Everyday Prosthetic Fingers

Everyday Prosthetic Fingers Everyday Prosthetic Fingers Everyday Prosthetic FingersIn a former life, Dan Didrick fabricated cosmetic handglieds. The key word in that phrase is cosmetic.The fingers were only a silicon cap that doesnt bend, Didrick said. We call them Sunday fingers because you wear them to church or dinner and then throw them in a drawer for the week.Bedeviled by the cosmetic fingers shortcomings, he invented X-Finger, surgical steel fingers that move, flex, and grasp, just like the wearers original fingers.You can move them as quickly as you can move your prior finger plus because its common to flex your finger from open to closed and the X Finger follows motion of a residual finger, theres no learning curve, Didrick said. A patient can use the device right away after putting it on. They could immediately catch a tossed ball that they see from the corner of their eye.Along the 10-year path since his first prototype, Didrick patented the devicewhich uses no electronics himself, sought and received coverage from all major medical insurers for the fingers, and taught himself computer-aided konzeption (CAD). That last bit, he said, welches the easiest.A huge proportion of nonfatal accidental amputations involve fingers. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that finger losses account for about 94% of job-related amputations.So Didrickwho got his start in prosthethics as a child, by using materials from his fathers dental office to make movie-quality monster masksput his skills to use fabricating prosthetic fingers.But his world, and his job, changed when he met a man who had lost several fingers in an accident and who welches deaf. The loss of the fingers made it impossible to communicate in sign language.I started by actually carving components out of wood and assembling them into reciprocating series of components that, through leverages, force the mechanics in the shape of a finger to move from a straight to a bent position from straight t o a fist, Didrick said.Many amputees retain part of their finger. So the device, when fitted over the hand and the residual finger or fingers, lets a patient move his or her X-Finger by moving the residual finger from extended to bent.X-Fingers, invented by Dan Didrick, are prosthetic fingers that can be manipulated by wearers through use of their residual finger or fingers. The device lets them regain full use of their finger or fingers.So I came up with the assembly, but I was just carving them out of wood, Didrick said. Then I started seeking out design engineers. Thats when I realized it can cost tens of thousands of dollars to have a design engineer create an assembly of this nature.Though he had majored in business in college, Didrick rose to this first challenge as he would rise to many others while launching X-Finger. He simply bought a CAD packageSolidWorks, from the company in Concord, MAand quickly ran through the tutorial.Then I just started designing the components, he said. It only took about two weeks to get the first design. I shipped those to a manufacturer and they replicated them using an EDM machine and sent back components.Because all amputation cases are different, Didrick went on to develop what he called an erector set of parts that could be assembled into more than 500 different configurations. That number is likely much higher than 500, but once I got that high, I became confused counting them, he said.The device is composed of stainless steel, with a plastic cap that sits on the tip of the finger and another bit of plastic that sits at the flange. This is covered with a thermoplastic cosmetic skin that is soft and resists tearing. Think of what an artificial fishing worm feels like and how it can stretch.We actually contacted a company that was doing a job for the military, and theyd formulated thermoplastic to the same durometer reading as human skin so its almost eerie to touch it, in that it feels like skin, Didrick said.Each fing er contains 23 moving parts, though depending on the complexity of the casesuch as whether the wearer retains a residual finger or notit could contain more. For those without residual fingers, a wire runs into the webbing between the fingers to receive open and flex impulses. The device is attached to the wrist and fitted over the hand and the residual fingers.It was really challenging replacing the ring and middle finger. The joint that controls those residual fingers is in your hand, Didrick said. But in this case it needs a probe that goes down into the webbing between the fingers to be controlled by that joint.For those who have lost four fingers, the device allows the movement of the palm to control all the artificial fingers.Post EngineeringThough hed invented the worlds first active prosthetic finger (the passive type is the cosmetic Sunday finger), Didrick, who now owns Didrick Medical of Naples, FL, was still an industry outsider.He bought a book called Patent It Yourself b y David Pressman (1979 McGraw-Hill and since updated) and spent a year writing his own patent.Once the device was patented, FDA representatives and some online help taught him how to write a 513(d) document necessary for device evaluation. Didrick sent his evaluation to the agency and soon received a positive response. X-Fingers (the plural, used when the device contains more than one finger) had been registered with the FDA.The next step was receiving insurance approval for the fingers. After he won approval from the FDA, he went on to get approval from all major insurance companies, which now cover X-Fingers.From there, the device began taking off. The need was great, Didrick said. Many amputees had been awaiting something like this.Whats little realized, he said, is how many children lose fingers. The largest group of people who lose fingers outside the workplace are children under five, who undergo finger amputation due to accidents like slamming them in a car door.He also has l earned that one out of 200 people will lose one or more fingers within their lifetime. That statistic takes into account people living all over the world.Its not only machinists who lose fingers, Didrick said.Because his device is powered by the body, literally the wearer is flexing and bending his hand.You can see a video demonstration of the X-Finger here.Many of Didricks customers pay a deposit in advance, which helps finance the four-employee company and its continued innovations.Whats New and Next?After his initial success, Didrick began routinely traveling to the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio and to the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC, to fit wounded soldiers. He has also has fitted British soldiers with the device.The U.S. Department of Defense asked him to design an artificial thumb, which he has also done. Its not surprisingly called the X-Thumb.Hes now at work on a thin glove that would enable those with paralyzed hands who retain some mobilit y in the wrist to use that mobility to control their hands.Didrick is also trying to help children whose insurance companies deny them coverage because they grow out of their prosthetics too fast. The costs of producing childrens X-Fingers are high because of the variation in injuries and finger dimensions in smaller fingers and hands. Hes recently established the nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, World Hand Foundation, to cover costs to provide X-Fingers for those who cannot afford to pay for them.And hes still using his original CAD package.If we needed the funds to hire a professional design team wed never be able to do this, Didrick said.You can move them as quickly as you can move your prior finger plus because...the X-Finger follows the motion of a residual finger, theres no learning curve.Dan Didrick, X-Fingers Inventor

Ice Fishing from Your Vehicle

Ice Fishing from Your Vehicle Ice Fishing from Your Vehicle Lets face it one of the big complaints about ice fishing would be that its...uh...cold. Well, how about just driving to the spot you like, parking, and fishing in your vehicle at a comfortable 72 degrees? The SnoBear is a track system vehicle that can hit 20+ mph and allows you to not only fish in toasty conditions, but, just as importantly, quickly move to the next spot if there isnt anything biting.Moving on tracks made of Camoplast, the body is fiberglass on the outer shell and has solid foam for warmth. The motor is actually a 1.6-liter Hyundai. The original version, however, had a Daihatsu 3-cylinder, according to engineer Tom Lykken, the original designer.Mario Nozzarella, general manager of SnoBear USA, Fargo, ND, explains that one of the keys to the design is that the PSI of the tires is less than one. Obviously the more pressure on the ice, the more apt that it will go through it, Nozzarella says. Another element is the Acralift ordnungsprinzip the hydraulics, which will raise and lower the vehicle so when you drive out on the ice you can push a button that retracts the tracks and it lowers it down a foot. It lets you set flat on the ice and when you draw your holes, then you are closer to the water. Instead of two or three feet off the ice, youre within 10 inches instead.For added safety, the tracks distribute the weight of the vehicle to less than one pound per square inch. Image SnoBearThe brake system is a key aspect of steering, an independent brake on each track, two pedals side by side and small enough to push both of them down with your foot, Nozzarella says. If you push down on your foot, we have a disc brake on each side of the track and can stop both tracks, Nozzarella says. If in a tight turn, you can push on the brake on one side and turn the ski. It can turn around on a dime.The SnoBear website explains that the track systems suspension prevents the front tracks from lifting by a lways balancing the forces across the face of the track belt. This cancels any front lift effect due to drive line torque, no matter how much power applied, maximizing flotation and traction.Even though the vehicle can hit the 20s in mph, Lykken says most of the time, it wont even be used past 15 mph. You wouldnt really have many people thinking about going faster, Lykken says. Unless youre going on those 20 mile trips on Minnesota lakes.For improving comfort, there is a small propane furnace and youll find the thermostat control can have it set for 70+ degrees even if 40 below, Nozzarella says.Lykken, who today is an innovation manager at Titan Machinery, focusing on planters farm equipment, says the response was strong to the product partly because of the passion for the hobby. There are people who are very serious about fishing and you can do it for as much as six months out here in Fargo, Lykken says. This allows them to enjoy it without getting coldand they can bring their frie nds.Eric Butterman is an independent writer. For Further DiscussionThere are people who are very serious about fishing and you can do it for as much as six months out here in Fargo. This allows them to enjoy it without getting cold.Tom Lykken, designer, SnoBear

The Best Job Search Advice from Top CEOs at GM, 23andMe, Hilton More

The Best Job Search Advice from Top CEOs at GM, 23andMe, Hilton MoreThe Best Job Search Advice from Top CEOs at GM, 23andMe, Hilton More Theres no doubt about it the job search is tough. You have to spend time and energy revamping your resume , writing cover letters and practicing for bewerbungsinterviews, and even then, youre not guaranteed a position. The good news, though, is that you get a little bit savvier at every step. With each interview needed to get to the next level, you get better at marketing yourself, communicating confidently and reflecting on your experiences thus far. So by the time youre at the top of the company ladder, youre practically an expert at what it takes to get a job.With this in mind, we chatted with and researched the best job search advice from the Top CEOs of 2018 . If your job search strategy hasnt been working out so far, one of these tips might just do the trick.Its a well-known fact that personal connections are one of the mo st effective ways to find a job. If you develop a strong relationship with an industry mentor, theyre often able to connect you to people, companies and opportunities that can advance your career. Even if they cant directly hook you up with a job, though, they can serve as a fantastic reference who can speak to your work ethic and personal character. But make sure you choose the right one, advises Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors .There are mentors in the workspace all around you - peers, the seasoned professional, your supervisor, the supervisor one desk over, Barra said in an interview with the WomenWork podcast. People often reach out to me saying, Will you be my mentor? And I say, Lets talk about that, because the better person to be your mentor in the organization is someone who sees you every day, someone who knows you at your best, and someone who can give you opportunities to improve. So I always redirect them Find mentors in the people around you who you respect.When youre just beginning your career, you might not know for sure what you want to do yet. And really, thats okay. You dont have to go looking for your dream job right away. In fact, trying out many different fields can be an asset, believes Anne Wojcicki, CEO of 23andMe . Not only does this make you more marketable in the future - the more skills you have, the more doors open for you - but youll also have a better chance of identifying what you really love doing.Enjoy the uncertainty and the adventure of figuring out the world and what you want to do. 20-year-olds can get away with adventure and exploration in a way 40+-year-olds can not. So enjoy asking all the questions and trying all the different jobs and realize that each new experience helps shape your views of the world and what you want to do in it, Wojcicki said in an interview with Glassdoor .If youre only applying to Fortune 500 companies or tech titans, dont get discouraged when you dont hear back. The name recognition a nd prestige of these companies lead to hundreds, thousands or even millions of candidates applying to them - Google, for example, sees about two million applicants each year - so your odds may be better if you explore more under-the-radar companies. Youll also gain exposure to multiple roles at smaller companies, helping you discover what you enjoy doing and increase your skill stack.My suggestion is to visit the websites of the top-tier venture capital firms and click through their portfolio companies, and apply to a few that seem especially interesting, Sanjit Biswas, CEO of Samsara , told Glassdoor . High-growth tech companies are a great place to accelerate career growth - youll get to see decisions up close, and the short feedback loops are some of the best ways to learn what works and what doesnt.Its hard to think of any job nowadays that doesnt require some degree of teamwork, and because of this, companies expect candidates to be adept collaborators. Lean into the opp ortunities you have to work with others at your current job, Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta advises.Make sure that you contribute in every way that you can, and really become a team player. Nothing gets done in todays world without a village, so to speak. While we all make individual contributions, ultimately its about how you as a component, particularly as youre getting started, work with other people, Nassetta shared with Glassdoor .Employers want to see ways where obviously youre contributing and youre creating significant value, but youre doing it as a member of a team and not just as an individual contributor.Learning to work well with others, and then drawing on these experiences in your cover letter or when answering behavioral interview questions like Tell me how you handled a difficult situation or What are some of your leadership experiences? can really make you stand out to recruiters.You may not end up in your ideal job right away, but when youre thinking of settling do wn at a job or company for the long haul, make sure that its one youre passionate about. For one, we spend about a third of our waking lives at work, so its worth spending that time doing something you enjoy. But for another reason, you simply tend to be better at what you do when you find a job youre passionate about.My 1 job tip is to look for a job that you want to do. We spend a lot of time at work, and its important that we enjoy what were doing. We only go around once, and weve got to keep that in perspective, said Bernard J. Tyson, Chairman and CEO of Kaiser Permanente , in an interview with Glassdoor . Nothing is promised to any of us at the end of the day. The key to that is to be in step with the culture of the organization where you work.Following your passion, though, doesnt always mean rigidly clinging onto one idea of The Perfect Job - there are often multiple ways to explore the fields youre most passionate about, Michael Mahoney, CEO of Boston Scientific , explain ed to Glassdoor .I knew from a young age that I wanted to get into healthcare. I was inspired by my grandpa who was a pediatric cardiac surgeon. I grew up admiring how he helped so many children. I remember sneaking into his library when I was a kid. Id sit in his chair surrounded by all his medical books and dream about being a doctor, Mahoney shared. After earning a solid C- in organic chemistry, I elected to change course and approach healthcare a little differently. It was a great lesson for me.Rather than pursuing a different field entirely, Mahoney chose to go into the business side of healthcare - and his decision paid off. Today, Mahoney oversees an organization of 29,000 that helps create lifesaving medical devices.Weve said it before and well say it again recruiters want informed candidates, the kind of people who look up a company beforehand and gather information on its culture, products, business model and more. Because by researching a company, you dont just show that youre knowledgeable about it - you also show that you care about and believe in it.Brian Halligan, CEO of HubSpot , mentioned in an interview with Glassdoor that his company specifically looks for candidates who have taken it upon themselves to learn about his company and its products.One tip Id give all applicants is to review HubSpots culture code before interviewing and to use the software - we give tons of it away for free, Halligan said.Whether youre on the fence about applying to a position youre slightly underqualified for or reaching out to a coworker you havent spoken with in years for an informational interview, dont let a fear of failure hold you back.The biggest risk is not taking any risk, said Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg in a 2011 interview . In a world thats changing really quickly, the only strategy that is guaranteed to fail is not taking risks.Sure, theres no guarantee that any one particular risk will pay off - but if you keep swinging big, youre bound t o reap the rewards eventually.

Job Search Confidence in 25 Motivational Quotes

Job Search Confidence in 25 Motivational QuotesJob Search Confidence in 25 Motivational QuotesWhether you started off your job search motivated and pumped or frustrated and slightly insecure, going through the entire process from redesigning your resume to accepting a job offer can be tedious. Thats why you can probably use some serious job search confidence and motivationright about now.We scoured through the Inc. article, 55 Motivational Quotes That Will Inspire You to Believe in Yourself. We cherrypicked the ones that relate most to job seekers and categorized them for quotes that would inspire a career changer, for job seekers who need some motivation, and for quotes to read to ramp you up right before a job interview.Score some job search confidence in these 25 motivational quotesFor career changers1. The way to develop self-confidence is to do the thing you fear and get a record of successful experiences behind you. - William Jennings Bryan2. But failure has to be an option in art and in exploration- because its a leap of faith. And no important endeavor that required innovation was done without risk. You have to be willing to take those risks. - James Cameron3. Twenty years from now, you will be mora disappointed by the things you didnt do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sail. Explore. Dream. Discover. - Mark Twain4. We avoid the things that were afraid of because we think there will be dire consequences if we confront them. But the truly dire consequences in our lives come from avoiding things that we need to learn about or discover. - Shakti GawainFor those who need a little job search push5. Dont wait until everything is just right. It will never be perfect. There will always be challenges, obstacles, and less than perfect conditions. So what? Get started now. With each step you take, you will grow stronger and stronger, more and more skilled, more and more self-conf ident, and more and more successful. - Mark Victor Hansen6. If we all did the things we are capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves. - Thomas Alva Edison7. Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy. - Dale Carnegie8. Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence. - Helen Keller9. If you are insecure, guess what? The rest of the world istoo. Do not overestimate the competition and underestimate yourself. You are better than you think. - T. Harv Eker10. Confidence is a habit that can be developed by acting as if you already had the confidence you desire to have. - Brian Tracy11. If you hear a voice within you say you cannot paint, then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced. - Vincent van Gogh12. One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation. - Arthur Ashe13. Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? - Marianne Williamson14. I think that the power is the principle. The principle of moving forward, as though you have the confidence to move forward, eventually gives you confidence when you look back and see what youve done. - Robert DowneyJr.To read right before you go into a job interview15. Always remember you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. - Christopher Robin16. Trust yourself. You know more than you think you do. - Dr. Benjamin Spock17. Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude. - Thomas Jefferson18. It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourse lves. - Sir Edmund HillaryFor those who need to believe in themselves19. Always be yourself and have faith in yourself. Do not go out and look for a successful personality and try to duplicate it. - Bruce Lee20. Successful people have fear, successful people have doubts, and successful people have worries. They just dont let these feelings stop them. - T. Harv Eker21. You can have anything you want if you are willing to give up the belief that you cant have it. - Dr. Robert Anthony22. Once we believe in ourselves, we can risk curiosity, wonder, spontaneous delight, or any experience that reveals the human spirit. - E.E. Cummings23. Trust yourself. Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all your life. Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, intern sparks of possibility into flames of achievement. - Golda Meir24. If youre presenting yourself with confidence, you can pull off pretty much anything. - Katy Perry25. Reflect upon your present blessings, of which every man has manynot on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some. - Charles DickensReaders, what do you think of these motivational quotes? Do they help your job search confidence? Let us know in the comments below if they helped inspire you

Jobs in Veterinary Offices

Jobs in Veterinary OfficesJobs in Veterinary OfficesThere are several career paths available to those interested in working at a veterinary office, and most of these options do not involve pursuing a veterinary degree. It takes the teamwork of the receptionist, office manager, kennel assistants, vet techs, and veterinarians to ensure that a veterinary clinic runs smoothly on a daily basis. Receptionist The receptionist runs the front office of the veterinary clinic and is usually the first member of the staff to greet clients as they arrive with their pets. The receptionist is also responsible for answering calls, scheduling appointments, filing patient charts, entering data into computerized billing systems, and processing bill payments. The receptionist should be able to handle animals like dogs and cats while checking them in for their appointments. While a college degree is not necessary for this position, many receptionists have a degree in business or communications. Howev er, many positions require at least one year of customer service experience and a high school degree or equivalent. Veterinary receptionist jobs carried an average salary of $25,000 to $35,000 in 2018 according to Indeed.com. Clinic Manager The veterinary clinic manager is responsible for a variety of management tasks such as personnel management and shift scheduling, interviewing and training new hires, overseeing payroll, ordering supplies, and tracking accounts payable or receivable. The clinic manager will likely help organize and run programs as well as help with bung decisions for proper care of the animals. Clinic managers must be proficient in budget planning and cost controls. Clinics that have an office manager usually have increased profit margins, as vets can devote their full attention to seeing clients as opposed to dealing with business and personnel details. Clinic manager jobs carried an average salary of $35,000 in 2018 according to the Indeed.com with some as high as $45,000. Kennel Assistant A kennel assistant is responsible for the basic care of animals that board at the clinic, whether just for the day or for extended stays while owners are on vacation. Kennel assistants clean cages, walk the dogs, provide fresh food and water, bathe or groom dogs, and assist with general clean-up duties in the clinic. Occasionally a kennel assistant may be called in to help the vet or vet tech with procedures, administering medication, or changing bandages. The position of a kennel assistant is considered an entry-level position in the hierarchy of the veterinary clinic, so the pay usually starts near minimum wage for those without a great deal of experience. Individuals with more experience can command a higher hourly rate. Indeed.com shows that the majority of kennel assistants earn $15,000 to $20,000 per year. Veterinary Technician or Assistant Veterinary technicians assist veterinarians with health care procedures in the clinic. The respo nsibilities for a vet tech usually include assisting with routine exams and surgeries, taking blood or stool samples, running lab tests, taking and processing x-rays, performing dental cleanings, updating patient records, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and filling prescriptions. The primary difference between vet techs and vet assistants is that techs have completed a two-year associate degree and passed a national licensing exam. Veterinary assistants learn by gaining hands-on experience in the clinic and may not be qualified to perform certain duties in many states where licensing is required. The salary range for veterinary technicians was $25,000 to $35,000 in 2018. Wages for veterinary technicians can vary based on years of experience and specialty skills. Veterinarian Veterinarians working out of an office are generally small animal practitioners, though some equine and large animal practitioners also maintain offices and office staff. General duties for a veterinaria n include giving routine exams, performing scheduled surgeries, evaluating x-rays, prescribing medications, suturing wounds, and giving immunizations. A degree in veterinary medicine requires a significant investment of time and money. Veterinarians usually complete their Bachelor of Science degree in three or four years before moving on to pursue a veterinary degree. Becoming a specialist requires even more practical and educational experience. The salary for veterinarians can vary based on the area of practice and specialty. Salariesfor vets range from $80,000 to $100,000 and include private practice vets as well as those who work in an animal hospital setting. Practice owners and board-certified specialists tend to earn even higher salaries.

A Review of Resume Templates for Teens

A Review of Resume Templates for Teens The Nuiances of Resume Templates for Teens Hiring managers are busy people and should they scan your resume and cant locate some information or skills fast you arent the one, whod find a call today Plenty of job seekers even dont understand where to begin. Your Teacher Job Interview When you land the work interview make sure youre well ready to stand out as an exemplary job candidate. Resumes dont need to be boring. If youre a work seeker, applying for a job can be a trying approach. You should get their attention in just a few seconds with a proffesional and distinctive resume. Attempt to keep the resume no longer than 1 page, especially if youre asking for an entry-level job. Also be sure you tailor the document to the job youre applying for. Its cool that youre trying to find a job to have some money, but you need some difficulties with resume. Hopefully you could locate work that is suitable for you instantly. Then again, lets say precisely the same job requires you to be creative and bold. Simply because youve got zero experience or its your very first job. Finding the Best Resume Templates for Teens You likely have plenty of personal and skilled information that you want to share to your upcoming employer. Once youve reviewed resumes in your field, peruse resumes across fields to learn how to vary using action verbs and receive a feel for what makes a potent accomplishment statement. There are several qualified applicants out there, and a very good presentation is critical so as to stick out from the crowd. The overview of skills will provide the reviewer a glimpse at you, rather than having to devote a good deal of time. When youre asking for a job which relies on the strengths of the person, you want a resume template that you could inject a little more personality into to make it pop. You also receive a feeling of what information you dont have to include. Key takeaway should you decide to use a template, you could help save yourself plenty of time and energy. Utilizing a template can cut the quantity of time youve got to spend formatting your document, which enables you to concentrate on adding content and polishing your resume. Its content-packed layout is fantastic for engaging employers with a variety of facts, from experience to education. Each one of our creative style templates provide a perfectly balanced mixture of personality, professionalism and a little style. Resume Templates for Teens for Dummies After you select the totally free printable resume template that satisfies your requirements, be certain to fill it with positive and meaningful info. To do this, you will need to organize that information first. After that youve got enough info to go searching for free resume templates that match your requirements. By employing a resume template absolutely free of clutter, youll only consist of relevant info. A timeless style resume template is also simple to customize. You ought to go with a totally free printable resume template that fulfills the requirements of your resume and offers the maximum quantity of features and flexibility. Once you have decided on your perfect resume template from our selection, follow our totally free expert guidance about ways to craft the great modern resume. Some oben liegend templates are available for free, but the best ones will ask that you pay a little fee to be able to obtain access to them. An elegant resume template is comparable to good packaging since it ought to be attractive and inviting. The upcoming free resume template is made in the shape of a brochure. The free resume template can show you just how to format your resume, but nevertheless, it cant show you just how to write it. Its probably not required to pay for a template.

How to Find the Right New Hires in the New Year - Spark Hire

How to Find the Right New Hires in the New Year - Spark HireIt can be difficult to run an understaffed business. When youre understaffed there is more work coming in than people to do it. As a business owner or manager, you may feel frustrated by many things. Perhaps youre noticing a high employee turnover rate, an alarming rise in customer complaints, and an increase in overtime costs. You may also feel youre falling short of your business goals, constantly need to extend project deadlines, and dont have enough people to take on new clients. And, of course, you know your business is in trouble if your staff looks exhausted and you havent taken any time off for weeks on end.Fortunately, if you go about it the right way, you can find new candidates quickly following this simple recruitment process4 Steps to Finding the Right CandidateWhen you want to recruit, interview, and onboard the right person for a specialized job, you should research the position, write a job description, revie w incoming resumes, and interview promising candidates.Research the positionFind out what other companies are doing by checking out their job descriptions on job boards. Scan job descriptions similar to the one youre planning on advertising. Understand what skills and experience employers are seeking. Put yourself in the shoes of a potential candidate to distinguish between well-written and poorly-written job descriptions. What keywords are smart recruiters using in their job titles? How are they describing the job? What salary range are they offering?Now set yourself the task of writing a job description that is as good or better. Make a list of all your needs. What do you expect your new employee to do? What characteristics are you seeking? For instance, you may need an industrious person if you run a fast-paced business. Interestingly enough, candidates who earn online degrees often happen to be highly industrious. This may be because they study for their online classes after alr eady putting in a hard days work.Write a job descriptionYour job description should be warm and inviting. Try to paint a picture of your workplace, identifying all the best things about it. Provide a clear and meaningful job description. Think about what keywords your ideal candidate will look for and insert them into your job description. Accurately describe the jobs responsibilities, detail the requirements, and dont forget to mention any rewards, perks, spiffs, and benefits. In short, try to be encouraging by writing in a friendly, conversational, and informative way.Review incoming resumesIf you wrote an excellent job description, you will receive many resumes.When reviewing resumes look for the following features Quantitative evidence of achievements in previous jobs Longevity at various jobs Clear explanations about employment gaps Signs of steady career progress Errors in grammar, spelling, and dates An inventory of skills and experience Hard and soft skills related to your a dvertised jobInterview promising candidatesThe next step, of course, is to interview promising candidates. When they come to the interview, find out why they want the position and to work for your company. Also, try to discover their strengths and weaknesses on the job, their professional achievements, and what they are looking for from a job besides a paycheck.If the interview goes well, check all references from past employers. If the candidates information turns out to be accurate, invite them to join your organization.Wrap-UpIn summary, when things get hectic in your office, you must act fast to hire the right person. The longer you postpone it, the more chaotic your business will become. The process goes smoothly if you systematically research the position, write a good job description, meticulously review all incoming resumes, carefully interview the best candidates, and check all references. Chances are you may be pleasantly surprised at how many talented people youll be able to find for the job.About the AuthorRobert Cordray is a former business consultant and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience and a wide variety of knowledge in multiple areas of the industry such as corporate leadership, employee engagement, workplace culture, and entrepreneurship. Robert earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the University of Chicago.