Why You Should Work On Your LinkedIn Profile

Why You Should Work On Your LinkedIn Profile Today I had a one hour consultation with an executive on his LinkedIn Profile. This is not my $49 profile critique  (where I record my critique and send you a link to watch) this is a $100 one-on-one, about an hour consultation. (if you buy one of these, please put what you are buying in the description!) There was something I meant to mention to this executive, but I forgot.  Ill share that with you right now. During the consultation, I got a feeling of being overwhelmed with everything that he had to do.  While his Profile was pretty good, there was plenty of room for improvement.  I suggested he do a little here, a little there, but not even attempt to do it all in one day or week.  This was the other thing I was going to tell him: The process of enhancing your Profile will better prepare you for networking conversations and interviews.  It will help you have a better website, resume, and cover letters. Why? Critically thinking through the things he need to go through would take him to a place that he needed to go to have better marketing communication (written, like a resume, and verbal, like an interview or a network meeting).  This process would bring clarity on what parts of your history become the parts you bring out, as your brand. You could wing it, like many people do, but going through this process should benefit you in your future communications. And what you gain from that, I think, is more valuable than the hour we spent on the phone together. Note: I am not opposed to hiring a professional to write your Profile for you.  I do feel strongly that if you go through the process, even perhaps with the professional writer (many times they do it with you, or they give you forms to fill out), youll be better for it. If you want to get better at LinkedIn, you could buy my LinkedIn course for $50, or you could watch two courses I created on Pluralsight for free.  The courses are: LinkedIn Strategy: Optimize Your Profile LinkedIn: Proactive Strategies Heres how you access these courses, for free (and get JibberJobber upgrade credit for every Jason Alba course you watch): Why You Should Work On Your LinkedIn Profile Today I had a one hour consultation with an executive on his LinkedIn Profile. This is not my $49 profile critique  (where I record my critique and send you a link to watch) this is a $100 one-on-one, about an hour consultation. (if you buy one of these, please put what you are buying in the description!) There was something I meant to mention to this executive, but I forgot.  Ill share that with you right now. During the consultation, I got a feeling of being overwhelmed with everything that he had to do.  While his Profile was pretty good, there was plenty of room for improvement.  I suggested he do a little here, a little there, but not even attempt to do it all in one day or week.  This was the other thing I was going to tell him: The process of enhancing your Profile will better prepare you for networking conversations and interviews.  It will help you have a better website, resume, and cover letters. Why? Critically thinking through the things he need to go through would take him to a place that he needed to go to have better marketing communication (written, like a resume, and verbal, like an interview or a network meeting).  This process would bring clarity on what parts of your history become the parts you bring out, as your brand. You could wing it, like many people do, but going through this process should benefit you in your future communications. And what you gain from that, I think, is more valuable than the hour we spent on the phone together. Note: I am not opposed to hiring a professional to write your Profile for you.  I do feel strongly that if you go through the process, even perhaps with the professional writer (many times they do it with you, or they give you forms to fill out), youll be better for it. If you want to get better at LinkedIn, you could buy my LinkedIn course for $50, or you could watch two courses I created on Pluralsight for free.  The courses are: LinkedIn Strategy: Optimize Your Profile LinkedIn: Proactive Strategies Heres how you access these courses, for free (and get JibberJobber upgrade credit for every Jason Alba course you watch):

Gen Y Career Tips So You Want to Get Promoted

Gen Y Career Tips So You Want to Get Promoted In my first four years out of college, I quickly  was promoted  at the very first company that I worked at.   I know you may not love your job and you may not be doing what you always  wanted to do.   But, there a few things you can do to quickly get promoted to that job that you really want!    Some people might advise you to schmooze with the President of your company  or become your boss favorite person,  but I suggest other  more ethical ways.   Here are the five things that if you do, you will see yourself quickly rising the ranks in the corporate world. Become an expert  that your boss couldnt function without.    Even if you dont love your job, do great at it and prove that you can quickly learn and pick up new things.   If you do this, your manager will quickly see that  he or she  needs to give you  something  more exciting and challenging!    Your boss  may also give you that introduction or recommendation to get into the part of the company that you really want to be in. Get to know as many people as possible in your company.   This will  give you a network that you can  ask for help when you need it and it will help you learn more about exactly  what you want to do.   They will be able to make introductions for you in the future. Volunteer.   My company has many extracurricular things you dont get paid for but look good on your assessment.    By volunteering for extra tasks, you go above and beyond and  people will know  that they can count on you.   You will show that you can prioritize and manage many responsibilities. Get there early and stay late, even when you arent asked.   Show your commitment and  importance to your team.   Dont ever leave your teammates if they still have work to do.   Show you are a team player who always wants to help others. Dont complain or quit if things are unfair.   If more  tasks get placed on you without a salary raise, think of it as a great opportunity to show your leadership and task management skills.   This happened to me and it didnt make me happy, but I never once complained about it.   My management noticed my patience  and when the time was right, they promoted me. If you are in a pretty tough job right now, remember this quote, That which doesnt kill us makes us stronger.   Know that you wont be doing this job forever and you are only at a stepping block for that next great opportunity that is about to knock on your door.   Good luck! (photo credit)

Messy Brilliance - A Journey Into Knowing Yourself

Messy Brilliance - A Journey Into Knowing Yourself So, youve spent the last five or ten or twenty years on a quest.   That quest may have been for Success Wealth Educational Achievement. Has your quest brought you to your desired destination?   How much happiness have you gained or sacrificed along the way? Is that destination even what you, the real you, truly want?   As Kelly McNelis says in her new book Your Messy Brilliance, All too often, many of us end up settling for a life that we arent in love with, or even worse, shrinking into joyless roles that dont fulfill us at all Even if youve tried coaches or mentors, counselors or yoga, part of the challenge to knowing yourself is that theres so much noise out there.   Distractions of life in the day, and a million self-proclaimed gurus touting miracle cures at night.   What if you already have all the answers, right there within yourself, to bring yourself to a level of joy   and self-acceptance that youve never known but always pursued? Inspired by Kellys book, here are three ways to start   on a journey towards knowing yourself in ways you probably never have. Curiosity Of all of the unique attributes of humanity, the ability to question is perhaps the most empowering.   Interestingly, we almost always limit our questioning to whats going on out there.   But heres a clue:   you dont live out there.   All of the essence of who you are resides inside the shell of your body.   In some magical combination of your mind, your heart, and what we try to conceptualize as your soul, there is you. When did you last get curious about yourself?   When did you last ask yourself questions that matter, really matter, to you?   You can start on that journey of knowing yourself by asking some of the questions posed by Ms. McNelis: Who am I? What are the many identities Ive accumulated? What are the qualities that make me who I am? And what would it look like for me to embrace all of me? via Self Magazine Awareness We each own a huge library.   Mine is called Linda Allen.   It contains all the versions of me that ever were and ever could be.   It contains all my stories.   Once I am aware of all those stories and versions that are on the shelf, I can begin to examine which ones serve me, and which ones either hold me captive or lead me away from the me I truly want to be, deserve to be.    Kelly frames it this way:   What kinds of stories about me would allow me to be the fullest version of myself, if I choose to dive into them? You might liken it to choosing the role youre about to play in magnificent production.   Of all volumes in your library, you get to choose. Acceptance Close your eyes and take another look at the library of you.   Are all the books orderly, maybe a bit dusty and never off the shelf?   Or are some well-worn while others seem to be beckoning you to open the cover and engage them? Chances are, your library is a bit of a mess.   Some volumes might be stuck in the shelf with bookmarks to remind you that you havent finished that story.   Others might be out of order because theyre favorites, your go-to sources.   All of that messiness is perfectly okay.   And thats the core message of Kelly McNeliss book. Youve also got volumes on the shelf that perhaps arent ones youre proud to share.   But they represent a part of your collection, your history, and they are what makes you, you.    The library of you is just fine.   Its up to you which stories you want to embrace. Your Messy Brilliance As the editor of Ms Career Girl, I receive many requests to review new books.   I try to choose those that sound interesting and of value to the Ms Career Girl readers.   But truth is a few of them are disappointing, and I wonder how they even got published.   Youll never hear about those. The majority turn out to be respectable volumes that provide quality advice and useful guidance.   Then there are a few that are simply standouts.   Kellys Your Messy Brilliance is one of the latter. Tip:   Take one of those gift cards you got for Christmas and get the book.   Im pretty sure itll be one of the ones you keep on your shelf for a long time and return to often. I also had the chance to bounce some questions off Kelly last year, and youll find them in a post here.

You Need to REALLY Start Hiring - What Does That Mean Now

You Need to REALLY Start Hiring - What Does That Mean Now How to ensure your Recruiting Department keeps up Ok. Now that we covered all of the roles involved in recruiting let’s dive into a few scenarios to understand how you might want to build out your team. A great recruiting function isn’t built in a day. It usually evolves over time. So smart companies need to understand where they fall on the spectrum and plan accordingly. SCENARIO ONE: You need to make a couple of hires, not really sure of what or when. What do you need? What can you pay? How challenging of a role is it? For a small company that needs to make one to two hires, there’s no simple solution. Everyone needs to roll up their sleeves and lend a hand. First, understand what you need and what you can afford. For example, looking for a CTO/Software Engineer to build out your app, but dont have any money to pay a competitive salary? Good luck. Not impossible, but be ready to give up a bunch of equity. Be realistic. Hit up your networks. Hop on LinkedIn. Ask your board/investors for help. Get the word out. If youve got more time than money, be ready in some cases to look for three plus months. Have more money and less time?   Consider using a recruiter that specializes in whatever you need to hire. It wont be cheap (think 20 to 30 percent of starting salary), but you can see a bunch of candidates quickly. SCENARIO TWO: You can confidently say you need to hire 10 plus people over the next 6 to 12 months. Same drill, scope out the actual needs, who is going to be involved, how you are going to vet them, and who’s going to find and screen them. Are these roles that are hard to fill (sales or engineers), or will you get a solid flow of candidates through employee referrals and people applying online? The options are to do it yourself (all hands on deck), utilize search firms or potentially hire someone to do HR / Recruiting. If you go the third route, be thoughtful about what you need out of that person. The common route is to hire an HR/Recruiter or Office Support/Recruiter. That can work in the short term, but understand that all of those roles are different. Finding someone that is an expert in HR and Recruiting is nearly impossible. Even if they are, most likely they’ll want to gravitate towards one or the other over time. If the person is great at HR (but doesnt have a lot of recruiting experience), you are most likely going to have to still rely heavily on hiring managers and/or external recruiters to find candidates. If you hire a great recruiter, he or she most likely knows next to nothing about HR (and can open you up to risk around employment law, benefits, and overall compliance). And even if you hire someone, odds are he or she will need external and internal help. SCENARIO THREE: You need to hire 25 plus people over the next 6 to 12 months. Okay, now you really need a plan. At this point, youve got some options, but you need to understand what you want out of your talent acquisition function. Have you hired a bunch of people before? Are you any good at it (be honest)? If not, you need some help defining your hiring process (Strategy). You definitely need someone dedicated to recruiting, whether it’s an internal employee (internal recruiter) or an external consultant. That external consultant can be one person or an outsourced solution. SCENARIO FOUR: You need to hire 50 to 100 plus people over the next 6 to 12 months By now you should know one person cant handle this. You most likely have already started to build out your internal team, and you now have a couple of things to think about Is it working? Is this just a hiring surge, or something that will continue (or grow over the next 18 to 24 months)? If the growth feels like it isnt going to stop, you need to reevaluate your plan. Do you have the right TA/Recruiting leader in place? How is the team structured? What is your budget? You are going to spend a lot (time and money) to build something that works. You may still need to rely on external partners. You can outsource the whole thing if the hiring surge is going to end after a period of time (why build something that will go unused or need to be torn apart in a year) or if you don’t have time to build it right internally. Or you can build a great team. Hiring a Head of Recruiting (salary = 120 to 180k +), appoint one recruiter that specializes in a specific function (sales, tech, etc.) for every 20 to 30 hires you need to make. Augment those recruiters with a sourcer and/or scheduler to let them focus on pure recruiting. If you have a great team, but still need some extra bandwidth short term, consider bringing on a Contract Recruiter, Sourcer, or Coordinator to help you get over the hump (our On-Demand Recruiting offering). With all of that, you still may need to carve out some roles to give to search firms. The war for talent is that competitive. And expensive. Remember, there are no silver bullets or Swiss army knives when it comes to hiring. Recruiting is hard. It has become an arms race. If you aren’t investing significant resources towards your efforts to bring in top talent, your company is going to struggle to keep up. Develop a plan. Hire great people to execute on the plan. And bring in partners to fill in the gaps. About the author:  Matt Massucci is the founder and managing partner of Hirewell, a Chicago-based Recruiting and Talent Acquisition Solutions Provider.

Dream job opportunity Become an official chicken nugget connoisseur

Dream job opportunity Become an official chicken nugget connoisseur Theres just something about nuggets, isnt there? Hot, crispy and incredibly moreish, they are one of the only pure things on this earth right up there with dogs and Kelly Marie Tran. Hell, even the vegan and veggie versions are pretty darn tasty. So it stands to reason that most of us would love a job where we could eat chicken nuggets all day. Unfortunately, such a dream job has not existed. Until now. Be a Chicken Nugget Connoisseur with BM Thats right, discount store chain BM are looking for a Chicken Nugget Connoisseur (their words) to test their new range of frozen foods. The role is based in Merseyside and is, sadly, temporary and applicants will be paid only by way of monthly £25 store vouchers. But hey, should you already  have  a job, this will potentially be a great way to offset your spending by living off free chicken nuggets and frozen food. Think of the money youll save! They wont have just anyone though Frivolous as the role may appear to be, the application page contains a long list of very stringent demands of experience for potential candidates. It seems like BM take their quality control very seriously and they wont let you anywhere near their delicious bounty without the right qualifications. These include, but arent limited to: Getting the 20 share box of nuggets from McDonalds and keeping them all for yourself Being the first in the office kitchen whenever someone says there’s cake That time you tripped and fell at a buffet and saved the plate before yourself Going to an event or party because there is free food You value the importance of a fish finger sandwich in life You can conduct a power point presentation on the reasoning behind curly fries being nicer than chips. I think were all guilty of at least one of these Its seems like a rigorous process and no, you wont be able to pay the rent with chicken nuggets but if this criteria fits your experience, it would be rude not to give it a go. Your love of nuggs might take you further than you think; who could forget Carter Wilkerson, whose quest for free nuggets catapulted him to worldwide Twitter fame overnight? So dont let your dreams be dreams, get to BM ASAP for the hookup. Oh, and if youre looking for something a bit more substantial, the Debut app can (metaphorically speaking) give you the full meal with chips and a drink in the form of hundreds of graduate and internship opportunities. So, you know, go grab that. Connect with Debut on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn for more careers insights.

Good Paying Jobs That Nobody Wants

Good Paying Jobs That Nobody Wants When it comes to finding a job, choosing a career path often reflects a person’s personality and character. This said, a person often basis their choices on professions that are somewhat ‘obvious’ to every job seeker out there.Therefore it is important to establish a range of job choices that sometimes go unnoticed. These jobs are often jobs that are described as ‘Dirty Money’; people don’t want, or don’t think of them as respected, but in actual fact are some of the most lucrative careers in terms of a career path, income and originality. This blog will count down the top 10 good paying jobs that nobody wants. Not only will we do this for the UK, but we will also look at jobs from France and Italy.  The UK10. Crime Scene Cleaner Dirty, smelly, long hours, confined spaces â€" all part of the job as a crime scene cleaner. Doesn’t sound appealing? Well this is why it has made it on to our list of ‘dirty money’ jobs. Crime Scene Cleaners job goes well beyond just cle aning; they are sometimes required to rip up the floor boards and carpets to be able to do their job properly.With great responsibility and strenuous work; the job does come with some advantages, the pay check for one. Crime scene cleaners can make a six figure salary depending on experience and professionalism, an average salary for crime scene cleaners is approximately £30,000 to £40,000. It is a good paying job that many people do not consider taking as a career path.   Truck DriversA job that is often described as ‘shaving around 10 years off your life expectancy’, driving a truck is a career that does not require any college degrees or extensive training.On average, truck drivers can earn around £24,000 per year, but as you become an established driver and gain experience; salary will increase.Although this may not seem like the most exciting job in the world, it earns a decent income for work that is not too difficult.  Oil Rig Worker Long hours, stressful work, strenuo us lifestyle â€" a life as an oil rig worker. Oil rig workers take on huge amounts of responsibility working offshore on oil rigs. Apprentices can earn around £12,000 and £20,000 a year, whereas experienced oil rig workers and depending on your job title, you can earn between £25,000 and £50,000 a year. If you think you could work a 12 hour shift, live away from home for periods of time, have an active lifestyle and are physically fit; then you should look into becoming an oil rig worker.   Courier Delivering packages, messages and mail, a courier is used as a way of transporting important documents and deliveries to companies and people.It is estimated that a courier can earn an average salary of £30,000 a year which seems a major plus to the job! However, not everyone is cut out for this role.   RoustaboutThe role of a Roustabout requires you to work on offshore oil or gas drilling rigs. Roustabout’s usually do unskilled manual labour to help keep the rig and platform worki ng as efficiently as possible.The job is physically demanding; it entails a great deal of hands on and practical work that often requires bending, lifting and other strenuous activity. This job is highly rewarding and is a good paying job.Starting salaries are usually around £18,000 per year and will increase will time, experience and professionalism.    Crop Dusting PilotsTake a different spin of a piloting career, and pick a career in a dangerous aviation career.   A crop dusting pilot has the responsibility for flying planes over crops from very low altitudes. This job requires a great stamina and observational skills for dodging objects obstructing the route (power lines, fence posts etc).A consideration to take in regards to this job is the exposure to chemicals on a daily basis. Hold on to your seat, you would be amazed of how much a crop dusting pilot can earn. A staggering £65,000 per year can be earned for this disregarded career.  Sewage FlushersBecome a ‘Sewage Monkey ’ and earn around £45,000 a year for flushing the sewage systems. This is a highly lucrative job, yet so overlooked by people when looking for a different career.When Leicester Square in London was clogged in 2010, there was approximately 10000 tonnes of putrid fluid that blocked up the sewage works.Although it may seem a least desirable job, it is among the best paid with continuous contracts to ensure maximum working time. London is a lucrative city that carries out works for around 55,000 sewage blockages and therefore work is never ending.  EmbalmersIf you are interested in a career path that you can start from having a high school diploma and training, becoming an embalmer maybe appealing.Earning around £18,000 â€" £28,000 a year, you will work with the deceased, washing and disinfecting bodies, restoring appearance after injury and other general care.This is a job the world will always need but not always wanted, however the job contains a certain level of uniqueness and experience. Despite this job requiring a certain type of person to deal with the deceased, it is a job worth considering if you wish to have a good paying job that is less competitive than others.   PodiatristPodiatry is a lucrative yet somewhat unappealing job that is often overlooked by people when they are choosing a career.You would be dealing with tasks such as ingrown toe nails, bunions, ulcers and many more enthralling toe tasks and other fun-filled feet factors.Average earnings of up to £29,000 per year is the typical starting point for podiatrists and can ultimately increase up to £40,000 with the right experience and specialised training.   Gastroenterologist It is without a doubt that Gastroenterologists are some of the highest paid in the medical profession. An average salary for a Gastroenterologist can expect to earn up to £92,000.Despite the profession being considered as mundane; the earnings are sure to take your fancy. The term refers to the digestive system, de aling with problems from the liver, pancreas, gall bladder etc.ItalyChoosing a career can be a difficult job in itself. Most people have an idea or vision of where they see themselves working. However, not every job is wanted and not every person is cut out for certain jobs.These dirty money jobs in Italy are classed as unappealing and somewhat undesirable. However, such jobs hold a lucrative status in regards to occupations and we are about to give you the load down on what jobs nobody wants in Italy. GastroenterologistThe job of a Gastroenterologist is a job that nobody wants but pays surprisingly well. The role of the job deals with a branch of medicine that focuses particularly on the digestive system they deal with disorders and cancers and any other abnormality involving the bowel, colon, stomach etc. Although this ‘dirty money’ job is undesirable for most, you may reconsider when you find out how much they earn. On average, Gastroenterologists in Italy make around 5000 eu ros a month! That’s 60,000 euros a year! Its a good paying job and is highly lucrative in terms of career opportunities and progression.   Accountants and Financing No matter what country you are in; accountancy and finance are always described as “boring”. This job is often overlooked due to it being somewhat undesirable. However, what many people fail to realise is that accountancy is an occupation that guarantees a solid and desirable income. Accountancy jobs in Italy see average earnings of over 3,000 euros a month. This lucrative income makes up for its boring connotations, surely?If you are good with numbers, well organised and are generally good with your finances, then maybe you should carefully consider this as a job you may be interested in.  Commissioned Salespeople‘Why would I work somewhere where I am not guaranteed an income?’ Good question. But the fact of the matter is commissioned salespeople are some of the most lucrative earners. People who are confident , persuasive and have a general interest in other people, then this job may be right up your street. Depending on what type of industry you work for, whether that is a bank or car dealership, there is no cap of how much you can earn, therefore the more hard work you put in, the more your will be rewarded.   RoughnecksItaly is one of the easiest places to get a job as a roughneck. The job is extremely demanding and involves tremendous amounts of physical labour. In Italy, some oil rigs do not require any experience or background in field, you will be taught from the beginning. It is not the cleanest or fanciest of jobs but it can lead to a lucrative career as an oil rig worker. Depending on  your experience and position will depend on the type of salary you can expect to earn. But average earnings is between 150 and 400 euros a day!   Sewage inspectorDark, dirty, disgusting â€" all words that most people would probably associate with sewages. Sewage inspectors play an important role in our society. They keep our streets clean by maintaining our sewage systems and assure they are working. A dirty job, but someone has to do it! Sewage inspectors can expect to work in damp, dark, confined spaces occupied with rats, cockroaches, and never ending human refuse.An advantage of becoming a sewage inspector is the money! Sewage inspectors can earn between 20,000 and 60,000 euros a year depending on their levels of experience and professionalism.   Pizza Maker Enjoy pizza? How about making it a career? Whilst Italians are sometimes too proud for such a job like this one. If you are not reluctant or too proud to get your hands dirty on this job, then this may be the job for you! An added bonus, you’ll definitely have your lunch sorted! An average salary can be earned making and cooking pizzas, with an estimated 15000 euros a year.   Toll CollectorMost of the motorways or freeways in Italy are toll roads. Therefore someone has to be the person that sits in that small and confined booth and take money from people coming in and out of the city. Toll booth collectors the pay for toll booth is reasonably good. They receive great benefits and extra over time which can sometimes double their pay check. They can earn around 20,000 to 45,000 euros a year depending on where the toll booth is, how busy it gets and your experience.   Truck Driver Sitting for hours and driving around the country sound appealing to you? Probably not. Truck drivers is considered a ‘dirty’ job which is often referred to as a masculine job. Sleep deprivation, long journeys, eating lots of junk food, the job role does not sound all that glamorous. However, on average truck drivers in Italy can make around 2500 euros a month for driving around, slightly above average in terms of monthly wage. Although this may be a slightly higher than average wage, it is a good paying job nonetheless, and so it is worth considering if you fancy a career change.   MechanicThe role of a mechanic â €" fixing engine, getting hands on with technical and mechanical equipment. This job is proper hands on and requires a great deal of physical activity. Anything from fixing motorbikes, bicycles, cars, boilers and other mechanical equipment, the job requires some knowledge and understanding of how mechanical and technical equipment operates.The average earnings of mechanics in Italy can expect to earn around 16000 euros a year. This is the lowest average; some mechanics earn a great deal more than this and can earn around 40,000 euros. Not a bad wage for a dirty money job!  Garbage Collectors Garbage collectors deal with our daily trash. It’s not the most glamorous of jobs and is need of a hard worker. Although this job is not tailored to everyone, the salary is rather reasonable.Garbage collectors require great communication skills, motivation, quick-responses and able to multi-task. If this is something you feel you could do, give it a try!  FranceChoosing a career can often be a long-winded process. With everyone applying for the same jobs it means everyone is competing for the same thing. Thus, this article will demonstrate a variety of jobs that are often described as ‘rundown’ or ‘dirty money’ jobs.However, these jobs are some of the most lucrative jobs that nobody stops to think about. Take a look, and see if you are cut out for any of the following which may not seem attractive, but has some great advantages: Plumbers The occupation of a plumber is seen as undesirable for a lot of people. However, what they fail to realise is that the potential income for this job is quite lucrative. Average earnings in France see plumbers earning around 18000 euros each year. Although this doesn’t seem like a great deal, with great experience comes great income.The more you put into the job, the more you will be rewarded. Typical plumber duties include fitting, servicing and repairing water pipes and heating systems. This type of job usually allows people t o train on the job and from there, you can work your way up.   Grape PickersGrape pickers is a job that not many will consider when choosing a career path. This tiring position is physically strenuous and exhausting. As the job title suggests, picking grapes isn’t all that plain sailing. You will be requires you to pick and process the grapes ready to make into wine. You can expect to earn around 50 euros a day, which can be considerably more depending on the specific job role and place where you work.   Window Washers The job of a window washer â€" not very glamorous and often overlooked. You will mix chemicals and detergents, use ladders for high windows and clean and dry windows to a high standard. An average of 20,000 euros a year can be made from washing windows, so it is a career worth looking into, if you want a reasonable income. Of course, the income can increase depending on your services and experience that you provide. Not many people want to become a window washer, an d so the job is not in demand as opposed to some of the more obvious choices in regards to careers.  ConstructionConstruction has become a popular job for a lot of people, in particular for men. Their job is on a site which is being built, whether it be homes, offices, bridges or anything. It is a trade that requires great physical activity, hard work and possible long hours in heated conditions.The job is considered ‘dirty money’ because of its very hands on approach. However, what many people fail to realise that construction workers earn a decent wage. Construction workers in France can earn around 28-35,000 euros a month! Construction workers are always going to be needed because of the demands of the population, and therefore it a good paying job which increases as you gain more experience.   Waiter France is home to some of the finest bars and restaurants in the world. French cuisine is just one of the highlights of visiting the beautiful country. Waiters are often overloo ked and described as a job that is undesirable to most.Waiters in France can work in some of the most prestigious bars and restaurants and are paid on average 1,495 euros a month. Not only do they receive their wages, but they also have great potential for earning extra money in tips.  FarmingFarming is one of France’s most important industries. From cereal crops, to beef, pork and poultry to fruit and vegetables, farmers offer a service that is required by everyone.There are many small farms in France that still use traditional techniques and bio-farms. Income can fluctuate depending on the type of produce that is sold, the size of operation and the success of their wholesale and harvest prices. The average income for French farmers is around  20,100 euros, but it solely depends on the type of farming you do.     BakersWhilst bakers are not deemed as a desirable job, it can lead to great money. France is home to some of the greatest bakeries. From small businesses to professional and prestigious place, bakers ensure that their baguettes, croissants and other bake goods live up to expectations of French cuisine.Some bakers who run their own business can net 3,000 â€" 4,000 euros a month. Building your own business can be difficult and some people do not have the will power, but if you have the passion and ambition for all things bakery, then this job may suit you well.   SommeliersA sommelier’s job is to provide great knowledge and show experience about different wines. They might be hired by a restaurant to put together a wine list that is suited to the food that they are serving. Sommeliers’ can show customers how to open the bottle of wine and properly sample and taste it. Whilst many people could consider themselves as wine experts, this job requires you to complete a course in Viticulture in order to become a professional sommelier. Salaries depend on your situation. Some sommeliers may work on independent contracts, whilst others may get hired full or part time by restaurants. An average salary for someone starting out on 22,000 euros each year, but more experienced sommelier’s can expect to earn up to 100,000 euros. If you believe you have the knowledge and passion for wine, this job may be perfectly suitable for you.   Garbage Collectors Garbage collectors have to deal with our trash day in and day out. It’s not the most glamorous of jobs and therefore makes in on to our list of ‘dirty money’. Although this job is not tailored to everyone, the salary is rather reasonable. On average, garbage collectors can earn around 18,000 euros in France, which is about average.Garbage collectors require great communication skills, motivation, quick-responses and able to multi-task. If this is something you feel you could do, give it a try!  Dairy farmers Dairy farming is an agricultural process of producing milk and sell for dairy products. If you think getting mucky, milking lots and lots of cows seems relatively okay with you, then why not check out dairy farming jobs. Dairy farming is France’s second largest agri-food business, after meat, and these jobs are hardly competitive and gives you a better chance of getting the job!   Don’t be surprised, but dairy farmers in France can earn around 18,000 to 30,000 euros a year, depending on the size of the business and the amount of business you are able to sale! Not bad for someone who can spend the majority of time outdoors and with animals! This is a job that requires a certain type of person who is committed and focused on producing great results. Whilst the start off income may not be great, experienced dairy farmers are considered to make good money. This entry was posted in Career Advice. Bookmark the permalink. Katie Noakes Prison Officer 2015 Role Play QuestionsThe Parents Guide to Year 6 SATS 17 thoughts on “Good Paying Jobs That Nobody Wants” KimberlyAccess says:You forgot to mention Access Platform operators! September 16, 2016 at 10:22 am Reply prasand ragoomundnun says:im from Mauritius Island 45 yrs old and interested in these jobs ,can anyone help me to get any of these jobs no matter in which country, due to i speak english/french/italian. thanks May 7, 2018 at 4:53 pm Reply Katie Noakes says:Hello,Thank you for your message. Do you have a particular career in mind? I can provide you information on a specific job if you let me know what information you would like.Thank you, Katie May 8, 2018 at 1:27 pm Reply sanjai says:ive got a job offer in redditch about pizza making October 8, 2018 at 2:44 pm Reply steven clark says:How can I get a job in off shore oil rigs May 15, 2018 at 10:56 pm Reply Chris says:How do I find out about some of these jobs as I’m recently unemployed and looking for a new direction? I’m 43 and live in Northern Ireland but would consider moving for the job too. May 18, 2018 at 11:16 pm Reply Joshua Brown says:Hi Chris,Thank you for your comment. What job or jobs intere st you specifically? I’ll be able to provide you with more information once I know. We have some great training resources to help you get these jobs.Many thanks,Joshua June 29, 2018 at 10:38 am Reply Amar Biswas says:Hi Joshua, I’m in indian, looking for job as sewage flusher in UK or any other country. Kindly let know if you can help. Reply to biswasamar1979@gmail.com August 26, 2018 at 10:51 am Reply Jacob Senior says:Hi Amar,There’s plenty of recruitment websites which you can search on to find jobs in the UK. For sewage work, we would suggest searching on a few listings websites to find some roles, then tailor your application and CV to meet their requirements. Good luck in your search!Kind regards, The How2Become Team. August 29, 2018 at 12:17 pm Reply phil says:Worked in construction as a labourer for 14 years looking for a better job as a sewage flusher. Who can recruit me on this and training i can apply. I am 59 years age. extabi101010@gmail.com December 23, 2018 at 2:53 pm Reply Jacob Senior says:Hi Phil,Thanks for your comment. Many water companies, such as Thames Water, recruit sewage flushers to help maintain their sewage systems. You can find out more at: https://www.thameswater.co.uk/help-and-advice/drains-and-sewers/blockages/meet-our-sewer-flushers. January 2, 2019 at 11:44 am Reply Jessie maccaw says:Would like to get a job in the sewers how can I train in this department. July 13, 2018 at 10:49 am Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Jessie,Where abouts are you based? We’re happy to find you some useful links!Sincerely,The How2Become Team July 17, 2018 at 3:22 pm Reply Pete van Jaarsveld says:I’m an 62 year old with wealth of experience in education, project management, construction and maintenance. I’m in perfect health and still manage my own building and renovation business in South Africa. I’m looking for a new opportunity as because of economic and other factors the smaller construction work in SA has come to a virtual standstill. I want and need to work as I’m one of those people who must be busy all the time. I love to work with people and will consider any offers from anywhere with an open mind. My cv can be send to anybody interested within minutes. August 13, 2018 at 9:58 am Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Pete,It’s great to hear that you are in such good health, but I’m sorry that your business isn’t going so well. We really hope you find a job soon! If you need any CV tips, be sure to check out our resource.Sincerely,The How2Become Team. August 29, 2018 at 9:18 am Reply Adrián says:Hi! Do you have any contacts or information about the crime scene cleaning job? I’ve got experience in the cleaning area and I’m in Amsterdam. Thank you! June 23, 2019 at 12:11 pm Reply Jacob Senior says:Hi Adrián,Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer any products for crime scene cleaning roles.Kind regards, The How2Become Team. June 25, 2019 at 3:17 pm Reply

The Basics on How to Write a Resume For a New to Writing Career

The Basics on How to Write a Resume For a New to Writing CareerWhy should you be proud of your resume if you are a new to writing? You can be too ashamed of your own skills and knowledge, if you have no idea how to format a resume for the first time. A resume is like an invitation for the hiring manager to get to know you better, so that he/she can make a decision about whether to hire you or not. If you do not know how to format a resume, then you need to read this article carefully.Before writing your first draft, take out all the information that is irrelevant and delete it from your old resume. Your employer will see this information as irrelevant and therefore not interesting to him/her.Also remove any information that does not pertain to you, or does not belong to you at all. For example, if you have more than one degree from the same university, and you did not mention it, do not leave it in your resume. They will think that you have made up your mind that they are all BS.Befo re you write your first draft, get a professional resume writer. If you do not have one, you can search for a good one online. You can also hire someone who can help you write your resume for free.Since you are new to writing a resume, a professional career counselor may be able to help you learn to write a resume for the first time. The counselor can help you by giving you tips and ideas on how to format a resume to match your professional career.Once you write your first draft of a resume, do not rewrite your resume and send it to a number of companies. This can cause you trouble later on when you need to sell your resume. The reason for this is because the resume is already ready for an interview with your potential employer, so you do not need to sell it.Another good advice is that you have to keep your resume easy to read. You can use bullet points, headers, and bulleted lists to improve the readability of your resume. A good resume format has a certain flow to it, so that your reader is able to get through the resume easily.Remember that your resume should speak for itself. Most employers read the resume instead of just reading the qualifications of the candidate. Make sure that your resume will speak for itself, so that your resume will be read by the hiring manager instead of just reading your qualifications.