Six Steps to Avoid Becoming Obsolete (or Worse) on the Job

The Client: It only seemed natural that James was angry. Wouldn’t you be angry if you were being passed over for a promotion? And this wasn’t the first time. Last month, there was a really big project being drafted by the Leadership Team that was loaded with more authority, more responsibility and, of course, more money. James was sure he was a sure-fit for the position. But to his dismay, it was offered to a younger, less tenured employee. Now a much juicer promotion was on the table and that promised even more than the other position. A company car, high visibility among the company’s Board of Trustees, overseeing a huge division and more prestige than he ever imagined (but so sorely desired). But it was not offered to him. As a matter of fact, not only was it not offered but he was never even considered for the promotion. To make matters even more distasteful, it was offered to an employee whom James used to supervise less than two years ago.

Anger, frustration, resentment and fear combined with a huge dose of denial quickly became intimate and frequent visitors to James’ psyche. How could he be treated so unfair especially in view of all his years of experience and skills? Didn’t that mean anything? Wasn’t he entitled to being recognized for all that he’d given to the company. All those early morning arrivals before anyone got to the office and he was always the last one to leave. Several years ago he launched and completed a very successful project and was congratulated by the President of the company himself. Didn’t that mean anything? How could they treat him so callously. A man of his stature.

The Problem: James’ situation is more common to the workplace than not. In this day of career-minded, not-ready-to-retire Baby Boomers and as-yet-to-be-career-fulfilled Generation Xers (remember them?), the workforce is literally an “Employers Market”. Yet, many of these workers find themselves struggling either to find employment after having been downsized or to feel valued. It is the latter situation that this article is intended to address.

James’ problem was not related to his technical performance, ie., his ability to perform the duties required of his position for which he was hired. He has a long history of receiving stellar performance evaluations by his supervisors. Rather, James’s problem was related to his inability to understand the “new” rules of the workplace and to incorporate them into a regular practice. You see, James started his career believing that if you go to work early, stay late, come in on weekends and always be ready to “take one for the team” then your efforts would be recognized and you would be justly rewarded. Hey, that’s how it worked for his dad, right? Well, yes, but that’s not how the workplace of the 21st century operates any longer. At one time it was, “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” That’s now been rewritten to, “It’s not what you know or who you know. It’s who knows you!”. Loyalty to the employer as well as loyalty to the company used to be the heard on the old job airwaves. Now, the station has a new frequency on station, “WII- FM” or more commonly known as “What’s In It For Me?” The rules have changed and poor James needed help to figure it out. That’s where I came in!

The Solution: James was wounded and needed, even more than a promotion or higher salary, a boost in his self-confidence. Like many others, James’ identity and self-esteem were tightly wound into his job to the point where it was hard to separate the two. Helping James to renew his self-image was job #1. For the purpose of this article, I will condense the timeframe, but since James was motivated to work, he was able to do some remarkable things in a very brief timeframe.

The Outcome: We examined some of his beliefs about himself and looked at the things he values. It wasn’t long before James was able to redefine and separate “who” he is and the core of his essence from his career and vocational Self. James could now see that his worth was more than a paycheck or a promotion or anything external to himself. We then focused on developing strategies to help him improve his chances to getting on-the-job recognition (yes, that is still important to him, but now the degree to which he weighs its importance has been shifted to a more tolerable level).

Here are some highlights of the strategies James and I co-created:

Job Vacancy Indonesia People are hired because they are liked and fired because they’re not! It’s not often that people are hired or promoted solely because of their technical skills. Sometimes the best technical skills a candidate has that makes them a good hire is their ability to drop twenty foot putts with a fair degree of frequency or they can play “like Mike!” More often than not, people are hired because the company feels they “fit” into the existing culture. Find out what your supervisor likes in his/her employees and what he/she values in themselves. Find out why you were hired and make sure you keep those skills and qualities in constant view.

It really is about “who knows you”. Equally important is who knows you. Make it a point to find out who the movers-and-shakers are in the organization and find out why. Informational interviews are effective. Also, asking others why they consider someone to be a leader within the organization is another way to gather helpful information. Once you have the information you need, develop a strategy that ensures they get to know who you are and your value to the company.

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11 Commandments For Smart Negotiating

By Lee Miller

The job market is the best it's been in 20 years. The Commerce Department estimates that U.S. businesses will need to hire one million new computer scientists, engineers, systems analysts and computer programmers by 2005.

Yet graduates with degrees in computer science are being produced at a fraction of the rate needed. The Information Technology Association of America reports 190,000 current job openings for web experts and other information-technology specialists, and similar shortages are cropping up in other industries as well.

These market conditions provide a great opportunity to negotiate an excellent compensation package, but only if you understand how.

There are 11 basic commandments to help you negotiate the best possible deal when changing jobs, whether internally or with a new company. They are: 

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Be prepared. The more information you have about your market value and the prospective employer, the greater your likelihood of success. This is the first commandment because it's the most important. There's a wealth of information available on the Internet, at the public library and through professional associations and networking groups. Time spent learning how to negotiate and preparing for negotiations may be the best investment you'll ever make.

Recognize that employment negotiations are different. When the negotiations are over, you'll have to work with the person with whom you're negotiating. Moreover, your future success may depend on that person. So, while you want to negotiate the best possible deal, you need to do so in a way that doesn't damage your image. At the same time, the employer's primary concern isn't negotiating the least expensive compensation package it can get away with. Rather, their focus will be on getting you to accept the job.

Understand your needs and those of the employer. To be successful in this type of negotiation, you need to examine your priorities. What do you really want? Are you comfortable with a low salary and a large equity stake? Are you able to handle dramatic swings in income from year to year? Understanding your needs will also help you determine the type of company you want to work for. For example, a family-owned company may be able to offer a competitive salary and a large bonus based on results, but may not be willing to offer significant equity to a non-family member. A start-up company, on the other hand, may not be able to offer market salary, but will typically offer stock options. By recognizing what an employer can and can't do, you'll be able to determine what issues you should press.

Understand the dynamics of the particular negotiations. Sometimes you'll have skills that are in great demand. And sometimes, you may be one of several qualified candidates the company would be happy to hire. Sizing up the situation and understanding the relative position of each party will help you determine when to press your advantage and when to back off.

Never lie, but use the truth to your advantage. It's not only wrong to lie, but in employment negotiations, it's ineffective. If you lie during negotiations, sooner or later you're likely to be caught. Once you are, even if you don't lose the offer, you'll be at a tremendous disadvantage, and your credibility will always be suspect. On the other hand, total candor won't be rewarded. You're under no obligation to blurt out everything you know. You can determine what you want to say and how you want to say it, and try to put everything in its most positive light. One key element of your preparation should be to recognize areas of concern so you can rehearse how to handle them when they inevitably come up.

Understand the role fairness plays in the process. The guiding principle for most employers when negotiating is fairness. Within the constraints of their budget and organizational structure, employers usually will agree to anything that's fair and reasonable to hire someone they want. Appeals to fairness are your most powerful weapon. Thus, you should be able to justify every request you make in terms of fairness. For example, if other computer programmers in similar companies are being given sign-on bonuses, you should expect to be treated no differently. Your prospective employer will want you to accept its offer and feel that you've been treated fairly. Understanding the importance of fairness as a negotiating principle can make the difference between success and failure.

Use uncertainty to your advantage. The more information you convey to a potential employer about your bottom line, the more likely it will limit what you get. Before making an offer, a company typically tries to determine what it will take for you to accept the position. With that information, the prospective employer will be able to determine the minimum package it needs to offer. While they may not offer you as little as they can get away with, if you've divulged too much information, they likely won't offer you as much as they might have otherwise. By not disclosing exactly what your current compensation is or exactly what it would take to get you to leave your job, you'll force a potential employer to make its best offer.

Be creative. Consider the value of the total package. Look for different ways to achieve your objectives. Be willing to make tradeoffs to increase the total value of the deal. If you're creative, you can package what you want in ways that will be acceptable to the company. You'll also be able to find creative "trades" that allow you to withdraw requests that might be problematic to the company in return for improvements in areas where the company has more flexibility. That way, you can maximize the value of the package you negotiate.

Focus on your goals, not on winning. Too often in negotiations, the act of winning becomes more important than achieving your goals. And it's also important not to make your future boss feel as if he's lost in the negotiations. You'll have gained little by negotiating a good deal if you alienate your future boss in the process.

Know when to quit bargaining. The one sure way to lose everything you've obtained is to be greedy. There comes a point in every negotiation when you've achieved everything you could have reasonably expected to gain. While most companies will want to treat you fairly and make you happy, few companies want a to hire a prima donna. Being perceived as greedy or unreasonable may cause the deal to fall apart. Even if it doesn't, you'll have done immeasurable harm to your career. This brings us to the 11th and most important commandment:

Never forget that employment is an ongoing relationship. Job negotiations are the starting point for your career with a company. Get too little and you're disadvantaged throughout your career there; push too hard and you can sour the relationship before it begins.

Are You Sabotaging Your Career? A Quintessential Careers Quiz

We all know someone like my father. A great man with good intentions -- maybe even a star contributor, someone who takes on extra work and even ventures to the office on the weekend to test out some new ideas -- someone who can definitely list many revenue-enhancing accomplishments on your resume. 
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Yet, even with all these positives, you know something is not quite right because it's the other folks in your office who get the promotions, big bonuses, or high-profile assignments while you sit by quietly (or not so quietly) steaming.

What gives? An easy target is your boss – maybe s/he is envious of your successes, or maybe s/he is just a bad boss. If you honestly decide it is all about your boss -- then read our article on dealing with a bad boss, Dealing With a Bad Boss: Strategies for Coping.

Maybe it's your co-workers. Perhaps they are envious of you and stabbing you in the back -- or perhaps you have a bit too inflated view of yourself.

The solution? Take a step backwards away from the situation. Is it really your boss or co-workers -- or are you sabotaging your own career? Take our Quintessential Careers Quiz and find out!

Just complete this form. Click on Submit button when ready to send. 

Apply

Apply? You should soon apply? Fear of job? This is not necessary. Even the CEO of the company you want to apply once an application to travel. The same applies to the recruiter that you are likely the first interview with you. But how successful can you apply? Read this article about application, job application and interview tips and you're a long way! Finally, you can lower some links to various sites related to find apply.Invited for an interview 

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Before you even interview at first you may get a letter of application with accompanying CV to send. Read also: How to write a cover letter? Soon you will also find examples of resumes.2 Preparing for interview
For some, applying a breeze. The other is like a mountain against the application to see. Anyone who wants a good job will eventually have to come interview time. The good a job is that you can prepare. The downside is that people also expect you're preparing your interview. That you must prepare your application is vital. How do you prepare for a job? Follow the steps below and you're a long way! If you want to read more about preparing for an interview, please also CVbuilding.nl.2.1 Personal Care
It is a truism, but make sure you look groomed during your application. When you work you should wear a suit, make sure that during your sollicatiegesprek a suit. When in doubt about the clothes you should wear, go for a suit. When you apply more quickly underdressed than overdressed. And your application can only do this once. Then there is the cliché of the first impression. Here you should also look at. So for the job, wash their hands (make sure they stay cool), hair combed, nails trimmed and teeth brushed. Seems obvious, but essential when applying for jobs.2.2 Company
Before you apply, you will do well to read about the company you are applying. It seems a useless suggestion, but it often happens that people do not know exactly what organization they are applying. A good tip is to apply for the annual report of the company where you have sollicitie through it. Furthermore, companies spend a lot of information about themselves on their website. If you are applying for a large organization, make sure you know exactly which department you are applying and know why you just go for this department! Take this research seriously, because in almost every application will test your knowledge about the organization! And be honest, someone who does not know which company they are applying do not you do?2.3 Know yourself
"Of course I know myself!" Everyone thinks they know who he / she is. Yet many applicants apply as a surprise when they asked for both positive and negative sides to tell about themselves. Chances that this will be asked to you. This question is as old as the hills. , Ensuring that you not only know what your good and bad qualities, but do these characteristics to explain with an example from practice. Remove items that are shown by the CVs. For example if you were chairman of a committee during your study time and shows you when your application that you have superior properties, then you can explain that well with a practical demonstration of your committee time.It is also very important that you know who you are, but also where you want to. Now and in five years. Make sure you know what you want. Also this sounds simple, but keep in your application a good story about it and this is reflected in everything you say.2.4 Vision when you apply
In the past it had been revealed: Know what you want. Ask yourself what you expect from the obvious application. Make sure you have clear goals for your interview. Know what you want and what you expect of the interview. Companies make in nine cases out of ten people with a vision very much!3 The Interview
If all goes well, your cover letter and resume with the right invitation for an interview. Most interviews are alike. What is most important is a job interview, and the company is that you know each other better and that during your interview a good impression. In addition, your entire story consistent. Be careful in your application! This is often surreptitiously tested during your application. But how hard they make you during your conversation, stay yourself. Do not be fooled and always keep your goal in mind. Also, if you do not like them during the interview, then chances are that you are not with them (the organization) fits.3.1 Interview Questions
During an interview you can assume you can expect some questions. So you'll usually see your good and bad directions and explain. Furthermore, they will go through your resume here and ask questions about. During a job they usually ask how you as a person reacts to certain situations. A common method here is the STAR method. Sometimes they ask during a job interview here explicitly. STAR stands for Situation, Tasks, Activities and Results.
Example:How do you deal with someone in your team at the free-riding is?Situation - What was the situation?
During my study I have to make assignments in groups. Here was someone who gave considerably less input than the rest of the group.Tasks - What was your role in this situation?
My job was in the group play the role of chairman. Here I had to chair meetings, new ideas and people to lead.Action - What actions have you taken?
The free-rider aside and held accountable for his behavior. In addition, we have gone through planning and hard deadlines. These deadlines, we have observed.Result - What is the result achieved?
By the free-rider to speak about his behavior and to establish deadlines, he was aware of the situation and he has adapted to the rest of the group. The free-ride problem was solved.
The STAR method, you already take for yourself before you interview. Take your CV and ask yourself the questions at different points of the STAR method. Chances are that the STAR method will come in handy during your application. Even if the recruiter did not explicitly use the STAR method vraagt.Voorbereiden the STAR method is therefore highly recommended. Also read about the STARR procedure.It is also wise to apply to several interview questions for yourself on paper. Most of the questions asked during the interview can make their own mind. And you will be better prepared for, your answers during your interview and you get more consistent on your answers to match the requirements of an organization. See also the interview questions in preparation.4 Application Training
On the web several training sessions about applying. Be aware of taking the target of this training. In addition, a free training that you do not have too much to expect. When you apply will be very difficult, it can not hurt for a job training course. During the job interview training, they can still tell how you came across during a job interview. Furthermore, application training during frequent use of video recordings. When you see yourself back on film, you sometimes discover things about yourself that you had never seen before. Again, if you have difficulty applying for jobs, then an application training will not hurt! You can tell the cost of a job training watch, but when you get a job by then of course it can be financially easy.

The Dream Job Seeker in You

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Remember when you were a just a geeky high school student, and everyone would ask you, what do you want to be when you grow up? Your answers were occupations like, a baseball player, an astronaut, a veterinarian, even President of the United States. Then we all grew up to work in cubicles and stare at computer screens. Not exactly your dream job. However it's not too late and it's not impossible to still reach for your dream job. But it's going to take some work. Maybe you're dream job has changed, or maybe you're still trying to figure out exactly what that dream job is. Either way, here are some tips for the dream job seeker in you.
First of all, if you're not sure exactly what your dream job is, I suggest you start making a list of what you love to do. From there, number each of them. Ask yourself, how well do you love to do each item on your list? Next, you're going to need to put them in order. Then take the list and think about corresponding professions. While you may love to watch Keeping Up With The Kardashians, it probably isn't going to turn into a full time profession. Try to focus on something that you can really see yourself earning a living at and loving.
This next step is the tough question. Is it realistic for you?
Playing in the NBA with Kobe Bryant is going to be tough to pull off. (Although for some, this dream will definitely come true.) However, being a sports writer that covers the Lakers might be something you'd be good at and is actually attainable. Once you've decided what's realistic and what isn't, you'll need to decide what you need to do to get there. Does this job require a degree? Do you need to get more experience in your related field? If you're not sure exactly how one becomes *insert dream profession here*... you'll need to start your research.
Researching your dream job can start as simply as putting in a search term in Google. It may mean you need to hit up your local book store or library. Something else you may want to consider is finding a career counselor to refer you to someone in the industry you can talk to. Drawing off of someone's personal experiences is priceless. There are career counselors at most schools. If you've been out of school for a while, try organizations like S.C.O.R.E. for entrepreneurs. Or look up your local career counseling center. There are tons located all over the U.S. Once again, there are lots of great resources out there, you just need to find them and take advantage of what they have to offer.

This next step is easy. After your research is done, find someone successful in the same field you want to emulate. Perhaps they have the dream resume to your dream career. If you're thinking of fashion, it could be Marc Jacobs, or for business, it could be Rob Drydek (yep, he's a crazy good businessman). You don't need to meet this person, you don't need to ever speak to them and you don't need to be "just like them". Remember this is YOUR dream job, not someone else's. What you need to do is find out how they got to where they are, and set similar goals that pertain to you. And yes, the next step is to write them down and keep track of your progress.
The last thing to remember is to not be your own dream killer. If you tell yourself, it's an unachievable dream, it's going to be. Always stay positive, and stay focused.

Handle the Group Interview

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Facing a group interview or multiple interviewers can be a stressful ordeal if you haven't prepared for it. Here are some tips and suggestions for you on how to deal with multiple interviewers at once.

Be Prepared:

It's critical at a group interview to be prepared. There will likely be a panel of interviewers from different areas of the company that will quiz you. Each person will probably have a particular interest. An HR manager might want to know if you are a good fit for the company, the team leader of the office you are interviewing for might want to see your personality and if it fits with those currently working for him or her, and a supervisor's goals for the interview might be there to assess your skills.

By keeping this in mind, you can make sure that, during your interview, you showcase your skills, your personality, and your ability to be a part of the team.

Do Your Homework:

Because you will be interviewed by multiple people, it's critical that you've prepared. Make sure you fully understand the job description and what will be required of you should you get the job. Make sure you know your skills inside out and how they can be tied back to the position being offered. You should also know how the company works, its culture, and how they are structured. 

Be Confident:

Being interviewed by a panel of interviewers is stressful stuff and the company wants to know if you can handle it. Practice a panel interview with a few friends before you have to do the real thing. Simulate the type of questions you might be asked and get a feel for how it is to be interviewed by different people. This is your opportunity to be interviewed by everyone at once. It could actually save you time and stress. By being confident and having the right mindset, you can turn this into a positive experience.

Focus:

While at the interview, make sure you make eye contact with everyone. Take the time to respond to every question with thought and concentration. It's easy to be distracted with others there. Look directly at the person who asked you the question, but take the time to also make eye contact with the other interviewers. However, your attention should be predominately focussed on the person who posed you the question.

Things to Remember:

It's critical at a group interview that you treat everyone with the same respect. You don't necessarily know who the person making the final decision will be and it's just good manners. The goal is to appeal to as many people as possible, so bring your smile, your positive attitude, and be prepared (bring extra resumes too.) By being able to handle everyone's questions with poise and skill, you can overcome the stress surrounding group interviews and turn your interview into a job offer.

Do I Really Need A Workers Compensation Lawyer?

By Howard Batt

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The law with regard to workers compensation in New Jersey can be very complex. It is a specialty area and finding an attorney to deal with it may be bit more difficult to achieve. It is in fact worth it to keep looking to find the best. This very specialized and complex area of law is one of the most important to you as a worker who has been injured.

Do you need an attorney to help you with your workers compensation claim? Realistically you probably do. In New Jersey an employee may not always be given all that he or she is entitled to so far as their compensation claim. Employees who have been injured at work need the assistance of an advocate for their cause.

Realistically, many companies are going to seek out ways to prevent you from having full claims. While it sounds unfair the fact is that it's true. The reality is that the employers and companies who are working against you have their own attorney and are at least being given legal advice to assist them in the case.

If you are denied your compensation, you have the right to appeal. You will have 14 days in many states in order to file an appeal against the denial notice that you receive. In some cases you will need an attorney to help you file a motion to compel the insurance company to review your case and to admit or deny it based on the merits.

An attorney will help you to navigate the red tape that it may take in order to assure that your financial future is secure and that you aren't harmed in any way by the accident and injury that took place at work.

In addition to helping you to file an appeal an attorney can help you to get through the investigation of the entire accident. They will want to be certain that the accident that you had was one that actually took place on their premises and that involves an investigation into the accident. You need to make sure that your rights are protected.

Your employer has attorneys who work hard for their business. You need an advocate who will also work hard on your behalf to make sure that you have what you need and that your financial tomorrow are all secure. The New Jersey workers compensation laws can be difficult to work with. If you're not an expert in the field of workers compensation, find someone who is and make sure that you have representation that you can count on. The difference that it may make in your overall workman's compensation progress and outcome could be more than worth what you have to pay your attorney.

Leaders Are Created

By Joaquin Duenas

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Being a leader takes up time, dedication and inner exploration. Natural Born Leaders have certain qualities that properly developed will then create a great leader. Becoming a leader is a daily task, that takes time and experience, being exposed to different types of problems and challenges and having to deal with different individuals.

Athletes have a natural talent, not only to a single sport but in general to all physical activity. Athletes have to work hard, typically harder than most of us to bring out the best of them. Relying on their talent alone will not bring out the exceptional skills and they would only be average players. The same theory applies to leadership, everyday there are things to learn and gather knowledge from experiences. Personality, integrity, passion and setting the example are key elements to becoming a successful leader.
Leaders learn from other leaders, they learn by gaining experience from problem solving, they do not limit themselves and they are constantly looking to grow and for new challenges. Leaders learn from each other, they learn to distinguish success from failure and good actions from bad decisions. The golden rule to being a great leader is acknowledging his or her strengths and weaknesses and those of the people that conform his or her team.
Knowing the individuals will allow a leader to place the right person in the right task and successfully increase the chances of achieving positive results. What makes one person a better leader than others is entirely up to each individual, the tools are available, but it all depends on how each individual makes use of them. All individuals with hard work and dedication can master the necessary skills to become a successful and respected leader.
An individual must be passionate. Love and live the work they do. An individual that has a job to work from 8 to 5 and take home his paycheck will not succeed as a team leader; the person has to do it for the thrill and the satisfaction. Everyone needs a salary, individuals do not work for free, but there is a huge difference between working only for the money and working and enjoying what you do. Money will come if the individual works hard and honesty and sincerity are part of the way he or she does business. Hard and dedicated people, as long as they master the skills needed, will become successful leaders.

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