The college degree of the top-earning CEO in every state

The college degree of the top-earning CEO in every stateThe college degree of the top-earning CEO in every stateWith the likes of Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates dropping out of school to start companies, some people have questioned whether a college education is necessary to rise to the top of the geschftsleben world. But such iconic leaders are the exception, not the rule.The vast majority of CEOs in the United States have a bachelors degree. In fact, as we discovered, the highest paid chief executives in every state have college degrees - and 67% of them have graduate degrees, too.How do we know this? Based on data from 2017, we compiled a list of the highest-paid chief executive officers in each state and dug into each of their biographies to learn about their educational background what they studied and where.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreWe then broke their undergraduat e degrees down into six categories that you might find at any college across the country engineering, economics, arts and humanities, sciences, social sciences, and business and finance.Now, while you may think that most of the CEOs received their bachelors degrees from Ivy League schools, we found that only six did, with three having graduated from the University of Pennsylvania.Whats more, fewer than half (21) went to private schools 26 CEOs attended public colleges and four attended higher institutions in other countries.The CEOs areas of study range from accounting to religion, but most majored in business (37%) or engineering (22%). The leaders with engineering degrees tend to ansturm energy, medical device, transportation and other companies whose focus require the discipline.We also found that 12% of the CEOs majored in economics, which, of course, is closely related to business. Another 12% studied social sciences two-thirds of whom chose political science and 9% earned a degree in the arts and humanities. Just 2% of the top-earning CEOs studied the natural sciences. Of the chief executives who possess graduate degrees, 74% received a masters in business administration and 16% earned law degrees.In short, it seems that the most common path to the peak of business is, not surprisingly, a business degree (or two). Its certainly not the only route, though. So for those philosophy students with aspirations to run a company and make millions, theres hope for you yetThe college degree of the top earning CEO in every US state, courtesy of Resume.ioYou might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong peopleSourcesSalisbury, I. (2018)This Map Shows the Highest Paid CEO In Every State.time.comThe Associated Press. (2018)The highest-paid CEOs by state.financialpost.comSouthern Company. (2018)Meet Tom, CEO of Southern Company.southerncompany.comGCI. (2018)GCI Executive Team.gci.comSalary.com. (2017)Compensation by Company.salary.comWalmart. (2018)Doug McMillon President and CEO of Walmart.corporate.walmart.comFreeport-McMoRan. 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The Only Office Party Advice Youll Ever Need

The Only Office Party Advice Youll Ever NeedThe Only Office Party Advice Youll Ever NeedFor many in the corporate world, the holiday season means one thing, and one thing only that the office holiday party is right around the corneralong with the typical advice on how to survive the party without denting your reputation. But such advice is offered in entirely the wrong spiritit operates from the assumption you need to be told how to behave, and preys on a fear that a lot of people have that one mistake will end your career.Any nicht vom fach psychologist will tell you that when your fears dictate your behavior, your behavior will be fearful. And anyone whos ever been to a party will know that a room full of cagey people trying their best not to slip up does not a good time make. And if youre not planning on having a good time, whats the point of a party?Holiday party advice tends to overlook one thing these events are supposed to be fun. Theyre supposed to reward employees for anothe r year of hard work, and to facilitate a collegial spirit in the workplace.With that in mind, then, heres what you should do this yearGo to the party. Try to have fun. Talk to peopleeven people you dont know. Try not to talk about work. If you drink, have a couple. Then go home. In short, do what you would at any other social gathering at any other time of year be yourself.If you need more advice than that on how to comport yourself in public, then you dont need career informationyou need helpPhil Stott, Vault.com

The Defense Departments Military Working Dog Program

The Defense Departments Military Working Dog ProgramThe Defense Departments Military Working Dog ProgramBy Donna Miles, American Forces Press Service LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, TX Army Col. David Rolfes military career has gone to the dogs. As director of the Defense Departments Military Working Dog Program based here, Rolfe and his staff are responsible for the health and welfare of some of the most unheralded members of the fighting force its estimated 2,300 working dogs. These dogs, along with their handlers from every military service, are deployed worldwide to support the war on terror, helping to safeguard military bases and activities and to detect bombs and other explosives before they inflict harm. With an acute sense of smell five to 10 times stronger than a humans, working dogs can detect minute traces of explosives or drugs and alert their handlers of their presence, Rolfe explained. But at the same time, dogs have ability to inflict fear in an aggressor in a way a human - even if armed - often cant, and will defend their handlers to the end. People see a dog and dont want to mess with it, said Staff Sgt. Andrew Mier, a military working dog trainer who has deployed to Southwest Asia three times as a handler - twice to Saudi Arabia and once to Qatar. A dog creates a strong psychological deterrent. The vast majority of U.S. military working dogs are German and Dutch shepherds, and Belgian Malinois breeds Rolfe said are very aggressive, very smart, very loyal and very athletic. We expect so much of them that we need them to be strong and athletic, he said. We want a high-strung dog with aggressive tendencies because thats what the mission demands. Dogs have long been recognized as force multipliers by military fighting forces around the world, Rolfe said. The Romans put razor-sharp collars around their dogs, then sent them into the enemys ranks to bite and cut their foes. The U.S. military has used working dogs since the Revolutionary War, initially as pack animals, and later, for mora advanced uses, such as killing rats in the trenches during World War I, he said. But World War II witnessed the biggest surge in use of working dogs to support military operations. The U.S. military deployed more than 10,000 specially trained canines, most as sentries, but others as scouts, messengers and mine detectors, Rolfe explained. Today, a couple hundred working dogs are serving with U.S. forces in Iraq and Afghanistan as patrol dogs and explosives and drug detectors, Rolfe said, adding that contractors use additional dogs in the theater. Nearly 2,000 more working dogs provide similar services at U.S. bases and operating posts around the world. Meanwhile, the military is increasing its reliance on working dogs. Before Sept. 11, 2001, Rolfe said Air Force security forces trained about 200 working dogs a year for the Defense Department. That number is up to more than 500, with the vast majority of dogs being trained as sentries and bomb-snif fers. The 120-day program teaches the dogs basic obedience as well as more advanced skills, such as how to attack and how to sniff for specific substances. Rolfe said the initial training program, conducted by the 341st Training Squadron team, is based on positive rewards generally a ball or rubber toy rather than food. We learned long ago that food works only so long. What the dog really wants you to do is play with it. Once the dogs receive their initial training, members of the 37th Security Forces teach the dogs and their trainers to work as a team. One of the biggest challenges is getting a handler to recognize what a dog is showing him, said Air Force Staff Sgt. Sean Luloffs, an instructor at the school. But the big gratification is watching the teams improve and be able to perform at a higher level, and knowing that you had a part in it, added Mier. While theAir Forcetrainsmilitary working dogsand their handlers, Army veterinarians posted around the world help keep them fit for duty and treat their ailments. Telemedicine, so popular in the civilian health realm, is being used to provide expert consultation for military working dogs. We want them to stay in the field and be treated in the theater, said Army Maj. Kelly Mann, chief of radiology for the Military Working Dog Program at Lackland Air Force Base facility. In addition, Rolfe and his staff operate a fully equipped veterinary hospital at Lackland. As working dogs become increasingly important to the military mission, work is underway to help protect them from enemy threats. Rolfe oversees a research anddevelopment program thats looking at improved body armor and gas masks for military working dogs. No good method exists to protect a dog from a nuclear, biological or chemical attack, he said. But its definitely something being looked at, he added. Meanwhile, the Walter Reed Institute of Research isstudying the useof pills that can help military working dogs survive a nerve-agent attack. Research i s also underway to create an artificial nose capable of duplicating a dogs - but Rolfe predicts its a long way down the road. Some people say it could be 50 years before well have an artificial nose that can replace a dog, he said. Besides, dogs possess something Rolfe said a machine probably never will immense loyalty and a desire to please. A machine doesnt care if it finds something, Rolfe said. But a dog wants to please its handler. A dog will go looking for something on its own where a machine wont. Thebottom line, he said, is that dogs have a heart - something that makes them an invaluable asset to ur fighting forces.

Motivational Skills in the Workplace

Motivational Skills in the WorkplaceMotivational Skills in the WorkplaceIf you are successful at motivating others, then this is an important skill that you want to point out to potential employers. Employees use motivation skills to increase their chances of getting positive results when interfacing with customers, subordinates, upper management, suppliers, donors, kollektiv members, funding sources, and supervisors. For managers, who must inspire a whole team of people, the ability to motivate is a requirement. What Are Motivational Skills? Motivational skills can be defined as actions or strategies that elicit a desired behavior or response by a stakeholder. These strategies and actions vary based on three major factors The motivators styleThe target audienceThe personality of the person the motivator seeks to influence Steps in the Motivational Process Motivation is a process that requires careful strategy for success. These steps can help you to reach the desired outcome Assess the preferences and personality characteristics of the individual or group to be motivated. What motivates one group of people might bedrngnis be the same as what motivates another group of people.Define motivational strategies appropriate for that target.Convey expectations for performance from the object of the motivation. Or, make it clear how the person can achieve the desired outcome.Communicate benefits, rewards, or sanctions if expectations are or are not met.Share feedback on progress or lack of progress toward desired outcomes. Address problems or obstacles that are limiting success.Provide rewards for desired outcomes.Issue warnings before enacting sanctions.Recognize people who have responded in the desired manner. Examples of Motivation Motivation can be used in many different ways to elicit a positive result. Examples of how motivation can be used in the workplace include Allocating professional development resources to the most motivated staffAllowing team members personal problem-solving autonomy instead of micromanaging the teamAsking for input regarding departmental objectivesAssigning desirable projects to staff who are highly engagedAwarding a performance-based bonus or salary increase to employees who achieve the right resultsBeing open to discuss, in a constructive and non-judgmental manner, employee concernsContinually noticing the contributions of staff and conveying appreciation Creating a pleasant and ergonomic workplace for your team membersDrafting a budget proposal for additional staff to management that emphasizes how revenues would be enhancedEmpowering staff to choose the way in which they will address goals whenever possibleFocusing on ways to learn from rather than punishing mistakesGiving to office collections to support favorite staff charities, celebrate birthdays, or sympathize with personal family lossHelping to build bridges across staff and management levels to heighten interconnectedness, foster collaboratio n, and build a shared sense of mission Implementing a public tally board to record comparative sales by different members of the sales teamIdentifying and acknowledging the unique talents and contributions of team membersJoining informal water cooler discussions to gain an understanding of staff interests and personalitiesKeenly assessing the interest of staff in various tasks and projectsLaunching voluntary health and wellness programsLimiting the length of staff meetings by sticking to a strict agenda and concluding discussions quickly Meeting with a subordinate to set performance goalsMentioning positive aspects of your supervisors leadership approach to her superior at an informal gatheringMentoring new personnel in an engaging and supportive fashionNoticing and quietly thanking peers for unsolicited abrollcontainer-transportsystem of both project/work initiative and of interpersonal kindnessOffering to support colleagues or subordinates who are under stressProviding in-person t estimonials by potential beneficiaries at a presentation to a grant funding organization Quarterly implementing team-building workshops to increase collaboration, mutual respect, and project ownershipRecognizing the contributions of key donors in public communicationsSending a note to an IT staff members supervisor after she helped with a successful implementationTaking a strong departmental contributor to lunch and thanking them for their effortsThanking a supervisor for their supportUtilizing rising technologies to streamline work processes, increase efficiency, and reduce caseloads Validating the individual progress of your subordinates in assuming greater levels of responsibilityWarning a subordinate of the consequences for continued latenessWriting a LinkedIn recommendation for a helpful business partnerExamining your own personal communications and work style to identify better ways to motivate others and lead by exampleYielding control, and ownership, of various project stage s to subordinates or colleagues who deserve the opportunity to lead othersZeroing in on opportunities to increase staff engagement and accountability Motivation is an important skill that can bring you positive results. If motivating others is one of your key strengths, then this is a skill that you want to make known to employers, as it can lead to growth for both you and your company.

The Indisputable Reality About How to Add Linkedin to Resume That Nobody Is Telling You

The Indisputable Reality About How to Add Linkedin to Resume That Nobody Is Telling You How to Add Linkedin to Resume - the Conspiracy LinkedIn has added a run of questionable features in the last year. The existing U.S. professional standards do not require that you incorporate a photo on your resume. By comparison, a photo is necessary for an optimized LinkedIn resume. It is important that youve got to have the capacity to the informations before hand before you platzdeckchen in the specifics. DONT phrase your professional expertise in the very first person After phrasing your summary in the very first individual, you ought not do the exact same for the expert experience section. After youve decided where to place your language skills, your next task is to ascertain how to describe them. The automated resume builder tools are a terrific help for individuals who generally find it tricky to compose a perfect resume describing their abilities and expertise and permit them la nd the ideal job. You may choose to change the file names so that you know which is which. Instead, at this point you have the choice of exporting your LinkedIn profile to a PDF or sharing it using a link. Pick the file you want to upload and click OK. In case the file still wont do the job, make aya its under 300 MB. How to Add Linkedin to Resume - What Is It? On the flip side, you also will need to take advantage of your LinkedIn profile to the fullest extent possible. The great thing is that you may also add resume on LinkedIn. There are two methods to acquire your resume onto LinkedIn. Over the last couple of decades, LinkedIn started supplanting the major job search sites. LinkedIn offers users numerous techniques to create an impressive profile. It is very important to mention that your only LinkedIn profile has the potential to achieve a broader audience than your resume. Moreover, your LinkedIn profile can boost your visibility ansprechbar and help you construct y our professional brand. Using How to Add Linkedin to Resume After successfully altering the information, you need to Save Changes and quit. So, all of the crucial details ought to be included. Make certain that your whole own private information is truly on your resume and is current. Sensitive or internal company info, along with overly personal details, should never produce the cut. Details of How to Add Linkedin to Resume There are dozens and dozens of opportunities for you whether you import LinkedIn resume 2019, as youll be uploading your professional info to a mora public site where people will have the ability to understand your profile and make sure that you possess the abilities and experience theyre searching for. Review the choices and dont be scared to add sections which you think can support your work search. A search bar on top of the webpage also enables you to look for jobs. Any visitor can click the preview to look at the complete resume. How to Add Lin kedin to Resume Can Be Fun for Everyone Whether youre preparing to discover a new work, you always have to keep your resume updated. Emphasize, and place at the peak of your resume, those skills that you truly wish to carry on developing in your next job. By doing this, you can create your professional info be public info, making it simpler for employers to locate your resume and profile to be able to see whether you fit their requirements and hire you if they desire. At exactly the same time, you can take steps to be sure your professional image is supported online. Now you have a strong LinkedIn profile summary, think about the expert summary on your resume. When you make an application for work, the employer might also have a look at your LinkedIn profile to find out more about you. Finding out how to add resume to LinkedIn 2019 is actually straightforward. Including a URL to an awful LinkedIn profile will do more damage than good. Your LinkedIn profile data is pretty gen eral so that it lets you produce a generic resume only. A LinkedIn profile is fast and simple to make. Your LinkedIn profile makes it possible to expand on the info. Why Almost Everything Youve Learned About How to Add Linkedin to Resume Is Wrong Its your opportunity to add things which dont necessarily work on a resume but that are still related to your job search. Dont give us the firms branding from its site, which is guaranteed to be boring and stodgy. If youre going to place a link in your resume, make sure its the URL itself so the individual viewing your printed resume can type it in their computer if theyre interested. You might be asking yourself if theres any potential method to have a secret to be continued link from your resume to some other document. Top How to Add Linkedin to Resume Secrets If you document what you were making, you might be selling yourself short, and should you say how much youd like to make, you might be killing any possibility of an intervi ew. For starters, the resumes owner utilizes full sentences as opposed to sentence fragments. Today there are several online sites which are helping people who dont have slightest of idea about just what the HR managers search for in a resume. Sorry, nobody would like to read your whole work history. This post has instructions on the best way to do that. Resumes are generally somewhat restrictive as you abide by an overall format. You may ask a reliable friend to proofread your LinkedIn profile so that you dont miss any glaring problems a prospective employer might notice. Your change is going to be saved automatically. Your on-line profile cuts both ways as soon as it comes to job searching. In a couple of sentences youre able to tell us a lot You can also have the work and be prepared to take any questions the employer has. The work publishing will enable you to understand precisely what you have to understand about just what the employer is contemplating hearing about . You should be immediately reachable by a possible employer wherever you might be. No employer will send you snail mail. LinkedIn is among the simplest and most useful sites to import the data of your professional life and set it in digital so as to look for professional opportunities. Job seekers should incorporate a number of recommendations with their profile to demonstrate that others respect the attribute of their work. There are two methods to begin utilizing the Resume Assistant. As you see, you merely have to follow easy guidelines and youll have your resume totally uploaded to the site, making it simpler that you secure more views and eventually simpler to employers to find about your professional history. The Appeal of How to Add Linkedin to Resume If you really need to get work, you need to be there. When you wish to apply to jobs that you find, you will be able to attach a resume with the work application. Obviously in the event that you know what type of job t hat you would like, will probably be less challenging to create a resume. The most suitable job for you is closer than you might imagine.

A Startling Fact about Summary of the Poem Writing a Resume by Wislawa Szymborska Uncovered

A Startling Fact about Summary of the Poem Writing a Resume by Wislawa Szymborska Uncovered There are many statements one can utilize to make an effective resume. The process might be defined in two types Sequence is used when the tasks has to be completed in sequential way. Your resume should be formatted in an easy, professional method. The progress varies dependent on how hard we press on the monitor. A resume is among the main documents you could ever create First you need to choose a specific format for your resume. Definitions of Summary of the Poem Writing a Resume by Wislawa Szymborska Resume writing Objective is a central section in any type of resume. Like the resume, it ought to be tailored to the particular application youre writing, and the 2 documents should work hand-in-hand. The review of the ppt is useless. Curriculum vitae have become the most popular document required by applicants in the work application. Characteristics of Summary of the Poem Writi ng a Resume by Wislawa Szymborska If you would like to know the reason why I really like it, read below. In most instances, if you may make a case for why a patent is related to your application, then dont hesitate to include it in your resume. Utilize your judgment, and as always, you always need to prepare many resumes for many forms of companies. Details of Summary of the Poem Writing a Resume by Wislawa Szymborska A resume should stay a profit generator and not a mere bit of paper lying in many offices. The skills essential for the photo editor are the strong understanding of the photo editing software and ability of handling many projects at one time. You also need to choose the layout of your resume. Rise over the desire to take the simple way out copying text from resume templates and speak about what you know and exactly what you love. What Summary of the Poem Writing a Resume by Wislawa Szymborska Is - and What it Is Not In your resume, it is possible to only consi st of work experience directly linked to the job that you apply. You should contain projects that demonstrate your capacity to address real world issues and your interests. Even when you have a job like teaching, youre going to be requested to produce approaches to produce the learning experience better and be made to work with different teachers and students to make that possible. If youre going to go after a job for a consultant, that would imply you have wisdom and experience on a subject, or industry, that youve worked on before. You should list coursework that are related to the position youre applying. Resume writing objective is a significant portion of the resume, without it resume wont leave its effect on the recruiter. Resume helps you to receive the desired job prospect. The plan of the purpose is to state your objective. Where to Find Summary of the Poem Writing a Resume by Wislawa Szymborska A wonderful cover letter is a chance to explain any shortcomings you may have. As a lifeguard someones life might actually be at stake at the time youve to utilize your emergency medical training. In addition, in the event where ones last job reference wasnt the best one, an individual might need to select the assistance of a functional resume template. Your resume, as stated, isnt an all-out explanation of each step youve taken.

Communicating Across Cultures

Communicating Across Cultures Communicating Across Cultures Communicating across cultures is challenging. Each culture has set rules that its members take for granted. Few of us are aware of ur own cultural biases because cultural imprinting is begun at a very early age. And while some of a cultures knowledge, rules, beliefs, values, phobias, and anxieties are taught explicitly, most of the information is absorbed subconsciously.The challenge for multinational communication has never been greater. Worldwide business organizations have discovered that intercultural communication is a subject of importancenot just because of increased globalization, but also because their domestic workforce is growing mora and more diverse, ethnically and culturally.We are all individuals, and no two people belonging to the same culture are guaranteed to respond in exactly the same way. However, generalizations are valid to the extent that they provide clues on what you will most likely encounter when dealing with members of a particular culture.High-Context vs. Low-ContextAll international communication is influenced by cultural differences. Even the choice of communication medium can have cultural overtones. The determining factor may not be the degree of industrialization, but rather whether the country falls into a high-context or low-context culture.High-context cultures (Mediterranean, Slav, Central European, Latin American, African, Arab, Asian, American-Indian) leave much of the message unspecified, to be understood through context, nonverbal cues, and between-the-lines interpretation of what is actually said. By contrast, low-context cultures (most Germanic and English-speaking countries) expect messages to be explicit and specific.Sequential vs. Synchronic Some cultures think of time sequentially, as a linear commodity to spend, save, or waste. Other cultures view time synchronically, as a constant flow to be experienced in the moment, and as a force that cannot be cont ained or controlled.In sequential cultures (like North American, English, German, Swedish, and Dutch), businesspeople give full attention to one agenda item after another.In synchronic cultures (including South America, southern Europe and Asia) the flow of time is viewed as a sort of circle, with the past, present, and future all interrelated. This viewpoint influences how organizations in those cultures approach deadlines, strategic thinking, investments, developing talent from within, and the concept of long-term planning.Orientation to the past, present, and future is another aspect of time in which cultures differ. Americans believe that the individual can influence the future by personal effort, but since there are too many variables in the distant future, we favor a short-term view. Synchronistic cultures context is to understand the present and prepare for the future. Any important relationship is a durable bond that goes back and forward in time, and it is often viewed as g rossly disloyal not to favor friends and relatives in business dealings.Affective vs. NeutralIn international business practices, reason and emotion both play a role. Which of these dominates depends upon whether we are affective (readily showing emotions) or emotionally neutral in our approach. Members of neutral cultures do not telegraph their feelings, but keep them carefully controlled and subdued. In cultures with high affect, people show their feelings plainly by laughing, smiling, grimacing, scowling, and sometimes crying, shouting, or walking out of the room.This doesnt mean that people in neutral cultures are cold or unfeeling, but in the course of normal business activities, neutral cultures are more careful to monitor the amount of emotion they display. Emotional reactions were found to be least acceptable in Japan, Indonesia, the U.K., Norway, and the Netherlands and most accepted in Italy, France, the U.S., and Singapore.Reason and emotion are part of all human communic ation. When expressing ourselves, we look to others for confirmation of our ideas and feelings. If our approach is highly emotional, we are seeking a direct emotional response I feel the same way. If our approach is highly neutral, we want an indirect response I agree with your thoughts on this.Its easy for people from neutral cultures to sympathize with the Dutch manager and his frustration over trying to reason with that excitable Italian. After all, an idea either works or it doesnt work, and the way to test the validity of an idea is through trial and observation. That just makes sensedoesnt it? Well, not necessarily to the Italian who felt the issue was deeply personal and who viewed any rational argument as totally irrelevantWhen it comes to communication, whats proper and correct in one culture may be ineffective or even offensive in another. In reality, no culture is right or wrong, better or worsejust different. In todays global business community, there is no single best a pproach to communicating with one another. The key to cross-cultural success is to develop an understanding of, and a deep respect for, the differences.This article is reprinted from the website of the American Management Association at www.amanet.org.

6 Career Challenges You#8217;ll Face as a Recent College Graduate

6 Career Challenges You8217ll Face as a Recent College Graduate 6 Career Challenges You8217ll Face as a Recent College Graduate Making the move from college to your post-graduation life is one of the most exciting things you will ever do. You have your whole life before you and a world of possibilities.But that dream of possibilitydoesntalways pan out. Recent graduates frequently face challenges when making the transition from student life to the career world. Few people are able to land their perfect jobs effortlessly.Here are some of the common challengesyou may face as a new grad, as well as some tips on how to overcome them1. No Real World ExperienceMany employers prefer candidates with a little experience in their industry. Even though you have graduated with a degree and presumably know a lot about your industry, real-world job experience will make you more marketable.To gain some real-world experience, you should try to find an internship during your junior or senior year of college. If its too late to get the internship, reach out to your professors to see if they know of any companies looking for recent graduates.2. Unrealistic ExpectationsYou have a degree. Thats wonderful But so do most of the other candidates. You dont have experience in the field, you probably dont have many connections, and you likely dont have a lot of other experience thats applicable to your job search. Its not realistic to imagine that youll land your dream job right out of college or be running a company in three years. These things do, occasionally, happen but they are the exception, not the rule.Recognize that youll have to pay your dues before you can land anelevated location within an organization.3. Unsure How to Negotiate Salary and BenefitsYou might have been told that the salary you make directly out of college contributes greatly to your lifetime earning potential. This is because most of your raises from that point forward will be based on your current salary. Th e higher your starting salary, the better each subsequent raise will be.Unfortunately, most college graduates have no idea how to properly negotiate their salaries. They might be afraid they wont get the job if they ask for more money. The reality is that most employers expect you to negotiate. They frequently offer lower than they expect to pay so they have some wiggle room for negotiating. If you dont ask for more money than they offer, youre intentionally accepting less than they think the position is worth. So, take some time to brush up on your negotiating skills. Your future self will thank you.4. Poor Interview SkillsUnfortunately, this is another area that college frequently does not prepare you for. Many students graduate believing that if they have the degree, the skills, and the drive, theyll get a great job. The reality is that your interview is tremendously important. From the time you walk into the room until the time you send (or neglect to send) a thank-you card, you are being judged. One wrong answer could mean missing out on a great opportunity.Its a good idea to practice interviewing well before you graduate. Some colleges offer interview coaching, but you could also work with a friend or teacher. And before your interview, do some research. Be prepared to talk about the company and why you would fit in there.5. RelocationYou may be reluctant to relocate for a job, but as a recent graduate, you cant afford to be choosy. Depending on your degree and your area of interest, there might not be many positions for the career you want in your home state. Its also possible that an employer in another state will offer a better salary or more opportunities for career development. You should seriously consider relocating if a great job offer comes your way.6. Lack of DirectionRecent college graduates are frequently confused about their lifes paths. You might be torn between starting your career and pursuing furthereducation. You might want to travel be fore you get a job. Or maybe you really want to get to work, but you just dont know what you want to do.Unfortunately, there is no easy solution for this problem. Everyones journey is different. Eventually, things will start to become clearer. In the meantime, try new things, join clubs or organizations, meet new people, look for popular professions among previous graduates, and search for new jobs constantly. Eventually, something will click.Graduating from college is a huge accomplishment But as with any life transition, it comes with its share of challenges. These are some of the most common challenges faced by college grads. Are there any others you would add to the list? Have you experienced any of behauptung challenges? How did you handle them? Leave a comment below

Introducing the expanded motivating by appreciation inventory

Introducing the expanded motivating by appreciation inventoryIntroducing the expanded motivating by appreciation inventoryAlfruchtwein 200,000 individuals across the world have taken the Motivating By Appreciation Inventory. This inspired us to look for ways to improve the results the inventory provides. Over the past two years, we have deliberated, explored, and analyzed in order to create a new, expanded version which provides a fuller picture of how each person prefers to be shown appreciation and how they dont want others to express appreciation to them.The Expanded MBA Inventory builds off of the foundation laid by the Basic MBA Inventory report (which is totenstill available) by identifying each individuals Primary, Secondary and Least Valued Languages of Appreciation, along with the specific actions they value most within their Primary Language of Appreciation and from whom they desire those actions.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happ iness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreA deeper analysis provides the Expanded MBAI with valuable addition information. First, the respondents results are compared with over 175,000 others who have taken the inventory. Each persons results are shown in comparison to how frequently their specific results are obtained by others in the general workplace. And to communicate these clearly, the results are not only reported in numerical form but also illustrated through pie charts.Secondly, to help colleagues and supervisors get to the heart of the matter quickly, we ask each employee to identify the one most important act of appreciation to them. So that, if someone only communicated appreciation to them in one way, they would be sure to hit the mark.A question we hear frequently is What about Physical Touch why isnt it included in the report? Although we address this issue inThe 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplaceand also in our Appreciation at Work train ing, those who have not had access to those resources, are left wondering. So, in the Expanded version, we provide the context and reason for not assessing appropriate Physical Touch in the inventory.In our work with hundreds of thousands of employees, weve heard many people make informal comments about how they dont want to be shown appreciation. While the primary focus of the MBA Inventory is to identify the ways colleagues prefer to be shown appreciation, we felt identifying the actions to avoid would be valuable information to include so that well-meaning colleagues do not inadvertently make a mistake by using an undesired action and unintentionally create offense.We are excited about the new, Expanded version and have already received rave reviews about it from those who have taken it. The code for taking the Basic version of the MBAI that comes with a 5 Languages of Appreciation book, can be upgraded to take the Expanded version. Codes for the Expanded version can also be pur chased separately for both individuals and groups.We strongly encourage you to take the new,Expanded MBA Inventoryand experience a broader perspective of appreciation for you and your teamThis article first appeared on Appreciation Blog.