How Dell Built an Employer Brand from the Ground Up

How Dell Built an Employer Brand from the Ground Up Jennifer Newbill is the Director of Global Employment Brand at Dell, and has a relentless focus on consistent candidate experience and engagement, including: employment brand design and asset creation, vendor management, global recruiting tools and optimization, social strategy and measurement of candidate engagement, employee advocacy programs, global referral programs and overall candidate experience. In this episode well be diving into how Jennifer built the employer brand team from the ground up, is competing with smaller tech companies and differentiated their global employer brand to stand out. She has over 20 years of Human Resources experience including start-up and global Fortune 50 companies in various roles. Have a listen to the interview below, keep reading for a summary and be sure to subscribe to the Employer Branding Podcast. Listen on  Apple Podcasts,  Stitcher Radio,  Google Play  or  SoundCloud. Discover Jennifer Newbills role at Dell and what it is like to work at Dell What talent challenges Jennifer and her team are faced with currently at Dell How Jennifer started the employer branding team at the company from the ground up How Dells Culture Code came to fruition and what five pillars are most important to their employees Where Dell can improve regarding their employer brand (hint: ROI) Dells best source of hire, and how Glassdoor plays a surprising role in this! Why ATT, Cisco, Unilever and more inspire Jennifers candidate experience approach to employer branding Why we need to start getting to grips with automation in the recruitment process. Connect with Jennifer on Twitter  and check out Dells Instagram.

Writing a Resume, Small Business Owner, Writing Center

Writing a Resume, Small Business Owner, Writing CenterDo you know how to write a resume, small business owner, writing center? Have you ever tried writing a resume and didn't know what to put on it? Writing resumes is a creative art.You need to master the art of writing a resume before you even start thinking about filling one out. It is a skill that will go a long way to determining the outcome of your future career in a corporate setting.Whether you're a novice or expert in writing a resume, there are some basics that you should have at the very least. These include the importance of grammar and punctuation, the rules of good writing, the basics of search engine optimization, and the knowledge of how to deal with deadlines.Remember, writing a resume is not an easy task. It takes time and you're going to have to put in a lot of work.To help you with this daunting task, start off by learning how to deal with deadlines. The very first thing you need to know is how to deal with deadlin es so that you'll be able to stay focused and do the best job possible.What is important is that you know when to throw in the towel and simply say 'it's too late,' to get you through the next few weeks until your resume is completed. Of course, you must make sure that the deadline isn't just some arbitrary deadline, but something that you can actually stick to and maintain until it gets done.Do you know about search engine optimization? If you haven't already, it's an art that can take your career to the next level and increase your profits.Job hunting is a never-ending process. It doesn't matter if you're looking for a job as a single person or as a small business owner; it just takes work and some effort on your part.

Last few years been perfect

Last few years been perfect Virtually no one I know would answer that question positively without some humor or qualification. The reality is that life is about trade-offs we make to achieve what we want. It is about having clear, powerful goals and executing the activities that achieve them. But then why do we come up short? I could have accomplished more, been more productive if I had had more “Will Power”! Maybe you have said lines like that to yourself.   Will Power in fact should be the last-ditch effort when all fails; yet many of us start with it. Think of “Will Power” as a muscle you use to fight the triggers in your environment.   The environment you surround yourself with has guided your past. If you want a different result change the environment. Corporate example:   Culture eats strategy for lunch   Personal example: You become who you hang out with   If you are ready to change your life and take control, I recommend you read Benjamin Hardy’s book: On a personal note I struggle with diet. I know as I have aged that my body is no longer 100% compatible with my life style. I did a metabolic reset for 8 weeks and many health concerns improved.   Travel and work pressures reverted my habits back to 80% of my old ways and many undesired symptoms returned.   From this book, I now have the information I need to change my environment and habits. It is a choice I can make if I really want a different result. I am also struggling with the effect that political and cultural news has on my confidence, gratitude and emotions.   The world, and the US in particular, is going through a culture shift that will play out over years. I realize if I dramatically reduce my exposure to the current dialogs I will experience significant benefits.   So how might I change my environment to reduce my exposure to news and social media? Our coaching and executive development is focused on helping people commit to clear goals and reset their environmental design, so it supports their control of unfolding life and career steps. Here are some reasons why you are not getting what you want: You don’t know what you want and thus are internally conflicted Your desire for your goals isn’t strong enough You are not invested in yourself and your dreams Your environment opposes your goals We highly recommend this writer and this book because it could change your beliefs and mind set and it will give you proactive ways you can reset yourself and your environment to favor your success. Read this book and set up “You 2.0” ready to maximize your life progress going forward. As one reviewer described the book “It’s essentially a blueprint for life you can implement.” Take yourself to the next level you are worth it … remember this is not your practice life so live it to the fullest. If video is your preferred way of learning here is a one hour interview with the author discussing his concepts.

Work Fashion Inspired by Kate Middleton

Work Fashion Inspired by Kate Middleton Ok, I have a confession.   I am a little obsessed with the upcoming Royal Wedding  on Friday.   I have been considering staying home from work just to see what Kate Middletons wedding dress looks like.   Will I?   Probably not but I may be a few minutes late because my eyes will be glued to the TV.. In honor of my obsession (and hopefully yours too?), I  am following Emmas great idea at Jane has a Job  with Royal Work Style photos inspired by Kate Middleton. Work attire fit for a princess, I sure think so!   I love her jackets, scarfs  and suitsso classy.  Will you be watching the Royal Wedding on Friday?

Sample Functional Resume - Creating A Job Hunt

Sample Functional Resume - Creating A Job HuntA functional resume is a unique kind of resume that is created for a person who wants to pursue their career without necessarily taking a formal job or even one who has been laid off. By combining the concepts of a resume and an introduction, a functional resume is built. Its purpose is to give the reader a glimpse of the interests and skills of the individual in a short time. Therefore, it is considered to be the fastest and most effective way to find out the potential candidate for a certain position.This is why a sample functional resume is helpful to the reader, and a requirement of the recruiter. However, what if the job has no particular need for the applicant? What if the person is to search for a job by posting his resume online?In this case, a functional resume can be a very valuable asset for him, because it gives a glimpse of the person's worth and the past experiences he had on offer. It can also highlight the key skills that he would like to emphasize on. At the same time, the resume can be a perfect tool to help the candidate to find jobs that are specifically tailored to his abilities.Once you have a functional resume, it is wise to use it in creating a resume that will easily draw the attention of the potential employer. For this, you should create a design that best matches your purpose. For example, if you are looking for a job as a writer, you can follow the basic format of a normal resume, but you can also include links to your samples, in order to highlight your skills and achievements.One of the most important components of a resume is the contents. When it comes to samples, there are many websites where you can obtain samples for free. While some of these websites have generic samples, it is advisable to create your own samples because it will make your resume stand out from the rest.Once you have your sample functional resume, it is wise to create a better template that will show off your cap abilities. You can do this by following the guidelines set by the website you've chosen. For example, most of the sample resumes will have three pages, and one page should contain a title, information about the employer, and contact information. In this way, you can easily highlight your strengths and make the reader curious.In addition, the functional resume should be done properly so that the potential employer can easily identify the qualities and skills that you have. In addition, it should provide a brief overview of your ability to do what the employer needs. Finally, it should also be free of spelling and grammatical errors.Now that you have a functional resume, you can begin the job hunt. Take advantage of the online job boards that are available online and look for companies that may need your skills. You might be surprised at the results!

4 ways to spend your summer after graduation productively - Debut

4 ways to spend your summer after graduation productively - Debut Summer is here at last! Congratulations on making it after months of energy drinks, dark coffee and sleepless nights. Now what? If you have not yet landed yourself a graduate job, here are 4 ways to spend your summer after graduation productively . Apply for internships Do not feel disheartened even if you may not have a graduate job lined up right after graduation. Many students are in the same boat as you are! In fact, consider your summer as a time to give more thought to what career path you would like to pursue. Many students rush into working immediately after undergraduate school and end up realising that they absolutely abhor their jobs. Internships are a great way to give you a taste of what the job may entail, hence giving you the chance to make a well informed decision. Learn a new skill Studying at law school has taught me a lot of personal, professional and life skills. However, as someone who is venturing into an entirely different career path, I believe that it is important to constantly improve and enrich ourselves by learning new skills. Especially in this day and age, new technology is coming into place regularly, and most companies value students who are able to demonstrate their ability to code or understand how SEO works. Most of all, you can learn how to code for free via online courses such as Code Academy. You can also learn how to code the ‘fun’ way with Code.org which is more children friendly with their cartoon themed lessons. At the same time, if you are interested in learning more about how SEO works, Google also offer free courses on Google analytics which is immensely useful. Volunteering Volunteering is not only a great way in filling the void of your long summer holiday after graduation; it is also a meaningful learning process. You may find yourself discovering or acquiring new talents that may change the way you view yourself, and also gain knowledge into how the non-government and non-profit organisations function. It is also a great opportunity to widen your horizon and experience different cultures if you go abroad. As corny as it may sound, we, as the younger generation, are the key to improve our world and society. The future of our next generation depends on the decisions we make. If you are unsure where to start, most universities offer volunteering abroad programmes! Other than that, organisations like WorldWide Volunteering provide a vast database of opportunities where students are able to volunteer in UK and other parts of the world such as Cameroon, Vietnam, Cambodia and Bulgaria. Work holiday If you want to travel as well as earning some money, a work holiday will be the perfect option for you! Australia is one of the most popular destinations for work holidays. It has epic beaches, amazing views, sunny weather and most importantly, the pay is incredibly good!   The Australian government provides a working holiday maker program which includes a working holiday visa that allows you to work and travel in Australia for 12 months and study in Australia for 4 months. Companies like BUNAC is among a few that provides students with work holiday packages that helps you with accommodation, social activities, job hunting and any other help that you will need to have a once in a life time experience during your work holiday. BUNAC also offers work holiday opportunities to Canada, America and New Zealand. Connect with Debut on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn for more careers insights.

Go Your Own Way Why Careers Are Changing - CareerAlley

Go Your Own Way Why Careers Are Changing - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. It wasnt too long ago that workers would find themselves entering the family business. No matter whether that business was owned by their forefathers or just the career that everyone went into, it was natural that your skill set would be influenced by your parents. And they had the contacts to get you a job. Once in the family business, people tended to stay until retirement. There are no boundaries for what you could do. So how do you figure out your next move? Tweet This Now, of course, everything has changed. You might go to university to do a degree in literature, convert to law, spend a couple of years helping couples divorce and then pivot into flower arranging. From there you might discover a talent for blogging, set up a social media consultancy and then decide to cut loose and travel the world as a digital nomad. Honestly this could be the first 10 years of your career. There are no boundaries for what you could do. So how do you figure out your next move? Photo by John Schnobrich on Unsplash Education, Learning and Building Soft Skills When you arent sure what to do with your career, it can feel quite paralyzing. You arent sure whether you will be good at something, dont know whether you would enjoy it or even if the experience will be worthwhile. What you havent realized is that you are in a brilliant position. Try everything that will help you build up your skills and treat ever experience as a learning opportunity. Your career always comes down to the education you have and the education you want. And, when you are more open-minded, even the worst experiences are opportunities to grow and change. Of course, some skills are more highly valued than others. For example, you might consider PMP Certification Course which can be applied to a wide variety of different industries. Similarly, you might consider working on your digital skills from SEO and social media to basic blogging. The more transferable skills you build, the more likely it is that you will be able to move on to a different job or industry when you are ready to move on. Every job you do and every place you work should offer you some opportunity to learn. Indeed, some of the most high value skills can be learned anywhere including management skills, interpersonal skills and language skills. As you develop and grow in the workplace, your ability to get along with others and work as a team will significantly improve and this is invaluable when you are just starting out. Instead of relying on someone elses vision of what the best careers are, look to yourself and to your hobbies, interests, and skills in order to gain insight into the type of job that is right for you. Whether you are a seasoned professional looking to make a mid-career switch or a younger person just entering the job market, spending some time reflecting on what you want and need from your career will pay off in the end, in more than just dollars and cents. Examine Your Hobbies Interests to Discover Your Career Path Follow Your Passions and Interests You will spend a significant portion of your life at work. Working 9-5 5 days a week for around 48 weeks a year is a lot of time especially when you factor in the amount of time you sleep! In fact, around 20% of US workers work a 60 hour week. Given that you spend so much time at work, you really should find a job that you enjoy doing and feel is worthwhile. Following your passions is a good idea but dont just think about the hobbies you enjoy. Consider which activities make you feel good and what could be transferable. For example, you might find settling family arguments quite satisfying which could translate into working as a lawyer, a mediator or a psychologist. Open your mind to what you enjoy and then try matching yourself to a career. But that doesnt mean that you have to spend all your time in one job. Freelancing is a good opportunity you can make for yourself and a chance to play about with your career. You can spend a couple of days at one job and a few days at another; you could build your own business while working occasional shifts; or you could do project work and bounce from job to job. Freelancing is now much more popular and is a good way to build experience while you are young and just starting out. But freelancing is also a good way to figure out what you really want to do and find a balance. Lots of freelancers do a range of things to earn money over the weeks, months and years and there is a lot of seasonal work out there if you fancy it. Dont Close Any Doors Work Your Network Your network is one of the most important resources available when you are trying to find a job or work out what could be good for you. In years gone by, you would have relied upon your family connections to get a job but in the digital age, you can connect with people online all the time. Navigating your first networking event might sound scary but really, it is just a chance to talk to people in a particular industry and see what their business is about. If you are just starting out, going to a networking event is a good way to build up some contacts and, hopefully, get a bit of work experience to see whether the job could be for you. Similarly, the more people you know, the more likely you are to find out when companies are hiring. Knowing when a company is hiring is half the battle when you are job hunting. Building your network is all about making and keeping work friends. This doesnt mean you have to have a cozy chat every week, it just means that you keep up on sites like LinkedIn and know that you can get in touch again any time. As you go from job to job, be careful not to burn any bridges. Careers are gradually changing and the rules are relaxing too. You dont need to show that you can work in one place for a year if you are unhappy you should move on! You dont need to enter the family business or stick with the same industry for your entire career. The reality is that the more you move, the more experience you get. And the more experience you have, the better choices you will make. What's next? Ready to take action? Choose the right tools to help you build your career. Looking for related topics? Find out how to identify and land your dream job. Subscribe and make meaningful progress on your career. It’s about time you focused on your career. Get Educated Contact Us Advertise Copyright 2020 CareerAlley. All Rights Reserved. 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For MY Inspiration

For MY Inspiration Hey guys, guys! Im totally featured today on For Your Inspiration, an amazing blog written by my BYW classmate Karen Watts Perkins, a freelance writer and Mom. Karen describes For Your Inspiration as an inspirational blog for your domestic life, but I think its great for all the undomestic divas, too (like, ahem, me!). Karen introduces you to inspiring stuff thats useful whether youre an artist, a decorator, an accountant, or a life coach! She also shows you some great tools that will have you storing finding your information prettily easily. Its a great blog I highly suggest you drop on by! Oh, and the fact that my interview is up there today has nothing to do with this plugOK, yes it does. But go anyway because For Your Inspiration is awesome, with or without my interview.