Prioritizing tasks by their value and level of urgency will help you be more productive, writes Alejandro Rioja. Working in 45-minute sprints and delegating some tasks to co-workers are other ways to avoid overwhelming yourself, he writes. Entrepreneur online (3/16)
Making the Connection
LinkedIn endorsements should support your resume's claims Ask colleagues and superiors to post LinkedIn testimonials on your profile to increase your hiring potential, suggests Jeff Altman. Companies pay attention to how well your skills, recommendations and endorsements on LinkedIn compare to your resume, Altman writes. Forbes (3/14)
The Landscape
AI isn't ready to replace human leadership A recent simulation found that artificial intelligence can help determine effective interviewing techniques but doesn't comprehend which leadership behaviors are most productive, writes Mengqiao Liu of DDI. The best uses for AI at the moment are in automating certain tasks and leveraging data, Liu writes. Development Dimensions International (3/12)
Your Next Challenge
Knowledge is key when interviewing for a job Consult with industry insiders, and learn what you can about potential interviewers to gain a competitive edge before your next job interview, writes Emily Moore. In addition, avoid requesting a certain salary and opt to let the employer name a salary range. Glassdoor (3/15)Resumes should give a snapshot of past accomplishments A successful resume is more than just a list of previous responsibilities, says WayUp CEO Liz Wessel. "Under each section, under each responsibility and role that you've had, make sure that the bullet points are crisp and to the point of the actual accomplishments you've had at that company," Wessel says. Business Insider (3/14)
Balancing Yourself
Support your significant other during a job search When both people in a relationship are looking for work, it's important not to criticize each other's search strategy, writes Elizabeth Alterman. Conduct mock interviews to help prepare each other for opportunities, and take extra care to avoid slights during this time of heightened vulnerability, Alterman suggests. The Muse (3/15)
French baker fined for refusing to take a day off French baker Cedric Vaivre has been fined $3,700 for failing to comply with a regional law that requires bakeries to close at least one day per week. Vaivre decided to stay open seven days a week to fully capitalize on the busy summer season last year. CNN (3/15)
If your everyday life seems poor, don't blame it; blame yourself; admit to yourself that you are not enough of a poet to call forth its riches.
