18 Dec 09 Make The Most Of A Job You Hate

The recession is supposed to be over, but the jobs have been slow to return. This is a huge conundrum if you find yourself stuck in a job that you hate. You can’t really afford to quit and risk the gamble of finding work with few jobs available. How do you manage being stuck between the perpetual rock and a hard place? Well, here are a few tips for making that easier.

-Try thinking positively about the job you hate. Consider the positive parts, such as the fact that you are lucky enough to have a job during this turmoil. The fact that you have reliable enough work that you’ve stayed employed, and have been able to live more comfortably than many other Americans. Thinking about your good fortune is a great way to bring that smile out.

-Set time limits on your tasks, to see if you can accomplish your goals. This is almost a tactic to make a game out of the monotony you may suffer if you hate your job. Also this helps you get faster, and better at accomplishing your tasks. The appearance of becoming a better, harder worker, could help you advance into a higher position that you won’t hate.

-Take an interest in your coworkers. Make friends, and be positive and good natured with them. Creating a better work environment around you can really help how you feel at work. A great way to do that is improve your relations with those around you, creating a friendly environment that you can enjoy.

-Finally, just because you have a job, doesn’t mean you can’t look for a different one. Try looking for other opportunities that may serve you better. Something that you can really get into, and have a true passion for, unlike your current job. Just make sure to keep that knowledge silent, as some employers take personal offence when their employees look for work elsewhere. The last thing you want is to lose the job you have, because you were looking for a different one.

Tags: Appearance, Conundrum, Coworkers, Friends, Game, Good Fortune, Job, Jobs, Lucky, Monotony, Offence, recession, Risk, Rock And A Hard Place, Smile, Tactic, Time Limits, True Passion, Turmoil, Work Environment

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08 Oct 09 The Importance Of Body Language In An Interview

A massive part of any interview isn’t what you or the interviewer says, but rather your body language. Body language is a huge form of communication that most don’t even notice. The visual clues that people emit affect emotions from how that person is received, to deductions on how that person feels. Sending the wrong body language in an interview could lead to you not getting a job, no matter what you say. Coming off anything less than positive could be enough to seal the deal, and make you appear less than fit for the job.

So be conscious about everything you’re doing as you walk through the door. When your interview begins, think about the facial expression you have. The first thing an interviewer wants to see, is a confident positive person walking through their door. Does your face reflect confidence, and a positive attitude? Exactly what you should be asking yourself. Stand up straight, reflect good posture, and smile politely. But don’t appear overconfident, remember you don’t have the job yet, and overconfidence can be just as bad as negative body language.

From the successful entrance, make sure to shake hands with ever interviewer present. If you’re being interviewed by a panel, or just one person, make sure to walk over to them and give a good firm handshake. A firm handshake is important, as it shows confidence and also the ability to lead. You’re unafraid when you give someone a firm handshake, and up for the challenge. Make that clear by speaking through your body.

From there make sure to keep up that good posture when you sit down. Respond positively to every question, keeping your confident and courteous demeanor no matter the topic. Also remember to use hand gestures casually when speaking. By using hand gestures you show a calmness during your speech that will resonate on the interviewer. Don’t get excessive with your hand motions, but tracing a few shapes to illustrate an idea is always good.

Answer questions by leaning forward slightly, to show genuine interest and consideration in the question, and your answer. Don’t forget to also keep your voice at a higher decibel. You want to be heard, but you don’t have to shout. Being too loud makes you look overconfident, and that never plays well. Speak so all can hear you, but don’t hurt their ears.

Finally, shake hands with everyone once the interview is over, and thank them for the opportunity. Then, keeping your posture straight, and your disposition positive and courteous, leave the room the same way you came. If you pull off all of these factors correctly, your body language will have been pretty much impeccable. Letting your body speak with you could even just be that edge you need to land that job.

Tags: Calmness, Communication, Confidence, Demeanor, Emotions, Facial Expression, Fit, Getting A Job, Good Posture, Hand Gestures, Hand Motions, Handshake, Interviewer, Lead, Negative Body Language, Positive Attitude, Posture, Shapes, Smile

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14 Sep 09 Preparing For An IT Interview

Preparing for an interview in information technology can be a little bit different than your standard interview in a few ways. So preparation is key so that you may excel in the interview, and be ready for anything you are not expecting. Make sure you start things off with the standard professional demeanor. Stay positive, smile, dress for success, and make sure you have your firm steady hand shake carried with you.

You need confidence in an IT interview, while this is true of any interview, for IT it’s especially important. Information technology is a field that’s in constant flux, so your confidence in your ability to keep on top of that ever changing mountain is vital. Part of IT is having very good organizational skills, so show that by having prepared questions with you at the interview. Also, take a few notes about the important aspects of the job, and the answers to your questions. This will show that you have a real interest in what’s going on, and the position available.

Be prepared for the questions you are going to be asked, and make sure you don’t fumble for an answer. You should be expected to be asked basic questions about basic computer networking, as well as the more advanced. So make sure you know your stuff, and that all of your knowledge is absolutely current. Nothing will look worse than struggling to answer a question, or having an answer that’s out of date.

Finally, make sure you develop good informed questions, that are specific to the company to which you are applying. Try a few challenging ones specific to the field, or discussing new technology, or techniques. Anything that helps you look informed, as well as interested in the company. You want to appear interested in working for this employer, and you want to showcase your knowledge and value. Good questions do that better than you would believe.

Tags: Basic Computer Networking, Basic Questions, Confidence, Constant Flux, Dress For Success, Excel, Fumble, Good Organizational Skills, Important Information, Information Technology, Job, Little Bit, New Technology, Preparing For An Interview, Professional Demeanor, Showcase, Smile, Steady Hand

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