The Definitive Handbook to Skills Section of Resume

The Definitive Handbook to Skills Section of Resume Just make certain you have captured all your pertinent skills in different sections. Even though it can be useful to understand how to compose a legal resume skills section, you will need to understand how it is able to benefit your resume. The skill section may be the most important section on your resume if you place it together correctly. Your skills section stipulates a window into how much capability youre able to bring to the provider. Hard skills arent skills that are difficult to learn. They are quantifiable and often learned from school or on the job. 3 First, you have to select the best skills for your resume. Hard abilities, also called employability skills or technical abilities, can be quantified by your degree of expertise in the topic or years of experience working with a particular technique or program. The Little-Known Secrets to Skills Section of Resume You might be wondering how to arrange the skills t hat you want to include on your resume. Hard abilities, on the flip side, might be taught and learned on the way. They can be categorized in different ways, depending on your job title. Technical skills are either something youve got or you dont, but theyre always something which youre able to learn. The Birth of Skills Section of Resume It is possible to also have a course via LinkedIn Learning and after that add it to your Skills section. As soon as youve done that, youre prepared to collect your Skills section. A Key Skills section, on the flip side, is listed on top of a resume. Additional the subsequent Sample Resume Computer Skills Section is going to be the useful. The Advantages of Skills Section of Resume There are various sections youre expected to include on the resume youre working on for your job application. You dont need to waste the exact time of the hiring manager going through an extensive collection of skills that arent likely to be helpful to the job. Youve got to tailor your skill sets to match the job needs of the position youre applying for. Carefully reread the work description and choose which skills are completely essential for the job.

Techniques for Resume and Cv Writing Services Tauranga That Only the Experts Know

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The Japanese Customer Service ModelCan We Transplant Its Roots

The Japanese Customer Service ModelCan We Transplant Its Roots Anshinkancustomer reassurance, in the fasson of courteous, comprehensive and caring tafelgeschirris the conspicuous solid trunk of the Japanese tree of widely acclaimed customer service that nonetheless has its critics. But hidden from the understanding of the average Japan tourist, shopper and casual foreign observer are its entangled roots that anchor and nourish the entire framework of a customer service model and practices that is in some, but bedrngnis all ways, second to none.Like Japans iconic cherry blossoms, in some respects equally iconic Japanese customer service (hereafter, JCS) can be described as lovely because customer service here is not only pleasing, but also graceful and delicatein ways that, although revealing, are utterly alien to our norms of professional courtesy, helpfulness and responsibility.Graceful bows, mel lifluous tones, fluid gestures and fleet feet typify in 2014 the saatkorn service I experienced decades ago, conveying the permanence of JCS that has made it as iconic as the evanescence of the blossoms.I say here because, at the time of this writing, I have just arrived in Nagasaki, my springboard into another one of my writers forays abroad, and am stunned to have, in my first encounters, experienced customer and visitor service that is, if at all changed, even more customer-centrici.e., courteous, comprehensive and caringthan the service that was already hard to top decades ago, when I first came to Japan, where I remained for years.Consistently, Nagasaki service employees have greeted me and my queries with treatment that has, so far, easily rivaled the enveloping warm tarmac reception and lavish escort befitting any ballyhooed presidential visit.Special JCS for Foreigners?In case you are inclined to think that this is all special treatment for foreigners, my own experience and the testimony of locals suggest otherwise.Tokyo-born Silicon Valley and Japan-based interpreter Mike Hessling, who has lived in Nagasaki for more than eight years and in Tokyo for much of his youth attests that JCS is uniform, without distinction between Japanese and non-Japanesedespite the pervasive importance of the uchi (inside) and soto (outside) classification of peoples, cultures, etc., or any temptation to impress or pity foreigners.Likewise, Norio Araki, the genial internationalized owner of the Nagasaki Town Hotel, where I am staying, emphatically agrees Even Japanese customers will get exactly the same kind of red-carpet treatment I have gotten in banks, department stores and anywhere customer service is required.Obvious Leaves, Deep RootsThe roots of the salient features of Japanese customer service (hereafter, JCS) are not as obvious as the features themselves.Unfamiliar history, philosophy, social and economic organization constraints and principles conceal or render in comprehensible to the casual observer the dynamics and forms that underlie a customer service model that might require major cultural transformations in another host country or society if it were to take rootincluding some changes, examined below, that would benefit our societies, even setting aside benefits for customers and companies.Before identifying those changes we would have to make in both our customer service models and in the underlying factors required to beistand them, an examination of the leaves and roots of the JCS model is in order.Fleet of Foot Amid Fleeting Cherry BlossomsConsider these common Japanese customer service practices and commonplace experiences and try to imagine them not only taking root in North America, but also becoming the rule (in both senses of ruleviz., the norm and the command), rather than an experimental, quirky, exotic, charming, etc., exceptionA female customer service rep in an electronics megamart fields my query, then trotsnot walksto fi nd someone better qualified to address my needs.Rank-and-file staff, not necessarily frontline customer-service employees, discuss which among them is best informed and available to walk me to where I can find the international card services they cannot provide, before one cheerfully accepts the responsibility, and offers to wait while I complete my ATM transaction, for the sake of anshinkan.Fielding my useless request to find an apartment through their office, a real estate office repon her own initiativeprints off a map and other details of alternative accommodation for me before cheerily bidding this non-client goodbye.Another clerk, volunteering after I chose to find another store, walks me out of her electronics superstore to a rival superstoreeven though its clear I can easily navigate in Japanese and understood her initial directions.Although communication in Japanese is proceeding smoothly, just to be on the safe side, an English-speaking first-stringer is summoned by a bank colleague to ensure perfect service (despite my decade+ experience in Japan that has included teaching philosophy in Japanese in a Japanese college).At the risk of stripping the bloom off the blossom, so to speak, such enchanting benchmark JCS practices need to be contrasted with the flip-side, less endearing ones, such as the kind of robotic rigidity in following the playbook that exasperates agile foreigners vainly looking for even more attentiveness to their needs and wants, in the form of customized service on top of customer service.For example, when I asked for ketchup instead of mayonnaise on my Nagasaki McDonalds chicken burger, I was told by the counter clerk that it would not be possible.I could have the burger without mayonnaise, but would have to use a sealed packet of ketchup as its source, rather than the direct dollop Id get a home if I asked for it.Rules RuleThat reminded me of my encounter many years ago with a public pool attendant in Kobe who, despite my obviousl y totally shaved head insisted I would have to wear a bathing cap, because the rules say they are required.When I told him that wearing latex gloves would make more sense given that there is more hair on my knuckles, he relented, but only so long as no guest complained about the exception.That was a short-lived victory, since, quite conveniently and suspiciously, it took all of about three minutes before he claimed that complain is precisely what someone had done.So I left (because that Japanese swimming cap on my head felt like a compression stocking five sizes too small).So much for the leaves now for the roots, about which I am going to speculate freelyRoots in duties, not rights The extraordinary forms and lengths of JCS seem to map nicely into two key aspects of Japanese culture 1. a long history of feudalism, and services to be obediently rendered to superiors, be they a samurai warrior, yakuza boss, CEO or department store customer 2. a cultural matrix that, in yet another wa y in which Japanese culture is diametrically opposite ours, has traditionally obligations (gimu and giri) rather than rights. Hence, a Japanese service employee is following a cultural as well as corporate blueprint in following the maxim O-kaykusama kamisama desuCustomers are gods.Transplant challenge Feudalism never got much traction on the ground, much less got off it in North America. Thats one reason why Thomas Paines American revolution-era big-hit disquisition was The Rights of Man, rather than The Duties of Man.Americans, and to a seemingly lesser although great extent, Canadians are fiercely protective of and insistent in declaring their rightswhich is a good thing. That focus on rights, however, is not as vigorously balanced by clamoring to fulfill or recognize (their own) obligations, IRS tax notices and debt collector reminders aside.Even if an American employee handbook hammers a strong customer service message into staff mindsets, the historically and culturally entren ched priority given to ones own rights is likely to result in a more transparently opportunistic means-to-an-end compliance with those norms and obligations than in Japan, and therefore to less robust, certainly less extreme and more perfunctory customer service.Perhaps thats why altogether too many North American (and Australian) service workers cannot control or even reflect on how condescending it sounds to respond to a customer thank you with no problem- or no worries-as though it is they, the employees who are kings and gods, deigning to grant absolution for customer impositions.A history of form over content The Japanese preoccupation with formkata, quite often at the expense of or with subordination of content, is a persistent cultural theme that seems to manifest itself in JCS as well as in meticulously structured and executed tea ceremonies, in the formalities of greetings and recognition of rank, and in the prescribed forms for formally required pro forma gift-giving, e.g. , giri chokoobligation chocolates that must be presented to individuals of some rank by those subordinate or beholden to them, e.g., OL (Office Lady) Valentines chocolates that must be given to the boss, or in-laws, etc., with implications as romantic as a mandatory tax filing.The priority of form over content is why Japanese will be content to appear to be working after normal working hours or with the form of a holidayhowever brief, superficial and frenetic the visit captured in meticulously mounted photos in albums.It is also why rent-a-family for the weekend businesses do well in Japan, as solace-for-hire for lonely grandparents, provided by professional actors playing the rolesproviding the formof a family without the real content, for $1,500 or more.Transplant challenge Being a pragmatic whatever works people, Americans and Canadians are highly adaptive, innovative, experimental, creative, unorthodox and agile when circumstances warrant it. Hence, if a gasthof room doesnt have cutlery, we may, in desperation, consider using two pens as chopsticks for our take-out sushiand enjoy one more triumph of function over form.Likewise, being suspicious and averse to the autocratic overtones of rigid formality, weve historically and culturally elevated informality to the position of a keystone in the arch and architecture of democracy.In our individualistic cultural matrix, it comes as no surprise to discover that the IT software whiz who has made you millions did it with his sockless sandals sticking out from under his desk, and would have felt creatively, if not literally suffocated, if forced to dresseven in sweltering heat and on stifling packed subwayslike a Japanese suit-entombed salary man.It is this preoccupation with form that may partially account for both the great strengths and evident weaknesses of JCS Prescriptions and proscriptions governing form explain why the smallest purchase may be meticulously wrapped in multiple layers why forms of greetings a nd farewells are equally meticulously specified, e.g., mandatory honorific language, scooting rather than merely walking to seek further assistance and why customization of service can encounter such stiff resistancenamely, because it requires deviating from prescribed forms and norms.The group mind Perhaps the most important propin both sense of propfor JCS is Japanese groupinessthe tendency to behave, decide, think and aspire in group terms.As a norm, group mindedness in Japan, as everywhere else, is instilled through identification with ones group, its values, standards and rules.To an extent, a JCS employee may be seen as having a vestigial feudal attitudenamely, that of a serf bound and protected by loyalties to a clan, manor or chief.Just as a feudal niche that tended to be for life, traditional lifetime employment in Japan, now less frequent, reinforced such identification and loyalty.Hessling remarked that although the use of keigohonorific languageis disappearing among Japa nese youths, large corporations and other organizations still hammer in the high standards of JCS into their customer service recruits and in-place staff.Transplant challenge Although there are rah-rah Western employees who also closely identify with their company, e.g., Amway distributors who make a cult of it all, such intense groupiness and strong identification seems to be much less likely in ruggedly individualistic, often narcissistic Western societiesespecially in ideologically individualistic America.Perks of Price In a culture in which consumer demand and price often vary directly rather than inversely, i.e., where a low price connotes inferior quality, I can imagine that as an offset to the high prices ambivalently accepted by prestige-oriented shoppers, e.g., those buying gift melons for $100 or more, fawning and superior customer service can serve as both a legitimization and mark of the products prestige and as compensation for the cash costs of the purchases.Transplant challenge Getting anybody to pay $100 for a melon.________Note This is another in a series of articles to be published about Japan and Taiwan while Michael is on the road.

5 Tips for a Successful Phone Interview

5 Tips for a Successful Phone Interview5 Tips for a Successful Phone Interview16Many of the cues and communication that occur during a face-to-face interview are lost during a phone interview, and you are required to rely on the phone interview to carry you through to the next level of hiring. Communicating in non-traditional ways will be an important part of your job if you are looking to telecommute or work for a company that requires communication outside of an office environment. Dont fretThere are some very simple ways to communicate clearly and professionally with a vermgen employer over the phone.5 Tips for a Successful Phone InterviewChoose a quiet space. It cannot be stressed enough that distractions can kill the most perfect interview. You do not want to have anything that makes noise or takes your attention away from the interview. Smartphones and devices can pick up and transmit sounds that you may not even think could be heard, distracting both you and the person intervi ewing you. Never plan to interview when kids are around or sleeping, as they are unpredictable and noisy. Telecommuting requires a quiet space to work, and you need to demonstrate to your potential employer that you have the right area to complete their tasks without distractions.SMILE. It sounds silly to smile when you are not actually happy or laughing about something, but the sound of a smile comes through in your voice. Smiling during a phone interview can not only make you sound excited and happy to be talking about your qualifications, it can also calm your nerves and make you feel better. It can make the difference in how you come across to a potential new anfhrer or company.Stand up. Standing up makes your voice clearer and allows you to take deeper breaths. Standing up while talking during a phone interview can allow you to pace and calm your nerves. Standing up can also convey confidence in your voice and assertiveness about your qualifications and skills.Be prepared. When you are getting ready for your phone interview, have pertinent information at your fingertips. Its a good rule of thumb to have a copy of your resume, information about the company, the job description, and correspondence from the company readily available. If you are asked questions about your cover letter and youve sent out tailored ones to multiple places, you should have the information you sent over ready to discuss. Its also helpful to have something to write with and paper to take notes.Ask questions. Interviews need to take a professional and conversational tone. Participating in the dialog is going to show your interest in the position and give them information about you. You dont want to recite your cover letter or resume in an interview. This is the perfect time for the hiring employer to get to know what your interests are and why you choose to apply for their job.Phone interviews have become an increasingly common way to screen potential applicants for jobs. With more of the workforce out of the office, demonstrating your stellar command of communication over the phone is an important skill to have. Make aya to remember that your personality and candor can make the difference between you and another candidate with similar references. By employing these simple tips, you can impress your abilities and passion about your new career.Readers, what are your tips for a successful phone interview? Leave a comment and let us know

Risk Management Certifications

Risk Management CertificationsRisk Management CertificationsAs the field of risk management grows in importance, so does the weight that certain employers place on formal certifications in the field for potential new hires, as well as for people already in the field who seek to advance. On the other hand, note that many employers still do not require any formal outside certifications for risk management staff. Leading Risk Management Certifications The leading certifications for risk managers in the financial services industry are Financial Risk Manager (FRM)Professional Risk Manager (PRM) Both these exams test knowledge of Financial marketsMathematical models for measuring riskRisk management methodsBusiness ethics The organizations administering the above risk management certification exams are, respectively The multinational Association of Risk Professionals (GARP)The Professional Risk Managers International Association The latter was founded by officials formerly associated w ith GARP. Both exams require 500-600 hours of study. People experienced in the risk management field normally need a few months to study for either exam, but newcomers may require over a year. Roughly half of those taking these tests pass. In 2009, over 23,000 people took the FRM exam, a leap of 69% over 2008. At the start of 2010, the two-part FRM exam had a $1,250 fee and the four-part PRM test cost $500. Some employers that require risk management certification will pay for all or part of their employees exam and test prep fees. Other Risk Management Certifications Various other risk management certifications are targeted towards people in the field who will work in companies outside the financial services industry. Some of these include Certifications from the Society of ActuariesRisk and Insurance Management Society Fellow (RIMS Fellow)Chartered Enterprise Risk AnalystCertified Risk ManagerAssociate in Risk Management Source ?Risk Managers Get Certified, The Wall Street Jo urnal, 4/1/2010.

Lets Get Small

Lets Get SmallLets Get SmallThoughts and notes from the editor-in-chief on how high-profile executives can land reduced-scope jobs as they scale back their emphasis on a 9 to 5.Remember the Lets Get Small routine from comedian Steve Martins first album? The mantra echoed in my head a few times while reading business writer Sean Gallaghers piece on downshifting to reduced-scope jobs.Getting small was a forbidden pleasure for Martin. By contrast, the decision to pursue a job with a smaller salary or title can be a painful one for seasoned executives, whether its in pursuit of a simpler life or driven by economic necessity.In these tight times, employers have their pick of candidates, and it can be a stretch to convince them that youre ready to squeeze into a smaller position.But if you can make it work, the upside can be significant. Many older workers are ready to give up the long-time grind and look for stimulating jobs with flexible schedules as they begin the process toward retirem ent, Susan Reinhard, senior vice president of the AARP Public Policy Institute, told Gallagher.The current downturn presents a real bump in the road, Reinhard added, but, for the future, the findings are a welcome signal that workers 50 and over can really enjoy themselves while remaining productive in a vibrant economy.

How to Answer Interview Questions About Leadership

How to Answer Interview Questions About LeadershipHow to Answer Interview Questions About LeadershipAre you prepared to discuss yur leadership skills in an interview, even when you dont have much work experience? Recruiters of new college graduates will often be looking to hire talent with strongleadership skillsand potential, so dont be surprised if you are asked to show proof of your leadership ability during your interviews. Make sure that you think comprehensively about all your experiences - both inside and outside the classroom and campus - when you prepare for questions such as Describe situations during your college years when you have exhibited your leadership skills. How to Prepare a Response Consider the following four areas of your college life when preparing to answer this type of question AcademicsCampus LifeJobs and InternshipsVolunteering Examples of your leadership ability dont need to be significant accomplishments like being elected class president. Think abo ut situations where you influenced your peers and encouraged action of some sort. From organizing a protest to re-jiggering the storage process for pantry items at the cafe where you work, any instance where your ideas or actions led to change can be meaningful. Examples of the Best Answers Here are some sample answers for the academic setting I was asked by my psychology hochschulprofessor to lead study sessions prior to the final exam.My peers selected me as group leader for a major case review project, and I was able to delegate tasks and motivate group members. We received an A for our presentation. Sample answers to showcase your leadership ability through campus lifemight include the following As the social chair for my sorority, I convinced members to host a special party as a fundraiser for a local food pantry. I organized a committee of sorority members to solicit donations of food and beverages from local merchants and persuaded all sorority members to sell four $50 ti ckets to fellow students. We raised $3600, and the successful event motivated members to place a greater emphasis on the community service component of our sorority.As an RA I noticed that four or five first-year students were struggling with an adjustment to college and isolating themselves. I called a meeting of several juniors and seniors and led a discussion about how we might facilitate their adjustment. We decided to establish a big brother/sister type structure and match up freshmen with an upper-class student who successfully engaged the freshmen and accompanied them to hall gatherings. My advisor suggested that I revive a long-abandoned campus club devoting to celebrating my major, French comparative literature. I set up a monthly newsletter for after in-person meetings with participants, and was also able to secure funding for our group to attend a popular French movie playing off campus. Examples of ways in which you have exerted leadership on the job or in internshipsmig ht include the following My manager at Red Robin selected me to orient and train the new hires and act as shift leader when she was off the premises.The Human Resources Manager at Target asked me to discuss my experience and to help recruit interns for the next summer. Volunteer experiences might also provide the opportunity to demonstrate your leadership skillsand provide answers like As a volunteer at the local rape crisis center, I convinced the director to establish a campus program to create awareness about acquaintance rape. Then I reached out to administrators and student leaders on campus and cultivated their support for a Rape Awareness Day which drew over 200 attendees.At the food shelter where I volunteered in college, I was one of the few regulars from school, and not the town. I worked with the shelters manager to create signage and social media images about the value of volunteer work. I put up the paper signs, and asked the college newspaper and other college social m edia accounts to promote images about volunteering on their Facebook and Instagram accounts. These efforts increased the number of college student volunteers involved with the shelter. More Interview Questions and Answers When you are a college student or recent graduate, its important to relate your college education, extracurricular activities, and experiences to the job for which you are applying. Heres what youll be asked, and how to respond. Also review mora entry level interview questions and sample answers.