Correlation Found Between Unemployment and Divorce

Correlation Found Between Unemployment and Divorce 2 For the fifth entry in the JobMob Guest Blogging Contest, Sue Tourkin-Komet sets out to prove her correlation between being unemployed and being divorced. The Theory Eureka! It hit me! Or rather, I'd say, the idea hit me, splashed me, and shlooshed me, in my local pool. In fact, the idea was so obvious and so invigorating, that I managed to do 12 Olympic laps in ten minutes, upping my mileage, as well as upping my aerobic heart rate. What had I realized?eval Thatâ€"there is a direct correlation between the essence of becoming divorced and the essence of becoming unemployed. As these two items, divorce and unemployment, are in our daily headlines and statistically have boomed, year by year, then there must be a scientific correlation. This is not to imply that all divorced people will become unemployed or that all unemployed persons will become divorced but there is a correlation nonetheless.eval This theory will be further explored. But, before I shall do that, let's be proper sociologists and state the limits of the theory. Disclaimer There are unemployed persons who will never marry, and henceforth will never become divorced. Secondly, there are fully-employed and over-employed persons who will never become divorced (from a human being) because as workaholics they are married to their jobs/careers, and they'll never get divorced from these jobs/careers. However, their spouses might divorce them due to their severe domestic absenteeism. Next, there are those who are unemployed and may never be employed (outside of the home), because they are “Happy Homemakers” and will not figure into real unemployment statistics. Last, but not least, there is the grand majority of citizens who are both fully-employed as well as fully-married, Unto Death Do Us Part, and they indeed form the backbone of our capitalistic, socialistic, monogamist society. Now, let's return to correlating the correlations between divorce and unemployment. (I should know, because I have divorced, once; and I have been unemployed, once.) This revolutionary research: (a) Is subjective, by any standards; (b) Is objective, by all standards; (c) Has not been funded by our/your government; (d) Has been statistically tested; (e) Is all of the above; (f) Is some of the above; (g) Is none of the above. Premise #1: Reactions When one first becomes divorced or unemployed, one will get such diverse responses from friends/relatives/and of course, strangers: (a) Mazal Tov! (b) Oh, my dear, I was so sorry to hear… (c) Soooo, was your husband…unfaithful? (d) Soooo, did your boss actually fire you, or did you actually quit? (e) Etc. Premise #2: Questions Your really close friends/relatives/strangers will reveal their in-depth understanding on the status of divorce or the state of unemployment by asking such diversely sophisticated questions: (a) Did you get your “Get” (Jewish writ of divorce)? (b) Did you get to keep your apartment? (c) Did you get to keep your children? (d) Did you get any written recommendations? (Ha-Ha. From the ex-husband or from the ex-boss?) (e) Did you keep your sanity? (Ha-Ha. From the ex-marriage or the ex-boss?) (f) Etc. Premise #3: Comments When one begins to adapt to one's new sociological status as divorced/unemployed, one will also get such diverse comments from friends/relatives/and, again, strangers: (a) Well, how's the man-hunting going? (b) Well, how's the job-hunting going? (c) Well, are you getting any alimony payments from your ex-husband? Combien? How much? (d) Well, are you getting any unemployment payments from Bituach Leumi (National Social Security Institute Of Israel)? Combien? How much? (e) Etc. Premise #4: Worries This appears when the newfound status (of divorce/unemployment) seems semi-chronic. Again, your social commentators will be your very own best friends/relatives/strangers. (a) Gee, why isn't a Lovely Lady like you… re-married yet? (b) Gee, why hasn't such a Smart Woman like you… been able to land a job yet? (c) Gee, do you think you'll ever find a Nice Jewish Boy for yourself? (d) Gee, do you think you'll ever land a nice job for yourself? (e) Etc. Now that I have published my premises, the time has come for readers to send in their compliments and complaints, critiques and criticisms, comments and corrections, and of course their cudos…er…kudos. Until the responses pour in, I shall deeply dive into my local public pool (along with my pool membership card, my Bill of Divorcement and my Unemployment Booklet from the Labor Exchange) and get splashed and shlooshed with some other new sociological suggestions. Postscripts Since this research began, I am happy to report that I am properly re-employed in my real profession: social work research. As for the other issue, re-marriageâ€" that hasn't quite happened yet. Give me time and patience… and a new, but modest bathing suit… About the Author Sue [nee] Tourkin { later, Komet }, from Washington, D.C., became an Anglo-Israeli since her aliya to Jerusalem in 1968. She's a graduate of Case Western Reserve University of Cleveland and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. In 2005 she was awarded a Writer's Grant from Beit HaNassi (the Office of the President of Israel) for the publication of her first book-to-be. Sue can be reached at yaffasue [at] netvision.net.il. Correlated by this correlation?

Complementary Venues Are Golden! - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Complementary Venues Are Golden! - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Long ago, I read in marketing materials you must develop multiple streams of income. Having been a sales professional prior to becoming an entrepreneur, the idea appealed to me. However, creating the multiple streams takes time, creativity and much thought. Over the next couple of years, I created a product line. However, upon first viewing my setup as a vendor at a conference, a marketing expert advised I redo the look of the products. Each one was different and I was advised a uniform design would develop my brand and provide a professional appearance. Multiple experiences As the years progressed, I expanded the types of training provided from initial in-person workshops to webinars and videos. And I grew from speaking solely on sales and business development to applying these skill sets to other endeavors such as interviewing and writing a book. The past two years, I learned much about social media and collaboration. It became evident that the original advice of multiple streams was finally coming into being in more ways than originally anticipated. For me, the concept developed new meaning. Multiple streams, I found, enabled me to reach many new types of audiences. While everything was sales and business oriented, I now have off shoots applying these skills. In fact my new book, HIRED! How to Use Sales Techniques to Sell Yourself On Interviews, led me to participating in a Career oriented conference. The contacts in regard to my new book and new course material were a perfect match for this group. I will also be speaking at two different colleges to students helping them understand what it takes to define a career and how to get started on the right footing. Pull instead of push I came to realize that growing a business is very similar to the analogy of an umbrella. Your core business is equivalent to the covering of the umbrella and slides down the center becoming the handle enabling you to grasp everything in your reach. The spokes of the umbrella represent your multiple venues, crossing one another yet complementary and working in unison to support your core business or the covering of the umbrella. As you build your business outward you also build it upward by attracting many more types of audiences as long as each venue complements what is already in place. The variation on services attracts a greater variety and increased number of prospects and clients to come your way. It becomes business development on auto-pilot putting you in the leadership position. This, in turn, encourages repeat business, referrals and testimonials â€" all driving up the opportunities and your revenue. Finally, when you add social media and collaboration to your mix, you have a very strong formula pointing to success. With millions of people nearby with the click of a mouse, you are bound to attract multitudes more to your business. The only caution is a few parameters have changed with the development of social media. This venue is called attraction marketing vs. the old-fashioned “push” selling. You must give a helping hand first and work to attract people to who you are and what you do. Only a small portion of the time should you provide links and requests, and you must show appreciation for those who bring you to the forefront. It is a level playing field where anyone may succeed when you adhere to the social rules. Complementary venues in all forms will lead you to a continual Smooth Sale! Author: Elinor Stutz, CEO of Smooth Sale, LLC believes building relationships before the sale and continuing long after is the only way to sell and build a dynamic business. Elinor’s book, “Nice Girls DO Get The Sale: Relationship Building That Gets Results,” in an International Best Seller. Her new book, HIRED! How to Use Sales Techniques to Sell Yourself on Interviews, Career Press, based upon her own experience and years of community service proved profitable before it went into print.

Leaders and Followers

Leaders and Followers In Think and Grow Rich, Napoleon Hill discusses the difference between Leaders and Followers.     He divides the whole world into these two categories, and asks each person to make a decision about which they want to be in their chosen field.   There is no disgrace in being a follower, Hill says, although there is usually a big difference in pay.   “The follower cannot reasonably expect the compensation to which a leader is entitled,” he says, “Although many followers make the mistake of expecting such pay.” Hill says that most great leaders started as followers.   They became successful because they were “intelligent followers.”    He defines “following intelligently” as the ability to learn from your leader.   Here are some things you should be learning from your leader every day. How to get things done.   There are many ways to get things done in an organization, and you may have to master them all.   You can do things yourself, delegate them to others, hire experts to get them done, learn to do them or teach others to do them, and ask others to help you learn or do them.   The one option open to leaders that is usually not available to followers is ordering someone to do things.   Watching your boss in action can provide a wealth of information on when to delegate, negotiate, or just dig in and get to work. What’s important. Your leader will provide plenty of feedback on what’s important at any given moment.   If you’re not sure about a deadline or priority for a project, ask for direction.   Work on what’s most important first whenever possible. How much detail is necessary.     In my experience, people who remain followers are often consistently over-prepared or under-prepared  for projects or meetings.   Are you too focused on small details to see the strategy?   Or are you breezing into meetings without notes?  You’ll know you have mastered the right level of detail when you start providing your leader with information just when he realizes he needs it.  Here are Hill’s Major Attributes of Leadership.  UNWAVERING COURAGE based upon knowledge of self, and of ones occupation. No follower wishes to be dominated by a leader who lacks self-confidence and courage. No intelligent follower will be dominated by such a leader very long. SELF-CONTROL. The man who cannot control himself, can never control others. Self-control sets a mighty example for ones followers, which the more intelligent will emulate. A KEEN SENSE OF JUSTICE. Without a sense of fairness and justice, no leader can command and retain the respect of his followers. DEFINITENESS OF DECISION. The man who wavers in his decisions, shows that he is not sure of himself. He cannot lead others successfully. DEFINITENESS OF PLANS. The successful leader must plan his work, and work his plan. A leader who moves by guesswork, without practical, definite plans, is comparable to a ship without a rudder. Sooner or later he will land on the rocks. THE HABIT OF DOING MORE THAN PAID FOR. One of the penalties of leadership is the necessity of willingness, upon the part of the leader, to do more than the part he requires of his followers. A PLEASING PERSONALITY. No slovenly, careless person can become a successful leader. Leadership calls for respect. Followers will not respect a leader who does not grade high on all of the factors of a Pleasing Personality. SYMPATHY AND UNDERSTANDING. The successful leader must be in sympathy with his followers. Moreover, he must understand them and their problems. MASTERY OF DETAIL. Successful leadership calls for mastery of details of the leaders position. WILLINGNESS TO ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY. The successful leader must be willing to assume responsibility for the mistakes and the shortcomings of his followers. If he tries to shift this responsibility, he will not remain the leader. If one of his followers makes a mistake, and shows himself incompetent the leader must consider that it is he who failed. COOPERATION. The successful leader must understand, and apply the principle of cooperative effort and be able to induce his followers to do the same. Leadership calls for POWER, and power calls for COOPERATION.

10 reasons you need to work in a startup

10 reasons you need to work in a startup When casting around for the best opportunities, either in an internship or a full-time job, it’s easy to get pulled into the tractor beam of the biggest brands around. Surely, the more recognisable the logo, the better time you’ll have, right? Not so much. Experience in start-ups is, in my opinion, absolutely invaluable for young people branching out into the world of work, and I can prove it. Ten times. 10. The Passion Now, no-one is saying that sitting in a brown chair and waiting for photocopying to get shoved your way isn’t an exciting way to spend your first couple of years out of university. No-one is saying that. But the thing about working in a start-up is that there isn’t anyone there who’s not Paying Their Dues. Everyone in the team is there because they genuinely love what they’re doing, they’re excited by what the company is creating and they’re far too impatient to wait a few years watching the office clock tick by before they can start actually enjoying their job. The mad fools. 9. The Responsibility Why bother doing an internship? I mean sure, partly it’s to get out of the house and the infectious pull of Jeremy Kyle, but surely at the heart of it is the desire to get some pretty impressive stuff whacked on your CV. Nowhere are you going to be given more responsibility than in a start-up. It’s an all-hands-on-deck culture that sees you making tea for the office one minute and spear-heading a digital marketing strategy the next, and it’s more than likely that your responsibilities will be varied, fluid and at times vaguely ridiculous. To be sure, it’s not for the faint of heart. But if you’re looking for adventure, here be it. 8. The Culture The thing about start-up companies is that the people in them are the people who have decided that NOT enjoying work is unacceptable. They’re not in it for the cash (well, not mostly), they are in this because they absolutely love it. Sure, it might not be that every day is a glittering whirl-wind of ice-cream ponies and relentless email lolz, but it means that at the core of every company is the knowledge that people should play as they work, and work as they play. 7. The Dress Code It might not sound like a lot, but the fact that you don’t have to throw on ‘a uniform’ to become your work self is extremely refreshing. Mostly, start-ups like people to dress smart, but to be themselves. No more ties, no more pin-stripes â€" whatever you work best in is what you should wear. Especially if it involves a cape and a long-sword. Creativity starts with a long-sword, as they say. 6. The Prospects Big companies don’t like to let great people leave. Small companies HATE to let great people leave. Bigger companies might not really feel the loss of a splendid intern, whereas a start-up will do everything they can to keep a core member of the team on. Prove yourself indispensable in a start-up and, more often than not, you will become exactly that. For those hoping for full-time employment after a stint learning on the job, start-ups are the clear way to go. 5. The Network Feeding back into the idea of ‘playing as you work, working as you play’, the community around the start-up culture is a marvellous thing â€" inclusive, innovative, excitable and always looking for ways in which to collaborate and celebrate. Where bigger companies often build gated communities in order to protect their secrets, the start-up world delights in the sharing of contacts, information and ideas â€" perfect for a budding young entrepreneur hoping to build up a reputation. 4. The Satisfaction Are you someone who likes to see your own ideas realised? You need to work somewhere that gives you the freedom to make it happen. Unlike traditional companies, where red-tape, responsibility and an existing hierarchy can be massive blockers to trying anything new, start-ups thrive on brilliant, fresh ideas, and are â€" generally speaking â€" far more open to trying new things out. If you can prove you can deliver, chances are you’ll get the chance to implement your own ideas. 3. The Originality Start-ups are, by their very nature, trying to do something new. Whether it be figuring out a new way to share music, fixing the transportation problems of the cityscape or manufacturing a new kind of cheese toastie so delicious it’ll make your nose run â€" the whole point is innovation. And, whether you’re in the company for 3 months, 6 months or a few years â€" trying to do things better than anyone else can get pretty addictive. 2. The People You’ll be spending every day with people who decided the corporate 9-5 wasn’t for them. Enough said. 1. The Challenge The thing about working in a start-up is that it’s not easy. The increased responsibility, the pressure that comes with being thrown into the inner workings of a company from day one, the autonomy of having people trust that you’ll get your work done, and not only that, but go above and beyond the call of duty â€" it’s not for anyone who wants to keep their head down and do their time. But hey, where’s the fun in that? Editor:  Plus, you get the chance to try something new all the time. In a startup, no one is assigned to only one task. You goal is to know everything about everything. It is a good occasion for you to share your expertise but you will also need to have a better understanding of the full aspect of the business and the long term goals of the start-up. So why not take some online classes? There are good online programs, like the  master’s in Business intelligence course  that will give you the tools you need to be the ideal partner. Also, online classes are the easiest and fastest way to earn a degree and gain valuable skills, which will only be a plus in your career.

3 Bookkeeping Rules Freelancers and Business Owners Must Follow CareerMetis.com

3 Bookkeeping Rules Freelancers and Business Owners Must Follow â€" CareerMetis.com Everyone needs basic bookkeeping skills. We all have to manage finances in some capacity. Especially if you are a freelancer or small business owner, some bookkeeping basics must be maintained.And yes, we know, bookkeeping is inherently dull. I can’t think of a business owner or freelancer who launched their career because they were excited about their accounting records. But it’s a job that must be done, and when it’s done well, bookkeeping can be the key to unlocking your growth.evalSuccess in freelancing and business ownership is defined by your productivity. If you want to be even more productive and see real growth, follow these three bookkeeping rules.Rule #1: Update your books regularlyThe most important rule of bookkeeping is updating your records regularlyâ€"weekly or monthly at the least. Keeping current books will allow you to kill two birds with one stone. You alleviate the stress of tax season and give yourself a better vision of your financial progress.If you can commit to maintaining your books regularly, the task will only take a few minutes here and there rather than hours or days at a time. Make sure you schedule your bookkeeping weekly, even set the alarm if you need to. Then, grit your teeth and get through it. Procrastinating in regards to your books will only cause you to dread doing them even moreâ€"a vicious, costly and time-consuming cycle.Some freelancers and business owners hire an accountant to help during tax season, but these professionals only review your finances once a year. Consistent bookkeeping gives you a more immediate view of your business health and helps you:a) Prep for tax day:evalNot only will your reports and totals be ready to go, but you will also get your fair share of the money. Deductions like vehicle expenses and airfare are quickly forgotten if you don’t record them right away.For freelancers specifically, maintaining current records reminds you to set aside 25-30% of your income for the self-employment tax, rather than scrounging for funds when taxes are due.b) Plan for audits:If you do have the misfortune of getting pulled for an audit, the process can be Small business owners should keep as many financing doors open as possible in case of emergencyâ€"which depends on accurate bookkeeping. This kind of data is crucial to lenders as they want to know about the actual financial state of your business, not the theoretical state.Not to mention, you will look unprofessional if you try to solicit funds without precise knowledge of your current financial standing.Rule #2: Use the numbersThe worst thing you can do with updated books is just let them sit there. If you’ve been proactive enough to maintain current records, do something with them! Let those numbers do more than just put you at ease; use the data to inform your decision-making.a) Take advantage of financial reports:Books provide a snapshot of your company’s economic viability and books that are outdated or inaccurate, gi ve a “snapshot” that is out of focus. Reports that track your profitability over time If you do not have these reports available as you are making business decisions, you may miss a step moving forward. Accurate books allow you to confirm your transactions and make sure your money is going where you want it to go. Using bookkeeping data to create financial reports will provide opportunities to thrive.b) Get paid faster! evalWithout regular cash flow, your business will fail. Current books help you to track down Accounts Receivable and expedite your invoicing cycles. The longer it takes you to straighten out your books, the longer you will go without money that is owed to you.Particularly for freelancers and small business owners, collecting payment can be a real issue. Your client is legally obliged to pay you for the service you provide, but unless you know who owes you money and hold them responsible for paying you, your business will not function. You may never receive a paym ent if your books are not in order.Additionally, you could miss payments of your own if your books are not up-to-date. One CEO said that hiring a bookkeeper saved his company $500-1000 in late fees per quarter.Rule #3: Know your optionsBookkeeping is easier than everâ€"whether you go the DIY route or hire a professional.a) Cloud-based accounting software:You used to need a fancy filing system to keep your books. Nowadays, you need a tremendous cloud-based accounting program. It’s insanely easy Bookkeeping does not require a formal certification or CPA title. You can make a pretty decent hourly wage alsoâ€"people will pay you well if you do something they dread (and it’s better than cleaning toilets).Whatever you do, don’t neglect your books. Doing a little bit here and there will make you a better business owner and will save you a lot of money and headache come April.

Keeping Your Staff Safe In The Workplace How You Can Make A Difference

Keeping Your Staff Safe In The Workplace How You Can Make A Difference Running a business is never going to be easy, and you may think that you have a heck of a lot of plates to spin when it comes to managing the day to day running of it. But, when your business expands to the point where you have a separate business location and staff working for you, there are extra plates that get added to the mix. I wanted to share with you some of the ways that you can ensure a happy workforce and one of the ways to do that is to keep your staff safe and secure. Here is what you could consider to ensure you can do this. Think about the security of your business location One of the first things you may want to review when it comes to your staff is how they feel in the workplace, and one way to do that is by overall security. Things like cameras outside and even going as far as a security camera with motion sensor may help people feel more at ease when it comes to working late or after hours. Security can also be improved when it comes to general access, such as card readers, security keys and double locks. An up to date alarm system may also help encourage the business security side of things and help people feel more accountable. These things not only help your employees, but as a business owner they also protect you so they are definitely worth the investment. Have the right health and safety policies in place It isn;t just about making them feel secure in their surroundings, it is also about ensure that they are safe on your location of business, and this is when health and safety policies can work in your favour. Regularly evaluating the risks involved, especially when it comes to handling machinery or using technology, can help you to avoid problems in the future, but also help you to stay accountable when it comes to your staff. Be approachable when it comes to issues in the workplace As a person it is always better to be approachable when it comes to your staff and how they feel. They may have issues in work, perhaps with other colleagues or people who work with you, it is important that they can feel they’d an approach you with things so that they can easily be resolved. Before they turn into bigger problems. The little things can make a big difference Finally, the little things can often make the biggest differences when it comes to helping staff feel safe and secure in the workplace. It might be managing the temperature on a hot or cold day, access to water and cooking areas to help them feel comfortable etc. They may seem like small things, but they can make the biggest of differences to the working day and the people involved. I hope that these ideas when you when it comes to helping your staff feel safe in the workplace.

Language For Writing A Resume

Language For Writing A ResumeWhether you are trying to get into a good college or just need to be competitive for a job opening, language for writing a resume can help you stand out from the rest. All of the same information is on a resume, but writing in the correct language can help to attract the employer's attention. Here are some helpful tips for language for writing a resume.The first thing you need to keep in mind when writing your resume is that you should write short sentences and paragraphs. Try to make sure your paragraphs are clear and concise. Spelling and grammar are not as important when writing a resume, but it will help to have a professional editor to do some work for you. Keep your sentences under three hundred words. This will allow you to write one or two paragraphs, but not five or six.Your resume is going to include personal information such as contact information, education, employment history, and your interest, if you have one. You also need to give examples of previous employment. These examples should be taken from documents that you have previously created such as resumes and cover letters.Your past work experience is going to determine what you are able to offer your employer. Some jobs will need applicants to have more experience, while others will prefer candidates with only a couple of years of experience. Try to list any specific experience that you have had when writing a resume, such as a volunteer position, a business training program, and even one where you were the assistant.Your education is important when writing a resume. Make sure to list all of the courses you have taken, whether they are online or formal classes. You want to make sure that your resume can stand alone, without being repeated in the middle of your resume.If you have work experience, such as consulting, marketing, or graphic design, list this as well. List as much experience as possible, including the project number if possible. You may also want to add a brief synopsis of your work experience, such as the name of the project, title, description, and a list of references. As with your education, try to keep your work experience short and simple.In addition to your education and work experience, you may want to list an organization or club that you belong to, your interests, and anything else that is relevant to your candidacy. Try to include as much information as possible without overwhelming the employer with too much.Your resume is going to be your door to employment. If you want to stand out from the competition, be sure to use the correct language for writing a resume.