15 Valuable Online Resources You Need to Bookmark

15 Valuable Online Resources You Need to Bookmark15 Valuable Online Resources You Need to BookmarkTheres no doubt about it the industry has gonedigital. And as the traditional media choices disappear, making way for digital equivalents, so too do our news and information sources. We can no longer rely on magazines and other periodicals by the time we get them, the news contained is already out of date. Therefore, as a good advertising professional, you should dedicate a small portion of your day (or week, if you have very little free time) perusing great websites that contain a flurry of information. leid just news sites, but social media, content aggregators and more.Heres a list of 10 websites that you should check out daily, be it through bookmarking or your RSS feed. 1 The Egotist Network If you live in a major advertising city, there will be an Egotist for you. It all started with The Denver Egotist, but now has branches in New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Los Angeles, Lond on, and even Dubai. This is a great resource for local and national news. Very few advertising blogs do the local scene well, this is the top of the bunch. Its also anonymous, meaning you get some very strong opinions on there. Bookmark your local Egotist today. 2 Adfreak For anyone in the industry, this is a great source of information. Updated daily, sometimes hourly, itll give you the lowdown on the latest campaigns, movers and shakers, new technologies and a lot more. 3 Buzz Feed For the latest news and gossip, entertainment stories, videos, politics and everything else you can think of, Buzz Feed collects it all in one handy place. Its not as user-centric as Reddit, but its still a reliable and constantly updated resource. 4 Wallpaper Back in the day, Wallpaper* magazine was required reading in the ad agencies I worked at in London. The * referred to *stuff that refines you. And yes, it is. Its filled with the latest architecture trends, design, art, fashion, travel and lifestyle. If you want to know what the next big thing will be, youll find it within the pages of Wallpaper.com. 5 The Verge Just a few years old, The Verge covers the intersection of technology, science, art, and culture. If you know anything about the direction in which our industry is heading, youll know how applicable that statement it. Covering the latest on web social, gaming, mobile, science, pop culture and even law, this is a must visit daily site. 6 Wired Very few names conjure up the vision of cutting edge news and insights. Wired is one of them. This is the place to go for your tech news, business, design, entertainment, science, and predictions for the future of, well, all of the above. 7 Ads Of The World Every day, Ads Of The World shows dozens of new campaigns from agencies all around the world. Admittedly, I find a lot of the work very formulaic, designed to win awards. But there are still hundreds and hundreds of great ideas on there, that can leav e you feeling inspired. Check it out daily. 8 Adverblog Now over ten years old, and probably the most read advertising blog in the world, Adverblog is a one-stop-shop for all the latest digital advertising and marketing. And they are insistent that they serve up only the best ideas worldwide. Having been a regular reader from their inception, I agree. 9 AdRants Published by veteran advertising guru Steve Hall, AdRants promises a no holds barred approach to ad blogging. You get searing opinions, funny reviews, plus serious coverage of trends, strategies, viral campaigns, buzz and even industry research. This one is definitely a favorite of the ad community. 10 Reddit Anything and everything thats popular on the web will make its way to the front page of Reddit.com. The site, separated by many different categories, gives readers karma points for submitting and commenting. They tag NSFW links, and topics range from movies and music to the really bizarre. If you want your fi nger on the pulse of pop culture, it should be placed right here. 11 AdAge The go-to website for everyone in the advertising, marketing, PR, and design industries. Ad Age is updated hourly with the latest news about the business, and provides in-depth articles and coverage of the most important stories surrounding advertising. Some content does cost you money to access, but its well worth it. The AdAge journalists keep you up-to-date on all the info. 12 AdLand A massive repository of the latest and greatest ads, both national and international, in one handy place. AdLand has been going since 1996and boasts the largest collection of Super Bowl ads anywhere online. If you want to feed your inner ad geek, this is the place to be. 13 The Inspiration Room Looking for ideas, news, trending topics, and a place that inspires you to do better work? Then head on over to The Inspiration Room. Youll get to see a lot of work not usually highlighted by the big boys (AdFreak, AdAge), and it covers everything from film and print, to interactive and audio. Bookmark this one right now. 14 AdPulp Political advertising. Media trends. Ad people. Editorials. AdPulp has it all, and is not only a great read, but a daily reminder of why you got into advertising. Covering new work, content, and creative campaigns from around the world, its a slick site with a lot to offer anyone in advertising, marketing, and design. 15 DigiDay Lets face it advertising has gone digital. Or at least, its now a massive chunk of the industry. If you want to be on top of the latest digital trends, campaigns, movers and shakers, and all things new media, you need to check in with DigiDay at least once a day. A fantastic and insightful destination.

How to Make 2017 the Year That You Get a Flexible Job

How to Make 2017 the Year That You Get a Flexible JobHow to Make 2017 the Year That You Get a Flexible Job1 has done research showing the growing number and fonts of people who want to get a flexible joband why. Perhaps youre among those who seek greater flexibility in your jobfor better work-life balance, or for reasons relating to your family and/or health.But if you havent found a way yet to get the flex options that you seek, you may need to take a strategic approach to reaching your goals.Here are three ways to help ensure that this year is the one when you finally get a flexible job and gain more job flexibility1. Build your case.If youre hoping to work more flexibly for your current manager, understand that its that persons job to be sure your work gets done.While you may feel confident that, like many people, youll be even more productive working from home or in another type of nontraditional work arrangement, your boss needs to be convinced of this fact before making a chang e to your schedule.Make it easy for your supervisor to see the benefits by proposing a trial period- for example, working from home for a day or week, or working different hours than the company norm. If you can get this approved, youll be in a great position to show your stuff and prove exactly how much work you can get done working flexibly.Remember to be ultra-available and responsive when working offsite so that people have nothing but good things to say about their experience in working with you while telecommuting.2. Know what you want.Whether you plan to talk to your current boss or negotiate with a potential new employer about flexible work options, it helps to be very clear about the type of arrangement you need.There are many possible types of setups when it comes to working flexibly, and different employers may be more willing to green light some than others. Know and communicate clearly whether your preference is toTelecommute or work from home, either full-time or part- timeWork an irregular schedule (for example, starting later in the day but staying later in the evening)Work fewer days a week but longer hours each day, such as four 10-hour daysHave some flex time around family needs, such as school drop-offs and pickups at the start and end of the workday3. Just ask.In corporate jobs in particular, you will likely get tracked into a traditional schedule unless you ask for something different. The time of highest negotiating power is after youve been offered a job but havent yet accepted it.If workplace flexibility is important to you, consider negotiating for it as part of your package, alongside salary and other benefits. If an employer is excited to bring you on board, they will be more likely to grant your wishes to seal the deal, so it cant hurt to ask for the particular arrangement that you want and will make you the happiest.As the saying goes, if nothing changes, nothing changes. If youve been dreaming of a job with more flexibility, then take initiative this year. Start planning now to either transition to another job that is more flexible, or leverage in-house resources to gain more flexibility from your current employer.Start Searching for a Flexible JobReaders, are you trying to get a flexible job this year? Tell us about your job search experience in the comments section below.

7 steps to improve mental health in the workplace based on Deloittes practices

7 steps to improve mental health in the workplace based on Deloittes practices7 steps to improve mental health in the workplace based on Deloittes practicesAllison Britz, lead marketing specialist on the Events Operations team at Deloitte, has recently opened up about zu sichbei struggles with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder in her book, Obsessed A Memoir of My Life with OCD. Britz spoke candidly with Ladders about her mental health issues and how Deloitte has handled mental health in the workplace in ways that help her excel in her career while keeping her OCD symptoms in check. Here are seven ways that employers can help improve the conversation around mental health in the workplace.Create an environment of acceptance and awareness about mental health in the workplaceThe most important thing is that Deloitte has always been at the forefront of talking about mental health in the workplace, Britz said.Deloitte just launched the Mental health work campaign at the beginning of May to co incide with the national Mental Health Awareness Month. The company-wide campaign is focused on empowering employees to take charge of their mental health. The internal campaign is focused on building awareness about mental illness, getting rid of stigmas, and providing employees with resources to support mental health needs.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreDeloittes campaign has multiple facets, with the first being an internal site that is home to information and resources for mental health. The second part is focused on learning opportunities, including mental health first aid training. Vitals, a program launched nationally, is a dashboard that uses data insights to enhance conversations on well-being and identify signs of burnout before it happens. Additionally, Deloitte is aiding in sharing the stories of employees (like Allison Britz) who are willing to speak out about men tal health struggles.Deloitte knows that even with all these efforts, the work is never done, which is why they have a whole full-time position dedicated to the issue the chief well-being officer role, currently held by Jen Fisher.One thing that Deloitte does very well is understanding that it cant just be a static conversation, Britz said. One conversation, or even ten conversations, isnt going to change the culture. Mental health and mental illness need to be present, evolving, and always at the forefront.In order to change the culture through the corporate ranks, each manager needs to be trained on how to best handle mental health in the workplace.Encourage an open line of communication between manager and employeeWorking on mental health in the workplace is all about bringing the conversation down from up high, from the theoretical up in the clouds into the practical day-to-day with managers and employees, Britz said. Its about bringing it to action. Taking words and thoughts an d making them apply to the real workplace.While Britz admires the work that the campaign has done so far, she recognizes that a campaign wont cause this magic epiphany moment that changes the way mental illnesses is handled. Fortunately, Deloitte doesnt stop with just a campaign.Deloitte really understands that the change comes from your relationship with your direct manager, Britz said. Your boss is the part who actually decides rating and promotions, so their judgments will affect you the most, which is why its important to have an open line of communication when it comes to mental health in the workplace.If you work for an employer that has fostered that value of communicating back and forth and being open, you should be able to talk to your manager about what is going on to make things harder for you, Britz said.An effective manager will work through a schwierigkeit with you and attempt to provide what you need in order to subside your symptoms. That open line of communication a llows employees to speak directly with their manager before a problem gets worse. Effective communication bedrngnis only aids in solving a problem but preventing them as well.Help employees find positions that meet their needsBefore working at Deloitte, Britz held a sales role that required her to do a fair amount of traveling. Due to her OCD, Britz doesnt do well traveling by herself and therefore had to leave this job. In 2015, Britz joined Deloitte in a role that worked for her and her OCD symptoms, but Britz welches placed into a role that required a lot of travel when the marketing group underwent a reorganization. Knowing that role wouldnt set her or her team up for success, Britz spoke with the Human Resources department, which was able to work with marketing leadership to place her in a more fitting role.Deloitte really went above and beyond to help me find a home within the firm that worked for me, Britz said.Offer flexibility in work scheduleAt Deloitte, theres not only an emphasis on flexibility on Britzs team but across the whole firm. As a way to take the pressure off her symptoms, Britz is able to fully work from home.For me, with my OCD, that is incredibly beneficial, Britz said.Working from home takes away certain aspects of a work routine that may be stressful for individuals with mental illnesses. For example, getting dressed for work is one process that Britz does not miss from her days in the office.It really allows me to focus on my work, Britz said. All this extra noise that could be distracting because of my OCD is not even a factor in my life.Companies that arent able to offer an employee to work from home full-time should consider allowing it part-time or once a week. At the least, companies should work with employees who may function better in the morning or night and be flexible when it comes to doctors appointments and times when an employees symptoms are worse than usual.Understand that work-life balance isnt one-size fits allWork- life balance isnt one size fits all or even one size fits every day, Britz said.Like with anything in life, each day varies based on circumstances. Some days I need more space to try to take care of myself and other days I could be really on top of things, Britz said.The flexibility to manage my own life and feel like my firm and bosses trust me as a professional to handle myself responsibly makes an incredible difference in my life,While this trust takes time to build, managers should allow employees this flexibility once they have proven they can handle themselves and produce quality work.Monitor well-being to avoid employee burnoutThe Vitals application created by Deloitte is a groundbreaking tool that allows counselors, managers, and employees to monitor employee burnout.Vitals is an application that uses data to communicate to employers and counselors when certain employees are at risk of burnout. For example, Vitals will alert a manager if a person exceeds the maximum amount o f hours worked or traveled. The system even allows employees to self-report without feeling like they are complaining to their managers. On each persons Vitals dashboard they can indicate with a green, yellow, or red battery if they are feeling fully charged, neutral, or depleted, respectively.The system also generates graphs based on extended periods of time so that employees and employers can monitor employee habits and better predict and prevent burnout.Promote self-care as an essential practice to aid with mental health in the workplaceAn important factor in Deloittes campaign is promoting transparency and vulnerability in managers and modeling that for their employees. Britz described this as encouraging managers to actually walk the walk and care about their own wellness.For example, my own manager tells us specifically what shes doing for her wellness every week, Britz said. She always is very verbal and puts a big spotlight on what shes doing for her wellness and that makes me feel like Im also allowed to take care of myself in the way she is.This aspect of transparency is important for individuals with mental health issues because some days their symptoms might be worse than others. Instead of hiding their struggles and allowing their work to suffer, employees should feel they are able to be truthful with their boss and take some time to work on themselves.For me, the crux of changing culture in the workplace is that relationship between an employee and their direct manager, Britz said. That allows the employee to truly take care of themselves.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

6 ways companies can celebrate working moms every day of the year

6 ways companies can celebrate working moms every day of the year6 ways companies can celebrate working moms every day of the yearOpen and flexible office cultures are extremely important for working moms, but achieving that atmosphere is much easier said than done. Creating an environment in which working moms can flourish requires some thought, work and lots of candid conversation. The end results are well worth it.Here are six ways that organizations can change company culture and policy to empower working moms in the office, according toAutumn Manning, co-founder and brand evangelist at Kazoo.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreCelebrate working moms strengthsOne of the fruchtwein important aspects is building an inclusive culture that identifies and celebrates the strengths of each unique employee. Working moms have extremely valuable and particular sets of skills. In the 2018 Bright Horizons Modern Family Index (MFI), 89% of workers surveyed agreed that working moms in leadership roles bring out the best in employees. In addition, 65% of people said they believe moms are better listeners than other employees.One way that organizations can help working moms is by reframing their parental status as an absolute strength, instead of weakness or inconvenience. Manning lists intense empathy, superb listening skills, and the ability to multitask among the many strengths that moms bring to the table.By helping moms realize that their mom skills are actually extremely important leadership skills, companies can help working moms come back to the workforce with confidence and excitement.Help subside the fears of not being promotedIn the 2018 MFI, 60% of respondents admitted that career opportunities are given to less qualified employees instead of mothers who are more skilled.Companies that want to hold onto their working moms need to create an environment of flexi bility, but also one where moms dont feel intimidated to take time to care for their children. The most effective way to eliminate this fear, according toManning, is to manage based on performance expectations.By doing this, working moms can focus on the quality of their work, instead of when and how long they are in the office. For example, a working mom wont be afraid to go pick up her kids from school or work from home on Fridays if shes getting excellent, and frequent, reviews on her work.Make sure technology is in place to facilitate flexibility and reassuranceTechnology allows for much more flexibility in the workplace today. Software like Google Hangouts, Skype and Slack allow working moms to stay in the loop, even when theyre working from home. Additionally, virtual private networks (VPNs) allow employees to work from pretty much anywhere these days.Manning also recommended using technology to provide a space in which employees are able to recognize the great work happening in the company.One of the things that Kazoo does well enables managers and employees to have real-time conversations and alignment conversations around what matters, Manning said.On Kazoo, any employee can highlight the accomplishments, impact, or skills of another employee at any time. The recognition can give working moms the confidence and encouragement they need to go for a promotion or project. Without feedback, working moms may be constantly second-guessing their standing at the company.When you have a platform and culture that continues to identify the strengths and gives real-time feedbackit really does help alleviate a lot of that stress, Manning said.By putting these systems in place, working moms are able to feel secure in knowing that they are hitting their targets and impressing their managers. Communication between managers and employees is key to reassuring working moms that theyre in a good spot.Youve got to keep that connection going or theyve got a lot of fear as t hey return back to work, Manning said.Provide a ramp up period for when moms return to workAn extremely helpful practice for new mothers is allowing for a ramp-up period when they decide to come back to work. This policy builds on the culture of flexibility by allowing mothers to decide how and when they want to work during the first couple of weeks back.Options for this period include letting them decide if theyd like to work full-time, part-time, from home or in the office. Another way to build confidence with returning new moms is to offer them training before they fully return to the workforce.Dont ask what you have to do, ask what working moms deserveInstead of asking what a company has to do for working moms, managers should be curious about what they can do to make working moms most comfortable, secure, and productive.Many offices have Mothers Rooms, where new moms can go to breastfeed or pump milk. Instead of simply having a private room, a company can include a fridge, a co mfortable chair, and a lock on the door. Theres very little difference in the budget needed to make positive experiences happen, but theres a huge gap in how it feels to the working mother, Manning said.By making a new mother more comfortable, shell be happier at work and more able to focus on her work.Manning mentioned that there is a new mother on Kazoos sales team. This new mom has to travel for work a lot, so instead of making the mom carry around all the breast milk in her luggage, the company actually pays to have it shipped home, making her life far less stressful.The loyalty and return on productivity and engagement is huge, Manning said.Create an environment of awareness and acceptanceWorking mothers are leaving and reentering the workforce at such a vulnerable time in their lives. In order to create an inclusive culture at the office, there must be an awareness of the challenges and needs of working moms.Companies should aim to encourage employees to bring their full self to work, which means that working moms dont have to leave their mom self at home. If a mom feels comfortable bringing her full self to work shell be much more productive and motivated to come to work.Whats important to remember is that a company only creates an environment like that when the leadership actually walks the walk, too.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

The Upside to Resume Awards

The Upside to Resume Awards A great sample manager resume will consist of keywords a couple of times throughout the document. Below, you will discover a list of resume examples that may assist you with your work search. Its obvious choosing a great font would not just save an area in you resume, but will also highlight the most crucial info in your CV. It is possible to take a look at the IT resume example for more info Well, if you tailor your resume to coordinate with your job description, youll have identified and added the appropriate search phrases to your resume. Distinct kinds of work in the food tafelgeschirr industry require resumes with lots of the very same skills. Writing a resume for employment in the art industry can be difficult. Ensure your work search resume has substance to demonstrate value and make you distinguish yourself from the massive volume of other teaching job applicants. Becoming in a position to accommodate several intelligences is a vital ski ll that school principals and superintendents start looking for in a new hire. Adding an accomplishments section to your resume is an excellent method to demonstrate your best achievements and regions of expertise as they relate to the job that youre applying for. High school students may require a resume to submit an application for work or as an element of a university application. Make sure that you dont simply repeat language from different sections of your resume. All About Resume Awards You may read more here on how to manage employment gaps on your resume. At length, even when you win your point in the long run, that landlord is going to have an incentive to scrutinize everything else you do to locate another means to secure you out of his hair. Perhaps you are anxious since you are applying for your first job, or youve been unemployed for quite a long time. Resume Awards for Dummies Dont hesitate to download one, but you should be sure to produce little modification s to unlock your. Youre not vying for just one coveted award theres a good deal of opportunity Mention the specifics on the other side of the award. Top Choices of Resume Awards The templates are created in such a way they make the resume be noticeable. Career aspirants will need to look at a resume template as an alternative to a curriculum vitae template. They need to watch out for a resume template rather than a programs vitae template. Resume templates may also be very beneficial. The Meaning of Resume Awards Finding that real-world experience proves that it is possible to stay informed about the day-to-day operation of an organization. Begin by thinking through what information you need to include. Additionally, there are a few handy methods to help you craft a successful resume. Creating a resume for an application to acquire interviews will require you to discover and communicate relevant achievements. Many job seekers make the error of listing job duties and d uties over achievements. If youre attempting to obtain work in accounting or finance you require averystrong resume. If you dont have a business background, its still important to include your qualifications. The info above should demonstrate how sample manager resumes are best structured, to find an interview and find that job. Since the work description will vary widely from 1 organization to another, you need to make sure your resume highlights your most relevant experience. Youre able to then try and tie in any essential skills you acquired in with the work description youre applying to. Congratulations for the fantastic job youve done You might not be the babo anymore but you ought to have the knowledge of a boss. Resume samples are a handy method to direct your own writing. As soon as youve updated your resume, you must be sure youre adequately highlighting your strengths. One of the simplest approaches to enhance your IT resume is to produce personal projects. No m atter what kind of work youre searching for, the Gabriella professional resume template is an excellent selection.

The Appeal of Resume Objective for Writing Jobs

The Appeal of Resume Objective for Writing Jobs What the In-Crowd Wont Tell You About Resume Objective for Writing Jobs With the objective statement, you can better your odds of getting hired when you include the most suitable blend of hard and soft abilities, same as in your qualifications section. When writing your resume objective, you always ought to have the aim of answering this question. You might not know where to start in regards to writing a resume objective. Although your resume ought to be kept short and easy, you should however use words and phrases which suggest the degree of job that you are applying to and which represents your qualifications and experiences. The Characteristics of Resume Objective for Writing Jobs So for each field youre trying for, you must have an entirely separate resume. If youre trying for one specific field, nevertheless, your objective doesnt need to be much different. It is far better state your objective on top of your resume. Man y a times it is crucial to compose the work objective at the entry level. The 30-Second Trick for Resume Objective for Writing Jobs A resume objective can explain why youre qualified for the job, even should you not own a lot of related experience. Your resumes career objective should state that youre seeking to join a stable business in a position that would supply you with the chance to expand your understanding and boost your abilities. Resume objectives can be useful for employers to glance at before diving in your work experiences. Entry-level objectives can be particularly hard to write as you likely dont have loads of work experience, but you do want to solidify that you know the kind of career youre searching for. The New Angle On Resume Objective for Writing Jobs Just Released An objective must be personally-tailored to the employer. Ultimately, stating it is optional, but it can help convince employers that you know what you want and are familiar with the industry . My goal is to find the job. The absolute most efficient objective is one which is tailored to the job youre applying for. The Meaning of Resume Objective for Writing Jobs Provide evidence you could handle more than your job along with coordinate resources to cause efficiency. Youre able to draw upon your education and understanding of the industry whilst highlighting your unique objectives for obtaining a position at that firm. If you opt to not have an objective, then we advise that you use a branding statement that may be centered at the peak of your resume beneath your contact details. Sample Entry Level Recruiter Resume Objectives A resume objective is a brief statement which goes close to the peak of your resume. Resume Objective for Writing Jobs the Ultimate Convenience As soon as its essential for your resume to incorporate a very clear career goal, you dont need to convey it through an Objective section. Resume objectives can be somewhat controversial. If youve g ot under 10 decades of experience, you simply need one page. When writing your entry-level resume, youve got to continue to keep your career objectives practical and dont be ever ambitious. An objective tells the prospective employer what you need to bring to the organization. A work at home agent resume needs to concentrate on all facets of consumer service abilities. Youre wondering in the event that you should have a statement on top of your resume to grab the hiring managers interest. Therefore, if youre searching for a new job, it is vital that your resume stands from the crowd to guarantee you a spot on the shortlist.