The top companies hiring in April 2017

The top companies hiring in April 2017 by Michael Cheary April: a month synonymous with terrible Easter-related puns. Also, jobs… There’s a lot more to look forward to at this time of year than a few Bank Holidays and eating yourself into a chocolate-induced stupor. As the start of the new financial year for most companies falls in April, it means that a lot of the UK’s biggest businesses are on the lookout for new staff. That’s where you come in.To help you find a job that makes you really love Mondays, here are five companies you could be working for right now:  BenefitFeel like your career needs a makeover?Set-up by twin sisters, Jean and Jane Ford, in mid-1970s San Francisco, Benefit has gone on to become a global phenomenon â€" selling makeup to the masses at over 2,000 counters in 30 countries worldwide.Which isn’t bad going for a business that was started on the flip of a coin*.They’re currently recruiting for Beauty Advisors, Account Managers and Brow Experts to work in stores across the countr y. And aside from an excellent atmosphere, advantages of being friends with Benefit include summer time working, generous commission schemes and all the free Benetint you could ever ask for.Whoever said beauty wasn’t skin deep…Locations: Throughout the UKView all jobs with BenefitCostaFor some people, productivity comes easily in the morning. For everyone else, there’s coffee.Luckily, Costa, the UKs favourite coffee shop, understands this important distinction. And whether you’re searching for a skinny cappuccinos on your commute through Canary Wharf, or you’re set on finding the perfect flat white in Wolverhampton, Costa are there for you.They’re going to be filling a range of vacancies throughout the year â€" and are on the lookout for people with a positive mindset and a good work ethic to join the team. Also, a passion for caffeine.And if you’re not interested in becoming the next great Barista, don’t panic. Roles on offer right now range from marketing and PR, t hrough to financial services and HR.So, if you’re interested in getting a new daily grind, apply for a job with Costa today. At the very least, you’ll get to avoid the queues.Costa: Never a dull cup career.Locations: Throughout the UK.View all jobs with CostaDeloitteDeloitte is the largest professional services network in the world and one of the ‘big four’ firms, which also includes PwC, Ernst Young and KPMG.They provide audit, consulting, financial advisory, risk management, tax advice, and a whole host of other related services to clients. Not only are their services available in over 150 countries, they also make around £20billion a year.Something which would be pretty tough without the 240,000 staff they employ worldwide.They’re recruiting for Accountants, Payroll Managers, HR professionals, and a whole host of other roles, to help move their business forward in 2017. Salaries are generous, and there are a lot of opportunities for career advancement available.So no t only will you get to work for one of the world’s most respected companies, you’ll also be able to get the pay (and progression) that comes with it.See, business decisions don’t always have to be difficult…Locations: Throughout the UKView all jobs with DeloitteKurt GeigerThey say you should never judge someone until you’ve walked a mile in their shoes. And, if they’re a pair made by Kurt Geiger, you’ll probably be a fan.The high-end shoe sellers have been at the forefront of fashionable footwear for over 50 years. And the key to their success has been that they’ve refused to stand still in their pursuit of greatness.They’re looking for people who are passionate about boots, big brands and all things fashion, who will live and breathe the seasons â€" and keep up-to-date with the latest trends.Roles on offer include Manager, Assistant Manager, Supervisor and Sales Assistants. Based either in their own stores, or in one of their concessions.Searching for a really rew arding career with excellent progression opportunities? Just here for the free shoes?Take your first steps with Kurt Geiger now…Locations: Throughout the UKView all jobs with Kurt GeigerTGI FridayOk, we admit it. Mondays aren’t for everyone. Good food, on the other hand, is.This New York City eatery is probably one of the most recognisable brands in the world. And with a mix of affordable appetisers, cocktails big enough to bathe in and more ‘flair’ than Chotchkie’s, it’s easy to see why.But TGIs isn’t just about finding a truly terrific Long Island Iced Tea the jobs they have on offer are just as impressive (seamless).Throughout April, they’re hiring for Chefs, Porters, Waiters, Door Hosts and more. Many of the roles require little or no previous experience, focussing more on finding the right personality to fit the position.And did we mention that they were voted as the Sunday Times Number One Best Big Company to work for? Also, you’ll be getting 50% off your fo od bill just for being a staff member?TGI Fridays Mondays…Locations: Throughout the UKView all jobs with TGI Friday*It was between makeup and a high-end deli. Think of that the next time you’re getting your eyebrows waxed…Ready to love Mondays?  View all of our current vacancies now.Find a job What Where Search JobsSign up for more Career AdviceSign up for moreCareer Advice Please enter a valid email addressmessage hereBy clicking Submit you agree to the terms and conditions applicable to our service and acknowledge that your personal data will be used in accordance with our privacy policy and you will receive emails and communications about jobs and career related topics. Features

How to Write a Resume and Cover Letter

How to Write a Resume and Cover LetterMost of us have heard the term 'resume writing' but have not worked in a while, therefore we are at a loss as to how to write a resume. To make a resume work, you need to use a template that you can follow or else have a copy of one ready for you.The first thing that you need to write down is your job title. Make sure you leave room for changes if needed. When you are not sure of the details, this is the place to look up your previous job and find out what it was like.The program needs to start with the company name followed by the year. You should also state where you got your employment and at what pay level. This will help the person reading your resume that you know what you are talking about.The next part of the document needs to tell the reader what exactly you have done during your career. Just by stating your position, you might be selling yourself short. Instead, you need to give examples of your work, such as speaking engagements, magaz ine articles, grant writing, book manuscripts and more. By giving a description of your work, it will put the reader more at ease with your ability to accomplish this particular job.Then, you need to describe what made you unique. If you are a computer whiz, then describe your computer skills. If you want the reader to see your creativity, tell them about any public speaking that you have given or any special projects that you have worked on.When describing your experience, make sure you write about your personal details, such as names, addresses, dates of birth, any other personal information you feel necessary. Keep in mind that your cover letter needs to go in your resume as well. And when you are finished, you need to make sure to save your document as a Word document and to attach the cover letter as well. You may have written over 100 resumes, but when you need to summarize what you have done, you will not find a better tool than the resume cover letter.The summary statement i s what you need to finish off your resume. However, do not forget to send this as well. It will give the person reading your resume a glimpse of who you are and what you can do.The reason you need to prepare your resume before sending it is that some people get their resume to other companies while they are doing the summary section, therefore they are actually sending the wrong resume. To avoid this from happening, make sure you include these two sections as well.

6 Ways to Search for New Job Not Risk Current One - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

6 Ways to Search for New Job Not Risk Current One - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career If YOU ALREADY HAVE A JOB, BUT FEEL THE NEED OR DESIRE TO SEARCH FOR A NEW ONE, HOW IN THE WORLD WILL YOU EVER CONDUCT AN EFFECTIVE NEW JOB SEARCH WITHOUT UNDULY RISKING YOUR CURRENT POSITION? Admittedly, it takes some careful planning and precise execution, but it certainly is possibleâ€"if you go about it in a well-thought-out, intelligent manner. While by no means an exhaustive list of things to do (or not to do) to conduct a successful, “under the radar,” new job search without unduly risking your current position, here are at least SIX things to keep in mind. 1. Keep new job search strictly to yourself. Keeping a secret is one of the most difficult things for most people to do. And the more important the secret the more difficult it seems to be to keep it to oneself. That is particularly true where a new job search is concerned, and the closer you come to actually landing a new job the harder it probably is going to be to keep your new job search under wraps. Surely, you might reason, it would be all right to tell your “best friend” at work, wouldn’t it? Probably not. Remember this: A secretâ€"any secretâ€"is no longer a secret if just one more person other than you becomes aware of it. Keep in mind that your “best friend at work” also has other “best friends at work.” How likely would it be that your best friend at work will feel it’s “safe” to tell his/her best friends at work that you’re looking. Soon, your secret could easily be cascading through the ranks at your current job, and it is extremely likely that your current boss will learn about your “disloyalty” sooner rather than later. 2. Conduct ALL search activities away from current job. Oh, how very, very tempting it can be during a new job search to use your current business email address and/or telephone number to communicate with prospective employers or other hiring professionals. Or, to use your work PC to surreptitiously surf the ‘Net for possible new career opportunities. Or, to use the company copy machine to make “just a few copies” of your résumé. After all, everything you need is right there and so convenient, every day, at your current office! Keep this in mind: Each and every time you use any company equipment or systems for any aspect of your new job search you unnecessarily, and quite seriously, risk being found out and shown the exit far sooner than you probably anticipated! Best advice: Conduct ALL new job search activities on your own time, never on “company time” or on company premises. Use your own computer equipment, at home or some other “safe” place. Set up and maintain an email address and contact phone number that are to be used exclusively for your new job search. Always check messages received in conjunction with your new job search off  company premises and while off the company “clock”! (That includes stepping outside the office, but while still on company property, to check job search messages sent to your cell phone!) If you don’t have your own copy machine at home or elsewhere, go to a local print shop and pay for any copies you may need. Caution: Many companies today routinely monitor employees’ telephone, computer and Internet usage and activities, and just for the record, they have done so for quite a number of years. So, err on the side of caution and assume  that your company is among the many companies that so monitor their employees. 3. Network with care. Chances are, once you begin your new job search in earnest, you quite likely will also increase your networking activities. That’s fine, and even highly recommended, but be very, very careful how you act and what you say to others while networking. For example, no matter how dissatisfied you may have become with your current job, never, never say something like this: “Do you know anybody who is looking for a (your professional specialty)? I hate my current job and would take just about anything to get out of there!” Rather, take an approach like this: While I am making satisfactory progress in my current position, I am always on the alert for new, better career opportunities. Can you recommend someone I should be talking to? 4. Watch what you put in your LI profile. Assume that you are a boss and you are checking out the LinkedIn profiles of those under your supervision. (Yes, some bosses routinely do this!) When you come to Jane Smith’s profile you notice that she has indicated that she is “Open to New Career Opportunities.” What would your reaction likely be? Quite probably the same reaction your current boss will have: “Hmm. . . I need to have a little chat with Jane.” 5. Never call in “sick” or use some other bogus excuse to attend a job interview. If you need time off from your current job to attend a face-to-face interview with a potential employer, do NOT call in “sick” or make some other phony excuse to do so. Either take a vacation day or personal day. If asked why you need time off, simply tell your boss that you have to take care of “some personal business” and leave it at that. If at all possible, take that personal/vacation day (or days) on Friday and/or Monday. “Long weekends” generally do not raise suspicions. 6. Take NO precipitate, foolish actions! Perhaps you are familiar with this Old English axiom: “There’s many a slip twixt the cup and the lip.” Certainly this saying can apply to many things in life, but it definitely applies during a new job search. Let’s say, for example, that you have been working with a headhunter in your new job search. You have successfully cleared all the necessary hurdles with a potential new employer. Things are definitely looking very positive! The hiring manager tells the headhunter that she will be making you a firm offer “in a couple of days.” The headhunter of course relays this great news to you and you are understandably ecstatic! NOW can you openly vent your frustrations with your current job to your fellow employees and gloat about the exciting new career opportunity you are about to land? Absolutely not! Until you have a firm offer, in writing, from a new company, you still have nothing but talk and air. Things can, and often do, head south in a heartbeat. All of a sudden the hiring manager says the position you seek has been put “on temporary hold” for “budget reasons” (or some other internal bureaucratic reason). Happens all the time! No ‘Surefire’ Approach . . . But . . . There is of course no surefire approach you can take to absolutely guarantee that your new job search will remain secret. There is always an inherent risk of your current employer ultimately learning of your new job searchâ€"no matter how diligent or careful you are about keeping it strictly to yourself. However, if you will observe and carefully practice the suggestions and recommendations featured in this post, you will significantly reduce this risk. More importantly, you will also significantly reduce the risk of suddenly and quite unexpectedly finding yourself  unemployed and without a paycheck because of your “indiscretion,” thereby  significantly increasing the urgency of your new job search! ______________________________________ This post is based on career management information and advice featured in  Career Stalled? How to Get YOUR Career Back in HIGH Gear and Land the Job You Deserveâ€"Your DREAM Job!, professional headhunter and bestselling job-hunting book author  Skip Freeman’s  NEW book in the  â€œHeadhunter” Hiring Secrets Series of Career Development Management Series of publications. ______________________________________ Skip is the President and CEO of The HTW Group (Hire to Win) Executive Search Group. He is also the author of Headhunter Hiring Secrets: The Rules of the Hiring Game Have Changed . . .Forever!, an international bestselling job hunting book on Amazon.com. The HTW Group currently is recruiting for over 0 job openings! Click here to view all openings! ______________________________________ Going on a job interview soon? Know someone who is?  Check out Skips  How to ACE the Job Interview!  Kindle publication on Amazon.com.

On the Job by Anita Bruzzese 5 Critical Steps to Take When You Quit a Job

On the Job by Anita Bruzzese 5 Critical Steps to Take When You Quit a Job If a great opportunity comes along, you might jump at it. It could be because it offers more money, but it also might be because you feel it gives you a chance to do something you feel passionate about, or perhaps because you feel it's a more stable position. Whatever the reason, it's important that you make a stellar exit. Keep in mind that how you leave a position is often how you are remembered most by colleagues and your boss. And, as we all know, the world is often a small one so quitting a job poorly may come back to haunt you for years to come, perhaps even adversely affecting other job opportunities. This lesson, unfortunately, is one that many people don't understand until it's too late. So, how do you leave a job properly and make such a good impression on co-workers and the boss that they will have nothing but positive things to say about you? You need to: Prepare. Before you tell the boss, understand your companys policy about employees who quit. Some require you to be removed immediately. If this is the case, make sure you have all your personal files removed from your computer and have cleared away any questionable material from your desk. Make it legal.Your resignation letter to your boss should be professional (no sarcasm, hateful comments, etc.) and state clearly your intentions. Include: the date the letter is written, your official last day (two weeks is the common courtesy) and your legal name, along with your signature. This is the letter that will go in your personnel file so theres no need to be long-winded. If you cant think of anything nice to say, think Richard Nixon. He resigned in just seven words, but we all got the point quite clearly. Practice.Rehearse what you plan to say to co-workers and the boss when you decide to quit. Make sure you dont make any disparaging comments about the business, or say something like how not working with such losers anymore will be so nice. Also, dont offer too much information about your future plans, since its not good form to talk about all the exciting opportunities that await you and how youre going to be making loads of money and working with great people, blah, blah, blah. None of that helps your boss or your co-workers, and just makes them sort of, well, hate you. Be a pro until the end.Dont start slacking off on your duties. In fact, you might have to put in some extra time getting files in order; briefing others where you stand on projects; informing your customers who to contact after you leave; leaving notes on where to find information that will be needed; and meeting with the boss to let him know youre trying to dot all the is and cross all the ts before you leave. And, for goodness sake, dont take your departure as a sign to start loading up the backpack with goodies from the supply cabinet. Be absolutely sure you dont take anything that doesnt belong to you, not even a pencil. Check at home to make sure you dont have any company property, and if you do, return it promptly. Exit gracefully.If you have an exit interview, dont use it as a chance to vent any hard feelings. Again, this will get back to the boss, and sink your reputation in his eyes and in others. Remember, bosses talk to other bosses, and human resource people talk to other human resource people. Being seen as difficult and vengeful and taking potshots on your way out the door will not help your career. Also, remember that if you criticize a co-worker today, that same person may just turn out to be a future boss tomorrow. Leaving with a firm handshake and a smile will serve you well in the long run. This is an update of a 2009 post.

The Best Resume Writing Services in New York City Island

The Best Resume Writing Services in New York City IslandAs you search for the best resume writing services in New York City Island, it is important to be prepared to make a good impression. When you are interviewing for any job position, it is important to look and feel your best so that when the time to ask questions arises, you have the confidence needed to be ready.Being prepared in this manner will give you the confidence you need to talk about all of your life's experiences in a way that impresses the hiring manager. It is not enough to have an outstanding resume or even the best story behind it. When you know exactly what you want to tell your interviewer, you will be more confident in asking for the job you are after.In today's business world, you will not be interviewed alone. You will be asked to speak with other people from different organizations. Because of this, you must be able to speak clearly and put a strong foundation of ideas in your introduction.One of the best re sume writing services in New York City Island is New York Writing Services. This company offers several types of services such as development of your professional resume. These professionals will also help you write an effective cover letter. You should also be prepared to speak with other people during your interview process.When you are speaking with other people, it is important to make sure that your presentation is not intimidating. You want to make your image as someone who is friendly and helpful. If possible, use formal wording in conversation so that it does not sound cold.When preparing a resume, be sure to include the most recent education you have had. It is very common for a person who has been working for years to forget about their most recent experience. It is also important to know if you have worked in different capacities in order to better highlight your achievements. If you have had a variety of positions, you can highlight the work you did that was of particula r value.Another aspect of resume writing services is being able to use a great subject line for your document. This is important because it will be the first thing a potential employer sees and when they take a closer look, they will decide whether or not you are the right person for the job. A professional who is a specialist in this area can help you come up with a strong and creative subject line.It is not a good idea to use someone else's subject line. This is because you will be able to better understand the message a person intends to send. Make sure that the subject line is professional and attractive but also something that is believable.

Use this typically unproductive job search strategy - Hire Imaging

Use this typically unproductive job search strategy - Hire Imaging Although many organizations place advertised openings online these days, statistics repeatedly show that about one in 10 people find jobs applying directly to those postings advertised directly on employer sites or job boards. So, why should you do it? The approach Internet postings are placed by employers on their sites or through job boards. We’ll defer discussion of online job advertisements via classified newspapers / magazines, employment agencies and search firms for another time. Then, the job seeker goes online and looks for vacancies that employers publicize there. Processes vary, but normally involve downloading or pasting a resume and cover letter, or completing an online application. The problem In good times, the odds for people finding a new position this way are 1 in 10 or 10 out of 100. Not great. In tough times, the probabilities are lower. More competition. Fewer jobs. Phishing and scam artists. You know what I mean. For those who know me or read my posts, you know that I am a broken record about spending no more than 20% of your job search using this method. Many have the unrealistic notion that sitting at their computer and applying to a vast number of advertised employer openings means they were productive. But more often than not, they hear nothing. No feedback at all. Nada. Why such a dismal success rate? Employers do not post all their openings on the Internet. They often prefer to fill vacancies in-house, or by word of mouth. They often post vacancies online because they’re having trouble finding the right candidate; or they are mandated to put it out there. What I see all the time with job seekers who use this method a lot is a growing lack of self-esteem. John searched for three months using only this method. Failing to find even one that yielded a responseâ€"let alone interviewâ€"he was very down. The potential So why should you devote some time to this approach? Many organizations include career sites that function much like online job boards. They allow you to create profiles, subscribe to alerts, and respond to job openings. Job boards go beyond the big ones like CareerBuilder or Monster. Hundreds of job boards are available that serve a wide range of industries and professionals. You can find openings with employers when the job you are looking for has a common title (like Cloud Computing Specialist). The search can also be fruitful when applying in a field needing new hires. In the past, this has included technology, applied mathematics and engineering. Employer or job-board online ads can also reveal: Which companies and industries are hiring What titles are currently in use What words to use in describing your qualifications Typical job requirements and descriptions, and sometimes salary information Don’t sweat it If you answer these ads and get no response, don’t be concerned. Because of the costs, employers often respond only to those who pass the first screening. Don’t expect an overall hit rate (invitations to interview as a percentage of applications) above the 2% to 10% range. If you consistently have a hit rate above 10%, it’s a good sign that your qualifications, paperwork and target market aligned. On the other hand, if you are responding to numerous appropriate opportunities and have a hit rate below 2%, you might want to revisit your resume and with brutal honestly, as to whether your ‘re a match for what you’ve applied to.  And even if you are and hear nothing, remember the employer perspective above. Respond to online postings that are appropriate for you. But don’t focus a disproportionate amount of energy on them. Reality is that it will probably appear there are more opportunities than there really are. It’s not personal. There are often variables not always obvious. Online job ads are not your best bet. But they’re part of the dashboard. And guess what! Not long ago, my husband was in a job search for an executive software development position. His search lasted several months. He did all the right things. He networked. He did informational interviews. He landed job interviews. But in the end, his current employer posted online. He applied. Yep, it worked. Go figure. I guess the bottom line is to use all means at our disposal! Photo: yummyporky

Gen Ys are Boomers in Low-Rise Jeans

Gen Ys are Boomers in Low-Rise Jeans There is a lot of buzz among career and human resources professionals about Gen Y (people born between the early 1980s and early 1990s). Companies are very interested in learning more about what it takes to recruit and retain the Gen Ys and it will become increasingly important for them to know how to communicate with young job seekers. There are several career bloggers and authors that help companies better understand and embrace the Gen Y culture. And while I admire the insights of many of the people in this space including Penelope Trunk, Dan Schawbel, and Alexandra Levit and I think there is a need for companies to understand what makes Gen Ys tick, Im just not convinced that people from different generations are all that different. Instead, I believe that people want different things at different stages of their life.I recently attended a presentation about generations in the workplace where a Gen Y employee from a leading management consulting firm spoke about what Gen Ys want. And as a member of an older generation, the boomers, I kept saying to myself That sounds like me when I was your age. For example:Gen Ys want to do meaningful work and they dont want to wait long before making a contribution. When I was in my twenties, nothing could happen fast enough for me. The time in between promotions seemed endless.   I resented   some of the mundane, mind-numbing work I was asked to do early in my career. I remember looking at my then 40-year old boss and thinking Am I going to have to wait until I am THAT old before I get to where she is? And despite the fact that I was one of the youngest managers in my division in one of Americas biggest and best known companies, it still wasnt fast enough for me.Gen Ys want their management to communicate and tell them what is going on, even if it is not good news. If the communication is not open, they will go to other resources, mainly social media, to find information. I felt the same way. And while I didnt have Faceb ook and Twitter to give me the scoop, I had a phone and a lunch hour to gossip about what was going on and both methods seemed to work pretty well.Gen Ys want feedback on their performance. I wanted that too. Everyone wants to know that their work is appreciated, that they are on the right track, and that their efforts will pay off in the end. And when you are still new in your career, you want it even more because you are used to getting continuous feedback from your parents and your teachers in school.Gen Ys want flexibility. As a newly minted employee, I wanted to do a good job, but I also wanted a life. I had no problem staying late if I was cut some slack in the morning and I would work on a weekend if there was a benefit to me. While we didnt have as many tools then to create a flexible work environment, we certainly tried our best to create one anyway.So maybe we dont need to figure out what is so different about this generation. Maybe, instead, we just need to remember what it was like to be young. And maybe we also need to realize that what we wanted when we were young isnt always that different from what we want now but maybe we have settled. What did you want early on in your career and how has that shaped what you have now?