Thoms Blog Carnival

Thoms Blog Carnival So there’s this thing called a blog carnival where someone poses an interesting question and then other bloggers respond to it. The â€Å"host† will then link back to all the responses, and you get to read all kinds of perspectives on one issue. Sounds fun, so I thought I’d toss my hat into this ring. Note, Thom is the author of â€Å"Some Assembly Required: How to Make, Grow and Keep Your Business Relationships†Ã¢â‚¬ ¦ you can hop on over to his website for more info. Here’s his question: What is your best tip on how to make, grow and keep your business relationships and turn them into real business? Aha. The â€Å"best tip.† I’m a list guy, and I hate to have a list of just one thing! So let me throw a few tips out there, and then at the end I’ll see if I can come up with my favorite one ?? Reading through this simple question makes me think the response can actually be categorized into four different areas (yep, I got this nasty habit from my MBA program this question has 4 sub-questions): Make business relationships Realize that you are always making business relationships. Some of these relationships are obvious, like a vendor or partner from another customer. But the less obvious might be a receptionist at your company, or someone in AP or HR. You never know where these people might be in 2 years, and your relationship with them then might be dramatically different than what it is now. Conscientiously make an effort to make a new internal relationship each week (or day or month or whatever). That is, meet someone new that you haven’t had a chance to develop a relationship with. Same thing, but do it with someone external (vendor, customer, peer, etc.) Find a power-connector in your industry or specialty (which would bridge industries). This could be a headhunter, someone is sales (that is out meeting tons of folks), etc. Develop a relationship with this person, to the point that they know you and try and connect you with some of their contacts. Just do it. I know you are busy, and so is everyone else, but just pick up the phone and ask someone to lunch today. Today. Grow business relationships Continually keep in touch with people that you have met. This can be hard without an organizational system (hey, speaking of, I know just the free tool!), but it really is critical. Your first encounter just introduces you, you should continue to have communication and develop a deeper relationship. Understand that you should be in touch with some contacts frequently (weekly?) and others infrequently (perhaps every 6 months?). So don’t overburden everyone all the time, but know which relationships merit more attention, and then pay attention to them – while not disregarding the other relationships! Follow-up on leads or items of interest that you come upon. For example, if you know one of your contacts has a keen interest in fly-fishing, send him an article from a magazine (yep, cut it out and mail it to him) with a personal note (a small one). If a different contact is thinking about a sabbatical, send her some information that you find as well as a note of encouragement. In other words, think about these people and send them things that would be interesting to them. Keep business relationships Be genuine and interested in them. No one likes a person that is obviously self-serving. Be of value to people in your network. Connect them, when appropriate, with others. Give them business leads (without keeping score!). Let them know, by your actions, that you are someone important in their network, because they know they are important in your network. Develop a relationship that goes beyond superficial. Develop important, personal friendships that last longer than a job title or company position might. Turn them (the business relationships) into real business Let your contacts know what your capacity is, what your company does, and that you are interested in helping them where it makes sense. You can help them as a vendor or as a customer – but they need to know about it and you. Be honest with them, and if there is a better solution for them then let them know. If you work to make them look good, even if you don’t get the business now, they will always remember that. Do the above things to grow and keep the relationships, and when the time is right, business just might follow. If it doesnt turn into business, even though you think it should, get over it. Remember that the long-term value of the relationship is likely more valuable to you and your career than this deal. Dont hold the grudge. As promised, here’s my one summarized TIP: Be genuine, have a strategy, but JUST START! I think too many people try and figure out all the ins-and-outs, or get analysis-paralysis, and never get anywhere. Sometimes all it takes is a phone call or e-mail inviting the other person to lunch, and ta-da! You have begun! Thoms Blog Carnival So there’s this thing called a blog carnival where someone poses an interesting question and then other bloggers respond to it. The â€Å"host† will then link back to all the responses, and you get to read all kinds of perspectives on one issue. Sounds fun, so I thought I’d toss my hat into this ring. Note, Thom is the author of â€Å"Some Assembly Required: How to Make, Grow and Keep Your Business Relationships†Ã¢â‚¬ ¦ you can hop on over to his website for more info. Here’s his question: What is your best tip on how to make, grow and keep your business relationships and turn them into real business? Aha. The â€Å"best tip.† I’m a list guy, and I hate to have a list of just one thing! So let me throw a few tips out there, and then at the end I’ll see if I can come up with my favorite one ?? Reading through this simple question makes me think the response can actually be categorized into four different areas (yep, I got this nasty habit from my MBA program this question has 4 sub-questions): Make business relationships Realize that you are always making business relationships. Some of these relationships are obvious, like a vendor or partner from another customer. But the less obvious might be a receptionist at your company, or someone in AP or HR. You never know where these people might be in 2 years, and your relationship with them then might be dramatically different than what it is now. Conscientiously make an effort to make a new internal relationship each week (or day or month or whatever). That is, meet someone new that you haven’t had a chance to develop a relationship with. Same thing, but do it with someone external (vendor, customer, peer, etc.) Find a power-connector in your industry or specialty (which would bridge industries). This could be a headhunter, someone is sales (that is out meeting tons of folks), etc. Develop a relationship with this person, to the point that they know you and try and connect you with some of their contacts. Just do it. I know you are busy, and so is everyone else, but just pick up the phone and ask someone to lunch today. Today. Grow business relationships Continually keep in touch with people that you have met. This can be hard without an organizational system (hey, speaking of, I know just the free tool!), but it really is critical. Your first encounter just introduces you, you should continue to have communication and develop a deeper relationship. Understand that you should be in touch with some contacts frequently (weekly?) and others infrequently (perhaps every 6 months?). So don’t overburden everyone all the time, but know which relationships merit more attention, and then pay attention to them – while not disregarding the other relationships! Follow-up on leads or items of interest that you come upon. For example, if you know one of your contacts has a keen interest in fly-fishing, send him an article from a magazine (yep, cut it out and mail it to him) with a personal note (a small one). If a different contact is thinking about a sabbatical, send her some information that you find as well as a note of encouragement. In other words, think about these people and send them things that would be interesting to them. Keep business relationships Be genuine and interested in them. No one likes a person that is obviously self-serving. Be of value to people in your network. Connect them, when appropriate, with others. Give them business leads (without keeping score!). Let them know, by your actions, that you are someone important in their network, because they know they are important in your network. Develop a relationship that goes beyond superficial. Develop important, personal friendships that last longer than a job title or company position might. Turn them (the business relationships) into real business Let your contacts know what your capacity is, what your company does, and that you are interested in helping them where it makes sense. You can help them as a vendor or as a customer – but they need to know about it and you. Be honest with them, and if there is a better solution for them then let them know. If you work to make them look good, even if you don’t get the business now, they will always remember that. Do the above things to grow and keep the relationships, and when the time is right, business just might follow. If it doesnt turn into business, even though you think it should, get over it. Remember that the long-term value of the relationship is likely more valuable to you and your career than this deal. Dont hold the grudge. As promised, here’s my one summarized TIP: Be genuine, have a strategy, but JUST START! I think too many people try and figure out all the ins-and-outs, or get analysis-paralysis, and never get anywhere. Sometimes all it takes is a phone call or e-mail inviting the other person to lunch, and ta-da! You have begun! Thoms Blog Carnival So there’s this thing called a blog carnival where someone poses an interesting question and then other bloggers respond to it. The â€Å"host† will then link back to all the responses, and you get to read all kinds of perspectives on one issue. Sounds fun, so I thought I’d toss my hat into this ring. Note, Thom is the author of â€Å"Some Assembly Required: How to Make, Grow and Keep Your Business Relationships†Ã¢â‚¬ ¦ you can hop on over to his website for more info. Here’s his question: What is your best tip on how to make, grow and keep your business relationships and turn them into real business? Aha. The â€Å"best tip.† I’m a list guy, and I hate to have a list of just one thing! So let me throw a few tips out there, and then at the end I’ll see if I can come up with my favorite one ?? Reading through this simple question makes me think the response can actually be categorized into four different areas (yep, I got this nasty habit from my MBA program this question has 4 sub-questions): Make business relationships Realize that you are always making business relationships. Some of these relationships are obvious, like a vendor or partner from another customer. But the less obvious might be a receptionist at your company, or someone in AP or HR. You never know where these people might be in 2 years, and your relationship with them then might be dramatically different than what it is now. Conscientiously make an effort to make a new internal relationship each week (or day or month or whatever). That is, meet someone new that you haven’t had a chance to develop a relationship with. Same thing, but do it with someone external (vendor, customer, peer, etc.) Find a power-connector in your industry or specialty (which would bridge industries). This could be a headhunter, someone is sales (that is out meeting tons of folks), etc. Develop a relationship with this person, to the point that they know you and try and connect you with some of their contacts. Just do it. I know you are busy, and so is everyone else, but just pick up the phone and ask someone to lunch today. Today. Grow business relationships Continually keep in touch with people that you have met. This can be hard without an organizational system (hey, speaking of, I know just the free tool!), but it really is critical. Your first encounter just introduces you, you should continue to have communication and develop a deeper relationship. Understand that you should be in touch with some contacts frequently (weekly?) and others infrequently (perhaps every 6 months?). So don’t overburden everyone all the time, but know which relationships merit more attention, and then pay attention to them – while not disregarding the other relationships! Follow-up on leads or items of interest that you come upon. For example, if you know one of your contacts has a keen interest in fly-fishing, send him an article from a magazine (yep, cut it out and mail it to him) with a personal note (a small one). If a different contact is thinking about a sabbatical, send her some information that you find as well as a note of encouragement. In other words, think about these people and send them things that would be interesting to them. Keep business relationships Be genuine and interested in them. No one likes a person that is obviously self-serving. Be of value to people in your network. Connect them, when appropriate, with others. Give them business leads (without keeping score!). Let them know, by your actions, that you are someone important in their network, because they know they are important in your network. Develop a relationship that goes beyond superficial. Develop important, personal friendships that last longer than a job title or company position might. Turn them (the business relationships) into real business Let your contacts know what your capacity is, what your company does, and that you are interested in helping them where it makes sense. You can help them as a vendor or as a customer – but they need to know about it and you. Be honest with them, and if there is a better solution for them then let them know. If you work to make them look good, even if you don’t get the business now, they will always remember that. Do the above things to grow and keep the relationships, and when the time is right, business just might follow. If it doesnt turn into business, even though you think it should, get over it. Remember that the long-term value of the relationship is likely more valuable to you and your career than this deal. Dont hold the grudge. As promised, here’s my one summarized TIP: Be genuine, have a strategy, but JUST START! I think too many people try and figure out all the ins-and-outs, or get analysis-paralysis, and never get anywhere. Sometimes all it takes is a phone call or e-mail inviting the other person to lunch, and ta-da! You have begun!

Tips For Choosing Resume Writing Services

Tips For Choosing Resume Writing ServicesWhether you need to take your career to the next level or are just searching for a change of pace, a career change is not going to happen overnight. The key to keeping it a surprise is to keep your resume fresh and new. If you do not do this, you will find that when you are approached for a job interview or getting a proposal for a promotion, the interviewer or hiring manager will be able to pick up on a certain weariness with the job.When you are searching for professional resume writing services in Columbus Ga, it is important to keep in mind how hard or easy the process of changing jobs is going to be. It could be hard to go from one supervisor to another, or even if the entire department does not change, it can still be hard to get through all the tasks and responsibilities of one position. These are some of the reasons why it is critical to stay motivated and stay excited about what you are doing. In this way, the resume writing services in Columbus Ga can help you gain the confidence you need to prove yourself to the potential employer.While a resume is not really required when applying for a job, it can definitely help land you the job. In fact, it is always a good idea to create a resume at the start of the application process. However, while looking for a resume writing service in Columbus Georgia, it is always a good idea to keep in mind the following tips when choosing the right company.Look for a company that understands your goals and feels comfortable asking you questions about what you want to achieve. If you find a resume writing service that gets right to the point and asks questions about what you want to accomplish, they are more likely to understand and care about your particular needs. This can help ensure that your information is clear and concise, which is a good thing when trying to convince an employer to hire you.As mentioned before, your resume is probably not going to get you the job instantly . That is why it is crucial to make sure that the resume is easy to read and easy to understand. You do not want to appear too formal or too mushy because you can end up looking like a hireling. This is especially true if the resume does not have a lot of details about your previous work experience.For one, a resume that does not have a lot of detail may seem quite boring and unprofessional. The best resume writing services in Columbus Georgia are going to give you the option to put in a little information about yourself without making it seem too formal. The information you put in should be fresh and exciting, but should also come across as professional and on-the-job oriented.A good resume should also be friendly and welcoming. The company that you choose should also give you guidance on how to present yourself and how to answer questions. This will help make the resume even more interesting and will make it more likely to get you noticed when you are finally hired for the job.The re are many factors to consider when searching for a professional resume writer. If you want to get a great resume, then it is best to take a look at how a resume is supposed to look. While a resume is not really a difficult document to write, it is best to think about how it should look and act when it is submitted to potential employers.

Uni Of Birmingham Judged Best Careers Service - Career Geek

Uni Of Birmingham Judged Best Careers Service - Career Geek The recent National Placement and Internship Awards adjudged University of Birmingham Careers Network as the Best University Careers/Placement Service. These awards are run by RateMyPlacement.co.uk under the rmpawards.co.uk website. RMP  was founded in 2007 by three university students who were unable to find a trusted source of information to help them research placement and internship opportunities. Today  RateMyPlacement.co.uk  receives over 1.2 million student visitors each year and is home to over 13,000 student reviews, each one rating and ranking placement and internship experiences at over 2,000 UK companies, allowing students to make better informed decisions when choosing which companies to apply to. The Awards, sponsored by PwC and supported by like-minded thought leaders AGR, AGCAS and NASES, were attended by over 400 representatives from both the corporate and higher education world. The event kicked off with  insights into  Effective and Innovative Engagement On-Campus, presented by On-Campus Promotions’ Ali Lindsay, Amber Jones and Charlotte Blake. Special Guest Speaker, Nick Holzherr then gave an inspirational speech into the challenges and successes achieved through his own work experiences; from setting up various start-ups at university, to launching his latest venture Whisk via The BBC’s Apprentice last year. The Awards were presented by RMP co-founders Oliver Sidwell and Chris Wickson, with Enterprise Rent-A-Car  taking home the Awards for  Best Diversity in Work Experience  and student Amy Brereton winning the coveted  Best Placement Student  Award.   The ceremony came to a close  with the announcement of the  Best Placement Internship Employer, top secret until its public announcement at the event. University Awards: Best University Placement/Careers Service:  Careers Network, University of Birmingham Most Improved Commitment to Employability:  University of Exeter Employability Graduate Development Outstanding Contribution to Work Experience:  Andy Newnham, University of Birmingham Student Awards: Best Placement student:  Amy Brereton, Enterprise Rent-A-Car Best Intern:  Adam Allcock, DoubleClick, Google Best Student Contribution to a Small or Medium-sized Enterprise:  Paul Scanlon, Jargon PR Best University Society:  PsyCardiff,  Cardiff University Best On-Campus Promotions Brand Manager:  Charlotte Beer, Simmons Simmons   Employer Awards: Best New Provider of Work Experience:  Gazprom Energy Best Short-term Insight Scheme:  Nabarro Best Diversity in Work Experience:  Enterprise Rent-A-Car  (Highly Commended: Jaguar Land Rover) Best On-Campus Marketing Campaign:  Ernst Young, Agency: SAS Best Small to Medium-sized Enterprise:  ProspectSoft For a full overview of the day and to find out who took home the trophies, visit the awards website at  www.rmpawards.co.uk. 2

Babysitter Job Description Sample - Algrim.co

Babysitter Job Description Sample - Algrim.co Babysitter Job Description Template Download our job description template in Word or PDF format. Instant download. No email required. Download Template Using Your Template Follow these instructions to use your new job description template Step one: Fill out all details in your job description template using the provided sample on this page. Step two: Customize your requirements or duties to anything special to your workplace. Be sure to speak with team members and managers to gauge what's required of the position. Step three: When the census of the team has agreed on the description of the work, add in a Equal Employment Opportunity statement to the bottom of your job description. Step four: Check with your legal department, management team, and other team members to ensure the job description looks correct before creating a job advertisement. Choose a job board that's specific to your needs. Related Hiring Resources Babysitter Resume Example Babysitter Cover Letter Sample

How to Choose the Perfect Template For Face Shaping

How to Choose the Perfect Template For Face ShapingIn most cases, the perfect face template is a user's best friend. It's a tool that can help you recreate your face to a desired look. You don't need to be a professional sculptor to use a template for face shaping. There are many online tools that will transform your face into the look you want.It's easy to find professional sculptors to turn you into a certain look. The best ones usually charge by the hour or charge a high price. But there are plenty of free templates out there for you to choose from. In fact, many free templates are similar to professional-grade templates.A perfect face template is a shape that's not just accurate, but also looks great. Some people prefer specific shapes, especially if they have a unique bone structure. If you're trying to achieve a certain look or have a more specific goal in mind, make sure that you choose a perfect template for face shaping.If you're just trying to change how your face looks, it 's wise to choose a template for face shaping that is highly detailed. Also, choose a template that's smaller than you would like. Smaller templates require less effort for the parts that need work.When you're done with your template, make sure you're satisfied with what you're working with. If you have a particular part of your face that you want to change, be sure to adjust your template so it meets your needs. Remember, if you want a certain feature, it will take some time to figure out how to accomplish it with a template.A perfect template for face shaping will include measurements, as well as an outline of your jaw, neck, chin, and chin fold. Your template should also be able to guide you through a process of reshaping your face. It will tell you the areas you need to focus on first and then you can do your reshaping.Your template will also give you advice on how to place a new 'lip' under your chin. This is done because the natural position of your lips is at the back of your mouth. To avoid forehead creases, which are often in line with your natural hairline, consider using a centerline template.The perfect template for face shaping can show you how to shape your nose. How to add in cheekbones is another thing your template will provide you with. A template for face shaping can even point you in the direction of a professional sculptor that you may want to hire. One good thing about a template is that you can customize it to look like a person that has a certain face shape.

An Employees Guide To Combatting Tiredness At Work

An Employee’s Guide To Combatting Tiredness At Work At the start of any working day, we all understand just how important it is to be switched on and ready to perform to the best of our ability.However, as we also all know only too well, some days are much better than others. Whether it’s out of work commitments, working extra hours or health issues, it’s sometimes tricky to be firing on all cylinders for every minute of the working week.One of the most classic examples is Monday morning syndrome. We all tend to joke about hating Monday mornings more than most because the freedom of the weekend has ended and work must continue.evalHowever, there is a great deal more to it than that. There is now actually plenty of scientific facts to support the suggestion that Monday mornings are particularly tough. Just take a look at this interesting Mental Floss article which discusses these facts in plenty of detail.As this example proves, there will be some days when you might not be firing on all cylinders at your desk.Thankfully, a new inf ographic from sleepypeople.com has lots of handy tips to keep you perky, even on the more exhausting days.It’s called ‘An Employee’s Guide To Combatting Tiredness At Work’ and it offers up lots of simple changes to your routine which can really make a difference.So, why worry about falling asleep on your keyboard any longer? Take a look at the infographic for yourself below.Infographic Credit â€" sleepypeople.com

Book review The marriage of sense and soul - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Book review The marriage of sense and soul - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Science gives us truth. Religion gives us meaning. We need both. In this book Ken Wilber argues that we need a world view that unifies science and religion/spirituality, which is hardly news. What was new (to me at least), is that he claims that such a world view is possible, without distorting the essential nature of the two. However, Ken Wilber does identify some demands that each camp must meet, if common ground is to be established. Religion must open its dogmas to scientific verification. Did Moses really part the red sea? Was Jesus actually born by a virgin? Does the earth really rest on a divine serpent? Did creation really occur in six days? Was Lao Tzu actually nine hundred years old when he was born? These claims clash with scientifically obtainable data, and no reconciliation with science is possible as long as these claims stand. Religion must center on a core of direct mystical, transcendental, meditative, contemplative or yogic experiences [] data seen with the eye of the mind. Science on the other hand must broaden its horizons. If spiritual insights can be arrived at through scientific methods, then science must accept these insights. And according to Ken Wilber, spiritual knowledge can indeed be gathered through processes that satisfy the scientific method of gathering the necessary knowledge, performing the experiment and then communally accepting or rejecting the claim. Specifically, many religions embody meditative practices, that consistently give practitioners to spiritual experiences. This is deep stuff, but it helps that the book is beautifully structured and very well written. And indeed it has to be Ken Wilber is treading a minefield here, and the risk is that instead of uniting science and religion hell end up pissing off both. Therefore his reasoning needs to be impeccable. 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

The Creative Business Womans Manifesto - When I Grow Up

The Creative Business Woman’s Manifesto - When I Grow Up How’s the New Year been treating you so far, Woman of the World? I hope you’re still feeling refreshed after the holidays and continuing to soar in 2019, ready to kick some serious business butt. I know I am. This past year I expanded my company like whoa, and it felt pretty amazing. In 2018, I increased my gross profit by 42%, signed on new members to my growing team, and revamped my programs and offerings in ways that feel more exciting to me and have even greater pay off for my clients. It was, in a word, awesome. I’m lucky to be riding that momentum into the next 12 months and invite you to jump on board! I also want to help get you started (and keep you motivated!) which is why I asked my talented designer to whip up my â€" (pause for dramatic effect) â€" ….Creative Business Woman’s Manifesto! This manifesto includes my best, most favorite and useful advice and ism’s designed to give you actionable guidance to discovering, building, and launching your dream business. Ready for it? Here it is!: What’s particularly cool about it is that you can download it, hang it up on your wall for easy reference, make it the background on your phone as a baby reminder to follow your business building heart, or blow it up to paste on the ceiling above your bed. Whatever is the most useful to you! I hope you find it inspiring in times of business doubt or worry, resourceful when you have big or scary questions, and useful as a gentle, guiding arrow when you feel lost on your career path. Me and my Creative Business Woman’s Manifesto are here for you, Woman of the World! Remember to always follow the scary/exciting! (More where that came from in the manifesto.) Once you’re done gobbling this up, head over to my Leave Your Job Launch Your Biz Webinar. In this 2-hour totally free planning session happening live tonight (!), we’ll talk over what it takes to actually leave your current gig and step fully into the business you’ve always dreamed of. (Psst! Folks in the webinar will also get early access to my new year-long coaching program, Dream To Done! Ah!) See you there!