.   She is highly respected and rightfully so.   In my mind, there is no greater honor to be able to share information on this site! If you havent visited the site, where have you been.   Only kidding.   There are incredible resources for job search there,   written by top-named experts. It is my honor to share that I am the Job Search Navigation Expert and my first post is 6 Steps: Pulling Together Your Job Search Gear Thank you to Susan for the honor of contributing!   Thank you to everyone who reads my work!

Ed Dieners FAQ on happiness is all kinds of awesome - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Ed Dieners FAQ on happiness is all kinds of awesome - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Often you Google one thing and end up with something else and thats how i discovered that Ed Diener (one of the worlds leading researchers in positive psychology) has an FAQ on Subjective Well-Being and that it is awesome! Its quite comprehensive (which is great) but its also nuanced and doesnt try to give easy answers when there arent any. Heres an example: Q: What is your advice to those who want to be happy? A: As I have said repeatedly, I have no simple, easy answer that will make everyone happy. Some people with serious problems need to see a therapist and get professional help. And many of us have such deep-grained habits that it wont be easy to change overnight. Plus, we all have our temperaments that will put some limits on how easy it for us to be happy. So there is no magic elixir. Having said this, I think there are some steps people can take to insure that they are as happy as they can be (although nothing will make us happy every moment, fortunately). First, we need good friends and family, and we may need to sacrifice to some extent to insure that we have intimate, loving relationships people who care about us, and about whom we care deeply. Second, we need to involve ourselves in activities work, for example that we enjoy and value. We are likely to be best at things we value and think are interesting. Finally, we need to control how we look at the world. We need to train ourselves not to make a big deal of trivial little hassles, to learn to focus on the process of working toward our goals (not waiting to be happy until we achieve them), and to think about our blessings (making a habit of noticing the good things in our lives). Or this one: Q: Are there scientific theories of SWB? A: There are lots of theories, but no powerful theory has emerged that can explain most of the data. There are theories about social comparison, about adaptation, and many other aspects of SWB, but each one of them seems to predict only some of the differences in happiness, and each of the theories thus far has been incompatible with at least some of the data. So the field is still in a theory-building stage. Beware of researchers who think that they have a broad theory that can explain everything about SWB. Many theories (e.g., the idea that people are less happy if they are around others who have more than they do) have proven oversimplified, or correct only in limited circumstances. Theres loads more. Go read the whole thing. Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related