How to Ask for a Reference from an Employer

Before any employer offers you a job, they will want an objective second opinion. If an employer asks for your references, it is time to act & find out where you stand!

Steps

1. Decide early on in your job search who your references are going to be! Early into your job search you should have at least 3 good references. It is best to have anywhere from 5-7 trustworthy references as your search progresses.
2. Secure permission from your references to provide a prospective employer with their information by simply calling them.
3. Make your references effective by showing them your resume. This will also give you the opportunity to "coach" them as to what your key points will be.
4. List your references name and contact information and keep it in your briefcase so that when you are asked you have the information readily available.
5. Notify your references. Upon being asked to submit your references, use this opportunity to find out where you stand by asking: "May I assume that you are feeling positive about my being a candidate for this job?" Then confirm that you would like to follow up with your references so that they know they are about to be notified.

Tips

• Never put your reference information on your resume unless asked to do so. This protects their information.
• Past employers make the best references and are the most credible because they have seen you in action. Most of the time a Human Resources Manager is not going to remember your name. Contact a past supervisor instead. They are the ones who have seen you in action.
• Former colleagues are going to be your second best.
• If you have done any volunteer work, contact the person who was over the project. They can advise as to what kind of person you are and how you performed.
• Helpful Hint: References make great proofreaders so be sure to show them your resume.

Warnings

• When you're about to start hunting for a job again, it's polite to notify your references that they may be contacted.
• Be sure to check that your references are still valid every so often. People move on, and their contact details may not stay the same - and inaccurate contact details for your own references is not something that creates a favorable impression in a potential employer's mind.
• Not all your references may be as favorable as you think - to test them, get a friend to call pretending to be a potential employer in the industry you're looking for work in. This way, you can weed out references that are unfavorable before there's anything at stake.

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How to Get a Job Working With Consumer Electronics

So, you're interested in electronics like they have at stores like Radio Shack. Ever wondered what kind of job you could get involving them? Tech colleges offer classes involving electronics like television repair, radio repair etc.

Steps

1. Look at vocational-technical schools for courses involving repair, maintainence, building, or upgrading electonic equipment.
   
   • Repairing electronic equipment. This is an area of work that is decreasing in demand with our society becoming more accustomed to replacing faulty, broken, or obsolete equipment, but as with any trade, you may be able to create demand for your service if you can inform potential customers of the benefit of repairing, rather than replacing their equipment. This may include:
     
     • Saving data on computer hard drives.
     • Enviromental benefits of both saving manufacturing impact, and landfill space by keeping the old equipment.
     • Cost saving, if the repair can be done for a reasonable cost, with a reasonable usable life for the product.
   • Maintainance. Most electronic equipment requires very little maintainence, but even so, there is a certain amount of attention required to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
     
     • Cleaning. Most electronics have a cabinet with power ventilation provided for cooling, and this introduces dust, which can accumulate on fan blades, components, etc, causing them to heat up. A computer, for example, has delicate parts which do not tolerate high temperature, and by educating a potential customer base of the need for this service, you may create a market for your skill.
   • Building. Especially with computers, custom built electronics may provide a better "fit" between the product and the user, often with the prospect of saving the consumer money and frustration with an "off the shelf" product that does not meet their specific needs.
   • Upgrading equipment. This again has both economical and enviromental benefits. Because a large share of the electronics market exists due to the rapid increase in capacities and performance of equipment, upgrading is an option many users look at to extend the life of the equipment they use.
2. Learn advanced skills for training people to use the products they purchase. Many people fail to utilize the full capabilities of their electronics simply because they do not understand the potentials or benefits the product offers. Computers, software, even simple electronic products are packed with features that the average person never uses.
3. Look for job opportunities is consumer electronics sales. This is the single largest niche in employment in the consumer electronics industry. Make yourself a valuable potential employee by following these guidelines.
   
   • Maintain good appearance and hygiene. Customers do judge people by appearance, hence, an employer must take this into consideration when filling a position.
   • Learn the language associated with the products you will be selling. Computer buyers will need to know "Processor Speed", "RAM", "Hard Drive Capacity", and other things to make an informed purchase decision. Television sets have their own language as well, as do many other product lines.
   • Learn good communication skills. This is essential for selling any product, since your ability to make yourself understood will be the foundation for giving a good sales pitch for the product.
   • Keep informed about the latest features, compatabilities, and performance of the products you will be selling.
4. Learn the trade of installing consumer electronics. This is another large potential field of expertise with employment opportunity. Much of the electronic equipment sold today requires, or benefits from, professional installation. Here are some guidelines that you may want to consider for specific installation jobs.
   
   • Satellite TV and Internet. There is a tremendous growth in consumer use of satellite technology, and by learning, and applying your knowlege of basic mechanical work, in setting up the reciever, running the cables, installing the controller or user interface equipment, and aiming the dish, you can find employment in this trade.
   • Home Theater, Surround Sound, and Entertainment Systems. These are the cutting edge of home entertainment electronics, and often require acquired skills to get the best results from the consumer's purchase. You may find that by hiring on as a "helper" to a professional installer, and listening to that person while watching them work, you can build a working knowlege of this trade.

Tips

• Read publications relating to the field of consumer electronics to learn the directions the field is heading. To be employable in this field, you will need to be familiar with the products produced and sold in it.
• Be willing to train for specific jobs, and use training opportunities to your advantage.
• Start where the opportunity occurs. You may start in a stock room, shipping and recieving, or even a janitorial job, but many employers will try to "promote from within", since you are already a recognised asset of the company you are working for.
• Take night school, or even online training classes to diversify your skills and knowlege base.
• Moonlight as a helper for people with jobs you are interested in, learning their "tricks of the trade" as you do.
• Look at specialised tools and equipment you would need for a job you are interested in, and consider investing in some of the basic ones as you work in a related field.

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How to Explain Being Fired for Unacceptable Conduct from Your Employer

How to explain being fired for unacceptable conduct from your employer. Many job applications ask "Reason for leaving the company". When it comes to job verification, there two ways that prospective employers verify employment: One is still the old fashioned way, by mailing out an employment verification form and the other is to phone your ex-employer and ask your old boss directly. There is also the means of using an employment verification website. This article discusses ways that you could approach this situation.

Steps

1. Avoid explaining. This is your first line of defense, using very careful wording to say as little as possible while remaining truthful. Use phrases such as:
   
   • Desire to pursue something new
   • Time off to travel or study
   • Personal circumstances
   • Illness
   • Family issues
   • Irreconcilable differences
2. Try to follow the company policies and procedures. Read up all you can about the new employer and be sure to reflect a clear understanding of what they are about and what they expect from you in the application.
3. Use referees you can trust. Even if you have had a bad experience with some of the people at your old work, sometimes you might be able to find people who are willing to give you a good reference and confirm your reason for leaving (such as wanting to study, or do something different). Alternately, skip your old work altogether and use a previous work's referee.
4. Don't use your former employment. Use the employment prior to it and say that you were doing something else since, such as taking off time, studying etc.
5. Be honest. You never know, if you explain the situation honestly and fairly, it might still fare well for you depending on what happened. It really depends on how those who are reviewing your application view your frankness and honesty, and the manner in which you have since moved on.

Warnings

• Never say you was fired from a job.

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How to Increase Your Salary by Broadening Your Horizons

You have a lot of skills (not all that you use on the job, often), and even more knowledge. How can you apply that knowledge to your job/career and increase your value/worth? Read on and learn.

Steps

1. Substantiate and list everything you already do at work. Keep a work diary/journal and write down everything you do.
   
   • List concrete tasks that you perform, whether on a regular or occasional basis.
   • List skills that you use in the course of your job. These might be computer skills, skills that you use to accomplish tasks, or general skills, such as the ability to manage money or projects.
   • List "soft" skills, such as communication skills. Do you deal with difficult people or touchy situations? Do you manage people? Can you help a customer to decide what she really wants and transform that information into a product specification? Write that down, too.
   • List knowledge that is valuable to the company. Do you remember the history of a product or process or why something is no longer done a certain way? Do you know exactly where to find information in a file or database?
2. Keep a list/inventory of what you do outside of work, too. Your extracurricular activities can give you ideas about skills and interests you may not yet be using on the job.
   
   • Classes, whether in person or online.
   • Websites and what you do on/for them
   • Volunteer activities.
   • Hobbies and pastimes.
3. Decide which of these skills are relevant to your current job. Look at your job description with a critical eye, both for what it currently says and what you might like it to say. Think ahead to what directions you would like your career to take.
4. Talk to your work acquaintances and get their professional opinions. Ask your colleagues and, if possible, your supervisor, what strengths and weaknesses they see in you. Be prepared to accept criticism gracefully.
5. Expand your knowledge, skills and abilities.
   
   • Take on newer or more advanced tasks.
   • Take a class or attend a training.
   • Read manuals, procedures, instructions, or any other information associated with your career goals.
   • Get more practice at a partially developed skill.
   • Learn from others who do similar jobs or tasks that you wish to attempt.
   • Incorporate skills you have learned outside the workplace or skills from previous jobs into your current job.
6. Evaluate your salary against others in your field (www.indeed.com/salary).[1]
   
   • Take into consideration where you live and work, as opposed to where others might live and work.[2][3]
7. 'Rewrite' your job description to encompass your extra talents.
8. Ask for a pay raise. When you can demonstrate growth and, ideally, an increased worth to the company, use your journals to summarize that growth and value. Then, take your case to whoever.
9. Ask for a promotion. If your job has grown or changed a great deal, or if your responsibilities have increased substantially, ask for a new title as well as a new salary. This could get you the respect of your colleagues as well as put you into a higher salary scale.

Tips

• Look at your hobbies[4] and interests[5] with an eye towards turning them into an extension of your job, or a new job.
• Be honest with yourself. If you're not a 'people person', putting in for a sales position might not be for you.
• Don't lose sight of your basic job duties in the process of growing or changing your career. Make sure that your job gets done, even as you branch out and learn new things.
• Let people know you're trying to grow and improve. Your initiative will be more visible and you're more likely to get help, whether in the form of opportunities to learn (such as more advanced tasks) or direct training and advice.

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Sources and Citations

1. ↑ http://swz.salary.com/
2. ↑ http://www.bestplaces.net/COL/
3. ↑ http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living
4. ↑ http://www.usnews.com/blogs/outside-voices-careers/2008/6/18/boost-your-career-with-a-hobby.html
5. ↑ http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/02/jobs/02career.html

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How to Become a Mailman

Learning how to become a mailman can be confusing because of changes in the US Postal Service recruitment process. In the past, there was no central application point and applications had to be filled out at the local post office. The Postal Service now has an online application system for recruiting employees. Although prospective mail carriers still have to take an exam at a local location, the online system makes it easier to find out about postal service careers, apply for jobs, and find out more about how to become a mailman.

Steps

1. Gather information about past employment and personal records including social security identification numbers or citizenship status. To claim veteran's preference, get a digital copy of Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty or other proof of veteran's preference eligibility.
2. Set aside enough time to complete the online application without distractions. Find a quiet place and a compatible Internet browser in which to fill out the online employment application. Not all Linux or Apple browser versions support the application. Java scripting must be enabled on Apple's Leopard operating system.
3. Go to the USPS website, and click on the careers section at the bottom of the front page. Click on the "create your eCareer profile" link. Follow the prompts to enter personal information and work history. The Summary of Accomplishments must be completed before applying for a position.
4. Click on the "search jobs online" link to look for mail carrier jobs. Openings can be searched by keyword, city, state, zip code or functional area, or a combination of these.
5. Decide whether temporary employment is acceptable. The USPS site lists many temporary and relief mail carrier positions. Temporary positions can last up to a year and provide limited benefits.
6. Plan to take the exam for entry-level jobs, called Test 473. The exam is given on a computer at designated testing facilities. The Federal Jobs Network website offers a testing guide that can be purchased. It is also available at most local libraries.
7. Prepare to pass a drug test and to meet the physical and mental requirements of a mail carrier position. Mail carriers must be able to unload and load containers of mail weighing up to 70 pounds and carry mail satchels that weigh up to 35 pounds. They spend most of their time walking and standing. They need to have a friendly, customer-oriented approach to interact with residents.

Warnings

• Beware of Internet postal exam scams that promise mail carrier positions for a testing fee. There is no fee for taking the postal exam. Contact the US Postal Inspection Service, the Federal Trade Commission and the state attorney general or Better Business Bureau to report postal exam scams.

Sources and Citations

• http://www.usps.com/employment/welcome.htm?from=home_ftpromo&page=rewardingopportunities

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How to Write a Curriculum Vitae (Cv)

A Curriculum Vitae or résumé is your marketing tool when applying for job opportunities. Employers use job applications to make comparisons between candidates, so you have to make an impact with your CV to maximise your prospects of being offered an interview.
Overall, a CV contains your contact details, qualifications, skills, employment history and any extracurricular activities. Structuring this information is not easy though, so Pogojo has created a layout guide for you to follow when putting together your own CV.
The key is to make it as easy as possible to read - like preparing assignments with the marker in mind, preparing a CV is similar, but in this case, you need to keep the Human Resource department of the firm you are applying for in mind - so, make it as clear and concise as possible.

Steps

1. Cover letter: A cover letter should not be longer than one page. It is the first thing an employer reviews and is your first chance to create a positive impression. You have to make it good to stand out!
2. Remember the following points for the body of your cover letter: Employers glance over hundreds of applications, Do not exaggerate or undervalue your skills and experiences, Support statements about your achievements with solid results, Link the skills you possess in relation to your most recent employment experiences before using examples related to your studies and extracurricular activities.
3. Avoid being vague when articulating your experiences by using this
4. Your closing paragraph should be a concise wrap up of how you are qualified for the vacant job and keen to join the organization to further develop your career and to help them succeed. Make it a positive and lasting impression!
5. The CV needs to be structured exceptionally, with a list of your employment history, studies and results, extracurricular activities and interests. It should not exceed three pages.
6. Objectives, Should be one to three lines.
7. Education, Year Commenced - Year Completed/Current: Name of Educational Institute
8. Employment History, Year Commenced - Year Completed/Current: Name of most recent or current employer
9. Interests, List two to three interests such as music, politics, fashion etc.
10. Sports, List any sport(s) you play competitively.
11. Hobbies, List any hobbies you have that may be of extra interest to the employer for instance reading, crafts and travelling. But only include these if you have the space to do so
12. Referees: References are available upon request.

Tips

• A main tip is that you list the key candidate requirements that the job advertisement contains. Where possible, try to link your achievements from previous jobs to these requirements listed or link various elements of your study that are relevant to the role and that you are prepared to learn where there is no direct experience. On one page, this will illustrate to the employer that you actually possess the required abilities for the position and have been able to demonstrate these during your work and study history. for more information regarding issues related to Study in Australia and Study Tips, please visit Pogojo!

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How to Choose Between Two Job Offers

Choosing a job requires a lot of soul searching and self analysis to ensure a happy and productive work life.

Steps

1. Make a list of your strengths.
2. Ask others about your talents and get their views.
3. Ask yourself the following questions. “What am I interested in?” “Where do my passions lie?” “Where are my talents?” “What makes me happy?”
   
   • How much does the job pay? How many hours will I be working? What is the travel time to my workplace?
   • Do I want to work as an employee or should I start my own home business?
   • What are the expenses for supplies, insurance, clothing, transportation, day care, etc?
   • How will my job affect my family life with my children and my spouse?
   • Can I see myself doing this job for a long time?
4. Remember that we only have 24 hours a day. Spending your time in the most beneficial way possible should be your goal.

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How to Teach English As a Second Language Worldwide

Are you considering an overseas job? Do you like to travel but can't afford the expense? Do you want to spend more time exploring foreign cultures than is possible on a short vacation? Do you like to teach? If so, why not explore teaching English in a foreign country?

Steps

1. Become qualified. No matter what your college major, you can pick up an internationally recognized ESL teaching certificate in as little as 5 weeks. Some programs combine study with teaching so that you can hit the ground running. Some certificates can be completed by distance learning.
2. Consider enrolling in an evening/weekend or distance learning Masters degree program while you work. Several such programs are available in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) or Applied Linguistics. You will command higher pay and easier access to the best jobs with a Master's degree. However, an M.A. or M.Ed. is usually not necessary to teach at private language schools and some public schools as well, depending on country and need.
3. Digitize your credentials. Foreign ESL employers almost always require you to email a resume, copies of your degrees and other qualifications, the photo page from your passport, and sometimes your transcripts, a criminal records check and/or a health certificate. Often employment recommendations or contact information of references are also requested. Have everything scanned digitally so that you can respond to job notices quickly and effortlessly.
4. Research available jobs and/or training programs. Check eslcafe.com and tefl.com for certification programs and worldwide job postings. Korean ESL positions are often posted on US job sites such as monster.com and careerbuilder.com.
5. Use due diligence. Before you accept a position, get the contract in writing, ask questions, and scan the ESL teacher forums for the experiences and opinions of other ESL teachers (e.g., the forum on eslcafe.com) and to check the reputation of the school.
6. Obtain necessary visas and work permits prior to arrival if possible, and update your passport with a "good" photograph. (Employment decisions from a distance are based on appearance more than is commonly acknowledged!) Some types of visas and especially work permits, are often handled by the school after arrival, but sometimes long-term visas cannot be obtained in-country and must be applied for prior to arrival.
7. Take care of domestic administrative matters before you leave. Consider renting a mailbox and mail-forwarding service such as available at The UPS Store. Set up online banking and automatic bill payments for bills that must be paid while you are away. Ensure that your ATM and credit cards are cleared to work abroad and accept foreign charges. Check the fees for foreign transactions, which sometimes incur a surcharge. Learn the procedures and fees for foreign currency wire transfers from abroad to your home account.

Tips

• Invest in a professional photograph depicting you in business attire. Schools in many Asian countries, especially, often require a current photograph to consider you for employment and to base a decision on, despite it being illegal in the US and justifiably reprehensible to many. The reality of ESL teaching, especially in private language schools, is that it is part entertainment and part business as well as education. Language schools compete with each other to attract and retain students, often young people, who can place undue emphasis on appearance instead of skills or qualifications.
• Update your wardrobe before you leave. Foreign countries often use different sizing and tailoring. In addition, clothing is sometimes more expensive abroad and choice can be limited. An exception would be some Asian countries, such as Thailand and China, where bargains on custom-tailored clothing can be found.
• Bring photographs of your home country, family, friends, and pets. They will do much to humanize you, the strange teacher, to others and are a great way to stimulate conversation among foreign colleagues and new acquaintances.
• Bring 'realia' from your home country. English-language scraps that we take for granted make great teaching tools and introduce English language students to a variety of everyday-but-important vocabulary, idioms, and genres. Examples include junk mail, restaurant menus and placemats, receipts, brochures and pamphlets, advertisements, supermarket coupons, shopping catalogs, complaint letters, spam emails, business cards, and to-do lists, etc., not usually found in formal textbooks. Recordings and videos of people you come in contact with are fun and provide your students with examples of English in everyday use.
• Check the "contact hours" that you will be required to teach before accepting any job. The higher the number of contact hours, the less preparation time and recharging time you will have. Typically, universities require 12 to 16 contact hours per week, while private language schools can require up to 25 or more and keep you on your feet most of the day.
• It is very difficult for ESL teachers with a US passport to work legally in EU countries. Therefore, it is usually best for Americans to restrict their job search to non-EU countries.

Warnings

• Beware that as a foreigner you will be at a disadvantage when grievances occur. It is sometimes necessary to complain with your feet. Almost everyone who makes a career of this has had to abandon plans at one time or another in the face of unfulfilled contracts or promises, or unacceptable policies or practices. Don't take it personally. Democratic values, fairness, and common decency are not yet universal. Do as much research as possible before accepting a job, but accept that you can never prepare completely for what you may find.
• ESL teachers abroad can tend to be overly ingratiating, politically correct and prone to rationalize and apologize for practices that would clearly be unacceptable at home. Know this and be prepared to accept, adjust, or challenge the status quo as you see fit.
• Students will often attempt to elicit free English lessons by inviting you out for coffee, meals, and other activities. Guard your free time and learn to say 'No.' Speaking very slowly and repeating everything again and again for long periods can be tiresome and draining.
• Students will often seek to ingratiate themselves with you -- the new, naive foreign teacher -- to elicit favorable grades in ways they would never attempt with their native teachers. Do not accept tickets, gifts, or favors no matter how trivial unless your students understand that they will in no way influence their grades.
• Beware of employment agencies that specialize in foreign employment and which require payment by the job seeker. They are almost always unnecessary and sometimes nefarious. Be especially aware of websites that promise foreign jobs yet display no street address or phone number.
• Grade inflation is endemic in many countries. Sometimes students from privileged families in poor countries, especially, have been rescued from failure since grade school and possess a sense of entitlement to top grades despite poor performance. This is always a difficult call for the foreign teacher. My advice -- use your conscience despite the consequences. Ultimately, you must be able to live with yourself.
• Salaries are usually much lower in most foreign countries for teachers, however, often free or subsidized housing and utilities are provided as well as other benefits. Usually incomes are sufficient to live a comfortable life in the local economy and still send at least some money home each month. Americans living abroad also usually qualify for the IRS Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and are not required to pay US income tax.

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How to Get a Job in New Zealand

People are moving to New Zealand for the employment and different lifestyle. Life down under is never the same again for the people who make the move to this tranquil and beautiful Land of the Long White Cloud. It is not all days of wine and roses, however. Learn about the plus and minuses, before you set sail!

Steps

1. Check with New Zealand Immigration first of all to see whether you could get a work visa/permit or working holiday in New Zealand. The employers in NZ will most likely only hire someone who has had a work visa for at least 2 years if you are looking for a professional job. Australians do not need visas.
2. Try registering with a few recruitment agencies once you are qualified to work. NZ employers & corporates are depending on recruitment agencies for their hiring.
3. Log on to jobs.co.nz or seek.co.nz, which offers advertisements for the latest jobs. New Zealand jobs are available to people who are willing to work as the country is on the lookout for good talent.
4. Seek more information on the Government's website, which offers insight into the demand there is right now and information on getting work in New Zealand at jobs.govt.nz.
5. Do you teach? www.edgazette.gov.nz has a wonderful list of all current teaching vacancies (they run between 500-1800 at any one time). Teacher aide jobs do not require formal teaching qualifications, also, when schools (usually rural) are unable to find qualfied teachers, they are authorized to hire those without them.
6. NZ is unusually flexible, in terms of hiring without proper visas and teacher registration. You could well be hired, with the understanding that, you commence the paperwork process, and get it cleared up in a reasonable time frame.

Tips

• New Zealand makes it easy for professionals from all walks of life to start a new life there. Fancy a change? Now is the time to try it out.
• Consider taking a short course or hiring on part time, to get some Kiwi experience: employers look to see how you are going to fit into their culture.
• The country is as drop-dead gorgeous as you might expect and traffic congestion and road rage (outside of Auckland, anyhow) is minimal, especially by US standards. Citizens are (usually) law-abiding. Traffic rules are closely obeyed by most. The air is clear, the countryside is green. It's an aggrarian country, and food is plentiful and reasonably cheap (although the best lamb is exported, which drives meat prices up).

Warnings

• There are problems in some NZ schools with children being extremely aggressive, poorly prepared, unmotivated, bullying and assaulting other children or teachers.
• 20% of all educated Kiwis work and live outside NZ.
• If you are going through the points system and need to have your qualifications compared with New Zealand standards etc. be prepared that this may take sometime, may require verification that you actually have the degree and it isn't fake, will probably require all the original documentation including certificates and mark-sheets, and as with other countries, can be quite expensive. Although it may be quicker allow at least six months for the entire immigration process
• New Zealand is not Australia, take warm clothes. The climate is closer to that of the U.K. but slightly milder in the winter and not always as hot in the summer depending on what part of New Zealand you will move to
• Unless you have a very technical skill, or work in an area where there is a skill shortage,then speaking English with excellent grammar will greatly improve your job prospects. Aim for a 7 or better on all parts of IELTs. While New Zealanders are generally very friendly and understanding of different English levels the job market is very competitive and higher level jobs do tend to go to those who speak English very well regardless of country of origin
• Don't try and bring in fresh food from overseas, customs won't be too happy and you can be fined thousands of dollars (see signs at airport). It may be possible to bring in some types of packaged dried food but make sure you declare it.
• Depending on where you are coming from your pet is likely to require quarantine for some time.

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How to Adjust to a New Job

Adjusting to a new job can be a daunting challenge, whether you took the new job by choice or out of necessity. Pretty soon, you'll know the new people, the new work, and the new place. Meanwhile, you can take some steps to make the transition smoother.

Steps

1. Visualize a great day. Try to think of all you believe is good and positive in you. Tell yourself that you'll be a happy person around in the workplace and a pleasure for everyone at work to have you with them.
2. Arrive on time or a little early the first day. Ask in advance when, where, and whom you will meet. Confirm that somebody will be there to meet you when you arrive.
   
   • Obtain and bring the phone number of somebody who can let you in. Get any special instructions, too.
   • Be courteous and patient with the receptionist and any security staff you meet on the way in. They can contact the right people and help point you in the right direction.
3. Take care of the administrative stuff. Visit Human Resources, security, your manager, and anybody else you need to see to get started. Ask questions if you need to.
   
   • Fill out whatever paperwork is necessary and get it turned in promptly. Note that applications for insurance, retirement, or other benefits may need to be turned in within a certain amount of time after starting the job for them to be accepted. If you're not sure about policies, procedures, or deadlines; ask.
   • Present identification if it is required. You may need to place a copy of your passport, social security card, or other state or national ID on file.
   • Obtain (or apply for) your badge, uniform, and any keys you will need. Make sure to get a temporary badge if your permanent one will take some time to arrive.
   • Attend any training or orientation.
   • Review the employee manual and any other matter you're asked to read.
   • Request business cards if they will be a part of your job.
4. Get to know your colleagues. This could be the single most valuable way to ease the transition into a new job.
   
   • Learn names as much as possible. Introduce yourself and ask a few simple questions to start the conversation. Find out what people's roles are and how long they have been around, for a start.
   • Ask who to ask. If you're stuck on something, go to somebody you already met and ask where you should take a question.
   • Make friends. As you start to develop a professional rapport with some people, invite them to have coffee or lunch with you someday. Getting outside the workplace can do wonders for camaraderie.
5. Learn your work area and, as appropriate, set it up.
   
   • If you share space or equipment with others, learn where it goes and how to care for it. You'll make a good impression by keeping things tidy and in working order.
   • Arrange your work space for your style. Do you use your telephone frequently? Put it within easy arm's reach. Are you right-handed? Leave yourself space to write on that side of your chair. Organize your desk for the way you work.
   • Adjust your chair to fit comfortably. Ask for any special accommodations you need.
   • Clean your workspace, especially if somebody else occupied it previously. Stay a little late the first day, if you need to. People eat, sneeze, and cough at their desks, and you're better off not starting a new job by calling in sick the second week.
   • Remove the clutter, if any was left behind.
   • Wipe down your desk with damp paper towels. Pre-moistened wipes or a mild spray cleaner will do a better job. Don't forget the mouse, mousepad, keyboard, the armrests of your chair, the telephone and doorknobs, since all these things get handled frequently.
   • Collect or request any supplies or equipment you will need to do your job.
   • Arrange and organize your workspace as you go, too. You may not know what to title file folders or binders until you get started doing your job, for instance.
6. Get your computer, accounts, and passwords set up. The IT or IS department will usually help. Listen to their instructions and advice. Don't forget to ask for assistance installing a printer, if you need to.
7. Learn enough about your voice mail system to initiate your mailbox, record an outgoing message, and set a password. Sometimes there are various internal and external messages to set up.
8. Learn your new job. Depending on your job and your previous experience, it could take anywhere from weeks to years to master.
   
   • Ask plenty of questions at first. Everybody will understand that you are starting in a new place, and it will show that you're actively learning.
   • Establish goals and define your objectives. Do this jointly with your supervisor. You may see what needs doing, or he/she may tell you what needs to be done, or (most likely) a combination may occur. Your objectives may evolve as you settle in, but starting right away will give you direction when you most need it.
   • Listen carefully to instructions and advice that people offer.
   • Write things down. Use a notebook, calendar or planner to help keep track of all the new information that is coming your way. When somebody tells you where to go or who to see, make a note of it. It will help you remember what you need to do, and it will demonstrate that you are paying attention.
   • Repeat back instructions that you receive, in your own words. It's a good way to make sure that you understand things completely, and it will help you remember. You can begin, "Let me make sure I understand correctly here. You'd like me to..."
9. Learn the building or other space where you will be working. Where is the printer? The restroom? The emergency exit? The cafeteria? If there's a map, take a good look at it.
10. Talk to your boss. Even if it's not your favorite activity, communicating regularly with your boss is a good way to know if you're on the right track. Don't forget that you can ask questions, give a status report (verbally or in writing), and ask for feedback and recommendations.
11. Jump in and start doing your work. Either you will figure out what you are doing or you will learn where you are stuck and what you need to ask. Instructions and advice may get you started, but doing is the best way to learn.

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Tips

• Don't underestimate the power of being new. Yes, you have a lot of work to do, and you'll need to establish a new reputation here, but you also bring a fresh perspective and you probably bring experience from other companies or jobs. Try to turn that into fresh energy, new ideas, and initiative that will make you stand out among your new colleagues.
• Personalize your workspace a bit, if appropriate. A well-chosen knickknack can make a new office feel more familiar and serve as an ice-breaker with new colleagues.
• In general, dress according to how others dress, whether that is jeans and sneakers or suits and ties. The exception is if your new role means seeing people that the others in your office don't. If you're part of the sales or executive team, for instance, dealing with customers or investors that the back-office crew doesn't see, dress accordingly.
  
  • Always dress professionally for the interview. If you're not sure, dress professionally for the first day and adjust your style after you've had time to look around.
  • Dress according to your duties. Whether you're climbing ladders to the roof, digging ditches, or sitting behind a desk, dress accordingly.
• Get to know the area around your workplace, too. You don't have to do this the first day, but as you get comfortable, take a different route home. Ask coworkers about their favorite restaurants, or explore for yourself. In fact, asking coworkers about good restaurants nearby is a great way to start a conversation and get to know some people.
• Nerves about your first day(s) on a new job are normal, but don't let them get the better of you. If you happen to slip up, simply explain that you're nervous and try again. Most people will understand.

Warnings

• Keep your conduct, dress, and manner professional, especially at first, until you have some feel for the atmosphere and culture in your new workplace.
• Experience is great, but do not assume that your new company works the same way as your old company. Make the effort to learn what is different or new.

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How to Find Work While Dealing With a Long Term Medical Condition

While dealing with a long term medical illness is difficult enough, for most there is still the need to provide for oneself and/or one's family, as well as being able to still enjoy a modicum of lifestyle. Although the type and severity of the illness play a major role in determining how this can be achieved, there are a variety of ways to gain employment despite long term illness.

Steps

1. Know your illness. If you're still coming to terms with or learning about your malady, consult with a relevant practitioner about what they feel would be appropriate to undertake. In the vast majority of instances an MD, therapist, or spiritual consul would be wholly supportive of your decision to find employment, as holding down a job, despite the rigors and routine involved, typically has a strong positive influence on the outlook of someone suffering from illness and often assists in the path to recovery, or at the very least the effective management of illness. Family, friends and trusted peers can also be of immense value in offering advice about what's out there or as an outside perspective to what they believe you can achieve. Like anyone, the opinions of those we listen to play a major role in our decisions and ideally will also be a source of encouragement and support.
2. Find the right kind of work for your condition. A chronic asthmatic should most likely not be a football coach, however there is nothing to prevent them from being a regular teacher, office worker, or computer technician. It's important to understand the nature of your illness and what it may restrict you from doing; this is often easier defined for people with a physical illness or disability than someone experiencing prolonged mental illness. A person with a recurring spinal injury would know not to work in menial labor or other physically demanding roles; however, it is not as obvious for someone suffering from bipolar disorder as to what they should or should not do; in these cases it's important to understand more about the limitations your condition impose.
3. Fill any gaps in your work history with activities you can handle. Part-time employment and volunteer work are both good ways to avoid having to answer a question about your work history with the answer "I was sick."[1]
4. Focus on what you can do. There's no point day dreaming about being a jet pilot if you are blind in one eye. As blunt as that is, the sooner you remove unrealistic ambitions and nonproductive attitudes about what you want to do and can't, the sooner you can start doing what you can. If a side effect of your illness or the treatment thereof gives you fatigue, consider part-time or home-based employment. If high pressure roles have a negative impact on your mental state, pursue a low stress occupation. With the right amount of consideration and perseverance, work exists for almost any illness you may have.
5. In the US, look for employment with companies to which protective laws apply. The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requires employers with 50 or more workers, for instance, to grant you up to a total of 12 work weeks of unpaid leave during any 12-month period for your own serious health condition without losing your job or your health insurance. The Americans with Disability Act (ADA) requires employers with 15 or more employees to make reasonable accommodations (e.g. modified work schedule, wheelchair ramp) around your disability (e.g. epilepsy, paralysis, HIV infection, AIDS, cancer) as long as you can carry out the essential tasks of the job. Note that smaller companies may still be able to accommodate your condition without being required by law; check the employee manual.[2]
6. Find out whether your employer has a short- or long-term disability plan. Such a plan may guarantee that you get all or a portion of your pay for a certain period. These insurers are notorious for delaying and not paying claims, so be sure to plan for a year or two to collect any benefits and engage a good lawyer early. You may also want to find out how much sick time or unused vacation time you have that can be applied in case your condition requires you to take time off.[2]
7. Be careful about what you divulge. The employment laws of the country you live in will play a significant role in what you have to disclose about your illness, and also regarding your rights against potential discrimination. The decision as to how much you want to reveal is yours; information withheld about an illness may affect your employment at some point if it has an unwanted impact on your ability to do your job (a chain of sick days for example, or unexplained erratic behavior). In the US, a potential employer is not permitted to ask questions like the following before extending a job offer:[3]
   
   • Do you have a heart condition? Do you have asthma or any other difficulties breathing?
   • Do you have a disability which would interfere with your ability to perform the job?
   • How many days were you sick last year?
   • Have you ever filed for workers' compensation? Have you ever been injured on the job?
   • Have you ever been treated for mental health problems?
   • What prescription drugs are you currently taking?
   An employer can require a medical examination after offering you a job, but can withdraw the offer only if they can show that you are unable to perform the essential functions of the job (with or without reasonable accommodation), or that you pose a significant risk of causing substantial harm to yourself or others.[3]
8. The real obstacle is your attitude, not your illness. Having an illness or disability is far from saying that you are prevented from achieving real accomplishments. History and modern society are abundant with figures who have not only overcome their illnesses to succeed, but in many cases used them as a driving force. Helen Keller, who became blind and deaf as an infant, graduated from Radcliffe and became an internationally-known writer and speaker. Franklin D. Roosevelt became a renowned American president despite being made a paraplegic by polio. Many artists, musicians, public figures and businessmen have experienced and managed varying kinds of mental illness during the road to success, and so can you. Ultimately it's down to your own determination how you gain employment or pursue a passion. Remember that for many "healthy" people finding a job can be a major struggle and often their only reasons are lack of motivation or an inability to accept responsibility. In many ways, having the challenge of illness puts arbitrary matters into perspective and becomes in itself a motivation to achieve. It is important, however, depending on your condition, to be aware of your own health when making choices about the nature of work you wish to do.

Tips

• Non-profit and community organizations, especially those that may be directly related to your condition, are excellent places to either get leads or find work.

Warnings

• You may wish to touch base with your references about how much they will reveal about your condition.
• Be careful about how you discuss your condition on the Internet through blogs, social media profiles, and anything associated with your name. If an Internet search of your name reveals details that you don't want a potential employer to discover, see How to Ungoogle Yourself.
• None of this is to be construed as any sort of legal advice. If you need such advice, contact a competent legal professional.

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Sources and Citations

• http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2009/01/04/eveningnews/main4697774.shtml

1. ↑ http://chronicle.com/article/Coping-With-Chronic-Illness/46381/
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 http://www.bankrate.com/brm/news/insurance/20060403a1.asp
3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 http://www.workingworld.com/articles/Should-I-Disclose-a-Medical-Condition-During-a-Job-Interview

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How to Find E Employment for Doing the E Business Through Highlance.Com

Outsourcing in current Global Financial recession has developed manifold making clear for the economists that Outsourcing business has no hindrance in prevailing financial constraints through which world is passing .The best source of E-employment for doing the E-business is through Freelance Marketplaces like Highlance.com . The trend of Freelance Jobs growing each passing day and more and more Freelance professionals are heading towards these Freelance Marketplaces and striving to get their Share from this open opportunity available worldwide through world Wide Web . Highlance is the great platform for small Businesses and Entrepreneurs to connect with Freelance professionals and getting their tasks done with ease powered by effective customer facilitation being offered by Highlance support .

Steps

1. Signup as a Provider(FREE) and build your profile.
2. Bid on any projects for free.
3. Communicate with project managers through messaging system!
4. If chosen, you can accept or deny the project.
5. Start work once buyer confirm the payments.
   
   • Payments are released to you once project is completed.
   • Project manager leaves a review for you.
6. You can also leave a review for the project manager.

Tips

• It is free to use for both buyers and service providers.
• Both buyer and provider can communicate using a messaging system PMB that is available to all registered users.
• Highlance provide comprehensive management tools and a fixed or flexible hourly payment model.
• As a user on Highlance you can work as both buyer and provider.

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How to Bear a Job That You Hate

Hate to get up in the morning because you know where you have to go? There are plenty of people who are working at jobs that they're not ideally suited for, but what if you loathe your job, and you can't quit or find another one? You start to relate more to people who are in prison or war. Here are some ways to make it tolerable.

Steps

1. Have a good sense of humor. Strive to maintain a lightheartedness about what you're doing. If you can't stand the people you work with, laugh about how reliably silly and petty people can be, the way we laugh at how children fight over teddy bears. Imagine you're living in a sitcom. Turn monotonous tasks into games. Be playful.
2. Practice your optimism. If there was ever a way to test your outlook on life, this is certainly one of them. There's a lot of misery that you can let go of just by changing the way you see your situation. For example, viewing your job as a temporary lot rather than something you're going to be "stuck" with for the rest of your life can make a big difference in your mood. Look at the big picture...the much bigger picture.
3. Live in the moment. One of the ways to avoid getting lost in your frustration is to get so lost in the moment - the minute details of what you're doing, and how you feel when you're doing it - that you forget about all those negative thoughts. While optimism asks you to look at the big picture, living in the moment involves looking at the tiniest picture possible. Do not dwell on the past. Whenever negative past events pop into your mind, bring your attention back to the task at hand. Similarly, don't imagine about the future. Oftentimes we imagine future events that never happen, so we worry for nothing. Living in the moment is not always easy to do. Meditation or mindfulness meditation can help.
4. Commit random acts of kindness. How much can you surprise people with your kindness? What would happen if you decided to start acting like Jesus, Gandhi, Santa Claus, or any other historically kind figure at work? At first, people would probably be surprised. But try it. How might it transform your workplace?
   
   • Try to avoid accidentally coming off as condescending when you're being kind. Some people just aren't used to being treated nicely for no apparent reason!
   • Keep a journal. View it as a social experiment. Maybe start a blog!
5. Learn How to Deal with a Bad Boss. In many cases, a miserable job is closely linked to a miserable boss. If you can fix that, maybe you can even Help Your Boss Succeed and Get a Promotion!
6. Lose Your Fear of Being Fired. Sometimes what makes a job hate-worthy is that we feel like we need it, almost like we're slaves, because we absolutely dread getting fired. But living in fear of getting fired is not a good way for anyone to live.
7. When all else fails, Look Busy at Work Without Really Working or Call in Sick When You Just Need a Day Off. Do this in moderation, though, or else you won't have any job to hate!
8. Understand that even bad situations can be learning situations. Remember to keep learning. Even if you hate your job, there are always opportunities for you to learn something new.

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There could be any number of reasons you can't leave a job you loathe. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't try to make the best of the time you're stuck there.

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How to Accept a Job Offer

Even if you have accepted a job over the phone, it's a good idea to write a job acceptance letter to confirm the details of employment and to formally accept the job offer.

Steps

1. Even if you have accepted a job over the phone, it's a good idea to write a job acceptance letter to confirm the details of employment and to formally accept the job offer.
2. Your letter can be brief, but, should include the following:
3. Thanks and appreciation for the opportunity
4. Written acceptance of the job offer
5. The terms and conditions of employment (salary, benefits)
6. Starting date of employment
7. Address the letter to the person who offered you the position. Include your contact information and phone number, even though it is on file with the employer.
8. Make sure that your letter is well written and does not contain typos or grammatical errors. Even though you already have been offered the job, you want to make sure all your correspondence is professional.

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How to Maintain a Job

Maintaining a job, particularly in the current climate, requires professional finesse. Read on to find out how to make your colleagues respect you and your boss see you as an indispensable asset.

Steps

1. Be punctual and don't try to escape early!
2. Be on top of things. Know exactly what is expected of you. If you're not sure - ask! It's not advisable to proceed with the hope that you'll blag your way through. Find out when you are expected to complete tasks and then manage your time accordingly. Stick to deadlines. Unfortunately, this may mean on occasion you need to put in those extra hours. If meeting the deadline is really not possible, make sure you let your line manager know in plenty of time and explain why. Turning up on the day without your presentation/assignment/completed task will not earn you any points.
3. Dress the part. Observe your workplace's dress code!
4. Think about what you say and how you say it. No one at work needs to know how much you drank last night, who you pulled, how much of a looker they were, and how many times you threw up etc. Equally they don't need to know the ins and outs of every matrimonial spat. That's not to say you need to be a worker robot. Knowing that you have an active social life can be a bonus, it shows what a well rounded person you are, just be selective about the details.
5. Be careful who you trust. (No one!). Never bitch and moan about other colleagues, even if they really are useless. Getting on with others is part of what makes you an asset to your employer. If you depend on a useless person to complete a task, give them clear deadlines, bring it up in casual conversation, say during a coffee break, without nagging to keep it in their mind, a few days before the deadline send out a friendly reminder. If it doesn't work, pass on your share to your line manager and let them do the chasing and disciplining.
6. If you finish a task with plenty of time to spare, don't hold on to it and use the interim to surf the net, call your friends from the office phone or play computer games. Hand it in early and ask what else needs to be done. If there's nothing obvious there's nothing wrong with showing you're willing to 'muck in', tidying the office and washing the cups benefits everyone!
7. If you're the more experienced worker, be willing to help others. Being approachable and helpful will quickly earn you a reputation - the best advertisement for yourself is genuine praise that comes from your colleagues in their conversations with your boss.

Tips

• Show interest in others. Rather than talking about yourself, your weekend, ask others. People love talking about themselves! Aim to have good relationships with everyone in your department. Making a bit of effort pays its own rewards in the long run. You never know when your going to need to ask them for something - and it's helpful if you're already on chatty terms when the time comes.
• Smile! People naturally prefer optimistic people. Moaning, being cynical, pedantic or sarcastic will not make you popular.
• Don't complain about your work or how much you have to do etc - but do be honest if you are struggling.

Warnings

• While the above is a list of 'do s', it's important to be yourself (your professional self!). Fake, over enthusiastic behaviour or praising the boss's haircut will earn you a reputation as an arse-kisser.

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How to Apply for USPS Jobs

A job at the USPS can be lucrative and provide a plethora of benefits, similar to the benefits received by federal employees. However, it can be a process that’s sometimes difficult to understand since there are numerous rules and prerequisites that are required. If you need to learn about how to apply for USPS jobs, here are a few simple steps that can get you well on your way to becoming a USPS employee.

Steps

Learn the Qualifying Steps Needed to Apply for USPS Jobs

1. Learn the age requirement of 18 years old.
2. Be a U.S. Citizen, a citizen of any territory pledging allegiance to the U.S., such as American Samoa, or a lawful resident in ownership of a green card.
3. Display proficiency in English as a language.
4. Provide an employment history of up to 10 years, a criminal history and your military service history.
5. Pass a drug screening and medical evaluation.
6. Have a clean driving record.

Find Out About the Application Procedures Required

1. Have a working e-mail account.
2. Find job openings online at the USPS site, which will require you to enable Java script on your computer.
3. Create an eCareer profile on the USPS site, which has you list an accomplishment summary for their use and consideration.
4. Download a pre-employment screening and motor vehicle operator and tractor trailer operator assessment worksheet.
5. Check out the individual applications that you can download for specific jobs performed at the post office.
6. Learn which jobs require a written exam, such as mail handlers and clerical positions.
7. Review the facts page for applying for a job on the USPS site.

Learn About the Benefits of Working for the United States Postal Service

1. Learn about the compensation package, which includes competitive pay rates, regular salary increases, overtime pay, differential shift pay and premium pay for Sunday work.
2. Become familiar with the insurance benefits offered, such as health insurance and life insurance. Both are competitively affordable with most of the premiums carried by the USPS.
3. Learn about the retirement and savings plans offered such as 401K and retirement payments.
4. Be aware of the paid leave benefits offered, which includes paid vacations and paid sick time off.
5. Gain knowledge of the flexible spending account plan offered that you could use for medical expenses out of pocket and child care payments.
6. Know about the holiday pay offered for 10 holidays per year. These are paid days off for USPS employees.

Take Practice Exams

1. Find online practice exams to be able to familiarize yourself with what types of questions are asked. Some are free but most places offer paid packages to prepare yourself for when you apply for a USPS job.
2. Download the Test 473 study guide directly from the USPS website. This is an orientation guide for major entry level jobs.

Locate Where and How to Apply

1. Apply for and pass the exam with a score of at least 70.
2. Submit your application online at the USPS site or call 1-866-999-8777 (TTY 1-800-800-8776) to apply by phone.

Tips

• Have all the needed documentation ready at your disposal so that you can save time when applying.

Warnings

• Beware of online scams guaranteeing USPS jobs in exchange for compensation.

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Sources and Citations

• http://www.usps.com/employment/welcome.htm
• http://postalwork.net/
• http://www.cityjobslinks.com/usps/usps_how_to_apply.html
• http://faq.usps.com/eCustomer/iq/usps/request.do?session={104e1230-7640-11de-d82a-000000000000}&view%28%29=c{3dac1610-21b8-11dd-665e-000000000000}&varset%28source%29=sourceType:topNFAQ&tTitle=Top%2010%20FAQ%27s

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