Thats Your Job! When Youre Asked to do Someone Elses Work

Thats Your Job When Youre Asked to do Someone Elses WorkThats Your Job When Youre Asked to do Someone Elses WorkThere are plenty of reasons why people ask you to help them out at the office.Maybe they need an extra pair of hands, and they think youre the perfect person for the job. Maybe theyre feeling overwhelmed and are trying to be fair in distributing their tasks among their team members. Or maybe, frankly, theyre trying to get some grunt work off their plates. And youre the one whos been asking to take on new projects, right?Whatever the case, it can be difficult to be a team player whos open to new responsibilities without being a pushover whos overwhelmed with miscellaneous tasks and projects on your plate. Even if you do want to take on more around the office, that doesnt mean you want everyone to load up your inbox with their castoffs (or that you should say yes to every request for your time).So, what should you do when a peer asks you to take on a project thats technically part of his or her own job? Heres a three-step plan to assess and address the situation.Step 1 Assess the RequestFirst, take time to think about whether the project would be beneficial in your career growth. Would it help you gain a new skill? Would it lead to quantifiable results that you could tout on your resume? Would it help you form relationships with colleagues youve never worked with before? If so- and if it wouldnt interfere with your own work- it might be a great task to take on.Also consider whether picking up the extra work is just part of being a team player. For example, at a previous job of mine, after a co-worker welches let go, another member of her team received her entire workload. He expressed to his boss the need for another pair of hands to carry the weight, but in the meantime, he approached his other team members to mete out various responsibilities. In times like this, you may want to suck it up and help out, especially since there will probably come a time when you need to ask for assistance, too.Its when youre feeling taking advantage of or when its interfering with your own work that theres a problem. In another scenario, my cousin and another employee were competing head-to-head for a promotion. My cousins officemate wanted to impress their manager by tackling a new project, so he asked my cousin to shoulder a daily responsibility that he wouldnt have time for thanks to the bigger-and-better project. Not cool.Step 2 Address the SituationIn cases like my cousins, when you youve decided that the request isnt one you should be taking on, it is definitely OK to say no.In an offline (emphasis on offline) conversation with your co-worker, explain that youre always happy to help out and that you recognize that each of you in the office are contributing to an overall team product- but that ultimately you have to prioritize your own work. Who can argue with that?If it makes sense, you can see if theres a deadline for the project and let yo ur colleague know that youd be willing to pitch in if your time allows. You can also suggest a few alternate ways he or she can tackle the project- for example, are there interns available to take on one or two parts of the work? In one situation at a previous job, a co-worker was feeling overwhelmed and asked me for help in project-managing one aspect of her work. Since I had done work for the same client, I was familiar with the background- I just didnt have enough room on my plate to take on her part of the process, too. But after I had completed my own tasks for the week, I lent a hand with hers, and she was thankful for the assistance.Chances are, your colleague isnt trying to dump work on you- he or she is just feeling a little overwhelmed and will appreciate any contribution.Step 3 Bring in the Big GunsOf course, there are definitely times when someone is trying to push work on you, and its not something you want to do- or should be taking on. Or, you may agree to shoulder a responsibility for a co-worker once, and find that opening that door made it hard to shut. If the situation persists, or if youre getting pushback from your colleague, schedule some time to chat with your boss about his or her expectations.At one point in my career, I found that helping someone a few times had placed her task permanently, rather than temporarily, under my jurisdiction, and that started to erode the time I had for my own workload. I wanted to clarify with my boss that she was fine with me devoting a large chunk of time to something not originally meant for my role- and it turned out, she preferred to refocus my energy elsewhere.You dont have to throw your colleague under the boss- just keep the conversation focused on your workload. Try, I love getting experience with different facets of the company, but Ive been spending about 10 hours per week lately on client reporting for marketing. And I just want to make aya the percentage of time Im spending on that is complia nt with what you need from me. If its not, you or your boss can talk to the other party and shift the work back where it belongs.Its always a good idea to be open to taking on new responsibilities- but you also need to make sure what youre spending your time on is in the best interest of your career and your department or team as a whole. Bottom line Help out when you can, be honest when you cant, and dont let anyone else take advantage of your awesome work ethic.How do you deal when a colleague asks you to take on something thats technically his or her own responsibility? Have you ever had to in the past?Photo of people working courtesy of Shutterstock.

How to prepare for the second interview

How to prepare for the second bewerbungsgesprchHow to prepare for the second interviewMany people preparing for an interview will ask, Can you give me a list of questions I can expect? Thats tricky question You cant really anticipate what you will be asked because every interviewer has a different approach.The solution is to focus on the goal of the interview - especially when it comes to knowing the basic difference between screening and hiring interviews.Tzu siche are no real, good lists of questionsOne time I spent three hours of coaching with someone who really wanted a specific job in London. We thought she was as prepared as possible. When she called afterwards, she said they asked her Why are manhole covers round? We both laughed There is no way I would have thought to tell her to Google that question and find the Web site that gives some answers. The question was a way to determine how well she could think on her feet. (She got the job.)There are real, distinct approachesIns tead of trying to predict the unpredictable, a better approach is to understand why specific questions are asked in specific interviews. That way, you can prepare for the situation instead of rehearsing for questions you probably wont be asked anyway.There are two types of interview criteria. There is a big difference between an interview intended to determine if you can do the job and one designed to identify whether you are the best person to do the job.Screening interviews are an assessment of your ability.Hiring interviews are an assessment of your fit.The screening interviewObjective facts include things like education, certifications, years of industry experience and technical skills. These are written into job postings and represent one way to assess your background. Dont screen yourself out unnecessarily. If the posting says master of business administration required, a computer probably will screen you out, but a person might not. It is a real reason why it is important to bypass screening criteria through personal contacts and move to the next step.You will be screened by both a computer and a human.Information may be gathered by an Applicant Tracking System (ATS), software used to manage a high volume of incoming resumes. Keywords are extremely important for your resume and will definitely be included by your resume writer. The software can only consider yes/no questions. You either do or dont meet these criteria by computer screening. For exampleDo you have an MBA?Do you have 10+ years experience?Do you have experience with Peoplesoft or Oracle?An internal recruiter will take it a step further. Questions might includeYou have managed up to 20 people. Tell me about who they were, where they were based and what you had to do. This is a question to determine the scope of your responsibility. Onsite? In a territory? Within a global, matrix gruppe?You say you are bilingual in Spanish. Tell me the most complicated project you worked on that required both bilingual and bicultural skills.This is to understand if you can do business in both English and Spanish. Just saying you are bilingual does not give a full picture, even if a computer can find the keyword.You have had four jobs in 10 years. Why? The computer will look at the dates, but only a person can understand your reasons.The hiring interviewAs you move to second or third interviews, hiring criteria will inspire most questions. After all, when a pool of candidates has been reduced to a small number, the decision becomes, Who is the best person to hire?Thus, the questions will now focus increasingly on the human element. What will you add to the executive team? Will you have credibility with clients? Will you understand and support the corporate culture? Questions might includeYou were responsible for an ERP conversion. Tell me about it. This is screening for technical and management proficiency as an executive and business leader. You will be assessed both on what you say and how you say it.What were your responsibilities for a smooth transition as your company acquired your biggest competitor? If you just describe your responsibilities, the answer will not have as much impact. You want to convey the real results of your work and how it enhanced your companys bottom line.You say you were instrumental in the turnaround of your business unit. How did you assess what needed to be done? What type of strategic plan did you put together? What did and didnt work? This will assess your ability to address significant problems. It may also assess your discretion in talking about your previous employer.The differences between these two types of interviews mean you need a distinct approach to each. You dont want to prove your fit in the screening interview and tout your capability in the hiring interview. (You now know to do the opposite.) After all, if you make it past the first interview, relax a bit They have already determined that you can do the job.You dont h ave to sell yourself on your ability to meet the job requirements. This is particularly true if you go to meet an interview panel or sequential interviews throughout a day. They will not take on the real expense of involving multiple people just to determine your basic qualifications.Your goal for each interview is just to move yourself along the hiring process until the company or you decide it is not a good fit. The process will move from the more objective information to a more subjective inquiry. So, when you are preparing, you must remember the purpose of that particular interview.Then you can be prepared for a wide range of questions, because you understand the dynamics of what the interviewer is looking for. Take each line on your resume. What is an objective answer? What is more subjective?An interview is a two-way conversation. Pay attention to where you are in the interview process. You must prepare to answer if you are the best person to do the job, not just whether you c an do it.

6 things successful people do when they return from a long weekend

6 things successful people do when they return from a long weekend6 things successful people do when they return from a long weekendAn extra day off makes snapping out of weekend mode that much harder.Some people around the US receive an extra day off for Memorial Day to commemorate the Americans who have died in active military service.Theres a lot to be said about how you should- or shouldnt- spend long weekends. But its equally important to plan out the days that follow a long weekend.When youre coming back from some time off and you have a shorter week to get everything done, it usually helps to hit the ground running.With that in mind, here are six things that successful people do first when they return from long weekendThey get to work earlyWhen it comes to some holidays, almost everyone has time off. So you wont be falling behind by showing up to work at your usual time.But coming in early is a good idea if you want to be as productive as possible after a holiday weekend.Tha t will mitigate the workload avalanche and give you a head start, sans distraction, Lynn Taylor, a national workplace expert and the author of Tame Your Terrible Office Tyrant How to Manage Childish Boss Behavior and Thrive in Your Job, told Business Insider.They scrutinize their to-do listsProductive people know that long, unwieldy to-do lists are essentially useless. Theres no better time to start cutting items from your list than the day you get back from long weekend.Now that youve spent a good bit away from your desk, you have tangible proof that those tasks youre always putting off arent holding up your ceiling, freelance reporter Kevin Purdy writes inFast Company.They double check their schedulesDont forget to double check your schedule. Remember, youll likely be dealing with a shortened work week. Dont try to cram too many items onto your weekly schedule, or you might wind up burning yourself out.They check in with peopleIf youre back from a national holiday, odds are most o f your coworkers and clients will be in the same boat as you.Still, its not a badeanstalt idea to check in.Take the time to connect with one or two clients to let them know theyre top of mind with you and that youre back if they need anything, Michael Kerr, an international business speaker and author of The Humor Advantage, told Business Insider. Its a simple customer service touch point that can make a big impression.Whats more, if the long weekend ate up a Monday - a popular day for meetings- schedule in some time for your team and direct reports to meet up, even if its just for a few minutes. You want to make sure everyones on the same page now that youre all back in the office.They organize their inboxBeware of spending too much time responding to the emails you missed over the weekend.Its easy to get sucked into the vortex of responding to every email without considering whether its the best use of your time on the first day back, Kerr said. Dont confuse email activity with productive work, so be strategic and only respond to email that are time sensitive.They focus on workIts important to be able to shut off your work brain over long weekends. You want to enjoy your time off, after all.Its equally important to snap back into a work-oriented mindset when you return to the office. Successful people are able to make the switch and avoid any unproductive post-long weekend dillydallying.This post was originally published on BusinessInsider.com.

Traditional gender roles are hurting men and women

Traditional gender roles are hurting men and womenTraditional gender roles are hurting men and womenDespite what many of us want to believe, the gender divide in ur culture remains very much alive.It stems, in part, from a stubborn cultural insistence that men and women play traditional - and inherently unequal - gender roles.The evidence exists everywhere. At home, women still carry much of the domestic and child-raising burden, in spite of the fact that studies showhaving both parents equally involved at home improves childrens well-being and school performance.Furthermore, despite recent policy initiatives designed to promote gender equality in the workplace, gender diversity among corporate leadership teams remains low - something thats often justified by the problematic reasoning that women arent qualified for leadership because theyre inherently too emotional or might become pregnant, two timeless staples of gender stereotyping.Personally, Ive witnessed this both in my caree r and at home.At home, my career initially took the backseat to my husbands because I had to be that stabilizing force for my family. And when I did go back into the workforce, I made less money and had to fight harder than my male counterparts to obtain the senior management and leadership roles I deserved.The difference welches so great that when I became a co-pastor at World Changers, I made combatting the gender divide a key priority.So, we know the gender divide exists. Its pervasive. But heres the thing its also seriously damaging - to both men andwomenThe evidence is clearBirth rate. According to Harvard University, Countries with high female labor force participation rates tend to have higher birth rates. (A birth rate of 2.1 is required for a country to replace its population. In the U.S., the fertility rate is currently at 1.9.)GDP. According to the IMF, the gender gap costs U.S. corporations millions of dollars every year closing it would raise U.S. GDP by 5%.Parenting. This one is easy. As I mentioned before, having both parents equally involved in a childs life makes for healthier, happier children. Also, when parents share the burden, they themselves are happier.The need for change is equally clear we must internalize, as a culture, the fact that gender does not exclusively qualify or disqualify someone from an opportunity.But lets remember gender inequality in the workplace and at home persists because, in many ways, its ingrained in urpsycheMeaning, its a tough problem to root out. For our ancestors, for example, inequality was sort of necessary. Men went out to hunt and bring home the food women watched the kids and prepared meals.But times havechangedMen and women are equals now. Both genders are both equally capable of bringing home the proverbial bacon and raising children. In fact, men and women complement each other. Side-by-side, we lead better together. We parent better together. We drive progress at companies more effectively together .To end gender inequality, companies, families, and institutions must make systemicchanges.As my team and I do at World Changers, executive teams must make it a priority to hire people solely based on skill and experience as opposed to qualifiers of any physical sort.As parents, we all must teach our children what sort of respect they should look for in a future spouse - namely, that they themselves believe in gender equality - as well as what kind of conditions they should demand of their employers. Personally, Im trying my best to raise my daughters to be confident and aware of their self-worth. Its helped me, even, having conversations with them and with other young women about fighting against that feeling of being ignored or overlooked.And thats another key factor of this fight individually, we can all seek to find our voice and demand, collectively, a better, more equitable world.Ultimately, equal gender roles benefit everyoneThe key to ultimate success in this battle for eq uality is focusing on the fact that a more equitable world at home and in the workplace benefits everyone - not just women.Going back to the stats I cited above, its clear that eliminating the gender divide would increase our national birth rate, increase our national GDP, and improve the lives of children across the country. And the reason is simple women and men truly do work better together. A more equitable workplace is more efficient and productive. A more equitable home is happier and healthier.Equality wont come about on its own, though. As Ive said, we have to work for it. As then-senator Barack Obama once said, We are the change that we seek.That change is within our grasp. We know the type of world we want. We know why and how the world would benefit from equalityNow its time to make it happen.This article was originally published on Medium.

New Step by Step Roadmap for What to Say when Emailing a Resume

New Step by Step Roadmap for What to Say when Emailing a Resume What to Say when Emailing a Resume for Dummies So long as youve got the name of the hiring manager and the name of the organization, you will be capable of making an educated guess. Its a lot simpler for a hiring manager to go the voreingestellt route to seek out your resume. You might not know the hiring manager, but you probably know somebody who does. If youre on the hiring manager, perfect. All About What to Say when Emailing a Resume The majority of the text in the topic line becomes cut off so ensure the very first few words capture attention. Ensure you make the most of the name of the individual who referred you in the topic line. At times youll discover clear instructions on what they want in the topic line. You would like a crisp signature that conveys just the appropriate quantity of information. Should you decide you need or will need to incorporate a cover letter, its possible to either post the t ext directly in the emaillele or attach it like a second file as well as your resume. You may still attach your cover letter in another file, just make certain it matches the content of your cover email. Even in the event that you craft the ideal email to send a resume, its still true that you require a killer cover letter. Sending an email is free of charge, it doesnt want a stamp, take a look at the post office or a visit to the organization youre applying for. Observing any instruction given in the description will offer your resume the very best possibility of reaching the correct recipient. If all has went right you will secure a positive response back within a day or two. Flowery language doesnt impress a prospective employer and could provoke the opposite reaction. Have a peek at a number of the very best power verbs for resumes. The Lost Secret of What to Say when Emailing a Resume Theres a significant possibility that youll eventually locate a connection who can get you the info you want. In any event, youve met your objective of getting your resume before an actual person. Writing a perfect resume email is only a fraction of all of the situations you must keep in mind before you click send. If youre roughly the exact same age as that individual and roughly in the exact same spot in life, utilize the very first name. Introducing What to Say when Emailing a Resume This manner in which the receiver will receive a copy of the resume in the original format. It is also feasible to send an application package working with a package shipping support. Click the New Email button in the top left corner to begin a new email. Speak to us today to acquire startedspaces are limited Most companies utilize MS Word. If youre using a site like Monster then youll basically have the ability to build your resume and make it appear professional with their online tools. You could be requested to upload your resume online or maybe to email your resume. Wha t What to Say when Emailing a Resume Is - and What it Is Not In most instances, these can also have a large effect on the evaluation than your resume and cover letter. If you dont, wait a couple of days get in touch with the company, and ask if your documents are received. When submitting your resume and cover letter using a distinct webpage, make certain that youve filled out all other essential information too. You may find more details on formal writing here. You should also be quite mindful of what things to say while emailing your resume. Emailing a resume isnt as easy as it looks. After that, move to LinkedIn to see whether it is possible to locate their email address. More likely than not, you will see no less than a few 2nd-degree connections. behauptung emails ought to be light. Or perhaps youre a seasoned professional whos trying to find a shift. Write a concise overview as to any experience youve got in the specific field youre applying for. These meetings ar e able to make an immense difference in your job search. This way, as soon as an opportunity opens up, you are going to be at the cover of the list of candidates. A lot of people will tell you applying to jobs on the internet is a fruitless work and the best way to land a job is through networking and referrals. Be formal The work application procedure is an official procedure. Therefore, you must have an official approach to writing your email job application. Yet another tip, always remember to produce your whole job application relevant and specific to the job which youre attempting to land.

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Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting now Today is the day Were excited about todays free live virtual Chat & Learn with EngineeringDirector Limor Bergman Gross (digitalocean). Get your questions answered live. Join us today 1pm EDT. (Direct zoom link below)TOP QUESTIONS ??Any idea why recruiters are primarily using Linkedin???How do you make your profile stand out over otzu sichs???Whats your take on Social Selling?ABOUT THE SPEAKER When Limor Bergman Gross moved to the US from Israel, she had no connections. Unable to go out and network with potential employers from across the pond, Limor invested a lot of time and effort in building her LinkedIn profile and connections virtually. This payed off, as both her current employer, DigitalOcean, and former employer, VMware, discovered her online Learn the tricks and strategies Limor used to amplify her online presence to employers in this virtual chathttp//bit.ly/2Z330hC One of the biggest challenges in almost all industries t oday is achieving gender parity. Gender diversity provides huge benefits in the workplace. pWhile some industries have made significant advancements in gender diversity, some industries lag further behind... and the construction industry is well-known for being in the latter category. If someone says, construction workers, youll likely picture a group of men in yellow hard hats analyzing an architects plans or laying bricks on top of a scaffold. And men at work signs only help to reinforce this image.pThis stereotype is rooted in reality. When was the belastung time you actually spotted a woman on a construction site? Or hired a female plumber or carpenter? Your answer is most likely never. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statisticsreports that only 3.4% of the total of 8.3 million construction employees are women.pBut the construction industry has a lot mora to offer than steel-toed boots and hard hats, and it needs women to help advance the industry in thi s era of rapid change. Here are 5 reasons why women joining the workforce or looking to make a pivot should consider a career in construction.h21. Fuel Innovation/h2pNot only is diversity the socially and morally right thing to do, but it is also actually an excellent business strategy. pResearch presented in the Harvard Business Reviewshows that diverse teams develop more innovative ideas. This is further supported by a study conducted by Gallupon the performance of gender-diverse teams versus single-gender teams, which found that the difference in backgrounds and perspectives lumineszenzdiode to better business performance and problem-solving. h22. Capitalize on Demand/h2pThe construction industry is currently experiencing a labor shortage. The industry itself is booming and projected to be one of the fastest-growing industries, with total spending projected to exceed $1.45 trillion in 2023/a. However, most construction companies are unable to meet the rising demand. pAccording to the Associated General Contractors of America/a, more than 80% of contractors are experiencing difficulties filling hourly craft positions that represent the bulk of the construction workforce.pAnd demand isnt limited to individual contributor roles. Given the industry boom, there are a number of open stable and high-paying roles (any project managers out there?) waiting for the right candidateh23. Leadership Opportunities/h2pAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics/a, women compose only 7.7% of the total 1 million managerial positions in construction.br/pBut given the highly collaborative nature of construction work, more women in leadership roles would help drive innovation and enhance productivity.Furthermore, as a woman in construction in a leadership position, youd have the unique opportunity to drive change for the industry and make it a more attractive option for other women.h24. High-Income Potential/h2pSalaries for many skilled positions in construction are on the rise, making a construction career a prime choice for women looking for a high-paying job,pThe 2018 Construction Craft Salary Surveyconducted by the National Center for Construction Education and Research revealed that salaries for many skilled craft areas are increasing. Project managers and project supervisors topped the list at $92,523 and $88,355, respectively. The next set of highest-paying jobs include those of combo welders ($71,067), instrumentation technicians ($70,080), pipe welders ($69,222), power line workers ($68,262) and industrial electricians ($67,269). Of the 32 categories of workers in the survey, 19 positions earned an average salary of $60,000 or higher.h25. Sense of accomplishment/h2p The construction industry can give employees a unique sense of achievement. Yes, the job is stressful and the work can be demanding, but nothing beats the feeling of being able to build something from the ground up. pHow many professionals in other industries can point at a school, a h ospital, or a skyscraper and say I helped build that?pThe construction industry has a long way to go in combating gender bias and supporting women in the workforce, but given the current demand for workers, theres no better time to pick up a sledgehammer (figurative or literal) and smash the gender stereotypes plaguing the construction industry.