The pitfalls of job advertising

Accurate targeting of prospective employers is a far more effective way to conduct your job search

When you initially look at a job advertisement, do not be fooled into thinking that it is not for you or that you do not conform to the specifications contained within the advert. Most adverts are written to rule candidates out rather than in, as they target specific levels of experience and knowledge. Very often there is a sublime message within the advert based on financial recompense for this position without actually stating the figures attributable to the job.

It is a far easier for a recruiter to rule a candidate out based on specific criteria such as experience, qualification, and knowledge base rather than the more subjective criteria such as personal attributes or characteristics, strengths or personality. This is ironic considering that personality plays such a big part in the interview process itself. However at the initial screening, these factors that are considered. 

Do not rely on job adverts, recruitment agencies or head-hunters as your primary link to the job market. Get out and network. Take the initiative and make the calls to firms and organizations that have captured your attention and for whom you feel you would like to work.

Remember that accurate targeting of prospective employers is a far more effective way to conduct your job search and is not nearly as demoralizing as receiving rejection letters because you failed to meet as little as one of the criteria set out.

STRESS FREE EXAMINATION PREPARATION

Stress is a huge part of the college experience and it’s something every student has to deal with. This may come as a shock, but stress does not have to take over your life, no matter how many final examinations you have. You can still do well on your tests without wanting to die for an entire week following the given tips.

Avoid Stressful People

Stress actually is contagious. During exam week, resist the urge to have a study session with your super-tense friend, especially if she’s complaining about all the work she has to do and breaking pencils all over the place. Her stress will only add to your stress.

Eat Healthy and Exercise

This seems like a no-brainer, but it’s a wonder how many people forget it. Skip the sugar, which will make you crash, and go for snacks like granola bars, healthy cereal or fruits and veggies to keep your blood sugar stable. If you’re studying for a long period of time, eat some protein too. Also, try to get some form of exercise. Even a 10 minute walk will wave you calmer and more focused.

JUST SAY ‘NO’

You need to say no to those people who want to take up your time. There will probably be a friend who needs to talk to you for hours or a party the night before your final, and if you say ‘Yes’, you’ll probably be tempted to blow off studying. Resist the urge. Say no to the distractions.

Discover your true color with Dewey Color System

Let you favorite hues guide your career

In today’s challenging economy, you have more career opportunities than you might think. Dreams come true with niche-specific educational training or on-the-job experience. Looking for the perfect niche? Consider the scientifically valid Dewey Color System test that measures career satisfaction at record-breaking accuracy.

In order to take the test, you first have to choose the color you like most from green, Purple and orange. Remember your choices and see what your selected combination says about your career prospects. 

Yellow-Green: you have the ability to understand other’s viewpoints and diplomatically express your thoughts. You know how to make products, systems, and services best fit the environment. You make more money by seeking careers where you can assemble support structures or make living situations more comfortable. Consider niches as in landscape architecture or real estate sales, or consider a career as a counselor, designer or social worker.

Yellow-Purple: You prefer fast-growing companies with non-repetitive jobs and non-stop new tasks. Your ability to communicate with finesse breaks down barriers and opens profitable doors. You can make more money by developing and communicating strategies for project-orientated settings that involve constant change. Consider niches as a public relations representative, corporate communications manager, youth counselor or radio or TV announcer.

Yellow-Orange: You know about the newest available resources, pertinent facts, or innovative ways to solve workday pressures. Your open-minded yet analytical approach creates must-do activities and programs. You can make more money by inventing new ways to market your business, better utilizing resources and talents. Consider niches as a statistician, geologist, researcher, librarian or product developer.

Blue-Green: You are at your best when you can anchor others with supportive suggestions. Your personable listening skills make you a success with colleagues, customers or clients. You can make more money by seeking environments that give you the opportunity to manage people, information or workplace environments. Consider niches as a writer, actor, accountant, psychologist or departmental manager.

Blue-Purple: Use your big-picture thinking to develop new markets, new ideas and new businesses. You can see what is missing and know how to get things done. You can make more money by working in environments where you can organize, develop and bring situations, people or markets together. Consider niches in advertising and sales or as a public relations representative, trail lawyer or researcher scientist.

Blue-Orange: You are a natural both at developing new products or procedures and delegating tasks. You prefer a busy environment and pressure stimulates you. You can make more money in careers where you can gauge productivity, analyze efficiency, and oversee or implement change. Consider niches as an operations manager, civil engineer, builder or product salesperson.

Red-Green: You know how to best use resources to make money. Your practical guidance keeps others focused. You can make more money in positions where you decide how to best utilize resources or spend money. Consider niches as a securities manager, auditor, banker, teacher, property manager, nurse or surgeon.

Red-Purple: When others speak, you sort out the facts from the emotions and establish a step-by-step action plan. You know how to calm those around you and offer quick solutions. You can make more money by selecting work environments where you are in control of necessary resources and can offer win-win suggestions. Consider niches as a human resources manager, event planner, editor or executive assistant.

Red-Orange: You use facts compiled from past mistakes and successes to deliver strong opinions that are hard to refuse. You make more money in areas where you can sail your own ship by constantly examining what needs to be done and express your opinion. Consider niches as a budget analyst, computer support specialist, production manager, manufacturing manager or business owner.