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Are you unemployed or do you know of someone that is?
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Saturday, 15 November 08 - 12:14 AM (GMT -05:00) in Oatmeal for Dinner |
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The immigrants of the late 1800's and early 1900's were remarkable people. I have always thought that there is much we can learn from them and their experiences- especially during these turbulent economic times.
They often times created their own opportunities. A job was not always waiting for them. Instead they would tap into their own skills and offer their services- as a bricklayer, a shoemaker, a baker or a seamstress for example.
They overcame significant barriers. Many could not speak, read or write English. They endured a long journey across the pond-sometimes along with illness. When they arrived, there was not always housing waiting. They suddenly found themself in a strange place with nowhere to go.
They learned to earn a living. They either set up their own shop or served as an apprentice to others in acquiring needed skills. In addition, they continued to focus on hard work and high quality output.
They sacrificed by going without many conveniences that today we take for granted.
What can we learn from them? Although there is much more, the lessons of independence, perserverance and discipline come to mind.
Find a direction- not a job. It's a different way of approaching your work as a part of your life. The immigrants had a direction- to the US.
Don't look for employers to create opportunities for you. Billion dollar corporations with job openings were not waiting for the immigrants to arrive. Instead they exercised their independence to provide for themself and their families.
Don't sweat the small stuff- and it's all small stuff. The barriers faced by the immigrants were significant compared to those faced by many people today. Plan to perservere, believing that better days are ahead.
Michael Caine had a good quote: "Be like a duck. Calm on the surface, but always paddling like the dickens underneath."
As you are searching for the right path, remember the immigrants. Remarkable.
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Lost and found
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Friday, 14 November 08 - 12:41 PM (GMT -05:00) in Oatmeal for Dinner |
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Most of us have lost something at one time or another. Maybe it was our keys, important paperwork or just an umbrella. Whatever it was, it probably showed up eventually. Now that's unlike some really important things that we can lose and maybe never get back. Have you ever lost your hearing or sight? What about a friend? Maybe a spouse, parent or child? Or how about what may be the most terrible loss one could suffer---your hope?
Some losses can sap one of their hope. They can create despair and fuel a stream of negative emotions and poor decision making. They can also force one to look closely at what they do have and develop a greater sense of appreciation. Remember that, in a moment, we can be overtaken by loss and our life changed forever.
A time of great loss is a time of adversity. Most certainly, periods of unemployment and suffering financial loss are adverse circumstances. Ironically your loss may be necessary to allow you to prosper. It provides a decision point. It demands that you learn humility and patience. It tests your hope. It shows us that we are not in control of our suffering or circumstances. We learn to let go and let God.
Our plan should extend beyond our time on this earth. Don't be overly preoccupied with material possessions. That does not mean you should seek to be poor. It does mean that we should live within our means, display generosity despite our circumstances, appreciate what we do have and always be hopeful in faith. The current financial crisis is an example of the destruction of excesses.
Until next time, be careful of the treasures you seek and remain hopeful. See your "losses" as what they really are- a chance to continue to chisel out your real purpose in this world.
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The waiting game
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Thursday, 13 November 08 - 12:08 PM (GMT -05:00) in Oatmeal for Dinner |
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Nobody likes to wait nowadays. Instant gratification is 'in' and patience is 'out'. You can see this at work most anywhere you go. Just remember the fable of The Tortoise and the Hare. Slow and steady will win the race. Keep this in mind as you seek out the path best for you. Keep your emotions- high and low- evenly measured. Your dividends will be paid later.
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Wednesday, 12 November 08 - 02:49 PM (GMT -05:00) in Oatmeal for Dinner |
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Should you outsource yourself?
We have read for many years about jobs being outsourced. In some cases, former employees have even been hired back to the employer originally terminating them.
Consider your skill set and whether it makes sense for you to pursue an outsourcing arrangement with your former employer or a new one. A common reason often cited by employers as outsourcing certain job functions is lower costs. If you can offfer your services at a competitive rate, that is a good start for negotiation. But you don't want to work for less- right? That is where efficiency comes in. If you can offer your services at a specified rate, offer a specified output in exchange and produce your services more efficiently than currently performed, you will have a winning combination. With that in mind, spend some time thinking about the inefficiences you have observed in your line of work or industry and how you could perform tasks more efficiently. Employers large and small could benefit. You can potentially increase your compensation per hour as well. Take advantage of the disorganization which some employees often complain about.
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Monday, 10 November 08 - 10:42 PM (GMT -05:00) in Oatmeal for Dinner |
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Many jobseekers are perplexed when they are told they are "overqualified" for a job. After all, how could anyone have too many qualifications? Being repeatedly told that one is overqualified can be frustrating.
I believe that many times these conversations start with an insecure hiring manager. An organization should be interested in hiring the most qualified person for a job. But that's not always how the process works. Sometimes there is a fear that someone who is overqualified could actually take the hiring managers job. At the organizations expense, these managers find employees that are not a threat to themself or their own job. In a difficult economy, this scenario can become more prevalent. There can be other reasons too. For example, the employer may fear a qualified candidate would quickly jump ship as soon as a better opportunity comes along.
If you are told you that are overqualified, keep this in mind. Overqualified can really translate into the word threat. In that case, this particular employer is probably not for you anyway. Don't be discouraged. Part ways politely and take your skills where they will be utilized and appreciated.
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Wednesday, 05 November 08 - 05:04 PM (GMT -05:00) in Oatmeal for Dinner |
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