Did You Hear About The Free Webinars

Did You Hear About The Free Webinars Last year I started experimenting with live webinars to help people understand how to use JibberJobber. While we mostly went over the general lets get started features there was at least one call devoted entirely to more advanced features. This live training is now a mainstay! I always go by the audience needs, so if you have any questions come join us! Even if you havent signed up yet, its a great way to easily understand the breadth and depth of JibberJobber, which has been called the gold standard in career technology. The schedule, and login information, is always found from this blog by clicking on Pages (at the top, on the main menu), then Free Webinar! Here is the schedule through March: January 23 (Wednesday) noon EST (9am PST) this morning! February 13 (Wednesday) noon EST (9am PST) February 27 (Wednesday) noon EST (9am PST) March 12 (Wednesday) noon EST (9am PST) March 26 (Wednesday) noon EST (9am PST) To access the webinar portion just click on this link, and then call the following number (this information is available on the Free Webinar page): (712) 432-9998, access code 370520# So there you go, whether you have signed up for JibberJobber or not, whether you are a job seeker, networker, recruiter, business owner or whatever, feel free to jump on and see what its all about! Remember, if none of these dates/times work for you, you can always access the video tutorials here. Did You Hear About The Free Webinars Last year I started experimenting with live webinars to help people understand how to use JibberJobber. While we mostly went over the general lets get started features there was at least one call devoted entirely to more advanced features. This live training is now a mainstay! I always go by the audience needs, so if you have any questions come join us! Even if you havent signed up yet, its a great way to easily understand the breadth and depth of JibberJobber, which has been called the gold standard in career technology. The schedule, and login information, is always found from this blog by clicking on Pages (at the top, on the main menu), then Free Webinar! Here is the schedule through March: January 23 (Wednesday) noon EST (9am PST) this morning! February 13 (Wednesday) noon EST (9am PST) February 27 (Wednesday) noon EST (9am PST) March 12 (Wednesday) noon EST (9am PST) March 26 (Wednesday) noon EST (9am PST) To access the webinar portion just click on this link, and then call the following number (this information is available on the Free Webinar page): (712) 432-9998, access code 370520# So there you go, whether you have signed up for JibberJobber or not, whether you are a job seeker, networker, recruiter, business owner or whatever, feel free to jump on and see what its all about! Remember, if none of these dates/times work for you, you can always access the video tutorials here.

Best Resume Writing - Tips For Writing a Resume That Will Get You the Job You Want

Best Resume Writing - Tips For Writing a Resume That Will Get You the Job You WantThe best resume writing is an art that is learned through experience. It is not an art, where you know everything about writing resumes. There are some principles that can be followed, however, when creating a resume that will help you land that job you have been applying for.Write your resume using keywords. A resume is a long document that is meant to inform the reader about you. The writing on your resume has to be short and to the point so it doesn't confuse the reader. It also needs to include a strong call to action so it is clear what the person should do if they read your resume. Employers like to see a strong call to action in order to know if you are someone who is going to work hard and do the necessary things to land the job.Informative and engaging writing is key to having a great resume. The purpose of your resume is to get your name out there, so you want to make sure that it is written i n such a way that will grab the attention of the employer. Your resume can tell the story of you to them, and they will be looking for a positive story to follow up on to ensure you are the right fit for the job you are applying for.Keep your resume writing simple. One of the best ways to create a great resume is to avoid overly complicated language or grammatical mistakes. Employers can spot this easily, and it can mean the difference between getting the job or not.Include contact information in your resume. You may have one if you have applied to more than one job or worked in the same company, but always include a phone number and email address in your resume. This can help make a quick response easier for the potential employer, especially if they have an email marketing policy that is not as open-ended as you would like. This can also help to prove to the employer that you are a team player, and are a good communicator.Use several color schemes. When you are writing a resume, i t can be hard to focus on one design, and when you are writing something that will be used on multiple documents, it can be easier to keep one color scheme consistent. Some may prefer the multiple colors of a great resume to the other, but be sure to keep them consistent and it will work out well for you.Select colors that match the color of your shirt. A shirt can give off a message or mood that cannot be explained with words. It is best to use this type of fabric in your resume when you are not wearing a suit or even a shirt. Be sure to take this into consideration when you are choosing colors for your resume.If you follow these tips, you will have no problem creating a great resume. The rules are in place to guide you, but if you are going to follow them, you have to do so from the heart. The best resume writing is an art, and it takes time to learn how to effectively make a great resume.

The Graduate Labour Market in 2017 lies, damn lies and actual statistics

The Graduate Labour Market in 2017 lies, damn lies and actual statistics What do you believe about the graduate labour market? Where do you source your information and how reliable is it? In the era of Big Data, who should you go to for accurate information? The Media presents an often despondent picture of opportunities for graduates, but is what you read in the news robust and reliable? Where do reporters source their evidence? I recently attended the annual conference for Higher Education Careers professionals. This event brings together experts in the graduate labour market whose big data can be relied on. The Media, however, does not always embrace these sources despite being made aware of them, where it risks disrupting the often negative narrative around graduate employability.  The Higher Education Careers Service Unit (HECSU) compiles the annual report on ‘What do Graduates do?’ and so is used to grappling with and analysing large quantities of data.* At the conference, Charlie Ball HECSU’s Deputy Director of Research at Graduate Prospects, presented research findings on the current state of the graduate labour market and addressed some of the common assumptions people make. Myth 1: There aren’t any jobs for graduates Fact:  Six months after graduation in 2016, 74% of graduates were in work. 5.3% were unemployed â€" the lowest rate since 1998/89 441,000 new professional jobs were created last year (although the Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) showed that only 291,000 new graduates entered these so many graduate level jobs were not filled) Conclusion:  The current outlook for graduates remains positive with more jobs than there are graduates to fill them. Myth 2: graduates only work for big business or on large training schemes Fact:  In 2016, 34% of graduates went to work for companies with fewer than 250 employees and one in six were with companies with fewer than 50 employees. Small to Medium Sized Employers (SMEs) are especially important in the arts, design, architecture, marketing/PR/Advertising, sport/fitness, law and web design SME graduate employment is stronger in London and south of England. Conclusion: SMEs are a substantial source of employment opportunities. Myth 3: all the graduate jobs are in London Fact: 15.2% of the population lives in London 19.4% of UK graduates live in London 21.6% of graduates started their career in London, with many of those jobs confined to a relatively small area of London 23% of the country’s businesses are in London 50% of the population in London are graduates- compared to 38% nationally, average weekly earnings are £679 compared to £525 nationally Where did 2016 graduates work? Westminster (5475) Birmingham (4080) Manchester (3790) City of London (3545)  Leeds (3445) Glasgow (3400) Kent (3110) Hertfordshire (3040) Surrey (3000) Camden (2995)  Hampshire (2675)  Edinburgh (2595) Essex (2430)  Belfast (2315) Tower Hamlets (2270) Bristol (2140)  Southwark (2090)  Liverpool (2065) Cardiff (2045)  Oxfordshire (2035) Conclusion: Of those working in cities, 31.2% of recent graduates headed to the capital, while 68.8% selected other cities. Myth 4: Graduates travel all over the country and abroad to work after graduation Fact: 58% went to work in the region they studied in 69% went to work in the region they were originally domiciled Only 18% of graduates went to work somewhere they were not connected to Conclusion: Graduates are much less mobile than commonly assumed. Myth 5: You’re better off not going to University   Fact: Student loan repayments aside, in earnings terms the average graduate salary in 2016 was £32,000 compared to the average non-graduate salary of £26,500. Over time, of course, it will be interesting to see how many prospective students are attracted to graduate level apprenticeships as opposed to full or part time degrees. Conclusion: There are differences in salaries within different sectors. However there is an overall difference between the levels of pay for graduates and non-graduates. Myth 6: Leaving the EU will be disastrous for the economy Fact: Nearly 40% of businesses surveyed had seen employment rise over the past 12 months, while only 15% had reduced employment. A smaller but still positive net balance of companies expected to increase staff numbers over the next 12 months. Conclusion: At this stage, it is too early to be certain of the full impact of Brexit on graduate employment as there is insufficient information available. In summary: The graduate labour market is fundamentally sound with a long-term trend for expansion Outcomes remain good, with low unemployment A reduction in the numbers of graduates may lead to pressure on supply, leaving graduate jobs unfilled Skills shortages are significant and worsening There is little evidence of significant Brexit effect on early graduate labour market at the moment Graduate mobility seems to be falling- it is hard to say whether this is a trend The key message is: always question the legitimacy of your information sources and check their currency. It’s easy for statistics to be manipulated to tell a particular story. If quoted from so-called ‘trusted’ sources myths can quickly gain currency and distort reality. *Data sourced from: Department for Education, Centre for Cities, Higher Education Statistics Agency, Office of National Statistics, British Chamber of Commerce,  Bank of England.

How to Identify Creativity During Interviews

How to Identify Creativity During Interviews It is every employer’s dream to have a team that is self-driven, sets new goals and comes up with new ways to explore their challenges. They are the creative type, who value self-expression and consider fulfilment of their passion as a reward on its own. If you are one, you know what I’m talking about. Creatives are highly sought-after and it is common to come across job postings that highlight the need for a creative approach. That’s a pretty vague term. Creativity, however, is not vague and there are certain traits that are common among all creative people. The common traits of creatives Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, perhaps the most noted researcher on ‘creativity’, identified these common personality traits among creative individuals in different lines of work. Creative individuals are energetic yet highly composed. They possess focus and are enthusiastic but also have strict downtimes for self-reflection. They have a mixture of maturity and childishness to their character. The emotional immaturity plays a key part in their approach to problems. They enjoy a light-hearted yet disciplined environment. No wonder they pursue careers that make them happy. Creatives tend to lose themselves in fantasy that are grounded in reality. Their way of looking at life might seem bizarre but results in outcomes that people tend to relate to over time. They show traits of both extroverts and introverts at the same time. A sense of pride mixed with humility is characteristic of all creatives. They have a sense of their own proficiency but constantly aim for greater challenges. Creative people are known to be psychologically androgynous, meaning they defy gender stereotypes. They are rebels at heart but also show conservative notions. It comes from being coherent with their choices and knowing what they want. They are passionate about their work yet objective about its worth. Creative individuals can reflect on the standard of their own work which help them evaluate its limitations. They love to explore art, culture and new interests but have a low threshold for pain. Bad quality in anything they have a taste for repulses them. If any of the above seem true in your case, you probably are a creative type yourself. In that case, you would know a creative person in an interview. It’s not always so easy though, right? So let’s build a list of idiosyncrasies to look out for in your candidates which will highlight them as creative individuals. Creative is as creative does 1. Are they observant? Creatives are a highly observant lot. It is not something they focus on. They just happen to observe everything. If you look at the works of geniuses like Hayao Miyazaki and Noam Chomsky, much of their work comes from a keen observation of society. They engage in people watching, capture nuances and can pick up on behavioural patterns. Check if the interviewee has an eye for detail. Their ability to gather information from subtle ideas will show that they are, indeed, a creative person. 2. What hours do they prefer working? This can be phrased as a direct question or you can lead the candidate to speak of their preferable working hours. Most creative people actually have odd working hours. Some feel productive in the wee hours of the morning while others might say they like working at night. Whatever might be the case, creative people have a distinct choice when it comes to when they like to work. They work the hours that work best for them. If the candidate voices a preference, it would suggest they get into their creative flow during that period. 3. How aware are they when they are in flow? Make them talk about something they feel passionate about. Creative people tend to lose track of time when engaged in activities they are genuinely invested in. But it’s important to keep time when it comes to business, right? Of course. But when you get better output by cutting a little slack, forcing a time schedule would kill the creativity that gives your team the edge in the first place. 4. Notice their dress sense How are they dressed for the interview? For startups that allow a casual dress code, most candidates would stick to what they feel comfortable wearing. If the candidate is a creative type, you’d notice their taste in fashion. Creative people have excellent taste and they know what works well on them. It would be a stretch to say all fashionable people are creative. But creative people are, for the most part, great when it comes to expressing their sense of style. 5. How do they rate themselves? Creative people tend to aim for bigger goals than others. They are always striving to achieve something more. They are their own biggest critic. So a creative individual would always see room for personal improvement. But they also happen to know their own strengths. Which means a creative person would expect a competent pay and might quote a higher package than your other candidates. 6. Watch how they communicate A creative might come across as eccentric at first encounter. If you pay attention, you’d see they have a personal approach to communicating ideas. This is a result of not conforming to the textbook approach and having their personal view of the world. They have a very clear grasp of the matters that interest them and discussing those would lead them to express things the same way they approach the subject in their mind. In fact, they are very good at getting ideas across in their own way. A candidate who shows these particular signs in their interview can be recognized as a creative type. It is important to note that hiring a creative or running a team of creatives is tough trade since they might not conform to traditional values. Often though, the outcome of their work is of far better quality just because they seek reward in improving themselves. About the author: Augustus Franklin is the founder and CEO of CallHub, a California-based Voice and SMS service company bridging the communication gap for political campaigns and advocacy groups. When he is not working, he is either making toys with his kids or training for a marathon.

Resume Temples - How to Make Your Resume Stand Out

Resume Temples - How to Make Your Resume Stand OutRecruiters and hiring managers often scan resumes, and the resume templates that you will find on your site may give them the impression that you don't know much about what you do. If you really want to stand out from the rest of the crowd, you need to be able to show off your skills, talents, and accomplishments.Your resume is a presentation that will tell recruiters and hiring managers what your skills are and how professional looking you make yourself. That's why it's so important to be as creative as possible with your resume, so that it conveys exactly what you're trying to say. There are a few easy tips that you can use that will help you make your resume more professional and impressive.One of the best resume tips that you can use is to use bullet points as a way to group and organize your skills, and good ideas. It's important to add in information like your job title, the position you are applying for, and other important inf ormation about yourself. By doing this, you can create an organized resume.You can also add in some colorful objects to draw the eye, and tie together the information you have included in your resume. For example, you can include some office pictures, or even the logo of the company. This can create a nice connection between your skills, and the company you are applying for.Another tip for professional use of bullets is to use them as a way to gather information. For example, you can group some of your accomplishments into a list of bullet points. Make sure you group them based on your job or career title, and make sure they are in the same place on each page.Your resume may also want to show some of your more recent achievements. In order to make this easier, you can use a calendar, or even a graph to display your recent accomplishments.Finally, when it comes to formatting your resume, you will want to make sure you write your job description in bold, at the top. You should also ad d in your cover letter in bold, and list down the types of qualifications that you have listed, or the jobs that you have held.If you follow these simple tips, you can make your resume a more professional look. And if you show the recruiter and hiring manager that you are serious about your career, they will be more likely to hire you.

How to Move Abroad and Take Your Job With You - Career Pivot

How to Move Abroad and Take Your Job With You - Career Pivot How to Move Abroad and Take Your Job With You Like many of us over 60 years of age, my wife and I are considering a move abroad. We are considering this because neither of us is yet eligible for Medicare and we are both self-employed. The current health care debate in Washington puts us in a very vulnerable place. I run a virtual business called Career Pivot where I help those in the 2nd half of life make career transitions. My wife is a massage therapist and would likely retire if we move abroad. This article originally appeared on FlexJobs.com in August of 2017 This is the first in an ongoing series calledHow to Move Abroad and Take Your Job With You Series I am writing this article to chronicle some of the decision points in what it would take to move my business outside of the United States. If you have a remote job, many of the same issues will apply to your situation. We are looking at Mexico, Ecuador, and Panama as likely destinations. The common theme is they are in roughly the same time zones as the United States. I want to address two areas in this post: technology, and transportation. Technology I have always said if I have a good Internet connection and a cell phone, I can work from anywhere. The first question is what defines a “good” Internet connection. For me it comes down to three factors: Can I receive and make phones call? Is there sufficient bandwidth for reasonable quality video calls? Is it reliable? Next is the cell phone service. What is the service provided locally, 2G, 3G, 4G, LTE or …Would I be able to function with a U.S.carrier like ATT, T-Mobile or Verizon? Would I need to get a local phone and phone plan from a local carrier? At the time of the publishing of this article, we have explored San Miguel de Allende, Mexico and Cuenca, Ecuador. Listen to the most recent episode Internet In both locations, we stayed at an Airbnb apartment with Wifi provided. I have a U.S. Skype phone number and was able to receive phone calls when I was connected to the Wifi with excellent quality. There are lots of ways to make calls back to the U.S. over the Internet but while traveling I required that all of my U.S. based clients call me. I was also able to take advantage of DropBox and Google Drive to transfer files to the various vendors I deal with on a regular basis. This includes audio files for my podcasting vendor and various text files for my virtual assistant. So far, I have not tried to make any video calls. I suspect I would have had sufficient bandwidth sometimes in Mexico but I doubt I would have been able to have a video call while in Ecuador. As a recovering engineer and a former telecomemployee, it was pretty obvious that the technology was 10-15 years behind what we see in the U.S. For those geeks in the audience, it was largely DSL. Cell Phone Many of the U.S. carriers extend their service to Mexico. It is the data plan that you need to pay extra and it can get expensive. When traveling to Ecuador my ATT plan was extended to Ecuador for $10/day which for a short trip is okay but for anything longer it gets expensive. When I was in Mexico, I purchased a one-month 200MB data plan for about $40. I discovered all kinds of tricks to reduce the amount of data I used such that I easily made it through the 7-day trip and did not exceed the limit. The various expat books I have read say when you are ready to move, get a smartphone in the U.S. and either purchase it unlocked or get the carrier to unlock the phone. The phone technology and service vary widely. I found in Cuenca, Ecuador I could go block to block and find the technology and carrier could switch. Today, I can be just about anywhere and conduct my business. If I move abroad I would have to be more careful in scouting out locations with good Internet service and use my smartphone carefully. Transportation The more I research transportation issues it becomes a more vital and topical subject. This is both air transportation to and from the U.S. and local transportation, i.e., is an automobile required? I have taught in 40 different countries but I have only lived abroad for no more than a couple of weeks twice â€" and that was in the 1980s was it was West Germany. I have thought about a move abroad for many years but have never acted on it. Air Travel For both San Miguel de Allende, Mexico and Cuenca, Ecuador your arrival does not end at the airport. Both areUNESCO World Heritage Sites and sport large expat communities. Neither is a short distance from an International airport. It is a 90-120 minute shuttle bus ride from San Miguel to an airport. Both coming and going you really need to arrange ground transportation carefully. Cuenca has a local airport convenient but all flights to and from the U.S. land in Quito, the capital, and connections between Quito and Cuenca do not synchronize. It is a two-day trip each way because somewhere along the way you have to spend a night either in a hotel or a VIP lounge. Why is this important? If I needed or wanted to travel to the U.S. for business I would need to add a day on each end of the trip. This can be important if you are pursuing the IRS Foreign Earned Income Exclusionwhere you pay no income tax if you are out of the U.S. for 330 days in a given year. I recently had a conversation with an International Living editor about this topic. He had lived in Ecuador for many years but had moved to Ajijic, Mexico because the closest airport had direct flights to San Diego. Why was this important? His grandchildren lived in San Diego. Local Travel Most Americans are addicted to their automobiles. Living in Austin, Texas I have slowly relinquished the need for a car. Last year, I put about 3,500 miles on my car because I work from home and live within 2 miles of most everything I need. I also have Car2Go available most of the time. Taxis and drivers for hire are plentiful in many of the locations we are exploring. This takes a bit of getting used to but not having to drive in a foreigncountry is a blessing. Besides not having to pay for car insurance, gasoline, maintenance, tolls, and other things using other forms of transportation can be quite a bit cheaper. It is the addiction of always having a car that makes it difficult for many Americans. What Else? I had planned on covering finances when you move abroad in the article. If all of your work is accomplished with clients and companies back in the U.S. you can keep all of your monies in U.S. banks and only transfer money to a local bank when required. Ecuador uses the US Dollar as it’s official currency. Besides most of these countries will not allow you to work for a local business or clients without making you jump through a lot of bureaucracy. The more I learn, the more questions I have. We have a trip planned to Ajijic, Mexico for the fall and Panama in the Winter. The speed of decision making will largely depend on what our friends in Washington, D.C. decide. All of the locations we are looking at have excellent hhealthcareat affordable prices. Purchasing health insurance that covers you outside of the U.S. is much more affordable than what we can get in the U.S. We are ready for an adventure to move abroad. Are you? To learn more check out theHow to Move Abroad and Take Your Job With You Series Page Marc Miller Like what you just read? 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5 Tips for Landing a Government Job - CareerAlley

5 Tips for Landing a Government Job - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. The largest employer in the worldis Wal-Mart (not counting the government agencies), at well over 2.3 million jobs. The US government employs over 1.8 million in a variety of jobs. A small percentage of these jobs are tied to whos in office, but most are (or can be) lifetime jobs. Most of these jobs are located throughout the US (not just in Washington D.C.). While the US Government is always looking to hire, now is especially a good time. According to Forbes magazine, well over 25% of government workers are eligible for retirement. That means there is a potential for a large number of jobs opportunities to open up in the next few months. So why would you want to work for the US Government? Great Benefits Healthcare, Retirement benefits. Vacation days tend to be better than private industry. Work Where You Want You can find government jobs all over the US (and overseas as well). Competitive Pay Starting salaries are competitive with private industry and more senior positions can pay annual salaries that range from $117,000 to $177,000. Additionally government job increases have grown faster than private industry. Jobs for All According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job opportunities are available for all levels of education. From GS-1 (no High School diploma) to GS-11 (Doctoral or professional degree). Types of Jobs: Administrative: According to OPM, nearly 40 percent of federal workers are in administrative occupations. These workers may handle payroll, train new employees, and develop standard operating procedures. This group includes human resources specialists, accountants, and logisticians. Professional: Workers in professional occupations may analyze policy, develop budgets, and provide healthcare services. These occupations include lawyers, financial managers, and registered nurses. Technical: These workers may design buildings, test consumer products, and control the spread of disease. Examples include chemists, mechanical engineers, and computer network administrators. Blue collar: Blue-collar employees may maintain heating and cooling systems, clean offices, and construct buildings. Occupations include janitors, sheet metal workers, and painters. Clerical: Workers in clerical occupations do office tasks such as data entry, filing documents, and answering the phone. Examples include information clerks, secretaries, and office clerks. Other: Workers who have tasks that do not fit neatly with those in another group are in other occupations. These occupations include firefighters, detectives, and correctional officers. Tips and Resources for Landing a Job: USA JOBS Might as well start at the source. This is the US Governments job search site. Type in a keyword and the location and the search tool returns jobs that match your criteria. If you dont know what you would like to do but know where, just type in a location and the search tool will return a list of jobs for that location. Each job opportunity lists the salary range, location, agency and who can apply. You can further refine your search by using the criteria on the left hand side of the screen. Create an account and you can save your search. Click on the job for more information and you can apply online as well. FedshireVets This is a portal to the US Federal Governments site for jobs for veterans of the US military services. There are many resources on this site (agency directory, success stories, etc.). Click on Job Seekers at the top of the page to get started (categories include Veterans, Transitioning Service Members and Family Members. Government Jobs for Students Recent Grads This is the US Governments job search link for internship opportunities and jobs for recent grads (click your preference). Both options work in a similar fashion to the main site as described in # 1 above. Create a Federal Resume In order to apply for US Government jobs, you will need a Federal Resume. The resume you use for private sector job opportunities should not be used. There are a few sites that can help with samples and tips so that you can create your Federal Resume version. One site, the Resume Place, will show you an outline format and a paper format to be used with the USA JOBS site. The site has additional formats further down on the homepage. Gogovernment.org is another site with resources for Federal Resumes. They show a compare and contrast (traditional resume versus Federal resume) as well as provide pointers/tips for creating your resume. Avoiding the Most Common USAJOBS.gov Mistakes This article provides some great tips on leveraging the USA JOBS site, including how to avoid mistakes that will keep you from getting a government job. 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 identify and land your dream job. 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

Stressed Out Go Zen for Relief! -

Stressed Out Go Zen for Relief! - Photo by Brittney Bush Are you stressed out?   So many of us are so busy  with our  work and personal lives, stopping to think how to keep everything in balance doesnt make the list of things to do.   Marci Albohers  Ã‚  Shifting Careers  column in the New York Times recently recounted a session with Jennifer Edwards, whom she describes as a stress reduction educator with a background in dance, meditation and yoga.  Ã‚   Ms. Edwards encouraged the group to focus not on the actual stress point itself (the complaining co-worker, the high price of gas), but instead on the stories we tell ourselves about these things and the way we respond to them that causes the stress.   Some of you may be familiar with the Buddhist state of  nonattachment.   This involves avoiding judgements and expectations in your daily interactions.   We cant control the stressors, but we can control our REACTION to the stress.   Yes, it is possible not to get your blood pressure up every time someone cuts you off on the highway or a co-worker shirks a responsibility.   (Maybe it takes some practice, though!) Alboher  mentions the physical techniques she learned in her workshop, such as pausing during long stretches at our computers and applying some pressure to a point near the elbow  (that)helps reduce strain caused by repetitive movements like typing on a keyboard. After a long day myself, a new pressure point seems just the trick!   Does it work for you? A long job hunt causing you stress?   Keppie Careers can help.   Let us encourage, enlighten and empower you for success by writing your resume, teaching you how to find a job and supporting you every step of the way.