Friday

20 of the Most Popular Search Terms Jobseekers are using to Land Jobs

 As the world increasingly moves online, more and more people are looking for remote jobs that can be done from home. Here are 20 of the most popular search terms job seekers are using to find work, along with brief descriptions of each.

1. Apple Home Advisor Jobs: Apple is one of the leading technology companies in the world, and their home advisor program offers customer support for Apple products.

2. Entry Level Remote Jobs: There are many remote jobs available that don't require any experience or specialized skills. These entry-level positions are a great way to get started in a remote career.

3. Customer Service: Many businesses need customer service representatives to interact with customers by phone, email, or chat.

4. Data Entry: Data entry is a common remote job that involves inputting information into computer databases.

5. Amazon Jobs: Amazon is one of the largest online retailers in the world, and they offer a variety of remote jobs, including customer service, data entry, and web development.

6. Virtual Assistant: A virtual assistant provides administrative support to businesses or individuals from a remote location.

7. Social Media Manager: A social media manager creates and manages content for social media accounts.

8. SEO Specialist: An SEO specialist helps websites rank higher in search engine results pages.

9. Web Developer: A web developer builds and maintains websites.

10. Graphic Designer: A graphic designer creates visual designs for websites, logos, and other marketing materials.

11. Copywriter: A copywriter creates compelling written content for websites, advertising, and other marketing materials.

12. Proofreader: A proofreader checks written content for grammar, spelling, and other errors before it is published.

13. Event Planner: An event planner coordinates all aspects of events, including venue selection, food and beverage catering, entertainment, transportation, and more.

14. Personal Assistant: A personal assistant provides administrative support to an individual or family.

15. Project Manager: A project manager oversees the planning and execution of projects from start to finish.

16. Accounting: Many businesses need remote accountants to manage their finances.

17. Bookkeeping: A bookkeeper tracks all of a business's financial transactions.

18. Recruiting: A remote recruiter helps businesses find and hire employees.

19. Sales: A remote sales representative sells products or services to customers via phone, email, or chat.

20. Customer Success: A customer success specialist helps customers get the most out of a product or service and troubleshoots any issues they may have.

These jobs and many more are being searched for every day which also means that they are very competitive as well. Be sure that your résumé reflects the job responsibilities. Also, in your cover letter include: skills related to the job, relevant career highlights, salary expectations, and a brief explanation of any work history gaps, so that you will be considered for a job. 

Happy job hunting!

Nicholl McGuire is a content contributor, self-published author and owner of this blog and many others.

Thursday

Temperamental Boss - Do you have one?

Is your boss always in a bad mood? Do they snap at you or other workers for no reason? If so, you may be dealing with a temperamental boss.

A temperamental boss can make the workplace challenging and difficult to deal with. If you're constantly walking on eggshells around your boss, it's important to be aware of the signs that they may be temperamental. Here are 10 signs your boss is tempermental:


1. They're always in a bad mood

2. They snap at you or other workers for no reason

3. They're quick to anger

4. They're impatient

5. They're never satisfied with your work

6. They constantly criticize you

7. They're always finding fault with you

8. They make unreasonable demands

9. They're inflexible

10. They're uncooperative


If you notice any of these signs in your boss, it's important to try to find ways to deal with the situation. If possible, talk to your boss about their behavior and see if they're willing to change. If not, you may need to look for another job.


Tips for dealing with a temperamental boss:


1. Be patient

2. Don't take their moodiness personally

3. Try to stay calm

4. Avoid arguing with them

5. Focus on your work and don't let their bad mood affect you

6. Talk to them about their behavior if possible

7. Consider looking for another job if the situation doesn't improve


Unfortunately with so many businesses losing money as well as employees, it will continue to be a challenge working for some employers. This is why so many people are choosing to seek other ways to obtain income to provide for their families.


Why are First-Time Managers Unsuccessful in their Roles

First-time managers often have difficulty succeeding in their new roles. There are a number of reasons for this. First, they may not have the necessary experience to effectively manage a workplace. Second, they may be unfamiliar with the workplace culture and norms. Third, they may not have the necessary people skills to manage and motivate employees. Fourth, they may not have the needed organizational skills to keep track of tasks and deadlines. Finally, they may not have the required knowledge to make decisions that will improve workplace productivity. As a result, first-time managers often struggle in their new jobs and may eventually be replaced by more experienced managers.

It's a commonly held belief that people who have never managed before are bound to struggle in their new roles. After all, managing a team of employees requires a completely different skillset than being an individual contributor. First-time managers often find themselves struggling to adjust to the new demands of their jobs. They may be uncertain of how to delegate tasks, handle conflict, or give feedback. As a result, they may start to feel overwhelmed and bogged down by their new responsibilities. Additionally, first-time managers may also have difficulty establishing authority within their teams. Without the proper guidance, they may resort to micromanaging or using punitive measures in an attempt to assert their authority. However, these tactics usually backfire, leading to resentment and low morale among team members. Ultimately, first-time managers often do poorly in their jobs because they are unprepared for the challenges that come with the role.

Janice, a first-time manager at a technology company, lacked self-control, disorganized and unprofessional. She was frequently frustrated with the teams she managed especially when they had questions that she could not answer. She was not as skilled as she had claimed during the interview process. When there were tech challenges, she either feigned like she knew how to solve the issues, blamed others or ignored her team's concerns. She boasted about having leadership skills; however, she had led a student group back in high school. She was not a seasoned professional.  To stay in her role, she promised to improve and assured management that she would do better.  Challenges continue to occur between her and the team members. Unfortunately, many have left and more have been hired under her poor leadership.   

Bob, a seasoned employee in a performance-based team role, lacked professionalism. He was often impatient, insulted fellow workers, and participated in and encouraged unethical behaviors at work.  His actions led to the entire team being punished causing all to come in last in overall team sales. The ripple effect was that most either quit working for the company or were terminated. Bob made excuses for what had occurred with his prior and current teams and used great sales pitches to remain in his position.

Incompetent upper management who chooses to ignore or tolerate patterns of unprofessional behaviors cost companies much time and money. They also do not provide the necessary tools early on to new managers so that inexperienced managers are weeded out from the successful ones.  Leaving both the strong and weak team leaders to fin for themselves.