Five things I Learned About Life From Horses

Five things I Learned About Life From Horses Were you a horse-mad girl? Did you beg your parents for riding lessons, collect model horses, put pictures on your walls? I did all of that, and I rode from age 5 all the way through college. I even became a veterinarian so I could spend more time with them. There’s nothing quite like a horse. Studies1 have examined the magical, mysterious relationship between adolescent girls, and horses. Spending time with horses can teach responsibility and coping skills, and improve self-confidence and self-esteem. According to PATH International (the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship),  working with horses can teach trust, respect, honesty and communication. I don’t know if that’s true, but I know that I loved spending time with horses. And now I realize that those wonderful creatures taught me important lessons about life and work. Stuff happens, over and over again: Horses make manure. Every day. And every day you have to clean it up. Whether you hate the job or not, it’s important and must be done. Cleaning the barn, I learned not to be frustrated by a boring task. Instead, do it efficiently and move on. Do things that feel good: Have you ever watched a horse roll in the dirt? They have a wonderful time! A good roll scratches all the itchy places, and it’s so much fun! Sure, they get a little dirty, but a good shake takes care of the worst of it. So, when you can, do something that feels good! Many scary monsters aren’t scary up close: I once rode a horse that spooked at everything: puddles of water, blankets on the fence, parked cars…he once spooked at himself in the mirror of the indoor barn! I had to be ready for anything, and ready to let him stop, look at the monster, snort and dance around. Sometimes we had to try 3 or 4 times before he believed that it wasn’t going to eat him. He taught me to anticipate problems, and to be patient and creative in dealing with them. Fall off? Get up and try again!  How many times did I fall off a horse? Who knows? I fell into mud, dirt and water, because my horse spooked, or because I wasn’t ready for the jump. I had lots of bruises and sore muscles, even a mild concussion or two. None of it stopped me from riding. I got back on the horse and jumped that fence, or rode past the scary flag. I learned not to give up; keep trying and you can overcome most challenges. Help each other: The horse-crazy girls I knew worked together at the barn to help pay for our lessons, and competed against each other at shows. When I groomed for Karen, I did my best to make her and her horse look perfect for their classes. When Karen groomed for me, she did the same. And when we competed against each other, we were proud of each other’s successes. I learned to compete fairly, to honestly congratulate others for their success, and to be inspired to try harder the next time. Working hard feels good: After a long day of riding at a show, barn work, and putting the horses to bed before going home, I was bone tired. I fell asleep over dinner, or skipped it in favor of a shower and bed. Despite the fatigue, it felt great. I learned to like the feeling that came from giving my all, regardless of how it turned out. And I learned not to beat myself up for mistakes. These are lessons I use at work every day. Parts of my job are boring. I make mistakes, or have scary projects. I need other people’s help to do my work well. Sometimes it works out, sometimes it doesn’t; and sometimes I just need a fun break. I don’t ride as much as I used to anymore; it’s not easy where I live. The last time I rode, I fell as I was dismounting! (The horse was REALLY tall…). So I laughed, and I stood up, and I’ll ride again as soon as I can. There are too many life lessons at the barn, and too much fun, for me to stop! 1 Toukonen, M. C. (2011).  The relationship between adolescent girls and horses: Implications for equine-assisted therapies  (Doctoral dissertation, Kent State University). Images via pixabay.

What will be Your Focus Word for the New Year - Career Pivot

What will be Your Focus Word for the New Year - Career Pivot Focus Word for the New Year I want to introduce you to a new concept, at least it is new to me. It is about picking a focus word that will be a guiding light throughout the next year. For the last few years, I have taken the last 2 weeks of the year to reflect, review and prepare for the new year. This year I am listening to Mel Robbin’s bookThe 5 Second Rule: Transform your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage. I discovered Mel Robbin quite by accident on Lewis Howes’ School of Greatness podcast. It just popped up in my LinkedIn feed. I listened to the podcast episode and I suggest you do too, and I then ordered her book on Audible.com. What I am picking up from the book is to use her 5 Second Rule to take action and to get focused. I am also a big fan of Roger Whitney’s Retirement Answerman Podcast. Roger was one of the first guests on the Repurpose Your Career podcastback in 2017 in the episode How to Maximize Life With Roger Whitney. Roger and his sidekick Nicole each year pick a word. Let me quote what Roger wrote in his most recent episode: Reflections on our word of the year If you have been a long-time listener, you know that Nichole and I chose a word at the beginning of each year to be our guiding light throughout the year. That word becomes the focus of our energy, and we try to keep it at the forefront of our minds. Now that 2019 is coming to a close we’re taking a moment to reflect on how we did with our words. The word I chose for this year was Embrace. I chose this word so that I could embrace the moment of life that I am in right now. Nichole chose Flow since she wanted to learn how to go with the flow. Did you choose a word this year? Let us know how you did with it, we’d love to hear! Therefore, I am going to pick a focus word to be a guiding light for 2020 and get focused. Implementing the 5 Second Rule I have just started to implement the 5 Second Rule. I think the best way to describe the rule is to quote what Mel wrote on her Amazon sales page for the book: How to enrich your life and destroy doubt in five seconds. Throughout your life, you’ve had parents, coaches, teachers, friends, and mentors who have pushed you to be better than your excuses and bigger than your fears. What if the secret to having the confidence and courage to enrich your life and work is simply knowing how to push yourself? Using the science of habits, riveting stories, and surprising facts from some of the most famous moments in history, art, and business, Mel Robbins will explain the power of a “push moment”. Then, she’ll give you one simple tool you can use to become your greatest self. Listen to the most recent episode It takes just five seconds to use this tool, and every time you do you’ll be in great company. More than eight million people have watched Mel’s TEDx Talk, and executives inside of the world’s largest brands are using the tool to increase productivity, collaboration, and engagement. InThe 5 Second Rule, you’ll discover it takes just five seconds to: Become confident Break the habit of procrastination and self-doubt Beat fear and uncertainty Stop worrying and feel happier Share your ideas with courage The 5 Second Ruleis a simple, one-size-fits-all solution for the one problem we all face â€" we hold ourselves back. The secret isn’t knowing what to do â€" it’s knowing how to make yourself do it. My Interpretation of the 5 Second Rule The concept is when we decide to do something it is based on whether wefeel like doing it.The classic example is getting up in the morning. We would not have snooze buttons on our alarm clocks and smartphones if we wanted to get up in the morning. It only takes 5 seconds to talk ourselves out of doing something that we know we should do. The idea as soon as you have the idea to take action count down backward and DO IT. The act of counting down backward short circuits the brain to get you to take action. Yes, I know this sounds simple but I am implementing and it works. I have been using this technique during the last few weeks to do the following: Audit the complete Career Pivot website with over 600 pieces of content Select over 25 pieces of content to be updated in 2020 Plan out 4 months of podcast episodes Interview 4 experts for the podcast and schedule several more Evaluate the direction of the Career Pivot website and online community My recommendation for you is to listen to the podcast episode and then pick up her book. My Focus Word for 2020 â€" Reinvigorate 2018 and 2019 were consumed with our move to Mexico, getting the Career Pivot Community defined, and get the 3rd edition of Repurpose Your Career published. This was way too much. Oh yeah, the website was attacked. Therefore, I cut back on the publication schedule for the Career Pivot blog and hit the pause button on the podcast for December and January. How to Reinvigorate? I am using the 5 Second Rule to get focused. I am doing the following: Eliminating distractions by removing Social Media apps from my iPhone Developing a morning routine that eliminates distractions and gets me to focus Prioritize each day as to what needs to be accomplished today Take time to restore and rejuvenate each day I have a huge problem with distractions. I have a very short attention span and I need to eliminate distractions in order to get things done in a timely fashion. What to Look for in 2020? There are now over 150 episodes of the Repurpose Your Career podcast. Once a month I will replay the best of the best episodes and I have already selected the first 3 episodes. I will resume publishing updated content every Wednesday morning. This will be updating blog posts written 4-5 years ago and bringing them up to date. I am using my focus word to rejuvenate old content. The Career Pivot Community will launch in the coming months. You can get on the waiting list to join prelaunch cohorts. Can You Help Me Get Focused? If you would be so kind please take the 2020 Readers Survey and help me focus the website. Help me implement my focus word by taking the survey and feel free to reach out to me to schedule a short call or just leave me a message. Marc Miller Like what you just read? Share it with your friends using the buttons above. Like What You Read? Get Career Pivot Insights! Check out the Repurpose Your Career Podcast Do You Need Help With ...

4 tips to put Sales 101 into your resume - Hire Imaging

4 tips to put Sales 101 into your resume - Hire Imaging This post speaks to the basics of Sales and Marketing 101, and why these basics are crucial pieces of your resume. Yes, the subject’s been covered by others many times before. It will be covered again, I have no doubt. So why now? Why by me? Because every week I talk to people who tell me they don’t know the concept or get the tie-in. If they do, further conversation often reveals they’re not applying it. And that’s pure sabotage to their career marketing efforts. So here we go. 1.           Know the product Always remember, the product is you. The first sales lesson is to really understand your product (you) and communicate it clearly. Just what is this product called you? Are you an aerospace engineer? A high school teacher? A financial executive? A graphic designer? A technical writer? Whatever function you are targetingâ€"whether it is what you’ve been doing for your employer(s), what you hope to do as a new grad, or what you hope to do in a career change transition, make sure it’s clear from the get-go. This means right off the bat in your resume. Employers and their hiring folks will not take time to figure it out. Why should they? They are concerned that you might fit their hiring needs. They are not interested in  reaching out to make sure you’re understood. That’s la-la land. I’m not a fan of the old objective. I prefer to give my clients a headline title. It shows focus with credibility. It subtly shouts “I am this person!” 2.           Position the product Have a clear picture of how you want to be perceived. Then position yourself with that picture in mind. This is often very strategic. Sometimes less is more. For example, my client James is a vice president of software development. In our resume consultation, he vehemently wanted to load the resume with his technical skills. He had enough to cover one-third of a page. While impressive in some respects, to include all these skills would not have worked in James’ favor. He would have been perceived as a hands-on “techie” rather than an executive charged with financial oversight, team development and leadership, strategic planning and global relationship management. We conveyed his vast technical abilities in a two-line synopsis. Knowing how to write code simply wasn’t part of his job target. And it would have stolen valuable real estate space from content that was targeted and needed to be covered. 3.           Stress benefits One of the oldest sales and marketing adages is “Sell benefits, not features.” This is as true in marketing yourself as it is in selling shampoo. “Contains PEG-60 Almond Glycerides conditioning product (a feature) does not sell as well as “Contains a secret, safe and natural   ingredient that will make your hair shine with health! Employers are tuned in to the WIFM station â€" “Whats In-It For Me? Go back to Marketing and Sales 101. To that employer, your MBA is a feature. The fact that you brought a project in $6M under budget, consistently delivering 12%+ savings through Eagle-eye monitoring, is a benefit that employer will appreciate and value. 4.           Back it up If you claim early in your resume that you’re known for “catapulting over aggressive sales goals in the field and behind the scenes,” you should support this statement with specific examples. The following speaks volumes: Landed lion’s share of ABC Corporation’s largest accountsâ€"74% of annual revenues. Increased sales pipeline 36% through new sales training program and tracking system. Boosted revenues 24% in a struggling economy with a new client-centric sales strategy. The resume, cover letter and other career marketing documents are to typically get you to the next-step interview. Use these four sales and marketing basics to grab attention, convey relevant value, make that reader care! It’s about them at this point. But the product being marketed? That’s all about you!

Tips For Writing A College Resume

Tips For Writing A College ResumeUCD officials are using more standardized format for submitting their applications to the college in the hopes of increasing the chances of getting better job opportunities. The only problem is that some of the applicants may not be aware of what these standardized application forms actually look like and may struggle with the job application process.UCD employs several different options for its students to submit their documents and transcripts. The most popular method is through email, but many people prefer to use their own document when possible. Even though many people struggle with how to write a resume for college, there are some guidelines that all UCD graduates should follow in order to have a successful process when it comes to resume writing.Resume writing for college should start with a purpose. When you are trying to figure out what your purpose is in submitting your resume, take some time to think about what the college or company that y ou're applying to is looking for. Then, go over the job description and determine what is required of you. Your purpose for writing the resume is to get hired and to become a part of the organization or company.Once you have decided what your purpose is in writing your resume, it's time to put some thought into the content. Take some time to consider the company or college that you're applying to, so you can put together a solid resume. With a little extra effort, you can also put together a resume that will appeal to an employer. Be sure to focus on your strengths and highlight your work ethic and the skills that you possess.Don't worry about writing too much because a good amount of basic information can be included. These include contact information such as your mailing address, your e-mail address, and a toll-free number. Also make sure to include your educational institution and the date that you graduated from that school. If you have graduated yet, be sure to state this as we ll.While college graduates should be able to find something they are qualified for, most employers are looking for specific job duties and skills. You can use the college field trips and internship section of your resume to highlight your work experience. If you were a part of a group project while you were in school, include this in your resume.When you are trying to determine how to write a resume for college, keep in mind that just because a college has a specific format does not mean that they need you to conform to it. There are many different options that are available for those that need a professional resume. There are many different websites available that offer different resume writing packages.The best thing that you can do is research resume writing and make sure that you understand how to use different options for making a resume that is well designed and appealing to the employer. It doesn't matter if you're applying to be a librarian, a teacher, or a lab technician - knowing how to write a resume for college will help you be successful.

How To Use PowerPoint Over Writing A Resume To Get Your Dream Job

How To Use PowerPoint Over Writing A Resume To Get Your Dream JobPowerPoint over writing a resume is becoming a trend in the current market. This is because there are many things that people are focusing on these days. A person can easily turn his or her attention to looking for something, which he or she can use for getting a job.If you use the method of PowerPoint over writing a resume, you can use a resume which you find easy to use and one which can give you the job of your dreams. In fact, this method can be considered as the best tool in getting the job you want with ease. This is because it is easy to do and is a lot of fun.As per this method, you need to know the exact format of PowerPoint. After that, all you have to do is to fill the blank slides that appear on the top portion of the slide. It is important to be able to match the content of the slides, which should not contain any sensitive information.The reason why people use PowerPoint is that it is very easy to understa nd. Therefore, if you are unable to write a simple sentence, then this method is not for you.In case you do not want to write a full content of a slide, then just fill the content of it with your name, your work experience, your education and your other details. Then you just have to fill in the letter 'T' for time and in case you want a last name, then you just have to add it at the end of the word 'T'. Then just click on the 'save' button and you will get your personal copy of the resume.The next thing that you have to do is to decide the form of presentation that you want to give to the employer. This can be presented as either as a series of slides, a layout, or even a blog.When you use this method for PowerPoint over writing a resume, it would help you a lot if you talk about your achievement as well as how you got the job in high school years. Then you can also talk about how you developed the skills for obtaining the job of your choice.

Usajobs Resume Writing Tips Can Be Fun for Everyone

Usajobs Resume Writing Tips Can Be Fun for Everyone The Nuiances of Usajobs Resume Writing Tips Keeping that in mind, there are a couple tips you may utilize to maximize your odds of getting your resume past the first filters. That tips let you hurry your work creating resumeor not have sufficient time so that you miss the deadline. When it has to do with finding work, you most likely already know that you need to tailor to your resume to the job announcement. If you're on the lookout for federal resume tips, you've come to the proper spot. You might depart from your comment as feed-back to our internet site vaue. Because every work announcement will require a tailored resume, there's no federal resume writing guide that will supply you with surefire outcomes. The federal resume template within this guide can help you do that. Writing a federal resume means following federal resume guidelines to ensure hiring managers are in a position to come across the precise details th ey are searching for with only a quick glance. The Usajobs Resume Writing Tips Game For this platform, you're want to stick to the tips listed above, but you will also will need to comprehend the best practices that are particular to USAJOBS. If you don't meet the requirements, you merely won't be considered. Tailor each resume and clearly demonstrate just how you fulfill all their requirements. There are a number of special data requirements for federal resumes that aren't well known. A Secret Weapon for Usajobs Resume Writing Tips Copy your answers back to the on-line questionnaire whenever you are finished. Many announcements incorporate an on-line questionnaire you must submit. The pricing for federal resume services varies dependent on numerous important aspects. The procedure for building your resume and applying online might take several hours. You may actually set a 20-page resume in the builder, and we've seen people attempt to do just this. For that reason, it 's important to pick a resume type which best satisfies your needs. Federal jobs often need you to have experience in a particular kind of work for some period of time. I realize this issue isn't a really particular issue with your resume. The Number One Question You Must Ask for Usajobs Resume Writing Tips There are lots of strategies one can utilize to overcome lower GPAs, but don't leave this field blank. Structuring our pricing in this manner lets us make sure our writers possess the resources necessary to provide your resume the firepower it needs, ultimately working with you to realize the return on investment you're seeking. Pay attention to these so you can begin writing a thriving federal resume. A lot of the advice around federal resumes focuses on the value of crucial words. You're able to demonstrate that the supervisor could be contacted after a work offer on your uploaded'' resume. Get in touch with us for a completely free consultation if you wish to know m ore or if you truly feel prepared to start on your high-quality federal job resume. Resumes nowadays are often read by means of a machine prior to a human sees them. Top Usajobs Resume Writing Tips Choices The Federal making procedure is tedious, not not possible. In that instance, you will require a master federal resume. Listings on USAJOBS incorporate key information like the essential skills and who might apply. Give them the information that they require.

Career Hack Escape Your Boring Job Find True Fulfillment - Work It Daily

Career Hack Escape Your Boring Job Find True Fulfillment - Work It Daily What if I told you that there was a simple, proven shortcut to success and fulfillment in your career... that you’re probably not using (and even if you are - odds are you’re doing it wrong.) Related: 3 Ways To Break Free Of Your Boring, Torturous Job The core principle has been used by certain people for decades - some could even argue since the caveman days. However, it hasn’t been until recently that the true power of this idea has come to light in a way that’s easier than ever to apply to your life and career… So if you’re feeling stuck or bored in your career and you want to find fulfillment (and achieve greater levels of success), then read carefully and watch the short two minute video below. (In particular - watch for step four in Tony’s “5 Steps”) The Key Element To Success Fulfillment Most People Are Missing Before I tell you the simple (even obvious) career hack - you need to know what’s missing from how most people apply it. See, most of the people who do use it, do so unconsciously. They have no purpose or direction. However, the first thing you need to realize is that clarity is key. You need to know what you want before you can make it happen. Here’s what I mean: Imagine for a second that I’m a magic genie, and I can wave my fingers and give you any job in the world that you want. What would you choose? Would it give you everything you’re looking for? Or are you not quite sure…? Most of us would have a difficult time with that question - and that’s ok. All it means is that the first step is taking the time to get clear on exactly what we want. It means digging into our true strengths, our most important values, and our deepest passions to discover our calling in life (in a way that makes a great income AND an impact in the world). And that’s not easy. It takes time… but the sooner you start, the sooner you’ll get there. The Simple ‘Career Hack’ For Success Fulfillment Like I said, this shortcut to success is painfully simple. It’s obvious. But it’s also incredibly powerful when used wisely and with direction. Napoleon Hill shared it in his timeless, bestselling book, Think Grow Rich, where he studied the most successful people in the world to find common practices. And here it is from one of the greatest teachers of our time: In a word? Modelling. Modelling success is the number one tip I can give you in order to escape your boring job as quickly as possible, and create the success, career, and lifestyle you desire. Why is this so important, where can you find someone to “model”, and who should you model? Tony gives a great, brief explanation of why modelling successful people is so important in this short, to-the-point video:   Like Tony says, “making your big dreams real” is incredibly important. For me, spending time with my two millionaire bosses at my previous makes a great income AND an impact in the world allowed me to see that they’re just normal guys who persisted until they succeeded - and I could do the same. The other reason modelling success is the ultimate shortcut is that it allows you to learn from other people’s mistakes. Today, with the power of the internet, it’s easier than ever to access the best information available worldwide so you can shorten your journey and dodge obstacles that others have already overcome. Who Should You Model Most? The short answer is that you should model someone who’s already done what you want to do… … And ideally is at least ten years ahead of you. Which goes back to the core requirement for this career hack: Knowing exactly what you want to do ( makes a great income AND an impact in the world). They don’t have to be living your ideal life in every single aspect. In fact, you’ll probably never find someone with the exact same desires as you. However, you can model certain aspects or behaviors. Think of your desired life and career as a beautiful, multicolored mosaic, with each tile representing some behavior, practice, or way or living borrowed from people you look up to. This allows you to pull out what you believe to be the best aspects of everyone you come into contact with, and when those aspects have been proven to be successful by others before you, then you’re using the ultimate shortcut to success. For more free tips on finding and getting a job you love, check out a makes a great income AND an impact in the world alongside someone I’ve modeled a TON. We show you where to makes a great income AND an impact in the world(who are renowned for engaging and empowering their employees) - and how to get their attention. This post was originally published at an earlier date Related Posts Why Millennials Aren’t Really Lazy This 13-Year-Old Knows How To Get Your Dream Job #1 Job Search Mistake (You Could Be Making It Right Now!) About the author Ryan Niessen is a keynote speaker and co-creator of The Gateway Method: a simple, proven way to gain inside access to the world’s best employers and get your dream job. Connect with him on LinkedIn or Facebook. Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!