Surviving Layoffs When You Arent Laid-Off

Surviving Layoffs â€" When You Arent Laid-Off I was supposed to write a book review of Word of Mouth Marketing, by Andy Sernovitz, but time is getting away from me. For those that are coming this afternoon at 4pm, you might want to check out this page to see how to get to the Miller center, and where to park and go when you get there. If you want to come today, more info is here. Scot Herrick is one of my favorite people. In fact, hes one of my heroes. Ill write more about that later, but let me share with you a very, very powerful bit of advice from Scot to those at his old company, the one that just laid off him and his wife (and thousands of others): The more difficult task at hand is for those still at [the company] having to put humpty dumpty back together again. There is the stress of doing that and wondering if the layoffs are finally over; knowing they are not. My advice is to continue to perform. As someone on this list once told me, job skills plus performance on the job equals opportunities. Others will always look at your skills and your performance, so keep on performing and adding to your skills even in the face of adversity. It will pay off in the long run. Scot is right on. No wonder, though, Scot is the creator of Cube Rules, one of the best career management blogs around. Hes been thinking, pondering and writing about this stuff long enough that when it was his time to get tagged (laid off), he was ready. Im sure there are still emotions involved, for him and his wife, but I know they will land on their feet. Surviving Layoffs â€" When You Arent Laid-Off I was supposed to write a book review of Word of Mouth Marketing, by Andy Sernovitz, but time is getting away from me. For those that are coming this afternoon at 4pm, you might want to check out this page to see how to get to the Miller center, and where to park and go when you get there. If you want to come today, more info is here. Scot Herrick is one of my favorite people. In fact, hes one of my heroes. Ill write more about that later, but let me share with you a very, very powerful bit of advice from Scot to those at his old company, the one that just laid off him and his wife (and thousands of others): The more difficult task at hand is for those still at [the company] having to put humpty dumpty back together again. There is the stress of doing that and wondering if the layoffs are finally over; knowing they are not. My advice is to continue to perform. As someone on this list once told me, job skills plus performance on the job equals opportunities. Others will always look at your skills and your performance, so keep on performing and adding to your skills even in the face of adversity. It will pay off in the long run. Scot is right on. No wonder, though, Scot is the creator of Cube Rules, one of the best career management blogs around. Hes been thinking, pondering and writing about this stuff long enough that when it was his time to get tagged (laid off), he was ready. Im sure there are still emotions involved, for him and his wife, but I know they will land on their feet. Surviving Layoffs â€" When You Arent Laid-Off I was supposed to write a book review of Word of Mouth Marketing, by Andy Sernovitz, but time is getting away from me. For those that are coming this afternoon at 4pm, you might want to check out this page to see how to get to the Miller center, and where to park and go when you get there. If you want to come today, more info is here. Scot Herrick is one of my favorite people. In fact, hes one of my heroes. Ill write more about that later, but let me share with you a very, very powerful bit of advice from Scot to those at his old company, the one that just laid off him and his wife (and thousands of others): The more difficult task at hand is for those still at [the company] having to put humpty dumpty back together again. There is the stress of doing that and wondering if the layoffs are finally over; knowing they are not. My advice is to continue to perform. As someone on this list once told me, job skills plus performance on the job equals opportunities. Others will always look at your skills and your performance, so keep on performing and adding to your skills even in the face of adversity. It will pay off in the long run. Scot is right on. No wonder, though, Scot is the creator of Cube Rules, one of the best career management blogs around. Hes been thinking, pondering and writing about this stuff long enough that when it was his time to get tagged (laid off), he was ready. Im sure there are still emotions involved, for him and his wife, but I know they will land on their feet.

What To Do If You Are Injured On The Job

What To Do If You Are Injured On The Job Perhaps you are a lot like me. You are the type of person that does not like to sit behind a desk all day at a boring job or work indoors in a factory. Im the type of individual that prefers the open air and feeling the wind against my skin. I am also very athletic and enjoy cycling for fun on a daily basis. Therefore, combining the two would be the perfect career choice for me. I discovered my dream job, which was a bicycle messenger for a popular food service in the city. Things were going great until I was injured on the job. The fact is that these things happen. Heres what to do if this should happen to you too. Do You Need A Lawyer? If you want to get full compensation for your injuries, you need to take this step and hire an experienced workers comp attorney, like Schwartz Law Firm. Surprisingly, a lot of injured workers decide that they do not require an experienced legal mind to defend their rights because the employer or another person in management told them that it was only a minor injury and the company would handle all aspects of the claim. Here is something to consider. The employer has a legal team on their side to protect their interest. Even in a minor incident, you should hire an attorney to protect your rights and any hidden traps set by lawyers for the employer. Hire An Attorney Immediately After An Injury Perhaps your employer assures you that you do not need an attorney for your claim. Later on, things get really complicated. Your employer actually denies your workers comp claim and you are left without any type of compensation for your injuries. In another scenario, your employer does settle your claim. However, the amount is not enough to cover lost wages or your injuries. Or in a case similar to mine, an employer denied the claim filed by the worker because he was injured on the job by a motorist that was not connected with the company. An experienced attorney has the experience and legal education to handle this situation. Certainly, you do not and would suffer at the mercy of the companys legal team. More Attorney Advantages The surprising fact is that a lot of people assume that they will need to pay the attorney up front. This is not true in most circumstances. Generally, the attorney will take a percentage of the benefits that the injured worker receives. It is also important to note that there are time constraints on when to notify your employer about the injury and contact an attorney. The injured worker has 120 days to report the injury to their employer, in order to file the claim. An attorney will supply the injured party with several very notable advantages that should guide the individual to winning their claim. Here are a few to consider. The attorney with collect medical evidence and place it in a report Obtain testimonies of medical professionals Guide and advise you through the entire legal process Represent you in court Take depositions that back up your claim Negotiate settlements Selecting A Good Attorney The fact is that the Internet is flooded with a wide variety of attorneys that vary in their skills and ability to handle your claim properly. Certainly, great attorneys share a lot of similar qualities. However, it is also a good idea to trust your gut feeling. For example, do you feel comfortable with the attorney? Is the attorney someone that you could talk openly and freely with about any subject matter? The lawyer should always keep all communication lines open and contact you with important updates on your claim. A good attorney also explains in detail any fees and the structured settlement that you are should receive. Finally, a good lawyer should also have a proven track record. In other words, theyve settled a high number of cases successfully for their clients. If you are injured on the job, hire an attorney as soon as possible to make sure that your claim is handled successfully.

What Are 3 Positive Things Your Last Boss Would Say About You

What Are 3 Positive Things Your Last Boss Would Say About You This is a great opportunity to show off a little bit and to sell yourself on some of your skills or attributes.When describingthreepositive things your last boss would say about you, it is important not to just spout off the first three things that come to mind.If you are reading this article before your interview then you are on the right track! You should have plenty of time to craft your answer specific to the job you are applying for.Quick TipsDon’t exaggerate. The person doing your interview has most likely heard a ton of answers for this question before. Be honest, and avoid raising any red flags through seemingly unrealistic answers. Be unique. Try to bring something to the table that nobody else can. What makes you special or particularly fit for this position? -Don’t state obvious facts that are already on your resume. Your last boss should not be stating basic knowledge about your day-to-day. Instead, your last boss should mention work qualities and achievements that yo u possess. Be modest. Whether or not it is true that you were the favorite of your last boss, do not put down others or diminish anyone when lifting yourself up. You can even do the opposite. Try crediting some of your success to your peers, boss, or someone else. Try relating this question to your strengths! Be prepared for the interview question, What Are Your Strengths?3 Positive Things Your Last Boss Would Say“During my last job, I was very well-known for being the knowledgeable employee. I had memorized all of the content, statistics, and case studies for our company so everyone in the office would use me as their personal content encyclopedia.My boss also commented on how punctual I was - I never missed a deadline or was late to work for the 3 years I worked there.Finally, I would have to say that my boss would also bring up my team spirit. I was known for bringing in treats to the entire team after every successful event that took place. Everyone in the office looked forwar d to cookies or donuts after a huge sale, new product launch, or new milestone.”If this example does not relate to you specifically, try your best to come up with your own. Below are a few basic traits that you can talk about.Trustworthy / Honest Great sense of humor Hard worker Willing to work extra hours Flexible Great under pressure Knows the profession EnergeticWhat's Next?If you are still unsure how to answer the question, “What are 3 positive things your last boss would say about you?” don’t worry. We are here to help at Find My Profession.

Personal Branding Weekly - 29 April 2013 - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Personal Branding Weekly - 29 April 2013 - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career It seems that more people are using the buzz words personal branding as describing it as designing your brand or perhaps the visual imagery of your brand.  Personal branding is so much more than that and foundational to it is discovering your actual brand. We hope this weeks articles help you in the discovery process: Retention Starts Before Recruiting by Glassdoor.com School Success versus Work Success by Henrieta Riesco 2 Big Myths of Social Networks by Nance Rosen 6 Things You Are Doing to Damage Your Personal Brand by Heather Huhman Are You Seeing Results? by Elinor Stutz Resume Tips for Projecting a Creative Personal Brand by Roger Parker Stand Out by Staying Ahead by Maria Elena Duron What Do I Want to be When I Grow Up??? by Richard Kirby Plan Your Daysor Else by Jeff Shuey What Cycling Culture can Teach us About Personal Branding by Peter Sterlacci Sheryl Sandberg Boosts Her Personal Brand: So Can You! by Beth Kuhel Have You Checked Your References by Michael Spinale Easy Ways to Deal with Difficult Co-Workers by Ken Sundheim Success is More than Just Showing Up by Erik Deckers And, Earth Week wouldnt be complete if we didnt have a healthy discussion about greenwashing and what that could mean to not only business but personal brands. This next week we look forward to insights from: The Chamber of Commerce The Young Entrepreneur Council As well as some great insights from our thoughtful and experienced author team. A special congratulations to Elinor Stutz whose book, Inspired Business will be available in a couple of weeks! Author: Maria Elena Duron, is managing editor of the Personal Branding Blog, CEO (chief engagement officer) of  buzz2bucksâ€"  a word of mouth marketing firm, and a professional speaker and trainer on developing social networks that work. She provides workshops, webinars, seminars and direct services that help create conversation, connection, credibility, community and commerce around your brand.   Maria Duron is founder  and moderator of  #brandchat   a weekly Twitter chat focused on every aspect of  branding  that is recognized by Mashable as one the 15 Essential Twitter Chats for Social Media Marketers.