In today's business world, employers look at much more than our cover letter and resume when considering us for a position. The rapid growth of the online technology we have the opportunity to develop a strong professional online identity. Many employers now Google the names of their applicants to gain a better insight on potential employees; therefore, an online identity may help or hurt you if you’re not careful.
An important initial step in recognizing your online identity is to Google yourself and analyze the results of your name. Set your name apart from others with similar names by using your middle name or middle initial and keep it consistent with all your networking names. Secondly, it is important to log on to all your network profiles and adjust the privacy settings to restrict outside viewing and edit any negative pictures and language you may have on the site. Every picture and piece of writing available on the internet will effect how you look as a professional.
It is important to build a professional online identity on networks such as LinkedIn or Spoke. Employers constantly search these sites for new employees. You should continually access these accounts and update your profile to maintain up to date pictures, names, skills, qualifications and work experienc. Link your professional work and achievements done on other sites to your network and stay connected to individuals in the field you are pursuing. It is also a good idea to continuously add blog post on topics that you feel strong about where you may demonstrate your knowledge and leadership.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
5 Tough Interview Questions & Strategies For Each
“Tell me about yourself.”
This answer should not be about your personal life or hobbies. A good answer would consist of a quick run down of your skills, knowledge and experience that would assist you in the position. Cover your education, work experience and goals for the future.
“Why did you leave your last job?”
Stay away from negative experiences and badmouthing the company. It would be a good chance to talk about the positive attributes you had learned from that particular company and how it will help you in the future.
“What can you offer me that another person can’t?”
Make it apparent that you are the best candidate for the position. Explain specifically what parts of your resume stands out and what qualifications may benefit you. Use past experiences to demonstrate your ability to overcome a problem, meet a deadline or simply the quality of your work habits.
“What are your goals for the future?”
Keep the focus on your career path. Personal goals such as starting a family or returning to school are not fit for this question. Gear your answer toward the position you are applying for and how you would like to advance from that position to a higher position.
“How do you plan on achieving these goals?”
Be prepared for the question and research seminars or training courses that the company may have available. You may now mention the returning to school, not as the goal, but as a means of furthering your skills and knowledge to meet this goal of company advancement.
This answer should not be about your personal life or hobbies. A good answer would consist of a quick run down of your skills, knowledge and experience that would assist you in the position. Cover your education, work experience and goals for the future.
“Why did you leave your last job?”
Stay away from negative experiences and badmouthing the company. It would be a good chance to talk about the positive attributes you had learned from that particular company and how it will help you in the future.
“What can you offer me that another person can’t?”
Make it apparent that you are the best candidate for the position. Explain specifically what parts of your resume stands out and what qualifications may benefit you. Use past experiences to demonstrate your ability to overcome a problem, meet a deadline or simply the quality of your work habits.
“What are your goals for the future?”
Keep the focus on your career path. Personal goals such as starting a family or returning to school are not fit for this question. Gear your answer toward the position you are applying for and how you would like to advance from that position to a higher position.
“How do you plan on achieving these goals?”
Be prepared for the question and research seminars or training courses that the company may have available. You may now mention the returning to school, not as the goal, but as a means of furthering your skills and knowledge to meet this goal of company advancement.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Personal & Professional Mission Statements
Life throws my curves and bumps in our direction every day. Some of these curves and bumps may be much harder to tackle than others, but we eventually learn to glide through the curves and smooth out those bumps.
My personal mission is to take life head on and be true to myself. Life is too short to watch life pass you by. My life has been very blessed, but I have also made many mistakes. However, these mistakes have made me into the person I am today. With integrity and maturity I will be on the right path to achieving my goals.
My professional mission is to never underestimate the impossible. Be what you want to be; nothing is impossible. Many of times I have underestimated my capabilities and set myself up for failure. But over the past few years I have began to believe in myself and strive to do my very best. I will be proactive and say I will get my dream job and I will make the best out of my life.
Although different, my personal and professional missions are one in the same. Whether it be enhancing my personal life or enhancing my professional life I will give it everything I've got.
My personal mission is to take life head on and be true to myself. Life is too short to watch life pass you by. My life has been very blessed, but I have also made many mistakes. However, these mistakes have made me into the person I am today. With integrity and maturity I will be on the right path to achieving my goals.
My professional mission is to never underestimate the impossible. Be what you want to be; nothing is impossible. Many of times I have underestimated my capabilities and set myself up for failure. But over the past few years I have began to believe in myself and strive to do my very best. I will be proactive and say I will get my dream job and I will make the best out of my life.
Although different, my personal and professional missions are one in the same. Whether it be enhancing my personal life or enhancing my professional life I will give it everything I've got.
Friday, January 8, 2010
Personal Bio
Shaun Prince was born and raised in Mason, MI. He now resides in Lansing where he is attending Davenport University. At Davenport, Shaun is in his Junior year working on a bachelors degree in Accounting Management. Shaun currently works for Meijer Warehouse as a laborer while attending school. In his free time, he enjoys working out, bicycling, snowmobiling, sports and spending time with family and friends. Shaun is currently single with no children and has a dog named Medina. Shaun is a quiet, yet confident young man who will strive to succeed at any task he may be presented with.
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