Choosing An IT Resume Template That Will Help You

Choosing An IT Resume Template That Will Help YouIf you are looking for an excellent IT resume template to help you with your job search, you have come to the right place. There are plenty of companies that offer a variety of templates, so you should not be hard pressed to find one that will meet your needs. You can expect the information on the template to be what you can expect from a job applicant in that position. Look for things such as contact information, education information, and so forth.Before you can start your job search, you must start the process of preparing your IT resume. The first thing you need to do is get a list of your education information. Do not wait until the last minute. You will want to make sure you provide all of the necessary details when you begin the process of writing your resume. This will help you shine in the eyes of a hiring manager.Now that you have your education list, you need to look at your career path and decide what IT jobs you want to ap ply for. Most likely, you want to start with something that you are familiar with. It may be a job within your field of work or perhaps an outside organization that is in the IT field.Now you need to find a good IT resume template that will help you to format your information the way you want it to look. There are plenty of choices for you to consider. The first thing you want to remember is that you do not want to try to sell yourself short by trying to cut corners.Make sure that when you go to purchase a template that you look at the template and see how it looks. Take a little time to see how it may benefit you in terms of formatting. This will help you to create a good resume. Also, make sure that you check the spelling of the words that you are going to include in your resume.Your IT resume will be your first impression when applying for a job. Therefore, you want to make sure that it is unique. Use your own words and do not copy someone else's work. Be bold and make sure that it reads well.Finally, do not forget to check the skills that you have learned while working in the IT field. Do not just put down a title. Go over your resume carefully and make sure that you did not leave anything out. Your IT resume will help to show your potential employer that you have the right knowledge and skills to fill the position.The best resume is one that is well prepared. With a good IT resume template, you can get the job that you have always wanted. There are plenty of companies that offer a variety of templates to choose from. Find the one that will fit your needs and then get started!

Are You a Commoner or Have You a Job - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Are You a Commoner or Have You a Job - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career I use the title loosely and with humor. I know the majority of readers are neither clergy nor nobility, and it’s likely that neither are they highly privileged like that “1 percent”â€"a notion popular during the most recent presidential election. My point is that America is divided between those who are currently employed and those unable to obtain employment. Regrettably, one side does not understand the other. People who are currently working are so focused on meeting supervisors’ expectations to protect their jobs that the things they hear in the media are only anecdotal and peripheral for them. Most of them are under unprecedented stress, and to relax, they socialize in bars and restaurants. Of course, they can afford to do that. In the area where I live, those who want to dine and socialize with friends in a restaurant must make reservations way ahead because most of the eateries are full to capacity. For those workers, the words recession and unemployment are ones they read or hear about in the media. On the other side are people I commonly talk with who are truly agonizing and at their wits’ end because seemingly, no matter what effort they put forth, they can’t get themselves into positions that would gain them some income. And in fact there’s even a smaller, third group, made up of those who’ve taken on temporary gigs in order to make the few bucks needed to keep their heads above waterâ€"if they can. People in both of those groupsâ€"the unemployed and the part-timersâ€"are surely going through an extremely difficult time in their lives. They feel deeply bitter, utterly frustrated, and quite lost because they simply don’t know what else they can do to get themselves out of their dire situations. As a practicing career coach, I work primarily, but not exclusively, with those two groups. I hear their pain, and I feel for them. I listen to their grievances and attempt to be encouraging and positive. Often, they tell me my coaching and mentoring are helping them move forward. I provide them with tools, resources, information, knowledge, and at times connections and leads via my extensive LinkedIn and personal networks. Many of my clients are getting job interviews, and for them I provide interview tips by means of certain interviewing techniques, and I help them formulate strong interview answers based on their individual circumstances. When I hear someone tell me about receiving a job offer, I know the client will be moving from one of those groups to the other. And the news is music to my ears.

You Defining You Vs. Your Job Defining You - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

You Defining You Vs. Your Job Defining You - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career This past year, one of my dearest friends left the workforce after 12 years with one of the leading sports companies. She told me she didn’t realize how often the first question most people ask is “what do you do?” until she stopped working. What we do, to an extent, has come to define us. I don’t believe this should be the case. This is why I am so passionate about personal branding. The focus is on YOU, and what YOU bring to the table in all areas, not your job. This doesn’t mean your job isn’t your primary focus, but that you have expanded your brand. Through brand exploration and expansion outside of your day job, two things can happen â€"opportunities and results. You open the door to different career opportunities With today’s economy, nothing is permanent, and losing your job is a real possibility. We are all people of many talents, allowing us opportunities to excel in multiple areas. If you only concentrate on one area, you may miss out on one of your other hidden talents. Professional athletes, as an example, are often so defined by their sport that it becomes paralyzing when they stop playing. For many, the end of their sports career happens in their late 20’s/early 30’s, just when most of us are gaining strides in our career. Venus Williams provides a great example of an elite athlete who was taught to explore her interests from an early age. “Tennis doesn’t define me,” she states defiantly “My parents taught me to be really well-rounded and to be more than just an athlete,”. While off tour in 2007, she enrolled in fashion design school so that she could pursue her interest in design. She has since started her own clothing line, EleVen and is a true entrepreneur. Your pursuits result in you excelling at your job Many people engage in athletic pursuits or meditation exercises outside of work. Doing so gives you a chance to clear your head or focus on something entirely different, in turn, paving the way for a fresh outlook or new ideas to emerge. Take Stanton Kawer, CEO of Blue Chip Marketing, he states in a Forbes article entitled “Yoga Made Me a Better CEO” that “yoga helps make me a more effective CEO by reorienting my outlook on lifemy buoyancy of spirit.” We can all learn from Venus or Stanton, and pave new paths or reinvigorate our current exploit. Yoga and going back to school are just two ideas. What other things have you tried, which helped you perform better in your day job or created a new career path? Author: Katie Marston is a partner in VMGelement , a personal brand development company focusing on professional athletes. Follow her on Twitter at @ktmarston

Taking the Driving Seat in a Candidate Driven Market

Taking the Driving Seat in a Candidate Driven Market Have you ever had a gut feeling that a candidate is not as good as you â€" and your client â€" think they are? As a recruiter, naturally eager to fill that position, especially if it’s a particularly challenging one that you have spent a lot of time and effort on already, how much time do you give to this feeling? How much do you allow yourself to consider its potential implications? Your candidate has performed well at interview, demonstrating that they have the skills and experience to do the job, that they will fit well culturally within the organization/team, and that this is the job they want. Essentially, they have done everything right to put themselves in strong consideration for the position. But something is somehow off. You look back on their behavior during the recruitment process itself. Not during the interviews, but the in-between bits. The email communications you have had with them weren’t quite as well presented or as timely as you would expect from the “perfect candidate”. Then there was that time they asked for a last-minute rescheduling of the second interview. Then there was a change in demands during the process â€" more flexible hours, a change in salary expectations, etc. And, looking back, it took you longer than it should have done to reach them when you were setting up the interviews, getting feedback, and doing follow-ups, etc, etc. (I’m sure this is starting to sound, at least in part, familiar.) So, suddenly you are questioning whether your candidate â€" who had convinced you, and your client, that this was their perfect job and they were the perfect candidate for it â€" is actually the person who showed up at interview. I would suggest that you should give serious recognition to those questions in your head, and here’s why. Candidate behavior during the recruitment process can tell you a lot more than you might give it credit for. If you think about it, the kinds of tasks, actions, and behaviors,   that the candidate engages in through the process â€" those things already mentioned above â€" are the kinds of things that they will be doing or using in any job they end up in. So if they can’t get the “simple” stuff right now, what’s to say they will get it right if they end up in your client’s role, no matter how well they have performed at the interview? In a way, the whole recruitment process itself is like the best kind of generic competency-based interview one could conjure, testing core skills and behaviors like written communication (accuracy/clarity and effectiveness thereof); verbal communication (ditto); following instructions; doing what you say you will do, and when; integrity and transparency; and an all-round “straightforwardness” in attitude and manner that, in my opinion, every great candidate possesses. My advice is, Listen to your gut. If something feels off, test it. You can do this either by direct questioning (if you have a decent relationship with your candidate and feel confident enough to do so) or by asking them to do something additional for you as part of the process â€" whatever seems most relevant to the doubts you have about them. And think about sharing your thoughts with your client â€" you should have the kind of relationship with them that makes this possible (and not too uncomfortable). If your spidey senses have kicked in before the end of the interview process perhaps you could work with your client to add an additional element into the next interview that will get to the heart of your suspicions? Just because we all live in a highly competitive, candidate-driven recruitment market that often requires us to make quick decisions, it does not mean that we should allow the candidate to drive the recruitment process in its entirety. Keep something back to make sure you, and your client, are still making solid judgments. No matter how much you want the “perfect candidate” to be just that, don’t be afraid of admitting that they might not be. In the end, no one wins if the perfect candidate turns out to be the wrong employee. About the author: Liz Arnold, is the Director of True Recruitment Solutions Ltd.

Harvey Weinstein, #MeToo and sexual harassment in the workplace

Harvey Weinstein, #MeToo and sexual harassment in the workplace This post was written by an external contributor. Following the #MeToo stories in response to the Harvey Weinstein sexual assault scandal, Louisa Wicks looks at how we can begin to challenge sexual harassment in the workplace   In the wake of the Harvey Weinstein sexual assault allegations, a huge number of women have been coming forward with their own stories to show just how endemic this problem is. What started with a number of high profile actresses coming forward and bravely sharing their own experiences of Weinsteins predatory behaviour, soon turned into a worldwide response. The sheer number of women sharing their stories, of all ages and from all walks of life, showed how the Harvey Weinstein story isnt unique, and sexual harassment is something which affects us all. And the supposed safety of the workplace, is one of the environments in which women are most vulnerable. If you’ve been sexually harassed or assaulted write ‘me too’ as a reply to this tweet. pic.twitter.com/k2oeCiUf9n â€" Alyssa Milano (@Alyssa_Milano) October 15, 2017 Sexual harassment in the workplace Sexual harassment in the workplace has always been a huge problem. A recent study found that one in three women aged between 18 and 34 have been sexually harassed at work, and nearly 90% of women have been harassed at some point in their lives. But what is particularly alarming is that over half of these women did not know who to contact after it had happened. Weinstein has been accused of around three decades of harassment, and many have been questioning why the women are only just speaking up now. In every news article detailing the latest allegations, there is always that one social media user who suggests that, by not speaking out earlier, the actresses were clearly putting their careers and monetary gain over the well-being of other actresses. Speaking out The reality is that most women are terrified of speaking out and dont know who to turn to. Especially in workplace environments, women often don’t speak up because usually their assaulter holds a huge amount of power, and could quite easily end their careers in seconds. When faced with someone with so much power and influence, many women know their story wouldnt be believed or just dismissed. Many also forget about just how much trauma and stress is involved in these situations. Kesha attempted to sue her former producer for sexual assault but ended up dropping the charges when the lawsuit started to take a toll on both her career and her mental health. But its important not to forget that this kind of sexual harassment doesnt just happen in the film and music industry; its happening all the time, whether in law, business, or public service, and women are often too afraid to speak up for fear of the repercussions. Time for change While #MeToo might suggest that weve finally reached a place where women feel comfortable speaking out about sexual harassment, the fact that many of the stories were still met with scepticism shows that more work needs to be done. In the workplace especially, we need to work harder to ensure the support networks are in place so women can speak out and seek the advice they need if necessary. The first step is making sure women are aware of who to contact if something happens. Speaking out is still incredibly difficult, but there should be  someone at the company who deals with complaints such as these. While this may help resolve the situation, in many industries women face not being taken seriously. Challenging the status quo We cant expect women to feel comfortable about speaking out, until we tackle the workplace culture that makes them feel uncomfortable speaking out in the first place. We need to create change in the way women are seen in a work environment. An obvious answer to this would be to push for more gender equality in senior management positions. I have lost count of the number of company photos I have seen with just one woman sitting at the senior table. We need more women in senior positions for a multitude of reasons, but crucially this will help challenge the male dominance that allows men such as Harvey Weinstein to act as they do. If men abuse their power, we need more women with the authority to call them out. This isnt going to happen overnight, but if were aware of the problem, talk about it openly, call out unacceptable behaviour when we see it and actively work towards creating a more equal and fair workplace environment, we can start to reduce the scale of  workplace harassment. Giving women a voice When #MeToo started trending on Twitter as a result of the Weinstein accusations, the sheer number of people finding the courage to share their stories was overwhelming, but highlighted the fact that attitudes are (slowly) starting to change. Women are speaking up in huge numbers for the first time, and supporting each other. Both male and female celebrities are commending the strength of survivors, which in turn has encouraged more people to speak up. Although more changes are needed in the workplace to tackle harassment, social media awareness is a good place to start. And while the accusations against him are truly horrific to read, the Harvey Weinstein case has given women a voice. After seeing high-profile, successful actresses find the courage to share a historical encounter, women like me and you are realising something so important. And even after the Weinstein case has left the headlines, we’ll still remember what it taught us: it taught us that we’re not alone. Connect with Debut on  Facebook,  Twitter,  and  LinkedIn  for more careers insights.

What Will You Do Differently This Week

What Will You Do Differently This Week We are creatures of habit. Many of us desire routines, rituals, stability. It is dangerous to be lulled into the complacency of habits. We need to continue to move forward and push ourselves out of our comfort zone. I write this primarily for myself. Fear of failure has long been the excuse I have provided for not trying new things or taking risks. When will I learn to let go of this excuse? There is certainly something I can do about it and I dont believe the answer lies in all of the sudden taking one large risk. Instead, it is about taking little risks daily. Almost like building up to running a marathon. My neighbor recently ran in the NY Marathon and he had been in training for many months. Did all that training prepare him for the physical and emotional strain of the full marathon, well, no.And he didnt win it either.Yet, he completed it. He will never forget the experience and he is a new person because of this experience. What can you do today, this week, this month, to begin training for your marathon? What small risk or one step can you take to push yourself out of your comfort zone? Heres what I am going to do.Instead of driving the known route to a destination, I am going to take a new route to each destination I made this week. Sounds simple or stupid, but as I think about how I am going to do that, it is developing something. I will not take anything for granted.

The Ultimate LinkedIn Tips to Bring Your Profile Up to Date

The Ultimate LinkedIn Tips to Bring Your Profile Up to Date Simply having an executive LinkedIn profile won’t do you much good. In fact, having an outdated profile is sometimes worse than not having one at all. If you aren’t sure how to optimize your LinkedIn profile, you aren’t alone. The good news is you can work with a professional LinkedIn profile writer (look no further!) to evaluate your current profile and help you strengthen it so you’re always prepared for the next opportunity that comes your way. Here are some basic tips to bring your profile up-to-date that people sometimes overlook. Create And Share Unique Content Creating unique and engaging content is invaluable today. People always look for an expert they can trust, and if you are that person then your personal branding will skyrocket. Brand yourself as an expert in your field and watch your reader engagement climb. Plus, consistently sharing your content on your executive LinkedIn profile shows you’re involved with your career and are a valuable resource for current information. You will also benefit from your profile ranking higher in the search results due to the amount of unique views your content receives. Build Your Number of Connections The more content you share, the more connections you will earn. An executive LinkedIn profile that’s up-to-date will always have a significant number of connections with new ones coming in every day. Your network can see when you make a new connection, depending on your privacy settings, so you’ll gain some credibility from that aspect as well. Never hesitate to target other professionals in your industry and reach out to them to connect. Be Active And Share Updates Once you’ve worked with a professional LinkedIn profile writer to complete your profile, be sure to stay active as much as you can. This could mean posting a new article every couple of days and sharing updates about your career, or making a new connection. These updates will help you remain on the radar to your connections, so your profile won’t turn stale. You could also consider being active in LinkedIn groups to promote your personal brand. Just be sure not to be overly active to the point where people get tired of seeing you post all the time. As with everything, balance is key. Professional Resume Services is here to help you when you aren’t sure how to optimize your LinkedIn profile. LinkedIn is such a valuable tool to have, whether you’re actively searching for a new job or not. Just having a profile that’s up-to-date will help you get recognized, and you can continue working on it to build your personal brand. If you need any help with your LinkedIn profile, don’t hesitate to contact us at any time for assistance.