Tips for Writing a Human Resources Assistant Resume

Tips for Writing a Human Resources Assistant ResumeAs a professional in the field of human resources, you should learn more about the HR Assistant resume format. Here are a few tips that will help you craft a job-ready resume.First, get yourself to your local community college or vocational institute for a course in English, preferably an Associate of Arts degree in English from a university in your home state. You will be required to study grammar and sentence structure, but the most important thing is that you learn how to write a resume! Think of it as your own education. After you've passed your course, you can begin to try to sell yourself in the career-searching process.Even if you don't take classes, some employer will likely find out that you have a degree in the field of HR Assistant by looking at your resume. They will want to know that you have knowledge about the job and what you can bring to the table, so you'll need to show them your resume and even explain why you're q ualified for the job. If you have already obtained the Associate of Arts degree, this could prove very beneficial to you.When you're writing your HR Assistant resume, stick to a specific template. Use a simple format that will easily tell your potential employer where you fit into the company and why you should be hired. Avoid using words like 'team leader'knowledgeable' because these words will come across as redundant and that's not going to help you stand out in a field of resumes.If you don't have a lot of experience in the field of HR Assistant, you may want to add a brief anecdote about yourself on your HR Assistant resume. You can talk about how you helped a manager at work with time management problems or you can say something like 'helped two different human resource managers with time management issues.' There are so many things that you can write about that will show that you're a very qualified person tobe interviewing for the job. Besides, these testimonials help to sho w the employer that you're actually serious about the position and that you're interested in the job.Don't make the mistake of using just the title of your best friend on your HR Assistant resume. You're in a job search and you want to stand out from the rest. The manager that you had helped was your friend, but make sure that you mention that too, because it gives you credibility.It's possible to have your own resume filled out in your HR Assistant resume. When you're filling it out, keep the theme of your resume the same and use the same colors and font. Remember that the employer will see these same qualities on a resume filled out by someone else and they will hire the person who has the best qualities when it comes to your work history.

Be a Mentor Get Ahead by Giving Back

Be a Mentor Get Ahead by Giving Back At this point in your work life, you can probably name quite a few people who’ve given your career a boost. So you know the perks of having a mentor. Being one also has its upsides â€" and these go beyond self-satisfaction and good karma. “Mentoring is an exchange, and you can leverage the relationship to benefit your own career,” says Ellen Ensher, a management professor at Loyola Marymount University and co-author of Power Mentoring. In fact, research has found a link between becoming a sponsor and getting ahead: Among grads of 26 top business schools, those with protégés earned $25,075 more on average from 2008 to 2010 than colleagues who did no mentoring, workplace researcher Catalyst found. Further, a study of Sun Microsystems employees by Capital Analytics found that mentors were 20% more likely to get raises and six times more likely to receive promotions. Use these strategies to get the most out of extending yourself: Fill your résumé gaps “Just because you’re in a more senior role doesn’t mean you can’t learn valuable skills too,” says Rene Petrin of Management Mentors, which creates mentoring programs for companies. Identify areas where you need to beef up your CV, then seek a match with that expertise. Most formal programs are happy to accommodate a mentor’s preferences, says Ensher. Set expectations upfront about what you’d like out of the relationship. Training can be formal (your trainee teaches you to tweet) or casual (have the person review a proposal you wrote to see if there’s a social media component). Create a broader network A strong mentor-protégé relationship offers access to people beyond your usual peer group. Start by choosing someone with enough influence â€" ideally a person one level beneath you in title, and definitely no more than two, says Petrin. Connect with your protégé on LinkedIn right away so you’ll know who he or she knows. As you become familiar, ask for relevant introductions. Don’t assume someone below you on the totem pole has no contacts to offer: A middle manager in another department can help you identify influencers in his division. A new sales associate could put you in touch with potential clients. A protégé who came from a competitor could introduce you to a hiring manager there. Develop leaders “Mentoring is a great way to identify up-and-comers, which can raise your visibility,” says Catalyst’s Anna Beninger. You’ll be seen as a problem solver if you can recommend talent for hard-to-fill jobs within the company or your network. Forwarding someone’s résumé keeps you connected to your own contacts too. (Before putting your name behind the person, however, vet her abilities by giving her a small project from your to-do list.) Get your protégé the right gig, says Petrin, and who knows? “The person could be your boss someday.”

5 Key Characteristics Of The Best Team Players - Work It Daily

5 Key Characteristics Of The Best Team Players - Work It Daily Calling all team players! From a young age, we’re told there’s no ‘I’ in team, and that teamwork is an essential part of success. Part of being on a team requires us to contribute something valuable to our teammates. There are certain qualities that all great team players bring to the table, and there’s no denying that the best teams want them. For many businesses, success is born from the collaboration of innovative team players. In fact, teamwork and collaboration are described as “very important” by nearly 75% of employers. Take The Grommet, for instance, a product launching company that relies on its employees to breathe life into their clients’ stories. Like cogs on a wheel, every department impacts the outcome of their business. Within each department, a small tribe of team players keeps the wheels turning smoothly. As Bobby McLaughlin, The Grommet’s Sr. Manager of the Maker Programming Team, says, it’s their “cross-team involvement that not only brings in different perspectives, but is great for team bonding, too.” With a range of different viewpoints and a team that is as tight-knit as it is driven, employees need to bring their A-game. How do you know if you’re an asset to the team? Here are the five key characteristics of the best team players: 1. Self-Motivated Someone who wants to see their efforts make a positive change is destined to do just that. The great thing about being self-motivated is that your fellow employees recognize that you’re reliable and accountable for not only doing your part but doing it well. With little prompting, you aspire for growth, which helps the people around you grow, too. To find the team where you’ll fit right in, look for jobs in places that Bobby describes as somewhere “you’re able to see your influence and decisions directly correlate with something happening.” Your teammates will love you for it. Pam Crombie “Instead of being competitive with one another, the feeling here is that we need to make this company what it’s going to be tomorrow and we need you to do it.” - Pam Crombie, The Grommet, Sr. Accountant Do you want to work with Pam in Accounting? Apply here!   2. Sharp While wanting to succeed is half the battle, the other crucial element is having the skills to do so. If you are an astute observer and easily adapt to a company’s changing needs, you will be especially well-prepared to apply your skills to any given situation. Sharp people don’t need someone to keep them on their toes; they’re already moving because they’ve taken the next steps before they’re needed. These people are great team players because they set the bar high and know how to keep pushing it higher. 3. Flexible Without the ability to adapt for any curve ball, a team will find themselves swinging and missing. It’s necessary to have team players who are flexible. Not to be confused with being a pushover, being flexible implies that you are willing and able to accommodate your team members’ needs, varying projects or timeframes, and wearing multiple hats. Flexibility allows you to grow as a professional and as a team. Pam Crombie, The Grommet’s Sr. Accountant, says she loved the application process with the company because the team was flexible, right away, for someone they hadn’t even met yet. Flexibility in your interactions ensures that you can focus on fostering the right relationships on your team. Bobby McLaughlin “There is never a dull day here. Good or bad, I am going to do something new today and every day.” - Bobby McLaughlin, The Grommet, Sr. Manager Maker Programming Team Do you want to work with Bobby in Maker Programming? Apply here!   4. Accessible Your team can’t rely on you if they have to spend all day chasing you. While great teams recognize that you’re busy, team players always make it a point to communicate clearly (and often!) with their cohorts. Part of working together efficiently means mastering the art of concise emails and meetings over coffees/beers/beverages-of-choice. Accessibility is kind of like respect; if you want it, you should show it, too. From the newest members to the leaders running the team, being accessible gets things done. When talking about The Grommet’s CEO, Jules Pieri, Pam shares that Jules is the kind of approachable person whose door is always open. This goes to show that great team players can be found at any level of employment. Mike Lovett “Yes, she’s our CEO. But, she’s part of the team. She’s just like the captain. You can still go up to her and talk.” - Mike Lovett, The Grommet, Marketing Associate       5. Passionate The greatest achievements are accomplished because someone truly cared about the work. If you can bring passion for the team’s purpose, then you’re a team player who everyone wants to play alongside. In any job, it’s important - not just for our team, but for our own happiness - that we believe in the mission of our work. Not every day will be perfect, but in a job where we’re passionate, everyday is worthwhile. This impacts the kind of effort and commitment we show our team, and as a result, affects the company’s progress. If you seek out a position that supports your interests, you’ll be a happier, better team player. Mimi Wong “We’re a small business supporting small businesses. Everyone here is very passionate about their job. It’s a job where I never wake up in the morning and dread dragging myself to work.” - Mimi Wong, The Grommet, Director of Community Experience Do you want to work with Mimi in Community Experience? Apply here!   Above all else, the best team players are proud of their teams! Are you a team player? Calling all team players! Do you want to want to work for a team that’s as fun as it is driven? The Grommet is looking for people to join their team who want to grow professionally and influence the growth of the company. They’re hiring for many types of jobs! You can learn about their open positions and apply here. Take a look today, and be sure to tell them CAREEREALISM sent you. No matter what position you’re interested in, there’s a fit for you. The best part? The team says it’s all about the people, and they can’t wait for you to meet them! This post was written by Samantha Mick Photo credit: The Grommet and CAREEREALISM Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!