Changing Your Resume

Changing Your ResumeWith the kind of economy that we are in today, having a good resume can really mean the difference between being able to get a good job or not. If you are not currently employed and have a good job description, you might be wondering if there is any way to change your resume to point to a better future.If you are currently employed but not receiving good job opportunities, there are several options to consider. The first is to ask for a raise. This can be an uphill battle, however if you really want a raise, your resume needs to point to what you have accomplished, not where you are.Removing the old resume and using it as a guide to how you would like to see your current resume look should be looked at as a first option. Whether or not you have an employer on speed dial on your cell phone, you can always use your current resume to list your accomplishments and why you are qualified for a new position. This can save you a lot of time and money when applying for a n ew job.When applying for specific positions, it is important to keep in mind what companies like or dislike about you. For example, if you have been fired from your previous job, you may not be eligible for a promotion and instead, you may be relegated to a less desirable position within the company.It is also important to write a resume in such a way as to not only provide information to your employer, but also information to your family. Remember that by hiring you, they are also hiring your family.Also remember that the day will come when you are no longer employed, and by then, you will not have anyplace to go. This is why it is important to maintain a positive outlook and finish your resume in a timely manner so that you can maintain a good job or career moving forward.Finally, remember that you do not need to change the entire structure of your resume, just the format and the information that you have provided. The important thing is to get something written down and then writ e it as clearly as possible and stay focused on your job or career moving forward.

Retirement Jobs 4 Things to Consider

Retirement Jobs 4 Things to Consider Over the coming decade, the fastest-growing age group of workers is expected to be those 65 and older. Many older workers are simply eager to earn extra money, but many also enjoy working and want to stay active, engaged, and involved in the workplace. Workers that are 65 and up have a few special things to consider, however. Part-time opportunities: Many people in this bracket will prefer to work part-time. If you like your work but are weighing the leap from full-time employee to part-time retiree, your best bet is to start with your existing job. Talk to your organization about downshifting to part-time or contract work. Your boss may be relieved to have a seasoned pro on the team, especially one who no longer needs benefits. If you want something different â€" or if you’ve been out of the work force for a year or so â€" turn to your network, use LinkedIn, and talk to the owners or managers of businesses you frequent to see what’s available. Consulting work: You may find business consulting offers some of the most lucrative part-time opportunities. If you hold an MBA or have specific industry experience but your own network of contacts isn’t panning out, check out HourlyNerd.com, a startup website that connects consultants to companies that need help with project work; you’ll compete with other freelance consultants for the business. School perks: If you have specific expertise and want to be connected to a broader organization, check in with your local college or university. There are more jobs than ever for non-tenure track, or adjunct, professors. The pay for these jobs is not great, but there are often fringe benefits, like access to the school’s other resources and the ability for you to audit a class or attend a great lecture. Social Security impact: If you have claimed Social Security benefits early but wish to continue working, remember that you will be subject to an annual “earnings test” that will reduce your Social Security payments. For those of you who’ll reach your full retirement age after 2016 â€" it’s currently 66, but edges up slightly for those born in 1955 and thereafter â€" the amount you can earn this year without any penalty is $15,720. (If you’ll be turning 66 this year, that amount is $41,880, and it applies only to your earnings through the month before the month in which you turn 66.) Above that dollar threshold, the government withholds $1 in benefits for every $2 earn, or $1 for every $3 you earn during the year you reach full retirement age. After that, you can collect your full Social Security benefit even if you continue to work.

Career Path of a Doctor - Work It Daily

Career Path of a Doctor - Work It Daily This is a true story as told to LatPro.com where you can find helpful career interviews and job search advice in your desired industry. Visit to find a career interview in your field today. I work as a junior doctor, specializing in pediatric care. I chose to branch out to working with children two years ago, and have not regretted it for a moment. Before that, I worked as a foundation doctor for two years. Many people describe their jobs as 'work', but my job is truly my vocation. I've wanted to become a doctor since I was about five years old and dressing up in my father's much-too-large lab coat, and I feel so lucky that I've been able to fulfill my dream. It's not about the money for me, it truly is about seeing the look on a patient's face when they realize that they're going to be cared for. I work on average fifty hours a week, although that's to be expected as I'm at the start of my career. Some weeks I work more, or less. It depends on the patients and the rotation. At the moment, I'd rate myself as being 8 out of 10 with regard to job satisfaction. Although some days can be hectic, and the very nature of the job can be stressful both physically and emotionally, the tiredness is always a satisfying feeling. It means that I've pushed myself to my limits, and that people are better off for me having done so. I wouldn't have wanted to pursue any other career in the world. I know that many other professions out there help people greatly every day --firefighters, social workers and teachers, but to me, I love to help people heal. I'm a big history buff, so the fact that Hippocrates laid down the modern ethical guidelines for doctors today more than 2000 years ago; that blows my mind. My father was a doctor, and my mother was a practicing nurse. As far back as I can remember, my earliest memories of him entail of him arriving home from his shift and telling me all about the people who he had helped that day. Although now, looking back, I know that he didn't tell me everything, the stories that he told inspired me to follow this career path. Since I had family who were already in the medical profession, I knew how stressful and busy the job would be. I also had several friends who graduated from medical school the year that I started premed. Their advice and guidance would be invaluable to me as I progressed through school. They always told me that the key to success was being organized --I wish I'd gone back and listened to their advice, as I believe I wouldn't have been as stressed if I'd managed my time better. It's definitely a skill that I've improved on the job. However, they never told me about the strange things that I would encounter on the ward every week. The craziest thing I've seen so far was a police drug bust on a patient who was about to enter theater. Luckily for the patient, his medical needs took precedence and he was able to undertake the procedure. Every day poses new challenges for me. It's part of the reason why I could never have a normal 9-5 office job. I need to push myself every day to stretch my own limits. It could be a patient with an unusual condition, a heavy caseload or an emergency situation in E.R which requires all hands on deck. The only thing that irks me is when people come in with injuries sustained while drunk. I'm not teetotal, but I don't understand why people drink heavily and then try to perform tasks like driving or home decorating. I'm happy with the money that I'm earning at the moment. I'm on just under $35,000 at the moment; but my supervisor is on about double that. Once I get more experience in the field, I'm hoping that I'll get a pay rise or promotion. It can be hard to make ends meet sometimes --I guess the strange working hours helps with saving money-- but things are never too tight to make do. Although part of me wishes I could afford to take expensive vacations three times a year, the job satisfaction is more than worth it. I get about three weeks paid vacation a year, and I like to take a trip up to see my family in North Dakota. One day, I'd love to go to Paris. To succeed in this field, you really need to want it - want the lifestyle, the stress, the emotional upheaval and the intense fulfillment - otherwise you won't enjoy it. A patient deserves a doctor who really cares about their well-being, not about the paycheck that they're taking home. Being a doctor isn't just a job - it's a way of life. Career path doctor image from Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!