Sunday, January 5, 2020

These 16 companies (including Thrive Global) want to lower your stress level at work

These 16 companies (including Thrive Global) want to lower your stress level at work We need gender neutral dress codes in the workplace. If you dont yet agree with that statement, look no fartherbei than a 55-page presentation given to women executives at Ernst Young in a June 2018 training. pThe presentation, which made headlines last month when an offended participant leaked it to the Huffington Post/a, reinforced gendered stereotypes of how women should dress and present themselves at work. Some highlights, which are actually lowlights in terms of equality in the workforceul class=ee-ul ee-ulliA list of appearance blunders for women to avoid, including no-nos like too-short skirts, plunging necklines, bottle blonde, flashy jewelry/liliOutfit and grooming suggestions to minimize distractions from your skills sic set like good haircut, manicured nails, and well-cut attire/liliAdvice on how to dress dont flaunt your body sexuality scrambles the mind/li/ ulpThe women, there to invest in their professional development, were bedrngnis learning how to be better leaders or combat macho stereotypes at work, but instead were being lectured to about what to wear and how to groom themselves.pWhile the presentation wasnt the official EampY dress code, it does highlight bias and assumptions made around gender that women have to manage. And this particular training focused only on the male-female binary. Employees who identify as transgender or nonbinary might feel even more burdened by dress code policies based on gender. pImagine how much more productive all employees, regardless of gender, could be, if they werent focused on avoiding dress code policing.pTraditional gender-based dress codes can also discriminate on the basis of race. Many grooming guidelines for women, including rules on acceptable haircuts, are extra burdens for black employees, particularly those who want to wear their hair in natural styles. In 2010, Chastity Jones got a job offerto be a customer service representative from Catastrophe Management Solutionsbut the offer was contingent on her cutting off her locs. When she refused, the company took back the job offer, and when she sued, with the help of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, she lost her case in 2013 and again in 2016, when her appeal was dismissed. pAnd beyond forcing women of color to maintain their hair in a way thats deemed acceptable, gender-based dress codes can also discriminate against people of certain religions. Employees whose faiths keep them from cutting their hair or necessitate that they wear certain clothing (including head coverings) shouldnt be forced to adapt their beliefs to what their employer deems professionally appropriate for a woman at work.pThe possibility for gender-, race-, and faith-based discrimination posed by prescriptive employee dress codes has led the Human Rights Campaign to recommendthat if an employer has a dress code, it should modify it to avoid gender stereotypes and enforce it consistently. Requiring men to wear suits and women to wear skirts or dresses, while legal, is based on gender stereotypes. Alternatively, codes that require attire professionally appropriate to the office or unit in which an employee works are gender-neutral.h3Okay, So Gender Neutral Dress Codes Sound Good. What Do They Look Like?/h3pIn their simplest (which, in my opinion, also means best) form, gender neutral dress codes at the workplace can take the form of General Motors dress policy. When now-CEO Mary Barra was VP of global human resources for the automotive giant, she replaced their 10-page dress code with two words/a Dress appropriately. pIn the article linked above, the author explains why Barras dress code works so well She avoided assumptions, instead choosing to trust her employees judgment, which in turn empowered all employees and was particularly impactful for women. pFor workplaces that need more specificity about what emplo yees can wear, HR should follow in the footsteps of other institutions that have successfully adopted gender-neutral dress codes. Namely, high schools.pAfter a wave of protests, social media outrage, and thoughtful advocating, several schools have revamped their dress codes/a, which tended to put undue burden on female students. New guidelines apply to all students, regardless of their gender. Instead of specifying the length of skirts versus shorts or the width of a cami strap versus a tank top, a Virginia high schools new gender-neutral dress codesimply defines what must be covered clothing must cover areas from one armpit across to the other armpit, down to approximately three to four inches in length to the upper thighs.pstrongWhat does that look like at work?/strong pSpell out specific dress code rules by article of clothing, not by gender, use non-gendered pronouns, and make sure that any grooming guidelines could apply to anyone. Dont place burdens on anyone based on their ge nder, and try to empower employees to manage their own appearance in accordance with professional expectations.pFor business casual workplaces, try this, adapted from Forbes/a Employees should dress in business casual attire, which could include casual slacks and skirts, collared shirts, blouses, or sweaters. Inappropriate attire includes sportswear, jeans, and unkempt clothing, among other options. Please exercise good judgment.pFor business formal workplaces, you could use the following Traditional business attire, including dresses, suits, and pantsuits, is required for external meetings with clients or prospects. Employees should use discretion on other occasions and are expected to demonstrate good judgment. pAnd for casual workplaces, which are on the riseaccording to Indeed/a, 50% of companies allow employees to dress casually every day, as of 2019go with something simple, like this, adapted from The Balance/a Dress comfortably for work, but please do not wear anything that c ould offend your coworkers or make them feel uncomfortable. That includes clothing with profanity, hate speech, or exclusionary language. Your clothing, while casual, should show common sense and professionalism.pNo matter the level of formality your dress code needs to define, make sure youre thinking from the perspective of all employeescurrent as well as futureand creating an environment where they can thrive.p----pstrongWant to share these tips with your company? /strongShow them this handy one-page guide on creating a gender neutral dress code p class=shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image img alt=Gender Neutral Dress Code Guide class=rm-shortcode data-rm-shortcode-id=UGVL4K1574631551 data-rm-shortcode-name=rebelmouse-image data-runner-src=https//assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yMjEwMDE3Ni9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTU3NDc2NjEyMX0.5akget5uOA_9aHMcPUxY1YM_Zn2w2Yhcj7m_HSCqg7I/img.j pg?width=980 id=a14b6 type=lazy-image/ pbr/

Wednesday, January 1, 2020

Everything You Wanted to Know About Being Fired (But Were Afraid to Ask)

Everything You Wanted to Know About Being Fired (But Were Afraid to Ask)Everything You Wanted to Know About Being Fired (But Were Afraid to Ask)Getting fired is scary and stressful. Not only has your source of income just been yanked away from you, but you might be left with questions about what to do next, how to talk about it in future job interviews and even whether what your employer did was legal. Heres a quick primer on what you need to know about getting fired. I was fired without any warning. Is that legal? Generally, yes. No law in the U.S. says that employees must receive a warning before being fired. Good employers will typically warn employees before firing them, in order to make sure that they have a chance to improve, and because they dont want other employees worrying that they could be fired out of the blue. But thats up to the employers own policy and isnt governed by law. Read How to Assert Your Legal Rights at Work. Does my employer have to have a good reason for firing me? Your employer can fire you for any reason at all, or for no reason, as long as its not because of your race, religion, nationality, sex, marital status, disability or other protected characteristic. You can be fired because your boss just doesnt like you or because the CEO wants to bring in her cousins neighbor to take your place. There are two exceptions First, if you have a contract, which most workers in the U.S. dont, your company is bound to the terms it lays out, including around separation. Second, if you work in Montana, youre in the one state in the country that requires firings to be for good cause. Will I be eligible to collect unemployment benefits? It depends. State laws vary, but most states allow fired employees to collect unemployment benefits as long as they werent fired for intentional misconduct or for violating clearly stated workplace rules. For example, being fired for poor performance wont generally make you ineligible to collect benefits, but ex cessive absenteeism often will disqualify you. Read 8 Signs That Youre a Problem Employee. Does my employer have to pay me severance? No law in the U.S. requires severance payments, so its up to individual employers. However, you can certainly try to negotiate a severance package. Youll generally have more bargaining power for severance if your employer is concerned that you might sue for something (for example, if you had cause to think you had been discriminated against on the basis of race, sex or another protected characteristic) because severance is typically accompanied by general release of future claims against the employer. Your chances of severance can also go up if the employer thinks they have done you wrong in some other way, such as moved you into a sttte that you didnt have the skills for or fired you soon after you moved from out-of-state for the job. In that case, reasonable employers are likely to want to provide severance to cushion the blow. Read 5 Workplace Laws Your Employer Might Be Violating. Should I list the job on my resume in the future? It depends. If you were only at the job for a short period of time (say, less than six months), listing it will probably do more harm than good. A few months at a job wont be useful in showing any real accomplishments or advancement, and including it will likely raise questions about why you left so soon. On the other hand, if you were at the job for longer, you may prefer to list it, so that you dont have to answer questions about what you were doing during that time period. How should I talk about the firing if it comes up in an interview? Be prepared with a few sentences that explain what happened. Most interviewers will only need a brief explanation and wont expect you to present a detailed account of what happened. For example, you might simply say, Actually, I was let go. The workload was very high, and I didnt speak up about that soon enough. I ended up making some mistakes because of the vo lume. It taught me a lesson about the need to communicate better when the workload is high and to get on the same page as my manager about priorities if were in a triage mode. Or in another schriftart of situation, you might say, It turned out to be the wrong fit. The job required expertise in web design, which is not my strength, and ultimately we agreed that they need someone with that background in the role. Whats really crucial here is being able to talk about the situation calmly and non-defensively. If you seem bitter and angry, thats going to be a red flag. On the other hand, if you seem to have learned from the experience and understand what went wrong, that can assuage any concerns from the interviewer.

Friday, December 27, 2019

It only takes one harassment claim to ruin a companys rep

It only takes one harassment claim to ruin a companys repIt only takes one harassment claim to ruin a companys repHearing about one case of sexual harassment can poison our view of a company. We dont see badeanstalt apples, we see rot in the roots of the tree. When we hear about a single sexual harassment case at a company, its enough to tank our perception about the company as a whole, according to new UCLA research highlighted in Harvard Business Review.We see one case of sexual misconduct as a bigger culture problemIn online experiments with over 1,000 U.S. participants, the researchers split participants into different groups. Each group read up on a fake company, but some also heard unsavory details. For the group that read about a sexual harassment claim made by a female employee against her manager, this story stayed with them and negatively colored their perception of the company as a whole. These participants were more likely to think that there was deeper culture problem at play.A single sexual harassment claim can be enough to dramatically shape public perception of a company and elicit perceptions of structural unfairness, the researchers write.When we hear about harassment, we are more likely to think that the company is unfair to its employees, even compared to other transgressions we might hear are happening.The group that read about the harassment allegation judged the company as less fair than the group that did not hear about it. They even saw it as less fair than the group that heard the company had a case of financial misconduct. A case of fraud is easier for us to swallow as the result of one bad employee than a case of sexual harassment.How can companies salvage their brand in the wake of sexual harassment? By taking the claim seriously. When participants heard that the company responded promptly and with consideration towards the victim, rather than with discouragement and suspicion, they were less likely to find the company to be an unfa ir place to work.

Sunday, December 22, 2019

How Do I Make Sure My Resume Gets Noticed

How Do I Make Sure My Resume Gets Noticed How Do I Make Sure My Resume Gets Noticed As a recruiter, I am often asked, What do you look for in a resume? The answer isnt so uniform. It really depends on what job I am recruiting for and the expectations laid out by the particular hiring managers I am working with (but thats a whole other article).You may have read out there that recruiters spend anywhere from 6 to30 seconds scanning a resume, and that is 100 percent true. Why do we spend so little time reading what may have taken you hours or days to perfect? The answer is simple We receive hundreds of resumes for each role that we work on maybe even more in corporate settings. This makes it impossible to read each resume in depth. Our only choice is to scan.So, how do you make your resume stand out when you have so little time?There are a few things you can doFormat CarefullyI look at a few major items when reviewing resumes, and the first thing I always notice in a resume is how it is presented. Is it well-structured? Is it easy to follow? Is it in a format that makes it stand out from the rest? You want your resume to pop out at the recruiter or hiring manager and draw them in without being too overbearing.Structure-wise, I suggest utilizing bullet points to describe your work, rather than writing paragraphs aboutwhat you have done. List the major responsibilities you are in charge of daily in a clear, concise order.Also, be sure to highlightyour competencies above the work experience section. For example, if you are applying for a digital marketing role and are well-versed in inbound marketing, nurture marketing, and implementation of various marketing stacks, be sure to notethat under your competencies. This is a surefire way to get a recruiter to read on.When you are designing your resume, do not go over the top with it. I have reviewed resumes of candidateswhoobviously took a great deal of time designing their resumes in Adobe they looked great, but th ere was so much focus on design that the content got lost in the mix. Make the design clean and easy to read.Where Are Your Keywords?The second thing I look for in a resume is keywords. I want to know if the resume includes certain criticalkeywords that pertain to the job I am filling.For example, if I am recruiting for a senior mobile product manger in the eCommerce space, I will scan each resume I receive in search of a similar title, eCommerce experience, iOS and/or Android development skills, and so on. If the resume does not include any of these qualifications, I am moving on to the next.As you read job description for roles you are interested in, make sure your resume matches the qualifications the company is looking for. Perhaps the job description says experience with Tableau is a nice-to-have, and you happen to have used Tableau in a previous role. Put that on your resumeKeep It Short and SweetThe third and final critical aspect of every resumeI look at is length. I underst and that, depending on your level experience, it may not be possible to keep your resume to 1-2 pages. Still theres no need to include every job you have ever held, dating back to the beginning of your career.I was once working on a senior-level eCommerce role and received a resume that was 10pages long. Yes, 10 pages. This particular partie had listed almost every job they ever held, along with case studies and wins pertaining to each role. This person had the right structure, the right format, and the necessary keywords but after page three, I had to move o.At that point, I was reading a short story. It was also certainly not something I could submit to my hiring manager, whohad a million things to do other than read resumes.One final tip to make your resume stick out You may also want to go beyond the resume and include your LinkedIn profile and other social media presences as well (but only the ones youre comfortable sharing). This will give the recruiter a chance to learn more about your personality and interests and thats how solid working relationships are built.Master the art of closing deals and making placements. Take our Recruiter Certification Program today. Were SHRM certified. Learn at your own pace during this 12-week program. Access over 20 courses. Great for those who want to break into recruiting, or recruiters who want to further their career.

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Index of Air Force Bases Listed Online

Index of Air Force Bases Listed OnlineIndex of Air Force Bases Listed OnlineNote Not all Air Force Installations and units have official websites on the Internet. Below are links to those that do. This listing contains only those sites available to the general public without restrictions. Offutt AFB, Neb. 55th Wing Air Force Weather Osan AB, South Korea 51st Fighter Wing Otis Air National Guard Base, Mass. 102nd Fighter Wing Patrick AFB, Fla. 45th Space Wing Pentagon, Washington, D.C. Air Force Art Program Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force, International Affairs General Counsel of the Air Force Installations and Logistics Peterson AFB, Colo. 21st Space Wing Air Force Space Command Pittsburgh International Airport, Pa. 171st Air Refueling Wing Pope AFB, N.C. 43rd Airlift Wing rote-armee-fraktion Alconbury, England 423d Air Base Squadron RAF Lakenheath, England 48th Fighter Wing RAF Mildenhall, England 100th Air Refueling Wing RAF Molesworth, England 423rd Air Base Squa dron Ramstein AB, Germany 86th Airlift Wing United States Air Forces in Europe Randolph AFB, Texas 12th Flying Training Wing Air Force Personnel Center Air Force Recruiting Service Rhein-Main AB, Germany 469th Air Base Group Richmond International Airport, Va. 192nd Fighter Wing Rickenbacker International Airport, Columbus, Ohio 121st Air Refueling Wing Robins AFB, Ga. 116th Air Control Wing 19th Air Refueling Group Air Force Reserve Command Warner Robins Air Logistics Center Rome, N.Y. Air Force Research Laboratory - Information Directorate Rosslyn, Va. Task Force Enduring Look Schriever AFB, Colo. 50th Space Wing Scott AFB, Ill. 375th Airlift Wing Air Force Communications Agency Air Mobility Command Selfridge ANGB, Mich. 927th Air Refueling Wing Seymour Johnson AFB, N.C. 4th Fighter Wing Shaw AFB, S.C. 20th Fighter Wing Sheppard AFB, Texas 82nd Training Wing South Burlington, Vt. 158th Fighter Wing Spangdahlem AB, Germany 52nd Fighter Wing

Thursday, December 12, 2019

How to Answer Why Do You Want to Work Remotely

How to Answer Why Do You Want to Work RemotelyHow to Answer Why Do You Want to Work RemotelyYoure going through an interview for a remote position, and you feel like youre knocking things out of the park.Then, the interviewer asks you a question that stops you in your tracks when they ask Why do you want to work remotely?You know that mentioning your desire to stay in your pajamas all day isnt the right way to go. But, beyond that, you arent sure exactly what you should say to impress that interviewer and get yourself one step closer to landing that job.Heres what you need to know to successfully answer the question, Why do you want to work remotelyPlan ahead.Theres nothing worse than having to think on your feet in an interview. When youre already nervous, you dont want to have to scramble to find a suitable answer to a tough interview question.This is why its important for you to start thinking about what you could say in response to this question now- even if you dont have an inte rview scheduled. What are some reasons that youre interested in working remotely that the employer would also see as valuable?For example, potential answers to this question could includeYour productivity skyrockets when working in an environment that has decreased distractions.While you enjoy collaborating with your coworkers, youre a go-getter who thrives while working independently.Youre thrilled with the prospect of working for a company you admire, without being limited by your geographical location.You enjoy the challenge of needing to find efficient and effective ways to communicate with your colleagues when they arent in the next cubicle over.But, you should avoid mentioningYoure eager not to have to shower or change out of your pajamas (obviously).You think working from home means that the job is easier or you dont have to work as hard.You dont like being closely watched or managed. Being a self-starter is one thing, but you dont want to appear as if youre trying to shirk r esponsibility and fly under the radar.Emphasize other aspects of the position.Chances are, you dont want this job only because its a remote position (and, if that is your only reason, you should probably re-evaluate). So, its important that you touch on the other aspects of this role- other than the fact that its remote- that appeal to you and fit with your strengths and experience.Perhaps youre excited about the opportunity to develop engaging social media campaigns. Or maybe youre a spreadsheet whiz who already has some great ideas for how that employer could improve their reporting process.Whatever it is, make sure you touch on a few other things about thejob that excite you. Even though youre being asked about why you want to work remotely, you can still branch out to mention some pieces that dont directly deal with working from home.Demonstrate an understanding of the company culture.You might think company culture is unimportant- or perhaps even nonexistent- when you and your colleagues work across the country (or even world) from each other.But, rest assured, company culture is a very high priority for companies thatare trying to build some cohesiveness and camaraderie within their remote workforce. For that reason, you should be prepared to demonstrate that you not only understand the company culture, but that youd be a great fit with it.Perhaps you want to mention that you know you could dominate their weekly GIF contest. Or maybe their emphasis on community mindedness really resonates with you- since you already regularly volunteer at your local animal shelter.Pull out some pieces of the company culture to show that you understand what that organization is about (beyond letting employees work from home).Be honest.Working remotely is awesome, and you dont necessarily need to be shy about the added perks that come along with that.While they shouldnt make up the bulk of your answer (and the tips above will help you out with that), theres ultimately noth ing wrong with touching on the fact that youre excited about being able to be home for your kids more or avoid a nasty commute.Ultimately, thehiring manager understands that working remotely boasts some awesome benefits (hey, he or she likely enjoys them too). So, briefly mentioning that doesnt make you greedy or opportunistic- it makes you honest.

Sunday, December 8, 2019

Dirty Facts About What Does Cv Stand for Exposed

Dirty Facts About What Does Cv Stand for Exposed Attesting your CAQH profile is the procedure for signing off on your CAQH application at the conclusion of the application procedure. Dont forget the aesthetics (and be brief) You might have heard from a variety of sources your CV needs to be very plain concerning decoration. Inside my experience, recruiters have a tendency to concentrate on readability and clarity more than they do overall length, so so long as every point youre making on your resume has an immediate strength and goal attached to it, it has to be included. For liquids apart from water the proportion of the fluid density to the density of water also has to be utilised in the calculation. The Lost Secret of What Does Cv Stand for Use precisely the same language when you create a CV, therefore its simpler for the individual reading it to observe how you match up. Employing action verbs in resume writing is as simple as any other type of writing, so long as you k now what things to include and what things to look for. Theres no excuse for mistakes. In many instances, the toughest portion of a work application method is even getting an interview, and understanding how to compose a CV may be the issue. You will probably need to pay a yearly subscription fee to be a member of the expert body. As you probably know, the insurance policy credentialing procedure may be painful one with all the many credentialing applications and insurance carriers. If you may read the crucial elements of your CV in under half a moment, then you may just stand a high probability of catching a possible employers eye. In different parts of the Earth, the expression CV keeps its American meaning. Gossip, Lies and What Does Cv Stand for Thus, when you take into consideration the value of a CV, it could be a source of fantastic frustration that most recruiters make a determination on calling someone to interview in less than 30 seconds. It is essential that yo u use positive language in order for the employer receives a positive impression of your personality. Or, you may not want employers to understand how old you should prevent age discrimination. As a result of the web and mobile computing, healthcare employers and recruiters can review hundreds of competent candidates almost instantly. When you calculate the essential Cv range, you are going to know the valve or regulator is sized correctly to verstndigung im strafverfahren with the true flow. The pressure levels are what you are trying to control. In a genuine system its important to choose a control valve that has an appropriate Cv (or Kv) flow coefficient for the true valve position which is going to be used. It is very important to learn the red blood cell distribution width as it plays a significant part in diagnosing a disease. What Does Cv Stand for the Ultimate Convenience Another opinion can be helpful in assisting you to craft a well-polished CV. Regardless of whet her you take advantage of a CV or resume, you have to thoroughly edit your document. My very first tip starts before you even consider your CV. At times, a CV joint doesnt arrive separately. Tailoring your CV is vital and thus the more effort that you put into it the better. Writing a strong CV may be a frustrating procedure. Picking out the proper CV to highlight your abilities and experiences is vitally important. So make sure that you position yourself clearly in keeping with the role being applied for in the Professional Profile at the start of your CV. Also, in the majority of countries including UK, its better to continue to keep your CV plain and formal in place of creative. In america and Canada, theres a difference between a CV and a resume. In america, the primary difference between a CV and a resume is the function of the documents. Up in Arms About What Does Cv Stand for? The information that you put in your CV is essential, but if it isnt formatted properly a nd laid out in a transparent fashion, it is likely that it will be overlooked. There is an abundance of resume postings through internet forms or emails. Check your main URL (and every link you have in your on-line CV) on a standard basis. Formatting a CV for a PhD application is fairly straightforward and straight-forward, but there might be variations across different regions of academia, therefore its better to consult with members of your distinct department, regarding any specifics attached to your area. The skills-based CV permits you to concentrate on the skills you have developed in a variety of regions of your life. A sharp-looking document proves that you have the capacity to present yourself with professionalism and fashion. As your principal advertising and absatzwirtschaft piece, your resume says a good deal about you. Since you may see, tailoring your resume can only benefit your work search. The Key to Successful What Does Cv Stand for Your profile statement on top of your CV should also be somewhat short, two or three sentences. Make certain you have a duplicate of the work description when filling in the form. Think about it as the personal letterhead near the top of your professional resume. If you need assistance determining how to compose a CV, it can be useful to seek advice from a template. You might be requested to submit a CV when applying for work in academia or a job outside the usa. In case the work description employs the very same job title as the one already at the very top of your resume, then youre all set. To compose the very best CV and stick out from the crowd, target the document to the job youre applying for. In a CV, for instance, if youre asking for work in education, you may want to set your teaching experience at the very top of your CV.