If this is the color of your bedroom, you could be ruining your sleep

If this is the color of your bedroom, you could be ruining your sleepIf this is the color of your bedroom, you could be ruining your sleepA lot of things can impact whether you get a good nights sleep from the food and drinks, you eat all day to your evening routine, to even what position your hand is in when you sleep. And now it turns out your interior decorating style can also have an impact on not only your sleep but what your work style is.Colors we wear project certain signals and colors can impact our mood, including what we may think about when we sleep. A study conducted by Travelodge on 2000 rooms found that the people who get the best nights sleep tend to have blue, yellow and green AKA calm colors. Though no one wants to feel blue you should embrace the color for sleeping as people who slept in blue rooms logged 7 hours and 52 minutes on average of sleep and tended not to have nightmares because they felt a sense of calm. Green and yellow, though quite a combination when worn together, also provided stellar nights of sleeping coming in at 7 hours and 40 minutes.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreChris Idzikowski, Sleep Expert from the Edinburgh Sleep Centre said of the study results, behauptung receptors feed information into an area deep in our brain that controls 24-hour rhythms, and affects how we perform and feel during the day. That interaction between light, sleep and wakefulness is supremely important.So which color is bad for your sleep? Purple. Though this is a color embraced by creatives, it does not make for a good sleep environment. Purple dwellers only slept an average of 5 hours and 56 minutes and often they had nightmares. Because purple is such a stimulating color it wont let the mind calm down for the night and can give way to some very vivid dreams. Along those lines, red, even though it sounds cool for a bedroom, is not a great sleep aid. It can increase your blood pressure and makes you want to move around. These are two things that are not helpful when you are trying to go to sleep.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

Why perfectionism gets in the way of joy

Why perfectionism gets in the way of joy Why perfectionism gets in the way of joy The other day I visited my 84-year-old mother. She lives nearby in an assisted living center. Her room is on the third floor, in the memory unit.Despite being a Parkinson’s patient and unable to walk, my mother’s joymind is alert and sound. She chose the room in the memory unit because the ratio of staff to residents is high. As a result, she receives excellent care.Follow Ladders on Flipboard!Follow Ladders’ magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and more!As I took the elevator to her floor, my mind was elsewhere. Filled with things I wanted to accomplish. Goals for the day. Mental checklists.I scanned some notes in my little, leather pocket journal and considered how they would incorporate into an article I was working on.Then I thought about the new gym I was going to join, and how a new workout schedule would mesh with my creative commitments.In short, my mind was doing what it always does. Running full steam ahead. Juggling creative ideas and an insatiable appetite to achieve. To find success.The elevator door opened up. I walked down the short hallway and entered a security code into the wall panel, unlocking the door to the memory unit.In some ways, I unlocked the door to another world and a new perspective on the nature of joy.Meaning in an imperfect worldAuthor Iddo Landau has written a book titled  Finding Meaning in an Imperfect World.  Landau argues that people misunderstand what a meaningful life truly is.Some people have a tendency to fall into despair. They observe the vastness of the universe and conclude that their lives are inconsequential. Others compare their lives to famous people and figure they failed to achieve much.The mistake people make, according to Landau, is that a meaningful life need not be a perfect life. People fail to see the value in ordinary life.Illustrations by John Weiss.Our culture of celebrity worship and wealth fixation doesn’t help. We dismiss ordinary achievem ents, like planting a beautiful garden or volunteering in a soup kitchen. Compared to Martin Luther King’s achievements, or Gandhi’s life, such everyday endeavors seem small.A recent  review  of Landau’s book in the Wall Street Journal asks the following question:Does the life of a child with Down syndrome have less value than the life of a healthy child? Is a retail clerk leading a less meaningful life than, say, Elon Musk? A perfectionist would have to say yes and yes. But Mr. Landau wisely points out that it’s cruel and misguided to hold ourselves or others to this standard for meaning because it neglects each life’s inherent worth.The Wall Street Journal’s review ends with Landau’s point that we should not beat ourselves up for failing to attain lofty goals. Rather, we should celebrate the “value of an ordinary life well lived. In the same way you don’t have to become a monk or nun to be a good Christian, you don’t have to be a Shakespeare or Rockefeller to l ead a good life.”The allure of perfectionismEntering the memory unit, I was immediately face the face with a resident we’ll call Helen. Helen doesn’t speak a word, but her eyes beam with a kind of inner radiance. I have never seen her without a smile on her face.Helen ambled forward and gave me her customary hug. Everyone in Helen’s orbit receives a hug. Despite the fog of dimentia, she has descended into, she appears to be in a perpetual state of joy.I’m aware that Helen is not who she used to be. No doubt, her family mourns the loss of who she was. Yet, I can’t help but smile at her gentleness and tender happiness.Helen’s presence seems to soothe the confusion and untethered feelings that other residents face.My mother takes it all in stride. She enjoys the unexpected visits to her room from fellow residents. During one visit, a gentleman in a wheelchair rolled into her room. He smiled and proceeded to tell Mom all about his days of cattle rustling. Then, with a wave , he trundled off down the hallway.Folks in the memory unit are well past life’s earlier struggles. They no longer compete for promotions, money and status. Apart from bits of memory here and there, they live mostly in the moment.The memory unit is another world. There is music, good food, laughter and games. Sometimes there is fear, but mostly the residents have returned to a childlike state.Visiting my mother and the residents in the memory unit, I had an epiphany. We don’t need fame and fortune to feel joy. We make life harder than it has to be.Just as Iddo Landau’s book,  Finding Meaning in an Imperfect World,  points out,  a valuable life doesn’t have to be a perfect life.Consider Helen, in the memory care unit. We lament the dementia that has blurred her reality, but for all we know, she may be happier than we are. She is no longer troubled by notions of success, or keeping up with the Joneses.As children, we live more in the moment. We play happily with other kids on the playground. We aren’t concerned with looks, position and possessions. We appreciate the simplest of life’s pleasures, like cupcakes, birthday parties and summer vacations.In childhood, the allure of perfectionism is forestalled. Temporarily, anyway. But before long, adolescence comes along, and we cave in to all those pressing concerns about looks, status, popularity, etc.It only gets worse in adulthood. We pretend not to care, but we do. It’s only when sickness, old age or impending death come knocking, that we figure out what’s really important. Namely, the simple joys of daily living. A nice cup of coffee. A good book. An unexpected visit from a good friend.The satisfaction of the  mindA buddy of mine invited me to a men’s coffee group. We meet three times a week in the early morning to discuss life, current events and personal observations.At 52 years old, I’m the baby in the group. Most of the guys are in their seventies. You’d think a bunch of old guys would talk about health issues, but surprisingly, our conversations have been varied and enlightening.Beyond talk of family and current events, these guys share experiences from their present and past. I’m impressed by how well travelled several of them are, and what they learned from their experiences.My father always told me to take the time to talk with older folks. “Ask them questions,” he’d say, “and learn from their wisdom.”Society today celebrates youth and beauty, but the Roman statesman Cicero had this advice:“Great deeds are not done by strength or speed or physique: They are the products of thought, and character, and judgment.”In contrast to today’s fixation on beauty, youth, and perfection, Cicero offered the following wisdom:“When its campaigns of sex, ambition, rivalry, quarreling, and all other passions are ended, the human spirit returns to live within itself and is well off.”Then Cicero added this last bit:“The satisfaction of the mind are greater than all the rest.”You never  restSuccess.com published a helpful article titled  9 Reasons Why Perfectionism is a Bad Thing.  Here’s what they came up with: You are never done You are stressed and discontent You don’t take risks Your creativity is suffocated You strive to keep everyone happy You’re highly critical of others You can’t delegate You personalize everything You never rest I can definitely relate to number nine, “You never rest.” My creative compulsions and desire to achieve, grow and succeed are relentless. Not to mention, exhausting. Every time I push the envelope to be perfect in one area of my life, another area invariably suffers.The self-help gurus and personal growth experts, however well-intentioned, don’t help. They tell me to get up insanely early, read thousands of books a week, take cold showers, declutter, and hack every facet of my life. Then I’ll be perfect and happy.Yeah, sure. Except, that level of self-absorption would leave precious little time for the important stuff. Like long talks over coffee with my wife. Or killing an entire Saturday reading a Jim Harrison novel, slowly, because I like the way he writes. Or binge watching mindless episodes of  The Flash  with my son.Sometimes, the time wasters in life are more important than we realize. My son is more likely to remember our day of  Flash  episodes over some viral articl e I wrote.Maybe the perfection gurus should revisit number one: “You are never done.” In other words, it never ends.Maybe a touch of imperfection, here and there, is how we keep sane?Writer Jessica Stillman, in  Inc.com, had this to say about perfectionism:“The consequences of this incessant sense of failure and worry are grim. Being this sort of  perfectionist  â€˜can contribute to serious health problems, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, fatigue and even early mortality.’ Or in other words, you can stress yourself into an early grave.”Perfectionism isn’t all bad if you approach it properly. Setting high personal standards and working toward goals in a pro-active manner is a good thing.Giving your best effort is fine. The problem is when you take it too far. When you become neurotic and endlessly obsessed.Writer Jennifer Kromberg, in  Psychologytoday.com, wrote the following:“…being a perfectionist isn’t about things being perfect; it’s about thi nking things  need  to be perfect and vigilantly pursuing it. Emotionally, this means that instead of living your life in a place of self-acceptance,  perfectionists  are on a continual treadmill chasing the elusive feeling of having everything in their lives be “right.”Perfectionism has to be managed. If you get carried away with it, you’ll probably burn out. So much of life comes down to balance and moderation.Our souls at  nightA few years ago, I was prowling the fiction aisle of a bookstore when I discovered Kent Haruf’s splendid, spare novel,  Our Souls at Night.The novel is about Addie Moore and Louis Waters, a widow and widower. Each knew the other’s spouse, and they lived next door to each other. They come together, platonically at first, to overcome mutual loneliness. To get through the nights.The novel examines themes of aging, second chances, and what’s truly important in life. It was made into a decent movie, staring Robert Redford and Jane Fonda. Here’s th e trailer for the film:There’s a scene in the book when Addie says the following to Louis:“I do love this physical world. I love this physical life with you. And the air and the country. The backyard, the gravel in the back alley. The grass. The cool nights. Lying in bed talking with you in the dark.”Just two elderly people who discover they are still able to grow and learn. No need for perfectionism. No need for life hacks, recommended reading lists or early morning routines.The pleasures and rhythms of everyday life are enough.Every time I visit my mother in the memory unit, and every time Helen gives me a quiet hug, I remember to slow down.I try to let go of perfectionism. I embrace the joys of daily life. And I repeat this little mantra to myself:Life as it is, is  enough.Before you  goI’m John P. Weiss, fine artist and writer. Get on my free email list  here  to receive the latest artwork and writing.This article first appeared on Medium.    You might also enjoy… New neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happy Strangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds 10 lessons from Benjamin Franklin’s daily schedule that will double your productivity The worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs 10 habits of mentally strong people

Free Entry-Level Nanny Resume Templates

Free Entry-Level Nanny Resume Templates Free Entry-Level Nanny Resume Templates Building and submitting an entry-level nanny resume is a good way to get your foot in the door. This basic resume states your purpose neatly and shows that you are ready to move beyond babysitting. Review the sample provided to see how you can write and format an advanced resume.Create ResumeEntry-Level Nanny ResumeCustomize ResumeIndustry SnippetsBy studying the free entry-level nanny resume templates, you will gain insight into resume-making for your competitive industry. Entry-Level Pros and ConsThe design itself is explicitly for applicants who want to highlight their education, accomplishments, and hands-on experience acquired through babysitting, student work, or volunteer work. Even so, is this the right format for you and your needs?Pros: Very organized and easy to comprehendPros: Widely accepted format, especially for an entry-levelCons: Your resume wont stand out from the crowdCons: You miss an opportunity to illuminate your creativityResume TextAmandaGreene123 Street,City, ST, 12345 (123) 456-7890 (H) (123) 456-7890 (C) email@isp.comProfessional SummaryDriven professional with a background in childcare and early childhood development. Highly adept at designing educational and engaging activities to strengthen intellectual, emotional, psychosocial, and behavioral development incorporating learning through play and discovery teaching methods. Successful in working within collaborative environments to establish educational foundations to create lifelong learners and leaders.Skill HighlightsChild CareEarly Childhood DevelopmentActivity PlanningChild SafetyLearning Through PlayRelationship BuildingMentorship and GuidanceBehavior ManagementProfessional Experience8/1/2013 PresentBabysitterThe Preloger Family Salt Lake City, UTSupervise three children ranging from 3 to 10 years of age in private home setting and create and maintain safe living and play environment. Engage children in entertaining and educational activities to drive emotional, behavioral, and social development.Prepare snacks and meals according to each childs nutritional needs and encourage children to participate in cooking process.

20 Career-Boosting Steps to Take by New Years Eve- The Muse

20 Career-Boosting Steps to Take by New Years Eve- The Muse 20 Career-Boosting Steps to Take by New Years Eve- The Muse It’s finally December, and you’ve worked hard all year long. You wrote enough emails to fill a novel. You spent an average of seven hours a day on your computer. And, if you were working full-time, you probably spent 42 hours of your life battling traffic during your daily commute. Whoa. If anyone deserves a chance to kick back and relax, it’s you! But as tempting as it may be to spend the rest of December curled up with a big mug of cocoa, a snuggly blanket, and a never-ending Netflix queue, you probably want to avoid hibernating all month long. Regardless of whether your job status is employed or unemployed, you shouldn’t underestimate the importance of getting a jump-start on your career in the year ahead in the final days of the month. Use the next few weeks wisely so that you can finish 2017 feeling clear, focused, and organized when the year comes to an inevitable close. (If you’re job hunting, this is an especially good time to get your ducks in a row because January is one of the best times to apply for a new job.) Here are 20 career-boosting action steps to complete before the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve. 1. Write Down Your Wins Make a list of your top 10 professional accomplishments from the past year. You can incorporate these “wins” into your resume the next time you spruce it up- employers love seeing descriptions of “accomplishments” as opposed to “duties.” 2. Congratulate Someone on Their Career Success By celebrating others’ “wins,” you’ll reinforce the belief that you’re a positive, encouraging person- two qualities that are on every employer’s wish list! 3. Redesign Your Professional Materials Order beautiful new business cards. And then, when that’s set, think about revamping your personal website. 4. Clean Out Your Inbox Don’t just delete old emails and archive others. Take the next step and unsubscribe from mailing lists that waste your time. 5. Send a Thank You Note Think of a colleague, manager, or mentor who helped or inspired you this past year, and let that person know you’re grateful for his or her assistance or inspiration. Sure, you could use email. But it would be better to use pen and paper. A handwritten note is a simple, classy way to make people feel special- and strengthen your professional network. 6. Read Up on How to Get Your Resume Close to Perfection More specifically, read these 43 tips. They will only get you closer to getting that job you want. So, tweak your resume accordingly, or don’t be afraid to start over from scratch instead of building on one you’ve had for years. 7. Make That Revamped Resume Stylish Find a beautiful new template among one of these 275 free templates and go forward with confidence as you send it out. (After tailoring it for each job, of course.) 8. Contact an Expert if You’re Lost If you’re feeling stuck or don’t know where to begin, it might be worth it to pay an expert or hire a coach to get you past your obstacle. 9. Learn How to Answer the Most Common Interview Questions Your resume’s only doing the first part of the talking. The interview step is hugely important and not one that you can risk blowing. Prepare in advance by running through these common questions and you’ll likely ace it. 10. Update Your Professional Wardrobe Make sure to purchase items that are both professional and industry-appropriate. 11. Invest in a Standing Desk You won’t believe the health benefits, including reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. It’s well worth speaking to your office manager about getting one for the office. 12. Reorganize Your Workspace Remove clutter. Add beauty. Make a vision board or write a career manifesto and hang it above your desk. 13. Get on a Healthier Sleep Schedule It’s no news that many Americans are sleep deprived, and being chronically tired is just as bad as going into work tipsy. The more rest you give yourself, the sharper and more productive you will be. 14. Google Yourself Distasteful social media content? Snarky blog comments? That YouTube video that you uploaded during Mardi Gras circa 2009 still around? Put yourself in a recruiter’s shoes, and make sure your online footprint makes a good first impression. 15. Take Your LinkedIn Presence to the Next Level Start by adding a personal note when you send out invitations to join your network. You’d be surprised by how few people do this, so it’ll really make you stand out and get noticed. 16. Reach Out to Six People You’d Like to Connect With Start lining up coffee dates for the first few weeks of January. (And before you go on any of them, make sure you know how to have the best coffee date ever.) 17. Choose a Skill You Want to Improve in 2018 It could be public speaking, time management, or creative writing. Sign up for a class, seminar, weekly writing group, whatever makes sense for you and whatever might get you motivated. Then decide how you’re going to develop that skill. Block out the time on your calendar now. 18. Read a Few Career-Boosting Classics I recommend Stephen Covey’s Seven Habits of Highly Effective People and Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People. More of a listener? Subscribe to a smart podcast or two. Mmm. Brain food you’ll actually start to crave. 19. Fill Your Inspiration Tank to the Brim Read these 45 beautiful pieces of career advice. Or these 50 inspirational quotes that’ll make you feel ready to take on the world. Or, at least your personal goals. 20. Write Out Your One-Year Plan Whether you’re looking to make a move or are currently satisfied at your job, figure out what you plan to do to take your career to the next level. Maybe it’s telling your network you’re looking to make a move. Or, perhaps it’s getting a promotion (and a raise!). Whatever it is, figure out how you’re going to make it happen. And if you do only one thing? Make an effort to re-connect with people you admire. Strengthen the relationships in your professional network. You never know how one follow-up email, thank-you note, or holiday card might impact your career.

How Fathers Can Balance Work and Home

How Fathers Can Balance Work and Home How Fathers Can Balance Work and Home The Modern Father: Establishing Work-Life Balance for Men Here’s how the modern dad can find work-life balance. Many of us grew up watching television shows where the dad went off to work each morning while the mom prepared the kids for school and took care of the house. Some of us even grew up in similar households. However, the number of women entering the workforce climbed from 50 percent in 1970 to well over 70 percent, according to a study conducted by the United States government, and it has become evident that finding a proper work-life balance is essential for these working mothers. Now it's Dad's turn. Fathers now report more work-life balance conflicts than mothers in dual-earner couples; they want to do more than simply bring home the bacon. As we approach Father's Day and think of all the sacrifices our dads have made for us, let's take a look at what an ideal work-life balance for men looks like. Here's how to balance work and home for today's working father in order to have an exceptional career and sufficient time to bond with his family. Paternity leave This is a difficult one, but for younger men out there who plan on having a family, it can be a game-changer. The first few months of a child's life are a crucial bonding time for parents that can establish roles for the future. As of 2015, only 17 percent of companies offered paid paternity leave, a key contributor to work-life balance for men and new dads. The good news is that number is on the rise; the bad news is that it still means over 80 percent of American companies do not offer dads the opportunity to spend those first weeks at home with their children. A few companies, however, are rocking the boat with paid paternity leave that is above and beyond the expected. Netflix offers up to one full year for both new moms and dads, including adoption if they are salaried streaming employees. Etsy just started providing six months to both parents as well, while Facebook and Twitter also jumped on the bandwagon offering four months and 20 weeks respectively. With these companies leading the charge in many of today's workplace trends, this as a good sign that paternity leave (and better maternity leave) are trending up. A company's time-off policies are easy to find, so if you're in the job market and thinking about expanding your family, take the time to research companies' paternity leave policies before you jump on board. Work from home We are in the digital age 2.0! We don't just have computers: We have laptops, tablets, and cellphones that can do more than our first desktops could do. It's easy to stay connected, and many companies are finding that they can lower their overhead by having fewer people taking up space in an office building that requires lighting, heat, air conditioning, and water. Since so many jobs are done primarily on the computer, they allow their employees to do at least some of their work remotely. That means time at home with the kids and time to do a little laundry while staying busy with work. Flexjobs.com, a website dedicated to helping people find remote work, puts out a list of the Top 100 Companies with Work-From-Home Jobs. The list is noticeably heavy in computer and online fields, but many large companies have certain departments that may not need as much hands-on work, as well. If you're looking for a new job, or even if you're frustrated with your work-life balance at your current position, it's worth looking into remote work. Find a company that embraces the work-from-home philosophy or try to negotiate it. You may find that you can't get a deal that keeps you out of the office all five days each week, but even one or two extra days at home can make a big difference. Related:How to Get in the Right Mindset for the Remote Job Search Flexible schedules Does your job have to be a nine-to-five thing? There are a lot of jobs out there that offer different shifts that may be beneficial. If you worked from 11 a.m.7 p.m., would that allow you to get the kids off to school while your spouse heads off to work? Sometimes the difference of an hour or two can help you and your spouse balance the workload together and help cut down on daycare costs. Some companies also offer variations on the standard five-day work week. Would you want to work four 10-hour days and have every Friday off? This kind of schedule can help you spend quality time with your kids on long weekends and make for a consistent day to do those afternoon tasks like taking them to the dentist. Not every company will advertise this kind of flexibility up front, but if you inquire or read reviews from other employees at sites like Glassdoor, you may be surprised. In today's world, the whole nine-to-five concept simply isn't as important as it used to be. Make the most of your home time Work-life balance for men isn't just about the number of hours you spend in each place. How can you maximize your time with your family when you are home? Here are some ideas: Find time to exercise. When you feel good, you'll have more energy to have quality time with your family. Enjoy meals together. It's easy to grab plates and migrate to the TV room, but studies have shown that one of the most beneficial things you can do for your family is to dedicate time to eat dinner together no electronics allowed. Say no to your kids on occasion. If your kids are involved in every extracurricular activity that comes their way, you'll find yourself feeling like a glorified chauffeur. You want to let them experience things, but it's okay to emphasize the importance of family time. Try to leave work at the office. This one can be really tough. Many jobs have seasonal hot times that mean a month or two of really heavy workload. That may be unavoidable. But, before you lock yourself in the den to work in the evening, take a moment to consider if the work you have to do is worth sacrificing family time. Take vacations away from home. Do your best to coordinate with your spouse to get away for a few days or a week together with the kids. Dual-income families generally mean increased financial stability. However, that extra money can come at its own price. Too often the inability to get away can keep Mom, Dad, and the kids all running in separate directions. The good news is two-fold: More and more companies are trying to find ways to help fathers maintain a suitable work-life balance. Even better, today's fathers are trying harder to find that balance for themselves. Click on the following link for more advice on work-life balance. Ready to get back into the job hunt after taking some time for the family? Let us review your resume for free! Recommended Reading: 13 Best Companies for New Parents to Work A Mother's Guide to Getting Back Into the Workforce 5 Tips for Making New Friends at Work

5 Most-asked Job Interview Questions and How to Answer Them

5 Most-asked Job Interview Questions and How to Answer Them 5 Most-asked Job Interview Questions and How to Answer Them In today’s job industry, work experience is not everything. Once you get past the basic requirements, there’s only one thing left standing between you and your dream job â€" The Job Interview.A lot of people, especially recent graduates, find this to be challenging â€" and that’s normal. They don’t have prior experience with job interviews, and tend to view the interviewer as an omniscient being that can read right through them. How can you know exactly what the interviewer is expecting from you if you’ve never been to a job interview before? Well, the process is actually pretty simple, and knowing beforehand the questions they’ll ask, as well as how to answer them will help you overcome this.**What is your greatest strength?**This one is a bit self-explanatory, but there are small nuances you should consider. First of all, try to consider the job you’re applying for and adjust your answer accordingly. Say, if you’re a PR specialist and tend to think “outside the bo x”, make sure to mention some of your achievements that portray this quality. Don’t say anything too generic or irrelevant such as being a “quick learner” or a “team-player,” and again, make sure to back it up with prior experience. In this way the interviewer will know that you’re aware of exactly what you’re signing up for. 2. **What is your greatest weakness?*For this question, you don’t want to say anything related to the job. For example, you shouldn’t say at the job interview that you’re bad at communications if you’re applying for a sales position. After all, communications is what a sales job is all about. You don’t want to hire someone who’s saying straight off the bat that he’s bad at the job, would you? The best way to go around the question is to mention a minor weakness or possibly an undeveloped skill. The weakness itself doesn’t really matter, as long as it’s not directly related to the job you’re applying for. In addition, mention what you’ve done or are doing to overcome it. For example you are applying for a programmer position; you can say you’ve had a weakness with communication (not very relevant to the job, but still a very important office skills), but you’ve taken classes in public speaking and attended seminars to overcome it. This way, you’re turning what could have been a negative answer into a positive one. You do mention a weakness of yours, but you’re also making it clear that you’re someone who strives for self-improvement. 3. *Tell us about yourself.*When asked on the spot, answering this question correctly can be a bit challenging. Which is why, you should always be prepared to give a small sales pitch about yourself. You’re almost guaranteed to get asked this question on most job interviews, and having a general speech ready can definitely come in handy. You should not make it too obvious, though. Just make an outline of what you’re going to talk about, touching the most impo rtant achievements in your life. Follow this rule of thumb and you’re certainly going to be one step closer to landing the job. 4. *Why are you interested in our company?*This is where a little research about the company before the job interview comes in hand. Companies don’t want to hire a person who’s applied to 50 different jobs, hoping to get lucky with one of them. They’d rather hire someone who’s aiming for 2 or 3 best-fit jobs and has done his homework. You should research about the company culture, the workplace, the projects they work on, etc. For example, some companies have a more independent work-place, with minor supervision from the higher-ups. In that case, you could say that you’re independent, and can work without someone guiding you. 5. *Do you have any questions?**Now, a seemingly unimportant question, this is a great opportunity to show how interested you are in the company. Most people answer with a simple “no”, so to put yourself above everyone else ask away! The trick is not to ask the most obvious question (something you could’ve learned online by yourself). For example, “what would my daily routine be like for this position?” or even something related to personal career development and the interview in general like “how would you rate my performance on this job interview, and what would you recommend to improve my skills?” Asking questions shows that you’ve done your homework and are genuinely interested in the company.And finally, remember that even if you don’t succeed in the first job interview, it will still be a tremendously valuable learning experience. 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Grow Your Career as an SMB Account Executive at Glassdoor

Grow Your Career as an SMB Account Executive at Glassdoor Grow Your Career as an SMB Account Executive at Glassdoor “The growth potential here is tremendous, and everyone at the company really does care about you and your goals.” “Great teachers, leaders and motivated employees.” “Before I go to sleep I think about this job and get excited for the opportunities I have in the next day.” These are just a few things that current and former Account Executives (AEs) have to say about working at Glassdoor . With an industry-disrupting product, a tremendous and engaged customer base and a powerful brand, Glassdoor is already changing the way that people hire - but we need talented, collaborative and passionate sales professionals to help us get to the next level. To that end, we’re hiring a number of Account Executives , particularly in the small to medium business (SMB) tier. What’s in it for you? To start, a fun and supportive team environment, comprehensive healthcare packages, location-specific wellness programs and modern office spaces overflowing with free snacks and beverages - but above all, Glassdoor offers nearly unlimited opportunities for professional development and growth. As an advanced startup, Glassdoor offers a unique combination of stability and autonomy, resulting in an environment where employees have both the resources and tools they need to succeed as well as the ability to take ownership of their career path. With SMB sales in particular, you’ll be able to have a significant impact right away. “In SMB sales at Glassdoor, you are able to work with fast-growing startups and really help them solve hiring needs with our solutions - you also have exposure to speaking with the C-suite prospects,” says Director of SMB Sales Elizabeth Hajjar. “A lot of them are very interested in their personal and company rating on Glassdoor and want to understand how they can enter the conversation happening on Glassdoor.” As a result, SMB Account Executives are able to form close working relationships with clients in which they’re relied on as experts. “It’s great to really understand the pains they are facing in recruiting and  employer branding and show them just how Glassdoor can help them,” Hajjar adds. “We have a great retention rate in the SMB tier, filled with clients that continue to work with us year over year because of the results they are seeing and how Glassdoor is helping their recruiting efforts.” And best of all, you’ll be doing this with a team that supports you every step of the way. “The SMB org at Glassdoor is collaborative. Of course, we squeeze in friendly competitions, but we also share ideas, highlight what is working and what is not - we want to win as a group and as a company,” Hajjar says. “Glassdoor is like a giant family. The managers I’ve had at Glassdoor have been some of the best I’ve ever had. They respect you, and do whatever it takes to help you grow and get to where you want to go in your career,” agrees Account Executive Meha Munshi. “If you do have a question or problem, you’ll have people dropping what they’re doing to help you out. No one tries to one-up you, or refuses to help to try to get ahead.” Because of this commitment to growth and development, AEs can move up the ladder quickly at Glassdoor. “I started as an AE on October 10th of 2016 and was promoted on October 1st of 2017,” says Rob Pezza, Enterprise Account Executive â€" Staffing. “My time as an AE helped me become an expert in all things Glassdoor and work with a multitude of clients in a wide range of industries.” This doesn’t just give AEs a temporary boost in their career - it sets them up for a long-term career path. “Glassdoor is a great place to grow your career and, from what I’ve seen, values promoting from within. As opposed to promoting based on tenure, they allow individuals to set and achieve realistic growth goals if they put in the effort and hit success criteria,” Pezza adds. “I see myself continuing to grow in the Sales organization at Glassdoor and eventually moving into a leadership role.” If you’ve got relevant experience, a proven track record of success, a  collaborative mindset and grit, we want to hear from you. Check out our open Account Executive jobs and apply now!