Six times saying sorry at work is a bad idea

Six times saying sorry at work is a bad idea by Amber Rolfe Always apologising at work? Stop being ‘sorry not sorry’… Although saying sorry is undoubtedly essential in some situations, it’s a phrase that can be prone to overuse â€" especially if you’re guilty of saying it for all the wrong reasons. And it isn’t just a lack of sincerity that could give you grounds to skip the apologies.To help you understand when you should (and shouldn’t) say it, here are six times saying sorry at work is a bad idea:1. When you’re not really sorry Let’s face it, you’re not always going to mean it when you say sorry.Aside from actually being something we say to genuinely apologise â€" it can also be used in the hope that it’ll make a problem go away, or to get your boss off your back. But hey, they don’t know that, right? Wrong.In other words, if your apology is insincere â€" your boss is going to be able to tell.And what happened to the boy who cried wolf sorry? Everyone stopped believing him â€" even in situatio ns when an apology was genuine. So not only does it affect your credibility, constant overuse could also lessen the effect it has going forward.So, to make sure you’re not sabotaging the sincerity of every future apology, only ever say sorry when you actually mean it.2. When you don’t have anything to be sorry for The word sorry is often a product of habit.But whether you use it as a filler, you’re apologising for someone else’s mistake, or you just want to make what you’re saying seem more polite, it shouldn’t be an uninvited guest that shows up in every conversation.So before you say sorry without thinking â€" ask yourself; do I have anything to be sorry for?For example, you don’t need to say sorry for going to the bathroom, but you do need to say sorry for spilling your coffee on your colleague’s lap.In situations where an apology isn’t actually warranted, simply replace it with an equally polite but more fitting word or phrase (like ‘excuse me’). That way, you’re not going to risk sounding uncertain and/or apologetic about what you’re about to do.3. When you’re pointing out an invisible problem AKA the pre-emptive apology â€" commonly said before anything has happened, often by excessive worriers.For example, perhaps you’re just about to start a presentation. You didn’t have much time to work on it so you’re worried the quality isn’t great â€" so before beginning you apologise to your colleagues, hoping they’ll ‘bear with you’.This could two possible reactions; you’ll either come across as if you need reassurance (as you’re not confident in your ability) or you’ll simply set yourself up for failure by planting a seed a doubt in their minds.And let’s face it, if you say nothing at all â€" the chances of anyone even noticing any mistakes or slip ups are likely to be reduced.4. When you need help Asking for help is an inevitable part of work, especially if you’re new to a job.So why should you say sorry if y ou need it?As long as you ask your manager or colleague in a polite and friendly manner (allowing them to decide whether they’ve got the time to spare), there’s no reason your request warrants an apology.However, if you find that the task has taken longer than you thought, or it ended up being more complex than you realised â€" saying sorry might be the most polite thing to do. Just do your best to gauge the situation, ensuring you don’t take their help for granted.Remember: you’re shouldn’t need to apologise for reaching out for help. Especially when it’s likely to make you better at your job.5. When you know you’re doing the right thing A sudden lack of confidence can often bring on unnecessary ‘sorries’.Whether you feel the need to apologise for sharing your (opposing) opinion in a meeting, or you’re in charge of making a business decision that isn’t necessarily everyone’s number one choice â€" you shouldn’t need to say sorry for your professional belief s.In fact, the best business people are likely to avoid backing down in situations like these.Saying sorry for having an opinion (or changing it based on others), will only reduce the level of authority you hold â€" and cause people to doubt your opinions in the future. And, phrases like ‘sorry but I don’t agree’ also have a defensive tone which you’re better off avoiding.So learn to speak confidently at work, and you might be surprised at the positive reaction you get.6. When you take a day offTaking time off work can often induce unnecessary guilt.And what follows unnecessary guilt? Usually, an unnecessary apology, whether it’s for leaving your boss short-staffed, delaying a deadline, missing a meeting, or whatever else.But no matter what your reason for taking a day off is (from holiday to sickness) â€" you shouldn’t have to say sorry. In fact, you’re entitled to both holiday and sick days, so there’s no need to feel bad about taking them.The same goes for attempt ing to do work whilst you’re away. Especially if your absence is down to illness.And if your employer expects an apology? Maybe it’s time to find a new job…Still searching for your perfect position? 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The MyPerfectResume Resume Builder

The MyPerfectResume Resume BuilderMyPerfectResume is the perfect online resume builder. It allows you to create a customized resume that showcases your strengths and skills, as well as show your achievements that match your ability. This has helped me get the results I want for my resume - I have a job in a well-known company right now.The interface of MyPerfectResume is very simple. You will see a toolbar on the right side, with a design that is very similar to Microsoft Word. There are many fields to fill out, such as field of specialization, educational qualifications, the purpose of your training, and much more. This is designed to help make creating a professional resume easier than ever.The toolbar will allow you to manage your skills, work experience, and educational qualifications. If you select the appropriate information, your resume will be designed and formatted in a way that makes it easy to read and understand. Your resume will also come with check boxes to complete if they are applicable.Once you've selected the information you wish to include, it will be turned into a resume. You can customize the layout, font, and color of the resume by setting specific options. Everything is fully customizable.The format that you create is also customizable. The resume includes a toolbar that will help you change the type of formatting that is displayed on your resume. It includes the options to keep resume on one page, separate resumes, and multi-page resume.While creating your resume, MyPerfectResume also includes an automated program that will generate it for you. It is very easy to use. Simply input your information, and then it will be automatically formatted to make it fit the specifications of the employer. It also includes a template feature that makes it easy to customize your resume.The program will automatically generate a resume based on the criteria you have set. It will also be sent directly to the employer, which means that you won't have to tak e the time to create your own resume. All of the settings are automated so that you don't have to worry about anything else.MyPerfectResume is the perfect online resume builder because it is very easy to use and free to use. If you're looking for a tool that helps you get the results you want, this is it. It will give you the results you want without costing you any money.

Why are MMORPGs not included in eSports

Why are MMORPGs not included in eSports The eSports are the official circuit of tournaments and organized competitions that take place in some multiplayer videogame and where only professionals can participate. In these competitions professional players (called Pro Gamers) compete with each other in order to demonstrate that their skills, reflexes and stamina are superior to that of their competitors, this is also accompanied by the desire to win prestige and great monetary rewards. As in conventional sports, eSports involve highly trained players or teams, with the main difference that they compete through a videogame. Normally in the eSports are present online multiplayer games that have high popularity and great competitive aspects, these videogames usually have a gameplay where the teams of players fight against each other online in closed arenas. The eSports started in an authentic way in the beginning of the year 2000 with the Starcaft videogame, and since then, the strategy games in real time were the most common in the eSports, but since the year 2010 the videogames of the genre MOBA (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena), and the first person shooting games (FPS) are the most outstanding and played of the eSports nowadays. Despite this, in almost all videogames that have great competitive skills you can find spectators and a professional environment dedicated to these games. So nowadays any competitive videogame genre can be suitable for eSports, the important thing is that their games are entertaining and exciting for the viewer. The eSports have managed to revolutionize the videogame industry and have managed to be one of the major trends in the current Gaming topic, and according to various studies, the eSports have approximately 400 million viewers per year, and also manage to generate more than 500 million dollars annually through media rights, tickets, advertising and sponsorships. With all this clear, it is quite obvious that eSports are very important in the economic development of videogames, but there is an important genre that eSports have tried to avoid almost completely, these are the MMORPG games. The games of this genre are multiplayer and competitive, so in theory, MMORPG seems to fit perfectly with eSports. So why arent these MMORPGs accepted in eSports? The reason for this is quite logical and has a good explanation. The limitations of MMORPG with viewers For context, World of Warcraft, the worlds most popular MMORPG, should be mentioned. In 2007 WoW got a Player vs. Player mode because Blizzard realized the potential of tournaments to attract new crowds. For a while WoW was one of the games present in eSports and became very popular among spectators and competitors, but this didnt last long. In 2010, Major League Gaming, the highest authority in eSports tournaments, removed World of Warcraft from its list of games; this was due to the problematic system that this game had to watch the games as a spectator. Although WoW is the most popular MMORPG of all, it can be seen on platforms like Twitch that the number of spectators that can reach the WoW games, cant compare to the millions of viewers of MOBA videogames (such as League of Legends), and Battle Royale (such as Fortnite). It should be noted that WoW has never managed to be in the Top 10 of the most viewed games of Twitch, nor any other MMORPG. WoWs most popular Streamers claim that the main reason for this is that people dont watch World of Warcraft because theyre interested in games, what they really want is to see how high level players play, so they can improve their own game. The element Player vs. Player Its important to keep in mind that MMORPG are videogames whose gameplay is usually slow and its basic premise is not something very exciting for spectators, and eSports are based on games that spectators enjoy watching, if thats not achieved, then the game is not compatible. The games based on a battle Player vs. Player are the most attractive for the spectators. But MMORPGs arent normally developed with the competitive mode in mind and focus more on exploration, missions and other more cooperative activities. The real essence of MMORPGs is player battles against computer-controlled enemies, or against the game itself. This aspect represents a problem for MMORPGs wishing to position themselves in the world of eSports. For MMORPG developer companies know that this genre depends a lot on its content and incorporating new things for players to explore is important to keep their community happy and lively, because of this, developers avoid focusing on other elements such as the Player vs. Player. Character development in MMORPGs Another important disadvantage that avoids the appearance of MMORPG games in the eSports is everything related to the items, the equipment and the progression of the characters in this type of games. Gathering items and experience to improve the skills and attributes of a character is the basic element of all RPG, but being superior to other players just for having a certain item does not work in sports. The eSports are based more on defeating opponents through good strategies, reflexes and skills, not by possessing a better weapon. To all this must be added that the level of the characters gives much advantage to the players, because the more you have, the more skills are acquired. Thanks to this aspect, veteran players have an immense advantage over any newcomer, and as a result, prevent the game from getting any competitive community that is growing. Many MMORPG players also buy the currencies of these games through real money, for example: There are a lot of websites where players can buy World of Warcraft Gold, and every player of this game knows the great importance of having large amounts of WoW Gold in the coexistence of this game. On the other hand, it is also not possible to limit the players with the option to choose a character in which they have invested time and even money, and then restore their characteristics every time they play a game Player vs. Player. This works in MOBA, where each character has predetermined capabilities, but not in an MMORPG where players create their own custom characters from scratch. In short, eSports have completely revolutionized videogame competitions, and the MMORPG genre has managed to transcend as one of the most emblematic in the history of videogames, but thanks to the totally distant characteristics that each has, compatibility between them is extremely difficult to achieve.

How to Use YouTube for Recruiting

How to Use YouTube for Recruiting We’re increasingly inventive in the way that we source top candidates. Social media has become a key part of the puzzle for any great sourcer, but the majority of us stick to Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. We forget the large number of other social networks, currently untapped by recruiters. Youtube is a social channel that recruiters pay little attention to, but maybe it’s time to change that Ever thought about using YouTube for recruitment? YouTube is hardly a secret, as of 2014 the site had over 1 billion users who watch hundreds of millions of hours of content each day â€" a huge and highly engaged audience.  This huge user base doesn’t just spectate, every minute roughly 100 hours of video content is uploaded to the site! YouTube is also the 2nd largest search engine in the world after Google (which owns YouTube). YouTube is massive, but there is still plenty of scope for recruiters to improve the way they use the network to attract and engage top talent. What is YouTube? We’ll keep this brief, internet giant YouTube has been around for a while now, (‘to YouTube’ has been added to the dictionary as a verb!)  YouTube is a video sharing site which allows billions of people to discover and watch originally-created videos. It’s a global forum for people to connect and inform others, and acts as a great distribution platform for content creators and advertisers, and it’s been a launching platform for many aspiring stars â€" Justin Bieber for one! If you want help getting started, here’s a little video (from YouTube) on how to set up a new account and channel for your business: How should you use it? YouTube’s video format and enormous user base lends itself to a few specific recruitment tactics. 1. Sourcing Successful sourcing relies on your ability to find candidates in places where no one else is looking. One of the best ways to do this on Youtube is by creating a “sourcing honeypot”.  This is a video that you know will appeal to your target candidate audience and is designed to draw them into your Youtube channel so you can engage them further with additional content. Youtube will even let you add links to your application process to the video itself this makes it easy for someone to take the next step while your company is fresh in their mind. 2. Broadcasting company culture It’s so important that new hires are a great cultural fit. This is one of the big tasks that recruiters face when evaluating applicants, but broadcasting your company values on your YouTube channel gives candidates an opportunity to self select and work out whether they’re a good fit. Shoe retailing giant Zappos, renowned as having one of the strongest and most alternative company cultures around (they refer to executives as monkeys), consistently uses YouTube to show off all the extra stuff that makes it such a great place to work. Candidates don’t want to see standard day-to-day office activities, they want to see the things that make your working culture stand out. This video of Zappos surprising and thanking one of their long-serving delivery men is a great example of a brand differentiating itself on YouTube: 3. Employee testimonials Candidates don’t want to read swathes of text on your careers site on how great your company is, they want to see and engage with people that they might actually be working with. Employee testimonials, if they’re done well, are a fantastic way to help people understand what life is really like at your company. An applicant for your marketing team gets far more value out of a 2 minute video interview of a junior marketer than your website ‘About Us’ page. These videos need to be on your careers site, but they should also be hosted on your company’s YouTube channel â€" easily accessible for anyone looking for more information on your brand. 4. Creative hiring campaigns The very best candidates can be tricky to unearth, so many top recruiters are turning to more unconventional methods of recruitment, often using YouTube videos (that they hope will go viral).  Videos are 5.33x as engaging as text, they’re great for attracting the attention of top candidates that might not have given your company a second glance. Maybe you’re thinking that these tactics are more of a startup game. You’d be wrong. Take a look at this video that Barclays made recently to help with its graduate recruitment. Summary YouTube has to be part of your company’s recruitment strategy. The main value lies in the attraction part of the recruitment process. Producing great visual content is a great way to get potential applicants interested. Try firing up a company account and getting started today!

Writing a Resume For Entry Level Position

Writing a Resume For Entry Level PositionThere are two main questions you should ask yourself when writing a resume for entry level position. The first is how much experience do you have? Is your resume going to show that you have been in this position before?So which skills should you put on your resume? You need to know that the entry-level position you are applying for will have some type of skill requirement. As a former university employee I needed to know what kind of skills I was looking for when I filled out my job application. Although it may be difficult at first, having to think about the skills on your resume will help you in the long run.I had been researching resumes before I started writing mine. It was important to find a resume writing service who would get back to me within 24 hours after my application. And I want a writing service that could help me in the way of first impressions, because I did not want to look as if I was not serious about the position. This is especially true if I am applying for an entry level position where there is no higher level qualification.So what should I put on my resume for entry level position? First, I have two examples of positions where I had worked. One was in the supermarket where I received direct sales training, and the other was a store manager where I helped teach sales training and sales management. Knowing what to put on my resume for entry level position will help me when filling out my application.When I send my resume to them, they usually prepare my cover letter, which is almost always a necessity. I usually also have to add a resume objective or a skill profile. The latter is a list of skills that I believe I possess that will help me fit in with the store.Writing a resume for entry level position can seem hard at first, but once you start writing you will start to understand that it can be easy. The time spent when writing your resume should include research, thinking about your strengths and weaknesses, and writing your skill descriptions. Some people find it easier to write a resume by themselves, but this should not be your option.Since I do not have much experience when it comes to writing a resume, I decided to hire someone to write my resume for me. I have had wonderful experiences with them and have had other job applicants e-mail them and offer their resumes. I found out that there are companies out there that are more than willing to take on someone with little or no experience, and in fact, I believe they offer the job to people with less than the minimum requirements.Resume writing for entry level positions is no different than any other job. However, for those of us with very little experience or with little job experience at all, it is nice to know that we can find a company out there that will help us.

Dealing with Job Loss - CareerAlley

Dealing with Job Loss - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. Job loss is not easy to deal with. Whether you knew it was going to happen or you were surprised. My post I Lost My Job, Now What covers the stages (which are similar to losing a loved one) as well as what to do first. And while somewhat of a cliche, it is very much like falling off of a horse. Once youve get past the pain, its time to get back in the saddle. One more cliche, but there is truth to it when you are out of work, looking for a new job is your job. It is very easy to do the 100 other things there are to do rather than looking for a job, but you must focus your efforts on the future. In a slightly different order than my post referenced at the beginning of this paragraph, some links to Next Steps. Suggested Reading:Healing After Job Loss: 100 Practical Ideas (Healing Your Grieving Heart series) Make a Plan: Planning for Your Job Search Lesson 1 Once youve got a great resume you need to have a job search plan. Writing a Career Action Plan Another great article from About.com with additional links at the bottom of the page. A great book from David Allen Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity. Worth a read to help you focus getting things done in your life and job search. Positive Attitude: Check Your Job Search Attitude You need to keep a positive attitude (yeah, it sucks to be out of work) it will get you to your goal more quickly. Read about what may be keeping you from getting the job. Your Attitude is Key to Your Job Search A great article from mashable.com and worth a read if you are out of work. Most have heard of this book and it is definitely worth a read. Not only is it a great resource when you are out of work, but can help in your overall life as well. The Power of Positive Thinking. Resumes You should keep your resume up to date. If you are not looking for a job, you should still review and update your resume every 6 months or so. If you dont already have a resume, now is the time to create one. If you do have one, time to update. 5 Steps to a Great Resume Gathering Your Information This is lesson 1 of CareerAlleys free resume writing lesson series (of a 5 lesson series). Start with lesson 1, follow the instructions through lesson 5 and you should have a great resume. Resume Examples Sometimes its easier to see a format and work from there than to start from scratch. These examples are from resume-resource.com Knock em Dead Resumes: How to Write a Killer Resume That Gets You Job Interviews Another good resource for resumes with lots of great tips. There is a step by step guide for writing resumes as well as additional information on getting interviews. Once you get the offer, there is a good section on negotiating the best offer. The book includes strategies that have been proven to work over time. Cover Letters: Dont let anyone tell you that you dont need a cover letter. If you are sending a resume in response to an ad (online or otherwise) you definitely need a cover letter. Take a look at CareerAlleys Insiders Guide to Writing a Cover Letter. No how to article would be complete if there was not at least one reference to advice from About.com. Cover Letter Samples for Resumes from About.com has a few good cover letters to help you get started. Looking for some additional help? Writing Resumes and Cover Letters For Dummiesis a good guide. Business Social Networks: Most would argue that LinkedIn is much more than a business social network (and it is). One of the best sites to find a job and, even better, to be found when looking for a job. Take a look at5 Mistakes to Avoid on Your LinkedIn Profile. 20 Social Networking Sites for Business Professionals In case you need more We are always eager to hear from our readers. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or suggestions regarding CareerAlley content. Good luck in your search,Joey Google+ what where job title, keywords or company city, state or zip jobs by What's next? Ready to take action? Choose the right tools to help you build your career. Looking for related topics? Find out how to find the opportunities that help you grow your best career. Subscribe and make meaningful progress on your career. It’s about time you focused on your career. Get Educated Contact Us Advertise Copyright 2020 CareerAlley. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy + Disclosure home popular resources subscribe search

We just announced our 10th conference on happiness at work - Early bird rate available until February 28 - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

We just announced our 10th conference on happiness at work - Early bird rate available until February 28 - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog We are incredibly proud to announce the program for our 10th conference on happiness at work this jubilee edition is bigger and better than ever. We have 15 amazing speakers from 12 countries to explain the theory and practice of happiness at work. Check out the program and get your tickets here early bird tickets are available until February 28. Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related