Yep: When MSN Money laid off all its writers simultaneously last September. Due to that network you mentioned I had a replacement gig within a couple of hours -- but not at the same pay rate. That's why having an emergency fund was essential, as was my ability to stretch a dollar.
If it's kosher to post URLs, here's how it went for me: http://donnafreedman.com/2013/09/12/termination-dust/
You do realize the majority of the time a resume needs those keywords because a recruiter or HR person is looking at the resume and uses those keywords to set your into a pile that will eventually go to the hiring manager of the department?
Your article could be conceived as dangerous if someone really took this to heart. Maybe if you are sending your resume to a startup company where an actual hiring manager gets your resume first, then your article would be great to follow as I agree with what you are saying.
My favorite app is the Starbucks app. I love that you can consolidate all your Starbucks gift cards to one and the app also can save you money by using a rewards program. The more you use your card, the more stars you get which earn you free drinks or food, and also a free drink on your birthday. You can also use the app to pay for your starbucks, it has a barcode that the cashier scans to deduct from your card. You can also reload your card on the app as well. There is also a starbucks store locater that uses GPS to find the nearest one to your location. For a frequent Starbucks consumer, this app is great!
The point is that companies are looking for those qualities, but it's meaningless to describe yourself with those words ans they are things anybody can say. A resume should be mostly evidence of your accomplishments. Ues of words like that detract from your accomplishments and even worse can demonstrate you don't have significant accomplishments.
The article mentions hard working,team player and other qualities. I'd suggest eliminating any adjectives which describe qualities such as self-motivated, responsible etc. In general I'd recommend eliminating most if not all adjectives used in self description.
Learning to code is one of my top 2014 resolutions. As a web presence becomes more and more necessary for EVERY business and even individual, the opportunity for web design grows exponentially and I want to be part of it!
Very nicely put article Kimberly. From the day I found these options, I wonder why would people stay away from family to work in a job they hate, earning money they can hardly live by? More and more people should be made aware about Home Based Business options available.
Kimberly I'd also suggest you to think about adding Network Marketing to the list. But mentioning the importance of proper education about the industry & warning from the 'get-rich-quick' false hypes. The beauty of Network Marketing is that one can do any/some/all the things you mentioned above & still run their Network Marketing business. Network Marketing business can give the benefit of passive income & leverage to common people, which is often comparatively bit difficult to achieve through other forms of Home Based Businesses.
I partially agree with these points. However I would say that many companies still use these meaningless business words in their job openings (especially experienced, responsible, results-oriented and team player)
Evernote is my favorite app, I use it for making lists, journaling, saving recipes, making meal plans, lot os different things. I have it synced on my phone, tablet, computer.
50/20/30 rule surely works great. However, discretionary expenditure seems to increase when we avoid forced saving of 20% of income. Most of us make the regular spending, and then prioritize discretionary over saving. This is where the problem starts. So, the rule essentially becomes 580/30/20 rather than 50/20/30. If forced saving is done, prior to making discretionary expenditure, it will not be a problem in following this great financial planning rule of 50/20/30.
I've decided that Craigslist isn't worth the risks anymore.
We actually bought a couch off Craigslist and went to the person's house. He said that over 50 people had called about the couch and said they were coming to see it, but we were the ONLY ones who had shown up.
I don't much like the idea of giving out my address to that many people I don't know, and you certainly can't load up the furniture for a public place meeting, for 50 no-shows!
Also, meeting in public places only offers a measure of safety. We actually had a guy here who met a buyer in a Walmart parking lot. The two men who showed up forced him back into his car, made him withdraw money from an ATM, and then dumped him out and stole the car.
Let's be honest, when you're in a huge parking lot you aren't really paying attention to whats going on around you. It only takes a few seconds to force someone back into a car and drive off with no one the wiser.
It's just not worth it.
Add "literally" and "basically" to the list. Also, ban them forever from your vocabulary. They are almost always misused and even when used correctly, add no meaning to the sentence. They are no different than "umm" or "er".
Yep: When MSN Money laid off all its writers simultaneously last September. Due to that network you mentioned I had a replacement gig within a couple of hours -- but not at the same pay rate. That's why having an emergency fund was essential, as was my ability to stretch a dollar.
If it's kosher to post URLs, here's how it went for me:
http://donnafreedman.com/2013/09/12/termination-dust/
You do realize the majority of the time a resume needs those keywords because a recruiter or HR person is looking at the resume and uses those keywords to set your into a pile that will eventually go to the hiring manager of the department?
Your article could be conceived as dangerous if someone really took this to heart. Maybe if you are sending your resume to a startup company where an actual hiring manager gets your resume first, then your article would be great to follow as I agree with what you are saying.
Mint -- awesome app that helps you keep track of personal finances
My favorite app is the Starbucks app. I love that you can consolidate all your Starbucks gift cards to one and the app also can save you money by using a rewards program. The more you use your card, the more stars you get which earn you free drinks or food, and also a free drink on your birthday. You can also use the app to pay for your starbucks, it has a barcode that the cashier scans to deduct from your card. You can also reload your card on the app as well. There is also a starbucks store locater that uses GPS to find the nearest one to your location. For a frequent Starbucks consumer, this app is great!
The point is that companies are looking for those qualities, but it's meaningless to describe yourself with those words ans they are things anybody can say. A resume should be mostly evidence of your accomplishments. Ues of words like that detract from your accomplishments and even worse can demonstrate you don't have significant accomplishments.
The article mentions hard working,team player and other qualities. I'd suggest eliminating any adjectives which describe qualities such as self-motivated, responsible etc. In general I'd recommend eliminating most if not all adjectives used in self description.
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Thanks for your comment! If these tips are awesome, it's because they're backed up by research and they work!
Good advice however a resume example would be useful for the reader to support the article.
Learning to code is one of my top 2014 resolutions. As a web presence becomes more and more necessary for EVERY business and even individual, the opportunity for web design grows exponentially and I want to be part of it!
My favorite is Springpad. I love that it organizes and integrates all of my tasks/links/recipes/etc. and is available on all of my electronic devices.
Very nicely put article Kimberly. From the day I found these options, I wonder why would people stay away from family to work in a job they hate, earning money they can hardly live by? More and more people should be made aware about Home Based Business options available.
Kimberly I'd also suggest you to think about adding Network Marketing to the list. But mentioning the importance of proper education about the industry & warning from the 'get-rich-quick' false hypes. The beauty of Network Marketing is that one can do any/some/all the things you mentioned above & still run their Network Marketing business. Network Marketing business can give the benefit of passive income & leverage to common people, which is often comparatively bit difficult to achieve through other forms of Home Based Businesses.
I partially agree with these points. However I would say that many companies still use these meaningless business words in their job openings (especially experienced, responsible, results-oriented and team player)
Evernote is my favorite app, I use it for making lists, journaling, saving recipes, making meal plans, lot os different things. I have it synced on my phone, tablet, computer.
50/20/30 rule surely works great. However, discretionary expenditure seems to increase when we avoid forced saving of 20% of income. Most of us make the regular spending, and then prioritize discretionary over saving. This is where the problem starts. So, the rule essentially becomes 580/30/20 rather than 50/20/30. If forced saving is done, prior to making discretionary expenditure, it will not be a problem in following this great financial planning rule of 50/20/30.
I've decided that Craigslist isn't worth the risks anymore.
We actually bought a couch off Craigslist and went to the person's house. He said that over 50 people had called about the couch and said they were coming to see it, but we were the ONLY ones who had shown up.
I don't much like the idea of giving out my address to that many people I don't know, and you certainly can't load up the furniture for a public place meeting, for 50 no-shows!
Also, meeting in public places only offers a measure of safety. We actually had a guy here who met a buyer in a Walmart parking lot. The two men who showed up forced him back into his car, made him withdraw money from an ATM, and then dumped him out and stole the car.
Let's be honest, when you're in a huge parking lot you aren't really paying attention to whats going on around you. It only takes a few seconds to force someone back into a car and drive off with no one the wiser.
It's just not worth it.
retailmenot app is a fav.
I'm a big fan of the Target Cartwheel app b/c I'm in Target all the time!
Mint.com - love being able to review and categorize my finances on the go!
I love the pinterest app!
Add "literally" and "basically" to the list. Also, ban them forever from your vocabulary. They are almost always misused and even when used correctly, add no meaning to the sentence. They are no different than "umm" or "er".
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My favorite app is Wallaby. It lets me easily see which credit card I should use depending on the store to maximize my reward points.
I like the yahoo mail app.
I don't have a smartphone..... so I have no idea what I am missing!