The top companies hiring in October 2018

The top companies hiring in October 2018 by Michael Cheary What’s scarier than Halloween? A job that you can’t stand (obviously)… OK, so grown adults dressed like killer clowns or their favourite cult TV characters is undoubtedly pretty terrifying. But whilst we can’t stop Tim from Accounts coming in as a White Walker on the 31st, we can help you find a job you love this October. No costume necessary.To help bring your career back from the dead, here are five of the top companies hiring this month on reed.co.uk:Barclays Looking for life skills? You should work for Barclays.They have over 325 years’ worth of experience in investing in people â€" whether it’s empowering individuals to start their own businesses, or giving them the capital to find their first family home.And when it comes to investment, their staff are certainly no exception.They strongly believe in making sure they have the right people, in the right places, doing the right things. Which is why they’re looking for hardworking and empathe tic employees to join their team all throughout October.Roles on offer include everything from Analysts and Mortgage Advisors, right through to positions in product, and wealth management.Aside from working for one of the world’s biggest names in banking, successful applicants will have the opportunity to work globally â€" as well as the chance to incorporate flexible hours as part of the package.Still not sure? Barclays was the first bank to use a cash dispenser. Which, at the very least, is a nice thing to remember the next time you get stuck at a ‘cash only’ bar.Location:  Across the UKView all jobs with Barclays hereCancer Research 30,000 people in the UK will be diagnosed with cancer in October.Just 50% of these people are likely to survive.Cancer Research UK, the world’s largest independent cancer research charity, are completely committed to changing these facts. They see a world where 150,000 people don’t have to die of cancer in the UK every year. A world where a ll cancers can be diagnosed, treated and cured.But they can’t do it alone.Every step they make towards beating cancer relies on every pound, every hour and every person. And their 4,000 members of staff â€" and nearly 40,000 volunteers â€" work relentlessly every day towards this goal.They’re looking to fill hundreds of different vacancies this month, with a range of great retail and marketing roles coming pretty near the top of their list.Other jobs available include Pharmaceutical Scientist, HR Administrator, Delivery Driver, and much more. So whatever skills you have, you’ll always be in demand â€" you just need to want to make a difference.Together we will beat cancer.Location:  Across the UKView all jobs with Cancer Research UK hereCoca-Cola Thirsty for a new challenge? There’s always Coca-Cola…Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) is the world’s largest independent Coca-Cola bottler. Across 13 countries, their employees make, sell and distribute the world’s most lov ed drinks brands to more than 300 million people. And it’s not just for fans of keeping things Classic.Aside from the headliners, other brands distributed by the company include Fanta, Powerade, Glaceau Vitaminwater, Monster, Capri-Sun, Oasis, Dr. Pepper, Schweppes, Appleitiser and even 5 Alive (yes, it’s still actually a thing).And what does it take to own over 20 individual brand names and almost 80 products in the UK market alone? Well, about 4,600 members of staff, if you’re asking.Their latest recruitment drive is focussed on filling a range of sales, marketing, engineering and tech roles, as well as a number of apprenticeships. Benefits of working for the company include everything from industry-leading salaries, through to free iPads and company cars (depending on the position).See also: all the free Coke Zero one person could legitimately ever drink.#RefreshingLocation:  Across the UKView all jobs with Coca-Cola here  Dixons Carphone When it comes to cutting edge caree rs in tech, they don’t come much bigger than Dixons Carphone.Not only does the company comprise three high-tech high street heavyweights (Dixons, Carphone Warehouse Curry’s PC World) all under one brand, it’s also home to a whole host of other lesser-known subsidiaries â€" including Team Knowhow (the services brand for all their products).So, whether you want to work with all the latest mobile handsets (and get paid for it), sell 4k technology to the masses, or just fix faulty fridges for a living, they have the right career for you.There are literally thousands of retail roles on offer, including management positions, as well as jobs with the legendary Geek Squad. Marketing, CX and Consultancy professionals are also in demand.All you need is the right attitude, an agile approach to your work, and excellent interpersonal skills. Not to mention actually being able to use the latest gadgets without resorting to the instruction manual.Technophobes. Need. Not. Apply.Location:  Ac ross the UKView all jobs with Dixons Carphone hereFullers One of the biggest names in Great British beer, Fullers have been brewing award-winning beverages in the nation’s capital for well over two hundred years.In that time, it’s fair to say they’ve learned a few things about running a successful business. One: you’re only as good as the people you employ. And, two: never underestimate the importance of London Pride.It’s on those principles that they’ve gone on to build a portfolio of over 400 pubs, inns and hotels right across the country â€" ranging from Grade II listed buildings, to bussing modern bars, and everything in between.They’re looking to add to their growing team throughout October, with bar staff, managers and supervisors high on their list of potential hires. They also have a variety of different catering roles available â€"from Junior Sous Chef, all the way up to Head Chef.For a great career on tap (and/or 20% off food, drink and hotel stays) start you r career with Fullers today.Let’s face it, you’ll be in the bar anywayLocation:  Across the UKView all jobs with Fullers hereReady to love Mondays?  View all of our current vacancies now.Find a job What Where Search JobsSign up for more Career AdviceSign up for moreCareer Advice Please enter a valid email addressmessage hereBy clicking Submit you agree to the terms and conditions applicable to our service and acknowledge that your personal data will be used in accordance with our privacy policy and you will receive emails and communications about jobs and career related topics. Features Where can I work?

Friendsgiving, Potluck Style

Friendsgiving, Potluck Style Maybe you’re a recent grad who can’t afford to fly home for Thanksgiving. (Been there!) Or maybe Thanksgiving with the family is in the cards, and Friendsgiving is just a great reason to eat pie with your BFFs. (Totally agree.) In any case, it’s time to decide what you’re bringingâ€"and this year, that’s going to be more than just wine. (Right? Right.) We’ve gathered six recipes to help you up your Friendsgiving gameâ€"and they’re surprisingly simple to make, too! Pick a Perfect Turkey Turkey with Ancho Adobo: If you’re hosting, you’ve almost certainly got bird duty. (Just try asking a friend to transport a whole cooked turkey and see what reaction you get.) This spicy adobo-glazed turkey illustrates everything that’s great about Friendsgiving: It’s traditional, with a twist. And it’s amazingly delicious. 2.  Sweet Potatoes are a Must-Have Orange Bourbon Mashed Sweet Potatoes: These ain’t yo mama’s sweet potatoes. Bright and deliciously sweet with a little extra flavor from a splash of bourbon (or vanilla extract), they’re attention-getters at the Friendsgiving table. And who made them? That’s right, you did. 3. Get the Stuffing Going Cheesy Stuffing Cups: Volunteered to bring the stuffing? Have we got a hack for you. These seriously cute stuffing cups (made in a muffin pan!) bake quickly, transport well and are covered in gooey cheddar cheese. Don’t plan on leftovers.        4.  Suggest a Simple Salad Pomegranate-Quinoa Spinach Salad: Be that person who brings a salad to a partyâ€"and comes home with an empty bowl. (Happens every time.) This gorgeous salad packs in the goodies, from quinoa and feta to almonds and pomegranate seeds. Drizzle on some poppy seed dressing for a Healthy Living salad FTW. 5. Assign Easy Appetizers Easy Appetizer Bites: If you tell your friends exactly what’s in these three-ingredient appetizers, they might laugh and call you lazy. Seriously, deli meat smeared with cream cheese and rolled around a pickle? But all doubt will disappear the moment they crunch into one. It’s genius, but who’da thought? 6. Settle on a Crowd-Pleasing Dessert Layered Pumpkin-Gingersnap Dessert: We love pumpkin pie. Adore it. So trust us when we say… this is better. It preps quickly and easily (no baking or rolling dough!), and its creamy, pumpkin-y layers are thanks to JELL-O Instant Pudding, PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese and COOL WHIP Whipped Topping. So good! Serve slices with coffee, and we’re talking pumpkin-spice-latte good. Need more inspiration for your Friendsgiving celebration? We’ve got you covered. Check out our complete list of Friendsgiving recipes. And for more great recipes and tips, check out Kraft in the Kitchen!

Tips for working in China

Tips for working in China One of the biggest opportunities today is working in overseas markets. These jobs are rising fast as the trend toward globalization continues, and the Harvard Business Review estimates such positions will skyrocket as baby boomers retire; few of the younger generation are willing to take on the long hours these jobs typically entail. This means lots of opportunity for people who want to work hard and in exchange benefit from a very steep learning curve that can pave the way for lots of career flexibility in the future. For some these jobs will be too time-consuming and culturally challenging. David Everhart, regional practice leader for Asia at the recruiting firm Korn/Ferry International, warns that in order to succeed in overseas markets you should probably be a patient person with a high tolerance for uncertainty and ambiguity. But Jamie Sugar-Butter and Morgan Sugar-Butter make the prospect seem like a big party. The sisters ages 23 and 25 work at importing company Acme Merchandising and Apparel. They both do business overseas for the majority of their work. And while they live in Boston, they travel in Asia one third of the year. Here are their tips for working in Asia: 1. Expect weird names. Funny coming from the Sugar-Butters, right? But in fact, their name, which is actually each of their parents last names combined and hyphenated, draws little attention in Asia. First of all, few people they deal with know what the name means. But on top of that most people the Sugar-Butters deal with have selected English words to use as names when dealing with Americans, to make it easier for them. So the Sugar-Butters run into people with names such as Cinnamon, and Apple. The names are surprising, surely, but its a constant reminder how hard people are working to make sure the Americans are comfortable with them. 2. Put respect above everything else. In China the Sugar-Butters are careful to tell everyone they dont eat meat. Only seafood and vegetables. The meals are really long and there are so many courses and its so disrespectful to say no, Morgan says. So the time they were served platters of what seemed like the fishs reproductive area they ate them. Well, Jamie did. Morgan realized Jamie didnt know what she was eating, so Morgan slid her share onto Jamies plate. 3. Get a good translator. People will not respect you if you dont have a good translator. Usually the Sugar-Butters use Skypes messenger system because the people they communicate have software that translates messages in real time. But you cant use slang in Skype, says Morgan. One word can throw the whole conversation off. But when they travel, they handpick their translators carefully. We have one who speaks Mandarin and one who speaks Cantonese. You have to have someone you would trust to handle negotiations, Jamie says. She said they also always use male translators. When we walk in the room to do business, everyone expects to see a man come in with us. If were alone, they wait for the man to come in the room. 4. Distinguish between differences in culture and differences in values. The Sugar-Butters spend a lot of time trying to figure out who will be a good business partner. They have a lot of understanding of cultural differences. For example, they will travel for days to visit a factory in inland China just to show respect to the factory owner. However they have a good nose for bad values, as well. For example, at a trade show a vendor would not talk to their translator because they thought he was of too low a class. Once the vendor realized that the Sugar-Butters and the translator were with a major company, the vendor was accommodating. But by then it was too late. The Sugar-Butters would not do business with him. 5. Stay healthy. The hours for working in overseas markets are out of sync with most workers in the US. Morgan, for example, works 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Skype. One of the best ways to cope with erratic hours is to have a set exercise regimen. They spend a lot of time doing pilates at Boston Body when theyre home, and its one of the things they miss most when they travel. Their exercise regimens are also a source of perhaps the greatest culture shock the Sugar-Butters face. In Asia theyre not into exercise, says Morgan. Its impossible to find a gym, and if you run outside, people are like, `are you okay? What are you running from?'

Things To Avoid In An Interview On A College Campus - Classy Career Girl

Things To Avoid In An Interview On A College Campus As the assistant director in a university office, I’ve had the pleasure of interviewing student aides, graduate assistants, and entry-level candidates several times. I actually really enjoy the interview process, but I know that many do not, especially if you’re just setting off on your career and don’t have a lot of experience. If you make it to the interview process, for the most part, you should know that the hiring committee has already vetted your resume and they probably won’t be asking you that many questions to prove that you really know how to work Microsoft Word (unless that’s in the actual position title!). In my office, we tend to receive over 100 resumes for each position posted, and we generally choose about 10% to have a phone interview, followed by about 3-5 candidates for on-campus or in-person interviews. By the time we get to the interviews, we’ve already mentally checked off who has the skill sets, and now we are looking for the candidate who really fits our office culture, is trainable, and brings an additional set of qualities to the position that will elevate it to our expectations. Normally, out of all these interviews, one or two will really stand out. The rest, while they are certainly qualified, begin to pale by comparison when they make some key interview mistakes. Here are five interview mistakes to avoid in your next interview. 5 Things To Avoid When Interviewing On A College Campus 1. Being “Too Confident” and Not Reading Your Audience I interviewed a wonderfully enthusiastic newly graduated student who had finished her bachelor’s and was coming back to school for her graduate degree. She was certainly personable and lively â€" we would have loved to have someone with her energy in the office. But within a few minutes of her interview, things fell flat and I no longer felt connected with the candidate. This is because her enthusiasm translated into repeatedly multiple times, “You guys want THIS type of person and THAT’s me!” or “YOU guys need THESE skillsets and I can do that!” or “You guys need a person like me!” Firstly, try to avoid saying “you guys” multiple times in an interview â€" it does slip out sometimes (the English language lacks a plural ‘you’ like so many other languages) but when it’s every other sentence, it makes you sound young and unprofessional. Secondly, the statements that she knew what we needed felt presumptuous. It also reduced the interview to an aggressive sales- type pitch that made us feel uncomfortable. Take cues from your interviewer. If they seem more interested in casual conversation, they are more interested in finding out if you’re the right fit rather than grilling you about your skillset and there’s no need to beat them over the head with obvious statements. Remember, “show, don’t tell.” You should already know by the position description what type of candidate they are looking for, so before the interview, write down some reasons you fit the bill. Weave these reasons (as stories or examples) into your replies to questions, but there is no need to aggressively state you’re the match they are looking for. 2. Not Dressing Appropriately If your interviewer gave you a dress code, then follow it. (I once interviewed for a position where the director told me, “Oh, by the way, we are not too fancy.” I realized he was giving me a hint not to show up in a suit. I chose an office-appropriate dress instead and got the job.) If you’re interviewing for a graduate assistantship, most offices will be understanding of the fact you may not own a suit yet. Dress in clean, professional-looking clothing such as a dress shirt, blazer, and pants/skirt. If it’s a Skype interview, at least dress appropriately from the waist up. [RELATED: How To Communicate Your Strengths  in an Interview] 3. Talking Too Much I had a phone interview with a candidate that practically bored me to tears. Every answer he gave seemed to take over 5 minutes and get distracted with tangents. I found myself being resentful that he was taking up so much time â€" I only had 30 minutes slotted for the phone interview, and I barely got through any of my pertinent questions because he talked too much. Each time he finished answering a question I had forgotten what we had asked because there was so much rambling. Obviously, we want to hear candidates’ answers, and it’s always good to give detailed answers, but make sure you are able to answer questions succinctly. If the answers are too long or rambling, they may appear as inauthentic or as an inability to answer the question properly. Because this particular interview felt like a monologue on the candidate’s side, it came off as pompous I feared that he would be untrainable and wouldn’t be a team player. Here’s a tip: Imagine how you will answer the question, “Tell us about yourself.” Now, use the stopwatch function on your phone and time yourself giving an answer. You may be surprised how much information you can fit into 30-45 seconds. If you feel you’ve hit all the pertinent points within this time-frame, try to keep all your long answers to this length. 4. Always Have Questions I still remember many years ago interviewing a wonderful candidate for an entry-level position. I thought she was great, but a colleague said, “You know, I was really disappointed she didn’t have any questions. If it comes between Candidate A and Candidate B, I’d go with the one who has questions.” I’ve never forgotten this reaction. It’s important to remember that sometimes there are legitimately two or three candidates who truly are all spectacular and who truly would all do the job well. When a hiring committee is faced with choosing between spectacular candidates, they will start to nitpick every single thing in order to give themselves some logic and to get out of the impasse. So you need to really show yourself to be exceptional. Here’re some suggestions of questions that may set you apart. These questions are good for large group interviews at university offices where they clearly will be using you to fill in labor gaps. “How is the office structured?” “What are some of the projects I’d be working on right away?” “I saw you recently announced on your website a big project called ______, I was wondering what that was and if that’s something I’d be involved in?” “Who would be my direct supervisor?” “Is this position mainly computer-centered or people-centered (interactive)?” “When does the position start?” “I noticed you said you used to have my position. Is there a typical day and certain tasks that have to get accomplished weekly?” “What are some of the other offices on campus you collaborate with?” 5. Not Paying Attention to Clues During a Group Interview Many of our interviews are actually group interviews (the candidate plus a group of us from the office), although for non-student positions we often have a whole day of interviews with colleagues, one-on-one interviews, or roundtable conversations. It still surprises me when candidates don’t pick up on clues. I had one candidate only look the director in the eye and direct questions to him. Meanwhile, this candidate would primarily work with me and my opinion in the hiring process. I also had another who sent thank you notes to everyone who participated, but it was clear that he had used the staff directory on the website  because he sent thank you notes to people who weren’t even in the interview! Here’s a tip: Hopefully the interview leader will have opened by introducing everyone in the interview and explaining their roles. Try to write down their names or notes about their positions so that you remember who was there. If the lead interviewer wasn’t good at facilitating th is, make it one of your questions at the end of the interview: “I was wondering if you could explain everyone’s roles and how it would interact with this position.” When the lead interviewer introduces everyone, pay special attention to any clues. If the lead interviewer says “This is Pauline, she’ll be working very closely with you,” pay attention to that person’s body language. Do they initiate asking you questions? Do they seem invested in the interview? If they are assuming a leadership role in the interview, assume that they have a distinct voice in the hiring decision. On the other hand, never make it obvious that you think certain people in the group are more powerful than the others. It’s definitely true that we ask the secretary how you treated him/her when you walked in. You are making an impression on everyone, not just the decision makers. Good Luck! If you’re lucky enough to interview for a graduate assistantship, you’ve already set yourself apart with the strength of your resume. We take our hires for graduate assistantships very seriously, as we know how important free tuition is for students! We hire them with the hope that they will be with us for a full two years and that both the office and the candidate can benefit from this partnership. I hope that these tips help you rock at your next interview!

5 Steps To Impress In Your Next Sales Pitch CareerMetis.com

5 Steps To Impress In Your Next Sales Pitch â€" CareerMetis.com Source â€" Unsplash.comDelivering a great sales pitch is harder than it looks on TV. Trying to convince someone to buy something is a tough job, and you’ll need to work hard to win them over. There’s a lot of pressure to succeed, as doing so could lead to an important sale or contract that will boost your company, and possibly your commission too.Want to know the secrets of nailing a sales opportunity? Here are five steps to impress in your next sales pitch.1) Dress the partevalevalFirst impressions are everything, especially in the world of sales. Dressing smart, with a neat appearance will make a much better first impression than if you were to turn up in jeans and sneakers. Always make the effort to look your smartest, sharpest self. Dressing the part will not only help you give the right impression, but you’ll give yourself a confidence boost too.For those crucial pitches, you might want to think about getting a haircut or a blow dry in the morning to help you feel more con fident and ready to win them over.2) Consider each customer’s needsA pitch should be tailored to the customer. If you deliver the same spiel over and over again, it’s going to feel forced and rehearsed. To tailor your pitch to each customer, you’ll need to consider their needs, their challenges and find solutions that will help that specific client. You can start with a base pitch, but be sure to flesh it out with information that’s unique to the customer you’re pitching too.3) Be a storytellerOne approach you can use to deliver an effective sales pitch is to tell a good story. Drawing on your own experiences and anecdotes, your sales pitch will seem more human and more likely to connect with the people you’re pitching too. This approach can also help you to feel more relaxed, which will make you more confident when presenting in front of others.4) Get the visuals rightVisuals can be an important part of your presentation. They’ll help you to stick to what you need to say, but they’ll keep your audience interested too. You can make the most of sales presentations in PowerPointby keeping it simple, but attractive at the same time. Businesses can really benefit from having branded presentation templates to ensure employees deliver a presentation that reflects the brand’s values and identity each time.5) PracticeevalSpeaking in front of people can be a nerve-wracking thing. However, practice really does make perfect in helping you with public speaking. Try practicing in front of a mirror or in front of friends. When you’ve got a particularly important pitch, it’s good to put in a lot of practice and pin down what you’re saying. You can also work on your confidenceto help you feel more self-assured, even if you’re not.Whether you’re attending a job interview, a sales call or you’re presenting to your own team; your presentation is there to sell something. Believe in yourself, work on your delivery and soon you’ll have everything you need to impress in your next sales pitch and hit that home run.

They Dont Teach Job Search, Do They

They Dont Teach Job Search, Do They When you were in high school or college for that matter, when did someone teach you how to search for a job? At my college there was a career center. It was tucked away in a building I never visited. Not once. I learned how to look for my work through my parents, specifically my dad, who had his own executive search company. He didnt sit me down and help write my resume. He didnt coach me on my interview answers. He introduced me to people who might have a job. The point I am trying to make here is twofold. First, job search 101 classes are optional and given the choice, who would want to take them over the fun and entertaining Underwater basket weaving? Second, there is way too much emphasis put on writing a good resume. I have never landed an interview because of my stellar resume. It has always been my relationships that have opened a door. For those of you with children, take the time now to teach your kids how to search for a job. That means showing them the importance of developing relationships with teachers, coaches, parents, everyone who might have a connection to a job. Introduce them to your friends. Also be sure to help them develop strong communication and interpersonal skills- making eye contact, using active listening, being polite. Truly coach them on these important subtleties. Where else will they learn this stuff? If you dont have kids, think about your friends and colleagues. Do they get it? Do they know what you know about job search? If they havent done it in awhile, then the answer is, they need your guidance now, not when they are out of work. Managing your career includes: Learning what is going on in your industry Participating in professional organizations, conferences, meetings Talking with people doing similar work Ensuring their is an awareness of your talents internally and externally Always perusing the job market for interesting opportunities Maintaining connections with recruiters It has never been more important to take care of you than it is today. Help spread the word, because tomorrow any of us could be searching for our next job.

Things to Look For When Searching For Resume Writing Services

Things to Look For When Searching For Resume Writing ServicesCrystal Lake area is a great place to live. It has lots of things to offer and it has a good reputation for jobs and the people in it. If you are looking for jobs and are in search of the perfect place to work, the Crystal Lake area will be the best option for you.Resume writing services are not needed here. There are plenty of local companies who do business in the area. You will be able to find many good ones to hire so that you can meet all your requirements in order to land the job you want.There are plenty of job openings available all over the place. The competition is always stiff among the companies. This is why it is advisable to find the best company for you to handle your resume. Here are some tips on how to find one.You can begin by asking for the resume writing services in the area. Some people believe that only the larger corporations have a lot of people on their payroll. However, there are also some small bu sinesses that do not have that many employees. So, if you want to get a company who specializes in handling resumes, go ahead and ask.The companies should be sure of the specific criteria they will go for when reviewing your resume. They should be able to tell you the things you should focus on when creating a good resume. This will allow them to focus on what you need and not waste time on things you don't really need.They should be able to help you with the skills you need. Most of the time, people overlook their knowledge base in creating resumes and they forget to include some things that they really need. So, make sure that they know exactly what you need.Make sure you look at their services before signing any contracts with them. There are lots of companies who offer resume writing services in the area. However, you will have to look at the quality of the services they are offering before you sign up with them.You can get resume writing services in the area. They should be abl e to guide you and will surely be able to provide you with the information you need.