Win a Free Planner From May Designs - Classy Career Girl

Win a Free Planner From May Designs GIVEAWAY: We’ve teamed up with some amazing partners to bring you some great giveaways just in time for the holidays! This week we are giving away one free planner from May Designs. Choose a product. Pick your pattern. Customize it. Pretty. Simple. The Story Behind May Designs: The May Books brand was born from designer Mica May, a self-proclaimed font freak and a gal a little crazy about Pantone colors. The idea for her stylish notebooks came about almost by accident when clients of her design firm began taking notice of the signature notebooks that she brought along to all of her meetings. All May Books are bound together by the all-famous, old school sewing machine. Not only is the thread fabulous for the environment, but the book becomes utterly indestructible. No pages ripping out, covers falling off (this we absolutely LOVE!!) How to enter (must do all three): 1) Like this photo on Instagram. 2) Follow  @classycareergirl  on Instagram 3) Tag a friend who might enjoy this giveaway as well. That’s it! You can enter multiple times by tagging multiple friends in the comments below. Giveaway ends on December 11th at 11:59pm PST. US residents only. The winner will be announced on December 12th. We will notify you through Instagram and you will have 24 hours to respond or we will have to pick another winner. Good luck!  

Finding Sample Resumes For Each Job Search

Finding Sample Resumes For Each Job SearchSample resumes, whether typed or printed, are a great way to demonstrate what types of resumes a job seeker might expect. There are many samples that can be found online or at one of the many libraries and offices that provide samples. One can purchase samples by visiting the library or office of the hiring company, but there are other ways to get them. Many states have their own samples that the unemployed may use.Many people like to see the sample resumes that are available before they write their own. The samples will make them think about the essential information on a resume. A well written resume shows the employer that the applicant is serious about getting the job.Employers do not like to see resumes that are filled with spelling errors or that contain misleading information. They may also be angry when they see that the resume was written by the applicant herself. It is important to review all of the samples so that the applicant kno ws what they are looking for.Some of the sample resumes will give basic information on the applicant that will need to fill in later. Other samples will have the applicant's background checked and correct it. These samples can be used to check the applicant's accuracy. They may also indicate whether the applicant can work in all of the specific locations of the employment.There are sample resumes that have only the basics on the resume. Other samples will have a more detailed resume that includes a cover letter, a job description, skills needed, and references that the applicant should contact. Most employers prefer a more detailed resume that has all of the information included.The applicant should send the resume to the hiring agency and wait for an interview. Then they should send the resume back to the agency. The agency will then make a decision as to whether the resume is a good candidate or not. It is also important to ask the agency to send the resume to many different locat ions. The resumes will be used by employers throughout the country and by different companies. Some agencies are going to pick one or two samples and will be happy to send the same resume to all of the locations. However, they want to make sure that the resume is a good candidate to apply to any of the locations.There are many types of resumes that an applicant can use. Many different types of resumes can be found online. This means that applicants can write a resume in less time that they are trying to find. The first step is writing a resume and then looking through many different sample resumes to see what ones would be a good fit for the person who will be using the resume.

Grammar Schools in Birmingham 11+ Test A Parents Guide

Grammar Schools in Birmingham 11+ Test A Parent's Guide Welcome parent’s, to your in-depth resource for guiding your child through the application process of applying to Grammar Schools in Birmingham. As a parent, it is your job to oversee your child’s education. If you are reading this resource, it is inevitable that your child is applying, or is thinking about applying, to a Grammar school in Birmingham.A BREAKDOWN OF APPLYING TO GRAMMAR SCHOOLS IN BIRMINGHAMIn this section, I have provided you with a detailed video, put together just for you. Watch the video for more information on the process of applying to Grammar schools in Birmingham, including:• What the Grammar schools in Birmingham 11+ is all about; • How to prepare for the Birmingham Grammar 11+; • Practice material to demonstrate what the test consists of; • Frequently asked questions, to ensure you and your child are fully prepared for the 11+.WHAT IS THE ENTRANCE TEST?Any child who wishes to attend a Grammar school in Birmingham, will need to sit the admissions t est. There are eight Grammar schools in Birmingham which currently use this form of assessment. The test will assess each individual and whether they demonstrate the correct level of skill and intellect, before being given a Grammar school placement.WHO SHOULD TAKE THE ENTRANCE TEST?As mentioned, if your child wants to attend a Grammar school placement, they will need to sit the 11+ test admissions.If you are not sure whether your child should be undergoing the assessment this year, take a look at the following key point:• If your child was born between 1st September 2006 and 31st August 2007, you can register your child for the test for entry in September 2018.You do not need to live in Birmingham in order to apply for a Grammar school placement. Remember, there are only 1,220 placements for entry in September 2018. That means that competition for each place is high, and even if your child achieves the qualifying mark, they still may not be offered a placement.WHAT DOES THE ENTRA NCE EXAM CONSIST OF?The exam will consist of two tests, each of which will be approximately 50 minutes. There are four main areas which are covered in the test. These include:• Verbal Reasoning; • Comprehension; • Non-Verbal Reasoning; • Numerical Reasoning.WHAT ARE THE EIGHT GRAMMAR SCHOOLS IN BIRMINGHAM?As mentioned previously, there are eight Grammar schools in Birmingham which you can apply to:• Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School for Boys; • Handsworth Grammar School; • King Edward VI Aston School; • King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys; • King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls; • King Edward VI Five Ways School; • King Edward VI Handsworth School for Girls; • Sutton Codfield Grammar School for Girls.For more information on each of these schools, you can visit each individual school website.IMPORTANT KEY DATESBelow I have outlined some of the most important dates that you need to jot down in your diaries.Please note, the testing date for Birmingham Gr ammar schools is the same day as the test for Warwickshire Grammar School. Children will be able to apply to both of these; you will only need to register once, and sit the test once.TEST RESULTSTest results will be given out on the 13th October 2017. These are usually given in writing. Alongside your test scores, you will also be given information regarding the minimum scores needed to attend each Grammar school.You should read the eligibility requirements before filling in the Local Authority Preference Form. If your child has not met the needs of that Grammar school, then your choice will most likely be rejected.It is recommended that you visit the Grammar schools which you apply to prior to filling out the Local Authority Preference Form.VERBAL REASONING PRACTICE QUESTIONSQUESTION 1 Fill in the missing words so that the sentence reads correctly.He ____ the telephone and then ____ it to his mother. A = heard / shouted B = answered / spoke C = picked / threw D = answered / passed QUESTION 2 Which letter is missing from the following words?HER(_) RAG and BLUR(_) ALLA = B B = S C = T D = UQUESTION 3 Which of the following words is the odd one out? A = First B = Second C = Third D = Forth E = FifthCOMPREHENSION PRACTICE QUESTIONSFor the following questions, read through the passage carefully and then answer the questions.QUESTION 1 List three examples which show how the reader knows that the character, Webster, is a spider.QUESTION 2 The author states two reasons as to why Webster’s “masterpiece” is resourceful. Find the evidence in the passage and then write it out word-for-word.NUMERICAL REASONING PRACTICE QUESTIONSQUESTION 1 I think of a number. I add 9 and then multiply by 7. I halve it and then add 13. My number is now 97. What number did I originally start with?QUESTION 2 Here is a Venn Diagram. Using the numbers, fill in the Venn Diagram correctly.NON-VERBAL REASONING PRACTICE QUESTIONSQUESTION 1 Which figure is the odd one out?QUESTION 2 Wor k out which two shapes are identical. No rotation or reflection is needed.ANSWERS TO PRACTICE QUESTIONSANSWERS TO VERBAL REASONING PRACTICE QUESTIONS Q1. D = answered / passed Explanation = If you add these words to the sentence, you would get: “He answered the telephone and passed it to his mother.” Q2. A = B Explanation = herb, brag, blurb and ball. Q3. D = Forth Explanation = The word “forth” in relation to the other words is incorrect. Instead it should be “fourth”.ANSWERS TO COMPREHENSION PRACTICE QUESTONS Q1. You could have had the following: • “Webster created an articulate infrastructure; a structure so defined and carefully constructed” â€" this is talking about the spider’s web. • “He knew that every ‘man’ was out for himself” â€" ‘man’ is written in inverted commas, suggesting that Webster is not actually a man. • “After all, he was tiny and suffered with a damaged leg, all of which makes him inferior to the leader of the cluster.” â€" The term ‘cluster’ is used to describe a group of spiders.Q2. You should have the following answers: • “Create a sense of security and triumph” • “Protect and hide themselves”ANSWERS TO NUMERICAL REASONING PRACTICE QUESTIONS Q1. 15 Explanation = • 97 â€" 13 = 84 • 84 x 2 = 168 • 168 ÷ 7 = 24 • 24 â€" 9 = 15Q2. Multiples of 8 = 16 and 8 Multiples of 6 = 36, 54, and 78 Multiples of 6 and 8 = 72, 48 and 24ANSWERS TO NON-VERBAL REASONING PRACTICE QUESTIONS Q1. D Explanation = the number of lines depends on the number of shapes. There should be two lines because there are two shapes.Q2. A and C Explanation = These are the only two shapes that match exactly. This entry was posted in Education, 11+, Resources. Bookmark the permalink. Katie Noakes CSSE Essex 11+ Exam: Maths Practice QuestionsHow2Become Grenfell Tower Donations

5 Project Management Skills to Boost Your Career - CareerAlley

5 Project Management Skills to Boost Your Career - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. Managing business projects is a skill that spans a number of career paths and demands a wide range of talents and aptitudes, underpinned by experience and wisdom. To complete projects to a good standard, within budget and to schedule, you require expertise across an array of areas, such as budget and time management, customer relations, prioritization and team leadership to name but a few. However, by taking note of a few sensible tips, the results seen from your project management efforts can be significantly bettered and your business and career will be greatly improved. These are the recommended 5 points to consider: Ensure That You Fully Comprehend the Task This might seem like stating the obvious, however many people plunge headfirst into projects without spending the time to comprehend the project brief properly. Make room in your schedule to look through the information provided by your sales team. Note down any queries you have as you read. If you are not sure about any areas, or have any specific worries, be sure to express these early on, to prevent later confusion. Only once you have fully examined the brief, should you pass the details of it onto your team in a concise and clear manner. Tackle Each Project in an Original way Although you might have to work within a particular framework for a project, you should not forget that each project has its own characteristics. Team members, budget considerations, and time constraints alter should be considered and you need to adjust your modus operandi appropriately. You might have to change your style of leadership to make sure you meet tough deadlines, or alter your method of communicating to suit the different people in your team. Whatever changes you enact, try to retain a flexible approach. Test and Tweak Should your project start off in an encouraging manner, do not automatically think that it will carry on like this. Always monitor the status of your project, to ensure that you are providing what was initially requested in the customer brief. A few styles of project management, like Agile, have scope for customer engagement, usefully checking that their wishes are being fulfilled as you progress. This can save you money and time, by circumventing the requirement for major adjustments, in the event that one crucial missed step is revealed at the projects completion. Express Your Worries Although you are the manager of the project, your role does not extend to conflict resolution. Should one of the members of your team develop a negative attitude and fail to deliver work to a satisfactory level, it might be best to ask his or her supervisor to tackle this, rather than wading in yourself. Disciplinary procedures do not fall within your jurisdiction. Similarly, if you are encountering a high level issue, you should convey this to your supervisor. The more communicative you are, and the more skillfully you raise legitimate issues, the simpler you will find it to address problems as they appear. Theres no Substitute for Experience Irrespective of the amount of time you have worked as a project manager, you can always learn more. Each project you complete will teach you something new, so make the effort to improve. Whether it is feedback for management, opportunities for training or fresh communication methodologies, spend some time reflecting in a positive manner, and create your own personal development action plan. By taking these 5 points into consideration, you should find that the educational process is quicker, and that you progress further as a professional project manager (while delivering great projects at the same time). Wisdom, experience and qualifications are important, however these 5 easy tips will allow you to witness improvements straightaway. Book Corner [easyazon_link asin=1118497236 locale=US new_window=default nofollow=default tag=caree07-20 add_to_cart=default cloaking=default localization=default popups=default]Project Management For Dummies[/easyazon_link] Author Bio Joshua Turner is a writer who creates informative articles in relation to business. In this article, he offers a few tips for successful project managers and aims to encourage further study as a master of project management online This is a Guest post. We are always eager to hear from our readers. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or suggestions regarding CareerAlley content. Good luck in your search,Joey Google+ Job Search job title, keywords, company, location jobs by

Ascertaining Your Awesomeness (One Year Later) The 2012 Etsy Success Symposium

Ascertaining Your Awesomeness (One Year Later) The 2012 Etsy Success Symposium Manohmanohmanohman. When I saw my Inbox fill up with info about the 2012 Etsy Success Symposium, I did two things almost simultaneously: First, I went, Ohmygosh already?! How is that possible?! Second, I ran to my calendar (and by ran I mean clicked, but I did it super fast, you guys) to see if Id be free to go. Last years Symposium rocked my world (and gave me the after affect emotion of tears-and-gratitude, which is the sweetest place to be in), and while I didnt trust that Id feel well enough to make an in-person appearance (my last schmemo was Tue, and usually by Fri I have a case of the Big-Time Tireds), I RSVPd to the Online Labs with the hope Id be able to plop myself in front of the computer for a workshop or four. So the point of this post is not only to tell you that The Etsy Success Symposium Is Always Amazeballs And You Have No Excuse To Miss It Since It Streams Online So Mark Your Calendars for Tomorrow And Get All The Info Here , but also to reflect/celebrate/expand on one of the major highlights of 2011 for me: being a speaker at the 2011 symposium. I look back at my workshop, Ascertaining Your Awesomeness Articulating It Without Sounding Like an Ass, and still beam: its something I still wanna preach to the choir, something I still think could help those now who are looking to craft their mission statements/ elevator pitches/ manifestos (if thats you, watch the recording above grab everything that went with it right here its time well spent, I promise!), something that I still base my workshops around both in subject matter (my next onell be Unveiling Your Uniquity ( How the Heck to Apply It to You Passionate Career)) and presentation style (I tell stories and give my a-has/takeaways , then ask questions and make ya answer em on the spot, then leave ya with a bit of homework). Im still new to speaking and know I wont be able to do more til next year, but Im proud of myself for creating virtual workshops so I can still workshop-it-up at home. Im dying to know if you worked through my workshop last year (or have done it since then), did it help you, um, ascertain your awesomeness articulate it without sounding like an ass? What stuck? Whats changed since then? Do you go over your  mission statements/ elevator pitches/ manifestos semi-regularly to see if its still applicable to your goals/business? How do you still need help in discovering your uniquity and/or being able to talk to people about how amazeballs you are without feeling like a slimy salesman? Please leave a comment give it to me straight. I wanna hear (and help)!

Career Summary Resume - What Skills Will Your CV Have?

Career Summary Resume - What Skills Will Your CV Have?When it comes to preparing a career summary resume, there are many skills and attributes you should have. By being careful with this, you will be well on your way to landing a job you are passionate about.You need to have strong communication skills and high critical thinking abilities. These will show through in the CV you submit to your prospective employer. Having the ability to express yourself clearly and concisely is essential for a resume.Personal qualities such as social skills, concern for others, responsibility and good time management are also important. It is very easy to overlook these when you are working on the 'the one' or the 'right' job, but as you continue to work on the job search, these will come to the forefront of your mind.If you are a person who enjoys communicating with people, it will be easier for you to create a presentable resume. This does not mean that you should avoid or include information in your resume. The point is to keep the focus on the job at hand, as you present yourself.Finally, do not forget the importance of the physical appearance. As stated before, a resume is a reflection of who you are. A good resume will include several physical expressions such as tan, white hair, and blue eyes.To get a full-time job, a resume is a big help. Many employers look at your skill sets and expect you to show how these have benefited the company by presenting your full-time job history.This will not happen if you simply go through the motions of a job search. Instead, you will be able to produce a resume that has lasting benefits for you and your career. Once you make the commitment to get a career summary resume, there will be more opportunities to land your dream job and become well on your way to achieving your life's goals.

Classified Facts About Financial Analyst Resume Only the Experts Know Exist

Classified Facts About Financial Analyst Resume Only the Experts Know Exist The Argument About Financial Analyst Resume A career for a business analyst can be very rewarding. To be certain you're prepared, take a look at our totally free financial analyst courses online! A junior financial analyst can take pro-active actions to accelerate the procedure for advancement. Committed financial analyst prepared to utilize career of over a decade in dedicated senior position. The demand for financial senior analysts is in its peak in the present economy. Imagine you must convince an investor of the provider general well-being. As senior financial analysts are employed in nearly every business and in all sizes of organizations, the work environment might vary. Top-tier financial analysts are called senior analysts. Getting the Best Financial Analyst Resume A well-written summary section will provide the reader an extremely very good idea of who you are. You have to give additi onal information about every info mentioned there. Resumes can be challenging to write, but here are a number of strategies for simplifying the approach. Whatever They Told You About Financial Analyst Resume Is Dead Wrong...And Here's Why So make sure you tell the interviewer that you prefer to examine companies from several perspectives. As you're asking for a position in the financial industry, you must continue to keep your resume professional. Since you can see over the applicant lists his understanding of both. As stated by the demands of your position, you can start looking for less or more experience in the specific role or industry. What Is So Fascinating About Financial Analyst Resume? The part of a Financial Analyst demands strong quantitative skills and exceptional communication abilities. After the first screening, you will need to discover if it's the candidate possesses the ideal hard and soft skills to do the work successfully. Your abilities and qualificati ons are associated with your degree of experience. In some companies the financial staff utilizes basic tools like spreadsheet and word-processing program. As a way to always acquire accurate outcome, it's fantastic for financial analysts to apply calculations and measurements to their day-to-day job routines. Financial analysts ought to be able to recognize such complex troubles, and review related info to allow exploration and implementation of solutions. Senior financial analysts also have to be acquainted with the newest accounting software and computer systems so as to adequately perform their roles.