Resume Writing Service Reviews - You Need Them

Resume Writing Service Reviews - You Need ThemA resume writing service reviews can be good source of information. It gives you an inside track on what is working for your competitors.The review that will come from the resume writing service is very valuable to you. This gives you an idea about what you have to do to improve your business. All the professionals in this industry are in the business to make money. Their main objective is to get referrals and recommendations.If you want a referral, you have to create and refer new client. So when you start creating new clients, your references will start recommending you to more customers.There are freelance writers who work for a year or more for such companies. These writers do not have the basic skills that you need. They give good results but then you cannot depend on them to give recommendations.The resume writing service reviews are very helpful to you. They give you an idea how you can improve your writing style. And sometimes you might need some reading material to improve your writing skills.The resume writing service review will give you some valuable tips that will help you write a great resume. You need to keep in mind that it is very important to understand what your resume needs to be written in an impressive manner. It is also important to remember that your resume must be read by everyone who reads your letter.To do well in your career, you need to know how to craft the resume correctly. The resume review will help you write a resume that will impress the recruiters.

Mystery Shopping Tips How to Make Money as Mystery Shopper

Mystery Shopping Tips How to Make Money as Mystery Shopper Mystery shopping has been a popular way to net some extra cash and perks for decades. The only real qualification is the ability to go shopping and evaluate how good (or bad) the experience goes. Now that providers connect with shoppers online, there’s an even lower bar to entry for mystery shopping opportunities. Unfortunately, this also makes it easy for scam artists to rip off would-be mystery shoppers. But with a little vigilance, any detail-oriented person can pick up a steady side gig evaluating everything from drive-thrus to day spas. “This is meant to be supplemental income,” says Mike Mershimer, president of MSPA Americas (formerly the Mystery Shopping Providers Association of North America). People just starting out in the business might make as little as $5, so depending on how long the project costs it could be tantamount to less than minimum wage. But the work is generally very easy, and along with the money you earn, in many cases you’re rewarded with freebies ranging from restaurant meals to oil changes. It’s big business, according to Mershimer. “There are millions of people around the country that do various types of mystery shopping,” he says. Retail and restaurant chains, service providers, and even cruise lines and airlines are among the many kinds of enterprises that pay mystery shoppers to give their services and products a try and evaluate how good they are. Most mystery shopping involves going into a store or a restaurant to make a purchase. But there are many opportunities for people who don’t want to travel far from home, and mystery shopping can be a good supplemental income source for people who don’t have a car or are disabled. Mershimer says some companies use mystery shoppers to check up on the quality of their customer service call centers; others use shoppers with disabilities to see if their stores, restaurants, hotels or other facilities are meeting ADA compliance. Here’s what you need to know â€" and watch out for â€" if you’re just getting started. Don’t accept unsolicited offers. The rule of thumb is that if they reach out to you, they’re probably not the real deal. Feel free to ignore mystery-shopping offers that arrive out of the blue in your email in-box because there’s a strong likelihood they’re scams. Instead, you can and should browse legitimate gigs at the MSPA Americas site. “For mystery shopping, I make sure that there are real reviews from other users” who have worked with the companies coordinating the shopping evaluations, advises Michelle Schroeder-Gardner, who runs the site MakingSenseofCents.com. She recommends that do some quick research on the company at GlassDoor or the Better Business Bureau. Expect to work your way up. While entry-level “shops” like visiting a McDonald’s and reporting back on the experience might pay only a few bucks, you can make more than this if you keep at it, says Donna Freedman, author of the financial-advice book, Your Playbook For Tough Times. “First, you need to take the lower-paying gigs and prove yourself to be reliable,” she says. Attention to detail is critical too. “If you do it wrong or even skip a few steps, you might not get paid for the shop and you probably won’t be given other jobs,” she warns. Most companies expect a lot of detail, down to the temperature of the coffee you ordered and exactly how many minutes you waited before being greeted by an employee. The mystery-shopping gigs with the best perks and highest pay get to be picky, and they look to shoppers who are reliable and have lots of experience. Bear in mind, though, that it’s unnecessary to pay for any official MSPA certification. The organization’s certification courses start at $25, and they will educate you on the basics, but the MSPA states clearly that they’re not necessary for getting hired. “We do not know of any company who will not hire you (assuming you are qualified) if you are not certified,” the MSPA’s FAQ page explains. “If you are a good shopper for a good company, the MSPA does not see you losing [mystery shopping jobs] because you are not certified.” Don’t take payment in advance. This is a common scam circulating now, Mershimer warns. The shopping assignment will ostensibly be for a financial services provider: The shopper is asked to deposit a cashier’s check or similar for a large amount into their personal account. They’re told to keep a large amount â€" say, $500, an amount that should be a red flag in and of itself â€" and put the rest and send it off on a prepaid card refill or money order. A few days later, the check bounces, and the shopper is on the hook for the entire amount. Expect to pay upfront for products. “When you deal with legitimate mystery shopping companies, you never pay them, but you always need to lay out money if a purchase is involved in the shop,” says Edgar Dworsky, founder and editor of ConsumerWorld.org. You will get reimbursed, he says, but it can take as long as a couple of months. Keep that in mind if your cash flow situation is tenuous. Don’t click on links. “Scammers are going into legit companies’ websites and spoofing their sites,” Mershimer warns. So you might get an email that claims to be from a legitimate mystery shopping operation. But when you click on the link, you’re instead taken to a realistic looking dummy site that prompts you for your personal information, which can be used for fraud and identity theft. Mershimer says that if you’re unsure if an email or offer is legitimate, do not to click on the link sent in any message. Instead, type in the URL for the company’s website in your browser and look for mystery-shopping options there.

5 Essential Steps To Create Career Fulfillment - Work It Daily

5 Essential Steps To Create Career Fulfillment - Work It Daily Career fulfillment (or, as I like to call it, career nourishment) can often seem like an elusive beast. Figuring out what it is and how to find it is a difficult process for many. Related: 3 Steps To Create Your Own Career Development Plan The first thing I tell my coaching clients is career fulfillment isn’t something you FIND, it’s something you CREATE. And the process, while different for everyone, involves five essential steps: 1. Know Your Needs The vast majority of the people I coach know quite clearly what they don’t want from their work. More often than not, it’s everything they’re currently experiencing. But that’s not enough. Knowing what you don’t want doesn’t give you a big enough picture. You have to know what you do want and, more importantly, what you need. Your career goal isn’t to simply sidestep misery. You want to achieve (at least some level of) fulfillment. In order to do that, you must have a clear understanding of your unique personal and professional needs. However, it takes a lot of self-reflection. 2. Listen To Your Gut Intuition is something many of us take for granted. We push it aside and bury it because we’ve been trained to use logic instead. Your gut isn’t always illogical, though. In fact, it’s often telling you the most basic, fundamental truth your logical brain is trying to avoid. When it comes to career fulfillment, listen to your instincts. What makes you happy doesn’t always sound logical at first. But, if you listen to your heart and set out on the right path for your soul, your brain will find a way to keep you safe on the journey and get you to your destination. This might sound a little hokey to some of you. That’s fine. Just go with it. Try listening to that quiet voice inside you, the one you’ve been ignoring, and see where it takes you. Then, let me know what happens. 3. Make Changes Thoughtfully Many people looking for career fulfillment end up job hopping. They bounce from one thing to the next in search of the perfect match. Unfortunately, they often end up in a vicious, anxious cycle. The moment they feel restless, it’s on to the next thing. Instead of taking the time to carefully analyze what is and isn't working and why, they simply paper the city with resumes and take the first offer of a decent paycheck. Before you know it, they’re right back where they started, looking for the next job to hop to. Don’t fall into this trap. When you’re ready for a career change (whether big or small), take your time. Think about it carefully and make decisions based on well thought-out strategies. This isn’t a race. You don’t have to jump NOW. Take your time, analyze your situation, and make slow, methodical progress towards your goals. 4. Learn From Others Many of us are afraid to ask for help and this is such a horrible waste of wisdom! You are surrounded by so much experience and knowledge. All you have to do is tap into it. Your family, friends and colleagues have all been where you are. The things you are going through, no matter how unique they feel, are actually quite common. The people in your support network are dying to share their stories with you. Listen closely. Learn from their mistakes and triumphs. And, should you find a more objective point-of-view is what you need, consider working with a professional career coach. We’re trained to remain (relatively) neutral, present ideas with deep democracy, and help you clarify and act on what you already knowâ€"the feelings and ideas you’ve been burying. 5. Work At It Finding career fulfillment isn’t a quick or easy journey. It takes time and effort. Engage yourself mentally, physically and, yes, even spiritually. Put yourself into the process. Be active. Don’t expect things will change without significant work on your part. What? Are you afraid of work? Snap out of it. You have everything you need. It’s up to you to make it happen. Don’t give up when it gets hard. Don’t pretend it’s not worth the hassle. You areâ€"most definitelyâ€"worth it. This post was originally published at an earlier date. Related Posts How To Create Your Unique Career Plan 3 Career Development Tips That Will Get You Ahead Of The Competition Career Development Feedback Or Feedforward?   Photo Credit: Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!