How to Turn a Job Offer Into Raise

How to Turn a Job Offer Into RaiseHow to Turn a Job Offer Into RaiseNothing improves your bargaining position more than a better salary offer from a competitor, but the offer can win you a raise or blow up in your hand.After two years of a deep recession that put employees at a disadvantage in the job market, it can be hard to imagine employing the sort of career strategies and tactics that were common the decade before.Few people talk about climbing the corporate ladder and holding out for more money instead, common wisdom has focused more on lateral moves to secure companies, accepting smaller salaries and racing to snap up job offers before someone else does.But even in a market that favors the employer, recruiters and compensation experts say human-resources departments are anxious to keep the employees they have and often willing to go the extra mile to obtain new top talent. One tactic, leveraging a larger salary offer from a competitor, remains an effective tool to promote you r career and grow your income. And as the economy improves, so too should your willingness to employ this bargaining tactic.Many businesses are already running lean and have retained many of the individuals they consider most necessary for success or survival, said Lisa Torres, a professor of sociology who studies employer-employee relationships at George Washington University in Washington, D.C.Key people the ones that have the right skills or are involved in something that is key to a company or its future still have a lot of leverage, said Jay Edelman, president of Top 5 Data Services, a market-research company that helps large companies structure their compensation plans. Its leid like a couple of years ago where a lot of industries were like finance, where its always been assumed you could walk across the street and get another job. But the weight hasnt all shifted to employers.But leveraging a competitive offer can be a tricky and potentially risky affair, said several compe nsation experts and recruiters. You chance offending your current employer and risking your job meanwhile, if the new employer views you as a mercenary, it may rescind the offer. A job seeker must know when to try it and when to back off when shes playing a legitimate hand and when shes bluffing.Try the new anfhrer firstApproaching a current boss with what amounts to a threat that youll leave is never comfortable, and it exerts only limited leverage because youre already on the payroll, Edelman said.You can get more mileage from a competitive offer when youre negotiating to take a new job, he said. With a new hire, the authority who approves salaries and benefits has already signed off on a specific salary number and on a range by which that number could change, depending on the candidate, Edelman said.By the time youre negotiating, theyve already vetted you and they have the money, and its a lot more likely theyll say, If it takes another $25,000 to get this person, lets just give it to them and get on with things, Edelman said. They might give it to you as a signing bonus or other one-time thing, but thats when theyre going to be most open to those kinds of considerations.The key in that case is to articulate the factors that will make you happy or unhappy in a new job and use the leverage you have to structure the job in a way that will help you succeed in it, said Victoria Pynchon works as a mediator at ADR Services, helping other lawyers negotiate their way out of sticky conflicts.Being in a job where you dont feel respected is intolerable, no matter what they pay you, Pynchon said. Having good associates can mean the difference between succeeding at something and keeping much longer hours to just do it adequately.The major drawback to this approach is that job offers of any kind are rare right now, and having two good ones simultaneously is even more uncommon.Is there anyone out there facing that? Pynchon asked.Approach your current company delicatelyIf you are going to use a third-party offer as leverage within your current company, start by considering how your employer will react. If youre approaching your current employer with a competitive offer, the companys performance and your treatment during the last 12 months should give you a clue to its response, Edelman said.Companies have been making a lot of changes in their compensation programs, not so much in salaries in most cases, but in smaller bonuses, higher thresholds to trigger a bonus, more limits on restricted stock options and other things, Edelman said. Theyre putting in niveauvoll triggers so at certain levels you get this benefit not because youre still here after a certain time but because the board decided they want certain kinds of performance (goals) and youve achieved those.If youve been there more than a year and your compensation doesnt show youre on the positive side of that more benefits, showing that the company really values you you have to assume youre not the highest value on the team, Edelman said. That doesnt mean the company doesnt value you if youre still there, it probably does. But your reception, if you go in with a competitive offer, may not be what you want.Prepare your demandsBefore you ask a current employer or future employer to entertain a competitive offer, you should sit down and figure out what exactly youre hoping to gain or change through negotiations.Whats at the top of the list? The answer to that, by the way, is never, ever, ever, More money, Pynchon said. More often its a change in the associates you work with, the kinds of projects you work on or your career path. When you make a list of things to negotiate about, dont go in thinking about the money list the other things first.Not only will your goal in the negotiation be one thats more likely to make you happier and more effective in your job, a list of other potential changes gives your boss things to take off the table without stopping the conversation completely.Every piece of research has shown that the more you give up in a negotiation, the happier your negotiating partner is, Pynchon said. So having some things you can give up without too much pain will do a lot to help maintain that relationship.Be prepared for a conversation that may not go your way, however, and dont invest so much of your ego in the numbers that you end up declining the offer out of spite.Finally, dont forget that if youre doing well in your current position, your security might be more valuable than an incremental increase in compensation. Its almost always the case that you can (perform) better in a current job than a new one, anyway, so most of the time its smarter not to take the other offer, Pynchon said. But its hard for overachievers to say no to another $100,000.

How to Manage Your Boss at Work - The muse

How to Manage Your Boss at Work - The museHow to Manage Your Boss at Work Youre buttoning the belastung button on your coat, having completed everything on your to-do list for today. You and your friends have planned a fun dinner out to catch up, and youve been looking forward to it all week. Just as youre grabbing your bag to head out, your phone buzzes with an email you immediately regret opening Jane, I finally have some revisions to the deck you sent me last week. I know its last minute, but please take a look and send a revised version to me as soon as possible. Id like to send it off to the client later tonight. Are you kidding me, you ask yourself, seething as you realize you have no choice but to bail on dinner.You did your parte On time But none of that matters now that youre stuck answering to your boss when the office has emptied out. You may have managed yourself, but you didnt manage your boss, and thats where things can get unwieldly. Managing up isnt easy, but it isnt impossible either, and learning the ropes of it will make you happier at work. Ahead, five things you need to have a handle on if you want your boss to trust you (and if you want to leave the office at a sane hour). 1. Know Whats ExpectedWhen you get a frustrating email request from your boss, youve got to figure out your next move, and determining that should be based on your managers expectations Is answering him something that must happen ASAP, or can it wait three hours without anotlageher frenetic email? Not only do you need to have a strong understanding of what your supervisor considers urgent- whether or not he has stated it as such- but you have to know whats worked in the past and whats been deemed unacceptable. (And, of course, if the demands seem unreasonable, you should find another time to address your concerns.)2. Know Her Pet PeevesYouve got them- and so does your boss. Does your manager hate getting an email that requires a response after a certain hour? Is she both ered by the fact that you store up questions instead of asking them as they come to you? Maybe she resents the fact that you gently remind her about getting back to you on a project when she has it on her list.No matter how off-the-wall her pet peeves seem, the smart thing to do is commit them to memory and try your hardest not to be the one responsible for irritating her with little things that can easily be avoided. The happier she is with you, the more likely she will be flexible and open to your schedule and ideas. 3. Know His Schedule and PrioritiesYour boss has demands, a schedule to follow, and priorities of his own. Its part of your job to know what all that entails. Who or what is pulling him in different directions? What are his deadlines? Who is he answering to? The more you know about your supervisor, and whats going on for him, the better prepared youll be for putting out a fire when one flares up or navigating a situation that at first glance seems unmanageable. For ex ample, if you know he has a big presentation coming up on Thursday, ducking out of the office a half hour earlier than usual to hit the gym the night before probably isnt a brilliant plan. 4. Know Her Preferred Communication MethodGood communication is key in all relationships, and this quality is no less important when it comes to your boss. You can begin understanding your supervisors language by asking yourself how she likes to receive information- in person, via email, over text? And how and when? Does she wake up early to sort through things before the regular workday begins? Does she commute home on a train and catch up on items then? The goal is to make the path for delivering the information as easy for her as possible. That way, she can focus on the content or issue rather than the potentially distracting mode (e.g., sending her a chat message after hours when email is preferable). 5. Know When to Bring Up Potential IssuesDont wait until theres a problem. Remind your manage r when you have a vacation coming up. Be clear about important dinner plans or the fact that you have concert tickets. If you have a priority that will take precedence over his needs, like your grandmas 90th birthday party, give him some notice so that he doesnt end up putting a big project on your plate hours before you need to be somewhere. And better yet, figure out if hes the type to need both an early heads-up as well as a day-of reminder. If your boss feels looped in and aware of any major things youve got going on outside of the office, its unlikely that youll have to deal with last-minute asks. This goes both ways though- dont wait until the night before your manager is going on a family vacation to ask for feedback on your presentation.Following these guidelines wont guarantee everything will always go smoothly, but it will significantly increase the chances of it. Your relationship with your boss is an ongoing one, and every manager is different. Do your best to comprehend his or her work habits, pet peeves, and expectations so that your day-to-day is less stressful. In the end, learning to manage up will only help you when the time comes for you to take on a leadership role. Photo of woman reading email on phone courtesy of Shutterstock.

11 off-the-beaten-path destinations where you can truly unplug

11 off-the-beaten-path destinations where you can truly unplug11 off-the-beaten-path destinations where you can truly unplugIf youve come home from a trip and immediately needed another vacation to recover from your vacation, maybe you just didnt head to the right place. Here are 11 off-the-beaten-path destinations - including an eco-pod in a quiet New Zealand valley, a charming Italian lake retreat, and a chill beachside palapa - that will help you truly unplug. Relaxation awaits ahead.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreRelais Mirabella, Iseo, ItalyJust an hour outside of Milan lies Franciacorta, Italys hidden gem of a wine region, known for producing its namesake sparkling wine in a similar style to French Champagne. The Relais Mirabella is located on a hill and has unobstructed views of idyllic Lake Iseo (similar to Lake Como, but without the throngs of tourists).Nearby, you c an have your pick of amazing wineries to visit, from the technology-forwardCa del Bosco(which has its own helipad) to the impossibly chicCorte Bianca, which focuses on organic, small batch production. The hotel has a pool and a tennis court on site, but really, the best thing to do is to sit on the peaceful atrium with a glass of wine and enjoy la dolce vita.Greystone PurePods, Waipara, New ZealandTake in sweeping views of New Zealands Waipara Valley in an environmentally-friendly PurePod above Greystone Winery. The private and remote structures let you get up close and personal with nature - they have solar electricity for the lighting, fridge, and water system biofuel capable heaters, and are made of glass (including the floors).There are no power plugs (there is a USB charger), but there are binoculars or telescope for birdwatching and stargazing.Angama Mara, Maasai Mara National Reserve, KenyaThis luxurious safari lodge is situated on the Great Rift Valley, overlooking the Maas ai Mara game reserve. Enjoy next-level glamping with the spacious tented suites, which have floor-to-ceiling windows, wooden decks with rocking chairs, and breathtaking views. The lodge is an amazing place to spot the Big Five and witness the Great Migration, where, between July and October, hundreds of thousands of wildebeest and zebra cross Tanzanias Serengeti to the Maasai Mara.Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur, CAPost Ranch Inn is a true getaway on the dramatic California coast, high on the cliffs of Big Sur. Freestanding houses are covered with wildflowers and grass, decks are suspended to provide unparalleled ocean or mountain views, and treehouses are perched in the forest for a unique experience under the stars. Theres no better (or more gorgeous) way to soak up some nature.Malibu Popoyo, Popoyo, NicaraguaEven if youre not a surfer, you can live that laidback beach lifestyle at Malibu Popoyo, an all-inclusive eco-friendly boutique that caters to surfers and yogis alike. There are over 10 award-winning surf breaks nearby, and on-site there is a yoga palapa, lush gardens, a 16-meter pool, and a neighboring organic farm. There are just six guest suites each one has a rain shower, artisan tiles, and plenty of greenery.San Clemente Palace Kempinski, Venice, ItalyTo get to this former monastery turned luxury Italian resort, you have to take one of the hotel boats (or drive your own) to the 17-acre private island of San Clemente, a mere 10 minutes away from bustling Piazza San Marco. Once there, youll be welcomed by the grandness of the palace and its seven courtyards, outdoor heated swimming pool, tennis court, and views of the Venice lagoon. Best of all Youll have all the charms of Venice without the crowds.Thompson Zihuatanejo, Zihuatanejo, MexicoAlong the Pacific coast is the town of Zihuatanejo, once a fishing village, home to a number of inviting white sand beaches. The Thompson Zihuatanejo is located on one of the most well-known, salztonebene La Ropa, and combi nes modern comfort with beachfront vibes. The one-, two-, and three-story villas are nestled among palm and coconut trees, decorated with Mexican artwork, and just steps away from the ocean.Inns of Aurora, Aurora, NYIf you venture a few hours north of Manhattan, youll find New Yorks quiet Finger Lakes region, known for lakes and vineyards. The five inns of Aurora are all carefully restored buildings (one was a former prep school for girls, another was the private residence of theNew York Timesco-founder) that still retain their historic charm. Many have views of Cayuga Lake and all provide a relaxing escape from busy city living.Heckfield Place, Hampshire, EnglandRelax in the English Countryside at this restored Georgian manor an hour outside of London. Explore the 18-century woodlands, manicured gardens, nearby lakes, or the biodynamic Home Farm, which provides seasonal produce for the hotel.Rollezz Villas Beach Resort, Cat Island, BahamasCat Island, part of Bahamas Out Islands (a lso known as the Family Islands), is only a short flight from bustling Nassau, but with its unspoiled natural beauty, quietness, and friendly vibe, it feels like a genuine escape - youll run into very few, if any, other tourists on the entire island. Rollez Villas Beach Resort is a set of bungalows located steps away from a long white sand beach and the vibrant turquoise waters the Bahamas are famous for. The resort can plan various private excursions depending on your interests, so your hardest decision of the day will be how much sunbathing you want to indulge in.Casa Violeta, Tulum, MexicoThis eco-friendly boutique hotel is on a peaceful white sand beach in Tulum (beach chairs and hammocks provided). The 13 palapas sit within jungle greenery just steps from the beach, and each has its own personality and handmade artwork. The hotel also has a number of wellness offerings including yoga and Temazcal, a medicinal house that uses hot volcanic rocks infused with healing waters to c reate a healing sweat lodge.This article first appeared on Brit + Co.

100 Best Keywords for Your Detroit Job Posting

100 Best Keywords for Your Detroit Job Posting100 Best Keywords for Your Detroit Job Posting100 Best Keywords for Your Detroit Job PostingYoure looking to attract and hire talent and you need to select the right keyword phrases for your job title and description. Intelligence dug into what job seekers are searching for in Detroit. If youre ready to list a job, youll want to know what we found.Over 387,000 Detroit job searches are conducted each month on Monster.com.1 That figure doesnt even factor in job-related searches on Google.com and other major search engines. In order for your zugnglich job posting to be relevant to search engines, select the right keyword phrases for your job title and description. This process will also help your listing perform better within search engine as well.Administrative AssistantReceptionistAccountingPart TimeHuman ResourcesSalesCustomer ServiceManagerAdministrativeMechanical EngineerWarehouseMedical AssistantWork From HomeManufacturingEngineerMarke tingAccountantRetailData EntryFinanceClericalEntry LevelProduction SupervisorarbeitszimmerRegistered NurseProject ManagerITExecutive AssistantLPNMaintenanceBusiness AnalystConstructionLogisticsEngineeringPurchasingFinancial AnalystGeneral LaborOffice ManagerAccounts PayableLegalQualityManagementAttorneyParalegalAccount ManagerAutomotiveControllerQuality EngineerNurse PractitionerAnalystOffice AssistantPart-TimeProductionBookkeeperCall CenterEducationInformation TechnologySupervisorDriverElectrical EngineerLegal SecretarySocial WorkerCashierSecretaryWarehouse WorkerGraphic DesignerRNMedical Office ReceptionistRecruiterPayrollSales ManagerHealthcareDirectorBuyerSecuritySales RepresentativeMortgageAccounts ReceivableProgram ManagerFull TimeSupply ChainDelivery DriverTechnicianMedical ReceptionistInsuranceOperations ManagerMedical BillingOffice ClerkElectricianBankingMachine OperatorCNC MachinistDental AssistantData AnalystSoftware EngineerWelderRetail ManagerHousekeepingReal EstateMech anicData finding are based on analysis of job seeking activity from more than 22 million unique visitors2. Most Non-Human Traffic removed from the results.Note Direct keyword searches on Monster.com account for about of job traffic with increasing traffic coming from 3rd party search (e.g., Google, Banners, TargetMail, Career Ad Network, and other traffic drivers)1Internal Data, Direct Keyword Searches, 6-month average, Jan 2017 Jun 20172comScore Media Metrix, 1Q 2017, 3-month average, (includes all US Mobile + PC traffic)

9 Best Questions to Ask at the End of the Interview - Resumonk Blog

9 Best Questions to Ask at the End of the Interview - Resumonk Blog9 Best Questions to Ask at the End of the Interview Congratulations Youve landed an interview. Youre one step closer to getting your dream job.No doubt youd start preparing for the interview questions that might be asked from you.But the interview is also a chance for you to get to the know more about the company and the role for which youve applied.Asking questions about the company, the hiring manager and the ort also shows youre serious about getting a feel for what working for the organization is like. It proves youve taken time to picture yourself in the position, and that youre serious about finding out whether its the right fit for you. It leaves a strong impression with the interviewers and often can make the vital difference when it comes to selection between two equally skilled applicants.Lets take a look at a few of the best questions you should ask at the end of the interview.1. What are the day-to-day tas ks for this job?While youve probably already familiarized yourself with the job description, it probably didnt get specific about what the day-to-day responsibilities will be for the position. There are likely to be smaller tasks involved in your workday that wont be listed in the job description. Asking about day-to-day expectations for the job can give you a better idea of if youll truly enjoy the work. While the job description in the listing may seem like a great match for your skill set, you may actually end up spending a lot of your time talking on the phone or answering emails, rather than doing work that challenges you. If this isnt something youre interested in, youll want to know before you accept the position.2. What are your expectations for the job over the next month, six months and year?Everyone will have different expectations for the career theyre about to start. Maybe youre looking for a company where you can advance quickly through the ranks, or youre in search of long-term job security. While these may be your expectations, you want to be sure they align with the expectations of the company. During the interview process, talk with the hiring manager about what their expectations are for the first month on the job. Then, see if those expectations will change over the first six months. Finally, find out what theyre hoping to have accomplished after one year. Knowing what youre getting yourself into can ensure youll be happy with the position if you accept the job.3. What can you tell me about the company culture?Company culture is extremely important for happiness in the workplace. If the culture of the company doesnt fit your needs, or you dont feel comfortable in the environment, you arent going to be happy with the job. Ask the hiring manager to briefly describe what the culture is like. This includes everything from how the office is laid out, to how employees interact with one another, to dress code. Because youre going to be spending a lot of time in the office if youre hired, you want to make sure the culture fits your needs.4. Where do you see the company in five years?Whether youre interviewing with a small startup or a well-known brand, you want to understand the direction the company is moving in the next few years. While the hiring manager may not have all the answers to the decisions upper management is making for the company, they should have some insight to the companys long-term business goals. When deciding whether or not a job is right for you, you want to think long-term. Whether or not you think youll still be with the company in five years, you probably are looking for a position you can grow with. Thats why its valuable to understand leaderships vision for the future success of the business.5. What challenges and opportunities do you see facing the company or departement?No matter the job youre interviewing for, there will be certain challenges and opportunities facing you, your team and the compan y as a whole. Understanding whether these challenges are something you can manage before getting involved can prevent you from feeling overwhelmed or unhappy with the career choice youve made. But simply showing youre ready to help the company become its best can leave the impression that hiring you would be a good investment.6. Whats your favorite thing about working for the company?Finding out the hiring managers personal favorite quality of the company is an interesting way to get a sense for the companys brand. Because many hiring managers anticipate a question like this, theyre going to share something they believe is a strong characteristic of the brand. Their answer can allow you to see what the company values and prioritizes.7. What career path does someone in this role typically follow?Although youre looking to the near future when accepting a new job, you also want to consider how that decision will influence your long-term career plans. If you know where youd like to be i n a few years, you want to be sure the decisions youre making now will bring you closer to getting there. You also want to understand what typical promotion path someone in this job follows.Asking this question can also give you a better idea of how the company promotes from within. If they have a typical path employees follow to move up the ladder, you can discuss it at this time. However, if they dont have a good answer, it may mean they dont usually promote employees. This could be a red flag, depending on what youre looking for long-term.8. What qualities does someone need to have to be successful in this role?Sometimes, a company will list important qualities and characteristics in their job description. However, this isnt always the case, even though having the right qualities is incredibly important to knowing whether or not you will fit in a job. This question allows you to see if you meet the expectations the hiring manager has for the position. It also gives you an idea of what qualities and characteristics the company values in their team members. This can give you a better idea of the topics, stories or achievements you need to focus on to prove youre a great fit for the position.9. What are the next steps for the interview process?Before you leave the interview, you want to know what to expect. Each company will have their own process for following up with candidates after the interview process. While some will let you know either way, others will only contact individuals that they hope to see again. Knowing whether or not you should expect a message can relieve some stress and confusion on your end. Asking this question also shows youre excited to move forward in the hiring process. By asking about the timeline, including when you should hear back and when they hope to have someone start the job, it shows youre ready to become part of the team. Tips for Developing Proper End-of-Interview Questions The questions youll ultimately end up asking your interviewer will depend on what you covered during the interview process.However, there are a few things youll want to keep in mind when choosing these questions. First, youll want to prepare at least two questions to ask once the interview is done. However, you dont want to have too many and risk causing the interview to run too long. At maximum, youll want to have five questions to have answered once the interview is over. If you have more than these, try to find a way to get them answered during the interview instead of at the end. Youll also want to avoid answering yes-or-no questions. Open-ended questions allow for conversation, and will give you more information from the hiring manager. Finally, try to avoid asking questions about salary this early in the process. While it is important, you dont want to get too ahead of yourself. Discussing salary and benefits is usually one of the last things you and a hiring manager will talk about, so hold off until youre further into the hiring process. Before you go into any interview, take some time to research the company. Know as much as you can about the business, the job and what your expectations may be. You dont want to ask a question that makes you look unprepared.Knowing what you need out of the job will help you develop end-of-interview questions that leave a lasting impression, and ensure you get to know whether or not the position meets your expectations. Use these nine questions as a jumping-off point for a successful conversation.p.s. Resumonk helps you create a beautiful rsum cover letter in minutes. 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What Everybody Dislikes About Resume Icons Png and Why

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When Color Blindness Gets in the Way of Your Career Dreams

When Color Blindness Gets in the Way of Your Career Dreams At some point, pretty much everyone wanted to grow up to be a police officer, a fighter pilot, a firefighter, or a doctor. Something no kid ever imagines is that a common medical issue could get in the way of those childhood dreams.Eight percent of men and 0.5 percent of women, or about 12 million Americans, are at least partially color blind. Unfortunately, thecondition can impact career choices.I used to be a combat engineer in the U.S. Army, a position that requires normal color geistesbild. Combat engineers regularly handle explosives, and my understanding is that certain types of color blindness can cause fatal accidents. Upon further contemplation, Ive often wondered what other jobs could be affected by something as common as color blindness.The Doctor Is InAs it turns out, a number of professional choices can be negatively impactedby a color blindness diagnosis.Medicine, electricians, p ilots, truck drivers, chefs, fashion, and many other occupations where people dont even realize theres a problem, says Dr. Mark Changizi, a neuroscientist and inventor of corrective lenses for color blindness at 2AI Labs. One of the fruchtwein common and most dangerous areas for colorblindness is in medicine. This is something doctors have noticed as far back as John Dalton in 1794, who himself was color blind, and said, he could scarcely distinguish mud from blood on his stockings.This makes the condition a big problem for anyone in the medical profession.Veins are imperceptible, as is cyanosis, erythema, rashes, etc., Changizi says. This is a serious handicap for physicians, nurses, paramedics, and other medical personnel. Color blind medical personnel are actually suffering from something I call health blindness. This refers to a limitation of naked-eye diagnostic skills due to color blindness.One of the most difficult problems of being color blind is that you may not know that you have the condition.Blindness to ones color blindness is common, says Changizi. After all, theres no label in a color deficients visual field saying the true color may be different than it appears. In light of people often being blind to their color deficiency, the dangers I mentioned for medicine are actually much worse. Not only are color deficients missing key medical signs, but they (and their patients and colleagues) dont even realize they are.Color Blindness on the JobColor blindness doesnt only affect doctors. It can affect any number of workers in myriad ways. Office workers may have trouble reading charts and graphs, web designers might struggle to make a visually friendly site, and professional drivers could struggle to read some besucherzahlen lights.Color blindness testing is a factor only for a small number of jobs, including very easy tests for truckers and more serious tests for pilots, Changizi says. Some countries have, at various times, had color blind tests fo r physicians in training, but currently there is no testing in the U.S.Dr. Changizis Color Deficiency Correcting GlassesThe good news is that technologies are now in play that can correct color blindness disorders for most people.In 2006, I made a discovery on what our color vision is for, that its actually optimally designed for seeing emotion and health color states on the face, like blushes and blanches and flushes, Changizi says. Its actually optimized for seeing key facets of the blood just under the skin, and thats why color blind people are so bad at seeing health states.Once Changizi had discovered this about color vision, he and his partner, Tim Barber, were able to figure out what needed to be done to correct color deficiencies. This lead to the creation of Color Blind Glasses that amplify the proper signals.Not all colorblindness technologies enhance the signal our color vision is designed to see, and so dont correct color vision correctly, Changizi says. But his and Barb ers glasses do.While most color blind people have likely learned to adapt to their conditions, that may not be the case for everyone. For those who struggle with color blindness at their jobs, checking out thelatest technologies might make a day at the office (or behind the wheel, or in a cockpit) a bit less stressful.

Engineer Spotlight Anita Rebarchak

Engineer Spotlight Anita Rebarchak Engineer Spotlight Anita Rebarchak Engineer Spotlight Anita RebarchakEngineer Spotlight Anita Rebarchak, Senior Systems Engineer, Pratt Whitney Interview conducted by Dr. Allison Case, a Postdoctoral fellow, at UT Southwestern Medical CenterWinning the ASME 2012 Old Guard Early Career Award, we were able to catch up with Anita Rebarchak, Senior Systems Engineer, Pratt Whitney in Houston to talk with her about the evolution of her career as an early career engineer. In the interview, she provided us with some key practices for career development.CASE When did you first realize you wanted to become an engineer?REBARCHAK I dont think I knew what engineering was exactly. I had a passion for math and science, but I didnt know how to apply it to real world problems. In high school, I had a network of mentors, guidance counselors and teachers that helped guide me to engineering. Selecting mechanical engineering gave me a lot of options to tailor my studi es and my career. I finished my undergraduate studies in mechanical engineering at Drexel University.CASE Were there any other careers you thought about pursuing?REBARCHAK While at Drexel University, I participated in a co-op program. It gave me an opportunity to see engineering in the workplace first-hand and get advice from professional engineers. The experiences in different job positions with various companies within different industries gave me opportunities to learn mora about what engineering is and how it is applied in the real world. I also learned mora about what I liked and did not like. The impact engineering has on people, its constant challenges, and the variety of work solidified that engineering was the career for me.CASE Tell us about your work background and your experience at Pratt Whitney, specifically, what is your role?REBARCHAK In my current role at Pratt Whitney, I work closely with the U.S. Air Force and Lockheed Martin to support fifth-generation engine p rograms. Previously, I worked as a coatings manufacturing process engineer in Pratt Whitneys Turbine Module Center. My responsibilities included developing and standardizing processes for coatings on turbine blades, day-to-day production support, and implementation of process certification initiatives to improve quality and operational efficiency.CASE What do you know about your career now, that you wish you had known earlier?REBARCHAK I wish I learned how to network more effectively. Networking is invaluable early in your career and throughout your entire career really. It can be an awkward situation at first. However, over time you develop your own style, learn from others, and make changes to improve. Now, I am always evolving my own techniques for networking, communication, and continuous learning. In this field, its incredibly critical to always be improving and learning in order to stay relevant and competitive.CASE Tell us about your two masters programs and how do they comp lement your engineering education?REBARCHAK Pratt Whitney really values continuing education. I started my first masters degree in mechanical engineering, but it evolved into a masters in engineering science. This allowed me to customize a program that involved decision sciences, engineering systems and applied statistics for engineering and earn a Six Sigma Black Belt certification. It had a direct impact on the work that I was doing in manufacturing and continues to help me perform stronger data analysis when solving problems today.My second masters is in engineering management. The engineering management degree had a course curriculum similar to an M.B.A that focused on technical people and environments while learning management and business theory and applying it to case studies and solving problems in the areas of leadership, finance, economics, operations and logistics, menschlich resources and marketing. The most effective engineers can understand technical aspects as well a s communicate their knowledge clearly and concisely, understand the business environment, and be aware of how their products and projects have an impact on business results.CASE It seems like you enjoy your work and what you do. What do you do for fun or when you are not at work?REBARCHAK I love the volunteer work I do with ASME. To me, its fun and exciting. I like the people, initiatives and the activities that we do in ASME and my impact as a volunteer.I also like to do what other young people like do, such as spending quality time with my family and friends. I enjoy cooking, baking, gardening, and hiking. When I get the opportunity, travelling and exploring new places is a great thrill.CASE Tell us a little bit about your experience with ASME?REBARCHAK I first got involved with ASME as a freshman at Drexel University with the university student section. An upperclassman recruited me to be a representative for my freshmen class and then the sophomore class. As part of the executiv e committee, we planned social, technical, and career development programs and worked to get other students interested in the Society. Later, I moved into a vice chair role.When I moved to Connecticut after college, I was introduced to the local ASME section by a colleague and continued my volunteer work with the Hartford section. From there, I attended the ASME Leadership Training Conference (LTC) as an early career delegate. I thought it would be a great opportunity to learn more about the society and gain leadership skills. It was that and so much more I connected with other early career engineers in the Society that were volunteering on student and early career initiatives on a more strategic level. That is how I got involved with the Committee on Early Career Development (CECD). I began participating in the CECD initiatives and I have been heavily involved with that for the past few years.In Hartford, I am a student liaison for the student sections in our area. As a student lia ison, I work with the student sections to connect students with professional engineers and other ASME members in the Hartford area and throughout the Society. I also mentor students one-on-one and work with the sections to coordinate student programs, such as professional development conferences, industry tours, resume reviews, and guest speakers.I have been involved with several other ASME committees and initiatives, but I would say that the main part of my volunteer work has been focused on students and early career engineers.CASE What best practices would you offer to an early career engineer about being successful in their career?REBARCHAK Join a professional society and get involved. Some of the best and brightest engineers are members of professional societies like ASME. Its a great way to build your network and learn new things about the industry you are in or learn about industries and technologies you never would have thought about or considered for your career.Being part o f ASME has given me the opportunity to grow and practice my engineering and leadership skills. Its been a very comfortable and supportive environment where I could try things out, and learn about myself, how I react to different situations, and how I can make an impact. Those skills can be directly applied to situations I face in my profession and to being a leader in the workplace.CASE You were recently awarded the Old Guard Early Career award at ASMEs IMECE in November. How do you feel about being selected and what was your reaction when you heard?REBARCHAK I am definitely excited and feel honored to receive this award. I think its a great way for ASME to put a face on early career engineers and recognize the achievements they attain personally and professionally. I hope that it is going to inspire other early career engineers as they progress in their careers. I am also very thankful for the support of the ASME Old Guard and their initiatives that improve skills of students and e arly career engineers and assist in bridging the gap between college and professional life.

Robots wont take our jobs, say workers theyll take yours instead

Robots wont take our jobs, say workers theyll take yours insteadRobots wont take our jobs, say workers - theyll take yours insteadAs you look around your professional world, your calendar of meetings, your carefully calibrated instincts, and your strong performance reviews, the robot revolution is probably elend your primary worry. You probably think Id like to see a robot try to do all this.Larry Summers agrees.The former Treasury secretary and current Harvard professor wrote an intriguing opinion piece in the Washington Post which had a simple message Sure, you may lose your job, but dont blame the robots for it.Citing positive innovations like ja genau processing and mobile banking, Summers pleaded, why pick on robots?The target of Summers displeasure Bill Gates. The philanthropist and former Microsoft CEO told Quartz that hewants to taxour future techno-overlords.Summers isnt so sure that will work Does Gates think anyone, let alone Congress, the Trump administration or a commi ssion comprised of his fellow technocrats, can distinguish labor-saving activities from labor-enhancing ones? Surely even if experts could draw such distinctions, the ability of the IRS to administer them is in doubt.Americansare okay with robots taking someone elses jobAutomation is a real economic trend, not a hype-driven panic. Around 47% of US jobs are at risk because of automation,according to research published by the University of Oxford in 2013.But those numbers dont fully reflect how people feel about the subject.Indeed, most Americans have very little hostility toward their future robot overlords. Thats becausenot all Americans mind the bots replacing people in certain positions they just cant imagine themselves getting fired to make way for one.Some 66% of people said they agree or strongly agree that their jobs arent going anywhere, but that others will,according to a LivePersonsurvey.Blue-collar robots versus white-collar robotsThatsurveyof 2,000 Americans by customer s ervice firm LivePerson belastung month asked people to pick which jobs they would trust a robots or automated intelligence to do - if they could do them as well or better than a person.A lot of respondents decided to throw blue-collar jobs under the robot wheels 55% said cashier and 52% said factory worker, while 28% said customer service representative,22% said taxi driver, 4% said doctor/nurse, and 3% chose robot lawyers over human ones.There were holdouts 18.5% said they wouldnt trust automation in place of any jobs. (Those people will surely be the first to go when the technological revolution comes.)But robots are getting smarter every day. Yes, theyve replaced cashiers and other blue-collar jobs, but white-collar jobs are not far behind. This month, robots could be doing your taxes, inHR Blocks partnership with IBMs Watson.Even some investment bankers - richly paid advisers on mergers and acquisitions - had their bonuses taken awaylast year by their employer, a href=/company /goldmansachs-jobsGoldman Sachs/a. This year, perhaps not coincidentally, Goldman decided to support its mergers team with 75 programmers whose job is to create algorithms to better judge which mergers will work and which ones wont. That sounds great, until you remember thats the exact job investment bankers are supposed to do. No wonder young bankers are nervous.Using technology todo your taxesIn fact, robots have widely made headway into thefinancial services industry, where humans long believed that personal judgment was superior. Think of your stockbroker or your financial adviser, or your accountant or lawyer. Robots can do many aspects of those jobs now.Tax services company HR Block is partnering with IBM Watson to do your taxes this season, for the first time. HR Block employees will be using the technology to find credits and deductions available to customers.Its stunning to see how adaptable Watson is. The companies have trained the human-like technology in the federal tax code, and HR Block said the technology uses cognitive computingYou can think of Watson as being a translator in a senseTypically, you go in to get your taxes done, and bring your paper work and then you sit there on your side of the desk its not easy to see what theyre doing and whats going on, IBM spokeswoman Katy Rosati told Bloomberg Law.Technology has already replaced many other financial functions, including investing advice so-called robo-advisersincluding Betterment and WealthFront are gaining in popularity.Another way robots and algorithms are beating humans your 401(k). Studies consistently show that your investments perform better if you just dump your money in a passive vehicle, like an index fund or exchange-traded fund, rather than letting an active human manager pick stocks.Why Bill Gates wants to tax robotsBill Gates thinks that if robots are taking your place at work, theyshould also be requiredto pay taxes, like you do.Sincehuman work is subject to an income tax, r obots replacing those people in those places should be taxed at a similar level, he saidin an vorstellungsgesprch with Quartz.But Harvard University President Emeritus Lawrence Summers argued against Gatess proposal in a Washington Post opinion piece today. Robots are hugely productive, he argued - and because their numbers are potentially limitless, they can create economic growth and we shouldnt hold them back for slow-working humans.Imagine that 50 people can produce robots who will do the work of 100, Summers wrote in the Washington Post. A sufficiently high tax on robots would prevent them from being produced. Surely it would be better for society to enjoy the extra output and establish suitable taxes and transfers to protect displaced workers. It is hard to see why shrinking the pie, rather than enlarging it as much as possible and then redistributing, is the right way forward.Of course, this discussion is still highly theoretical. While automation and even drones proliferate to make our work easier, there are jobs that are too dangerous for both robots and humans the robots sent to examine the Fukushima nuclear accident site in Japan keep dying.

Side hustle ideas for people who are already way too busy

Side hustle ideas for people who are already way too busySide hustle ideas for people who are already way too busySo youre trying to make some extra money on the side, and are looking for side hustle ideas to cash in on the entrepreneur lifestyle. Becauseeveryonesdoing it - hustling to make a few extra bucks, trying out a couple of side gigs orwork from home jobshere and there.But if youre already working a regular 9-to-5, arent you alreadyway too busy?Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreHow do you find the time to do all of this hustling and still enjoy living your life?Its true that a lot of side hustles focus solely on the hustle part. For example, youll find suggestions all over the internet about becoming a driver forUberorLyftridesharing, andAmazon FlexorPrime Nowdelivery services.GrubHubandDoorDashare popular services for restaurant delivery.But what if you dont have the tim e or bandwidth to do all of thatphysicalhustling? What if you already work a full-time job, therefore only have a few hours a week to dedicate to side gigs?Why Some Side Hustle Ideas Just Dont WorkAdditionally, there are some people who may not have the flexibility or convenience of doing extra work outside of the home.There could be many different reasons for this, such asNot having reliable transportationCaring for children or older family membersA physical or emotional disability keeping them at homeUnpredictable or longer hours during their full-time jobNo familial support for working an additional jobId like to play devils advocate to the high-powered motivational gurus who say things like Your Only Limit is Yourself and If You Really Want it Badly Enough, Youll Find a Way to Do It.I calltotal BSon that sentiment.Because many people areover-stressed, overworked, undervalued, and underpaid.When youre already teetering on the edge of financial chaos, you will grasp at whatever li feline you feel youre capable of grabbing a hold of.And its totallyunhelpfulfor a self-proclaimed money expert to declare yourejust not working hard enough.Seriously??The Anti-Social Media InfluencerIn addition, Id like to throw something a little bit controversial out there. Some people(not naming any anthroponyms)just dont like other people.There, I said it.Because there are those of us who just really value our alone time. So working 40+ hours a week for someone else, and then having to dedicateanother10-15 hours for an external side hustle - will not last very long.You can only force yourself into uncomfortable situations for so long before you finally throw your arms up in the air and yellScrew it.(or another similar phrase).Human interaction overload can send someanti-social butterfliesinto an anxious tailspin.Like, if you need me, Ill be locked away in my bedroom for the next two days, recovering from all the people-ing Ive had to do lately. Just leave a pizza and a few bot tles of water by the door. And maybe a pint of Ben Jerrys. As long as I have my phone, my laptop, and my dogs - Ill be pretty self-sufficient. Okay, and maybe my Kindle. Thats all Ill really need. But dont worry about me, because I just need to recharge for a while. Build up that outer shell of protection thats chipped away after too many back-to-back in-person events.The Introvert Advantage of an Online Side HustleIf you happen to be a people person, then much of the above probably did not make a whole lot of sense.But if you found this article because youre looking for ways to make money zugreifbar - without a lot of human interaction - then theres a good chance you know what Im talking about.Because there definitelyareways to make extra money on the side, on your own terms, on a part-time basis.And it isabsolutelypossible to work from home, at your own pace and on your own schedule,withouthaving to leave the house whatsoever.Now, dont get me wrong - it most likely will not mak e you rich.Lets just say that again - It ishighly unlikelythat you will becomerichoff of a part-time, online, side hustle.Others may tell you differently. Most likely, they are trying tosell you something. But I dont want your money.I mean, I coulddefinitelyuse some money, but its notyoursthat Im after.What Idreally loveis for you to read my articles, and pass them along to your friends.But Im notsellinganything. I dont have a course, or an ebook, or online coaching sessions.Im sharing this information to get it out there to the people who have one (or two, or three) too many bills.Or are strapped for cash due to an unexpected expense. Or maybe went a little too crazy this past holiday season, and are still trying to dig out from under theircredit cards.Ive been there, youve been there, weve all been there. And if you havent then youre probably a Kardashian or something.Side Gigs That Require a Lot of Hustle, with Little GainWhen so many online articles offer 99 Easy Ways to Make E xtra Money on the Side or Top 25 Side Hustle Ideas to Make You Rich, it can be utterly discouraging to find side hustle ideas that can actually workfor you.Because so many suggest ideas such as tag sale/flea market flipping, selling handcrafted products on eBay or Etsy, or selling wholesale on Amazon FBA, where you have to package and mail these items out.Flipping rental properties, renting out your vehicle, house sitting/pet sitting, house cleaning (when ourownhouses may have dust bunnies that should be paying rent by now). Again, these are allnotablyprofitableside hustle ideas. But they also require a fair amount of time, physical activity, and effort.Side Hustle Ideas That You Can Do from HomeOkay, so if youve made it this far and youre still with me, then I can only assume youd like to hear more.Weve established the difference between in-home, online side hustles and external, physically busting-your-butt side hustles. Neither concept is right or wrong, its really just a matter of preference.And I prefer the flexibility of working at home, according to my own schedule. Especially since my day job is also from home. If your regular 9-to-5 has you out and about, then your preference may be different.For example, I have a friend who does amazingly well with a mystery shopping side hustle. So well, in fact, that she is currently writing a book about it. She travels around the state quite a bit, and is able to cash in by scheduling several shops back to back. Thats a perfect way to maximize efficiencies, and get the best bang for your buck (+ better gas mileage).But if you have a situation thats better suited for working from home, then read on for some different side hustle ideas.Working Entirely from HomeThe following side hustles can be done entirely from home, according to your schedule. While there is a certain level of effort involved - you can basically make your own hours. Plus you can do as much or as little as youd like.First lets abflug with an obvi ous one, to get it out of the way - Online SurveysWho hasnt tried online surveys? I think out of all the side hustle ideas out there, taking surveys takes the cake in terms of getting a bad rap. Online surveys have gotten some negative press over the years, simply because theyre the absoluteeasiestway to makea little bitof money.Emphasis on little bit.But its still money.Because all you have to do is provide your opinion. Something each and every one of us has. Thehard partis finding a company that will pay you top dollar for the least amount of your time. And for my money, Ill take my chances withSurvey Savvyevery time. Why? Because out of all the companies Ive tried, Survey Savvy has consistently sent me the most surveys in the $1, $2, and $5 price range.Most other companies will either give you pennies, or award points you need to accumulate convert into a few dollars. Additionally, joining the Survey Savvy team will allow even more money-making opportunities. For example, thei rCash for Junk Mailprogram, and also various online research communities.IntelliZoom PanelIntelliZoomis kind of a cross between online survey and website user testing. Youre assigned a task, which usually involves evaluating a website. All steps of the task are recorded with either screen recording software, webcam video, or both. You walk through all of the task steps, answering questions and explaining your thought process. They really want you to Think Out Loud, to understand the average customer mindset. And the reason Im specifically including this company here is because the payout is$10 per study. With other online survey or web testing sites, youmightbe lucky enough to stumble across a $10 study. But it definitely isnt something offered on a consistent basis.Kindle Self-PublishingAre you more of a creative type? If you love to write stories, you should consider self-publishing on Amazon. You might think getting a book published would be a complicated process,but it really is nt.Using the Kindle Direct Publishing platform, they take care of all of the technical details. You upload your completed document, add a cover image and description, and Amazon takes care of the rest. Many people make a great side income bywriting short stories. And the beauty of this is - once you have your book listed on Amazon, it will stay there for years to come, earning income withno additional workon your end.eJury MemberIf you watch prime time television, you may have seen the popular CBS show Bull, starring Michael Weatherly. Its a courtroom drama about a trial-consulting firm that assembles mock juries to help predict potential trial outcomes. Sound interesting? Well, you can have the opportunity to do the same thing, entirely online.eJury.combrings together online juries and focus groups to help attorneys develop their case strategies, based on valuable data and information that YOU provide. You can sign up to be an eJuror right on the website, and will be contacted onc e a qualifying case becomes available. A typical case consists of a written description - facts, diagrams, pictures, and questions. The average case study takes 35 minutes, and you are paid$5 $10 per case, depending on length.Affiliate MarketingAffiliate marketing, if done correctly, is pretty much a set it and forget it. A certain amount of work is required up front, and then after that will be totally passive income. So what exactly is affiliate marketing? Its basically when you vouch for a product or service, recommending it to others. And then that company offers you a reward for bringing in new customers. It could be a certain dollar amount, a free product, or a free service, depending on what the company sells. And its something everyone can do, even if you dont have ablog or professional onlinepresence.Im sure youve heard of cash back or refund programs likeEbates (aka Rakuten), where you get money back from making purchases online. But did you know you can also make money as an Ebates affiliate? You sign up through their affiliate program, and are given your own personal affiliate link. Then you promote your link on social media, or by email to family and friends, and yes, even on your blog, if you have one.And for every person who signs up through your link with a qualifying sale,you will earn $25.Thats hugeAnd its also why sooo many people promote Ebates online. Its a heck of a lot easier toearn $25 referrals, than to actually earn $25 cash back after making online purchases.Fun factEbates has been officially renamed/rebranded to Rakuten, which means optimism in Japanese.Selling Photos Stock FootageIf you were to look at your phone right now, how many photos do you think would be on there? I just looked at mine, and I have 668 photos, plus 104 videos. Wouldnt it beamazingif you could somehow make money on a few of these photos? I dont mean by selling out your bestie, or posting a bunch of selfies online. But if you have high-quality photos (in foc us, non-blurry) of outdoor scenes, foliage, nature, animals, flowers, sunsets - you name it - you can make money by selling them online.Websites likeShutterstock, Pond5,iStock/Getty images, and Fotolia will pay you for your still pictures or stock footage (short video clips). Each company has its specific guidelines. But in general, they look for quality photos that are generic and seasonal, which others can then purchase for commercial or personal use through their website. Also, if there are people in your pics or footage, then a model release form also needs to be completed.Merch by AmazonOne of the quickest and easiest ways to sell a physical product online is through Print on Demand. This means you provide a design, and the POD company takes care of printing, shipping, and customer support. Merch by Amazon is the platform I recommend for getting started with POD, since its user friendly and extremely popular. I mean,everybodyhas shopped on Amazon one or two times, right?This article first appeared on Money Mix.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people