Scents That Will Help Boost Productivity

Scents That Will Help Boost Productivity Many people don’t realize what a powerful tool aromatherapy can be. Scents are tied directly to the part of the brain that is linked to memory and emotion, so scents can influence both. This can work very well in the business world, influencing employees to work harder, retain more information or stay alert. In fact, studies show that certain scents can affect memory, concentration, sustained attention and cognitive function. FragranceX took a look at the scents most likely to boost productivity. For example, the scent of rosemary has a positive effect on memory and increases alertness. The scent of vetiver caused improved brain patterns in one study. What better way to influence the mood and output of your team? We all know that coffee can increase alertness, but did you know that the smell of it can have a similar impact? One study points that just the scent alone can help people perform better on analytical reasoning tasks. One scent that is particularly good for office workers is lemon. In one study, the scent caused participants to make 54 percent fewer errors when they were typing. It’s fascinating how a certain scent can have such a profound impact on something so unrelated, but it’s been proven by science! The scent of jasmine has been shown to stimulate the nervous system, re-energizing those who take a whiff. Could you imagine what pumping the sent of jasmine into the break room might accomplish? Another scent that is great for the office is citrus. Its bright aroma helps keep people alert and shortens response time. A diffuser of citrus sitting on your desk could help keep you or your employees engaged throughout the day. Another great way to administer this would be a lightroom spray! Cinnamon, a scent that is often associated with cooking, can actually be a wonderful addition to the workplace. Research has shown that the scent of cinnamon can boost performance, especially on tasks that require heightened attention. On top of that, it’s been shown to increase memory! Peppermint has a similarly culinary association and most people know that a quick whiff can be incredibly energizing. However, most people don’t realize that the scent can increase the accuracy of memory and help keep people alert. A scent that can help you fight fatigue, at the office or at home, is ginger. Ginger tea can be made to not only offer a great smelling remedy, but the tea is quite healthy as well. It’s been shown to have mild painkiller properties, so it can be perfect for someone who needs to power through a deadline or who might have a headache from staring at the screen for too long. One scent many people don’t consider is the scent of fresh pine. Walking through a forest can have tons of positive impacts on the body, but smelling the artificial scent can have a similar effect. It’s been shown to reduce stress and have a somewhat antidepressant quality. If you or someone you work with seems like they have been more stressed than usual, adding a diffuser of pine to their workspace could be beneficial. Lemongrass, used in many popular spa-like scents, can also be a great addition to the workplace. It not only smells amazing but has been shown to help ease anxiety and reduce stress. Depending on which scent you prefer, either lemongrass or pine can have similar effects. Studies show that reduced stress leads to better morale and even improved output from employees, so a natural, low-cost solution like scent could be just what you need. Simply diffuse the scent or find a room spray that features the scent prominently. One last scent that works for productivity is lavender. You may be surprised at this one because lavender is typically known to have a sedative effect. However, this particular scent should be used after work. Studies have shown that lavender improves concentration by recharging the brain when it’s time to rest. What better way to prepare yourself for a productive workday than getting the proper rest and relaxation. Aromatherapy might be one of the more non-traditional ways to boost productivity, but it can work wonders. As we mentioned before, it’s low cost, readily available and effective. Try one or more of these scents in your workspace and see what happens! Take a look at this infographic for a quick guide. About the author:  Shannen Murphy is a writer, blogger, and filmmaker aiming to change the world through genre storytelling. She writes, shoots, edits, and posts product videos for perfumes and colognes featured onFragranceX.com.

Work Clothes What To Wear To Work This Summer

Work Clothes What To Wear To Work This Summer I announced in yesterdays post  that I was featured in People StyleWatch magazine this month with my tips on what to wear to work this summer! But, since I have a lot more advice that wasn’t featured, I will be sharing it with you here today on the blog instead! Lucky you! Work Clothes: What To Wear To Work This Summer What is an outfit idea for professional work  environments?  How bare is too bare in the summer time for your arms, stomach, and legs? No tank tops…I recommend only wearing light blouses under a blazer or suit jacket. Always be ready to take off your jacket in case you are hot but always have a professional looking shirt underneath your suit jacket. Nothing is worse than being hot but not being able to take off your jacket because your shirt isn’t appropriate underneath for your conservative office! You have to take yourself seriously because you want to be known for your brains, not for having the shortest skirt or most cleavage in the office. Showing skin is NOT how you will get ahead, trust me. I have always had trouble finding lightweight shirts for under a suit jackets for the summer but there are so many cute options out these days! Never ever show stomach in any work environment unless you are a lifeguard. In a conservative environment, always wear closed toed shoes even in the summer. Dresses are definitely allowed, just add a sweater or cardigan over the dress. Always wear closed toed shoes to make it more professional looking for a conservative work environment. If you wear a dress or skirt, make sure it isn’t too short. Your skirt should fall close to the knee and not above your knee in the office. Photo from Pinterest But, you do have a unique personal style and even if you are in a conservative work environment, you can definitely still let your personality out! Try a scarf, jewelry, a watch, small earrings, or a bracelet or a belt to personalize your outfit.   Even if you have to work in a conservative work environment, you don’t have to look drab, frumpy and boring or like everyone else that you may work with. Be professional with class and definitely a little bit of personality and don’t be afraid to add a little color to your wardrobe. If you have a closet full of black, branch out and buy some greens, yellows, pinks, and oranges for the summer.   You can create a lot of outfits with just a few great staples.   Never wear spaghetti straps without a blazer or cardigan over. And no skinny pants!   Also, suits can be the easiest things to put on in the morning! Never wear spaghetti straps without a blazer or cardigan over. And no skinny pants!   Also, suits can be the easiest things to put on in the morning. What is an outfit idea for creative work  environments? Even in a creative field, a strapless dress is too informal without a cardigan over it; keep it for a weekend beach day. Blazers rock! With a blazer, you will immediately grab attention and look more professional. But in a creative field, you can dress up blazers into really fun and colorful outfits and still look very professional. You do have more options in a creative field but be careful that you don’t get too loose and not care. They key really is to look at the position in your company that you really want someday (or in another company) and find that person that has that job and is successful at it and highly respected. Dress like she does. Use Pinterest or Polyvore and find your own personal style of pieces or celebrities that dress how you love and use them as your model. Look through magazines (like this one) and find what you like and don’t like and create a file or binder of all the looks you love. Use that as inspiration before you head to the mall or shop online! Don’t dress for the position you have, dress for the position that you want someday. You never know who might be watching you or whom you might run into on the elevator.   Always always look professional, even on Casual Friday.   I find that some days I have to give important presentations on the spot or go to meetings that weren’t planned, that is why I always keep a blazer in my office and wear outfits everyday that would be acceptable with the boss. [RELATED: 10 Best Sites For Work Outfit Inspiration] What is an outfit idea for casual Fridays? I LOVE casual Fridays!   I love making casual outfits look professional. I love dark jeans (still, no skinny jeans) with blazers and ballet flats. Or instead of the dark colors, on Casual Friday you can add color. I love wearing brown and khaki pants and skirts into the wardrobe, which can be done more easily on Fridays. But, refuse to roll out of bed and head straight to the office on Fridays. Instead, have fun dressing up on Fridays. I also like wearing my hair differently on Fridays and a little messier than normal. And I add a little more jewelry than normal on Fridays. What shoes are cute and appropriate for work this summer? I love peep toe pumps for the summer even in very corporate settings you can definitely get away with them.  I am also a huge fan of a nude pointy toe shoe like this â€" it looks great with black, gray or brown pants! Are flip-flops ever okay in professional work environments? Nope, never. Are flip-flops ever okay in creative work environments? You probably could get away with it but I would recommend more flats that have more of a sling back to dress it up the outfit a little bit. Flip flops are too much like you are headed to the beach. Are flats okay in professional work environments? Ballet flats are perfectly acceptable as long as your pants are tailored for them and don’t drag on the floor!   But not loafers, boat shoes or any shoes that resemble slippers! Are flats okay in creative work environments? Definitely OK in a fashion forward office but in a creative environment, you want to go for very bright and fun colors. Are wedges okay in super corporate offices? Depends on the wedge â€" Yes to leather wedges.  I do love wedges because they last longer and are more durable on streets when you walk a lot than a skinny heel.  No to wedges that are raffia heels. Are espadrilles okay in super  corporate  offices? Not in super corporate office. Off limits. What are the rules of wearing shoes to work this summer? You should go for comfort rather than fashion and NOT the highest heel you can find. If you are, comfortable in your shoes you will be more confident and you will be able to stand and walk better and present yourself better. You don’t want to be at an important networking event and have to sit down or take off your shoes because your feet hurt! At work, you may be doing a lot of walking and presenting you have lots of people to impress and there is no time for rest! You should think twice about wearing the same shoes to work that you would wear out dancing with your girlfriends. Shoes are also a great way to let your personality show and bring a little color to your outfit for work this summer. Is it ever OK to wear shorts to work this summer? No, shorts aren’t acceptable.   Save it for the weekend! Do you ever have to wear panty hose to work? If so, what are some of your favorites for work this summer? This is a question I get a lot on my blog! No, you don’t have to wear pantyhose to work these days.   But if you feel more comfortable with pantyhose, they are perfectly acceptable, too. But, don’t feel like you have to. Also, remember that the majority of your potential employers and hiring managers may not be your age and pantyhose may be a part of their life so you may want to do your best to join the crowd and fit in the best way you can even if that involves pantyhose. When I entered the career world out of college, I thought that pantyhose were a must! I wore them to interviews and on the job. I even wore knee-highs with pants because I thought I would look more professional and mature.   I realized a few months in that not only were they terribly uncomfortable but most women (of all ages) I was working with were not wearing them. Today, I very rarely see anyone wearing pantyhose so I never wear them. I think times are changing and it isn’t looked down upon anymore to NOT wear pantyhose. If you are a die-hard pantyhoser, try out Donna Karan hosiery.  Some of my favorite photos of great outfits with pantyhose are photos of Kate Middleton who is totally bringing sheer pantyhose back. Hopefully this helps when getting ready for work this summer! Photo from Pinterest What kind of fabrics, colors, and cuts do you like to wear in the summertime? In the summertime, a button up long sleeve cotton shirt is the last thing that I want to put on. Put those shirts in the back of your closet and break out the light weight blouses with barely there sleeves, there is so much of that available now. It has to be breathable to handle the stress of the workday and the hot weather and it is great to wear from day to night and happy hour! Pencil skirts are another great thing that I love to throw on because they are comfortable and cool. Ruffle tank tops are also my favorite right now and they look great underneath jackets and cardigans. I love polka dots as well and shirts that go up to the neck for work. I also love summer work outfits that aren’t tight to the skin.   They need to breathe. I really like loose clothing for work because I am usually sitting for so long and it has to be comfortable on the body. What are some key pieces that belong in any summer work wardrobe? What makes them appropriate and what kind of things should you look out for work this summer (I.e. not too sheer, slouchy, etc.) A blazer will help you be more credible and make a great impression, which is why it is a must for any work wardrobe. Throw it over your favorite dress and you are out the door!  You should never wear a shirt that is see through or sheer to work. Also, make sure that you buy clothing that is easy to put on in the morning. Know before you buy whether you are going to have to be ironing in the morning or if you are going to be at the dry cleaners each week. Better yet, plan your outfits ahead of time and do all your ironing on the weekend so you don’t have to iron every morning! I think another must outfit is a few shirts in the closet that you don’t have to iron but look great under a blazer that you can throw on quickly and head out the door. What are some great outfit examples (head-to-toe looks + accessories) of something appropriate for casual summer Fridays? Outfit #1 Casual Summer Look: A light tan, yellow or cream dress, a brown cardigan or blazer and a brown belt, big long necklace in a loud color like green or blue and open toed shoes with a bow just like this outfit: Outfit #2 Casual Summer Look: Striped tee, green blazer, bright yellow belt and dark jeans with sparkle class pump heels and bangle bracelet and earrings Outfit #3 Casual Summer Look:   I love a belt and pin on the sweater and bracelet to add a little personality to a boring work wardrobe…and messy hair is more acceptable on casual Fridays. For photos all of these outfit ideas, make sure you check out my Pinterest page! Whats a checklist of the top work clothes to avoid wearing in the summer? 1) Always avoid showing cleavage, there is no excuse. 2) Tank tops and strapless shirts should only be worn with a cardigan or blazer over your shoulders. 3) Never wear a skirt that is too short and above the knees 4) Never wear tight skinny pants or jeans. 5) Don’t even think about wearing platform heels that you can’t walk or stand in. Definitely keep your work wear separate from your weekend wear and don’t be afraid to invest a little more in your work outfits because not only will they last forever but you will end up wearing those favorite outfits every day  when you work this summer. Your professionalism in the office can mean more promotions in the future which will end up with you being able to buy even more work clothes with that hard earned cash! Overall, you are wearing your clothes at work for many, many hours per day, especially if you partake in happy hour and networking events after work (which I suggest you do! :). You want to look great but also be comfortable at the same time. If you pants are too tight or if you are worried about how your skirt keeps riding up, you won’t do your best work because you will be worried and you will just want to go home as soon as possible. I find that if I love my outfit, my day actually gets better AND I think I actually end up doing better in interviews and presentations. That is why I advise putting a little extra planning and money into work outfits because it will be worth it in the long run.  I think a good thing to remember is that if you plan ahead and are comfortable with your work staple outfits, you shouldn’t have to worry each morning about what you are going to wear OR worry while you are at work about what you are wearing or what people will think of your outfit. You are just confident because you know you look good in your work clothes. What is your go-to work outfit? What are you going to wear to work this summer?

What Career Goals and Objectives can Really Look Like

What Career Goals and Objectives can Really Look Like What Career Goals and Objectives can Really Look Like Are you dissatisfied with your job? There can be lots of reasons why people are unhappy with their job. This can range from disliking their boss or work colleagues, to finding their work schedule inflexible or harsh and not fitting well around their social life or family responsibilities. Whatever you think is the reason for your unhappiness at work, it may well also be a fact that your actual job doesnt fit with your own career goals or objectives. You may be dissatisfied with your job and blame it on your boss, but deep down you could simply be in the wrong job.If this is the case with you, then it is time to take a step back and really think about what is important in your life with regards to your career goals and objectives. It is a known fact that those people who gain ultimate satisfaction from working their job will progress faster in their career.Lets take a look at some examples of how to take stock of your life and plan out your career goals that are not only achievabl e, but will lead you to actually enjoy what you do every day and gain greater satisfaction with your career.Grow your skillsIf you feel like you are stuck in a rut with your job, take a look at any opportunities available for change. If you can grow your skills and embrace change at work, then this may be what you need to achieve better job satisfaction.You may not like your job very much, but you do like the company that you work for. If this is the case, then check with your human resources department to see if there are any training courses or educational programs being run by the company that you can take up. Set yourself an objective to learn as much as you can from your employer.By doing so, you will not only be giving yourself something to focus on outside of your normal every day routine, but your bosses will take notice of your actions and willingness to learn new skills. This can open up doors for you internally for other jobs that you may be better suited to and will give you much better career progression.Increase your salaryThe financial aspect of any job is an important one. You may be unhappy because you think you are being underpaid and undervalued at work. You need to set yourself a goal to earn more money. If you have been in your job for a while and consider yourself as a valuable member of your team, then it may be wise to talk to your manager about your concerns. Again, you could make it your objective to make yourself more valuable in the eyes of your employer by taking up in-house training programs, or adding to your skill set by completing useful training outside of work, such becoming a qualified first-aider. All very useful skills to take to your boss to re-negotiate your contract or salary.Job SatisfactionA big part of being happy at work is having job satisfaction. It is a known fact that those who are most satisfied with their job are the most productive workers and will be the ones singled out for promotion when the opportunity ar ises. You need to set a goal to make your job more satisfying. If you are in a position where you job no longer inspires or interests you, then other than looking for employment elsewhere, you could set yourself an objective to look internally to see if you can make a change to your daily routine. This could involve asking to be moved to another team who work on different projects that you may find more interesting. You could ask your boss if you can take on more responsibilities, such as a supervisory role, handling extra or more complex accounts that require a deeper level of knowledge or skill, or ask to be put on a management training course that will enable you to apply for a different job within the same company.Gain New Work ExperienceYou may be worried that now you have settled down and have a family to support that the long-term stability of your job is at risk. Job stability is an important factor of any career goal, so you need to set yourself objectives to make sure t hat your career path and progression remains stable, even when your job may be at risk.As an employee, you can have very little influence over the fortunes of the company you work for. With the instability of the economy, there is no guarantee that the company you work for will continue to grow and profit during times of economic uncertainty. Constant changes are needed to be made if a company is to survive these days, and unfortunately that can mean streamlining staff levels and other resources along the way.If you are able to train or pick up new skills and work experience within your current workplace, then when it comes to the crunch, your boss will be less likely to cut you from the payroll. If you have useful skills that cover different sectors within the company or carry multiple adaptable skills that can be applied in other areas, then as the company streamlines and re-structures its workforce, you may find yourself working a completely different job to the one you started o ut with. previous article Clever CV Template Pack | A Drop of Green next article Professional Resume Template Set | Plain But Trendy you might also likeThe Best Way to Explain Your Sabbatical To a New Employer

5 Major Signs Its Time for a LinkedIn Profile Makeover5 Major Signs Its Time for a LinkedIn Profile Makeover

5 Major Signs It’s Time for a LinkedIn Profile Makeover5 Major Signs It’s Time for a LinkedIn Profile Makeover So, you are trying to determine whether your LinkedIn profile needs a makeover? Maybe it does, maybe it doesn’t. But how do you know for sure? There are a few major signs that it's time for a LinkedIn profile makeover. In this article, we will lay out 5 simple checklist items that may indicate it is time for a LinkedIn makeover.1. You Have Not Achieved an “All-Star” Profile StrengthOne of the easiest things you can do to boost your LinkedIn presence is to achieve an “all-star” profile strength. There are 5 levels of LinkedIn profile strengths: (5) All-Star (4) Expert (3) Advanced (2) Intermediate (1) Beginner All you must do to achieve the “All-Star” rank is:Add a profile photo List 2+ positions you have held w/ descriptions List 5+ skills on your profile Write a summary Fill out your industry zip code Add your education Have 50+ connectionsHopefully, by now you have achieved “All-Star” status. But even though LinkedIn calls you an all-star, this is really just the beginning.2. You Are Job Hunting and Receiving No HitsIf you are on the market looking to attract employers, then you better hope that your LinkedIn Profile is top notch. After receiving your resume, one of the first things that any recruiter/hiring manager will do is look at your social media accounts. Why would they do that!? Well, they want to make sure you are a real person, a good person, and confirm that what you listed on your resume is true. LinkedIn is the best place to go for this.A LinkedIn makeover is not only important to appear “professional” and “truthful”, but it also helps you get noticed. Believe it or not, a well-written fully optimized LinkedIn profile will help recruiters find you. Recruiters like to search for potential hires on LinkedIn. When they search, it’s important that they can find you. If you don’t have the right keywords on your resume to pop-up in their searches, then you will never be found. And if you are never found, well, it will be hard to get hired!Not sure where to start? Check out the 19 Essential LinkedIn Profile Tips For Job Seekers.3. You Have Noticed a Decrease in Profile ViewsOh, no! A decrease in profile views. Are you going out of fashion? Did you do something wrong? Have you been slacking on your posting game? Whatever it is, you are not alone! It’s very common to have a ton of profile views one week, and very few the next week. This usually can be traced back to your level of activity.Have you been endorsing your connections? Have you been commenting on posts or publishing new articles? Are you continuing to add relevant connections to grow your network? Have you tried updating your headline? Changing your pic? Joining new groups?Doing these things will play a huge factor in the number of profile views that you receive.Quick Fix Tip: Did you accidentally check the little box on the right side of your profile making all your updates private? I only say this because sadly, it is very common! If you have tried these tips listed above, and you are still unhappy with the number of profile views you are receiving, it could very well be time for a LinkedIn Profile Makeover!4. xxIt’s human nature to want to be #1. Nobody joins a competition, race, or sporting event to come inlast place. You don’t take a test to score in the bottom 1 percentile. You don’t strive for a salary within the lower 1% of Americans. LinkedIn drives some healthy competition (especially for a competitive spirited person such as myself) by showing you how you rank for profile views compared to the rest of your network.It can be very hard to become #1 (trust me I have been trying). But it isn’t that hard to be in the top 1% of your connections. As a test, just for fun, I created a new LinkedIn profile to see how fast I could become a 1%er. Within 3 weeks I had over 2,000 connections and was ranked #14. Now, you don’t have to be a math genius to know that is in the top 1%. I am not trying to brag; all I am trying to say is that this is totally do-able by anybody!If you aren’t sure how to make this happen, it’s probably time for a Professional LinkedIn Makeover.5. You Are Reading This PostNow, if you are a complete boss, you might be thinking, “I don’t need a LinkedIn makeover. I have an all-star profile strength, I receive job offers all the time, my profile views are steadily increasing, and I am in the top 1% of all my connections.” Heck, you might even be #1 out of 20,000.If that is you, first I want to say, Congrats! You are awesome. But, I doubt you got your profile where it is today by being lazy and unambitious. So, I think it would be a fair assumption for me to say that you are highly competitive and driven. With that being said, why settle? Is #1 out of 20,000 good enough? Why not be #1 out of 50,000? I would be willing to bet that there is at least one thing on your profile that could improve.Whether you are a “Beginner” or an “All-Star”, a LinkedIn p rofile makeover could be highly beneficial. If you don’t mind doing a bit of reading, there’s a ton of great articles out there to help you with this process (see below). If you have better things to do, and would rather hire a team of professionals, check out our list of the Top 10 LinkedIn Profile Writers.See more helpful articles on this topicLinkedIn Networking Tips for Job Seekers 5 Tips For A Perfect LinkedIn Profile Photo LinkedIn Headline Ideas That Don’t Suck 19 Essential LinkedIn Profile Tips For Job Seekers

Access the Hidden Job Market 7 Ways to Become a Referral

Access the Hidden Job Market 7 Ways to Become a Referral I’ve lost count of how many clients have told me, “I’ve applied for so many jobs and haven’t gotten any responses. I just don’t know what to do.”The irony is that although 80% of jobs are never posted online, you’re likely spending 80% of your job searching time online. This severely limits your options, since employers are now conducting more “stealth searches” â€" also known as the Hidden Job Market.What is the Hidden Job Market?evalEmployers may not post jobs online, even though they are actively searching for qualified candidates. This means that as a job seeker, you’re better off placing yourself into your targeted employer’s referral pools. This requires a more strategic and proactive approach than searching through online job boards.Why aren’t jobs advertised online?evalIt’s time-consuming and expensive to manage the hundreds of applications that come in through online job postings. Employers will therefore first reach out to people they know, and the n to their networks for referrals and recommendations for potential candidates. This saves them time and money. Unfortunately you, the job seeker, may slip through the cracks if you’re one of the hundreds of candidates applying online.What this means for you?To be a successful job seeker, you need to tap into the Hidden Job Market. In today’s competitive world, every resume and application submitted for an advertised job competes with hundreds of others. Applicant Tracking Systems 3.) Your local library. There’s a reason why over 30 million people use libraries for employment-related activities! Many public libraries have premium databases related to employment, as well as free resources and instruction to help patrons in their job search. Some even have librarians who specialize in career resources.4.) Professional development / industry-related events seminars. These are good places to improve your skills while meeting influential people. Build up your courage to speak to t he speakers at these events, keep up-to-date with trends, and participate in online forums and association websites.5.) Volunteering. Helping an organization related to your target career gives you huge kudos in most industries. Not only are these additional opportunities to stay on top of industry trends, and get inside information on who is hiring, but you’ll have tangible experience for your resume.6.) Social Media. Using social media to research your target organizations can provide valuable information about who works there, what projects they’re working on, and what the culture is like. You can use this information to craft a message and resume that gets noticed. Active participate in LinkedIn groups, thoughtful responses to Pulse articles, and meaningful conversations with 2nd and 3rd tier connections can also help you to connect with the right people.eval7.) Niche job boards. The hidden job market is more likely to be found within niche job boards â€" which cater to a sp ecific profession or industry â€" rather than mega job sites. Since there are so many search sites in cyberspace, do a little research into which oneIt should go without saying, but if you only reach out to people when you’re job hunting, they probably won’t be as inclined to help you. Putting in the effort to maintain the great relationships you’ve built will go a long way.

Conference about happiness at work - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Conference about happiness at work - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog We have JUST launched this years conference about happiness at work. This year we have 10 great speakers from 5 different countries who will share what they know abd do about happiness at work. Read all about it and get your tickets here. 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 Conference about happiness at work - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog It is with great pride that we can announce our next conference about happiness at work. The conference takes place on May 26 from 9:30-5PM at the Danish Design Center in Copenhagen. We have a great speaker lineup, including: Stephen Shapiro, author of Goal-Free Living and 24-7 Innovation. Robert Biswas-Diener, author of Happiness: Unlocking the Mysteries of Psychological Wealth and Positive Psychology Coaching. Kim Axelsen, CEO of AFA JCDecaux. Knud Herbert S?rensen, HR Director of Middelfart Sparekasse (the happiest workplace in Denmark) The themes of the conference are: Happiness at work in practice: How some of the worlds happiest workplaces do it and what results they get. Happiness at work in a recession: Why making employees happy is the best way out of a recession and how to do it. Strengths at work: How to identify and apply personal strengths at work. Most of the conference will be held in Danish. You can read all about it here (in Danish). We also have 6 free, open events lined up for the first half of 2009. You can see the list and sign up here. 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

Tips For Writing a Resume

Tips For Writing a ResumeWhen you're creating a resume, there are many little tips you need to know about resume writing. It's not as hard as it seems and sometimes the simplest things can work the best. A few tips you may want to keep in mind. A few of these will work best for different applicants.When it comes to getting back into the learning process after writing a resume, you want to look for ways to improve your skills. One of the most important parts of a resume is the content; this will create a strong first impression when it's time to get interviewed.It's important to know what job you are applying for. If you do research online, or if you have someone to point you in the right direction, this will help you narrow down your choices and make your decisions easier. You can also check out the jobs site to see what the company has to offer.You may want to create a formal resume when you don't have time to prepare a more informal one. Using a formal resume for a formal job will show that you are serious about your job search. The only thing to remember when creating a formal resume is that it should be easy to read.Once you are done writing the resume, don't leave any gaps in it. It's especially important to put a link to a current employer when you have a resume for them. You want to also include contact information on the page.Include the following on the resume: current employment dates, education/training information, work experience and positions held, certifications, awards, professional affiliations, awards and recognition. If you've worked for a company in the past, it's best to list this at the top of the resume. If you haven't worked with them before, put them at the bottom of the page.It's always good to leave your old contact information with previous employers. Just be sure to keep it updated so it won't cause a problem later on down the road. Always be courteous and provide the proper contact information when the interview starts.Don't forget to have your resume professionally prepared. Good resume writing skills are very important to get a good, qualified job interview. With some of the tips you've learned, you should be well on your way to creating a professional looking resume.