How To Get Around the Ridiculous LinkedIn Search Limitations

How To Get Around the Ridiculous LinkedIn Search Limitations I blogged about this here: Bogus: LinkedIn search limits Ive been following threads by people who do LinkedIn training, like career counselors, and individuals who own their own business.  This limitation hampers their ability to promote LinkedIn, and even show how to do a good search, in LinkedIn.  Paying for a normal account might not even solve the problem. Until someone at LinkedIn wakes up and pulls the plug on this horrific limitation that is only making LinkedIn unusable by people (ask me how I really feel), Ill suggest a workaround for you. I actually blogged about the hack back in 2011 (and a few other times): Do you use Site:______ in Google searches?  I DO!  (I even have pretty color coded pictures on that blog post) Heres what you do: instead of going into LinkedIn to do a search for a person, place, company, etc., just do it in Google. Its a normal search, but at the beginning of the search box you put this: site:linkedin.com You can copy and paste that all it does is says Google, do a search for _______ but only search on this one website, which happens to be LinkedIn. A few things to note: This works on other search engines (but they might have different way to do it). You can even do it on LinkedIn (see here) This is the super simple way to do it you can get much more advanced. Check out the four examples listed towards the top of this post. The search results come back in Google (or whatever search engine you are using), which means it doesnt count against your search quota in LinkedIn. You dont even have to login to LinkedIn to do this. Google isnt limiting your search results, yet :p There you go enjoy this fix for now.  Hopefully you wont have to for long. How To Get Around the Ridiculous LinkedIn Search Limitations I blogged about this here: Bogus: LinkedIn search limits Ive been following threads by people who do LinkedIn training, like career counselors, and individuals who own their own business.  This limitation hampers their ability to promote LinkedIn, and even show how to do a good search, in LinkedIn.  Paying for a normal account might not even solve the problem. Until someone at LinkedIn wakes up and pulls the plug on this horrific limitation that is only making LinkedIn unusable by people (ask me how I really feel), Ill suggest a workaround for you. I actually blogged about the hack back in 2011 (and a few other times): Do you use Site:______ in Google searches?  I DO!  (I even have pretty color coded pictures on that blog post) Heres what you do: instead of going into LinkedIn to do a search for a person, place, company, etc., just do it in Google. Its a normal search, but at the beginning of the search box you put this: site:linkedin.com You can copy and paste that all it does is says Google, do a search for _______ but only search on this one website, which happens to be LinkedIn. A few things to note: This works on other search engines (but they might have different way to do it). You can even do it on LinkedIn (see here) This is the super simple way to do it you can get much more advanced. Check out the four examples listed towards the top of this post. The search results come back in Google (or whatever search engine you are using), which means it doesnt count against your search quota in LinkedIn. You dont even have to login to LinkedIn to do this. Google isnt limiting your search results, yet :p There you go enjoy this fix for now.  Hopefully you wont have to for long. How To Get Around the Ridiculous LinkedIn Search Limitations I blogged about this here: Bogus: LinkedIn search limits Ive been following threads by people who do LinkedIn training, like career counselors, and individuals who own their own business.  This limitation hampers their ability to promote LinkedIn, and even show how to do a good search, in LinkedIn.  Paying for a normal account might not even solve the problem. Until someone at LinkedIn wakes up and pulls the plug on this horrific limitation that is only making LinkedIn unusable by people (ask me how I really feel), Ill suggest a workaround for you. I actually blogged about the hack back in 2011 (and a few other times): Do you use Site:______ in Google searches?  I DO!  (I even have pretty color coded pictures on that blog post) Heres what you do: instead of going into LinkedIn to do a search for a person, place, company, etc., just do it in Google. Its a normal search, but at the beginning of the search box you put this: site:linkedin.com You can copy and paste that all it does is says Google, do a search for _______ but only search on this one website, which happens to be LinkedIn. A few things to note: This works on other search engines (but they might have different way to do it). You can even do it on LinkedIn (see here) This is the super simple way to do it you can get much more advanced. Check out the four examples listed towards the top of this post. The search results come back in Google (or whatever search engine you are using), which means it doesnt count against your search quota in LinkedIn. You dont even have to login to LinkedIn to do this. Google isnt limiting your search results, yet :p There you go enjoy this fix for now.  Hopefully you wont have to for long.

Sleep Quantity vs. Quality

Sleep Quantity vs. Quality Are you fretting about not getting your full recommended 7 to 8 hours sleep a night? Whilst your sleep needs vary by age, we’re here to delve into whether it’s really the amount of hours you’re getting or is it the actual quality of your sleep that is the most important factor? What makes us the experts? Well, here at Booths Furniture we’ve been a supplier of comfortable beds and countless sleep-filled nights to thousands of happy customers over our 50-year history; basically, we know what it takes for you to get a good night’s sleep! How Much Sleep Do I Actually Need? As we previously mentioned, how much sleep you actually need depends on your age. You shouldn’t get hung up on how many actual hours a night you are getting; sleeping fewer hours, or waking up in the night, can often be cause for concern for some people; owing this to them feeling tired throughout the day. But is it actually the quality of the sleep that is causing this? The National Sleep Foundation in the UK has a guide on the ‘recommended’ hours of sleep each age group should be getting each night, but as lifestyle factors impact on how different people react to different amounts of sleep, there isn’t a one size fits all when it comes to sleep. We know that getting a good night’s sleep is important, and the emphasis is on ‘good’; each of us spends up to a third of our lives asleep, it is an essential part of human life. Our sleep cycle, or “circadian rhythm”, changes with age for example as shown above, a new born baby will need significantly more sleep than an elderly person, who is more likely to rise early with naps throughout the day. What Will Give Me A Better Night’s Sleep? There are many things that will contribute to you getting a better quality of sleep, and we are recommended many of them daily by health specialists looking to make people understand the importance of getting quality sleep throughout the night. In an increasingly digital age, more and more people are finding it hard to switch off from their devices, but the key to getting a quality night’s sleep is finding time to unwind before you get into bed by setting up the right environment. Did you know you should get a new bed and mattress every 8 years? Putting your trust in Booths Furniture to provide you with the comfort and support of a brand new mattress from Tempur or Sealy will significantly improve your night’s sleep as Overall, we know it is the quality of the sleep you are getting which will ultimately make you more productive throughout the day and generally improve your health. All those times you wake up earlier than your alarm, celebrating the fact that you’ve got an extra hour in bed, you might feel the benefit of starting your day when you naturally wake up. Image Source; Image Source; Image Source

Whats Your Take On Independence

Whats Your Take On Independence Did you miss the July Ms Career Girl Newsletter?  Here it is for your convenience! What’s your take on Independence? In the United States, July is the time for celebrating Independence Day.   Meanwhile, we’ve all been witness to Brexit, the decision of Great Britain to separate itself from European Community.   At first glance, the two don’t appear to be related.   On closer look, there’s an underlying theme that is worthy of a bit more consideration. We’re all most familiar with the term “independence” as it relates to politics.   Hardly a day goes by with a news story of some political entity somewhere in the world seeking to be autonomous and to cut itself free from larger governing bodies.   But it seems to me this is just an outward manifestation of the fire that burns within all of us as individuals.   The desire to be free and independent.   The right to choose our own path.   The opportunity to make our mark on life and be the master of our own destiny. Over the past few months, Ms Career Girl has published a number of articles that encourage an independent, entrepreneurial attitude of living. What better time of year to focus in on that than now, when the eyes and minds of the world are watching both the results and the current process of declaring one’s independence. In our busy world, it’s easy to become lost in the gears of the cultural and economic machines that hum around us.   It seems like we’re an inconsequential and replaceable cog that at any moment might be discarded for the next newer and better version.   But what if we raised up our head and reconnected to the fire that burns within us?   What if we decided that our dreams and goals and passions are worthy of declaring our own personal independence? Of course, such a declaration is never without risk.   Sometimes, the costs of such daring are severe.   But uniformly, there are huge benefits even when we fall short of our goal.   For we have come one step closer to it.   I’m reminded of this super inspirational video that shouts “claim your place in the world.” Take a look. All of us have dreams, we have a purpose that yearns to be set free.   In these times of national celebrations of independence and unfolding declarations of independence, why not declare yours? I’ve gathered some of my favorite articles from Ms Career Girl columnists, as well as around the web,   that I’ve found particularly motivating and inspiring.   For me, they’ve stoked the fires of my own desires to step up to all the dreams and passions and potential that live within me.   I hope they do the same for you. Love life more. Sincerely, Any questions or stories? Share it with us. Email [emailprotected]  or tweet  @MsCareerGirl! P.S.  If you would like to join me and my fellow columnists in writing for Ms. Career Girl, please send a quick email for more details. Our secret Facebook Group is always welcome to new members to share the perks (media events, product reviews, etc.) and share their stories with our 30,000+ readers! 6 Things You Can Learn From Your Job Search The notion of  independence shouldnt be confused with withdrawing from the life or the world in any way. In fact, youre more fully engaged, alive, and constantly learning. Our top columnist Kelly Christiansen shares how she learned great lessons during her job search.  Check out her insights and thought-provoking perspectives here. A California Girls Courageous Solo Bike Journey One of the driving forces of independence is courage.  Courage to look challenges and adventures square in the face and simply take it on.  Yeah, to take on life in w whole different way. I met 21 year old  Amanda Schik on the road in the midst of her 2300 mile motorcycle adventure. Read her story here. How To Make It As A Young Woman In The Entertainment Industry Independence means breaking free of and through the limits that circumstances and other people may try to impose on you. Its about seeing what you want and going for it. Guest columnist  Jackie Augustus  knows  from experience and gives this inspiring insider look of how its done. Even if entertainment isnt for you, youll want to read about it here. Its a whole new world out there.  The new normal is pursuing your own dreams around your own business.  But sometimes its daunting to see the path from startup to having enough revenue to pay for rent and food.  From The Next Web, Sean Kim shines a clear light on how its done in this article you wont want to miss.  The most valuable commodity we have is our time.  And were just beginning to see a shift in awareness to that reality.Stephan Aarstol  tells how and why his company works a 5 hour work day. The book wont be released until July 15, but get his insights on how to stop running and start living here.  

The time is right to ask for perks

The time is right to ask for perks The deluge of press about the difficulty of attracting and keeping Generation Y employees is amazing. Heres an example of a press release pandering to the media infatuation with the topic. Even the sheep are suffering : Fewer and fewer people are choosing the sheep and beef industry as a career. There are huge job choices across a wide range of industries and for young people, the world is their oyster. Now is a great time to start asking for a wider range of benefits from your employer. Companies are beginning to understand that if they dont start caving to Generation Y demands then there wont be quality job applicants. Ask for flexible schedules and jobs that foster personal growth because that will make the most impact on your life. Pat Katepoo gives good advice on how to ask. Not that Generation X didnt want this stuff in a job ten years ago. But Generation X did not have the demographic power to demand it. Generation Y does, and employers are shaking in their boots. Finally.

6 Jobs That Will Be In Demand In 2020!

6 Jobs That Will Be In Demand In 2020! Rapid advancements in technology can be both scary and exhilarating. For the job market, however, the changes are quite frequent. Those wanting to search for jobs in the near future may find the landscape very different from what they expected.Of course, the main reason behind the shifting job landscape is automation. Computer programs are growing smarter. Big data and deep learning mean that computers are moving forward on their own. This means that many jobs just may not b available for humans anymore.evalThere’s no need to panic though. Where there is job loss, there is always job creation.Below are several jobs that would either still be in demand in 2020, or would be new positions due to the shifts in technology. Read on to find a potential career for your future:1. Specialized SalespeopleMany companies could be thrown off course when technology invades their field. The company itself may adapt to this new advancement, but its customers may not be able to do the same.For insta nce, solar panels are now facing replacement by smaller and thinner substitutes. These could be solar tiles that form a whole roof, or even thin sheets printed with solar ink.Now customers have just gotten used to installing huge solar panels on their roofs. Companies would have to convince them of the benefits gained by making the switch. For this, they need a convincing and charismatic sales team. This, along with excellent customer service, is what would bring them, new clients, as well as retain old ones.Additionally, solar power companies and those in other industries would also need to cater to a wider range of clients. The connected world is likely to bring in potential customers from all over the world. There would hence be a greater demand for people who could convince foreign companies, individuals, and even governments, to consider their product or service.Moreover, salespeople who have an innate knowledge of digital marketing, mobile advertising, and general know-how wou ld be sure to have a place.evalThere is only so much a robot can explain. Plus, people usually prefer to talk to a real human being for their queries and complaints. Hence, a career in sales could be the next most lucrative decision!2. Someone To Analyze DataThe world of modern digital advertising is focused on gathering data about consumers. Surveys, feedback forms, and discussion forums mean that there’s a huge amount of data to process.When analyzed well, this data could have a positive influence on developing marketing strategy. A shoddy analysis, on the other hand, could mean a huge flop for any business.Hence, all companies would be looking for professional data analysts by the year 2020. This is even more likely because technology would have caused many upheavals by then. This would, in turn, lead to quite a bit of analyzing to be done.evalSo sharpen those analytic skills and take some courses now! This is just the time to get enough experience so that you could be in high demand come 2020.3. Computer And Mathematical OccupationsThe increase in technology would definitely mean that those who can control would be in demand. Hence, you simply cannot go wrong with a background in computer science or any branch of mathematics. After all, it is people in these fields that have taken technology to where it’s standing today.Jobs for those in these fields are already soaring to new heights. It’s the age of the geek, and things are only going to get better for them. Software engineers and developers, computer programmers, information security analysts can all look forward to having a secure career in 2020.4. Architects And EngineersWith the continued influence of technology, the demographics of society are also expected to change. We would need to move towards more vertical development. This would necessitate more architecture and engineering work.As a result, engineers and architects are likely to stay in great demand. Their value would only go up as we a pproach 2020 and beyond.Engineering backgrounds in materials, robotics, technology at all levels and biochemicals would probably be among the topmost demanded in the labor market.According to a report from the World Economic Forum, by 2020 engineering and architectural jobs with a computer and mathematical relevance would be created in high numbers. An estimate of 2 million is put forward for now.5. TeachersThe noble profession of teaching is often underestimated and underpaid. However, with technology would come the need to teach more and more new things every day. Hence, professional teachers for all kinds of developing fields would be the need of the hour.Moreover, a proper civilization is always in need of good teachers. It is to be hoped that teachers get the recognition and they pay they rightly deserve. This would then result in more qualified people choosing to teach rather than give it up for a more lucrative position.6. Senior Management PositionsevalBusinesses would be go ing through some very serious transitions in the near future. 2020 would probably have companies switching over to new kinds of data analysis, problem-solving software, and gaining more digital access.Obviously, the senior management in such businesses would have to be the best in the field.In order to cope with the many changes, senior managers would need to adopt new kinds of skills. These would help the whole organization to transform and keep up with the times with a minimum of loss. The media and entertainment industry would probably be most in need of such managers.Television is on the way out, and live streaming is in. Hence, managers need to understand and work with this relatively new medium. Other examples of industries with this need include the information industry, as well as anything to do with advertising.CONCLUSIONLabor markets are going through quick transformations, but humans are also nothing if not adaptive. There’s no need to fear the future or to avoid it. An yone can start working on a new set of skills today. There will be a struggle, but it does get easier.eval

How To Rise To The Occasion

How To Rise To The Occasion You have to put yourself in uncomfortable situations in order to learn and grow and become your best. If you’re always doing things you know you can do, then you are missing opportunities to learn about yourself. You need to be testing your limits. Expanding your horizons. Collecting and curating the experiences you need in order to prepare yourself. Sometimes the most transformative experiences are the ones that you don’t intend to have. The ones that are thrust on you. And you then discover things about yourself you otherwise wouldn’t have known. My father steps up In my father’s case, he was 15 years old and traveling back to school in Beijing from his home in Shanghai by boat. Worried about his traveling alone for the first time, his mother arranged for a responsible adult, Mrs. Wang, to take him along with her own three children. Within an hour of leaving the port in Shanghai, Mrs. Wang became seasick. She was so ill that she couldn’t get out of bed. My father ended up looking after her as well as her three kids for the entire journey, including finding food and medicine and babysitting the children. As a result, my father realized that he could do anything! It was a great confidence builder. In my case, I was given a choice. The challenge I said “no” to I was in New York at the time. Having been given new responsibilities 12 months previously, I was finally feeling like I had things just about under control. I had been through a whole annual cycle and gotten my bearings. The travel was manageable, and I had gotten my job “in a box” sufficiently to be able to spend most weekends at home with my husband and three young children. Things were going well. Then, I was asked if I wanted to move to London and start up the corporate bond origination business for the firm. A big new opportunity driven by the advent of the euro currency. I said no. Why would I want to leave the role I had only recently been given, uproot my entire family and take on this big new challenge 3,000 miles away from home base? It scared me just to think about it. It was ludicrous. Obviously out of the question. We all need a push When I got home and told my husband, he surprised me by saying, “of course you should do it.” Not only did he see it as a great career opportunity for me, it would be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our children to experience another culture. Plus, as far as he was concerned, this would be “golf heaven” since the UK is where the game was invented. Maybe he could finally fulfill his dream of becoming a “scratch” golfer (which means shooting par on every hole â€" a very good thing in golf). That was the push I needed to step up and say yes. Something I wouldn't have had the guts to do if left to my own devices. So I sheepishly went back to my boss the next morning (“Er, you know that London thing I turned down yesterday? Is it still available?”), and the rest is history. The confidence boost As it turns out, going to London was a great career experience and the whole family loved it. 18 years later, it’s still home. We’ll never know what would have happened if we had stayed in New York, but there’s no question in my mind that I became a more effective leader and manager as a result. Mainly because the assignment stretched me to my very limits, and coming out okay at the other end gave me confidence to tackle just about any challenge that gets thrown my way. In life, there are challenges that we seek out, and others that are thrust upon us. Both are good. What matters is that we continue to be challenged. It’s the only way to learn, grow and improve. The most important thing it teaches you is this: you can and will rise to the occasion. You may not do everything perfectly, but what matters is that you do it, and keep getting back on the horse when you’re thrown off. And by the way, you can expect to get thrown off from time to time, even if you’re a super successful achiever. It just means you’re pushing yourself forward, which is a good thing. In fact, you’ll learn even more when you have those bumps in the road, and will have more tools in your arsenal for the next time. How you can rise to the occasion When it comes to facing that new challenge, here are a few things to keep in mind to help you rise to the occasion. 1. Adopt a bias toward action Of course you want to do your “due diligence” and explore the benefits and risks of the new endeavor before jumping in. And definitely consult with your mentors and personal “brain trust” to make sure you understand the pitfalls as well as potential. But all things equal, you’ll grow and develop more if your bias is toward “yes”. Grabbing that new challenge is likely to provide a superior opportunity to learn and to be visible versus staying where you are and doing the same things you’ve always done. As the saying goes, “who dares wins”. 2. Negotiate the conditions for success Make sure you’ve identified what needs to be true in order for you to fulfill the challenge successfully. This is important to do not only on your own behalf, but it’s also in the interest of your organization. After all, it’s in both parties’ interests for you to succeed and deliver that great result. So remember to agree what success looks like, and ask for the resources needed to achieve that positive outcome. And leave open the opportunity to revisit this at an intermediate point when you know more. 3. Remember that human beings do this Once you’ve taken on the challenge, no one is expecting super human effort so don’t burn yourself out. Manage yourself and your time well. Resist the urge to put undue pressure on yourself to perform everything perfectly right now. Speaking from experience, this can backfire if taken to an extreme. Even now, I can hear my French team member quoting to me from French philosopher Voltaire who said, “Le mieux est l’enemi du bien”. This translates to “perfect is the enemy of good enough”. And we humans are definitely not perfect. 4. Keep your wits about you It’s important to stay in the moment when you’re facing a challenge. That way, you can more accurately take stock of what’s going on around you, observe how others are reacting, and respond in the appropriate way. It’s also what allows you to be resourceful and creative in getting what you need in order to achieve the goals you’ve set. 5. Don't take things personally It helps to find some ease and enjoyment even as you’re dealing with the new and unknown. When you’re “loose”, you’re better able to let things roll off your back and not take things personally. Those of us who are overly earnest have a harder time with this one, but it’s definitely worth reminding yourself that “it’s nothing personal”. 6. Relate it to something you know It’s helpful to find the connection between your new challenge and some aspect of the familiar. This makes it easier to find your flow and to feel more comfortable. For example, if you’re managing a team for the first time, then could you recall the style and approach of a great team leader you’ve experienced in the past? Perhaps it’s the coach of a sports team. Or if you’re speaking at your first board meeting, could you channel Diane from TV show The Good Wife? And sometimes it will be a combination of different experiences that will help the most. 7. Keep going I can guarantee you that you’ll face tough going and head winds for at least part of the journey of doing something challenging. That’s why it’s important to have done that due diligence up front to make sure there’s a high likelihood that it will be worth it. And when those moments, weeks or months come up, you have to just keep going. Keep your eye on the bigger goal. Find moments of ease and enjoyment. Don’t take things too seriously. In the words of Winston Churchill, “When you’re going through hell, just keep going.” Taking up your challenge Now, go out and find the challenge you want to take on next. Or take on the challenge you’ve been offered after you’ve done your homework and negotiated for the conditions needed for success. It’s the best way to ensure that you keep learning, keep growing, and keep moving forward. It’s also a great way to build your confidence. So, what’s the challenge you will take on to stretch yourself and build greater confidence? Leave a comment below and let me know.

Professional Resume Writing Service

Professional Resume Writing ServiceProfessional resume writing service in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania can help you write your resume better than anyone else. If you are feeling a little lost and confused about what you should put on your resume, a professional resume writing service can help you get a feel for the hiring process, and help you land a job. And, you'll be impressed with the professionalism of the process.Professional resume writing services can help you find the right words to put on your resume. They have the skills and knowledge to help you stand out from the crowd of other applicants. They can help you get to the interview stage without needing to do a lot of extra legwork.Your resume needs to do its job during the interview stage, so having the correct words on it can mean the difference between you getting an interview or getting the call off. That's why having a professional resume writing service in Pittsburgh PA will help you ace the interview stage. And, you'll lea ve with the job.After the hiring process is over, you need to review your resume. You may not even realize that your writing is not up to par. After all, the hiring firm or company is looking for someone who can fit the role of the position.So, review your resume and see if you need some professional help. Or, perhaps you could take your resume to a professional resume writing service to have them edit it and add to it based on their own research and experience.A good way to ensure that you have a good job is to use a service that is known for the quality of work they put out. And, you want your resume to get noticed when employers look through it.If you aren't sure how to go about getting a professional resume writing service in Pittsburgh PA, you may want to consult with a professional. Your future employer will know you have the right skills to get the job.It is important to know where you are headed and what your career path should be. Having a professional resume writing servic e in Pittsburgh PA can help you get on the right path.