Dream job myth or reality

Dream job myth or reality Whenever I hear the words dream job my heart sinks just a little bit; I cant help feeling the quest for career nirvana is doomed to end in disappointment. Reality will come knocking sooner or later. Even the coolest workplaces in the world have their flipside. Its easy though to see why the dream job meme is so pervasive: type in dream+job and Google joyfully spits out 594 000 000 results! And while its not quite trending, there are plenty of #dreamjob tweets too. Is the fantasy here to stay? Dare to dream? Now, I can see why you might be casting me in the role of careers grouch; surely I should be encouraging you to think big and idealise your perfect job? After all, a life lived without aspiration and ambition can feel pretty soulless. And I do think we should all dare to dream I still do! But.holding fast to the vision of your dream job can make you hostage to fortune. What if you never find it? Maybe youll miss out on some great opportunities along the way? What if you do find it and the reality doesnt quite match the myth? It also seems horribly reductive to view your career choice and options in such narrow terms. We cant all be Renaissance (wo)men, but there are thousands of jobs out there and youre likely to be good at and satisfied with any number of them. What is a dream job? Im reminded here of a useful English maxim, one mans meat is another mans poison. In short, what works for person x can be the biggest turn off to person y. Well yes, and no. Its certainly true that interpretations vary widely: a dream job may offer work-life balance, the chance to follow your passions or a huge starting salary. Occasionally, it will encompass all of these things good luck finding that one! However, I think the whole narrative around dream jobs suggests something quite specific and risks fuelling a false dichotomy of exciting, fulfilling jobs and boring, monotonous jobs. Hundreds (probably thousands) of people worldwide are blogging/tweeting/writing about the need for us to seize the day, follow your passions and pursue that dream in a bid to throw off our shackles, quit our mundane jobs and continue the search for career perfection. Or something. Add to that the numerous lists and surveys of  cool jobs,  great workplaces  and to top it all the  Top 10 dream jobs in pictures  and its not surprising if were all feeling a little job envy. Now, I may be stretching the point a little: most of us have dream jobs that  seem  within reach, but trying to find a job that ticks all the boxes still adds a huge amount of pressure to your job search. And worst case scenario sucks all your time and mental energy leaving nothing left to tackle the realities of job hunting in a crowded, competitive market. From dream to reality Is it time to adjust our sights (and expectations) and start thinking of career satisfaction, rather than career perfection? Theres much to recommend this advice on the  Grad-Versity blog: A rewarding career is something that you will not only enjoy doing, but get rewarded fairly for. My personal belief is that if new graduates spent more time looking for a rewarding career instead of their dream job, it will avoid a great deal of stress and frustration Careers are inextricably linked to happiness: we spend much of our adult life at work (averaging out at  1647 hours a year!), so theres a strong motivation to find interesting, fulfilling and meaningful jobs. But, you need to be realistic about what this means and consider potential trade-offs. You may have a wish list but the chances are youll have to compromise on something, somewhere especially when youre starting out. I think its dangerous and career limiting to get hung up on the notion of THE perfect job. How long do you sit and wait? Fantasising about dream jobs is a universal pastime we all do it. But you may just find the right job is a much better bet.

How to Add Grant Writing Success to Resume

How to Add Grant Writing Success to ResumeLinkedIn is a social networking site that allows members to connect with people in the same industry as their profession. This is a great way to network with other business professionals and get your resume noticed.LinkedIn is so successful because it gives you an opportunity to build a list of contacts and follow-ups. Once you become a member, members are allowed to have up to ten friends. These are business contacts who want to follow-up with you. This makes it much easier to spread the word about your resume and to use it as a tool for getting jobs and recommendations from employers.When using LinkedIn for resume tips, consider creating a short biography for yourself. This can help you provide your background information and explain how you came to work for your selected company. It can also be used to market yourself for future opportunities. Employers will see this as a potential asset to any job search. The best LinkedIn tips to add gra nt writing success to resume.Always leave a link to your LinkedIn profile when you are introducing yourself to a new company. Remember, this is the career listing site of choice. You may not know this, but LinkedIn also acts as a reference service for employers who want to check out people they are considering for employment. This can be very beneficial to your resume.If you're having trouble reaching the level of success that you want in your professional networking efforts, check out some of the LinkedIn tips that are available. This is one of the easiest ways to find out how to add grant writing success to resume. Everyone has seen advertisements on television and heard these words: 'Apply For Jobs Here!'Most of these advertisements are on LinkedIn, and this is also where you should look if you're looking for a new job. If you already have a job and would like to be exposed to the wider job community, there is another way to do this. Just make sure that the job postings are not g oing to cost you a lot of money or take a lot of time away from your day.When you apply for jobs on LinkedIn, remember to include your company name and a brief description of your position. Remember to put in the details about why you're applying for the job. This will ensure that you get the chance to really talk about what you have to offer and that it is worth the application process.A LinkedIn resume is a unique way to make a strong first impression. So don't hesitate to include grant writing success to resume tips. There is no reason for you to keep waiting to get a job or a promotion, so take the next step today.

My Body + Soul - Your Career - Jane Jackson Career

My Body + Soul - Your Career - Jane Jackson Career It was an honor to be interviewed by  Casey Beros,  for an article in My Body and Soul magazine on how to take control of your career. Read the original article here:Why Your Career Isnt Going the Way Youd LikeFor  many of us, career progression is simply not a straight line and we hit the panic button when it  doesn’t light our fire.Casey BerosNow that 2017 is well and truly in full swing, we want to help you keep those resolutions and good intentions on track for a happy and healthy year. That’s why myBody+Soul has created #HitRefresh, a five-week expert lead content series that will help you refresh everything from your diet and exercise regime to your beauty skills and sex life. Don’t miss the daily tips and trick that’ll ensure 2017 is your best year yet.It’s the number one gripe I hear come out of my friends mouths â€" my career just isn’t going the way I thought it would. We’ve crossed that sad line where we realise we have about as much chance of becoming a VS a ngel as we do of curing cancer, and it’s high time to get cracking on our career.Some of us are blessed early on and ‘get’ that a career strategy pays dividends, but for many of us, career progression is simply not a straight line, and we hit the panic button when we find ourselves in a job (or career) that just doesn’t light our fire, and if there’s no fire then we need to change campsites.Jane Jackson is a career management coach and author of Navigating Career Crossroads, who says getting more out of our careers is easy, as long as we know what we want.“What often makes people unhappy in their roles is low pay, lack of opportunity and no chance for career advancement,” she says. “Many people stay in jobs that don’t satisfy them because they aren’t aware of their options or they’re afraid to make a change. This causes a great deal of stress because they compromise their values, and too often I meet people full of regrets that they didn’t make a change ear lier in their career, or that they did what was expected of them rather than what they wanted for themselves.”Career Revamp #1: If you’re in the right career, but want more out of your roleFirst, identify what you want and then make a plan as to how to get it. “We need to consider our strengths and weaknesses, what brings us joy, what feels like an exciting challenge and what we want to learn,” says Jackson. From there, work out what the opportunities are within your organisation, and communicate clearly what you want something Jackson says we often take for granted when we’re starting a new role.“People frequently don’t ask what career progression opportunities there may be or other important questions during interviews, because they’re afraid or not well prepared,” she says.Remember: It’s never too late and you’re well within your rights to start the conversation â€" it’ll show your superiors that you’re serious about your career. And if it falls on deaf ears, it may be time to consider a change to somewhere with more opportunity.Career Revamp #2: If you’re halfway out the door, but scared to make the leapMost of us put job hunting in the same category as a Sunday trip to IKEA, a daunting but necessary form of torture, and Jackson says actively searching for that new role prevents many of us from making the leap. For people who feel stuck, the key could be within your network.“Talk to people in different careers,” she says. “Ask them why they chose their profession, what they like and don’t like about it, and what qualifications and aptitudes are required for success,” she explains. “It’s very hard to make a career change without a supportive network of people who can help open doors. A career coach or mentor can ask the right questions to draw out the real or perceived barriers and then work with you to overcome them.”Career Revamp #3: If you’re just starting out, or scared you don’t ‘fit the mould’Jackso n says you should see and promote your strengths rather than focusing on perceived weaknesses, and find a role that fits you â€" not the other way around. Stay at home Mum? You’re organized and cool under pressure. Don’t have enough experience? You’re full of enthusiasm and ready to be trained ‘their’ way. Been in the game too long? Your lengthy experience is invaluable.“The most important skill to develop in any career is effective communication and self-leadership,” she says. “Regardless of how qualified you are, without effective communication, you won’t be able to develop the strong relationships required to be a leader. Without self-leadership, you won’t have the discipline to persevere towards your goals regardless of any setbacks.”Career Revamp #4: If you’re thinking about a ‘side hustle’, but aren’t sure whether you can convert it to a careerJackson says to think like Nike. “Just Do It! The side hustle could turn into a career or could be what keeps you sane in a role where you feel a little stuck.”One person who did just that is Perth’s Nikki Heyder â€" who started her nutrition and catering business NOOD after working towards a career in Human Resources.“I loved working in corporate and was good at my job, but after a few years I felt like there was something missing,” she explains. “When I finished work I just couldnt wait to get home to create beautiful meals to share with my friends and family. I had an overwhelming feeling that I just had to try doing something with food, and if worse came to worse, I’d go back to working in HR.”Nikki HeyderSource:BodyAndSoulFour years later Heyder was working as a cook and converting comfort food recipes into healthy ones when she decided to formally study nutrition.“My clients started asking where they could buy ready to eat healthy meals,” she says. “After opening our first pop up store, the food side of the business took off. We opened our first cafe six mon ths ago and now focus on wholesome catering solutions. It has definitely been a rollercoaster ride loads of incredible highs, and many difficult and stressful lows. But at the end of a hard day where everything seems to go backwards, you still want to lie in bed and look forward to what the next day might bring.”Regardless of whether you’re looking for more in your current role, or thinking about making a change, it’s time to put together a kick-ass career action plan.#1 Know it’s okay to not be where you want to be, right now“Sometimes out of necessity people take a role that will pay the bills rather than light their fire,” Jackson says. “However if they know the role is a stepping stone and there is a plan to move on once financial stability is reached, then there is greater satisfaction as they know they’re on a journey towards a role they will really enjoy.”#2 Work out what it is you L.O.V.EIf you do what you love then you won’t work a day in your life has stuck around for a reason, but Heyder says there’s no formula: “It just comes down to looking inwards and being honest with yourself â€" what makes you burst with joy on the inside? Dont feel flat if you just dont know, maybe it just hasnt crossed your path yet and you’re in for an exciting surprise.”#3 Test the watersHeyder says the best thing to do is keep your current job and have a go with your passion on the side. “Start by doing what you love for family and friends and youll soon know if its where your heart lies. If not? No harm done. You havent lost anything, just gained experience and learned something more about yourself.”NOOD CafeSource:BodyAndSoul#4 Get help â€" in the form of a mentor or career coachFeeling lost in your career is perfectly normal, and too often we let pride get in the way of asking for help.“In my coaching sessions clients get someone who is in their corner to provide support, guidance and a reality check,” Jackson says. “I work with t hem to rebuild their self confidence, assess what really makes them tick in their careers and then set a plan to get from their current position to their dream role.”In the wise, wise words of Oprah, don’t fear change, invite it in and tell 2017 to #HitRefresh and bring it on: The big secret in life is that there is no big secret. Whatever your goal, you can get there if youre willing to work.If youd like help to manage your career more effectively, book in for a complimentary exploratory conversation here

Getting More Face Time for Your Job Search on Facebook

Getting More Face Time for Your Job Search on Facebook Getting face time with networking contacts and hiring authorities just got easier. Facebook recently announced the launch of Skype-powered video chat and Im predicting that this will be a huge boon to job seekers and hiring managers alike.Facebook claims collective usage of over 700 billion minutes per month and more than 700 million users and this presents a goldmine of opportunity for job seekers. With the new video chat feature, not only will you be able to find people and be found, but you willl be able to have a conversation (aka interview) quickly and easily without ever leaving your desk or your Facebook account.Networking, sourcing, and hiring could be significantly streamlined with this new functionality and Im excited to see where things go from here.  Right now the chat feature will only be available for one on one conversations, but Im hoping that this evolves to group video chat which would make group interviews a snap. Googles recently released  Google+ Hangouts produc t currently  allows up to ten people to video chat at one time, but it would be great to see something similar offered on Facebooks platform

Coming Back to the FOCUS - When I Grow Up

Coming Back to the FOCUS - When I Grow Up Im having a bunch of revelations this month. Its odd. I feel sick, run down, stressed, sulky but yet my eyes are open to a lot of things that need to change. At ICA, my coaching school, there is a lot of talk around a UAC, or an Underlying Automatic Commitment. This is something that everyone has, lurking there under the surface, telling you how to behave. Your UAC could be that candy makes you happy, and thats why you havent been able to lose those 10 pounds. Your UAC could be that you shouldnt attempt to do anything if youre not perfect, and so you never start projects youre dying to try. I have a few UACs myself, but I think I hit the motherload. My biggest UAC is this: Being busy in the same as being productive, and being productive is being successful. Therefore, busy = productive = successful. Huh. I think I really do believe in that equation, which is mind blowing as I look at it now. If Im busy, it must mean that Im wanted, or worthwhile, or smart, or popularAnd if Im all those things.then Im a success! Thats why I have allowed myself to become so ADD-like in recent years, often keeping a dozen browsers open while I start one task while abandoning (or just stepping away) from the other. But while my ADD tendencies are fairly new, the busy-ness isnt. When I was in elementary school Id be balancing school and homework with piano lessons, Hebrew school, plays, soccer, baseball, play dates. And thats when I was 9! I recently commented on Danielle LaPortes post about entrepreneurial time management, asking what she suggests someone with a full-time job, school, a new marriage, and a coaching business thats on the ground floor should do to best utilize her time/not pull her hair out. Her answer was both eye-opening insightful: say no to more. let go of a few commitments. make sure you have a sacred place at home to do your work. get a support network in place a mentor, two fellow entrepreneurs to jam with. go easy on the Twitter and Facebook time use it as a tool to create community and spread your love. ruthlessly purge stuff from you living/working space have just 3 goals for the year be compassionate with yourselfeverything is progress! Having 3 goals a year scares the crap out of me (thats only 1 goal every 4 months! I should have 10 for the same time frame!), but if I start there..thats progress. Thats focus. If I got together some other peer coaches from school to talk about the business building aspect..thats focus, too. And recently Ive been dreaming about where I would want to make my coaching calls from, and all I can think of is a bright orange circle chair (like this, but orange) in a nice big office/studio. While I dont have an office or a studio (or a circle chair at all), I need to find the best space that I do have to work with, so I know when Im there its coaching time. Focus time. Gettin-down-to-business time (not to be confused with Business Time). Ive already determined that my word for 2009 is FOCUS. Now Im gonna implement that.

The Best Resume Writing Services in Atlanta, GA

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