Go to this conference

Go to this conference A post I put up a few days ago talked about your multiple streams of income. Here is something that you should consider if you are in Utah check it out and sign-up (it is only one day, if you need to take off work), if you are outside of Utah then find out if there is something like this close to you that you can attend. [This is a terrific networking venue. Networking is about more than exchanging business cards and standing around in small-talk. Before you go, pick up Never Eat Alone or something like that learn how to make the most of networking before you walk through the doors to a conference like this. And when you get back, make sure to put them in JibberJobber and rank them, and track the relationship with them.] I think that lots of folks outside of Utah dont realize how much start-up and entrepreneur buzz there is in Utah. Ive lived here for 2 years and only recently have been able to get a pulse on the business arena here it is quite vibrant and exciting. In October Im headed to my first conference directly related to this space the U Tech Internet Marketing Conference for Businesses. Im pretty excited about the line-up of speakers including the founder of MyFamily.com Paul Allen (or Paul Allen the Lesser as per his website). MyFamily is the biggest, or one of the biggest subscription-based ASP offerings on the internet, and has been for years. I have a lot of respect for MyFamily (even though I dont use it) and was fortunate to spend some time with the other founder, Curt Allen when I was starting JibberJobber. Another speaker that Im jazzed about is Judd Bagley who is a new VP at PRWeb. I thought it was pretty cool that his start-up got acquired (or whatever) by PRWeb. Congrats to Judd and team, I look forward to meeting him. The other speakers are fast moving execs who are attuned to on-line marketing Im sure it will be a day full of great information. So there you have it. Find opportunities like this to learn from folks that are doing it. If you are in Utah on Wednesday, October 18, go check it out. Its $150 before Sept. 18th and should be a great investment in your future. (Im guessing Ill learn more on that day than in my MBA marketing class. Actually, Im sure of it.) Go to this conference A post I put up a few days ago talked about your multiple streams of income. Here is something that you should consider if you are in Utah check it out and sign-up (it is only one day, if you need to take off work), if you are outside of Utah then find out if there is something like this close to you that you can attend. [This is a terrific networking venue. Networking is about more than exchanging business cards and standing around in small-talk. Before you go, pick up Never Eat Alone or something like that learn how to make the most of networking before you walk through the doors to a conference like this. And when you get back, make sure to put them in JibberJobber and rank them, and track the relationship with them.] I think that lots of folks outside of Utah dont realize how much start-up and entrepreneur buzz there is in Utah. Ive lived here for 2 years and only recently have been able to get a pulse on the business arena here it is quite vibrant and exciting. In October Im headed to my first conference directly related to this space the U Tech Internet Marketing Conference for Businesses. Im pretty excited about the line-up of speakers including the founder of MyFamily.com Paul Allen (or Paul Allen the Lesser as per his website). MyFamily is the biggest, or one of the biggest subscription-based ASP offerings on the internet, and has been for years. I have a lot of respect for MyFamily (even though I dont use it) and was fortunate to spend some time with the other founder, Curt Allen when I was starting JibberJobber. Another speaker that Im jazzed about is Judd Bagley who is a new VP at PRWeb. I thought it was pretty cool that his start-up got acquired (or whatever) by PRWeb. Congrats to Judd and team, I look forward to meeting him. The other speakers are fast moving execs who are attuned to on-line marketing Im sure it will be a day full of great information. So there you have it. Find opportunities like this to learn from folks that are doing it. If you are in Utah on Wednesday, October 18, go check it out. Its $150 before Sept. 18th and should be a great investment in your future. (Im guessing Ill learn more on that day than in my MBA marketing class. Actually, Im sure of it.) Go to this conference A post I put up a few days ago talked about your multiple streams of income. Here is something that you should consider if you are in Utah check it out and sign-up (it is only one day, if you need to take off work), if you are outside of Utah then find out if there is something like this close to you that you can attend. [This is a terrific networking venue. Networking is about more than exchanging business cards and standing around in small-talk. Before you go, pick up Never Eat Alone or something like that learn how to make the most of networking before you walk through the doors to a conference like this. And when you get back, make sure to put them in JibberJobber and rank them, and track the relationship with them.] I think that lots of folks outside of Utah dont realize how much start-up and entrepreneur buzz there is in Utah. Ive lived here for 2 years and only recently have been able to get a pulse on the business arena here it is quite vibrant and exciting. In October Im headed to my first conference directly related to this space the U Tech Internet Marketing Conference for Businesses. Im pretty excited about the line-up of speakers including the founder of MyFamily.com Paul Allen (or Paul Allen the Lesser as per his website). MyFamily is the biggest, or one of the biggest subscription-based ASP offerings on the internet, and has been for years. I have a lot of respect for MyFamily (even though I dont use it) and was fortunate to spend some time with the other founder, Curt Allen when I was starting JibberJobber. Another speaker that Im jazzed about is Judd Bagley who is a new VP at PRWeb. I thought it was pretty cool that his start-up got acquired (or whatever) by PRWeb. Congrats to Judd and team, I look forward to meeting him. The other speakers are fast moving execs who are attuned to on-line marketing Im sure it will be a day full of great information. So there you have it. Find opportunities like this to learn from folks that are doing it. If you are in Utah on Wednesday, October 18, go check it out. Its $150 before Sept. 18th and should be a great investment in your future. (Im guessing Ill learn more on that day than in my MBA marketing class. Actually, Im sure of it.)

How We Plan and Create Content at Classy Career Girl (Part 1) - Classy Career Girl

How We Plan and Create Content at Classy Career Girl (Part 1) I started by asking you all what you were struggling with, and many of you said you really struggle with consistently creating valuable content. So, I created this blog post with all the tips and tricks I have learned over the last 10 years of creating content just about every day. It isnt easy, but it is doable! Here is what works for me, I know some of these tips will work for you, too. Coming Up With New Ideas One of the biggest struggles when I started was coming up with new ideas to write about. I was working, going to school in the evenings for my MBAI didnt have time to spend hours coming up with ideas to write about! So, I am going to share where I get my ideas. Not all of these will work for every situation, but I know there is at least a few that will help you come up with some awesome Ideas. Read magazines and write my own take on popular topics. Sometimes a random line will spark my creativity and I run with it. Use Google Trends to search topics my audience is interested in, then look for related topics. Does anything spark my interest? QA on Instagram. This is my favorite way to come up with topics these days! I love asking questions, then using the responses to fuel my content. Then I know I am giving my audience what they want! Engage with your audience, whether that is through email, on Facebook, Twitter, or wherever else. If you dont have an audience, then answer the questions you had when you started! You can also ask in Facebook groups where your target audience hangs out. Do interviews. People enjoy sharing their stories, and I love getting to know other people. You can share lessons they learned, or ask for tips, or even just ask them how they got where they are. Document processes. If you are learning something new, share your journey with your audience. Or, if you have a process for creating a weeks worth of social media posts, share it! Sometimes, content isnt about writing! If you have trouble coming up with topics to write about, try flipping on a camera and talking! You can share those videos with a quick recap and theres your blog post! Keep in mind, there is a fine line between copying and being inspired by someone elses work. There are plenty of times I jump on Pinterest and look for interesting topics. Then I ask myself, How can I make this mine? Can I look at it from another angle, share my own experiences, or share what didnt work for me? How to Repurpose Content A lot of times, we get stuck thinking the only content is written content, and that just isnt true! You can repurpose and repackage content. This way you get the most out of all your hard work. Here are a few ways to repurpose your content. Audioâ€"Blog post: If you do a podcast, then create a blog post about the podcast. Write up a quick review, or use a company like Temi to transcribe your podcast. Youll have to do a quick edit, then publish! Create a course: If you have a popular blog post or podcast, can you create a short course by diving a little deeper into the content? You can sell the course or just set up an email drip campaign. Or, combine several posts into a long-form guide. You can use that as a lead magnet to drive more emails subscribers or as a thank you to people who follow you. Record it: When you have a topic you really love, there is no reason you can only cover it once! Record a podcast on the same topic as a popular blog post, go live on Facebook or Instagram to talk about a topic you wrote a blog post about. Host a webinar: This works for posts on Instagram, podcasts, really any type of content your audience got really excited about. Take that content and turn it into a webinar, which will also help increase your email list. I usually try to mix it up and add more value to webinars, but start from scratch. The whole point is to make the most out of content youve already created. Turn it into an email: Another way to get the most mileage out of content (and reach a new audience!) is to recap your content and send out a short tips email. People might not have time to read your 1,000-word article, but they will be willing to read a shorter email that gets right to the point. Repost your content: Hey, people are busy. They dont see every post on Facebook or Instagram, or maybe they saw it but didnt have a chance to read or watch it. There is no issue with reposting great content a few times. Just spread it out a bit so you arent spamming people. Plan Your Content in Advance Here is the thing: You are in control of your calendar. Dont let other people dictate how you spend your time. It took me a really long time to learn this. It might mean getting up early, or staying up late, or working during your lunch hour. Whether you are working your business as a side hustle or already building your business, you need to make time to plan out your content so you arent stuck at the last minute trying to figure out what to write. If you can, work a few weeks in advance. I try to have all my content for one month done by the 15th of the month before. It doesnt always work out, but that is my plan. That gives me a bit of breathing room if the baby is up more one night or if I am just worn out. At least get topics planned out so you have a starting point. If you can outline a few points, even better. Dont let this overwhelm you, the goal is to make you more productive, not more stressed! Sometimes I find themes help keep me from getting overwhelmed by too many options. Like, okay in February, we are going to talk about social media, March we will cover staying motivated, etc. It doesnt have to be super specific. For tools, I love Asana for setting tasks (even for myself!) and Trello for keeping my ideas organized. You can keep one card of ideas and add to them throughout the month. One card for each month of content, then another card for each post. Really, it can be as complicated or as simple as you like! Create an Editorial Calendar   I struggled with this for way too long. I had way too many ideas and was not very organized. The results were I didnt get as much done. If you want to be consistent, you have to plan out an editorial calendar. There are plenty of ways to create an editorial calendar. You can build it in Trello, or you can add topics to your planner, so you remember when to write. Or you can use plugins for WordPress that make it easy to create a planner in WordPress itself. You can also use Google Docs to create your editorial calendar. It is a totally free tool, and it is saved in the cloud, so you can access and edit from anywhere, even on your phone. If you need help getting started, we created a Google Doc template you can use to create your very own! Just copy and paste to a new Google Doc, and start adding your ideas! The goal is to find a way that works for you. Dont let anyone tell you what the right or wrong way to create content!  

5 things you shouldnt include on your Resume

5 things you shouldn’t include on your Resume Fixing your resume so that it’s the best it can be is so important so that it serves its purpose â€" being the best reflection of you. It gives potential employers their first impression of you, so it’s vital you make it a good one. We think a lot about what we need to include on our resumes that we can sometimes get a little carried away, and end up sticking far too much info in there.  Therefore it’s a good idea to understand some things you don’t need or shouldn’t put on there. A photograph Unless you’re applying for a modelling or acting position, you don’t need a photograph. After allyou’re after a job, not a date! Don’t include things like physical attributes, regardless of how proud you are. It gives totally the wrong impression. Your email address from when you were 13 Full of kisses and your horrific nickname, it’s so important that you let that old email address go, regardless of how emotionally attached you are to it. Sticking to a simple and professional email address is recommended. Hobbies that serve no purpose Hobbies are often seen as a way of filling up space on a resume, especially if you have little work experience or you don’t have too many qualifications. However, unless they have some relevance to the job you’re applying for, or are genuinely impressive (i.e. a high grade at an instrument or a high belt in martial arts) they won’t be of much interest to your potential employer. Instead, think about what message you want to convey about yourself to the employer, and how you can utilise your hobbies to do this in a concise way. Every single job you’ve ever had You might have had a million and one jobs while you were at college and that’s great for you, but it may be pretty unnecessary to list them all on your resume. After all, your new employer is unlikely to look through them all in great detail. It’s a good idea to stick to summaries and to list skills and qualifications you gained from positions instead. Highly sensitive personal information Things like your religious or political beliefs might be a really important part of your life and that’s great, and (within reason) potential employers aren’t legally allowed to hold them against you when it comes to employing you. However, it is advised to leave things like this off your resume as it’s not needed.

10 Best Executive Resume Writing Services in America

10 Best Executive Resume Writing Services in America When it comes to searching for an Executive Resume Writer, there are many factors to consider in order to choose the very best service.Between checking resume company reviews, comparing prices, reviewing writer qualifications, checking industry relevance, and other fine details, finding the best executive resume writer can be an overwhelming task.Until now, there has never been a well researched and comprehensive list of the best executive resume services for you to compare these companies side by side.We have filtered over 100 executive resume services spanning both coasts of North America. Together, we have narrowed down the top companies into a comprehensive list of the 10 Best Executive Resume Services.Best Executive Resume Services in AmericaIf you are in a hurry and don't want to read our detailed reviews below, here is a list of the Best Executive Resume Writers in America:Find My Profession (that's us!) Chameleon Resumes Great Resumes Fast The Writing Guru Mary Elizabeth Brad ford An Expert Resume Capstone Resumes Avid Careerist Career Steering Kelly DonovanAnd now for the detailed reviews...#1 Executive Resume ServiceWithout question, it is our opinion that we (Find My Profession) offerthe best executive resume writing service on the market.What makes us unique amongst any other resume writing firm is their offering called theCareer Coaching service.Our Career Coachingservice is a white-glove service.We professionally manage all aspects of the job search. This means that we will:Search for relevant fitting jobs Apply to the jobs Customize your resume Network on your behalf with key decision-makersThink Hollywood talent agent, but for job seekers.No other executive resume writing service on this listoffers a service like this.While you can get a great looking resume from many companies, Find My Profession offers a service where we will stick with our clients, using that resume to find you a new job.Don’t be fooled by nice-looking resumes that don’t g et results or lack ATS compatible features. We guaranteeresults with a 60-Day Interview Guarantee.1. Find My ProfessionFind My Profession is not just a top-notch resume service. We are a global company headquartered in the US on a mission to master effective, ATS compatible resumes that convert into offers.A major perk of Find My Profession is that we are not a one-person shop.Collectively, our team of elite resume writers has experience in 85+ unique industries/professions. This allows us to assign you a professional writer (in the United States) based on your unique background and experience.We are also not a resume factory. We will never use “ghost-writers”. You will have your resume writer’s name, email, and phone number for direct communication.With 100+ 5-star reviews and a 60-day interview guarantee thatspeaks for itself, you can sleep easy knowing that your satisfaction is our #1 priority.Pros:Find My Profession commits to working with each client until they are comple tely satisfied. Don’t worry about having a limited number of edits, or a set amount of time with your writer.Cons:Find My Profession is a virtual/online company. While we provide services in your city, we don’t have a physical office.Also, with a focus on more senior positions, our entry-level resume service may be a bit pricey for recent graduates.If that's what you're looking for, scroll to the bottom of this article to find the 5 Best and Most Affordable Resume Writing Services.Turnaround: 3-5 business days, with a 48-hour expedited option.Cost: $695+Phone: (831) 888-0967Don't take our word for it, check out some of our 5-star reviews.Trustpilot2. Chameleon ResumesChameleon Resumes has been recognized by Forbes as a Top 100 Career Website. Their team of corporate and search firm recruiters has a combined 80 years of recruiting experience, making them a great resource for anyone looking to hire an executive resume writing service.Pros: Chameleon Resumes has been in the resume writing business for quite some time. Founder Lisa Rangel comes from 13 years of recruiting experience, which definitely helps her know what is important to put on a resume.Cons: For the steep price tag of nearly $3,000 you would think that the founder of this company writes the resumes herself. Unfortunately, she does not, so it is unclear what credentials your actual resume writer has.Turnaround: 15-20 business days.Cost: $2,897Phone: (917) 447-18153. Great Resumes FastGreat Resumes Fast has earned their spot as #3 on this list.Unlike many other companies on this list who are one-man/woman shops, Great Resumes Fast has developed a streamlined process to resume writing. They contract with top-notch resume writers and can handle a high volume, allowing them to be competitive with pricing.Pros: Great Resumes Fast charges a reasonable amount.While many companies on this list are run by a single individual who might charge an arm and a leg, GRF contracts with various different high-qua lity writers that may not be as well-branded as others on this list.Cons: While there are generally no problems working with contractors, some people prefer to work with writers who are full-time employees of the company.Turnaround: 3-5 business days.Cost: $795+Phone: (800) 991-51874. The Writing GuruThe Writing Guru does one thing better than almost every other resume writing service. They take a great deal of time to speak with you and understand your career path. If you are in a highly technical role that is not straightforward at all, this service might be perfect for you.Pros: While remaining competitively priced, Wendi Weiner, Founder of The Writing Guru personally spends an average of 15-20 hours with each client throughout the resume writing process. Wendi is also an attorney which means she is very focused on details in the project.Cons: The price range can either put this service in a fairly reasonable price bracket or in one of the more expensive ones. Also, if you do not have time to commit to the project, this could be a problem.Turnaround: Approximately 14-21 days.Cost: $1695 - $2695Phone: (888) 285-99825. Mary Elizabeth BradfordMary Elizabeth Bradford is named after, you guessed it, the founder of the company, Mary Elizabeth Bradford. Mary has spent nearly 20 years branding herself as a career expert and is a recognizable name in the industry.This company was voted a Forbes Top 100 Career Website.Pros: It appears that Mary actually writes the resumes herself and does not retain a team to do the work for her. If you are a Texan looking for one of the best executive resume services in Texas, she might be the perfect fit.Cons: While working directly with Mary Elizabeth Bradford will ensure a high-quality resume, you could get the same quality for a fraction of the price working with a less known executive resume writer from another company.Turnaround: 15+ business days.Cost: $2,297Phone: (830) 331-93986. An Expert ResumeAn Expert Resume is a resume writing service powered by Laura Smith-Proulx. Laura has been in the business of writing resumes for 20+ years.If you are looking for a resume writing service with one of the most experienced executive resume writers in the industry, this is an excellent option for you.Pros: An Expert Resume is no doubt a company that has been in the business for some time. Founder Laura Smith has earned many awards.She has been writing resumes since the '90s.Cons: While Laura has a ton of experience, many executives prefer to work with an organization that can assign a writer based on their relevance to the industry and role.Laura Smith can be considered more of a generalist, but she provides a great resume nonetheless.Turnaround: 15+ business days.Cost: $1597 - $1797Phone: (303) 364-44117. Capstone ResumesCapstone Resumes offers the most budget-friendly executive resume writing service that we know of. Not only is this company budget-friendly, but they offer a higher quality resume than most othe r companies in this price range.While the resume quality cannot be compared to any of the other companies on this list, they are a great solution if you are looking for a budget-friendly executive resume.Pros: Capstone Resumes offers the lowest cost executive resume service that we have seen. They also have a very quick turnaround time.Cons: Since this is such a low-cost resume writing service, you really can’t expect to have the same quality as the other services mentioned on this list.Capstone is the one company that offers a clear difference in quality, but they also offer a clear difference in price.Turnaround: 2-3 business days.Cost: $299Phone: (650) 445-53018. Avid CareeristAvid Careerist is a bit of a hidden gem.Hidden underneath a fairly low-quality website with a few minor glitches and a lack of information is a truly high-quality resume writing service.Similar to the website, the resume design is fairly basic, removing the need for fancy boxes and designs. Avid Careerist sticks to the basics and focuses on what matters most:the content.Pros: According to the website, Avid Careerist clients have landed jobs at many major companies including Accenture, Adobe, Amazon, Apple, Citi, LinkedIn, Verizon, and more.Cons: There is not a whole lot of transparency with this resume writing service.The cost is not mentioned anywhere on the website and neither is the turnaround time. There are also no reviews to be found online.Turnaround: While the turnaround time is not transparently listed on the site, our sources have informed us to expect 15-20+ business days.Cost: While the cost is not transparently listed on the website, our sources have informed us that this service ranges in price from $1,800 - $3,000+.Phone: No number provided.9. Career SteeringCareer Steering is another one of those executive resume writing services that are built and founded by one individual.Rosa E. Vargas is a Certified Master Resume Writer who has been in the industry for long enoug h to know how to write effectively. You can be guaranteed that you will be working with a high-quality resume writer.Pros: If you have to be limited to one resume writer, there are very few writers that hold as many certifications and qualifications as Rosa Elizabeth Vargas.Cons: If you aren’t happy with your resume, there are no other writers you can work with. You are limited to one executive resume writer that would be considered more of a generalist, without a focus on specific industries or roles.Turnaround: 10-15 business days.Cost: $1,995Phone: (321) 704-720910. Kelly DonovanKelly Donovan was founded in 2007 and is a company named after the founder, Kelly Donovan. Kelly comes from a career in journalism as well as marketing and PR management. She has contributed to various different books and holds a CPRW certification for executive resume writing.Pros: Kelly Donovan provides a free 15-30-minute consultation prior to requiring any upfront payment.Cons: We couldn’t find an y resume samples available on the website. We also weren’t able to find many customer reviews outside of her own website.Turnaround: 10+ business days.Cost: $1,200 - $1,900+Phone: (909) 235-6383Best Executive Resume Writing ServicesSelecting an executive resume writer is not easy. It’s important to do your research in order to have the most success possible in your job search.If you are looking for another article on this topic, feel free to check out theTop Executive Resume Writing Services.No matter who you choose, it is important that you do your research. Here are some quick qualifiers when choosing a professional executive resume writer:Make sure your writer has experience in your industry. Make sure you have some sort of edit/revision period. Make sure it’s a service that you can afford. Make sure the company does not outsource work outside of your country. Make sure the company is staying up to date with the latest resume trends. Make sure your resume is editable and se nt in Word and PDF formats. Make sure the company uses relevant keywords to get you through ATS.Overall, each of the companies mentioned on this list is considered a “safe to use” resume servicewith a focus on executive and C-Suite professionals.Not an executive?Check out theBest and Most Affordable Resume Writing Services.Find the company that resonates with you the most, check to see if they meet the seven qualifications mentioned above, and move forward with no regrets knowing that you have done your homework and will have an amazing result.

7 Causes for Creative Block How to Walk through Walls CareerMetis.com

7 Causes for Creative Block How to Walk through Wallsâ€" CareerMetis.com One thing that every artist who goes through creative blocks should understand is that a creative block is not a problem but a symptom. It is your mind that is addressing an obstruction that needs to be removed from the way to walk ahead and accomplish the desired result. A creative block happens when an artist feels stuck and is unable to complete an ongoing creative project or to come up with fresh creative ideas for a new project.The blockage can cause damage to the career as well. It can break your brand image that you created by putting in many efforts. However, a creative block can damage that image. It can cause you to have bad reviews on social channels of interaction.evalThere can be some reasons behind a creative block, and each type of the block may need a different solution. It is important to point out the causes before you go for any solution to save time and have a quick fix. This article aims to address the possible origins of a creative block so that it will be easie r to resolve the issue. Below are some of the possible reasons along with the appropriate solutions.1. Your Idealism is being the BarrierevalArtists have this trait of being idealistic as they draw inspiration from perfection. This trait is what allows them to see beauty in everything and reflect a version of reality in their artworks that move viewers. This is because they know what perfection looks like and how to identify it in a seemingly imperfect version of reality.They have an ideal version of the truth that they see through their imagination and illustrate it in their work. This is probably why they are often told that they live in their head. However, their idealism can sometimes cause them to have a creative block.What causes this type of creative block is the fact that their expectations from themselves are also very idealistic and when they feel that they are failing at producing something that would match their criteria of perfection, they unconsciously restrain from bu ilding anything at all.In easier words, sometimes an artist’s mind has this fear that they would not be able to create something good and thus, it ceases from anything at all.To resolve this issue, an artist should become a little less hard on themselves and make themselves understand that even the finest of the artists sometimes produce mediocre art sometimes. And giving yourself enough freedom is one of the significant elements that you need for creating a valuable piece of art.2. You are Working Too MuchThe second possible reason that we are discussing here is workload and exhaustion. Putting too much work pressure on your mind can also cause a creative block. Trying to do too much work at once will only create chaos and make you feel that you are incapable of achieving your goals. There should be a limit of how much work you get done in a day.evalTake one project at once and schedule a consistent routine to complete it. This will infuse a sense of accomplishment as you will be able to complete your tasks on a daily basis.3. You are Not Motivated EnoughA sense of purpose and motivation is vital for getting things done. Usually, creative individuals who choose to earn by doing what they love, work privately. They work on a project because they love their profession. However, there come times when they feel unmotivated as they do not find a particular project exciting or there is something else that distastes them.Here, you should learn how to motivate yourself at such times. You can choose to reward yourself with something you like at the end when you do well. This will keep you motivated as you will something to look forward to, every day.4. Exploration can helpevalSometimes the reason for a block is just lack of exposure. For instance, if you own a business and you are willing to create your logo free, you can choose to explore online templates available on different logo making websites and applications. This will allow you to see how to begin.eval5. Pr ocrastination Can Be the ReasonOne reason that can cause a creative blockage is the development of the habit of procrastination. Artists who work private projects can be a victim of procrastination as they do not have the pressure of deadlines. As it is essential to keep your mind stress-free to produce good work, it is also crucial to have some drive to get things done.Creativity is a process that has its sources in the unconscious, and this is why you need to tell your mind that you need to get a piece of work done to have your share of ideas pushed through the subconscious to the conscious mind.6. Personal Life and WorkThere is a possibility that you have personal issues that will restrict you from thinking attentively about your projects and this causes the block. A simple solution of keeping your personal life from causing any disruption in the creative process. That is, to have a proper routine and train your mind to maintain focus. Also, understand that it is not wise to dama ge your professional life because of a problem in your personal life as a broken career will only increase the difficulty.7. Lack of InspirationYour inability to come up with creative ideas can occur merely because of the lack of inspiration. You may need to browse through the internet and see some outstanding artworks to have ideas. Go through the works of good artists to gain motivation for your projects. Also, relax your mind and allow yourself to imagine freely by doing activities like brainstorming. This will push through ideas from the depths of your mind and bring them on the front surface.

Setting your career goals - Margaret Buj - Interview Coach

Setting your career goals A lot of people spend 7 to 8.5 hours a day at work. That equates to 35 to 42.5 hours at work for the 5-day working week. That’s a lot of time when you think about it; time that could possibly make your life very unpleasant if you have no sense of direction as it may lead you to doing work that you absolutely hate. There are a few fortunate people who end up with the career they want out of chance and the right timing, but for most people it requires a little bit of planning, preparation and patience. The first step is to set career goals for yourself so that you have a clear path that you want to follow; leaving nothing to chance and pure luck. Setting goals when doing anything worthwhile is important so that you have a measuring stick of your progress as well as a clear direction that you want to go in. Having no career goals leaves you exposed to the possibility of moving around from job to job aimlessly, never truly progressing. Having a clear set of career goals is the first and most important step you can take towards securing the career of your dreams. What are career goals? They’re simply the things that you want to achieve in your career; what work you want to do, and how you will get there. These can be very broad statements like “I want to have a job that makes me a lot of money”, there are many jobs which can achieve this; or more specific like “I want to be a NASA astronaut working on the International Space Station”. Whether they are very broad or specific, ambitious or not, it’s important to identify them and note them down. You need to separate these into long term, short term, conceptual and operational goals. Conceptual goals deal with your preferences, interests and values while operational goals deal more with specific job tasks that you set for yourself.   Both are important and you must have a good balance. When setting the actual goals you need to think of where you want to end up first of all, then work your way backwards to where you are now. In that process you will be filling in the blanks and identifying what you’re lacking and what is needed in order for you advance step by step towards your destination. Make sure that you formulate realistic and plausible goals. There’s nothing wrong with dreaming, in fact dreaming is very important because it gives you something to aim for, but your career goals must be grounded in reality. You should normally start by planning your long term goals because it’s difficult to plan how you’ll get somewhere if you don’t know where you’re going. These long term goals can cover a time span of the next 5, 10 or 20 years. Think about what you’re good at, what you enjoy doing and the attributes of a job that matter to you. Think about whether you want to work from home, own a business, be a creative professional, etc. Once you identify these things it becomes easier for you to figure out how you’ll get there. The combination of what you’re good at and your values are a strong indicator of the direction that you should take. You can break these down into specific goals such as “I want to be a film director in Hollywood”, which is an example of moving from the broad creative professional goal, to something very specific. Specificity is good because it narrows down the direction you can take even more, so you end up having a clearer career path you can follow. Once youve set your long term career goals you need to set short term goals. This is because a long term goal can take many years of work to achieve; as such you need to fill in the blanks as to how you will achieve it. Short term goals are stepping stones towards the long term goals; the things you can do in the next few months or years that will lead you towards your long term goals. Some examples of short term goals are to get a certification, diploma or degree in your area of interest, interning at an organization that deals with your area of interest, learning new skills in your area of interest, etc. These are small steps that prepare you and align you towards your long term goals. You should work on these frequently and take as many steps as you can without overwhelming yourself. The short term goals act as a benchmark and measuring stick of your progress towards your final destination. During the process of setting up your goals it’s of utmost importance to be realistic. Having unrealistic career goals will only set you up for failure and disappointment. Some of the factors to consider are: Whether you have access to the required resources to achieve your goals Whether the goals you set are in line with you as an individual or not Whether there’s a market for what you want to achieve Whether it’s really possible to achieve your goals in the set time frame Whether you have the education and skills needed to achieve your goals Whether you have the time and commitment to achieve your goals You should share your goals with someone who knows you well so that they may have some input. A lot of the time we as people overestimate ourselves and believe we can achieve more than we really can. Having input from someone who knows us well can help bring a sense of realism to the process. Focus on maintaining your strengths and strengthening your weak areas and stay humble. Pride can give you a false sense of achievement and cause you to falter. Don’t be afraid to change your plan as you go along if you see that some things are too unrealistic or if your interests change drastically. Remember that Rome wasn’t built in a day. It will most likely take years of work for you to achieve your goals, but when you do achieve them it will be such a fulfilling and satisfying thing. About the author Zuhair Sharif is a digital marketer, writer, blogger and entrepreneur. he likes to write and develop educational and inspirational material to help bring value to others lives. if this interests you check his ultimate guides to goal setting here.

Writing a Sample Business Analyst Resume

Writing a Sample Business Analyst ResumeA sample business analyst resume has been around for a long time. But, the Internet has created opportunities for much more applicants to apply for these jobs, making it even more important to make sure you are well presented. Let's take a look at some of the most important points that will help you get the perfect resume.One of the biggest mistakes that many people make when they write a sample business analyst resume is to place too much emphasis on the information that is provided on the front. You do not want to make the mistake of using the 'business analyst' term as a catch-all phrase. You want to place the most important information first and leave the rest up to the discretion of the recruiter. The recruiter will be able to make better judgments about what skills to emphasize on your resume.Keep in mind that there are many different industries that hire people for this type of position. There are also some things that you cannot include on your resume. These include your criminal record or past convictions, any outstanding warrants, or any bankruptcy papers.It is very important that you understand that when you are writing a sample business analyst resume, the employer will see more than just the information that is on the front. The recruiter will see all of the details that are contained within the resume.In order to write a successful sample business analyst resume, you need to write in a clear and concise manner. This will make it easier for the recruiter to read your resume. When they are able to read your resume without having to struggle to keep up with what you have written, they will know that you are able to focus on the most important points of your resume.One of the biggest mistakes that many people make when they are trying to write asample business analyst resume is to write in a style that they are used to. For example, if you are familiar with someone writing in a formal style, you might be tempted to use this same style when you are writing your resume. If you do, you run the risk of appearing less professional than you would if you wrote in a more conversational tone.By writing in a more informal style, you will be able to demonstrate to the employer that you are well rounded. You can convey that you are able to communicate with the job applicant in a professional manner. Once they see this, they will know that you are someone that they can trust.Once you have finished writing your sample business analyst resume, take a look at it again. You may have missed some important details that will hurt your chances of getting the job.