Academic Options and Work When Looking For a Graduate Chemistry Tutor

Academic Options and Work When Looking For a Graduate Chemistry TutorIf you are a chemistry major, your future is very bright and so is your chance to earn some money by becoming an undergraduate chemistry tutor. Although graduate courses are highly recommended, it is very much appreciated that it is better for you to start as an undergraduate student in this program.Chemists are those who have a strong interest and passion for chemistry and that is why it is not recommended for those who just enrolled at school to become a teaching assistant or tutor. You must make sure that you have all the required qualifications to go to university or college to pursue a degree in this area. Your academic skills and dedication will help you become a chemistry teacher as well as a tutor.Obtaining an undergraduate chemistry certificate is a good start if you are looking forward to becoming a tutor. These certificates have a long term financial benefit and since they last a few years, you can save a lot of money as well. Other important things to consider before going to college include your knowledge and expertise, availability and transferability of information, how prepared you are to study at a particular time, and how you can cope with financial problems.But regardless of the reason, the best way to do is to continue your studies and then eventually to get your master's degree in chemistry. Studying a master's degree at the university will be a better option because you can get a job and get a salary while studying.The best way to get a job as a teacher is to go to a reputable institution such as a college that offers a master's degree in chemistry. It is worth taking into consideration that a master's degree in chemistry does not only prepare you for a successful career in chemistry but also in other fields of science as well.A master's degree in chemistry will give you more opportunities to become a research scientist, an administrative assistant, a clinical nurse or ev en a chemical engineer. As a chemistry teacher, your job is to assist the students and teach them the chemistry concepts and theories. There are also special tests that can help you prepare for these positions.To get a faculty position, you need to complete an internship and a written exam. These things will be very helpful for you when applying for a post in a chemical engineering department.

How to Prep for a College Job Fair

How to Prep for a College Job Fair via pixabay.com 1. Bring several copies of your resume. One of the most important things you can bring with you to a job fair is your resume. This piece of paper is something you can put in the hands of those who are hiring so they can remember you later on. Make sure youve edited your resume multiple times and gotten several opinions on formatting, use of verbs, and organization. Your schools career center will likely have professionals who dedicate their daily lives to reading college student resumes and aiding in the job search. Before you attend your college job fair, make sure your resume is as close to perfect as possible. Writing a resume can be challenging and intimidating. Its tough to know what your industry expects, and there are way too many online templates to choose from. Research tips on  making your resume stand out  to human resources managers prior to completing and printing out several copies of your resume. 2. Dress appropriately. When you attend a job fair, youre making a first impression on the company. If you show up in your sweaty gym clothes, potential employers will be anything but impressed. Remember that first impressions cannot be redone. If youre serious about getting a job after college, ensure that when you attend a job fair and meet professionals in the field, youre dressed as if youre interviewing for the job on the spot because oftentimes, thats exactly what a job fair is. Outfits that are acceptable for job interviews are also acceptable for job fairs. Though I would say youre safe if youre slightly more casual than formal interview wear. Employers understand that you might be coming from class, so theres a chance youre going to be in shoes that are a bit more comfortable to walk in than your dressy ones. However, theres no excuse for showing up to a career fair in shorts and a t-shirt. I would  not  recommend throwing away your chance at a job because of a wardrobe faux-pas. via Pixabay.com 3. Do your research. Showing up to a career fair without any information about employers who will be in attendance is one of the worst ways to prepare for a job fair. Colleges will most likely publish a list of employers who will be in attendance often organized by industry. Spend some time looking over this list and prioritizing the employers that youre most interested in (more on this in the next point). Otherwise, you could waste your time talking to employers that dont offer what youre looking for. One of the best ways to research companies is to talk with a current employee. Its pretty unlikely that youre going to personally know someone who works for the company youre most interested in, but this is where upperclassmen can come in handy. Reach out to classmates youve had that have graduated and gotten jobs. They could be some of your best resources when it comes to finding a job for yourself! The one thing you  absolutely do not want to do  is show up to a career fair with absolutely no knowledge about any of the employers in attendance. Itll make you look completely unprepared and irresponsible. This isnt to say that you cant visit tables of employers youre not as familiar with its just to point out how ill-prepared you look if you walk up to an employer and expect them to sell  you  on what they have to offer. Sure, employers know theyre competing with everyone else in attendance. But it looks pretty bad when your introduction to an employer begins with so tell me about you guys. Employers will be much more impressed if you know your stuff upon opening a conversation with whoever is there to represent them. created by Lorena Roberts via Piktochart.com 4. Prioritize your interests. There are going to be hundreds of employers at this job fair trust me. If your university has gone through the trouble of scheduling a job fair, theyre going to make sure its loaded with potential employers. Because it can be overwhelming to walk into a job fair and approach employers, prioritize those you are most interested in speaking with. I wouldnt suggest showing up and lolly-gagging from table to table, hoping you come across your dream job. Preparing for a career fair requires you take time beforehand to really do your research. Plus, companies are highly impressed when students can show theyve dedicated time to researching a company and their goals. Consider reaching out to HR before the career fair expressing your excitement for meeting one of their representatives on campus. That way, when you show up to the fair, someone is already expecting you and youll have a starting point for conversation. This is probably better advice for upperclassmen who are on the verge of graduating. As a freshman, its not as important that youre on a first name basis with the HR supervisor. But as you move through your college career, consider ways you can network with companies youre most interested in working for. 5. Be prepared to give a pitch. Career fairs are about selling yourself and your abilities. When you travel from table to table, representatives from companies will ask you about yourself, your interests, and your career goals. Be prepared to strike up a conversation with a professional regarding the things youre interested in, some of your favorite classes, and any experiences youve had that would make you valuable to their company. If you need help writing or rehearsing your elevator pitch, reach out to your schools career services center. They specialize in making sure youre prepared to land a job after college. It can be intimidating to try and write an elevator pitch on your own and its hard to know what youre up against as far as competition with your fellow classmates. Universities have career service departments to help students with things like this! Youll be able to meet with someone whose sole purpose is to help you land your dream job. Most likely, theyll be with you every step of the way from writing your pitch to practicing and perfecting it for the employers youre most interested in. 6. Know what  not  to bring. Employers know that youre visiting the fair in between classes, but, if at all possible, stop back by your apartment or vehicle to drop off your bulky belongings. While its generally acceptable to show up to a career fair with friends, I wouldnt suggest traveling from table to table together. Be confident enough to branch out on our own and talk to potential employers without your BFF by your side. Food and drink is a total no-no, unless its your refillable water bottle. Showing up to a table holding your Subway sandwich is going to make you look like nothing more than a  total goon.   My advice? Eat a snack beforehand and only show up to a career fair with a bottled water if you need it. Carrying around a soda, a snack, or other eateries just makes you look like you werent prepared for a college job fair. Employers remember things like this though you may think they dont. You probably dont want to be the one they remember as the girl with the sauce on her face. Potential employers have taken time out of their busy schedules to meet with college students who could potentially become employees. Walking up to a table with a greasy sandwich in your hands is a total turn-off. via Pixabay.com 7. Have a plan for following up with some of your top choices. Collect business cards, email addresses, and names of the companies youre interested in pursuing. Come up with a game plan for following up with them! Whether you send an email thanking them for their time or getting more information, employers like to hear from you after theyve met with you. You can truly seal the deal by making sure you have a plan for how youll follow up with the employers you favored most. College job fairs can be intimidating especially if its your first go-round. But after you get the hang of things, youll realize that these career fairs are gold mines  for ensuring you have a shot at a job after graduation. Its the perfect place to network and make connections with professionals in your field and get your name out there. Students will often attend more than one career fair. The more opportunities you can take advantage of, the better! So as soon as you feel prepared to start showing up to these events do it! The more practice you get meeting employers, the better. Youll be glad you did it when it comes to making those student loan payments after graduation. Attending your universitys career fair might be intimidating at first, but there are ways you can ensure youre completely prepared to hit a home run with every employer you talk to. Make sure you show up with plenty of copies of your resume, dressed for the job, with the background knowledge you need to make conversation with the employers in attendance. The earlier you get experience with attending career fairs, the more practice youll have, and the more likely itll be that youll land your dream job after graduation.

ADEC, ADVETI, IAT - Whats the difference

ADEC, ADVETI, IAT - Whats the difference Abu Dhabi - and the UAE in general - is one of the most popular destinations for Teach Away educators, and the ADEC, ADVETI, and IAT programs hire hundreds of educators each year to teach in the UAE. It can be tough to keep these programs straight, so keep this quick guide handy! ADEC ADEC (Abu Dhabi Education Council) is Abu Dhabi’s ministry of education, the entity that oversees public school education in the emirate. Students in Abu Dhabi public schools receive English-medium education (English immersion) in certain subjects and grade levels. What positions are usually available? Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School Math, Middle School English, Middle School Science, High School Science, Vice Principal, Principal, higher level administration Do I need a teaching license? Yes What are the other requirements? All candidates for teaching positions must have a minimum of two years of experience in that specific subject and grade level. Requirements for higher level administrators vary by job, but candidates will need several years of previous experience in that position. Where are schools located? All schools are located within the emirate of Abu Dhabi, in Abu Dhabi City, Al Ain, or Al Gharbia. ADVETI The Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute (ADVETI) is a highly esteemed public vocational institution. Students are at the high school or university level and training in a variety of diploma or certificate programs. What positions are usually available? Many! Current job openings will always vary, but in general, expect to see the following: English, Math, Natural Sciences, Computer Sciences/Engineering, Business, Health Care, Visual Arts, and more. Do I need a teaching license? Not for most positions, although it is preferred What are other requirements? All applicants will need a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject field, and a Master’s is preferable. The academic subjects (English, Math, Science) will require a minimum of 3 years of previous teaching experience. Other vocational subjects (Health Care, Business, etc) usually require three years of experience, although this can be a mix of teaching and industry experience. Where are schools located? ADVETI institutes are located in Abu Dhabi City, Al Ain, Al Gharbia, or in the emirate of Sharjah. IAT The Institute of Applied Technology (IAT) has campuses across the United Arab Emirates. High school- and university-aged students attend for the chance to receive a career-focused technical education in a largely English environment. What positions are usually available? IAT positions include English, Math, Natural Sciences, and Computer Sciences/Engineering, as well as a varying number of specialized positions. Do I need a teaching license? No What are other requirements? Candidates will need a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject field (a Master’s is preferred). English, Math, and Science teachers will need at least 3 years of teaching experience at the high school or college level. Engineering teachers will need either 3 years of teaching experience or 3 years of industry experience. Where are schools located? IAT has campuses in several emirates in the UAE: Dubai, Abu Dhabi (including Abu Dhabi City and Al Ain), Ras al-Khaimah, and Fujairah.

Is German Pride Still Taboo

Is German Pride Still Taboo at the Sachsenhausen Crematorium Memorial This summer, I went with my Holocaust Memory in the Present class to Germany and Poland.  During this time, we were   fortunate enough to participate in Annamaria Orla-Bukowskas Holocaust class with international students at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow. We were divided into groups and assigned questions to discuss.  In my group’s discussion, we talked with each other about the different ways in which we were introduced to the subject of the Shoah in school.  A girl who had grown up in Germany brought up the idea of a kind of unspoken, understood way that the Germans still punish themselves as a people for letting Nazism happen.  She said that they do not  ever sing the national anthem, wave the flag, or even cheer for Germany except at football games. She explained  that doing any of these things outside of appropriate settings is taboo. She told us about how a guy she went to school with started singing the national anthem in the hall randomly, as a joke or something , and people responded by saying, “What are you, a Nazi?” When in Germany, we learned of the ever present “German guilt” and noticed many leftovers from Nazism such as the architecture and the eerie prevalence of blue-eyed people, but until speaking with this girl, I hadn’t realized that there was an expectation for Germans to lack national pride.  As a person coming from America, a country that can be sickeningly prideful, this seemed really odd to me. part of an exhibit in the Galicia Jewish Museum- Krakow, Poland This wariness against nationalism does make sense considering German history, but is it really still prominent?  In his article German Identity, Long Dormant, Reasserts Itself,  Nicholas Kulish gives several examples of the positive resurgence of German culture, but he also notes the lack of concern with which the younger generations seem to have about the past. There is  a problem here.  Do these things have to go hand in hand?  Do we have to forget in order to move on?  I think it is  great that German culture is thriving, but it  is  unsettling to think that there lies  a detachment forming between people and history.  Philosopher Jürgen Habermas also cautions this return to normality in his article Germanys mindset has become solipsistic.  The title pretty much says it all. a Buddy Bear in Berlin So, will there ever be a time when its okay to be German?  Can you be proud of your country while still acknowledging its grave history, or are these things mutually exclusive?

How I Learned Survival Japanese in Under 30 Days.

How I Learned Survival Japanese in Under 30 Days. Hi, my name is Sam Bleakly, and Im the community manager here at italki.com. Im also an enthusiastic traveler, and an amateur language learner. I am currently learning Mandarin Chinese, as I live and work in China, but I dont speak Spanish, German, French or any other Romance language fluently so Im certainly not a linguist. Im just a regular guy who is lazy at the best of times. In May, however, I finally got motivated to learn a new language. Read on to find out how I did it! THE ORIGIN OF MY INTEREST In May, I found out that I was going to have an opportunity to go on a short trip to Tokyo with some friends. I had always dreamt about going to Japan. Growing up in Milwaukee Wisconsin, my older brother, Mike, was crazy about Japanese animation, and in my teenage years I myself developed a similarly unhealthy obsession to a Japanese arcade game called Dance Dance Revolution [Im pleased to report that I was able to cross playing DDR in Tokyo off of my bucket list]. THE CHALLENGE At italki, we had an idea for a Japanese language challenge to see how much functional Japanese I could learn before I went on my trip. I decided to take on the challenge, because I thought that having a goal and a stop-loss deadline would help to keep me motivated and accountable. For 30 consecutive days, I took casual conversational lessons with a Japanese  community tutor on italki and studied hard for 5 days before I left. THE RESULTS Im pleased to report that, as a result of 30 one-hour lessons, I was able to do the following with confidence: Take a cab and direct them to a subway station. Ask for directions to a subway station. Ask for directions to a park. Ask for directions to a bathroom. Ask people for their name. Ask people if they knew English or Chinese. Explain that I was visiting a friend. Explain what I did for work. Explain where I was from. Explain where I lived. Greet People. Ask for Tea. Order Food. Ask the cost of items. Ask if a shopkeeper had an item. Tell people that I couldnt speak/understand Japanese. While visiting YoYogi Park we were able to see an amazing duo of University Students who were signing and playing popular song covers on Guitar. After their performance I asked to record a small video of me attempting to speak Japanese with her. THE SIDE BENEFITS One of the side benefits of learning Survival Japanese was the heightened level of service and respect I felt I received. This reminds me of the following quote: When you speak to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head.  When you speak to a man in his native language, that goes to his heart.  Nelson Mandela After this trip, I really believe in Mandelas quote as it turned the people I was interacting with into fast friends who were eager to help and guide me in my travels. THE TAKE-AWAYS FOR LANGUAGE LEARNERS This trip and the challenge taught me a number of things that I think can be useful for other language learners. #1 Anyone can learn a language. If I can do it, so can you ! #2 Setting a goal is key! Because I had a deadline [my trip to Japan], it really pushed me to learn. If you have no goal, and no pressure [be it a personal goal, or a real situation where you will need to speak a language], then the chances of you staying motivated and disciplined become a lot harder. Make your goal now [Some goal ideas: Record a youtube video in 30 days of me speaking in a foreign language; Plan a trip abroad and use that timeline to push you; Take a test in that language, like the HSK for Mandarin Chinese]. #3 Learning a language can open up so many opportunities Because I could speak Japanese, I was able to communicate with so many more learners that if I couldnt speak a word. It made Japan more accessible to me, and made the experience unforgettable! I hope that my experience can motivate other language learners to set and reach a goal. If you have interesting ways in which you keep yourself motivated, set them below. How I Learned Survival Japanese in Under 30 Days. Hi, my name is Sam Bleakly, and Im the community manager here at italki.com. Im also an enthusiastic traveler, and an amateur language learner. I am currently learning Mandarin Chinese, as I live and work in China, but I dont speak Spanish, German, French or any other Romance language fluently so Im certainly not a linguist. Im just a regular guy who is lazy at the best of times. In May, however, I finally got motivated to learn a new language. Read on to find out how I did it! THE ORIGIN OF MY INTEREST In May, I found out that I was going to have an opportunity to go on a short trip to Tokyo with some friends. I had always dreamt about going to Japan. Growing up in Milwaukee Wisconsin, my older brother, Mike, was crazy about Japanese animation, and in my teenage years I myself developed a similarly unhealthy obsession to a Japanese arcade game called Dance Dance Revolution [Im pleased to report that I was able to cross playing DDR in Tokyo off of my bucket list]. THE CHALLENGE At italki, we had an idea for a Japanese language challenge to see how much functional Japanese I could learn before I went on my trip. I decided to take on the challenge, because I thought that having a goal and a stop-loss deadline would help to keep me motivated and accountable. For 30 consecutive days, I took casual conversational lessons with a Japanese  community tutor on italki and studied hard for 5 days before I left. THE RESULTS Im pleased to report that, as a result of 30 one-hour lessons, I was able to do the following with confidence: Take a cab and direct them to a subway station. Ask for directions to a subway station. Ask for directions to a park. Ask for directions to a bathroom. Ask people for their name. Ask people if they knew English or Chinese. Explain that I was visiting a friend. Explain what I did for work. Explain where I was from. Explain where I lived. Greet People. Ask for Tea. Order Food. Ask the cost of items. Ask if a shopkeeper had an item. Tell people that I couldnt speak/understand Japanese. While visiting YoYogi Park we were able to see an amazing duo of University Students who were signing and playing popular song covers on Guitar. After their performance I asked to record a small video of me attempting to speak Japanese with her. THE SIDE BENEFITS One of the side benefits of learning Survival Japanese was the heightened level of service and respect I felt I received. This reminds me of the following quote: When you speak to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head.  When you speak to a man in his native language, that goes to his heart.  Nelson Mandela After this trip, I really believe in Mandelas quote as it turned the people I was interacting with into fast friends who were eager to help and guide me in my travels. THE TAKE-AWAYS FOR LANGUAGE LEARNERS This trip and the challenge taught me a number of things that I think can be useful for other language learners. #1 Anyone can learn a language. If I can do it, so can you ! #2 Setting a goal is key! Because I had a deadline [my trip to Japan], it really pushed me to learn. If you have no goal, and no pressure [be it a personal goal, or a real situation where you will need to speak a language], then the chances of you staying motivated and disciplined become a lot harder. Make your goal now [Some goal ideas: Record a youtube video in 30 days of me speaking in a foreign language; Plan a trip abroad and use that timeline to push you; Take a test in that language, like the HSK for Mandarin Chinese]. #3 Learning a language can open up so many opportunities Because I could speak Japanese, I was able to communicate with so many more learners that if I couldnt speak a word. It made Japan more accessible to me, and made the experience unforgettable! I hope that my experience can motivate other language learners to set and reach a goal. If you have interesting ways in which you keep yourself motivated, set them below.

Types of Flasks Chemistry - How Do They Differ?

Types of Flasks Chemistry - How Do They Differ?Different types of flasks have different purposes. One can identify those that are used for science experiments and those that are used in hospitals, to keep patients well.Alcohol flasks are commonly used by doctors to store alcohol for their patients who suffer from alcohol addiction. Alcohol flasks also come in various sizes that helps the doctor to adjust the volume of alcohol that is present in the container. The bottom of a flask has holes or faucets where the liquid in the bottle is poured out.Flasks can be used in laboratories for holding chemicals, acids, acids and water. Chemistry experiments can be carried out with the help of these devices.Lab glassware consists of several types of laboratory flasks. These are commonly made up of stainless steel, glass, plastic and acrylic. Glass bottles can be found in all shapes and sizes and can be used to store and to transport chemicals.Biochemical bottles that are used for biochemistry l aboratories are quite popular. These are simple and handy, allowing a lot of flexibility and other features that make them attractive. There are few other kinds of glass bottles that are also available in the market.There is the canister type of bottles, which are particularly made to hold oil. They are made up of toughened polystyrene (Styrofoam) with mesh or nylon bags. Sometimes there are the canister type of bottles that are used for transportation of liquids. With these, the liquids are heated in a container and then let the gases escape through holes in the canister.There are many uses of flasks, and the one we are going to talk about is the scientific one. In laboratories, flasks help to contain and transport chemicals. Chemists use them to store and transport materials that can be hazardous if not stored properly.

How to Plan a Rutgers Tutoring Schedules

How to Plan a Rutgers Tutoring SchedulesTo provide personalized tutoring to all students at the Rutgers University, a tutoring schedule is created. There are many important factors that have to be kept in mind while forming a schedule for tutoring students. To begin with, it has to be based on the number of hours that each student has to devote for tutoring.The tutoring schedule should also include the course(s) that students can enroll in and the dates for which they are offered tutoring. If the program that students enroll in has a specific date for the completion of the course, this has to be included in the schedule. It should also include the date of the final examination. This will help the tutors to plan their schedule properly. Moreover, the student's attendance record should also be considered while planning the tutoring schedule.While deciding the exact amount of time that a student has to spend for tutoring, it has to be remembered that there are many people working at the college campus. The tutors will be on a continuous tour of the college campus and thus need to keep track of these people's schedule.It has to be remembered that the education department will be the main employer of the tutors. In fact, the college campus is also the primary employer of the tutors. So it has to be kept in mind that the tutors will have to be flexible with their schedule. There will be no need to make an hour's delay in the timetable or in the timings of the schedules.It has to be remembered that it is the main concern of the college faculty that the academic records of the students are well maintained. In fact, it has to be kept in mind that every student will be required to submit his/her own transcript to the college. As such, the attendance record of the students is of utmost importance.It has to be remembered that the college staff and the tutors will be required to attend business class during their commute. Thus, the timings for the student to attend classes and the business class should be kept in mind while forming the schedule. In fact, it has to be remembered that there may be many classes being taught simultaneously by the teachers.Lastly, it has to be remembered that the system of splitting the day schedule into two halves has to be made. One half will be devoted to the subjects covered in the first half and the other half will be used for the subjects covered in the second half. In fact, it has to be remembered that students studying in the first half will have to attend lectures and class discussions while students studying in the second half will have to attend lectures and class discussions. In fact, it has to be remembered that in some cases the students will be taught more than one subject.

The Right Way to Connect with a Stranger on LinkedIn - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / The Right Way to Connect with a Stranger on LinkedIn - Introvert Whisperer The Right Way to Connect with a Stranger on LinkedIn Career Attraction August 18, 2014 Career Development, Communication, Networking No responses Go to top Last week, I received an informational interview request from a stranger as a direct message on LinkedIn. Despite my very busy schedule, I decided to take his call. Over the weekend, I asked myself, “Why did I agree?” Let’s take his email apart and identify its four essential elements so you can use them in your own LinkedIn networking communications. Networking with strangers on LinkedIn can give you great results if you’re deliberate in the process. First, here’s the email I got over LinkedIn from J.: Hi Joshua, I noticed we are both connected to M. F. â€" how do you know M.? I first met her at J.P., and she actually photographed my wedding. Small world. I wanted to touch base with you because I saw an open position at J.R. I thought would be a great fit for me. I’m located in Portland now, and do social media strategy for a digital marketing agency here in town. It’s a fun role, but you know how agencies are â€" fingers in a lot of different businesses, but no ability to truly own a marketing program. It looks like I would be able to do that with the Marketing Communications Manager role that is posted. Would you mind if I called you some time this week to hear about your experience at J.R. and your perspective on the marketing organization there? I’d really appreciate it. J. Now, let’s look at the takeaways: 1. Lead with Something in Common J. begins his email by pointing out our mutual friend M.F., and although I know M.F. from my sister’s college days, what really got my attention was that M.F. was the photographer at his wedding. With LinkedIn, there is a danger your first-degree connection isn’t really a close friend. I went through an Open Networking phase, and about 100 people in my LinkedIn network are complete strangers to me. Don’t assume just because they’re connected that they know each other. J. took a calculated risk. However, he mitigated that risk by further sharing a personal tidbit: he’s married, and our mutual connection photographed his wedding. As another recently married guy, I can very much relate to his situation (i.e., he has my sympathy). 2. Get to the Point â€" Fast J. wastes no time on BS or apologies. He’s writing to me because he saw an open position at a company with which I have a relationship, and he thinks he’d be a fit. Notice he says, “I saw an open position.” He doesn’t assume I know anything about this position. In fact, it was news to me. So I can infer he’s not assuming I’m any kind of decision-maker. I know this is going to be a purely informational interview. Furthermore, he concludes the email by reaffirming that he’s just looking to hear about my experience with J.R., the company, and my perspective on its marketing organization. My guard goes down, because I know he’s not going to put me on the spot or ask me for more than just my opinion. 3. What Makes You Qualified? Without bragging, J. makes it clear that he’s a serious candidate, not one of those job fisherman. He tells me he already works at an agency and that even though he enjoys his current agency, he’s looking for more. He wants to “truly own a marketing program.” It might occur to me, after all, that if he already has a job, why is he looking to make a change? That concern is assuaged. 4. What Do You Want from Me? J. concludes his email with, “Would you mind if I called you sometime this week,” meaning I won’t have to do anything except wait for a phone call and talk to him. Sounds easy. I would have even mentioned the exact amount of time such a conversation would have taken: “Would you mind if I called you this week for just 10 or 15 minutes?” Other Observations You may have also noticed… The email was very short. It took me less than 30 seconds to read. J. named the position he was after, did his research, and I know he won’t waste my time. He is sensitive to and grateful for my time. (“I would really appreciate it…”) The next time you’re reaching out to someone new over LinkedIn, consider bringing in one or more of these elements to your message. I’m sure it will make a big difference in your response rate. Any successful messages you’ve sent on LinkedIn? Please share them in the comments so we can learn from each other! This article originally appeared on Ragan.com and Career Enlightenment and was republished with permission by Career Attraction. 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Career Planning 101 The Basics You Need to Propel Your Career - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Career Planning 101 The Basics You Need to Propel Your Career - Introvert Whisperer Career Planning 101: The Basics You Need to Propel Your Career All too often, we launch our careers simply by chance rather than by deliberate direction, and the direction we head after that looks very haphazard. While hard work and great results can definitely benefit your career trajectory, it still needs some consistent planning to really get the best results. Even if you’ve been working for ages and never thought to do some career management for yourself, it’s not too late to deploy some of these tactics to manage your career. If you are a newly minted graduate, you can fold these into your ongoing planning from day 1. Tactics to manage your career: 1. Have a Goal in Mind Even if you change your mind, continually be aiming at some specific career goal. It could be a promotion, advancement or an assignment to be pursued. Having a goal in mind helps shape your other actions. Without a goal, there’s no telling where you will end up. (Like this thought? Tweet it!) 2. Get Knowledgeable About the Criteria for Attaining Your Goal Questions you should be continuously asking are: What does it take to be promoted to the next level? To receive advancement? To be assigned to a juicy project? This is like climbing a mountain; you first need to decide which mountain. Once you do that, you can figure out the best way to get to your destination and what you need to support the climb. 3. Analyze Your Shortages With your goal in mind, you need to turn your attention to what you need to equip yourself with in order to be qualified to attain your goal. There may be a skill you need to develop or level up, and if that is true, how will you accomplish it? You may need to enroll in a class or seek someone out to train you. It’s safe to say that with all goals, there is action and knowledge required to get there. 4. Get Insight You would do well to speak to the people who have accomplished what you want to do. These people can provide you with great insight and information about the nature of the work and what they had to do to achieve what they did. While your path may be somewhat different, this type of information can prove invaluable, especially if there is some political work needed. Political turf is not always plain to see, and it’s good to get the “lay of the land”. 5. Create Accountability One thing about our own personal goals is that there’s no one but ourselves to push us and hold us accountable for taking the steps to achieve our goals. There are various things you can do to help you stay true to your commitment, starting with putting dates on your actions or steps. You can also involve someone in your plan, such as your boss, mentor or coach. If you ask someone to keep you accountable and ask you about your progress, it will help create a positive “tension” to keep you on task. 6. Prepare to Update Your Plan I once heard a saying, “A plan cannot withstand a collision with reality.” That means things happen that will cause your plan to stray off of its path. This is natural, but it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have a plan. It simply means you need to continually update your plan as various circumstances present setbacks or opportunities. It’s good for you to refresh your plan at least every 6 months, or whenever some significant changes affect either your direction or actions. The management of your career is your responsibility; and you have to know that it may or may not go anywhere without your guidance. The effort you put into the thinking and ongoing planning will pay you back with the benefit of a career you love. Plus you will feel the direction is largely in your control. Who wouldn’t love that? Go to top Do you know what your next career step is?   Many people don’t. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my eBook on how to construct your Career SMART Goals â€" that will help you put together your actions and keep you accountable.   Get your copy now and start your action plan today: CLICK HERE Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleash your professional potential. Which of these career management tactics could you stand to brush up on? Share your thoughts in the comments! Image: Photobucket