3 Ways to Find Employer Brand Data Online

3 Ways to Find Employer Brand Data Online How do you measure your employer brand? That’s a question we get to ask a lot, and the answer seemed to differ every time. So we did some thinking. The final result is this little (or maybe BIG) project that we’ve been working on for a while: *drumroll please* The Employer Brand Index! *audience clapping enthusiastically* Hooray! In this article we give you a bit of insider information, we explain how we collect data for our Employer Brand Index. We usually look at all kinds of under-generated platforms, but in this article, we use Glassdoor, Instagram, and Quora as three examples. Three perspectives In order for you to have a nice overview of your employer brand, we’re taking a look at three different platform variations. First of all, the one we’re all checking out at some point (let’s face it): review websites. You know, the lovely lists and recognizable, (hopefully) five shining stars. Everyone wants to aim for the best score, but let’s take a second glance beyond. Social media? The good old socials. Even though it has become one the most clogged space on the internet, we still want to figure out what’s happening in the buzzing *bee reference, shoulder pat if you got that* social scene. Let’s just say we’re going to infinity and beyond! Third and final perspective is the forums! We know, it sounds like a ‘00 kind of noun, but trust me, there’s some good stuff on there! 1. Employer Review Websites The most well-known one is Glassdoor, who also publish their annual ‘Best Places To Work’ online. Let’s be honest: a lot of companies really, really want to get up there on the number one spot. Glassdoor is all about user-submitted feedback, or as they call it employee-generated content. Besides some good old opinions of former employees, it will also give you insights into salary, CEO-likeness and whether employees would recommend it to a friend. Because, let’s face it, word of mouth is still pretty big. It takes an average of 24 days to be hired in the U.S. See how other countries compare. https://t.co/WQ0G57MVvF pic.twitter.com/1N6lEGCGxk Glassdoor (@Glassdoor) January 23, 2018 2. Social Media Yup, I’m sure you have all the platforms covered with official accounts, verified ticks and so on. However, when it comes to social media platforms, for instance, “The Gram” Instagram, we will be going beyond the standard comments on your posts. Let’s just say we dive into the world of hashtags, locations and all additional employer branding content. Instagram is only an example, I’m pretty sure you can mention tons of other social media channels, but hey, we don’t want to give it all away at once! New today! You can now follow hashtags on Instagram. https://t.co/RXOHsT9ATC pic.twitter.com/hkCT9BiS9b Instagram (@instagram) December 12, 2017 3. Online Forum Wait, what? A forum? I hear you thinking: are you all crazy up there? Nope, we’re not. Let me tell you why. Forums are happy places where you can share everything with your own community. Whether that’s a scientific problem with professors or people who share their love for Italian food. I made a point here, forums are extremely diverse, that’s why we need to observe them through ‘employer brand eyes’. All the additional stuff will vanish, which leads to totally relevant pieces of content. Or rather: people’s opinions around the employer brand of a brand or company. Let’s just say we won’t use the following Quora question for any Employer Brand Index https://twitter.com/chriscaple/status/955373491691298816 Curious? Now that we’ve told you a bit of insider stuff, you must be curious for more, right? Let me help you with that. Check out this link to access more information on the Employer Brand Index. Feel free to give me a shout for any questions or feedback. We’re all about that!

Leading Achieved With Adoption Resume Writing

Leading Achieved With Adoption Resume WritingLeading agile adoption resume writing to enhance the competitiveness of the organization is a good way to win over the competition and improve the performance. These resume tips are effective in imparting information, offering a clear example of achievement and development, and arouse the curiosity of potential employees.People with traits like confidence, integrity, and creativity are well suited for leading a career in a developing company. However, the resume must clearly explain the quality of work that the candidate has done. A good quality resume can add considerable value to an employer's decision to hire someone. Leading adoption resume writing helps in making the right impressions on the potential employee and the employer's decision to sign the candidate up.Before hiring the person for the job, the employer wants to know how prepared the candidate is for the employment opportunity. If the applicant is prepared then he or she will make a greater contribution towards the company and will succeed in finding a suitable job. Leading adoption resume writing enhances the expertise of the candidate by conveying the quality of work he or she has done and enhancing his or her profile.The team members skills can be used to bring about improvement to the company's performance. The resume should give an example of the skills the individual has used to develop the team. All team members are equally important and leadership is the key in developing the team. In adopting agile resume writing, it is necessary to use the team members abilities and talents in order to realize the goal.The candidate's individual history also needs to be presented to the employer. Information on achievements and interests of the candidates can be included in the resume to show that the candidate is not only a dynamic employee but also the provider of the company. A resume that is well written will allow the candidate to realize the goal the com pany has in mind and lead the development process. Giving clear information helps the candidate to motivate himself or herself to take the next step.It is important that a resume uses appropriate keywords in the content. Keywords are phrases or words that describe what the content of the resume is about. It is important to choose appropriate keywords so that the resume will not get rejected when read.Good documentation is required to carry out the development plan for the project, with the client's approval, and when the company begins using the software, it is essential to incorporate this document in the resume. Leading adoption resume writing helps the candidate to carry out the task properly and provide the needed data. To complete the goal successfully, it is necessary to mention these points in the resume.Communication skills are essential in leading adoption resume writing. Effective communication skills help the applicant to make the best possible impression on the employer. Leading a resume gives information to the employer about the potential employee's skills, abilities, and experiences.

7 Gives and 7 Takes for 2017 - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

7 Gives and 7 Takes for 2017 - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career This is the last Personal Branding Blog post for me in 2016. Over the last few weeks I have written a lot about finding a job through the holidays and a few of the things I’ve learned thru the process of searching for a job myself. This post and the Gives and Takes below  were partially inspired by the job search efforts and by the people I have encountered along the way. They have given me so many ideas and so much energy. I want to share the ideas and the energy with you. Making better choices takes work. There is a daily give and take, but it is worth the effort. ~ Tom Rath I hope a few of these tips help you to kick off 2017 with a bang. You’ll notice I am referring at times to some of my previous posts. I hope you have already read them and this serves as a nice connection point and refresher. If not, I hope they open your thinking to get you reading all of my posts (yes, that’s a Give and a Take from me). Please feel free to add any more that you like or have found beneficial to your career or personal life. 7  Gives and 7 Takes What I mean by Gives and Takes is just like it sounds. These are things you should be looking to give away in 2017. And, while it might be perceived as selfish you do deserve to Take a few things in 2017. Give Give today to get better tomorrow ~  Ashish Patel A book A favorite book youve liked and especially one you have read is a great choice to give away. Ideally, with an inscription from you for why you liked it and how it helped you. But, it could be just a verbal comment. The gift of time â€" They aren’t making any more of it … use what you’ve got wisely. When someone asks for your time … (and it makes sense to offer it) … give it freely and wholeheartedly. You may be surprised how much more you learn when you are fully present. Your attention â€" Again, this is something you can offer someone else. You get to decide when and where you combine points 2 and 3. But, when you do … Be Fully Present! Consider: 7 Tips for Hearing More and Doing More Time as a mentor â€" Yes, this takes time. Yes, this takes practice. And, yes, you can learn as you go along. You KNOW something. Share it. Credit where it is due â€" This is fairly obvious, but when you see someone doing something right … tell ‘em.   And, be specific. Don’t just say “Good Job!” Back. Meaning just what it says … Give Back. This can be anything that is listed above or anything else you can think of as a way to give back. Take Take Risks: If You Win You Will Be Happy If You Lose You Will Be Wise Yourself less seriously  â€" Too often we get caught up in our own day-to-day drama. Sometimes you just need to take a step back, look at the big picture, take a deep breath … then smile. Laugh if you want. More meaningful breaks  â€" Whether it’s to stretch at your desk, take a walk around the office, or to get away for a few minutes of fresh air … Remember to  Take 10 Minutes a Day to Do NOTHING On a passion project  â€" You have may been working on a side project for a while. If you have been … great. Keep it up. If you aren’t yet  this is the year to find a new one and really sink your teeth into it. Smart companies and enlightened managers are encouraging Passion Projects as I wrote about in Stoke Your Passion and Elevate Your Career Better care of yourself  â€" This is my commitment for myself in 2017. I’m going to TAKE the time to workout, eat right and regain some of the flexibility I’ve lost over the years. There are always areas that can use improvement. We don’t need to take them on all at once. But, with the help of a calendar and some friends to hold us accountable (or a personal trainer) we can take .. better care of ourselves in 2017. Take credit when it is due  â€" As mentioned above in the Gives … there is also a take component to credit. Do this gracefully and with tact, but make the effort to insure your efforts get the credit that is due. It doesn’t have to be a big banner or an airplane towing a sign. However, when you poured your energy into something you should expect and accept the recognition. A trip to somewhere youve never been  This can be anything, but I suggest you consider something local. It doesn’t need to cost a lot of money. By local … consider going to a place that is effectively in your backyard, but you never find (make) the time to go. For me in 2016 it was to attend a beach party with a fire pit. I look to do more of these local, low-cost, fun things in 2017. If you find yourself in Seattle … join me. The time to do that thing Youve been promising yourself youd do it for years now. This is the year to do it. It doesn’t necessarily have to be a passion project like mentioned in point #3. It could be something that you’ve been putting off or something you’ve always wanted to do. 2017 is the year to do it. 7 + 7 = 14 Not that you need to follow any of this guidance,  but consider there are 7 Gives and 7 Takes. If you wanted to you could alternate Gives and Takes every day and repeat the cycle every 2 weeks for a twice a month cadence. Think about that … 26 weeks of Gives and 26 weeks of Takes. Imagine what you could do. Take your time and go at your own pace. It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop ~ Confucius The goal with these is not to follow the explicitly. Make up your own that work for you. Yet implicit within these Gives and Takes is that you get to make choices and commit your time where you see fit. When you do this consistently you will stand out in your career and begin (or continue) to carve out an exemplary reputation for yourself.

Whats Worse No Work Culture or a Negative One

Whats Worse No Work Culture or a Negative One I recently read an article on  FastCompany.com  entitled, “Why a Negative Work Culture Is Better Than No Culture at All.” Much of the article centered around Victor Ho, the CEO of FiveStars â€" a customer loyalty network for small businesses. Ho, who worked on Wall Street before cofounding the company with another former Wall Streeter, talked about bringing elements of the Wall Street culture to his new company, including long hours, six-day workweeks and high standards of output without much praise.  He goes  on to  mention the growth of the company, the necessity of defining company values and the resulting success. The article’s title alone was interesting enough to warrant clicking and reading, though my first question was, is there really such thing as no culture at all? According to the  HR Insights Blog, workplace culture is defined as ‘the character and personality of your organization. It’s what makes your organization unique and is the sum of its values, traditions, beliefs, interactions, behaviors, and attitudes.’  Even if these elements aren’t defined, they still exist, though the lack of recognition and definition among employees and management would most likely result in poor performance and a lack of success. So the real question is â€" would you rather work for a company that is unsuccessful, or one with a culture that makes your life miserable? No Culture Let’s examine the first option.  What the article describes as ‘no culture at all’ is what I would define as a work culture driven by apathy and indifference, devoid of teamwork and collaboration and with no measurable goals, and thus no pride of  achievement or accomplishment. By definition, the culture is not  negative  (otherwise it would fall into the other category); it’s simply not conducive to success. A company like this probably won’t be profitable for long, but perhaps its employees aren’t looking for longevity. Can an employee be considered ‘valuable’ if he or she doesn’t truly care about the company or its goals? What if the employee is only using the job as a stepping stone to gain experience before  moving on to the next stage of their career? Can he or she still make a worthwhile contribution? If you can answer ‘yes’ to these questions, then this nonexistent work culture may actually be a better option than a truly negative one. Negative Culture Now for the second option.  In some industries, a negative work culture is the norm and may be considered  the  price for success. In the original article, Ho mentioned that his Wall Street background included a culture of ‘negative reinforcement’ where you ‘chastise someone when they mess up.’ Recently, the banking industry has come under fire following reports of extreme  stress, long hours and unrealistic workloads and expectations. Why is the industry able to get away with providing such horrible working conditions? Because the demand for jobs far outweighs the need for employees, and for some reason it’s become an accepted practice. Why pay junior employees X when there are thousands of new grads willing to work for half that? Why allow them to work X hours when they are willing to work twice that? A work environment that severely affects the livelihoods  of young interns  or employees  is certainly a negative culture. And no, this is  not  better than no culture at al l. The Lesser of Two Evils Obviously a positive work culture is always favorable, but in determining if a negative work culture is better than no work culture, I believe it’s dependent upon whether you see it from an employer’s or employee’s perspective. For employers, a negative work culture is favorable. While it may not be in its employees’ best interest, the company may still be successful â€" in some cases, maybe more so than with a positive culture. Employees may hate working there, but if it’s in a field where turnover is typically high, this may be of little concern to the employer. On the other hand, for employees, no work culture may be favorable. According to Jeanne Meister of Future Workplace, in a survey entitled “Multiple Generations @ Work,” 91 percent of Millennials expect to stay at a job for less than three years. With employee focus shifting from employer loyalty and tenure to gaining skills and experience, a lack of culture may be of little concern to younger workers who will use their acquired experience to navigate through a number of positions with a variety of benefits. Image: Shutterstock

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Resume

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez ResumeALEXANDRIA OCASIO-CAZOES is planning to run for president as a Democrat, but his recent resume sounds like it was put together by an intern for Senator Ted Kennedy. In fact, many of the sections on his resume are similar to those on some of Kennedy's career. The biggest difference is the politician. Ocasio-Cortez has the skin of a dancer and the street smarts of a politician.Aside from the Affordable Health Care Act, and his environmental platform, we can expect to see him making an appearance at the Democratic National Convention in August. He will have an opportunity to meet with the President, and if he gets elected, he will be the face of the party for four years. His skills are well suited for the job.The obvious question is where does Alex Avila-Cojuez fit into the national Democratic Party. We know that Barack Obama and John Edwards are loyal foot soldiers. Of course, there is a place for those candidates who do not toe the line.A career in polit ics will certainly qualify you for the real world. The important thing is that the candidate has a resume that looks impressive. The recruiter needs to know what to look for, and it makes the person appear more organized, motivated, and competent.It is no secret that the Democrats have been working hard to get their convention room ready for the National Coordinating Committee. They need a strong candidate to represent the Democrats in the best light possible.The DNC has already selected the cities, which could provide the location for the DNC in Denver. After the convention, the candidate will be given time to rebuild his resume and make a name for himself.Since Alex has put together his own achievements, it is easy to see why he might have some flaws. What we have seen from his resume is that he had a great career in Puerto Rico. Now, this is where his resume will need to show his leadership ability, and influence to others.His success or failure will depend on his credibility and experience as a career. If he can put his life in perspective and demonstrate his abilities to others, then we can all rest assured that his career is indeed legitimate.

Is Your Company Producing Too Much Waste

Is Your Company Producing Too Much Waste Whether it’s expired supermarket food or metal filings on a factory floor, business waste can result in huge costs both to the environment and your company’s profits. Here are a few ways in which you can reduce your business’s waste, saving money and saving the planet. Keep a close eye on expiration dates Stock that is about to expire such as food ingredients should be noted and used. Restaurants will often use a day dot system to note how long something has left before it expires and will create special daily offers in order to get these ingredients used up and sold. Food in packaging meanwhile will often come with an expiry date printed on it â€" by rotating stock you can ensure that the food that is about to expire first is used first. Other items that can expire include medication, camera film, cosmetics, paints and dyes. Get recycling There are many recycling companies that will pay to take away your waste. Scrap metal yards will often pay for getting rid of excess construction materials and old metal furniture. There are many companies meanwhile that recycle electronic parts for cash, selling them onto computer repair companies and other tech businesses. It’s even possible to sell many things on gumtree from half used cans of paint to old desks. Train employees to reduce waste Employee mistakes can sometimes lead to waste. This could include mishearing someone’s order at a restaurant and preparing the wrong meal, or printing off leaflets for a client only to find that there’s an error on the leaflet and that they need to be reprinted. Having screening systems in place can reduce errors â€" this could involve encouraging waiting staff to read back orders to customers or having something checked by a peer. In other cases, measures and quotas may need to be introduced to prevent employees using up supplies (for example, some offices have a paper and ink quota that prevents people printing off unnecessary documents). Improve stock control Ordering too many supplies can also lead to waste if it’s then impossible to use those items before their expiry date. You can sell on these supplies in some cases, but in most cases it’s better to improve stock control so that you haven’t got this surplus inventory to begin with. Modern logistic software can help to identify trends in sales and see which items get sold and which don’t so that you’re not left with lots of extra stock. Minimize waste with machinery Certain modern machinery may be able to trim waste entirely. Going paperless and relying wholly on sending information via computers could help to cut out paper and ink costs. In other cases, machinery may be fine-tuned to eliminate waste, such as an industrial machine that requires minimal oil.

Are You A Workaholic How To Tell And What To Do About It - Kathy Caprino

Are You A Workaholic How To Tell And What To Do About It Part of Kathy Caprinos series Supporting Todays Workforce Workaholism is an addiction that is plaguing the average worker in the U.S. Research shows that  almost half  consider themselves workaholics, putting in four hours of unpaid overtime per week, and spending another four hours just thinking about work. How can professionals manage their time in a more balanced way and push back to establish more work/life balance? To learn more about this, I caught up with  Dr. Ross Nelson, a licensed clinical psychologist.  Nelson is a Behavioral Health Program Consultant at Crossover Health and a licensed clinical psychologist with over 12 years’ experience providing therapy, consultation, and leadership across diverse healthcare systems ranging from innovative startups, government agencies, large for-profit healthcare organizations, and non-profit mental health clinics. Nelson specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and is devoted to shaping and scaling next-generation mental healthcare systems. Prior to establishing his own practice, Nelson served as behavioral health clinical psychologist at Crossover Health, providing healthcare to employees of large technology companies in Silicon Valley. He also served as a psychologist at Kaiser Permanente, providing expertise, guidance, consultation, department-wide didactic training, and treatment for individuals overcoming anxiety disorders and stress. Heres what he shares about workaholism that we need to know: Ross Nelson:  While the American Psychological Association does not yet recognize “workaholism” as a clinical condition, the phenomenon has been studied and well researched since the term was first coined in 1971. Consequently, we are aware of primary indicators of workaholism. These  include: Working more than what is reasonably expected (as established by the job requirements and individual economic needs) despite negative consequences (i.e. relationships, health, social life, or otherwise) Having persistent and frequent thoughts about work when not working Feeling compelled to work due to internal pressures without external evidence to support this compulsion Caprino:  Wow, by those standards, that’s almost every professional I work with and coach! Who is most susceptible to becoming a workaholic? Nelson:  In general, workaholism affects men and women equally and is not correlated to education level, marital status, or part-time versus full-time employment.  Research  shows that of the Big Five personality traits (extraversion, conscientiousness, agreeableness, openness to experience and neuroticism), people high on conscientiousness, extraversion, neuroticism, and openness may be more susceptible to becoming workaholics. Additionally, people who are achievement-oriented, perfectionistic, or show compulsive tendencies may also be  at risk  for workaholism. It’s important to note that technology in the workplace may have a role to play in the prevalence of workaholism. For example, the boundaries between work and home tend to blur with company-provided computers, emails pushed to smartphones and late-night text messages from bosses. Sadly, it’s common that workplaces with high-stakes positions, high salaries, pressure, and demand don’t exactly promote “work-life balance.” Caprino:  How would you describe the workaholics you encounter most in your practice? Nelson:  Just as not all humans are the same, not all workaholics present the same way in therapy. However, there are some commonalities across my clients who struggle with workaholism. In general, the workaholics I encounter are passionate, proud, ambitious, and hard-working people with beautiful intentions to succeed in their careers, do good work, and prove their value to their companies. Many clients have lost sight of the healthy pursuit of excellence and instead have become overly perfectionistic or nearly obsessed with approval, achievement, and/or climbing the corporate ladder. It’s common that these clients recognize they have a problem and know they need help, but find themselves feeling trapped, stuck, anxious, depressed, and hopeless. Caprino:  Yes, this has parallels to what I call “perfectionistic overfunctioning” which can be so damaging to our health, happiness, success and well-being. But have you found that workaholism can ever be a good thing? Nelson:  Yes, if someone is lonely, unhappy in their relationships, does not enjoy their hobbies or free time, or generally dislikes their life outside of work, workaholism can be  wonderful  (please note tongue-in-cheek tone). Otherwiseno, I’m sorry. I can’t possibly recommend being a workaholic. Some researchers have proposed that there can be short-term benefits, such as praise from bosses, but the long-term consequences (insomnia, stress, depression, anxiety, marital problems, decreased social life, etc.,) clearly outweigh the potential rewards received. To drive this point home, recently in Japan, the term “karoshi” has been surfacing, which is used to describe when someone has a heart attack, stroke, or commits suicide as a result of work-related stress. It’s important not to confuse “engagement” and “workaholism.” While workaholism is generally believed to be pathological, work engagement is, indeed, a good thing.  Engagement  distinguishes itself as an employee’s positive attitude and feelings toward their job. It is a healthy form of heavy work involvement and does not include the guilt associated with not working. Caprino:  What can employees do to survive work environments that encourage workaholism? Nelson:  It’s become increasingly common for not only individuals to treat workaholism as a “badge of honor,” but for companies or even entire industries (i.e. technology, finance, and entrepreneurism) to promote the “out-grind, out-hustle, and out-work everyone” mindset. To “survive” such an environment, I recommend employees: Advocate Seek out opportunities to speak with your manager about their expectations for the job as well as your desire for balance. Vulnerability and honesty can go a long way in communicating with a manager who may be unaware of the strain you’re experiencing. If your manager seems to want email responses in the evenings and weekends, start a dialogue about it, and if the emails are not noted as “urgent,” simply ignore them until the next workday. Reflect and Prioritize Research  has indicated that excessive workers are less effective, have worse health, and in fact, make more errors than their more balanced counterparts. Reflect and remind yourself of this fact if you find yourself working in an environment that encourages workaholism. Remember too that there will always be more to do, so you must prioritize and draw the line somewhere. In setting your own boundaries, you may even find yourself outperforming your workaholic colleagues. Change   If your job environment doesn’t fit your working style and interests, maybe it’s time to seek out a new employer that encourages reasonable work-life balance. Even if it means you need to take a pay cut, ask yourself if the freedom and stress relief is worth it in the long run. Caprino:  In my career coaching work, and as a former marriage and family therapist, I address workaholism in key ways aimed at helping the client understand their drive (and guilt and fears around) perfectionistic overfunctioning, and explore new behaviors, mindsets and habits that help them shift away from doing more than is necessary, appropriate and healthy and trying to get an A+ in all of it. I’m interested in how you treat workaholism therapeutically? Nelson:  There are a number of evidence-based methods and techniques used to combat workaholism. Traditionally, a therapist offers behavioral strategies, including those recommended below, and helps people learn how to combat negative/irrational thoughts and feelings (i.e. guilt, fear, and anxiety) prevalent among workaholics. Here are 5 behavioral strategies to begin treating workaholic tendencies: Shut It Down:  Commit to gradually cutting down the number of hours worked each week. For example, commit to leaving work at a certain time each day or to work 5 days per week. Release Control:  Practice letting go of control by delegating work, forgoing unimportant tasks, and letting things be less than “perfect.” Set Healthy Limits:  Avoid saying “yes” to every work request and taking work home with you. Use vacation time and take small breaks throughout your day. Engage in Hobbies:  Schedule daily recreational activities. Take up a new exercise class, join a  meetup group, find weekend activities taking place in your city, go on a road trip, or engage in a hobby you liked when you were younger, but may have lost touch with. Connect With Others:  Offer yourself another opportunity to distance yourself from work, while also engaging in the pleasure of human connection by spending time with friends and family. * * * * * Dr. Nelson offers very helpful tips here to combat workaholism. I’ve found in my own work with professionals that external (behavioral) strategies and steps to combat perfectionistic overfunctioning and workaholism help us only to a certain degree. What in my work has been even more potent and long-lasting is to combine behavioral changes with internal, emotional ones shifting how we perceive and judge ourselves, and learning how to more fully accept and appreciate the great value of who we are inherently. That intenal shifting goes a long way towards addressing why weve felt (often from early childhood) the pressing need to constantly prove our merit and exhaust ourselves to the bone, out-performing and out-working everyone around us. For more information, visit  Dr. Ross Nelson. To release and heal your perfectionistic overfunctioning approach and create a happier, more balanced life, work with Kathy in her Career Breakthrough programs, and take her Amazing Career Project video training course, now on Udemy. And take her new webinar The Most Powerful You: Close Your Power Gaps and Rock Your Career At the Highest Level.