How to Read Respond to Job Descriptions

How to Read Respond to Job Descriptions As you look through job listings, you’ll start to see the same format popping up again and again. If you’re just starting your search for your first job, you may be unsure about how to use the information in these job descriptions. To help you out, here are some tips for reading and responding to job descriptions. Pay attention to the preferred and required qualifications The job qualifications list is one of the most important parts of the job description. This list may include: Education level Work experience Required licenses or certificates Required skills This list will typically be broken up into preferred and required qualifications. The most important qualifications will often be listed first, so if you meet those qualifications, be sure to emphasize them in your cover letter. If you have a qualification that’s similar to one the employer listed, also try to mention it in your resume or cover letter. Read through the job duties Employers will also often include a list of duties required for the job. These duties can vary wildly from job-to-job, even if the job titles are the same. Similar to the qualifications, the job duties are often listed in order from most important to least important. As you read through the job duties, make a list of the one you’ve done in your previous jobs. Then, include some of what you listed in your cover letter. Check for questions or keywords Sometimes, employers will ask candidates to answer a question or use a certain keyword in their application to make sure that they thoroughly read through the job description. This question may be something simple, or it might be an important part of the application. Before you move away from the job description and start writing your cover letter, be sure to double check all the requirements in the description. Use the description in your cover letter Employers want to know that you carefully read the description and understand what the job entails. One way to show this is to use the description in your cover letter. Put some of the description into your own words, and say how your skills match what’s being described. For example, if one of the job duties is managing meetings, you could discuss a particularly successful meeting you organized at your previous job. Or, if you’re just coming out of college and don’t have professional experience yet, you could discuss club meetings you’ve held, or class discussions you’ve led. When you use the description in your cover letter, you’ll show the company that you spent time thinking about their job listing, and that you understand how your unique skillset will fit into the company. Know the lingo When you’re looking at job descriptions, you may notice certain buzz words and phrases popping up again and again, like “must be a self-starter” or “opportunities for growth.” These phrases may seem standard, but they may not mean what you think. To parody what employers actually expect, GetVoIP created this visual on what descriptions actually mean. When you’re reading through job descriptions, be sure to look out for common phrases, and carefully read through the job qualifications and duties before deciding if you want to apply for the job. Doing this helps ensure that you’re applying for jobs that will be a great fit for you. About the author: Reuben Yonatan is the founder of GetVoIP, a leading VoIP provider comparison resource. As an entrepreneur and tech enthusiast, Reubens expertise is in helping small to mid-size business owners build, maintain, and scale their communication infrastructure.

8 Super Networking Tips That Stand the Test of Time - Classy Career Girl

8 Super Networking Tips That Stand the Test of Time Did you know, 80% of all jobs are found through networking? To be part of the 80%, incorporate these networking tips for the next three weeks into your networking efforts. To begin, conquer  your fear and gain confidence first by researching and planning before the  event. 8 Super Networking Tips That Stand the Test of Time 1. Research Get to know the networking venue and layout, who will be attending and speaking, what the dress code is, etc. 2. Plan Your Attire For conversation starters, accessorize. Women can wear a pin, scarf or professional yet stylish shoes. 3. Determine and Write Down Goals Is your goal to meet three new people at this networking event or to better understand the purpose of the organization? For some, using a note card helps to have notes handy, such as names of people, photo of those you’d like to meet, their interests, a thought you had after reading one of your target’s recent blog posts, along with names of people you think your target contact would enjoy meeting. 4. Eat Prior This  prevents you from overindulging and your stomach making its own introduction. 5. Invest in a Business Card Case This  allows you to organize both your own  business cards and those you receive at the event. Many professionals have more than one business card. For example, I have one from Marian University and one for my own business. 6. Think of Conversation Starters To decrease your  nerves, review current sporting events or upcoming local events. A safe option is to ask, “What brings you to this event?” Make the conversation about the person to whom you are speaking. 7. Finesse Your Elevator Pitch Master what makes you special, including metrics, in 20 seconds or less. Practice with a trusted friend or colleague. You can also practice while driving in your car on your way to work or during errands. 8. Update Social Media Accounts Ensure only positive items are highlighted on social media. Make sure you post up-to-date pictures and career news, etc.   Always think to yourself, “Would my grandmother be proud of…?” By doing advanced research and planning, you will gain the self-confidence needed to mingle with anyone at any networking occasion; and you are now on your way to being a part of the 80%! What did you think of these networking tips? Any we missed?

10 Beautifully Simple Type Driven Web Design Ideas - Algrim.co

10 Beautifully Simple Type Driven Web Design Ideas - Algrim.co Saint Kate Using Apercu and Proxima Nova and Futura, this beautiful site utilizes type like no other. Some amazing margin and simple contrast makes this stand out. Pantheon Wonderful use of color and type in a way that’s quite distinctive, hard to replicate but timeless. Domaine Text and Founders Grotesk makes this site look amazing. Godspeed Illustrations really make this standout. The use of plays an important role in helping to provide good branding along with the illustrations. Linotype Brewery makes this site really amazing. Great Apes Have to love it when web designers break the grid. This is a wonderful use of variable margins as well as type to make something distinctive. Definitely an inspirational web site. Type behind this one is GTC Super and ITC Pioneer. Elim Chan When you think about it, the web is a series of blocks. Why not simplify your display of the web design in a block way. Have to love it when its this clear. Canela and Muli are the serif fonts that drive this. Mod&Dot Bold type and color are always the staples behind minimalist web design. This is a great looking site. Simple calls to action and you have something special. Uber Redesign Vertical scrolling at one point used to be something we thought users didn’t do. We had “the fold” in web design. But with the introduction of the iOS device, vertical scrolling became more heavily adopted. This allowed storytelling with vertical scrolling to exist easily. Uber Move, its own typeface, drives this inspiring web design. Fragment Beautiful use of high contrast colors along with some muted color palettes. Nothing much more to say other than, make sure you write something really profound in this web design and the user should prioritize reading it. Plantin and Futura drive this design. Porter & Pals Who doesn’t love their dogs? This amazing piece of web design utilizes type and animation design to make something extremely branded and fun to browse. One of my favorite fonts, Windsor, is used in this great minimalist commerce site design. Listen To America Once again vertical scrolling, unique grid design, margin and padding play a role in making this web design unique. From all of this the ability to skip some animation and interaction design becomes available. GT America font drives this web design.

Bird Cage Veils Are Soo Last Season-Get This Seasons Bridal Fashion Trends

Bird Cage Veils Are Soo Last Season-Get This Seasons Bridal Fashion Trends Just like fashion trends come and go with our day to day wardrobes, the wedding season also has trends that come and go.   Take the bird cage veils; they were on every bride last year, this year it’s all about making a statement in other aspects of your bridal attire.   We have this years bridal trends for your walk down the aisle. Bridal Trend -The Back of the Dress We have seen such an emphasis this season with making a statement with intricate lace work and beading on the back of dresses.   You can also make a statement with a simple backless dress or one with crisscrossed straps. Bridal Trend- The Statement Necklace Ladies, break out your favorite statement necklace because this is the “it” factor for the modern brides. Brides are steering away from the traditional jewelry that we are used to seeing and stepping out in a big way with personality.   I must say, you need to make sure you are not overdoing your bridal style by accompanying a statement necklace with a dramatic dress.   These necklaces are best paired with a simple dress, with no other accessories. Bridal Trend- Belts Sashes As much as you may think wearing a belt or a sash with embellishments is too much, it soo isn’t.   It is such a huge trend right now.   With so many options from doing an accent color to a decked out rhinestone belt, it is the perfect touch.   Most boutiques that you visit will have many different samples and can custom order the perfect accent piece for your dress. Remember when browsing for you bridal attire, stick to things that are current and trending.  You can be a classic bride that is simple with traditional touches without looking like you got married a decade ago. Contact Visions for a personalized consultation on your head to toe bridal style.