What Is the Purpose of Writing a Career Objective on the Resume?

What Is the Purpose of Writing a Career Objective on the Resume?If you are like most people, you have probably asked yourself this question 'What is the purpose of writing a career objective on the resume?' This is not just one of those questions you ask yourself when you want to know what you need to include on your resume. It is one of those questions that you really don't want to be asking yourself! The reason for this is that any time you submit your resume, including on job boards and career fairs, you are actually asking the recruiters for their permission to include any and all information they want to include on your resume, but they don't have a choice.So, you will notice a strange thing: The more personal and specific you make your resume the better chance you have of getting the job you are after. Of course, the majority of people do not realize this and continue asking 'What is the purpose of writing a career objective on the resume?'Well, there is no real answer to this question, other than one you might consider: A career objective is a way to outline what your strengths and capabilities are and what your greatest career goals are. The reason that employers use it so much on a resume is because it is a one-sided statement that is very straight forward and does not necessarily imply anything that is wrong with you personally. You can definitely find ways to highlight some aspects of your own life that could be great to highlight in your resume.For example, if you are a writer, then you might have written a number of books or articles on a variety of subjects over the years. On your resume, you can highlight one or two of these books or articles and to do this highlight just the title of the book or article; and then to highlight the names of the authors or even the date of the book or article was published.When you list your accomplishments and the specific areas you achieved them, this is a great way to give a one-sided description of your achieve ments. Remember, what employers really want to see on a resume is the results of your job history, not your personal experience.This is why you should always keep in mind that one of the first things you should do when you start looking for a job is to find out what job you would like to work in. This will be one of the biggest contributing factors when it comes to how you will be perceived by an employer. So, even though you are working in a different industry, it does not mean that you cannot include on your resume that you have specialized in a particular field; because it would certainly be an advantage.You should always be honest with yourself when it comes to this, because if you do not include on your resume that you have done consulting or writing, then it could greatly detract from your resume. The trick is to find out what you enjoy doing, the fields you would like to work in, and the job openings in those fields before you begin looking for a job.

Paid Sick Leave Decreases Flu Spread

Paid Sick Leave Decreases Flu Spread There are lots of arguments for paid sick leave, but this might be one of the most compelling: It could keep you healthy this winter. A new study from the National Bureau of Economic Research found that when a company offers paid sick leave, the number of employees who get the flu “decreases significantly.” According to the Wall Street Journal, “It also suggests that the absence of paid sick leave causes contagious people to go into work and infect their co-workers or customers.” The researchers found that when people don’t have paid sick leave, they’ll show up to work while contagious, making it more likely that they’ll pass along their germs to the people with whom they come into contact. Paid sick leave cuts down on workplace transmission, the researchers said. “These findings validate our model predictions and provide evidence that sick and contagious employees stayed at home to recover instead of going to work, thereby reducing contagious presenteeism and decreasing infection rates,” they said. This has the potential to affect not just a lot of workers, but a lot of consumers. Workers in low-paying jobs are disproportionately likely to be the ones who go without paid sick leave, but they’re also often in service industries like retail or food service, which puts them into contact with a large number of people over the course of a day. Video Player is loading.Play VideoPlayMuteCurrent Time  0:00/Duration  0:00Loaded: 0%Stream Type  LIVESeek to live, currently playing liveLIVERemaining Time  -0:00  SharePlayback Rate1xChaptersChaptersDescriptionsdescriptions off, selectedCaptionscaptions settings, opens captions settings dialogcaptions off, selectedAudio TrackFullscreenThis is a modal window. This video is either unavailable or not supported in this browser Error Code: MEDIA_ERR_SRC_NOT_SUPPORTED Technical details : No compatible source was found for this media. Session ID: 2019-12-30:d6a268be21945b0aaa65f548 Player Element ID: jumpstart_video_1 OK Close Modal DialogBeginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window.TextColorWhiteBlackRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyOpaqueSemi-TransparentBackgroundColorBlackWhiteRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyOpaqueSemi-TransparentTransparentWindowColorBlackWhiteRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyTransparentSemi-TransparentOpaqueFont Size50%75%100%125%150%175%200%300%400%Text Edge StyleNoneRaisedDepressedUniformDropshadowFont FamilyProportional Sans-SerifMonospace Sans-SerifProportional SerifMonospace SerifCasualScriptSmall CapsReset restore all settings to the default valuesDoneClose Modal DialogEnd of dialog window.PlayMuteCurrent Time  0:00/Duration  0:00Loaded: 0%Stream Type  LIVESeek to live, currently playing liveLIVERemaining Time  -0:00  Playback Rate1xFullscreenClose Modal DialogThis is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button.Close Modal DialogThis is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button.

8 Survival Tips For The Laid Off And Looking - Work It Daily

8 Survival Tips For The Laid Off And Looking - Work It Daily It can be difficult to stay focused, positive, and proactive when you are laid off, but that is exactly what you need to be if you want to get a job! Related: 6 Reasons Why Employers AREN'T Calling You If you're laid off and looking, check out these eight simple tips to get you out of the house and back to work. Everyday Activities Do the following activities everyday. 1. Get dressed. It may not seem important, but it is. Changing your clothes can change your mindset. Just as it is important to have a designated area to “work” on your job search, you should have a job search wardrobe. You never know when you might interact with someone who might have an opportunity or interview for you. Put your best foot forward at all times. 2. Leave the house everyday. This will increase your chances of meeting others with job opportunities, or even interview opportunities. Even beyond the simple act of reminding people you exist by presenting yourself in public, you get human acknowledgement. Sitting at home, alone, in front of a computer can result in feeling like you don’t exist after a while. Making eye contact with others and receiving acknowledgement can really improve your self-esteem and spirits. 3. Read something career or industry related everyday. Feed your mind! Keep abreast with your industry so you have something to talk (and even think) about. Staying current can help you feel connected to the rest of the working world and will support your self-esteem. Reading job search and career-related articles can also give you some tips and tricks from which you might benefit. These tips can also be reassuring that you are doing everything you need to do and are doing it well. 4. Vary your approach to job search. Not only is sitting in front of the computer applying for jobs day after day boring, but it is also likely ineffective! You will rarely get a response, and if you do, it is often a rejection letter. Follow up on your applications and resume submissions; research and cold call employers with whom you are interested in working; attend in-person networking opportunities; review an actual newspaper for job leads to expand your targets; find a staffing agency or recruiter to work with and follow-up with them regularly. Changing up your job search will keep you engaged, fresh, and motivated. Weekly Activities Do the following activities on a weekly basis. 5. Practice interviewing… now. I am always so surprised when a new client contacts me to practice for an interview a day or two before the main event. Ideally, you should practice with a career coach or other professional several times before you are even called for an interview. Review and refine your answers weekly and schedule one or more sessions to polish your presentation for the specific job when you are called for an interview. This way, you will be ready to “knock ‘em dead!” 6. Keep a schedule. Paper or electronic â€" it doesn’t matter. Map out your week ahead and review your schedule weekly. This will ensure you don’t miss any application deadlines or opportunities to follow up or network. You also won’t forget to keep your word to call an employer back “next Tuesday.” Job search is your business right now… unless you want to continue being laid off and looking…. 7. Review your resume, LinkedIn Profile, website, and cover letter. These should all be considered living documents and regularly reviewed and enhanced. Even small improvements or corrections can make a surprising difference. Additionally, it is easy to overlook things you take for granted like the same link that has been on your profile for ages, but you may find has mysteriously been broken since you last used it. Try to use an objective eye. If it has been a while since you have had your biographical information reviewed, spring for a professional to review it all for you. 8. Volunteer. You may not think you have time for it, but you do. Not only will the organization or individual receiving your time and efforts appreciate it, but you will benefit as well. There is no way for me to describe how good it can make you feel to be able to contribute your time and energy a few hours a week to a good cause. It is good for your self-confidence, builds feelings of relevance, and can be another networking opportunity as well. You just never know who will lead you to your next awesome break! While this is no means a comprehensive list of things that you can do if you are laid off and looking, it is a good start. What have you tried that works for you? I’d love to know! Related Posts #1 Reason You Get Interviews But Not Offers 10 Things Recruiters Won’t Tell You (But I Will!) 7 Surprising Reasons You Didn’t Get An Interview For The Job About the author Mary Sherwood Sevinsky is a career and occupational consultant who is masters-prepared and certified. She is a business owner with nearly 20 years of experience in Corporate Management, Career Assessment Counseling and in writing Career Articles and Educational Materials. She has worked as a corporate manager experienced in hiring, firing, and managing a staff of professionals with a multi-million dollar budget. Learn more about Mary and her services: www.life-works.info. Disclosure: This post is sponsored by a CAREEREALISM-approved expert. You can learn more about expert posts here. Photo Credit: Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!