One in Three Employees Are a Mistake

One in Three Employees Are a Mistake Sponsored by Hiring Hub, an award-winning UK-based tech company that helps businesses find and hire the best talent, faster. Recent research by online recruitment marketplace, Hiring Hub, has found that  nine out of ten UK businesses are making compromises when hiring, with one in  three candidates described as “less than ideal” for the role. For business owners, this is clearly a costly mistake, but Hiring Hub’s research  shows it’s happening almost as a matter of routine, which is having a dramatic  impact on business growth, productivity, and the UK economy as a whole. There are approximately 700,000 jobs waiting to be filled in the UK at present.  With an average of six candidates interviewed for a role, each for an hour, this  equates to 4.2 million hours spent interviewing candidates. But that’s just half  the story. The study also found that only 48% of the whole recruitment process is spent  actually getting to know the candidate in interviews. The other 52% is spent  managing recruitment agencies and vetting CVs. That’s a total of 8.7 million  hours. Or 362,500 days, each year. If one in three aren’t ideal, you are looking at 2.6 million wasted hours. With that in mind, it’s no surprise Britain is lagging well behind other advanced  economies when it comes to productivity and growth. But that doesn’t need to be  the case. Hiring Hub have identified 5 ways you can improve the outcome of your  recruitment process today, so you can avoid making a compromise and hiring  unsuitable candidates. Author: Simon launched Hiring Hub in 2011 with co-founder, Sara Jones, intent on making it easier for companies to find and recruit talent, faster.  It has raised £1m of growth capital, which has helped Hiring Hub develop into one of the most exciting and talked about technology companies in Britain; it was ranked #34 in the UK’s Top 100 Startups and was included in both the Future 50 and Accelerate 250.  In addition to Hiring Hub, Simon Chairs the Conservative Party’s Northwest Business Council and is an ambassador for the National Apprenticeship Scheme.

How to take care of your mental health and well-being at university

How to take care of your mental health and well-being at university If you have experienced any of the symptoms commonly associated with mental health issues, you are certainly not alone. 1 in 4  of us may experience this during our lifetime and it can be particularly acute for students, living independently for the first time without the emotional support of family and friends. What is mental health? The World Health Organisation describe mental health as a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community. For many of us, daily life is a struggle and for many students there is what probably feels like incredible pressure to succeed, defined by your degree classification and ultimately the status of your career. You do not have to accept that disrupted sleep, anxiety, periods of depression and stress are the price you must reluctantly pay to survive at university. There is advice and support available to help you address these issues. Well-being is becoming increasingly important Employers and the world of business have recognised how important well-being is in terms of developing and maintaining the health, job satisfaction and productivity of their staff. Employers across a variety of industries, both public and private now offer employee assistance programmes that offer confidential support services. If you are concerned how a period of depression for example, may impact on future job applications you may be pleasantly surprised how understanding and sensitive an employer may be.   It is your decision whether or not to tell an employer if you have experienced a mental health issue  If you are a Warwick finalist there is an opportunity to discuss your career planning and well-being  on  June 28th Empathy and understanding Societys reluctance to recognise or even discuss mental health is changing. There is an increasing acceptance that mental health issues should be treated with the same sympathy and understanding as a physical illness. Admitting that you have a problem that you may not be able to resolve on your own may feel extremely uncomfortable and challenging. But this should not be seen as a weakness or that you have failed in some way. All of us are susceptible to mental health issues and talking is an important first step to helping you move forward. It may be that speaking to a friend or family member initially may help to provide a different perspective and help you to understand what you are experiencing. Recognising the signs How do you know if you are experiencing mental health issues? It is an extremely complex condition and generalisations are unhelpful. But there may be an indication of an underlying issue if you are, for example, suffering from: Disturbed sleep patterns Anxiety to the extent that it prevents you functioning as you normally would Rapid weight gain or loss Feeling low, demotivated and sad for a prolonged period of time What should you do? Talk to someone. At The University of Warwick the Mental Health and Well-Being Team provide a variety of information and support services, including a  drop-in service . Where appropriate they may make referrals where a medical diagnosis or counselling, for example may be relevant. You could speak also your GP or your universitys counselling team Warwicks Counselling Service   has an excellent reputation with 96% of users in 2015/16 saying that they would recommend it. Alternatively there are a variety of on-line support services How counselling could help Counselling can help you to adopt a different perspective, to re-frame your thinking and perhaps challenge that negative inner voice that can be so damaging. There are a variety of approaches  all of which will develop a non-judgemental relationship between counsellor and client, founded on trust and empathy. As difficult as it may feel to talk about or even acknowledge the feelings you are experiencing, remember that mental health issues are extremely common. They can affect any of us at any point in our lives so however challenging it feels, take that first step to seek help. You could start to feel so much better.

[INFOGRAPHIC] College Is Worth It - Career Geek

[INFOGRAPHIC] College Is Worth It - Career Geek Ah, my favourite subject! Is College worth it? Or in British terms, is a university worth it? I know some will strongly argue YES. Some might even point out that Career Geek Blog writes for students and graduates, so a post questioning if college is worth it is two-faced. I think it isnt, because personally, Ive never really been able to agree that a college is worth it. I have never been able to make myself say, my university education was/is worth it. My argument has always been very simple, I couldnt afford university without taking on a large debt. I like education and want to spread it to every corner of the world. But do I really require a piece of paper to show the world that Faizan Patankar is educated? Anyway, keeping my argument aside, here is an infographic produced by Degree Jungle in which they pull some statistics together to show if attending college is worth it. I will let you readers decide if a college is worth it. Some really big numbers in the infographic! Infographic by DegreeJungle Related Infographics Millennials: Who are they? [INFOGRAPHIC] Working Abroad Where People Move and Why [INFOGRAPHIC] Infographic: The Perfect Social Media Resume Infographic: Top 10 Funny Resume Mistakes Infographic Job Board and How We Use Them 0

Quitting Your Job Heres What to Say - Classy Career Girl

Quitting Your Job Heres What to Say Leaving your day job doesnt have to be stressful. Its crucial to take your time while sharing the news and keep your emotions out of the discussions. Figuring out how to quit can be worrisome, though, especially if you have known your co-workers for a long time. The worst is when you feel bad and want to continue the  relationship. How to Quit Your Job Guide: Here are my best tips to make the departure as smooth as possible. 1. Never be negative. You never know when you might need someone’s help in the future. Who knows, they could be future clients or bosses! 2. People will be jealous. They won’t all be happy for you. They are stuck in a job and want to get out, too, and you are probably leaving them with a lot of work. Be sensitive to that. 3. If possible, have a how-to manual set up that can teach someone how to get up to speed doing your job quickly. Also, offer to train your replacement before you leave. 4. Two weeks notification is all that is required. You don’t need to extend it. Set a firm date for your last date. Don’t put it in your employer’s hands. Be firm. You are in control here. (It’s your life remember!) 5. Not everyone will stay in touch. I recommend letting things settle and reaching out a  few months later  and asking close co-workers to lunch. [RELATED: How to transition to a new industry] How to Handle the Conversation Don’t feel guilty or like you need to explain yourself.  It’s not personal; it’s business. No matter how irreplaceable you think you areâ€"your boss will find a new “you” to fill your role. Prepare. But to take it a step further, write down (and practice!) a few talking points to start the conversation. Make sure you say thank you, but keep it short and sweet. Be honest, but say that it was a decision you had to make for yourself, not because of any negative reason. Act excited and unapologetic. Silence is also golden. Wait for your boss to talk or ask for more. Here are some things you can say: “I have recognized the need to move on with my career and have found a good next step.” “I have an opportunity to move into … I hope our paths cross again. “Thank you for the opportunities you have provided to me over the last 8 years.” Did you quit your job? Let us know how it goes in the comments below?

How to Write a Resume For a Virtual Reality Job

How to Write a Resume For a Virtual Reality JobWriting a resume for a virtual reality position can be a little confusing, but it really is not that hard. The most important thing to remember is to always start with your qualifications, not the job itself.If you're applying for a virtual reality job and you get a lot of applications, the first thing you should do is read through them all. Make sure to write down all the qualifications and skills you've had in the past. After you have done this, take note of any programs you may have participated in that match up with what they are looking for.Next, you will want to write your resume for a virtual reality job in chronological order. The best way to do this is to organize your experience by level. First, you can move to the highest level of a particular field or occupation and then move to the next higher level.When you are writing a resume for a virtual reality job, be sure to mention anything and everything that may relate to your int erest. If you have been involved in several education related projects, this is a great place to write that on your resume.Once you have listed your major areas of interest, be sure to list any volunteer work that may have taken place in the past. If you worked with a local charity organization, mention that on your resume as well. Be sure to include as much of your education that you can remember from past jobs, but be sure to also show how many years you have been working and what companies you worked for.While writing a resume for a virtual reality job, it is very important to list as much of your education as possible. Showing everything that you have learned in high school, your college courses, and your experience working with specific businesses is always a great way to show your experience. If you were involved in one of the more unusual classes or applied for a position that was not listed on your resume, you can always mention that as well.In writing a resume for a virtual reality position, it is very important to write as much as you can about your interests, but remember to include some of your previous jobs. You can always include your technical skills as well as your abilities in terms of being able to work independently or as part of a team.By following these tips, you will be able to write a resume for a virtual reality job without much trouble. Just be sure to include as much experience as possible and make sure to list all of your past jobs.

Client feedback - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Client feedback - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog I did two workshops in Belgium last week for a repeat client. Their feedback was simply this: You are second to none. Thank you so much once again. We also just calculated the average client rating for our last 300 speeches and workshops and its 9.6/10. Thats just awesome. UPDATE: Just got some more feedback from the same client: We had 2 REALLY GREAT days with Alexander. The response has been huge! The HR department is the most popular department for the moment Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related Client feedback - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Just got this feedback from a client: Your speech at the Lebanon HR Summit 2017 was of tremendous added value and scored as number one by the audience and the attending speakers! Woohoo! Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related

LinkedIn Features You Dont Want to Overlook

LinkedIn Features You Dont Want to Overlook LinkedIn is the number one professional network, however, that doesnt mean everyone uses it or knows about the neat things it can do. These are features you should know about. How many of you have a LinkedIn profile that just sort of sits there? You filled in some of it and maybe even connected with a few people but other than that, nothing. Make Your Profile Public Allow your profile to be public and searchable. Go to your privacy settings and make sure that anyone can see your information inside and outside of LinkedIn. Like, Comment and Share The best way to stay top of mind with your network is to share articles or updates on LinkedIn so that your profile shows up in your networks newsfeed when they do log in. In order to do this, share a status update regularly (I suggest daily). It isnt hard to do. It takes less than 5 minutes. Liking is ok. When you like a persons status update, they will be notified, but youre likes reach is limited. Commenting on someones status update engages the person and draws you into a conversation with other people commenting on that post. Its a good way to meet new people. To learn more about creating status updates, see this post: How-To: 4 Ways to Update Your LinkedIn Status   Endorse and Recommend Others You can endorse people in your network for their skills and expertise. The verdict is still out by many LinkedIn gurus on this feature’s usefulness, but you should know about it! In my opinion, endorse people thoughtfully and purposefully.   In other words, dont go on an endorsing rampage. Endorse people you sincerely believe have the skills you are endorsing. And in a perfect world, I would take this one step furtheronly endorse the skills you have seen in action! If you prefer, you can recommend people in your network for their performance using recommendations. When you write a recommendation (either solicited or unsolicited), it shows your support for their work as well as demonstrates your abilities as a leader. Connect With People People define their LinkedIn connections differently. LIONs (LinkedIn Open Networkers) connect with anyone. At the other end of the spectrum are LinkedIn users who only connect with people they know well. And then there are those who fall in between. Your connections on LinkedIn should represent your real-life network. Grow your connections by inviting people you know first. When you reach out to people you would like to know, personalize the invitations you send and provide a reason for them to want to connect with you. Be aware of whom youre connected to on LinkedIn. For example, if youre thinking of changing jobs and are connected to your manager and current work colleagues, be aware that they can see your activities and updates. If you dont change your privacy settings, each time you make changes to your LinkedIn profile, these activity updates are visible to your network. Keep In Touch We move around from job to job more often today. LinkedIn makes it much easier to find past colleagues and stay in touch. Make sure you have listed each of your previous employers so that you can connect with past colleagues on LinkedIn. LinkedIn is a multifaceted tool; one that provides you the opportunity to create awareness of your personal brand, keeps you connected, and helps you stay up-to-date on current trends. Rethink how you use it or expand how you are using it. Think about its long-term value to you and your career. Keep building your network and for the best results, make it mutually beneficial.