Digital Eve Israels Speed Networking Thursday, Feb. 7th, 2008

Digital Eve Israel's Speed Networking Thursday, Feb. 7th, 2008 4 My favorite jobs in Israel mailing list, Digital Eve Israel, has just announced their first speed networking event for 2008. It's a great opportunity to meet a lot of people who might know where your dream job is waiting. Susan Fisher, co-chair of Digital Eve Israel, recently posted about this event on the list. What What is Speed Networking? You chat for a few minutes with someone you've never met, a whistle blows and then you move on to the next person. It's a great way to meet lots of people very quickly. The goal of this event is for you to meet 20+ Devas and go home with lots of business cards and a list of everyone who was there. You need to register in advance so that the organizers can plan a buffet but also so that they can create a list of all the attendees and their contact information for you to take home.eval There will be a small charge to cover the buffet. How do you register? Via an email to Susie Kaufman (susiek18 [at] bezeqint.net).eval Include your: Full Name Mobile Phone Email Organization Blurb Blurb? This is a short profile of yourself of 1 â€" 3 sentences. It may be your job, your skills or anything else you want people to know about you. Think of it as your resume in a few lines. If you're looking for a job in Israel, this paragraph needs to be honest but hard-hitting in selling you. Example I'm Israel Israeli. I have had five years experience in search engine optimization and would know like to move to a larger internet company role with marketing responsibility. I also enjoy jazz music and volunteering with Latet. Important If you register and find you can't make it â€" please email Susie to cancel. The cost is NIS 75, and you're asked to bring cash in the exact amount. Bring a pen too, but also resumes and business cards where relevant. Who The evening is being organized by Susan Fisher Leemor Machnai (Digital Eve Israel's chairs). This location is being provided at no charge by Deva Liane Thompson. Where Sektor 17 43 Lavanda South Tel Aviv Map (Hebrew, only seems to work in Internet Explorer) Car: This is right off the Ayalon near La Guardia interchange with lots of on-street parking. Bus: 15,16, 30, 31, 32, 41 but bear in mind that it's only a 5 minute walk from the Tel Aviv Central Bus Station. When Thursday 7th February from 7pm till 10.30pm+ Why This is the fifth networking evening DEI has done and every single one has been fun, Susan says. I've registered and am planning on being there. Look for me in my orange rugby shirt, perhaps talking to one of our Deva bloggers: Rochelle, Vivian, Nira, Lisa, Miriam, Adriane, Nancy, Karin, Rebecca or Hadassah. Quick!

Is it Worth Going With the Best Online Resume Writing Service?

Is it Worth Going With the Best Online Resume Writing Service?The question of whether to go for the best online resume writing service or not is a difficult one. There are many advantages to hiring an online service to do your resume and many disadvantages to it.Having said that, you should remember that you can get a much better job by starting your online resume in this manner. Not only will you be able to land the job, but you can also save time by getting this done faster and easier.This is because most employers will first see your resume on their computer screen when they do a 'job search' and these screens take time. You should therefore be considering this when deciding if it is worth your while to go with an online resume writing service.You also have to remember that an online resume can only be seen by the person that creates it. This means that they can be removed at any time and sent back out to hundreds of people if necessary.This could mean that having your resume crea ted for you can take a lot of time away from you, which can then be put to better use elsewhere. For example, you could find some other jobs or you could spend that time doing more productive things.One thing that should not be forgotten when deciding whether or not to go with an online service is that they may not be as experienced as you think. In addition, there are many online services that are not looking after your interests or that actually try to get you to buy their product or service.This means that they may be putting in the most professional efforts possible but they may not have the skills or knowledge required to write a good resume. This is especially important if you want to get into advertising or other high-paying fields where your resume will be seen by hundreds or even thousands of times before it reaches the correct hands.That is why you really need to read the fine print on the website carefully before you agree to anything. Read what they say about their exper ience, the costs and how you can be confident that they are the best online service for your resume needs.

Hidden in Plain Sight The Billion Dollar Customer

Hidden in Plain Sight The Billion Dollar Customer Imagine this: You wake up in the morning, and like most entrepreneurs, check your email and calendar for the day even before getting out of bed. Right at the top of your incoming emails is a “Notice of Contract Award.” As your eyes race to the full message, you read that you were the winning bidder and have won a $2 million contract to provide a full year of services for a local business, a perfect fit for you and your team and a rocket boost to the growth of your company! Who needs coffee, because now you’re flooded with energy and excitement, and your mind is spinning with all of the details you’ll need to manage in the next few hours to take the biggest step you could ever imagine for your home-grown company. Breathe deep, because you’ll want to be centered, focused and aware as you lead your company into a bright future. Sound like a dream? In reality, this scenario happens to thousands of women business owners in a variety of industries throughout the U.S. every year. Their customer is the world’s largest customer, the one that spends more money than any other entity in the world, and that every year buys over $120 billion from small businesses located in every state in the country. That customer is the U.S. federal government. Now more than ever is an ideal time to consider entering the federal government marketplace. Why? The federal government has set a goal to spend 5% of its annual procurement with small, women-owned businesses. While 5% sounds like a small goal, it amounted to over $22 billion in awarded contracts last year ranging in size from under a few thousand dollars to well over $50 million. If you’re interested in working with the U.S. federal government, but are unsure where to start, have no worry. Here are four tips to help you kickstart your relationship selling to the world’s largest customer.  Tip #1: Prepare Your Business When tackling a new, large customer like the federal government, you’ll want to take the time to understand them, which involves researching how and when they buy, identifying important decision-makers, and clarifying the rules and regulations. This will help paint an overall picture for you of their business wants and needs. A mandatory first step is to register your business at the official free federal government website System for Award Management or www.sam.gov. All businesses, even solo-woman owned companies, must register in SAM.gov to be considered for a federal contract. SAM.gov is where you will enter all of your important business facts such as your tax identification number, your unique DUNS number, the NAICS codes describing the services or products you provide, the points of contact for your business and bank account information. This website even provides a help desk number/email if you run into hurdles or have questions about registering. Next, consider getting certified. Certification is possible for small businesses owned by women, veterans and minorities, and for businesses in an economically disadvantaged area known as a HUBZone. While you can certainly do business without being certified, a formal certification makes you eligible for a group of set-aside contracts, and even eligible for other direct award contracts where no competition is needed.  You can learn more at www.certify.sba.gov.  Tip #2 Find Your Network Women are typically good networkers, and the federal market is rich with networking opportunities. These may be government agency-sponsored events, national or regional conferences, local outreach and matchmaking events, or training sessions. One event that could be beneficial for a beginner is ChallengeHER. ChallengeHER is a national initiative to boost government contracting opportunities for women-owned small businesses and was created in partnership with the Small Business Administration (SBA), Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) and American Express. Since its inception, ChallengeHER has educated more than 21,000 women entrepreneurs at 70 workshops across the country and facilitated more than 5,350 meetings between women small business owners and government officials. Business owners interested in government procurement could also attend American Express’s Summit for Success. Held annually, the Summit for Success is a free event for businesses from all over the country to connect and hear from industry experts about opportunities in federal contracting, tips for going global, and how to expand their client base. An online source for networking opportunities is FedBizOpps.gov. Once you’ve visited the free site, you will see on the home page a green button called Search Small Business Events. Clicking that button will bring up a list of events sponsored by the federal government, from national conferences to small matchmaking events. What is a matchmaking event? It’s like speed dating for businesses who want to meet and talk with government decision-makers. You’ll have 10-15 minutes at each table, then when the time is up, you move to the next table. It is a terrific way to meet decision-makers and tell your business story and objectives.  Tip #3: Get Noticed Getting noticed in the federal marketplace is a unique process. As mentioned, you’ll need the mandatory SAM.gov registration, followed by a website, and two important printed pieces: your business card and a capability statement. A capability statement is a unique document that is similar to a resumeâ€"it focuses on the needs of your target customer and tells a succinct story in government terminology. It includes sections called Core Competencies, Differentiators, Past Performance and Company Data. Ideally, this document will be edited to address the specific needs of your targets, and not a generic brochure or flyer. Your business card should be on a white or light color background, so potential partners or customers can keep notes about you on it after you hand it to them (not needed but super helpful in case the customer doesn’t have anywhere else to write on in the moment!). Also use both sides (front and back) of the card and fill it up with all of the information your government targets want to see: NAICS, DUNS and CAGE codes, your certifications and all of your phone numbers. Tip #4: Be Persistent It is important to proactively market to your government prospects. They should hear from you at least once a month through phone calls, emails, in-person meetings and events. Stay in touch with them and build strong relationships so that they know who you are and trust that you can provide the services or products they need. And don’t give up! You may need to stay in touch with the decision-makers at the agencies, or those prime contractors with whom you may want to subcontract, over long periods of time. It’s easy to get discouraged after the first one or two tries when you don’t get a positive response. Not to worry â€" it is perfectly fine to contact the decision-makers every month as a follow up. Reach out until you have broken through the gatekeepers. The U.S. federal government is a marketplace that rewards long-term effort. It will take time to learn the lingo, the rules and processes, and find good opportunities on which to bid.   But it all becomes worth it once you’ve earned the opportunity to win hundreds of thousands and even millions of dollars in contracts for your services and products. This guest post was authored by Gloria Larkin Gloria Larkin is President and CEO of  TargetGov, Procurement Advisor to American Express, and a nationally-recognized expert in federal contracting. Her clients have won over $5 billion in federal contracts. She may be reached at  [emailprotected]

Picking a Fight with Economists

Picking a Fight with Economists I’m not an economist.   They are generally really smart people who do lots of math.   They are also the people who make predictions about economic recovery.   In this, they have a track record that is roughly the equivalent of mine with winning lottery numbers. I say this to set up a story that appeared in Forbes this week about America’s Best and Worst Job Markets .   Forbes methodology “relied equally on the latest metro unemployment data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and on Juju.coms monthly Job Search Difficulty Index for Major Cities.”   Moodys Economy.com provided additional analysis for the trends in each labor market on the lists. Not surprisingly, many of the best job markets were in places where government was one of the strongest industry sectors.   (Washington DC was number one.) Many state capitals were right behind in the ranking, including Oklahoma City, Austin and Boston.   Salt Lake City, New York, NY and Milwaukee, Wisconsin all made the “best” list, and the Minneapolis-Saint Paul area should be “fully” recovered by mid-2011, far ahead of the rest of the nation. The worst markets list starts out with Florida.   Orlando leads the list at number 10, and our own Jacksonville comes in at number nine (Miami weighs in at number three.)   Here’s where I part ways with our economist friends at Forbes.   The Jacksonville analysis reads: Unemployment rate: 11.6%; Job-seekers per opening: 4.34 A slowdown in manufacturing and packaging has contributed to the Jacksonville areas high unemployment rate, which could remain above 11% through this year, projects Moodys Economy.com. Says a recent analysis by the firm:  The risk of a second recession is uncomfortably high in Jacksonville.” It’s possible, even probable,  that we’ll stay in double digit unemployment for the year, but here on the ground, we see hiring picking up dramatically this year.   Online job postings both in our Employ Florida system and in other online resources are up 25% year over year.   It’s true that manufacturing and residential construction jobs may not ever come back to pre-recession levels; our inventory of vacant homes is very high, just like San Diego, Detroit and Las Vegas, which are all on the list.   The analysis overlooks some of our strong industry sectors, which are showing early signs of life in 2011.   Health care, financial services and logistics and transportation are all adding jobs.   The business people I speak to are reporting that activity and orders are on the rise. They call economics “the dismal science” for good reason.   I’m more optimistic about Jacksonville’s immediate future.   What about you? Read the full report here: http://www.forbes.com/2011/01/06/best-and-worst-places-for-jobs-business-beltway.html

Using Resume Writing Service Samples

Using Resume Writing Service SamplesMost resume writing service provide samples of jobs they have successfully written for others, which can help potential clients determine whether or not you will be a good match for their job openings. While most such services are reputable and trustworthy, there are some that may be more clever than others, and they will try to cheat you out of your hard earned money by sending you a false sample of a job you never applied for. Make sure you do your homework before hiring a service, because many of them have worked hard to develop skills to pass themselves off as the best, and will have developed a very good reputation in the field to get your business.If you see one of these companies on their site and you feel that they may be deceptive, write them a polite email and ask them if they can send you a sample of their work, or send you a sample of jobs they have successfully written for others. This is a step in protecting yourself from their cheati ng tactics. It also helps if they provide you with a money back guarantee should you not be satisfied with the product.Many resume writing services offer samples of jobs that you have submitted, but do not necessarily state where you were based or what position you had. Do not be fooled into thinking that you would have a difficult time locating any of these sample resumes, but the truth is that they are often kept secret until you are applying for a position. In this way, it is important that you check out a number of samples before you make a decision.Many services will even provide samples of jobs that you have not submitted, but that do not directly pertain to the job position you are looking for. Even if you find a sample of one of these positions, you may not be as qualified for the position as you thought. That is why it is important to look over a number of samples of jobs you have submitted, and to do so as soon as possible before you start your job search.Of course, there are always those services that will send you a sample of a job you never submitted, as a form of free advertising. It is important to look at all of the samples sent to you, however, and to make sure that you can easily spot the various jobs. Be aware that some of these samples may be identical to the ones that have been sent to the rest of the service's clients, but you should be able to tell the difference.Another thing that must be taken into consideration when reviewing samples is how professional they are. When you send a sample of a job you have not ever submitted to an experienced resume writing service, you are risking potentially damaging your chances of getting hired. Therefore, a resume writing service should be able to answer any questions you may have regarding the job position you are looking for, or they should be able to provide you with a letter of recommendation from someone who has actually used their services.When choosing a resume writing service, remember that you can choose one that specializes in a specific industry. The skills of an expert may vary from one industry to another, so make sure that you choose a service that has experience in the field that you are looking for. With experience, you can be sure that you will receive the best and most personalized service possible.Sample services are often the first to know when they are not getting a job at a specific company. To prevent yourself from receiving bad service and no results, remember to find a resume writing service that offers samples of jobs you have already submitted, and that has the skill necessary to write the appropriate letter of recommendation. Once you have done this, your chances of finding the right job will greatly increase.

5 Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Job Interview

5 Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Job Interview A job interview is usually an opportunity given to shortlisted candidates for a certain post to prove to the recruiter that they are the best for the position. However, one can make these 5 mistakes that can turn the chance into a nightmare.1. Inadequate PreparationevalThe best way to be sure of sailing through an interview, whether a difficult or a simpleevalOne is through proper preparation.Interview preparation is done prior to the interview and ensures that the candidate has everything that is required for the day. It is also done to avoid last minute rush which can make one to panic and potentially lose the opportunity.Interview preparation includes doing the following things;Researching â€" This equips one with information and makes them to be different from unprepared candidates. This involves having a look at the website of the organization to know in depth what they do, the products they sale, their key target clientele and the services they provide. One can also read their publications to understand their stability and growth. From this, one can draft some questions concerning the organization.Knowing the job description of the position. Study what the position requires, its roles and the deliverables.Plan on what to wearaccording to the nature of the organization. One should put on neat clothes which are well ironed. The aim is to be impressive.In case of any additional material that could be required during the interview, it’s important to have them ready. These include original certificates and document copies, portfolio and work samples or references. For interviews that involve writing essays, one can prepare by being coached by essay help writer.2. Arriving lateInterviews are business meetings and therefore there is no room for time wastage from either parties. One of the issues on which interviewees are tested is the ability to keep time. Inability to keep time for the interview can be taken as an indication that they will not keep time even when offered the job.Worst of all, it shows the recruiter that one is unreliable. Arriving early for an interview helps one to:Have some rest and collect themselves in case they are tired.Run a check on their presentation if any.Have a review of the expected interview questions and their answers.Freshen up and relieve themselves and go into the interview when they are comfortable and relaxed.3. Offensive body languageevalRecruiters play close attention to the details of the candidate’s nonverbal communication since it’s an easy way of assessin their personality, discipline and the level of professionalism of candidates.It is important for one to be confident and use body language to boost their chances of getting the job. The most common mistakes that people do in relation to body language use include:Giving very firm handshakes or shaking hands with sweaty palms. This shows that one is nervous or too aggressive, it’s good to shake people’s hands with relaxed hands which por trays confidence.This shows that one is tired or has low energy which could send signals of not being interested in the position. It is advisable for one to always sit upright with arms on the table and feet firmly positioned on the floor.Poor eye contact. This shows that one is not keenly following the proceedings of the interview.4. Inappropriately handling the telephone callWhere it’s not possible to convene a meeting, phone interviews come in handy. Here, all interview questions and answers are done over the phone. It is good to know that phone interviews are as important as the face-to-face ones, and preparing for the same is vital.evalHowever, some interviewees go wrong on in some of these areas:Being inaudible. This can severely cause a breakdown in the communication process. Voice projection should be well done so that the interviewer gets all the answers.Poor listening skills. For the phone interview to be successful, it is good to listen so as to provide the right answer s and to avoid asking the recruiter to repeat all the time.Failing to ask what will happen after the interview. This gives the candidate a view of the recruiter’s stand.5. Speaking ill of the previous employerevalRecruiters often ask candidates to describe previous employers in order to know what kind of employee a candidate is. Speaking negative of employers shows that one is not respectful and that they lack gratitude for their previous opportunities.It is always good to quote the zeal for growth as the reason for leaving previous organization, not bad employers.ConclusionInterviews are usually uncomfortable but one can try as much as possible to avoid the above mistakes. Adequate Preparation and a Positive Attitude goes a long way to impress recruiters. It is always a training ground for fresh job seekers which gives them a real picture of how serious the job market is. It is always important to brace up for the opportunity and confidently go for it.

Make That Change Essential Considerations For Your Job Search - CareerAlley

Make That Change Essential Considerations For Your Job Search - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. If youre unhappy in your job, you may think that its time for a change. Change can be a good thing. It brings new possibilities and fresh challenges, but theres no guarantee that youll walk out of one job into another that happens to be a perfect fit. If youre hunting for a new job, its important to find the right role for you. Here are some tips to help you make that change. Your priorities When youre looking for a new job, think about your priorities. What is the most important aspect of the search? Is it money? Is it location? Are you looking for something that offers you a better work-life balance? Are you keen to try something new? Think about what matters to you and how a new job could impact your life. Some types of work are much more appealing to some than others. Take the example of fifo families. Some people may relish the opportunity to take on short-term projects and spend time in a remote setting, but this life isnt for everyone. If you have a partner or children, youll have to weigh up the benefits of securing work, which could potentially be lucrative, with the disadvantage of spending time away from home. If theres a dream job on offer, but it pays a lot less than you earn now, would you be happier doing something you love or would you rather take home a bigger paycheck? These are questions that you have to answer before you start applying for positions o r accept any offers. Your interests and passions If your current job isnt quite right, this could be because it doesnt offer you the opportunity to do something you love. Think about how you could incorporate your interests and passions into your work. Would you love to volunteer with children or work with animals? Have you always wanted to do something more creative or are you considering trying to turn a hobby into a profitable business? We spend a lot of our lives working, so if you can find something that inspires you and makes you happy on a daily basis, this will have an incredibly positive impact on your day to day life. Your future Sometimes, you come across roles that seem like a good fit, but they dont offer you that stepping stone you need to get to where you want to be. Its always positive to think about the future and how the decisions you make now will impact you going forward. You could take an easy option, or you could look around for something that gives you that opportunity to progress and climb the ladder. Do you really want to be doing the same thing in a different office when you could be doing something to make your dream job a more achievable prospect? Are you unhappy or bored at work? If so, it may be time for a change. This time around, dont settle for something that isnt right. Consider whats important to you, weigh up your options, and think about the future as well as the present. We are always eager to hear from our readers. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or suggestions regarding CareerAlley content. Good luck in your search,Joey Google+

Expert Advice Be Less Responsible At Work

Expert Advice Be Less Responsible At Work Why would an expert suggest that being less responsible at work is a good idea? But that is exactly what Dorie Clark, a marketing strategist and professional speaker who teaches at Duke Universitys Fuqua School of Business says in the Ideas section of Time. Why You Should Be Less Responsible at Work  goes against some opinions about making yourself irreplaceable and takes a look at a larger perspective of your career path. Get The Right Things Done The main focus of Ms. Clarks advice is that in order to lead, you have to learn to prioritize what your responsibilities entail. That means figuring out the 20% of your to-do list that yields the 80% of your results. It also means learning to procrastinate strategically by doing something appealing instead of the job you are stuck on but making your procrastination activity something else on your list of things that need to get done. It also means learning to delegate. Delegation is not just passing off your work to somebody else. Delegation is a skill that successful CEOs do all the time as they build a team of people who take pride in their contributions. At the other end of the career path, there isnt much to delegate yet, but you can learn that sometimes saying NO to others is saying YES to yourself. Its far too easy to fill our agenda with tasks that look busy but dont actually give much reward. Its also too easy to take over all the little responsibilities that others neglect and neglect your own because you are busy doing too much. Learning how to prioritize effectively, to procrastinate strategically, and to delegate appropriately is good advice for all of us.