Understanding the Impact of Diversity in Your Organization

Understanding the Impact of Diversity in Your Organization In this weeks episode, we’re going to chat about Diversity Inclusion, a hugely important topic, and how it impacts your organization’s employer brand. Tayo Rockson is the CEO of UYD Management, a strategic leadership and consulting firm that helps corporations improve their bottom line by incorporating diversity, inclusion, and social justice strategies. The company helps leaders, organizations, and communities focus on the issues that matter most â€" locally, globally, and financially. Have a listen to the interview below, keep reading for a summary and be sure to subscribe to the  Employer Branding Podcast. Listen on  Apple Podcasts,  Stitcher Radio,  Google Play  or  SoundCloud. In this episode youll learn: Who Tayo Rockson is and what a Culture Translator is. What the benefits are of a diverse workplace are to your business. How to combat unconscious  bias in the recruitment process. How to improve misconceptions about inclusion in the workplace by educating and communicating. How CEOs can play a part in cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment. Why its important you measure your diversity initiatives. What Tayos top tips to improve diversity and inclusion for employer branding managers are. Whether or not the will be a point down the line where companies will no longer be talking about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Connect with Tayo on LinkedIn.

Friday smorgasbord Moralists, ethicists and philosophers

Friday smorgasbord Moralists, ethicists and philosophers 1. MBAs are the biggest cheaters. More than half of MBA students said they cheated in the last year, according to a survey by the Academy of Management Learning and Education. I started to blog about how people need to change admissions procedures which not only favor cheats but also candidates who hire admissions consultants. But then I read that almost 50% of all graduate students cheat. Not sure what to make of this except that the same problem that makes grad students cheat no ability to separate themselves from their grades is the thing that makes businesspeople cheat so wrapped up in their work that they are willing to sacrifice their morality. So what should you do? Get a life outside of work, outside of school. That way when things go bad, you can remember that you have a life that is separate from what is going bad and you wont feel compelled to cheat to fix it. 2. Ethical leadership means getting enough sleep. I have written before about the importance of getting enough sleep. But Charles Czeisler takes the sleep discussion to a new level in this months Harvard Business Review (subscription): We now know that 24 hours without sleep for a week or sleeping four or five hours a night induces an impairment equivalent to a blood alcohol level of .1%. We would never say, This person is a great worker! Hes drunk all the time! yet we continue to celebrate people who sacrifice sleep for work. He says this sort of behavior puts employees and companies at risk and companies should create strict guidelines for acceptable sleep behavior that function similarly to substance abuse guidelines. What should you do? Face the fact that for most of us, lack of sleep is due to lack of prioritizing, and get better at time management. 3. Cosmo isnt the only place for fun quizzes If you want a quiz about your sex life (or lack thereof) check out Cosmo. But for issues that are (hopefully) more career related, check out the philosophical health quiz. Why do you need to be a solid philosopher to have a solid career? Because knowing yourself is an integral part of figuring out what you want to do. And if your world view is bungled, then your view of yourself is probably bungled as well. What should you do? Take the test.

Virgin Medias Secrets to a Great Candidate Experience

Virgin Medias Secrets to a Great Candidate Experience According to Virgin Medias Employer Branding guru Neil Chivers, delivering a great candidate experience starts with thinking about the end user  and whats going through their thought process when theyre applying for a role. And even actually trying to understand what motivates them to apply for a job. Is it the brand? Is it working for a Virgin brand? Or is it actually about the job that theyre doing and actually the projects that theyre going to get involved with? He believes in taking an individual approach to the candidate experience identifying individual people and opportunities that suit them, that will grow with them. He admits its a difficult task Virgin hires about 3,000 people a year! Trying to tailor that experience  is a huge task, but one thats totally worth it. You can listen to my interview with him below, or read on for a summary of our conversation. Building a great candidate experience I think from my perspective, if I did have that step by step guide, Id be a multi-billionaire and be selling lots of books around the world. But the way I approach things is kind of always thinking about the candidate. We should be putting their needs first. Yes, ultimately were here for jobs and to help our business. But actually, sometimes we dont help ourselves because we dont give the candidates every opportunity that they can be, to be the best that they can be. So always put them first. And I think from the inside out, so think about, as a business, where are we trying to go and what are we trying to achieve? Quite often, when we get hiring managers that come to us saying, I need to recruit for this person. Well, just because somebodys left and you need to replace them doesnt necessarily mean that you should just recruit a like replacement. Actually, its an opportunity to think about the future of the business. Quite often, we are encouraging our stakeholders internally to think about future-proofing our business and actually thinking about whats right for the business, not just today, but in years to come. And another key thing, I think, its just being authentic and being genuine. So one of the things that we have a big challenge with is the sheer volume of applications that we get. And partly because people see the Virgin brand and think, Well, Virgin Media. I know them. Im very familiar with them as an organization. They may be a customer or they may know somebody else that is. And their perception of who we are might not actually match up to the reality. I think as a business, I would encourage any employers out there to just be quite genuine and authentic in the message they put across. And actually, the reality is, youre going to be expected to do some things in your job that actually a lot of candidates wont want to do or cant see themselves doing. Dont be afraid to include that because were looking at the amount of people that are applying for our jobs. And to be quite honest, in some areas, the amount of applications we get just is too high and we want to give people real expectation of what its like to work here. So by being genuine and authentic, I think thats one way of dealing with that. Whats your tech stack for  employer branding and recruiting? Theres quite a few different platforms. Some of the big ones, Avanade is our ATS. We moved to Avanade at the end of 2016, that enables us to source candidates. Its got all of our jobs on. We can sample from it. We can obviously put in analytics to look at source of hire, which is significantly going to help us in terms of identifying where the best talent comes from. In addition to that, we have relationships with LaunchPad that we use for video interviewing. Probably something that well explore a lot more in 2017, actually, how we can get the best out of that, ensuring that the experience that somebody gets using LaunchPad is just as we would expect it to be with them engaging with us on our career site. So changing the look and feel of it so that actually they get a Virgin Media experience, even though theyre using a third-party provider. We have Meet and Engage for our volume recruitment which enables candidates to have live web chats with recruiters. Yocto our partner is there. And weve got a lot of tools at our disposal that we have internally that were trying to leverage those relationships that weve got with our digital team and marketing team. One of them being an employee advocacy platform called Dynamic Signal, which I know a lot of businesses will use to distribute and share content from their employees to their wider networks. And were actually using that to ensure that all employees have access to our Twitter handle and our LinkedIn profiles, so that they can share content and updates that are more career specific and career relevant. And were starting to see some great results from that and we continue to do so into 2017. Follow Neil on Twitter @Chivoir and be sure to subscribe to the Employer Branding Podcast.

7 Tips For Increasing Your Writing Productivity - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

7 Tips For Increasing Your Writing Productivity - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Content is the currency of content marketing for personal branding, but productivityi.e., your ability to write as efficiently as possibleis the lever that can speed your journey to personal branding success. Whether youre writing articles, blog posts, resumes, books, or ebooks, to build your personal brand, the fundamentals of writing productivity remain the same. Use the 7 tips to leverage your time and the value of your ideas to speed your journey to personal branding success. And, use them frequently; the more you use the 7 writing tips that follow, the more powerful theyll become, creating lasting habits of writing and branding success. Create your own challenges. Start by creating your own writing challenges. Identify the number of articles or blog posts you want to publish each week, or give yourself a deadline for publishing your book or ebook. Challenges and deadlines motivate you to take action. Sharing your writing challenges with others provides even more motivation. Schedule your writing. The difference between published writers and unpublished authors is often as simple as scheduling appointments to write your book.   Schedule at least a half an hour each day, with a specific starting and stopping time. A written schedule is the difference between intention, commitment, and writing success. Use a Google Calendar to schedule your writing sessions, sharing your calendar with co-workers and family. Take frequent breaks. Several participants emphasized the importance of taking frequent breaks while writing. Avoid the temptation to write too much at one time. Short, frequent, writing sessions are more productive. Options include writing for 60-90 minutes, then taking a short 15-20 minute walk. Others recommend exploring the   Pomodoro Technique website. Close your eyes to distraction. One of the biggest advantages of scheduling short-frequent writing sessions is that you can share your calendar with your co-workers and friends, asking them to avoid bothering you during your writing sessions unless absolutely necessary. The Pomodoro Technique, above, contains tactful hints for dealing with chronic interrupters. Model the best. Why re-invent the wheel, when its faster and easier to study what has worked for others? The goal is not to copy what theyve done, but to adapt their proven techniques to your own goals and resources. If youre writing a book to build your personal brand, analyze the contents and organization of the bestselling books in your field, study the online and social marketing techniques of their authors and analyze the products, services, and speaking topics their authors offer.   For more ideas, see 7 Tips For Modeling Your 2012 Personal Branding Success. Create a style guide. Save time, and improve the quality of your writing, by preparing a written style guide.   Use the style guide to eliminate the need for simple decisions like Which words I capitalize in an article or blog post title? You can also improve your writing productivity by preparing a checklist of things to look for when reviewing your own writing. Everyone tends to make the same mistakes over and over again; a checklist will remind you what to look for when self-editing your work prior to publication. Track your success. Although its impossible to predict the success of individual articles, blog posts, or ideas in advance, its relatively easy to track the success of your personal brand building efforts. All you need to track the results of your efforts is a tool, such as a spreadsheet, and a way of measuring response to each article or blog post. Measuring options include comments, Tweets, list-sign-ups, sales, or website traffic. After a short time, youll have the facts you need to identify the topics your readers, prospects, and clients are most interested in. Author: Roger C. Parker is an author, book coach, designer, consultant who works with authors, marketers, business professionals to achieve success with brand-building books practical marketing strategy. He helps create successful marketing materials that look great get results, and can turn any complex marketing or writing task into baby steps. Visit his blog to learn more or ask a question.

Resume Writing Tips - Tips For Writing A Core Qualificatio

Resume Writing Tips - Tips For Writing A Core QualificatioThere are several resume writing tips you can employ to your advantage. The more you know about the subject matter of a resume, the easier it will be for you to write one that is more appropriate for your eventual career goals. If you do not have much experience in writing resumes, consider hiring a professional writer or looking online for advice on how to improve the resume that you have.There are several areas where you can begin with your resume: including your objective and your passion, as well as your skills and accomplishments that make you the right person for the job. You should remember that your resume is only part of your search for a new job. Once you get a look at the contents of the resume, make sure that you get help from a professional resume writer who knows how to explain your qualifications.Core Qualificatio is an important component of your resume. This is the part that will put you above other applicants when reviewing it. In fact, if your core qualification is not properly written, your resume will be thrown in the trash.Your core qualificatio should outline exactly what position you are applying for, your education and training, and certifications, the length of time you have been employed, and any special skills that will make you the best choice for the job. Remember that your core qualificatio should be concise, and will also present you in a positive light as an applicant.Remember to include the correct address for your post office box. Also ensure that the contact information is correct. Next, list any different jobs you may have held within your field.Another important element is to state that you are eager to meet with your potential employer. Do not forget to state this in your resume.A core qualificatio can be used to answer a number of questions that the potential employer may ask. For example, your core qualificatio will explain why you are interested in the position, how long you have worked there, what you have done in your work experience, etc.Take some time to determine how your core qualificatio should be written. Make sure that you understand how to address your points and what words you should use to show that you are knowledgeable about the job in question. Keep in mind that your resume is only the first step in the job search; your subsequent steps will involve actually finding a new job.

How to Make a Confident Move from Campus To Career - CareerAlley

How to Make a Confident Move from Campus To Career - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. With the summer break well and truly behind us, for the majority of college leavers thoughts turn to whats next in their fledgling careers, which can be a particularly scary prospect for many due to the troubled economy and lack of graduate jobs. To help you on your way from campus to career, we have compiled five top tips to ensure the move is smooth and ultimately a confident one Take Everything with You Every skill you have mastered during your college years is valuable in the workplace, from taking lecture notes precisely to in-depth analysis and research. Even how you wrote the personal statement for your college application can be adapted and used to help you bag your dream graduate job. After all many personal statement examples are very similar to the all-important cover letter used to accompany your resume when applying for a job. Like cover letters, personal statements allow admin teams to see your prospects on paper and everything from achievements inside and outside of the classroom to hobbies, interests and future goals should be covered. Exercise Workplace Etiquette When it comes to an interview or trial period, each candidate should be aware of what behaviour is acceptable in the workplace. Punctuality is the key to professionalism and also dressing the part can help secure that second interview or internship. Employers want to see that prospective employees can fit into the culture of their business so do your research and be prepared both mentally and physically. Stay Positive In todays economy, many candidates have to face a number of interviews and trial periods before they manage to land their dream job but it is important to stay positive even in the face of rejection. For every interview show you are enthusiastic about that job and that job alone, and demonstrate the can do attitude that is always sought after. Balance this positivity with serious intent and passion for your chosen career path, and you are onto a winning formula for a successful transition from campus to career! Confidence is Key There is often a fine line between being confident and just being plain cocky but it is important to strike the right balance and show off your skills and qualities from the earliest interview stages in order to get noticed. Its not just your achievements that you should show off confidently, using confident body language is also important; greet employers with a firm handshake, keep your posture straight and always make eye contact. Make an Impression Nowadays simply turning up to an interview or an internship is not enough to bag you that job, there will be hundreds of applicants all striving for the same position so it is important to do your best to stand out. Dont be afraid to get your hands dirty and go the extra mile for a client or customer, do your own research into company operations and find a solution to a problem, and stay curious to really get to know your potential workplace. By being flexible and committed in your approach you can make all the right steps to a long and prosperous career in your chosen field. This article was written by the Personal Statement Service, they assist students of all ages with the advice they need to succeed with personal statement writing guidance and personal statement examples. This is a Guest post. If you would like to submit a guest post to CareerAlley, please follow these guest post guidelines. Good luck in your search. Joey Trebif

Finding a Job During the Holidays - CareerAlley

Finding a Job During the Holidays - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude. Thomas Jefferson Author Byline: Christina Diane Archer is a recruiter, expert resume writer and published author. Author Website: http://icareersearch.wordpress.com Hiring may slow down during the holiday season, but smart candidates dont stop their search. Thanksgiving 2010 has already passed us by. Were plagued with negative news of a poor economy. If your own employment situation hasnt been personally affected by the nations jobless recovery, you certainly know people close to you who have been touched by the issue. But enough of the bad news! You are looking for a new job, and there are companies who are hiring. What is the best way to manage a successful job search during the holidays? How can you make the most effective use of your time, to improve your chances of getting hired? Here are the top three tips for a successful job search during the Christmas season: Always tailor your resume for the position you are applying. For example, your background is retail management, and you are applying for management positions in hospitality and financial services. There is no one size fits all resume that will articulate your value for every job and industry. You must customize your resume to illustrate how your previous experience can be applied to the new field. (Candidates who implement this tip get fast results.) Be diligent in your search efforts make finding a job your full-time gig, until you accept an offer. Many job seekers take a look at the job boards, or classifieds, dont find any opportunities that match what theyre looking for, and quit looking for the day. If thats your approach, you will fail. The job market is competitive. You have to bring your A game. Stop being a victim of the recession, and take control. If youre unemployed now, you should be spending at least 2 4 hours per day, Monday through Saturday, searching for possible positions. Research local companies to find out if they hire individuals with your expertise. If youre just getting started, and looking for an entry-level job, focus on those companies that have regular turn-over. Leverage the social networks to speak with hiring managers and employees of companies in your area to get leads and referrals. Finding a job around the holidays is competitive, so be in it to win it. Physically walk in to the companies who have jobs. The internet is a wonderful tool for companies to screen prospective employees. Unfortunately, you are judged exclusively on virtual paper. Take your job search to the next level, and see the results. Walk in to the company you wish to apply with. Yes, they may tell you can only submit your resume/application through their website. No problem. Ask whomever you speak with for the name of the hiring manager, so you can follow up with them. They may or may not tell you but if you dont ask, theyll NEVER tell you. If youre speaking with a receptionist, ask him or her how they like working there. Get information you can use to help you get a job with this company. Going through the holiday season without a job prospect can be tough. Are you doing everything you can to secure your next opportunity? Get assertive. Dont be afraid to talk to people. Leverage social networks, and the people you know to help get your foot in the door. Good luck with your job search and Merry Christmas! Article courtesy of the Recruiting Blogswap, a content exchange service sponsored by CollegeRecruiter.com, a leading site for college students looking for internships and recent graduates searching for entry level jobs and other career opportunities.Visit me on Facebook What's next? Ready to take action? Choose the right tools to help you build your career. Looking for related topics? Find out how to identify and land your dream job. Subscribe and make meaningful progress on your career. It’s about time you focused on your career. Get Educated Contact Us Advertise Copyright 2020 CareerAlley. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy + Disclosure home popular resources subscribe search